This was our viand a few weeks ago and I decided to share it with everyone in case one of you would like to try this at home. This is a very simple dish that would only take about 10-15 minutes to prepare. Of course, cooking time is not included in that 15 minutes. It would probably take another 30-45 minutes for the fish to be cooked.
I'm not sure if my mom had learned this version of inihaw/turbong bangus in one of her friends or had tried it in a restaurant. But this one is not your ordinary grilled milkfish. First of all, it's not grilled it was cooked using a Turbo Broiler. Also, it wasn't wrapped in a banana leaf just aluminum foil (although I think it would taste better if my mom had used a banana leaf instead). What made this dish extra special is the salted egg added in it and also the green pepper. I may say that the salted eggs and pepper blended well with the tomatoes, ginger and onions.
It was like eating red egg salad and grilled fish all at the same time. As I've stated earlier, this is a very easy dish, all you need for the filling are tomatoes, ginger, onions, soy sauce, green pepper and salted eggs. Just mix them all together and put the mixture inside the fish. Wrap it with a banana leaf and/or foil and presto, it's ready to be grilled.
I'm currently on a bus on my way home while writing this post. I hope it won't be traffic as I still need to pack my things and get up early tomorrow. It's our planning session and I hope everything will go smoothly. I'm not that excited, but I definitely need this. A break from the real world, I need to think things through carefully to avoid regrets in the future. The decision I'm about to make will be very hard and if I decide to do the right thing I'll be losing a very good friend. At least, that's how I want to consider him, even though I know I'm just another girl in his life. I hope once I make my decision, I'll be able to get though this unscathed. It would take a lot of courage and pain to let this go. I'm really having a hard time writing this post as I don't want others reading what I'm writing about. Good thing is I'm one of those who aren't blessed to have a legible penmanship. Well, I guess my poor handwriting has its advantage after all. :) Anyway, I just want to share what happened earlier while I was on a jeepney. An old man sneezed so loud that the lady beside me jumped to her feet to her surprise. :) It was really hard to keep a straight face as I don't want to embarrass the girl and the old man. It was just really funny. :)
Tonight I'm inspired. A lot of things had happened in the past couple of months, some good, some bad. Some make me want to regret them, but I know I shouldn't. I chose to experience those things and somehow it helped me realize a lot of things about life, about myself. It's funny how a simple movie can make my life change.
The song that's currently playing at this very moment suits me perfectly (Stupid In Love). Yes, I had been stupid in love and I'm not proud of it. Well, I'm just glad that I'm not the only one who is stupid. A lot of people are or somehow did stupid things for love. But that doesn't mean we are really stupid. I had been stupid in love or at least that's what I think, felt. Still, I don't want to consider myself stupid since I now know what my worth is. I may be dumb but I'm no longer stupid - a line from Rihanna's song. I just hope somehow this person will also see my worth, his worth and come to realize what he really wants in life. I'm just glad I learned early and avoid any more damage if we continue this crazy relationship.
Starting today, I'll think of my welfare first and not of other people. It's time to enjoy my life the way I want it. I won't allow people to push me and take advantage of me. I'm not the kindest person but sometimes we need to teach other people a lesson they'll never forget. It's not to humiliate or hurt them, but more of to help them. Although most of people won't see that as many are very close minded. Today, I need to get rid of the excess baggage I've been carrying. I'm not sure how long I can stand this but I'll try my very best.
Sometimes we need to be a bitch to send people a message that they cannot just mess around with us, even if that means hurting their feelings. It's because it is the reality. You can never say you lived your life without experiencing pain or loss. It's all part of growing up, of learning about ourselves more deeply. Most of us are so afraid of hurting people, of what others might think or say about us. If we choose to live that way, we can never be truly happy. We'll all be in the dark forever.
So, I was craving for bagnet and found myself succumbing to this deep fried crispy pork belly one Friday afternoon. This dish originated from Vigan, the place where Hispanic towns and European architecture were carefully preserved. A place I want to visit really soon. :) Anyway, I was always curious about bagnet and when a friend of mine mentioned about this great bagnet place in Makati, I instantly asked Mr. Google about it. The place is 8065 Bagnet situated in Estrella St. San Antonio Village Makati City. According to my research, the restaurant was owned by Kitchie Nadal's (Filipino singer & songwriter- for those who dont know her) brother. Aside from their scrumptious bagnet, they also offer great cinamon roll which we really enjoyed. Although, I guess the cinammon roll would taste better if it was eaten there, since I bought mine for take out. But still, it tastes heavenly.
There are several variety of bagnet to choose from at 8065 Bagnet. I ordered Spicy Ginataang Bagnet while my officemates ordered, sisig bagnet, dinuguang bagnet, kare kareng banget and binagoongang bagnet. I tasted them all! haha! I think my favorite is sisig bagnet, although all of them are delectable. My comment on their spicy ginataang bagnet is that I wish they make it spicier and the gata a little less sweeter. Nevertheless, I'd still recommend it. :) Will I go back to this place? Definitely a BIG YES! And next time, I'll make sure I have all the time in the world to enjoy it. The first time I was there, I guess it only took me 10 minutes to finish my food as we were already late for work. Till' my next visit! :) BTW, it's their spicy ginataang bagnet and dinuguang bagnet on the picture.
The main reason why this blog was created is to break free from boredom. Now that is exactly what I’m doing. Glad I found something entertaining to do here in the office and that is to answer this very easy Spot the difference game from Finance and Accounting dept. Although it only costs me about 2 minutes to find them all, the interruption was very welcoming. Now I’m stuck here again bored big time! So what to do? I really have no idea! Can’t check my facebook and twitter account since social networking sites are blocked here in the office. Talk about KILL JOY!!The only thing I can think of to wake up from this lethargic state is to drink some coffee.But too bad, I’m too lazy to stand and fix myself a cup of coffee. I often wonder what other people do when they are bored??? Since I’m too sluggish, I can’t even think of anything to write in here. So now you know what happens next……Another unfinished post!Hahaha! Till next time! J
Interesting song and yes it happens in real life. I'm not really a huge fan of Sponge Cola, but I do love a couple of their songs. My sudden interest and love for this band was due to a friend's influence and I might say, I'm glad he did. Anyway, the release of this song was just on time as I was suffering with the same dilemma. Although we are not yet a couple and just starting to get to know each other, but still, there is a big chance that a romantic relationship might build up. Anyway, it is indeed AWKWARD, especially if the person is a good friend.
Now, let's talk about the song itself. Funny lyrics as always with Chito Miranda. Short but meaningful song. :) Kudos to Sponge Cola and Chito Miranda! Another hit! Hope to see you again at 70's Bistro. :)
Wala
pa ‘tong lyrics kase hindi pa ‘to nasusulutan
Kahit
na ano namang ilagay mo papasok yan
Meron
lang akong surprise sa’yo at ayokong mawala ang friendship mo
Tsong
ano namang ikagagalit ko (Wo-oh-oh-oh, wo-oh-oh-oh)
Girlfriend
ko na’ng ex-girlfriend mo
Teka
lang medyo awkward ‘to
Girlfriend
ko na’ng ex-girlfriend mo
Sa’yo
na lang ex-girlfriend ko
Let me
recollect my thoughts, please
Pano nga
ba ‘to nangyari
Sa dami
ng isda sa dagat, bakit siya pa ang ‘yong napili
Pare
teka lang hindi siya fish
That is
just a figure of speech
I resent kasi your idiom (Wo-oh-oh-oh, wo-oh-oh-oh)
Girlfriend
ko na’ng ex-girlfriend mo
Teka
lang medyo awkward ‘to
Girlfriend
ko na’ng ex-girlfriend mo
Sa’yo
na lang ex-girlfriend ko
Girlfriend
ko na’ng ex-girlfriend mo
Teka
lang medyo awkward ‘to
Girlfriend mo na’ng ex-girlfriend ko
E di sa’yo
na lang ex-girlfriend ko
Señorita,
Posporo, La Mesa Dam
Random
Spanish words like Antonio Banderas
Met up with her in cantina (It's about you girl) Had 6 to 9 margaritas I was there shorty had a familiar face And it was on his neck His hands are on her neck His hands on her waist Trying to restrain her but no She was having her way and She took a ride on his spaceship on the basement Wait Blame it on the alcohol Things in the dam was so vulnerable and out of control She could have been anyone's ex It was random y'all But it's a small world after all And right now, well.. It's about you girl, It's just about you girl It's about you girl, It's just about you girl
The first line of this song perfectly describes the weather today. "Sunday morning rain is falling". So what do you usually do in this kind of weather? It definitely feels good to share some skin and cuddle under the covers. :) Time to relax and spend some time with family and loved ones. Here's the lyrics so you can sing along while chilling in this cold rainy Sunday. Enjoy and have a great weekend!
SUNDAY MORNING
by Maroon 5
Sunday morning, rain is falling
Steal some covers, share some skin
Clouds are shrouding us in moments unforgettable
You twist to fit the mold that I am in
But things just get so crazy, living life gets hard to do
And I would gladly hit the road, get up and go if I knew
That someday it would lead me back to you
That someday it would lead me back to you
[Chorus]
That may be all I need
In darkness, she is all I see
Come and rest your bones with me
Driving slow on Sunday morning
And I never want to leave
Fingers trace your every outline
Paint a picture with my hands
Back and forth we sway like branches in a storm
Change the weather, still together when it ends
[Chorus]
But things just get so crazy, living life gets hard to do
Sunday morning, rain is falling and I'm calling out to you
Singing, "Someday it'll bring me back to you."
Find a way to bring myself back home to you
[Chorus]
P.S.
It's Sunday here, but the date above tells otherwise. :)
