KC

KC is very animated. She loves books. She loves reading. She loves the camera. Behind the camera. That's why I was very surprised when all of a sudden she said she created a YouTube channel. A book tube she said. A what?

I watched her first video and my Lord I literally cried. She is a natural! Her patience, creativity and pure innocence is so refreshing. 

Anyway, if you have the spare time please visit her channel and let me know what you think. 

http://youtu.be/sp9Bgt9gcdM

To my only princess, I'm your toughest critic but know that I'm your greates fan and number one supporter. But more than anything, me and dad are so proud of you! Soar high and enjoy your youth!

Restaurant Review: South Garden Quincy

If there is a place we frequently visit, it's South Garden. Firstly cause it's in my 'hood but also because it's comparable to Chinatown taste wise. As they say, to know  if an ethnic restaurant is really good-- go check who goes there. If it is frequented by people other than the ethnic people whose suppose to represent the place--- it's not authentic. The keyword there is authentic. I am not saying it it's not good. If you like watered-down, westernized version of the food, it could be good for you. To give an example, PF Chang's is good to so many non-Asian people but certainly not authentic enough for us. 

That said, this is authentic, good food and certainly the environment purports the Asian vibe. 

Asian TV show, check. Asian decor, check. Asian foodies, check!

 Again, if you are one of those fine dining only kind of people, then we can't be together dining out. 

On Fridays and Saturdays, be ready to wait for at least one hour for sitting. But our family love the food. 

Here's my regular order. 

Hot fried calamari--- crunchy and flavorful!

Haiyan chicken. Delicious! Personally, I'd order the duck version but Mr. Hubbs is not a fan of duck. 😜

Seafood topped pan fried crispy noodles. Extremely satisfying. The seafood is not the frozen type. The vegetable is always crunchy and fresh! 

Watercress sautéed in garlic. Simple dish which is utterly delicious. This visit, I think this was overdone but I attribute it to the Friday rich of customers. Usually, it is crunchy and fresh. 

This is my Asian comfort food. What about you, do you like going to ethnic restaurants?

Coming Home

Happy Friday!

This week has been a nightmare for me. The commute is just beyond ridiculous. 

But today is Friday and nothing beats coming home to these cuties!

Tell me your favorite thing to come home to!

College Talk Already?

Coming from outside after playing in the snow, I asked KC if she wanted to eat. She said yeah, prepping her pancake. I then told her steak is done. "Forget pancakes, I'm having steak!"

She comes over, hugs me tight then, " when I come home from college, you'll cook me steak, right?"

Huh? Oh, no! 

Fridah's Baby Shower

How's your weekend? Mine is awesome. Although it started out bad coz of a migraine, time spent with family and friends after is just priceless. 

Technically, you're supposed to only have ONE baby shower. But if you've got friends who'd like to throw you another, why not? It's just another reason to get together and party! If you ask me it's a win-win!

The baby shower was hosted by Marisol who, if you're a long time reader of this blog, you'd know she's one of my BFFs here in Boston. Her home was transformed to a baby-themed party while we were all packed, cozy and toasty inside while it was freezing out! We were late coz of my migraine and also coz Mr. Hubbs is going to work the nightshift this weekend. Anyway, when we got there all of them were there. I jokingly said " ang dami kong friends" coz you have to "beso" everyone. Hahahah!

We had a whole spread of food!

But the winner? This cake!

Everyone had fun with the games Marisol prepared! The "toilet paper diaper" is always fun! 

I realized we have so many babies in our group now! Look!

I didn't  have photos of the toddlers coz you know-- toddlers! They can't stay put! There's Precious, Yshi, Rap and Jem! 

But the greatest news is ....  another is on the way! My anak-anakan Iris is 4months pregnant! Wheeew, another baby shower soon! Here she is with her husband Bernard! 

As with any other gathering of our group, endless chatter and laughter and pictures! 

Blooming si Buntis!

Here I am with my BFFs! I'm genuinely sad that Grace is moving to another state but also happy that now she will be settled! 

Thank you for all the love and good times my dear friends! Gifts are appreciated but the memory and time spent are forever etched in our hearts!

Boston's Going to Another Parade

Those who follow me on Instagram already were flooded with Super Bowl updates. 

Today, Bostonians are braving the snowy sidewalks to celebrate and just to get a glimpse of their local heroes. As for me, my hero that game is Malcolm Butler! 

Will update you more but here's a photo of some kids going to the parade. This should make for an interesting commute!