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Whipping out 5,000+ dishes in a single day possible with Kraft Eden Cheese

by Jeric on December 27, 2009

in Events,Food

Last November 10, 2009, I blogged about Kraft Eden Cheese’s attempt to prepare 5,000 dishes out of cheese to beat the previous Guinness world record of 4,668 dishes set by India. And so, December 14 has come and hundreds of chefs and student-chefs from different culinary schools in the Philippines converged at the Araneta Coliseum to prepare 5,000 dishes with Kraft Eden Cheese.

Magsaysay Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Arts spearheaded the event while other schools including University of Regina Carmeli, St. Paul’s University, Centro Escolar University, Emilio Aguinaldo College, La Consolacion College, and Arellano University.

At the end of the day, the Philippines has beaten the previous Guinness world record of 4,668 dishes set by India with 5,845 dishes cooked and made with Kraft Eden Cheese. Beating the world isn’t really impossible as our country boasts of various culinary traditions from its 7,107 islands and of course, dishes are made extra special with Kraft Eden Cheese.

“During these challenging times, it is important to remember not what we have lost but what we still have as a nation,” Alex Tacderas, Category Marketing Manager for Cheese and Spoonables, Kraft Foods Philippines said.

“We hold in or hands the innate Filipino creativity and love for food which, when put together, can empower our pride for our country.”

Check the Sarap ng Buhay website for various cheesy recipes you could cook using Kraft Eden Cheese!

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I’M AN EMOTIONAL EATER

by Jeric on December 4, 2009

in Food,Rants,Thought Cloud

and I hate myself for being one!

FML.

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The First National Thank You Day Awards

by Jeric on November 25, 2009

in Blogging,Celebrities,Entertainment,Events,Food

I’m not really a fan of chocolates. But, whenever my mom would bring home chocolates I couldn’t resist to take a bite. Besides, chocolate does wonders on one’s mood and or feelings. Giving chocolates to show appreciation is also sweet and heartwarming, right?

Did you know that in 2006, Reader’s Digest conducted the “Great Reader’s Digest Global Courtesy Test” and among the 25 countries who participated in the said test, Manila ranked #22 land it in the least courteous list. Have we forgotten to say “Thank yous” to show appreciation and show gratefulness? Good thing, Toblerone started the fist National Thank You Day in October 20, 2007 and is now celebrated annually.

National Thank You Day Awards 2009 held November 20, 2009 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall

National Thank You Day Awards 2009 held November 20, 2009 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall

This year’s celebration of the National Thank You Day is made even more special with the introduction of the first National Thank You Day Awards held November 20 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, which aims to recognize outstanding individuals who the Filipino think deserve the country’s sincerest Thank You. For this year’s awards, among the nominees are People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao, the late Francis M., Comedy King Dolphy, Daniel Razon, Efren Peñaflorida and former President Corazon Aquino.

Alongside with the awards, a photo competition was also held called “Spread the Sweetness of Gratitude Photo Competition.”

Winners are: Remi Ann Sta. Cruz’s “My Best Playmate Ever,” Jordana Quedding’s “Walang Iwanan,” and Pat Lorico’s “Smooch and Pooch.”

It was then revealed that the First National Thank You Day Award goes to Former President Corazon C. Aquino (Posthumous).

Ms. Viel Aquino-Dee accepts the her late mother Former President Corazon Aquino's award

Ms. Viel Aquino-Dee accepts the her late mother Former President Corazon Aquino's award

The award was accepted by Ms. Viel Aquino-Dee. I didn’t expect anyone from the Aquino family to accept the award. I was really going ballistic in my seat during the program because I want to have my picture taken with Viel Aquino-Dee. Star struck talaga. Praise the Lord because I was able to approach her and had my picture taken even though a group of media people is already mobbing her.

Ms. Viel Aquino-Dee

Ms. Viel Aquino-Dee

Thank you to my sister Dianne for taking this super fantabulous photo. Thank you always to our digital camera (and the memory card) for not acting up!

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The 7-Eleven Hotdog Sanwich and the Big Bite Match

by Jeric on November 18, 2009

in Blogging,Events,Food

If there’s one thing I usually buy from the nearby 7-Eleven that would be the 7-Eleven Hotdog Sandwich. As I’ve said on my previous post, I “binge-eat” a lot! There are times, when I would gobble two hotdog sandwiches while drinking a cup of 7-Eleven not-so-pricey brewed coffee in one sitting. Weird combination, I know! Besides, I have a weird palate, so you really can’t blame me.

When I heard about 7-Eleven’s Big Bite Match— The 1st Big Bite Hotdog-Eating Contest, I got really excited. No, I have no intentions in joining that hotdog-eating contest. I got really excited because of the Big Bite Combo! For P150, you get five hotdog sandwiches and a big Gulp drink. I’m not really sure if the promo is still ongoing. But, seriously, the 7-Eleven Hotdog Sandwich with ketchup and Manhattan dressing is addicting.

7-Eleven's The Big Bite Match

7-Eleven's The Big Bite Match

Enough with my 7-Eleven Hotdog Sandwich addiction. :P

In other 7-Eleven news, 7-Eleven crowned the First Filipino Gurgitator last November 14, Saturday, at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall during the finals of 7-Eleven’s Big Bite Challenge. I witnessed how the 25 “eating machines” from around the country gobble tons of hotdog sandwiches to be named as the “First Filipino Gurgitator.” The Big Bite Match is HUGE! In the end, Leopoldo Quinto, Jr. from Baclaran 4 7-Eleven store brought home P500,000 after eating 13 hotdogs during the initial round and another 4 hotdogs during the tie-breaker with Kyle De Guzman of Dagupan 7-Eleven Store.

Kyle De Guzman (left), the first runner up, brought home P150,000.00.

Kyle De Guzman (left), the first runner up, brought home P150,000.00.

Here’s the complete list of winners:

1st Place – Leopoldo Quinto Jr. (P500,000)
2nd Place – Kyle de Guzman (P150,000)
3rd Place – Edwin Duque
4th Place – John Paul Argoncillo
5th Place – Alejandro Villarino,
6th Place – Jose Rivera
7th Place – Domingo Beltrano

PS: I also love 7-Eleven’s brewed coffee and flavored coffee, especially the Blueberry Tea Latte!

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