No Classes Today!

While I watched late news last night. It reported that today is officially declared no classes due to typhoon Igme which I think is a blah! I guess, it's more about the SONA (State of the nation address) of the president which will be held later. For the anticipation of PAG-ASA of supposedly bad weather. They're wrong again. What's new? They are always like that. Yeah, it's raining but it's a tropical country. I guess, a little rain every now and then is still normal. Unlike yesterday, there is no strong winds blowing, heavy rains and even the temperature is not that cold.

Foodshot Sundays - Nanay Claring's Spaghetti

Taken a few months back, Nanay Claring, a family friend, prepared this spaghetti during merienda time when we visited her at Tagaytay City. She's the owner of Villa Apolinario Private Resort. If you happen to be in the vicinity of Tagaytay City and looking for a place to stay in or just want to splash around. This is a cozy place to be at.

La.Pi.S #7 - Soup

Jollibee's La Paz Batchoy Soup & Tuna Pie

We were supposed to eat at Hap Chan Chinese Restaurant after Kulit's ballet lesson. The husband was craving for Chinese food, while, I wanted something hot. But unfortunately, the resto was closed due to air-conditioning trouble. The weather today was cold and windy that's why i wanted to have something to warm my tummy. We ended up at Jollibee, it's the only food store that's near the dance studio that serves hot soups. The photo above was my snack. The husband had the Junior Champ a.k.a TLC value meal and the Lil'One had chicken and rice. By the way, the La Paz Batchoy, which was a new product, was great for the cheap price of 28 Philippine pesos only. And of course, the Tuna pie was great too! One of my favorites at Jollibee, never fails to satisfy my palate (",)

PH - Hanging

A sample of a hanging flagpole, supported with four of the smaller poles around it. It was prepared by the Scout Master, Sir Dheck Nery. Taken last February during our last camping trip with the boy scouts of St. Andrew's School in Mt. Makiling.

CC #16

My Lil'One with our puppy, Sydney. Both have huge ears that sometimes fold! harhar!!!

"Shrimpy Pinakbet"

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsps cooking oil
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 large (50 grams) red onion, halved & sliced thinly
• 3 small (100 grams) over ripe red tomatoes, halved & sliced thinly
• 8 medium pcs (250 grams) shrimps, separate the body from the head & shelled
  
• 1/4 tsp cracked peppercorns
• 2 tbsps fish sauce
• 1 slice (350 grams) squash, peeled & sliced thinly
  
• 10 pcs okra, remove both ends & cut into two
  
• 6 long pcs long-yard beans, cut at 2" length
  
• 1 medium (150 grams) eggplant, cut into four & quartered vertically
  
• 1-1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp white sugar
• salt (optional)

Procedure:

In a wok, place over medium-high fire. Heat thoroughly but not smoking hot. Put garlic. Saute until rich golden brown. Follow with onion & tomatoes. Cook and mash until very limp. Add the shrimps, cracked peppercorns and fish sauce. Stir-fry until aromatic.

Dump in all the veggies. Stir-fry in oil for about 2 minutes. Then, add water and sugar. Adjust taste. Cook until veggies are crisp-tender.

Serve with steamed rice.

Comfy Shoes

During weekdays, I'm the one accompanying my kid to and from school (dakilang yaya, haha!). I'm the type of person who just wear shorts, shirt and slippers, very casual. But for several times now, my feet are always been bruised and reeled on with school bags. Gosh, it really hurts! By the way, my feet are always in slight pain, sometimes, sharp shooting pain! That's one of the setbacks of being diabetic for half of my life. Not complaining... it's in my genes. Both of my parents have it. Though, I love just wearing flip-flops... I decided to wear comfortable closed shoes. I needed to protect my feet! (",)

"Ginisang Repolyo" (Cabbage Saute)

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsps cooking oil
• 3 cloves of finely pounded garlic
• 1 medium red onion, halved & sliced thinly
• 1/2 cup of toasted pork fat
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 whole (425 grams) cabbage, shredded
• 1 sachet (8 grams) all-in-one seasoning granules
• 1/2 tsp cracked peppercorns
• 1/2 cup water

Procedure:

In a wok, place over medium-high fire. Put oil. Heat moderately. Add garlic. Saute until golden brown. Follow with onion. Saute until limp. Put the toasted pork fat, ground black pepper and fish sauce. Stir-fry. Cook until aromatic.

Dump in the rest of the ingredients. Mix well. Lid on. Cook until cabbage is done but not overcook.

Best serve with steamed rice and any fried meat or fish.

WW - Small White Flowers At Villa Apolinario

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WS - Ballet Class

Every Saturday and Sunday, my Lil'One has a ballet class. I'm the one who's accompanying him to the dance studio. He just started two weeks ago and really enjoying it so much! After the one on one class with Teacher Joelle had finished. I promised my kid will go to Mc Donald's to have his Happy meal. So, we did. See his lit up face? You can see how happy he is! (",)

Manic Monday #126

What's your favorite beach in the world?
I'm not much of a traveler but I would say I love the beaches of Samal Island. It's down south of the Philippines.

What's the next country you want to visit?
U.K.

What one thing are you craving today?
Chicken mami, siomai & siopao from Ma Mun Luk

Foodshot Sundays - Red Velvet Cake From Red Ribbon

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After my son's ballet and jazz class, we went to Mc Donald's. Bought my kid a happy meal and off we went to Red Ribbon. I'm in the mood for a slice of cake, tried this red velvet cake. It's okay (",)

La.Pi.S #5 - Sour

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Pangat Na Sapsap Sa Kalamansi


Sinigang Na Sugpo Sa Kalamansi



Sinigang Na Pritong Manok At Meatballs


Pork Bulalo Sinigang


Sinigang Na Baka


Sinigang Na Bangus Sa Miso


Paksiw Na Bangus

Here's my late post for Lasang Pinoy Sundays. It's better late than never! Anyways, I still have few hours before the deadline. For this week's theme: Sour. I'm posting some of my sour-base dishes using the common sour ingredients in every Filipino homes like tamarind fruit (sampalok), kamias, Philippine lemon (kalamansi) & white vinegar. Just click on the title to see the recipe.

PH: What Is That?

The baby you see in the photo above is my son's god daughter, her name is Hannah. Also, they our cousins from hubby's side. She's with Tita Andeng. Everytime Tita Andeng asks, "What is that?". She'll automatically points her right index finger. Cute baby... isn't she? (",)

A Strong Cup of Coffee Award

Kcat gave me this award. Thanks girl *mwah*


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WW - Cactus

Yen's QOTW #24

1. How was your day yesterday?
Average... the usual.

2. Who do you dislike most? People who are so dull to talk to, people who don’t recognize your talent, or people who are better looking than you?
Dull to talk to.

3. When you we’re still single or if you’re single, do you tend to date people younger or older than you?
I like to date someone who is much older than me.

4. Do you have any fears, phobias, or concerns about doctors?
Nope.

5. What five things that you have done in life that you are most proud of?
>live the life that I wanted.
>being a supportive mom
>married to the only person I fell in love with and still much in-love until now.
>I fight for whatever I believe is right.
>and I'm a loyal friend

6. Are you an optimist, pessimist, or realist? Explain.
Optimist. Though, in a bad situation. I always make it a point to see what's good about it. Quite hard but if you look at the positive side. It's not so hard anymore.

7. Which is worse, seeing someone chewing their fingernails or picking their nose?
picking their nose... eewww!

8. Would you rather kiss a stranger or someone you hate?
I'd rather kiss a stranger!

9. Would you rather be lost at sea or in a desert? Why?
Honestly, I don't want to be lost anywhere!

10.Would you rather speak with God for one minute or add one year to your life?
I'd pick the latter one.

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