5 months into this new normal life and here I am still trying my very best to adapt. I miss going to the supermarket, dining out, making chika with friends over good food, (window) shopping, traveling, watching movies, going to the bank, weekend mall strolling with the fam, physical meetings, dressing and fixing up, and […]
Sell. Earn. Eat. Repeat.
If there is anything this pandemic has taught us Filipinos, it is to be resilient; to be appreciative; to be thankful and to prioritize things. I’ve seen so many online businesses mushrooming since the pandemic started from people I personally know, mostly to help them financially while they are on leave without pay or have […]
#SayGoodbyeToDryEye with Systane
Having had dry eyes since college days made it difficult for me to perform my everyday activities, like reading, writing, watching, etc. It’s also a challenge to ride in an airplane, be inside an airconditioned room or just when I am outdoors especially when I am traveling. The abrupt hit of the wind gives me […]
“For Your Sweetheart”
No. This is not a Valentine’s Day post. But yes. This is about the heart… Our heart. A few days ago, I attended the official Philippines launch of “For Your SweetHeart” Zoom webinar. This global campaign was made to raise awareness and discuss the critical link between Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease. You see, […]
Lockdown Chows 4: Orell’s, Purple Palayok, Hearts and Bells
For part 4 of my Lockdown Chows series, I am featuring a variety of delights: A snack, a main entree, and a meal ender. Check out my newest Lockdown Chows picks Orell’s by Pempeyo Banana Thins I’ve been a fan of Orell’s by Pempeyo since 2016 and I always get excited whenever I eat this. […]
Lockdown Chows 3: Lydia’s Lechon, Le Petite Chef, and Meatsumo
Even if we are on GCQ already, take-out and dine-in at home will be the “new normal” for us for the foreseeable future because I just don’t feel safe going out yet and risking our health. But that doesn’t mean we won’t be able to enjoy our favorite food anymore. Social media has allowed many […]
Lockdown Chows 2: Figaro and Tien Ma’s
Last Mother’s Day was dedicated to my “me-time” – No cooking! My morning was dedicated to doing my make-up, fixing my hair, and waiting for our Mother’s Day lunch delivery to arrive. Since I was craving for some Taiwanese food, I ordered some pre-cooked meals from Tien Ma’s. I’ve tried their dishes before and it […]
Lockdown Chows 1: Home cooked goodness from Plana’s Pantry
This lockdown (ECQ) has made me even busier in the kitchen because of my non-stop cooking. There are times when I just want to stay in bed and relax instead. And so, when moments like that come, I can simply pickup my phone and order some home-cooked favorites from Plana’s Pantry. Mommas need a break, […]
Dreyfus Cuisine: Homemade ice cream and Affogato
Summer is really here and the heat is making me crazy! It will definitely make me even crazier when I see our electricity bill next month! So, apart from air conditioning, I have to find other creative ways to make myself and the rest of the family cool down a bit especially during these hot […]
Stay at home: A helpful list of online grocery delivery sites
Now that we are in the midst of a very scary COVID-19 outbreak, I would rather stay home and keep safe for myself and for my family. But if I really have to go out of the house to do some important errands, I take extra precautionary measures to minimize the risk of getting infected. […]