The Grove Food Crawl: Comforting Cuisine and Nourishing Beverages at The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House

...at The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House at The Grove by Rockwell. Rustic cuisine that warms the palate and nourishes the body, it's all here. At The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House, one can indulge in a wide selection of comforting dishes paired with refreshing, all-natural beverages, just what you need to make your day right, any time of day.

Located at The Grove by Rockwell, The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House is one of many cozy dining spots this side of the metro. Inside, the warm wood tones exude a cozy and homey vibe, draped in natural light coming through the panoramic glass walls. It's another tasty stop at The Grove Food Crawl.  

Start with the bold and robust notes of freshly brewed coffee, the Piccolo Latte (P 110), made from the finest local coffee beans to perk you up. After a few soothing sips, pick another beverage and this is where things get interesting at The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House...

...with its extensive range of refreshing options that include the Sangria Cooler (P 240), a smooth blend of artisanal Italian red wine, fresh lemon, orange, rum, and mint; or the sweet and decadent S'mores Cafe Latte (P 150 Hot/P 170 Cold) with marshmallows, guaranteed to add some fun to your day.

All specialty coffee and beverages are served with a shot of their signature Chlorophyll Water (L), just what you need to hydrate and re-energize. Mildly sweet, one sip tells you this may be the best hangover cure yet. Or why not go for some freshly cold-pressed all-natural juice blends...

...from The Juicery Manila (see below for contact details). Fresh, premium, and nutritious fruit juices packed in convenient and handy bottles, the line of cold-pressed all-natural beverages contain absolutely no preservatives, fillers, concentrates, sweeteners or sugar, just pure fruit juice. To ensure fresh and clean flavors, The Juicery Manila does not pasteurize, freeze, or dilute with water, perfect for your very own juice detox program. The benefits of all-natural juices include reducing harmful anti-oxidants and toxins to controlling cholesterol and boosting immunity, and it tastes good too. The line of cold-pressed juices are available in six refreshing flavors, the Oxygenator with apple, carrot, cucumber, celery, beet root, lemon, and ginger; the C Splash with carrot, orange, lemon, and ginger; the Detoxify Beet with apple, orange, carrot, beet root, celery, cilantro, moringa, lemon, and ginger; the Green Potion with celery, cucumber, apple, capsicum, lemon, and ginger; the Power Green with celery, coriander, apple, cucumber, parsley, pear, pineapple, spinach, lemon, and ginger; and the Immunity with pear, apple, pineapple, cucumber, lemongrass, lemon, and ginger. Then, there's the Vital Shot, a blend of ginger, turmeric, lemon, and honey, taken as a shot or mixed with hot water. If you need a quick picker-upper, visit The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House for the day's freshest cold pressed juice blend to boot up and recharge.

A cold-pressed beverage by your side, it's time to eat. The Benedict Crisp Prosciutto & Roasted Pumpkin (P 320) is a savory dish to start your day right, with poached free-range eggs, buttered spinach, hollandaise sauce, prosciutto ham, and oven-baked spiced pumpkin served with fresh-baked baguette. The bold notes of the prosciutto are tempered by the sweetness of the pumpkin, capped by more layers of richness from the hollandaise sauce and poached eggs for a satisfying and filling brunch.

The Acai Breakfast Bowl (P 220) is a hearty and healthy alternative with acai berries blended and topped with fresh fruits, chia seeds, cacao nibs, organic coconut oil, and dessicated coconut. The long list of acai berry's health benefits continue to grow, and you can have your own bowl to balance your diet. The vibrant flavors remind you that healthy food doesn't have to be bland, not at The Gardens Brunch Cafe and Social House.

The Gardens Brunch Pasta (P 299), is a another comforting dish with aromatic herbs, tomatoes, and roasted vegetables sauteed with mushrooms and bacon cream sauce, topped with 7-minute egg. The flavors are fresh and clean, with the bacon cream sauce adding that flavorful bite capped by the runny egg. Simply pour the cracked egg and mix it all up.

The day's special, Paella Negra (P 395), slow-cooked rice in squid-ink broth topped with plump shrimps and vegetables, is a meal in itself. The soft and fluffy rice releases the rich notes of squid ink in a burst of vibrant flavors pairing well with the fresh prawns.