My Journey. Narrated in the Language of Food.
Truffles, truffle oil, and other truffle-infused products are very expensive. And so, I was very excited to receive two bottles of infused white truffle oil from my sister when she came home to Manila for a visit last year. Knowing Continue reading Truffled Steak, Eggs, and Toast = Perfect Brunch
I believe the great Julia Child was known for two things: 1) for being a pioneer writer and cook; and 2) for her love of butter. She was quoted to have said, “If you’re afraid of butter, use cream.” I’ve Continue reading Penne with Butter, Sage and Arugula
Cooking, I believe, is my therapy. It gives me a chance to de-stress and relax. It gives me chance to explore my creative side. And it gives me a welcome break from the stress that the corporate world brings. I’ve Continue reading Roast Chicken with Chorizo and Apricot Stuffing — and the Goodness of Lard
Who says you can’t have ice cream for dessert if you’re diabetic or trying to lose weight? Who says you can’t indulge in banana split? Certainly not me. Here is my sugar free version of banana split. Instead of regular Continue reading Sugar Free Dessert: Banana Split (Recipe 3 of 3)
This is an easy recipe to make. Prep is only 5-10 minutes. In the absence of sugar, bananas make a good, natural sweetener that diabetics can enjoy. The recipe also used a healthier peanut butter-oatmeal crust instead of the sweet Continue reading Sugar Free Dessert: Banana Peanut Butter Tart (Recipe 2 of 3)
Just like in millions of families, diabetes, too runs in my family. And for this reason, my father and his siblings do not fail in reminding us siblings and cousins to watch over what we are eating, especially sweets. But Continue reading Sugar Free Dessert: Banana Bread Pudding (Recipe 1 of 3)