TAWILIS: A Good Breakfast Treat

If there's one thing that this pandemic has done, it's that the entrepreneurial spirit of the Filipino actually surfaced. Tons of businesses left and right, to survive, we had to resort of many ways to earn a living. This includes services, products, even food, which all remind us of our humble beginnings.

 Now I loved staying in Tagaytay city. Whenever we stay there, our relatives remind us how welcome we are each time we visit. In the morning, I always wait eagerly for breakfast which includes toast, rice, ham, bacon and eggs, plus my favorite the super crispy fried Tawilis. The pandemic had us all confined in the city and think twice about going out of Metro Manila. While I wanted a taste of good breakfast in Tagaytay, it was a bit impossible as Tawilis was pretty much sourced only in Taal Lake.

Lo and behold, our friends heard our wishes. There actually exists DRIED TAWILIS. I was so ecstatic that something like this is available in Metro Manila. During breakfast the next day, I lightly toasted this over hot canola oil and I was overly careful not to do it too long as it might burn. I also sprinkled a little sugar just like how I cook my dilis. And voila! You now have your own Crispy Dried Tawilis at home. Since this is Tawilis, it's not overly salty because it comes from fresh water. 

What's good is that one packet of these actually can feed a bout 3 or 4 people. It looked quite small with the packaging but when you fry and take it out, it's enough to feed a small family. Now imagine having this with fresh sliced tomatoes, onions and salted egg... ugh... I know right? Well don't fret because it's actually easy to order from them. Just call Kuya Nic's via 0995 3336670. He's doing this also to help a business in Tagaytay that was heavily hit during Taal Volcano's eruption a few months ago and of course they typhoon.

 You'll love this good breakfast treat, I'm sharing it so you too can help businesses thrive during the pandemic. 

Cheers!

Jose Mari Chan and Nico Bolzico in Crazy Collab to Double the Holiday

The year has been crazy and what better way to do even crazier but by putting the cherry on top, a crazy collaboration between Father Christmas Jose Mari Chan and the crazy man from South America Nico Bolzico.

They call it “Remix in Our Hearts” and yes, it's all unpredictable as they say. They got together courtesy of Lay's. For those who don't know, Lay's Chips has been extra visible nowadays in groceries, convenience stores. I still get mine in the large bags because the small ones don't match the big boy LOL. 

Anyway, it's pretty hard to describe this all so I'm doing the best thing next to sliced bread. I'm putting the video below so you can see for yourself how crazy this is.

Now I'm sure Jose Mari Chan and Nico Bolzico made your Christmas a little bearable. Just like them, you too can double the holiday flavor + double up on the #LaysOnHolidays with the new Lay’s Duo Packs. Now you can have your potato chip fix and enjoy them in different flavors, I prefer the Classic, but can always mix and match with the Barbecue, Sour Cream and Onion, and Cheddar and Sour Cream flavors. Now with the duo pack, I can have it all in one sitting or just enjoy a bag if I'm already full. Imagine the things you can do now online, or perhaps if you have friends and family at home, snack up and double up, make this year still memorable. 2021 is not far behind so let's make this month count.

This only costs Php246 (Buy 2, save Php40). Check it out on physical stores or online via Shopee and Lazada. I want to have this every time I have a movie night at home, let's double up with the Lay's Duo Pack!

Watch Double Happiness Winter Wonderland Festival Today!

This morning, I am still streaming as we speak this awesome concert called Double Happiness Winter Wonderland Festival courtesy of Globe Prepaid. Different artists from different genres around the world converged in one event, which you can also view via the Globe One App. This is part of 88 Rising in Globe Prepaid's biggest Christmas Music Fest via Virtual Hangouts. I love the performances from Japan, Korea, Indonesia and the Philippines so far so if you would like to enjoy the same, go head on the link indicated on the poster above or here https://easternstandardti.me .


The Philippines will be represented by Fern, Kiana V, Leila Alcasid, Ylona Garcia and a whole lot more. Go hurry before it ends, or maybe , you can watch it after 24 hours via Video on Demand, you can do that on the Globe One App. It made my morning happy. :) What a nice surprise for Christmas :D

Newest RISE Artist GIGI DE LANA

Looks like their lineup is getting bigger by the day and yes, today's never different as they now introduce their newest RISE Artists GIGI DE LANA.

Yes, she's the same person you saw in Tawag ng Tanghalan and soon, on the new movie FOUR SISTERS BEFORE THE WEDDING which is the prequel to hit movie Four Sisters and a Wedding. I loved how she did the songs during the  finals, but now she's doing a whole lot more than singing because she's going to be managed by RISE ARTISTS STUDIO.

Gigi says "I am so thankful to everyone who made this possible. I was discovered through Miss Charo Santos after she saw some covers on YouTube. We decided to change my name, yes, from both sides. I think my journey was really tough, but I think it was all worth it. I did undergo workshops from RISE and I think that improved my confidence. I think they want me to do both and we'll do our best to do singing and acting so we can grow."

About Four Sisters, she says "It was very amazing. It  was so nice to be with them because they guided me as a first timer. They were so warm in RISE Artists Studio, I learned a lot from that. I did audition for the role and honestly, it was very new for me. I was nervous, but I think it was all worth it. We did stuff that got me teary eyed, Inang, Sir EJ and Direk Olive was there. I am just so grateful I got to learn from that experience because it was a big process for me."

About her singing, she added "I listened to Celine, Regine, I was really a belter when I was a kid. I first sang the national anthem even if I didn't know the words, it was a funny time but my Mom saw my potential and took care of me since then. I dind't get to drink cold water, we had a notion that it affects my voice but later on, I needed to relax. I really wanted to share the stage with Ms. Regine, Mariah, Sarah G., Kyla, and everyone at Tawag ng Tanghalan especially the first season because they are family to me. We really bonded and dind't think of the competition back then, I hope I could do more."

She wants to be an artist that can do a lot of things, to work with veteran actors. She loves them, hopefully they will have a chance to do so. Right now, she says she's not expecting, but she predicts she will be pushed by RISE and hopes she could acheive a lot after signing up with them.

She currently needs funds to help her Mom who is suffering with breast cancer (latter stage). She is currently doing fundraising on Facebook and on KUMU so make sure you also help her, she needs our help. "I did break down, but this is my job. I have to do it for my Mom, not just my dreams. I have to set aside my feelings because there will be a lot of people affected if I did the same. I am hopeful, I have trust that everything will work out fine."

Her KUMU broadcast will start at 1AM (later) so if you are in the mood for giving, please do. She needs our help too!