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Kumori Signature Cheese Tarts

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Heart2Heart is so happy that there are Japanese cheese tarts available already in Manila!!! No need to go to Japan!!

Kumori @kumoriph Now sells them!!! Kumori Signature Cheese Tarts (2)  You can get them freshly baked from the Block, SM North Edsa but it’s available in the other 2 Makati branches ( SM and Landmark). Kumori Signature Cheese Tarts (3) They are still freshly baked on the day and transported from North Edsa to the stores and you can just toast them and they are still yummy!!!!! You can buy by the piece but it’s cheaper by the dozen #biteintoclouds #KumoriPh #H2HCheese #JapaneseCheeseTart Kumori Signature Cheese Tarts (4) Kumori Signature Cheese Tarts (5) Kumori Signature Cheese Tarts (1)

Tokyo Apartment to Share w/ Tokyo Visitors!

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Nisekrew Tina @tinatimeofficial has been promoted and expatriated to live in HK. She has lived in Tokyo for 13 years and has an apartment she would like to rent out. ( Daily, Weekly, etc )  She still lives there when she is in Tokyo so she keeps her room and rents out the other 2 rooms.  So you can be assured she loves her place and she maintains it very well.
Contact Tina for inquiries via email tinatimeofficial@gmail.com or whats app at +852-9888-7080 #H2HTokyo #Tokyo #H2HRealEstate

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LARGE MODERN 2BR APT SHIBUYA/EBISU

Large, fully renovated modern 2BR 90m2 apt in the heart of central Tokyo. Big rooms & space rare in Tokyo w/ cozy furniture & balcony w/ spectacular views of Tokyo & its landmarks. Well loved property big enough for families & groups of up to 6-8pax.

THE SPACE:

With Tokyo & Japan becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations in recent years, it has become increasingly difficult to find hotel accommodation that is well located, SPACIOUS, good value for money & able to house large groups. Not to mention modern & cozy at the same time!

If that is what you’re looking for, then we believe that our apartment situated in Shibuya w/ access to Ebisu & Daikanyama Stations is the right place for you! To better imagine: Shibuya is where the infamous Large Pedestrian Crossing (think Lost in Translation) is located! It is the center of Modern Japanese Culture & our apartment has easy access to transport, restaurants, convenience stores, groceries & nightlife.

This newly renovated actually 105m2 apartment of which 90m2 is for your use is an extremely well loved, personally furnished apartment by someone who has lived in Japan for over 13yrs & is only being shared due to expatriation taking us out of the country most of the time. Hence our wanting to share this beautiful space with you all!

The 90m2 space for use includes:

2 Large Bedrooms (Master Bedroom has large window w/ view of Tokyo)

Large Living Room (with large windows along entire wall w/ view of Tokyo & it’s Landmarks) w/ Sofa Bed and can seat 8-10pax comfortably

Spacious Fully Equipped Kitchen with 4 burner stove, Nespresso Machine, toaster, microwave, hot water pot, utensils, cooking condiments at your disposal w/ Dining Table inside

Modern Bathroom outfitted w/ washing machine and the Shower Room also has an electronically operated bathtub in the deep Japanese -Separate Toilet w/ remote control bidet

Large Balcony taking up entire length of apartment

-Lots of Storage Space during your stay

This size of apartment is a rare find in Tokyo & is perfect for the traveler that wants space, modernity & character at the same time. It can comfortably house 6 people & accommodate up to 8pax MAX w/ the use of air mattresses we also have on hand.

Travel for us is a passion & the apartment is filled w/ hundreds of Travel Guides, mementos from trips, Books on Art & Entertaining that you are welcome to enjoy during your stay.

Can we mention again the BEAUTIFUL VIEW that the apartment has? You can enjoy spectacular views of Tokyo & it’s landmarks from the windows or while having a coffee/drink on the balcony where you can easily see Tokyo Tower, Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Syktree and Tokyo Bay all in one glance. With such a view you are in Tokyo yet feel at home too.

We cannot share enough the love we have for our apartment & the beautiful times & memories we have made here & hope that you will experience the same as well!

THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

SHIBUYA-Bright, fun, flashy, trend-setting, iconic, spectacular, Shibuya is a must-see&do destination for any traveler to Tokyo. Famous the world-over for being the epicenter of Tokyo youth culture (made famous by the likes of Gwen Stefani and the movie “Lost in Translation”), Shibuya is a feast for the senses. At its heart is Hachiko Crossing, where travellers stop for their “Lost in Translation” photo op moment, 109 Department Store, where anybody who is anybody on the cutting edge of fashion shops, and the transport hub of Shibuya Metro Station. In between are restaurants, cafes, bars, and people-watching that could occupy one for hours, if not days.

DAIKANYAMA-Within a stone’s throw of Shibuya lies the chic, sophisticated, fashion-forward, design-oriented Ebisu/Daikanyama. Wheras Shibuya is the playground of Tokyo pop culture aficionados, Ebisu/Daikanyama is its upmarket counterpart, replete with cool cafes, idiosyncratic boutiques, local cult fashion labels, a weekly farmer’s market, watering holes to while the nights away. Having resisted the spread of major franchises and chain stores, Daikanyama retains a unique character and is the neighborhood where locals flock to refresh their seasonal wardrobes and lifestyle accessories while drinking coffee at the myriad cafes along the way.

Our property is located at the intersection of Shibuya, Daikanyama, and Ebisu, with a large supermarket, 4 convenience stores, and several restaurants within half a block’s distance. The area is pedestrian and bike-friendly, with a lot to see and do whether shopping, eating, or sightseeing is on your itinerary. Just go out the door and Tokyo’s wealth of sights is available in an instant!

THINGS TO NOTE:

All the guests will receive detailed information before arrival on how to check-in smoothly. We are flexible and depending on the time we can arrange to have our concierge meet you personally to give a tour and answer any and all questions. Alternatively, we can give you details on how to access the apartment through a designated mailbox and code. A guest manual is on hand to supplement any FAQs regarding house rules, operation of appliances, garbage disposal, location of transport, grocery stores, eating establishments, etc.

AMENITIES/FACILITIES:

Amenities/Facilities:

– Wi-Fi access

– Clean bath towels and linen

– Toiletries

– Hair dryer

– Washing machine

– Full kitchen with fridge, stove, toaster, microwave, kettle, condiments for cooking

– Shower/bath room and Japanese style washlet toilet

– Air conditioners

– Iron & ironing board

ACCESS/GETTING AROUND

-4 min walk to Shibuya New South Exit where the Narita Express is. VERY convenient if you are coming this way.

-8 min walk to Shibuya Station (Yamanote, Toyoko, Oedo, Hanzomon, Ginza Lines)

-10 min walk to Ebisu Station (Yamanote Line, Hibiya Metro Line)

-12 min walk to Daikanyama Station (Toyoko Line)

Easy access to Taxis as building is on a main road.

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Very spacious, bright and cozy living room. Red sofa doubles as a sofa bed.

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Living Room Angle 3

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Living Room Angle 5

Tokyo Apartment to Share with Tokyo Visitors (7)Sofa bed converted. Big enough for 2pax!

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Master Bedroom, bright, spacious and airy with views of Tokyo.

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Master Bedroom w/ Air Mattress option for more guests

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Master Bedroom Angle from entrance.

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Guest Bedroom w/ lots of room!

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Guest Bedroom other angle

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Guest Bedroom w/ Air Mattress option for more guests.

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Roomy, fully equipped kitchen.

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Kitchen w/ Dining Table & Chairs and full appliances.

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Bathroom

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Shower and Bathtub unit. Very spacious as well.

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Japanese Style Washlet Toilet

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Very spacious balcony overlooking Tokyo

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View of Tokyo from the balcony w/ Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree in sight!

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Bulad by Pria’s Kitchen

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I love trying the concoctions of Pria so as soon as I saw her dried fish, I wanted to try it. It’s delicious.  Even the hubby liked it!! I like dishes that are made from recipes passed down from generation to generation.  They are always unique, they taste good and there is a sentimental value to it.  So Heart2Heart loves those!

 Previous entries:  Pria’s Kitchen Ala Carte on Demand July 31, 2014

 More from Pria’s Kitchen Sept 26, 2014Bulad by Pria's Kitchen (2) Bulad by Pria's Kitchen (3) Bulad by Pria's Kitchen (4) Bulad by Pria's Kitchen (1)

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Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel

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We had to dine at the restaurant in the hotel we were staying at!  It was hard to get a reservation but we managed to squeeze in for brunch on the day we were leavingHawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (2) Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (3) Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (4) Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (5) It was after all Father’s day 🙂Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (6) We arrived in between the breakfast and the brunch menuHawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (7)But we had brunch 🙂Hawksworth fathers day Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (8) I love my hot water with lemon!!  What a set up 🙂  Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel Steel Cut OatsHawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (9)  Brioche French Toast – banana, dark chocolate Creme hazelnut, puffed wild rice Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (15) Seared albacore TunaHawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (10) Steak and EggsHawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (16) The English Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (12) Classic Eggs BenedictHawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (13) Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (14)The kids treated their dad and I treated my dad so we split the bill into three 🙂  Hawksworth at the Rosewood Georgia Hotel (1)

Back at Sun Sui Wah

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We enjoyed our visit many years ago in Sun Sui Wah so we came back 😉  The place is very full and very noisy but service is very good so it was okay.

Previous entry:  Sun Sui Wah Seafood Restaurant Vancouver April 10, 2011Back at Sun Sui Wah (1) Spotted a table with everyone taking photos of their food!! haha!!Back at Sun Sui Wah (2)  It’s tradition that Chef Javs holds the King crab before being cooked ? #SunSuiWah #SunSuiWahseafoodrestaurant #H2HVancouver #H2HCrabs #ChefJavsBack at Sun Sui Wah (3) Back at Sun Sui Wah (5)Dimsum before the crab
Back at Sun Sui Wah (6) Back at Sun Sui Wah (7) Back at Sun Sui Wah (9) Back at Sun Sui Wah (10) Back at Sun Sui Wah (13) Back at Sun Sui Wah (11)  Back at Sun Sui Wah (4)Back at Sun Sui Wah (8)  Alaskan King Crab ? steamed with garlic at Sun Sui Wah #SunSuiWah The Chinese cook crab the best ways ? #H2HVancouver #H2HCrabs #SunSuiWahseafoodrestaurantBack at Sun Sui Wah (12) Second way with chilli, salt and pepperBack at Sun Sui Wah (14)  Alaskan King Crab fried rice – 3rd wayBack at Sun Sui Wah (16) Back at Sun Sui Wah (15) Back at Sun Sui Wah (17)

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Sun Sui Wah website

Homer Street Cafe and Bar Vancouver

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Brunch place chosen by the boys 🙂  It was a Sunday so it was nice to have brunch after churchHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (4) Love the place and the ambienceHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (5) Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (6) Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (7)Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (14) Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (8) Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (9)Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (2)Maple butter pork bellyHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (13)Crispy fish ballsHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (12)
Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (3)Baked crispy chicken  skinHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (15)Brussel sproutsHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (16) Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (10)Roast of the dayHomer Street Cafe Vancouver (17)roasted tomato Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (11)The kids wanted to try the Rotisserie chicken 🙂  Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (1) Homer Street Cafe Vancouver (18)  Super yum

Chewy Peanut Butter Cookie with Nutella cream to dip at Homer st Cafe @homerstcafebar #H2HVancouver #H2HCookies

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Homer St. Cafe and Bar

Tojo’s Restaurant

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I heard about this place from my friend, Cecile Lilles and Mom read about it in her book 1,000 places to see before you die! 🙂 Tojo's Restaurant (1) Chef Tojo is the inventor of the California Maki!Tojo's Restaurant (28) Tojo's Restaurant (20) Bourdain 🙂Tojo's Restaurant Tojo's Restaurant (5)Tojo's Restaurant (24) Tojo's Restaurant (3) We were hoping to meet Chef Tojo in the Omakase Bar but he was out of the countryTojo's Restaurant (32) Tojo's Restaurant (2)Tojo's Restaurant (23) Tojo's Restaurant (4)  Sashimi Salad with Yuzu Kosho sesame paste dressing Tojo's Restaurant (7)Tempura – Okra, squash flower with chopped squid and scallop filling and tomato
Tojo's Restaurant (8) Tojo's Restaurant (9) Smoked Sable FishTojo's Restaurant (10) Tojo's Restaurant (11) HalibutTojo's Restaurant (12)  Golden Roll at Tojo’s @tojos_restaurant – Crab, scallop, wild Pacific salmon, and sweet shrimp rolled in an egg crepe with fish roe on top  #tojosrestaurant #H2HVancouver Chef Tojo is the one who invented the California Roll #californiaroll #ChefTojoTojo's Restaurant (13) Aburi Hotate ( Scallop )Tojo's Restaurant (14) Flying fish ( Tobi Uro )Tojo's Restaurant (15) O ToroTojo's Restaurant (16) OctopusTojo's Restaurant (17) AnagoTojo's Restaurant (18) Green tea creme brûlée Tojo's Restaurant (19) Our server Kato 🙂Tojo's Restaurant (30) Tojo's Restaurant (21) Tojo's Restaurant (22)Ala carte menu
Tojo's Restaurant (25) Tojo's Restaurant (26) Tojo's Restaurant (27) Tojo's Restaurant (29) Click below to go to their websiteTojo's Restaurant (31)

Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver

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 So happy to see Dad’s first cousin, Tita Regina and Tito Rick Teodoro. The last time we were here in 2011, Tita Regina ( The Barefoot Contessa of Vancouver ) cooked for us a delicious homemade meal.

Previous entry:  Barefoot Contessa of Vancouver  April 11, 2011

This time they took us to Dynasty Seafood which was also delicious. They have been living in Vancouver for 41 years already! #H2HVancouver #H2HPeopledynasty seafood vancouverEverything was good!!  This was one of our best meals this short trip to VancouverDynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (1)Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (4) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (2)  First time to try lobster this way – With creamy noodles at Dynasty Seafood Restaurant #H2HVancouver #H2HLobster #dynastyseafoodrestaurant #lobster
Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (5)  They wanted us to try the Peking Duck but it was sold out. So best to order in advance when you reserve.  We had this chicken instead and it was still very good!!!Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (6) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (7) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (3) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (8) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (9) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (10) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (11) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (12) Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Vancouver (13)

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Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver

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I love this wall in Gas Town!! I feel bad we did not take a photo with itUyu Ice Cream Vancouver (1) right across it is this ice cream place which I love!!!!  WE ALL LOVE!! When in Gas Town make sure to go to Uyu for ice cream ? Yum!!!!!!!!  Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (2)Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (3)sampling the Thai iced tea- YUM!!!!
Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (7) Vietnamese coffee – YUM!!!!!!Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (8) Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (11) Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (4)Each ice cream comes with a complimentary drizzle. #H2HVancouver #uyuicecream #gastownvancouver #H2HsoftserveUyu Ice Cream Vancouver (10) Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (5) YUM!!!!!!Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (6)Uyu Ice Cream Vancouver (9)

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