For the Love of Art and Illusions - Art in Island

Date of Visit: April 26, 2015
Where: Art in Island, 175 15th Avenue, Brgy Socorro, Cubao, Quezon City
Website: www.facebook.com/artinisland
Travel Buddies: #ThePacuanderers (Sam, Hanna, Tonyo)

Sam & I caught a glimpse of the Trick Art Museum in Sentosa, Singapore last year. We didn't go in due to budget constraints (a choice between the museum and the Singapore Cable Car!) We amused ourselves with the preview art outside the museum which were really amazing enough :)

So when we heard about  "Art in Island," the so-called biggest trick art museum in Asia, we couldn't wait to take Tonyo, an art/ painting/ picture lover himself! Our 4-year old was so excited to go, he could barely sleep the night before.

At Php 500/ head (Php 400 for students/ seniors/ PWDs), the tickets were a bit pricey. However, this buys you unlimited time to roam around the museum and take all the photos you want to your heart's content!

Art in Island is an interactive art museum where you can pose to be part of the paintings on the walls and floors. We'll let the photos speak for themselves!

Duuuudes!

when in Venice

No look pass

From the high board

 

What's this, mom?

The paintings were amazing! Really, the guys who did the paintings must be masters themselves. Big applause! It was cool that the artists were recognized as you leave the exhibit.

After 2 hours (or maybe more?) of browsing, posing, chasing Tonyo - we all agreed that the ticket price was worth it. I was exhausted, but not bored. There must have been more than 100 artworks there, which you can utilize every which way you want. The boys were so energetic doing all those poses and facial expressions. And I thought I was the one with the Thespian blood! Natalbugan nila ako sa acting!

We recommend this trip for all ages (be prepared to walk, though!). You must have love and enjoyment for art and having your picture taken, though. Forget it if you are camera-shy. Get your game face on and be fast since there could be alot of competition for some of the photo ops.

Be creative. Keep your eyes open to the camera stickers on the floor, which shows you the best angle to shoot from to get more realistic photos. Be considerate to others (who also want their pictures taken, or those who are taking pictures -- you might walk across the line of 'fire'). Bring socks (you have to check in your shoes at the entrance).

All that picture-taking might make you hungry - the museum has 2 small cafes, but has limited meal choices (rice-in-a-tumbler, rice burgers, coffee,drinks). You might want to go to the museum with tummies full, for a more energetic experience!

Tonyo's verdict: Enjoyed it so much! He was already asking us if we can go back the next day! Good news for repeat visitors... just show your used ticket and a photo of you in the museum, and get 50% off.

Italian Feel-Good Food in Tagaytay: Deli de San Honore

When: April 5, 2015
Where: Deli de San Honore, Brgy. Neogan, Tagaytay City
Travel Buddies: Lolo Ross, Lola Nenet, Sam, Tonyo (Hanna's Birthday Lunch)

My parents (Lolo Ross and Lola Nenet) love discovering new eats in new places. A fresh new restaurant has recently opened near our place in Tagaytay.

Deli de San Honore is operated by husband and wife team Jeremy and Kate Joson, and open only (by reservation) on weekends. They serve mostly Italian fare, with brick-oven baked pizza and fresh breads. Compared to authentic Italian in Manila, this place is really good, and has reasonable prices, too.

I like the all-white, cozy ambiance of the place - it feels like visiting someone's house and getting served good food :-) They also have a small garden at the lower level of the house, where they plan to expand the restaurant area later on.

 

 

The family with resto owners, Jeremy and Kate

The first time we were there, we ordered the parma-ham pizza. This time, Sam requested for Italian sausage, which was really good, too. You can really taste the freshness of the ingredients. 

D'Italian (Php 450) - their pizzas are good for 3-4 people

Stuffed Chicken Breast (ham/mozarella) (Php 280) - tender and juicy! Good to share as well

For this trip, we also ordered Herb de Provence Porkchop (Php 320) and their Pasta of the Day, Frutti de Mare (Php 320 - one order is good for 2 or 1 very hungry person ;) Next time, I am eager to try their fresh breads.

Try it and go off-the-beaten path (dish!?) in Tagaytay. If you are familiar with the turn to Antonio's restaurant along the highway (past the small bulalo eateries and the signal towere), then you can turn there and you'll pass by the white building of Deli de San Honore!

Call for reservations and their weekend menu:
0915-9591675 (Jeremy) ; 927-8649 (Manila landline)


Tonyo with Chef Jeremy