Easy Paella Negra – An Improvised Squid Ink Rice Dish for Special Weekends
Hello friends! April here from Relax Lang Mom.com sharing another one of my improvised weekend dinner ideas using pantry staples. And today, it’s gonna be Paella Negra! The other day I was browsing the shelves at the local grocery store looking for inspiration when I spotted a pack of Clara Ole Pasta Negra Pasta Sauce. […]
La La Laing Beside You: A Marriage of the Plains and the Sea with Laing and Sikad Sikad Sea Shell
While Bicol takes credit as the origin of Laing, I must express that Marinduque has truly perfected this coconutty stew. Growing up on the island, I have such fond memories of feasting on the best laing under the sun. Where Bicol adds heat alone, Marinduque takes laing to another level with the sweet saltiness of […]
Crispy Fried Tawilis
When visiting Tagaytay, one of my favorite local delicacies to sample apart from Bulalo has always been the crispy fried tawilis – the tiny endemic fish found only in the nearby province of Batangas. I love a nice crispy fried tawilis every now and then and I always buy them of I chance it on […]
Simple and Fresh: How to Cook Baby Squid in Olive Oil
As a mom living on the beautiful island of Marinduque, I’m always looking for quick and easy seafood recipes to feed my family nutritious homecooked meals. Being far from the bigger cities, it can be a challenge to get ingredients, but we’re blessed with the freshest catch right from the waters surrounding our island. One […]
Easy and Delicious Crispy Baby Squid Recipe
Crispy baby squid is one of the most popular appetizers here in the Philippines. It’s absolutely delicious whether you’re enjoying it at a restaurant or making it at home. I’ve also discovered that they can be kid-friendly. As someone living in the province of Marinduque, I’m lucky to have access to fresh seafood like squid […]
Simple Steamed Samaral Fish
Dear sweet parents and caregivers! April here helping you relax into motherhood from my tropical island home. Today I bring some island ease and lightness of spirit to steamed Samaral fish – a simple yet deeply nourishing dish perfect for weekend lunches with family. This fish is a family favorite, its deep white flesh perfect […]
Calamares Made Simple: Guide to Crispy Fried Squid Bliss
Dear sweet moms and parents! April here helping you relax into motherhood from my tropical island home. Today we bring some island flavor and crunch to calamares – crispy fried squid beloved across Filipino tables. This simple snack perfectly encapsulates the unfussy joy of eating with loved ones. I had a recipe here for crispy […]