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Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Yum Yum Tempura: Learning How to Cook the Delicious Japanese Dish

Isn't it delicious? Yuuuuuuuuum!

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Many of us Filipinos are now eating some of the Japanese dishes right? There are also many Japanese restaurants in the Philippines and one of the Japanese dishes served there that we probably have eaten there already is the Tempura.

What is Tempura? Tempura is a Japanese dish of seafood or vegetables that have been battered and deep fried.

The Tempura recipe was introduced to Japan by the Portuguese Jesuit Missionaries particularly active in Nagasaki. The Tempura was a popular food eaten at street venders and it is called 'yatai' since Genroku era.

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Red-letter days are special days that we mark red on our calendars. These are days that we make absolutely memorable, so we celebrate them the best way we can!

From children’s parties to debuts to milestone occasions, The Blue Leaf provides venues that foster interaction and gathering, surrounded by natural environment. Our hospitable staff is only too happy to serve and make your day a truly special one.

The Blue Leaf aims to be the top venue choice for clients who wish to enjoy a memorable bonding experience with family, friends and business contacts through impressive facilities, great food and great service by The Blue Leaf and its partners.

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The word CULTURE comes with:

C- captivating
U- unique
L- long lasting
T- terrific
U- universal
R- recognizable
E- endearing

Customary beliefs including ways, religions, foods, anything that encompass the word COUNTRY'S IDENTITY. As we all know all countries world wide have their own authentic cultures that make them extraordinary, that can possibly touch others hearts and make them be amaze and be affected. Two countries that have distinct cultures are Japan and Philippines. These two countries have their differences in terms of their vast and wonderful cultures. We can compare them and let us be amaze and say "WOW" with their beautiful culture that we can adapt some also.

Nihonjins used to bow as sign of respect while Filipinos kiss someone elder's hand or bless - putting a hand on your forehead. Nihonjins eat Sushi that consist of raw fish while many Filipinos don't like the taste of raw fish's. Nihonjins often drink teas to rejuvenate their bodies while Filipinos drink a hot cup of Tablea - chocolate disc. Nihonjins used to prepare a Bento - complete meal consisting of rice, veggies, meat etc. while Filipinos were contented on a meal of rice with one viand.

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"For nine years, we've been on a mission to connect the world. We now connect more than 1 billion people, but to connect the next 5 billion we must solve a much bigger problem: the vast majority of people don't have access to the internet.

I'm focused on this because I think it's one of the greatest challenges of our generation. I've attached a rough plan I've written outlining the work Facebook is doing to solve this and how our industry can work together to connect the next 5 billion people." - Mark Zuckerberg

For almost ten years, Facebook has been on a mission to make the world more open and connected. Today we connect more than 1.15 billion people each month, but as we started thinking about connecting the next 5 billion, we realized something important: the vast majority of people in the world don’t have access to the internet.

Today, only 2.7 billion people are online — a little more than one third of the world. That is growing by less than 9% a year, but that’s slow considering how early we are in the internet’s development. Even though projections show most people will get smartphones in the next decade, most people still won’t have data access because the cost of data remains much more expensive than the price of a smartphone.

Below, I’ll share a rough proposal for how we can connect the next 5 billion people, and a rough plan to work together as an industry to get there. We’ll discuss how we can make internet access more affordable by making it more efficient to deliver data, how we can use less data by improving the efficiency of the apps we build and how we can help businesses drive internet access by developing a new model to get people online.

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Leading telecommunications company Globe Telecom powers the Department of Education’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) with communication tools for its Typhoon Labuyo operations.

Being a partner of DepEd DRRMO, Globe supplies the government agency with mobile and internet support for monitoring purposes. This time, the company provides prepaid cards which DepEd DRRMO can use with the cellular phones donated by Globe earlier.

“Globe is always here to assist DepEd especially during times when we are challenged by disasters. What better way to do it than provide means for DepEd DRRMO to check the status of affected schools via call, text, or even the internet,” said Fernando Esguerra, OIC of Globe Corporate Social Responsibility.

Japan : Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Cenotaph and Genbaku Dome as seen from Peace Memorial Museum
( japan-guide.com)

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There are many beautiful places in Japan. Some examples are Mount Fuji, Himeji Castle, Kamakura, Matsumoto Castle, Tokyo tower and many more. Among all of these, i would like to go to Hiroshima Peace Memorial park the best

Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park ( Heiwa Kinen Kōen) is one of the most prominent features of the city. Even visitors not looking for the Peace Park will likely stumble upon the large park of over 120,000 square meters. Its trees, lawns, and walking paths are in stark contrast to the surrounding downtown area.

Before the bomb, the area of what is now the Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. Four years to the day after the bomb was dropped, it was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities.

The location of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park was once the city’s busiest downtown commercial and residential district. Today there are a number of memorials and monuments, museums, and lecture halls, which draw over a million visitors annually. The annual 6 August Peace Memorial Ceremony which is sponsored by the city of Hiroshima, is also held in the park. The purpose of the Peace Memorial Park is to not only memorialize the victims, but also to establish the memory of nuclear horrors and advocate world peace.

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ADHOCACY
Origin 1958: ADHOC's advocacy and legacy

noun. |add.hawk.uh.see|

The driving force that upholds the advocacy of supporting UP JMA's K.I.D.S., constantly exceeding standards and soaring to new heights by delivering the major event that is always imitated but never surpassed and thus continuing UP JMA's legacy of excellence and social responsibility. Itching to get those tickets? Get your regular tickets now! Just a few more days til the biggest and the best college party in the metro!

Want to experience ultimate avidity this coming August 24?

‪#‎ADHOC‬ 08.24.13

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"Sumo Sam is a Japanese-American restaurant that boasts an extensive menu - from basic sashimi and sushi platters to sukiyaki, udons, and bacon-wrapped tempura. There are even Japanese-style burgers, crunchy tuna roll, and a wide variety of tofu dishes. At Sumo Sam, there’s something delicious and tasty for everyone in the family to enjoy." - Enjoy Philippines

I got the opportunity to eat for the first time at Sumo Sam. So I'm excited to show you how great it was to eat there. Well, let's get started.

There is a restaurant called Sumo Sam that has branches in many locations - more than 25 branches and still growing) so don't get confused because they are all completely different branches but offer the same quality dishes. Sumo Sam’s phenomenal growth continues to grow even higher as it opens up more branches across the Philippines. The the legend lives on as Sumo Sam raises the bar higher for itself than it has so far achieved. The photo up above in their menu is the logo of the Sumo Sam I've been telling you.

The food here in Sumo Sam is great and I have to tell you that one of the owners of this restaurant is a celebrity. See for your own eyes - one of the owners is no other than Chef Marvin Agustin.

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I chance upon seeing on my Facebook timeline these pre-designed 17th and Oak prints that make the perfect gifts for any occasion. These prints were inspired by quotes from the movie Man Of Steel and The Dark Knight.

They are A3 (16.5 x 11.7 inches) and printed on 280gsm card, which means they will fit into any standard A3 frame.

They are printed to order so please allow 1-2 weeks for printing and delivery.

Available for only $49.00 each.

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August 21 or “Ninoy Aquino Day” is a special non-working day. Malacañang has declared today, Wednesday a holiday as the nation commemorates the 30th death anniversary of former Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.

The Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office (PCDSPO) is spearheading an online commemoration which will feature an interactive page with a comprehensive timeline, music of the era, infographic maps, essays, and testimonials on Ninoy and his sacrifice, on the Presidential Museum and Library.

Filipinos can join to participate in this campaign, which will source and publish short statements from those who had lived through that watershed event in our history.

All Female Battle of the Ink by Limitattoo

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Limitattoo presents an All-Female Battle of the Ink on August 31, 2013 to be held at Limitado located at No. 2 Kapt. Moy St. Sta. Elena Marikina (behind the OLA Church).

For Pre-made and On-the-Spot Category, the TOTAL entry fee is P1,200.00 inclusion of 2 set meals, unlimited cocktail drinks, sanitary kit, certificate of participation. Free events shirt for early birds registered participants via email (bigtimetado@gmail.com).

For Freestyle- On-the-Spot ONLY category participants, the entry fee is P900.00 covered with 2 set meals and a certificate of participation.

For Pre-made ONLY Category participants, (realism portrait, Oriental, Cartoonic, Tribal/Ethnic) the entry fee is P600.00 inclusive of Certificate of participation and a free drink.

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT 09065097049, 9452571 Bigtimetado@gmail.com

Karate Kid : Japanese Restaurant in SM Megamall

Credits to Karate Kid Flickr account

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Last August 18, 2013, my brother and I had a trip to SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City after attending mass. We went to a Japanese restaurant named the Karate Kid to eat our lunch.

On our way to SM Megamall it was raining really hard. Oh! How wished it was sunny that day but it wasn't, sucks for me, getting wet by the rain, it was really cold.

After arriving at the mall there weren't that many people inside, maybe it was still early. We walked around a few times before going to the Japanese restaurant. It was a really long walk from where we were to the Karate Kid.

When we arrived at the restaurant, we were greeted in Japanese, I wanted to greet them back but I felt embarrassed. Then we looked for a place to dine in and there were many people but not enough to occupy all of the tables.

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This New kind of technology seems to break and make name for one of the most needed parts in a computer specially the CPU . Its not really the water proofing that is so distinct but as we know corrosion that comes from dust, moist in any kind of weather temperature a unit will be susceptible to be.

This New A-Style Motherboard is one that gives good quality features that is beyond the realities of how the original motherboard has been built and produced.

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May kasabihan "Nasa Diyos ang awa, nasa tao ang gawa" - Your Prayers are good but we need Action!

We can help our fellowmen through prayers but your helping hand is badly needed! Lumabas po kayo diyan sa mga lungga ninyo at tumulong kayo!

Sa mga malalayong lugar na hindi affected ng malakas na ulan at pagbaha, you can monitor flood news updates and share all possible infos to whereabouts of people stranded or requiring assistance to the authorities.

Huwag muna unahin ang pagkolekta ng relief goods at donations - that should come after rescue. Saving lives should be the priority!

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"Photography is used by amateurs to preserve memories, to capture special moments, to tell stories, to send messages, and as a source of entertainment. An amateur photographer is one who practices photography as a hobby and not for profit. The quality of some amateur work is comparable to that of many professionals and may be highly specialized or eclectic in its choice of subjects."

But eventually these amateurs may soon become professional photographers based on how intense their passion for the art will develop. Some amateurs already have a keen eye to produce works equal or even superior than what professionals may produce.

I guess it's all in the eye, and how you perceive the beauty of everything around you. Many have the most interesting angles or point of views, the proper amount of lighting, the right blending of colors, the precise timing to capture a moment when its best to immortalize an image.

There will come a time when these amateurs will turn into masters...and their works displayed, appreciated and praised by the whole world.

Kanto Artist Run Space at the Collective brings you a 5-Day Screening on the Life and Work of Modern Photography Masters