Finally had the chance to actually dine in Corniche. I have been dreaming to do this since it first opened in December and I am just thrilled to have lunch there with my favorite person in the world.
I've been taking a peek at its interiors every chance I got, and it's undeniably chic. They have a lot of metal fixtures now, serving as dividers to softly delineate one area from the other. The pattern is just delicate, muting the hardness imparted by the shiny steel.
I love the entire modern updated feel of the restaurant, but I also love the fact that they contrast it every now and then with traditional cushioned heavy wooden furniture. There's a little bit of native flair from the wooden panels and bamboo-ish place mats.
The buffet counters go tres chic with convection warmers. Now we don't have to worry about getting food in a way that we won't burn or that the warmer doesn't topple over the side with the unconsumed contents. It's just so convenient and stylish.
Of course, food is still divine and plentifully varied. This and the most courteous and friendly hotel staff in the metro make for a splendid experience. I just wish it wasn't so expensive. =D
Noy wanted a massage so badly, so we headed on to Lotus Spa to try their signature massage. It's a combination of three massage types - lomi lomi, tuina, and one other type - that left us satisfied, as usual. It was nice to come in on a weekday afternoon; we were the only clients and we had everybody's attention.
We heard mass at the Greenbelt Chapel with my brother and his girlfriend. It was my first time to be in church with Seryl, and I think it was high time we spent some time out together. It was really warm as the church isn't air-conditioned, but we all had a lovely time nevertheless.
Finally, we had dinner at Big Buddha Roast Kitchen. We didn't really plan on going there, but since we were all craving for Chinese food it was a runaway winner. Moreover, the place was recently revamped and it definitely looked better inside and out. The menu was decidedly minimalist both in content and presentation. I was a bit sad that they didn't have Birthday Noodles so we got Crispy Noodles instead. We also had Hot and Sour Soup, French Beans with Pork, and Yang Chow Fried Rice. Everything was delicious.
Over sugar free ice blended drinks at Figaro, I thanked everyone for a wonderful day. I don't remember spending a birthday when everything went on as I wanted them to, and for that I think God rewards those who do not complain very much. Life is tough and it gets tougher when you least expect it. But if you let God be with you every single time, it gets better even when you don't ask for it.
Cheers!
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