To eat Adobo is a birthright. Perfecting the recipe is a different story. Traditionally prepared with pantry basics such as vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves and peppercorns, the magic of adobo derives from the excellent balance of its flavors, in…
Unsweetened Carob Chips
Unsweetened carob chips that are dairy-free and without the unhealthy palm oil and soy lecithin additives are hard to come by. The delicious, melt-in-your-mouth kind is also elusive. This is sad for those who are intolerant to cocoa and at the…
My Favorite Oblique Pen Holder
Truly a valuable piece of fine art, this oblique pen holder is the most exquisite one in my calligraphy arsenal. I couldn’t hide my excitement when the package that contained this finally arrived. There are two major reasons why I…
VIDEO: Baan Suan Ka Fe
A rural delight, Baan Suan Ka Fe in Chiang Mai, Thailand is the true definition of a modern jungle cafe. Beautifully located in the foothills of Doi Pui on the way to Doi Kham (where the Royal Project gardens are)…
Homemade Egg Custard Pie Recipe
After a trip this morning to the supermarket, my husband mentioned that it’s been a long time since I made an egg custard pie. With “a long time,” he actually meant just six to seven days ago. So that says…
Homemade and Classic Tiramisu Recipe
A classic Italian favorite, Tiramisù is a creamy dessert of espresso-soaked ladyfingers surrounded by lightly sweetened whipped cream and a rich mascarpone. Albeit easy to put together, tiramisù relies heavily on the quality of its ingredients. For example, using strongly brewed coffee…
