Our family loves cooking.  To be honest, my husband is a better cook than I am and for that I am grateful.  I do the regular menu cooking on weekdays and he does the weekend special menu for the family.
A few weekends ago, I shared on my social media accounts some photos of the Turbo Buttered Garlic Salmon using Seaking Wild Alaskan Keta Salmon Slab packs my husband specially cooked one beautiful lunch day.

Seaking sent us Salmon packs to try which are Keta Salmon Chunks, Pink Salmon Steak, and Keta Salmon Slab.  These packs cost around Php200 - Php 300 in the market so it's really practically affordable.
 What you'll need:

• 2 packs of 200gram Seaking Keta Salmon Slab
• 1 whole garlic head
• 1 whole lemon
• 1/4 cup melted butter (margarine could be an alternative)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• Salt
• Pepper
• Vegetables (your choice, for this recipe we used broccoli and Baguio beans)

7.  Put the chopped vegetables under the fish.
8.  Set the turbo oven to 250 degrees and cook for 30 - 45 mins.  It's easy to cook there's no need to turn the fish.  The vegetables are also cooked nicely underneath.
9.  Serve with steamed rice or thick soup or devour it as it is.

It's so easy to prepare and cook!  You may place the beautifully cooked Seaking Salmon Slabs on a large plate with the veggies on the side.  You may enjoy it as it is or dip it soy sauce or Japanese mayo.  This meal serves 5 - 7 persons.

Mommies, you've seen in my posts about my latest laundry discovery, yes, ang DOWNY may DETERGENT NA!  Since its discovery, my laundry life has never been the same. When I saw it already available in the supermarket, August pa lang yun, they haven't launched yet online nor sa TV, my first reaction was, "Wow!  Downy Detergent?!  For sure ang bango nito!"

I've always imagined before pa na what if ang Downy magka-detergent na, for sure amoy Downy yun!  Ang funny because I personally replace fresh and good-smelling clothes to Downy na.  Finally, I've got what I've secretly longed for and I could say I've found the ONE I need for laundry. Kilala niyo naman ako mga mommies, I won’t recommend something na hindi maganda, effective, at makakatulong sa ating mga nanay.

I am so happy to be one of the firsts to test the new Downy Detergent.  When I was sent the Hulabada box, I was more than thrilled to give in to that unboxing!


So that weekend, I immediately tried the New Downy Detergent and let me tell you how much I love this newest laundry innovation from Downy!


1.  It has the world’s first-ever Perfume Boosters that gives your laundry an elevated pleasant experience.  The perfume boosters are the reasons for the long-lasting Downy Scent that you will smell all throughout your laundry.  Sabi ko nga diba, when you hear the word DOWNY, ang synonym nito ay MABANGO.

2.  Superior Cleaning Formula.  Not only it leaves your clothes smelling so good but it cleans it really well!  With its superior cleaning formula, your clothes will be sparkling clean. I tried the blue Downy Detergent variant on my yellowish clothes na, and amazing talaga!  Parang magic na naging sparkling clean and pumuti sila.

3.  Mild on hands.  I wash my clothes both via machine and hands.  Nilalabhan ko kasi ang mga intimates ko with hands.  I’ve tried a lot of other detergents and sensitive ang hands ko sa mga masyadong matatapang na mga formula.  But with Downy Detergent, hindi na-irritate ang mga hands ko.  The new Downy Detergent is really mild on hands.  Try it for yourselves mga mommies!
I couldn’t stress how much I love the new Downy Detergent!  Truly, I’ve found the ONE for me!  For me, Downy has all the qualities I am looking for in an effective laundry detergent.  Mabango. Malinis ang mga damit.  Mild sa mga kamay!


After washing our clothes with Downy Detergent, the signature scent of Downy ay amoy na amoy!  Even when you fold it and keep it in the closet, after a week before using yung shirt na nilabhan ko, it still smells as if it's freshly washed!  If you air dry it or leave newly washed clothes sa sampayan, abot hanggang kanto yung amoy.  Hahaha but kidding aside, you'll really smell the perfume boosters that's in the detergent.   Indeed super nakaka-good vibes or good mood maglaba using Downy.

I'm sure many moms who wash regularly would agree to the saying that no matter how tiring cleaning or washing it, it's still therapeutic to us.  The thought of cleanliness and the scent that goes with it spells fulfillment and achievement.  Ito mga mommies, you elevate that sense of fuflfillment when you use this newest from Downy because hindi pa man tapos ang labahin, alam mong achieve na achieve mo na ang clean and perfume smelling clothes that only Downy Detergent could achieve for us mga mommies.

So bago pa magka-ubusan sa supermarket, I really encourage you to try the #NEWDOwnyDETERGENT today and see for yourselves what the buzz is all about!  Mapapa-I've found the ONE ka rin for sure!

Downy Detergent is available in leading supermarkets and groceries nationwide in different sizes:

• 1Wash 43g, PHP10

• Jumbo 70g, PHP16

• Small Bag 680g, PHP145

• Big Bag 1410g, PHP295

If natry niyo na mga momsh, tag me in your stories or testimonies about your laundry using Downy Detergent and use the hashtags #MommyPracticality.

For more information, details, and updates, follow Downy Philippines on Facebook and Instagram too!  For more stories, you may follow their hashtags too mga momsh #MayForeverCleanAndFresh #NewDownyDETERGENT

Women are expected to play dual roles at all times: a leader in the workplace and a hands-on mom; a good daughter and partner; an expert on her line of work and a multi-faceted performer.  For all the things that a woman wishes to be, she has to live through society’s expectations, working twice as hard so she can double up her function.

Olay partners with Lazada in its biggest Super Brand Day event with a release of its latest
online video focused on how single moms double up twice as much. This video reveals that one
of the toughest roles women take on is parenting, especially when done all by yourself.
OLAY x LAZADA Supporting Women who Double up

Olay reaches out to every single mother to value self-care, allowing them to double up with less effort. These are for the women who work twice as much and still radiate a different kind of beauty, a beauty that exceeds beyond their struggles. She is able to Glow Up beyond supreme challenges, and her partner: The Olay Power Duo - Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream and Olay White Radiance Light Perfecting Essence.

“Doubling up as a parent and a professional is no easy task,” says Alexandra Vogler, Associate Director of Procter & Gamble Beauty, Digital Transformation & Communications and mother of  2 young children. “By sharing the touching story featured in the Olay Monster film, we hope to inspire more people to see doubling up on responsibilities as a strength—and ultimately for women to live their lives fearlessly"

As these brands continue its efforts in inspiring women, this collaboration between Olay and Lazada provides a platform to help women gain easy access to products to complete a full skin care routine at their convenience. So, whether they are at work, at the gym, or winding down with their children in bed, this Lazada partnership equips mothers who double up their role with the Power Duo that also works twice as hard as them.

Olay x Lazada supports single moms and all fearless women who know how to double up.  Let’s celebrate during the Super Brand Day on October 7, 2019 with amazing deals from Olay and join the conversations how single moms lift each other up.

This film is made for women by women. Women of P&G, Lazada, and the agency all took part in conceptualization, production, and execution of the video.

Halloween Trick or Treat is just around the corner!  I am fully aware of it that's why, I've come up with this list of events for your kids as early as this month (yes, it's still September)!   It's an annual listing I come up with which my blog readers and social friends (like on Facebook Page and Instagram) anticipate excitedly.

I'm sure if you're a parent like me, you're already preparing what costume to dress your kids up or already planning which venue will they go trick or treating!  So here it is moms and dads!


BELLVUE HOTEL MANILA
Haunted Mansion 2019
WHEN: October 26, 2019
TIME: 2PM - 5PM
WHERE: Grand Ballroom
FEE: PHP 1,200 NET
For more information, like them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebellevuemanila/  For inquiries, please call Café d' Asie at (02) 771 8181.  You may also purchase tickets at Early Bird price at events.thebellevue.com
#BellevueManila #BellebooHauntedMansion

ACTIVE FUN
Spooktacular Halloween Costume Party
WHEN: October 24, 2019 (Powerplant Mall and Shoppesville Greenhills | October 25, 2019 (BGC)
TIME: Starts at 3:00 PM
FEE: Php 700 (Regular price) Php650 (ActiveKids Club Member) | Php 250 adult companion
Snacks are included in the ticket.
WHAT: Trick or Treat,Parlor Games, Mascot Dance, Art Activity, Loot Bag, Snacks, Free Play, Raffle and so much more! Come in costume and you might be their: Spookiest, Cutest, Prince & Princess, Super Kid or Terrific Tandem.  This is open to 1 - 12 years old.

Fore more information like them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/activefunofficial or register to this event over HERE.  You may also call them directly over here: ActiveFun Bonifacio Global City: 869.9509/869.0800, ActiveFun Power Plant Rockwell: 809.1990, and ActiveFun Shoppesville Greenhills: 638.7755.

Hurry, limited slots only!

CRIMSON HOTEL
WHEN: October 31, 2019
TIME: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
FEE: PHP 1,150 net (2yo and above) below 2 come in for free.
WHAT: Heavy Snack Buffet with Free-Flowing Iced Tea, Interactive Show in the Ballroom, Costume Contest, Trick or Treat, Photo Booth, Fun Games and Activities, Exciting Prizes and Giveaways

For more inquiries or to register to this event, go to https://www.facebook.com/events/907802669598804.  You may also call +632 863 2222* or email alabang.socials1@crimsonhotel.com.
F1 HOTEL MANILA
WHEN: Oct. 26, 2019
TIME: 10 AM - 2 PM
WHERE: Infinity Ballroom
WHAT: Buffet Lunch, Magic Show, Face Paint, Balloon Twisting, Bubble Show, Photo Booth, Access to Trick or Treat Stations, Loot Bag, plus other exciting games and activities for more details or you may visit their Facebook page for more information:  https://www.facebook.com/f1hotelmanila/

MIDAS HOTEL & CASINO
Encantasia: Halloween Kids Party
WHEN: October 27, 2019, Sunday
TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
WHERE: Midas Tent
FEE: Php 550nett/person plus guardian
WHAT: Acrobat Show, Magician, Games, Photo Booth, Light Snacks (for kids only), Loot Bags
Best in Engkantada costume wins a free lunch or dinner buffet at Midas Cafe!  PLUS!  A special discount of Php1000 nett for adults and Php800 nett for kids for buffet lunch or dinner awaits guests before or after the party (regular rate of Php2,088).

For more information and update or to register, go to their Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1674352339366749/.  For ticket reservations call  902.0100 local 8154, 8199, 8198 or email restaurants@midashotelandcasino.com.  You may also visit www.midashotelandcasino.com
DIAMOND HOTEL PHILIPPINES
Shake, Rattle, and Roll Halloween Event
WHEN: October 27, 2019
FEE: Php1,000 nett/person inclusive of a take-home snack box
WHAT: Activities: Trick or Treat around the hotel, Photo booth, Face painting, Musical performances, Food and Beverage stations, Glitter Tattoo, and Arts and Crafts.
They also have a raffle promo where you get a chance to win exciting prizes, including the Grand Raffle Prize of a Roundtrip Airline Tickets for 2 to Singapore!  Kids in the spookiest and most original costumes get a chance to win a prize.
You may purchase tickets online via onlineshopping.diamondhotel.com.

For more information and updates, go to their Facebook Page and event post: https://www.facebook.com/events/703436900172187/ and https://www.facebook.com/diamondhotelph/  Lastly, you may also call them at 528-3000.

These days, more and more people give importance to their health and wellness.  This is a good sign because not only serious illnesses due to chronic stress may be minimized, but mindful people develop good relationships with themselves and their loved ones.  After all, if you ask any parent such as myself, I'm more conscious now to choose a stress-free life and look after my well-being because I want to live longer for my children.

That's why I am intentional in managing stress, slow down when life takes over me, and stop to smell the flowers when busy days come.  One of the best solutions to destress when I become exhausted because of the demands of being a wife, being a mother, and being a WAHM  is to get a massage.  One of my favorite go-to spa is The Spa, and I'm glad they've opened a new branch somewhere close to my location - The Podium in the Ortigas district.
I'm happy to be invited to its ribbon cutting, I came with my cute date Damien.

Sharing with you now what to expect in The Spa Podium:

Upon entering The Spa Podium, you'll be greeted with their signature ambiance complemented by the relaxing scent of essential oils and soft music ready to lull you to total surrender as you lay down your tired body on their massage beds.
The Spa Podium is their 7th branch and it's consistent with The Spa's opulent and luxurious interior design.  Its design showcases tropical sanctuary where British colonial design meets contemporary Asian elements, a lot of green and teal, and natural patterns of wood and weaves.

Each door of their rooms is like an entrance to the escape from the busyness of your daily grind.  It feels as if you're about to enter a door to your beachfront room.  It certainly takes you away from the city for a blissful relaxation experience whether it be massage, facial, body treatment or any of their foot services.
There are a total of 6 Junior Suites.  It also offers three Premier Suites for those who wish to have an elevated experience because these suites offer steam/shower facilities.

Below are photos of their Premier Suite

This room is complete with bath and hygiene needs.
It has handsoap, lotion, powder, and cotton buds.  Hairdryer is also available for use.
 The bath tub is available for use in this room.
This is The Spa's executive private room for those who want to relax and getaway for a short while solo.  You'll see Damien, checking out its room facilities, he said it's all working and passes his standards by the way! :)
The Spa Podium offers massages (Shiatsu, Swedish, Combination, and Deep Tisue), body treatments (Crystalline Skin Body Treatment, Coffee Rub, and Sea Salt Scrub), facials (Restorative Water Lily facial, The Spa Signature Age Defense Treatment, and the Light & Luminous facial), and foot services (Oriental Foot Therapy, Thai Foot massage, and Peppermint Foot scrub).

They also offer gold (semi-annual) and platinum (annual) memberships.  For retail are their popular The Spa Wellness Gift Cards, GCs, burner and essential oil sets, and their famous The Spa signature ginger tea packs.

Good news to those who also look for a complete wellness experience through excercise, The Podium branch has a brand new barre3 studio that can accommodate 15 students per class.  Students can expect a 60-minute full-body workout that combines strength conditioning using bodyweight and handheld weights, cardio, and mindfulness focused on alignment and breath.  They offer classes for beginners and seasoned exercisers alike.

The clean, spacious, and beautiful barre3 studio.
Secured lockers for class attendees where you could put your belongings while busy with the workout.
The barre3 studio is equipped with weights, mats, sound system and other workout essentials to help class attendees reach their wellness and fitness goals.

Rainy season is here again and usually when it starts to rain moms experience a number of challenges in her department called home.  Family’s health and whole well-being may be compromised because of this season.  Common colds and flu are, well, common because bacteria are easier to spread when it’s in a moist or damp environment.  And this is what I fear about laundry too!  Bacteria, because of the rainy season is the cause of malodor or Kulob on indoor dried clothes.  Ayoko pa naman talaga ng kulob because sino ba naman ang may gusto nito right?  It really smells awful and it also could reflect the kind of care that I do for my family.  Naku, my husband pa naman is soooo particular about scent of fresh laundered clothes.  So BIG NO to kulob sa family namin.

Buti na lang I discovered Downy Expert Kontra Kulob!  When it mentioned Kontra Kulob, sabi ko it’s really worth a try.  Totoo nga kaya?

Downy Expert Kontra Kulob is Downy’s newest variant specifically for indoor drying lalo na ngayong maulan. I’ve been using another variant of Downy, but this variant is amazing because of its 20x more anti-bacterial properties, this just means maraming germs and bacteria ang na-cocombat to prevent kulob-smelling clothes.

Lately, ulan nang ulan and we have water shortage.  So we only get to wash our clothes at night. How will I dry it?  Walang araw, maulan, and I have no confidence drying it outdoor at night.  Plus the fear of kulob-smelling clothes – nightmare yun!  So sakto because I was able to test the effectiveness of Downy Expert Kontra Kulob.

Effective nga ba?  A resounding YES!!!!

THE TRUE TEST OF DOWNY EXPERT KONTA KULOB
The test or experiment went like this, I used another fabric conditioner with half of the laundry and the other half with Downy.  I dried a few of both samples inside our restroom and let it stay overnight!  The following day, when I smelled it, amoy kulob talaga yung mga hindi ko ginamitan ng Downy.  While the pieces of clothes I used with Downy smelled fresh as if dried outdoors under the sun!  I also couldn’t believe it at first because, really?  Walang Kulob at all?!

Welch's 100% Grape Juice Celebrates 150 Years!

I was also surprised that Welch's has been around for 150 years and to celebrate it and remind moms about making healthier choices for the family, they organized an event where Ms. Paz Sales, a certified nutritionist showed the current bad eating habits of Filipinos and how to overcome them, the importance of healthy eating is while including Welch's in a family's diet. 
I am blessed to have been invited to learn and also discover ways how to prepare healthy food using Welch's Grape Juice as demonstrated by Chefs Peachy Mathay and Trisha Ocampo.
Attendees also got to learn from social media celebrity moms Frances Sales and Aliza Apostol as they shared some of their healthy family traditions, challenges, and advice.
I was in attendance with some of my mom friends with whom I share the same belief when it comes to choosing healthier nutrition for our family.
“Welch’s is an advocate of better nutritional choices for families all over the world. To celebrate its 150 years, we continue the tradition of encouraging more people to lead a healthy lifestyle, and it starts with the food and beverage that we consume,” says Erika Rodriguez, VP for Marketing of Gemco, the Philippine marketing agent of Welch’s International.  “Even amidst our busy lifestyle, moms must make sure that our family – especially the growing kids – only get the best when it comes to nutrition.”

On the part of its Philippine distributor, Fly Ace Corporation, President Lucio ‘Jun’ Cochanco Jr. said that they are proud to carry Welch’s as it is not only a heritage brand but also one that is popular among Filipino families.  “We celebrate with Welch’s as it marks 150 years. It is a product that we are proud of since it is well loved because of its nutritional values and the natural goodness that it gives to consumers. Moving forward, we want more Filipinos to share in the joy of drinking Welch's together especially during special occasions and family moments.”

Why Choose Welch's 100% Grape Juice?
- Opening a bottle of Welch’s 100% Grape Juice is like unleashing the power of ‘purple’ in every sip.  - Welch’s is vitamin-packed and 100% natural with no artificial coloring and sugar.
- Made from Concord grapes known for containing natural sugars that is unlikely to raise one’s blood sugar significantly.
- A glass of Welch's 100% Grape Juice supports a healthy heart because of its polyphenols an antioxidant.
- It tastes delicious especially when chilled.

This is why, I also prepare my son's #WesBaonToday with a bottle of healthy Welch's grape juice or cranberry juice and also their yummy Fruit Snacks!

To illustrate, Welch’s juice uses the entire Concord grape – skin, seeds and all – to release the plant’s true polyphenol power. In fact, at least 20 grapes are squeezed into each 4-ounce glass.  Imagine the vitamins and minerals in each glass of Welch’s that has nurtured generations of families not only in the Philippines but all over the world.

For more information about the 150 years of Welch’s and how to know the different ways to enjoy 100% natural grape juice, visit www.welchs.com or follow Welch’s PH in Facebook and IG. Welch’s fruit drinks and snacks are distributed by Fly Ace Corporation and available in leading retail stores nationwide.