It didn’t happen as we planned.
Because of the Ondoy tragedy, the husband was forced to render overtime to cover his colleagues who weren’t able to report for work. The little one ate his dinner ahead at 7 pm, fell asleep at 8 pm while the husband arrived at 9 pm.
Nevertheless, we can have it some other day naman. Or better yet, we can try to make everyday as FaMealy Day.
Our country is in deep sorrow caused by Typhoon Ondoy’s tragic massive flooding. We’re fortunate that my family was spared and we’re all safe and dry. Our heart goes out to those who lost lives of their loved ones, homes, and properties…those who are deeply traumatized by this tragedy.
May we all, as one nation, pray that God give us all strength that may we undergo through this with much hope and faith.
May we, as one nation, help each other pick up the pieces and go on with life.
Calling all parents out there who are in the midst of their kid’s birthday party planning. Participate in the Grand Food Tasting of Hizon’s Catering, one of the best and leading caterers in the country, on the scheduled date below. (Thanks to my friend, Mec, for sharing this).
Participation in the Grand Food Tasting is Free, but since seats are limited, attendees are required to register online to reserve a slot.
What: The Grand Food Tasting is a free food tasting event, open exclusively to parents planing a party for their kids.
When: Sunday, October 4, 2009
Time: 11AM – 6PM
Where: Light of Love Event Place, 1163 Santol st., Quezon City Philippines (Green Gate)
How to attend the grand food tasting?
To attend the Grand Food Tasting, Simply click on the appropriate link below.
If you wish to attend the Grand Food Tasting
(click here and fill up a registration form to reserve seats for the event)
If you cannot attend the food tasting due to it’s date or location but wish to attend our next food tasting event
(click here and pre-register to their next grand food tasting event)
If you wish to learn more about their catering services and how they can help you on your upcoming event.
(click here to fill up a contact form so their event consultant can get in touch with you as soon as possible )
What to Expect at the Children’s Party Grand Food Tasting
Activity Stations
Glitter Tatoo
Face Painting
Mascot Performances
Magician Booths
Baloon Twisting
Cupcake DesigningFood Stations
Hot Food Cart Stations
Hotdogs, Flavored French Fries, Fish Balls
Quesadilla Station (Our Tribute to Mexican cuisine, a variety quesadillas freshly made by our chef )On Spot Pasta Station (Gourmet Pasta stations prepared on the spot by our chef )
Carving Station (8 hour Oven Roasted Beef Fillet seasoned with Rosemary and Garlic)
Dessert Buffet Station
Miniature Cakes Served in shot glasses
Chocolate Mousse, Vanilla Mouse, Black forest MousseMango Pannacotta served in miniature teacups, Tiramisu, Cr่me Brulee
Classic Desserts in Margarita Glasses (Coffee Jelly, Buco Pandan, Nata Con Peaches )
Crepe Station (Crepes Made on the Spot by our chef)
Chocolate Fondue Fountain (5ft chocolate fondue fountain served with fresh fruit dippings )
Kid’s Buffet
Baked Spaghetti
Home Style BBQ
Mini Burgers
Chicken Lolipops
Mini PizzasAdult’s Buffet
Chicken BBQ in Hawaiian Sauce
Fish Fillet with Honey Mustard Sauce
Lengua Royale Champignon
Buttered Vegetables
Steamed Rice
All attendees who will book their Children’s Party (Minimum of 100 Adults) with Hizon’s Catering can get for free any two of these stations for their event.
Pasta Bar
Dessert buffet
On spot crepe
Chocolate fondue fountain
Carving Station
Quesadilla Station
So register now for the grand food tasting!
Calling all Go Nuts Donuts fanatics, here’s your chance to get a free Go Nuts Donuts Gift Certificate. Just log on to your Facebook account and answer the “How much of a sweet tooth are you?” quiz. The claiming procedure will be given at the quiz results.
Here’s the result I got..it’s pretty obvious that I have a sweet tooth.
I am yet to receive an email response. I’ll update this post once I get feedback.
Stay tuned for more contests. Who knows they might be giving free tickets to watch Las Vegas Shows.
Edited 09.28.09: Just received an email stating that my GC is on its way to my mailbox.
Filipinos are known for the custom of having close family ties. We naturally care for each family members that home for the elders centers and nursing homes are uncommon. For some married children, even if they have the means to live on their own, they would still prefer to live with either of the couple’s families or parents.
A family is one of the major factors or the basis of one’s happiness. It is also in this light that a kid’s values formation and development are immensely affected by his family’s circumstance or state. So it is imperative that a family must stand sturdy together at all times and remain joyous despite life’s troubles. It is said that families who spends more time together, especially during dinner, is an effective means to strengthen the bond of the family. According to research, dinner is the perfect time to connect with our family. The communication that occurs over meal time fortifies the parent-child relationships.
Every fourth Monday of September is Famealy Day as spearheaded by Lucky Me! with their advocacy of acknowledging the importance of family meals in strenghtening the family bond. So on September 28, 2009, be sure to be home early for dinner and eat together with your spouse and kids. Because as they put it, your children need more than just good food during mealtimes..they need you!
1. What color is your refrigerator?
:: White
2. What kind of toaster do you have?
:: Oven toaster
3. Do you use a tablecloth? When – always, when eating, etc.
:: Nope. I think they’re more of for fine dining.
4. Do you use paper or cloth napkins?
:: Yes.
One of the tables that got stormed by my son’s 1st birthday party guests was the Chocolate Fountain table. A dear friend who happens to be my son’s godmother volunteered that she lends her chocolate fountain and likewise, offered her services to set it up and make the necessary dippers. Check out her Chocolate Coated Apples, the recipe of which she got from Foodnetwork.com:
Ingredients
* Medium sweet-tart apples, such as Fuji or Gala
* Barbecue or popsicle sticks
* 1 pound semisweet chocolate, cut into chunks
* 1 cup M & M’s and candy sprinkles. Optional ingredients are chopped pistachios, shredded coconut, toffee pieces, or crushed Oreos
Directions:
Twist off the stems from the apples and push a stick down into the core. Put the apples in the fridge while preparing the chocolate; they’ll coat better if they’re cold.
Slowly melt the chocolate in a double boiler over hot water or in a microwave set on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through the heating time to smooth it out. Remove from the heat and stir until completely melted and warm, not hot. Dunk each apple into the chocolate, allowing the excess to drip back into the bowl. Roll the apples around in the chocolate, turning with the stick, so it’s coated all the way up to the top. Use a spoon to baste any hard to get spots.
Put the desired coating in a separate bowl and roll the dipped apple around so it is completely covered. Set the chocolate dipped apples on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set.
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I was so busy entertaining the party guests that’s why I wasn’t able to taste it. But I heard great raves about it from the guests.
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 Playful and lighthearted, breakfast is likely your favorite meal of the day. (In fact, you’re probably the type who sneaks cereal as a midnight snack.) Your culinary skills are probably a bit lacking… and you are a sucker for junk food. Some people accuse you of eating like a kid, but you prefer to think of yourself as low maintenance. |
Planning to have a Chocolate Fountain in your party? Check out the following Metro Manila Chocolate Fountain suppliers that may serve your party requirements:
101 Pinoy Parties
0922-5667820; 0928-6021569
one0one.pinoyparties@yahoo.com
Choco Fountain by Flowers & Events
1321 Quirino Ave Malate, Manila
404-2638; 243-6875; 0916-7046273; 0916-5548993
flowersandevents@yahoo.com
Chocolate Fountain by Perfect Moments
1445 Zulueta St., Paco, Manila
564-2130; 563-7193; 0917-5361015
eventsbyperfectmoments@yahoo.com
Dreams and Glimpses Party and Bridal Boutique
713 JP Rizal St., Concepcion, Marikina City
240-3148; 942-1787; 724-5508; 0917-8544440; 0915-7793777
dreamsnglimpses@yahoo.com
ILoveChocoFondue.com Chocolate Fountain Services
3rd Floor Femar Bldg., ML Quezon St., Antipolo City
692-2939; 0905-2729751
info@ilovechocofondue.com
Sweet Definitions
0908.7882255; 0915-3344544
info@sweetdefinitions.com
My Chocolate Heaven
Email : mychocolateheaven.info@gmail.com
Cell # for Northern Luzon-Baguio City: 0917-5060308
Cell # for Northern Luzon-Lingayen: 0928-0255969
Cell # for Northern Luzon-Dagupan City:0928-5219053
Cell # for Bulacan : 0917-8922276
Cell # for Metro Manila: 0917-8007215
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