It was good to see you even for awhile during your stay in Manila….we will miss you again but will see you soon!!!! Safe trip back to the Big Apple!
Thanks to Tito Ralph or preparing a grand buffet ….YUMMY!!!
After dinner, we all had back massages c/o Ton Ton Massage from across the street, the masseurs came over….Wow!! We should have done this all night! 🙂
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Thanks to Pael and Yvonne for organizing a dinner to celebrate the December and January celebrants. It was a fun evening with the gang!!!
December 12
December 18
January 20
January 30
Our gracious hosts Pael and Yvonne, thank you for a wonderful celebration
The rest of the gang………Ronnie and Lau
Too relaxed? Ronnie came in jeans then had his slippers and shorts brought over when he realized we were sitting on the floor. For that he deserves another photo 🙂
Anto
Bulgin
James and Rica
Our dinner……
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Results of a blind tasting for sparkling wines and Champagne held in Germany for news magazine ‘”Stern” reveal that something great need not be expensive.
The Grand Cuvee 1531 Crémant was voted 6th, just behind Bollinger, even surpassed Veuve Clicquot, Piper-Heidsieck and Louie Roederer in elegance and class.
Grande Cuvee 1531
Aimery Cremant de Limoux Brut
P 650.00
La Bulle de Limoux Cremant de Limoux – Brut
P 750.00
La Bulle de Limoux Cremant de Limoux – Demi Sec
P 750.00
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Nothing is more precious than a Bundle of Joy. 2007 seems to have been a fruitful year! With two sets of twins!!!
Heart2Heart pays tribute to the GIFT OF LIFE! The MIRACLE OF LIFE!
Tatyana Inez “Taty”, January 8, by Jun Jun and Margs
Christiana Joy ” Tiana”, January 22 by Ned and Janet
Pablo Sebastian “Xevi”, March 20, by Paolo and Katrina
Felix Krisztian, Switzerland, March 27 by Stephan and Angela
Luis Emmanuel and Ariana Luisa, April 22, by John and Keena
Rocio Carlos, May 20, by Raul and Jeanne 
Alessandro Luis “Sandro”, June 25, by Anthony and Ana
Joaquin Nicolas, July 29, by Jack and Margie
Chloe Dominique, August 8, by Noel and Ginggay
Gabriel Martin, Singapore, August 28, by Bryan and Dinggay
Emilio Gabriel, October 5, by Lauro and Grace
Kian Thomas and Keith Stevens, Singapore, October 30 by Kirk and Joanne
Maria Zoelli ” Zoe”, November 18 by Gippy and Hindy
Victoria ” Coco”, Canada, November 19 by Derek and Lally
Alessandro Javier “Sandro”, USA, Dec. 1, by Jay and Bambee
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I discovered a great idea from my good friend, Rina. She served a tuna dip with some small bits of bread, it was not a crostini or a melba toast……..it was BREAD PAN by Oishi!
One 45 gram pack costs P 5.75 and the 26 gram pack costs only P 3.50. Definitely much cheaper than the crostinis you buy packed and much easier than making your own homemade version. My kids love eating it as a snack even before I discovered what it could be used for other than just a snack. It is very good with any kind of dip or spread. It comes in three different flavors: Buttered Toast, Cheese and Onion and Toasted Garlic
I saw something similar in Wellcome convenience store in Hong Kong under the Meiji brand ( japanese brand) but it costs HK$ 9.50 which is around P 60.00. I did not buy it so I was not able to taste it but the photo looked just like Bread Pan.
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Stories on Philippine Art: Filipiniana As Couture with Patis Tesoro
Date: 26 January 2008, Staurday
Time: 2-4 pm
Fees: Php 50.00 for students; PhP 100.00 for Museum Foundation
members; PhP 150.00 for non-Museum Foundation members
Contact persons: Fanny San Pedro (6312417) or Elvie Magpayo (4042685)
E-mail: pezseum@skyinet.
In the context of today’s globalized and wired world, success in asserting the indigenous in terms of materials used as well as the sensibility displayed in Philippine textiles continue to inspire.
One of the pioneers in such endeavors is Ms Patis Tesoro. Discovering that weaving of indigenous fabrics was in decline, Ms Tesoro sought to stem the tide by enhancing the fabrics’ competitiveness. Various blends and use of natural dyes provided relatively inexpensive alternatives, and Ms Tesoro’s innovative designs enabled people ot see Filipiniana in a new light. The talk jointly sponsored by the Lopez Memorial Museum and the Museum
Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. will be on January 26, Saturday, 2-4 pm, at the Lopez Memorial Museum.
Ms Patis Tesoro’s interpretation and adaptation of the Filipiniana to current fashion trends has earned for her a Parangal ng Bayan award from the Ateneo University, the Dakilang Pilipina award for Fashion from the Caloocan Jaycees, and th TOWNS award in 1992.
The Stories on Philippine Art lecture series aims to create more awareness of various personalities, art forms and practices in the country. For more information and for reservations, call 6312417 or 4042685 or email at pezseum@skyinet.
For some reason, the kids wanted a French bulldog and they were trying to convince us to get them one. About two weeks ago, we actually went to Binondo to visit a kennel. Thanks to Dinky, Dondi and Dino for always advicing us on almost anything… This was the one they were eyeing……
There were many other frenchies, here is another one….. 
The kennel not only had french bulldogs but they had Basset Hounds ( Hush puppies) …it was my first time to see hush puppies in person and did not realize how big they were compared to the photos. 
This is Andrew and his daughter, owner of the kennel. It’s always interesting to meet people with different kinds of hobbies and businesses…
Owning a dog is like having another member of the family, it deserves the attention, care and love of its parents. So, it is important that the family is ready to take on this responsibility…maybe later on 🙂 But for those that are expert pet owners, having a frenchie seems like a good idea…give Andrew or Kim a call.
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FINALLY!!!! Heart2Heart is happy to announce that Markus Gfeller has opened a new restaurant concept….CAV. Markus was one of the pioneers in the country for fine dining and starting the trend of hip restaurant concepts.Location is perfect because it has its own access to the street and it is away form the Serendra madness yet you are still at Fort Bonifacio. It is peaceful and quiet and is just perfect to have a nice dining experience. It is right across NIKE and right beside The SPA.Cav had just started offering lunch though they are still on soft opening. But everything went well and the food was just as expected…delicious and a great dining experience! MORE POWER TO CAV and to MARKUS!
As you enter, the first thing you see are the wine dispensers. What an interesting concept! Markus explained that he wants to introduce everyone to the wine experience…you do not have to be a wine connoiseur to appreciate wine. With this concept, anyone can taste the wines by selecting the sampling portion, or get a half glass portion or a whole glass. You can go back and forth and try the many wines in the dispensers.
Behind this high tech gadget is a wine cellar for the more serious wine drinkers.
In front of the restaurant is the CAFE which is all day dining. Wi Fi is available so you can hang out and surf while drinking a cup of coffee, having a snack or drinking different kinds of wines throughout the day. The menu is different from the main dining. We still need to go back to try this..definitely looks YUMMY!!!!
We then went to the main dining where we had made our reservation. I wanted to treat my good friend Michele to something special so I made sure that we had the full course…. Beautiful interiors by Noel Bernardo, same designer for East Cafe at Rustan’s and Elbert’s Steak Room
a unique effect on the ceiling, creating that wood effect
and a peek at the kitchen…………
And finally, our special table, I say it is special because it was actually my favorite spot when I entered the restaurant… perfect for the two princesses having a friend’s lunch 🙂
And finally, the main event… our four course lunch….. which was just PERFECT! EVERYTHING was delicious!!
First course: Heart of Baby Romaine with Jamon Crisps, Caper Bellies and Truffle Aioli
Young Arugula salad with Watermelon and Tomato Confit and Parmesan Crisp
Foie Gras Brulee ( WOW!! first time to try this and it was really good!!! Will try my luck to order it alone next time ) and Seared Foie Gras on Melon Cucumber Carpaccio, Vanilla Bean dressing
Second Course: Basil Gazpacho with Jamon Croquettas
Salmon Pastrami with Pistou and Sweet Corn Emulsion
Main Course: Chilean Sea Bass with Cannelini Bean Confit, Pumpkin Juice and Aligui Bisque
French Duck Magret on Shiitake Risotto with Asparagus and Rasin-Caper Essence
Variation on Lamb- Charlotte and Chop with Soft Cheese Polenta and Ratatouille
Fourth Course: Yoghurt Pannacota with Fresh Fruit Minnestrone
Glazed Cinnamon Apple Galette-not in the Dining menu but in the Cafe menu – make sure you order this!!!!!!! One of my Mom’s favorites!!!
Valrhona Chocolate Souffle with Grand Marnier Strawberry float
Dayap Curd on Pistacchio crust with Dark Chocolate Sorbet
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