The Kitchen Mom by dhess

Yung super yung budget na ginagawa nating mga nanay ngayon dahil marami sa atin an No Work, No Pay. Kaya ang ginagawa ko kung ano ablng available na pwede iluto sa kusina yun nalang muna ang ginagawa ko. Kailan patin kase naten pakainin ng masustansyang pagakain ang ating pamilya lalo na sa  panahon ng pandemic. Nakakatuwa na meron mga tao, na lagi handang tumulong sayo kahit hindi ka magsabi. Meron pa ako nakita na isang hiwa ng kalabasa , na bigay ng kapitbahay, at meron din 1 pa na natitira na canned tuna in flakes in oil na galing naman sa relief pack na bigay ng barangay. . Pwede na ito lutuin para sa hapunan namin ngayon. Sayang wala na ang malunggay sa  kapitbahay namin, nakalbo na hahaha. Healthy Pumpkin Rice with Tuna Flakes Ingredients :  1 /2 cup of rice 1 canned tuna flakes in oil 1 cup/ slice of kalabasa/ pumpkin 1 onion ( minced ) 1 small ginger ( minced ) 2 1/2 cups of water 1 tsp of turmeric salt and  pepper 2 tbsp oil Procedure :

With Hallyu (Korean Wave) being at its peak in our country, a lot of us are getting hooked on learning the Korean culture especially their food and cuisine. No wonder why Korean restaurants offering authentic Korean cuisines started to show up all over the Metro. For the past few years, I have tried a lot of these restaurants offering Korean food, and there is only a handful of them have given me the satisfaction for the authentic Korean taste that I was looking for. Just recently I found a hidden gem for authentic Korean dishes in the Metro. "Busan Kitchen", the name itself speaks of their humble beginning, using only the authentic Korean ingredients, the freshest meats, and vegetables. Their menu is savory, fresh, and one-of-a-kind. Their mouth-watering and savory dishes were delivered on our doorstep, and We were able to try the following: Samgyeopsal Set A meal set packed with flavor and color, with the meat perfectly grilled which you can heartily enjo

Health experts reveal that it is not enough that the water you drink looks clean to the naked eye. Your water should also be proven clean through lab tests, to avoid common water bourne diseases, such as cholera, dysentery, and gastroenteritis. Unfiltered water also has many potential contaminants, such as chlorine, heavy metals and allergens, as well as parasites. Despite this, keep in mind that water is also important in everyday hydration. A document released by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition cites hydration as a key to supporting the body’s ability to fight the COVID-19 virus and support the immune system, recommending 2-4 ounces of clear liquid beverages every 15 minutes. “Keeping properly hydrated at a time like this refreshes our bodies and keeps the virus away,” said Dr. Sybil R. Bravo, a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital and a member of the Blood-Bourne Infectious Diseases Core Te

It doesn’t come as a surprise that many people rely on the strength of their fathers as the heads of the family.  Some fathers may be goofy, and some may be quiet, but one thing is for sure – dads have that natural ability to bring out the warmest smiles and unyielding courage in everybody within the family. And as we navigate through this trying time, we see our dads carrying on and exhibiting incomparable strength. While their guidance has allowed everyone to remain safe, their sweetness and lighthearted humor have kept the family hopeful and optimistic. This situation is no different for our Red Ribbon dad ambassadors, Doug Kramer, Paul Soriano and Drew Arellano, who by their time spent indoors allowed them to cement their position as the steadfast pillars of their families, all while keeping a cheerful and cared-for household. Doug Kramer has been spending much of his time as a parent recently, with him retiring from PBA November 2019, and his kids home-schooling for th

Every once in a while, we’ll be pushed to do things we don’t normally do. For some of us, going to do the groceries is something that’s way outside our comfort zones. It’s true—the reality is there will be people, who are totally clueless when it comes to buying groceries. But that’s okay, it’s nothing to be ashamed about, as everyone can always learn something new and get better at it. What’s most important when it comes to buying groceries, especially during this pandemic, is making the most out of your grocery trips. You’ll want to be in and out of the store as fast as you can like a real supermarket pro in order to avoid risks to yourself and your family. Here are some tips to help you be a better grocery shopper in the new normal: 1. Write down a carefully planned grocery list To make the most out of each grocery trip, you’ll have to step up your planning. That means estimating what you’ll need to buy and how much of it you’ll need to buy (within your budget, of co

Spending time for your with the people you love is priceless, during this pandemic we've learned the value of our family more than anything, we had the chance to share stories with them, play with them, and enjoy the meal as a whole. It was indeed one of the good things that happened despite the lockdown. Although we weren't able to go out and eat at our favorite restaurants with them or buy the best ingredients to prepare them a delicious home-cooked meal, still we become resourceful to give them a decent meal. With almost all business closed during the ECQ period, we've missed a lot of good food and home cooking, It was fortunate that deliveries are still available for some restaurants. Erin's Place is one of the restaurants that offered delivery of their signature meals that will give you the home-cooked feeling at sulit ulam in a reasonable price. It was Saturday lunch and we decided to try their best sellers to avoid the hassle of food preparation

Whether you’re raising your glass to romance or celebrating your independence, let love come in the form of special food delivery from the best on-demand food service, foodpanda. February is the best excuse to order all the food that you love and enjoy the special perks without stepping out of your comfort zone. Not only foodpanda’s operation in Manila, Baguio, Pampanga, Naga, Tagaytay, Cavite, and San Pedro, Laguna are in full swing, it’s also fully operational in provincial key cities like Cebu, Iloilo, Bacolod, Dumaguete, and Tacloban. Areas from down south like General Santos, Davao, Cagayan and de Oro are also now experiencing the convenience of ordering their favorite food at a tap of their fingers! From fancy restaurants, your favorite fast food, to the best new bites in the city,  the 50% off + free delivery perk exclusive offer this love month is everything you need to make the celebration complete! Here are some of the top-rated options to get you feeling comfy

Everyone shares a common goal this Valentine's season: to show heartfelt effort to make their loved one feel special, whether through a grand gesture or a simple, laid-back celebration. Red Ribbon’s brand ambassador, admired Film and TV actor Paulo Avelino shares the same goal this Valentine’s season. In the brand’s latest Digital video, Paulo shows us how we can make our loved ones feel special, and shares with us how his most heartfelt love is fully expressed through his favorite Red Ribbon Valentine Black Forest. Much like how Paulo takes precious time and effort to carefully plan the most impressive Valentine’s date for his special someone, Red Ribbon has masterfully crafted the most indulgent cake best for the occasion – the Red Ribbon Valentine Black Forest. The ever-indulgent Red Ribbon Valentine Black Forest comes in a limited-edition heart-shaped design perfect for the season. It is made with luscious chocolate cake and impeccably creamy icing to make t

Does anyone of you already tried Falafel? This is one of dish that vegetarian people would love to eat. I was able to try this doughnut-shaped patty when i was still working in Hong Kong. My boss really love beans for his diet. Anything made out from beans, we make sure to try it. It doesnt matter it its a new restaurant, or just an ordinary street vendor. Falafel is made from chickpeas or beans with lots of minced onion and herbs that make it so flavorful. You will not noticed that there's no meat in there. You can eat Falafel  on its own but this is reay good to have  it as a main dish, serve with Pita Bread and some fresh lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes with a nice sauce in it. What do you really know about falafel ? Falafel is very popular in Middle Eastern countries like Israel ,Syria and Egypt. The origins of falafel is still a mystery. there’s no exact evidence where and when exactly the ancient vegetarian dish was born, but we can track some of it’

Kids always look forward to birthday party celebrations, but there’s no denying that the planning process can be intimidating for parents. For those who want to give the best birthday bash for their children but don’t know where to start, look no further as McDonald’s offers a hassle-free way to plan a party! Marian Rivera-Dantes and daughter Zia choose McDo Party Take it from Marian Rivera-Dantes herself, who is seen in this new video by McDonald’s, having a breeze as she and Zia takes us through their party planning process! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQNrg_TsTe8 As one of the top birthday party destinations for kids, McDonald’s aims to make party planning as stress-free as possible. Parents can rely on McDonald’s hands-on party planners, known as Guest Experience Leaders, to stay on top of the party details from start to finish, so parents can take a back seat from the stress of planning and just enjoy milestone moments as much as they should be enjoyed. McDo P

Ever get tired of your typical burgers or fried chicken combo? For whatever reason, everyone eventually gives in and orders their usual food at their go-to fast food joints. But what if there’s a nifty way to upgrade your fast food experience? With Popeyes’ menu items, you can come up with insane fast food hybrids that you could never imagine would pair well together, but somehow do. All you need is a little creativity and an adventurous palate. Beat the food rut and try out these combinations at Popeyes for new and weirdly delicious fast food discoveries. 1. Cajun rice + creamy crab soup Starting off the list is a combo that will surely spice up your meal. Just imagine – a bowl of flavorful and slightly spicy rice mixed into a thick and savory crab soup. All of those ingredients, spices, and aromatics coming together to give you a delicious mashup with distinctive Cajun flavors. Rice lovers out there will surely go bonkers for this one. 2. Classic honey biscuit + ic

The country’s number one fast food chain never fails to bring joy to everyone, even to those on the road! Thanks to Jollibee’s Drive-Thru, customers on wheels can easily experience joy on the road and satisfy their cravings for their favorite langhap-sarap meals. With the “Drive for Joy” promo, anyone on-the-go can get even more exciting freebies and discounts when they order at Jollibee Drive-Thru stores or when they fuel up at any participating Petron stations nationwide. Every P150 minimum single-receipt purchase at Jollibee Drive-Thru or P200 minimum purchase at Petron stations give customers one (1) coupon which entitles them to a free go large iced tea when they buy any value meal, or free Jolly Crispy Fries when they spend a minimum of P200, at Jollibee Drive-Thru windows. The coupons can also be used to get a P30 discount when they purchase P500 worth of Petron fuel, or P20 off when they buy at least 1-liter Petron engine lubricants. So, what are you waiting for?

We are Turning 4 this year! At first , I decided to start writing on my blog to put my recipe or just to post my mommy adventures. But as day goes by I noticed that there are people who liked reading and visiting my blog. Of course, I was really happy that time, I didn't think that sharing my thoughts and my hobby will help  and inspire people especially mommies. There was a time that I decided to stop blogging and just focus on being a stay at home mom but reading the comments and private messages from mommies makes me decides to continue sharing what I have, what I've  learned as a mom, as a wife, and as a person who also have flaws. That's why I've decided to give back to the community of mothers who has been very supportive since day 1. I decided to have an intimate bonding moment with my mommy readers and followers this coming December. It' s going to be an afternoon of fun, food, drinks, talks and raffle prizes. There are also people and

Just when you thought that McDonald's is just a place where you can celebrate birthday parties or christening, which is the usual thing for us, well you got it wrong. Because with McDonald's you can celebrate anything. Mommy Blogger Philippines together with Ronald and the Gang held a Halloween Party for tour kids to celebrate, it was a "spooktacular" day filled with fun and surprises as fellow mommy bloggers and our kids enjoyed different games and experienced different tricks and treats prepared by and made exciting by the host from McDonald's. This experience had me thinking of celebrating my daughter's birthday at McDonald's and have a #McDoParty. The entire party a blast with all the kids dressed in their best Halloween Costumes while they were joined by Grimace and Birdie which made the kids and kids-at-heart smile and laugh. No one went home empty-handed as everyone received treats and giveaways for participating in d

Rice has played a great part on our diet as Filipinos and so as other Asian countries, a meal is not complete without it, and even with different variants and color, one thing is for sure, "we love rice".  What if  you can take your rice experience to the next level? Aside from the usual plain rice or fried rice, what if you can some magic to your rice? These questions can be stucked on your head for a while but no need to fret because the answer is here.  In a bid to be the pioneer in providing rice topping mix in the Philippines, AJINOMOTO PHILIPPINES CORPORATION (APC) launched AJI SAVOR™ on Rice in a press conference in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. AJI SAVOR™ ON RICE is a delicious and affordable way to add calcium to one’s diet. Inspired by Japanese Furikake, this product contains a blend of ready-to-eat dried umami food ingredients, like malunggay leaves, toasted sesame seeds, and meaty beef or chicken flavored granules that are used to season rice. Ea

Potatoes play a big part in the diet of Pinoys. We use them in a lot of our ulam (viands), we enjoy them for snacks like chips and fries, and they are often our preferred side dish like mashed potato. They are so versatile, and may I add, very nutritious, too!They are packed with vitamins and minerals like Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, potassium, complex carbohydrates, fiber and calcium among others. My daughter who is now in grade school benefits from all the nutritious goodness in potatoes.They are a constant in my pantry because they are very affordable. A win-win! So, I said yes right away when I was invited to the Potatoes USA Cooking Workshop. It was held last October 25 at the Magsaysay Institute of Culinary Arts in Mandaluyong City. The event was a collaboration between Potatoes USA and Momma ‘n Manila blog with guest celebrity mom-chef Rosebud Benitez-Velasco. She shared three potato recipesthat are so easy to prepare! These are U.S. Potato Crusted Salmon with Truffle P