FEATURE IN GOURMET.COM.PH

Roasting and Blending Specialty Coffee

Roasting and Blending Specialty Coffee Once quality ripe red coffee cherries have been obtained, segregated and processed adequately, the next crucial phases in making specialty coffee take place – roasting and blending. By Samantha Ramos-Zaragoza Roasting When green coffee beans are roasted, sugar and other carbohydrates inherent in the beans are caramelized. This creates a substance known as the coffee oil, a fragile chemical that gives off that tantalizing flavor and aroma known in coffee. There are two common roasting methods: drum roasting and hot air roasting.  (TO READ MORE, VISIT http://gourmet.com.ph/index.php/blog/articles/21-roasting-and-blending-specialty-coffee)

FEBRUARY 2012 ARTICLE

Triple Chocolate Mousse

with Strawberries

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Love is in the air

With the season of love just around the corner, you can expect just about every restaurant getting ready with promos and decorations. The thought of having a candle light dinner in a cozy hotel with violins playing surely seems like a sweet idea. But with the horrid Valentine traffic, the season just might turn sour! Thankfully there are more than one ways to celebrate Valentine’s, such as spending it at home.

You might think having Valentine’s at home is boring, but with creative thinking you can truly make the occasion memorable. Start with dressing up your house with scented candles and flowers. Set the mood with romantic music and make sure the kids are out and with their grandparents or friends. Decorate the dinner table with warm colored table cloth and placemats. Think of a menu that’s easy to prepare yet impressive. The dessert, of course, should highlight the dinner. I’m sure we can all agree that desserts make dates simply sweeter. (read more: http://www.chicmomsclub.com/chicmomsclub/triple-chocolate-mousse-with-strawberries/)

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JANUARY 2012 ARTICLES

For Bounty Fresh: wrote the food styling entry for the month in chicmomsclub.com
For Southern Living: featured and photographed the restaurants Villa Cafe and Studio Kitchen

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Shredded Teriyaki Chicken with Apple

Balsamic Salad

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Diet Time

The minute our calendars mark the month of December, you can be sure your schedule will be filled with celebrations. And with parties, obviously, come a lot of food. Now that it’s a New Year, it’s also time for a new and healthier you. So shed off those holiday pounds starting with this tasty and light meal – Shredded Teriyaki Chicken with Apple Balsamic Salad. (read more: http://www.chicmomsclub.com/chicmomsclub/shredded-teriyaki-chicken-with-apple-balsamic-salad-2/)

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DECEMBER 2011 ARTICLES

For Bounty Fresh: wrote the food styling entry for December in chicmomsclub.com
For Southern Living: (1) wrote a profile on makeup artist Cathy Cantada-Dizon and (2) compiled comments from readers teacher and model Michelle Quizon-Balinghasay, Luxasia National Sales Manager Leslie Roque-Ramos, bag & home accessories designer Sally Lugtu, teacher & entrepreneur Czarina Domingo, and myself.

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Pan Fried Chicken with White Wine Reduction Sauce

A Different Yet Perfect Christmas Dish

Christmas is defined by the spirit of gift-giving, joyous merry making, and of course, delicious feasts shared with loved ones. You can be sure that Stuffed Turkey, Tsokolate Eh, Embutido, Chicken Galantina, Fruit Salad and Lechon will grace the festivity’s menu. Although these traditional dishes make the season even more meaningful, it does not mean you cannot introduce fresh concepts to excite your family and friends. (read more: http://www.chicmomsclub.com/chicmomsclub/pan-fried-chicken-with-white-wine-reduction-sauce/)

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NOVEMBER 2011 ARTICLES

For Bounty Fresh: wrote the November food styling entry in chicmomsclub.com
For Southern Living: (1) featured model Annielle Santos Banson, (2) conceptualized and wrote about a budgeted Christmas table setting, (3) talked about some restaurants in Nuvali, (4) featured Ringside Boxing Club, Yoga Manila, and Barre3 for the Health section, (5) and gave tips on grooming pets

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Pumpkin Soup with Chicken Hotdog

Warming up the Cold Season with a Special Dish

Come November, recipes for hot dishes like stews and soups are the hit. And for the cold season, nothing beats a steaming hot creamy soup such as Pumpkin Soup. Requests for this scrumptious dish, or any other soup dish for that matter, can keep moms busy in their kitchens. What is nice about such meals is that they can be stored in the refrigerator until later. So for your left-over creamy soup dishes, here is a tip: simply add new ingredients to keep your family and friends interested. (read more: http://www.chicmomsclub.com/chicmomsclub/pumpkin-soup-with-chicken-hotdog/)

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OCTOBER 2011 ARTICLES

Wrote for www.chicmomsclub.com on how to prepare Hainanese Chicken in Tarragon and Lemon Zest. Wrote the cover story about a rescued dog on Forbes in Touch, also about Cara Foundation and cat behavior in the same magazine.

Hainanese Chicken in Tarragon and Lemon Zest

Giving a Twist to a Beloved Classic

There are classic cuisines we cannot live without, and among them is Chinese cuisine. The popularity of Chinese fare is evident with the number of Oriental restaurants in the country, and one of the beloved dishes Filipinos always order is Hainanese Chicken... (to read more, visit http://www.chicmomsclub.com/chicmomsclub/hainanese-chicken-in-tarragon-and-lemon-zest/)

SEPTEMBER 2011 ARTICLES

Featured how to make Tandoori Chicken with Creamy Penne Pasta in www.chicmomsclub.com. Wrote about Serendra in Soul BGC. Wrote the cover story for F&B World about McDonald's. Also featured high-tech tools for restaurants, the Chefs and Foodservice Community of the Philippines, and Sapporo noodles in F&B World. Talked about caring for cats and how to coordinate a kiddie party in Northern Living and Southern Living magazines. Featured fashion trends for curvy women and a profile on Katrina Ramos Atienza for Southern Living. The advertorial about Townes was featured in both Southern Living and Northern Living magazines.

Tandoori Chicken with Creamy Penne Pasta

 

With Father’s Day just around the corner, surprising your hubby with an elegant and romantic dinner will definitely turn this special celebration into a second Valentine’s Day. After spending time with the kids, tuck them in bed, make dinner, and spend some quality time with your sweetheart. It will truly show daddy how much you appreciate him through this kitchen-labor of love! ... (to read more, visit http://www.chicmomsclub.com/chicmomsclub/tandoori-chicken-with-creamy-penne-pasta/)