More Fun at Piyesta and Mansyon de Manansala

1 Feb


After exploring  the unspoiled beauty of Isla Jardin del Mar last Saturday, January 23, our group of bloggers  went back to General Santos City. It was decided that dinner will be at Piyesta KTV & Resto Bar, located at Robinson’s Mall.

At Piyesta KTV & Resto Bar, manager Donna Mae Congson made sure that we were given the best of the restaurant’s menu offerings.  During the sumptuous feast, I especially liked the kura-stick, sashimi, spicy gambas , and native tinolang manok.  My friends were also treated to Piyesta’s jello shots  and judging from their feedbacks, the signature drink will soon become one of the resto bar’s bestsellers.

Piyesta's Kura-stick: Spicy but not overly so...

We really had fun at Piyesta– the good food, relaxing ambiance, and excellent service makes it the perfect place to unwind.  I guess we were enjoying ourselves too much because it was already very late when we decided to call it a night.

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For that overnight stay in General Santos, we stayed at Dolores Hotel, one of the city’s business hotels.  I have stayed at Dolores Hotel before and my stay at the hotel is more than satisfactory.  The rates are very affordable, the rooms spacious, and the staff courteous.  It is also a major plus that the hotel has round-the-clock WiFi connection.  Seriously, what more can a blogger ask for?

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The next day, lunch was at the Mansyon de Manansala. There, we were joined by bloggers Rabsky and Alexis. Well, to call it “lunch” is an understatement.  Because, in reality, it was a feast which was prepared before us at the Manansala home.  Honestly, I was speechless when I saw the food due to 2 reasons:  1.) I was truly touched knowing that Orman and Avel’s family prepared the food for us, and 2.)  My salivary glands spasmed at the sight of the glorious stimulus.

Pollo Frito ala Manansala: Comfort food from a loving home...

After the wonderful meal, all of us went up to Orman’s lair so that Lyle and Avel can work on Avel’s blog.  And I happily chatted with Orman, Rabsky, Alexis, and…Orman’s son, Chad.

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It was 4pm when we decided that it was time for us to head back to Davao. And although the time we spent in GenSan and Sarangani was short, it was memorable nonetheless. Because we found solace in a warm, inviting home and in the company of friends.

For my wonderful weekend, I’d like to thank:

  • Orman Manansala for the wonderful dinner at Piyesta KTV & Resto Bar
  • Avel Manansala for the marvelous GenSan experience
  • Donna & Emman, Piyesta’s awesome twosome, also for the Piyesta treat
  • Michelle Lopez Solon for showing us the best of Sarangani
  • The Manansala family for the incredibly delicious lunch
  • SOCCSKSARGEN Bloggers Sheng &  Ric, Jinky & Arnel, Gilbert, Alexis, Rabsky,  and Mandi for spending time with us
  • Dolores Hotel for our accomodations


12 Responses to “More Fun at Piyesta and Mansyon de Manansala”

  1. sheng 01. Feb, 2010 at 5:26 AM #

    I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. Be back soon!

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    • Brendel 01. Feb, 2010 at 8:47 AM #

      Yeah, Sheng. Hopefully for the Kalilangan. :-)

      Btw, Happy Birthday, sweet momma!

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  2. donna mae 01. Feb, 2010 at 10:16 AM #

    Thank you thank you!!! love this post…
    Na intriga hinuon ko sa family recipe ng Manansala’s im sure it taste heavenly jud!!!
    balik balik dri gensan see you soon…
    it’s KALILANGAN!!! :)

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    • Brendel 03. Feb, 2010 at 12:09 AM #

      Thanks for everything, Don.:-)

      I hope you’ll be able to try the Manansala’s fried chicken. Simply the best!

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  3. jinky 01. Feb, 2010 at 3:09 PM #

    nice kay nag enjoy jud diay mo del. . . balik balik puhon ha. . .
    take care always, pretty girl!

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    • Brendel 03. Feb, 2010 at 12:10 AM #

      Sobrang enjoy, Ate. And thanks for spending time with us.:-)

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  4. orman 01. Feb, 2010 at 5:07 PM #

    weeeee…. i love this post… glad that you enjoyed your gensan experience… more to come!

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    • Brendel 03. Feb, 2010 at 12:11 AM #

      Sobrang excited, GF! Thank you very much. :-)

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  5. Ria Jose 09. Feb, 2010 at 8:12 AM #

    I want to try that Kura Stick. And that feast at the Manansala Mansion looks very yummy. :)

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    • Brendel 14. Feb, 2010 at 11:07 PM #

      Maybe we can try the kura-stick at Piyesta when we’re in GenSan for the Kalilangan.

      Sobrang sarap ng food sa Manansala mansion. Gusto ko ngang mag-take home ng fried chicken that time. Lolsss…

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  6. bariles 14. Feb, 2010 at 8:36 PM #

    aWWWW!!

    iT was nothing, Brendel. We really treat our friends and visitors this way….hehheehe!

    Seriously, we always have fun having you here guys. And we look forward to your return again… in less than two weeks time.

    Magandang GenSan!

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    • Brendel 14. Feb, 2010 at 11:09 PM #

      The gang is super excited to visit GenSan again. See you soon, Avel! :-)

      Reply

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