tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7893223061842906302024-03-13T20:51:14.364+08:00The Phenomenal MamaThe Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.comBlogger678125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-47291156205906612522020-03-12T12:25:00.002+08:002020-03-12T12:25:46.804+08:00The New Gloria Maris Greenhills<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Gloria Maris has been a fixture in the Greenhills area for as long as I can remember. I have celebrated with family, relatives and friends so many events and happy occasions here - birthdays, baptisms, weddings, ting huns, even just ordinary Saturday dimsums with the kids. </div>
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This is one of the fave dining spots of the Greenhills Chinese community.</div>
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For my own mommy group, one of the fave brunch/lunch meet-up places is Gloria Maris because of its proximity to our kids' school and if we can't decide where to eat, this is usually our default choice because we also really can't get enough of its' food.</div>
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But then there was a time in the past few years that the quality of the food deteriorated. I think it was the same time when they transferred to the new building and the head chef left for Choi Garden. I'm sure you noticed it, too. Around this time, most of the family elders who took charge of deciding where to eat, shifted their culinary allegiance to Choi Garden. </div>
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When I heard the recent development that Frank Lao (owner of Choi Garden) took over Gloria Maris, I couldn't wait to revisit if only to check if the kitchen would benefit from that takeover. </div>
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Such great timing that Janica, daughter of Frank Lao, invited us over to sample what #TheNewGloriaMaris offers. It was the perfect time to meet up with my friends and meet new ones. We celebrated the birthday salubong na din of Nat of The Hungry Chef.</div>
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<i>This is really a fave. The pork belly is flavorful with minimum amount of fatty layers</i></div>
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<i>Mini Taro Basket with Prawns and Scallop </i><br />
<i>This is not new on the menu and I've had it several times before. I still love it!</i></div>
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<i>Since I was seated with famous food bloggers who takes their food shots seriously, the food has to go around the table twice. First round for taking photos, second one for getting food. </i></div>
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<i> Lamb Chops with Mint Jelly</i><br />
<i>This is a new item on the Gloria Maris menu. It got the most raves from our table. </i></div>
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<i>Australian Wagyu Beef in Black Pepper Sauce. </i><br />
<i>This is another new entry to the revised menu of Gloria Maris.</i></div>
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<i>This is our full menu. No wonder we were so full. </i><i>By the time the misua came out, we were hardly touching the food anymore. It's a good thing the waiters noticed and started giving out take out containers so anyone who wanted to bring home the excess food can do so.</i><br />
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It was a meal I won't forget anytime soon! I'll be sure to be back and bring my family with me so they can also try for themselves the improved flavors of #TheNewGloriaMaris.</div>
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-18212407090997128932020-03-10T13:31:00.001+08:002023-06-06T10:41:01.703+08:00Palanca Letter + Bouquet for BOur middle child just finished with her Days with The Lord (DWTL) weekend.<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;"><i>Days with the Lord is a 3-day retreat all juniors in my girls' school have to attend.</i></span></div>
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On her 3rd and last day, we picked her up and headed straight to her fave Japanese resto, TOMO.<br />
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We ate her fave food while she told us of her experience, which I won't be sharing here so as to not spoil it for others who might not have gone through with it yet.<br />
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My oldest daughter had hers last 2016, and I wrote about it and <a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2016/09/a-letter-to-my-daughter.html" target="_blank">shared the palanca letters we prepared for her in this post.</a><br />
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But come 2020, the teacher mentioned during the parent seminar for DWTL that some parents brought in bouquets. I am clueless about protocols like this. So much so that during J's grade school graduation, I did not prepare anything for her! Meeep! And she told me many years after that she felt so out of place because lots of her classmates were holding a bouquet daw. From then on, I made sure to have a bouquet on hand during special occasions in school.<br />
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But because I have been an advocate for living a low-waste life, a bouquet of flowers seem so wasteful and unnecessary kase itatapon lang after. I decided to just DIY a food bouquet filled with her fave snacks.<br />
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She seemed happy with it naman.:)<br />
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B always gives me such creatively done letter for my birthday, and so i wanted to do the same for her Palanca. I spent half a day doing the layout and the cutting and the assembly for this. But it's worth it naman.<br />
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I wrote more about Palanca letters <a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2016/09/a-letter-to-my-daughter.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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With 3 teens (1 turning into a young adult this year), I am very much aware that I will soon be an empty nester. So while I still can, I want to do this for them. </div>
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Even my college girl still prefers home-cooked baon. She tried buying lunch from the school canteen for 3 months when her siblings were on their summer break, and she wanted to cry as she found herself putting on pounds. But other than that, she also still appreciates my effort in still preparing food for her.</div>
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On my part, I get great satisfaction and joy from doing things for them that's not out of necessity but as an extra. I mean, I know how busy their lives are - from studies, to extra-curricular, to sports. If I can show them that I support them by preparing food to nourish them and satiate their hunger, why not, di ba?</div>
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I chronicle the lunch baon that I prepare for them on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thismommaloves/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThisMommaLoves/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. If you search for <b>This Momma Loves</b>, this is what you'll see:<br />
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But I'll be honest and tell you that there are days I get on a baon rut, and its usually on Mondays. When that happens, I cannot thank my constant freezer staples enough.<br />
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One of my go-to ulam options is <b>SeaKing</b> boneless unseasoned bangus belly. I just marinate overnight in vinegar, salt, freshly cracked peppercorns and bay leaf. The next day, I dry and dust with cornstarch before frying. That's it!<br />
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I am making the most out of this while I still can. In a few years time, they will all be grown and living on their own, and even if I want to cook for them, I can't. Or baka pwede din... I'll just send it over to them, ano?<br />
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It may not be obvious just by looking at me, but my cholesterol levels are out of range. </div>
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I can blame genetics, but I can also take control of lowering my cholesterol levels by adjusting my diet. While I already watch what I eat, I learned that by just incorporating 2 scoops or 8 tablespoons of <b>Quaker Oats</b> daily, I am on my way to kickstart a heart-healthy lifestyle. </div>
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<i>I may seem game, but in reality my hands were clammy. Takot ako sa dugo at karayom.😰💉🩸</i></div>
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Oats is a common cereal noted for its heart benefits, owing particularly to its high soluble fiber content called beta-glucan. Scientific studies have shown that beta-glucan is capable of lowering the cholesterol level in the blood, particularly LDL-cholesterol. </div>
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<br />The <b>Quaker Smart Heart Challenge</b> aims to help individuals lower their high cholesterol in just 30 days by making one simple change: incorporating two scoops or eight tablespoons of Quaker oatmeal daily, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol. </div>
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This challenge was created to help adults learn about and develop heart-healthy eating habits, especially now that more and more individuals - including more and more young Filipinos - are experiencing heart problems and high cholesterol levels.<br /><br />To show how simple, convenient and tasty an oats-filled diet can be, Quaker partnered with health coach Nadine Tengco to create a variety of sweet and savory recipes to complement the 30-day Quaker Smart Heart Challenge, perfect for Filipinos of all ages who are looking to take better care of their hearts. </div>
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Make your own oats breakfast jars with recipes like Coco-Choco Oat Jar and Oats n’ Mango Breakfast Jar, or step up your morning pick-me-up with Choco Oats pancakes.<br /><br />
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Every so often, usually on weekends, I get a taste of the empty nesters life when all the kids have plans to go out with friends. When that happens, c and I try to enjoy our time together by trying out a new resto. We enjoy these long dinners together when we can take our time and not worry about having to pick up a child from training or a late law class.</div>
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A few weekends ago, we had one of those nights and we chose to try <b>La Vita Ristorante Italiano</b>, an newly opened Italian restaurant at Podium Mall. I wanted to try La Vita because I've seen friends post about their <b>Burrata Pizza</b>. Imagine a whole burrata ball on top of a pizza! Yum!</div>
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We visited on a Saturday, and the place was full of diners, mostly families, with a few couples out on a date, like us. I'm not surprised that its full, the chic and modern-looking restaurant offers good food that's reasonably priced. Their menu including some of my favorite Italian offerings like fresh pasta, wood-fired pizza, burrata and pulpo carpaccio.</div>
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<i>Carpaccio di Pulpo (octopus) with Italian vinaigrette. So good!</i></div>
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When moms hear "Me Time," the first thing that goes to mind is that we need to get away for some time alone. While a trip abroad would be a fun thing to do, the reality is most of us can't just jet away for some personal alone time as often as we'd like.<br />
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In order to make Me Time a daily habit, we need to realize that this much-needed personal escape is something that we can all do during our pockets of quiet all throughout the day.<br />
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For myself, one of my favorite ways of spending my time alone is to curl up on my side of the bed. I often do this in the early afternoon, right after lunch, to prepare me for the busy pre-dinner time. There are times this happens at night, right after dinner, before I go to bed. With a good book in hand, I am content with everything in my life. If there's no book, there are a lot of saved online articles to read or sometimes I enjoy watching Gordon Ramsay's Masterchef, too.<br />
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What completes this ritual for me is catching a whiff of the mild clean scent of my sheets. For me, the scent of my sheets is like an anti-stress agent which helps to relax me. Parang when I smell it, it sends a signal to my brain to relax.<br />
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I usually cook salmon with just salt and pepper and a bit of butter. Taking it out of the pan when it's medium-well, cover it and letting the residual heat cook the fish.<br />
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We also enjoy salmon when cooked with honey and soy sauce. The combination of honey and soy creates this umami combo of sweet and salty that's a perfect foil to the salmon. I figured that since I'm using the Keta Salmon variety, cooking it with sauce is one sure way to ensure a juicy and tender flesh.<br />
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When I first made this years ago, I followed the recipe that says to marinate the salmon in the honey-soy sauce mixture, but then I find that it burns so fast because of the caramelization of the honey. Through the years, I've tweaked the recipe, and the one I'm using now is, in my opinion, the easiest way to do Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon.<br />
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Salmon is quite pricey, and its a good thing my kids love to eat everything - including the skin!<br />
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First thing I do is to make sure that the scales have been removed.<br />
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Then, I dry the salmon very well with paper towels to make sure I can get the skin to sear and crisp. I also season the skin with a generous amount of salt.<br />
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I place it on a pre-heated lightly oiled pan. You'll know its hot enough when you hear a sizzling sound when the fish touches the pan.<br />
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Let the salmon cook for 80% of the time on the skin side. This allows the skin to crisp up, and also results in a gentler cooking for the flesh.<br />
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Depends on the size of your fillet, but for me it would be approximately 3-5 minutes on the skin side and another 2 minutes on the other side. Again, this would depend on the size of your fish and the heat of your pan. If it's a big and thick fillet, I partially cover the pan to make sure the insides cook at the same time. I don't cover it fully to allow steam to escape because it is important for me to have crisp skin. Pinag-aagawan kase yung balat dito sa bahay.<br />
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This will give you salmon that is perfectly cooked to medium – the flesh is flaky and moist inside. It should retain that slightly pink color. You know you've overcooked it when the inside turns into pale pink that's bordering on white.<br />
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2 tbsp honey<br />
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1 tbsp oyster sauce<br />
1 teaspoon sesame oil<br />
1 heavy dash white pepper<br />
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2 SeaKing Keta salmon slab <br />
Olive oil<br />
Salt and pepper<br />
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Sesame seeds<br />
Finely sliced chives or shallots/scallions<br />
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1. Take salmon out of the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. Pat salmon skin dry with a paper towel and sprinkle with salt and pepper.<br />
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3. Drizzle oil in a non stick fry pan and heat over medium high heat. Place salmon in the pan, and cook skin side up 3 - 5 minutes until skin crisps up. Turn, then cook the other side for 2 - 3 minutes.<br />
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4. Pour in the honey soy mixture all over the pan as soon as you flip the salmon, and cook until the fish is tender and flaky.<br />
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5. Serve salmon drizzled with sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chives/shallots/scallions, if desired. Arrange bok choy/vegetables on plate.<br />
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I also like to make extra of this because the kids like it when I turn the leftovers into Salmon Onigiri the next day.<br />
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I used <b>SeaKing Wild Alaskan Keta Salmon</b> slab in this recipe. One of the things I appreciate about SeaKing is that each slab is individually wrapped in serving portion. Unlike the other brands that I buy where I have to purchase a very big slab and cut it to serving portion size by myself.<br />
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It's my first time to try the Keta variety. When I opened the pack, I immediately noticed the paler color. It also doesn't have the strong salmon flavor that I am accustomed to, so this is perfect for people who prefer a milder salmon flavor. No fishy after-taste whatsoever.<br />
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While cooking, I discovered that Keta Salmon is leaner. I'm used to cooking salmon with a higher fat content, and I had to adjust my cooking time and method to make sure that I don't put a dry salmon on the dining table. I found that the best way to cook Keta salmon is to let it simmer along with the sauce to ensure that the meat stays tender. Overcooking salmon is a sure way to get tough and chewy meat. Not appetizing at all!<br />
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Strengthening cardiac muscles and repairing cardiovascular tissues</div>
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Promoting mood related signals and optimal brain function</div>
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Reducing the risk of depression, ADHD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia</div>
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Just a few days ago, I had lunch at the newly opened hotpot restaurant in the area. Since I was early, I decided to go around first, and I spotted <b>Beard Papa's</b>!<br />
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<i>their new product offering called Lange de Chat puff because it's soooo good!</i></div>
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I first tasted Beard Papa's more than a decade ago in Hong Kong. I remember when we would visit Hong Kong, our last stop on our last day would be the basement of Sogo Department Store in Causeway so we can buy these pastries and bring them home.<br />
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I took a closer look at this store since I really miss their cream puffs. I was intrigued by this new product offering called <b>Langue de Chat</b> puff. The cashier told me it was like the regular puff, but with a crisp and crunchy exterior. </div>
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Here's the regular pie puff (on the left) and the Langue de Chat Puff (on the right) for comparison.<br />
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It comes in 3 different flavors, but I've only tasted Custard and White Peach. They say that White Peach is the bestseller in Japan. But I'm a purist when it comes to my cream puff fillings and so it's just expected that I really enjoyed the custard.<br />
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The counter attendant fills up the cream puffs upon order so you are sure of it's freshness. The crunchy exterior is a good foil to the creamy interior.It's a perfect textural match!<br />
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Only for the month of September, because they are celebrating their 20th anniversary, they are offering a limited edition promo: Buy 3 regular pie puffs and 3 Langue de Chat puffs for 20% off the original price.</div>
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There's another new player to the local milk tea scene, <b>Xing Fu Tang</b>. This Taiwanese chain whose name means Realm of Happiness is known for its unique stir-fried brown sugar pearls. I've tasted several brown sugar milk tea, but what sets Xing Fu Tang apart is that they stir-fry their brown sugar pearls in brown sugar.</div>
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This one is located right in fron of Beard Papa. After you order your cream puffs, go have your milk tea fix na din.<br />
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<i>Xing Fu Tang stir-fries the pearls in front of everyone in a big iron wok. </i><br />
<i>This way of cooking makes sure that the pearls are have a sticky and super chewy texture </i><br />
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The pearls are dropped to your drink as soon as you order and you can see the sticky and sweet pearls transform into the tiger streaks that you see on the side of the cups, a sign that you are getting newly produced syrup.<br />
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I love brown sugar milk tea as the next person, but I cannot resist Xing Fu Tang's unique offering: the <b>Mango Smoothie with Bunny Panna Cotta</b><br />
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This aesthetically pleasing combination of blended mango smoothie, red pearls, and the cutest rabbit-shaped pana cotta is the most expensive item on the menu at P140. The rich blend of mango is refreshing, and the pearls are super sticky and chewy, almost like eating mochi - among the best that I've tasted!</div>
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<b>Choi Hot Pot</b> is now open at Promenade. While there are a lot of hot pot restaurants in Manila, what sets them apart is that almost all their ingredients, from the meat, seafood and balls, are flown in fresh everyday from Hong Kong. As you can see, the balls are bigger than usual, and the variety is not what you will usually find in other restaurants.<br />
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The shrimps are so fresh that they were still alive when they were served to us. </div>
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Wagyu beef strips and Australian fat beef cubes were the highlights of our table.<br />
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Choi Hot Pot also prides itself in their specialty - their rich and unique broth. I was able to try their herbal broth, infused with different Chinese tonic herbs like goji berries, red dates, etc. It tasted a lot lighter and healthier. I like it!<br />
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Eating hot pot is a fun and filling way to spend the time eating and chatting because you’re literally hanging around a hot pot at the table where you cook and eat together. My family loves hot pot and there's another reason to love Choi Hot Pot - their hot pot tray goes up separating the balls, meat, vegetables from the broth so you don't have to keep on searching for that last few remaining pieces.<br />
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There's no right or wrong way to do it. Some people prefer to dump everything all oat once, let it come to a boil and leave it to simmer and eat them. Others like to just put in the piece that they want to eat. For me, the only rule to follow in this communal style of cooking and eating is to make sure to not use your eating utensils to get food from the pot.<br />
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Choi Hot Pot is currently on a promo tie-up with BDO. 50% off on lunch and dinner, Mondays thru Fridays, for a minimum of P5,000 food bill.<br />
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Since then, I got a lot of request from friends and followers to share the No Bake Cookie Butter Cheesecake... so due to public demand, here it is! </div>
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Since there is absolutely no baking or cooking involved, it can be done by someone with zero kitchen experience, but I assure you they taste like they were made by an absolute pro. Promise! This no bake cheesecake recipe is one of my most favorites because of the ease of the procedure and the delectable combination of the cookie butter and cream cheese!<br />
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I usually make them in the Ready-Wrap round containers so it's always ready for my kids to bring as baon to share with friends. The size is just right to enjoy the sweet treat without indulging too much, di ba? </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">No bake Cookie Butter Cheesecake</span></b><br />
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Crust:<br />
2 cups biscoff cookies, finely crushed in food processor<br />
1/2 cup (approx. 200g) melted butter<br />
Cookie butter spread, melted<br />
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Cheesecake filling:<br />
2 packages cream cheese, at room temperature (I used Magnolia)<br />
1 pack all purpose cream, chilled and whipped (I used Nestle)<br />
1/2 cup sugar<br />
5 tablespoons milk (I used Cowhead)<br />
2 tablespoon unflavored gelatin (2 sachets of Knox unflavored gelatin)<br />
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Toppings:<br />
Biscoff spread, smooth variety, melted<br />
Biscoff cookies<br />
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The base:<br />
1. Blend the biscoff cookies in a food processor into fine crumbs. Pour into a bowl.<br />
2. Combine crumbs and melted butter and mix thoroughly. Press into bottom of<br />
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3. Microwave ½ cup of biscoff cookie butter spread for a few seconds until melted. Cool for<br />
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4. Chill covered in ref for an hour. You can prepare this one day before.<br />
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The filling:<br />
1. Beat cream cheese until softened. Add sugar.<br />
2. Soak gelatin in milk for 5 minutes, and heat it up (or place it in microwave) until gelatin<br />
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3. Whip chilled cream until soft peaks form. Fold in whipped cream into cream cheese<br />
mixture.<br />
4. Spread on top of chilled crust in each container. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until the<br />
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Assembly:<br />
1. Melt Biscoff spread in the microwave for several seconds until melted. Drizzle on top of<br />
cheesecake as desired.<br />
2. You can also top with whipped cream and cookie crumbs if desired.<br />
3. Cover and store leftover in the ref.<br />
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Unilever is in every Filipino family's grocery cart. I don't think its possible to do the grocery and not have a single Unilever item to purchase.</div>
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On Friday, August 9, 2019, you can look forward to just that with Unilever’s first ever<br />#BeautyThatCares Sale, exclusively on Shopee! <div>
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That’s the song going through my head as I ordered a drink from Serenitea.</div>
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I kept seeing my IG friends post about their Sesame Street metal straws from Serenitea so I decided to visit this week. It's so cute and my daughter really wanted to have one for herself!<br />
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It is with the same spirit of sharing that I am also writing about our Tokyo trip. Hopefully, you will all learn something from it. I hope you can have the same fun experiences like we did, and avoid our travel mistakes.<br />
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But I'm also doing this so the kids and I have something to look back on a few years from now. I realized that in a few years, my kids are all going to be grown, and I just want them to be able to look back on something from their younger years. I don't even know why I'm turning sentimental all of a sudden.<br />
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I'm glad that my eldest is now old enough to help with planning. I just took it easy and shared planning duties with her.<br />
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Just for extra measure, aside from having our passports, airline tickets, itinerary in my digital folder and in my email, I also have a printed copy with me.<br />
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<i> These slim type accoridon folders are perfect for holding travel documents neatly into sections which can be identified easily. You can get yours from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopsueystore/?hl=en" target="_blank"><b>ShopSueyStore</b></a></i></div>
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Here are screenshots of our working TripIt itinerary. We tried to follow it, but in reality it just served as a guide. It's really best to be allow for some spontaneity, making changes as you go along your trip.<br />
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We flew JAL for this trip and we were very satisfied with the in flight service.<br />
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Prior to flying, I already heard so much good reviews about the in-flight menu, and I heard right! The food they serve is exceptional for airline catering standard.<br />
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They also have a drinks menu. A good variety at that! Juices, soda, coffee, tea, wine, beer, sake and various liquors — were available. They even have an exclusive JAL drink, the SkyTime yuzu citrus fruit juice drink only offered through Japan Airlines.</div>
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All passengers end the meal with a pint of Haagen Dazs ice cream.<br />
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<i>I love it when our chosen airline still use metal cutlery</i></div>
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<i>The in-flight meal is actually impressive. Masarap sya!</i></div>
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JAL makes sure that passengers get quality meals by offering new in-flight meals designed by 6 young chefs fresh off RED U-35, Japan’s largest culinary competition.<br />
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The new in-flight meals are a variety of Japanese, French, Italian and Chinese cuisines. There’s also a special menu for children on board, a menu for vegetarians, for those with allergies who are avoiding certain ingredients, for the health-conscious passengers, and for those with special religious dietary needs.<br />
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Most travelers recommended that the easiest and most convenient way to get to downtown Tokyo from Narita airport is by the <b>Narita Airport limousine bus</b>! They also said that they bought their tickets through Klook, but I just went to the webpage directly and ordered the <a href="https://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/information/visitor_tickets/multi/index.html" target="_blank">multi voucher</a> from them. You can select the appropriate voucher for your own need <a href="https://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/guide/ticket/index.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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PHP2,174 for a round trip ticket for one via klook as opposed to only paying PHP1,932 for one round trip ticket by ordering from the webpage directly. It's just a few pesos, but we are a family of 5, and expenses could easily pile up during a Japan vacation so I save however and whatever way I can.</div>
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Here we are waiting for our bus to arrive.<br />
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The seats were comfortable with enough legroom to stretch our legs. The limousine personnel helped everyone with our luggage. all we had to do was just present our tickets and go in the bus. Sadly, the free wifi was not working.<br />
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We chose to look for an Air Bnb within the Shibuya district. We have 3 teens and we figured that this area known for its youthful vibe is a good fit for our family. The teens can go around on their own, while the older ones can choose to rest back to rest. There are a lot of places of interests in a safe walking distance away.</div>
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<i>Our home in Tokyo for 10 days</i></div>
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It's ironic that for a country as modern as Japan, free access to WiFi is so hard to come by. Having said that, one of the most valuable things you can have in Tokyo is a pocket Wi-Fi device.<br />
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I paid Y6,990 (around P3,200) for 10-day rental of the premium pocket wifi offered by Global Advanced Comm. Although they can deliver to us, our Air BnB host advised us that she won't be on-site to pick up the item. I just claimed the package at Narita terminal 2 by presenting my passport.</div>
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Pero guys, di gumana the whole time. We emailed them to complain. We tried restarting and resetting to no avail. In the end, we decided to ask for a full refund because we were not able to utilize it. I do not recommend!<br />
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-7868475454526477692019-07-19T14:08:00.001+08:002019-07-22T10:32:32.349+08:00Singapore National Age Group 2019The reason for Singapore as our choice of destination this summer fully relied on the fact that R has a swimming competition there. He swam at the OCBC Aquatic Centre, Singapore Sports Hub for the 50th Singapore National Age Group competition.<br />
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<i>I honestly did not want to go to Singapore for 9 freaking long days. If fave son did not want to go compete lang, I would not even consider going back to SG. But he said he wanted to swim, so I go and support him. That's how moms are naman, di ba? We just support our kids in their passion.</i></div>
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Everyday, I'd wake up early to prep his breakfast because the food outlet in the hotel is still closed, and nearby restos are closed pa din. He'd walk out the door to meet his coach and teammates in the lobby and commute to go to the sports stadium.<br />
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They'd have lunch together and then rest in the afternoon and go back to the stadium again. Eat dinner together. Finally babalik na sya sa kwarto to sleep. Sometimes, they have free time and they would ride the train to Marina Bay or walk the stretch of Orchard. On their last night together, the team went to Clarke Quay, and I think he had some fun with the older teammates, which included our own Olympians, Jessie Lacuna and Jasmine Alkhaldi.<br />
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The Singapore National Age Group competition is an annual high performance swimming meet in Singapore. I did not realize how big it was until I saw Joseph Schooling's name in the meet program. If you are living under a rock and don't know who he is, Joseph is the guy who beat Michael Phelps in the 100m butterfly during the 2016 Olympics. He is the first Singaporean to win an Olympic gold medal for his country.<br />
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Not all swimmers can join in this competition because there are qualifying times per event. Swimmers can't also just submit a fake time because the organizers are very strict and they charge an administrative fee per event if a swimmer returns a time slower than the QET. Kaya buti naman he is within the qualifying time in all of his events.<br />
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Before the meet, he asked me to pray for him. If you've been following me for a long time, you know our struggles already dahil years na kaming ganito. Just 2017,<a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2017/06/g-league-national-champs-2017.html" target="_blank"> nagkwento na ako dito</a>. I also <a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2016/04/how-to-help-our-lil-ones-with-their-big.html" target="_blank">shared another story about it here</a>, and even<a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2014/02/you-can-do-all-things-how-swimming-and.html" target="_blank"> as early as 2014 ganito na din ang drama namin</a>.</div>
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I asked him to relax and just have fun. I said in jest, "<i>no matter what happens, I'm proud of you already. Imagine, you're going to swim in the same pool as an Olympian - na nag gold medal! O di ba?</i>" Hahaha! Walang effect kay fave son.</div>
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But I always ask him whenever he is worried about something, and I asked him again that time, "<i>What the worst thing that will happen if you don’t win in the competition?</i>” <br />
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I understand that he hates failing, but I'm here to tell him that he's only a failure if he doesn't get back up and try again. I mean, swimming can be a long career only if he wants it to be. A setback doesn’t mean it’s the end of the world. If he learns something from it, then it's a motivation for greater things to come. I told him he's wont be a swimmer forever, but the character development that he gets out of the sport will stay with him forever. </div>
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From the very start, his dad and I have been clear that the end goal of swimming as a sport is not so he can be the greatest Olympian. That has never been our goal for him. We encouraged him to get into sports to develop his character. Di yan press release ha, ever since, C has been very vocal that swimming is really just a means to the end for the kids. Yung goal talaga is to develop perseverance. </div>
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A few years ago, in one of the school orientations, his legend of a school director (truly a disruptor as far as school directors go. We miss him because he's moved on to a different calling) showed us a TED talk of Angela Duckworth. The link to the transcript of that talk can be found <a href="https://www.npr.org/templates/transcript/transcript.php?storyId=240779578?storyId=240779578" target="_blank">here</a>. It was my first time to actually listen to a full edition of a TED Talk, and it really made such an impression on me that I searched it up online and shared the link to my husband later that day.</div>
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In her TED talk, Angela shared that she collaborated with another psychologist, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0345472322/braipick-20" target="_blank">Carol Dweck</a>, and together they discovered that "grittier" students, those who persevere and have the initiative to work harder, are those students with a "growth mindset. </div>
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"While a “fixed mindset” assumes that our character is static and can’t be changed, a “growth mindset,” on the other hand, thrives on challenge and sees failure as a heartening springboard for growth. The consequences of believing that character can be developed rather than being immutably ingrained traits makes the character development through sport extremely relevant, since through sports children learn that failure is not a permanent condition. <b>While victory may increase their self-esteem, defeat, despite eventual negative effect on children’s confidence, may teach them how to overcome deficiencies and grow."</b></div>
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As always, for every meet he joins, fave son doesn't have to win a medal, because he already won my heart!<br />
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-81365421468402526482019-07-15T06:30:00.000+08:002019-07-22T10:32:45.662+08:00Healthy Snacks for TeensLately, fave son is always hungry - round the clock it seems! When he gets his after-dinner hunger pangs, I usually ask him to go down to drink a glass of milk/chocolate milk, or eat fruits, fruits with yogurt, light sandwich. Something light lang. But he always complains that I'm starving him! He wants to eat another plate of rice after dinner. Ano ba yan?<br />
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Sa totoo lang, on weekend nights, he goes down and prepares food all by himself. But during weeknights, I often offer to do it for him. Naawa na din ako, because his swim training takes up a lot of his time, add to that his extra-curricular activities, there's hardly enough free time left in his day. When he gets home, I want him to have enough time to focus on doing his homework and reviewing for his tests. If I can make his life one less stressful by preparing his snacks, I do it na for him. Even if my girls tease me no end about spoiling him.<br />
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So to secure my sanity, I made a list of acceptable snacks that are good for the daytime and considered light enough to pass for late-night snacking, as well. I just plan to fill up the ref with ingredients for these so fave son and my fave girls can make their own snack every time they get hungry. I've read up that teens can have increased caloric requirements during major growth spurts, and may seem to never get full.<br />
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<i><b>What's nice about the new Quaker Instant Oats is that you just need to add hot water, and it's ready to drink - or eat, depends on the consistency that you want it.</b> It comes together really fast and it is filling, too. It comes in Chocolate, Chocolate with Milk, Banana & Honey and Original with Milk. So far, my son is liking the Chocolate variant.</i><br />
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<i>I try to always have bread in the freezer for emergency, but nothing beats a ready made sandwich that's just ready to be eaten. When <b>SBS Inkigayo Sandwich PH</b> sent over samples of their sandwiches, my girls were over the moon. Apparently, for K-pop fans, this is a super popular sandwich eaten by their k-pop idols whenever they would perform at the SBS (Seoul Broadcasting System)</i></div>
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<i>My son couldn't careless about korean pop-stars, but he agrees that the odd mixture combined beautifully. The sandwich has creamy layers of egg and kani salad, crunchy coleslaw and a sweet strawberry </i><i>center</i><i>. Because it's made of egg and kani salad and coleslaw, the sandwich is actually best eaten cold. Masarap sya!</i></div>
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<i><i><b>SBS Inkigayo Sandwich has a pop up store at Eastwood on July 8 to 21, 2019.</b> If you want to taste the sandwich that your Korean bias is eating, go there na! <b>Follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sbsinkigayosandwichph/" target="_blank">@sbsinkigayosandwichph</a> on FB and <a href="http://inkigayosandwich.ph/">@inkigayosandwich.ph</a> on IG for more news.</b></i></i></div>
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<i>Often, I give him a tetra pack of chocolate milk to drink right after he gets up from the pool to help replenish his lost glycogen and help aid in muscle recovery. Ideally, he also needs to eat a full meal with a lot of carbs and protein, within 30 minutes, to recover and build muscles. And we all know that with teenage boys, it's all about muscle building!!!</i></div>
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<i>I got the fresh milk and Chuckie from my<b> goodfood.ph</b> monthly subscription plan. </i></div>
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<i>I highly recommend this if your kids drink a lot of milk. Imagine the convenience of getting your child's fave Chuckie, Yogu or Fresh Milk delivered to your doorstep. </i></div>
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<i>If you would like to know more about it, please get details from the <a href="https://subscriptions.goodfood.ph/packages/" target="_blank">goodfood webpage.</a></i></div>
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<i>One of the good things about getting a subscription, aside form the convenience it offers, is that <b>goodfood.ph</b> is also concerned about reducing waste. They can collect your empty cartons/tetras on the next delivery. All you have to do is clean your cartons (they show you how to do this properly once you sign up with them). All cartons will ne forwardedto Project Give Pack, where they will be upcycled into various useful items.</i></div>
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<i>Thankfully, my kids love eating vegetables and fruits. It's common for them to request for salad as recess or after-school snacks. For this reason, I make sure my ref is almost always stocked with pre-washed salad greens and pre-cut fruits. I get a fresh supply every Friday from <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/momfridayfreshdirect/" target="_blank">#MomFridayFreshDirect</a> FB group. </b></i></div>
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<i>According to the description on the group page, the produce are: Bio-dynamic. Pesticide-free. Sustainably-farmed fresh highland produce sustainably and ethically grown from Benguet province. The fresh produce come straight from the source and is delivered at peak freshness. That's less handling by middlemen—and more money for local farmers.</i></div>
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<i>Like i said earlier, on most days, we have fresh pre-cut fruits in the ref for grab and go snacking, but I still keep packs of dried fruit in the pantry. <span style="background-color: white; color: #3e4752; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span>While fresh fruits have long been considered the best option, dried fruits contain many of the same benefits. Whether it's fresh or dried, fruit is still nutritious and the better snaking option. Both are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. </i></div>
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<i>A few days ago, we did an avocado + cranberry bruschetta. We just toasted a pandesal, smashed some avocados and added <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/championdriedfruitphl/?hl=en" target="_blank">Champion Dried Fruit</a> </b>Cranberries. Drizzled with caramelized balsamic vinegar. Finished with chili flakes, roasted black sesame seeds and salt. Super easy and good!</i></div>
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Ordering buko juice from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kajuayan/?__tn__=%2CdK%2AF-R&eid=ARBn_atu1cmANBI-nF1ZCyzHd5XiODJe6v_PVPSzTmymsIblbWiqglcPFNuk_xPjIxHxm3FMABDgrDoC">Kajuayan</a> is the next best thing to actually drinking it from the shell. They are bottled fresh on the day itself and is 100% pure buko juice.</div>
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I also had to adjust my grocery buying habits, because now my teens are capable of comparing what they eat vs what their friends eat. I don't want them to feel deprived, so I gave in and now allow all types of "junk food" on weekends.<br />
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-83149302222042941172019-07-11T06:00:00.000+08:002019-07-22T10:32:58.202+08:00Instagrammable Spots in Singapore For Your Teens (to be the best mom ever in their eyes)In this day and age, <span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">if you traveled somewhere and didn’t share a photo of
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CHIJMES is our first stop since it was just walking distance away from our hotel. Chijmes is an acronym for the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus. the entertainment complex has a neo-classical style building which houses one of Singapore’s most aesthetically-pleasing dining and entertainment venues with al fresco seating.<br />
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The ArtScience Museum is one of the iconic structures that make up the Marina Bay Sands skyline. The museum claims to blend the worlds of art and science together through carefully curated exhibitions. They have recently added a permanent exhibition called Future World, where visitors can explore an interactive high-tech collection of digital installations.<br />
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The ArtScience Museum is just a few steps away from the Helix Bridge, Singapore's longest bridge, so we walked over and had a few photos taken na din. I guess this is a much prettier sight at night when it's all lit up. </div>
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Future World is a permanent exhibition at
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A highlight of Future World is the Crystal World installation, where a lot of people stalled as almost everyone wanted to take a good photo.<br />
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While we found the light exhibit in the Crystal World brilliant, I think they would be appreciated more by younger kids.<br />
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I wish they would have set aside visitors in one area to tell us more about the installations, to make us appreciate the art and story behind. Pretty much like how they keep park-goers in holding rooms in Disney attractions while waiting. Di ba? There was no rhyme or reason to it. They could have placed a short explanation before we entered each installation on how the exhibits were related to science, or the artists' interpretation of their work. There were information about the exhibits, but they were displayed in a dark room, in such a tiny font that you'd miss it if you blinked.<br />
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Supertree Grove at GARDENS BY THE BAY is not to be missed. We found ourselves here taking pictures during both daytime and nighttime.<br />
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Gardens by the Bay is the most popular attraction in Singapore and it isn’t hard to understand why. It’s home to the iconic super tree groves and two amazing conservatories — Cloud Forest and Flower Dome. We gave the conservatories a miss na because the boys could not be convinced to visit. They really feel strongly about not going so I did not force the issue.<br />
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Over 200 different species of plants and flowers cover the exterior of these tall upright gardens. At nighttime, make sure to be there at 7:45pm and 8:45 pm for the Garden Rhapsody light show. The vertical gardens light up and seem to dance along with the music.<br />
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B and I discovered Emerald Hill during an afternoon stroll along Orchard Road. This postcard-perfect, peaceful street has the beautiful heritage architecture of Peranakan styled shop houses: pastel colored walls, colorful tiles and wooden window shutters.<br />
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While it is not as big as other libraries, it is definitely one of the prettiest ones. The wood-paneled floors and warm lighting makes it a cosy spot any time of the day. </div>
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<i> There's a carefully selected non-fiction titles sorted into categories such as People, Space, Product and Lifestyle.</i></div>
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Tiong Bahru Estate is one of the oldest housing estates in Singapore. Now, it is still quaint and updated with little cafes and unique shops.<br />
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Orchard Road is Singapore's most famous shopping district. It's a whole street that's almost dedicated entirely to shopping. But in reality, we didn't do a lot of shopping in Singapore.</div>
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The rooftop garden overlooking Orchard Road is built in such a way that you can enjoy the view and watch the rest of the people on Orchard Road go by.<br />
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We did not revisit places that we went to on our previous stay in Singapore, but I will put some photos here and put the link to my previous posts just in case you would also like to read about them, too.<br />
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<i><b><a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2012/01/singapore-2011-nature-parks-and-wildlife.html" target="_blank">Singapore Zoo</a></b></i><br />
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<i><b><a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2012/01/singapore-2011-nature-parks-and-wildlife.html" target="_blank">Singapore Botanic Gardens</a></b></i></div>
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<i><a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2012/02/singapore-2011-chinatown.html" target="_blank"><b>Singapore Chinatown</b></a></i></div>
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<i>How about a selfie with a view of the <span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration-line: none;"><a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2012/01/singapore-2011-where-to-stay-how-to-get.html" target="_blank">Marina Bay Sands</a>?</span></i></div>
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<i>They say that the best view is one that's taken from Gardens by the Bay, like what we did right here.</i></div>
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I enjoy cooking – to a certain extent, basta di ako naghahabol sa oras. I want to cook when I'm relaxed and just taking my time. Luckily, I have the privilege of having the time to prepare the kind of food that I want for my family on most days.<br />
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I posted a photo of our dinner last week and got a lot of requests to share the recipe for my Beef Bulgogi, kaya eto na.<br />
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But I admit that planning and preparing meals is hard work. We all can use a little help in the kitchen.</div>
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<b>What is the busiest time in your day?</b><br />
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It seems that no matter what stage of parenting you're in, the busiest time is that few hours before dinner. We need to prep dinner, all while attending to everyone.</div>
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If you have babies and toddlers, they are tired and cranky. If you have big kids, like I do, hectic naman sa hatid-sundo, both from school and after-school activities. Then we have to make sure to give space to the husband who just came home tired from work. (Pero sa totoo lang, nakakapagod din ang ginagawa nating mga mommies.) If you're a working mom, well, it's time to put on your mom-hat, no matter how tiring it was at the office.<br />
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Do you spend this witching hour cooking? Or do you use this time to talk with your husband and kids asking about their day. It's a tough choice ano? <br />
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On one hand, we want to serve home-cooked meals because we know its healthier that way: less processed foods, we can control the sugar and salt content; not to mention, it is more cost-effective also than eating out or ordering take-out. On the other, we also want to give our kids attention when they want to talk about their day.<br />
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With the <b>Tiger JBX-B Tacook rice cooker</b>, we can now have the double benefit of preparing a healthy, home-made meal and some free time to enjoy our family or engage in other pursuits.<br />
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<i> Click <a href="https://tiger-ph.com/eng/jbx/" target="_blank">here</a> to know more about the <b>Tiger Tacook JBX rice cooker</b></i></div>
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This<b> Tiger Tacook rice cooker </b>is a recent addition to my kitchen, but it is turning out to be my favorite already. It's multi-function and could easily be the most hardworking kitchen appliance I have. </div>
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On a recent weeknight, I made Beef Gyudon in my <b>Tiger Tacook rice cooker</b>.<br />
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Would you believe I only spent 20 minutes of active cooking time? While the beef and rice were cooking, I was making the gyudon sauce and chopping the leeks for garnish and frying the eggs. By the time my rice cooker made a beep to signal it's done cooking, all I have to do is assemble the plates on the table, and we are ready to eat! </div>
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I was even able to talk to one of my kids who had a bad day in school. As you can see, I was multi-functioning like my Tiger Tacook rice cooker.<br />
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Just put the ingredients in the Tacook cooking pot and set it on top of the washed rice. Choose the Synchro Cooking and press start. It's that simple!</div>
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500gms beef tenderloin, sukiyaki cut (request your butcher for #0, meaning the thinnest possible cut)</div>
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1. Marinate beef in the mixture #1 for a few hours or overnight. </div>
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5. While waiting for the rice and beef to finish cooking, put mixture #2 (for the sauce) in a separate pot. Let boil once. Set aside. </div>
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6. Once the tacook beeps to signal cooking is done, plate the dish. </div>
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7. Pour desired amount of sauce on top of bowl and garnish with green onions and eggs.<br />
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-30846845337623448992019-07-05T10:16:00.000+08:002019-07-22T10:33:23.173+08:00Navigating the Stockmarket with 2TradeAsiaWith the husband's recent prodding, and with more free time on my hand, I tried learning more about the stock market on my own. I invested an amount that is not substantial, not enough to lose sleep over in case malugi man ako. I know the stock market is risky, and that one can lose as easy as you earn.<br />
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I used to just put my savings in mutual funds, treasury bills or corporate bonds, with some emergency cash stashed in a savings account. But I realized that if I factor in inflation, it would seem that I did not earn anything at all.<br />
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During the morning, as soon as I'm done answering queries from clients and sending out shipments for my online business, I go online and study more about it.<br />
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<b>But before any more kwento, let me start out by stating that I am not an expert in the stock market. I am a newbie, trying to learn my way around. So please do not take anything that I write in this post as a kind of financial advice. This is simply another chika moment. Kwento lang of my rookie adventures in the stock market and why I decided to go into it. Understood, right? Ok, good!</b><br />
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It's difficult to navigate the world of stock trading on my own. That's why when <b>2TradeAsia</b> invited me to listen to a short seminar about investing in the stock market, I said yes right away because I surely want to have a better understanding of the stock market to maximize the earnings I can get from it.</div>
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<i>I remember my husband used to call his stockbroker pa everytime he wants to buy or sell a stock. </i><br />
<i><b>But now, all it takes is just a fast internet connection and the 2TradeAsia app.</b></i></div>
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The stock brokerage hosted lunch for us, while the company's lead financial analyst showed a concise PowerPoint presentation which was able to clear up some details for me. The nice thing about technology is that transactions can now be done online, and 2TradeAsia is the pioneer stock brokerage to venture into the online stock trading.<br />
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<b>Sharing with you the reasons why I think setting up an account with 2TradeAsia is beneficial for stockmarket newbies like me:</b></div>
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<i>One of the advantages of opening an online account with <b>2TradeAsia</b> is that you get summarized and up-to-date information about the stock market performance of the companies you might want to invest in. You can see that the in-house analyst also gives recommendation if it's a buy or a sell, to lessen chances of trade losses.</i></div>
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<i> I realized that I am not cut out to be a day-trader because my capacity for risk is very low. Even with that, I can still invest my money in the stock market by being a long-term investor. I just need to look for companies with a good business track record. Still, the realization that I am a low risk investor, does not stop me from learning more about reading the charts. I am continuously searching for ways to learn more about technical analysis, and hopefully, I can be able to make successful medium-term trades someday. </i></div>
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-34797017268677284542019-06-30T18:59:00.000+08:002019-07-22T10:34:39.997+08:00Our #BestEverLife with the #BestEverJoyIn my family, so many bonding moments are done over food. Either we eat out in our fave spots, try out new restos, or cook in our own kitchen. I'm sure for a lot of families, ganito din ang frequent bonding moments nila.<br />
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Most of the time, we just eat at home because I enjoy cooking for my family and I love trying out new recipes with my girls. I think being able to cook a great meal at home always beats restaurant food.<br />
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I'm a late starter on the kitchen front, I only started cooking and taking an active role in the kitchen about a decade ago. . But for almost 10 years now, I've been prepping lunch baon and dinner for my family. For me, cooking meals is my favorite way to show those I care about that I love them. After all, nothing quite says home like a home-cooked meal, di ba? Here are some of my recent food shots:<br />
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If you also home-cook a lot like me, then you can relate when I say that I treat my kitchen like an office, and my kitchen counter is my office desk. I need it to be clutter-free so I can be efficient and and can better focus on the task at hand.<br />
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I have the habit of cleaning the kitchen as I go. I pack away ingredients when I'm done with them. I throw food scraps and trash, wipe counters and other surfaces as I wait for the food to finish cooking. I wash dishes, pots and pans as soon as I'm done using them. In other words, I work in tandem - cooking and cleaning at the same time!<br />
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Even my kids have adopted this clean as you go method. It may not come naturally to them right away, but they will soon treat it like muscle memory. It will come naturally na din. I want to teach my kids to be responsible in maintaining the neatness of our home, so cleaning up after themselves is not only highly encouraged, but it is required. My kids are all trained to mindful about keeping our home neat and clean, after all they are already old enough to be productive members of the house.<br />
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Cooking a lot can only mean there are a lot of dirty dishes that need washing, di ba? Whether you have someone to do the dishes for you or you do it yourself, the dishes have to get done somehow. It's good to know that we can trust Joy Dishwashing Liquid to help us do an efficient job of washing our dishes.<br />
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Thanks to Best Ever Joy Dishwashing Liquid, we spend less time washing and more time enjoying our Best Ever Life and our home-cooked food!<br />
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The <b>SYSU Food Hub </b>is one store that carries brands that are on my tried and tested list like <b>Lee Kum Kee</b> Chinese Sauces, <b>McCormick</b> spices, <b>San Remo</b> Pasta, <b>Clara Ole</b> sauces, <b>La Espanola</b> Olive Oil, <b>Smuckers</b> fruit jam, <b>JIF</b> Peanut Butter, <b>Goober</b> Peanut Butter, <b>Tabasco</b> Hot Sauce, among many others.</div>
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A few weeks ago, my friends and I visited <b>SYSU Food Hub</b> to do some grocery shopping together. I find it fun to do groceries with friends because I get to learn about their favorite grocery items and there are some discoveries that eventually make it to my own favorite list too.</div>
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<i>with my friends, Rowena of <a href="https://www.animetric.net/" target="_blank">Animetric's World</a> and </i><i>Michelle of <a href="https://www.mymomfriday.com/" target="_blank">My Mom-Friday</a></i></div>
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The <b>SYSU Food Hub</b> was opened in late 2018 as a one-stop shop to showcase the brands carried by SYSU International under one roof. It is a retail store where consumer favorites and hard-to-find food products are sold. For generations, Sysu International Inc. has brought premium food brands to the market.<br />
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The <b>SYSU Food Hub</b> also boasts of a fully equipped modern kitchen that can be used for testing and demonstrating recipes using SYSU products. The goal is to be able to offer consumer recipes that they can use in their everyday lives.<br />
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Of course being wise homemakers, we all gravitated to the products on special offer and limited edition sets selling on a discount. Tuwang-tuwa kaming tatlo sa mga nabili namin on sale. I bought 2 packs of the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf drink (which was on 50% discount) which my entire family loved. I'm hoping they have that again on my next visit so I can stock up on it.<br />
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They also accept orders for customized food baskets and wholesale purchases. You can go to the store to choose the items you want to go in your basket and they will prepare it for you. Perfect for holiday gifting, di ba?<br />
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The Phenomenal Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13473918805848282327noreply@blogger.com93tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-789322306184290630.post-18001002134461346242019-05-08T06:30:00.000+08:002019-05-08T06:30:05.546+08:00Singapore: Beginner's Guide to Hawker Food CentersOur hawker center food crawl did not start until C got to Singapore. I'm the type who can eat anywhere; I’m not really the type to make the trek out just to eat at a certain resto, but C is.<br />
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Inspite of this being our third time in Singapore, this is our first time to venture into the hawker food stalls. The kids were much younger during our previous visit, and I did not feel all that brave letting them eat there. I did not want even a slight chance of any of them developing traveler’s diarrhea. But now that they are all teens, we decided that this is a good time to try.<br />
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But I still made the necessary precautions and brought along a bottle of multi-strain prebiotics. We normally take one capsule a day for daily maintenance, but we also take it every 3-4 hours when anyone gets a bad tummy.<br />
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Buti naman we all made it out fine! But an IG friend who traveled to Singapore the same time we did wasn’t so lucky. She ate at Makansutra Gluttons Bay and suffered from LBM right after.<br />
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Most hawker centers are filled with locals and tourists, so the best thing to do is to reserve a table by leaving your water bottle or tissue pack or any personal item that is not valuable. We would go around and get a variety of dishes in order to try more food.<br />
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Prio to our trip, C was kept busy watching vloggers eat their way through the hawker centers, and made a list of all the restaurants he wanted to try. He kept note of the Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants where we can enjoy a meal without busting our budget. But even with that, the best rule of thumb in choosing a resto is where there’s a long line!<br />
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C had business matters to take care off so he just flew in middle of the trip, but he kept busy right away. On his first full day in Singapore, we went straight ahead to the Old Airport Hawker Center. We chose this as our first stop as it is located near the sports stadium where R has his swimming competition. We figured we’ll have a quick meal before going to the pool. While the 9am early morning visit meant less crowds, it also meant that some of the stalls we wanted to try were still closed.</div>
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Because of its location far away from the city, it is not frequented by tourists and it is not that visually appealing. But this food center is widely considered by locals to be the best hawker center in Singapore, in terms of value and taste.<br />
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Our first stop was at Michelin plate awardee, <a href="https://guide.michelin.com/sg/xin-mei-xiang-zheng-zong-lor-mee/restaurant" target="_blank">Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong</a>. We didn’t have to look for it at all because the queue that morning was enough to draw our attention.<br />
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The Lor Mee (known as LoMi in the Philippines) uses a rich seafood stock to make their gravy.<br />
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We went to the Maxwell Food Center located in Chinatown specially for the Hainanese Chicken Rice. <a href="https://guide.michelin.com/sg/tian-tian-hainanese-chicken-rice/restaurant" target="_blank"><b>Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice</b></a> is a Michelin Bib Gourmand food stall. While the chicken is good, I've tasted better. I was expecting to queue for a few minutes, but was surprised to see no line here.<br />
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Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice bested Chef Gordon Ramsay in a chicken rice showdown in 2013.<br />
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Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice<br />
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We lined up for Fu Shun Shao La Mian Jia Hong Kong style roast meat rice is because of the long queue that formed in front of the store. You know what they say of hawker centers, line up where the crowds are. Fave son stood in line for a good 30 minutes before it was his turn to order.<br />
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Fu Shun Shao La Mian Jia<br />
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<b>Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake</b> is thin and crispy, loaded with fillings of minced meat, parsley, bite-sized oysters and shrimps. Locals say this is the best one there in the whole of Singapore.<br />
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Maxwell Food Centre, #01-05<br />
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Tiong Bahru Market Food Center is a serendipitous encounter because we just really wanted to visit the Tiong Bahru neighborhood cafes, vintage bookstores and iconic wall murals.<br />
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This hawker center is located above one of the nicest wet markets in Singapore, Tiong Bahru Market. We went around the wet market first and the went up to eat some of the top Singapore street food.<br />
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The food center has a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere because it is spacious and airy. It doesn't have the abrasiveness of the hawker centers located in Chinatown.<br />
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C encouraged us to try Jian Bo Shui Keuh. It's the best daw in Singapore. So even if I have no idea what it is, I gladly tried what he ordered for us. I agree it's good, not amazing, but good. I can't compare it to anything I've tasted before. The chwee kueh itself is soft, smooth but bland. The entire flavor experience is dependent on the chai poh toppings(Chinese dried radish) and the side of sambal chili .<br />
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C knows I love oyster omelette so after our Maxwell visit, he ordered another one for me. Sadly, did not hit the spot for me as well as I realized now that I want my oyster omelette toasted and crispy on the outside, chewy and sticky on the inside, the way they usually serve it in Manila. The Singaporean version is served cut-up (messy-looking talaga, di ba?) and it is kinda gooey wet inside. Di ko type.<br />
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Fave son had a celebratory dinner at Lau Pa Sat with the coaches and his teammates on the last day of the competition. We left him to enjoy with his team and then the 3 of us explored the hawker center, which most tourists still consider as one of the best hawkers center in Singapore.<br />
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C told us that Lau Pa Sat is one the longest-serving hawkers center in the city. Tame daw siya in the morning, but the scene changes at night, when it becomes more of a laid back party place where cold beer is usually ordered along with skewers of chicken, beef and shrimp satay.<br />
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<i>Lau Pa Sat satay street is the only satay street in Singapore. It only opens at night for dinner</i></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;"><i>The barbecue smoke carrying the irresistible aroma of the satay on the charcoal fires </i></span></div>
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This is one of Singapore’s most historical hawker centers. This is the last hawker center we visited. I enjoyed our time here the most because it offered a quieter and cleaner atmosphere than the food centers we visited earlier. C wanted to visit to try Alliance Seafood, a Michelin Bib Gourmand hawker stall.<br />
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They specialize in chili crab, but none of us wanted to get our hands dirty that day. We were leaving for the airport in a few hours and it was so hot, too, walang gustong mag kamay.<br />
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Sarap ng cereal prawns nila. I asked the owner what cereal he used to make his cereal prawns, on the off-chance na baka mag share. He went inside his kitchen and brought out this big package and showed me the brand (Nestum, ladies!)<br />
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<i>The grilled sambal stingray is very good. (spice on the side cos I can't eat spicy food due to my reflux problem). I thought stingray would have a texture similar to squid, </i></div>
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<i>but it tastes just like fish, but better.</i></div>
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<i>Another round of satay skewers because our tummies couldn't get enough</i></div>
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I was recommended to visit Tiong Bahru by an IG friend, and I couldn't be more glad to listen to her. The area is quaint and full of unique stores. We spent the afternoon wandering the streets and visiting the market. Then we stumbled upon <a href="https://www.tiongbahrubakery.com/" target="_blank">Tiong Bahru Bakery</a> where we found the most the most beautiful pastries and bread, all freshly made using the finest French ingredients.<br /><br />
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<i>the Green Tea Almond Croissant is B's fave</i></div>
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<i>The Kouign Amann is the best-seller</i></div>
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<i>I especially loved the Brie and Roasted Mushroom Croissant. The croissant was buttery and flaky, with the right amount of air holes inside. </i></div>
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<i><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;">Kam's Roast Goose</span></i></div>
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C had to try the Iberico Char Siew. </div>
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Iberico, which comes from the most decadent and coveted Iberian pig, has a higher fat content than regular pigs. That means that the meat they produce has a delightful tenderness and richer flavor because of the extra layer of fat. C fell in love with this, but I was not such a fan because of its price!</div>
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<br />The crispy roast pork’s skin was crispy and the meat was tender.</div>
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<i>premium portions of exquisite iberico char siew and super crispy roast pork</i></div>
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The train stations, the streets and other public places possess that cleanliness and sense of order that I’ve come to associate with Singapore. The country has this image of being neat and modern, pretty much like Japan, but this is not visible at any of the hawker centers we visited.<br />
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I don't understand that they have this rule that chewing gum in public is not allowed, and yet diners in hawker centers can just leave dirty plates and unfinished food on the table once they are done eating. There are elderly cleaners going around to wipe and clear away tables so other people can use them. But the general area is unkempt and messy.<br />
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I noticed that hawker centers do not provide paper napkins. To me, I look at Singapore's hawker centers and our food courts to be the same. Isn't providing for paper napkins part of the entire dining experience?<br />
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Several years ago, one of my good friends gifted me with a book called The Five Love Languages. The love languages describe the way we feel loved and appreciated. Acts of service is my primary love language. <b>I express my love for my family by preparing home-cooked meals that require a great deal of my time and effort.</b> </div>
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<a name='more'></a>But honestly, no matter what your love language is, food is often the way to someone’s heart. While I try to serve good food everyday as a matter of habit, it is a challenge to do so without spending a lot. It’s an exercise in creativity to prepare a good meal that is also healthy and without being extravagant. I try my best to indulge them with weekend feasts, where I try out new and elaborate recipes. But for everyday fare, I have a list of comfort food that’s quick and easy to prepare.<br />
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<b>It warms my heart and makes me feel appreciated when my own kids tell me that they feel a sense of pride that I take the trouble of making sure that my family is well-fed. I’m lucky that I have the luxury of time to cook for my family. That cooking is something that I do quite well, and something I really enjoy doing. </b>I appreciate it when my kids come home from school and announce that their classmates tried their baon and loved it. I guess my secondary love language is words of affirmation? Hahaha!<br />
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<i>Taco Salad in a cup is an easy baon to make in advance. I love it because it's a great mix of protein and vegetables. You can make it the day/night before and keep in the ref. Just keep nachos in a separate container so it doesn't get soggy. </i></div>
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My kids tell me that classmates would ask them what they have for recess, way before it actually happens. Recess has become an anticipated time of the day for some classmates because of their baon. In fact, there are times that I pack extra so that they can share more.<br />
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You don’t have to be a master chef to prepare meals for your family. You just need to set aside a couple of hours to focus on it, and then you’re done! I always feel like it makes my week go so much smoother when I know that there are snacks in the ref that are ready to grab, and meals are planned and prepared.<br />
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<b>1. As soon as I get home from grocery shopping, leafy greens for the salad are washed, dried and stored with paper towels in reusable plastic containers. </b></div>
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<b>2. Fruits are prepped and stored in individual containers so they are easily accessible </b><b>as a healthy snack.</b></div>
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<b>3. I still indulge their sweet tooth once in a while, but I keep them in appropriately sized containers. I find that this really helps with portion control! This makes it also really handy to put them in the kids lunch boxes for school baon.</b></div>
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<i>The cookie butter no-bake cheesecake is a big hit with the friends of my kids. </i></div>
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<b>4. I make enough for 2 (or 3) meals. Leftovers - either you hate it or you love it! I obviously love it! You prepare one time and it takes you through several meals. This means that sometimes what's for dinner tonight is also the lunch baon tomorrow. </b></div>
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<b>5. I portion out meat into single serving sizes that will stack in my freezer. </b></div>
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<i>These are just the right size for 250-350 grams of pang-gisa (liempo strips, lomo strips or giniling).</i><br />
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I took the kids to Singapore end of March for an early summer treat. The reason for Singapore as our choice of destination fully relied on the fact that R has a swimming competition there. But we also took this chance to do the rounds of the hawker centers, which we were not able to do during our previous trips. Yes, we were scared then to take the kids to the hawker centers. I did not want to deal with travelers diarrhea because of their ages. Meeep! But now that they are older, it's all systems go! I'll share with you in a later post how I made sure to keep our tummies in fighting form.</div>
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<i>Eating at Alliance Seafood, a Michelin Bib gourmand awardee</i></div>
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Fave son swam at the OCBC Aquatic Centre, Singapore Sports Hub for the 50th Singapore National Age Group competition.</div>
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Unlike most of our trips, I did not really plan our Singapore itinerary in detail. We just played it by ear because we were dependent on the competition timeline. However, B and I made a shortlist of attractions we’d like to visit and C took note of the restaurants he’d like to try.<br />
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;"><i>SINGAPORE AIRLINES</i></span></div>
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We've taken Singapore Airlines for all of our <a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2012/01/singapore-2011-where-to-stay-how-to-get.html">previous trips to Singapore</a>, and this trip is no exception, especially since they just revamped their regional fleet to the all-new Boeing Dreamliner. The 5-star airline wants to secure their position as <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/ericrosen/2018/11/16/the-2019-list-of-the-worlds-best-airlines-is-out-now/#65a725e470ff" target="_blank">the world's best airline</a>.<br />
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Sa totoo lang, I've been tempted to try Cebu Pacific since tickets were selling 40% lower. But C would not hear of it kase he finds them unreliable. Plus he said if I add in the cost for the checked-in baggage and in-flight meal, it will amount to the same - almost. Magpapakahirap pa sya. (I'm not really sure of the checked baggage rules of Cebu Pacific since I've never flown them. So please correct me if I'm wrong) Which is true because we reached the maximum baggage allowance since fave son packed a lot of towels (hello, swim meet! And we don't use hotel towels kase) and athletic wear good for 8 days. I did not want to concern myself with his laundry (hello, vacation!) and he cannot reuse clothes (hello, pawis!) at baka magka BO pa sya. hahaha!<br />
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Singapore Airlines is all about comfort and relaxation while in-flight, even in the economy section. We had good seats, too, even if we found them narrower. The kids did not complain at all because as soon as they were seated, they got lost in the menus on the wide touch-screen TV in front of them.<br />
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We were not able to fly on time as the runway was congested. The captain apologized profusely, but of course the congestion was out of his control. Paano 4 airports, 1 runway. Ano ba yan! Na late kami ng 30 minutes, but we still managed to arrive in Singapore on time. While waiting for our turn on the runway, binusisi ko na lang yung console.<br />
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B always requests for window seats, and we were glad that even without paying extra to have the option to choose our seats, we were all seated together. Fave son got the aisle seat, I stayed in the middle, while B relished her window seat. She noticed right away that the windows on the Dreamliner are bigger and they don't have any window shades!!!<br />
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<i>The windows in this plane use a technology similar to transition eyeglasses, you know those that automatically turn to sunglasses wehn you step out in the sun? </i></div>
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Napansin ko din that my throat did not feel dry at all. Yun pala the plane has a hi-tech HEPA air purifier that filters bacteria and viruses.<br />
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They also accommodate special dietary requests. I<a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/2012/01/holidays-2011-singapore-sojourn.html" target="_blank"> remember a few years back I requested for no chicken meals for the kids</a>, and they even served the kids' meals ahead of everyone else. This time around, I did not make any special request na.<br />
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The entire swim team was booked at <b>Hotel Mi Bencoolen</b>. Although it wasn't required to stay in the same hotel, I figured it's most convenient to stay where everyone else is checked in. Swim meets have early call times and sometimes there are unplanned last minute changes in the schedule. Everyone can just commute to the stadium together. And also, I'm sure fave son wants time to bond with his teammates.<br />
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The 2 kids and I went ahead and C followed halfway through our stay. I was worried about how C would react to the hotel for this trip. We had stayed in the <a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/search/label/Singapore%20with%20kids" target="_blank">family suite of the Marina Bay Sands</a> during our previous stay, and I had already warned him not to expect much of Hotel Mi. It’s not bad,it's pretty decent actually, but it’s a far cry from Marina Bay Sands.<br />
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The family room had 2 queen beds, which is perfect for the four of us (Naiwan si achi sa Manila because she still had school). The hotel room is clean, neat and well furnished. It’s an average accommodation with a reasonable price. Our room is well-equipped, new and modern-looking. The beds and pillows were comfortable. I asked for 4 extra pillows so I could prop myself while sleeping (acid-reflux problem) and they fulfilled my request right away.<br />
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<i>As you can see, space is tight. We had a difficult time fitting 3 suitcases that B had to take out the contents of her suitcase and pile her packing cubes by the night stand so we could keep her suitcase upright.</i></div>
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For me, the redeeming value of this hotel, other than the affordability, is its location. It's just outside the main shopping belt of Orchard Road, along Bencoolen Street. It is located near 2 MRT stations on two different lines, a bus stop and a taxi stand. There are 2 7eleven nearby, a Food Republic food court right at the intersection. Bugis Junction is also a walk away.<br />
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I can leave fave son in the hotel while he gets ready for the afternoon training during our first few days and trust that he's able to go out by himself and buy food if he gets hungry.<br />
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Another feature which we really appreciated was the free use of a mobile phone, with which we could make free local calls and use the WiFi for Google Maps to navigate around Singapore. However, it could not be used as a mobile hotspot.<br />
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The Hotel Mi does not have a restaurant, only a coffee shop, but there are many reasonably-priced food outlets within a short walking distance.<br />
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All of the hotel staff whom we encountered were extremely friendly and helpful. We arrived at the hotel at 12pm and we were allowed to check in immediately even though check in is supposed to be at 2 o'clock. <br />
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While I would book Hotel Mi Bencoolen again for future trips, Chris doesn't want. He's claustrophobic! Bakasyon nga daw for a reason! Hahahaha! Mas gusto daw nya ng mas malaking kwarto.<br />
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<i><a href="http://thephenomenalmama.blogspot.com/search/label/Singapore%20with%20kids" target="_blank">We all loved our room at the <b>Marina Bay Sands</b> during our previous visit to Singapore</a>. </i></div>
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What kind of traveler are you? Would you trade comfort for affordability when choosing your hotel? Because I would! But sadly, my husband won't.<br />
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Public transport in Singapore is fast, convenient and reliable. <br />
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MRT – This is the local subway system, and offers probably the quickest way to get around if you and your destination are both near an MRT station.<br />
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Buses – Slower than the MRT, but also the cheapest way to get to a destination if there is no MRT station nearby. Personally, if time is not of the essence, I prefer to take the bus because I enjoy taking in the sights of the city while my bus is plying the streets. <br />
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Taxis – the best option when you travel in group and the distance covered is short. If all 4 of us travel together, then this is our default mode of transportation.<br />
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But there are times that it’s just me and the hubby, or just me and my daughter. Then I have to take into consideration which option can take me to my destination which suits either my time or budget or comfort. Let’s say the decision to take the MRT because it is more economical will have to be weighed against how far do we have to walk? Shempre pag pagod na kami, comfort is king. I want to have details like that available to me because the difference could run in the thousands of pesos. Think about the transportation expense piling up in an 8-day vacation.<br />
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We relied on <b>Google Maps</b> and <b>Rome2Rio</b>. Both are travel apps that functions as a map and offers different travel options (train, drive, cab, walk, and even ride-sharing) to suit your time and budget. All costs are shown, even including public transport costs to get to airports or train stations.<br />
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It amazes me how having WiFi all the time is a must nowadays. I can’t even imagine life without it. It goes without saying that a reliable connection is a must when traveling. We need it to research our travel itinerary, to try to find my way in an unfamiliar country, communicate with family back home and of course, post on social media.<br />
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Although free WiFi exists in Singapore , its accessibility for travelers on a tight schedule is unreliable. When you are lost in the middle of nowhere, it is problematic to go look for a mall just to connect to their free WiFi. And even if you do, you have to deal with the low speed because of the large number of people connected to it, or get frustrated as you keep on getting disconnected.<br />
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You have the option to rent or purchase a pocket wifi device like skyroam, which you allows tethering upto 5 gadgets. But for my family, we prefer purchasing travel sim cards because the kids are independent and adventurous, and there are times that we split up during the day. Separate SIM cards are useful because there are times we tend to go separate ways. A travel Sim would allow everyone to still be connected online. Of course I want to get regular updates from them to be assured of their safety and know their whereabouts.<br />
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A few days before our trip, I purchased a data-only <b>M1 SIM card online at <a href="https://visitsingapore.changirecommends.com/" target="_blank">Changi Recommends</a></b> and simply collected it on arrival at their booth in Changi Airport where the staff set up the SIM for me.<br />
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Most people think it’s inconvenient to install a sim card, but it's actually hassle free.<br />
1. I do not need to be mindful of turning my phone on and off to save battery life unlike with a portable pocket wifi.<br />
2. I also don’t need to return any unit at the end of my stay and I have one less device to carry around.<br />
3. I am also able to use my phone as a mobile hot spot because of the very generous data allowance – 100 gig ba naman! Yes! You read it right! 100GIG! I wasn't even able to use up 25% of it.<br />
4. I'm able to retain my Manila number for Viber. There's a prompt that asked me which number I wanted to use for Viber and I just chose to retain my Globe number.<br />
5. There's a 500 minutes local calls allowance, 100 local SMS and 20 minutes of international call.<br />
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This is what I purchased. The <b>M1 travel sim</b> retails for S$12, but I only paid S$9 as it was on promo.<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">When I asked before our trip, <a href="https://bigskynation.com/prices/" target="_blank">a pocket wifi rental goes for P590 a day for unlimited internet</a> (4G + hotspot + powerbank) as opposed to this travel</span><span style="text-align: center;"> sim for only P350 for 7 days. Dont take my word for it. Do the math yourself! </span><span style="text-align: center;">Even if you buy for each member of your group, it's still more cost-effective as it allows you to go on separate ways and still be able to connect for a later meet up.</span><span style="text-align: center;"> </span><br />
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With 3 kids in different schools and all with very active schedules, I share driving duties with the driver. Yes, I am a busy #tsupermama! I did not realize that I have been using an expired license until C called me out for it. #mommybrain</div>
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I asked around for the most efficient LTO office to have my license renewed and most people recommended the LTO satellite office at SM North EDSA Annex building. My sister had hers renewed here and she said it took her only about an hour during lunch time.<br />
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The LTO is making some changes when it comes to applying or renewing for driver's licenses this 2019. All LTO licensing offices in Metro Manila now only accept medical certificates sent electronically through the LTO's new IT system.<br />
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I found out about this when I renewed my license just a few days ago. I was unsure how this new online medical test would go, and scared at the thought of having to spend the entire morning queueing for my DL (driver's license) renewal.<br />
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It's a good thing that there's an accredited medical clinic right beside it.<br />
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The medical test is shorter now. They just asked me to read 5 letters from a chart on their wall, asked me to step on a weighing scale, asked for my height (they did not measure, just took my word for it). No urine test. They did not take my blood pressure also. #ripoff</div>
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<i>The medical certificates must come from accredited clinics and doctors and must have the fingerprints of the doctors who conducted the physical examination. I wonder what's the reason for this new rule. They say it's to prevent the problem of pre-signed medical certificates that are issued by scrupulous clinics where applicants are made to pay for medical certificates when no doctors examined them. Some cases have also involve examination by clinics and doctors who have no accreditation. </i></div>
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They took my photo, thumb prints and signature. They typed in my card details right in front of me, asking me to look at the monitor to double check for any typos. After 5 minutes, my card was printed out already.<br />
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Since I got there around 9, the place wasn't crowded and I was done in 30 minutes.</div>
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Here's a photo of the application requirements and the schedule of fees and penalties. It does not mention here, but SM charges an additional P50 for processing fee. I also had to pay another P50 for the parking fee.<br />
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<i>While the rate fro non-pro renewal has increased significantly, at least the card is good for 5 years!</i></div>
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Renewing my DL at SM North EDSA is quick, convenient (air-conditioned waiting area) and hassle free, and I recommend it for people living in the north like me.<br />
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<i>Knorr SavorRich is the first ever meaty seasoning in a liquid form that's available in the market.</i></div>
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<i>Each drop is packed with real meat flavor, making dishes richer and meatier with every bite.</i></div>
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When Unilever invited me to the media launch to unveil their newest addition to the Knorr product line, I was intrigued. I'm interested in anuything that promises to elevate my dishes with meaty flavor and goodness right at home!</div>
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In collaboration with Manila's sought after chefs, Knorr put up a one-day food market highlighting the launch of its newest product, Knorr SavorRich Liquid Meaty Seasoning, which featured food from the country's celebrated chefs.<br />
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<i>Josh Boutwood of Savage and Helm on the left</i></div>
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<i>Nicco Santos of Your Local and Hey Handsome on the right</i></div>
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<i> Happy Ongpauco of Happy Concept Group</i></div>
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All the dishes at the market were from a wide range of cuisine, from filipino favorites to Asian fusion and Western grills, and all were made with a common ingredient, the new Knorr SavorRich. Due to its liquid format. the meaty flavor easily penetrates into the ingredients to infuse dishes with mouth watering aroma and appetizing golden color.<br />
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<i>Known for his take on Singaproean and Malaysian comfort food, Nicco Santos served up dishes like Nasi Goreng Ikan Bilis and Coffee Pork Ribs.</i></div>
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<i>Josh Boutwook prepared pork skewers and roasted chicken and barley risotto. </i></div>
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<i> Kalel Chan presented his own take of Asian fusion with his tacos and pork sisig gyoza.</i></div>
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<i> Happy Ongpauco provided guests with homestyle Filipino favorites like this chicken tocino.</i></div>
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If looking at all the food photos I shared has gotten you hungry, head over to Knorr's official website as all the recipes from the event will be uploaded so you can try recreating them in the comfort of your own home.<br />
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The new Knorr SavorRich liquid meaty seasoning is available in chicken and pork flavors.<br />
The SRP is P6 for the 16g, P85 for the 240g, P150 for the 480g.<br />
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On days leading to holidays and family celebrations, we usually draw up our dinner menu and we each take charge of dish. It's like a doing a potluck at home, since I encourage everyone to make a dish of their choice. Here's how our table looked like during one of our celebrations.<br />
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<i>I took charge of the pasta, grilled the the rib-eye steak and cooked the prawns and scallops.</i></div>
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<i>C ordered and picked up the rock lobster from our fave resto., while J prepared the truffled mashed potato and our family faves, Baked Brie with truffled mushrooms and candied walnuts</i></div>
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<i>B set the table and cooked the mushroom rice.</i></div>
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<i>The cheese and meat for our charcuterie board was bought from the nearby delicatessen and assembled by my girls</i></div>
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But if you're not careful, cooking can also be a recipe for disaster. That’s why even if my kids have been helping out and sometimes are confident enough even to be cooking by themselves, I still give them safety reminders every so often.<br />
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Kitchen safety is often discussed in terms of cuts and burns, but foodborne illness is definitely an important concern worth addressing, too. The number one best way to make sure is to insist that everyone wash hands before cooking and throughout the cooking process. This goes double if you’re working with raw meat (especially chicken) or eggs.<br />
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I have also taught everyone to practice FIFO (first in, first out) in our pantry; but even so, I still remind everyone to check the product expiration before using.<br />
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I always remind everyone in the house to clean as they go. This means wipe up spills immediately, put ingredients away right after using, make sure all small kitchen appliances are turned off and unplugged. Keep the floor dry so that no one slips and falls.<br />
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We have all heard of scary stories of how homes are burned down because of leaking LPG tanks. You can already tell by now that I’m the type of mom who puts a premium on quality and safety, because there's no price for peace of mind and security. In my opinion, Petron Gasul is the highest quality LPG brand in the market, and the only one I trust.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;">Why I prefer Petron Gasul:</span></b></div>
1. <b>Quality</b>. Petron Gasul has correct and accurate weight for every cylinder.<br />
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2. <b>Trusted</b>. My mom has been using the same brand since she was a young homemaker, and I trust her choices.<br />
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3. <b>Tested Safe</b>. I am assured that tanks are maintained and repaired as needed since Petron Gasul tanks purchased from authorized dealers are subject to technical warranty and leak testing.<br />
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<i>Tanks bought from authorized dealers regularly undergo leak testing at various LPG terminals nationwide. </i></div>
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<i>Make it </i>a<i> habit to verify the authenticity of your Petron Gasul LPG tank by looking for the laser printed seal. upon inspection, color should be white with a laser-printed serial number, meaning it does not fade easily. </i></div>
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4.<b> Convenience</b>. I can easily order Petron Gasul thru the Petron Gasul Express Delivery : TEXT 0917-8788000 or CALL 737-8000 so I can order from the convenience of my own home. What's more, it assures me that the Petron Gasul that will be delivered is sakto, sulit and safe and is from an authorized dealer. <br />
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<i>You can also check for the nearest Petron Gasul authorized dealer through </i></div>
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<i> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PetronGasulPH/" target="_blank">Petron Gasul Facebook Page</a></i></div>
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5. <b>Value for Money</b>. I SAVE P10 on Petron Gasul 11KG refill upon presentation of the Petron Value Card at authorized Petron Gasul stores. I can also earn 10 peso points in my Petron Value Card when purchasing Petron Gasul 11 KG at participating Petron stations.<br />
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To know more about <b>Petron Gasul</b>, just go to their Facebook Page: <a href="http://facebook.com/PetronGasulPH">http://facebook.com/PetronGasulPH</a><br />
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