I’ve watched MasterChef US and MasterChef Australia a couple of times—and in one episode, a chef said something that stayed with me: one of the most difficult dishes to cook is a simple egg. Not because it’s complicated, but because it demands precision. Timing. Control. Especially when you’re aiming for something specific—like a perfectly executed […]
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POV: you come across a neighborhood café worth a quick stop. There’s something about unplanned pauses—the kind you don’t schedule but somehow need. Along Sepic Road in Campo Filipino, Kaili Café feels like that kind of place. Not loud, not trying too hard—just there, waiting for you between errands, like a gentle exhale in the
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Amare la Cucina takes a Filipino turn—still rooted in their signature brick-oven, hand-tossed pizzas, but now opening a new chapter with Pugon by Amare. Tucked in Scout Hill, Camp John Hay, just right across the parking lot (before the log houses subdivision), this new concept quietly introduces itself with something both familiar and reimagined. The
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Food has always been my family’s language of love—rooted in shared meals, quiet rituals, and memories in the kitchen. Through my parents, I learned that food is more than nourishment; it holds care, gratitude, and togetherness.
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Craft 1945 is more than just booze
It is one of Baguio’s old houses built in the 1960s, now beautifully transformed into a Spanish restaurant. Stepping inside feels warm and familiar—like visiting an ancestral home filled with good food and good stories. So, what goes well with craft beer? Read and discover my favorites here!
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Our rainy-day errands brought us to a quiet little refuge in the city—Amare La Cucina PH’s new Amare Caffè. Tucked on the 5th floor of the SLU-SHMC Medical Arts Parking Building, along Assumption Road Extension, it felt like stumbling upon a warm hug in the middle of Baguio’s damp weather. This new space welcomes students,
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There’s a garden in Baguio that feels like it bloomed out of a canvas — and if you haven’t heard of it yet, it’s time you did. 113 Wagner Café isn’t exactly a secret anymore. Since the pandemic, this charming nook has quietly served up lunch and dinner to both locals and lucky tourists who’ve stumbled upon it. But recently, it gave us a whole new reason to fall in love all over again: brunch.
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Love for food and art Panagbenga Festival is in full bloom here in Baguio City, and what better way to celebrate than with a food crawl at SM City Baguio? Come with me as I explore different featured restaurants, capturing the experience not just through flavors but also through urban sketching! Filling breakfast and top-notch
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Nestled in the picturesque city of Baguio, Le Vain is more than just a bakery café; it’s a culinary journey to Korea. Since its establishment in 2017, Le Vain has been delighting locals and visitors alike with its authentic Korean breads, pastries, and savory dishes. Beginnings of Le Vain This quaint Korean Bakery Cafe has
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Happy 18th Anniversary Cupcakes by Sonja! In celebration of Cupcakes by Sonja’s 18th year in the industry, I would like to share here my old blog post about my time in the said company. I uploaded that blog on my old WordPress account last September 21, 2015. I used to work for the company in
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