Books and Borders Cafe Eastwood Now Open

     The coffee place where you can read your favorite book, sip your favorite drink, and savor hearty meals opened its third branch in the busy city of Eastwood. Formally opened its doors last November 26, 2016, Book & Borders promises great food, awesome drinks, and hours of fun reading.

     Book & Borders Cafe in Eastwood City promises to give residents, office workers, students, and shoppers a new venue to dine and unwind after a tiring day. The much needed "me time" is not only confined in spas and other known venues available for relaxation but also in a coffee shop that allows each guest to read a book while sipping their favorite drink and eat to their heart's content. Highlights of Book & Borders Cafe in Eastwood City opening below :)

Books and Borders Cafe Eastwood Now Open

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s Mondays Made Better

     Do you know the song "Manic Monday?" Monday should always start with positive vibes but for some, this is the day where some are still day dreaming of the past weekend. I have a friend who hates Monday because there is still a hang over from chill-party weekends.

     Did you know that Mondays are every successful individual's secret weapon? While the first day of the workweek may be a source of dread for some, others choose to see it as a fresh start, full of exciting possibilities. Seeking to inspire its customers to make Mondays better, the country's authority on premium coffee and tea, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, is celebrating some of today's most admired achievers by sharing snippets and stories of their success. Read more and be inspired after the jump!

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s Mondays Made Better

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Honey Apple Chai Tea Latte

     Hmm, apple pie in a glass... A sweet tooth like me will be so excited to try this newest drink offering from CBTL. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf's newest Tea Latte is like apple pie in a glass. Drinks like this are perfect for the coming holiday season.

     Cold, wet, and rainy are a few words to describe the weather at this time of the year. While this may be cumbersome to others, some may see it as the perfect opportunity to stay indoors and cozy up next to their loved ones. This is the reason the country's authority on premium coffee and tea, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, has introduced a new sweet and spiced beverage to warm the hearts and bellies of its customers, the Honey Apple Chai Tea Latte. See this oh-so-yummy beverage below :)

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Honey Apple Chai Tea Latte

Casa Italia After Dark Series

     The best way to end the day is to chill with best buds, loved ones, and friends over good food and drinks. I know a place where you can sit back and relax- Casa Italia! Happy hour is made more delicious and homey because of delicious authentic Italian fare.

     Fans of Casa Italia’s signature gelato are sure to love its After Dark series, a lineup of flavors spiked with liquor. Made with all-natural ingredients and infused with premium alcohol, it is a party in every scoop. See more of Casa Italia After Dark offerings below :)

Casa Italia After Dark Series

After dark drinks:

1. Ocean Dreams

• Cravings for piña colada are satisfied by this drink.
• Containing 4% alcohol, this tropical sorbet captures seaside getaways lounging with a concoction of pineapple, coconut cream, and white and dark rum. 
• Tempting taste buds is Night Eire (6% alcohol), coffee gelato infused with Bailey’s Irish Cream. 

2. Berry Bite 

• This drink with (4% alcohol) is the perfect combination of juicy blackberries and red wine—a rich, velvety flavor that brings to mind luxurious wine vacations in Italy. 
• Those who prefer smooth white wine can toast to Tipsy Pink (5% alcohol), which partners the crisp drink with luscious strawberry. 

3. Beers

• Casa Italia’s cool vibe is complemented by its array of beer, always served cold and priced less compared to neighboring bars, giving more bang for one’s buck. 
• Cooling down with the crew can also be all-night parties, as the restaurant serves local beer on a buy-one, take-one promo from 7:00PM until the restaurant closes at 1:00 AM. Local craft beers are also available.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

     Celebrate festival of flavors by complementing Casa Italia’s spirited selection of treats like the new artisanal pizza variants, filled with prime ingredients that can’t be topped.

1. Exclusively available at the Bonifacio Global City branch are the Shrimp & Caviar Pizza, topped with shrimp, caviar, and arugula, and Smoked Salmon Pizza, which is piled with slices of smoked salmon.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

2. Meant for serious meat lovers is the Amante di Carne, which is served only at the SM North EDSA branch. A hearty mix of pepperoni, Italian sausage, ground beef, and ham, this pizza satisfies in every bite.

Casa Italia After Dark Series
Amante Di Carne

3. The Capricciosa Pizza has bell peppers, onions, mushroom, pepperoni, Italian sausage, bacon, ground beef, ham, and black olives served on a bed of creamy mozzarella cheese.

Casa Italia After Dark SeriesCapricciosa Pizza

     Whether you’re in the mood to celebrate or looking for a picker upper, take “happy hour” on a whole new level at Casa Italia, and savor great Italian food made from honest, fresh ingredients.

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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Continues to Pour Happy Across the Archipelago

     Hello dearies! I have great news to all of you, especially the coffee lovers out there! The country’s authority in premium coffee and tea opens 6 new branches for 2016. The success of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in a country known for having the nicest people in the world is no surprise. A relationship-driven beverage company, the brand continues to serve up smiles through their handcrafted and premium coffee and tea.

     The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf only serves the best to its customers. Their quality coffee is sourced from no less than the top 1% of specialty grade A Arabica beans while their quality tea leaves are hand-plucked using only the top two leaves and a bud of each plant. Each bean & tea leaf is selected and prepared with such care that it is no wonder customers always return for their favorite drinks. Among these favorites are the famous Chai Tea Latte and the brand's original creation: the Original Ice Blended drink. More stories about The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf below :)

 The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Continues to Pour Happy Across the Archipelago

     In the last 50 years, the brand has grown to up to 1,000 stores in 25 countries and has since made numerous milestones in the Philippines since it opened its first branch at Greenbelt 3 in 2003. Through the years they have launched the CBTL Single Serve Beverage System in 2010 and opened the brand's first restaurant concept, The 26th St. Bistro, and the first CBTL Coffee Bar in 2012. 

 The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Continues to Pour Happy Across the Archipelago
CBTL Single Serve Beverage System

     Continuing its growth, in the first 6 months of 2016, the The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has proudly opened six new branches, pouring happy in Circuit Lane and The Enterprise Center in Makati City, Robinsons Galleria in Cebu City, SM MOA Arena Annex (MAAX) in Pasay City, SM Southmall in Las Piñas, and U.P. Town Center in Quezon City. As of the month of July, the brand has renovated its stores at TriNoma Mall in Quezon City and Ortigas Park in Pasig City. 

 The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Continues to Pour Happy Across the Archipelago
CBTL's Ice Cream Ice Blended drinks

     No doubt, the brand's expansion may be attributed to the fact that relationships remain at the heart of everything The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf does as it partners with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and REAL Life Foundation through the Caring Cup Global Charity Program, the brand's Corporate Social Responsibility arm. 

 The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Continues to Pour Happy Across the Archipelago

     The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf also reaches out to its customers, through the Swirl Rewards Card program, the Giving Journal, and the Brew Your Best Year community, a home-grown initiative that was launched in 2014, making its local success reach beyond its quality coffee and tea.

For more information on  The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf® Philippines 

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