Category Archives: Food
Top 10 Asian Aphrodisiacs
Embryo, testicles, stinky fruit…those Asians have an answer for everything.
Eating Out in Manila
For Evenings Out You should know by now that there is more to Manila than Karaoke. Among other things, there is good food, good drinks, and amazing people. Here are a few close to my heart, and my tummy. 1. Scarlet Wine Lounge (The Fort Strip, 1634; +632 28876838; barcraftconcepts@gmail.com) I just love the intimate [...]
7 Good Reasons to Drink Red Wine Now
(Photography by Mel Gatchalian) Scientists and wine-lovers have been saying so for decades, but here a few of my favorite reasons. Cheers to the long weekend–hope you are all getting some relaxation in! Fewer kidney stones Less risk of cancer Lower risk of diabetes Less lines and wrinkles on the skin Antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties [...]
Quick Avocado Salad Recipe
1. Wash and halve a ripe avocado, scoop out the meat but reserve the shells 2. Toss: Chopped avocado, tomatoes, red onions, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper 3. Transfer salad back into avocado halves 4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds; garnish with lime slice 5. Share with a friend! Some said benefits [...]
Dating my Husband
A few nights ago, we met up for dinner in the cozy new French restaurant, Champetre. I wore my pretty pink pumps under the table (much too painful to walk in!) and remembered that it has been almost two years of marriage. We’re still having fun The food brought us back to two years ago, [...]
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