Harina Artisan Bakery - Quezon City

I think I can safely say that we're over our slight obsession with Kanto Freestyle Breakfast because we finally wanted something different to try for breakfast.... read more I think I can safely say that we're over our slight obsession with Kanto Freestyle Breakfast because we finally wanted something different to try for breakfast. A quick search using the app Zomato brought our attention to Harina Cafe, a place that serves breakfast that's located in White Plains, which is a stone's throw away from our office. Perfect. Without doing prior research and just relying on good ol' Google Maps to get there, I think we've driven along the stretch of White Plains twice looking for Harina Cafe. We almost gave up (and our cab driver obviously wasn't too happy with all the circling around which I don't understand because that's why you take a cab, right? and decided instead to go to Banapple when we finally found the place. (I saw in most blogs that they had a signage hanging that you won't miss when driving along White Plains but for some reason, it wasn't there when we paid a visit. I think they just opened when we got there because it's still quite hot inside. Though I really like the overall vibe of Harina. It's like the cozy, friendly neighborhood bakery that everybody in town keeps coming back to. (Well, after researching for this blog post, I found out that Harina Cafe used to be called Monsee's Chefs and Bakers. It was more of a bakery than a restaurant before, serving a wide array of breads and pastries.We saw the Monsees signage but since we weren't aware of this fact, we just kept passing by Harina. I was expecting to catch a whiff of something cooking in the oven but I guess they aren't baking anything yet that morning. Ian ordered a Boscaiola (PhP 200 , which is penne in tomato cream sauce with porcini mushrooms and bacon. Muffet had the Creamy Bacon Asparagus (PhP 250 , fettuccini in creamy sauce with bacon and asparagus, topped with poached egg. I had to order the Breakfast Tart (PhP 290 because it had all my favorite things in there: cream cheese, spinach, baked tomatoes, bacon and eggs on a puff pastry shell! This thing of beauty is everything you would ever want in a breakfast meal, and it's big enough for two. What I love about it more is it's a dish that's very evidently carefully crafted. Presentation-wise, it was excellent. The dish was delectable and filling. This is definitely a must-try for breakfast food lovers like me. When we asked what's their best-seller, we were told about their Bloomin' Bread. But since the serving of the food were big, we decided to skip that. But I'd definitely pay them a visit again just to try that, and order another Breakfast Tart too. :P

I remember my friend telling me, you can find anything on Katipunan Avenue. As it turns out, you can also find a cozy and homey artisanal bakery and cafe that s... read more I remember my friend telling me, you can find anything on Katipunan Avenue. As it turns out, you can also find a cozy and homey artisanal bakery and cafe that sells awesome breads and cakes with an all-day breakfast meals! Zip into a swanky and jazzy bakery-slash-cafe, a welcome addition to the vibrant repertoire of new establishments sprouting across the metropolis. Known for its old shop name Monsee's, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe has a casual dining ambiance. Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe practices the traditional way of baking breads--meaning, they do not use shortcuts and other chemical additives. Each flavors and ingredients are fully developed. Thus, nothing less than premium ingredients are used. The breads are hand rolled and baked with love in small batches so you can be assured of its freshness and safety. In fact, there's an open baking area which allows customers to see how some of their products are being made. Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe boasts of a unique menu of an assortment of artisan breads such as breadsticks and Spanish breads which Monsee's is widely known for. They've assembled a menu of fresh and exciting items that appeals to urbanites who are usually on-the-go but still very healthy. They also have various Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe signature sandwiches like the Waldorf Salad Sandwich flaky pastry with the Christmas colors of red and green apples, chicken and chopped walnut fillings and their Breakfast Burrito Wrap tortilla filed with breakfast sausage, hash browns, scrambled eggs and baked tomatoes served with ranch dressing , or better yet, try their yummy Chicken Caesar Sandwich--made from grilled Cajun chicken and lettuce in Caesar dressing topped with poached egg, bacon and parmesan cheese on baguette. Adobo aficionados will also be delighted to know that they have an Adobo Pulled Pork Sandwich--an honest-to-goodness pulled pork adobo with fried kesong puti, lettuce and tomato on baguette. If you want something with egg, there's Pork Adobo and Kesong Puti Omelet to satisfy your adobo cravings. For no frills sandwich, the Hot Ham and Cheese is your best bet. This one's made from flaky pastry filled with Canadian ham, Gruyere and pickles topped with a rich bechamel sauce. These all-day specialty sandwiches are served with french fries and a side salad. Those looking for something new should try Harina Artisan Bakery's unique Breakfast Tart puff pastry filled with eggs, spinach, roasted tomatoes and bacon or our personal favorite, Bloomin' Bread. Take your meals to the next level with the Bloomin' Bread round Italian pull apart bread that's good for sharing filled with basil puree and an assortment of melted cheese. It's truly an experience eating the Bloomin' Bread especially when you dip them in balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil. It reminds me of my Ukrainian boss Vlad's favorite snack. I've learned to love breads dipped in balsamic and olive oil because of him. I highly recommend the Bloomin' Bread to anyone who checks out Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe. To perk you up the entire day, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe have different versions of French Toasts to choose from: a cheerful medley of Peanut butter, Banana and Chocolate French toast wheat honey walnut French toast stuffed with creamy peanut butter, sliced bananas and chocolate spread or the sweet Strawberry Cheesecake stuffed French toast cheesecake-filled brioche topped with whipped cream and strawberry preserves . For something a little more filling, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe also offers Filipino breakfast staples such as Homemade Corned Beef with garlic fried rice, Lukban Longanisa meal with fried rice and Bangus Belly with salted eggs and tomatoes fried rice. If you're looking for something with a little more to kick in, they also have the all-time favorite Eggs Benedict Ciabatta topped with Gruyere, Canadian ham, poached egg and hollandaise sauce , and Biscuit and Gravy fried chicken fillet, bacon, baked tomatoes and biscuit topped with a special gravy , and lastly,Vegetable and Cheese omelet is also available. Of course, when it comes to breakfast, the classic fluffy pancakes topped with whipped butter and syrup should never be left behind. Nutritious and healthy choices are also made available via the Muesli with Fruit selection. Those with sweet tooth would also be happy to note that Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe have an assortment of cakes on display to cap off their meals. For beverages, they feature an assortment of hot and cold drinks: Cafe Americano, Cafe Latte, Cafe Mocha, Cappuccino, Hot Tea choice of chamomile, earl grey, English breakfast, peppermint my personal choice! or lemon ginger , hot chocolate, Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe's signature Iced Tea, red iced tea, frozen hot chocolate and apple pie smoothie. Take yourself on a comfy breakfast at Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe, and enjoy their delicious menu offerings and awesome selection of breads and pastries. Be it for lunch, merienda snack , dinner, or for a late night cap, make Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe your destination of choice. Harina Artisan Bakery Cafe by Monsees Artisan Food Commissary is located at 118 Katipunan Avenue Extension, Brgy. White Plains, Quezon City Store Hours: 6AM to 9PM from Mondays to Sundays Call 632 3526721

Good food! Highly recommendable. I'll be back soon. read more Good food! Highly recommendable. I'll be back soon.