Mango and Kesong Puti Bruschetta: Antipasto with a Filipino Twist

Aside from loving May because of my birthday, I love it because of the mangoes.  Mangoes are in season here in the Philippines every May, and yes, while they are available all year, the best mangoes are the ones you Continue reading Mango and Kesong Puti Bruschetta: Antipasto with a Filipino Twist

Easy Kesong Puti Bruschetta

I have always loved our own kesong puti.  Many think that it is only good with pandesal.  But it is more flexible than many would think. Personally, I have used it as a more tasty and less expensive alternative to Continue reading Easy Kesong Puti Bruschetta

To Scrimp or Not to Scrimp: Fusilli with Toasted Vegetables, Bacon, and Anchovies

If there’s one thing I don’t like about some restaurants, it is their tendency to scrimp on key ingredients in dishes.  I had this very experience Friday night, when I ate at an Italian restaurant in Greenbelt 5.  The restaurant Continue reading To Scrimp or Not to Scrimp: Fusilli with Toasted Vegetables, Bacon, and Anchovies

Spaghetti with anchovies and cream cheese

Aside from being non-working days, there is another reason why I love Saturdays and Sundays: they are my assigned “cheat” days when it comes to food.  They’re breather days since I’m currently following a strict regimen during weekdays, and cheat Continue reading Spaghetti with anchovies and cream cheese