Subspace Encountered

I've been holding on to this blog post for a time already because I sO wanted to combine this with a related feature of a store I've been dying to visit. And so I did... all because good things are worth waiting for. Agree? 

Very well, while I try to justify my laziness *haha* feast your eyes with these creatively peculiar work of art and uniquely crafted furnitures found inside a one-of-a-kind coffee shop in a small corner in Ortigas - Subspace.

If this is not the first time you've heard about Subspace, good for you, because Subspace is truly a must-visit, must-try, coffee experience.

I've been reading a lot about Subspace coffee before from other blogs and so I've been planning and wanting to visit this place but never got the chance. Then, on one sunny afternoon, while I'm out and about in Ortigas trying to find a place where I will be meeting with a potential client, guess what I stumbled upon - Alleluia - it's Subspace! Like, God was really pointing me to the right direction because he knew I needed a boost of caffeine in my body *lol* (just exaggerating). 

The place was smaller than I expected it to be but the artistry of it and its coffee did not disappoint.

I'm a self-confessed coffee addict, like running without caffeine in my blood for a day is like not drinking water for a week. (okay, exaggerating again but I'm just really that mad about coffee) I was pretty amazed and confused, both at the same time, when I looked at their menu. Amazed because their coffee offerings are not the usual. Confused because I'm a creature of habit and so I didn't know what to order. After about 10 minutes starring at their menu in utter confusion, I went for their best recommendation - Hot Purple Potato Latte - just to try something new since I'm in a new place. 

I didn't know what to expect exactly, and then this cute little cat surprised me *meow* courtesy of Subspace coffee artist.

I didn't want to kill the art but I had to drink my coffee, my body was just begging for it... So, I swirled the cutesy cat away then this creamy froth just excited me even more. Since I had no idea how the Hot Purple Potato Latte will taste, I had to take few breaths before taking a sip. (Isn't it obvious that I'm some kind of a control freak too? - Again, creature of habit) *haha* 

Verdict? Yummy. And I bet this tastes good over ice too... I'll try that next time after trying their Peanut Butter Latte, Dark Choco Mint Latte...(and the list goes on) Oh, and they have awesome milk tea creations too! Gotta try that also.  

As mentioned, my "space" adventure did not end there because I also made it a point to visit Subspace's brother, Space Encounters - a custom-made furniture shop for out-of-the-box accent pieces that can turn every empty space an artsy livable one.   

Space Encounters is just a few steps away from the coffee shop so if you're already in the area, do check it out. It's just unfortunate that the place was undergoing renovation so I didn't see much of their usual displays but what they had in store was enough to take my breath away. 

Come to think of it, if I were to do a line up of careers I would have considered before given the exposure that I have now, if only I can go back to college? Interior Design would definitely be in my consideration. If only I heard the cry of "ART" calling me when I was dead set wanting to become a lawyer (surprising huh?) *sigh* 

Oh well, there's a reason for everything and I am just glad that the turn of events led me back to my true passion - Art, Design, Fashion, Events, Travel, and believe it or not Marketing. As my FB status said a few weeks ago, if I can have the best of all worlds, why not?

The Furniture Menu

Subspace Coffee House

GF Grand Emerald Tower, F. Ortigas Jr. Road

Ortigas Center, Pasig City

Space Encounters

Unit B Mezzanine, Padilla Building

F. Ortigas Jr. Road

Ortigas Center, Pasig City

E: info@spaceencounters.net

xoxo

The Clueless Mrs.

A Slice of Heaven

It usually takes me to be in a relaxing cafe ambiance and a grande cup of coffee to inspire me to write. Well, no wonder I've been gaining weight with all the sugar bombs I have consumed when the craving for frappes hit me. But for this blog post, I don't need any coz the look and taste of these pastries can already satisfy every bit of craving in my body for a sumptuous snack. 

Because I'm a proud carbs-lover, there's no shame in drooling over this dense and moist Raisin Bread with chockfull of raisins and a hint of cinnamon that hits the sweet spot for an ultimate foodgasm. Spank it with butter and I promise, you'll want more. *lol* (my own words just made me laugh)

The Banana Bread, on the other hand, is filled with the sweet goodness of ripe fruit,  both perfect partners for breakfast, midday snacks, and steaming cups of freshly brewed coffee or tea. *hmmmm*

You might be wondering where I got these baked goodies I've been munching over the past few days because they're so big that can't simply be devoured at one sitting. Well, those familiar need not plan a whole trip to Baguio city because Baguio Country Club, famous for their trademark treats like these two pastry delights, has finally brought their goodies here in Manila and are now made available at Heaven & Eggs, Glorietta 4. Baked fresh daily at 2am, these are rushed down right away via the new highways from the city of pines to arrive in Makati every morning at 6am, allowing breakfast, dessert, and snack aficionados to have their fill of these pastries before they go about their day. Supplies run out fast and get sold out by lunchtime, but Heaven & Eggs has bread lovers covered as a second shipment sometimes arrives in the shop in the afternoon.

Raisin Bread fanatic and loyal Baguio Country Club Raymond Ilusorio Yap shares, "The Raisin Bread is very special and can only be made in Baguio. The secret is Baguio's atmosphere that gives it just the right amount of fresh air and humidity. It's just not possible to bake it moist the same somewhere else. So I found a way to share my favorite breakfast everyday in Manila. Credit is due to new and fast vehicle engines that can make the 250km trip daily."

Infectious huh?!? Have a taste of Baguio's best from the city below heaven and above the clouds, visit Heaven & Eggs, located at the ground floor of Glorietta 4, Ayala Center, Makati for a slice of heaven you'll definitely come back for again and again. 

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

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