Is it hot in here or is it just me?

Manila has been the target of the sun for the longest time since I can remember.

It has been hot to the point that people are complaining each and every day how scorching the weather is.

Plus, some are also saying that it's significantly hotter with each day that passes by.

It is said to hit at 39 degrees celsius, more than the body's ideal temperature. Which is significantly higher.

Since then, friends have been getting sick, a relative died and utility bills skyrocketed to an all time high due to extensive baths and aircon usage.

Stay safe people and drink water always when going out.

(Doing the rain dance might help too.)

Get that grill going!

Some people have preferences on how their food is prepared. Some like it fried, boiled, steamed, and etc.

I like it sizzling over an open flame or roasting on a bed of hot charcoal.

When I first tasted Inihaw na Liempo (Grilled Pork Belly) when I was just a little glutton, the taste lingered on my tongue for the longest time. The mixture of greasy meat, smoky linings and charcoal-infused burnt ends were just perfect for my palate.

oh sweet indulgence

Ever since then, I had an affinity for grilled meats and the like. You would always see me in a turo-turo ordering their grilled items especially pork. And my mom will always oblige, because to her, it's a healthier alternative to my usual cravings for deep fried food such as chicken and breaded porkchops.

Also, I'm a big fan of street grilled meats like Isaw (Chicken Intestines), Adidas (Chicken Feet) Tainga (Pig Ears) and Betamax (Blood clumps)

mmmm... b-meggy.....

you can still taste the feeds!

A vampire's pica-pica

There are pros to eating grilled meats such as:

1. The fact that it's cooked over an open flame will rid some of the excess fat building up on the meat itself.

2. It's cheaper to buy charcoal nowadays rather than refilling a 13 lbs. LPG tank

3. It gives off a flavor unlike any fried, steamed or boiled food item, the smoky factor adds to the experience.

4. You can control the rate of done-ness in the food that you are cooking, from rare to well done.

and while there are pros, there are also cons,

1. Cooking over an open flame will result in smoke and unhealthy carbon monoxide gas releases.

2. Grilling is always an outdoor activity, so rainy days are always a grill-blocker.

3. Some burnt sides can trigger carcinogenic properties.

That is why I always take it serious when it comes to grilling. I take extra precaution to prevent any cons from popping up so that I and other people will have an experience unlike any other when I grill their food.

What are you waiting for? Get that grill going!

Back from a lazy hiatus..

Hello all,

I apologize for the inactivity from updating this blog.

A mixture of work, play and laziness prolonged any thoughts this author wished to impart with the readers.

Now i'm back,  BIGGER (definitely) and better than before.

Thank you!

Relaxation from a number of pixels

Every one who's known me, or took the time to dabble and spend time on my Facebook, Twitter or Instagram accounts knows that I like to post pictures that insinuate the inner laughter residing inside us.

Ok, Mr. Jim Carrey. Whatever you say

Everyone needs a good laugh once in a while. Scientifically, in fact, laughter has some pretty nice benefits that can help the body like:

1. Laughter boosts the immune system.

2. Laughter helps relieve pain of any sort. (Emotionally, physically, mentally etc.)

3. Laughter helps you lose weight (if that really helps, make me laugh people.)

4. Laughter lowers your blood pressure

...and many more.

Noice.

So, you can say, i'm your online therapist of some sort, I may not have a degree, but I can help you nonetheless. Whoever, wherever and whatever you may be doing, just know that a little laugh is maybe all you need to get out of that depression, sickness and what miserable feeling that is bugging you right now.

Go on, laugh your heart out.

It might save your life. :)

Cravings = Temptation

Come on..

I know you want this too.

When your mom told you not to draw on the wall...

Apparently, I never listen too much. Watch out, we have a badass over here. No talent, just good at copying stuff.

Meet Oprah!

Look at THAT face.

She's our Labrador Mix baby. You can tell on how she's accustomed to being carried around. But don't let this fool ya. She can be a handful.