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

The World's Best Cheesecake, Part 2

During my first visit to New York, my guide book recommended as a must, Junior’s Cheesecake, which, at one point was said to be the world’s best cheesecake.  Having tried the cheesecake myself back then, I didn’t think that there Continue reading The World's Best Cheesecake, Part 2