Ubeco on a Rainy Afternoon
Okay, it’s almost that magical time of the year, so I think its mandatory for me to make a wishlist—here’s just a mix of stuff I might need, things I probably won’t buy (but want to), things that just look super cool, and things I already bought this year and am still completely obsessed with.
The place looked minimalist and chic, serving up a mix of Asian dishes. It’s only a 15-minute walk from my hotel, but it was raining and I didn’t have an umbrella, so I had to hop in a tricycle.
There’s a tricycle outside the hotel so I asked the driver to take me to Ubeco. The fare was just PHP 30. I had fun talking with the tricycle driver on the way to Ubeco. He even gave me a calling card in case I would need a ride in the future.
The ambiance in Ubeco was good and relaxing. I ordered teriyaki fried rice and the calamansi drink.
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, but it looked pretty in the photo. The teriyaki fried rice didn’t really scream teriyaki to me, but after my starvation-induced state, that first bite was like a slice of heaven. The egg was great, and there were so many spring beans that I thought I might turn into a bean myself if I ate any more.
The fried rice was also a lot for me, and I think the calamansi drink ruined the taste of the teriyaki fried rice for me.
I ended up asking for a takeout box for the leftovers because I didn’t want to regret not saving some for later. Overall, the food was tasty but a bit on the pricey side. Now, I’m craving that teriyaki fried rice and might try to make it myself at home. If I do, I’ll definitely share the recipe 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!
