Lutong Bahay Karinderya + Coffee Spot in Kapitolyo, Pasig
In this video, I was craving some lutong bahay goodness, and I had one particular karinderya in mind—affordable, delicious, and a staple in the Kapitolyo food scene. Kung taga-Pasig ka or madalas kang mapadpad sa Kapitolyo, I’m sure kilala mo ang Kainan au Gusto!
After running an errand in QC, I figured—since Espana, Manila wasn’t too far off anyway—I might as well make a quick stop at The Original Pares in Blumentritt. I was actually planning to visit Tita Nene and the rest of the fam in Espana, but I decided against it. I didn’t want to get caught in the infamous QC-Manila traffic, especially with the news that EDSA would soon be closed for rehabilitation. Metro Manila traffic is already wild as it is—baka lalo pang lumala.
Still, I couldn’t shake off the craving. I missed Pares from Espanya. It was my go-to comfort food back in college and throughout my 20s. And you know what? It still hits the same. The flavor hasn’t changed—still rich, savory, and comforting. Consistent talaga. Ang nagbago lang? The price! I remember it being around ₱60 back in the day… maybe even ₱35 if my memory serves me right. Now? A whopping ₱180!
But to all the Titos, Titas, and fellow Thundercats out there—kalma lang sa pares, ha? It’s delicious, yes, but let’s not forget it’s a cholesterol bomb. Treat it as a once-a-month indulgence, not a daily habit. 😄 Today, it doubled as my post-workout recovery meal—well-deserved, if I may say so.
I also took the opportunity to pick up my second phone number at Megamall while I was out. Enjoy today’s video! Tomorrow, we’re off on another food adventure—this time, home-cooked goodness and coffee in Kapitolyo.
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