Cook and Brew.

Research and statistics show that the current generation of kids are getting more unfit. Instant foods, junk foods, sweets and candies, then they get lots of distractions not to exercise like fascination with TV watching, ps3, wii, xbox video games and computers. So aside from giving them a healthy diet, parents should also get their kids to exercise. The best way to do this is to exercise together as a family. The motivation and good example should come from the parents themselves. After all, this also makes a great family bonding activity.

Even though our country was massively devastated by a series of calamities recently, I believe that the whole nation will still celebrate the Christmas season with a gleeful and positive spirit. After all, we’ve always been known as a pliant kindred and we always try to stand up as a nation no matter how tough the obstacle is that comes our way.

Jollibee’s mission of spreading Christmas cheer to needy children through their Maaga Ang Pasko program has always been commendable. It is the longest yearly Christmas donation drive where kids are encouraged to donate toys and books to kids who are less fortunate. It doesn’t have to be brand new or those latest gadgets like PS3, Xbox or netbooks. In fact, they are encouraged to donate their old toys or their current ones which actually teach and instill in them the true spirit of giving.

Kudos to Jollibee for this admirable cause.

*Photo snagged from philstar.com

I’ve shared a recipe find yesterday regarding Creepy Halloween Drinks. For today’s recipe find share, to complete the Halloween party foods for your kids, you might want to try this Mummy Dog recipe I stumbled upon from scoochmaru. Check out her article for a more detailed instructions plus step by step images.  Her article is indeed very helpful and easy to follow.

Step 1: Hot dogs (veggie dogs or sausages), biscuit dough (fresh or store-bought) and mustard are all you need to turn out these ghoulish delights! One roll of biscuit dough will cover one eight-pack of dogs. Preheat your oven to 375o F (190o C).

Step 2: Roll out your biscuit dough (Pillsbury Crescent Rolls), and pinch together any seams. Cut into strips about 1″ wide. Wrap your dogs!

Step 3: Bake for 12 minutes at 375o F.

Step 4: Decorate. Use mustard (or cheese whiz) to add eyes.

Notes: Mummy Dogs are more commonly known as “Pigs in Blanket”.

Photo Credits: scoochmaru.

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 Designing

Food 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 Mousse

Mango 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 Pizzas

Adult’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!

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!