Monthly Archives: January 2011

Pulled Pork Sandwich by JC Bernardo

By | Foodie, Pork | 4 Comments

We recently discovered that a friend of ours, JC, is now into cooking as a hobby!!  James of course then tried to get as much information and learn from JC.  He always calls JC for advice on how to cook his different meats! He is our new foodie friend! 🙂 So you will be seeing more of JC at Heart2Heart!

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JC’s kitchen 

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I thought this was an antique decor just for display!  It’s an oven which JC really uses 

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JC purchased a boneless pork butt from James and he even showed us how he cooked it!

This is the cooker, a Grill Dome kamado,  that JC uses to cook the pulled pork and he keeps it overnight for 16 hours!  He even wakes up in the middle of the night to check it! JC is willing to cook pork butt for you for a fee 🙂  Please contact JC at 0917-7914593

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He even uses special wood chips to cook the pork 

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JC recommends…. 

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nice pages with colored photos  

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The marinade 

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Here it is!! WOW!! 

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Shredded and ready to be made into a pulled pork sandwich

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Heart2Heart likes the way JC presents his corn  

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Coleslaw to go with the sandwich 

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and good bread 

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Previous entry:  Vande Rose Farms Premium Duroc Pork 

The Boneless Pork Butt used for the pulled pork is not being sold in the supermarket for now

 For orders, please contact:

Weng Atanacio  (9am to 5pm Monday-Friday)

email address:  weng@jaricmarketing.com

 Telephone #:   898-1371 or 76  Mobile #:  09178046875

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Vande Rose Farms Premium Duroc Pork

By | Pork, What's New at Rustan's | 5 Comments

As we appreciate good beef, we are now beginning to appreciate good pork.  James now brings in pork as well from the States under the Vande Rose Farms brand and is now available at Rustan’s Supermarket!

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Exclusively Available at Rustan’s Supermarket Makati, Rockwell and San Antonio Expresslane 

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Shi Lin

By | Foodie, Golden Spoon | One Comment

Of course the Xiao Long Bao loving family heard about Shi Lin, so last year, we went to try it!! 

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We were surprised to find out that the place is owned by the Lorenzana family, the same owners of Office Warehouse!  Our cousin, Marga, is married to a Lorenzana ( Eugene )!  

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Eugene’s brother, Carlo and wife, Anna 

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We were lucky to get a table, we heard that the place is always full!!!! More during lunch time

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That evening, we bumped into Tito Butch and Keith and Angela and kids!!  We came from the same school Christmas program and we had the same idea!!! And thanks to Tito Butch for treating us!!  and most especially for the company! 

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If there is a Hainanese Chicken craze, there seems to be a xiao long bao craze going around as well!! The Xiao Long Bao is very very reasonable! P 108.00 for 6 pcs!! My 3 boys, the xiao long bao eaters, say that it is okay, not quite like Din Tai Fung in terms of size and soupyness, but it is OK already!  You cannot really compare because even the price is so much cheaper.  Though no one yet has the other variety my boys like – the pork and crab roe and for me the black truffles!! 🙂

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After dinner, it was our turn to treat!!  We had our dessert on the ground floor of Podium and had GOLDEN SPOON!!!   

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Heavy Bicycle Loads

By | General Information, Photography | One Comment

On the way down driving  from Baguio, we saw this!!! They were in front of us 

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 I remembered i received this from my friend, Bobby 

Apparently, some people in China have never heard of U-Haul. They are, however, amazingly efficient in the way they pack and move all their inventory on a tiny little bike.

“Manufactured Totems” is a series by Alain Delorme which brilliantly portrays the pressure Shanghainese migrant workers face. Piles of products labeled “Made in China” are stacked up to produce gargantuan sculptures, symbolizing their ever-increasing fetish with objects. The vertical nature of these items echoes the incessant expansion of the urban space – constantly under construction.

Taken from:  http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/heavy-bicycle-loads-10-photos

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Mamma’s Table by Vicky Tinio Clemente

By | Foodie, Travel | 13 Comments

There are so many good reasons to go to Baguio nowadays!

One of the highlights of our Baguio vacation was our dinner at the home of Vicky Clemente! I heard about her from our good friend, Lindy.  What a memorable experience!  

We spent our New Year family celebration here and it was a great idea!

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As we were early, we enjoyed the  Board of dips, pate and bread with our champagne

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You can bring your own wine, which we actually preferred to do 

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Vicky says she has no menu when people ask, because it depends what is in season and what she sees in the market.  She also will not tell you your menu as she wants it to be a surprise!  Heart2Heart loves surprises!!  We all enjoyed our 8 course degustation!!  

Amuse bouche, an intermezzo, Fish course, another intermezzo, meat course, followed by a digestif and then dessert for P 1,250.00 + service charge 

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Vicky went to culinary school ten years ago in the States  

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For kids there is a 5-course meal ( at P 250.00 / person ) so they can enjoy a similar experience plus marshmallows and mini hotdogs to roast in the fireplace.  

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Contact Vicky for reservations and she will give you more information and directions to her place

“With Atleast 2 days notice and minimum of 6 persons, Dine in my home and enjoy view of Cordillera Mountains and our lovely garden”

Cellphone #:  0915-643-8775 ( pls disregard the one below in the business card )

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Sabado’s Handicrafts Baguio City

By | Finds, Travel | 3 Comments

For many years, we have been visiting Sabado’s to look for pieces for our homes.  Whenever in Baguio, we pass by to see what they have.  If ever you see these type of things in Manila, they will probably be 3 times the price!  So you might want to check this out.  They can even deliver to Manila 

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This is Greg, the owner.  He used to have long hair and a beard- now he is clean cut and looking younger 🙂

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 He has rare sizes of wood – i hope you can see the long wooden table leaning on the wall.  It’s one piece of wood and will be made for a table.  It’s sold already so it was set aside  

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Another table top from a single piece of wood – it reaches the roof  

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Then you go down where he has chairs, tables and other pieces of wooden things 

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A bowl made from a tree trunk 

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more bowls 

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Chairs and tables 

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This is the upstairs store 

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New Year New Fashion

By | Fashion, What's New at Rustan's | No Comments

A bright 2011 is up ahead! With the New Year’s celebration also come the latest trend for the season from Rustan’s that will make each style savvy start the year right. 

It is another year to don new fashion as women play with different colors and silhouettes. Classic looks are brightened up and made more glamorous apparent in Halston Heritage’s latest designs. 

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Season after season, the sophisticated gentleman on the other hand prefers the dapper statement. If it is the classic and sleek that men are after, Ermenegildo Zegna’s top notch ensembles make a gentleman out of any chap matched with Vacheron Constantin’s inimitable timepieces that spruces up the look. 

One of the top fashion choices also include a selection of pants from Perry Ellis and Black Label Homme. Hacket also presents its latest collection ranging from pants, long sleeved tops, cardigans and ties. Homegrown brand Faconnable also has shirt designs that can be dressed up and down depending on the occasion. 

Hackett Black Suit

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Hackett Navy Blue Bowtie

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On Marco: Charcoal gray pinstripe pants from Perry Ellis, Blue polka dot tie, navy blue blazer and purple striped long sleeved shirt from Hackett

On Miguel:  Dark gray suit, pants and pocket square from Zegna, Striped long sleeved shirt by Hackett 

Background: gold cone shaped trees, horn wall display, Schott Zwiesel martini glass – all available at Rustans Home Department.

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On Macky:  Suit, pants and tie from Hackett, Purple long sleeved shirt from Faconnable

On Camille:  Black dress from FCUK, Bangle bracelet with diamonds from Gavello. Roberto Coin Fantasia white ring with diamonds and green amethyst, Roberto Coin Cento collection earring with diamonds

Background: Lou Lou Ghost yellow chair from Kartell, gold vase from IVV, Christmas decors (floating) – all available at Rustans Home Department

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On Miguel:  Navy blue suit and pants, blue tie, long sleeved shirt – all from Ermenegildo Zegna

On Stephanie Kienle:  Black and nude dress by Nicole Miller.  Alvorada ring with Onyx and drizzle earrings by Carla Amorim

Background: Silver ice bucket from Regent, wine decanter from RCR, ice cream cup from Italesse, candle holder (floating) – all available at Rustans Home Department 

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On Macky:  Suit and pants from Black Label Homme.  Sweater from Faconnable

On Camille: Sheer beaded drape dress from FCUK.  Gathering earring with clear quartz by Carla Amorim.  Pearl collection ring with brown diamonds by Noah Barcelona

Background: lamp from Kartell, stool with magazine rack from Umbra – all available at Rustans Home Department

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On Stephanie Zubiri:  Dress from FCUK. Alvorada petite earring with onyx, floating ring with clear quartz – both by Carla Amorim

Background: Daphne hall chair in cream available at Rustans Home Department 

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On Marco: Long sleeved shirt by Faconnable, Vacheron Constantin 18K Patrimony watch

On Stephanie Zubiri:  Black dress with red sequins by Nicole Miller, Bracelet with diamonds by Gavello, Roberto Coin Fantasia white ring with diamond and green amethyst

On Stephanie Kienle:  Purple utilitarian dress by from Luna, Roberto Coin ipanema yellow earring with green amethyst, Floating ring with clear quartz by Carla Amorim 

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On Stephanie Kienle: Tube dress by Tadashi Shoji.  Soundtrack ring with clear quartz by Carla Amorim.  Black embellished earrings by Nicole Whisenhut

Background: Step ladder and Lou Lou Ghost yellow chair from Kartell – Available at Rustans Home Department 

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On Stephanie Kienle:  Purple top with multicolored skirt from Luna.  Gold bracelet with embellishments by Nicole Whisenhut.  Green sapphire ring from Yvel

On Stephanie Zubiri: Long black and white printed tube dress from Laundry. Lia collection ring with white diamonds. Black earrings with embellishments by Nicole Whisenhut 

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Renowned brand Nicole Miller gets every woman ready for the evening like their black and nude dress design that speaks of sophistication

 

alongside Tadashi Shoji’s play on metallic colors perfect for cocktails. For a more relaxed cocktail look for intimate gatherings, Laundry’s play on a myriad of colors and patterns make them a top choice like their stunning black and white tube dress that carries a design pattern to make a statement. The red carpet look requires the intricacy of Roberto Coin’s Cento and Fantasia collections with their exclusive jewelry design and play on precious stones and diamonds. A more subtle approach on the other hand is Noah Barcelona’s diamond designs that complete a classic look.

Luna’s pieces then again are made easy to mix and match like the multicolored skirt paired with a basic purple top for a fancy night out. And even in simplicity, any lady can catch attention donning dresses from FCUK. Their form fitting cuts are flattering with subtle accents that make it more elegant. Accents to complete each look range Carla Amorim’s elaborate designs or Nicole Whisenhunt’s one-of-a-kind pieces to match any fashion statement.  

Carlo Fellini Satin Black Clutch with Gold Embellish 

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 Fendi Mia Agnello bag

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DVF Luna heels 

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 DVF Isis heels

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 Nicole Miller Silver evening bag with fringe detail

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Nicole Miller embellished Black Clutch with Chain and Stones 

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Magnanni Belmont black leather driving shoes 

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Magnanni Belmont brown leather shoes 

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Nicole Weisenhunt Large feather pattern bead earrings 

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Perry Ellis Portfolio Silver Tie 

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Jean-Louis Scherrer Tie Clip Cuff Links 

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Prima Peacock Crystal Minaudiere 

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Prima Champagne Crystal Minaudiere 

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FCUK Strapless Dress 

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FCUK Stud Pleat Belt 

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Nicole Weisenhunt Turqoise and Gold bib 

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 Let’s ring in the New Year loud, proud and chic only with the world’s latest trends exclusively at Rustan’s!

 

All brands mentioned are available at Rustan’s Department Stores. Rustan’s Makati (813-3739) Rustan’s Shangri-La (6334636 or 50) Rustan’s Gateway (9112401) Rustan’s Alabang Town Center (8505532) Rustan’s Cebu

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