Sinaing na isda sa sampalok (Steamed fish in tamarind)

I have been a lot of tuna (salpicao, burger steak or teriyaki) lately, ignoring the smaller fishes sold in the market. However, when I saw this fish called “barilison” (means similar to bariles –> tuna in Tagalog), I knew one particular dish to cook it with! Barilison are smaller... 

Source:  A Scientist in the Kitchen

Global Warming

Global warming is an increase of heat of the Earth’s surface. We can really feel the difference of our temperature now and before. It is really hot!. There are lots of factors that contributes the increase of humidity that we are experiencing now a days. These are electronics gadget, automobiles,... 

Source:  Buhat Sa Tambay

Gas Machine (My Most Embarassing Moment)

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Source:  Flippish.com» Flippish.com

Ilang-Ilang

This tattoo is a Philippine Sun surrounded by ilang-ilang flowers which represents Rafael’s of Mildenhall, UK last name. Therefore, his whole name is Rafael Ilang-Ilang. For your information,... Check out the new Baybayin translator on http://baybayin.com ... 

Source:  PinoyTattoos.com - Filipino Tattoo Source

What are the qualities of Fresh Fish?

Question: Can you please share your knowledge on how to know if the fishes in the market are still fresh? What are the qualities of fresh fish? Answer: Here’s how to know if the fish is still fresh: Clear and Bright Eyes The skin should be bright, and shiny. Smells like clean. No foul odor. Smells... 

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AppVent Calendar 09: a free iPhone game everyday until December 22

The Unofficial Apple Weblog gave the heads up on an ongoing holiday promotion. Blacksmith Games will be revealing one free iPhone game starting December 1. Called the Appvent Calendar 09, a free iPhone game will be revealed everyday until December 22 and each game will be available for free one day... 

Source:  Davao Mac User

What Mrs. Arroyo is saying…

When Mrs. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo filed her Certificate of Candidacy for the Congressional seat in her hometown, many, including former president Fidel V. Ramos, protested. For them, Mrs. Arroyo should resign her post as president out of delicadesa. They are not questioning the legality of the act–they... 

Source:  pinoyobserver.com

Osso Buco, Ossobuco Bulalo

Osso buco, Ossobuco bulalo. Ossobuco is an Italian braised, slow cooked veal shanks. For my version I used saw cut beef shanks or bulalo. Saw cut beef shanks are available in most supermarkets. The beef shanks slices are coated with cornstarch and browned on both side to seal in the flavors, before stewing... 

Source:  Overseas Pinoy Cooking

Talavera: The House of Prayer

The University of Cebu High School Department (UCHS) had a two days  retreat  last November 6 and 7 at Talavera, the House of Prayer located at the beautiful hills of Quiot, Cebu City, Philippines. Talking about the place where the retreat was held, I was really curios of its name. Talavera means “true... 

Source:  Buhat Sa Tambay

Frannywanny’s Holiday Gift Ideas : Dots Chocolate Chip Cookies

It's amazing what food can do. While we all know that food gives us nourishment, it makes us happy, it satisfy our cravings and it relives wonderful memories... and it re-connects old friends too! Such is the case of a box of warm, moist chocolate chip cookies that were lovingly baked by my former grade... 

Source:  Frannywanny - a food and travel blog

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