How do you call yourself?

You probably wonder as to why did i come up with this title. Well, on July 29, 2011 our friends' daughter celebrated her 7th birthday at Coffee N' More Restaurant (belated happy birthday Cje). It was a fun filled night with lots of dancing and all - but before that of course, the waiter served some of their delicacies. You can see from these photos that it looked like a fish roll. I checked google but found nothing of this sort online. Here, have a closer look on the next photo and tell me if you happen to know what is this called.

The fish was rolled with some veggies inside (can you say fish meat, anyway?). On top if it are basil leaves,sliced and ground chilies, and lettuces. I can vouch that this Thai food is delectable and juicy. However, for those who are not fond of spicy food, you have been warned! But then again, i think it's worth a try.

 BON APPETIT!

Edited: I was told by a friend that this is another Pla Thaptim cooked differently. They call it spicy steamed thaptim.

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Thai Lechon?

Lechon is a popular food in Spain and in almost all of its colonial possessions around the world. The word "Lechon was derived from the Spanish word leche which means milk, thus its literal translation in English would be roasted suckling pig.

It is prepared throughout the year more specifically during weddings, birthdays, holidays, and other occasions. The pig is cooked and is placed over burning charcoals whilst being roasted on all sides for several hours - until the skin becomes crispy.

On June 11, 2011 in Thailand, the Filipino community celebrated the Philippine's 113th independence. Each region presented its popular dish to the community. The region 4 with the help of Mr. Primo managed to obtain a lechon. Kudos to him! I was not able to taste the lechon, though.  Anyway, here is the Thai Lechon in three different shots.

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Pinoy Halo-Halo in Thailand

When we celebrated the 113th Philippine Independence on June 11, 2011 at the Amarin Lagoon Hotel in Phitsanulok, Thailand - the place was like a typical Philippine venue. Most of the men were wearing the Philippine national costume of Barong Tagalog while the women were so elegant in their Filipiniana attire. 

The costume though superb was not at par with the food (enough of that aight? - This is foodie blog, remember?). Each of the archipelago's regions boasted their unique and mouthwatering specialties. As a member of Region 4, the home of the brave (wink)  - we prepared the so popular halo halo. The ingredients looked so yummy in the watermelon shell. I just loved it!

While everyone was busy doing their stuff, i too was busy taking photos of the halo halo. Here are some of the photos in different angles.

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Scrambled Eggs and Anchovy

"Bon" was unanimously declared the new head chef of "Villa Palawena" last night. He showcased his cooking prowess when he bested me and the former Kitchen Queen, Chonette. Thanks to his pinakbet that put him to the highest post in the villa.

This morning, as i was dozing myself to stay in bed longer, the aroma of his scrambled eggs and anchovy greeted me with open arms. Their aroma just technically woke me up as if commanding me to stand up. 

Our breakfast was superb and way better than yesterday. I think he is putting something to make his dishes tasty and there is a technique that needs to be followed. With that magic (lol),  I'm sure he has a long way ahead of him. Anyways, his scrambled eggs and anchovy can also be of help to put himself higher than his post to date hehe.

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Veggies for Tonight

A new friend who just arrived from the Philippines cooked a tasty lunch dish called "Pinakbet". The word pinakbet or pakbet originated from the northern regions of the Philippines specifically in Ilocos. It's a combination of string beans, squash and eggplant to name a few.

As i have said, his pakbet was tasty that triggered me to make a food blog and named it Scrumptious Foodies (thanks for giving me a wonderful idea "BON"). It also matched the weather today when again, winter is being experienced in a Thai summer. I am sure that the temperature dropped significantly today as it is been raining for almost two days now. 

So, just before i go for my evening stint at a language school, i put it on a plate and started shooting.

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