Did you know that premiere panaderia Pan de Manila has a special, by-appointment hands-on learning program called Lakbay Aral sa Pan de Manila? I’ve always loved their pillowy soft and fragrant pan de sal, so I couldn’t say no when I was given the opportunity to experience making bread myself. I spent Saturday afternoon at…
Keto-friendly Meals by Lily HC Review
If you follow me on Instagram, you would know that I am currently in the middle of a weight loss and physical fitness journey. I’m not happy with myself. I turned 50 this year and if I’m obese, old, and frumpy I would be so pitiful. Since I was overweight most clothes looked bad on…
Grace Park Dining at Gateway Mall 2
My daughter celebrated her 20th birthday earlier this week. Her birthday dinner request was Grace Park Dining at Gateway Mall since we’ve ever eaten there. Grace Park Dining is owned by Chef Margarita Fores, who also owns Cibo, The Loggia, and Lusso. I read that this restaurant has a farmhouse theme. There are wooden tables,…
Fine Filipino food at Siklab+, Shangri-la Plaza Mall
My mom is vacationing here in the Philippines this December. This time, my aunt, who hasn’t been home to PH in over 40 years, will be joining her. It was time to look for good Filipino food. Mom said she wants someplace new. We’ve already eaten at Manam and Mesa countless times… she said she…
K-Drama Faves: Love Next Door
For my 122nd K-Drama series, I decided to watch Love Next Door starring Jung So-min and Jung Hae-in. I liked Alchemy of Souls largely due to Jung So-min’s portrayal of Mudyeok. That said, having her as the female lead is a draw for me. Love Next Door is a simple and predictable series about childhood…