tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76826608013023733952024-02-07T11:57:47.286-08:00Food N JoyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01694112656136605455noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682660801302373395.post-57549469366703229692014-10-09T06:22:00.001-07:002014-10-12T06:27:42.302-07:00How About A Nice Fresh Air At LA MESA ECO PARK...<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">One Sunday morning and bored of strolling at the mall</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 21px;">... we decided to have an old-fashioned way of family bonding. We romped around the Eco (logical) Park at La Mesa Dam in Fairview, Quezon City.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">Its been 3 years since our last
visit to this park and we were delighted by its improvements. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 21px;">It was a lovely day when we arrive. </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">The surroundings were all green, tall trees were
all over and flowers were beaming with pride. We toured around and found other
amusement facilities which were not seen the last time. There were the zip line site,
bungee fun adventure site, a new swimming pool and a new boating site. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">There were several </span><i style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">nipa</i><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;"> cottages where you can rest after a
long walk. For nature lover, it is a nice place to frequent and commune with our Mother Earth. There you can find tranquility amidst the merriment of guests. Kids frolicked while the grown-ups were fishing or swimming. We even spotted one family celebrating grandma's birthday. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">For Catholics, Sunday Masses are schedule every 10:30 am
to 11:30 am at the </span><i style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">Ipil</i><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;"> Grove Pavilion. We were able to attend it and afterwards continued with our wandering.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">The trekking to the spot of the <i>La Mesa</i> Dam was tiresome but the site was wonderful . It was a good exercise for our lazy bones. There were bikers, joggers, friends and students having fun and taking photos. </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 21px;">My youngest kid was complaining and grumpy over the long climb.</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 21px;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">And as we found an ice cream cart at the foot of the steps, he was thankful for his reward. For enduring the climb, an ice cream cone with his favorite flavor.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">As we continued with our hiking, we saw one funny guy in green all
over pretending to be a statue of a toy soldier but was actually a person with a device in his mouth to make him squeak when he spoke. We found another two in red and blue near the souvenir shop. They were so
entertaining with their antics.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">Some eateries/restaurants were also present to augment the needs of empty
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">It was an enjoyable strolling and we stopped at the Drilon
Orchidarium (donated by Senator Franklin Drilon) were several families are, just
like us, having family bonding. Tired, we rested and ate our </span><i style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">baon </i><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">with</span><i style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;"> gusto</i><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">The freshness of the nature was engaging. It offers good subject
for several photographers. There were also some soon-to-be married couples having
their pictorial for their theme photoshoots. Students were also having their camping. A couple of kids were
having fun with horseback riding. It was a never ending adventures for kids of all ages.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">For all nature lovers who don’t want to go out of Metro Manila, I
recommend this amusement and leisure park for a difference. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">It is located at the back of the East Fairview, Quezon City. One
can use the Winston St. or the Pearl St. and traverse the gate in Dunhill St. Tricycles are also available for special trip but some teenagers and joggers took it by just plain walking or jogging.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">Persons above 3 ft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P50.00<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">QC residents (w/valid proof of residence) . . . P40.00<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">QC Senior Citizen (w/ valid ID) . . . . . . . . . . . Free<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">Enjoy our mother nature! And God Bless!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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girl dreamed of celebrating their 18<sup>th</sup> birthday in a special and memorable
way. Well, mine was not posh but it was spent with my close friends or BFF. We
“made merry” over a plate of banana fritters or <i>Baduya</i> and a family-sized bottle Coke which my friends paid for.
How can you ever forget an event like that, huh? It was a special celebration in
a sole and unique way.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">My niece had her celebration in an amazing way… A Foam Party at the Penthouse of JCRV Bldg. Tomas Morato corner A. Roces Avenue, Quezon City.</span></div>
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the only girl of the siblings, “She is favored” as her father said. It was
compensatory to her since she is a God-fearing, jolly, diligent, charming and obedient
young lady. She had never been a headache to her parents [nor to her brothers]
and she was a good cousin to my children. She has countless friends, neighbors
and classmates, old and new.</span><br />
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debut party started with the usual friends’ gift-giving and small informal
speeches of what the gift represents, the dancing with eighteen roses, speeches
of the parents, picture takings here and there and lastly food was served. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">... And after the dinner, the soap suds at the poolside beckoned to us. My girls and boy enjoyed the soap suds, afterwards my girls changed their attire and proceeded to the pool to enjoy their swimming but not for my little boy since we figured it was too cold for him. He was envious but amused by the exuberance and energy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">I know what my daughter did
last summer… she submitted an entry, a poem/song, through the Inquirer-Young-Writer-Summer-Program.
But, we heard nothing from them about the result of the contest. So, let me
share with you my 14-year old daughter's composition. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Despair
for Me, O Loved Ones<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>A
song by Jana F. F. Magadia<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>The protagonist’s note to his mother:<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Dear mother, I’m off to a faraway
place<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>But you needn’t despair for me;<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>I’ve heard ev’ry man who has come
to this place<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Becomes a shadow of peace.<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>The protagonist’s note to his father:<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> <i>Dear father, I’m off to a faraway place<o:p></o:p></i></b></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> But you
needn’t despair;<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> A loaded gun
for the shield of your son<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> I shall
wield for this journey.<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>The protagonist’s note to his wife:<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> <i>Dear darling wife, the love of my life<o:p></o:p></i></b></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> You
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> But darling,
please, watch over our child<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> As she ages
with her dreams of dark and wild.<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> <i>My dear, you’re insane, I suggest you rest,<o:p></o:p></i></b></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> And yes, I
shan’t cry at dramatic events<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> Our
daughter is safe from the wildest of dreams<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> She now plays
with the heaven’s seraphim</span></i><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>A note found in front of the daughter’s gravestone:<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> <i>Dear child, sleep well, I will be there,<o:p></o:p></i></b></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> We’ll play
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> We’ll
rejoice in the light of the One who gives light,<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> The light of
the sun and the moon<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> <i>My dear, I’ve arrived in this wonderful
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> There I
maiden greeted me.<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> Her eyes
were dark and yet they sparked.<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> Darling,
rejoice for me.<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> I knew you
despised me night and day,<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> Now I’m to
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man to bring you peace,<o:p></o:p></b></span></i></div>
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in his study. A pistol was lying on the floor and its muzzle pointed at the
door. When his holed head was lifted from a blood-stained blueprint, it was
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">While I was munching on a
piece of <b><i>Toasted Siopao</i></b>, I began to reminisce my childhood days and
since Bicolandia recently celebrated the <b>Fiesta
of Our Lady of Penafrancia</b>, it is only fitting to write about this Bicol’s
all-time- favourite snack. I believe that this kind of <i>siopao</i> originated in Bicol. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Surprisingly, a number of small
bakeries, having this as one of their best-selling products, started to sprout in Metro
Manila.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">And I found one that almost
replicates the taste of our homeland Toasted <i>Siopao</i>. Now I don’t have to wait
for some of our relatives to visit us bringing along this pastry or for us to
go to Bicol to bite one. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The <i>Toasted Siopao</i> is not the usual <i>siopao</i>
in a steamer but rather, bread with filling of pre-cooked seasoned ground
pork and half a slice of boiled egg. A
piece of it is enough for a good <i>merienda</i> or snack although the version of it
in Metro Manila is much smaller than the original piece in Bicol. So go ahead
and indulge as many as you can with your favourite drink. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Tip: The product is best eaten while it is still hot and freshly-baked. Left-overs should be kept refrigerated. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><i>TatyStar</i>
Bakery</span></b><span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> is located along Anonas Extension corner Madasalin Sts.
in Quezon City. It makes me smile and I feel proud that the word “Toasted
Siopao” is much bigger that the name of the bakery itself. No billing problem
from the owner </span><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">J</span><span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">It is just a small bakery but a lot of customers queue for a box or two or even six. The cost is Php9.00/piece.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The bakery is manned by
several personnel in red… busy staff but attentive to customers’ need. I asked
one of them if the owner is a </span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Bicolano</i><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">
but she said no and utter another region that escapes my mind.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Aside
from the <i>siopao</i>, they also have the</span><span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Spanish Bread, Cinnamon Bread </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">and</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18.3999996185303px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><b style="font-style: italic;">Maligaya Bread </b>to name a few. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><i><b>Maligaya</b></i> <b>Bread</b> is a pastry with red sweet filling. A</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">lso called </span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Panderegla</i><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> and </span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Kababayan</i><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> in other regions in the Philippines. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">And Wow!,
they also have the classic </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><i>“Tinoktok” or our native “Pinangat”</i></b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">,
a non-bread item and another Bicol delicacy. It is made of thinly chopped seasoned
shrimp and grated coconut meat wrapped in </span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Gabi</i><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> Leaves and
cooked in coconut milk, some like it chilly hot while others the regular flavor.</span></div>
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watch said 2:30 pm and we were still caught in the traffic at C5. The sun was
hot and my kids were excited. "Are we there yet ??" They asked me for
the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><i>n</i>th time. The reason
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;">The long wait was over as we saw the signboard
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stay here and I did not feel exhausted. It was indeed a memorable Happy Birthday
not only to Jacob and Yuan but to all of us as well. I definitely recommend
this leisure place for your kids' next adventure, party or for your family
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that we squabbled with or hated ourselves but the mere fact that we allowed
ourselves to be stressed out by our everyday existence. Not everyone thou
experience this but I personally get into it. I use it to measure the longevity
of one of my virtue... that is patience. Being in a public service is a tough
job. The meager income, for one, will tests your very and many
"ways" of life. The opinions of "haters" or the
"bashers" of public servants or sometimes we call ourselves
"public slaves" make us defensive in a way, is another test to
endure. We cannot blame them nor judge our fellow employees for each actions.
Each has his or her own reasons on why show such demeanor. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">In such time one of my goal is to look for a solemn place to commune with our Creator. One of my officemate who was from Lucban, Quezon suggested that we visit Kamay ni Hesus.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">So, off we go to Lucban. The Kamay ni Hesus Shrine is located in the vast area of land and mountain. In front of it is the Batis Aramin Resort where anyone can also enjoy the fresh air and the cold water of the pool. On top of the mountain is the
huge statue of the Jesus Christ with hand stretched out as if welcoming everyone
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As we start our hiking, it was like we were immersed in the old testament. On the ground are located the "replica"of the Noah's Ark with the different animals, near the entrance of the hiking area is the statue of Adam and Eve and near the exit was the Pieta. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It was almost 2:00pm, I was in front seat of the van. It was hot inside and I was perspiring. My back was soaked with sweat and I was worried that I might get sick. We were traversing the South Expressway, when our boss sent a message in my cellphone that we need to stopped by the first gasoline station after Alabang. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It was my first time to go to Lucban. We have been planning this event for a couple of weeks already and we were all looking forward to a refreshing team building activity. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The destination was BATIS ARAMIN Resort and Hotel.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">After our quick stop, we begun our journey...lo and behold! The weath</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">er became favorable and the aircon of the vehicle was getting colder. My back was dry and I was enjoying the sight... traffic, sun, rain, sun again, lots of trees, rice fields, cows, carabaos, crows, tricycles, cars, bus, people, old, young, gasoline station, cr, plants, zigzag roads, Calamba, Pansol, Los Banos, Bay, Pila, Sta. Cruz, Pagsanjan, Cavanti, Luisiana... and its getting darker... and atlast we reach LUCBAN. I saw the statue of the Kamay ni Hesus on top of the mountain and smelt the fresh air.</span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was flattered when my hubby brought us (</span><span style="font-size: large;"> the kids and I) to Dencio's in Capitol Hills, Quezon City. It's a restaurant at the top of a building where you can watch the setting of the sun. Its a hilly place overlooking some portion of Metro Manila and a golf course. The surroundings sparkled in the evening which added loving mood to the venue.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The ambiance was supposed to be nice, cool and romantic but </span><span style="font-size: large;">I was worried that my very active children might fall down the open space where some people </span><span style="font-size: large;">were more likely to drink than to dine. So we opted for the non-smoking secluded and secured area .</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My daughter's teacher in her Cooking class is one of the Chefs of Crab n' Crew Restobar in Visayas Ave. Quezon City. I cannot reject her plea as she bombard me with her request to try and visit it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, one late rainy afternoon we dropped in on the site. It was a small place with unpainted walls but with picture frames of different people including the cooking teacher/chef, who happens to be a <b>look-a-like of her Tito Glen</b>, my husband's brother.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We usually held our meetings at the four corners of our conference room, but not in this particular day. We wanted some variation and so, one lunch time, we went to Johnny Rockets in Tomas Morato, Quezon City, a choice more convenient and a new place to visit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We got crazy over Timberland Height! It was already past 6:00pm when we headed the Batasan Road going to Timberland Sports and Nature Club. We were supposed to be there at 2:00 pm. Hannah, my youngest daughter was already freaking out! We do not know the condition of the road to the mountain, so I told Eric, my husband, to take it slow.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The road was dimly lit when we started the climb and I already got text message from the club staff asking me the time of our arrival. I told her that we're on our way. I had to admit it I was getting a little bit scared... and I know my husband was getting upset... the car was on first gear can't make it to the second gear. And the road was getting difficult and steep.. the children are getting fidgety and nervous too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">After 10 minutes of grueling mixed emotions and anticipation of unfamiliar sight, we all felt relieved when we saw the huge gate of Timberland and were greeted by the guards and gave us more instructions on our way to the main club. We were still driving down--more like driving up--the road when our worried faces completely shifted to the look of amazement... we were welcomed by the majestic sight of the glittering lights of Metro Manila.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;">Facing the door of the hall was a majestic sight of dazzling radiance of the San Mateo in Rizal, Metro Manila and of Laguna.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had a good night sleep although Hannah Banana had fallen off her bed. The children were glad that we had this break.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">At 8:00 am the next morning we had our breakfast and as the stub indicated Filipino Breakfast, we ordered <i>Tosilog</i> and <i>Tapsilog</i> and coffee.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We took pleasure watching which part of the metro was raining and sunny. We even saw a captivating sight of the Ortigas and she called it <i>The Modernized Version of King's Landing</i> (for those who watch Game of Throne) because the tall buildings were like castles and the fine yellow effect by the sun and clouds made it look like summer. The buildings were surrounded by small rooftops that she called <i> Even Messier Flee Bottom</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">....and the vacation continued... the children enjoyed the infinity pool and my husband's favorite was the spa, where sauna and steam room were located. He spent most of the time at the jacuzzi.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had a great time at Timberland. But due to time constraint there were some other activity that we were not able to do but wanted to do so--like rock-climbing and working-out at the gym. The food was great, the service was professional and the staff were accommodating.</span><br />
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court was full of people, beaming with people actually, we had no choice but
to left it starving, gloomy and grumpy. We were traversing the West Avenue in Quezon City when we
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sinangag. However, we did not find the experience enticing... it was not our
best of luck. The sweet and sour pork was so hard to chew. The taste of what we
opted to gobble was not that exceptional too. It was very uncomfortable
eating such food. Each one of us was not satisfied. </span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">It's difficult for me to recommend such place to
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01694112656136605455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682660801302373395.post-44278254976545040272013-09-06T18:43:00.000-07:002013-09-06T18:45:41.466-07:00Anniversary Date at Army Navy, Greenhills.<span style="font-size: large;">My mother-in-law had a surgery due to brain tumor last January 9, 2013 which coincided with our wedding anniversary. The operation was successful and we visited her afterwards. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">On our way home, we decided to celebrate our anniversary in a very modest way like teenagers dating in a tight budget. We came across the Army Navy in Greenhills and ordered for two of their burger sandwiches. It was crunchy, full of oozing ingredients and fresh...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">... it was heavy, flavorful and deliciously cooked. </span><span style="font-size: large;">We were full and satisfied...</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01694112656136605455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682660801302373395.post-24539819828598736632013-09-06T07:30:00.000-07:002013-09-06T17:48:27.618-07:00Early Morning Bonding at Ces Garden Cuisine in Quezon City Memorial Cicrle.<span style="font-size: large;">Hi there! One early morning we went to Quezon City Memorial Circle for a family bonding. We have never been to the place for a very long time, and to our surprise, aside from the usual folks who were regularly been doing their exercise or aerobics, there were additional attractions like the rides and the zipline. My children got crazy over the later and enjoyed it so much. I, however, had the trembling knees over the heights. Did not try it even for once. wheeeh!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">But as we go along, our tummy started to rumble and complain, it was already 10:30am and we have not even eaten our breakfast yet. We happen to saw Ces Garden Cuisine along the way and decided to have our brunch there.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My children had some creamy pasta and I decided to add sizzling sisig and pork sinigang which was served hot and steamy. The taste was lutong bahay or luto ni lola. Strawberry and pineapple shakes was tutti and fruitidelicious. We had a great time and felt re-charge and refresh. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The ambiance was well ventilated since it was like a cosy veranda or balcon. It was homey and relaxing. My children who haven't got enough of their experience also played in the spacious park in front of the garden, bantered and chased doves while we had our fill. We just notice that the pipe in music was not good for the children. So, we asked the staff to change the song. The price was affordable. Try it someday.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Since it was a rainy monday, few foodies were around enjoying not only the food but also the new found place to have sumptuous dinner. </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">I was able to more or less tasted all the food that captured my scrutinizing eyes. We had a great night of indulgence. </span></div>
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and fish fillet with rich white sauce, which I like the most. But,
the savory and soft beef tenderloin was irresistible to the last
bite. There was also the traditional crunchy <i>lechon</i> and
flavorful <i>pansit bihon</i>. It was the leche flan with such
fine texture and the right amount of sweetness that captured my sweet tooth. Lovely taste! But the downside
of this dessert was, it was serve smaller than I expected. Bottles of red and
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01694112656136605455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682660801302373395.post-56465067777187094252013-05-12T01:19:00.002-07:002013-05-12T09:05:24.247-07:00Everyday is a Mother's Day!<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Every mother in the whole wide world knows that being one entails a lot of love, sacrifices and
patience. However, delving on its hardships is not a good idea especially if
you can see the favorable results of it. Let me show and tell you some of my eldest (Janjan) child’s works which I took pride on.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">One of her
project in her 5th grade Painting Club was the subject “Three Trees” and her submitted project in Technology and Livelihood Education was the Four-Leaf Clover Thread Art. They comprised our house decoration, the painting hanging in our living room and the thread art in our bedroom.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; text-align: justify;">Last year, in her 7th Grade, she was the News Editor in their school paper and one of her feature article was about their
Intramurals .Here it goes:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Title:
<b>School Intrams: Why It Is Home in My
Mind</b> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The
best thing about the Intramurals is that everyone is supposed to have fun. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Well,
almost everyone. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">This
year, I forgot how to have fun… as usual.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I
have always hated the Intrams. Since Grade school in fact. No, it’s not because
this is the time when most kids get injured. It is because the event I’ve
always wanted to join in has always been taken. So, I have to find other
events… EVENTS THAT I’M NOT GOOD AT!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The
event is Badminton. My father is a badminton player. He <i>was</i> good. Before he got injured, that is. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">May
be because of his frustration that he can no longer play like he used to, or
for whatever reason only known (or unknown) to him, he wanted me to take up the
sport. (a familiar story of parents passing-on to their kids their eternal
hope). I, on the other hand, know that I am not the player he wants me to be. I
never was and I knew that I never will be…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I
still wanted to play that sport though. I felt I had no other option. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“Why
not join Cheering?” everybody else would ask me. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">To
be honest, and young as I am, I’ve grown tired of Cheering. I’m kind of certain
that I would feel even lonelier if I join that event. It’s just shouting behind
the players and proving that that’s the only thing you can do. No offense but,
Cheering makes me feel weak.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">On
the day when we were to decide which event to join in, I hesitantly announced
to the whole class and to my adviser that I shall try-out for Badminton. At
that moment, some of my classmates tried to discourage me, saying, “<i>Mag-cheering ka nalang</i>.” I’m not sure
what transpired in me but at that moment, my initial reluctance turned to
conviction. I stood firm in front of my seat and replied, “My decision is
final.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">While
returning home to spread the news, my father was very proud, and suggested that
I should practice with him at once. He seems to have recovered from his injury
really quickly when I agreed to practice with him. I had mixed feelings as I
remember my classmates’ resistance to the whole idea. Some people just do not
know how it is to be treated like a kid who has no potential.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">At
the supposed day of the try-outs, I was riding on a rather fluctuating series
of luck: my opponent was absent; good luck for me as the coach said I was in
the Badminton Team. Then again, I felt that winning by default is another way
to prove I am weak.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The
next day, my opponent showed up, and when she heard that I won by default, she
demanded (yes, demanded) a try-out. I wanted to prove that I am not afraid so I
agreed, win or lose.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The
teammate who befriended me the previous day shifted allegiance and decided to
hang out with the one who won instead. The moderator gave me two options: to
join another event, or to be a substitute member of the Badminton Team. He
expected me to feel good about myself. Would anyone in my situation feel good?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I
sat on the bleachers for that whole day, afraid of what my <i>detractors</i> would say once they hear that I lost and was only a substitute.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">During
that thought, I heard a classmate of mine shout in joy, “<i>Yey, talo si Jana</i>” which caused a tear to stroll down to my cheek.
I wanted to make my dad proud so I told the moderator that I prefer being a
sub. He was like, “You decide” anyway. I had a terrible headache then and spent
my day in the clinic.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The
next day, I felt too insecure even to practice. I sat on the bleachers,
fiddling my racquet like some kind of keyblade [for the fans of Kingdom
Hearts]. An acquaintance of mine parked her bags beside mine. I asked her what
her event is.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“Oh,
mine? I don’t have an event,” she answered. Surprised and confused at the same
time, I asked her what the wanderers (that’s what I call fellows without
events) are supposed to do. “Wait for Ms. Casimiro in the ice station. She
might have something in store for you.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I
immediately went to the ice station and chatted with a few chaps that I have
been acquainted with the previous school years. When Ms. Casimiro arrived, I
asked her for a task. “Go and get some cartolina from the maintenance office.
When they ask what those papers are for, answer them, ‘Ms. Casimiro requests
them.’”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I
did as she told me and returned to the ice station to find her and some other
friends already making art stuff in the podium. I joined them and Ms. Casimiro
said to make some banners. And I did. I had fun doing all those things.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Sometimes,
I practice. But most of the time, when I had nothing to do, I would hang out in
the ice station. I would help them make pompoms for their team, guard the station when they all had to leave
to eat, to buy something, to watch a game and others. I kept comparing myself
to stories in which the character couldn’t decide where he really belongs but
in the end, he knows where his home is. I felt comfortable in that little green
tent. I feel safe and at home.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">For
an epilogue, let me just say here that to this day, my father is training me to
become a good Badminton player. He says that in one year’s time, I will be able
to play good. He says that I can make a difference. I, on the other hand, keep
telling him that having fun does not come only from being good in a particular
endeavor. In that little green tent, amidst the noise and all those activities
during the Intrams, I found home.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01694112656136605455noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682660801302373395.post-53616196521856018802013-04-07T10:53:00.000-07:002013-10-14T23:54:57.911-07:00A Review for Primero Casa Filipino<span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;">I was invited by a friend of mine, Marra, to join her visit </span><b style="font-size: x-large; text-align: justify;">Primero Casa Filipino (PCF)</b><span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;">, a dining place
offering an eat-all-you can buffet, to make a review. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;">The establishment</span><b style="font-size: x-large; text-align: justify;"> </b><span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;">is located along Scout Torillo corner Scout Fernandez in Quezon City.</span><b style="font-size: x-large; text-align: justify;"> </b><span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;"> It was an ancestral house before it was converted into
a restaurant. We met some
of the personnel who were all friendly and accommodating. Ms. Edy was in charge of the reservation, Sir
Arnold, was one of the pioneers in the said establishment and Sir Justin, was the General Manager. However, we were not able to meet
the busy chef.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The inner part was a bar with various wines and spirits.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">The main entrance of the
buffet area was in the right side of the house and it was simply fascinating.
And you will be welcomed by charming staff.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Primero Casa Filipino offers Modern Filipino Food. And the desserts corner will be the first to allure you of all the sweet stuff it offered in a
conspicuous manner. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The main
courses were placed in the middle portion of the beautifully lit room where some
works of arts were also placed to give added splendor to the room.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">On the second floor was a spacious room which can be
converted into a conference room depending on the number of participants. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The whole place was clean, homey, comfortable and well-designed if not at all elegant.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For the starters, there were the following:</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Roasted Angus Beef</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Steamed <i>Mayamaya</i></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Crispy Pork Belly Lechon</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Seafood <i>Kare-kare</i></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Chicken Pastel</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Braised Pork Ribs</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The carbs were :</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pasta Tomato Cream</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Garlic Fried Rice</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For their dessert, close at hand were the
chocolate muffins, banana pudding and choco marbles which you can spread with
chocolate fondue. Native <i>kakanin</i> like <i>palitaw </i>and <i>buchi</i> were also offered and so
with some fruits like chunks of watermelon and pineapple.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Their special ice cream of various
flavors and halo-halo will only be served upon request.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Since there were a lot of customers, I was not able to taste
some of it. However, the appetizers that caught my attention was the <i>Mustasa</i> Wrap which
has a pleasant taste and the <i>Sisig</i> Shooters but it was a little bit fatty to my
taste. My favorites were the crunchy and tasty Fried <i>Lumpiang</i> Shanghai. I had
some servings of the Pasta Tomato Cream, Roasted Angus Beef which was flavorful and soft to the
last bite, Fried <i>Tilapia</i>, Stir Fry Vegetables which was my favorite. It tasted fresh,
crunchy and sweet. The pasta tomato cream was good for those who watch their diet. The taste was not so creamy. I am a dessert lover and I was not disappointed with their
taste. My favorite was the choco muffins and choco marbles. I love choco... I had a sumptuous dinner and it was great. I will definitely be back with some of my other friends and relatives.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For only P398.00 for weekdays and P498 on weekends, it is <i>sulit na sulit talaga.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">By the way, we were informed that Primero Casa Filipino (PCF) do not serve the same menu everyday, except for the Roasted Angus Beef and the Crispy Pork Belly Lechon. So, before you do visit PCF, we suggest that you call Ms. Edy and inquire on their menu for the day at 921-2448 / 921-1850. Happy eating!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To Mr. Kim Marcelo. Thank you for the opportunity of "getting to know" Primero Casa Filipino.</span><br />
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turned 13 and we were fortunate that friends invited us to celebrate with them over dinner in Sulo Riviera. The place
is so elegant and beautiful. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 115%;">It was
supposed to be a fine dining experience for all of us but with my two younger
kids in-tow, it was practically impossible.
However, the whole staff was so accommodating that even if my kids were
not behaving appropriately, we were treated nicely and with a lot of understanding. My kids have this special talent of taming
people and in return the staff began adoring them.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 115%;">For casual dining, we chose Café
Paraiso, a special place over- looking the pool which my kids found awesome. I
then took pictures of them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">The Sulo Riviera has various dining places and each one caters to a certain crowd. There is a grand setting for fine and formal dinners which is a little bit intimidating, a corner for those who like to listen to music and have some drink, a place for intimate business meeting and lastly, a nook for those having special dinner dates.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">The place is overwhelmingly grand, strange and far from ordinary. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">But, as we went along, I can say that the place is cozy, comfortable and homey. Even the comfort room with built- in pipe music is clean and well-maintained.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">Since it was a birthday celebration con meeting, we opted for Sulo Riviera’s special pancit bihon, fried chicken, rice and their salmon. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">The pancit was served in a unique and slanting white bowl with the special garnishing and it looked appetizing. The flavor was savory, not salty and oily which was fine with me. (I watched my cholesterol level every now and then since according to my last check up, it was very high.) The vegetables were a little crunchy which means that the ingredients used were fresh. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">The fried chicken (kids’ favorite) was serve with lemon and cucumber garnishing. It was tasty, juicy and flavorful. Their special sauce added more flavor to the chicken and so did the” atchara”. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 14px;">The salmon was enticingly and attractively presented. Unfortunately, I was not able to take a picture and taste it, that’s the prize of being a mother and nanny to my kids. Sometimes, I can only eat their left- overs for fear of wasting food. But, as I looked at it, it was steam- cooked and was garnished with some slices of lemon and some unfamiliar ingredients/leaves. It must be basil or rosemary.</span></div>
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