spilling some sassiness

N.S loves N.S.

2011-06-19T15:44:00.001+08:00

Little did I know that one sunny morning and a pampering session of my friends to my Mom would totally change my life --- 360 degrees. There I saw a very clever beauty gadget that would make you look 10 years younger in just 10 minutes. Seriously. I was in awe for a few seconds, seeing a better view of my Mama.

After which, I asked without any hesitation ----"How can I do this business???"

The rest then is history.

Right now I'm truly enjoying my job beautification project. Making each person look good, feel good one step at a time. Sharing amazing and quality products. Recommending supplements to make them healthier and be sexier.

Oh I how I just fell in love with my new career!!!

So what is really about N.S. loves N.S.?

It is...

Yes, I'm so proud of Nu Skin Enterprises. After learning it's company's culture, history, mission and vision, I fell in love it with it more.

Force for Good Foundation

"All of the good, none of the bad"

Quality and innovative products.

Great great great opportunity!

and working only with the pleasant people!

I have discovered a lot of things about myself (and still is) and growing to become a better entrepreneur and a great person. I really love how much I enjoy working and interacting with new friends and clients. And the best part it I love how has given me wide opportunity to grow my career and share it with people that I care about because sharing is caring! ;-)

This is the reason why I have taken a hiatus from the blogging world for the past couple of months, but I'm back and I promise I'll blog about my favorite N.S. products.

Until then!

much love,

For appointments and product demo e-mail me at

sassyniq@gmail.com

0922-814-1902

Quotable quotes

2011-06-19T14:18:00.002+08:00

I'm inspired everyday.

And I'd like to share with you these uplifting quotes.

Hello sassy people!

Looking forward to a great life ahead!

xoxo,

Favorite Lippie: Revlon Sky Pink

2011-02-10T22:11:00.001+08:00

I'm sporting a new lippie!

And it's from Revlon ---- Sky Pink!

It's a matte finish lipstick that compliment all my look.

I personally like pink, nude, peach undertones

that's why this lippie is just perfect for me!

This lipstick is so affordable that it only cost P 495. Around $11.

My different looks from day to night wearing my current favorite lipstick. ;)

Next post... my secret to a more beautiful skin! ;)

Inner peace to y'all!

xoxo,

The Load and the Wheelbarrow

2011-01-19T14:16:00.000+08:00

I'm welcoming my 2011 with so much joy and hope!

This picture defines what I have to offer,

Janylin Shoes: Intense Ankle Boots

2011-01-19T14:06:00.000+08:00

I first posted this pic on my FB wall

"Some seriously fab boots! This is a reward I get because I'm such a good girl. teheh Thanks to Lava Java. Yipee! ✔☺☃ Looking for another pair because Ate wants this too!"

and I couldn't resist myself sharing these to my fellow bloggers!

Fierce!

Oh how I love the red soles!

CL much? :)

(Photo credit from Janylin's FB Page)

This pair can also be used as a room deco, huh?? Intense!!

xoxo

The Lady bug and Sassy Finds:Flippers Accessories

2011-01-19T13:50:00.001+08:00

One of my favorite movies of all time is "Under The Tuscan Sun"..

It's the best feel good movies you'll ever see!

It's heartwarming, it gives you a lot of hope and oh boy I love the gorgeous Italian setting.

Thus made me love the lady bug..

“When I was a little girl, I used to run around in the fields all day,

trying unsuccessfully to catch ladybugs,”

she explains. “I’d get tired and lay down for a nap.

When I awoke, I’d find the ladybugs walking all over me.”

The lesson learned is, sometimes in life you gotta be patient, enjoy the journey and let happiness come to you.

I bought my fancy ring at Flippers, Marquee Mall.
They have wide collection of candy looking stuff that can be worn as a ring, pendant necklace, a key chain and even earrings!

There I saw my lady bug!

I'm glad that I'm back to the blogging world again!

Have a happy lady bugging week~!

xoxo

Cooking Class: Chef Reggie Aspiras Nov 2010-Jan 2011 Schedule

2010-11-16T12:43:00.000+08:00

November 15 (Monday) – Insasal – A Must! - Chicken and Liempo 2010 – All New! - My Best Chicken Inasal Recipes – 3 Ways – with Condiments, My Best Inihaw na Baboy Recipes – 3 Marinades, Chicharon Garlic Rice, Green Mango Salad Variations

November 17 (Wednesday) – The Art of Brining – All New! - Brining Makes Everything More Succulent; Juicier Means Tastier – Brined American Style Ribs, Hawaiian Style Pineapple Brined Spareribs, Brined Honey Mustard Ribs, Brined Pork Chop Steaks, Brined Fried Chicken. Side Dishes – Caesar Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Corn on the Cob – Special Class P 2,000

November 19 (Friday) - Mexicali! – All New! Perfect for Hassle-Free Entertaining – Nachos, Hard and Soft Taco & Burrito Bar with Sauces and Condiments, Mexican Rice, To Die For Beef Cheek Mole with Condiments, Mexican Flan. Bonus: 3 Kinds of Margarita. Special Class P2,000

November 20 (Saturday) – Rotisserie / Roast Chicken 2010 – All New! - Bacon Wrapped Roast Chicken, Garlic Roast Chicken wit Bone Marrow Gravy, Buttered Roast Chicken, Honey Chicken, Rosemary Roast Chicken, Chinese Style Roast Chicken, Side Dishes

November 22 (Monday) – Make and Bring Home Your Own Honey Cured Bone-In Ham – All New! - Honey Glazed, Mango Glazed & Orange Glazed. Sauce and Relish Variations. Home Made Breads. Bonus: Ways of Serving Queso de Bola. Reserve on or before November 18 – Reservations are a must for this class… Special Class – P2,000

November 24 (Wednesday) – Balikbayan Favorites – All New! – Adobo Pate with Condiments, My Pochero with Banana Blossom Salad and Eggplant Salsa, Roast Pork Estofado with Kamote, Rum Marinated Lamb Kaldereta & Queso de Bola, Pinoy Paella de Longganisa, Pandan Pichi-Pichi

December 3 (Friday) – Spanish Inspired Holiday – Sopa de Ajo, Callos con Patis, Lengua con Setas with Creamy Mushroom Evap Sauce, Morcon with Queso de Bola, Lechon de Leche ‘a la Pobre,” Iberian Chicken Paella, Duck Egg Flan, Sangria - Special Class P 2,000

December 4 (Saturday) – Celebrate with Pasta – California Maki Pasta, Taco Pasta, BLST- Bacon, Lettuce and Sundried Tomato Pasta, Carbonara in Herb Foccacia Bread Bowl, Slow Roasted Angus Short Plate in Horseradish Cream Sauce Pasta, Pizza Pie Pasta, Gambas al Ajillo Pasta with Arugula, My Favorite Chinese Spaghetti with Condiments, Bonus: Paella Pasta. Great Presentation!– Special Class – P2,000

December 6 (Monday) – Holiday Treats 2010 – All New! - Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls, Dried Mango Cake with Whiskey Sauce, English Sticky Toffee Pudding, All-Time Favorites - 3 Mini Cakes Topped with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting - Carrot Cake, Banana Cake and Sweet Potato Cake

December 8 (Wednesday) – Christmas Pinoy Breakfast 2010 - Quesong Puti and Ham Panini with Home Made Mango Jam, Beef Tapa in Chicken Inasal Marinade, Home Made Panucha Glazed Chicken Tocino, Garlic and Herb Marinated Bangus Bellies, Home Made Hamonado Longganisa, Daing Fried Rice, Home Made Suman con Chocolate - Special Class 2,000

December 10 (Friday) – Noche Buena 2010 – Bibingka Ensaimada with Chocolateng Batirol, Hamon con Pan de Sal - What to do with Store Bought Ham – Glazes and Sauces, Home Made Pan de Sal, My Arroz Caldo con Pollo y Chorizo, My Crema de Fruta

December 11 (Saturday) – Festive! – All New! – Caesar Salad My Way, Slow Baked To Die For Calamares en Su Tinta, Angus Beef Belly Hamonado, My Chicken Pastel with Queso de Bola Crust, Lamb Adobo with Roasted Garlic, Crepe Samurai

December 13 (Monday) – Classic Holiday Roasts 2010 – Classic Roast Beef Served with Classic Sauces. Pork Crown Roast with Creamed Gravy and Apple Sauce. Lamb Leg Roast with Mint Chutney and Peppercorn Sauce. Sides. Bonus – Beef Fondue with All Its Sauces. Special Class – P 2000.

December 15 (Wednesday) Santa’s Breakfast – All New! - Best Ever Yet Fluffy Pancakes with Home Made Breakfast Sausage, Waffles, Breakfast Casserole, Breakfast Steak and Eggs, Breakfast Ham Steak.

January 5 (Wednesday) – Stews 2010 - One Dish Meals– All New! - French Beef Stew with Buttered Rice Pilaf, Korean Beef Stew with Mushrooms Served with Korean Fried Rice, Arroz a la Cubana Stew, Beef in Oyster Sauce, My Favorite Lamb Stew. Bonus: Pork and Bean Stew

January 7 (Friday) - Corned Beef Breakfast - All New! - Cure Your Own Breakfast Corned Beef – 3 Variants – Classic, Garlic and Chili. Ways of Cooking It. French Toast, Waffle and Egg Recipes. Special Class 2,000

January 10 (Monday) – Ox Tongue– Make Your Own Pickled Ox-Tongue (Cooked Nilaga Style) Served with Horseradish – Super Delicious!, Wagyu Ox-Tongue Steaks Cooked Spanish Style with Mushroom Cream Sauce, Lengua Estofada, Ox-Tongue In Brown Butter Olive Sauce, Ox-Tongue Stew asian Style with Home Made Chili Sauce

January 12 (Wednesday) – Some of My Favorite Filipino Dishes Done My Way – My Chicharon, Angus Beef Ribs Sinigang sa Bayabas, Chicken Afritada in Virgin Olive Oil with Roasted Capsicums, Binagoongang Baboy with Sauted Cherry Tomatoes and Shallots Drizzled in Coconut Cream. Tortang Talong with Home Made Catsup

January 14 (Friday) – Cheese Burger Galore – To Die For Burger Recipes with California Cheeses – A Hamburger Buffer Like Never Before – Best Freshly Ground Hamburger Patties, Sauces, Condiments and Sides

January 15 (Saturday) - Some Things Are Better with Evap – All New! - To Die For Evaporated Milk Recipes : Best Ever Curries - Lamb & Chicken with Condiments, Baked Tenderlojn Tips with Creamed Mushroom Rice, Swedish Meatballs, Baked Pork Chop Steaks with Java Rice, Baked Spaghetti with Evaporated Bechamel

January 17 (Monday) - Pinoy Inspired Dimsum –Kani Siomai with Mango Salsa, Siomai with Mixed Meat and Seafood with Quial Egg and Served with Ginger Terruyaki Sauce, Yummy Mini Asado Siopao, Delicious Taro Cake, Delicious Mini Cuapao with Cilantro Flavored Chinese Buns, Fried Chinese Buns with Creme Anglaise Bonus: Delicious Steamed Chicken Feet

Classes Start at 9:45 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Regular Class Fees: 1,500 excluding ingredients

Special Class Fees: As stated, excluding ingredients

For Inquiries and reservations, call:

Ann at 0917-5543700, 0908-2372346 or 4008496

Cheche at 9289296 or 9273008 – Amy at 6479596

Let's rock the culinary world!

xoxo,

Skin Treats: Venus and Mars Products

2010-11-13T12:07:00.004+08:00

Lately, I've been hooked in searching for the best natural and organic products.

I first heard about V&M at a local T.V.Show, ANC Shop Talk.

What's is so unique about V&M is that their products are formulated with Emu Oil.

And this is only the first time I heard about it.

So what is Emu Oil?

According to V&M it is an oil made from the refined fat of the Emu, a bird native to Australia. It has been used for a thousand of years for the treatment of burns, wounds and bruises. It has also been used as a pain reliever for bone, muscle and joint orders. It is used to soften the skin while making it 2.5 times thicker and stronger, (thus reducing fine lines and wrinkles!) and is frequently found in ointments for dry cracked heels. It is considered to be the "it" ingredient in beauty products, such as natural analgesics, non-surgical facelifts and wrinkle removers because it is the only natural oil that penetrates the skin the fastest."

Then I searched V&M multiply site.
And after reading all the reviews and raves about Venus and Mars I didn't think twice to buy.

My first purchase was last May and the second purchase was last July.
I was able to try & consume all their products and overall I'm a happy camper!
Check out all their products below and my personal experience.

Can you imagine using their organic and natural products with Emu oil? that's a double treat!

This is my first purchase from V&M.

Coffee-Fame Emu soap, Royal Pearl, Emu Radiance Cream, Organic Emu Oil

Organic Emu Oil

Php 425 per 30ml bottle
Php 700 per 50ml bottle

The magic in a bottle!

From V&M: What can it do for you?

* treat acne
* lessen the pain and scarring of burns and sunburns
- lessen wrinkles and fine lines
* alleviate the discomfort of eczema, psoriasis, diaper rash and shingles
- reduce pain and infection from insect bites & stings
* assist in the repair of skin damage, including scars, wrinkles and stretch marks
and many more!

Because the oil is so thin, just a single drop spreads well on your skin.

I've tried it on my nephew's mosquito bites and I'm surprised to see that it didn't get inflamed. EJ has a bite sensitivity, so this product did wonders on his skin.

I used this whenever I experience flaky skin on the corners of my mouth and nose and even on the whole face. And it instantly moisturize my skin without the greasy feeling.

Sometimes, I also use it as an eye cream at night.

Coffee-Fame Emu Soap

V&M calls it as their Power Detox bar!

This is one of their best-sellers and I have to say this is my ultimate favorite!!!

I use it on my body and my skin feels so soft and supple after using it. The smell is simply invigorating.

And the soap lathers well.

I am super detoxified!

120g bar costs Php 180

Tip: When using V&M soap, cut it into 5-7 mini bars or even more.

This is to maximize the use of the bar because their soap melts quickly. So make sure that you put it in a separate soap dish.

Royal Pearl Bar

Php 195 per 120g bar
Php 100 per 60g bar

This is truly a luxury bar, because it's made of genuine crushed pearls with Jojoba Beads.

According to V&M this soap is also made of organic emu oil, the finest pearl of South Sea, jojoba beads, olive oil and VCO.

From V&M website:

What we can achieve with Royal Pearl?
Anti-aging
Naturally fairer complexion through its skin brightening properties
Cell renewal
Enhance skin elasticity
Improve circulation
Calming and detoxification
Protection from environmental radicals
Regulates skin discoloration
Smoothes skin texture

I used this on my face and I can feel that my skin tighten. The smell is so good! The melon scent of the soap makes me wanna it eat. haha I'm truly amazed how V&M can come up with such good scents of their soaps!

Emu Radiance Cream

Php 325 per 15ml jar

This can be used as a moisturizer and also a night cream.

It can also be used as a primer before applying your makeup.

However, because of my skin texture

I don't think this cream worked well with me. My face becomes cakey after powder application.

Happy Pores Cucumber

Php 159 per 50ml bottle

Alcohol-Free Cucumber Toner

I recommend this soap for all skin types especially to those who have oily skin.

It truly made my pores happy! It cleanses your skin without the sting.

Photo taken from V&M's site

The Modern Geisha

PHP 210 per 120g bar

This is my second purchase from V&M, I was too excited to use it that I forgot to take a picture. :D

This is their version of African Black Soap.Plus it includes Dead Sea Mud, Witch Hazel, Pineapple, Mulberry and Tomato Extracts, Placenta and Glycerin.

This soap is more of a deep cleaning. According to V&M, this soap is all in one. You can cleanse, tone and moisturize!

I ordered two bars of this soap. One soap for me and the other one for my man.

Do you wanna know a secret?

I encouraged my man to use this soap and after using it, he doesn't want to use any more products except V&M!

I think this is a perfect soap for him because he's the kind of person who won't take much time on his skin regimen.

So this is the perfect soap for him.

He's been using modern geisha soap for months now and I've seen good results.

Well, he's already blessed with great skin, but the texture of his skin became smoother and more radiant.

Photo taken from V&M's site

Lulur Soap

Php 195 per 120g bar
Php 100 per 60g bar
This is included to the second batch of orders of V&M.
The green color of the soap comes from turmeric which is an excellent source of anti-oxidant. This is also a great soap for people who suffer from acne. However, I used this soap on my body and after one week of regular use it really made my skin softer!

V&M now has a new packaging for their products and I'm surprised to know that they've added new products to try!
So for a more glorious skin, check out their official site

http://venusandmars08.multiply.com

Have a happy heart! <3

xoxo

Coffee Flavor: Vanilla Cupcake!

2010-11-10T22:39:00.006+08:00

I am a coffee drinker.

It's like a morning treat to smell the sweet aroma of coffee

It simply revitalizes my mood.

This morning EJ and I dropped by at 7-Eleven to buy him an ice cream.

There I saw my favorite cappuccino station, winked at me. =p

I was about to order the usual French Vanilla Coffee flavor, (it's our fave)

when I glanced I saw a new flavor..

It's VANILLA CUPCAKE!

Huwaaaaaw!

It seems 7-Eleven knows that I love their coffee so much,

that they made just the perfect flavor for me!

If you're looking for a creamier and richer vanilla-flavored=coffee,

then this coffee is a must try!

It seems like I'm munching on my freshly baked vanilla cupcake, but only this time,

I'm sipping it.. Hmmnnn.

For a medium sized coffee, it's only P50.

So heavenly and super affordable!

Look how giddy I am with my coffee.

It's what I call, life's simplest pleasures!

This is the perfect way to start my day!

Heading up to meeting my cousin, nephew & niece. :-)

p.s. Notice my new hairstyle.

Gotta love the bangs!

Will blog it soon! =p

xoxo

Sassy Shop: Jewels Est.2k

2010-11-08T13:53:00.001+08:00

Attending parties is always a good excuse to buy new clothes!

This is what I call the nothing-to-wear-blues.

I actually prefer shopping alone, but if you're as patient as my Man,

then feel free to join me on my shopping escapades.

*Just don't complain if I end up buying just one blouse after 3 hours of shopping.*

haha

,I'm the type of shopper who will only go the fitting room to try the clothes that I really like or will only buy.

So what attracts me to enter a new shop?

*If the window display is fab, playful & sassy!

and

*If it screaming with S-A-L-E.

The big, bold, red letters never fails to catch my attention! =p

So I found Jewels clothing line.

Jewels clothing line are stylish & wearable, you can go from a casual chic to a night stunner.

A pinay fashionista is someone

who is free spirited,

conservative but equally bold,

flamboyant & sophisticated.

On the right side, this is where I found the floral mini skirts!

It's in 50% off!

Kaching!

Erich Gonzales is the current endorser of Jewels.

Accessories & sassy tops!

I bought four pieces from Jewels.

Two colors for the ruffled tank top and two colors for the floral mini-skirt.

It seems that the skirt is tailor made.

Purrfectly fits me!

Love it!

For more information go to http://www.jewels.ph/

Love, peace & sassiness!

xoxo

Parisian Shoes and Bags: Give me the biggest size!

2010-11-05T11:29:00.003+08:00

Mostly, people who are close to me, knows too well that I'm in love with shoes.

I have a shoe collection, not that huge.. I'm no Imelda Marcos. But these shoes are carefully chosen for me, they're wonderfully comfortable & most especially very stylish. I must say 80% of it were all given as a gift/pasalubong from my sisters and some relatives from US. Surprised? Yes, I'm that lucky!!! =p And it's easier to find my size abroad.

This is a a usual scenario on my shoe shopping:

Me: Scanning through the arrays of fab shoes. Until this one shoe caught my attention

Niq: "Can I get your biggest size please?"

Saleslady: "What's your size?"

Niq: "9 or 9.5. Just give me your biggest size." Smiling.

Saleslady now wondering and gives a glance to my feet.

*So you thought big feet is history huh? Not anymore.*

Saleslady return with these gorgeous shoes. Now it's time to fit 'em. And... tan tan na nan..

It won't fit me. :(

Saleslady: But that's our biggest size. Sorry.

Niq: :-(

I felt like because of my size I'm limited to the shoes that I'm supposed to wear.

Sizes of shoe shops here in PI differ from every manufacturer.

So I can never tell when I could be lucky.

BUT......

Gone are the days where I go home, disappointed from shoe shopping,

Because Parisian Shoes have introduced beautiful, plus sized shoes~!

Would you believe that they offer up to size 11?!?

Damn! And I thought my size is already huge.

:-)

After reading this... Wow, I feel like I belong.

Fabulous shoe designs from Parisian!

If only I can have 'em all.

:-)

Photo credited to Parisian Shoes and Bags Facebook Page

Not only do they offer fab shoes, but they also offer trendy bags to match your shoes!

This is a candid shot of me. I'm on my way to Disneyland! =)

I'm wearing a very chic ankle denim sandals. They're super comfortable on long walks!

The huge bag is perfect for traveling.

All from Parisian!

Parisian Shoes and Bags is available at all SM Department Stores.

I'll work for shoes!

Have a sassy weekend!

xoxo

Cupcakes and NiQ

2010-10-29T18:02:00.002+08:00

If there's something than instantly relaxes me and calms my mood,

it's when I'm busy in the kitchen and starting to whip up these glorious cupcakes.

I love making cupcakes as much as I love eating 'em.

They are so much fun to make and decorate.

I find myself smiling while swirling the buttercream icing on these little cuppies.

I bake from scratch and I bake from the heart.

I do everything by myself from start to finish.

Each of this cupcake represent me...

Moist chocolate cupcake is one of my best sellers!

You can either have them in buttercream or in chocolate ganache.

Either way, it will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth!

Kids and adults loves cupcakes!

And I'm happy that my cuppies have been a part of important family celebrations.

Here are some pictures of the recent cupcake orders that I baked for a first birthday party.

Topped with these cute Backyardigans topper!

RAFA's birthday cupcakes.

Feast to the eyes!

Moist Chocolate cupcake with Backyardigans Toppers.

My little helper in the kitchen.

Cupcakes undergoing a quality assurance test.

(He's my secret weapon to a more delicious cuppies!)

For orders (Pampanga area only) you can shoot me an e-mail sassyniq@gmail.com

Cupcakes for everyone! :-)

xoxo

Face of the days

2010-10-23T11:24:00.003+08:00

You can always transform yourself into different looks,
be it on the way you dress up,
on how you style your hair,
by simply wearing a cute or funky accessory
or even a swipe of a lipstick..
it can give a whole new look in you!

And after browsing through my old files,
here I find myself into different moods and style.

Looking at the pixies below
you will see that,
I love taking pictures of my self, HAHA
I couldn't go out without defining my brows
I prefer my hair long and loose,
dewy and glowy makeup is just love,
lip balm is my best friend,
winged eye liner is just so cool like that,
having a bangs makes you look younger
and
the Photo Booth feature of Mac is awesomeness!

Winged

Up do

Subtle Glow

Quirky

Simple days

Wearing my ultimate favorite lip balm from Ilog Maria.

Flirty

By the way, my favorite blogger K of CF Beauty is having a

200th Followers Giveaway!

I've been a follower of her blog for the past 6 months.

She's an advocate of cruelty-free shopping.

Her blog entails her love for animals and also exudes her love for makeup as well!

Let's all join! Check out this link for more info.

love, peace and sassiness!

xoxo

Three Mystical Fairy Looks by Michelle Phan

2010-10-10T00:19:00.003+08:00

Would you like to be the most sophisticated looking fairy this Halloween?

Be inspired by these magical fairy looks by Michelle Phan.

This sassy girl is so creative & artistic!
No wonder, she's now the #1 make-up guru on YouTube!
Love her! =)

The Flirty Fairy

The Enchanting Fairy Look

The Nature Fairy Look

(All pictures were taken from her FB fan page album.)

Can't wait till I see these make-up tutorials on her YouTube channel!!
http://www.youtube.com/user/MichellePhan

Looking back a year ago, it was the first time I participated in Halloween.

And guess what, I'm a fairy! haha

I'm wearing my sassy two-piece purple dress.

On this picture is my cousin Michelle and my nephew, EJ who was then a cutie, tiny dracula.

So what are you planning to wear this coming halloween?

Boo!

xoxo

Baking Class: Heny Sison's Parades of Pies, Tarts & Cheesecakes!

2010-10-03T16:09:00.004+08:00

Baking started as sort of hobby. My sisters and I would watch old school cooking/baking shows on T.V. My Ate Sheila and I will take turns in writing recipes, she write down the first ingredient that will show on screen, then I'll write down the next ingredient, just to make sure we jot down all the ingredients. My shorthand class was very useful for me then.

I still enjoy watching these shows.

Whenever I turn on the T.V. I'm only glued to two channels, Life Style Network and Travel and Living Channel. =p The good thing about it I don't need to write down the recipes, I just have to search for the recipe on their official website.

Hello Food network. ;-)

A dessert is a must after every meal.

There's always a fruit waiting to be eaten.

Or the traditional leche flan or banana in sugar syrup with jackfruit. Yummn Yummn

In my family, they're all a GREAT cook, Mama, Lola and Nanay.

They cook but they do not bake.

I would often ask my Mama to bake brownies for me but unfortunately, she just can't get it right. haha

So this is where I should be coming... I should learn how to bake, or if I may say, I've always wanted to learn how to bake. Baking is my first love.

I'm keeping my favorite recipes to three old notebooks that is locked in a vault. *kidding*

These notebooks represent the growing years I'm learning how to bake and searching for the best recipes.

Testing recipes has always been a part of it.

Mind you, not everything turns out as I expected it.

But once, I get it right, it's the BEST feeling!

'Cuz I know I'll have it perfectly done the next time around.

I'm browsing my old files which I call my photo dump and there I saw these glorious photos!

I attended Heny Sison's class last Nov of 2008. This was almost 2 years ago. :)

And I made the right choice of choosing this class because I've learned how to make the most decadent pies, tarts and cheesecakes!

This class cost around P2,000. And it's worth it!

Here are the yummy pic-churrz!

Inside Heny Sison's Culinary School.

The famous Heny Sison itself is the one who will demonstrate and teach you the tricks of the trade in baking.

You will be given a copy of the all the recipes before the class starts.

Make sure that you're bringing a pen to write down additional tips on every recipe!

Learning how to make my favorite wickedly good, Banana Cream Pie!

While teaching, Chef Heny has also a lot of entertaining stories to tell too!

Next in line is, Peach & Walnut Pie and Mango Tart!

This is a family favorite. I always bake this for Papa and Uncles!

Blueberry Cheesecake. Using a crush made from scratch! No graham for now. ;-)

As I've said, all time favorite. Ate Sheila & Lava Java's fave too!

For me you got to have the skill to do this especially when you have to put the set & chilled gelatin over the Mango Tart.

White Chocolate cheesecake looks tempting!

I love anything with walnuts! This pie is so good!

Drooling now?
Me too! hur hur

:-)

I wish I have this kind of desserts on the table... e-va-reeday!

Chef Heny is dividing the cakes for everyone who attended the class.
After patiently waiting, I get to take home one slice for each decadent creations.
The best part is when I get to taste everything!
Make sure to bring a tupperware. :)

After every class, you'll be given a certificate by Chef Heny.

Hello! This is me make-up less. =p
I made a photo scrapbook with Chef Heny.

Good to know:

If in case you already forgot the how to's on each recipe, you can still attend the class for FREE as long as you have your certificate.
If you pay a week before the class, you'll get P200 discount!

Heny Sison Culinary School

33 Bonnie Serrano Avenue
(formerly Santolan Road)
Crame, Quezon City

info@henysison.com

http://www.henysison.com/

Sweet days ahead everyone!!!

xoxo

It's a S U R P R I S E!

2010-10-02T20:44:00.006+08:00

For the past 7 weeks, my sisters, my brother and Ryan (whom he said is the mastermind of the event. lol )

are organizing a surprise pre-birthday party for my Mama.

If I have to count, this is already the third but the most fab surprise party she'll ever have.

We do love giving surprises to Mama and Papa

because they deserve to be happy!

The very first thing that I imagine is seeing my Mom's reaction.

And look all the wonder in her eyes.

It will be a success if we can make this a secret until the party.

Organizing and planning the whole event was done three weeks before the event and it was easy.

I'm collaborating and exchanging e-mails with the team to let them know what's the latest development,

as you see, they're all staying in US.

And I'm in charge of everything here.

I started send out invitations and call my Mom's close friends a week before the party.

I'm so bad that I have sneak to her phone and copy all the phone numbers of her friends. haha!

I have to remind them NOT to tell her anything.

Our close family and close relatives already confirmed that they're coming.

And every time they tell they're attending, it makes me happy.

Because this event is for my Mom and if my Mom see's them it will make her happy.

So... What kind of story should I make, so as to make my Mom dress up and believe that there's an actual event she has to attend?

Answer: Use my brother.

If there's one thing that my Mom would say no (beside to her grandsons) is my brother, NIKKO.

My sisters all know that he is the favorite!

So. Here's the NOT so real story:

I told my Mom, two weeks before the party, that Nikko will be awarded as the most outstanding staff nurse in the hospital. And the event will be on the third week of September.

Having said that, I can see on her eyes that she was beaming with pride and joy for his only son.

(I told you, he's the favorite!)

Then I added, they were only 5 people who were awarded and Nikko was one of them.

I can already see the excitement in her eyes!

Then she said:

In Tagalog

Wow!!! Ang galing talaga ng bunsoy ko.

Bukas i-papa repair ko na iyong damit ko na black na pwedeng pang formal. Kasi pumayat na ako, iyon nlang susuotin ko.

In English:

Wow!!! My son is really good!

Tomorrow, I'll have my black clothes repaired, I got thinner already. That's the one I'm gonna wear.

She believed my story! Thank God! And Nikko knows how to play along!

The funny part is when she started telling her friends and family about Nikko's award. And even put it on her Facebook status.

Behind her back, we're laughing our a** off!

But what's the crucial part?

It's when you have to hide something from my Mom.

It's freaking HARD! nyaaaaarks!

All I'm praying is for Friday to come!!

Here is a copy of the invitation that I made. ;-)

Thank God It's FRIDAY!

The day we've all been waiting for.

Pink and Chocolate brown is the motiff.

Birthday cake from à La crème. The flavor is

Ube Macapuno with walnuts, it's a family favorite cake.

This is a 12x4 inches cake which costs P2,500.

I couldn't bake a cake that day. Or else my Mom will find out! haha

At 3 o'clock in the afternoon, the staff of à La crème were already setting up the tables & chairs.

According to them, A La Creme catering service is a deal extraordinaire!

I truly agree! They provide the most delicious food!

Table setting, the cake and the flowers from Villarosa creations (given by Papa) all have pink theme.

I thought of giving a younger feel to the party and even to the celebrant.

Delicious!!!

THE MENU

Vegetable greens with 2 kinds of dressing

Beef steak medallion
( beef tenderloin steak serve with hollandaise sauce or gravy – grill on the spot

(cook on the spot)

Prawns tempura
(cook on the spot)

Chicken Rosemary with choice of gravy or teriyaki sauce
( tenderloin and boneless marinated with rosemary)

Pork Cordon Bleu with cream white sauce
( breaded pork loin then deep fried till golden brown side with white cream sauce )

Spaghetti Pomodoro

Desserts(2)

Fruit Salad

Ube Cupitos

Drinks

Homemade Iced Tea

If you are interested on their services you may call and look for Anne.

a La crème cake shop & café
CTH Bld., Mac Arthur Hiway, Dolores, City of San Fernando (P)
(045) 861-0829, (045) 961-7264

Waiting time. Mostly, the guest has arrived. The reception is at Marquee Place Function Room.

Photography by: Ryan Felipe Puno (Love the pics Rye!)

It's already 6 pm and we're still at home. My Mom is getting so impatient at to why we're not leaving yet. And she's not liking it because she doesn't want to be late.

She's all made up and ready to go the stage.

The reason is my brother and I have to make the perfect timing to have all the guests arrive first, we're waiting for my Lolo and Lola.

Then I received a text from my cousin and my Auntie, that's the time we left home.

We reached the place at exactly 6:30 because of traffic.

My mom starts to wonder as to why were going to this dark room.

Then comes the. . .

I'm sharing with you these pictures [in order] as she entered the room.

Awwwww. She said this is one of the best days of her life. And we tell her, this is the best feeling ever just to see her happy.

No amount of things or words is even enough to show how we are grateful of my Mom.

When I entered the room I scanned all the guests and I'm soooo happy to see all of them.

I appreciate each one of you.

We all fooled my Mom (in a good way)

Yaaaaay!

And this is where the party begins.........

But before anything else, I would like to say thank you to my good friend/makeup artist who took her time to do our makeup. My Mom was feeling giddy when she found out that she even have a makeup artist to prep her up for the awarding. haha
She didn't know that I'm making sure that she look extra gorgeous on her special day. hur hur hur

So thank you Marj!!!

Mom's Look: Smokey brown with a highlight of pink.

Marj, enjoyed applying makeup to my Mom because she has the most flawless skin!

Marj used Makeup Forever blush and pink lipstick.

My Look: Smokey purple but with a fresher feel. No harsh color used, the eye makeup was well blended.

She used sultry pink from the Body Shop lipstick palette for my lips.

OOTD:

Jewels Glam purple top

Jewels Glam yellow floral skirt

Nine West fab gold shoes

Colorful cuff bracelet

Purple earrings

Our lovely family, friends & relatives!

It's chow time!

Birthday wishes for my Mom.

I hardly remembered the things that I said that night,

But how we wish we could let you know and feel how much we are thankful that you our Mom.

You're the one that we need when we're at our lowest point in our lives, because you are our strength

and you're also the first person that we wanna share the happy days of our lives, because you are our best friend.

This event is not even enough to show how much we feel so grateful of you.

At the end of the day, you and Papa are still the last person we'd love to talk to and share good conversations every night.

Because the two of you,

loved us unconditionally,

you have protected us,

you have embraced our weakness and accepted our faults.

You have given us overflowing love and care.

Thank you, thank you so much Mom for being the best Mom in the world.

In behalf of my sisters and brother, we're wishing you more happiness, good health, look younger & may you continually lose those fats! hehe

(She already lost 30 pounds!)

We LOVE you!

That little man who invades the dance floor! He doesn't wanna stop dancing!

Prepared three games for everyone! Thank you to all the participants!

Technically, it's a family picture.

How I wish the whole fam bam is here.

We miss you Papa, Ate Sharon, Ate Sheila & JP!

Special thanks to my Uncle Boy for the sound system.

To my Auntie for helping me host the event.

Favorite people in the world~!

My beautiful Mom holding her bouquet of roses.

Just look at that joyful smile!

I thank God for guiding us all through this event and making it a successful one~!

Special thanks to Ate Sheila, Ate Sharon & Ryan who are so supportive!

To Ryan Puno, for capturing every moment of the event. My Mom loved the pics!

And thanks to all those who came and became a part of this pre-birthday celebration for Mama!

Happy 52nd birthday Mama!

We love you so much!

xoxo

Perfect Fit Skinny Jeans: Bench Overhauled Jeans

2010-09-19T20:23:00.005+08:00

I must say this isn't another impulse buy and I'm proud!

I have to say that there are things that I bought in the past that, well.. I don't really need.

There are still some dresses even a pair of shoes that hasn't been worn yet and I'm not happy about it.

So right now, I'm practicing the principle of "buy what you need and use the things that you buy".

Girls, you know what I mean, right? :)

My brother asked me to help him choose some nice clothes he'll use for his shoot.

Yeah, I am his official stylist!

However, it turned out that I was shopping for myself. haha!

He's at the next cubicle fitting the jeans I chose for him.

OOTD

Halter Top by Genevieve Gozum

Pedel Pants

Something Else by Sketchers Sandals, my overused sandals!

Juicy Couture Leather Bag

Black Cuff Bracelets

Plus! I bought a new pink/purple camera that I've been dying to have!! Yeeeeeee!

Will blog about it soon.

These jeans caught my attention. Bench Overhauled Jeans are gorgeous!

I specifically like the sandblasts shade.

I chose two designs, the one on the left has a zipper detail.

You can leave it zipped or unzipped.

Too bad they don't have my size.

The last size is size 28 which is too tight for me.

Then I took the other pair of jeans, same design but in different size.

So I have to fit the size 29 jeans.

Look how it perfectly fits me! =)

For Bench Jeans, size 29 is the right size for my waist and my tush and my very long legs..

I love the sizing of their pants!

And I suggest that you must wear them for a bit, stand, walk around the fitting room and just like what I did-- take pictures too! =p
So you can assess if it really fits you well.

It's funny I chose this jeans, because I never liked cats. But the cutie pussy silhouette gives the jeans a sassy look! Bench OJ costs Php 799. ($18)

Just so you know, there's no one waiting in line. So I took my time. =p

So what was your latest haul?

I wanna know. :-)

Have a sassy week!!!

xoxo

Cooking Class: Chef Reggie Aspiras Sept-Nov Schedule

2010-09-17T01:55:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone! It's the BER month already and it's crazy how time flies!!! Everyone is getting busier preparing for the upcoming holidays!

I just recently attended a cooking class with a friend and it's so much fun how I can spend only few hours of the day and learn how to cook sumptuous meals! You see, I think that going to cooking/baking classes is really a good investment for because I can prepare delicious meals and divine desserts for my family and friends for the rest of my life. It will really go a long, long, long way. As long as I have the time and money, I never think twice in attending culinary classes!

To all those who loves cooking, I'm just like you who also check and research latest classes so I'm sharing with you Chef Reggie Aspiras' cooking schedule for the next ber months! I haven't attended her classes yet, but I'm eyeing on that Make Your Own Chorizo & Cook class, because I love Chorizoooo!

Check out the yummy schedule!

“Gearing Up for the Holidays!”

SEPTEMBER

September 10 ( Friday) - Gearing Up For the Holidays - Roasts 2010 – Sweet Potato Soup with Ham Toasts, Mixed Greens with Raspberry Vinaigrette and Blue Cheese Cream, Lamb Pot Roast, Chicken Pot Roast, Roast Chicken with Figs, Roast Duck with Cherry Sauce.
September 11 (Saturday) – Xiao Xing (Chinese Rice Wine) – All New! - Asian Chili Squid Salad, To Die For Crispy Sea Bass, Sizzling Prawns with Home Made Rice Chips, Sticky Chicken with Sticky Eggplants and Shiitake Rice, Slow Simmered Whole Pork Belly in Yellow Bean Sauce Served with Greens, Onions and Tomatoes on Home Made Sesame Seed Dinner Rolls
September 13 (Monday) - Home Smoked Fish, Tuna Preparations + Sardines – All New! - Tuna Sushi Salad, Tuna Arugula Salad, Wasabi – Honey Smoked Tuna, Dinaing na Lapu-lapu in Himalayan Salt, Herb Smoked Daing na Bangus. My Latest Sardine Recipes – In Garlic and Herbs & Sundried Tomato Olive Oil. Special Class 2,000
September 15 (Wednesday) - Corned Beef Breakfast - All New! - Cure Your Own Breakfast Corned Beef and Ways of Cooking It. French Toast, Waffle and Egg Recipes. Special Class 2,000
September 17 (Friday) – SM Hypermart Tour – Check Fliers for Details
September 18 (Saturday) - My Take on Roast Chickens – All New! - Chicken Confit Adobo with Banana Salsa and Ensaladang Pilipino, Kaffir Stuffed Lechong Manok, Saba Stuffed Roast Chicken with Estofado Sauce, Chinese Chorizo Stuffed Chicken with Soy Butter Sauce, Star Margarine Garlic Roast Chicken, Sides
September 20 (Monday) – Make Your Own Chorizo & Cook – Basic Spanish Chorizo Making & Bring Home Your Own, Best Ever Fabada, Lentejas con Chorizo, Split Pea Soup with Chorizo and Smoked Bacon, Monggo con Chorizo, Chorizo, Scampi & Cilantro Pasta. Special Class – 2,000
September 22 (Wednesday) – Shawarma 2010 – All New! - Better Than Ever Before Beef Shawarma and Delicious Middle Eastern Brined Turkey Shawarma with Sauces, Condiments, Side Salad, Shawarma Rice
September 24 (Friday) – Yummy & Easy Chicken Recipes 2010 – All New! - Baked Honey Mustard Chicken, Japanese Chicken, Rotisserie Chicken, Mandarin Orange Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken Pasta, Baked Chicken Shoyu, Korean Chicken Stew
September 25 (Saturday) – Spaghetti with Meat Sauce 2010 – All New! - Aromatic Greek Bolognese, Lamb Bolognese, Texas Barbecue Bolognese with Meat Sauce, Marsala Ragout with Mushrooms, Spaghetti Pie, Classic Italian Bolognese
September 27 (Monday) – Goat Meat Was Never This Good – Repeat Performance! Best Ever Kalderetang Kambing, Melt in Your Mouth Roast Goat with Herbs, Barbecued Goat Ribs Middle Eastern Style with Saffron Rice, Tabbouleh and Dipping Sauces, Goat Stew with Coriander, Garlic & Tomatoes Served with Bananas and Achuete Rice, To Die For Adobong Kambing with Whole Garlic
September 29 (Wednesday) – Chicken Barbecue Collecton 2010 – All New! - Chicken Satay with Nasi Goreng and the Real Peanut Sauce; Chicken Yakitori; Pinoy Style Chicken Barbecue with Peanut Sauce, Home Made Achara and Java Rice, Chicken Kebab with Sauces and Middle Eastern Rice

OCTOBER

October 01 (Friday) – Exotic Things I Like to Eat and Cook – Improved Recipes - Kashmir Lamb Curry with Chutneys, Moroccan Beef Rib Tagine with Couscous, Piri-Piri Chicken (One of the best Roast Chicken’s You’ll Ever Try), Indian Butter Chicken, Mutton Biryani
October 02 (Saturday) - Roasts 101 2010 – Learn how to roast beef and pork. Juicy roast beef and roast pork like never before. Rubs, sauces and side dishes.
October 04 (Monday) – Pasko Na! – All New! Learn How to Roast Marinated Lechong Baka, Paella Stuffed Lechon de Leche and Rellenong Capon. Best Holiday Roasts Ever! With Sauces & Sides. Special Class – P2,000
October 06 (Wednesday) – More Things I Like to Eat and Cook – All New! - Round the World with Curry Buffet – Beef, Lamb, Chicken, Mutton Curries with Home Made Condiments – Chutneys, Relishes, Side Dishes. A truly exotic feast!
October 08 (Friday) – Adobo 2010 – All New! - Marinated – Salt Baked Pork Adobo, Adobong Puti, Adobong Dilaw, Adobong Ilocos, Adobo in Smoked Gata, Adobong Bisaya, Relishes and Sides
October 09 (Saturday) – Lamb – What to do with Lamb Chops – 4 Easy and Delicious Recipes, Lamb Stroganoff, Mongolian Lamb, Whole Leg of Lamb Roast with Sauces, Sides and Condiments, Lamb Gyros – Greek Style Shawarma
October 11 (Monday) – On the Spot – All New! - Taiwanese Style Spicy Hot Pot and Korean Pork Belly Barbecue Wrapped in Lettuce and Sesame Leaves with Sauces and Korean Salads and Side Dishes, Japanese Seafood Barbecue – Unagi and Salmon Belly Cooked on the Spot. Special Class P2,000
October 13 (Wednesday) – Kare-Kare 2010 – Sina-unang Kare-Kare, Lamb Shank Kare-Kare, Beef Cheek Kare-Kare, Bangus Belly Kare-Kare, Lechong Kawali Kare-Kare. Bagoong Bar
October 15 (Friday) – Mexicali! – All New! Perfect for Hassle-Free Entertaining – Nacho, Hard and Soft Taco & Burrito Bar with Sauces and Condiments, Mexican Rice, To Die For Beef Cheek Mole with Condiments, Mexican Flan. Bonus: 3 Kinds of Margarita. Special Class P2,000
October 16 (Saturday) – Euro Brunch – All New! – Churros con Chocolate, Tortilla de Espanola, Tortilla Espanola con Chorizo, Huevos Flamenco (with Chorizo), Breakfast Paella, Eggs Benedict (Traditional & Salmon), Authentic French Toast
October 18 (Monday) - Mushrooms 2010 – All New! - Carpaccio, Cream of Porcini & Portobello Mushroom Soup, Grilled Mushroom Sandwich, Mushroom Lasagna, Home Made Fettuccine with Meatball Stroganoff, Succulent Roast Capon with Mushroom & Sherry Drippings, Slow Roasted US Short Ribs with Mushroom Sauce
October 20 (Wednesday) - Chinoy 2010 – All New! – Kani, Shrimp & Scallop Siu Mai, Roast Pork Asado with Kamote, Lamb Asado with Home Made Steamed Buns, Lechon Macau, Lechon Kawali Fried Rice, Chinese Adobo with Salted Eggs
October 22 (Friday) – My Best Merienda Recipes – Revised Recipes. Better Then Ever Before - Highly Recommended – Best Ever Lumpiang Ubod Vietnamese Style, Paella Arroz Caldo with Tokwa’t Baboy, Balsamic Dinuguan with Home Made Puto, Angel Hair Palabok with Asado Puto Pao, Guinataan with Stuffed Sago Bilo-Bilo, Sago’t Gulaman – Special Class P2,000
October 23 (Saturday) – Pinoy Thanksgiving 2010 – Mixed Greens with Quesong Puti Dressing, Pochero with Chinese Ham and Condiments, Dalandan Roast Turkey with Longganisa Stuffing, Gravy and Spiced Mango Jam. Side Dishes, Make Your Own Halo-Halo with Pumpkin Ice Cream in Mini Gourds
October 25 (Monday) - Rice Bowls 2010 - All New! - Beef Terriyaki, Tinapa Rice with Lechon Kawali, Sisig Rice, Mongolian Barbecue, Bibimbap with Korean Barbecue, Adobo Rice.
October 27 (Wednesday) – Make Your Own Gourmet Bibingka- All New! 2 Kinds – Rice and Flour. Traditional and with a Twist – Mascarpone, Ube, with Cured Meats and Mixed Cheeses - – Special Class 2,000
October 29 (Friday) – Spain Revisited –All New! – Sopa – Cream de Gambas, Ensalada de Tomate (Grilled Tomatoes with Sheey Mustard Dressing Served with Tuna, Onions, Capers), Confit of Cochinillo, Costillas a la Naranja (Orange Spareribs), Paella al Horno (Oven Baked Paella), Heavenly Tocino del Cielo. Bonus (Cochinillo) – Special Class 2,000
October 30 (Saturday) - My Kakanin – Make our Own Suman - All New! - Suman Sweet: sa Latik, Pandan, Ube sa Lihiya. Savory: Chicken and Vegetable, Chinese Sausage, Cassava Bibingka – Special Class P2,000

NOVEMBER

November 03 (Wednesday) – Holiday Pasta – All New! - Roasted Beef Belly Adobo with Garlic Pasta, French Lamb Stew with Baby Vegetables with Home Made Beet Pasta, To Die For Paella Pasta, Mushroom Canneloni, Slow Roasted Beef Belly Mechado on Buttered Home Made Noodles Bonus: Pinoy Lasagna
November 05 (Friday) – Specialty Paellas Cooked in Cazuelas - All New! – Paella Madrid Style with Jamon Serrano, Paella Portuguese, Mediterranean Lamb Paella, Paella de Bacalao Paella, Paella de Codorniz (with Roasted Quial), Garlic, Seafood and Artichoke Paella, Bonus: Chinese Kiampung Paella in Clay Pot
November 06 (Saturday) – Kebab 2010 ! – All New! - 8 Mediterranean Kebab Recipes – Beef, Chicken, Lamb. Salads, Condiments, Pita with Dips, Rice
November 08 (Monday) – Vietnamese 101 – By Request! - Spring Rolls Fresh and Fried, Shrimp on Sugar Cane, Caramel Chicken, Beef Satay, Crab Fried Rice, Fried Bananas & Lemon Grass Tea
November 10 - (Wednesday) – Treats as Gifts 2010 – All New! - Pate 3 Kinds (Regular, Mousse, en Croute - with crust) w/ Toasts and Points & Condiments, Flavored Home Made Cream Cheese from Scratch – Pesto, Garlic and Herbs, Sundried Tomatoes. Bonus – Home Made Bread, Boquirones (Spanish Style Pickled Bilis)
November 12 (Friday) - Churrasco – All New! - The Complete Course on Brazilian Style Barbecue – Pork, Chicken, Beef, Sausages etc… Sauces, Sides, Feijoada – A Must! – Special Class – P2,000
November 13 (Saturday) – Treats as Gifts 2010 Part 2 – Home Made Sardines 2 Kinds – In Tomato Sauce & In Olive Oil, Gravlax (Home Cured Salmon) with Condiments, Caviar Pie with Blinis, Queso de Bola Spread, Peanuts – (3 Kinds), 2 Kinds Gourmet Tuyo - Special Class – P2,000

Classes Start at 9:45 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Regular Class Fees: Php 1,500 excluding ingredients
Special Class Fees: As Stated, excluding ingredients For Inquiries and reservations, call:
Ann at 0917-5543700, 0908-2372346 or 4008496 Cheche at 9289296 or 9273008 - Myleen at 6479596

Happy happy cooking!!!

xoxo

Photo Shoot: Avante Garde

2010-09-06T12:29:00.002+08:00

I'm starting the week by sharing another set of images of moi.

It's fun letting other people create a whole new look of me,

I think for you to be able to give the best shot to the photographer, you must have a feeling inside you.

This emotion will create a natural looking pose.

I love having my picture taken as much as I love taking photos of other people or anything that delights me.

I'm telling you, I don't look like this everyday! hurhurhur

And if you're wondering.....

No... The eyeslashes are not that heavy. :-)

Photography by: Jesson of Faces Portraits

Makeup by: Apple of applellamas.multiply.com

Location: Faces Portraits Studio

xoxo

Star Magic Ball 2010: Piolo Pascual and KC Concepcion!

2010-09-06T00:08:00.001+08:00

What can I say? I'm a HUGE fan! =p

This is the first time I'm writing about my favorite local celebrity.

They're just soo talented, very humble and they both have a caring and a good heart.

Here are some images taken at the grandest celebration of Star Magic Ball 2010.

image courtesy of ABS-CBN

♡Actions speak louder than words. ♡

They look perfect in every way. .

image courtesy of ChOkOLeiTwits

Piolo Pascual was awarded the Star Magic Icon.

image courtesy of ChOkOLeiTwits

Chocoleit's photo caption: My twin cyster!

haha

image courtesy of rliquigan

KC's fabulous gown by Amir Sali.

I'm hoping to see more glamorous pics!

Good night my sassy readers. ;)

xoxo

Classic Love: Chocolate Chip Cookies

2010-09-02T12:36:00.002+08:00

The weather is quite unpredictable these days...

The cold breeze and the mist-like drops of the rain invites me to eat my favorite baked goodies...

Chocolate Chip Cookies

It's a classic favorite!

I happily scooped the batter and placed them onto the cookie sheets,

just look at those little balls.

Makes me want to eat 'em already. hurhur

This secret recipe is shared by my cousin, Michelle, who used to have a cookie shop a few years ago.

This is one of their bestsellers.

And if you were to ask me a yummy recipe of CCC,

you can try Original Nestle Toll House CCC recipe here.

But what are the secrets of a mouth-watering cookies?

* Use real butter.

* Using good and quality chocolates such as Hershey's or, Belgian Chocolate

or for a real treat of gourmet cookies try Valrhona or Ghirardelli it really makes a difference!

* And my secret technique for moist cookies...... under-bake! ;-)

My masterpiece.

Hello, I'm Nikki San and I bake.

Heart cookies to y'all.

xoxo

My thoughts..

2010-08-30T23:16:00.003+08:00

No pictures for tonight.

Because I miss jotting down my elusive thoughts.

Everything is random here.

* * *

My nephew is a number one fan of Jollibee. He's so addicted to it that his Dad organize another party for him. FUNNY: EJ's legs became so stiff when he saw the Jollibee mascot, he can barely stand up!! hahaha!

Just finished Skyping with the bestest Father in the world, my Papa.

My man and I watched my brother play a new game on XBOX, it's called the Alan Wake. And it freaking scared the hell out of me! What have I been missing all my life?? Why is that these games are like movies I watch on a widescreen! When the ghost was trying to catch Alan inside the house, I was so scared that I blurted out, "Go inside the refrigerator, inside, inside!" The FUNNY part was when my brother was carried away. Guess what? He followed my suggestion. My man and I were laughing the next day. XD

On a side note, do you know if Xbox have cooking, baking, fashion or hospital games? Please recommend some!

I baked a lot of cupcakes last Saturday for EJ's Party. My cousin said his daughter ate three cupcakes during the party! Wow! She must've really like 'em. And I'll never ever get tired of baking this little cakes.

Today, it has been a so-so day... :-/ So I needed something to revamp my mood! I saw some leftover egg yolks and I decided to make some leche flan! I made 7 llaneras of this milky flan, plus a hint of Dayap. Hmmmn.

I hope love and forgiveness prevails between HongKong and the Philippines. :-/

I'm still patiently waiting for some pictures to be uploaded, progress: 85%.... A few more minutes and I'm outta here.

I'm craving for Baked Oysters with Pesto and Parmesan Cheese for daaaays! The one from Seafood Island was the best!

Thinking of getting a haircut again. But this time, I wanna try Bench Fix Salon. Because they made my brother look like the hotness Robin Padilla. hahaha!

Bridget Moynahan is beautiful.

This is very timely. “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

* * *

Happy days ahead!

xoxo

The Best Pancit Palabok!

2010-08-28T16:05:00.005+08:00

I would love to share with you a food that has been a part of my childhood years and still continue to satisfy my taste buds. It's what we call Pancit Palabok or Pancit Luglug.

I remember eating Pancit Palabok since I was five. Our grandmother whom we fondly call our "Nanay" would bring us 3 orders of Pancit to be shared by my family. My Mom will then put it on a plate and if I were to recall, all I know is that bright orange sauce that's mixed into the noodles makes me so excited to eat it. I grew up eating this dish every morning. The tradition continues when it's my Mama's turn to bring it for us as a pasalubong. Usually, I eat this dish in the morning, it's after my Mama's done with her food shopping at the wet market in Pampang, where you can find the freshest and cheapest ingredients for cooking.

I've eaten many variations of Pancit Palabok. But it's only from Nina's Carinderia of Pampang that can fully satisfy my cravings for Pancit Palabok. The ingredients are so simple, it doesn't even have a lot of garnishings.

But the orange sauce itself makes the dish extra flavorful which is also known as the shrimp sauce. It's simply delicious!!!

Every time I eat this, it brings out a feeling of comfort, thus, I consider it as my comfort food.

Each order costs P37, for takeout orders, you will receive the noodles wrapped in newspaper.

This appetizing part is when you open it! The noodle dish is wrapped in banana leaf.

It has been this way since the last 25 years. :)

Rice noodles (Bijon) with palabok sauce and sauteed toppings of ground pork.

It is topped with green onions, chopped boiled eggs and bits of pork cracklings.

You can even ask for an extra palabok sauce if you want to have a saucy dish for free!

Then after mixing the dish, add a squeeze of Philippine lemon!

So yummmmy!

I've noticed that I've been writing about food in between posts. =p

It's because it's fun to talk about delicious food!

More comfort foods to be shared soon. :)

Happy Saturday!!!

xoxo

How to have great Mondays?

2010-08-25T12:17:00.003+08:00

How can you love Mondays?

It's when you start it right, change your usual routine and do something differently.

I spent my goody Monday with my Mom and my nephew. After working early in the morning, I made some plans with my Mom to spend the rest of the afternoon lazing around at the mall.

Mom is doing her window shopping, while I went to Maybelline booth and test some new Mascaras.

Since EJ has been so good and quiet [he waited for us patiently. haha]

We let him ride on a choo-choo train!

Then after the ride, he saw the Crazy Crepes stall, he joyfully said "aay-kreeeem, aay-kreeeem, aay-kreeeem".

He can express himself so well now.

I couldn't resist his request and if I may say, I couldn't also resist those tempting displays!

I've already tried some of their crepes before, so to try something new and since EJ

is requesting for an "ay-kreeeem",

I ordered the Mango Crumble!

Mango Crumble is loaded with mangoes, creamy whipped cream, the peanut crumble gives the dessert a whole new texture then it's topped with vanilla ice cream and a cherry! So Yummy!

Desserts are meant to be shared! Yay.

EJ is my love love love~

I like sharing food with EJ, because I can get everything when he's full! haha!

This crumble won't stand a chance with me! *evil laugh* tehehe

So this is how I spent my Monday. A great way to start my week.

Have a happy week ahead! SMILE ;-)

xoxo

Crazy Crepes is available at Marquee Mall.

I love Human Heart Nature!

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The industry of organic and natural products have been popping out, this made me become more careful on what beauty products I should use. I find myself checking the labels of cosmetics and beauty products, only to find out that I've been feeding my body with bad chemicals, it's sad that I've been wasting my money on something that can put my health at risk. :( Now I'm in the lookout for the best product to use and with the help of good reviews I found online,

I'm so happy that I found
Human Heart Nature!

Here is my first purchase of HHN products. Definitely won't be the last!

It is the most natural and the most organic product you can find today. How can you even be sure if the product your buying is natural? You gotta check the natural seal which means that the ingredients that was used must be biodegradable and at least 95% natural. That's why you can enjoy all their products without the harmful chemicals! Replacing synthetic chemicals with natural and organic ones.

Plus the best part is it's Philippine made! YAY. I truly support all Philippine products.

HHN is employs Gawad Kalinga residents, meaning every time we buy any of their products, we're also helping the needy. And they're also pro-environment. They make sure that all the materials that they use are carefully chosen to make sure that it's good for the environment. Included on my order is a free Human Heart Nature catalog that is printed on a 100% recycled paper.

Is it expensive? Definitely not! You'll be surprised how affordable they are. I ordered online and the transaction was fast and easy that I received my products in 2 days. For more HHN products, please click this link.

Check out my current HHN favorites!

They could be your favorites too!

Tomato & Lemongrass Toner 100ml Php99.75

This toner is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants because of the tomatoes. It leaves my skin glowing only after a week of use. It doesn't sting and it's gentle on the skin. The lemongrass has antibacterial properties that helps clear up oily skin. That's why this toner works well for me. =P This is already on my list for next buy, this may last for up to two months of daily use.

Feminine Wash (All Natural) Php54.75

I'm sure all the girls out there are excited to use the first ever natural feminine wash! Use a pea size because it lathers well, so the small bottle can last for up to a month. On my next buy, I'll get the bigger size to stock up.

According to HHN: "100% natural,pH-balanced feminine care to gently cleanse and freshen you without irritating your sensitive skin. Soothing aloe vera and chamomile, natural cleansing agents from coconut and sunflower, plus natural preservatives from rice and anise make this the SAFEST and GENTLEST way to care for yourself. "

Sunflower Beauty Oil Php99.75
Sunflower oil is rich with Vitamin A, D and E. It also helps fight wrinkles. The oil is easily absorbed through the skin because it has a light texture. I use this alternately with emu oil. Best for under-eye area.

Citronella Bug Spray DEET FREE! Php79.75
I bought this bottle for my nephew because his skin is very sensitive, he get's an allergic skin reaction everytime he gets a mosquito bite. It's very easy apply on the skin, however, I have to warn you of the strong citrus smell.

Facial Wash - Aloe & Guava Starting at: Php69.75

This can be another alternative to your favorite facial wash, this is best for oily and acne prone skin.

Nourishing Shampoo - Aloe Vera Starting at: Php32.75
According to HHN: "Your hair is easily damaged by harsh chemicals in many shampoos leading to hair loss and premature hair aging. Try our Aloe Vera Nourishing shampoo with nature's best ingredients for soft, healthy locks and be amazed at how you can regain the shine and softness of healthy hair."

Strengthening Shampoo - Pearl Powder & Aloe Vera Starting at: Php36.75

According to HHN: Save your hair before it's gone! Real pearls, one of the strongest creations of the ocean, can help fortify your hair to dramatically reduce hair fall. Makes a great body wash too!

I prefer the strengthening shampoo and body wash because it works well on my chemically treated hair, however, I still have to nourish my hair with a conditioner. I love the rosemary scent!

On my next HHN haul, I'll buy Tomato and Lemongrass facial wash, I'll also try some of their conditioners and hair mask, triclosan free hand sanitizer and also I'm excited to get their newest product the Human Heart Nature Deodorant. All HHN products are not only available in the Philippines but also in US. For more information click here.

Thanks HHN for the wonderful products you created, your company's integrity and big heart made me love HHN more.

I need to catch some ZzzZzzs now, may we all have a blessed week.
Sweet dreams! ;-)

xoxo

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I love Human Heart Nature!

Tomato & Lemongrass Toner 100ml Php99.75

Feminine Wash (All Natural) Php54.75

Facial Wash - Aloe & Guava Starting at: Php69.75

Strengthening Shampoo - Pearl Powder & Aloe Vera Starting at: Php36.75

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