Foodie Friday: Masaganang Bagong Taon

First Friday of the month: Food and Dining

HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone! 
I hope you all had a memorable and meaningful yuletide season spent with loved ones. Today is the first day of 2016 and the first Friday of the month. You know what that means -- Foodie Friday here on the blog. With that, I'd like to begin by giving thanks to the Almighty for a bountiful year that has passed, and hoping for continued abundance in the next twelve months.

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Foodie Friday: Cream Puffs, Crepes, and Croquembouche

First Friday of the month: Pastries / Baking Class

I started baking when I was in elementary. I can't recall what I made first, but I remember buying a box of brownie mix and tried to bake it as instructed in the box. Then, I moved on oatmeal cookies until I learned more about cooking and baking during high school practical arts and home eco classes. Last month, I was able to attend a private baking class by Chef Christa Mendiola where she taught how to make one of my favorite pastries ever -- the cream puff!

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Foodie Friday: Crisp, Chewy Cookies and Pastries

First Friday of the month: Foodie Finds / Snacks

I think I'm a snack binger, if there's such a thing.  I love to nibble and munch on something at different times of the day -- before or after meals, and before going to bed. I know, I know... I need to break that habit, especially now that I've learned about my food intolerances (more on that very soon). For today, I'm sharing some goodies I received recently, which left me craving for more. I thoroughly enjoyed them as snacks, and even for breakfast with coffee or tea!

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