I must admit, I wasn't well-informed about TWG's 50% off treat as they turn 4 this year. I did not see any advertisements or any promotional ads to get it into my radar so thank you to my friend who told me about this promo (idk how she found out about it but thank God she did!).
TWG is known for its good quality and hefty-priced tea(s). I have never attempted to try on their meals because the price just scares me a lot. So when I found out about the 50% off promo, I didn't think twice and just went for it.
The promo lasted for a week, held last Nov 14-20 (if Im not mistaken), there were not much people who knew about it so you don't have to endure long lines or long wait times to be seated. It was a breeze just like on ordinary days.
The meals and macarons were 50% off except their tea selections. And not all meals were discounted, they just have a separate anniversary menu where everything's sold at 50% off.
I went to 2 different branches for 2 consecutive days and since the anniversary menu did not have much choices, we ordered almost the same things.
We ordered almost everything on the menu but started the meal with Aviator Salad made up of pan-seared chicken supreme, romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, fresh Parmesan shavings topped with poached egg and a touch of seaweed tossed in a light spiced sauce infused with Comptoir des Indes Tea.
I liked the salad because it had different textures combined in a bowl. The poached egg made this salad more interesting, its unique texture went well with everything on the bowl. Since I went to 2 different branches, I can't help but compare how the dish looked. The one on the left looked more appealing and well-thought of than the one on the right. And to be honest, it kind of disappointed me. But anyway, it tasted the same as the first one I had so pwede na din. Magiinarte pa ba ako? HAHAHA.
The pasta was okay. It was good but nothing really exceptional about it. It's not even something I'd crave for in any ordinary day. The mains were mostly the highlight of this TWG spread. I loved everything we ordered especially the Peppercorn Chicken!!! It was just so good and sulit because the serving is really huge, it can be good for two already. the Beef Tenderloin was also a good thing to have on your tables. We chose to have ours medium-well so it was pretty good, I only had a small piece of the beef but it was totally worth breaking my diet. What's a day to enjoy unhealthy food anyway... I still have lots of time to make up for it too ? (#excuses)
Of course, desserts will always be part of the menu and will always be part of the things I wanna try in a restaurant.
We were lucky enough to be able to order their Crème Brûlée which happens to be the most in-demand dessert to-date. We also tried the 1837 Crêpe that's served with homemade berry marmalade made of raspberry, blueberry, cherry and blackcurrant infused with 1837 Black tea, served with a scoop of artisanal Vanilla Bourbon Tea ice cream. It was good but it's really sour so if you don't really enjoy sour desserts, don't go for this. The scone and macaron set were just so-so. I didn't really enjoy it. HAHA
The experience was good and I liked everything about the place - from ambiance to food. It will just be an expensive place to dine so I'm trying to set expectations with my tastebuds. Haha we need to wait another year to enjoy the meals!!!
I wonder what discounts they'd offer when they turn 5.?
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