The Kitchen Mom by dhess

Nueva Viscaya a province of the Philippines located in the region of Cagayan Valley. It is also nicknamed as the Citrus Capital of the Philippines. This province is known for its sweet ponkan, oranges and pomelo to name a few. Aside from being a Citrus Capital, Nueva Vizcaya also have nice tourist spots.  When it comes to food, this province surprisingly offers exciting exotic dishes and very talented individuals who are passionate with cooking.

Chef Jan Daryl Doculan of  Nueva Vizcaya emerged as the winner of the Region II leg of Solane Kitchen Chefs' Edition, a nationwide cooking competition which aims to recognize a new generation of local talented chefs. Doculan bested seven (7) other contestants from all over Region II with his winning dish, Dinakdakan.
He garnished it with assorted achara, ensalada, toasted shallot, and candied calamansi. He will have the chance to qualify for the national competition round with a grand prize of P100,000 and a culinary trip to Japan. The So…

Life is short, so it would be better if you have a companion in your journey. Someone you can trust and rely on, someone you know that will stick with you through the end, through thick and thin.

Wouldn't it be nice if as early as now we find our lifetime partner? It would be like a dream come true.  With this being said, I have been in one of Sun Life Financial's event recently that tackles on having a "kaakbay" on your financial journey.

Financial literacy is not being taught in all schools, we all know that saving money in the bank is the traditional way to save and financially prepare for the future, but then what's going to happen next?

This is where we need someone that we can trust, a lifetime partner for our financial journey, someone we can call "kaakbay".

Our hard earned money should be spent wisely and be invested for it to grow, so aside from saving money in the bank, getting your self insured and investing your money is something that we s…

There's a lot of reason why people do love seafoods. Have you seen or watch YouTubers doing the Seafood Mukbang challenge? It was really appetizing to the eyes. Everytime I watch those kinds of videos, I ended up craving for some yummy seafoods boiled in some chilli sauce. 
Good news for all seafood lovers out there!   Cebu’s best seafood restaurant Isla Sugbu Seafood City is extending its special Paluto-All-You-Can rates of P888 and P797 in its Mckinley Hill and Cebu branches, respectively, so diners can enjoy all their favorite fresh seafood dishes, without limit, cooked to order! 
Diners in Metro Manila can avail of promo rates for as low as P848 per head from 11AM to 3PM on Mondays to Thursdays, and P888 per head from 11AM to 3PM on Fridays, weekends and holidays. On Mondays to Sundays, diners can avail the discounted P888 per head from 6PM to 11PM. These rates are VAT inclusive but are still subject to 3% Service Charge. The promo is until August 31, 2019. Regular rate is pr…

Italy is one of the country that is known for its history, culture, scenic views, famous structures, latest fashion trends and sumptuous cuisine. One of  most iconic food in Italy is  pizza. Who will say no to this good old comfort food of every family.
I can definitely  say that Italy is a dream travel destination of anyone.

Imagine sailing at the Venice Canals or taking your tourist photo at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa while enjoying the richness of taste and culture of Italian cuisine known for the origins of pasta, lasagna and of course pizza.

As the country celebrated for inventing pizza, it is a must for visiting tourists to try an authentic Italian pizza and taste the history of one of the most famous and beloved food around the world.

However, not everyone can go to Italy. But what if Italy comes to your favorite pizza restaurant and serve you an Italian inspired flavor of a pizza? Starting to crave already?

Introducing Shakey’s Prosciutto Parmigiano Pizza. This new pizz…

Summer as we all know it is over and now starts the cold showers but fear not on getting wet for F1 Hotel Manila opens up its roof of deals! Find yourself relaxing in a classic City Suite from July 1 to August 30. For only P7,200 per night, try F1 Hotel Manila's Rainy Day Package good for two (2) persons. Experience an overnight stay with free use of swimming pool and gym facilities together with complimentary in-room massage for two (2) to end your day activities with every bit of relaxation in both your body and mind.

F1 Hotel Manila also indulges you to make your night a little exciting at the Canary Lounge with a glass of Frozen Margarita tropically mixed with guyabano and guava. And, pairing with this tropical thirst-quencher is the Seafood ala Plancha concocted with a variety of crustacean bits sizzled on a pan topped with mushroom and assorted spices for a more harmonious blend!
Nothing beats a fun night other than a freshly made breakfast in the morning!
The Rainy Day Pack…

If there is one comfort food that we Filipinos love, then that would be pizza! Who can resist the irresistible smell and taste of pizza? the scent of cheese and tomato sauce with all the toppings tempting all your senses. Did that make you hungry? Well, that made me crave for a pizza right now.

But do you know that pizza is more than just the toppings? So what makes our all-time favorite pizza stand out from the others? Fret not because the good thing is, every barkada's favorite pizza chain, Greenwich has given several insider tips on how to spot a really good pizza.

1.    All-in toppings
 Let’s be honest, the sight, smell, and of course, the taste of a pizza that’s overloaded with toppings has always been tempting. While it’s true that you can top it off with whatever basic ingredient you want, a pizza becomes even more delicious if it’s generously sprinkled with the tastiest and meatiest toppings. Imagine enjoying a pizza that has all of your favorite meaty toppings like ham, p…

Making sure that the family sticks to a well-balanced, healthy diet is not always easy, especially when trying to fit a busy schedule and raising kids.
But as a parent, we still need to make sure that our  children have a healthy balanced diet to makes sure they get all the essential vitamins, nutrients  and minerals for which is important for their growth and development.

However, don’t get discouraged just yet. Integrating small changes in your family’s routine can lead to better health outcomes.

To get started Beko Philippines, empowering new generations to live healthier, listed some tips to help improve your family’s diet.

Pack your own snacks 

Make sure to go for the healthy option whether you’re preparing a snack for yourself at work or for your kids at school. you can replace unhealthy food grubs with nuts, like almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans, which make for a healthy snack. You can also cut fruits in small cubes for easy snacking.

Packing a healthy snack before heading out is …

One of the country's leading electronic brand, Sharp Philippines Corporation (SPC), with 37 years of continuous mission in providing a better life for everyone, I can still remember our first Sharp Colored TV and radio which lasted for years, until now I am proud that we still have Sharp appliances at home since it is a trusted brand for us and for almost all Filipinos.

With this being said, as part of the brand’s firm commitment to introducing quality and innovation, Sharp launched revolutionary products last July 2, 2019, at Shangri-La Fort Grand Ballroom. These game-changer products are categorized into four sections: Entertainment, Business Solutions, Clean & Comfort and Health & Beauty.

During the launch, the media witness an awe-inspiring display, which gives the audience a REAL SHARP EXPERIENCE through the four unique viewing pavilions. Each product line has a dedicated booth to showcase featured products up-close and personal which was explained by their product s…