If data from Potatoes USA is to be believed, there's no reason to shun patatas from our diet.In fact, we may need to stock up on it some more considering some of its benefits. A single serving of potato contains only 110 calories and has more potassium than a banana. Potatoes are also an excellent source of Vitamin C, providing 30% of the required daily nutritional value. It's also rich in Vitamin B6, has no sodium or cholesterol and is gluten-free. Sarah Reece, Potatoes USA global marketing manager, shared these info during a food tasting and nutrition workshop ... Continue Reading...
Degustacion at Ilustrado
To mark its 27th year, Ilustrado, a bastion of Filipino-Spanish Heritage cuisine in historic Intramuros, Manila presents a special Degustación Menu for lunch and dinner. Inspired by her childhood comfort food and the Manila food scene, Chef Bernice Pimentel rolls out a 7-course menu that includes Kilawin Salad with Fried Wonton Chips, Mangoes and Apples; Sinigang Risotto served with Grilled Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes and fried Eggplant; Chicken Binakol Consomme with Coconuts and Green Papaya served with Crackling Chili Leaf; Dalandan and Rosemary Ice Drop; ... Continue Reading...
Feliza Taverna Y Cafe by Chef Giney Villar in Taal
One thing I discovered on our day trip to Taal, Batangas: the historical place is also a foodie's destination. Even something as mundane as exploring the town market can be a delight. On that weekend when street vendors gathered in the market square, I had an excellent sampling of Batangueno home cooking - from barbecues to fish, seafood, veggies cooked in coconut milk and desserts. We had so much stuff to take home. When it comes to dining in a more formal setting, nothing beats Feliza Taverna y Cafe - undeniably the best resto right now in Taal. Manning the ... Continue Reading...
The 16th Grand Wine Experience
Did you know there's a Wine Museum in Manila? A bit far out of the way, but near EDSA, the Domestic Airport and Terminal 3. I've always relished going to this place because aside from being a Wine Museum (hotel and restaurant!), they serve very good Spanish food. Paella, lengua and of course tapas that go with one's favorite vino. I was recently invited to their Wine Wednesdays and there was certainly a lot of booze to be consumed for everyone (while observing Drink Moderately, of course!) Camus VSOP, Hennessy Bloggers had a choice among Camus VSOP, Hennessy XO, ... Continue Reading...
New chef de cuisine at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila unveils signature dishes
It is always a joy dining in Marco Polo Ortigas. Its distance from our place notwithstanding, I always look forward to civilized lunches here amid their high ceilings and sumptuous buffet that is one of the best values in Manila. We expect the quality to level up even further with the assumption of the young Giuseppe Rivoli as the hotel's new Chef De Cuisine. The 32-year old chef is a veteran of the Asian culinary scene. He was executive chef of the Trattoria Italia Restaurant group in Singapore and was also based for five years in Bali where he was at the ... Continue Reading...
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