This is my second time to go to the Chicago Comicon. As I had expected, even before the doors of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center were opened there were already hundreds of people errr nerds lined up and waiting for the final countdown for all the nerdiness to officially begin. The event starts at … More Wizard World (Chicago Comicon)
For Filipinos, the seventh birthday is considered an important milestone in a child’s life. This is the age when a child begins to socialize and starts to bond with children by virtue of age or proximity. (Thus it would not be surprising if your child’s “first best friend” turns out to be your neighbor’s … More Nina’s 7th Birthday Celebration
Nerds once again unite at the Overland Park International Trade Center for the annual Planet Comicon. Comicons are fun! For someone who isn’t a total nerd yet (me), one of the things I look forward to seeing every year are fans who dress up as their favorite characters and gamely pose for photos. Almost … More Planet Comicon
I got this recipe from Nature’s Pantry Market last week. It’s soo good I taste tested it three times! MEXICAN POTATO CASSEROLE Ingredients: 1 small Jersey Potato, diced 2 large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and diced 1 medium Carrot, shredded 1 medium Red Pepper, clean and diced 1 medium Parsnip, diced 1 tbsp Extra Virgin … More Mexican Potato Casserole
Let’s give the gift of love especially to those devastated by the storm Sendong. Want to reach out to the flood victims of tropical storm Sendong? Here’s a list where and how you can help. 1. TV5 Kapatid Foundation Cash donations may be sent through the following accounts: TV5 Kapatid Foundation Inc. BDO Savings Account … More How To Help Sendong Victims
I am so proud of myself tonight! I fixed chili for dinner using my own chili mix. Chili for a chilly night like this! TURKEY CHILI Ingredients: – 1lb ground turkey – 1 can red kidney beans – 1 can black beans – 1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes with garlic – 1 onion, minced … More Turkey Chili Night
I can’t exactly remember where I got this recipe from, but this has been one of our (and our friends’) favorites since I started making this soup. Quick and easy to make, it is positively delicious especially if you like spicy food! Mexican Chicken Lime Soup Ingredients skinless, boneless chicken breast (boiled and shredded) … More Mexican Chicken Lime Soup
Miss Universe fever is on. I wasn’t planning on watching the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant tonight. I wasn’t even aware about it until a few friends from the Philippines asked me if I can help them find a website that has live streaming. To make the long story short, I got hooked and soon found … More Miss Philippines Shamcey Supsup, 3rd Runner-Up
My breakfast today took me back to those days when I used to visit my grandparents. I had baked saging na saba (burro bananas/plantain) and a cup of white tea. As a kid I remember my family used to visit Pa and Ma (that’s how we fondly call our grandparents) and our relatives in Bicol on summer vacations. We would … More Breakfast at Pa’s
Tonight’s recipe is totally meatless – Ginisang Pechay at Tokwa (Sautéed Bok Choy and Tofu). Ginisang pechay is one of my favorite dishes. It’s delicious, easy to prepare and packed with phyto-nutrients, vitamins, minerals andanti-oxidants. Ginisang Pechay at Tokwa Ingredients: 1 lb tofu 2-3 cups chopped pechay (bok choy) 1/2 onion, sliced … More Sautéed Bok Choy and Tofu
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