Issue 2: Volume 3 May- June 2008

Italian recipes generally call for no special cooking methods. What is more notable is the absence of oven roasting as a cooking method: reliable ovens were relatively uncommon in Italian households until long after World War II, so nearly all home cooking took place on top of the stove. Instead of being oven roasted, poultry and small game are frequently pan-roasted: actually a form of braising. Dishes which do require baking in an oven were traditionally prepared at home, taken to the local bakery for cooking, then brought back home; this explains why pizza and lasagna are rarely meant to be served at oven temperature.

In addition to pan roasting, the most common cooking methods in Italian cooking are grilling, sauteeing, boiling, and poaching. (courtesy of recipes.wikia.com)

Tips to Making Perfect Pasta!
To get the best result for your San Remo pasta dish follow these tips from the experts:

• A larger pan filled with a good amount of water is better than a pan that just fits the pasta and water. The pasta needs room to cook properly. Use 1 litre for every 100g of pasta, so a 500g pack of pasta which feeds four people will require 5 litres of water. By using more water you will avoid having the pasta sticking together after it is cooked.

• Adding salt to the water adds flavour to the pasta. We recommend using 1-2 teaspoons per 500g of pasta, but you can use more if you prefer.
  
  
• Never rinse the pasta once it is drained as this will remove the starch, which helps the sauce cling to the surface of the pasta. If you need to keep the pasta aside while the sauce is still being prepared, return it to the pot, spray with a little olive oil and cover with a lid or cling wrap. Or, add the drained pasta straight into the pan where the sauce has been made and toss gently.
  
  
• If you need to boil vegetables to go into your sauce, just add them to the pasta half way through the cooking process. This saves time and less pans need to be cleaned.
  
  
• If you are making a soup pasta, there’s no need to cook the pasta separately. Just add the pasta to the pan in which you have made the soup, adding it around 8-10 minutes before the soup is finished cooking. Ideal San Remo pasta shapes for soups are Soup Pasta, Risone, Macaroni, Cavolini or Small Shells.
  
  
• Use a good quality Olive Oil if you can, it carries a more intense flavour and enhances the taste of the pasta.
  
  
• Prepare ahead for quick mid-week meals. Cook a large quantity of pasta – San Remo 750g pasta has enough serves for 8 people – and when cooled pour individual servings into plastic bags and freeze. When you want a quick meal, simply drop the contents of the bag into hot water.

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Issue 2 : Volume 2 March - April 2008

Of all the countries I know, only the Philippines has a numerous indigenous and foreign influences when it comes to food. For almost 400 years, the Philippines was under Spanish regime which now explains the acceptability of Spanish cuisine in the Filipinos taste pallets.

For this month's issue, we will be exploring Spanish cuisine. You'll find mouth-watering recipes, trivia about Spanish food & thrilling promotions you can look forward to.






This delicious and flavorful blend contains LYCOPENE. a substance that may help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. It is also a good source of POTASSIUM, mineral that plays an important part in athletic performance and is useful in the prevention and treatment of high- blood pressure and cancer. Clara Ole Tomato Sauce also contains IODINE, which aids in goiter prevention and mental development during formative years. So cook your way to good health and great food.

Do not use an aluminum pot, pan or utensil when cooking tomatoes. The acid in the tomato reacts unfavorably with the aluminum. Using aluminum makes the cooked tomatoes more bitter and fades the color. The dish will also absorb some of the aluminum and the acid in the tomatoes can pit and discolor the aluminum cookware.

Buy Kikkoman Standard 500 ml and get Clara Ole Tomato Sauce 250 g for free.

For every purchase of Kikkkoman Standard 1L get 1 pack of San Remo Linguine 500g free.

Learn how to cook Japanese Omu Rice and Japanese Pasta using these ingredients with the recipe leaflet included in the pack.

Watch out for an exciting treat from San Remo!

Get a free Pasta keeper when you buy any 2 packs of the following San Remo pasta variant:

San Remo Fettuccine 500g

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DO YOU KNOW THAT ....

EMPANADA comes from the Spanish verb empanar, meaning to wrap or coat in bread. Usually the empanada is made by folding a thin circular-shaped dough patty over the stuffing, creating its typical semicircular shape.

Issue 2 : Volume 1 January - February 2008

KUNG HEI FAT CHOI!!!

Chinese culture is very familiar to us Filipinos. We love to eat Chinese food such as siopao, siomai, congee and mami. We see a lot of Chinese Restaurants in all cities. No doubt, Chinese food is one of the most easiest cuisine we could ever cook.


Let's celebrate Chinese New Year with GOOD FOOD! and let's welcome the year of the rat with a big bang.

Fish are delicate so be careful not to overcook it. Fish fillets should not be cooked too long or at too high temperature or it will become rubbery. You will know it’s cooked when it flakes easily at the touch of a fork.

Fish is also a must during Chinese New Year celebrations because it is known to symbol of luck and good fortune.





Soy sauce is considered as one of the most important ingredients in Chinese cuisine. Although named as such, it is not a sauce but is referred to the liquid that is extracted from fermented soya beans. It has a distinct taste referred to as "xiān wèi" by the Chinese.

Top grade soy sauce is made from the finest soy beans, washed and steam-cooked in high pressure cooker. It is fermented in huge tanks under the sun, which is believed to contribute to additional flavour. The entire process has to be meticulously done to achieve a top quality product.

Good quality light soy sauce has a light reddish brown color and is slightly translucent. It is generally used for seafood, white meat and most vegetables, and in soups and stir-frying. On the other hand, dark soy sauce is deep red and can easily stain glasses. It is ideal for roasting, braising and marinating.


Lee Kum Kee Premium Soy Sauce is made from premium soybeans and wheat flour. Used by households as well as professional kitchens around the world, it is brewed according to the traditional and natural method which gives a rich soy flavor and aroma that will delicately enhance the taste of any dish.
It is a must-have for those who love to eat dimsums – a great partner for that siomai!



Sesame oil is an organic oil made from toasted hulled sesame seeds. It is usually added at the end of cooking to highlight the flavor and enhance the aroma. Some use MSG as seasoning while cooking. But in most Chinese and Korean cuisine, a few drops of sesame oil sprinkled over the dish before serving does the trick.

Sesame oil is said to be rich in poly and monounsaturated fats – the type of fat that can lower serum cholesterol. Plus, it contains two powerful natural antioxidants, sesamol and sesamin. Some also use sesame oil to soothe skin irritations and in cosmetics as a softener.

Unlike other oils, sesame smokes and burns easily so it is not suitable for stir-frying. If to be used at home, it is usually bought in small bottles and consumed before its expiry date, as it loses its strong aroma.


Lee Kum Kee Sesame Oil is made from selected roasted sesame seeds, Lee Kum Kee Sesame Oil is carefully blended to retain strong sesame flavor and is indispensable in any dishes.
Adding a few dashes of sesame oil to dishes just before serving or marinating meat will accent the overall taste and help intensify the dish’s fragrance.





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Issue 1, Volume 4 - December 2007

HO..HO..HO... MERRY CHRISTMAS !
Christmas is just around the corner, The most festive season where families and friends get together exchanging stories, laughter and gifts. Malls are jam-packed with shoppers doing their christmas shopping. Kids are so excited waiting for Santa's gift, some would even jump at midnight as high as they can thinking that they will grow taller the next coming year. But all these traditions wouldn't be complete if Mommy wouldn't prepare a delicious delectable food on the table for Noche Buena.
To all the moms, don't worry, we made it easier for you to plan out Noche Buena for your family . Here's a line up of mouthwatering recipes that you can prepare that your family will surely love.

The adventure in many flavors continues ! Try these new marinades from Clara Ole and experience the gastronomic adventure you truly deserve.

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If you are thinking of ways to increase your kids' appetite and at the same time give them proper nutrition, try new McCormick Oriental Soups, with five appetizing flavors for you and your kids to enjoy: Chicken Mushroom Soup, Crab & Corn Soup, Hongkong Style Hot & Sour Soup, Chicken & Corn Soup, and Xi Hu Beef Soup.

McCormick Oriental Soups are easy to prepare. Just add soup mix to boiling water, then add a beaten egg and mix. Voila! You can now enjoy authentic-style Chinese soup. It also has real meat bits! Each pack is good for four people and is sold at leading supermarkets for only P28.45 (suggested retail price).

Now, if you are craving for comfort food or something to warm your stomach, try new McCormick Congee, with three oriental flavors to choose from: Chicken Congee, Century Egg Mix Congee with Meat Mix, and Beef Congee.

McCormick Congee is instant. Just add hot water and you’ll savor oriental taste congee in just three minutes. Each pack makes two servings (360ml) and is also available in leading supermarkets for only P29.70/ pack (suggested retail price). McCormick is also the first to offer oriental style congee with real meat or century egg that is similar to the ones being offered in dimsum and chinese restaurants!

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