Kapehan Sang Silay, Bacolod

October 2013

Doc M and I had a trip to Bacolod last October 2013. I was already able to blog a summary of our trip as well as Trattoria Uma, but haven't really zoomed in to the details of our Bacolod food trip.

One of the places that's being recommended by other bloggers is the Kapehan Sang Silay, which, from the name itself is in Silay City, Bacolod. 

From Bacolod, Doc M and I rode a jeepney going there. It's been more than a year so I can't remember the signage on the jeep. Although it won't be difficult because you can ask around and people would be willing to let you know. We sat beside the driver so we didn't have much difficulty letting him know that we'd alight Silay City. 

The jeepney stopped right in front of Kapehan Sang Silay that's why we didn't have difficulty going there. It was over lunch time already and we were the only customers when we entered. The ambiance wasn't as welcoming as I have expected, but it wasn't a bad place either. 

I ordered 2 cups of coffee for us, and 2 ibos as it was the only suman available during our visit. 

Silay Native Coffee

(with evaporated milk)

I love coffee, but am not an expert when it comes to taste. The Silay native coffee tasted like a regular one for me, but was made special because of the place where I was having it. It's also the same coffee being sipped by several generations already. Combining it with evaporated milk is something that I like as well.

Native Coffee with Evaporated Milk
(P14.00)

Suman sa Ibos
(with Muscovado Sugar)

Same as the one we usually get from Antipolo, this particular suman is dependent on the sugar, honey, syrup, milk, or whatever sweetener it's being served with.

For Kapehan, they serve it with Muscovado sugar, which gives it a healthier twist. I also like anything muscovado so it was really good for me.

At P6.00 per piece, what else could go wrong?

Suman sa Ibos with Muscovado Sugar
(P6.00)

Below are photos of how it looks like inside and from the outside: 

Interior of the Local Cafe

Exterior View of the Cafe

Whenever you're visiting Bacolod, it's a must to drop by Silay City. Going to Silay then won't be complete without getting a cup of coffee at Kapehan Sang Silay. It is like sipping a hot cup of the city's history!