The Kitchen Mom by dhess

The long Christmas season is over and now it’s time for another exciting period, one filled with making resolutions and drawing up goals as we look back to help ourselves recalibrate the future. It’s that special time when we dust off the excesses of the festive holiday season and clean our plates for a fresh new start. And as new starts go, the best ones are those filled with health-giving goodness for better minds and hearts and more positive moods this year.  The new salads of Conti’s Bakeshop and Restaurant perfectly fit the bill. Light but filling, tasty but healthy, they’re sure to help make new beginnings or restarts for this exciting time of the year as delightful as everyone hopes. The Signature Salad has all the classic goodness everyone loves in one bowl – fresh strawberry slices, candied walnuts, and crispy mixed greens tossed in Conti’s’ signature raspberry vinaigrette. The dish is topped with lacey parmesan crisps for added taste and texture.   It’s something special but

 Serve a Filipino favorite staple dessert and meryenda - gulaman - and get a sweet feeling, everyday.  Take the stress out of everyday living with this simple meryenda fare without breaking the bank. Mr. Hat Gulaman is the perfect everyday meryenda for everyone – busy parents with kids who are picky eaters, students who want to add color and excitement to their lunch boxes, office workers who want to bring happy food, and everyone else. Made from the finest natural seaweed extract, Mr. Hat Gulaman offers a wide variety of flavors and colors that will suit everyone’s tastes and preferences. Flavors include orange, lychee, strawberry, grape, mango, buko pandan and even coffee. The unflavored gulaman, meanwhile, comes in black, orange, yellow, white, red and green colors. Everyday Meryenda Bond with family and friends over gulaman – from picking the flavor to creating dishes to sharing the food over meryenda or dessert, make Mr. Hat Gulaman part of the family. It is easy to prepare, and i

  Can you feel it? The cold breeze, holiday songs, festive decorations, and colorful lights and lanterns… it’s Christmas season, everybody! Filipinos are known to celebrate Christmas the longest – it starts with the BER months and ends in January. Along with parties and get-togethers, we also have different traditions to celebrate the yuletide season. Since I was a kid, I associated grapes and round fruits with the holiday season. My grandma used to buy a lot of grapes during the BER months and placed them on our table along with other fruits. The grapes were also hung on windows and doors to help bring in good fortune for the coming year. I remember her asking me who was eating the grapes as she noticed that they were slowly “disappearing” and I said it must have been my aunties and our cat. But… It was silly me all along, of course! My aunties ended up buying more, much to my delight.   For Christmas eve, my aunties and grandma would make their delicious fruit salad – a huge can of f

Here’s everything you need to know about the web series “Eats Robina Farms” Have you ever had crunchy pork menudo? Not only will culinary power couple Chef Rolando (Lau) and Chef Jacqui (Jac) Laudico introduce you to the innovative dish, but they’ll also show you how to make it in their new web series, Eats Robina Farms.  In each episode, the two superstar chefs will teach you how to put a novel spin on your favorite dishes, so that your family has fun, new ways to enjoy food together. “This show is about helping moms, dads and anyone who cooks at home - to show them mga recipes na easy to do, pero mayroon na kaunting interesting twist,” says Chef Lau. “I think that would really help them a lot because, siyempre, minsan yung mga kids natin, madali magsawa or are very particular, and the recipes that we do with Robina Farms, nakakagana talaga.” Jonathan Diño, marketing director for Robina Farms, shares that the idea for the show came about after the brand saw a steady increase of member

  To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Conti's Bakeshop and Restaurant has rolled out a handmade cake creation that tells a sweet story: the Hazelnut Fudge cake. “This decadent concoction celebrates our past, present, and future,” says Angela Conti-Martinez, one of the Conti sisters who founded and continues to own the Filipino restaurant chain. This new Conti’s Hazelnut Fudge cake is made with hazelnut mousse and vanilla cream on a bed of crushed sugar cone, with bits of brownie brittle in between, topped with chewy hazelnut fudge.  Patricia Tan, general manager and daughter of Cecille Conti-Marañon, one of the company's founders, says that her mom and two sisters, Carole Conti-Sumulong and Angela Conti-Martinez, see the new cake as a perfect representation of the founding Conti sisters.  “Just like the three main components of the cake, my mom and her two sisters complement each other very well,” Tan said. “They’re different from each other and bring something unique to the tab

  R&B stands for the initials of Rex and Bruce, who created the brand while working in China. There are more than 1,000 R&B stores across the world with presence in eight countries like US, Vietnam, Cambodia, Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Singapore As a newly acquired brand under the Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc. including Shakey’s, Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken & Sauce Bar and Potato Corner, R&B Tea Philippines has a strong bias for quality products coupled with its Wowing service culture in a clean, fun and comfortable environment.  R&B is a Tea concept that aims to redefine the authentic tea experience today, with fresh fruits and all-natural components, our tea-base concoctions ranges from macchiato tea capped with cheese cream to our signature Brown Sugar Boba series.   R&B places great emphasis on the origins of the tea leaves and delicate preparations to ensure the perfect tea blend Extending the complete product line up from of R&a

Most of us turn to our childhood for the nostalgia of simpler, more carefree times. A simple mention of a funny or meaningful event from our childhood is enough to get us reminiscing with family and friends. It instantly takes us back to a totally different way of life, making us miss the old times. This is why we treasure items from the past. Memories and sentimental value make it difficult for us to part with them. Whether it’s things we used to enjoy as kids, pamana keepsakes from our parents, or little things we occasionally used to get as treats, these items from our childhood will always hold a special place in our hearts. CDs and cassette tapes Today, we listen to our favorite artists with just a few taps on our smartphones. But back in the day, we still had to go to our favorite music store to grab a cassette tape or CD of their latest and greatest hits. Then, we would pop them into either a Walkman or CD player to listen to the tracks. For music lovers and collectors with a ta

On a mission to continue providing healthcare and safety benefits to its Ka-pandas, foodpanda has partnered with KonsultaMD to provide its fleet of partner riders, e-scooters, bikers, and walkers with free telemedicine consultation services.  Through the partnership, which ran March to June, thousands of Ka-pandas from the country’s leading online quick commerce platform were offered 24/7 free unlimited voice consultations and 4 video consultations with licensed medical doctors through the KonsultaMD app.   “Maayos naman po ang naging experience ko rito sa KonsultaMD sa pag-papakonsulta ng aking nararamdaman sa dibdib. Binigyan po ako agad ng reseta sa online session. Maganda po ang serbisyo, para na rin akong nagpatingin sa ospital, “said Junrey Sahitas, a 22-year-old foodpanda partner rider.  Aside from the video consultations, the healthcare program also included prescriptions, laboratory requests, and other services.  As a father to a 7-month-old baby, Renz Cedrick Sta. Maria was d

Snacks are a surefire way to bring fun and excitement to every member of the family. Whether they’re working or learning from home or on-site, or hanging out with loved ones in their spare time, it can always be a good time when there’s Jack ‘n Jill Snacktime Favorites. Jack ‘n Jill Snacktime Favorites are biscuits and cake treats that the whole family can enjoy whenever, wherever. Spending recess with classmates For many students, it’s been more than two years since they were in the classroom with their buddies. Having treats, such as a cream-coated pretzel snack like Knots, as part of their baon can make their recess with friends more enjoyable. Celebrating students’ wins Whether it’s acing a quiz or completing a grueling presentation, take a quick break and celebrate small wins with Quake Overload. This snack has layers of cake and delicious filling, coated with chocolate, and topped with drizzle, which definitely adds a burst of good vibes, making it the perfect rewarding treat for

  When you’re craving something affordable yet delicious, go for JolliSavers! Times may be tough right now with the prices of commodities feeling like they’re always going up, but even with these challenges, there’s absolutely no reason to spare yourself the treats you deserve. When you’re craving something affordable yet delicious and satisfying, you can always turn to the sulit-sarap joy that Jollibee’s JolliSavers never fails to bring! It doesn’t take a lot of money to enjoy your Jollibee favorites that make up the JolliSavers. Treat yourself to the beefy, langhap-sarap Yumburger; the meatiest, cheesiest, sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti; the beefy, saucy, linamnam-ulam Burger Steak; or the goodness of the creamy tuna filling inside that beloved golden pie crust of the original Tuna Pie. They’re all so satisfying for an affordable price! “Rising prices for goods certainly doesn’t don’t have to mean that we have to deal with settle for sad food choices. With the JolliSavers, Jollibee is d

  Our favorite local cheese brand, Danes Cheese , is back with yet another hilarious film from GIGIL Philippines for us to enjoy. If before they showcased their various flavors of cheese blocks in a teleserye-like ad, their mascots have taken more mature roles in this slasher (in this case, slicer?) film!  The film starts off with a guy wearing a cheese-block costume taking a shower.  However, his bath time gets interrupted by a looming shadowy figure…who has something sinister in mind. Inspired by classic thrillers such as ‘Psycho’ and ‘The Shining,’ Danes Cheese wants to communicate the benefits of using Danes Cheese Slices–their new and improved formulation makes it perfect for burgers and sandwiches!  Since its release, the film has amassed over 3.1M views and counting. Click here to watch the video. Social media users praised the ad for its humor and uniqueness. Every pack of Danes Cheese Slices contains 22 slices, so it’s actually cheaper per gram than cheese blocks – making i

  What do you remember most about your childhood? As you grow older, the fun and exciting memories are usually the ones you can easily look back to. Reminiscing the days spent playing games with your childhood friends while enjoying goodies can instantly put a smile on your face. And with Jack ‘n Jill Nips’ NEWEST flavor, Strawberry Delight, you can reawaken that inner child in you and fall in love again with one of your favorite childhood treats.    The NEW Nips Strawberry Delight is a yummy and affordable treat that is made with creamy Ruby Cocoa, balanced with a luscious strawberry flavor—all lovingly embraced by a crunchy candy coating that we all grew to love.  There’s no doubt that Nips played a huge role in our childhood. Its irresistible, creamy, and delicious chocolate flavor makes reminiscing about the good old days the best. But the good days don’t have to stay in the past. You can relive and experience these moments with your friends – both old and new. Nips will surely giv

  We all love a classic roasted chicken. But once in a while, don’t we just look for an egg-citing twist and flavors to our favorite roasted chicken? Taste the egg-ceptional newest offering of Kenny Rogers Roasters: Salted Egg Roast, Unfried Fried Chicken, & Unfried Fried Chicken Bun — your all-time favorite Kenny’s dishes, which are elevated with special salted egg flavors to make everyone egg-static with every bite! Available at all Kenny Rogers Roasters stores nationwide starting April 25, customers can enjoy the rich taste of Salted Egg Roast, which is marinated in special herbs and spices, and garnished with the deliciously addicting salted egg powder and salted egg sauce. Looking for a healthier option? Kenny Rogers Roasters has you covered! The new offering also comes in Salted Egg Unfried Fried Chicken, which is cooked through an oven with circulating hot air and is not deep fried! The result: crispy skin, juicier meat and no excess oil used in the cooking process as it use

  The United States is full of incredibly diverse foods and diets, and the idea of trying to pick just one can be a difficult task! However, from the Creole food of New Orleans to the Food Truck Culture of San Francisco, there are plenty of places that are appealing to your stomach! These are the top food cities in the USA, and why you should move to them! Why The Food Matters When you're looking at places to move, the average person may consider things like the average house payment, the number of jobs in an area, or even what schools there are: but it's also a good idea to consider the food that's there! Food is a large part of our daily life and controls everything from spending time with our families to what types of social activities we do. So seek out an area that has amazing food and incredible entertainment, and you'll be set for life! New York City, New York New York City is known for one food above all else: pizza. There are hundreds of pizzerias spread out o

  Love is a wonderful journey of discovery. With time, people come to know new things to love about their loved ones — making them find more reasons to celebrate love each day. While every year presents a different set of challenges, it also inspires people to go further lengths in making their loved ones feel special. This month of love, another perfect opportunity comes upon everyone to express their thoughtfulness and give love in the sincerest ways they can — from sending care packages to writing sweet tributes to planning a Valentine celebration (together or apart). And what better way to complement their efforts and show their love than with a Red Ribbon Valentine Black Forest Cake: an elegant, heart-shaped creation that marks a true expression of a love most sincere. Red Ribbon’s Valentine Black Forest is a luscious chocolate fudge cake that comes in a limited edition heart-shaped design. It is topped with rich chocolate shavings and drizzles of Ruby chocolate — which is the wor

  The saying that moms always know best has always been true for generations. Whatever the family needs—especially the kids—moms always give those that pass their strictest and most stringent standards. Iya Villana-Arellano, TV host and mom of three (soon to be four!), is no different. She gives her all in all her pursuits, but no matter how busy her schedule gets, she always makes sure that her family only gets the best. Whenever Primo, Leon or Alana crave for that chocolate-y goodness, Iya most definitely chooses the Red Ribbon Triple Chocolate Roll. A sweet and chocolate-y bonding moment is the highlight of the latest digital video of Red Ribbon’s Triple Chocolate Roll, where Iya makes sure that her family gets only the best experience by saving the day with her supermom flexes, speed and intuition and of course treating the family with the Red Ribbon Triple Chocolate Roll. “At Red Ribbon, we’ve long taken to heart how moms only want to give the best to their families,” says Cathlee

It’s hot and fiery at Kenny Rogers Roasters as it lets diners experience savory and deliciously healthy food with the Chipotle Spicy Roast and Ribs, all set to make a comeback this January 2022 ! The go-to meal for all the adventurous food lovers who particularly enjoy a little kick to their food, each plate of the Chipotle Spicy Roast and Ribs brings in all the fiesta elements and vibrancy to the palate. The chicken and ribs are roasted and grilled to a perfect orange-golden brown with spices on the surfaces. To elevate the juicy roasted chicken and ribs, the meat is cooked with smoked hot chili taste and aroma balanced with herbs and spices. Complementing it are two new sauce options: the Salsa Caliente to bring the spice to the next level, and the Salsa Verde to balance and clean the palate with its citrus flavors.   Guests have the option to enjoy the Chipotle Spicy Roast (P320) Solo B Plate which includes a quarter chicken or the Chipotle Spicy Ribs (P525) Solo B Pla