The best Places to visit and Manamit Foods you should try in Negros Occidental.
Bacolod is well-known as the City of Smiles. You probably have heard about the joyful events happening in the city. Make sure to put some to-do lists on your handy notebook, for you do not miss out on the memorable moments you’ll have in your life. One of the best things you’ll experience here is the ‘Manamit’ foods that will make your mouth drool.
Moreover, with the Megaworld Innovation of new projects, people’s lives in Bacolod became more comfortable. It made the city a better place, uplifting experiences, and brings significant impact on society. This place has too much to offer. It gives a homey-vibe that moves you to go back again and again.
The following are the things you should not miss out:
The Ruins in Talisay City
Sugar Baron Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson was the owner of this old home. He gave this as a gift to his wife, Maria Braga Lacson. Its architecture design came from the Italian style with neo-Romanesque twin columns.
Once you visit the place, you’ll still see the remaining beauty you’ve never seen before.
- Address: Talisay City
Call: 0917 832 6003
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/theruinstalisay/
Visit Mambukal Mountain Resort and Nature Park
For nature lovers, don’t forget to include in your itinerary the oldest resort in the province, Mambukal Mountain Resort. At 1,200 meters above sea level, it is also one of the highest mountain resorts, serving as a gateway to the vast and verdant Mt. Kanlaon National Park.
The resort has a big stream, fed by several tributaries, feeds the water holes, pools, and the boating lagoon. For more information about the resort, visit 14 things to do at Mambukal Mountain Resort
Summer Capital of Negros Occidental – Don Salvador Benedicto
Don Salvador Benedicto popularly known as DSB. Located in the municipality are the Choco Hills, similar to Bohol’s Chocolate Hills, Rice terraces similar to Ifugao Rice Terraces and Rapha Valley Organic Farm, a places for wellness and organic foods.
Manokan Country and Chicken Inasal
Manokan country housed a couple dozens of stalls serving Bacolod’s most sought-after Chicken Inasal. This strip is the very heart of barbecue chicken in the Philippines and the serving traditions here are the most authentic way to eat chicken inasal. When you visit there you’ll see food items are displayed at the entrance to the restaurant. You can already order chicken inasal even before you enter.
The Best Bacolod Chicken Inasal for me can be found in Aida’s Manokan. What I like about their Chicken inasal is that it is fresh and juicy. A dash of garlic oil and garlic rice add to the inasal dining experience.
- Address: Father M. Ferrero St, Bacolod, Negros Occidental
Roli’s Café, together with its flavorful foods.
This café is the local’s and tourist’s favorites. Childhood had their exciting memories together with this place. The vibes and atmosphere it offers are comforting. If you want to have a snack, try their Roli Burger worth P120 for a lighter option.
If you opt for a heavy one, choose the Chicken Mami that is perfect for the rainy season. When it comes to lunchtime, go for the Pork Chop worth P125 or Burger Steak for only P130. Of course, dessert should not be out of your list.
Napoleones is one of this café’s favorite delicacies. If you want a tasty chocolatey feeling, try Chocolate Napoleones that only worth P27. It is one of their bestsellers, with the chocolate cream as the main highlight of this food.
- Address: Roli’s Arcade, La Salle Avenue, Bacolod City
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/roliscafe/
Call: (034) 445 1352
Try out the Eat-All-You-Can Mongolian at Bob’s Restaurant.
You’ll find this buffet dish at Bob’s Restaurant. If you are fond of an eat-all-you-can restaurant, then you should not miss this out. Aside from Mongolian dishes, you can choose individual recipes. The restaurant’s specialty is the Sate Babe that you can buy for only P125. It has sweet-and-tangy peanut sauce as the barbeque marinade.
Try their Chicken Sate (P160) and Baby Back Ribs (P280) too. One of the Instagram-worthy foods is the Giant Cheese Burger for only P179. You can also share it with other friends.
- Address: North Drive, Bacolod City
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/BobsRestoBCD/
Call: (034) 434 2409
Pendy’s Snack Bar and the famous Halfmoon Cake
- Address: 26th Lacson Street, Bacolod City
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/Pendys-1761119504122843/
Call: (034) 434 0269
El Ideal‘s Guapple Pie and Buko Pie
You will love El Ideal’s famous Guapple Pie and the Buko Pie. And you will not go wrong when you try their comfort foods such as ensaymada, lumpia ubod, batchoy, and halo-halo. This place is always buzzing with activities during lunchtime and merienda time.
El Ideal is a must-visit if you’re in Negros. The food is so delicious, and the prices are so reasonable.
- Address: 118 Rizal St, Silay City Heritage Zone, Silay City, 6116 Negros Occidental
Call (034) 495 4430
FB Page : https://www.facebook.com/EL-IDEAL-Bakery-157423434580/
Email : elidealbakery@yahoo.com
The upcoming luxury boutique hotel.
If you want to have rich experience, this Megaworld’s Luxury Boutique Hotel will surely make your stay more memorable. It has 48 suites located at The Upper East’s 34-hectare land. This proposed project will have a café, restaurant, pool, lanai, and fitness center.
Together with these varieties of amenities is the Zabana Bar with the Megaworld’s concept. Even the overall design is modern, and it has a heritage touch when you enter the lobby section.
Standby for the Bacolod’s three-level Upper East Mall.
This new upcoming Megaworld’s project has a unique design that differs from other establishments. It showcases a mixture of neo-classical and art deco architecture. It is also known as the first green malls you’ll find in Bacolod City. The major highlight of this structure is the iconic high tower that brings light even at night. This prominent building stretches from Lopez Jaena Street to Circumferential Road.
It presents the latest innovation, which is the solar panel roofing, and energy-efficient air-conditioner. What’s more, it has a rainwater recycling system that contributes to the ecosystem.
Northill Town Center
This town center takes up 7.5 hectares in Bacolod and it will have a lot of retail stores and food and beverage establishments that will be surrounded by free spaces. Sports and wellness facilities will be located here as well, for those who want to get their bodies moving. Its open area around it will be a good way to relax and unwind.
It is located near the urban township, to have easy access to malls and commercial centers for both relaxation and entertainment. Forbes Hill aims to become the home of the privileged of Bacolod. There will be different amenities that will be built here so residents don’t have to go far.
Unfold this exciting experience once you step on Bacolod City. Create memorable moments that you will remember for a lifetime.
Bacolod City and Megaworld are working together to make a better place for locals and travelers.