Jack's Ridge, Davao

Dining On the Edge at Jack's Ridge

The hills are alive with the sound of munching at Jack’s Ridge Resort conveniently located at the steep hills of Davao City.

It is one of the famous restaurants in Davao City. In fact once you hit the search button in google while looking for a place to eat in Davao City, Jack’s Ridge definitely tops the list.

Armed with the desire to satisfy our curiosity, off we go to Jack’s Ridge Resort. We rode a taxi from People’s Park and paid around P120-P130 cab fare.

The road going there may be steep and hilly but the view was picturesque, a stunning nature at its best.

What I love most about the place is the ambiance defined by exquisite scenery which probably is the reason that brings out the appetizing experience while dining at their restaurant.

We ordered their specialty of the month which is the flavorful chicken stew and we paired it with the seafood supreme which is a delectable blend of crustacean bits and pieces garnished with spices and herbs generously soaked in coco milk.

 

                                                         Jack's Ridge Specialty of the Month (September 2012)

                                                                         chicken stew

(tender pieces of chicken meat dipped in rich tomato sauce with slices of potatoes, carrots and other veggies)

                                                                     seafood supreme                          

(a delightful meal that will surely satisfy a gastronomic seafood craving)

                                                                    berry cheesecake

(a tangy way to please the sweet-tooth individual through berries and cheese)

How to get there:

You can either rent a van for P1500 or you may take a taxi. Taxi Fare may vary depending on your location. Approximate cab fare is around P150 - P180 from the city proper.

Contact Information:

Jack’s Ridge Resort and Restaurant
Shrine Hills, Matina
Davao City 8000
Tel (082) 297-8830 to 31
Fax (082) 297-6535
Email  info@jacksridgedavao.com
Website www.jacksridgedavao.com

Blugre Coffee

Blugre'cious Durian Coffee 

Food trip and traveling are synonymous to enjoyable experience. It tells many tales, different stories and various encounters that leave a satisfying “gastronomic” mark.

It was my first time in Davao so I solicited Lord Google’s opinion on what to do when in Davao. Instead of giving me what to achieve in Davao, it told me to please the “coffee-addict” in me.  Lo and behold Blugre Coffee!

Since Davao is rich in Durian fruit, a couple from Manila decided to brew a fusion of coffee bean and durian fruit. Voila! Larcepuccino and Gatchpuccino were born.

 A must try is their Gatchpuccino which coincidentally is my favorite. It is a delicious concoction comparable to a cup of hot cocoa and champorado but with bits of durian fruit.

Larcepuccino, the cold version of the durian coffee drink tastes more bitter than Gatchpuccino. But hey we all have our preferences. So, if you happen to be in Davao you definitely need to check out one of their branches for a unique coffee treat.

The store also houses a wide variety of cakes and pastries such as their best sellers: red velvet cake and durian cheesecake.

They have 3 branches in Davao:

Bajada Branch

Landco Corporate Center

J.P. Laurel Ave., Davao City 8000

Contact No.: (082) 2227675

Matina Branch

Matina Town Square

Mc Arthur Highway, Davao City 8000

Contact No.: (082) 2977431

SM City Davao Branch

Ground Floor SM Davao

Ecoland Drive, Davao City 8000

Contact No.: (082) 3035554