FOOD
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URC Appreciation Post: Some of My Fave Snacks from the Company
The Philippines has one of the best snacks in the world. I’m not only being biased because, according to my Korean students, Pinoy snacks are much better than theirs, and they always crave them, especially Chippy, Hello, Cloud 9, Mr. Chips, Tostillas, Presto, and Nova. I’ve been snacking on these delights since I was a kid, and they’ve been my family’s favorites, but I didn’t know until the 2010s that they all come from the same company: Universal Robina Corporation (URC). This blog post is a URC appreciation post. I’ve been devouring products from the brand, so it’s time to thank them by featuring some of them on my blog.…
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My Favorite Treats: Lola Abon’s Original Durian Candy
The “King of fruits,” Durian, is something that stirs up discussions, especially during Davao City festivities. Opinions vary when it comes to describing it. Many would say they love it, while many would despise it, even though they haven’t tried it, perhaps almost always because of its foul smell. Indeed, the fruit elicits a lot of strong reactions from natives and visitors alike. While many people hate durian and would not even try it, I find that they would always have a disclaimer. “I don’t eat durian, but I love durian candy, particularly Lola Abon’s.” Upon hearing that, I understood because, as a child, I wouldn’t ever eat durian, but…
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My 5 Go-To Budget Meals on GrabFood
Now that society is slowly returning to normal, many of us are getting as busy or even busier than before the pandemic. The hustle culture is taking over, after the middle-class “chill” pandemic took over the world. Because of all the hustle that’s going again, many people can no longer cook as much as they want to, so ordering food online is still commonplace. However, as convenient as they can be, they can still take a toll on our budgets. It’s a great thing that GrabFood introduced their Everyday Value Meals selection. GrabFood’s Everyday Value Meals lets you go through food selection that starts at P99. The “Starts at P99”…
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My 5 Most Favorite Restaurants on GrabFood
It’s the month of August once again, and we all know what that means–it’s the Kadayawan Festival! While there are a lot of restrictions because of the COVID-19 pandemic, they haven’t really stopped us from eating great food. Yes, I can still say that despite everything that’s happening, we’re still fortunate ‘coz we get to enjoy good food and that a lot of restaurants in Davao City are still thriving. Most of the fondest memories I have about Kadayawan festivals involve food. That’s because it’s mostly during this time where my family and I get a lot of visitors from outside of Davao, and we take them to the best…
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Easy and Fast Kimchi Stir-Fried Pork Recipe
Are you not fond of raw kimchi, but want to take advantage of its benefits? Worry not, because you can cook it with pork, tofu, squid, etc. This blog post will be about Kimchi stir-fried pork recipe. The ingredients are all readily available in your kitchen. Kimchi has been a trending food item, especially after the covid-19 pandemic broke out. What with its unlimited health, skin, and immune system benefits, plus its great taste, one wouldn’t wonder about that. However, despite its overall health facts, many people are still not fond of it. Kimchi is amongst the world’s healthiest foods, and one really misses out on a lot of nutrients…
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How to Make French Toast (It’s Very Easy!)
Because of the quarantine, I’ve had more time to cook new food and discover ingredients. In this blog post, I’ll be sharing how to make french toast. It’s very simple; I’m sure you’ll be addicted to making them for breakfast and snack time too! To be honest, I’m not so fond of bread. I think it’s almost bland and boring–not worthy of the calories and weight I’ll be gaining at all. But that comes with an exemption of some really tasty bread. Despite that, I still think highly of the glutinous bread, and what made me love it is the wonderful, delicious, and one of the best gifts of the…
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Foods that are Best Eaten with Gourmet Unnie Kimchi
We’re currently at the onset of a pandemic, and what better way to prevent ourselves from getting sick than to keep our immune systems robust? While there are a lot of vitamins and supplements we can rely on, the best way is still to go natural and eat foods that are rich in those vitamins extracted for capsules and tablets. One of the foods that are vital to consume these days is the Korean Kimchi. The benefits of Kimchi are endless, but most Kimchi is only made with the basic napa cabbage, Korean Kimchi pepper flakes (Gochugaru), and even lacks the necessary condiments. Gourmet Unnie Kimchi, however, offers complete nutrients…
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The Grilled Pieces are Back at Bigby’s Cafe and Restaurant
I’m doing it again. Even though I promised myself that I won’t be super sell out as a blogger, I decided to sell out on Food and Cooking to support local brands, and c’mon, who doesn’t like to eat? I’m going to Bigby’s Cafe and Restaurant. This time I’m promoting Bigby’s “The Grill is Back” campaign which was held last Friday, September 14, at SM City Davao, Ecoland. Bigby’s Restaurant has been one of my family’s favorite restaurants, especially when I was still in college. I even celebrated my 19th birthday there. I just love their food, especially their bestsellers. After 2010, I think Bigby’s became more mainstream to cater…
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The All-New Antonio’s Progressive Filipino Fare
One of Davao’s favorite restaurants, Antonio’s Bar and Grill just recently relaunched with a new concept. From Antonio’s Bar and Grill, they renamed it to Antonio’s Progressive Filipino Fare. Almost everything is new–from the restaurant look–lighting, design, to the dishes they offer. Of course, their classic dishes Bulalo, Pinapatok na Manok, Krispy Pata, and Lechon Kawali are there to stay–but improved. “As a Blue Post Group Restaurant Concept, we need to keep Antonio’s Bar and Grill exciting and relevant to our customers. We had a good twelve years operating Antonio’s Bar and Grill and a chunk of our knowledge in the restaurant industry we owe to Antonio’s. The rebranding is…
