#Spaghetti 101#

I always admire my mom in cooking. She really is a good cook for those who didn't know. Sometimes I help her but always end up watching her because it was way too difficult for me.

The nerve for me to post on how to make spaghetti lol.. Anyway, give chance to the poor! hahaha On the 24th, I've decided to give a little treat to the kids in the street. So I made my version of spaghetti for the first time. Given the main ingredients: Pasta, Tomato Sauce, Sausage.

Boil water and put the pasta for a few minutes until cooked and drain.

Next, saute onions followed by garlic, because based on what I've read garlic's easily get cooked than onions.

I added the meat next. Instead of ground pork, I used sausage and crushed it instead.

And poured the pasta sauce.

Then I joined the cooked pasta into the pan. Grate cheese to taste.

#Mr. A's Bar and Restaurant#

T'was a very late afternoon when our feet took us somewhere overlooking. I miss this moment where you can relax and drink your fave coffee while enjoying good chitchats. It's been ages since the last time I set my foot on this place.

Choices of either to stay indoor or an al fresco dining experience. 

They offer different varieties to choose from drinks, wines to food etc.

It was indeed a very cozy ambiance which made me want to linger more but unfortunately mode of transport is limited so I have to be aware of the time.

#Cebu Westown Lagoon#

I kinda like the idea of putting up a lagoon within the reach of the city. Well, fortunately I will have the favour to visit their place during our planned team building before December ends. It's one way of celebrating Christmas with friends, yeah? Cebu Westown Lagoon offers day use from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and night use from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. For further inquiries you may email them at cebuwestownlagoon@yahoo.com

1. Entrance Fees

Adults and kids 4 feet up - 300 with 1 complimentary drink per head

kids 2 to 4 feet - 200 with 1 complimentary drink per head

kids 2 feet below / infants are FREE or charge

2. You may not avail of our cottage since we have plazuela and courtyard for your free use (1st come, 1st served basis only). When you avail of our cottage, we assure you of sure spot here at cebu westown lagoon.

3. For your swimming attire, we do not allow jersey and cotton type of clothing. Rash guards, wet suits, board shorts will do.

4. Corkage: 500 per lechon baboy. 300, 500 or 800 pesos depending on what kind of alcoholic beverage you may bring. 1thousand pesos per sorbet type ice cream. You may bring outside food and drinks without corkage except than those mentioned.

COTTAGE FEE:

MONDAY-FRIDAY DAY USE: 8:00AM - 5:00PM ; Small Cottage - 600php ; Big Cottage – 800php

SATURDAY & SUNDAY DAY USE: Small Cottage – 1200php ; Big Cottage – 2400php

FRIDAY/SUNDAY/NIGHT BEFORE HOLIDAY NIGHT USE: Small Cottage – 800php  ; Big Cottage – 1600php

SATURDAY&HOLIDAYS NIGHT USE: Small Cottage – 1200php ; Big Cottage – 2400php

For kids 2 ft. in height

This pool is good for adults 5-6 ft in height

On the way to their Jacuzzi

#Zalora EXpress#

I wasn't a fan of online shopping for such reasons you can't fit it, sometimes the actual photo differs from that on the website, etc. But that doesn't mean that I won't take a glance on their products. :)

So an advertisement popped up in the middle of an activity which I later on considered viewing. They offered me a great deal of discounts. Less 250 php when you sign up. So I hurriedly signed up to my excitement. When I read a note below, it says I have to purchase a product within 7 days or else I won't be able to avail that discount. ;(

So here comes daddy to the rescue. (hahahaha) I asked him if I could order online as his advanced Christmas gift and without second thought he said YES!!!! One more thing, If your order reaches almost a thousand php, you won't have to pay for the delivery fee. (Cool!) So Mom and I looked for something that would perfectly fit us.

The next day, I received an email from Zalora that they have already shipped my orders and would patiently wait for 1-3 days for NCR and Metro Cebu and 5-7 days for provincial areas. More like less than three days that I received my order. The products looked amazing in person only that it doesn't look so strong that could go through a long hike. I suggest you go to the hand shoe sewer to have it stitched.

#Big Hero 6 review#

Finally, I got  to watch "Big Hero 6" from Walt Disney. It's a 3D animated superhero action-comedy film. The story was about a dreadful experience that took away the life of Tadashi (Hiro's elder brother), Hiro found Baymax (huggable robot) and set out to find the people responsible for his brother's death.

Featuring the voice cast of Ryan Potter as Hiro Hamada, Scott Adsit as Baymax, Daniel Henney as Tadashi Hamada, T.J. Miller as Fred, Jamie Chung Go Go Tomago, Damon Wayans Jr as Wasabi, Genesis Rodriguez as Honey Lemon, Maya Rudolph as Aunt Cass and James Crowell as Professor Callaghan.

Persistent to reveal the mystery, Hiro transforms his friends into a team of high-tech heroes called Big Hero 6.

And so not all super heroes are born with special powers, others are just too NERD to make themselves a hero! ^___^

#Rico's Lechon - Cebu's best#

One of the famous lechon (roasted pig) makers in Cebu is from Rico's. Haven't tried Rico's yet but not for long. Got to order Rico's lechon for my baby's birthday. When all the others were out of stock, Rico's was there to save me *hahahaha

I'm on a tight budget so ordered the cheapest worth Php3,500. One week reservation prior to the date. Whole lechon includes Dugo-dugo (blood porridge) for free. No free delivery, charges apply for delivery. You may reach them at 344-0119. You can also dine in at Unit 4 and 5 The Ridges Commercial Bldg. F. Cabahug Street, Mabolo (near Sykes).

Rico's Direction:

Fronting Gaisano Grand Talamban, there's a narrow path turn right follow the road and you will see a big signage of Rico's Lechon.

Yummy Lechon from Rico's

Review: Well, I've tasted lechon from different suppliers and well I would say Rico's did it very well. Thumbs up!

#Stefan's Birthday Bash#

Been very busy these past few weeks preparing and budgeting for my son's upcoming birthday bash. Gathered all information which shop to order and the like. Organizing a party is a no easy job but maybe you can have some of the ideas of the things I went through.

I have looked for a theme that my baby loves and decided to have "Ben 10" since he's fond of watching him at cartoon network. Next step was to make an invitation card and here's a sample of what I made below.

I produced enough copies for the invitation cards. I've only invited few neighbors and friends both from work and school days together with their babies. I asked my mom in advance is she could cook for my baby's party and even before I asked she already said yes. hahaha *thanks mom

Despite my limited budget, I still managed to order lechon at Rico's. I just thought that I might not be able to celebrate that much again for his next birthday since he will already go to school next year. *sad face with matching tears.. You may visit my Rico's lechon review: Rico's Lechon

Enough of my dramas! ...so to continue, I also made DIY piñata and punch box instead of the usual pabitin.

Not to mention the cake and cupcakes with Ben 10 theme.

I only prepared a few games for some reasons. Some games I prepared were: Bring me, Pin the tail and Paper Dance.

#Henyo's Pizza#

Been craving recently over Mom's Pizza. Ever since I got to work, a lot of restaurants, food stands etc are popping out like mushrooms. Cebu's entrepreneur has been advancing. Cebu has never been this better. However, I still look for the old pizza I used to like.

I wonder where could I buy such until I passed by some pizza stand going to perpetual Soccour Hospital hence it wasn't by the name Mom's Pizza. I told myself "Nahh, It's ok. I gotta try this one for my craving satisfaction."

It comes with different toppings and different prices. I chose ham and cheese for only 69 pesos so I bought two boxes. One for me and the other for my family. Hahahaha! And believe me it has got the same old taste. Miss this <3 Henyo's Pizza took second place for the record :D

Kuya over here was very approachable that he even gave the supplier's number for my inquiries. unfortunately, I haven't sent them a message due to time constraint and short term memory lost. lol
0925-507-2778 Ok There you have it.

As for me, I liked Henyo's Pizza. :) Nothing beats the old school pizza