Three Places to Love in Baguio

Baguio city is an icon among local Filipino travelers as it provides respite from the heat of the city. And in this charming, American-built district, there are three quaint places I would love to visit again:

1) Oh My Gulay - To my big surprise, in the middle of the bustling Session Road is an artist's haven that serves vegetable-centric food. Built by Baguio's iconic filmmaker and activist, Kidlat Tahimik, there is a dining area here over-looking the city, a very nice place to spend a lazy afternoon.

2) Bliss Cafe - located inside Hotel Elizabeth, this place is not exactly easy to find. But it is worth the trip.  A vegetarian restaurant, the owner's philosophy are best reflected in its eclectic interiors and its special dishes.

3) Cafe by the Ruins - This for me is my hands-down favorite. With their brown rice, hot chocolate drink, camote bread and everything else, one meal per day is spent right here when I'm in Baguio.