Panna Cotta is an Italian Dessert which means “cooked cream” according to wiki, the free encyclopedia.

Whenever we dine out especially at Italian restaurants I make sure I have room for dessert especially for Panna Cotta. So far there are only two restaurants in Makati that I love their Panna Cotta; Nielsens at Manila Peninsula and Carpaccio Ristorante in Yakal St.. I love their Panna Cotta simply because the texture and taste is perfect for me.

That is the challenge of making the Panna Cotta, achieving the perfect blend of cream, milk, and gelatin making it not too soft and not too hard.

By Valerie Tort

Crepe is a break in the routine of a fast food nation since it is easy to prepare and quick to cook. Crepe is also a versatile choice for diners who wanted to try something new most of the time.

Making crepes can utilize those leftovers in the refrigerator and transform them into another dish. Crepes vary according to their fillings. Fillings may be a dessert-like treat glazed with caramel, chocolate, or your choice of sauce or a sumptuous savory lunch/dinner packed with protein-rich meat and vegetables.

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by Valerie Tort

Bibingka is one of the local terms used to describe Filipino rice cakes. The Filipino specialty can be eaten for breakfast or for merienda. Bibingka Royale is a soft, fluffy, and cake-like dessert with a slight sticky texture unlike the traditional bibingka made from glutinous rice topped with coco jam.

No need to wait for the Christmas songs to play and the well-lit lanterns to be displayed in front of the village houses to have a taste of Bibingka Royale. Even beginners can prepare and cook Bibingka Royale at the comfort of their homes without the hassle.

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Tofu, or bean curd, tokwa to Pinoys, is a big part of Filipino and Asian cooking, particularly in Japanese and Chinese cuisine.

One particular and very simple way to cook tofu is to smother it with bread crumbs and deep fried. Breaded Tofu with accompanying sauce is great for appetizers, pulutan, and good enough to eat with rice for a full meal.

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On May 13 we will be celebrating Mother’s Day-one special occassion for one special person– our Mom. Every year I look forward to Mother’s day because on this day, my Nanay would always cook special menu for the family.

This year, my sister told me if we can cook for Nanay this time, instead of her cooking for us. I thought it’s a good idea and so i browse on recipe books and found this two simple recipe for Nanay that we’ll cook on Mother’s Day. Since mom, loves Pinoy food, we chose to cook for her Pinoy recipe with a twist.

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Wondering what to give your special someone this Valentine’s Day? Why not some Valentine dessert goodies?

If you ask me nothing says ‘I love you’ like homemade sweets that you have labored over just so you can make your Valentine gift truly a work of love. One fine suggestion is baking a Valentine chocolate cookie or a delectable Valentine dessert. Follow the old saying that the way to your partner’s heart is through their stomach.

Ponder on these simple yet mouth-waterring Valentine recipes:

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