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Internet speeds and costs around the world

Have you ever wondered how much people are paying for their internet service around the world? Wait till you see how cheap and fast other countries broadband speed is compared to the Philippines. Japan wins hands down with broadband speed of 61mbps at a cost of only $.27/mbps/month. I use sky broadband and pay P1,999Continue reading “Internet speeds and costs around the world”

Potluck series part 2

As I have previously mentioned, our ICA HS batch is celebrating our homecoming this Nov. 21, 2009 and some classmates have been meeting almost every Saturday at Deb’s house for dance practice, bonding and mostly eating and laughing. I’ve decided to post each week’s food so that our classmates who were absent and those abroadContinue reading “Potluck series part 2”

Bistro on the Mile, Holiday Inn Golden Mile

It was our last meal in Hong Kong and we wanted to leave with a bang. We ate at Bistro on the Mile, the all day buffet restaurant of Holiday Inn Golden Mile. This buffet gives you the best value for your money with it’s wide array of International dishes that are cooked really well.Continue reading “Bistro on the Mile, Holiday Inn Golden Mile”

Dinner at Arirang Korean Restaurant

Did you know that Arirang was the first Korean restaurant that opened in Hong Kong in 1964? The last time I ate in Arirang it was still in another location. Arirang moved to Ocean terminal in 1999. That means I haven’t eaten in Arirang in ten years. We decided to eat there for dinner sinceContinue reading “Dinner at Arirang Korean Restaurant”

California table grapes at Aubergine restaurant

Everyone likes grapes. It’s always present in the Filipino home specially during the holidays. But have you ever thought of using grapes in cooking?To promote the versatility of grapes in sweet and savory dishes, the California Table Grapes Culinary Adventure was created. Chefs from Aubergine, Tagaytay Highlands Steakhouse, Sugarhouse, Le Souffle and Chef Laudico’s BistroContinue reading “California table grapes at Aubergine restaurant”

Autistic teen finds a voice by typing on a computer

I know this is a food blog but I wanted to share this video with everyone who got to my site accidentally by searching some restaurant or food product and with all my regular readers. Maybe you know someone with an autistic child and you can share this inspiring video with them. My cousin whoContinue reading “Autistic teen finds a voice by typing on a computer”

Pictures that will make you smile

Thanks to Monjie for sending me these pictures that made me smile. Plumber with a sense of humor! Gotta love this guy!! this is what sad looks like this is what sorry looks like bad spelling? privacy please! bad judgement? I’d rather hold it pile up forgot something? let me explain… how was your cerealContinue reading “Pictures that will make you smile”

Lunch at Caprice, Four Seasons Hotel

Caprice isn’t one of my “must eat” restaurants in Hong Kong. My previous meal there was very unsatisfactory. Since it’s our host’s favorite restaurant because of the beautiful decor, good service and fabulous view I have no choice but to pray that the food has improved. private dining room ferry to Discovery Bay street levelContinue reading “Lunch at Caprice, Four Seasons Hotel”

Best Sans Rival in Manila

Updated: July 11, 2014 (all prices have been updated too) I wrote this post in  2009 and never found the need to amend it until now. I’ve tried Delize’s Pistachio Sans Rival before and wasn’t impressed.  A couple of weeks ago my friend brought it to a party and I fell head over heels inContinue reading “Best Sans Rival in Manila”