For many fitness enthusiasts and weight watchers, yogurt is considered a wonder food because of the health benefits one can get from it. The protein in yogurt can make one feel full while the amino acids in the yogurt get to work on burning fat. Yogurt also contains potassium that helps regulate the balance of water and other nutrients, lowering the chances of having high blood pressure. Amazing isn’t it? But yogurt can also be a chest full of nutrition at home. For one, yogurt is available in many varieties such as low-fat, fat-free,...
A healthy and sweet dessert made surprisingly with high quality yogurt and dark chocolate. 1 cup solid dark chocolate ¾ cup fresh California milk 2 tbsp white sugar ¼ tsp iodized salt 1 cup Honey flavored California Greek yogurt Heat the milk, sugar and salt in a saucepan. Stir while heating. When milk is heated enough and sugar is dissolved, remove...
It’s the start of summer vacation although my kids school activities aren’t over. As it is the Holy Week, we went to the church for our devotional stations of the cross, and then went home. We don’t have anything sweet to eat for dessert or something for snacks so I decided to bake some brownies. I have a big pack of Milo from Robinsons Supermarket...
When I searched for Richmonde Hotel in Google, you know what attracted me initially? They were the price, the pool and the staircase. There were many hits and a couple of misses in this hotel and I hope this blog post will give you enough idea to help you decide if you are going to check in this hotel or not. I booked our room in Richmonde directly from their website...
I’ve got left-over apples from my New Year fruit basket so I thought of how I can serve them to my husband and the kids aside from being peeled fresh. I made a quick dessert since I also have remaining whipped cream inside the ref. If ever you will have so many apples in stock, feel free to click this recipe in my blog. I swear your house will be filled with...
We’ve spent Halloween this year in a charitable way and it was fun! The four of us joined Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel’s Goblin Run, a charity fun run with street children from Villanie Foundation as the main beneficiaries. Sofitel was truly commendable as they combined all aspects of a perfect event : the Halloween fun, the healthy aspect of running, the chance to help the community, and the chance to try Sofitel’s magnificent food and accommodation – all in one. Amazing, right? We checked in early that Sunday...
I’ve just recently discovered the value of US frozen potatoes when it comes to nutrition, versatility, and accessibility. I’ve always been a consumer of US fresh potatoes as I use them in my main dishes at home, usually lunch and dinner. But US frozen potatoes free up a lot of my time in cooking without compromising the nutrients of fresh potatoes. US frozen potatoes...
Will you believe that these glorious chocolate truffles are made of US Potatoes? Yes! More than the thought that these delicious treats are made of nutritious potatoes, you will be more amazed to know that these are easy and fun to make, plus the ingredients are very affordable. chocolate truffles made of US Potatoes The secret ingredient? Dehydrated US Potatoes which I used to make mashed potatoes which in turn was the base of this decadent truffle recipe. First, let me tell you some more about dehydrated US Potatoes. I discovered them...
