The ‘ber months are coming and autumn vibes are just around the corner. Staying cozy and comfortable at home feels so luxurious and indulgent, especially during the cooler weather. While enjoying the slow life in the city (and not traveling), I make sure that I keep myself healthy and nourished. Nourish Bowls are becoming more […]
Tag: US Pulses
Every day, there’s a reason to be thankful, and it rings true especially during this time that we are living our lives in the new normal. While other countries like the U.S., Canada, and Germany celebrate Thanksgiving in November, we can also recreate the celebration at home. The truth is, we just love food and […]
One of the things I missed about traveling is the gustatory experience of trying out food. Aside from discovering new flavors, I also enjoy learning more about a country’s national dish, or interesting food trivia or celebrations. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, my usual travels were replaced with little adventures at home, pne of which […]
Easy U.S. Black-eyed Beans Recipe If there is any staple food that we have at home, it is got to be sauteed ground pork (or beef). We use it for favorite dishes like Siomai, Lumpiang Shanghai, Picadillo or even for pasta. We always end up with left over stocked in our fridge. I grew up […]
Hearty Menudo for Holidays with Family Next to my room, my favorite part of the house is the kitchen. I just got back from a quick trip in Fukuoka, and mom and I are back at cooking in the kitchen. We always spend the Holidays at home and innovate new recipes. This time around, we […]
Weekend Activity: Cooking with Mom I was reviewing some of my files and learning how to document my travels through videos (please do check out my Yotutube Channel). I thought I kind of miss the tireless and restless days of travel and exploration, but I love the slow phase at this point. I am also staying focused on […]
Cooking Workshop with US Dry Beans Council and Culinary Institute of America
November 30, 2018Cooking Workshop with US Dry Beans Council & Culinary Institute of America “I am a blogger from Manila, Philippines; and I love writing about my travels, adventures and US Pulses”. *wink *wink That’s exactly how I introduced myself to the bloggers, chefs and partners from Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. Certified Master Chef Brad Barnes […]
My mom is a bit worried about me. She is suspecting that … I have diabetes! She noticed that I have the symptoms of the lifestyle threatening disease – always feeling thirsty, always urinating, always feeling hungry with bruises that are slow to heal and blurry vision. I told her I am just that person […]
Starting a Flexitarian Diet and Lifestyle You know you need to lose weight when it is your mom who is already pushing you to work out. I guess I have been too “comfortable” with my own skin for the past months. More than having a sculpted body, what I really aim for is to stay […]
I Flew to Bangkok to Learn More About the New Superfood for Millennials: Pulses
January 27, 2018I Flew to Bangkok to Learn More About the New Superfood for Millennials: Pulses I flew to Bangkok, Thailand to learn more about the new “superfood” for millennials – Pulses. I first learned about pulses and their benefits when I attended the 2016 International Year of Pulses in Manila. Food trends are becoming more and more […]