Best Value for Money on Egypt Holidays

March 30, 2012 in Food & Travel Blogs, travel

Egypt is full of wonderful holiday experiences just waiting to be uncovered. Whether you cruise the Nile, soak up the frenetic bustle and pace of life in Cairo, or opt for the relaxing beaches and scuba diving territory of Sharm el Sheikh, this diverse destination is bound to tick all the right boxes and leave you yearning for more.

travelling egypt - cairo

But with the cost of living on the rise, how do you ensure that you’re getting good value for money on Egypt holidays?

There are several things to consider. Firstly, look at what you’ll be doing when you get there and where you plan to spend mealtimes. For cheap holidays to Sharm El Sheikh, all inclusive is usually a viable option which can save a significant amount on eating out in the resort – as well as providing drinks and snacks too. In some cases the hotel will also provide free or discounted access to local activities or excursions, which naturally helps to keep the costs down.
Most Egypt package holidays come with the support of a tour operator which means you can make the most of their local representative by asking for advice on day trips, local beauty spots and so on.

You should book early where possible to take advantage of early bird deals, which can often be found with the launch of a new season or brochure, but also to enable you to spread the cost of the holiday. This will also give you the best and widest choice of hotel rooms and local resort, which ultimately lets you pick the right destination for you and your family.

In addition, when booking a package holiday you will usually benefit from a range of discounts and deals provided by the tour operator, such as online discounts and free child places on family holidays – helping you to have your dream holiday at a price that you can afford.

Pasta Laing with Spicy Purefoods Corned Beef

February 24, 2012 in Food & Travel Blogs, food and beverage, recipe


Laing is always favored by many Bicolanos. Majority of the people knows how to cook them and restaurants and small eatery had their own version of laing.

Although it was very easy to make, right procedure is needed so that you will achieve the saucy texture without the itchiness in your taste bud.
Being raised in Manila, I am not fond of dishes that are cooked in coconut milk (guinataan), I prefer dried dishes or with soup but when I married a Bicolano, the first thing I needed to learn (of course beside learning the dialect ) is their favorite spicy guinataan dishes, spicy is out of the question because my father is half Bicolano and we both love spicy foods but dishes cooked in coconut milk is one thing I have to learn.

So, I have to ask new found friends and relatives on the right procedure and to let them share with me their well kept techniques and secret. Everybody had something to share and of course at first, you will never get it right even if you have followed the basic procedure but as time and years goes by, you will surely know it from the heart.

Now, I am sharing with you another version of Laing topped on Pasta. Maybe you have already heard about it including, Laing Ice Cream, Pizza Laing. This is something your family, friends and visitors will love. I bet, you will be the subject of talk on tomorrow’s topic and your friend will surely all be dying to ask for the recipe.

 

laing ingredients

Laing ingredients

Ingredients:

½  Kilo Fetuccine  pasta

1 plastic Dried Gabi leaves

1 can Original Purefoods Corned Beef. Chili Garlic

4 cups of coconut milk (1st and 2nd wash)

2 tablespoon of oil

1 small ginger ( chopped and minced)

1 small garlic (minced)

1 small onion (chopped)

7 pcs hot pepper (siling haba) red and green

Water

Black Pepper and salt to taste

 

 

 Procedure/Preparation:

Pasta:

In a large pot, bring 4 liters water to boil, put 2 tablespoon of oil and sprinkle some salt.  Salt is used to season your pasta, so it will not taste flat.

When the water is boiling,(make sure it is boiling first) put your pasta and cooked for until it was tender of slightly firm on your bite or as they called  al dente.

Drain the pasta and set aside.

Laing Toppings


laing

In a large pan, pour 2nd washed coconut milk, add garlic and onion, ginger and sili, bring them to boil.  Stir occasionally so that the coconut milk will not (magbuo-buo).

Add the Purefoods Corned Beef, continue stirring.

Add your Dried gabi leaves and make sure that you cooked them in a low fire.

Pour gradually some coconut milk (first wash).  Put the sili and stir a little bit until a saucy texture is achieved. Make sure not to stir hard because your laing might become over cooked and become itchy on your tongue.

On a plate, placed some pasta and pour Laing on top. See my Adorable Peachy with this dish.

pasta laing with spicy corned beef

Savor the smell.  Enjoy the meal!

Dreaming Orlando

January 29, 2012 in Food & Travel Blogs, Hotels & Restaurant

Valentines day is coming very fast, family and lovers are planning where to spend a romantic vacation.  Planning ahead is always good because you get a chance to find a more affordable place to stay and beautiful places to visit.

Orlando, Florida is one of the best places to spend a romantic valentine get-away.  You can find Orlando Hotels  family friendly and the best part is it was very near at Disney or discover nearby theme parks and beaches.

If you love strolling and shopping, you can have the best shopping experience featuring branded names and designer outlets and dining at the prime restaurants.

Orlando was hailed as one of the world’s top destination and it’s no doubt about that because you can find whatever your heart’s desire.

orlando, florida

Places to visit in Orlando:

1.  A one time opportunity to visit Universal Studio.

2. Sea World – one of the top places to visit.  Enjoy the view of the acrobatic whale and cute penguins and visit one of the world’s finest water park.

3. Shopping to the max at The Mall at Millenia, luxury shopping at Winter Park and find bargain deals at flea market.

John F. Kennedy Space Center

4. Learn astronomy at the Kennedy Space Center.

5. Stroll the white sand beaches

Get the best travel experience, get the best vacation packages, plan ahead, visit  Facebook  and learn what beautiful things you can do in your Orlando trip.

Pasta Laing

December 17, 2011 in Food & Travel Blogs, healthy living

Pasta Laing with Adorable Peachy

Laing is one of the most favored food by the Bicolano and maybe you have heard or read about Laing Pasta, Laing Pizza and Laing Ice Cream.

This is my version of Laing pasta.  For more information and recipe, Just tune in on this area.

Cooking with Chef Tristan Encarnacion

December 2, 2011 in Food & Travel Blogs, food and beverage, review

This post was late but not overdue.  I promised to blog about what happened in our trip at Pitogo and Unisan Quezon and my previous post is just a proof how beautiful the place was.

This time, i want to share with you a recipe that Chef Tristan Encarnacion made during the event.  It was very simple and easy to make.

He used goat considering that it was the featured ingredients of the day.  First, he marinate the goat with pepper and salt.

Put the “kakang gata” or the fresh coconut milk in the pan to boil. Add small amount of water. Put the goat in the pan to boil.

Add curry powder and bring it to a boil.   You will know if your dish is done when the meat is tender and the sauce is already thick.

Avenue Plaza Hotel, Naga City, Camarines Sur

November 19, 2011 in Food & Travel Blogs, Hotels & Restaurant, travel

The Avenue Plaza Hotel is one of the newest first class hotel in the metropolis of Naga City, Camarines Sur.  It can be found on the busy area of Magsaysay Ave., It has a 6,000 square meter area with facility that offers a innovative, state of the art equipments and world-class accommodation.

Avenue Plaza Hotel

You don’t need to go far to find good food, Cafe Plazuela is open 26 hours and you can find ala carte and buffet dish as low as Php. 100.00 or $3.00 but of course, you need to try their specialties. They offer different dishes that will satisfy even the discriminating palate.

Cafe Plazuela

You can choose to eat inside or outside with the view of the infinity pool.

If your done, visiting the Centro, a refreshing swim in their two level infinity pool would just be awesome but of course, you can also prefer to have a massage which is also included in their service if your a guest in the hotel.

Avenue Plaza Hotel, Infinity Pool

Current rates of the rooms as per Tariff (Effective September 01 to December 31, 2011) (Rates are subject to change without prior notice, so it is always safe to inquire)

Spazio (Superior

Double  - Php. 3,892.86

Spazio (Superior Double)

Twin – Php. 4,053.57

Spazio Superior Twin

Spazio Grande (Deluxe)

Double – Php. 4,919.64

Twin – Php. 5,080.36

Palazzio (Executive Suite)

Php. 7,410.71

Presidential Suite – Php. 12,733.21

Extra Bed/ Person – Php. 800.00

This is inclusive of breakfast for two at Cafe Plazuela, amenities includes free use of sauna, pool and gym.

All rooms has it’s own mini refrigerator, a built-in vault and a free coffee.

Whether your going on a business trip or a family holiday vacation, Avenue Plaza Hotel in Naga City is simply one of the best in the South.  Experience the good life.

Canada- a place of many dreams

October 15, 2011 in blogging, Food & Travel Blogs, travel

It’s been six months since my M-I-L went to Canada to be with her canadian boyfriend and we have heard so much good things about Canada.  How peaceful and beautiful it was.

canada

Hubby and I decided that he would go to Canada and find work and hopefully by next year that will come into fruition. It would be a lonely journey for him and for the whole family but the benefits of having a good paying job could really help us pay our house dues and prepare for the schooling of the kids.

Although, there might be complications along the way, we know that Canada would be a great place for us and we hope in God’s will, this will come to be realized.

Mc Donalds Fries

June 19, 2011 in Food & Travel Blogs

We always love Mc Donalds and fries is what I always bought when i got a chance to stop by on their store.

Looking at them makes me want for more.

mc donald's french fries