Author Archives: Pauline

Homemade Cough Syrup

I’ve heard so many horror stories about the adverse effects of synthetic medicines, particularly on the kidneys. That’s why these days, I turn to natural remedies for common ailments such as cough and colds. I found this interesting recipe for cough syrup and thought I’d share it with you.  The recipe calls for honey andContinue reading “Homemade Cough Syrup”

Top 5 Health Benefits of Coffee

I think I started drinking coffee when I was twelve, thanks to my father who loved coffee so much.  As a grownup, there was actually a point in my life when I’d drink up to eight cups a day! It took me a while to realize that that was the reason for my palpitations (IContinue reading “Top 5 Health Benefits of Coffee”

Simple Pleasures at Home

I just got back from my Holy Week vacation.  One whole week of pure bliss with my family in our little cottage by the sea. I did nothing but eat (!), sleep, swim and play with my 4-year old nephew.  Oh, and I let the local manghihilot take out all the stress from my body,Continue reading “Simple Pleasures at Home”

Madeleines and Other Baked Goodies from Tous Le Jours

I haven’t eaten carbs in three weeks, and as a treat to myself for being such a good girl, I passed by Tous le Jours today and bought me some baked goodies. Tous les Jours is a French Asian Bakery that just opened its first Philippine branch in SM North. I swear I was salivatingContinue reading “Madeleines and Other Baked Goodies from Tous Le Jours”