IMBENTO ni IMELDA: Chiken Pastel topped with Torched Cheese a.k.a. Tinagong Chicken

And so I'm back!! Oh-Yes I'm back. After almost 2 busy years, the last post here is July 2013 pa, I finally decided to write again. Not that I'm not busy, ok? Busy pa rin ako. In business as usual #stressed. Playing badminton and now tennis which I really, really enjoy playing. Ayun. Just want to exercise my yummy thoughts, un lang. 



This is not the first time that I'll be posting one of Mama's invented recipes. Meron din noon-noon pa. It's also one of the reasons why I want to revive this blog site because I want to give Mama credit for her sipag and tiyaga in researching and experimenting oh-so-yummy dishes. And to give highlight for her talent in cooking. Naks Ma! For the record, kinikilig siya pag pino-post ko ung mga luto niya. 

CHICKEN PASTEL topped with TORCHED CHEESE

Time Waits for No One

I save a lot of guts writing this post. Days and weeks of thinking, deciding whether to post this or not. But it's finally done. Yes, it's already posted and all of you readers can see it now. 

Nowadays, having a tattoo is not being rebellious or something. It's part of one's statement. And besides every tattoo has it's own meaning and story. So here is mine.

Tempus Neminem Manet which means 'Time Waits for No One'. 

Since college, I've always wanted to have a tattoo. But of course I was still a teenager then and I'm afraid my parents finding out if I got inked. I'll definitely be screwed up if I did it that time. Baka mawalan pa ako ng mana. Haha. But seriously now, 21 years of age, earning my own money, understands what's right and what's wrong, matured enough to get things done on my own, I think it's time to give myself a little chance to do what I really want in my life. 

I've waited 4 years for this, and I'm happy with my decision to get a tattoo. 

Yes to my first ink!

GEEWAN: Home of Bicolano Dishes

So this summer, my family went for a vacation in Bicol. A 15-hour drive form San Jose, Nueva Ecija to Pili, Camarines Sur. It's quite a drive, huh? 


Honestly, I didn't enjoy the ride. It was bumpy and bone-shaking, really uncomfortable ride. Or maybe it was just our driver who was driving us crazy? I din't know. Screw him if that's the case. Haha! Unlike our last year's trip to Ilocos, roads were smooth and very comfortable to drive. But here, it was totally messed up.  Lot of roads and highways were being built. Oops! I forgot. Eleksyon nga pala ngayon. 


Well, all of these went away after I tried wake-boarding. Of course, it's the best thing here in Camarines Sur. You surely didn't want to miss this! 

And for the record, I finished 1 and a half laps. Not bad for a first timer, I guess.

GEEWAN: The Home of Bicolano Dishes

@ P. Burgos St., Naga, Camarines Sur

Finally, we found you. Don't you dare disappoint us especially me, I got high expectations from you! At higit sa lahat, GUTOM AKO, masama ako ma-disappoint pag gutom. 

BUSINESSMAN

So after a year (well, almost) of waiting, exploring what's gonna happen to me after graduating from college, I am now decided, fully decided that I'm following the line of my parents in putting up my own business. Take note, my own business. Hahaha mayabang! 


But of course, guidance of my parents will always be present. Hindi pwedeng mawala yun. I may be the Manager but my parents are the Boss. They're still the one who makes the decisions, taga-sunod lang ako. Well maybe yes, when the right time comes, that I can decide wisely on my own, then that's the time that I could finally consider myself one of the Boss.

(Isn't it obvious that I'm the owner of this pawnshop? Haha)

It's been almost 2 months now, and I'm happy to say I'm enjoying it. Waking up at 6 in the morning, everyday, is quite my type. Oo, feeling ko sobrang productive ko na ngayon. Unlike these past months, 8 am is the earliest time na nagigising ako. But now, for me, 7 am is already late. (Wala pa dyan ang 5 am gising ko every other day ha when I'm jogging) It only means that this business keeps me doing things that I don't normally do. Parang bawal na gamot na dati hindi naman ako gumagamit, ngayon hindi pa rin naman. Haha. Well the point is, I'm being responsible now because I already have my obligations. 

Just like the other newly built businesses, it's really hard to handle the business at first. Nangangapa pa kasi ako eh. But as time goes by, of course, with all the experiences and knowledge that I get from everyday's work, I know it will become as easy as playing badminton. Mama-master ko rin ang foot works and strokes ng pagpapatakbo ng negosyo. Sipag at tyaga lang ang kailangan! 

So I say, LET THE GAME BEGINS!!!

COCOL @ Milka Krem

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!


So, how many calories you guys had over the Holiday? 


Compute compute! 


Yeah I know, it's really hard to know. Because of the non-stop "kain-dito-kain-doon" celebration, it's really hard to monitor how much food you consumed. No one does, even a Math teacher can't. Maybe some people who are depriving themselves from the Holiday Season. For God sake, it's Christmas time! Stop dieting! :)


And honestly yes, I still have a Holiday hang over. *burp*

MILKA KREM Fresh & Natural

@ PCC, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija

 (Photo by DA USec. Segfredo Serrano)

It's my second time here at Milka Krem. The first time I was with my friends, and the second time which is today I was with my Mama. Oo naman para libre! 

Here's there Menu:

Some dairy products freshly made just for you! 

(Fresh Milk, Flavored Milk, Yogurt Drink, Cheese, Pastillas) 

Yes, I assure you guys that they really serve only fresh and natural products. It's because their factory is just right behind this store. Wise, isn't it?

SJC Chamber of Commerce, Over-all CHAMP!

Yeah!


Being part of SJCCCII (San Jose City Chamber of Commerce Industry Inc.) Badminton Team was a dream come true for me. Since SJCCCII joined the annual Inter-Agency here in our city, it's always been my dream to join them. However last year, I couldn't join them coz I was in Manila studying. Nevertheless, I was part of the team now. 

SJCCC PLAYERS

1. Men's Singles: JUSTIN FRANCISCO (1st RU)

2. Ladies' Singles: YASMIN IGNACIO (Champ)

3. Men's Doubles: GIL FRANCISCO & PAOLO TALPLACIDO (Champ)

4. Ladies' Doubles: CHEENA FRANCISCO & TINA CORNEJO (Champ)

5. Mixed Doubles: JUSTIN FRANCISCO & YASMIN IGNACIO (Champ)


It's been a month long tournament full of excitement and drama. In every game, we really tried our best to win. No mercy. Palo kung palo. But of course, we still consider other players incapability to play 'no-mercy-kind-of-game'. We gave them chance to get some points. Hahaha. *yabang-laugh*

THE FINALS

 Ate Tina and Ate Cheena, ladies champion. 

Papa and Paolo beat last year's Mens Doubles Champ. What a come back in the 2nd set, down by 4 points (16-20) and still they were able to win the match (22-20). Congrats!

A 3-set loss for me in my Singles match against the DepEd West represented by Jobet Pamintuan. I almost got it, maybe it's not my time today. Haha. But it's a one-of-a-hell match for both of us, me especially. I almost die in getting all the ball. Nabinat buong katawan ko. 

WAIT FOR MY COME BACK NEXT YEAR! *yabang laugh*

BAWI AGAD. Mixed doubles Champ! Thanks to my partner, Yasmin Ignacio.

THE CELEBRATION

THE AWARDING

TEAM CHAMP, it is. Until next year Team Chamber!

Happy playing!

Trying Southeast Asian Cuisine @ Banana Leaf

Are you guys craving for some modern Malaysian, Singaporean, Thai, Indian, Vietnamese, and Indonesian cuisine? Good! Coz I've got a nice place for you. 

BANANA LEAF ASIAN CAFE

Greenhills Promenade, G/F

(02) 706 3888

Good thing we're in Greenhills last Friday, me and Mama, we just bought some appraisal equipments for our newly planned business. But before doing our real business there, we first had our lunch. We're both craving for some Asian cuisine, so I suggested Banana Leaf. Talking like an expert but no, it's also my first time. :)

For starters, we had Tom Yam Kung soup (Php 198). The spicy-ness of the soup is just right for me, actually I like the sweet and spicy taste of it. Plus my favorite shrimp and mushroom, it's just perfect!

Chicken Satay (Php 128) - Boneless chicken on sticks with curry paste. I didn't like it with the curry paste, I prefer eating the chicken plain. 

Thai Iced Tea (Php 85) - Definitely one of the best! I missed S.R. Thai's iced tea, it's my favorite.

Yeung Chow Rice (Php 168) - Of course, it won't be complete without our favorite rice.

Half Hainanese Chicken (Php 298) - Isn't it obvious that we love chicken? Haha. It's a steamed chicken meat with a special sauce adding a very unique taste of garlic and Szechwan. Besides from its sauce, they also provide 3 different sauces. But I only tried the black sauce that tasted like barbecue. However, Mama tried it all and she all loved it. 

Sago Pudding in Thai Pandan Leaf (Php 80) - Wow! This is genius,  a very Asian kind of dessert, man. You better try this one out, trust me.

RATING: 8 of 10

Happy eating!

Mama's Sizzling Gambas

December 2nd:

SIZZLING GAMBAS

Mama's Recipe

After devouring some meat, it is time for Mama to cook something less guilt-free dish. Seafood it is. And let's all salute her for her own recipe of Sizzling GAMBAS!

Mama should learn how to present her dish appetizing. Parang nalunod ung hipon sa gulay eh. 

But despite of the not-so-pleasing look of Mama's Sizzling Gambas, haha I love you Ma, it still tastes best. It's my favorite. And I don't care how it looks like, as long as it's masarap and niluto mula sa puso. (Yown)

And then she added her old-school recipe, favorite side dish, button mushrooms & kernel corn with worcestershire sauce. Simply the best!

Happy eating!

Mama's Sizzling Steak, 1st of December

Hey guys! What' up with you? It's already December, huh?! And what does it mean?


Yeah!


It's CHRISTMAAASSS TIME!


Exchange gifts, family reunions, Christmas parties, and hell yeah for non-stop eatings!

December 1st:

SIZZLING STEAK w/ CAMPBELL's MUSHROOM GRAVY

Did I ever told you guys that my mom is a chef wannabe? So now I am telling you. She really loves to cook, besides from eating her own recipes of course, she really cooks everything, tries anything and yes, she's good at it. 

One of her favorite to cook is Sizzling Dishes. 

That's a tenderloin beef she got from S&R. I think it's 400 pesos for 2 large pieces of meat, enough for us 3. For the gravy, Mama used Campbell's mushroom soup and fixed it with some of her secret ingredients. Boom!

The beef is the best definition for tender and flavor. I highly recommend it to meat lovers like me. Then you can always pair it with your very own recipe of mushroom gravy, and some veggies for sidings. Feeling ko nasa I'm Angus Steakhouse kami.

Happy eating!