Have a sweet tooth? Treat yourself to something delicious. The good news is there are a lot irresistible desserts around Davao. Bakeshops, desserts shops, food entrepreneurs, and home bakers are aplenty. Problem is it can get confusing. So we bring you here our favorites and recommendations so can better choose the best ones to suit your budget and your taste. These may not necessarily be the best Davao Desserts but we can assure you all these are personally picked and endorsed by Davao Bloggers.
Classic Davao Desserts
Let’s start off with two favorites by many who grew up in Davao City.
Butter Roll by Bistro Rosario
Plain and simple. But definitely not boring. We will never get tired of Bistro Rosario’s Butter Roll. This is Miah‘s favorite. And she shares that it is her daughter Miel’s favorite, as well. Miel can even finish off an entire roll on her own. We’re pretty sure Miel is not the only one who can finish this entire roll on their own.
We also love their cakes. We highly recommend their Mango Charlotte Cake and their pretty Ribonette Cake. These are perfect for special occasions. Or to make ordinary days special.
Bistro Rosario is open for dine in and takeout. Contact them at +6382-2217780. Follow them on Facebook at fb.com/bistrorosariodvo.
Cecil’s Bakeshoppe
Another Davao homegrown bakery that we recommend is Cecil’s Bakeshoppe.
EclairMocha Cake
Nep-C of the Pop Blog picks their Eclair as one of her favorites. And we agree. It is the perfect mix of pastry, cream, and chocolate. This is priced at just P35. And it is easy to find. Just drop by any of their branches. More info below.
We are fans of Lachi’s Sans Rival Atbp. And by we, I mean the entire My Davao City Team, Davao Bloggers, and basically most of the people I know. On this blog alone, we have posted about them several times. We hope you continue to patronize and love them, as we do. Here are some of our Lachi’s favorites which you might want to try.
Why We Love Them
Lachi’s Sans Rival Atbp is one of Davao’s most popular food stops. As the name suggests, their business began with their Sans Rival and has now grown into a thriving food business with 3 branches serving crowd favorite savory dishes and decadent yet affordable desserts and pastries.
What makes them stand out is the excellent quality of their food that has not changed over time. Every time you visit Lachi’s you can expect the same masterfully prepared homecooked meals. Nothing fancy. Just good old comfort food that will delight any diner.
And yes, their desserts are to die for. Each one is perfectly balanced. Nothing too sweet. Every component properly prepared.
Our Lachi’s Favorites
Number one in our list of Lachi’s favorites is their Laing.
Lachi’s famous Laing.
Our contributor Athina shares “I was never a fan of laing until I tasted Lachi’s famous laing. As somebody who is not a fan of vegetables, this specialty definitely changed my mind.” Almost everybody who has tried it will agree. Laing is great as a companion to their other savory dishes like the Lechon Kawali and the Pork Ribs. Or you can just eat it on its own with some steamed rice. A bit of warning though, you will definitely consume a lot of rice when you eat laing.
Here is great news for all. Laing bottles their laing and you can bring it home or gift as giveaway or pasalubong.
Bottled Laing
We have been buying their frozen laing in tubs and the bottled one is just as good. Lachi’s bottled Laing is available in both Mild and Spicy varieties. Buy one or more and make sure to satisfy that craving anytime you want. These are available at both their Marfori and Tulip Branches for just P170 a bottle.
Unforgettable Pork Ribs
As mentioned, Lachi’s serves great ribs aptly named “Unforgettable Grilled Pork Ribs.”
Lahci’s Unforgettable Grilled Pork Ribs
Our Managing Editor Olivia picks this as her favorite: “Unforgettable Grilled Pork Ribs is one of my all time favorite when dining at Lachis. It is soft and tasty too! Mapaparequest ka talaga ng extra rice.” And we are sure this is also on the list of a lot of people’s Lachi’s favorites. It sure is on the list of many of our friends.
The meat is tender and falls off the bones. You can just use your spoon and fork to take the juicy and flavorful meat. The taste is a good balance of salty and sweet with a bit of sour all tied together by the great smokey flavor of the grilling process.
You can order this at their Marfori branch as a packed hot meal with rice for only P200.
Asian Spicy Chicken
Another top recommendation to order at Lachi’s is the Asian Spicy Chicken.
Asian Spicy Chicken
I guess it can be said that Lachi’s is masterful in balancing flavors and textures. Their famous Asian Spicy Chicken is proof of that. Juicy on the inside. Crispy on the outside. With a sauce that is all at once spicy, sour, sweet, and salty. Superb. Our correspondent Renz recommends this.
Unfortunately, this dish is not available at Lachi’s right now. But let us keep our fingers crossed that the situation improves for Lachi’s and for everybody.
Pork Binagoongan
And here is a recommendation for all those whose heart belongs to Filipino cuisine.
Pork Binagoongan
Our Editor Ria picks the Pork Binagoongan as one of her current Lachi’s favorites. (Her list changes from time to time.) She loves how perfectly salty it is. Salty enough to demand at least 2 cups of rice but not too salty to be overwhelming. “You can still taste the tender pork even when it is drowned in more than enough bagoong.”
Avoid the hassle and stress of traveling to and from your date venue this Valentine’s season. Avail of the Dusitd2 Valentine’s Promo and have a restful holiday.
Do not miss the chance to rest and relax. Unwind. Swim. Dine. And enjoy a night at one of Davao’s most luxurious hotels.
Enjoy a DusitD2 Valentines Getaway
Book a premium rooms and enjoy a Dusitd2 Valentine’s to remember.
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast for two and a bottle of win. Plus, you get a special Valentine’s gift and discounts. Enjoy these and more when you book and stay from February 1 to February 29. Their room rates start at PhP6,000++ for De Luxe Rooms.
Dusitd2 has various amenities and F&B outlets that are sure to make your romantice getaway even better.
They have a gym if you want to still be on track for your fitness goals. And of course, do not miss out on their picturesque pool. Swim or wade, whatever you prefer. If you are bringing along your kids for the getaway, they will enjoy an afternoon in the pool.
Dine and Drink
If you do not enjoy spending time at the gym or at the pool, spend the afternoon at the Siam Lounge at the Lobby.
Do not have a partner? Why not enjoy the getaway with your girl friends.
So who else has the Tala LSS but always ends up singing “Linamnam Ulam” instead? Jollibee delivers in bringing together two phenomenal hits with their new Jollibee Burger Steak Jingle sang by Sarah Geronimo.
Anne Curtis has certainly made the Linamnam Ulam jingle an earworm that nobody can shake off. And now she is back and she is joined by the Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo.
This week, all roads lead to Azuela Cove because the Big Bad Wolf is back in Davao. It is a great week for family and friends to get together and shop together. And of course, to eat. Great thing there are several dining destinations at the cove. We have prepared our Azuela Food Recommendations to guide you.
Breakfast at Nord’s Bread Hub
Starting the day early? Have a cup of coffee and some bread at Nord’s Bread Hub.
Lemon Brioche
We highly recommend the Lemon Brioche.
To be honest we love evertyhing here. So if you are up for a hearty breakfast, check out their sandwiches and their meals.
Grilled Monte Cristo Golbi Gogi Crispy Samgyeupsal
If you are dining with a large group, order the Nord’s Sampler. Among their savoury offerings, our favorites are the Crispy Samgyeupsal and the Chicken Pastel.
Pizza and More at Union Market
Love pizza? We do!
Pancetta and Arugula, Margherita, Aglio y Gamberini, and Pork Belly and Egg Pizzas by Union Market
Whether it’s Pizza Friday (like today) or not… it’s always a good idea to have some. Order one or two and share it with friends. We highly recommend the Quattro Formaggio and the Pancetta and Arugula by Union Market.
There’s also a Yellow Cab Pizza at Azuela Cove. And a Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven Outlet at the Azuela Food Bazaar. So if it’s pizza you want, there are several choices in the area.
Filipino Merienda at Cafe Laguna
In the afternoon, unwind and have a chika session over Ginger Tea and Filipino sweets.
EspasolFilipino Tea SetSalabatTuronBibingkaPuto with Adobo Flakes
Cafe Laguna has a must-try Filipino High Tea Set. It includes spread of espasol, adobo in puto bun, turon, and bibingka plus, salabat (ginger tea). All for only PhP430. This afternoon merienda is definitely one of our top Azuela Cove food recommendations.
They also offer other Filipino rice cakes and other specialties that will make your palate happy and your tummy full. And of course, various Filipino appetizers, main dishes, drinks, and more.
Desserts by Dulce Vida
If you are craving for cake, indulge at Dulce Vida.
Ube Frozen BrazoQuezo de Bola Cheesecake
They serve a variety of cakes and pastries. Their Frozen Brazo de Mercedes are best-sellers. We also recommend their Quezo de Bola Cheesecake. Decadent and rich.
Azuela Cove Food Bazaar
And if you want to try new and exciting dishes and drinks from Davao foodtrepreneurs, visit the Azuela Cove Food Bazaar.
Azuela Food Bazaar
We highly recommend our favorite chicken wings by Southwing. Lemon Pepper and Sweet and Spicy are their best-sellers. And they have a new offering, Salted Egg Wings. We love it. You will, too.
And they are sharing a booth with Teasay. Our Editor Ria (kusinamaria.com) loves the Hokkaido Milk Tea. It’s just PhP90 for 2 cups.
We also recommend pizzas by Classio and crispy fried food by Samantha’s Kitchen.
More Azuela Food Spots
Other food spots in the area include Yellow Cab Pizza, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, and Bless Oniikiri Japanese Restaurant.
So yes, there are so many food choices at Azuela. And whatever you are craving for, there is surely something that will satisfy you and your tummy.
Now is the best time to visit Azuela and try our recommendations. The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Davao 2019 is currently at the Azuela Tent and will close on December 2.
Big Bad Wolf Davao 2019Enderun TentAzuela Cove, Lanang
Do not miss this chance to grab books and more at discounted prices. And yes, have an excuse to do a food trip at Azuela Cove, as well.
Go Cashless at Azuela Cove
To make your Azuela Cove food trip and BBW shopping experience hassle-free, we recommend going cashless.
We have tried paying with our PayMaya Visa Debit Card at Nord’s Bread Hub, Union Market, and at Cafe Laguna. And there were no extra charges at all.
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HAPPY EATING! Do not forget to share with us your Azuela Cove faves and recommendations.
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It’s NACHOS DAY! To celebrate this day, we have prepared for you a list of the Best Nachos to try in Davao.
There is no popular authentic Mexican or Tex-Mex restaurant here in Davao. (If there is any you know of, let us know. Leave a comment down below.) But we do have a handful of restaurants and bars that offer nacho dishes. Given that most of these restaurants do not really make their own nacho chips. So we are recommending the best nacho dishes based on the quality of chips they use. We also love these dishes because of the toppings, dips, and sauces they are served with. The ratio of chips to everything else also matters. And yes, consistency of quality. And presentation.
Best Nachos in Davao List
Nachos by Batu Cafe
We love Batu Cafe‘s Nachos. The chips are served without any toppings but with three sauces on the side.
It’s like you can make your own perfect nacho. Our Editor Ria of KusinaMaria.com loves putting a bit of Chili con Carne and some Cheese Sauce on her nacho. Sometimes a chip with just the Tomato Onion Salsa is a great way to cut through the richness of the Cheese Sauce. There is a sauce for everyone.
You can also have the option to order more chips or more sauce.
These chips are our favorite to snack on while hanging out. Be it during the daytime or while drinking at night. Batu Cafe is open from 10 am to 1 pm so you can have these from morning to midnight.
Cheesy Nachos by Cafe Demitasse
Planning a meeting or want to work outside of your home? Go to Cafe Demitasse and order their Cheesy Nachos.
We love ordering this during meetings, hangouts, and basically just about any time we are at Cafe Demitasse.
Nachos. Beef. Cabbage and onions. Fresh tomatoes. Cheese sauce. Shredded Cheese. This is the perfect nachos platter to share. Or not? Eat it alone. We won’t judge you.
And you can ask them to remove the onions (as suggested by Ria, who is not a fan of raw onions) or any component you like. Or you can just have it one the side. We suggest asking for the cheese sauce served separately to avoid sogging. But hey, if you are going to eat this fast, no need to do that.
This goes great with Cafe Demitasse’s Iced Tea or beer. Yes, they serve beer.
Off the Menu by Lachi’s Sans Rival Atbp.
And here’s something we love but unfortunately can’t share yet.
Lachi‘s does not serve this to the public so we apologize. And the star of this dish is Tomato Salsa. Tasty and tangy with a great balance of sour, salty, and sweet this Tomato Salsa is a must-try.
They served this to us during our events and special occasions. And we have been asking to have this on their menu. Or maybe Lachi‘s could be convinced to sell the salsa in bottles. Who knows, they might after we post about it. Repeatedly. Persistence pays off. We hope.
Where to Find the Best Nachos in Davao
So there you go, our top suggestions for the Best Nachos in the city. Here is where you can find them.
