Florence. – The last week of July was spent with so much walking I felt like I lost 5 kilos as I go…then again, it was also spent eating here and there that the kilos lost came back too soon! And where did our itchy feet took us, you might ask? Hubby and I went to five cities in a one-week stretch and drank history along with art, old architecture, cars, Vespas and heat in sunny, sophisticated, busy Italy.
Among the cities we’ve seen, Florence – dubbed as the Athens of the Middle Ages impressed me the most. Being on the streets walked upon by the artists responsible for the Renaissance, I had a good feeling I might be able to write my own book while there (lol). Seeing the spots Robert Langdon and Sienna Brooks trailed made Inferno a much more tangible story for us both.Continue Reading…
What’s your comfort food? I have a lot but, anything that’s cooked with fruits of the sea is comfort enough for me. As far as vim and the palate could get – a fusion between flavors – I think pasta and a mix of a Filipino favorite would be a hit. Thus, the aligue or what we endearingly call taba ng talangka (crab fat) has found a following among foodies….despite and in spite of the calorie content it will add to any dish.
And for some expats, bringing a precious bottle of this back from a Philippine vacation is a must (read: hubby and I). The aligue has become synonymous to our bagoong (shrimp paste) in a certain level. ^_^Continue Reading…
Vegetables are the bane of some people’s existence. You know you have to eat them to maintain a healthy and balanced diet. However, they can be quite bland on their own and unless you know how to make a tasty dish, they can leave a bad taste in your mouth. There are ways to add them to your diet, without it being a burden though.
Buy them fresh
Fresh vegetables are not as bland as frozen or pre-bagged vegetables. If you can, buy them from a farm. Vegetables which have been grown outside have more flavour and vitamins and minerals than those mass produced in a greenhouse. You’ll also find they are cheaper to buy fresh.
