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Friday, March 30, 2007

The" Philippines famous Peanuts " :


Hello,Everyone.Good Evening!
I'm now in good mood to share you all more about our Philippine "Peanuts".
Peanuts became a basic source of protein for millions of people.
And the Peanut Industry is not only huge in the Philippines but the reach goes far.
Now we know that the fat found in peanuts is actually good for us
based on search results.
Small seed peanuts are rich in oil and usually grown for peanut butter.
In the Philippines,boiled peanuts are a staple snack.
They're labeled, nilagang mani and it has many devoted fans.
And another Philippine Pride which can not be missed is the "Kare - Kare"(shown in this picture,the one in the middle) {stewed oxtail,calf's foot and tripe in a thick sauce of grounded and roasted peanuts.
Wow!So delicious!
I can not wait not to eat that.
You should taste it ,too.
I like it so much,maybe you're going to like it too if you tasted it!!!
Have a great meal to each and everyone!!!
God Blessed Us!

Thursday, March 29, 2007

" The Philippine Mango " :


Hello Everyone!
I'm here to share you about our delicious and our
National fruit known as, "Mango". Philippine
Mango (National Fruit) is known worldwide as
the best tasting variety of Carabao in the world.
Philippine Mangoes has the distinct rich taste,
no turpentine taste, nor fibrous and nutritional
value compared to....
" Mango" , the Philippine National fruit is the third most important fruit crop of the country
based on export volume and value.
Thank you very much for reading these......
Have a nice Day to each and everyone!!!
And Have a fruitful Day!!!Thank you!

Monday, March 26, 2007

Good Evening everybody!
Today,I will share you something about our finest beer ever in the Philippines.
Beacuse , I can't think of any topics to be discussed.
The Philippine SAN MIGUEL BEER, Best beer ever had,
only I cannot find it in any country.
It is the best beer in the world as long it is ice cold.
This is proudly made Philippine product.
A lot of variety has comeout that is related to San Miguel product. But the San Miguel beer is the best!
Taste it!

...Have a nice day to all!

Monday, March 19, 2007

"Houses in the Philippines":

Good Morning Everybody!

I am here,again.

Now,I'll share you anything about the "houses " in the Philippines.

Here, to make a real house, you need to show your architect, and you should have a unique vision for your Philippine house.

Nowadays,we have for sale houses
by owner.
All houses on sale here are by the property owner direct.

There are many houses dump site and dwellers of their earn money for scavenging garbage, like such as a ,"Smoky mountain ".

We still have animation houses, most of these, but not all are operated by small companies, or home - based operation, thus, making it hard for them to utilized their full potential.

Contemporary dream houses are an abundance of exotic building material houses,

surprisingly with so much colors in the architecture of those local houses.

We still have typical Spanish house style like this that's been shown here in my picture today.

In the Provinces, there are still bamboo houses, but then, some are modern built.
In Manila, most of the houses are condominiums.

" The Philippines has long been known for it's creative designs" ; in houses, in furniture, and for their skill.

That is all I can think of to say, and , I just wanted to share these with you all.

God Bless to all of us!!!

Sunday, March 18, 2007

The "Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines":


Good Afternoon everybody!
I am here to share all I know about the beautiful tourist spot,
and it is the " Banaue Rice Terraces ".
The BANAUE RICE TERRACES are part of the Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras,
ancient sprawling man - made structures from 2000-6000 years.
The fact that they were constructed using only primitive tools and bare hands to makes it even more astounding.
It is revealed to be full of history.
It is located in a place aptly called Mountain Province.
It is considered wondrous creation.
These terraces have been the "Great Pyramid of the Philippines ".
It is the pride of the Philippines, because,the ifugaos carved the mountain by hand.
But these legends never that told us that someone taught them how to do it.
This is such a beautiful place!!!
Really it is!
Have a nice day!!!

Friday, March 16, 2007

Philippine Saint : " Sto .Nino ".


Good Evening everybody!
Today, I would like to share more about our sacred and very famous "Sto.Nino".
Catholics are happy to die for God.
The saints cult was and is wide spread on the Philippines.
It is said that displaying a red welcome Sto.Nino in your home will welcome and bless anyone who comes to your home ,
while a green one will bless and attract costumers to your place of work or business.
The feast of the Sto.Nino, is a good day to ask for a special gift from the Lord,
Him who understands what it means to grow up and under less-than-perfect.
Novenas are made especially in honor of the saints to ask their intercession for certain benefits.
It can be found inside the house or Churches.
That is all I can think of to say about our Beloved Sto.Nino.
Have a goodnight to each and everyone!!!

Monday, March 12, 2007

Talked about Philippines Famous Beach Ressorts....


Good Day to everyone!
Whenever you feel like going to beaches and resorts, think about...,Philippines!
You will all be having a wonderful stay that'll can be an unforgettable experience.
It is very good for relaxing to stay the whole time in the hotel resort, making spa etc.
The resorts and dive bases are located on the beaches around Puerto Galera (Sabang Beach, small Lalaguna).

Saturday, March 10, 2007

"The Philippine Fruits" that only Philippine has.....


Good Afternoon,everybody!
I will show you our delicious and very juicy fruits of the Philippines.
The authority has developed macapuno trees that yield 80 percent macapuno fruits.
The trees grow in abundance in Albay.
The Philippine has more than 300 edible fruits
and nut species but only a few are commercially cultivated.
In terms of production,banana,pineapple and mango are the major fruits grown here.
That is all I can think of to discuss right now....until then.
Thank you so much!
Have a Good Day!!!

Friday, March 9, 2007

"The Philippine Ati-Atihan Dance Festival":


Good Day to everyone!
Today is Saturday, and I will share you something about the Ati-atihan festival here in the Philippines.
It is a group of Filipinos dancing in the streets wearing their tribal and colorful costumes.
And putting oil and charcoal powder all over their bodies to make them look like tribal people.
It has been known as the wildest group of Filipinos performing in the middle of the crowd among the Philippine fiestas celebrated all year round.
Ati-Atihan means," make - believe Atis".
They are feel free to the dance with the best of them,
enjoying all the way.
Showing their best and to their spectacular styles in dancing.
The informality of the Philippine Festival is what makes it so great and allows everyone to participate,
dance to the beat of the drum while chanting "Hala Bira"!!!
It is enjoyable to take photos of them in the middle of the tribal groups.
Tourists and we, all Filipinos do have fun by watching them feel the groove.
Come on,Let's watch them!
Have a great day!!!

Thursday, March 8, 2007

" The Pedicab ".


Good Morning Everybody!
Today is Friday,and we will talk about the Pedicab, known as"sidecar" or "padyak".
It is a small three-wheeled vehicle having a seat, pedals, and handlebars in front for the operator, a usually hooded cab in back for.
It is one of the famous transportation here in the Philippines.
This pedicab is very easy to use.
No need to put gasoline.
It also offers a comfortable, enjoyable and economical alternative to motor.
Just comfortably sitting down and relax
and the pedicab operator will bring you and
go along the way with you ,wherever you please to go.
Pedicab is an excellent way to make money, too.
Make friends, and keeping fit.
This is important service to tired tourists and are unfairly targeted.
Have a great day riding on it!!!

Tuesday, March 6, 2007

" The Rizal Park "

Good Morning Everybody!!!

I wanna share you all about Rizal park.
Rizal Park is situated in the heart of the city of Manila,Philippines.
It is at northern end of Roxas,Boulevard overlooking Manila Bay.
It was called the "Bagumbayan" (English: New Town) in Spanish Colonial Era,and later known as Luneta.

The park was the site of Jose Rizal's execution on December 30,1896,whose martyred death made him a hero of the Philippine Revolution.
It was officially renamed Rizal Park in tribute to him.
That is all I can think of to say about Rizal Park.
Get educated!

Have a nice Day!!!

Monday, March 5, 2007

Our Philippine Flag:


Good Morning,everybody!
This is our Philippine Flag.
It has three stars and a sun.
The symbols on the white triangle of the Philippine flag are an eight rayed sun and three stars in gold.
The sun represents the dawning...Alapan,Imus,Cavite where the Philippine flag received it's baptism of fire and blood.
The Philippine National flag made it's 1st public appearance at General Aguinaldo's declaration of Independence from Spain.
Prior to this flag,there were several Katipunan flags and war banners, and some of the revolutionary generals had their own flags,some of which stand some similarity to the present National flag.
Have a peaceful day!!!

Saturday, March 3, 2007

The Satisfying flavor of the "Lechon Baboy":


Good Afternoon!
It's year of the pig,right?!
But,here in the Philippines everyday is year of the pig if you can afford to buy it.
It is really juicy and delicious and had a satisfying flavor.
Not all Filipinos can afford to buy a whole "LECHON",sticked-on a bamboo and it's been grilled on a charcoal with fire.
Slapped and been spreaded by their own choice of sauce.
Hummmm....I can't wait not to eat this kind of food.
But,Beware!!!!....full of cholesterol.
Have a nice day!!!

Friday, March 2, 2007

The Famous "JEEPNEY":


Good Evening everybody!
I would like to tell you more about "jeepney".
It is really fun to ride on a jeep.
Can you see the man standing on the back of it even if it is loaded?
Here, in the Philippines,you will find jeepneys on the road wherever you go and the fare is very cheap.
And it is really fun to ride here because, the radio's are very loud and the drivers drive fast and cool.
Even though all seats were taken and all occupied,they were still shouting to get the attention of the passengers.
For example,they were shouting "Baclaran!Baclaran!"It is a place or the destination where the jeepneys route.
Know more about it when you visit the Philippines!
Have a Happy ride!!!

Thursday, March 1, 2007

Products that are made in the Philippines have good qualities:


Good Evening!!!
In some parts of the province,we can see so many people are creating their own products to be exported outside the country.
We,Filipinos are very creative.
People here in the Philippines are exporting things,like bags,baskets,vases,belts ,fans,etc.
They were doing hand made products.
Mostly,people in the provinces.
Even in Manila they were thinking what can be sold out.
In other country,they were using machines.
But,in the Philippines,they do manuals.
That's why products have good qualities and it is worth buying.
Thank you so much!
And Have a pleasant day to each and everyone.!!!