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Orion Perez D You wrote all that just to tell Filipinos that December 25 is Christmas? 🤣🤣😂

News flash : WE KNOW. We’ve known for centuries, Mr. Obvious. Nobody said September 1 is literally December 25. Nobody said Advent got cancelled. Nobody said All Saints’ Day was being moved.

You’re arguing against a point nobody made because apparently the mere sight of Christmas decorations in September personally offends you. 🤣🤣🤣

And the “Now you know!” at the end really sent me. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Imagine writing a whole essay just to discover that you’re the only person who turned a harmless Christmas tradition into a fu***ng debate.

If people enjoying Christmas early because it inspires them, it sparks joy in their hearts, bothers you this much, maybe the problem isn’t the calendar.

Maybe it’s YOU.

But you know what? We can see right through you. We know you know there really is no issue here. You’re just here for the clout, right? 😂😏

The truth is, Filipinos are going to continue this tradition for years and decades to come, probably long after you’re gone. So stay pressed, write another essay if you must, and cry some more.
😭😭😭

But please, don’t forget to breathe between September 1 and December 25, ha? 🤣🤣🤣

Cabel Restaurant
(Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026)

📍1153 JP Laurel cor. Aguado Streets, San Miguel,
Manila
Open daily from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm

Pros:
- Very responsive to FB Messenger/Instagram /SMS
inquiries.
- Homey ambiance. Perfect for dates and group
gatherings.
- Food is delicious, home-cooked quality and
enjoyable. We ordered Tortang Talong (P380),
Lumpiang Shanghai (P480), Kansi (P980),
Piyanggang Manok (P680), Pancit Canton Guisado
(P1,100), Chocolate Cake (P320). There is not one
that I didn’t love!
- Reasonably priced
- Clean & tidy lobby and restroom
- Commendable serving time
- Top-tier customer service. Everyone is very
accommodating and friendly. Special mention to
Chris.
- Pet-friendly in the al fresco dining area
- Very accessible and easy to locate.

Cons:
- Limited parking area (Street parking available)

Emilia House of Filipino Food
📍934 General Solano Street, San Miguel, Manila
Open daily from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

Pros:
- Promptly replies to Facebook/SMS inquiries.
- Great cozy ambiance. Perfect for dates and intimate
gatherings.
- Food is good. We ordered Fresh Lumpia, Chicken
Cordon Bleu, Pancit Canton, Bagnet Kare-Kare &
Salmon Sinigang
(Very nice presentation and served fresh. The Kare-
Kare is a bit sweet for my liking)
- Very clean & tidy (both Lobby & CR)
- Acceptable serving time
- Good customer service
- Spacious parking
- Pet-friendly in the al fresco dining areas
- Very accessible and easy to locate.

Cons:
- On the pricey side.(Considering the serving size/
portion. Approx for 2pax only.)
- Background music didn’t match the vibe of the
place. (the day we visited, they were playing
upbeat/modern music. Just a minor concern.)
- I personally didn’t like the overhead lighting per
table. It’s too bright and at the same time ruins the
photos.

The Waiting Room Cafe, San Pedro, Laguna
📍9068 Magsaysay Road, San Pedro, Laguna
Open daily from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm

Pros:
- Aesthetic and vibey.
- Good food (Tried Tocino Bfast Bowl & Herbed
Chicken. Both are good)
- Reasonably priced
- Clean & tidy
- Acceptable serving time
- Good customer service
- Can park up to 7 to 8 cars
- Pet-friendly
- The place is very accessible

Cons:
- Background music is a bit loud.
- Can be crowded and noisy on peak hours
- Limited indoor space (around 8 tables only)
- Food smells cling to clothes/hair (probably because
of ventilation)