Ubeco on a Rainy Afternoon
After surviving my long, chaotic journey to Bohol and sneaking in a much-needed nap, I found myself on a mission: find food that would save my life. Google Maps led me to Ubeco, a cozy-looking café with minimalist vibes and glowing reviews. It was just a 15-minute walk from my hotel, but because the universe decided to make it rain and I forgot to pack an umbrella I hopped on a tricycle instead.
There’s a tricycle outside the hotel so I asked the driver to take me to Ubeco. The fare was just PHP 30. The fare was only ₱30, and I ended up having the most unexpectedly wholesome conversation with him.
By the end of the ride, he handed me a calling card in case I needed a ride again. Sweetest gesture. I felt like I was collecting NPC allies on this trip.
The ambiance in Ubeco was good and relaxing. I ordered their teriyaki fried rice and a calamansi drink, which looked gorgeous in the photos.
The calamansi drink reminded me of my childhood because it tastes like “Celine” the vitamins my mother gave me when I was young. I have no idea if that’s how it’s supposed to taste. The teriyaki fried rice didn’t teriyaki, but my soul was fed anyway. After my starvation-induced state, that first bite was like a slice of heaven. The egg on top was perfect, and they were generous with the green beans. Like, a lot of green beans. I was starting to worry I’d turn into one if I kept going.
Bhe calamansi drink kind of clashed with the rice. I think the sweet-sour tang of it just overwhelmed the flavors. I started wondering if I accidentally sabotaged my own brunch.
I didn’t finish everything, so I asked for a takeout box—no way I was letting good food go to waste. Despite the weird combo, I’m actually craving that fried rice now. I’m even considering trying to make my own version at home. If I nail the recipe, I’ll be posting it here.
So, that was my adventure at Ubeco. Despite the rain, it turned out to be a good brunch experience. If you’re ever in Bohol and need a good spot to chill with some tasty (if slightly overpriced) food, Ubeco’s worth a visit. And who knows? Maybe I’ll master that teriyaki fried rice and impress everyone with my cooking skills. Stay tuned!