I heard it is the biggest Buddha Bar among 11 in the world, and that 400 million pesoses was spent on construction.
The cousins went to check out the "temple" after our excellent dinner at Cova.
Reception
Deep reds and browns
Bar
Lounge
GIANT BUDDHA
(Note to self: Bring Gwama here!)
Private Room
Stairs
Dining area at second level
View of the lounge from dining area
Buddha watcheth over the action
Truly impressive.
Unfortunately, the drinks are not as.
Heart of Darkness
Red grapes, fresh lemon juice, cinnamon syrup, vodka, port and Sprite
Ying Coco Yang
Gin infused Thai chili, coconut cream, fresh lime juice
Green Tea
Green tea syrup, fresh lemon juice, vodka infused green tea
Vanilla Passion Tea
Passion fruit puree, passion fruit liquor, vodka infused vanilla
Majestic
Fresh pineapple, vodka, Thai basil, brown sugar, pineapple juice
The Ultimate
Fresh pineapple, agave syrup, Maraschino liquor, Cointreau, almond milk,
special mixed rum and passion fruit juice
Vodka
Dirty Martini
The night is not complete without food, of course.
Buddha Bar Fries
Petite Vegetable Spring Rolls, Baby Shrimp Tempura with Spicy Mayonnaise,
Chicken Yakitori, Pan Fried Dumplings
Exactly at midnight, the cousins (and waiters) surprised me with a cake
And WOW! This Buddha Bar Chocolate Cake is absolutely yummy!
(Another note to self: Order a whole cake again when I bring Gwama here)
My fatterside cousins are the best! :)
Buddha Bar: Picar Place, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati City. Tel: +632 856-6859
