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		<title>Johnny Sarangani &#8211; the Talking Bangus (Milkfish)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 04:12:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The new buzz of the town Johnny Sarangani &#8211; the talking Bangus and not just in any language but speaking in Visayan dialect nevertheless. He is now known as the Bisayang Bangus.. See Johnny Sarangani made his escape with the help of good- heart reporter from his predicament of being caught in a place he [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The new buzz of the town <strong>Johnny Sarangani</strong> &#8211; the talking Bangus and not just in any language but speaking in Visayan dialect nevertheless. He is now known as the <strong>Bisayang Bangus</strong>..</p>
<p>See <strong>Johnny Sarangani</strong> made his escape with the help of good- heart reporter from his predicament of being caught in a place he never wanted to be, find out why and how.</p>
<p>Watch the video :</p>
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		<title>Saving the Dishes of Inexperienced Cooks with MSG</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 13:49:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Those of us who know how to appreciate food but lack the culinary skills to dish out a decent tasting meal, should be thankful for seasonings that cover for our shortcomings. Aside from salt, pepper and sugar, MSG is one seasoning that can help you create flavorful meals in your kitchen even with very little [...]]]></description>
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<p>Those of us who know how to appreciate food but lack the culinary skills to dish out a decent tasting meal, should be thankful for seasonings that cover for our shortcomings. Aside from salt, pepper and sugar, MSG is one seasoning that can help you create flavorful meals in your kitchen even with very little cooking skills.</p>
<p>It doesn’t matter if you are preparing a soup, sauce, marinade or an entire dish, you will definitely have use for <strong><a href="http://www.ajinomoto.com/features/aji-no-moto/en/index.html">Ajinomoto</a> </strong>(MSG). It is recommended for salty and sour dishes as it is able to enhance the flavor of these dishes. The sweet or bitter dishes on the other hand have little or no benefit from this seasoning.</p>
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<p>Individuals who are gifted with culinary skills or people who know their way around the kitchen will not have any trouble in estimating the right amount and combination of seasonings to put in a dish.  It is also easy for them to counter or correct any taste mishaps while cooking.</p>
<p>In the case of those who barely know their way in the kitchen, <strong>Ajinomoto</strong> can be a lifesaver. You can get your ordinary dish to taste better with a single dash of MSG. So if the dishes you prepare often turn out to be bland and unsavory meals, just whip out your Aji and say hello to tasty dishes.</p>
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		<title>Savoring Food with the Magic of MSG and Other Seasonings</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 13:30:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nourishment is important in our growth and development. The most basic method of nourishing the body is through the consumption of food.  We now have the option to treat our food as a regular necessity in life, or a special treat that will give us the nourishment necessity we need. The best way to enjoy [...]]]></description>
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<p>Nourishment is important in our growth and development. The most basic method of nourishing the body is through the consumption of food.  We now have the option to treat our food as a regular necessity in life, or a special treat that will give us the nourishment necessity we need.</p>
<p>The best way to enjoy our food is through the creation of tasty and colorful dishes that combine the natural flavors of food and seasonings. We can have a variety of dishes from natural bounties like fish, meat, poultry, fruits and vegetables.  These ingredients can be mixed with regular <a href="http://www.josieskitchen.info/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/aji.jpeg"><img class="alignleft  wp-image-3452" title="aji" src="http://www.josieskitchen.info/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/aji.jpeg" alt="" width="130" height="195" /></a>seasonings like salt, pepper, sugar and<a href="http://www.ajinomoto.com/features/aji-no-moto/en/truth/index.html"> <strong>monosodium glutamate </strong></a>or<strong> MSG</strong> to taste even better.</p>
<p>These flavors have their own use in creating a tasty dish. Salt and pepper are classic seasonings that have been used for almost all kinds of dishes. Sugar is mostly used for desserts or sweet endings, though it can also be used to counter the effects of putting too much salt in the dish.  MSG is the most controversial among these seasonings because of some misconceptions. However, study after study continually proved that <strong>monosodium glutamate</strong> is safe for our consumption. This is even reinforced by FDA approvals in different countries.</p>
<p>It’s a pity if we will let misconceptions prevent us from enjoying the unique umami flavor of MSG. This seasoning can bring out the best in salty and sour dishes.  In fact, you can make a regular fried egg taste so good by giving it a little dash of <strong>MSG.</strong> This can spell the difference between taking in food for nourishment and enjoying a savory meal that provides nourishment for the body.</p>
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		<title>Oh Mangoes!</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 May 2012 03:44:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[fruits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[mangoes]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Yesterday I bought 2 kilos of ripe mangoes at the fruit vendor making his round inside our subdivision, he has a push cart full of mangoes and was selling it for 50 pesos per kilo, I haggled and got it at 80 pesos for two kilos which save me 10 pesos each lol. The mangoes [...]]]></description>
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<p>Yesterday I bought 2 kilos of ripe mangoes at the fruit vendor making his round inside our subdivision, he has a push cart full of mangoes and was selling it for 50 pesos per kilo, I haggled and got it at 80 pesos for two kilos which save me 10 pesos each lol. The mangoes are so sweet and refreshing, so much better than drinking sodas or eating ice creams in this very humid weather. Not counting the health benefits you can get from eating this wonderful fruit. I don&#8217;t know if it&#8217;s good as <span style="color: #000000;"><a href="http://www.mesothelioma.net/mesothelioma-treatment/"><span style="color: #000000;">Mesothelioma treatment</span></a></span> what I do know is it can help prevent several type of  diseases. Out of excitement that I won again with my haggling technique, I forgot to take photo, so I got one from the net.</p>
<p>(<em>photo not mine</em>)</p>
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		<title>A New appliance can help to work wonders for your kitchen’s appearance</title>
		<link>http://www.josieskitchen.info/2012/04/a-new-appliance-can-help-to-work-wonders-for-your-kitchens-appearance/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 03:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Kitchen stuff]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[kitchen appliances]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[If you take a look at your kitchen and get the feeling that its image is a little dated, it’s possible that you’ll want to do something about it. However, when wanting to make your kitchen look more contemporary, what would it involve? Would it mean buying a new Fridge Freezer? Would you have to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you take a look at your kitchen and get the feeling that its image is a little dated, it’s possible that you’ll want to do something about it. However, when wanting to make your kitchen look more contemporary, what would it involve? Would it mean buying a new <strong><a href="http://www.appliancesdirect.co.uk/ct/refrigeration/fridge-freezers">Fridge Freezer</a></strong>? Would you have to totally redecorate the walls, or something even more drastic? Whatever you feel needs doing to your kitchen, some things tend to work much better than others.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.josieskitchen.info/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/kitchen-appliances2.jpg"><img class="alignleft  wp-image-3432" title="kitchen appliances2" src="http://www.josieskitchen.info/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/kitchen-appliances2.jpg" alt="" width="298" height="373" /></a>It might seem strange, but if the <strong><a href="http://www.appliancesdirect.co.uk/">kitchen appliances</a></strong> you currently own have been around for a long time and are starting to show signs of wear and tear, then they could be what’s making your kitchen look a little stale. If your Washing Machine is starting to malfunction, you may be worried about the cost of both replacing it and upgrading. Also, the visual appeal of kitchen appliances might not be at the top of everyone’s list of priorities if they need a new appliance, but it is possible to get one that not only works well but also looks good.</p>
<p>A new appliance can help to work wonders for your kitchen’s appearance. By making your appliances the centrepieces of your kitchen, any other changes you want to make can be made around them, so that they blend in. If possible, it might be worth buying an appliance which is either the same colour as your kitchen walls or at least one which complements them, whether it’s a Dishwasher or Tumble Dryer.</p>
<p>However, as important as appearance may be, the thing you want most from any new appliances is for them to do as you want them to. You’ll want a new Fridge Freezer to keep your food chilled or frozen, your Washing Machine to clean your clothes thoroughly and your Dishwasher to clean your plates, dishes and cutlery to perfection. In addition to that, you’ll want value for money, but if the appliances you want also look good, that’s an added bonus.</p>
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