Angeles City

Two days ago while walking on Fields Ave I was approached by a cigarette street vendor offering Viagra for 700p for a box of 4. I laughed at him and kept walking. He followed me and said 500p. I kept walking and he said 2 boxes for 500p. I still kept walking and he came down to 2 boxes for 300p. I stopped and took a box to look carefully if it's from Pfeiffer. It is. I asked him if I can break open the box to look inside. He said okay. Inside were four blue Viagra pills in a sealed plastic pack and an instruction / warning pamphlet from Pfeiffer. It looked like the real thing so I decided to buy two for 300p. By this time there were 3 or 4 other cigarette vendors asking to also buy from them at the same price.

I tried them in the last two nights but I am not sure if it worked, only because I seldom use Viagra (I get Cialis or Maxifort (generic V) from Mexico) , so I couldn't tell if it was natural erection or V-induced. I will get a box for my buddy Chris Long to test it as he uses V regularly.

I will also try to find out if the vendors will sell to me a box for 100p or 125p if I buy 4 or 5 boxes. Wish me luck.

[QUOTE=Funman13;1345224]You sound like the typical western traveler who needs bacon & eggs every morning and freaks out if there are no pizza parlors or burger joints in sight. Well, it's really your loss. Part of the joys of traveling the world is enjoying local foods, especially what we call "street food". The rule is to observe if lots of locals are patronizing them.[/QUOTE]Lots of locals patronize Jolibee. That doesn't mean it's fit for human consumption.[QUOTE=Funman13;1345224]Also NEVER eat raw vegetables or fruit that has been cut.[/QUOTE]I eat fresh cut fruit off the street everyday here in Thailand. That's the best meal of the day.

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational;1345232]Lots of locals patronize Jolibee. That doesn't mean it's fit for human consumption.I eat fresh cut fruit off the street everyday here in Thailand. That's the best meal of the day.[/QUOTE]Fortunately I can eat lots of fruit and veggie salads in Cebu and not have ill side effects. Maybe it was that first trip when I was sick as a dog that immunized me.

[QUOTE=Funman13;1345224]You sound like the typical western traveler who needs bacon & eggs every morning and freaks out if there are no pizza parlors or burger joints in sight. Well, it's really your loss. Part of the joys of traveling the world is enjoying local foods, especially what we call "street food". The rule is to observe if lots of locals are patronizing them. If you don't speak the language just point to what someone else ordered. Don't worry how much. It has to be cheap or they would not be operating out on the street. I just take out some money from my pocket and they will take the proper amount. I have never been cheated.[/QUOTE]Agreed. Wherever I'm at I make it a point to localize as much as possible; it's one of the pleasures of traveling and adds a bit of excitement. Whilst Filipino foof (congrats on coining the new word) isn't as delicious IMO as Thai or Vietnamese, it has many tasty dishes. I frequently eat at the local cantinas. If you're hesitant start with something safe, such as mungo (similar to lentil soup) and rice. Shouldn't cost more than 30p. Hungry? Add a pork chop for another 50 or 60p. Like spicy? Try the dishes from Bicol. Like things a bit tangy and sour? Eat sinigang. Want some veg? Try binagoonggang talong (aubergine stuffed with tiny salted shrimp). Concerned about the hygiene? Dine at a Filipino franchise. I quite like Chic Boy. It has outstanding roasted chicken and pork belly and all you can eat rice for 100 to 125p. Plenty of other franchises, too.

Uncertain? Just ask. There are plenty of folks around you who can describe what you're looking at. In this regard it certainly beats China.

Anyway, make it a point to try one Filipino dish a day and soon enough you'll find several that satisfy your palate.

Kainan na!

[quote=funman13;1345225]sorry for the misspell. i mean filipino food, not foof.[/quote]personally, i like to eat at the outdoor places at the jeepney station on perimeter across from the devera hotel. i enjoy the bbq chicken and pork and have never had a problem with the "quality". i can either sit down or take to my room in the hotel. i have tried many of the other dishes and while don't know the name, can pick the ones i like from sight. i also enjoy the german bakery next door to pony tails for breakfast in the morning.

grab a couple of beers from the fast stop, a couple of dishes from the vendors, watch a movie in the room and i am good to go. not for every meal, but a welcome break.

i do try to steer away from uncooked veggies and fruit that does not need to be peeled, but i haven't had a problem with anything.

Actually Jollibees is one Fil place I would patronize as I assume that it is modeled on US chains and has a modicum of sanitary guidelines. I certainly won't be eating off the street whether in Fils or Mexico. The smell alone is enough to kill one's appetite. Having read the varying viewpoints, I still can't find a reason to stray from my original theme: the only thing worth eating in the Fils is the pussy.

BM

First, let me clarify. I eat a lot of fruit and drink orange juice constantly when I am traveling. I am one of those that get sick easily when I travel long distance (cough, sore throat, fever if I get caught in the rain). I just avoid fruit already cut by the vendor.

I walked to Angeles Fried Chicken on Marlim Road for lunch today. You can Google it. I ordered the 3-pc lunch for 145p. Not bad, taste similar to KFC. I hope to try the crispy version on my next trip.

I also saw that the Hypermart in SM sells a whole rotisserie chicken for 188p. I wonder if it's as good as those from the streets. But I have run out of time to sample new foods. Tomorrow I leave for Beijing via Manila. Someone else have to report.

Last time I was in Olongopo we (shipmate and I) were fed "chicken" by a couple of girls who got us playing pool in a bar. It would have been street vender food I think, no fancy colours like KFC etc.

But it was the biggest chicken legs I've ever seen, and the meat was dark. Was too drunk and hungry to care at the time, but the next day had decided it was probably dog. Tasted good. Could have been a large turkey by the size but it was darker and didn't taste like turkey.

Didn't get sick or howl at the moon. And yes the girls were working girls who we paired off with later.

This was about 1986.

I'm a vegetarian now but still smile about that.

[QUOTE=Funman13; 1344882]I arrived in AC three days ago. In the first 24 hours here in the Fields Ave area, I saw three separate incidents of foreigners being pickpocketed or a bag snatched by these boys who work in teams of 3 to 6 kids. The first two involved Korean-looking Asians, one had his wallet picked when he was suddenly bumped by these kids. After one boy grabbed his wallet, they all ran in separate directions and you can't tell which kid had the wallet. The second Korean had his camera bag snatched as he was getting into a trike. Again, the kids ran in separate directions. The third involved a drunken white guy who was bumped by kids who then ran. I don't think he knew his wallet was picked.

I have been to AC for many years but I have never actually witnessed these incidents. I think this problem is now rampant because the staff of the two hotels I stayed in constantly warned me against these kids. This has never happened before. So everyone heed this warning. Secure your pockets and don't take your passport, I'd card, driver's license, credit cards, etc. With you as you don't need them while in AC.[/QUOTE]I'm with my ISG wingman in AC right now, yesterday a ladyboy stole a wallet from visitor near manson drug store, started screaming at the ladyboy that took off running, funny thing tho he asked another ladyboy to help find him. Few days before that we were at phillies sports bar having drinks and this chunky young brit starts off a conversation with us, later tells us someone stole his wallet except for 1 credit card, when my wingman goes to the CR he tells me his tooth hurt cause of a lost filling, I was ready to leave cause I couldn't stand the beggar scammer, then asked if he could bar hop with us, lmao

[QUOTE=Bowel Movement;1345265]Having read the varying viewpoints, I still can't find a reason to stray from my original theme: the only thing worth eating in the Fils is the pussy.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the practical advice Bowel Movement. LOL.

I have to confer with Sky Ryder. The Filipino food from the open cantinas is excellent, cheap and (so far) non-hazardous. I always find it weird and a bit scary when Westerner's insist our cuisine is superior to the local fare. I would imagine a lot of the easy-on-the-eye Western food prepared and served at the more 'reputable' places along the strip will kill you quicker than a serving of the Filipino classic grilled dog and gruel. The salt content alone in the tuna sandwich at Margarita Station is enough to put the most hardened 250 Ib pussy-warrior in the local ER.

[QUOTE=Strickjb; 1344457]Gents I have a problem.

I arrive Manila in mid-December and have about 48 hours solo before I have to head south to meet up with family. What to do? Stay in Manila, which I am familiar with, and tear it up? Was last there in 2010. Or head to Angeles? Or even Subic? Haven't been to either since my Navy days but have good memories!

Suggestions? Recommendations? Help me out here. Wish I had this dilemma all the time!

JB.

*will also post this on the AC and Subic threads.[/QUOTE]I prefer AC, everthing is centrally located and very reasonalable prices, you do waste 3 to 4 hours round trip from MNL, totally worth it on the travel time when in AC cause most bars is next to each other or few mins trike ride. Go to R & B music club with 2 cover bands playing 7 days a week, ask for Joseph the manager if you don't like where your seated, tell him you know blah blah sent ya LOL He might kick people out of the VIP sections next to the stage, also the hottie band singers engage your celebrity status if thats where you want to sit, don't be cheap and payup if you sit in the VIP areas cause if you were, you could be asked to move. LOL Going to the CR the attendant will put his 2 hands on your shoulders when using the urnal. Lmao

[QUOTE=GuyLuvsParty;1345343]Going to the CR the attendant will put his 2 hands on your shoulders when using the urnal. Lmao[/QUOTE]An aside so I apologize in advance to the AC purists. I was at the Emperor club in Yangon a few years ago when I witnessed the attendant in the restroom actually hold a Chinese guys dick for him while he lit a cigarette and pissed. Now that's what I call service!

Yea, I was there in 80. I remember we called the local bbq "monkey meat", but it was chicken. What was that drink they used to concoct. Mojo comes to mind, but my memory has been softened by age and large quantities of unhealthy substances. LOL.

[QUOTE=VaderBule; 1345326]Last time I was in Olongopo we (shipmate and I) were fed "chicken" by a couple of girls who got us playing pool in a bar. It would have been street vender food I think, no fancy colours like KFC etc.

But it was the biggest chicken legs I've ever seen, and the meat was dark. Was too drunk and hungry to care at the time, but the next day had decided it was probably dog. Tasted good. Could have been a large turkey by the size but it was darker and didn't taste like turkey.

Didn't get sick or howl at the moon. And yes the girls were working girls who we paired off with later.

This was about 1986.

I'm a vegetarian now but still smile about that.[/QUOTE]

I know I've said this before, but given the new discussion about the local food, I couldn't resist reiterating my opinion that Filipino food is about the worst, least edible and thoroughly disagreeable that I've ever experienced. Unless you enjoy heaping doses of salt and sugar mixed with otherwise tasteless, overcooked crap, I see no reason to eat it. Ever.

GE

[QUOTE=X Man;1345374]What was that drink they used to concoct.[/QUOTE]Would that be tuba?