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Seafood3 Comments
Pusit

Oven-Grilled Vegetable-Stuffed Squid

11 February 1311 February 13 Iska

One thing I’ve observed when I was on holiday in the Philippines is that it’s quite hard to find a vegetable dish in restaurants and food courts.  I’m pretty sure this isn’t always the case when one goes to upmarket … Continue reading Oven-Grilled Vegetable-Stuffed Squid

Soups4 Comments
Chicken and Corn Soup

Chicken and Corn Soup

8 February 138 February 13 Iska

Happy New Year! Well more like Happy Chinese New Year as I’ve had a very looooong holiday it’s a bit difficult to get back to blogging (and blog hopping).  I hope the scheduled posts about easy holiday recipes I published … Continue reading Chicken and Corn Soup

Beef & Lamb4 Comments
Braised Lamb Neck Chops

Braised Lamb Neck Chops

4 January 1310 December 12 Iska

I love lamb steaks and I normally buy easy to grill/panfry cuts.  One day I got curious and bought the neck chops thinking I would be able to do the same.  Buti na lang nakapagtabong tanong ako.  Found out these … Continue reading Braised Lamb Neck Chops

Fish3 Comments
Baked salmon on rice

Baked Salmon

28 December 1211 February 13 Iska

We live quite close to Auckland’s best fish shop and that’s where I bought these beautiful salmon fillets.  This easy yet yummy baked salmon dish is perfect if you’re considering seafood galore night with some other dishes to match like … Continue reading Baked Salmon

Pork2 Comments
Braised Pork Belly

Chinese-Style Braised Pork Belly

21 December 1210 December 12 Iska

I’ve always loved melt-in-your-mouth braised pork belly and this one here might remind you the flavors of beef pares and patatim.  No doubt yum served with steamed rice and vegetable spring rolls. “It’s so shiny and beautiful!”, my son’s exact … Continue reading Chinese-Style Braised Pork Belly

Poultry1 Comment
Peri Peri Chicken

Easy Peri-Peri Chicken

14 December 1210 December 12 Iska

I do have a basic roast chicken recipe – no-fuss, cheap, one that always hit the spot, which I intend to post but then I thought it may not be Christmassy enough.  Well it still is, and of course I … Continue reading Easy Peri-Peri Chicken

Noodles & Pasta4 Comments
clams fettuccine

Spicy Clams Fettuccine (Fettuccine Alle Vongole)

7 December 127 December 12 Iska

Honestly I have never thought about cooking clams for Christmas dinner.  But why not?  I mean, why go for the overrated spaghetti Bolognese, carbonara or lasagna?  This easy-to-cook slightly spicy pasta dish is just as good and will definitely look … Continue reading Spicy Clams Fettuccine (Fettuccine Alle Vongole)

Beef & Lamb, Sauces & Condiments, Vegetables9 Comments
Lamb shoulder roll and broccoli with red wine sauce

Roast Rolled Lamb Shoulder and Broccolli with Red Wine Sauce

30 November 127 December 12 Iska

December and January will definitely be very busy months for me.  Not that I will be working much but I will also be on a holiday.  Weeehhh!  I will write as much recipes as I can and schedule postings in … Continue reading Roast Rolled Lamb Shoulder and Broccolli with Red Wine Sauce

Noodles & Pasta6 Comments
Baked Mac and Cheese

Easy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

23 November 121 December 12 Iska

I always prepare the boy’s packed lunch for school but once a month he gets to choose from the school’s online range of healthy, yummy food.  One of his favorites from the menu is Macaroni Cheese, which may be called … Continue reading Easy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Appetizers14 Comments
Sisig

Crispy Sisig Pork Belly and Beef Tendons

18 November 1226 November 12 Iska

The first sisig I cooked was ages ago way back in my mom’s kitchen – I roasted a pig’s head for dinner then chopped the leftover cheeks and ears.  I stir in mashed pig’s brain to make it sinfully creamy … Continue reading Crispy Sisig Pork Belly and Beef Tendons

Appetizers, Food Talk8 Comments
Roasted Turkey Drumsticks with Smoked Bacon & Pork: Sisig Style

Roasted Turkey Drumsticks with Smoked Bacon & Pork: Sisig Style

18 November 1217 November 12 Erwin

Sisig. It’s the penumbra and epicenter of the Filipino’s secret love affair with the pig and its heavily greasy aftermath. It’s like an annoying love song that constantly repeats itself in many taverns across the city and through the decades … Continue reading Roasted Turkey Drumsticks with Smoked Bacon & Pork: Sisig Style

Beef & Lamb, Salads, Sauces & Condiments11 Comments
Warm Lamb Salad

Warm Greek Lamb Salad by Antonio & Friends

16 November 1218 November 12 Iska

I (lovingly) complained to my son last week when he said he’s in charge to bring 4 ingredients to food tech.  Seriously, these main ingredients – lamb, mint, wild rockets and basil pesto, are pricey but proud and excited mom … Continue reading Warm Greek Lamb Salad by Antonio & Friends

Desserts & Baking, Snacks & BreakfastsLeave a comment
Basic Muffin

Antonio’s Vanilla Muffins

13 November 1213 November 12 Iska

A week ago, Antonio cooked mini vampire muffins at school with his friends.  As usual he came home with few pieces to show me.  Well I’m impressed!  They taste fantastic and I made him promise to make some for us … Continue reading Antonio’s Vanilla Muffins

Snacks & Breakfasts12 Comments
Parmesan Breadsticks

Easy Parmesan Breadsticks

9 November 129 November 12 Iska

What do you do when you’re in a waiting area?  Like before a meeting or an appointment with your accountant, a dentist or your doctor?  Play an app on your smartphone, yes, but there are times when it’s not exactly … Continue reading Easy Parmesan Breadsticks

Beef & Lamb11 Comments
Salisbury Steak

Salisbury Steak

2 November 123 November 12 Iska

Ages ago when I was twenty-ish working in Makati paydays mean a good lunch or dinner at a ‘proper’ restaurant.  One of those would be one that offers Salisbury steak.  I know I know, it’s such a simple dish but … Continue reading Salisbury Steak

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