In my quest to find new food discoveries, I like stumbling into places that are off the beaten track... preferably places that have not been written in the lifestyle section of the major newspapers. What is wrong with this you may ask? Nothing really...it's just that some of the restos turn out to be a bigger hype than the dishes they are trying to promote, either because they can afford to hire a publicist or happen to be well-connected with the media. I believe the best gauge for determining whether a place is worthy of your tastebuds is still word of mouth. Such ... Continue Reading...
Things that didn’t make it on the news
I welcome any excuse to get away from the computer for a while and so it was a blessing when me and the bosses attended the Manila Overseas Press Club Gala Night in the august halls of Malacanang last Wednesday. What transpired during this event made it on the news the next day but still, it's worthwhile to go for the chance to see the much-maligned President up close, hobnob with the so-called "power personalities" and then witness the absolute look of boredom on everyone's face because dinner has not been served at 9 p.m.To begin with, it's hard going to the Palace ... Continue Reading...
Merry, Happy, Full!
newyears' dinnerOriginally uploaded by annalyn. I've never really liked New Year's celebrations because I dread the sounds of firecrackers on the streets.In fact this time I wanted to check in a hotel with the whole family just so I can have it in peace and quiet. However, a friend said New Year's feng shui required that I stay at home, open all the windows to bring in luck, wear a polka-dotted dress and lay out all the food on the table. So I did!It turned out to be enjoyable.My son slept through the fireworks but the twins and me had fun dancing after the clock ... Continue Reading...
A Taste of Taiwan
taiwan sausageOriginally uploaded by annalyn. I caught the last day of the World Bazaar Festival last Sunday at the World Trade Center and made one of my most important food discoveries of the year: the Taiwan sausage in choices of pork or chicken. It is simply so yummy that I've been eating it everyday for five days. A dozen cost only P160 pesos and is available in Chinese deli shops like DEC's deli and Shin Tong Yang on Gandara St. Binondo.ice barOriginally uploaded by annalyn. In the same Taiwan booth, I tried their dessert which is called Ice Bar. I found out it ... Continue Reading...
Sugar High Friday: Banana Pistachio Crunch
Banana Pistachio CrunchOriginally uploaded by annalyn. I have just discovered Is My Blog Burning? or IMBB and I like participating in their activities because it gets me in touch with fellow foodies from all over the world who I could learn a lot from. As a result of surfing all the great food sites from Italy to France to California, I have also launched a separate food blog called Munchin' in Manila which is actually just a compilation of my food-related posts here, and then some! (It's a wonder how I make the time). Hopefully, this will motivate me to spend more ... Continue Reading...
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