Monday, November 23, 2009

Krispy Kreme's holiday treats!

Krispy Kreme is surprising us annually not only with their Christmas treats but new branches within the metro and up north to Pampanga!

the new Krispy Kreme branches are located the Eastwood Mall in Libis, Quezon City and the Marquee Mall in Angeles, Pampanga. so the folks upnorth can now enjoy the sweet goodness of Krispy Kreme and also get the chance to have the Christmas dozen like us here in Manila.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

watch Pacquiao vs Cotto LIVE at Italianni's

the much-awaited boxing event is nearing. 6-division world champion, Manny Pacquaio and Cotto will stop the world for a new boxing record happening on November 15! and Italianni's restaurants are bringing you the event LIVE!

entrance will be at Php750 consumable of food and drinks.

better get to the venue early or you can reserve your slots at these following branches:

Greenbelt: 728-0291 or 728-0283
Bonifacio High Street: 856-4094
Trinoma: 915-3589
Gateway: 912-3738 or 913-1563
Midtown Robinsons Place Malate: 567-1913

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Century Corned Tuna's Bloggers Cook-off

this is what i've really missed: cooking with a bunch of friends. and this has taken to a higher level as we have been invited by Century Corned Tuna to a bloggers cook-off challenge. we were divided into two groups and i joined jane, arpee, ajay, aj, and erlyn.

our task is to make courses as many as we want provided with the following ingredients:

the task should be done under a limited time and will be judged thru the following criteria: Plating (20%), Originality (20%), Taste (25%) and the Innovative Use of Century Corned Tuna (35%). we made a couple of recipes which captured the tastebuds of the judges and other guests. we made quesadillas and a pasta dish.

i would like to share to you our pasta dish recipe as told by aj named Century Corned Tuna Pasta with Asparagus, Spinach and Miso topped with Almonds:

Ingredients:
  • Olive Oil
  • Soy Sauce
  • Onions
  • Garlic
  • Paprika
  • Onion stalks
  • Almonds
  • Century Corned Tuna (Chili Flavor)
  • Miso
  • White wine
  • Spinach
  • Asparagus
  • Pasta (Fettucine)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  1. Cook pasta until al dente. Set aside.
  2. Toast almonds then slice into slivers. Set aside.
  3. In a pan with olive oil, sauté garlic, onions, onion stalks and asparagus.
  4. Add in Century Corned Tuna Chili.
  5. Add a pinch of Paprika.
  6. Add in soy sauce, white wine and miso.
  7. Add in spinach.
  8. Continue sauteing for about 3 to 5 minutes.
  9. Add in the pasta to the pan and toss until all the ingredients are mixed well.
  10. Put the pasta on a plate and top with almonds.
fortunately, we won the said cok-off. but the food they prepared are equally as healthy and yummy because of Century Corned Tuna.

photo credits: Ryan Resurreccion

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

I already got my Starbucks Planner 2010!

many people have been fascinated by the Starbucks Planner since it arrived here in the Philippines. i have not been a fan of it but thankful if someone would give it to me. and then i realize its worth as i have been glancing on my every day activities.

the planner will help me organize myself in a series of activities everyday. and what pride it is to have the newest Starbucks Planner every year! the new planner is hardbound -- and featuring the history of Starbucks Coffee industry in the Philippines.

it also comes in 3 designs. Roast, Espresso and Beans -- i have the Roast design which i got from the launch party at the first Starbucks Philippines branch at 6750 Ayala Avenue, Makati City.

the party was great starting the Starbucks Christmas season and serving sumptuous pastries, special treats for everyone who attended.

to have one, as all of you know, you have to collect stickers from ordering beverages from Starbucks. this year, you have to collect 9 stickers by ordering Christmas beverages: Dark Cherry Mocha, Peppermint Mocha and Toffee Nut. the other 9 stickers can be redeemed by ordering 9 beverages of your choice except juices and water.

the craze has already started! get to the nearest Starbucks branch and collect those stickers!