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Saturday, February 4, 2017

What to do this Valentine's day weekend in Bacolod if you are single?

It's 10 days before Valentine's Day which means you still have a chance to find a date. However, if you have lost hope and believe it's just going to be just you and yourself on February 14 or this Valentine's weekend. Then check out these Valentine's day activities here in Bacolod recommended specifically for you. 



1. Speed Dating at Tippy's Bistro

Source: Tippy's Bistro

Take the chance of finding someone special fast and easy. According to Tippy's, sometimes all it takes is a "hi" and "hello." This is happening on February 11 (Saturday) 5 PM - 7 PM at Tippy's Bistro, 10th Street, Lacson. 

Registration Fee is Php 200 inclusive of buffet + drinks. 



2. Compatible Valentine's Day Blood Donation Drive

Source: Philippine Red Cross Negros Occidental - Bacolod City Chapter

No date? No love life? But you can definitely save lives! Donate blood this February 14 at Gaisano City Grand, Araneta. This is blood donation activity is organized by the Philippine Red Cross Negros Occidental in partnership with ABS-CBN. 

This year's theme: Sa Dugo at Pag-ibig, Dapat #Compatible! Donate na! 


There are actually more blood donation drives happening in the city on February 14. Another one is at UNO-R from 8AM-4PM. 

Source: Philippine Red Cross Negros Occidental - Bacolod City Chapter


3. Get rewarded for being single! 

Leia C Food Sizzlers n Mixes (Restaurant, KTV and Catering) is giving away Php 150 GC for those who are single. Get a chance to get a reward for choosing to wait for God's best. Just visit them on February 14 at GP Building, Circumferential Road. 

P.S. These GCs can be used on your next visit. 

Source: Leia Mae Caliston

We would continue to look out for other activities this month. After all, Valentine's is no longer just for couples. There are a lot of good things happening. No need to skip this month. (Huwag na maging bitter, mga bes!) 

Stay tuned! 

Friday, February 3, 2017

BACOLOD BLOG SERIES: Where do Locals Eat in Bacolod?

I started the Bacolod Blog Series in 2015 featuring home-grown restaurants and must-visit places as we wish to share with you our new discoveries here in Bacolod. After 1.5 years, Val and I decided to bring it back as we share to you how much we love Bacolod. We will be featuring the delicious and affordable food discoveries and options and you can find out where do locals eat in Bacolod. 

First off, Back Ribs. 

When you visit Bacolod City, you may notice several establishments offering Bacolod's Back Ribs. Though may look almost the same, there is one that truly stands out - Lord Byron's Back Ribs. 

They offer back ribs in generous sizes at a very affordable price. It comes with garlic rice and atchara. 

Back Ribs - Php 159

The sauce is really good and the meat is really tender. No doubt why Papa likes it so much. 

Local's secret tip: You can ask for more sauce and more atchara for FREE. :) 

Aside from Backribs, they also offer freshly prepared potato wedges which are a perfect match to your back ribs. 

Potato Wedges - Php 59
Aside from our 2 favorites, they also serve Cansi Soup (which is popular here in Bacolod), Sizzling Bangus (perfect for the upcoming Lenten season) and Pork Sisig which is also one of their specialties. 


Cansi Soup - Php 159

For your reference, here is a copy of Lord Byron's Back Ribs Menu:

Lord Byron's Menu
How was our experience? 

We visited their newest branch near Riverside College. Val and I were with our friends Jelica and Kat. 
Visiting with friends Jelica (in blue) and Kat
The staff is very nice and helpful. Though they get a lot of customers during rush hour, the tables have ample spaces in between so it wouldn't be so crowded. Since it was Jelica's first time to visit, we decided to try different dishes. 

We had: 
3 orders of Back Ribs
1 order of Sizzling Bangus
1 order of Kansi Soup
1 order of Potato Wedges
Drinks (Soft drinks + Iced Tea) 
Extra Rice 

And our biggest surprise - the bill was less than Php 1,000 That's good for 4 persons. 

So, are we visiting again? Yes
Are you recommending Lord Bryon's Back Ribs to friends? Yes

Just another Local's secret tip: Don't be mistaken with the signs, logos and the name. Lord Byron's has only 3 branches: two in Bacolod and one in Dumaguete. 


You may also follow them on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lbsbackribstheoriginal/ for updates, pop-ups and promotions. 

Remember: you've never been to Bacolod if you never tried their back ribs. :)