The Ubiquitous Barbecue 0

Jan 27, 2012 by Admin in Food Trip

With their unpretentious tastes on their daily meals, the majority of Filipinos is recognized as no frill eaters. Perhaps the reason behind this, because of the flagrant poverty where a great number of people could only afford one dish a meal. However, despite the reality on how limited the viands are, seeing the fact that there is more than rice sufficiently for everyone. Most Filipino can live with that. That illustrates the popularity of the makeshift barbecue stands present all over the place, considering they are economical, omnipresent and can be served quickly.

barbeque fareAnyway, aside from the deliciously orange-colored crustaceans, barbecues are one of the favorites serve my family loves. I always enjoy that tasty smell of charcoal fire burning up to the fabulously flavored chicken thigh on a bamboo stick. Traditionally, barbecues are often partnered with rice and a sauce made from a mixture of soy sauce and vinegar. Personally, I like to add calamansi and chilies to the mix. What a toothsome pair.

For sure, most of you have heard the undisputed Penong’s Barbeque Seafoods and Grill which is denoted as one of Davao’s pride. Although most restaurants are open for business from 8am to 9am in the evening, Penong’s schedule is different. The establishment is open from noon until 2 in the afternoon, and it closed until 5 pm later and will be open the entire evening.

Luckily, it was our first meal in Davao, and we arrived in the city around exactly noon time. We all had chicken thighs and two servings of kinilaw. Kinilaw is a dialect term for raw fish cooked by acids of lemon, calamansi and native vinegar. The people with me are my best group of friends, and I know their personality of “feasting on anything that is edible” but the experience was not that extravagant.

Unlike most barbecue places, we tried. Their serving, in particular, is relatively small, bland-tasting and the worst thing about it are the regions of half-cooked meat, which clearly shows some fresh blood on it. Nonetheless, being the savage-type people, we enjoyed those nicely cooked parts and dipped it to a pleasantly made vinegar dip and all was set.


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Know your Legal Options 0

Jan 26, 2012 by Admin in Practical Tips Tags: , ,

How could you properly defend yourself if you don’t know your rights and legal options? This is a rhetoric question that demands a solution for those who are about to appear in a court of law and face criminal charges. Not everyone has solid legal knowledge and knowing the general principles is definitely not enough when your very freedom is at stake.

Cincinnati AttorneyA Cincinnati attorney dedicates his entire life studying this science that is never as straightforward as it seems, and truth can take many faces. Depending on how qualified a Cincinnati lawyer is, he will be able to present a solid case and convince the jury that you are not a threat and should benefit of clemency. Some criminal offenses are more serious than others and even if driving under influence doesn’t seem to be a very severe one, you would be wrong to take it lightly.

In the state of Ohio, you can expect a considerable fine, driver’s license suspension and even jail if you are caught driving while drunk. By hiring a Cincinnati DUI Attorney you can bend the truth or present the better half of the story, so that the court will be lenient and give you another chance.


Get Behind the Wheel 0

Jan 25, 2012 by Admin in Practical Tips Tags:

You don’t need to own a car to live a happy life and solve urgent matters, as there are enough alternatives at your disposal. Most of those who decide not to own a vehicle are more than satisfied with the way public transportation works and wouldn’t trade its comfort for a little more independence. Still, there are occasions when a car would help you solve pressing issues and the only obvious solution seems to ask a friend for a ride. Imposing on buddies isn’t something people like to do though and for those who lack a vehicle but have a driver’s license the best way out is to rent a vehicle for a limited period of time.

By doing so, you will reach your destination faster, and you won’t need to wait for anyone or cause problems to your friends and relatives. It is not a budget draining experience and with so many companies offering such services, it should be fairly simple to find great deals. To start on the right foot, it is better to take a look at what websites such as FrugalDad can offer, because they will lead to significant discounts. This website is acting as a magnet for those who are looking for a coupon for car rental agencies, trying to extract as much value as possible from this deal.

Depending on how long you need the vehicle for, the prices can be higher or lower and this is why you need to take a better look at each coupon. A broad range of companies is listed, so you should first of all, consider those that have an office close to you, or serve the area where you plan to rent a car. Narrowing down the search is the first step in this operation and deciding between percentage or flat savings soon follows. If you need a car for a week or more, you would benefit greatly from a coupon for car rental agencies that guarantees a 35% discount, for example.

Once you land on this website and start browsing through the section destined to car rental discounts, it is all about fine tuning. The offers are numerous and the expiration date for most of them is not imminent, so it is up to you to make an educated decision and reduce the costs as much as possible. The good thing is that you can’t go wrong and no matter what you choose, you will wind up saving money.


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Stunning Scenery – Peaks of Mindanao 0

Jan 24, 2012 by Admin in Adventure Travel, Nature Trip Tags: ,

Belonging to the pacific ring of fire, the islands in the Philippines were formed through volcanic eruption years ago. Some historians theorized that during the ice age, when the sea level was low, land bridges emerged and provided access to the archipelago. When the ice age ended, the land bridges were submerged back again and 7,107 islands of the Philippines were formed.

Mindanao, probably the most culturally diverse island in the Philippines, is also home for the tallest peak in the entire country. Mount Apo, specifically located in southern Mindanao, the mountain is 9,692 ft. high, and it provides a magnificent view of Davao City, Digos City and Kidapawan City. It is a potentially active stratovolcano with a flattened tip and three peaks capped by a 500-meter-wide volcanic crater.
tudaya falls

I noticed within the past few years. The land formation has been a consistent itinerary for most educational trips. Being so isolated, the mountain has developed a bio diversity that has been luring many biologists to come and study the wildlife it has. There are a few wild Philippine Eagles thriving in the forest, but they are endangered of one day being gone from the wilds.

Furthermore, there a few numbers of the world’s biggest flower, Rafflesia scattered all over the slopes. Uniquely, the flower does not have stems, leaves and even true root. It is a parasitic plant that grows on the genus Tetrastigma as its sole host. The flower is noted for the unique smell it possesses somewhat like rotting flesh. These are just few things that make Mount Apo a good destination for an adventurous vacation.
Rafflesia

Speaking of adventure, some regions around the mountain are made up of cliffs and steep edges, which proved to be worthy for professionals who indulge in a wall climbing or rappelling. The foot of the mountain also holds some hot springs, which have a potential for eco tourism. Along with the magnificently refreshing springs are some waterfalls like the Tudaya. A small jet of water shoots from a cliff that forms a basin then runs down the rest of the land going to the sea in a stream.

All in all, these gifts from nature comprise the entirety of Mount Apo National Park. But, apart from this wildlife, it’s the stunning scenery that tops over all the beauty that the mountain beholds. Being a very high peak, it shows the surrounding dense forests and nearby sea waters. Its isolation made the forest a place of communion with nature.

Baking for Some Kitchen Therapy 0

Jan 24, 2012 by Admin in Practical Tips Tags:

Guest post written by Janice Chase

Our family has been going through all kinds of stuff lately. So I thought that it wouldn’t hurt to try and whip us up something nice in the kitchen this weekend. I like to cook but I love to bake. It’s just a whole lot more fun. Plus, it seems like less of a commitment that has an outcome that lasts for a little bit longer.

When I was online looking up some stuff about what I should bake, I ran across some stuff about how to declare bankruptcy. This is something that we’ve thought about anyway because it’s been really tough for us and I think that it would help our situation. But we’re still just thinking about it at this point.

I did find a few really good recipes that contain ingredients that we already have in our kitchen, so I opted to make one of those. I chose a dark chocolate cake that sounds so tasty! I’m a really big chocolate lover, especially when it comes in cake form. So I’m sure it will be a big hit with the rest of my family too.

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