I’ve lived independently since High School. I learned how to clean the house, do the laundry, budgeting etc. That’s why my friends kept on telling me, I can survive living abroad– alone. The problem is, I never learned how to cook. I know the basics, I can fry, steam, stew but never really got the chance to cook real food. I wanted to try baking too, but I believe that’s a talent I never had.

Anyway, I did learn how to make pastas. I love pasta! So I know how to make Baked macaroni and bolognese. When I learned that Joey’s mom is a great cook, it kind of pressured me to learn cooking as well. So I tried making Kaldereta and Beef Nilaga! (Boyfriends make the best customer, they will never complain). Joey loved it, aaawwww!

Anyway, I’ve noticed here in NZ, food are quite bland for my taste. You will find “No salt added” labels on most products. I am sure, once I get my own flat, I’ll be cooking more! Grocery shopping here is love!

But I what I absolutely love here in NZ is that they have nice desserts, Ice creams are good, chocolates and milk are everywhere. Pretty cheap as well. Can’t wait to make my own desserts.

Here’s one of my to do things:

Pavlova
Pavlova is the national dessert of New Zealand, named for the famous Russian ballerina, Anna Pavlova. This dessert, made of meringue, whipped cream, and fruit, is said to be lighter than air and was created as a tribute to the light and graceful dancer. Australia also claims credit for the invention of pavlova, however, old cookbooks tend to weigh heavily on the side of Kiwis.

photo credit to Flickr.com ♥babybee