In Between Bites

Aug 16, 06 In Between Bites

Posted by in Recipes

It’s what my Bin would call a “happy problem”: a somewhat inconvenient circumstance that doesn’t preclude happiness. In other words, I’ve fallen behind schedule. You must understand that I’m a creature of habit, or a “habit of creature,” as my friend, Joey, cheekily puts it. While...

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Meat for the Macho

Aug 10, 06 Meat for the Macho

Posted by in Continental, Restaurants

30 ounces of rib-eye There’s nothing more primal than eating a steak. There is also perhaps, no other food that I feel more macho eating. It’s incredibly empowering to be able to stare down a hunk of meat and know that I can take it on. Steak is only for the brave, both in character and appetite.The Highlands...

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You’re Invited To A Baking Demo

Aug 08, 06 You’re Invited To A Baking Demo

Posted by in Miscellaneous

No, it’s not another tea party, but there will be dessert… … and this time I’m doing the baking!I’m proud and honored to be invited by food giant Nestlé Philippines Inc. to hold a set of baking demos for them, one of which is specifically for readers of Dessert Comes First.my favorite...

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A Red-blooded Meat Eater

Aug 04, 06 A Red-blooded Meat Eater

Posted by in Continental, Restaurants

There he was, looking leaner than I’d ever seen him. Too thin, I think. Next to him, I feel like a blob, quite frankly. I’m wearing my “feeling fat” clothes and today is just not one of my sexier days. We hug and exchange pleasantries. “You look good,” he says. Liar, I mutter inwardly, but manage...

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A Dessert Discount for all DCF Readers!

Aug 01, 06 A Dessert Discount for all DCF Readers!

Posted by in Italian, Restaurants

August is a good month to head on over to Fleur de Lys. From August 1-31, Fleur de Lys’ pastry chef-owner, Jackie Ang-Po, is offering a 10% discount for all Dessert Comes First (DCF) readers! The discount covers everything on the menu, and not just the sweets. Should you choose to take your order out, it’s a 5%...

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