About Ralph

Ralph Guzman / / Foodie A Filipino Food Blogger based in Manila, Philippines Winner, 2011 Philippine Blog Awards - Food & Beverage Category

Singkamas Pie, Anyone?

My girlfriend, TJ was away on a business trip recently at the Subic Bay Freeport in Zambales. When she got back, she had a bag full of goodies — pasalubong, as we more fondly say in Filipino.  I always enjoy receiving Continue reading Singkamas Pie, Anyone?

Purple Carrots and Other Veggies Down Under

There are many things to love about Australia: the people, its tourist attractions, and of course, the foodie in me is screaming… food! Now, in relation to food, what I admire about Australia is the high standards its government has Continue reading Purple Carrots and Other Veggies Down Under

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Fresh Produce, Fun Food Trip

As I write this, the cheesy lines go over and over my head — “I left my heart in San Francisco.” I had a superb time during my trip there. It was a productive business trip, which was even made Continue reading Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Fresh Produce, Fun Food Trip

Bouchon's Macarons

Macarons, I believe are the epitome of what baking requires– precision, discipline, an eye for detail, and most importantly, good taste. These requirements are often reasons why many people — and that includes me — get intimidated at the prospect Continue reading Bouchon's Macarons

Eataly: The Best of Italy Under One Roof

New York has always been synonymous with the following: 1) Broadway; 2) Wall Street; 3) Ground Zero; 4) The Empire State Building; and 5) The Statue of Liberty. And there is one more item: Food!  New York, of course, is Continue reading Eataly: The Best of Italy Under One Roof

Creamy Spinach and Chorizo Ravioli

My greatest challenge as a home cook and blogger is time.  As you may know, I have a day job.  And with the kind of work we professionals all have on our plates, who has the time to cook?  Don’t Continue reading Creamy Spinach and Chorizo Ravioli