A Taste of Europe In Your Own Home

Catered Comfort by Brian Garcia

Lifestyle Section pp.C1,C2 21 February 2013 Manila Bulletin It seemed like any other get-together. The house was filled with lively chatter and laughter, while friends and family members continue to arrive. There was, however, something different in the air that night. Something special was brewing and the chef in charge made sure that it would be an exquisite experience for …


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What makes you happy?

For everyday that I meet new people, I realize even more that I love my work. Putting a smile on strangers face just by the food I create is in itself my reward. Who gets to do that on a daily basis? Sometimes really, the joys in life are really simple to me now. Fresh flowers, a steaming cup of …


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Churros, anyone?

The first 10seconds that its laid on the table, it’s wiped out. I never really thought this dessert could create such a stir. There must really be something about chocolate and fried food. Combining the two is only justified. Due to insistent demands, it is officially included in our list of special desserts. Its not your typical churros where choux …


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My Love Affair with Paella

I learned that making Paella isn”t as elusive as others say it is. It”s not complicated. It’s not a dish that is hard to come by. It’s not difficult to prepare. It’s not the heavy dish people always believed it to be, using sticky rice and smothered in tomato sauce. The list goes on.   Authentic Spanish Paella is cooked …


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From Spain with Love

  Ah Spain! What a glorious country to behold. As I stepped into the city to admire the richness of my surroundings, one thing and only one thing preoccupied my mind—food. As always, my quest for Paella was on the top of my list.   My notion of paella has been this one pot dish of seafood goodness. I remember …