The Vikings are known to be the Norse seafarers hailed from their lands in Scandinavia. These are the countries in the northern European region, such as Norway, Sweden and Denmark, and often includes Iceland and Finland. Various literature, when compiled together, suggest that the Vikings have a very diverse cuisine, with lots of food and ingredients. They eat fish, seafood, meat, vegetables, cereals, milk products, fruits, and sweet, to name a few. In fact, the English often describe the Vikings as gluttonous. When they eat, they definitely eat in abundance.
If you ask me, I imagine a Viking eating a feast and does not scrimp on food. Thus, it is just apt that when you like to enjoy a banquet at a reasonable price, Vikings Luxury Buffet is the place to go. So, how do you make the most of your visit and what are the great ways to eat like a Viking?
1.) Survey the area
They say there is an art and science when it comes to enjoying a buffet meal. I used to be Asst. Vice President of a major hotel and had the privilege to avail of the free buffet in the hotel’s restaurant. I would normally sit in a corner and watch diners how they would make the most of the buffet offerings. There were those who would spend a few minutes just scouring the area, looking at the various displays in every food station. If you are out to go to war against food, take to heart Sun Tzu’s Art of War and see which ones you have to attack first. But seriousness aside, just enjoy the view of all the food as you check on what is being offered.
2.) Sample all stations
You can devote all your time and effort on a station you love to most, but don’t miss the opportunity to try the rest. If you are a first-timer in Vikings SM City Bacolod, here are some of the stations that you can enjoy: Japanese, Chinese, Shabu-Shabu, Filipino, Malatang, Mexican corner, Korean, Grill, Italian kitchen, Carving, Appetizer, Salad, Bread, Drinks, and Desserts.
3.) Take small portions
In order for you to indulge in a variety of food, just take small portions of almost everything. While in a regular restaurant you get to have full servings of one or two dishes, the benefit of a buffet is you get the freedom to have all the assortment of food being displayed. And though in the real sense of the word, a Viking would eat in large quantities, our Filipino physiology may not be wired for such, so compensate on variety so you get to eat more than the usual. So, take advantage of this privilege and be a real Viking when it comes to having a diverse cuisine. It’s just strategy, baby.
4.) Get food one plate at a time
You’ll never run out of food so don’t take everything and put them on your table to turn cold. Just fill a plate and eat it. When you’re done, take another plate and get what you like. Treat it as exercise and burn a few of the food you have already consumed but the wisdom really behind this is that if you just leave food at the station and return for your share, food may still be warm.
5.) Give it a break
Whenever you have finished a plate, take a short breather to prepare yourself for your next serving. A brief break from all those food consumption will leave you time for another plate.
6.) Dine in good company
It is more appetizing to eat in the company of family of friends. You enjoy mealtime more compared to dining all by yourself. It makes eating a bonding moment and a more enjoyable experience.
7.) Take advantage of promos
Vikings always run special promos for different occasions. Take for instance this coming season when many students graduate from their class. The class of 2016 (Graduates of Kindergarten, Elementary, High School, and College: Bachelor, Master or Doctor’s Degree) can enjoy a free buffet in Vikings SM City Bacolod from March 15, 2016 to May 31, 2016 as long as they bring a proof that they graduated this year: diploma, graduation photo, or graduation program with the graduate’s name/ceremony invitation (all supported by school ID); and along with three paying guests as companions.
Vikings has even added a Graduation Special Menu with 12 new dishes in its buffet offerings for this special promo period.
8.) Enjoy and celebrate
While these tips may be helpful to you, and you may even find more tips to add here, the best thing to do is to just enjoy the whole experience and celebrate your time being in Vikings.
Vikings Bacolod is located at the Ground Floor of the North Wing of SM City Bacolod, Rizal Street, Bacolod City. For reservations, contact 034-431-3888, 034-431-4888 or 0998-988-3888, 0917-846-6888. For more information and updates, visit the Vikings SM City Bacolod Facebook page.
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