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Monday, March 4, 2013

EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST CLUB GIVEAWAY!

Yes, I am indeed holding a jar of bacon. 

           I could safely say that my love for breakfast food - particularly bacon- has reached legendary status. I get tagged on Facebook or mentioned on Twitter about bacon related subjects on a near-daily basis, by friends and complete strangers. And you know what's funny? I read every single one of those posts like it was a Greek epic. 

       Imagine how I felt when I found out that a restaurant dedicated to serving breakfast food opened up at The Fort Strip. Probably the same way you felt.. I must go there STAT! (Sorry, Rina was just watching Grey's Anatomy last night)

      Upon hearing that The Early Bird Breakfast Club had recently opened its doors, I got the feeling that this restaurant was conceptualized specifically for someone like me. I am the embodiment of an "Early Bird", with waking up early not being a problem for me. I am also notoriously "Antukin".. By around 10pm i'm constantly yawning and dazed, which is precisely why you'd probably never see me at a bar or one of them so called "Super Clubs" (I'm an old Fogey, I know). Whenever Rina and I dine out, it's usually on a Saturday or Sunday morning (Not so traffic and you're guaranteed parking.. makes perfect sense, right?).

       In other words, I truly am the Ultimate "Early Bird" (No double entendre, promise). 



          Walking through the doors, you get the feeling that the very essence that Early Bird Breakfast Club wants to invoke, is that you your mornings should start off with a smile, as in will carry you throughout your entire day. From the vibrant colors on the walls, to the warm smiles of the Staff, and the savory smell of cooked meats swirling through the air, no matter how foul your mood may be it's virtually impossible to go there without feeling a smile slowly breaking out. 


            Adorned on the side wall, is a stunning floor to ceiling mural that's extremely soothing on the eyes.. There is a certain tranquility to it, that makes you think you could spend the entire day here with a good book or to sit down and write.  



          Rina loved the Early Bird Signature Iced Tea (P125). She's a fan of drinks that don't have strong flavors.. Subtle enough to tickle the taste buds without being overwhelming at the same time. It had a nice hint of citrus that complimented its natural sweetness. 


          As soon as I found out from my blogger friend/idol (nax) TalesfromTheTummy that The Early Bird Breakfast Club had Bacon Twists (285), (Something that they didn't have yet during my first visit), I dropped everything I was doing and sped off to The Fort (My boss was wondering where I went in the middle of our meeting. Oh well.). 

     In theory, this was a fantastic idea. But execution wise, I think it still needed a little bit more work. Think about it: Rolled up strips of baked Bacon, with a side of Vermont Maple Syrup as a dip.. What's not to like? 

     The flavor of the bacon was delicious, as bacon tends to be. However I did notice that it was extremely leaner than I had liked it to have been. But that's fine, it was still bacon, so by default it was yummy. The problem was that it was a little but too chewy for my liking (What's English for "Makunat"?). I think if I got this fresher, it would have made a world of a difference. 

(Note: We took it home to Rina's dad and he devoured it immediately.. So it's possible that i'm just really finicky when it comes to my bacon hehe)


        Something that caught my attention was the Adobo Sunrise (P315), which is their version of Adobo Flakes, topped over Early Bird's Breakfast Rice, surrounded by omelet strips. There wasn't anything about this dish that I didn't love.

       First off, the Breakfast Rice: I loved it. It's sort of like a breakfast yang chow, that has just the right amount of flavor that won't overpower the main dish, but compliment it fully. 


       Secondly, the Adobo Flakes. I loved it. They didn't give me a "serving" of Adobo Flakes as much as they did a pile so high, that it required mountaineering skills to scale. It was toasted perfectly, so that it doesn't taste like it was burnt, as some Adobo Flakes tend to do. It had the right amount of acid from the vinegar on it, letting the flavor of the meat become the primary attraction of the dish. 

      I love dishes wherein all I need is one spoon to eat it, and after mashing up all the flakes into the rice, this was the epitome of "comfort food".


           Rina has a fondness for Risotto, so it was pretty much a given that she'd be ordering the Chorizo and Mushroom Risotto (P465). The contrasting flavors of creaminess and acid work together nicely, to create an extremely filling dish. The Chorizo was the real deal. The thin slices were packed with flavor that coated the risotto, giving it a tangy punch. 

       The dish was topped off with a Parmigiano Reggiano, giving it another level of flavor.


               If you want breakfast for the big boys, I strongly suggest you order the Early Bird Full English (P495). This behemoth would put IHOP'S Breakfast Sampler platter to absolute shame. This was a platter for people who take their breakfast seriously. The meal starts with two strips of bacon, which, like the twists, has great flavor, but is a bit leaner than I would have preferred (If I'm going to eat bacon, I accept the fact that it's going to have fat in it). Part of the dish is a juicy English Banger that has a wonderful blend of pepper and herbs, that make even more delicious. The sides include hash potatoes, which is more like breakfast potatoes 


         When you're at Early Bird Breakfast Club, you might not want to miss out on their Signature pancakes. The Early Bird Signature Pancakes (P325) is a short stack of fluffy pancakes drizzled with a generous drizzling of Chocolate syrup, and powdered sugar. On the side are some unique fruit infused cream butters that works perfectly with the Vermont Maple Syrup. 


          Another sweet treat that you should try is the French Toast Fondue (P215). Tasty Strips of French Toast, served with three different types of dips.. Chocolate, Cinnamon and Maple Syrup. (My favorite is the cinnamon). It's absolutely delicious! 


              The people behind Early Bird Breakfast Club know what the most important meal of the day is all about. With all the hype IHOP is getting for its breakfast fare, this nice little nook at The Fort must not be overlooked. 



                  Baby Rain and I even got to meet the lovely owner, Ellen, who generously donated some GC's for a little giveaway from EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST CLUB! 

          Get a chance to win Gift Certificates for an order of their Signature Pancakes and two orders of French Toast Fondue! 


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102 comments:

  1. those pancakes!

    I'm Alice San Esteban.
    sanestebanalicegrefal@gmail.com

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  2. Those Bacon and Cheddar Frittata and Signature Pancakes are to die for!! :)

    Rizza Salas
    rheez19@yahoo.com

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  3. The Early Bird Full English looks sublime. Anything pancakes also makes my mouth salivate.

    Alston Cue
    toncue@yahoo.com

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  4. the Early Bird Full English looks yum, i'd like to try this:)

    Carmencita Watkins
    carmen.watkins11@yahoo.com.ph

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  5. nutella cheesecake and early bird signature PANCAKES! please!! STAT! :)

    maridel totanes
    madhel_02 @ yahoo.com

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  6. Early Bird Signature Pancakes!!!!!!!!

    Camille Solis
    camillesolis@gmail.com

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  7. i'm excited about adobo sunrise! i haven't tried adobo flakes yet..=)

    chilzen mae cao
    nezlihc_eam@yahoo.com

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  8. im excited to try the bacon twists!! :)
    sandrine chanto
    sandrine.lieze@yahoo.com

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  9. Early Bird Signature Pancakes!


    Shashi Nebrija
    shobe720@yahoo.com

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  10. Margaret S. Chan
    compromise88@yahoo.com

    I'm excited to try the Early Bird full English it look delicious and feeling

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  11. I definitely want to try the Early Bird Signature Pancakes! Drool-worthy! :D

    Czedric Sanchez
    sanchezczed@gmail.com

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  12. What dish are you excited to try from Early Bird Breakfast Club? The Early Bird Full English looks so yummy!

    Lesley Anne Yu
    cutielesley8@yahoo.com

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  13. I will be honest, I already ate here around 3 times already because it was just that awesome. Anyway, I would like to try their eggs benedict and maybe their choco banana berry french toast.

    jr del rosario
    bebeje_delrosario@yahoo.com.ph

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  14. I'm excited to try their French Toast Fondue!

    Charmaine Muya
    mainepot@yahoo.com

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  15. Steak and Hash!

    Theresa Cruz-Escaros
    drterecruz@yahoo.com

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  16. Robert Jonathan Chan
    robertjonathanchan88@yahoo.com

    I Like to try their Adobo Sunrise.

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  17. I'd like to try the French Toast Fondue

    joanne christine perez
    ckmm20@yahoo.com

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  18. I will have Lemon Butter Bangus, Viva Longganisa, Choco Banana Berry French Toast please.
    Oh, and Nutella Hot Chocolate, too.
    :)
    Leticia Co
    laidco@pchome.com.tw

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  19. I'm excited for the Bacon Twist cause I love bacon so much

    Charissa Chan
    chancharissa@yahoo.com

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  20. I would like to try the Early Bird Full English
    Abigail Sy
    gaylesy38@yahoo.com

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  21. The dishes are so yummy! I would love to try the Signature Pancakes paired with Nutella Hot Chocolate. How's that for sweetness?

    Rose D.
    shaygirl_rose@yahoo.com

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  22. early bird signature PANCAKES and the adobo flakes!

    sherry ann gole cruz
    khryza1022@yahoo.com

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  23. Im excited to try this delicious meals,
    1. Early Bird Full English
    2. The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich
    3. Bacon and Cheddar Frittata

    Francis Falucho
    cloudz_strife08@yahoo.com.ph

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  24. Definitely the Sunny Salpicao and the French Toast Fondue! :0



    -Krys Roxas
    jkroxas@yahoo.com

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  25. I would love to try the Peanut Butter and Caramel French Toast.

    Marlene R. Yanga
    marlenerivera31@yahoo.com

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  26. I would likt to try the Bacon Twsists! I'm curious how it would taste with the Vermont Maple Syrup... it sounds so delicious! I'm also a bacon fan here! Great we have more breakfast places now!

    Cathrina Lim
    mylalim3@yahoo.com

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  27. Looking forward to the Adobo Sunrise

    Paula Rodillo
    p_vhanvhan(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  28. The Early Bird Signature Pancakes

    Vivian Aguilar
    vvaguilar2003(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  29. Eggs Atlantic and Adobo Sunrise! :)

    Berylle Hong
    berylle_kaye@yahoo.com

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  30. All of them or maybe just the Early Bird Full English with some French Toast Fondue :9

    Iona Lacson
    iona.lacson@yahoo.com

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  31. French Toast and the pancakes!

    Jonah Macabuhay
    jonahmacabuhay@yahoo.com

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  32. Definitely want to try the The Early Bird Signature Pancakes - that photo was absolutely drool-inducing. :)

    Christine A. Guinto
    tin(dot)amos(at)gmail(dot)com

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  33. Bacon twists!

    Camile Flores
    camile_flores@yahoo.com

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  34. Adobo sunrise and bacon twist!!!

    nicole buenaventura
    nix_isleta@yahoo.com

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  35. french toast fondue!

    cynthia henares
    cynlx@yahoo.com

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  36. I am big on breakfast so I'm excited to try the Early Bird Full English with some signature pancakes.. yum!


    mary pearl urtola
    keyk_yeye@yahoo.com

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  37. I want to try The Early Bird Signature Pancake. I just love pancakes and the chocolate syrup tops it all off

    Kimberly Camille Tiu
    purple_kimy37@yahoo.com

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  38. will try the adobo sunrise and the pancakes looks yummy cant wait

    Marjarelle Pascual
    ja_pasky@yahoo.com.ph

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  39. Early Bird Full English!
    Jose Tuason
    jorex_gamer@yahoo.com

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  40. Early Bird Full English and Adobo Sunrise! Yummy-looking! ;)

    Name: Marizza Domingo
    Email: modomingo@yahoo.com

    Thank you! :)

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  41. The Adobo Sunrise looks heavenly! <3

    Kat Manongsong
    katherinemanongsong@gmail.com

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  42. the adobo sunrise and bacon twist yum yum yum..

    Aira Cortez

    airacortez09@yahoo.com

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  43. Adobo Sunrise, too! It look so delicious!

    mary a. reana
    mary_reana@yahoo.com.ph

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  44. Ill check the Bacon and Cheddar Frittata when I visit

    Rachelle Therese F. Gonzales
    dimplesgon@yahoo.com

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  45. I want to try the nutella cheesecake and early bird signature PANCAKES!

    Khristine Marcelo
    arkeigh@yahoo.com

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  46. Adobo sunrise and french toast fondue please! :D

    Monique Morales
    shironikki@yahoo.com

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  47. i wanna try The Early Bird Signature Pancakes !

    Joel Trinidad
    joerux@gmail.com

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  48. I am curious about their Adobo Sunrise and I hope to taste them soon. :)

    Joel Baluyot
    akosijoeyboy@gmail.com

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  49. I can't wait to try The Early Bird Full English & Signature Pancakes! Those photos are making me hungry! :p

    Jennifer Cua
    jennifer_ragos_tan@yahoo.com

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  50. The Early Bird Full English! Definitely!

    Maa Reyes
    maareyes@gmail.com

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  51. I want to try the Adobo Sunrise. It looks mouth-watering and it passed your good taste.

    Carol Chan
    carolchan16@yahoo.com

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  52. I'm a HUGE fan of their Eggs Benedict and their Eggs Atlantic. Can't wait to try it again! :)

    Paulo Ocampo
    pc(dot)journeyer(at)gmail(dot)com

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  53. I want, I want, I want! :)

    Gab Alvarez
    gabalvarez@ymail.com
    @gagagabgab

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  54. I am excited to try The Early Bird Full English & Adobo Sunrise!

    Angelo Maravilla
    amaravilla@greenfield.com.ph

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  55. French Toast Fondue and Bacon Twist please!! so yummy

    joy pineda
    joypineda6262@yahoo.com

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  56. How nice naman the ambience of the resto! And the caramel cake looks sinful! I love caramel cake, natakam tuloy ako. :)

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  57. Ma.Cecilia de la Costa
    maricedelacosta@yahoo.com

    I'd like to try their French Toast Fondue dipped in cinnamon!

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  58. I want to try their Spanish Chorizo and Mushroom Risotto!! <3

    Rain Santos-Ocampo
    rainsantosocampo@yahoo.com

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  59. Like Rina, I am also very fond of risotto so the chorizo and mushroom risotto will definitely be the first dish I'd try!

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  60. I would love to try the Early Bird Full English since I'm a big fan of poached eggs. The Choco banana berry french toasts also sounds appetizing! :D

    Julie Grace Ramos
    julie.f.ramos@gmail.com

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  61. A girl could try the Early Bird Full English right?
    Rita Luz Jimeno
    charmiainza@gmail.com

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  62. Arroz caldo crunch seems interesting. And of course, Nutella cheesecake!

    Theodosia Musni
    theomusni@yahoo.com

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  63. All of them, but basically bacon, and mushroom risotto would be great.

    Julie Gonzales

    juliegper@yahoo.com

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  64. I wanna try the Bacon and Cheddar Frittata and their Nutella Cheesecake!

    Tina Elaine Resuello
    tinz_mendoza(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  65. The Bacon Twists and Signature pancakes look really interesting so I wanna try those among others. ^___^

    Lorelie Ann Bataycan
    lobataycan@gmail.com

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  66. I want to try Adobo Flakes :)

    June Real
    junereal0210@ovi.com

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  67. Early Bird Signature Pancakes

    Jim Marlon A. Macaraeg
    cyber18sg@yahoo.com

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  68. I want to try the Bacon Twist and signature pancakes
    Joehlyn Grace M Bites
    joehlynmartos@gmail.com

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  69. I want to try the Early Bird Full English.

    Girlie Camungay
    yeyecam@yahoo.com

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  70. Chorizo and Mushroom Risotto looks yummy

    Marty Flores
    marty1209@yahoo.com

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  71. Nutella Cheesecake and Bacon twist :")

    Arianne Joy Salas
    ajoysalas@yahoo.com

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  72. The dish i excited to try from Early Bird Breakfast Club is Early Bird Full English because it is delicious and Yummy! :))

    Rhozallino Ramones
    senomarj@gmail.com

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  73. The Early Bird Full English!
    Please!:)

    Chabs Esguerra
    chabs_2003@yahoo.com

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  74. I wanna try the Adobo Sunrise and Viva Longganisa!

    I love your blog entries! They way you write just makes the food seem so much better! My gf and I also have a food blog, maybe you can visit and share some tips for us on how to drive traffic towards our blog better? Thanks, man!

    Migs Alonzo
    amc.alonzo@yahoo.com
    http://kmeatsout.blogspot.com/

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  75. The Early Bird Signature Pancakes looks divine and mouth-watering.........

    jam malicdem
    jamango01 (At) gmail [dot] com

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  76. DEFINITELY the Early Bird Full English! That looks awesome :D

    Kyle Alexander C. Inton
    kyleinton@yahoo.com.ph

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  77. The Early Bird Signature Pancakes and the French Toast Fondue is my dream to try at Early Breakfast Club and I hope generous The Pickiest Eater will grant my wish

    Analaine P.Laurio
    aileen2699@yahoo.com

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  78. Signature Pancakes, for sure!
    Angela Lustre
    angelalustre@gmail.com

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  79. I'd love to try the Bacon Twistsssss! *Drools*

    CONSTANTINO, Eugene E.
    eugene0389@gmail.com

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  80. Tenderloin Tapa & Nutella Cheesecake

    Michelle "Nish" Salvatierra
    nish.salvatierra@yahoo.com

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  81. i'd love to try the Chorizo and Mushroom Risotto & the Early Bird Signature Pancakes ^_^
    Ruth Santiago
    ruthmsantiago_05@yahoo.com

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  82. I want to try their Adobo Sunrise (flakes) and Tenderloin Tapa! Definitely! Most of their fare is very good... so one by one lang muna hehe.

    Carolyn Santos
    ebaycarol@gmail.com

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  83. I'd love to try what your family tried!! :) The Early Bird Signature Pancakes, Early Bird Full English and French Toast Fondue! Your pictures look promising :D

    nico_xxviii@yahoo.com

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  84. I really, really want to try the Early Bird's Peanut Butter and Caramel French Toast! A very, very, very good combination of my favorites!

    Rizza Joy Vista
    isangtoot@yahoo.com

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  85. Those bacon twist and viva longganisa are to die for! This is really the breakfast of the champions! I cannot wait to eat here!

    Ma. Karla Beatriz Galima
    karla_galima@yahoo.com

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  86. Bacon Twist and Pancakes look awesome! Can't wait to try them!

    Feerica C. Pedregosa
    feericapedregosa@yahoo.com

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  87. I want to try Early Bird Full English! Eating like a boss. :)

    Paula Apostol
    paulabiancaph@yahoo.com

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  88. Early Bird Full English
    Brixton Lao
    ragequitbrix@yahoo.com

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  89. I would love to try your Chorizo and Mushroom Risotto version!
    This entree may seem simple to do, but it's really all in the burst of flavors.

    This will surely melt in my mouth. Yum!

    Sophie Miles Ng
    sophie_ng567@yahoo.com

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  90. I want to try their Adobo Sunrise

    jomercabrera@gmail.com
    jomer cabrera

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  91. I want to try Nutella Cheesecake!!! :)

    Nicole Frances Sy
    nicole_frances_sy@yahoo.com

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  92. Bacon Twist and Pancakes looks delicious!!

    Clarince D. Reyes
    clarincereyes@yahoo.com

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  93. I'd like to try their Signature Pancakes!

    Ma. Cecilia de la Costa
    mgdelacosta@yahoo.com

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  94. Early Bird Full English and Signature pancakes looks yummy!
    Rica Sicad
    exiewav@yahoo.com

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  95. Id love to try the Eggs Benedict and Steak & hash

    Cleng Garcia
    cleng_trese@yahoo.com

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  96. i want to try The Early Bird Signature Pancakes..looks yummy!

    arra odeza
    odeza.arra@yahoo.com

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  97. I would love to try the French Toast Fondue ♥♥♥
    Joanne Tan :)
    jotan23@yahoo.com

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  98. I want to try the Early Bird Full English or their Signature Pancakes.. looks amazing! :)

    Paul Alonzo
    kewkiekrumbs@yahoo.com

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  99. I want the early bird signature pancakes!

    Joana Villarin
    joanavillarin@gmail.com

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  100. Hungry Me!!!
    Wanna try early bird full english or signature pancakes.
    Give it to me pleasee! Ty ;)

    jhazmin14@yahoo.com

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  101. French Toast Fondue :)

    Mark Angelo Acosta
    markangelo_acosta@yahoo.com

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