While searching for simple, healthy options, I stumbled upon a version of this zucchini fritter recipe, and it was a game-changer. What drew me in was its simplicity—just a handful of ingredients and a quick pan-fry—and the fact that it was IBS-friendly (when enjoyed in moderation). Bonus? It’s absolutely delicious!

Revisiting childhood classics brings a sense of nostalgia and deeper meaning, reminding us of the magic books hold at every stage of life.

In this post, I share my collection of literary-inspired roses—from characters in The Secret Garden to classic authors. Discover the stories behind the blooms that captured my heart.

Each garden I’ve had brought unique challenges—limited sunlight, awkward spaces, and neighboring buildings. But adapting to every obstacle has made my gardening journey rewarding, no matter the size or layout.

Pandesal is the king of Filipino breads – it’s sold in every panaderia in the country and not one panaderia will leave off selling pandesal to hungry customers every day.

Over the weekend, I’ve been scouring the internet for anything that could help me nail the look I want for this blog. I’ve always been drawn to moody, film-like photos,…

I’m delighted to see some progress in my garden. While it’s not as full of flowers as I’d hoped, it’s exciting to see things moving in the right direction. Spotting fresh buds sprouting on the stems is always a joy, even though the unpredictable weather—torrential rains one day and scorching heat the next—has kept me on edge.

I’ve been itching to make Pan de Coco ever since I kicked off the Panadera series. This bread holds a special spot in my memories. When I was a kid, we’d visit my grandma’s house and make a beeline for the neighborhood sari-sari store across the narrow footpath. We’d grab a handful of pan de coco. The lola who sold them kept the coconut filling separate from the buns, which was a bit unconventional, but still absolutely delicious.