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When you live in a teeny tiny apartment like the one we had in New York, racks and other clever storage solutions in the kitchen are very essential. Primarily, I was so intent in finding the most reasonable and well configured set such as the jk adams pot rack, because our cupboards and under counter cabinets then are not enough plus this is a much convenient way of storing pots and pans as it is easier to access them during hectic culinary adventures. As much as I want everything tucked inside cabinets and drawers, I really had no other choice. This is why choosing a stylish design is also a priority.

This holds true even on the choice of other kitchen gadgets and tools. I also treat the kitchen as another design challenge. The very reason why I meticulously select color coordinated essentials and accessories as well.  All these time though there is one thing that I still aim for.  Ironically, this would be a new jk adams spice rack. One that is well constructed and can accommodate the ever increasing number of spices that I have and still need. Oh, and there’s more! A jk adams chopping board would also be ideal in my new kitchen now, a little bigger and better than what we used to have back in the city.

food. service. atmosphere. price. accessibility. these are just a few considerations we take whenever we want to get away from home made meals, even away from our daily routine.  foodie or not, we find dining out to be synonymous to celebrations and more  often than not… luxurious, most especially during this economic crunch we are in right now. we cannot factor out the damage involved whenever we try to be fancy and eat out.

where do you usually go for a quick fix meal? what tops your fine dining escapades? where is that joint that simply hits the spot? which restaurant offers the most affordability, food selection and satisfaction all at the same time?

that would be IHOP for us. we have always been fascinated by big serving and wide variety not to mention pocket-friendly breakfast smorgasbord. that sounds so 70’s, haha! speaking of which…atmosphere-wise, IHOP’s interior design is like it has been stuck in that era. that is the only drawback for me. i mean, you can maintain a certain appeal but there is always room for enhancements and improvements, not necessarily modernization. but the negativity ends there. sorry not really ranting from here onwards…

Food. service. price. accessibility. check. check. check.check!:) ironically, we often go to International House Of Pancakes for dinner [and yes, with that free jug of coffee]. Tuesday dinner, to be more precise. why? it’s kids-eat-free day! that makes dining at IHOP so sweet, all the more!

is a weekly thematic FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY meme, Pinoy style!

Shakey’s MOJOS, unhealthy and cholesterol filled as it is…is something we have been craving for for the longest time and it has been one on my goals list, at least gastronomically speaking. i know right? what else is new here anyway, hehe!

Now, I am proud to disclose…MISSION accomplished! paired with fried chicken, double whammy!!!! double double cholesterol action, i tell ya! now i really need to check out on weight loss pill reviews becuase i know i have gained a lot just by this one bingeing!

…and boy am i glad, it was a successful one too!:) pramis! just like the real thing! ika nga!:) except that it got too thinly sliced that it turned out to be more on the crunchy side than the soggy, soft one they serve at Shakey’s. some might like it this way better but on my next attempt it is my intention to adjust the mandolin to make them at least 1-1 1/2cm thick.  Recipe will be posted in a few.

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