The Kitchen Mom by dhess

Most kids today so well-versed into devices like TVs, tablets, and smartphones well before they can even ride a bike. Technology can be part of a healthy childhood, as long as this privilege is not abused. While it is very tempting for us parents, to simply give them their tablets while we finish important task at home, realize that in the end, this can highly affect your kid’s behavior. Kids who view violent acts on TV are more likely to show aggressive behavior, and to fear that the world is scary and that something bad will happen to them. Teens who play violent video games and apps are more likely to be aggressive. Characters on TV and in video games often depict risky behaviors, such as smoking and drinking, and reinforce gender-role and racial stereotypes. That is why it is so important for parents to monitor their kids' screen time and set limits to ensure they are not spending too much time in front of a screen. Parents and guardians need not to fret because ZooMoo ...

Regardless if you are either visiting or are fortunate enough to live in the North, eating out is a treat because the best restaurants to eat in The Podium and SM Megamall will leave you feeling as though you would want to come back over and over again. The restaurants in Podium and SM Megamall reflect the community and the city itself, in that variety and cultural diversity can be readily found. From low end through to high end, the eagle-eyed local or visitors will find the perfect place to dine out. What's more, there is a good range of 'styles' as well, meaning casual, formal, cultural and occasional settings available to suit many different occasions. So if you’re hungry and looking for one of the best restaurants in Ortigas, we have compiled the best restaurants you can choose from: Ça Va Crêperie & Floral Atelier – it is located right by the Julia Vargas entrance of newly-expanded The Podium mall. This IG-worthy resto brings together crêpes, coff...

POS or Point Of Sale is a system that is used throughout the restaurant and retail industry. POS systems are comprised of computer software and a hardware network that work together to record sales as they occur. This computerized system allows business owners to track sales, cash flow, food and stock inventory and can help simplify your bookkeeping enormously . If you run a retail business, you'll understand the need for a good Booker POS system . The last thing you want is customers waiting impatiently in line while your staff manually enter purchase details into your system. Many small to medium-sized businesses experience problems with price reduction. Identifying which products have been marked down and then accurately recording those discounts can be a headache for many retailers. Instead of spending all of your time dealing with cash register receipts, a POS system can help you to automate the markdown process so that you are able to track them in a more...

School year is about to end, so aside from the long awaited vacation of our kids, we as parents always wanted to make sure that our kids will have a meaningful summer vacation. When I was a kid I remember freely running in our backyard and playing with other kids and that is where I develop my social skills and exercise my sportsmanship in different games that we played. The entire duration of my vacation during my childhood were spent in playing with friends outdoor, household chores, visiting my cousins or relatives who lived far from us and ofcourse watch my grandmother cook our favorite dishes for me to learn her craft. Generation may pass but kids nowadays still need to develop their skills, hobbies, socialize and enhance whatever talent they may have, so aside from going to the beach or spending the whole day in front of the computer it would help if we introduce our kids in other activities that they can unleash their hidden talents and at the same time help them improve...

In this world full of #TravelGoals and #YOLO, people often disregard the true important investment – INSURANCE. Your cars have insurance, your house has too. But how about yourself? A car can breakdown and be easily fixed by a car shop. You will care less because Insurance got it covered. Typhoon tear-up your house, insurance to the rescue. But what about yourself? Will you be ready for unforeseen circumstances if something happened? Are you ready for the future? The primary drive of getting life insurance will always be to protect the people you care about in case something unexpected were to happen to you. How much will you be spending in order to pay off debts, support your loved ones, or take care of all your responsibilities? People have various reasons for not getting their Life Insurance. They felt that life insurance they have with their employer is good enough. Some also doesn’t feel the need for Life Insurance mainly because they are earning a lot today and is con...

The typical Valentine’s day includes flowers, chocolates, teddy bears, heartfelt love letters and surprises – all efforts were mostly from a man, given to a very lucky woman. On the contrary, in Korea, women are the ones giving chocolates to men as a sign of love. Traditionally, men that receive these gifts will then give a gift in return on the following month to which they call “White Day”. This is a perfect way to let your man know that they too are indeed important on Valentine’s day. This year, I decided to mimic this Korean tradition and asked married men on what they want to receive for Valentine’s day. Here’s what they had to say: #8. Stove, cook set, tarp, sleeping pad – This sporty hubby is always on the go and is into mountain climbing. He and his wife always make sure to climb mountains at least once a month. Nothing is more blissful than awesome mountaineering stuff while enjoying the stars with your loved one. #7. Crafting supplies – This daddy is into ha...

Love is really in the air as Valentine's day is just around the corner, Jollibee released their new valentine's series to capture everyones heart. With this being said, Jollibee held an exclusive screening at the Bonifacio High Street Central Square Cinema in Bonifacio Global City to give the media a first glimpse of the much-anticipated valentine's series. This year cast and directors were also present at the event where they shared their fun experiences while shooting and their own "hugot" thoughts on the true-to-life love stories. Jollibee Global Brand Chief Marketing Officer and PH Marketing Head Francis Flores  shared, We're very excited to be back again this Valentine's Day with new Kwentong  Jollibee episodes. Our stories have always been inspired by true events and I think it's most evident  with this series. the reality is that love is not always easy, but what matters  most is having faith in love no matter how tough thi...

PLAY at Okada Manila turns 1 this February 2019! This kiddie recreational area located in one of the metro's grandest integrated resort and known as a world-class entertainment destination will celebrate its first year anniversary with a month-long birthday party. Kids and Kids at heart can expect a magical and fun day on February 10, 2019. There will be exciting activities that kids of all ages will definitely enjoy, This indoor fun area—the hub of “Purposeful Learning and Activities for the Young”— delivers educational entertainment for children aged 1-16 years old where thoughtful and joyful programs are available all year round.  Young visitors can immerse themselves in a whole range of educational yet playful facilities in a safe environment. Apart from interacting with fellow children and engaging in social activities in the eight different neighborhoods, youngsters and even guardian visitors can enjoy a variety of hour-long learning sessions with certified teacher...

Filipinos can now enjoy and experience more about the land of the rising sun with Japan Airlines newest flight service Takoyaki, Origami, Cherry Blossoms, Anime, Gundam, There is no stopping it. Japan, a place where almost all Filipinos fell in-love with. So when given an opportunity, most of us won't waste time to go and visit the land of the rising sun. From ramen to izakaya, to onsen, to sakura, this country continues to capture our imagination, prompting seasoned travelers to make return trips and an increasing influx of first-time visitors. Since 2012, the number of Filipinos visiting Japan has been rising by 20 percent. The new route comes in time as even more are encouraged to take the trip with Japan's easier Visa requirements for Filipinos declared in mid-2018. The newest flight service form Japan Airlines (JAL) is giving Filipinos the chance to enjoy more experiences in the land of the rising sun. Starting February 1, travelers can take the Manila-Tokyo (v...

In celebration of its 130 th  Anniversary, “Lee Kum Kee 130 th  Anniversary Recipe Contest” was launched in 2018 globally to look for the best recipe created with Lee Kum Kee sauces and condiments. The competition received close to 500 entries worldwide, of which 50 came from the Philippines. On January 22, 2019, a Prize Presentation Ceremony was held to award the country’s two regional winners. Home-maker and small business owner Ms. Venus Lorraine Moral took home the "Most Liked Recipe Prize" with her own version of the beloved Pinoy Local Empanada using Lee Kum Kee Premium Soy Sauce. The mother of one has been using Lee Kum Kee products in her home business for more than eight years. Sharing her passion for good food, Lorraine loves joining online cooking and recipe contests. The winning dish is her family favorite. As a cook, Lorraine loves using Lee Kum Kee products for its consistent taste, which makes every dish more delicious. As the w...

If there is one gift that any woman would definitely cherish, then that would be the gift of motherhood. Not everyone has the opportunity to experience this so it should be a reason why we should be thankful for it. Same reason why I was so excited to attend a recent event in Makati City last January 22, 2019, for the Wyeth® PROMAMA® unveiling the "Baby’s First Gift to You", an event that aims to provide expectant moms a gift like no other. An experience that allows her to see a real-time first gift ever from her baby. The Baby’s First Gift to you device detects the movement of the babies in the womb and translates it into an artwork. “Expectant moms would be surprised to know that the baby’s brain is up to 25 percent developed already, by 28 weeks. By using the Baby’s First Gift technology, moms will be amazed by their baby’s development while in the womb since they will see how their baby’s movement can create artworks, uniquely created just for them,” said Ms. Jo...