GUIDE: There will be steak: A feast for fathers on their special day

Still haven't decided yet on where to take Dad on Father's Day on Sunday? Here are some options you might want to check out. There's steak. Lots of it.

B&P

At B&P, satisfy dad’s hankering for meat with unlimited servings of B&P’s saucy and smoky ribs from June 19 to 21 at the Shaw and Il Terrazzo branches and all Mondays of June at the McKinley branch. The flavorful ribs come with a choice of steamed rice, sweet potato fries, braised cabbage and garlic corn.

For dessert, get him the Johnnie Walker Cake: a rich, velvety chocolate cake soaked in Johnnie Walker Syrup, filled and covered with dense Johnnie Walker infused ganache topped with chocolate curls and cocoa powder. You can also surprise him with B&P’s Surprise Cake (three layers of moist butter cake filled with fluffy marshmallow icing in between filled with M&M candies) or Burger Cake (a giant, moist rum-infused chocolate cake patty, sandwiched in between butter cake buns topped with toasted sesame seeds with marshmallow icing lettuce, icing catsup and icing cheese that’s also available in Junior Size).

To give his dessert a personal touch, pre-order B&P’s Giant Cookie (8-inch buttery sugar cookies decorated using M&M chocolate candies) and write a sweet message on it. All desserts are available month-long in all of B&P’s branches.

Free discount vouchers from Beyond Innovation are also in store for dads who will visit B&P’s branches.

B&P is located along Shaw Boulevard (631-3252), Il Terrazzo Tomas Morato, Quezon City (374-7730), McKinley BGC (833-0440), and its newest outlet in and soon to open in Cyberscape Alpha in Ortigas.

Cravings

Let Dad loose at Cravings' Roastbeef and Pork Crackling Carving Station, with the cuts paired with a variety of sauces (Mushroom Gravy, Chimichurri, Horseradish, Honey Balsamic Mustard Liver Sauce, Sour Cream and Cucumber, and Bourbon Gravy) and sides (Mashed Potato, Rice Pilaf, Marble Potatoes, Barbecue Rice, Buttered Vegetables) for P750. The meaty dish specials come with unlimited soup and salad and unlimited access to sides and sauces.

Those who come in on Father’s Day weekend receive the Beyond Innovation Discount Vouchers which they can use in purchasing items at Beyond Innovation outlets.

To make his Father’s Day weekend extra priceless, splurge on him some more this coming June 21 for some great discounted finds in the Exclusive Sale for Beyond Innovation Items happening at Cravings Katipunan.

Epicurious

From June 19 to 21, Epicurious offers the Dad’s Board -– a meaty spread made up of Ribeye, Baby Back Ribs, Sausage and Fries.

Desserts include the Surprise Cake (three glorious layers of moist, butter cake, filled with fluffy marshmallow icing in between filled with M&M candies) and the monstrous Burger Cake (a giant, moist rum-infused chocolate cake patty, sandwiched in between butter cake buns topped with toasted sesame seeds with marshmallow icing lettuce, catsup and cheese that’s also available in Junior Size) and the Johnnie Walker Cake, a rich, velvety chocolate cake soaked in Johnnie Walker syrup, filled and covered with dense Johnnie Walker-infused ganache topped with chocolate curls and cocoa powder made for the man of the house. These are only available for a limited time so take advantage of this once-a-year offer!

Aside from the array of gourmet pleasures, dads also get to satisfy their love for gadgets with free discount vouchers from Beyond Innovation (distributor for audio and video brands such as JBL, AKG and Harman Kardon).

Epicurious is at the East Wing, Lower Ground Level, Shangri-La Plaza Mall. Call (02) 570-7741, 506-6474, or 0917-5907420 or email epicuriousmanila@gmail.com.

Crystal Dragon

For more exotic fare, head to Crystal Dragon at City of Dreams Manila where, until July 31, dads and their families can indulge in dishes like:

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• Double Boiled Crocodile Tail Soup with Morel Mushroom, Ginseng and Herbs (P780);
• Braised Shredded Sea Treasure with Python in Broth with shredded python, shredded sea cucumber, dried scallop, mushroom and herbs (P800);
• Pan Fried Crocodile Tail with Five Spices and Onions (P1,280); and
• Wok Fried Frog Legs with Wild Ginger and Sichuan Dried Pepper (P1,380).

Call 800 8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com for more information.

Marriott Manila

Two lucky dads will be surprised with a TW Steel timepiece when they dine at the Marriott Café or Cru Steakhouse.

The Marriott Café offers a Sunday Brunch on June 21 for P2,800: a buffet selection that includes a seafood bar, a carving station, a roasted section, and a oie gras corner. Specialties include a US rib eye, roasted lamb with black cherry tomato confit, truffled meat ball baked pasta, and beer-braised chicken with herbed goat cheese kennels. Dessert options include the mango sansrival, crème brulee, chocolate truffles, homemade ice-cream, and salted caramel moist cake.

At Cru Steakhouse, Executive Chef Meik Brammer recommends its signature specialty: the manly 900-grams steak with 5 side dishes for P5,400, perfect for the whole family.

Call (02) 988-9999 or visit manilamarriott.com.

Chef Jessie Rockwell Club

Acclaimed chef Jessie Sincioco is offering a special Father’s Day Lunch & Dinner Sit-down Menu on Sunday, June 21 at Chef Jessie Rockwell Club:

• Mesclun & Micro Green Salad with mango chevre in vinaigrette dressing       

Seared Jumbo Scallop topped with Pan Fried Goose liver on creamy fettuccine         

Clear Essence of Wild Game with herbed dumplings        

Lemon Sorbet       

Roast U.S. Black Angus Rib-Eye in Bordelaise Sauce          

Or   
   
Baked Chilean Sea bass Fillet with Mediterranean Sauce  
Served with potato and leek gratin
And sautéed French beans      
  
Dark Chocolate & Coffee Slice    

Coffee or Tea       

Prices are P1,750 + 10% per adult and P850 + 10% per child aged 5 to 10.

For reservations, call 890-6543 or 890-7630.

ArroZeria

ArroZeria, which translates to "house of rice,” offers an extensive menu which not only includes different variations of Spain’s famous rice dish, the paella, but also a bevy of dishes from tapas, bocatas (sandwiches), savory main dishes such as cochinillo, bacalao and dulces (desserts).

Fathers will receive a complimentary half-glass of exquisite Spanish red wine: Viña Pomal from the Spanish wine growing region of Rioja.

ArroZeria is located on the 4th floor of the new Century City Mall along Kalayaan Avenue in Makati City. For inquiries and table reservations, call (02) 894-1796 or e-mail info@arrozeria.com.  

Vask

Celebrate Dia Del Padre (Fathers Day) with a gastronomic Basque feast: unlimited authentic Pintxos, Paella, Conchinillo, Tapas and Beef Shank while enjoying free-flowing Kalimotxo (Basque Country’s Sangrias).

Dads will also get a complimentary Partagas Cuban cigar paired with a glass of Glenfiddich single malt whisky.

The an Sebastian Father's Day Brunch is set at P1,395 per person.

Lucia Ristorante

At Lucia Ristorante, Chef Davide Lombardi has prepared an exciting lunch buffet menu for June 21.
 
For just P699, dad can choose from dishes that include a fresh and light Insalata "Ricca" salad (mixed lettuce with olives, green beans, egg and marinated home-made salmon) with 3 dressing options of mango vinaigrette, Italian vinaigrette or French mustard dressing; a perfectly crisp Pizza Ai Due Salumi made with Italian sausage, tomato, and mozzarella; Bianchetto Di Pollo al Limone or stewed chicken in cream sauce with white wine, mushroom and lemon; Costine Di Maiale Stufate or roasted pork ribs served with balsamic ginger sauce; Bistecca Di Manzo Alla Griglia Salsa Al Vino Dolce or grilled steak, with sweet red wine sauce; al dente Penne Arrabbiata; and Dolce Della Casa Con Gelato or a slice of the Cake of the Day and a serving of creamy gelato.
 
With Lucia’s quiet and cozy spot on the corner of San Lorenzo Drive and Arnaiz Avenue in Makati, you and dad can share stories while savoring these dishes for hours.
 
Lucia is at Hotel Celeste, 02 San Lorenzo Drive corner A. Arnaiz Avenue, San Lorenzo Village, Makati City. Call 887-8080 or 836-0023 for reservations.

Makati Shangri-La

For the ultimate feast with Dad on June 21, Circles Event Café offers a Father’s Day lunch and dinner buffet for P2,350 that can be paired with unlimited local beer for P625. Guests who prefer a more intimate dining experience can savor a Western buffet brunch at Sage Bespoke Grill for P2,000 during lunch or a four-course set menu for dinner at P2,500 per person.

All dads can go all out on authentic Japanese fare with all-you-can-eat sushi, sukiyaki, teppanyaki and more with the utage buffet at Inagiku for P2,700 per person. Meanwhile, dads who prefer to have an authentic Cantonese feast can indulge in unlimited dim sum in a special Dim Sum Plus lunch for P1,700 net or the family can enjoy set menus starting at P8,558 net good for six persons.

Makati Shangri-La, Manila is also running a social media campaign until June 21 called Rockeoke, a music video contest where fathers and sons can submit a one-minute video lip-synching to their favorite song. The winner will get a chance to win an overnight weekend stay at Makati Shangri-La with breakfast buffet good for two persons. Participants may submit their entries via email to slm.makati@shangri-la.com until 12 noon of June 21, 2015. Entries should be submitted in mp4 format with the following details: Full name of father and son, title of the song, e-mail address, mobile and/or landline number. The winning entry will be announced through Makati Shangri-La's Facebook Page on June 22 at 6 p.m.

For room reservations, call 813-8888 or email reservations.slm@shangri-la.com. For dining reservations, call 814-2580 or email rric.slm@shangri-la.com.

Eastwood City

At Eastwood City’s Father’s Day Fair from June 19 to 21 at the Eastwood Mall Atrium, shop for daddy’s favorite things: from shoes, watches, ties and more!

Or run with dad at the GNC 10k Run Meet on June 21. Simply purchase the Limited Edition GNC Running Shirt at GNC Eastwood City for P500 and instantly become a GNC Gold Card Member and participate in the run meet. Existing GNC Gold Card members can get the shirt for only P350 and also participate in the run.

Dads can also show off their skills at the Father’s Day Showdown on June 21 at the Eastwood Central Plaza, where they can join activities and arcade games such as basketball, car racing, gun shooting, mechanical bull ride, giant chess and darts.

Basket-loving fathers, meanwhile, can challenge PBA stars Jimmy Alapag or LA Tenorio in the 3-point challenge Shootout with the Stars, which will take place from 2 p.m. onwards at the Eastwood Central Plaza.

For more information on Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ events and promos, call the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Concierge at 709-9888 or 709-0888, or log on to www.megaworldlifestylemalls.com or facebook.com/MegaworldLifestyleMalls.

McKinley Hill

Treat your father at the “Everything for Dad Bazaar,” open up to and including June 20 at Venice Piazza. Also on JUne 20, take him to see a Big Bike Display by Harley Davidson, or watch “Salute to the Dads: A Father’s Day Show” with performances from Asia’s Got Talent first grand champion, El Gamma Penumbra and the Philippine Navy Fleet Combo.

For more information on Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ events and promos, call the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Concierge at 709-9888 or 709-0888, or log on to www.megaworldlifestylemalls.com or facebook.com/MegaworldLifestyleMalls.

Lucky Chinatown

Go on a shopping spree at the ongoing Dad Stuff: A Father’s Day Fair at Lucky Chinatown Atrium. Shop and get great deals on cars, liquors, tools, watches, eyewear and more.

For more information on Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ events and promos, call the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Concierge at 709-9888 or 709-0888, or log on to www.megaworldlifestylemalls.com or facebook.com/MegaworldLifestyleMalls.

Araneta Center

Araneta Center is giving away a 42” LG TV in its “Best Prize for the Best Dad” promo, which runs until June 30. Every P500 single receipt purchase entitles a customer to one raffle coupon. Instant prizes will also be given away, with the first 1,000 coupon holders to get a free cap or pocket flashlight!

For more information, visit www.aranetagroup.com.

Enchanted Kingdom

Celebrate Father’s Day in Sta. Rosa, Laguna at Enchanted Kingdom on June 21, 2015, 5:30 p.m. at the Spaceport Area. Catch the legendary OPM singer Hajji Alejandro and his daughter Rachel Alejandro as they take the center stage to perform a very special father & daughter concert at the park.

Register to join the “That’s my Daddy!” look-a-like contest and “Cooking with Dad” to win exciting prizes.

Avail of the EKstra Special Dad Promo at Enchanted Kingdom every weekend of June for only P3,000. Get free RDP for fathers/grandfathers for every purchase of 4 RDPs with free 5 pieces of Chicken ala Cave meal plus 5 raffle coupons for a chance to win a 42-inch HD LG television set! Raffle draw is on June 28, 2015.

For more details, call (02) 830-3535 or 584-3535 or log on to www.enchantedkingdom.ph.

SM Malls

Get a chance to win the Ultimate Daddy Loot by sharing on Instagram a photo of you and your dad bonding at your favorite SM mall. Don’t forget to tag @smsupermalls and include #CelebrateDadAtSM in your post! #EverythingsHere

Go to SM Supermalls' Facebook page for more information.
— BM, GMA News