Life in BF Homes, Parañaque City just keeps getting better and well, busier.
Composed of 76 associations, BF Homes spans 765 hectares and has access to three cities—“Parañaque, Las Piñas and Muntinlupa. But BF's streets are not just busy because of motorists taking the quickest routes.
This southern hub also houses all types of establishments, making it a one-stop shop for residents and frequenters. President's and Aguirre Avenues show a healthy mix of local and commercial establishments that continue to co-exist despite tight competition. BF offers dining, partying, pampering, and shopping experiences very distinctive of the southern BF lifestyle.
Another main ingredient to the BF flavor is the crowd. Though BF is known to be home of well-off families and celebrities, the atmosphere is generally "steady" (which in southern lingo means laid-back) and never flashy. People can be seen in casual getup while hanging out in the numerous restaurants, bars, salons, spas and shops in BF.
This bustling spot in the south definitely has a life of its own with a unique crowd to boot and an array of establishments that offer total value for money.
DINING OPTIONS
Fire Roasted Boneless Bangus from Chi's Brick Oven Kitchen. Click for more photos
BF is overflowing with dining establishments so you'll ever run out of choices. The neighborhood certainly strikes a balance in dining with the tried-and-tested oldies and the innovative newbies.
Nobody can go wrong with Conti's Pastry Shop and Restaurant. This well-established family restaurant, with branches in Greenhills, Serendra, Trinoma, Greenbelt II, and Solenad NUVALI in Laguna, has its humble beginnings in BF. Patrons enjoy the wide selections of appetizers, salads, meat entrees, pastas, sandwiches, and of course, the desserts. Prices are a little steep with single entrees going for more than P300. But with the quality food and service, it is all worth the money.
It is definitely a-must to try Chi's Brick Oven Kitchen where every meal is baked pugon style. The conventional wood-fired brick oven used to bake pandesal is given a new look and the usual food are given new twists at Chi's. Adventurous dessert lovers can try the different Dessert Pizzas (P110-P135) and the special Brick Oven Chocolate Cake ala Mode (P130).
Diners scouting for some authentic Filipino food should definitely try Little Quiapo. With a very serene ambiance, diners can enjoy their favorite local dishes and be reminded of home. This spot is also famous for its Halo-Halo (Regular-P90, Special-P110 and Fiesta P120), competing with some of Manila's bests.
When it comes to Spanish cuisine, Amalia's is the way to go. With the intimate setup, soft lighting and relaxing Bossa Nova music, the place is ideal for couples and friends who want a night of good food and good talk. Among the must-try dishes are the paellas (P440 to P2200), steaks (P355 to P2425) and pollos (P245 to P1225). Prices can shoot up to over P2,000 for groups of ten.
As one of the newest additions to the numerous restaurants in BF, Rempah makes its mark with its scrumptious Thai, Vietnamese, Malaysian and Filipino dishes. Fresh from opening last April, the restaurant already has a number of regulars who keep coming back for their bestsellers like the Pad Thai-Shrimp (P220), Green Curry-Chicken (P185), and Bagoong Fried Rice (P140).
For those who love to pair their coffee with delectable sweets, Café Boheme is the right place. The dessert crepes like Enya (P95), Romeo (P120), and Juliet (P110) go well with their hot/iced coffee (P75 to P115), ice blends (P125 to P140) and espresso cocktails (P125 to P145).
For the health conscious, there's no limit in indulging at Serenitea Cha Kitchen. The menu is divided into categories like Fresh Brewed Teas (P55 to P65), Special Tea Mixed (P75 to P80), Serenitea's Finest (P80 to P85), Milk Tea (P70 to 85) and Tea Latte (P80-P95). Drinkers can choose the level of their drinks' sweetness from small sugar percentages to a full hundred percent.
Looks can really be deceiving especially in the case of Gourmet's Palate. Even with its simple exterior and small interior, this joint serves superb charbroiled burgers (P67 to P78) that are juicy, tender and filling to the hungry stomach. With just a budget of P100, diners can get themselves stuffed—“definitely a cozy space where people can satisfy their big appetites with a small budget.
With a staff that is ready to serve 24/7, Sinangag Express has a pool of customers (residents, students, businessmen and party-goers who want to sober up) who enjoy the ever dependable silog meals at about P65. The open-air setup is a plus for those who enjoy a more humbling atmosphere. Currently, there are two branches in BF, one along President's Avenue and another along Aguirre Avenue.
