January 2, 2013 | Lifestyle.INQ

Mochi cream for the New Year–but for Christmas, good old ‘ensaimada’

Mochi cream is my favorite indulgence for the New Year. These round, sticky, tasty, authentic Japanese treats are made with utmost care and only with high-quality ingredients. For starters, the mochi skins alone are so fine and delicate, though still chewy, and melts in your mouth. The fillings are made of the real ingredient with no artificial flavorings, and the center consists of white-as-snow, delectably pure, thick cream.

January 2, 2013

‘Lechon kawali’ sushi, paella ‘tinola,’ ‘laing’-stuffed ‘lechon’–2012 was a proudly Pinoy-flavored year

This was a most blessed foodie year, but what made it most distinguished was the patriotism that underscored each effort, each event.

January 2, 2013

Cebu dim sum comes to Manila

Whenever you visit a province or another city, is there a restaurant or diner you must dine in? Well, I have. I first went to Cebu sometime in the early ’80s for a shooting competition of the Philippine Practical Shooting Association. In those days, the organization had less than 50 members who had a passion for the sport. Free from petty intrigues, we had fun wherever we went.

January 2, 2013

Use ‘sin tax’ in health drive–solons

Concerned over surveys that showed Filipinos were eating more meat and chicken and less fruit and vegetables, lawmakers have suggested that part of the revenue raised from “sin taxes” be used to boost a healthy lifestyle campaign.

January 2, 2013

From ‘useless art’ to hip utilitarian objects

Though she’s a successful furniture designer, Yolanda “Yola” Perez Johnson hopes she can return to her art “that nobody liked.”

January 2, 2013

Feasting on good bubbly; grand ball to raise funds for Intramuros renovation

Who doesn’t love a good bubbly, dahlings? I know I do!

January 2, 2013

Be informed consumers this 2013

I hope everybody survived the holidays without any minor or major injuries.

January 2, 2013

How Android smartphones are making life easier for Rafa and Amina Alunan

The phenomenon of smartphones and other IT gadgets has enabled people to stay connected 24/7 with either their loved ones or business associates, wherever they are. Although these devices can boost productivity, they can also be a distraction either at the workplace or at home.

January 2, 2013

How to make the most of your kids’ Christmas vacation

We get it—you’ve spent the past weeks running around like a headless chicken. You were buying gifts, wrapping gifts, herding your family from one reunion to another, slaving over Noche Buena and Media Noche, being stalked by inaanaks and dancing “Gangnam Style” at Christmas parties. Now all that is over and you still have a few days left before your kids head back to school.

January 2, 2013