Tortang Talong (Filipino Eggplant Omelet)
Growing up, tortang talong was a staple in my household. My father plants them and we sell the extra eggplants to neighbors and the local market. Because there’s so much, we end up being forced to eat them so they don’t go to waste. As a child I hated them! You’ll be surprised at how […]
A Fun and Delicious Filipino Dessert: Maja Blanca
Easy Filipino Dessert for Father’s Day! Greetings friends! I hope you’re all doing well on this lovely day. I’m excited to share with you a traditional Filipino delicacy that’s sure to delight your tastebuds – maja blanca (ma-ha blahn-ka). Translating to “coconut milk pudding”, this silky smooth coconut-corn concoction has been a staple delicacy in […]
Slow Cooker Spicy Pork Curry Recipe That’s a Breeze for Busy Moms
The Easiest Slow Cooker Spicy Pork Curry Your Family Will Love Craving something spicy but don’t know what to choose? Let me introduce you to Spicy Pork Curry Recipe! It’s cooked on my best cooking friend: the slow cooker, so no need to fuss over your dish. Can’t say this enough. The Slow Cooker is […]
How to Make Omurice with Easy Pinoy Style Demi-Glace Sauce
I was watching Uncle Roger’s video on Omurice with the famed chef Motokichi Sensei who popularized Omurice in the western world. It was funny as hell and was really inspired to cook omurice again. This time, I was particularly struck by the demi-glace sauce he used. I realized that while I have a great Omurice […]
Crispy Beef Tripe Recipe
This is how I fell in love with this beef tripe recipe. So picture this. I was out with friends on a cold December evening. We met in one of the posh restaurants in Cubao called A Mano restaurant, We hadn’t seen each other for the past 10 years and the pre-ordered food lay forgotten […]
This Pinoy Dish is Truly to Die For – Here’s How to Make Pork Dinuguan (Pinoy Pork Blood Stew) The Right Way
A Delicious Taste of the Philippines: Cooking Dinuguan Ah, pork dinuguan – a savory and rich blood stew that’s a beloved staple in Filipino cuisine. Cooked this a few days back and just thinking about it makes my mouth water. Buckle up, moms, because this recipe is not for the faint of heart (or stomach!), […]
Pressure Cooked Octopus in Tomatoes (Pugita with Kamatis): A Seafood Adventure for Your Taste Buds
When it comes to creating unique seafood recipes, you’ve got to think outside of the (cook)book. Pressure-cooking octopus in tomatoes is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters with its bold yet balanced flavors. From first bite to last, this dish will transport your taste buds on a saucy adventure they won’t soon forget. […]