Bananalicious Pie

I promised to my mom that I will bring her to Nuvali so we went there last Sunday before going to my Aunt’s house in Victoria, Laguna. As expected, it was crowded and we had a hard time looking for a good spot where we could feed the fish.

After feeding the fish, we went to Contis to buy Tiramisu P295 and Bananalicious Pie P625. My son loves tiramisu so I’m not surprised if he finished half of it on our way to Victoria. Bananalicious pie is like bannoffee pie that has banana, cream and caramel. Everybody enjoyed their slice.

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7th Roses

Last Saturday was my niece 7^th birthday celebration and my son was part of her 7^th roses. This is a much awaited event for me because I want to know if my son will dance or not. It’s good to know that the clothes were fitted on him. He looks good on it though he wasn’t comfortable.

Before the party, my son was not in the mood, it so obvious in the picture because he did not want to smile. He was so sleepy and he was not able to wait for his turn.

So what happened when the host called his name? Check the photo. =)

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Cars 2

I’ve been busy for the past few days and I have no time to update my blog. My busy days are not yet over so I am taking my time now to lessen my backlog.

Last Friday, we watched Cars 2 movie. My son loves Lightning Mcqueen so we did not miss the chance to watch this movie. It was a date with my mom because we missed the “Smurf” movie date. We all enjoyed Cars 2, this movie is not only for kids.

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Day in Paradise

Last Monday, we availed the day tour packageof Shangri-la and it was indeed a Day in Paradise. We all enjoyed our stay in Shangri-la Mactan Resort and Spa and P2,500 per head is very worth it. Kudos to all their staff because they are all approachable, friendly, helpful and they never fail to smile at you.

After our Mactan City Tour, we went to Shangri-la Mactan to spend our last day in Cebu. Day tour package is from 8-9PM so it was perfect for our 10:40PM flight. The resort is just 20 minutes away from airport.

There are so many tourists inside the resort and we can’t find any vacant beach chair where we could stay so we just roam around the resort and look for a place where we could wait because we decided to take our lunch first before we plunge into their pool and beach.

Finally, 12NN came and we went inside the Tides restaurant. I zeroed in on expensive dishes, I’ve tried the lamb chop and still, I did not like it. My son enjoyed his roll and butter and he really likes the crème brulee and was able to finish two cups. Drinks are not included in their free buffet lunch and the cheapest drink is softdrinks in can which is P184.

After meal, it is time to enjoy their amenities.

After swimming, we took advantage the free use of their Health Club Amenities where complimentary drinks are available. Hehe! You can use the gym, sauna, steam bath and Jacuzzi for free.

I do not have regrets in choosing Shangri-la Mactan and this is one of my memorable experiences and fabulous birthday celebration. I hope we can go back here.

Day in Paradise Package includes

Lunch Buffet at Tides Restaurant (drinks not included)
Free use of beach, pool, towel
Free use of Gym and Health Club facilities (sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi)
10% discount on Health Club and Salon Services for adults
Complimentary 2 hours use of Kid’s Adventure Zone for kids (kids must wear long sleeves and socks)
25% discount on Dinner Buffet at Tides Restaurant

Be sure to contact them first before going there because day tour is not available if their hotel is full.

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Food Trip in Cebu

1.       Jollibee – After taking pictures at Basilica Sto. Nino and Magellan’s Cross, we went to La Fortuna Bakeshop for our breakfast but unfortunately their rice is not yet available. We’re not willing to wait because we’re really hungry so we went to Jollibee. We ordered daing na bangus P88 and longanisa P88 breakfast meal.

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2.       Casa Verde – I’ve read a lot of good reviews about this restaurant so after visiting Taoist Temple we had an early lunch at Casa Verde. We’re there at past 10AM so it was not crowded. I love the exterior and interior design of the restaurant. The staffs are all friendly and attentive. We got Brian’s Ribs P188, Pork Steak P178 , Death by Chocolate P105 and Raspberry juice P110 (pitcher). The servings are really huge for a very affordable price. Do not miss this restaurant if you are going to Cebu.

3.       CnT Lechon – my original plan is to have dinner at Larsian but it was raining so we opted to go to Ayala Mall to have an early dinner at CnT Lechon. Of course, we got ½ kilo of lechon and rice.

4.       Fuente Oro Business Suites – We’re very satisfied with our free breakfast. I love their beef tapa. We ordered additional meal for my son and he enjoyed his Belgian waffle P150.

5.       Tides – We got free lunch buffet at Tides Restaurant, it was included in our day tour package. I’ll make a separate post for this.

6.       Café Cesario – From Shangri-la Mactan we went straight to Mactan Airport so we have no choice but to eat here. We ordered garlic chicken and pork steak, the taste is just ok, not worth it for the price of P200+ per meal.

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Mactan City Tour

As much as I want to continue our Cebu City Tour, we no longer have time so we just went to Taboan market to buy dried fish, dried squid, dried mango and other pasalubong. Knowing what to expect in Taboan market, we did not bother to take a bath. Hehe! From Fuente Oro, you need to take two jeepney rides, 06B and 06A then walk to Taboan Market or just ride a taxi cab, fare is around P100.

After Taboan market, we took our free breakfast and prepare for early check out. We went straight to Mactan Shrine for our Mactan City Tour. Photo-op with Lapu-Lapu Monument and Mactan Shrine. I cannot find the Magellan’s marker. Hehe! Sutukil is just around the corner but we did not eat here because we are going to avail Shangri-la Mactan Day Tour Package.

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Birthday Cake

The cake that I have not tasted because I was not present on our birthday celebration.

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Cebu City Tour

Last Sunday, we went to Cebu to celebrate my birthday in advance since my birthday falls on weekday which is Tues. I was very thankful to God for hearing my prayer, there was no storm. After 13 long years, I was back in Cebu but this time we will only stay for two days because my hubby can only take one day leave. Good enough because last year, his VL was denied. I really took my time to research everything so we could maximize our two days stay. I’ve got an early flight to Cebu and last flight to Manila.

Before 6AM, we arrived at Mactan Airport so we went straight to Fuente Oro Business Suites hoping that we could early check in but unfortunately the room was not yet available so we left our baggage and start our Cebu City Tour.

First stop is Basilica De Sto. Nino, our oldest church that was founded in 1565.

Then walk to Plaza Sugbo where Magellan’s Cross is located.

At the back of Magellan’s Cross is the City Hall

From Magellan’s cross just walk until you reach the Plaza Independencia where Fort San Pedro is also located. Right side of the plaza is the Malacanang sa Sugbo.

Opening time of Fort San Pedro is 8AM so we waited for almost 30 minutes. Entrance Fee is P30 per head.

Then we went to Taoist Temple, you can ride a jeep 04C, just inform the driver that you are going to Taoist Temple, landmark is Julie’s Bakeshop. There are motorcycles or habal-habal that you could ride to bring you to Beverly Hills Subdivision Gate and from there you need to walk. The best way to reach Taoist temple is through taxi and asked the driver to wait for you.

We were all tired after walking and climbing up the stairs of the Taoist temple so we decided to have an early lunch at Casa Verde then go back to Fuente Oro so we could take a nap. Good thing that our room was already available.

We’re supposed to continue our Cebu City Tour but it was raining so we just went to Crown Regency to watch 4D movie. I’m afraid of heights so I will not try the skywalk or sky ride. Anyway, we enjoy our 4D movie experience even it is only a 15 minutes movie for P250 per pax. (1 movie + souvenir shirt). After the movie we went to Ayala Mall to eat my favorite CnT Lechon. (early dinner).

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Dulce De Leche

Yesterday, I just stayed home and I could not join my family to celebrate our birthday because I was really tired from our Cebu trip. I have no strength to travel to Valenzuela from Cavite. Missing in action since Sunday, haven’t seen my mom who just came home from Norway last Sunday. But, I’ll be there tomorrow. =)

My husband brought me this cake to have mini celebration of my birthday at home. Dulce De Leche is our favorite cake from Red Ribbon. We enjoy every bite of this cake, it so soft that it melts in your mouth.

I really had a blast birthday celebration and I felt so love, love and love. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the greetings and I truly appreciate the effort.

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Blog Award

Thanks Anney of Blog ni Ako for this award.

The Rules

1. Thank and link back to the blogger who gave you the award
2. Share 7 things about yourself
3. Pass it along to at least 15 fabulous bloggers
4. Contact the bloggers you awarded to let them know about the award
7 things about me

1. I do not have any talent; I can’t draw, sing and dance. :(
2. I don’t have any sports, I am afraid of ball games.
3. I don’t know how to ride a bike.
4. I don’t know how to drive a car. I’m scared to learn.
5. I am not a good swimmer but I love going to the beach and swimming pool.  
6. I hate waiting and I hate to be late.  
7. I am not into fashion; I don’t care about the brand, what’s in and what’s not as long as I am comfortable with my clothes.

15 fabulous blogger

1.       Average jane 2.       Blackshirt13 3.       The modern pinay wife 4.       Sapphire mommy  5.       Jenggai  6.       Jefsie  7.       Giselle Bongco  8.       Lelay 9.       AnneMP 10.   Pinay mom  11.   Spanish Pinay 12.   Cha 13.   Larlaanne 14.   Kristeta 15.   Sunny toast -

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29 Years and Counting

Today is my birthday and this is the last year that my age will start in 2 but I don’t look and feel old. Hahaha! But looking back, I’m so happy and grateful to God because He’s been with me throughout these years and I could not imagine my life living without His guidance, protection, understanding and love. There are really no words good enough to express how grateful I am for all the blessings that He has given to me though sometimes I feel that I do not deserve it. Thank you Lord for giving me 29 years and I am still counting for more years, I know that you have still something for me and the best is yet to come. Happy birthday to me, to my brother and to my niece! 

photo from google

I just came back from our Cebu trip so I’m still tired but happy. I will soon share my birthday celebration in Cebu but for now, I will take a break.

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Banana Bread

Just awhile ago, my son keeps on asking me for food which we do not have in the fridge or in the pantry. He keeps on asking for ice cream, cake, chocolate and lastly bread but I could not give anything to him so I decided to bake banana bread. Banana bread is the easiest recipe that I could prepare.

I’ve got this recipe from Yummy magazine and I always use this every time I make banana cupcake, in short tried and tested recipe.

1.       In a bowl, mix together ½ cup butter at room temperature and 2/3 cup sugar.

2.       Add 1 egg and 2 mashed bananas.

3.       Mix in coffee (1 ½ tsp instant coffee dissolved in 1 ½ water)

4.       Add 1 cup plus 2 tbsp flour, ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda and ½ tsp salt.

5.       Spoon the mixture into paper lined muffin cups. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar (1tbsp sugar and mixed with ¼ tsp cinnamon.

6.       Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit about 20 to 25 minutes or till sides are lightly browned and tops no longer look wet.

Note: It took me 45-50 minutes to bake the banana bread when I use the loaf pan. To make it more special, add some nuts and chocolate chips.

My son was satisfied with his slice of banana bread and 1 piece of cupcake.

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Simple Shrimp Pasta

I have no internet connection for almost two days and using tattoo is not helping me because it took me forever just to load the page. I have nothing to do on my spare time so I cooked red spaghetti sauce then after cooking red spaghetti sauce; I decided to make another sauce from our leftover shrimp. I just used all the ingredients in my pantry so I called this simple shrimp pasta. And because of this, we’ll be eating pasta for the next few days.

See my recipe here.

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Satisfied my Cravings

It is not a secret anymore that I have this craving for lechon kawali since last month and finally I have satisfied my cravings. I was able to cook this dish yesterday. First attempt was not successful because my lechon kawali turns to crispy chicharon.

Second attempt was successful.

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