When in Baguio...

When Dan broke the news that he was being transferred to Baguio from Dagupan (his territory for more than 5 years), I initially shrugged off the idea. We have been struggling with our "distance issue" for two years and this transfer is not helping. However, instead of sulking, I tried to see the brighter side of it --- I will have the chance to rediscover Baguio when it's my turn to come and visit him if his schedule will not allow him to come home.

Baguio, despite its transformation from a quiet mountain town to a highly urbanized city, still remains endearing and mystical. It is modern in every sense but at its very core, Baguio has not forgotten its rich culture and history.

Years ago, every time I had the chance to go up to Baguio, I did the mandatory activities that every tourist is expected to do. Think: Burnham, The Mansion, Wright Park, Mines View, etc. Baguio definitely has more to offer. When Dan accepted his new work assignment, we vowed to rediscover Baguio one place at a time.

I will start with dining places that you will not find anywhere else but in Baguio. These restaurants started out in this city and through word of mouth have been patronized by tourists coming to Baguio. Trying them out gives us a break from the usual fare that fastfood and franchise restaurants offer. Here is my partial list. Partial, because I know, there will be more...


Forest House
16 Loakan Rd Camp John Hay, Baguio

Choco-late de Batirol
Igorot Park, Camp John Hay, Baguio

Backyard Baguio
92 Upper General Luna Road, Baguio