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Home of pristine white sand beaches with a lesser crowd. One of thelast virgin surfing spot in the Philippines. A lighthouse that givesyou a view of the sea and the windmills. Sand dunes and rockformations that endured time and history. Interesting culture andcolourful festivities that would arouse your curiosity. Mouth wateringdishes and snack treats that would make surely captivate your taste.These reasons makes Ilocos a summer getaway and a food pilgrimage.Travel and LocationLaoag is the gateway...

San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte is famous for its Damili or Potteryindustry. But if you are planning for a trip up north you'd probablywant to drop by the town and take home some of its tasty and mouthwatering food products.Bagnet and ilocos longganisa are famous in the entire provinces ofIlocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. It is available in almost every market inthese  provinces.Bagnet is a classic way of cooking pork, wherein large pork chops aredeep fried until it turns deep brown in color and becomes...

Nowadays, coffee shops cater to indulgent coffee lovers, from espressoshot to frappe. Coffee mixes are as well available in sachets forpeople on-the-go. Coffee drinking has now become habitual.But have you ever heard of rice coffee? How about soybean coffee? Theyare not just cheaper than coffee but it is a healthier alternative.Rice is known to combat stomach disorders. The anticancer propertiesof soybean is one of the reasons why some people believed that it is amiracle food.In Banna, Ilocos Norte,...

Chichacorn or cornick is a favorite snack, not just by Ilocanos but isnow popular nationwide. It is fried and crunchy glutinous white cornkernels. Made special by the garlic seasoning and made even moretempting by the additional flavouring like cheese, sweet and spicy,barbecue and the Filipino favorite, adobo. Chichacorn is a great snackduring movie marathon, can be an alternative to popcorn.Corn is widely produced in the Ilocos region, making the cornick orchicacorn one of the major processing...

An Ilocos Norte trip won't be complete without stopping by Batac Citywhich is tagged as Home of Great Leaders. Gen. Artemio Ricarte (ElVibora) of the Revolutionary Government;Gregorio Aglipay, thereligious reformist; and the famous President Ferdinand E. Marcos.They are just a few of the people who played a great role in thePhilippine history and politics.The Marcos Museum and Mausoleum is open for public. Aside from this,Batac City is known for its famous Empanada and Miki. These streetfoods will...

Pagudpud is a paradise for nature lovers. A perfect hideaway from thetechy metropolis. An extreme adventure for adrenaline junkies.Mother nature has provided it all. Crystal clear blue waters of thesea, streams, rivers and falls. The invigorating sea breeze and coolrefreshing air under the shades of trees. The picture perfect sunset.The green scenery of the mountains. The rock formations that enduredtime and tide. The rich and colourful life underwater. It is indeed apiece of paradise on earth.Where...

Pagudpud is a coastal town of Ilocos Norte. It lies on flat coastalland and rolls over hills, valleys and mountains. At the west, theSouth China Sea crawls on the coastline. At the east, the CordilleraMountain Ranges overlooking the sea. Most of the people earn a livingthrough farming and fishing. But tourism is now a part of the growingeconomy.Location:Pagudpud is located north of Manila, about 560 km (350 m).TravelBy Plane. There is a direct flight from Manila to Laoag via PAL(Philippine AirLines),...

Scientific Name: Mangifera IndicaMango is one of the most cultivated fruits in the tropics. Raw anddried mangoes both provide health benefits. It contains Vitamins A, Cand E that may protect the body against free radicals. It containspotassium that helps maintain the body fluids in proper balance. Mangohas low fat and carbohydrates that can be easily burned by the body.Dried mango though has lower amount of iron and Vitamin C that'scaused by the drying process.Mango Nutrients*Vitamin C and Health...

Growing up in a tropical country where mango trees are almosteverywhere, makes me love mangoes either green or ripe.A crunchy green mango slices or dried ripe mangoes, are all great.Mango flavored ice cream or mango pickles, can never be turned down.And enjoying a glass of mango shake is a delight. But a green mangoshake is a must try.Here are some refreshing mango recipe:Green Mango Milk ShakeIngredients:2 cups chopped green mangoes1 cup crushed ice1 cup milk1 scoop vanilla icecream4 tablespoons...

DesignDimensions 134.4 x 69.9 x 8.9 mm (5.29 x 2.75 x 0.35 in)Weight 130 g (4.59 oz)One X is a large phone but quite balanced in the hand. Its thinchassis and sleek design is amazing. The exquisite physical keys onthe front makes the phone more convenient. Its presence in the pocketis almost unfelt.One X will be a struggle to people with small hands. The power buttonon top is pretty hard to hit. The white version can easily get smudgesin...

Scientific Name : Capsicum AnnumChilli, chile or chili pepper is one on the most popular spices in theworld. It is a perennial shrub with a woody stem, which can reach ameter in height and bears white flowers. The fruit pod containsnumerous seeds that clings around the central placenta. The seeds aretiny, circular and flat with white or cream color. The fruit pod hasdifferent shape, size, color and pungency.Red chilies are loaded with beta-carotene. While red and green chiliesare a good source...

Chilies grow well in hot climates and it comes in thousands ofvarieties. Green chili with mild hotness are often consumed in thePhilippines. It is commonly used to spice up broth such as pork insour broth and shrimp/fish in tamarind broth. Interestingly, chili hasalready been used as an ice cream flavour.Here are our version of two, famous and well-loved chili recipe:Binagoongang Baboy  (Pork Sauteed in Shrimp Paste)Ingredients:750 g boneless pork shoulder, cubed4 tablespoons fermented...

Bitter melon or gōyā in the Okinawan language, nigauri or tsuru reishiin Japanese. Bitter melon is grown primarily in the southern part ofJapan including Okinawa. And Okinawa is known for the unusual longlifespan of its inhabitants, and since bitter melon has long been usedin their dishes, then it is closely associated.Anyway, here are some of the favorite easy to prepare bitter melonrecipes in Japan.Goya Chanpuru.This is a stir fry dish that is most popular in Okinawa. It isactually...

The S3 Mini inherited the name and the look of Samsung Galaxy S3. This smaller version of S3 has inferior technical specifications, but is understandable for the price. Still worth to give it a try. Design Dimensions 4.79 x 2.48 x 0.39 inch Weight 111.5g The Mini looks superb and more convenient to hold. The curved rear plate ensures that it will sit right in the hand. The Mini is a compact rendition of the S3. Its smaller built makes the buttons more accessible in one hand. Bad...

Design/Build To start with, HTC One has a great and unique design.  The aluminum frame gives the device an exceptional quality, compared to other smart phones. It's  somewhat light and thin but it feels compact. The curved back will help you grip it, avoiding unnecessary tumble to the ground. Display/Screen Super LCD3 capacitive touchscreen, under Gorilla Glass 2. Its 468ppi brings great sharpness. It's awesome getting a full 4.7" HD display, because the screen is extended...

Preparation of Bitter Melon:Cut the pod in half lengthwise. Scoop out all the seeds and the pithyparts using a teaspoon. The pith is extremely bitter, you need to getrid of it.Wash it with running water. Slice it diagonally. Put into a pan, addsome water and a bit of salt. Bring to a boil.Boil for a minute and drain. You can now use it in any dish you like.Other Ways to Tame the Bitterness:Soak the sliced bitter melon in salt water for a few minutes.Massage the sliced bitter melon with...

Brassica oleracea or commonly known as broccoli. It was called theking of the cruciferous family where cabbage and cauliflower belong.Broccoli boosts a delicious flavor, dozens of nutrition and packedwith health benefits. It is loaded with special and unique diseasefighters.Nutrients and Health Benefits in Broccoli:*Anti-oxidants. Broccoli contains a variety of anti-oxidants, thissynergy is very good in fighting cancer. According to research, itlowered the risk of prostate, colon, breast, bladder...

Celery, with scientific name Apium graveolens, has powerful andamazing health benefits. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals.All parts of celery are edible. It is used in different cuisines. Andunlike other vegetables, it can keep its nutrients during cooking. Ifthe celery juice is combined to other powerful juices, it may helptreat other conditions.Nutrients in Celery:Celery is a rich source of folio acid, potassium, calcium, iron,sodium, magnesium, phosphorus and plenty of essential amino...

Bitter melon has been used as a traditional medicine because of itstherapeutic properties. It is commonly used in Asia and Africa astreatment for fever, burns, dysentery and skin problems. It is knownto treat gastrointestinal diseases.It is as well said to treat painful menstruation. But since it canbring menses, it may decrease fertility, it is an abortifacient, andis used for birth control.Some of bitter melon's purported health benefits are treatment fordiabetes and viral infection, and may...

Momordica Charantia or known as bitter melon or bitter gourd, is one of the most bitter culinary vegetable but one of the healthiest vegetable as well. It belong to the same family of squash, cucumber and watermelon. Bitter melon is said to have originated in Asia. Therefore it is widely consumed in South Asian countries such as Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan and Philippines as well as in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Turkey and many other countries in the world. It is used as traditional medicine...

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