Ginataang Halo-Halo: Serve it Hot, Serve it Cold

Dec 12, 11 Ginataang Halo-Halo: Serve it Hot, Serve it Cold

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I think I’ve pretty much labeled this month a comfort food month.  I guess I’m needing quite a bit more comforting especially we are in the midst of Christmas season and sooo aching to be with my hubby. This past weekend I decided I should make another classic Filipino food for the soul.  And I tell you the truth. Even...

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Maja Blanca (Coconut Pudding)

  I got this recipe from Vanjo Merano over at Panlasang Pinoy.  I love his website. It has a plethora of Filipino food recipes and video instructions to go with it. Ya! Very helpful for someone who is just now learning how to cook Pinoy style (like ME). Anyhoot. I wanted to… show you how I made Maja Blanca (Coconut...

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Halo-Halo: the Filipino Fruity and Icy Treat

Aug 01, 11 Halo-Halo: the Filipino Fruity and Icy Treat

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  It has been sooo hot here in Jax Florida. Perfect season for the Filipino dessert: “Halo-Halo“. “Halo” is the Tagalog word meaning “to mix”.  Why call it  ”Halo-Halo” ?  I mean, look at it…  It really is a mixture of shaved ice, fruit preserves, and any other...

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Fourth of July and Buko Salad

Jul 04, 11 Fourth of July and Buko Salad

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My husband’s heritage is American and it is important for us to honor his heritage and his culture.  Especially because we reap the benefits of living in America… ..So today we celebrate America’s Independence day. July 4. We plan to go and see fireworks display this evening after a cook out. We also plan to...

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