Cafés in Iloilo: Seattle's Best Coffee | How to make homemade Cappuccino? SUPER EASY:NO MACHINE.

Feed your Spirit: [John 6:35]

Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life.

Whoever comes to me will never go hungry,

and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

Iloilo City, Philippines is the “City of Love”

It is undeniable that it continues to improve

over the years and along with these developments,

many business ventures also came about.

Have you noticed that there have already

been countless coffee shops all around the City?

Seattle's Best Coffee - If you are in the mood to chill

or chit chat with some friends, then it's time for you to grab a cup

at Seattle's Best Coffee.

Where there mission is: To consistently provide each and

every guest with a perfect cup of coffee.

Okay, I just read that somewhere, and we just happened to pass by and got attracted on their fancy-looking furniture. The Cafe does not only serve the best coffee but also seasonal drinks and delightful sweet treats.

But, if you're the type of person who does not like going out much, fear not because we're going to teach you How To Make Homemade Cappuccino which is just as delicious.

Procedure with LOVE:

if you're using instant coffee,
-COOK THE COFFEE IN HOT WATER or BREW IT LIKE I DID (if you're using ground)

-Heat up the milk until bubbles start to appear.
-Remove from heat and beat it very well until it becomes super bubbly.
-Pour it in your coffee and hold the froth with a spoon.
-When all the milk is in, scrape down the foam.
-Top with cinnamon and serve hot.

ENJOY!

Chips Delight Butterscotch Cupcake

Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life.
Whoever comes to me will never go hungry,
and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
John 6:35 


I was just at the Supermarket when I passed by this very awesome, I think
and very delicious

Chips Delight Butterscotch Mix.

And if you don't know
me, which I'm sure
you don't.

I am a big fan of Chips Delight.
From Chocolate Chip Cookies,
Peanut Butter to Caramel you 
name it.

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So, I was instantly hooked like
"Chips Delight, I want that! I need that! I'm being crazy!"


Basically, you just need to follow the instructions written on the box but if you want to see me do it and be silly (Click Me). 




Ingredients with Love: Just follow the instructions on the box.


This is my first time making something butterscotch, and let me tell you
Butterscotch is really delicious on its own. 

Feel free to add some nuts, chocolate chips and whatever you like.

As for me, I  topped it with lemon buttercream or you can drizzle some caramel sauce.

ENJOY!

Proverbs 15:13 A happy heart makes the face cheerful ü

Cafés in Iloilo: Cafe Diem | How to make NO BAKE Smore in a Core?

Feed your Spirit: [John 6:35]

Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life.

Whoever comes to me will never go hungry,

and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

Iloilo City, Philippines is the “City of Love”

It is undeniable that it continues to improve

over the years and along with these developments,

many business ventures also came about.

Have you noticed that there have been

countless coffee shops all around the city?

Cafe Diem - If you are a true coffee lover

For sure by now, you know that the name of this

coffee shop is a play on the Latin Words

"Carpe Diem" which means "Seize the day!"

Even from the vintage-like facade of the cafe

You'll see a big statement above saying 

"Seize the day with a cup or two." and tell me if you wouldn't be enticed.

The Cafe's main branch is apparently in Miag-ao, Iloilo, and truth be told,

I would not have found out about them if they haven't opened a branch here in the City.

The just celebrated their 2nd anniversary last December 2016 after they have

opened their city branch a month before that. Or so I heard.

I was not surprised to see many customers inside and despite all the laptops

set up, I still see a group of friends talking to each other instead of looking

at their gadgets.

Truly, this place is engaging. I was just craving for a taste of Ice Cream that day so I asked if their Smore in a Core is available with a side of Grilled PB & J Ala Mode. 

The Smore in a Core is a classic chocolate mug cake. Mug cakes, I'm not really a fan of. I feel like on the Ice Cream saves the day. Anyway, I was inspired to make a No-Bake Version of this. (Procedure Here)

Ingredients with Love: (NO BAKE)
[] Graham Crackers (Crushed or Whole)
[] Chocolate Melts (milk optional)
[] Marshmallows
[] Ice Cream

Procedure:
-Choose a desired container
-Layer with Graham Crackers
-Melted Chocolate
-Soft and Chewy Marshmallows

How to melt the chocolate?
-Heat up your 1/2 cup milk and pour it over
1/2 cup chopped chocolates
-Stir this mixture if chocolates have softened
-If not, put over low heat and stir until fully dissolved

If your using Chocolate Melts
-Slice into small pieces and put over low heat
while continuing to stir to avoid chocolate burns
-or microwave

How to soften marshmallows?
-Place in a heat proof container (with a generous brushing of oil)
If there is one thing I learned about mallows is that they are so
sticky to the core.
-Put over low heat or in the oven, mix well

 I had so much fun making this one and honestly, it is so easy and tastes so good too.

NO BAKE SMORE in a CORE 

ENJOY!

Cafés in Iloilo: BnB Charcoal Burger | How to make Charcoal Burger?

Feed your Spirit: [John 6:35]

Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life.

Whoever comes to me will never go hungry,

and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

Iloilo City, Philippines is the “City of Love”

It is undeniable that it continues to improve

over the years and along with these developments,

many business venture also came about.

BnB Charcoal Burger - Located near

Iloilo Science and Technology University.

Prides itself in serving a variety of its

unique burger infused with bamboo charcoal.

Hence, the charcoal burger.

BnB means Burgers and Beers.

The place can easily be modified to match the

seasons mood, and because we went there on

a February you can obviously tell its

overflowing with love. <3

The burger may be a descedant of Burger King's

Kuro Burger in Japan, the BnB Chain

still has many distinct qualities.

Unlike modern fast food chains, BnB's vibe

is close to nature allowing you to breath

fresh air, relax with the sweet music,

and mingle with friends.

Since the chain opens until 9pm,
Many customers already got the
chance to “dine under the stars.”

If you're craving for a charcoal burger breakfast

Here's how you can make your own, at home.

Ingredients with Love:
[] 1/2 cup warm milk or water
(dip your finger should feel close to body temperature)
[] 1/2 tsp sugar
[] 2.25 tsp yeast
[] 1 small egg or 1/2 large beaten egg
[] 1.5 Tbsp melted butter
[] 1&1/2 cups bread flour or AP flour will do
[] drop of concentrated squid ink or food dye

Procedure:
Pour water, sugar and yeast into a bowl
Let proof for about 5 minutes or until poofy
Add half of the flour, salt beaten egg, melted butter and mix
Add the rest of the flour mix and dab in the food color
knead in the color on a work surface for 5-8 minutes until
dough is smooth and elastic. (not dry)
Oil a bowl and place in the dough
Make sure to smother the dough in oil as well
Let it rise for 1 hour then take it out and punch it down
divide it into balls and place on a wax paper for final rise (30 minutes)
Brush on some egg wash (beaten egg + 1T milk or water)
and sprinkle sesame seeds
Bake at 375 F for 20-25 minutes

I must say, we made quite a replica of the burger,

although we didn't make it using bamboo charcoal,

feel free to do so on your own.

We also couldn't get our hands on pure squid ink

so we had to resort to food dye. Anyways, here is a step by step

tutorial on how to make this simple bun at home. Also, a  

short feature of the BnB Charcoal Burger Chain.

Click Here :]

BnB Charcoal Burger

Enjoy!

Cafés in Iloilo: Aldea's Cafe | How to make Sans Rival?

Feed your Spirit: [John 6:35] Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life.

Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me

will never be thirsty.”

Iloilo City, Philippines is the “City of Love”

It is undeniable that it continues to improve over the years

and along with these developments, many business venture also came about.

Have you noticed that there have been countless coffee shops all around the city?

Aldea’s Coffee Bar and Restaurant - located along Festive Walk Mega World. 

It serves a variety of Frappe, Tea, Fruit Beverage, Cakes, Pastries

and many more. The restaurant’s vibe is soothing.

A very good place to release stress, study,

catch-up with friends or have a date with that special someone.

One of their treats is called Choco Sans Rival - a Filipino Classic

This dessert rooted from the

French Cake called Dacquoise. 

If you don’t have

time to go out and

indulge yourself in

this dessert, we will

show you how easy

it is to make

Sans Rival in

the comforts of

your own home.

The ingredients are simple

and easy to find:

Ingredients with Love -

[] 3 egg whites

[] 2/3 cup Ground Nuts (here I used Almond Flour or Ground Almonds)

   -You may use ground cashews, pistachios, hazelnuts, pecans etc.

[] 1 cup powdered sugar

   -You may leave this out if you don't have any on hand (see brown sugar)

[] 1/3 cup brown sugar

   -If you don't have powdered sugar, you can use just 1/2 cup regular sugar

 to make the meringue

[] 1/3 cup cake flour or AP flour will do

[] cocoa powder, whole cashews and salt optional

Procedure:

Sift all the dry ingredients together

If you are not using powdered sugar, don't sift the regular sugar

We will combine all of it to the egg whites to make the meringue

Beat the egg whites until foamy or very frothy

Gradually add (by Tablespoon) regular sugar

Beat until glossy and holds a semi-stiff peak when you lift the beater

(You may use an electric mixer)

Fold the egg whites gently to the dry ingredients

Once combined, you may pour it in a cake pan, baking sheet

or do what I did. Piping the batter to shape them.

Bake in a preheated 300F /150C oven until firm and golden brown

about 45-50 minutes just keep an eye on it.

Freeze to cool cookies before icing with the frosting of your choice.

We made a Mini Sans Rival Cake with this recipe

but you can exercise many options.

Here is a video of the step-by-step

instructions and a view of Aldea’s Coffee Bar and Restaurant. 

CLICK HERE :]

Aldea's Cafe and Sans Rival

Enjoy!