Mike and I spent the Chinese New Year holiday this year food-tripping at Tagaytay with our then three-month old Terrynator. We practically spent the whole morning eating (Breakfast at Antonio's then Bag of Beans). Naturally, by lunch time, we were still full. To while away the time, we enjoyed the cool breeze, bright sunlight and great view of the Taal volcano at The Cliffhouse.

I was still getting used to shooting with Ewan, so I got to practice by having a mini-photo shoot.

It was a bright and laid back two hours with my boys. Mike was also able to get a few shots of me with Nate, but this one is my favorite of the bunch.

When we finally felt slightly hungry, we decided to have a late and light lunch at Buon Giorno (see next post), one of several eating joints at The Cliffhouse.

Mike and I spent the Chinese New Year holiday this year food-tripping at Tagaytay with our then three-month old Terrynator. After hitting Breakfast at Antonio's, we headed off to Bag of Beans for our dessert and coffee.

We have been to Bag of Beans several times and always return for our favorite dessert, their blueberry cheesecake.

I personally think this is the best blueberry cheesecake I have ever tasted. And I have tried A LOT of blueberry cheesecakes. I'm not entirely sure, but I think there is white chocolate somewhere there. Anyway, pair it with Bag of Beans' refillable house brew and you are completely set. It's not that pricey either--totally bang for the buck! Since Nate fell asleep that time, we really took our time lounging at Bag of Beans enjoying our dessert and coffee.

Bag of Beans is located along Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway, Tagaytay City. Tip: There's ample parking at the back.

Mike and I spent the Chinese New Year holiday this year food-tripping at Tagaytay with our then three-month old Terrynator. Our first stop was Breakfast at Antonio's.

We read so many rave reviews about Breakfast at Antonio's. So we were pretty excited to find out for ourselves just how good the breakfast joint really is.

We arrived a little past 8 in the morning and the restaurant's parking lot was already full. We had to park by the roadside, but still in front of the restaurant. We waited 30 minutes to be seated. The waiting area was packed!

We got one of the tables near the window, which to us offered the best spot in the house--bright, chilly, with a view to boot.

Mike and Terrynator, basking in the chilly morning sunlight.

Family picture.

Nate having his breakfast.

The menu was extensive and everything looked really interesting. Mike and I usually order two different dishes and share, so that we get to taste both dishes. Mike chose the Eggs Benedict while I chose the Reuben Sandwich. For drinks, Mike had the Hot Chocolate, while I had the White Chocolate.

Eggs Benedict.

Reuben Sandwich.

Hot Chocolate.

White Chocolate.

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The Eggs Benedict was on the petite side, but the taste made up for the size. I was not a fan of the smoked ham which was a bit tart, but Mike said he liked it. On the other hand, the Reuben was gigantic and quite filling--a bit dry though. Our hot chocolate beverages were extremely rich and comforting.

Overall, the food was ok, just really pricey. For so little, we paid over a thousand pesos already. I suppose that's how much the Tagaytay ambiance cost.

Honeybuninski enjoying the cold weather.

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But Nate enjoyed the chill, so we're happy!

Breakfast at Antonio's is located along Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway, Barangay Bagong Tubig, Tagaytay City. Tip: Get any table beside the windows.