Finally! I’m so excited to share with you what I have been up to for the past few months. For years, I have always wanted […]
Cookbook Review: Connecting the Pots By Malou Perez-Nievera + A giveaway
As someone who grew up in a Filipino household, I know first hand how diverse Philippine cuisine is. Each region or even Island has its own specialty dishes. The Bicol region for instance is know for their use of coconut milk and hot chili peppers. Kapangpangans are known for adding […]
Read moreFriday Favorites: Self Care, Solemates, Cookbook and more
This week I spent much of my time in the kitchen. Since the kids are on their eating “growth spurts” again, I took the opportunity to develop new recipes which I will be sharing really soon. Are you excited? I’m thinking of calling it easy, allergy friendly quarantine cooking. Aside […]
Read moreRecipe Box: Basic Slow cooker BBQ Pulled Pork + A Salad Idea
It’s BBQ season! Since I’m not a big fan of cooking outdoors, this basic slow cooker pulled pork recipe has been a total lifesaver. Yes, it calls for 3 pounds of meat but don’t freak out. The leftovers can be frozen and used to make other meals. It works well […]
Read moreFriday Favorites: Night Cream, shoes, Bracelet and Deals
This week I was obsessing with The Pioneer Woman’s new website. Have you seen it? I love how her site looks so warm, inviting and honest. It is the kind of mood I am hoping for this little space too. That is why I’m so inspired to work on the […]
Read moreBook Review: Fishing! by Sarah Stonich
Summer is always about “me time” reading because the kids are home and our calendar is more relaxed. This year though I seemed to have an early start due to the lock down. So far, I’ve gone through four self help books – Book of Love by Jenny Umali, Wishwork […]
Read moreBook Review: Walk Your Way To Better: 99 Walks that will change your Life
“Once in a while, you’ll come across a book that will inspire you so much that it will become a part of you. “ This is what I truly felt after reading Joyce Shulman’s book Walk Your Way to Better. To start, this book is not about losing weight, managing […]
Read moreI Tried The Gluten Free and Vegan Falafel Mix From Trader Joe’s
One of the challenges I faced when I decided to abstain from meat for 40 days last Lenten season was finding plant based protein sources. Take note, I have to consider my children’s food allergies as well. That meant I still can’t include soy based products, peanuts and tree nuts […]
Read moreFriday Favorites: Partake Cookies, Wishwork Book, Falafel Mix and Face Serum
When the world gives you too much negativity, choose to see the positives. The past few weeks have been an emotional roller coaster ride. Most people even compared the series of events this Spring as something straight from a Jumanji game. (Okay, whoever started it, better finish it now.) Yes, […]
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