Jay Lagare

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I’m Yours

By on Monday, July 14, 2008

By Jason Mraz

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Well, you done done me and you bet I felt it
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I tried to be chill but your so hot that i melted
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I fell right through the cracks, and i'm tryin to get back
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before the cool done run out i'll be givin it my best test
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and nothin's gonna stop me but divine intervention
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I reckon it's again my turn to win some or learn some 

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I won't hesitate no more,
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no more, it cannot wait i'm yours 

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Well open up your mind and see like me
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open up your plans and damn you're free
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look into your heart and you'll find love love love
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listen to the music at the moment maybe sing with me
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Ah, la peaceful melody
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It's your god forsaken right to be loved loved loved loved Loved
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Couscous, Asparagus, and Scallops

By on Thursday, July 10, 2008

I promised Michelle to cook something I know, so here it is finally. Based on the recipe from the QIFTSG book.

Couscous
Chicken broth cube
Thyme

Asparagus
Olive Oil
Vinegar
Sugar

Scallops
Salt
Ground Pepper
Olive Oil
Butter
Chopped Parsley
Lemon

In pot, boil 2 cups of water. Add chicken cube (and thyme if dry). Let it boil. Add couscous (and thyme if fresh). Remove from heat, cover lid, and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

In pan, heat some olive oil. Add asparagus tips. Remove asparagus while still tender. Add balsamic vinegar and sugar to the pan. Thicken slightly. Put back asparagus.

If you’re using frozen scallops, defrost well. Dry thoroughly with tissue paper. Season with salt and pepper. In pan, heat some olive oil. Add butter. Sear the scallops around 3-5  minutes per side till brown crust appears. Transfer the scallops to plate. Add more butter, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Swirl a bit and pour onto scallops.

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Vieux Chalet

By on Monday, July 7, 2008

When you go up Antipolo for dinner, people usually think Padi’s Point or Cloud 9 (not the surfing destination). But there’s actually an alternative that, at least for me, is better: Vieux Chalet. I only learned about Vieux Chalet from Wil who learned about it from OAP. So why do I like it? It’s got the same sunset and city lights view as the aforementioned places but in a fine dining setting. Perfect for quiet dinners.

Getting there requires a bit more effort than going to your favorite mall restaurant. Start by going along Marcos Highway till you reach Sumulong Highway. You will see Masinag Market as well as a traffic light in the intersection. Turn right and go on past Padi’s Point and Cloud 9. After some time, you will see Bankers’ Village to your right, watch out for the next intersection. Turn right and at the next intersection, turn right again and enter Villa Christina. Drive down the road (watch out for all those kids playing) and enter Purok Sampaguita. Follow the Vieux Chalet signs and go on past Villa Christina Resort till see Vieux Chalet to your right.

In my two visits there, Rico (the all-around guy there), recommended fettucine and osso buco. And in my two visits, I ordered the same :D Their menu is actually more varied than that though some items are sometimes not available. Be more adventurous than I. And don’t fail to try their signature lemon grass iced tea. Servings are good for 2-3 people.

Rating: 4/5

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Volvo S60

By on Friday, July 4, 2008

Yesterday, I was tailing my classmate’s Volvo S60 on the way to his residence where we are celebrating our French instructor’s birthday. Looking at the rear end, the side I will see most, I couldn’t help but admire the way Volvo was able to make the boring sedan look so sleek and sporty. Much more so than BMW or Mercedes. Now I want a Volvo. Darn.

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Cafe Juanita

By on Tuesday, July 1, 2008

I’ve been to Cafe Juanita three times before. And last Sunday, I went there again for the belated celebration of Erwin’s birthday. I suppose that says something about how I like the place :P

Cafe Juanita is tucked away in a side street in Barangay Kapitolyo but it’s pretty easy to find. Coming from Makati, take EDSA and turn right at Shaw, turn right at the rotonda, and then you will see a sign on the right soon after. The restaurant has a homey old house atmosphere complete with the antique furniture, decor, and trinkets.

My favorite there is the the crispy fried Laguna fish. It’s a simple but nice dish. I almost always order it at Juanita so this time around I decided not to say anything about what to order. But Crissy ended up ordering it again along with kare-kare and bagnet which are also good :))

Rating: 4/5

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