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This article was created in response to the recent Philippine tropical storm Ondoy (International Name: Kestana) which intensely hit Metro Manila and nearby provinces.

These are the times when you are caught unaware or unprepared. Typhoon Ondoy hit the Philippines Sept. 26 and in a few hours, most of Metro Manila is in deep water.

It received more than a month’s amount of rain in less than 24hrs.

Either you were stranded in school, in the roof of your house or simply can’t get out of your house due to floods (like in my case), you would want to have enough supply of food nearby while waiting for rescue.

I always advise my relatives to stock up on extended-perishable goods like canned goods, biscuits and bottled water or juices.

I grew up with my over cautious mom who would stock up more than a month’s worth of grocery at home; always. Our cabinets were always full of powdered canned milk, canned goods, instant noodles, supplies, and the likes.

She was like that because she went through World War II in the Philippines. They experienced how be frightened amidst bombing and soldiers’ guns. Situations where you would not want to get out of your house. Food is one of their blanket of security.

Stock up in your Homes

Going back to the main topic of this article, you should also learn how to stock up food in your house. Since we know food is perishable, we can store products with a longer lifespan such as canned goods (meat loaf and sardines), instant noodles, biscuits (crackers), bottled water, and juices.

Most of these products might not be as healthy as fresh cooked food, but in times of calamities where electricity is out and your cooking gas supply is running low, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Others may argue that these storms usually just last a day or two. With the ongoing climate change, who knows?

Or perhaps what if a war breaks up. Less likely and hopefully not, but nonetheless possible.

Just remember to check the expiration dates of the products at least about once a month since these are still perishable goods. Use them up and replenish with new ones when necessary.

Stock up in your Cars

The Philippines is known for its heavy traffic in the metropolis. Aside from these, you would be thankful for a ready food when you are stuck in your car during flood for an extended amount of time.

The same items are applicable for your storage in cars like biscuits and water bottles. Just note that the plastic water bottles do expire; and the chemical reaction with the plastic occurs much faster in heat (since cars are usually exposed to daytime heat especially when parked). You just have to change them in shorter spans of time.

Canned goods are a definite no-no in cars. The metal encasement will react with the food, hence, “do not expose to direct sunlight”

Others may complain that it’s hard to maintain. But when the time comes that you need one, it’s better to have food than none.

In another note, click here for Emergency Numbers and Current Relief Operations.

These kinds of storms and calamities will happen again. And it can be stronger and worse than what we just experienced. I hope that is enough of a wake up call to all who pollute the environment and abuse mother nature.

Nomnom is 1-week old! And for your support since 09-09-09, we are thankful! Thank You! 🙂

Nov.12 UPDATE: Check the winners here!

With the upcoming National Thank You Day on October 20 November, 2009, NomnomClub, with the support of Toblerone and GeiserMaclang, is sponsoring a “Thank You” themed online photo contest for Nomnom readers. 🙂

1. 

   Thank You Day

   Simply submit a photo shot by you which answers ‘How do you spread the sweetness of gratitude?‘ (1 Photo is 1 entry).

2. Upload your entries in your own sites (facebook, multiply, blogs). You may link to this blog contest entry.
3. Post the link of your photo entries/article in the comments section below so I can check them out.
4. Register in www.thankyoudayphilippines.com and post your photos in the gallery section as well. (read site competition mechanics).

It’s that simple!

This contest will run until OctNov.10. By OctNov.12, I will select my 5 winners who would each receive a TY kit.

The organizers would then choose their Top 3 from all who will submit in the website.

On October 15November, 2009, the Top 3 winners will be announced in thankyoudayphilippines.com and receive a Toblerone gift pack each. They will also be recognized during the TYDay awards 🙂

National Thank You Day with Toblerone and Nomnom

Lastly,  join Toblerone and Nomnom as we celebrate the National Thank You Day Awards on October 20 November 20, 2009 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall.

For more information on the National Thank You Day and Toblerone, visit www.thankyoudayphilippines.com HERE or the Thank You Day Philippines Facebook page here.

The Peninsula Manila turns 33 this Monday, Sept. 14, since it started in 1976. They decided to commemorate their roots by going back to it. The old prices, that is.

From 12:01pmam to 11:59pm, The Lobby of The Peninsula Manila brings back the prices of their signature Halo-halo Harana to P33 only – just as it was way back then!

Other than their Halo-halo Harana, they are including Pancit Luglog, and Schueblig from its menu as these three represent the hotel’s iconic items. Nomnomnom!

Halo-halo Harana, Pancit Luglog, and Schueblig has been offered in the Hotel since 1976. You could say that these are their classics.

“It’s what keeps our patrons coming back year after year. It’s actually an extensive list but we wanted to keep things simple so we decided to trim it down to something more manageable.” adds hotel food and beverage director, Laurent le Deu.

Pleas do take note thought that:

The Lobby 1976 Price Rollback promotion accepts reservations but will be on a first-come/first serve basis. Added conditions to the promotion: drinks and items not on the rollback list will be regularly priced; transactions will not accept marketing tie-up discounts, there will be no takeout; all three items must be ordered and consumed at The Lobby, and orders will not be shared.

News Source:
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/219814/rollback-1976
http://www.tribune.net.ph/life/20090912lif6.html
http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=503743&publicationSubCategoryId=81
Thanks to Arvin for the heads up.

Sept 14 12:01am Update: I just called up Manila Pen and there are a number of people right now (start of the  promo). The one who answered also confirmed that there is no phone reservation as of that moment and solely on fist-come, first-serve basis. The P33 halo-halo would total to about P40 including tax and service charge.

Manila Peninsula

*Halo-halo photo is not actual product. For illustration purposes only.

Reserve now! For any inquiries on The Peninsula Manila P33 promo, you can reach them at, 887 2888 extension 6694 or email diningpmn@peninsula.com.

“Let There Be Light,…and There Was White.”

Come and join Red Ribbon‘s Blogger Event this coming September 17, Thursday, and discover a deliciously memorable dessert experience to delight those you care about the most.

Be the first to see the television commercial (TVC) of Red Ribbon‘s newest darling. She’s as light as the White clouds in the sky on a sunny day.

Please register below and receive a ‘White Ticket’ in your indicated email inbox within the next 12hrs. Please register early as slots are limited.

It will serve as your pass and raffle stub to the blogger event on September 17, 2009, 7 o’clock in the evening to be held at the Function Room of Red Ribbon Libis branch.

Are you a Mommy Blogger? You might want to attend this instead.

Sept 14, 2009 Update:
For the 7pm blogger event, the registrant uptake was way faster than expected and the 40 slots are now filled. If you haven’t registered, you may still do so but you will not receive a ‘white ticket’ just yet. You will also be listed under the ‘waiting list.’ When a slot becomes available, you will be notified by email together with the ‘White Ticket’ to confirm your slot by the afternoon of Sept 16, Wednesday.

Sept 16, 2009 Update:

Registration has closed

Here’s the map to help you on your way (click image to enlarge):

Red Ribbon Libis Map

For any inquiries, please feel free to send an email to admin@nomnomclub.com or contact 0922*8*JONEL*3.

See you there!

Nomnomnom:  (nom-nom-nom)
noun – an expression of eating; thereby creating a sound.

Nomnom Club is born out of love for dining and trying out a variety of edible and drinkable creations that nourishes the physical body and comforts the soul.

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Nomnom the Foodie

Food. Yes, this is a food blog which is endorsed by its resident foodie named Nomnom. If you check out the blog title banner, he is partially peeping over the font characters. 🙂 He is still shy as of now, but promises to completely  show himself in public 31 days from now. The blog started 09-09 and he’s coming out by 10-10.  🙂

He loves checking out the different restaurants, coffee shops, pasta places, grills, doughtnut shops, fast-food joints, café, hideaways, pizzerias, bars, and the latest food spots in town.

Nomnomclub.com Food Blog

He enjoins himself in the foodie photos whenever he gets the chance. He is also a distant cousin of Sago from the travel & food blog LetsGoSago.net who pops about the travel photos.

Nomnom Club

Nomnom Club

Nomnomclub also envisions itself to evolve into a membership-type of food-lovers’ organization in due time, hence the ‘club‘ suffix.

For now, allow Nomnom to share with you his awesome future food adventures!