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Most Instagrammable Cafes in the Philippines

Never underestimate the power of a good cup of coffee.
– Ursula Vernon, American writer, artist and illustrator.

It is said that coffee can bring out the best in you, perhaps why a lot of people could not start their day properly without a good cup of coffee. Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines coffee as “a beverage made by percolation, infusion, or decoction from the roasted and ground seeds of a coffee plant.” People from all around the world, including Filipinos, would make sure to stop by a coffee shop everyday. Their day is not complete without caffeine in their system.

The Philippines is one of the countries that is rich in coffee culture, that is why it is not surprising that there are numerous coffee shops that are not only selling coffee drinks, but boasts exquisite atmospheres.

Here are some of the most Instagrammable cafes that can be definitely your go-to coffee shop:

• Coffee Project
• Dear Joe
• Bon Appetit Café in 1120 House
• Wildflour Café + Bakery
• Sunnies Cafe

Coffee Project

If you’re looking for the most Instagrammable coffee shop in the Philippines, look no further than Coffee Project! Located nationwide, this cafe is famous for its gorgeous decor and delicious coffee. The walls are lined with large windows that let in natural light, and the space is filled with beautiful plants.

The menu features a wide variety of coffees, from cold brews to lattes, as well as a selection of pastries and sandwiches. Of course, the coffee is perfect for taking photos! Whether you’re looking for a new place to get your caffeine fix or just want to take some beautiful pictures, the Coffee Project is the perfect spot.

Dear Joe

If you’re looking for a great place to take Instagram-worthy photos of your coffee in the Philippines, look no further than Dear Joe. This popular coffee shop has a warm and relaxed ambiance, with plenty of seating so you can enjoy your coffee and food without feeling cramped.

The coffee here is excellent, and there’s a good selection of food to choose from if you get hungry. The only downside is that Dear Joe can get quite crowded during meal times, so it’s best to visit early or late if you want to avoid the rush.

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Bon Appetit Café in 1120 House

If you have ever dreamed of sipping your cup of coffee in a French cafe or eating tasty dishes in a French restaurant, Bon Appetit is definitely the place for you.

It is located in the building of 1120 House. Actually, the location seems like a separate apartment. Furthermore, Bon Appetit is close to shopping centers, such as the Power Plant mall.

Take a breather in this incredibly instagrammable café located in the heart of the buzzing city of  Makati, where commercial real estate, residential real estate, office buildings, townhouses, and other properties are located.

Bon Appetit’s nostalgic, arched window frames, white stucco facades are already very appealing at first glance. The cafe also has high ceilings. There are many designs as well that are permanently attached.

The restaurant itself exudes the rustic charms of the French countryside, with a richly endowed light, a swirl of muffled pastels, and mismatched but perfectly harmonizing decorations.

Bon Appetit made rattan solihya seats look good with some antique, ornately embellished arm chairs. The luminous and fascinating space is definitely kept bright by the playful pendant lights from the 70s and some natural basket chandeliers.

The homey café, expertly infused with tropical greenery, tends to feel modern and fresh while remaining warm and comforting. This delectable blend of comfort and modernity pervades their menu as well.

Bon Appetit’s menu is ideally categorized into sections that will make it easy for you to select what you would eat. Some of the major categories found in their menu are: le starters, pasta, vert for greens, les sandwiches, le porc, entree, desserts, and bon bakery for brunch.

The Roasted Pork RIbs and Truffle Mushroom Sandwich, which consists of rosemary garlic roast pork ribs, cheddar cheese and pickled onions placed perfectly on a crusty bread, is one of their best-selling pork dishes.

The sandwich bursting with flavors only sells for 695 pesos. It is also encouraged to have a side of crisp potato chips (95 pesos) when eating the sandwich,  For the coffee, Bon Appetea offers fresh brewed coffee (135 pesos), espresso shot (125 pesos), cafe latte (145 pesos), and cappuccino (145 pesos).

If you have friends who do not like coffee, it’s okay because they also offer wines, hot tea, and sodas. Indeed, eat like a French in this exquisite restaurant that has the most tastiest dishes in their menu.

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Wildflour Café + Bakery

Let your cravings run wild. Wildflour’s powerful brand equity is built on creative menu options, elevated selections created fresh in-house, exceptional services, and an unrivaled homey yet vibrant vibe.

Since 2012, the Wildflour Café + Bakery has been the most popular brunch and bistro café and restaurant in Manila.  In certain locations, Wildflour Café + Bakery is known as Wild Flour Restaurant and Wildflour Café. The versatile and artistic menu of Wildflour has since augmented to encompass food influenced by the finest cuisines from around the world.

Today, they have breakfast staples such as pancakes, and sandwiches. Roast chicken, and rice bowls are available as well. The ingredients are primarily sourced  from only the greatest local markets and organic farms to ensure only the finest food.

Wildflour is distinguished by its in-house bakery in each branch, which guarantees the freshness of its extensive selection of the finest bread, pies, cake, pastries, and desserts on a daily basis. In addition to the freshly brewed coffee, tea, juices, and smoothies, it also serves a delectable dinner menu featuring fresh fish, premium imported steaks, and an immense wine and liquor selection.

All of this, combined with amiable, hospitable service and a rustic, picturesque atmosphere unlike any other, creates Wildflour a worth visiting location in the Philippines food scene for both regulars and visitors of the country.

Wildflour has multiple branches, including in San Juan, Taguig, and Makati. The customers who are usually buying are working in a commercial real estate, multi story detached building, multi unit building, since these areas are surrounded by numerous buildings. There are even real estate professionals who are buying from them.

Wildflour food is also a famous “pasalubong” for some people. With its delicious pastries, it is said that you will surely get value of your money when you purchase from them.

Sunnies Cafe

Cuban-American actor Oscar Nunez once said that life in California is beautiful. Indeed it is, that is why the famous Sunnies Cafe aims to bring the fun and stylish Southern California lifestyle through comfort food.

The Sunnies Cafe experience has been meticulously carefully crafted by the team, from the decor to the menu. Feigned palm plants greet you as you enter the luminous lit area with floor-to-ceiling glass panels that provide the ideal lighting for your Instagram pictures.

The wooden interiors of the cafe create a nice and fuzzy atmosphere. Meanwhile, the lifestyle magazines, and the striking walls will make you want to stay for hours. From brunch to supper to after-work cocktails, Sunnies Cafe got you.  “Each of the dishes has a special connection to us,” founder Georgina Wilson says.

Since the Sunnies team wants to offer something for each and everyone, their menu is quite extensive. The menu has main categories for you to easily browse through. Starting with their house blend coffee, Sunnies cafe offers both hot and iced coffee. For the hot coffee, they have espresso, americano, cappuccino, flat white, mocha, and decaf.

On the other hand, they serve iced americano, iced latte, iced mocha, and sunnies coffee soda. They also have hot chocolate, iced chocolate, iced horchata latte, and iced coconut milk latte. The house blend coffee ranges from 115 pesos to 215 pesos.

Moreover, the Salted Caramelsutra (190 pesos), which is beautifully made with salted caramel ice cream, crushed grahams, malted milk, and whipped cream, is a must-try!

The ownership of Sunnies belongs to the famous Georgina Wilson, Jessica Wilson, Eric Dee, Bea Soriano, and Dee Martine Cajucom. You could say that Sunnies is actually a family business.

Today, Sunnies Cafe has multiple branches, such as in Bonifacio Global City and Muntinlupa. With its success, truly, the investment of the owners of Sunnies was worth it. Their income must be pretty high as well since a lot of people are fond of Sunnies Cafe.

But did you know that Sunnies first product that went famous were actually specs? Sunnies Studios to be exact! For sure, those people who were fond of buying glasses from them is now dining in the cafe.

La Cathedral Café

Sipping your cup of coffee and dining under the stars, sounds like it came straight out of a fairytale, doesn’t it?  Well, experience your very own fairytale as you visit La Cathedral Café, a restaurant and cafe where you can have a romantic and majestic view of the historical Manila Cathedral from the roofdeck. The coffee shop is located just right behind the cathedral, and it is also one of the nicest restaurants where you can eat your comfort favorites, such as cakes, and drink your coffee.

But if you and your friends feel like having an afternoon tea, feel free to try some of their teas. They have the usual Earl Grey, Green Tea, Chamomile, and Black Tea, which are only offered hot, and are priced at 105 pesos each.

Meanwhile the Very Strawberry tea (115 pesos), and Mixed Berries tea (120 pesos) are offered in both hot and cold. The cold teas are priced at 145 pesos each. Coffee-free frappuccinos are available as well, which ranges from 150 pesos to 170 pesos, depending on the flavor and size . Some of the unique flavors of the frappes that they have are Salted Caramel, Butter Cookies, Dirty Matcha, and Peanut Caramel.

Truly, these coffee shops are some of the best.

But there are people who do not have time to stop by a coffee shop. That’s why some people opt to have their own mini coffee shop in their own houses. Nowadays, especially when the pandemic came, people have been creative with different parts of their houses; and that includes creating their personal coffee bar.

In purchasing houses, space is an important factor for buyers. There are some people who even consider if there is enough space for their personalized coffee bar.  If you are one of these people, who is looking for a house and lot to purchase and wants to curate their very own coffee bar, then why not head over to Vista Alabang?

The prestigious Vista Alabang has the finest house and lot properties for sale.

Located along Daang Hari, the Italian-inspired community is one of the best real estate investments in the real estate industry. There have been numerous real estate transactions already.

Rest assured that the construction workers building the properties are very skilled. All of the properties have lockable doors. No need to worry about your safety because the security of Alabang Vista is one of the best.

People are investing in Alabang Vista because they know that when they purchase, they will get the value of their money. One of the best investments here is Portofino Alabang.

The Brittany Corporation makes sure that each house and lot for sale in luxury real estate, meaning all investors will get their money’s worth. Still, thinking twice about whether you should invest in a luxury house and lot in Daang Hari? Feel free to consult real estate professionals, such as realtors.

If you invest in Brittany homes, you are investing in the most beautiful houses in the Philippines.

There are even people who look for good mortgages in order to finance a real property in Vista Alabang. Once they find the perfect mortgage, they will instantly call a realtor to help them with the real estate transaction.

In financing properties, it does not necessarily mean you have to turn them into single-family homes. There are investors who buy residential real estate properties so they can put them up for rent, and yes, they produce income.

Real estate investments can be risky, but once you understand them well, they can become easy for you. To find out how much new housing starts, contact Brittany Corporation right away, and surely they will help you in finding the best deal.