Kalami Cebu! - A Gastronomic Guide to Cebu

Since the 90's, cafes have increased in numbers alongside the internet dependence of Filipinos.  The cafe phenomenon started with internet cafes, then early this century, big branded coffee shops like Starbuck's started to dominate the local scene. Now, cafes are known for "expensive" coffee and calorie-rich offerings. I rarely have a decent meal at a cafe and that is where Candiez Cafe is different.

When it comes to quick meals and desserts, one of my personal go-to places is Zucre Pastry Shop.The modest dessert place is located at the  2nd Floor of the bustling City Times Square in Mandaue City.  It is being managed by a young entrepreneur who intends to be one of the best cake makers in the metropolis in the years to come. I have been to Zucre several times already and I have listed my 8 favorite specialties of the cake shop/cafe.

Zucre has been one of my favorite dessert shops here in Cebu and one of their best-selling cakes is the Brownie-Layered Cheesecake.  A delicious semi-acidic cheesecake being sandwiched in between two brownie layers makes a balanced and dulcet dessert. The cake goes so well with some hot coffee or tea.  It is a perfect cake to eat while spending an afternoon chatting with friends or working on reports.