Debutant's Party

We were invited to attend the debut of a colleague's daughter held yesterday somewhere in Golders Green. We were late but no one noticed, actually we were just right on time to queue for buffet meal. We were told the party started 2 hours ago, but hey, that is the beauty of Filipino Party, there was a constant comings and goings of well dressed people and one would hardly notice it if you are late, unless if you are entering through a grand staircase. It would have been lovely to stay longer but my mind was elsewhere, I was distracted with a lot of things in my mind. First there's my luggage to sort out, some last minute errands to attend to, loads of things to handover at work and the list could go on and on. I'm just justifying that am trying to get rid of this nagging ailment that I have and do blogging instead.

Well, hello Gina!

So I visited Birmingham once again after such a long time. I don't know, it seems that every time I come visit it is always short and sweet. My usual point of contact there is Gina who has been a good friend of mine. As far as I could recall we never had any misunderstanding on anything. As soon as she picked me up from the train station we didn't waste any time. Our conversation was like that of an express train, where not a single minute stalled and gossips and topics flowed smoothly like a stream. From issues on singleton (it seems so elusive for us, well, where art thou Romeo?!) to families, friends and on how we have grown and matured through these years. The one thing that I can say about her is that she has never lost her cool and, a very sleek driver I must say. She remains a fashionista with her uber chick flare and can be compared amongst the likes of the Calabasas girl in California. I have been forever convincing her to come visit London so I could share my side of the river. Muchos gracias senorita Madrid, you have been such a gracious host indeed!

Penthouse suite with a magnifique view

Living in London or in any lit metropolis has its perks. I was lucky enough to be tagged along by my gorgeous buddy Diane to a surprise birthday party and I have to say that the photography course simultaneously booked on this same date was worth postponing for, thanks sweetie! The ambiance of the place is superb (well, it was held in 12th floor PS of Grange Hotel) and admiring London Bridge that near while holding a glass of bubbly in the highest form of comfort is just simply divine. There were loads of peeps from different walks of life (good & friendly crowd), I sealed my face with semi permanent smize and went with the flow. The drinks and nik naks were flowing and I must not forget to mention that the cake (made by the chef who is amongst their close pal) just simply melted in my mouth, oooh the power of alcohol in that cake made me weak in the knees, it was so deliciously sinful!

Wish list

I have noticed that some bakers recommend having a stand whisk blender. It gives an outstanding result for cake icings and everything else. I still find it so hard to justify in buying this item which is equivalent to the usual price of a Gucci tote bag. Mind you kenwood and kitchen aid are head to head when it comes to price. I wonder if there is a genie somewhere who will give this to me on my birthday (high hopes)

. Here is to hoping for the best (tongue in cheek).

Calorificissimo mio!

I can't believe I ate this 3500 loads of sinfulicious cholesterol clogging dessert that even the 2 mile jaunt afterwards did not even make up for it. I wonder where my feet will lead me this

Sunday? I can't wait! errm, NOT!

RED

This is my third glass of red for the week. Well, anything good for the heart is good for me too. I wanted my usual Merlot or Pinot Grigio unfortunately these were not available in John Lewis Brasserie, so instead I settled for Rioja too which is quite smooth. Mind you even the chips that should have gone with the Angus beef burger is not even available. However it is the company that counts the most. It was good to catch up with someone very dear indeed.

Play School

It has been a while since I have indulged myself into this type of fun with a bunch of strangers (from the united Colors of Benetton) who happen to have the same hobby. We exchanged bits of info about ourselves and family and, admired each others creation. Having a glass of wine with free top up definitely made it more entertaining and the atmosphere was so relaxed. I have a learned a bit but I expected more, I guess. Apparently my 2 siblings who're on the other side of the world are also attending the cake deco class as I type this, I bet theirs is more advance!