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Celebrating Father’s Day with HSBC Credit Card

admin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 04:10:24 +0000

Just got this on my email! Advanced Happy Father’s day to all dads out there.

Chateau 1771
Complimentary glass of wine from Chateau’s Sunset Pours Menu.

Chelsea Market and Café
Enjoy a complimentary Signature Dessert or Cocktail for a minimum single purchase of P750.

Polu Kai Grill
Free Revel Ala Mode for a minimum single-receipt purchase of P1,500.

Pontefino
Standard or Premium Room for an exclusive rate of P4,100 net with breakfast for two (2).

Resorts World
Buy One, Get One Buffet on regular price at Mercado Restaurant.

Sentro
Enjoy complimentary Fried Chicken Cutlets with a minimum purchase
of P1,500.

Urban Spa
Get a Nirvana Foot Massage for two (2) when you avail of the Pampering Detox Half Day Package or get a Signature Massage for two (2) when you avail of the Pampering Detox Full Day Package.

NSG
Enjoy a complimentary Featured Appetizer for a minimum purchase of P1,000 or a Home Run Sampler for a minimum purchase of P3,000.

Not Too Shabby

admin — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:22:49 +0000

I’m so happy with my point and shoot. I was just browsing some macro shots from my cam and just can’t believe something so nice could come out of something so light and slim. My search for digital cameras are definitely over. At least until the next best thing comes out in the market again. I really couldn’t bring our DSLR all the time anymore plus it sort of ruins my outfit as I need to carry a big bag or camera bag with me just to protect it. With my small but powerful point-and-shoot, I can dress as I please and still have awesome pictures!

Just some samples:

Wordless Wednesday – One Spoon of Heaven

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:10:23 +0000

When one is on a diet.

WW – Philippine Sausages

admin — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:42:49 +0000

Wordless Wednesday – Risotto Balls

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:23:56 +0000

WW – Hungry?

admin — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 22:40:35 +0000

That’s Foie Gras on top.

Four Foods On Friday 76

admin — Fri, 22 May 2009 01:45:00 +0000

1. Do you celebrate Memorial Day with a picnic, cookout, road trip or some other way?
We don’t really celebrate Memorial Day but I’d take any chance I can get to throw a cookout for friends.

2. What are staples at your summer time cookouts?
Fresh salad, pasta and BBQ / grilled steaks

#3. What drink do you find most refreshing on a hot summer day?
Lemonade or iced tea.

#4. Share a recipe for a picnic side dish.
Antipasto Pasta Salad

(12 servings)
A delicious Italian-style pasta, meat, vegetable and cheese combination with a homemade dressing. It serves a crowd and is great for a picnic, celebrations, and get-togethers as well as a light meal served with bread.
Ingredients

1 pound seashell pasta

1/4 pound Genoa salami, chopped

1/4 pound pepperoni sausage, chopped

1/2 pound Asiago cheese, diced

1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped

1 6oz. jar of chopped pimientos, drained

1 6 oz. jar of artichokes, drained and chopped coarse

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, chopped

3 tomatoes, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced very fine

3 scallions, chopped

1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

salt and ground black pepper to taste

Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, and cool under cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, salami, pepperoni, Asiago cheese, black olives, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, pimientos, artichokes, scallions, garlic and tomatoes. Stir in the envelope of dressing mix. Cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
To prepare the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad, and mix well. Enjoy!

Got it from this site.

Quiet Meal – Wordless Wednesday

admin — Wed, 06 May 2009 01:50:31 +0000

Treat Yourself with Gourmet Chocolate

admin — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 01:11:50 +0000

What’s a better way to treat yourself aside from shopping? For me, it would be gorging mouthfuls of quality chocolates from Gertrude Hawk Chocolates. I love this site because they have all kinds of chocolatey treats for all ages. Whether you’re shopping for yourself, your kids, or for corporate gifts, Gertrude is the perfect place to go. And did I mention how cheap they are? The Chocolate Bunnies just in time for Easter cost from $1.39 to $10. You can even create your own basket so your gift will have a personal touch.

As for me, I’d definitely splurge on any of these Dark Chocolate Smidgens for $9.99 each. There’s Dark chocolate orange which I can already taste in my mouth, peanut butter (husband’s favorite), raspberry, coconut custard, walnut brownie and many more.