Of all the desserts I’ve ever made, this one is the simplest. It involves only two ingredients (or three, if you count the optional one) and even its name sounds prosaic: grilled bananas.
Foreword of “Best Desserts” As if overnight, the Philippines has become a desserts nation, and most probably is not unique, in that sense, in the world.
“If you like sweets and pastries, then you’ll love Bacolod,” a Cebu Pacific flight attendant told my 8-year-old sister Christine on our flight from Manila.
The much-awaited list is here and it comes to life with the launch of “Best Desserts:
Inquirer Lifestyle Most-Read Ultimate List,” published by Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc., today, 4 p.m., at the SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, Taguig City.
Not too long ago, baker Judah Liu spent two to three hours making marshmallow cakes at home. The cakes were a hit with friends and baking was a hobby that served her well.
Oh no! Just when I resolved to try a “slimming” program, “Best Desserts” by Vangie Baga Reyes (Philippine Daily Inquirer, 2013) was launched.
Wow, a whole convention center filled with sweet treats,” exclaimed Yvette Fernandez, Town & Country editor in chief, as she entered the SMX Convention Center at SM Aura for the launch of Inquirer Lifestyle’s first ever book, “Best Desserts.”
I have known Jenny Silayan for years. Our sons are not just schoolmates, but football buddies as well. But it wasn’t until another friend, Jecelle Tycangco, started to rave about her cupcakes, did I realize that she baked.
When one hears the name Ben Chan, one immediately pictures trendy apparel, bath products and accessories. That’s because, since 1987, the chair and CEO of Suyen Corp. has been growing the Bench lifestyle brand that now includes over 30 local concepts and international franchises.
Lifestyle’s second round of best desserts will make your holiday gastronomic celebrations extra-joyful and scrumptious! The list features a variety of traditional comfort food given delicious twists, as well as artisanal cakes and cookie creations proudly crafted by our own local pastry chefs.