More Fun, Food at the 6th Edition of PHL Harvest

Calling all foodies and gastronomes, the Philippine Harvest just got bigger and better!

Now on its 6^th edition, the three-day food and agri-trade fair boasts of a wide selection of products and produce that will surely be a delight to the palate. A joint project of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the SSI Group, Inc., the Philippine Harvest features sustainable farm tourism products.

“Conventionally, our cities and provinces become known because of their tourist destinations. But through the Philippine Harvest, we hope to show our travelers that artisanal products, organic produce, and even the farmers who   produced these indigenous products can add prestige to these destinations.  This goes hand in hand with our advocacy   of promoting responsible and sustainable tourism,” enthused DOT Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat.

Some 50 exhibitors will be featured in this edition with products ranging from assorted vegan desserts, coffee, “taho”, wild forest honey, artisanal cheese, crunchy garlic, meat and fish products and even salted egg, among others.

Locally produced materials such as handbags, health/beauty products and bamboo “utensils will also be available.

"This will be a perfect opportunity to showcase the distinct flavors of the Philippines all in one place for three delectable days. And I hope that this quarterly feature will bring Philippine culinary tourism much closer to our people’s attention," Romulo-Puyat added.

The Philippine Harvest is open to the public free-of-charge from August 30 to September 1, 2019 (Friday to Sunday) from 11 AM to 10 PM at the Central Square in Bonifacio Global City.

Lumpia Cooking Made Special with Jolly Claro

When it comes to frying, I take scrupulous care in the kind of oil I use.  For one, most commercial oils are derived from a lot of processing and at times are laden with Omega-6 fatty acid. Too much omega-6 fatty acids can cause inflammation, clogged arteries, heart disease and an increased risk of cancer.  So I make sure that the cooking oil I use has the right balance between Omega 6 and Omega 3.  Omega-3s, on the other hand, are essential fatty acids that play important roles in your body and may provide a number of health benefits.

Resorts World Manila Marks First Decade with Everything Grand

Last night, together with many other guests, I have experienced a grand spectacle of treats announced for Resorts World enthusiasts and clients. Considering how fast they have expanded, there's no reqson why we can't get excited.

We took some time to look back in 2009, were we, Filipinos, experienced a new kind of thrill as Resorts World Manila (RWM) introduced the new concept of integrated resorts in the country. This August, RWM marks its first decade milestone in the industry with a grand celebration across all its world-class segments.  It was attended by the top officials of the different hotels that make up RWM community, media and other VIP's were also amongst the crowd.

Instant Pot Monggo Curry

Our family loves curry dishes, in all sorts, may it be Japanese, Filipino style or the strong and pungent Indian type.  That said we also love beans of all sorts, lentils, white and black kidney beans and of course mongo or "munggo" in Filiipino (also mung beans).

I've been meaning to put my Instant Pot to test with cooking mongo beans the easiest way.  My  mother-in-law cooks her mongo in the pressure cooker, setting cooking time half the usual.  Typically, when cooking mongo like any other beans, you have to soak it overnight, then cook it in the pot, before adding to the dish.

7-Eleven launches its first ever City Blends Café in Bonifacio Global City

7-Eleven celebrated the #711Day with the grand opening of its first ever City Blends Café in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City

This rainy season calls for a steaming cup of your favorite brew or ice-cold blend, so sit back at your new favorite spot...

Last July 11, 7-Eleven celebrated #711Day with the grand opening of its first ever City Blends Café in Bonifacio Technology Center in BGC. The store is the first home of the newest Nitro Coffee and Nitro Tea that will surely be part of your 7-Eleven roster of favorites!

#QuakerDeliciousMornings Giveaway + A Coffee Date in BGC

I'm really into connecting with  my followers and learning how to be more of help to anyone who might need some information about something, for instance, about making mornings delish and healthy.

Do check out my previous post on that.

https://www.gastronomybyjoy.com/2019/07/quakerdeliciousmornings-with-alex.html

So, I will be giving away more items I've been getting from blogging.

In this particular #Giveaway, one lucky follower (blog, IG, FB) will receive a special gift pack from #QuakerOatsPhilippines and will get to meet me over a coffee date at my my favorite Japanese coffee shop in Serendra - Motto Motto.  Date of the coffee meet up will be upon my discretion.

Here's what you will be getting:

1 800g Quick-Cooking Oatmeal
1 500g Instant Oat in Banana and Honey Flavor

Plus a special  secret prize. (GC)

To win these, enter the Rafflecopter below and follow what it suggests you to do.


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Good luck!

#QuakerDeliciousMornings with Alex Gonzaga

Quaker Instant Oatmeal have been known to make our mornings easy and hassle-free with their line of flavored oatmeal (or the original unflavored).  When days needed to be attended too so quickly as if time is not enough to fulfill every to-do list, comes Quaker to the rescue.

Dive into Harbour City’s interactive Toy StoryTakeover Until August 4

Excited for Toy Story 4? Experience the return of your favorite characters in a whole new way as Harbour City brings the beloved franchise to life between June 29 and August 4, 2019.

Harbour City Hong Kong is the perfect place to celebrate the release of Toy Story 4, with plenty of space to explore and enjoy the immersive experience. It is home to a wide array of unique and exclusive finds, from fashion and beauty to art and special interest stores.

Hakata Ton-Ichi Dishes Up Affordable Yet #EssentialRamen

On certain occasion, slurping your food is encouraged, even when the tita in you says listen to your values teacher when she says eat quietly, lady-like, so no slurping.  Japanese slurps their noodles like it's a must.  According to ramen chefs, when you slurp, you inhale the aroma of the soup and noodles while the taste explodes in your mouth. This is because humans detect taste not just on the taste buds but also through sense of smell, hence, slurping.  It is the best way to combine these two, especially when one feasts on bowls of ramen.


Let the ramen-slurping begin!

Of Recreation and Fete at Sariwon's 7th Anniversary Plus A New Premium Beef Barbecue Menu

Photo by Shiela Catilo

One of the best thing that happened to our family last year was a tour around the famous places in Seoul, South Korea.  The highlight of that tour was for all six of us to wear Hanbok, so I did put my husband and eldest son up to the challenge, for they too had donned the traditional Korean clothes which we rented out from one of the stores in Bukchon Village.

Hanbok-wearing is part of the cultural experience when visiting Korea.  It is worn by Koreans during special occasions and holidays.  So I made sure we get that ticked off on our must-try list.  It was a dream come true for me and my three girls to walk along the alleys of Bukchon Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace sporting the colorful clothes, however, what we missed was to dine over Korean BBQ on them.

Till Sariwon's 7th Anniversary.