Counter the summer languor: 5 ways to cool down with Stay Up Espresso Bar

The onset of rain showers and the lingering summer heat in June can often leave us feeling lethargic and unmotivated. However, there’s a delightful solution to counter both the heat and laziness: an iced espresso drink from Stay Up Espresso Bar.

With a refreshing menu of espresso-based beverages which have iced variants, this newly opened café in Kapitolyo, Pasig is the perfect spot to chill out and enjoy a rejuvenating coffee experience during the last days of summer.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
About Stay Up Espresso Bar

Located along United Street in Kapitolyo, Pasig, Stay Up Espresso Bar boasts neat and cozy interiors with a minimalist aesthetic. It offers a welcoming space for coffee lovers to work remotely, find moments of leisurely solitude, or gather with family and friends while indulging in their favorite brews which are all freshly made upon order, handcrafted from roasted select local beans.

Before setting up their café in Kapitolyo, Stay Up Espresso Bar initially opened a to-go coffee bar in Las Piñas and a convenient grab-and-go outlet in Katipunan.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
5 ways to chill out while perking up at Stay Up Espresso

There are so many ways to pass the time here at Stay Up Espresso Bar, and best of all, you can do these while enjoying an iced espresso-based beverage, such as:

Wakey Bakey (Hazelnut)

Start your refreshing coffee journey with the Wakey Bakey iced espresso drink. Infused with the delightful flavor of hazelnut, this beverage provides a balanced blend of sweetness and the rich, robust notes of espresso. Sip on it while working remotely, and let the aromatic hazelnut aroma fuel your creativity.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar

Awaken (Breve, Espresso, and White Chocolate)

For a decadent treat, try the Awaken iced espresso drink. Combining the smoothness of breve, the boldness of espresso, and the creamy sweetness of white chocolate, this beverage is a delightful wake-up call for your taste buds. Indulge in it while learning a new skill such as pottery, and let the foamy texture and rich flavors spark lively conversations. (And yes, Stay Up Espresso Bar collaborates with other establishments such as Reine’s Pottery to bring fresh experiences like Coffee & Clay pottery classes to its patrons.)

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar

Hello Good Morning (White Chocolate Mocha)

If you’re seeking a luxurious pick-me-up, the Hello Good Morning iced espresso drink is a must-try. Made with white chocolate mocha, this beverage offers a velvety texture and a harmonious blend of sweetness and espresso. Grab a seat, enjoy a moment of solitude, and pair it with a good book or some journaling to kickstart your day on a serene note.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar

Up All Night (Café Latte)

When you’re in need of an energizing yet comforting drink, the Up All Night iced espresso drink is the ideal choice. With a classic combination of steamed milk and espresso topped with frothed milk, this beverage provides a smooth and velvety texture along with a bold espresso kick. Savor it while catching up on your favorite novel or engaging in a relaxed conversation with your loved ones.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar

Off to Mars (Affogato)

For a unique twist, the Off to Mars iced affogato is an absolute must-try. Combining the indulgence of generous dollops of vanilla ice cream with the refreshing chill of iced espresso, this beverage is a delightful journey to another world of flavors. Enjoy it as you unwind while listening to a relaxing playlist or simply appreciate the serene ambiance of Stay Up Espresso Bar.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar

As the summer days wind down, there’s no better way to cool down and perk up than with an invigorating iced espresso drink at Stay Up Espresso Bar. So, head over to this charming café in Kapitolyo, Pasig, and savor the last days of summer while powering up with a freshly made brew.

Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar
Stay Up Espresso Bar

Stay Up Espresso Bar is located at 16 United Street, Barangay Kapitolyo, Pasig City, open Tuesdays to Sundays from 8am to 10pm. For inquiries, contact +63 905 3935274.

Know more about its menu and offers by following Stay Up Espresso Bar on Facebook and Instagram.

Ultimate Christmas Treats – Ben’s Cookies

Looking for a way to spread the holiday cheer?

How about gifting your nears-and-dears with a box of Ben’s Cookies?

Ben’s Cookies

From its beginnings in 1983 as a stall in UK’s Oxford Covered Market, Ben’s Cookies have extended its reach to the Philippines when it opened its first store in The Podium Mall in July 2019, followed by branches in SM Mall of Asia and SM Megamall. It brought with its those signature palm-sized pieces of moist and chewy delights made with chunks – not chips – of premium chocolate, unsalted butter, wheat flour, fresh eggs, cane sugar and nuts, all freshly baked everyday.

Ben’s Cookies

Ben’s Cookies is the brainchild of cookbook writer and chocoholic Helge Rubinstein who named the business after her son.

Ben’s Cookies

With such a history, we can say that each cookie is made with love. Check out some of its cookie creations:

Milk Chocolate Chunk. The chocolate chip cookie may be the grandaddy of all modern cookies but this one may be considered The Godfather because of its heft.

Ben’s Cookies
Ben’s Cookies

Dark Chocolate Chunk. The Milk Chocolate Chunk’s darker and more sophisticated cousin, perfect for dark chocolate lovers.

Ben’s Cookies
Ben’s Cookies

White Chocolate Chunk. A more delicate version of the Milk Chocolate Chunk, this is a cookie you reach for if you want a break from the usual.

Ben’s Cookies
Ben’s Cookies

Double Chocolate and Nut. This baby’s got twice the chocolate goodness, further enhanced by the addition of crunchy walnuts.

Ben’s Cookies
Ben’s Cookies

Speculoos Cookie. To end all speculation, this cookie brings the spiced and nutty sweetness you crave for.

Ben’s Cookies
Ben’s Cookies

Other cookie variants include: Double Chocolate Chunk, Triple Chocolate Chunk, White Chocolate Chunk and Macadamia, Orange & Milk Chocolate Chunk, Praline & Milk Chocolate Chunk, Lemon, Cranberry & White Chocolate Chunk, Oatmeal & Raisin, Peanut and Milk Chocolate, and Fruit & Nut.

These cookies are available by the piece at Php90 each, or by the box (Buy 5 and get 2 free at Php450 or Buy 10 and get 5 free at Php900) or by the tin (4 pieces at Php495 or 8 pieces at Php835).

Ben’s Cookies

Go ahead and spread some sweetness and good cheer by giving out these yummies to fam and friends.

Ben’s Cookies

To get your Ben’s Cookies, drop by any of its stores:

  • Ground Floor, The Podium, ADB Avenue, Ortigas, Mandaluyong City
  • Second Floor, Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong City
  • Ground Floor, Main Mall, SM Mall of Asia, Mall of Asia Complex (MOA), Pasay City

You can also call +63 917 5267711 or order online.

The Jelly List: Cookies for Christmas!

Whether for personal enjoyment or for gifting to loved ones, cookies are this season’s ultimate treats. Have your sweet bits of joy from enterprising bakers delivered right to your doorstep!

Christmas is just around the corner, foodies!

Who would have thought that the COVID19- caused craziness would last until the end of the year?

Keep your chins up, though. There’s still hope of better things to come.

MDJ Cookies

In the meantime, give yourself reasons to smile by indulging in sweet bits of decadence: cookies, of course!

From their origins in 7th century Persia, their resurgence in the New World in the 17th century, to their domination of the global dessert scene, cookies have grown to become the sweet indulgence of choice foodies worldwide.

If you’re a cookie lover, you’d be happy to know that you won’t have to travel far or even leave home to get your just desserts. You can simply order from these online bakeshops and have your cookies delivered to you.

1. Sugar Creations by Alex

Satisfy your cookie cravings with these pretty confections, particularly that potent combination of cookie and S’mores in pastry: the smookie!

Sugar Creations by Alex

Sugar Creations by Alex

To order, call +63 988 5447945, or send a message via Instagram or Facebook.

2. Inang Charing Cakes and Pastries

I’ve sung praises for Inang Charing’s Triple-Flavored Cheesecake and Strawberry Shortcake in previous posts. However, it also offers a Salted White Chocolate Caramel Cookie that boasts of complex flavors and textures.

Inang Charing

Inang Charing

To order, send a message via Instagram or Facebook.

3. MDJ Cookies

Cookies can feel like warm hugs that you can eat. At least, that’s what MDJ Cookies strive to be. Get yourself a Loaded Crinkle and you’ll agree that it comes pretty close!

MDJ Cookies

MDJ Cookies

To order, send a message via Instagram or Facebook.

4. Extra Butter

Sometimes, bigger is better! With a palm-sized cookie from Extra Butter, like its fully loaded Double Chocolate Milk, there’ll be a lot of cookie goodness to go around.

Extra Butter

Extra Butter

To order, fill up this form.

5. Kica Bites

Fancy a return to the homey goodness of an all-time favorite cookie? Grab a piece of Kica Bites’ Original Chocolate Chip and enjoy the sugary buzz.

Kica Bites

Kica Bites

To order, fill up this form.

6. Bake Boss

Cookies do help in spreading the joy of the season. Take Bake Boss’ chewy and buttery Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, for example, which is perfect to serve to the little ones along with a glass of milk to elicit a few smiles.

Bake Boss

Bake Boss

To order, send a message via Instagram.

7. Casa Bakes

Christmas is a season for celebration and your cookies can be part of the cheery mood. Get yourself a monster-sized Birthday Cake Cookie and enjoy the festive combination of white chocolate and colorful sprinkles.

Casa Bakes by Kayla

Casa Bakes by Kayla

To order, send a message via Instagram.

Given the variety of cookie options available this holiday season, you can easily treat yourself and your loved ones with yummy cookie creations. By ordering from these enterprising bakers, not only will you be sating your cookie cravings, you will also be supporting small businesses and the dreams of their owners.

And that’s a sweet thought, isn’t it?

Bake Boss

Happy holidays, foodies!

Photo credit: header image by Jennifer Pallian on Unsplash

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