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 […]
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Hello 2017! Now that the holiday rush is over and the kids are back in school, I’m now recharged and inspired to start working after a few days of break. I know it’s been a while since I posted a recipe. Did I stopped cooking? The answer is “How can […]
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We just had our first teaser of snow here in New Jersey. Though I’m praying for at least 12 inches, my luck ran out. Oh wait, let’s see how much is in store tomorrow. Winter is just starting after all. With the arrival of the colder temperatures, this season also […]
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Everyone have their own versions of Chicken Soup. Over the years, I was able to build a collection of recipes. However, nothing is more comforting than my grandmother’s Tinola. A soup loaded with ginger, garlic, onions and greens. My eldest daughter has fever since last night and is home right […]
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Looking for an easy and very affordable stew that can feed an army? This mung bean recipe is one of my favorites. While growing up in the Philippines, my grandmother used to cook this dish every Friday and serve it with rice and fried fish. As for me, I prefer to eat it as is. When I […]
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