I have my happiness when I am traveling and explore gastronomy and learn every locals in a city. My dream is to travel the world but of course, I want to start and end in my own country Philippines, Mabuhay!
Kakigori is a Japanese shaved ice dessert flavored with syrup and toppings.
Shari Shari Kakigori House
The Philippines is really having that vibe of summer still and how do you cool down? In our country, one of the best and most yummy dessert we eat to somehow ease down the summer heat is to buy halo-halo just outside our house or what we call (Kanto), and one glass sometimes is not enough. But I had discovered one restaurant that will surely satisfy and quench your thirst due to the hit of the sun and that is the first branch of Shari Shari Kakigori House here in the Philippines, located at Serendra, BGC. Which opened in 2015 and has two other branches in Hong Kong: Causeway Bay and Central SoHo.
Shari Shari Kakigori House
With Shari Shari Kakigori House founder Mr. Shingo Take
Popular flavors include strawberry, cherry, lemon, green tea, grape, melon, "Blue Hawaii", sweet plum, and colorless syrup. Some shops provide colorful varieties by using two or more syrups. To sweeten kakigōri, condensed or evaporated milk is often poured on top of it.
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Shari Shari Kakigori House
In addition to the streets, kakigōri is sold in festivals, convenience stores, coffee shops, and restaurants. During the hot summer months, kakigōri is sold virtually everywhere in Japan. Especially at summer festivals and fairs, it is as popular as yakisoba, takoyaki, and cotton candy.
Shari Shari Kakigori House
BEST. ICE. EVER. Shari Shari Kakigori puts utmost importance in providing an unforgettable dessert experience, and that’s why their ice machine comes all the way from Japan. By marrying art and precision, Shari Shari Kakigori House produces the smoothest, fluffiest, and cloud-like ice that quickly melts in your mouth but doesn’t easily soften once served––way different than any icy dessert you’ve tried before!
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Shari Shari Kakigori House, the go-to place for authentic Japanese shaved ice desserts, finally opened its first store in Serendra, Fort Bonifacio Global City. Much like outlets in Hong Kong, the Serendra branch has everything that has made Shari Shari Kakigori a favorite among those with a sweet tooth.
Here are some of the flavors everyone must try
Matcha Cream Special with Kuromitsu, a Premium Flavor. If matcha is your thing, you’ll rave over the Matcha Cream Special, with its delightful combination of shaved ice, matcha cream, kuromitsu, whipped cream, and cookies! Their matcha is sourced and flown in from Japan, which ensures the use of high quality, authentic matcha powder. You can even choose if you want it with chocolate! No wonder this is one of their bestsellers!
Shari Shari Kakigori House, Matcha Cream Special with Kuromitsu
Cantaloupe Melon Kakigori, a Philippine exclusive flavor. Refreshing and sweet, this Melon Kakigori is mixed with melon syrup and topped with whipped cream and melon slices. Shari Shari will be serving Melon Kakigori locally exclusive kakigori which will only be available in the Philippines with melons from local farms to ensure a sweet, juicy, and flavorful dessert.
Japanese Tofu with Mikan Orange topped with tofu syrup, soybean powder, and mikan orange. A must try kakigori. This uniquely Japanese flavor has people lining up for it! It is made from Japanese Tofu and sugar, producing a subtle sweetness and strong soybean flavor. It is topped with Mikan orange to give you that sour kick but still goes perfectly with the tofu.
Shari Shari Kakigori House, Japanese Tofu with Mikan Orange
With the promise to only serve the freshest flavors, Shari Shari constantly changes their menu according to what’s in season and incorporates it into their kakigori for that sweet Japanese twist. Make sure to visit as often you can so you can try all their flavors before some disappear!
Kakigôri is one of the summer features in Japan. Some shops serve it with ice cream and sweetened red beans or tapioca pearls.
An awesome selection of flavors. Be amazed with Shari Shari Kakigori’s exciting flavors that you’ve never enjoyed in Manila before. Each shaved ice dessert is paired with a signature syrup and matching topping or powder to complete your cool Japanese dessert experience! You can put your own twist to it by adding your favorite toppings: ice cream, shiratama, cookies, cream, red bean, chocolate sauce, different powders, and kuromitsu!
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Sauces to die for! All their sauces are made fresh daily––and we mean all of them. All kakigori choices on the menu have different sauces in them, so don’t hesitate to try more than one!
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Massive servings Get ready for a huge serving of the yummiest kakigori you’ll ever find! In fact, the servings here in the Philippines are much bigger than the ones in Hong Kong, making it perfect for sharing. Bring along your friends so you could try its different flavors and share the icy concoctions among yourselves.
Always picture perfect. Beyond being extra yummy, these iced concoctions make for Instagram-worthy posts. Get your friends drooling with great photos of these wonderful desserts.
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Some of Shari Shari's flavors are limited and seasonal flavors. With the promise to only serve the freshest flavors, Shari Shari constantly changes their menu according to what’s in season and incorporates it into their kakigori for that sweet Japanese twist. Make sure to visit as often you can so you can try all their flavors before some disappear!
Great for kids, too – Shari Shari isn’t only for adults looking for something sweet, but their desserts can be enjoyed by kids too. They also have cookies and cream creation called Black White Angel as well as classic and fruits flavors such as Tiramisu, Banana, and even Mango!
Prices range from Php 270.00 up to Php 350.00, each huge serving of bowl can be enjoyed and shared by 2-3 persons.
Shari Shari Kakigori House
Visit the first Shari Shari Kakigori House in the Philippines at the Ground Floor of Serendra, McKinley Parkway, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig in June!
Going to Paracale is a must when you go to Camarines Norte because there are a lot of activities and things to discover, not only that the people are accommodating but they have a welcoming smile when we get to their city hall.
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
During the past travel blog event of others who had already come to CamSur I was expecting to see the Calaguas Island which is a very known island in Camarines Norte, but there was a change of plan instead we are head to Macolabo Island as to Sir Mark Zamudio, Tourism Officer of Paracale the island is a virgin one since we are the first to explore the pristine island and it is a private island since it is not yet a tourist destination you need to get a special arrangement for the boat ride, because they haven't totally got the structure of the island as of now they are still on the caves circumference due to its long process.
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
We pass through Pulandaga Beach and ride a boat courtesy of Ms. Shie Andrade of Pulandaga Calaguas Adventures. Just around 30 to 45 minute boat ride from the town of Paracale.
Macolabo Island is a barangay in the municipality of Paracale, in the province of Camarines Norte and is a part of the Calaguas group of islands. With its fine, white sand and clear, turquoise to emerald green sea water, we are the lucky ones who got to swim and simply play on the sand in this must visit island in Paracale, Camarines Norte. But first let me share with you our boat ride experience 'coz it was like a roller coaster ride and we can't help but scream whenever it sways so hard even made us wet right away without reaching the island yet to swim.
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island is a barangay of the town of Paracale and is a part of the Calaguas group of islands The island serves as a major stop-over going to Tinaga Island where the famous long beach “Mahabang Buhangin” is located. The island is about four kilometers long.
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
This island welcomes its visitors with fine, white, and clear sand. Just a little caution since the water in Macolabo is deep the sand sinking deeply I felt as though I slept through when I stepped in the beach the sand easily goes down just don't go too far.
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island's population as determined by the 2015 Census was 655. This represented 1.11% of the total population of Paracale. The island has a hidden treasure made popular by its active gold and copper mining industry, approximately 300 hectares in land area. Home to a fishing community, as we roam around the island I was surprised to find out that it has concrete structures, a basketball court, an elementary school, nipa huts, and cottages, barangay hall, sari-sari stores. At first, I thought it was just a normal regular island on which I seldom travel unto but Macolabo is indeed apart from other Island. MACOLABO ISLAND IS A MUST VISIT ISLAND IN PARACALE, CAMARINES NORTE. It is an Island of its own because they have their own community within the island.
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Macolabo Island, Paracale, Camarites Norte
Though we weren't been able to go up in the hill of the island due to limited time, the island has a hill that offers a perfect 360 degrees view of the place and the neighboring islands of Calaguas Group. The other side of the island is dotted by big rocks. The view of the island from that end is picturesque as we were told, maybe next time will get to climb up the hill.
We had such a sumptuous lunch on the island with Calaguas Villas Resortyou can contact Kap Alma Ramos of Macolabo island and call at 09129209848.
It's a must and or best to go first at Paracale Municipal Building located in front of Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de Candelaria Church and look for Paracale Tourism Officer Mr. Mark Adano Zamudio or you may contact him at 09384087859.
Paracale, Camarites Norte
Mr. Mark Adano Zamudio, Paracale, Camarines Norte Tourism Officer
I have more ISlands to discover and more cities to explore but Macolabo Island wasn't one of my bucket list of travels before I step foot off the island, it is now a MUST travel bucket lists for me and I know there are a lot more to explore in the Bicol Region, especially the Camarines Norte part. I can't wait to see more of what the Philippine Islands is known for having 7,101 islands which makes me proud as a Filipino. Pinoy Ako/Tayo!
With my co-bloggers with the organizer Sir Mike Zuniga of Katooga.ph and Sir Mark Adano Zamudio, Tourism Officer
