Ox Tail and Tripe Kare-Kare: A Traditional Filipino Celebratory Dish

Kare-Kare is a Filipino stew made from rich, creamy, thick peanut sauce, poured over or mixed with ox tail and ox tripe [fondly called tuwalya (towel) and/or libro (book)], and best served with sautéed shrimp paste (bagoong alamang) as dip. It is often served during special occasions such as graduation, birthdays, fiestas, anniversaries, and farewellContinue reading “Ox Tail and Tripe Kare-Kare: A Traditional Filipino Celebratory Dish”

Pork Menudo a la Gloria: A Taste of Home

Good day, friends. This time I present to you another tribute to my mom, our all-time fave Pork Menudo; and it is soooo easy to cook.  I learned this when I was in Australia in late 1990s and I remember calling my mom, she giving me instructions while I was already going at it inContinue reading “Pork Menudo a la Gloria: A Taste of Home”

Beef Mechado a la Gloria: Nobody Does It Better Than My Mom

Eating is my favorite pastime. I get excited by the sight and smell of food and have a blast trying out new restos. I enjoy Japanese, Italian, and Filipino cuisine. But if I can help it, nothing is more satisfying than a homecooked meal. I believe only a few, if no one, can contest thatContinue reading “Beef Mechado a la Gloria: Nobody Does It Better Than My Mom”