The Kitchen Mom by dhess

It is indeed the most wonderful time of the year. As the holiday season kicks in, the demand for our holiday favorites are now going up and with this in mind, King Sue, one of the brands that we Filipinos grew up and loved is here to make our holiday season more special. As I grew up, I can still remember my aunt who happens to sell them when I was young and having them on the table during the holidays.

From their wide selection of Hams and Sausages, you can never go wrong with King Sue. No wonder why the internationally renowned Chef Gene Gonzalez trusts the same brand.

Chef Gene, who opened Cafe Ysabel at 23 and is now president of the pioneering Center for Asian Culinary Studies, pays tribute to King SUe products which have been a staple fare on the dining table as well as his kitchen. "King Sue has been there at home ever since," shares the author of "Cocina Sulipeña" and many other cookbooks.



Last September 4, 2019, at his flagship ancestral home, turned rest…

This September, Jollikids can spend action-filled playtimes with their friends and some of the world’s greatest superheroes with Jollibee’s newest set of Jolly Kiddie Meal toys, the DC Comics’ Justice League!
With the latest set of collectible toys from the country’s #1 fast-food chain, Jolllkids can join the Justice League as they battle against mega villains to save the planet.
Kids can help Superman save the world by twisting his upper body and land a punch by pressing his left leg. They can also join Wonder Woman battle evil by swinging her mighty sword with a push of a lever, or fight crime with Batman by spreading his cape to glide over Gotham City by pressing his left limb. 

Jollikids can use the speed stick to help The Flash run at a superhuman speed and create a firebolt in chasing criminals. Defeat villains with Supergirl by raising her arm and fly with a push of a button and a press of a knob from her back. They can also serve justice with Cyborg by blasting enemies in dif…

Premenstrual Syndrome or PMS is a bunch of symptoms that even the strongest women would usually face several days before that time of the month. Feeling totally frazzled and waking up with a different kind of fatigue is a reality, a zit on the nose that wasn’t there a night before. And oh, those tender breasts plus the soreness and heaviness. Worst, you can’t stop thinking about that fudgy chocolate cake you saw on Instagram!

According to Anne Price, a Certified Holistic Health Coach, an average woman experiences PMS 450 times in her lifetime. While hormones play a part in these biological changes, there’s a way how to manage it by avoiding these foods that are likely to alleviate the symptoms.


1. Trans fats and hydrogenated fats 
These are the nutritional bad words everyone should be aware of. Trans fats and hydrogenated fats are unhealthy by-products of a chemical process called hydrogenation. Manufacturers alter the fats to solidify liquid oils and lengthen shelf life and flavor of…

Grandparents often play a vital role in the lives of their grandchildren. With a love that equals that of parents, they strive to give their apos (grandchildren) everything they can offer despite their frail health or limited resources.

This Grandparents’ Day, Jollibee celebrates the selflessness and unconditional love of lolos and lolas for their apos in “Garapon”, the newest video installment in the award-winning Kwentong Jollibee series.

Directed by Sheron Dayoc, “Garapon” narrates the story of how a grandmother sets aside any amount she can just to give her grandson something that would make him happy.

“For Filipinos, grandparents are the treasures of the family. While they may sometimes appear as strict, they give us exceptional love and guidance in such a way parents simply can’t. This is something that the younger generations can learn to appreciate from their lolos and lolas,” said Francis Flores, Jollibee Global Brand Chief Marketing Officer and Jollibee Philippines Marketin…

Bangus or Milkfish is very popular because of the distinct taste of its meat and belly fat which melts in your mouth especially on how it compliments the ingredients on whatever dish that you made from it, may it be fried, with sauce or placed on a soup, you can never go wrong with it.

I love making different dishes using Bangus since this is my husband and daughter's favorite. With this same reason why I am meticulous whenever I buy Bangus, I make sure that it is fresh and I always buy it from my trusted vendors.

Not all the time our favorite fish is available, but there are no worries for me since I am sure that Sarangani Bay Prime Bangus is available at our favorite supermarkets and I can make sure that their products are packed fresh and also export-quality.




I am one of the satisfied consumers of their products and my family loves their Marinated Bangus especially my daughter who can eat almost one serving of it.

Aside from their Marinated Bangus, we also love their smoked Mi…

Breastfeeding is more than just a way for you to feed your child, this is your connection with them, a bond that no one can match and a way for moms to show affection and warmth to their little ones. With this being said, breastfeeding awareness is necessary to let everyone know of its importance and how it can help your child and you develop an unbreakable bond.

I've been supporting the breastfeeding community since before, I encourage soon to be moms and moms with 0-2 years old child to breastfeed. Breastmilk is important especially to newborn babies, it has a lot of nutrients that will help the babies to grow strong and healthier.

I breastfed my daughter until she's 2 years old I noticed that does not easily get infected with viruses and other bacteria. That's why this year, I'm here again to support fellow mommies for breastfeeding awareness on how good and beneficial for both moms and the baby breastfeeding is.



Hundreds of mothers gathered to celebrate National Br…

Art is everywhere,  it comes in different forms or aspect but only in your eyes that you can discover the true beauty that lies behind. You don't need to go far to find that artwork that will captivate your eyes.

Don’t miss your chance to discover or own art from the next renowned Filipino art master! SM Supermalls is giving millennials, young homeowners and art enthusiasts an exciting opportunity to find potential art treasures at affordable prices at this year’s Art For Everyone in 18 participating SM malls nationwide.



Prepare your eyes and show your hidden love for art as you browse with the different works of our homegrown artists and have a chance to own one of their masterpieces and have a chance to discover their unending talents.

Art For Everyone, the country’s biggest art fair, is ongoing now till the second week of September, showcasing thousands of paintings, sculptures, and photographs from a curated roundup of renowned and up-and-coming artists.



“Art For Everyone 2019…