Celebrate Mother's Day with Lemon Square Bakery Treats' Berry Blossom Bouquet!

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love and appreciation than with a beautifully crafted cake? This year, Lemon Square Bakery Treats introduces its latest masterpiece: the Berry Blossom Bouquet Cake—a delightful fusion of elegance, freshness, and flavor that perfectly captures the essence of spring and the warmth of a mother's love.

Blooming with Love in Every Slice

The Berry Blossom Bouquet Cake is a true celebration of a mother's love. Delicately layered with moist vanilla and strawberry chiffon with mixed berries filling in between, this cake is also adorned with blooms of buttercream rosebuds guaranteed to melt any mom's heart. The Berry Blossom Bouquet Cake is not just a dessert, but a centerpiece worthy of any Mother's Day celebration.

Perfect for Your Mother's Day Celebration

Whether it's a small Sunday brunch with the family or a grand celebration with guests and all, the Berry Blossom Bouquet Cake is the perfect addition to your table. Its dainty design and delicate taste are sure to impress not only your mom but everyone around. Pair it with a cup of coffee or maybe a glass of wine to elevate your Mother's Day experience.

The Berry Blossom Bouquet is available at all Lemon Square Bakery Treats branches for just Php 495. Also available for Mother's Day are the Special Brownies (Php 109 per box of 6), Special Cake Pops (Php 199 per box of 12), and Rose Chocolate Bouquet (Php 125). These blooming treats are also available for delivery via FoodPanda and Grab.

Happy Mother's Day! Cheers to us moms! 

Mother's Day Specials from Max's Restaurant.

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and as we all know, it's also the busiest day of the year for restaurants and food establishments. After all, it's the day when we all want to take our moms out for lunch or dinner so that she wouldn't have to cook, clean, or slave away in the kitchen.

If you want to avoid crowded places or long restaurant waits on Mother's Day, how about ordering from Max's Restaurant and opt for delivery instead?

Mother's Day Bundle, Php 1899.

For this special occasion, Max's Restaurant is offering a Mother's Day Bundle and it comes with Max's bestsellers and crowd favorites - Regular Whole Fried Chicken, Lechon Kawali Kare-kare, Lumpiang Shanghai, Large Plain Rice, a tub of Buko Pandan, and 4 bottles of Sago't Gulaman. 

Regular Whole Fried Chicken.

Lechon Kawali Kare-kare.

Lumpiang Shanghai.

The price for this bundle starts at Php 1,899 and will be available at all Max's Restaurant branches from now until May 31. 

From the Max's Corner Bakery. :)

Aside from the Mother's Day Bundle, you can also show your love for your mom by surprising her with the Max's Troubador Cake. This soft and buttery cake is finally making a comeback on the Max's Corner Bakery menu just in time for Mother's Day, and I'm hoping this fluffy and yummy cake is here to stay. 

Max's Troubador Cake, Php 799.

This cake retails for Php 799 and you can also have this delivered as well. Orders can be made through the Max's Delivery website, or you can call directly to their stores. Check out Max's official Facebook page for the contact numbers and Viber hotlines.

If you still want to keep up with the timeless tradition of taking mom out to eat this Sunday, you'd be glad to know that both the Mother's Day Bundle and the Troubador Cake are also available for dine-in and take out.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone, and Happy Mother's Day!

This Home Appliance Tops the List of Popular Mother's Day Gifts.

The month of flowers is also the month for mothers! The month of May is upon us again, which only means that the spotlight shines extra bright once more for us moms as we celebrate Mother’s Day. If you’re thinking of the right surprise to give to the number one lady in your life, allow me to give you a clue. It starts with an A and ends with an R. It’s a kitchen favorite, one that will help the number one chef flex her amazing cooking skills.

Drumroll please... it’s Air Fryers! Yes, it is still air fryers, at least according to the latest data from OnBuy . According to the latest report, there is a big surge of sales on this nifty appliance weeks before the annual celebration of Mother’s Day. This kitchen must-have has boomed in popularity in the last couple of years and for very good reasons. In this blog post, I’ll give you a rundown of all its benefits by putting the focus on one of the most powerful models in the market: The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer. Below are all the reasons why you should #BringBrevilleHome.

1. Air frying is a better alternative to traditional deep frying.

When you deep fry, oil is heated into high amounts that can lead to increased concentrations of inflammatory compounds that are absorbed by the food. With air frying, you minimize the use of oil or can even entirely remove it. The way it works is that it uses convection heat to cook food, similar to the way a fan oven works.

2. It can help you cook healthier versions of your favorite fried dishes.

Regular consumption of deep-fried food has been known to be correlated to the development of chronic ailments like cardiovascular disease. The use of convection heat to fry can create the same crispy exterior that we all love so much from our favorite fried treats. The result is healthier versions of meals with lower saturated fat that are better for our diets.

3. It’s versatile!

The versatility of this kitchen partner is something all cooking aficionados will definitely appreciate. The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is a perfect example of this. On top of having a dedicated air frying setting, this unit from the premium home lifestyle brand comes with nine other cooking functions which include toast, roast, bake, crumpet, and even pizza. It’s like having 10 appliances, all in one powerful model.

4. It’s perfect for busy bees.

Talking about power, the Smart Oven Air Fryer is also ideal for anyone who wants to be efficient with cooking. Its dual-speed convection feature reduces cooking time by 30 percent which is perfect for all busy moms out there. 5. It’s very user-friendly. Air frying food is a no-brainer because you can easily pick settings for your recipe. The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer takes this a notch higher with its Element IQ System which has a smart algorithm that creates the ideal cooking environment for a range of different cooking techniques. Forget about cold, uneven spots and ideal rack positions. This air fryer does it all for you and more, regardless of your cooking skills.

This Mother’s Day, give the gift of innovation to the special woman in your life by turning their dream kitchen into a reality. We already know that our moms are geniuses when it comes to creating meals that we love, but it doesn’t hurt to bring home an equally smart partner that can help them make even more cooking wonders. If you’re into it, you can even go the extra mile and take a crack at cooking by bonding with her to make your own Mother’s Day feast.

It’s time to #BringBrevilleHome this Mother’s Day. Want to know more about the Smart Oven Air Fryer? Visit their website to get the full deets about this appliance. Don’t forget to also follow their official Facebook and Instagram to get updated on their other releases.

The Greatest Gift a Mom Can Get in the Newest McDonald's Ad.

With the world closing down and our lives revolving around the four corners of our homes, it has become all the more evident how hard our moms work to meet all our needs and give us a life of comfort. From daily housekeeping jobs of cleaning and cooking, to managing businesses or working a full-time job, helping children transition to blended learning, and finding meaningful ways to bring happiness to homes; moms have continuously put their families’ needs over theirs.

So this Mother’s Day, McDonald’s celebrates the moms who tirelessly give their all just so their children have a happy life and a happy home. Through the launch of their new online video ‘Himbing’, McDonald’s makes us realize that celebrating moms doesn’t always have to come in grand gestures and luxury gifts. Sometimes, the best way to pay tribute to her is to give her what she needs the most— a break from everything to rest and relax, even just for a day. This, alongside hundreds of Filipinos who have expressed heartwarming relatability to the video, sheds light on the idea that giving our moms time to just slow down and breathe is truly one of the most valuable gifts we can give her.

The greatest gift a mom can get on Mother's Day. :)

“McDonald’s has always been about ‘simple, feel-good moments’. We hold that true in whatever we do and offer. In these extraordinary times, we wish that all the more for all the moms who work so hard to take care of their families. So this Mother’s Day, we released a video to show just how easy and simple it is to give moms the gift they need the most: tulog na mahimbing. We hope we all remember that sometimes, it's the simplest things that can make one the happiest.” said McDonald’s Philippines Marketing & Channels Head Oliver Rabatan.

Show your love and appreciation for mom by giving her the gift of a well-deserved break and a treat to her McDonald’s favorites.

See how McDo says #LoveKitaMa through this video: https://fb.watch/5jdED1AbKE/

15 Splurges Every Mom Deserves For Mother's Day.

No matter how you slice it, moms are just the greatest. They’re our role models, heroes, and best friends. Mothers give us so much, and Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show them just how important they are. 

 Whether you celebrate by taking mom to brunch, hosting her for dinner, or taking her out for a day on the town, Mother’s Day should be topped off with a gift that makes her feel special. Read on to learn our 15 favorite splurges that every mom deserves for Mother’s Day.

For the Fashion Forward Mom 

Do you have a “cool” mom in your life? Treat her to one of these fashionable Mother’s Day splurges.

Yum Jung Ah and Yoon Se Ah in Sky Castle (2019).

1. Take her on a shopping spree! This is a great option if she’s hard to buy for. Visit your local mall or specialty boutique and let mom pick out anything her heart desires. That way, she’ll be sure to love it! 

2. Buy her a custom piece of jewelry. Pick out a timeless and versatile style and have it personalized with the initials of her partner or her children, or an important date.

3. Gift her a wrist watch that’s effortlessly cool. You can go for a versatile style so she’ll be able to wear it with anything, or choose from totally unique watches that will wow those around her.

4. A designer handbag is never out of style! Get your fashion forward mom a handbag that shows she has class and style. She’s sure to be the envy of all her friends!

5. Pick out the perfect leather jacket for her to wear on a night out with her partner. What could possibly be more cool?

For the Artsy Mom

Is she artistic—or even just crafty? Foster her creativity and imagination with one of these Mother’s Day gifts.

Jang Nara in Oh My Baby (2020).

1. Buy her a series of local art classes in her favorite medium, or something she’s never tried before! Choose from ceramics, painting, stained glass, and more. She’ll get to sharpen her skills, express her creativity, and maybe even find her next favorite artistic practice.

2. Wrap Mother’s Day and a gift all into one and attend a day-long arts workshop with her. She won’t mind if your skills aren’t up to snuff; she’ll be elated to spend the day with you doing something she loves.

3. Get her a year-long pass to a local museum. Look for one that comes with a complimentary guest pass, so that she can take a friend or loved one along. If you’re lucky, she may even take you!

4. Many cities host craft fairs on Mother’s Day. Find one near you to spend the day at, and let her pick out a piece of art that she falls in love with.

5. Harness your own inner artist and make a piece of art for her! If you have kids, it’s great to get them involved in this gift. No matter how your gift turns out, she’ll have a keepsake that only a mother could love.

For the Cheffy Mom

Some moms are just a wiz in the kitchen. They saute, sear, broil, and bake with love, and everything they serve is absolutely divine. If that describes a mom in your life, gift her one of these.

Oh Jung Se and Kim Mi Kyung in It's Okay To Not Be Okay (2020).

1. There’s no more important kitchen staple than a good, sharp knife. Upgrade mom’s chopping skills by gifting her a beautifully crafted chef’s knife.

2. Any chef knows that cast iron is the ultimate cookware. Buy her a top-of-the-line cast iron pan that she’ll cherish for decades to come.

3. Get her a cookbook from one of her favorite chefs, or pick a cuisine she loves and buy a cookbook from and up and coming chef she’s never heard of! Bonus points if it’s so beautifully photographed that it doubles as a coffee table book.

4. Gift her a cooking class at a local cooking school or restaurant. She’ll be able to brush up on new skills and cook some amazing food.

5. Take her out to a fancy meal at a local Michelin-star restaurant for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that she’ll never forget.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Peruse these gifts to find a splurge that’s perfect for all the moms in your life.

Femilift | A Rediscovery of Feminine Power.

Mother's Day is this Sunday (May 14), and I do hope most of you have already made 'celebration plans' with your moms and/or wives. For those who still have nothing up on their sleeves for the occasion, how about a weekend getaway at the nearest beach resort? Or Sunday brunch with the family with your mom/wife not doing any kitchen work? Better yet, why not let your mom or your wife take the day off altogether and let her enjoy some much needed pampering at SvelT'i?

You may not know it because she refuses to talk about it, but the beacon of your household might actually be needing treatments that go beyond facials and are more intimate than liposuctions.

Photo credit: SvelT'i.

And by that I'm talking about stress urinary incontinence. It is a medical condition that mothers may experience but choose not to discuss or even consult with a doctor, for fear of embarrassment or shame. It consists of a series of temporary, fast, but very palpable urinary leaks that are triggered by ordinary things like laughter, sneezing or coughing. The lady may be in the middle of a conversation with friends or having a laughing interaction with teachers at a PTA meeting, then suddenly, she gets an involuntary spasm in their muscle down under, followed by a familiar wetness that comes with a pee. It is a very awkward and uncomfortable moment.

Stress urinary incontinence happens when the vaginal muscle becomes lax and is unable to prevent those sporadic involuntary leaks. Several factors that cause this laxity in mothers could be natural ageing, childbirth, or a very active sexual life. One or all of these factors can strain the orifice’s tightness and loosen it up.

Formerly, to fix this issue, vaginoplasty surgery was needed. However, thankfully, these days, there are non-surgical solutions to this problem that many women face. According to Beautiful Canadian Laser and Skincare Clinic, which offers vaginal rejuvenation in Vancouver, vaginal tightening is ideal since it does not involve medications or Kegel exercises. They use a device that inserts a wand, which delivers radio-frequency energy to the area, to stimulate collagen. The collagen stimulation is what tightens the skin in that area. It's a completely painless process that only needs to be maintained once per year.

Femilift is the cutting-edge treatment that can heal mothers of this medical condition, and restore their confidence as an attractive woman of poise and power. Dr. Lalaine Salazar, Medical Director of the SvelT’i Health and Beauty Centre, explains: “Femilift applies concentrated thermal healing and micro-abalation to the vagina’s inner layers. . A laser probe is used and releases a laser beam deep enough into the vagina’s submucosa level where new collagen is formed. This stimulates the regeneration of collagen which tightens the tissue. At the same time, it contracts the vagina’s elastin fibers.”

Results and contra-indicators
Dr. Salazar continues, “The restored female genital tissue strengthens the vaginal wall and reduces or eliminates stress urinary incontinence. It also restores vaginal laxity and enhances lubrication and the sensitivity of vaginal tissue.”

The SvelT’i Health and Beauty Centre also conducts medical screening for each patient before administering or approving the treatment. Procedure cannot continue if any of the contra-indications are found like active bacterial infection, immune system deficiency diseases, pregnancy, malignancy, vaginal bleeding, photosensitivity to laser, pelvic organ prolapse, pacemakers in the body, uncontrolled diabetes, and menstruation.

Moms can experience the renewed sensitivity and tightness of their vaginal muscle after three short sessions. The treatment takes place in a quick 30 minutes and requires no downtime; the patient can go back to work immediately. It is non-invasive, and very safe, using separate individual probes for each patient.

“The one post-treatment requirement would be no sexual activity for three days after undergoing the Femilift procedure. It’s a little sacrifice considering the benefits the patient will gain. Stress urinary incontinence can diminish if not disappear after a session,” says Dr. Salazar.

She pauses then adds with a smile, “The removal of the vaginal laxity could also rekindle the exciting sexual intimacy with their partner so the results are more than worth the wait.” That rekindling of passion in the bedroom, along with the elimination of the urinary stress incontinence, may be the best Mother’s Day’s present yet!

To know more about SvelT’i’s treatments, please inquire at (02)332-7546 / 09188-SVELTI (783584) or visit the clinic at 5F South Insula Condominium #61 Timog Avenue, Quezon City from Mondays to Fridays from 9am-6pm and Saturdays from 8am-1pm.

You may also visit SvelT’I FB page at www.facebook.com/sveltiph and IG account @SVELTI_PH.

Wordless Wednesday #82 | Snippets from Sunday.

A surprise from my little man!

It comes with a sweet, sweet note!

And here's a photo of us while waiting to be seated at the pizza parlor. :)

Foodie Goodie | No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake.

So you want to make your Mom a cake for Mother's Day. But you don't know how to bake. You don't even know how to turn the oven on. And you can't ask Mom for help because it's supposed to be a surprise.

Consider yourself lucky for stumbling upon my blog! Today I will be sharing a no-bake cake recipe that's so easy to follow and takes very little time to make. And I'm pretty sure this yummy dessert will make any mom's heart melt. :)

No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate Chips or Hershey's Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 pack (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 pack (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine, softened
2 cups frozen non-dairy whipped topping, thawed
1 pack (at least 6 oz.) graham cracker crumb crust

Procedure:
1. Place chocolate chips in small microwave-safe bowl.
2. Microwave at medium for 1 minute, then stir. If necessary, microwave at medium an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, just until chips are melted when stirred. Set aside to cool.
3. Beat cream cheese, sugar and butter in large bowl on medium speed of mixer until creamy.
4. Gradually add melted chips, beating on low speed until blended.
5. Fold in whipped topping until blended; spoon into crust.
6. Refrigerate overnight.
7. Garnish as desired before serving.

As seen on Hershey's Kitchens. Shared with Food Friday and Food Trip Friday.

Solaire Exclusives for Mother's Day 2014!

On Sunday, May 11, we celebrate the day of the most important women in our lives - our moms.

And our friends from Solaire have came up with the best treats to honor our beloved moms. From the special discounted rates in the ultimate family staycation, to the exquisite set menus in our fine dining establishments, they’ve made sure that this will be one unforgettable Mother’s Day.

On Mother’s Day weekend, bring your entire family to Solaire and stay in one of their luxurious suites with discounted rates. Under the Summer Family Getaway packages, their rooms go as low as PhP6,000++ for Deluxe Room Cityview and PhP7,000++ for the Deluxe Room Bayview. The special rates are also available in Grand Deluxe Cityview (PhP8,000++), Grand Deluxe Bayview (PhP9,000++) and 2-Bay Suite (PhP12,000).

Amazing accommodation at Solaire.

Their amazing staycation packages come with an impeccable buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids age 6 years and below. For kids who are 7 to 12 years old, they offer a 50% dining discount. Your stay also includes free use of the swimming pool and the fitness center. To test your luck, the package comes with PhP500 worth of gaming credits.

If you opt to celebrate mom’s special day with a lavish dinner, they have set menus in Fresh, Yakumi, Finestra, Red Lantern and Strip. Everyone in the family can enjoy their mini pizza creation of the day (Roasted Branzino in potato crust, Versuvio tomatoes, white wine and Gamberoni), Pasta Carbonara in rich and creamy sauce with pancetta bacon, Limon Cello lemon and Chicken Parmigiano at their Italian restaurant Finestra.

Pasta Carbonara from Finestra.

For the lovers of Japanese cuisine, Yakumi offers a special menu that includes Gyuniku Tataki (Seared beef strip loin with onion dressing and micro herbs), Yakumi Sushi and sashimi sampler, Lobster mini soup, Ebi tempura, Chilean Seabass teriyaki and Steamed Japanese style egg custard with foie gras.

Steamed Japanese style egg custard with foie gras from Yakumi.

Red Lantern also offers a sumptuous set menu for those who prefer Chinese dishes. The family can feast on Hand rolled Beijing duck, Pumpkin soup with seafood and white fungus, Deep fried crispy shrimps with sweet mayonnaise, Wok fried prime beef black pepper sauce, Steamed sliced fish with Tofu in black bean sauce, the season's best vegetables with oyster sauce, and Braised noodles with spring onions and ginger sesame oil.

A sample of what Red Lantern has to offer.

Strip, the hotel's steak house, also offers a Mother’s Day menu consisting of Green Pea sphere and crisp ham; Tomato salad dried olive oil and goat’s cheese; Foie gras crumble mousse with candied fruit and nut; Seared tuna blood orange sponge, watermelon and labuyo chili crust; Pork belly beer braised and tomato relish; Smoked Angus beef and Caramel Sand torch banana. All of the set menus are priced at PhP1,900 and all come with the Solaire Mother’s Day creation, the Caramel cheesecake with red berries and white chocolate silk.

Sumptuous food from the Strip.

If you want to go all – out however, their buffet outlet Fresh is ready with Lechon (Charcoal grilled suckling pig), Roasted prime rib of ‘Gold Label’ prime beef, Brioche baked whole salmon Coulibiac, seafood delights and a long list of desserts which include tarts, cupcakes, cookies, parfaits, doughnuts, puddings and cakes.

May it be the ultimate staycation or a gastronomic adventure in one of our first-class restaurants, Mother’s Day at Solaire is definitely a great bonding opportunity for the entire family. For reservations, call 888 8888 or log on to www.solaireresort.com for more details.

Wordless Wednesday #81 | Happy Mother's Day!

On Yue: Shirt from Just Tees x Paws, Shorts from Marks & Spencer,
Sandals from Nickelodeon. 

Wayfarers from Forever 21.

Mother's Day is on Sunday, May 11!

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there, 

especially to my Mum and my mother-in-law! Kiss kiss! :)

A Larger Than Life Tribute from Ceelin.

Ceelin, the leading children’s Vitamin C brand, came up with a Mother’s Day tribute that highlighted the brand's campaign for 2013.

Dubbed as 'Pamana' (which, in English, means inheritance), Ceelin’s campaign highlights the sacrifices moms have made, as well as the values and lessons they have left their children to help shape the people they are today.

And on Mother’s Day, Ceelin helped mothers and children relive and celebrate the Pamana during a very special screening at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas. It all started with the Pamana stories of five people: a yuppie in the advertising industry single-handedly brought up by his mom; a doctor who is a daughter to fellow medical professionals, and is new to motherhood herself; a woman born differently and raised selflessly by her mother; a fashion designer whose mom had to keep the family together from thousand of miles away; and a celebrity who has found her best friend in her mom.

During the said occasion, these people brought their moms to the cinema as a Mother’s Day treat. Little did the mothers know that the treat wasn’t the movie. They would soon discover that the treat was what was going to be shown on-screen. The mothers watched on - stunned, surprised, and touched, as their children on screen paid tribute to their moms in a way that’s truly larger than life. It was, after all, a tribute that these mothers truly deserved, for everything they have left, sacrificed, or done for the greatest legacies they have -their children.

 Watch the heartwarming Mother’s Day Surprise on Ceelin’s YouTube page.

Wordless Wednesday #38 | Mother's Day...

With my favorite cake and my favorite boy. 

How was your Mother's Day, fellow mommies? :)

Something Special for Mom | Win a pair of Firmoo Sunglasses + e-vouchers!

The month of May is a special time to celebrate Mothers. Whether you are a mom yourself or you're doing something special for your own mom, the Something Special for Mom Giveaway Event is for YOU!

A great group of bloggers have come together to show you special items you might like to receive or give as gifts this month. You'll be able to enter to win these great products from May 10th-26th thanks to the Blogging Mamas Network!

 Be sure to hop around to all of the participating bloggers, in the linky below this giveaway, as they have some great prizes to share with you! Make sure you also enter the Grand Prize - a $250 Gift Card to Mía Mariú! One lucky Mama is going to look so pretty with all that eco-friendly makeup!

 

For my giveaway, I am so happy to be working once again with Firmoo - the global online optical store.

Firmoo is the world's Most Popular Online Eyeglasses Store - as evidenced by their 580K+ fans on Facebook. Firmoo's mission is to offer varieties of unbelievable cheap yet fashionable prescription & Plano eyewear to the consuming public.

Their collection of eyewear comes directly from an affiliate factory, hence, prices are 85%~90% lower than those being sold at traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Purchasing eyeglasses from Firmoo is very convenient too, since you can do the shopping right in the comfort of your own home (or office, even). And they ship to over 40 countries worldwide!

Remember this pair of sunglasses that I got from them last year?

You too could be sporting one of these babies by simply joining my giveaway! Seven prizes at stake for seven lucky winners*!

Grand Prize: One pair of sunglasses, to be shipped to the winner free of charge. 

(Winner can choose his/her pair of sunglasses from this collection.)

Consolation Prizes: 6 Firmoo e-vouchers worth $20 each.

*Prize setting for 50 or more giveaway contestants. If there will be less than 50 contestants, only the e-vouchers will be raffled. As such, let's keep the entries coming, okay? :)

Enter my giveaway via the Rafflecopter below.

This event will run from May 10th to May 26th, and is open worldwide. 

Good luck! :)

a Rafflecopter giveaway

According to Jenny, So Easy Being Green, the Blogging Mamas Network, and the Something Special for Mom participating bloggers are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill prize obligations.