Nabisco Oreo Soft-cookies Ujimatcha Milk

Well, what do you know! 2 of my favorite things in the world - Oreo and Green Tea -  in one pack. If you love eating Oreos ever since you were a little, you will definitely love this soft cookie version since it's pretty much the same as eating a very dense sponge cake with green tea cream in between. Just what I need for this rather stressful week of backlogs and (apparent) weight gain. 

This pack of Oreo ujimatcha milk soft cookies has 10 pieces inside. Yum!

Hi-Chew All You Want!

Anong favorite candy ng taong may colds? Eh di "Hiiiiiiii-Chew!" :))

Happy Thursday everyone!

Snack Academie for Nutella and Go and more!

I am on Instagram! I am such a noob, but I definitely want to take advantage of the opportunity since I'm such a busy wart. Follow me @SnackAcademie! It's really not much yet, but still a step towards my dream of owning a business. lol! 

I only have Nutella and Go so far (48 pieces which I am expecting to arrive within 2 weeks), and I am selling it at Php 235 (inclusive of the shipping fee). If I can meet you up to personally hand over the items, I am selling it at Php 195. If you are a friend, talk me into giving you a lower price :)

I am still looking for a prospective distributor of the Nutella and Go with EstaTHE Limone Drink, which I am planning to sell at Php 335 (inclusive of the shipping fee) or Php 285 if I can personally hand the item to you. 

Thank you!

P.S.

Fill up my order form for orders and reservations! http://form.jotform.me/form/31233716472450

Bikram Yoga Manila in Tomas Morato Quezon City

For roughly a month now, I've been back to Bikram, and by being back I mean I am crazily and intensely focused on it compared before. Stress is a misnomer in my life recently - juggling books and 3 jobs is not an easy task to do. With school on hold in the mean time because it is summer, I have been relentlessly tiring myself out on work. Not that I don't like it, in fact I am thankful that I am occupied doing things that I want, but it can really take its toll on me - physically and mentally.

Bikram Yoga will always be my lifesaver. I like keeping myself busy, and for that I need a workout that can let me relieve all the stress out from a day's work. I started doing Bikram back in 2009 and will never replace it with Ashtanga or Vinyasa. I love the hot room even if the temperature can devilishly exceed to 48 degrees. Blame it on the summer heat, but yes, there are days when it's perfect to keep an ulam warm inside the heated room. It's really that hot.

I started at Bikram Yoga in Eastwood (the one located at One Orchard) in 2009. A year after, I signed up for a one-year gym membership at Gold's in Katipunan, but never felt so focused so I started looking for yoga studios (will not mention  it so no one will kill me), did not feel so sold on the techniques and the teachers, then I found Bikram Yoga Manila in Tomas Morato. I have to say,   it is true that you will never ever forget your first love.

Here's the schedule at Bikram Yoga Manila Tomas Morato studio

More details at their website

Nutella and Go for Sale!

If I were to sell Nutella and Go (without the drink), will you buy from me? Let me know if you will :)

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I have yet to look for a possible distributor abroad for the Nutella and Go packs with the drink, but will keep you guys posted. 

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P.S.

Apparently, the Nutella and Go pack with the drink (which is iced tea, not milk) is only available in Germany. Oh third world problems! And please follow me on Instagram. My Instagram handle is SnackAcademie!

Family Mart at Glorietta 3!

If you happen to pass by the ground floor of Glorietta 3, make sure to drop by the recently launched and opened Family Mart. Yes, Family Mart, the convenience store that traces its roots all the way from Japan. Now that this popular chain of convenience stores is finally here in Manila (thanks to SSI Inc, the brains behind Rustans, Payless, among others), we are an arm and an inch away from our favorite Japanese snacks (Calbee, Pocky, Meiji, anyone?) and meals. It is like our standard convenience store in every corner of Manila, but better. 

If you haven't been to Japan, but really curious now what's in store for you at Family Mart, you will find original Japanese Family Mart products here in their Manila shelves such as cheese curls, panda chocolate cookies (weee!), almond chocolates, chocolate marshmallow centers and more. There are also a lot of meals to choose from such as California Makis, a long list of rice meals, fresh breads, cold sandwiches, cheeseburgers and more. The prices are not intimidating as I was honestly and slightly expecting it to be. After all, what's not to love? I think we have been embracing the Japanese pop culture more than ever, and this truly should not be an exception.

I happen to have come home from my yoga session with a Cheeseburger, a serving of Katsudon, a pack of Smoked Ham with Swiss Cheese cold sandwich and yummy snacks that are original Japanese Family Mart products. waiting for me. As much as I wanted to resist (I just lost my meat sweats for 90 Bikram minutes), I ended up munching on the Smoked Ham with Swiss Cheese cold sandwich. Not really a fan of cold cuts and sandwiches, but this one I really like. And I believe the ingredients used are all from Santi's. Nice!

No picture of my cold sandwich since I ate it already :))

Whether you are curious about this new brand of convenience store or if you happen to love Family Mart, which you learned from your trip to Japan years ago, you should drop by and visit their first Manila store at the ground floor of Glorietta 3. Philippine convenience stores level up!

Manang's Chicken

I owe Manang's Chicken a very good review. I'd like to attribute my lack of time to do so to work and to school, and I know that a haphazardly-made post will never do justice to their yummy line of old and new dishes, appetizers and desserts.

Manang's Chicken is a familiar name to me. Even during their old food night market days, Manang's Chicken already had the potential to make it big in the local food scene. When I knew that their food bazaar nights gave birth to a branch near my home (in Katipunan to be specific about it), I had to jump at the opportunity for my quick fried chicken fixes. If you are a loyal Katipunera who toils the Katipunan food avenue 7 days a week like I do, Manang's Chicken is a very warm and satisfying addition to the many restaurants that offer equally yummy chicken dishes. When I learned that they launched a pork-based dish along with their signature chicken recipes, it made Manang's Chicken even more interesting to my senses. 2 weeks ago, I finally got to taste their Garlic Pork Rice Meal - a good and creative way to enjoy breaded pork fillet with small toasted garlic chips on top coupled with a cup of warm steamy rice. This is a good energy booster for someone like me who caps off the day coming from work and school all at the same time. 

Manang's Chicken Garlic Pork Rice Meal

(Not so sure how the rice and vinegar sauce goes with the garlic pork, but I'm pretty satisfied even without the sauce included)

This is definitely a 360-degree turn to your popular chicken recipes from Manang's. For starters, this is pork! And I never thought that I would get to appreciate toasted garlic chips with pork and rice. If you want flare to your pork meals, you should give this a shot.

I also got to try Manang's Chips with Garlic Mayo and Creamy Cheese dips. I'd have to say that I love their portions - very generous and the chips managed to stay crispy even as midnight snack nibbles. They also have Fresh Sides - macaroni salad, buttered corn and coleslaw that pairs perfectly well with their original Chicken Cut meals. 

In-set: buttered corn, macaroni salad and 2 plates of Chips and Creamy Cheese Dips!

What I love most about Manang's Chicken new menu additions is their Red Velvet Sundae. It has a warm red velvet cake on the bottom of the cup with chocolate bits (I think!) hidden unassumingly within the cake. I was quite surprised that the warm red velvet cake on the bottom did not make the plastic cup warp a little. The red velvet cake is topped with a smooth creamy vanilla ice cream then finished off with candy sprinkles. As a huge dessert person, I'm super sold on this one. 

P.S.

I just hope they extend the Red Velvet Sundae a little longer though! Definitely a must-try. Also, you might want to try their Lenten fish-based specials and join the hashtag #MeatlessLent2013.

Visit the Manang's Chicken branch nearest you! Click here for a comprehensive map view.

For more details about Manang's Chicken, visit their website or send them a mail the old fashioned way at Giabella Foods Corporation - MMG Building, Magsaysay Road, San Pedro Laguna. You can also reach them via the following channels:

T: (02) 847-5657
F: (02) 847-5090
E: manang@manangschicken.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/manangschicken
Twitter: https://twitter.com/manangschicken
Instagram: http://instagram.com/manangschicken?ref=badge

Exquisite Tea Blends at the New TWG Tea Salon & Boutique at Rockwell Power Plant Mall

TWG Tea, the finest luxury tea brand in the world, will open its first island boutique concept in the

country at the Archaeology of the Power Plant Mall this March.

Cultivate your tea experience with the widest tea collection of the most celebrated fine harvest and

exclusive blends in the world. Perfectly infused, pair your tea with TWG Tea’s signature macarons

and tea pastries served with TWG Tea jelly with whip cream. This chic island tea salon & boutique is featuring new tea-infused savory dishes such as Curry Lamb Stew and Tuna Miscuit that is exclusive to Power Plant Mall.

TWG (The Wellness Group) Tea was established in Singapore in 2007 that embodies this country’s

historical trade routes and the commerce of tea leaves, especially from theyear 1837. Today, the brand sources the finest selections of tea leaves from different countries and combines luxe flavors and tastes for the best tea drinking experience.Signature Design Gold Teapots, teacups and saucers, tea tin containers and other tea accessories used for proper tea preparation are also available at TWG Tea.

Relaxing, refreshing and lovely tea dining experiences await the mall-goers of the Power Plant Mall.

Visit http://www.facebook.com/PowerPlantMallor call 898-1702 for more details.