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For those hot days, rainy nights, movie marathon afternoons and midnight snacks, ice cream has always been there for us. With so many exciting flavors to choose from like Pistachio, Chocolate Truffle and Salted Caramel, Gelatissimo reminds us of strolling along the beautiful streets of Rome and the sun on our shoulders.
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Streetscape, Maria Luisa Road, Banilad
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Homebaked and fresh are two things that are hard to find in cafés these days. However, a little side trip to 32 Sanson in Lahug lies a hidden gem with a relaxing ambiance. Offering freshly brewed coffee and baked goods right from their kitchen, Marisse Patisserie has become a sweet getaway in the heart of Cebu.
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A short climb on the highlands of Cebu rests a beautiful paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Delice Recipe features a first hand experience of Cebu’s beautiful skyline as well as their must-try Quattro Leches – a spongy chiffon cake soaked in 4 kinds of sweet milk. Pair that with coffee or tea and that’s a one-way ticket to dessert heaven. You’re welcome.
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Crepes are a must-try at Tymad Bistro, a French café in Banilad owned and operated by a French chef. We recommend topping it with anything that tickles your fancy, whether its Nutella or Mango and Whipped Cream. If that’s not up in your alley, macaroons, cheesecakes and parfaits are also ready for devouring.
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Photography by Jessica McYorker/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, April 2015
With fresh breads and coffee in a Parisienne feel, Abaca Baking Company is quickly becoming the trendiest place in Cebu. The place is great but do not be fooled, the food is even greater. All food and drinks are whipped up right from the kitchen with the freshest ingredients they can get their hands on.
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There’s the famous Malicious Cookies but aside from that, we highly recommend Marco Polo Plaza’s Earl Grape Iced Tea. The tea is served with elderflower-infused ice cubes and Earl Grey Tea poured over seedless green grapes. Along with a freshly baked lokum or Turkish delight, the drink is surely the perfect cool down for the summer heat.
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Abaca Baking Company (Photography by Jessica McYorker/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, April 2015)

Artwork by Happy Garaje on the Abaca Baking Company’s menu boards (Photography by Jessica McYorker/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, April 2015)
Still, as with any establishment by The Abaca Group, the highlight of the Abaca Baking Company is the food. “We’re in the business of baking our own stuff,” explains Jason Hyatt, along with the suggestion to visit the café early in the mornings for the freshest pastries. “Muffins, scones, croissants, loaves, sticky buns—all the bread comes out and it smells awesome in here. Then you’ll get a real feeling of what the Abaca Baking Company really is.

Selection of breads at the Abaca Baking Company (Photography by Jessica McYorker/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, April 2015)
Jason emphasizes that none of their ingredients are artificial, from the flour they use to make their pastries to the fruits they use on their tarts.
Besides breads and pastries, Abaca Baking Company also serves a variety of dishes, from the well-loved Eggs Benedict to sandwiches, salads and burgers. Rounding up the true Abaca Baking Company experience is their extensive offerings of coffee—served double shot unless otherwise requested.

Fresh fruit tart and cheesecake with chocolate and almond flakes from the Abaca Baking Company (Photography by Jessica McYorker/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, April 2015)
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Edited from the originally published article in Zee Lifestyle, April 2015. Like Zee Lifestyle on Facebook.
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