I went to my sister’s family’s house for dinner. They had ordered pizza from Lamppost Pizza. My parents just landed and visiting from the Philippines. They wanted pizza.

There were a few key spices that made a difference. The inclusion of Anise seeds, Chile Pepper* (not Chili Powder) and Mustard Powder give it a “kick” that keeps you digging your fork in for more!

I know I’ll get hell for this, but sometimes you need comfort food and this is comfort food from my childhood. It was not uncommon to have a fried egg, rice and spam for breakfast. Not glamorous by any means, but meant to satisfy…

Sometimes you can’t always have the time to cook a meal. This new category on my blog that will capture the essence of my dinners in one photograph won’t always be about my home-cooked meals…

Chicken and Buttermilk & Chive Dumplings with a 2008 Los Vascos Sauvingnon Blanc.

DinnerInDisguise – October 26, 2009. Small 5 oz Filet Mignon (I tried for medium rare and got more of a medium) and Seared Scallops (note for future, no seasoning if you are using butter) with a glass (or two) of Pinot Noir