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Thursday, August 27, 2020

Hotcake Remix: A definitive guide to quarantine’s greatest hotcake hits



A box of Maya Hotcake Mix has now become a staple in every modern home, so it wasn’t a surprise that it was selling like, well, hotcakes during the first weeks of the quarantine. Aside from being quick and easy to use, the possibilities are endless with just a bit of inspiration, a few tricks, and some add-ins. In fact, some of the major food trends that emerged in the past months involved this versatile box of hotcake mix.


From viral TikTok hacks to gourmet-like creations, here’s a guide to all the food trends that you can create with Maya Hotcake Mixes.

Monday, August 24, 2020

ADP Pharma Launches NOVUHAIR ®  3-in-1 VIP PROMO KIT


In line with NOVUHAIR's 10th year of fervent commitment to consumer health awareness on hair loss prevention and maintenance, plus a decade of partnership with Mercury Drug Corporation, ADP Pharma Corporation has launched the NOVUHAIR ®  3-in-1 VIP PROMO KIT.

Check out the promo video:


The NOVUHAIR ®  3-in-1 VIP PROMO KIT serves as a token of the company's
appreciation and gratitude to the affirmative support of its loyal users and new trialists.

Sunday, August 23, 2020

Sweet Kiss Lecheng Ube (Ube Caramel) Cake Food Review


What happens when you combine two well-loved Filipino flavors in one awesome cake? If you love leche flan (custard) and ube (purple yam), chances are, you'd be delighted to learn that both flavors are available in a single cake so you never had to choose again between those two. I recently stumbled upon this cake as I was browsing online searching for chocolate moist cake which my fiance specifically wanted for his birthday. There have been so many food trends nowadays that it gets difficult to choose which ones to try. But I was glad to have found Sweet Kiss on Instagram. 


Thursday, August 20, 2020

Discover the Sinfully Delicious Too Much Chocolate Chip Cookie by the Fet Boys



Aah, chocolate chip cookies. The mere mention of those is enough to make me salivate. Whether you like them gooey, crispy, or somewhere in the middle, cookie lovers everywhere seem to agree that these treats are a national standard. If you live in the South, then consider yourself lucky--because there's a best-kept secret of the south called Too Much Chocolate Chip Cookie by The Fet Boys. Only die-hard Southern people know about them. Their cookies are so good, maybe people don't want to share for fear of being sold out which it almost always is. 



The Fet Boys are twin brothers Karl and Kirk Ngo although Kirk is the one who bakes all the time. The Too Much Chocolate Chip Cookie is his creation and this comes in both GIANT and regular size.  I bet, even Sesame Street's Cookie Monster character would be happy to know that the giant-sized Too Much Chocolate Chip Cookies are also made giant in terms of its taste. 

Saturday, August 15, 2020

NOVUHAIR ® Officially Launches NOVU VIP CLUB


What a great way to celebrate NOVUHAIR’s 10 years of success in the Philippines. With the aim of highlighting further the brand’s advocacy campaign Nothing to lose, NOVUHAIR ® introduces Go for the Perfect 10! with the launch of its NOVU VIP CLUB.

The NOVU VIP CLUB is designed to guide, inspire and at the same time to take the journey with the members through a holistic approach in managing hair loss especially during this global health crisis.


Supported by a pool of VIP Coaches, the members are given the opportunity to engage directly with the experts and at the same time enjoy the exciting monthly perks.


The list of VIP Coaches include some of the country’s high-caliber professionals from different fields of expertise: Fanny Serrano (Salon & Beauty VIP Coach), Hon. Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso (Leadership VIP Coach), Jim and Toni Saret (Fitness & Nutrition VIP Coaches), Dr. Cecile Catapang (Aesthetic & Rejuvenation VIP Coach), Dr. Risa Caldoza-De Leon (Dermatology & Beauty Coach), Dr. Harris Acero (Wellness & Nutrition VIP Coach) and Alopecia Warrior Abby Asistio (Inspirational VIP Coach) to name a few.

Discover how to become an exclusive member: https://bit.ly/3iABYbv

NOVUHAIR ® Topical Scalp Lotion is a unique combination of 19 natural herbal extracts and essential oils that work in synergy to help remedy and prevent hair loss.

To know more about NOVUHAIR ®, visit www.novuhair.com or follow the official Facebook page @NovuhairOfficial.

Want to try the NOVUHAIR ® 3-in-1 Pack (worth ₱5,280) for FREE?



Thursday, August 6, 2020

What can Chiropractors help you with?

If you happen to experience an aching back or a stiff neck, you might benefit from a chiropractic adjustment. They aren't necessarily medical doctors but they are still trained medical professionals who use their hands to relieve pain in the spine and in other affected areas of your body that needs the necessary adjustment. 

In my recent blog post, I had shared with you my very first visit to Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic where I had my assessment by Nick Fleming, the resident chiropractor at their SM North Edsa The Block branch. 

Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Cooking runs in her blood: Isabelle Daza learns to kitchen recipes from her Lola Nora Daza

Isabelle Daza (left) and her Grandma, veteran gourmet celebrity chef, the late  Nora Daza

Isabelle Daza is firing up her kitchen! The actress, television host, model, and granddaughter of Filipino culinary legend Nora Daza follows in her grandma’s footsteps, and enlists Maya’s help to navigate the kitchen with ease and confidence, and inspire a new breed of home cooks just like her. 




Cooking with my Lola is Isabelle’s four-part online video series that kick starts her cooking adventures – and what better way to do so than to recreate recipes from seminal cookbook Let’s Cook with Nora. “Cooking has always been a huge part of my family, and now that I have my own, I want to bring the same joy and wonderful memories that I’ve associated with cooking into my home,” Isabelle shares. 


Nina Daza Puyat (Isabelle's aunt) and Isabelle shares secret recipes on this four-part episode

Sunday, August 2, 2020

Chef Kofi's Malabon Noodles Delight: Experience an upgraded Pancit Malabon


Who doesn't love pancit noodles? I think we all do. Regardless if it's instant noodles (which most of us consume these days due to the pandemic and the fast paced world), noodles are one of the easiest things to do and a good alternative to our usual rice. Introduced by the Chinese, we Filipinos have since adapted the noodle dish to our own tastes, resulting in variations like canton, Malabon, and palabok. As they say in the vernacular, "nagkakatalo na lang sa toppings at ingredients." Each noodle dish has its own unique sauce, toppings, and the right balance offlavors incorporated on the noodles sans the umay factor (not cloying). 

If you're still looking for that noodle dish that will make you believe that pancit dish can be leveled up, allow me to introduce my latest food discovery: Chef Kofi's Malabon Noodles Delight. I love the luglog thick clear noodles of Malabon. One of my good friends Sir Tony Galvez (yes, the famous hair expert) made me try Chef Kofi's Malabon Noodle Delight because he knew that I'm also a food blogger. 



So what is it about Chef Kofi's Malabon Noodles Delight that makes it a stand-out? Chef Kofi's version of pancit Malabon is more on the dry side and while their toppings are modest in number, the tinapa, chicharon, and crispy shrimp make up for it with flavor. Their sauce also has a hint of zest even without calamansi (Philippine lemon). It is also mildly flavored especially when compare to other pancit Malabon I've previously tried. But the trick is really in its toppings--with the noodles and sauce to get a flavorful bite. There is just enough sauce to cover the noodles without turning it soggy, which is perfect if you like your pancit noodles like me, as I like my noodles with a bit of bite. Somewhat al dente, like in pasta. 

Where to Get the Best Cake Loaves: Check out Chef MG's on Facebook


Looking for a cake for an occasion or just for personal purposes? Pick a cake or a loaf (or even your choice of cupcake) from Chef MG. We sift through the best baked goodies from our latest food discovery. Don't worry – the perfect cake or loaf is not a lie. We're pretty sure there'd be something you'd fancy with the variety of loaves and yummy cakes that Chef MG is offering.


The humble home-based bakery is hidden in a quiet neighborhood in Quezon City and its cakes are just unassuming. The simple Carrot Pineapple Loaf Cake comes with soft, moist sponge cake with pineapple chunks sandwiched between the sponges. The carrots and pineapple work together to keep this cake moist and wholesome. 



Saturday, August 1, 2020

NOVUHAIR ® SUPPORTS HEALTHY BITES FOR THE HAIR


The nutritional content of what we eat determines the composition of our cell membranes, bone marrow, blood, hormones, tissue, organs, skin, and that even includes our hair. Having said that, we had to also take care of what we eat--it is important to consume nutritious foods for us to achieve clearer skin, healthy growing hair and you know, just about glowing and in the pink of health. 

NOVUHAIR ®, the country’s leading natural hair loss solution, supports the nation in highlighting the importance of healthy and balanced nutrition amidst the ongoing health crisis. 

VIP Nutrition Coach Michelle Co-Huertas
VIP Nutrition Coach Michelle Co Huertas

NOVUHAIR ® has partnered with Chefy Wifey’s Kitchen and cooked up something, literally. Consistent with the brand’s advocacy, the “Food for the Hair” mini-program will be having four (4) exciting video demonstration episodes on how to prepare practical, nutritious and easy-to-do meals at home, focusing on ingredients that support healthy hair and prevent hair loss.


The initial episode features VIP Nutrition Coach Michelle Co-Huertas’ Chicken Afritada with Boiled Egg, a Filipino staple recipe loaded with nutrients and vitamins essential in achieving the best hair growth goal. 

Chicken Afritada with Boiled Egg