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Ll “Bloom” Clutch II

McShutterLovin — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:48:40 +0000

The bags have arrived.

Here’s an addendum to the photos of the prototype taken earlier.

[The Bags come in Tan, Brown and Black]

[The straps are removeable, with a simple snap]

A special limited edition run of “BLOOM” tangle, printed on a canvas clutch / shoulder bag w/ detachable chain and leather body.
Leather comes in Tan, Brown and Black.
Size: 13.5″ x 7.5″

All bags purchased come with a digital print of the original artwork.
Size: 18″ x 12″
30 pieces only.

Order now.
0917.8262009
Look for Kankan or visit www.kankanrmos.com.

Va Bene Pasta Deli

McShutterLovin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:51:56 +0000

I finally had a chance to dine in Va Bene Pasta Deli last night, with a large contingent of family members.

Beyond the obviously great looking dishes, each plate was a delight to the senses.

Here are a few photos form the meal.

[our antipasto - a selection of salami and some manchego cubes]

[for starters -- arugula salad]

[foie gras and raviolo]

[squid ink pasta marinara]

[veal]

[pesto crusted lamb on a bed of rissotto]

[truffle oil pasta with mushroom sauce]

[profiteroles]

Jaqui & Maan

McShutterLovin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:53:33 +0000

So Jaqui and Maan finally tied the knot.

7 years is a long time. But it also makes the event so much sweeter.

Here are a few photos:

[start with an iPhone photo of the couple]

[nuestra señora de gracia]

[the groom and best man]

[i arrived early... so not many people inside]

[the lovely bride]

[following the train]

[the first kiss]

[the couple]

[the first dance]

[happiness abound]

Ll “bloom” clutch

McShutterLovin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:47:20 +0000

A special limited edition run of “BLOOM” tangle, printed on a canvas clutch / shoulder bag w/ detachable chain and leather body.
Leather comes in Tan, Brown and Black.
Size: 13.5″ x 7.5″

All bags purchased come with a digital print of the original artwork.
Size: 18″ x 12″
30 pieces only.

Order now.
0917.8262009
Look for Kankan

LX3 love

McShutterLovin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:23:41 +0000

A few years back, I fell in love with the Panasonic Lumix LX3. Sadly, I had to sell my old trusty to purchase the Panasonic GF1. But ever since that day I sold it, I have been hankering for the compact camera’s power and flexibility — especially in the Macro mode.

I was able to find a cheap, hardly used second-hand LX3 in the market and made the decision to grab it.

Here are a few photos…

feets

McShutterLovin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 02:41:45 +0000

As I am already heavily invested in some Canon L lenses, I decided to make the most out of them and find a way to pair them with my Panasonic Lumix GF1.

I headed over to a local camera shop an purchased a Kiwi Fotos lens mount adapter for Canon EF lenses and went for a test flight.

Naturally, the feel of the whole set-up is kind of awkward, as the lens is much much heavier than the body. And, this being a non-native lens, the focusing has to be done manually.

It takes some getting used to, and I’ll probably be investing quite a bit of time on this. But for now, here are some sample shots.

Panasonic Lumix GF1 + Canon 24-105 L [using a Kiwi Fotos lens mount adapter]

#ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines

McShutterLovin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:11:42 +0000

Christmas decor at t. che’s

McShutterLovin — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 02:56:15 +0000

Meals at Tita Cheche’s are always a visual treat. Aside from the great food, the table settings are always something to look forward to.

As some members of the family left for their respective vacations, we had our Christmas dinner early this year. And here are some of the table decors.

[place settings... wait. my name is spelled wrong]

[gift table]

[our table settings]

jack and pepi

McShutterLovin — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 07:16:32 +0000

My two handsome nephews, jack and pepi.

mama’s table, encore

McShutterLovin — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 12:57:46 +0000

One month after my first experience, I came back to Mama’s Table for another treat. Being that it was my second time, chef Vicky Tinio-Clemente mad sure that there were no repeat dishes.

As usual, it was a feast of the senses… Amazed at her creativity and ingenious blend of flavors, I leave you to take a look at the photos (and descriptions) to get an idea of just what a scrumptious experience one lunch at Mama’s Table can be.

[an assortment of appetizers: organic chicken liver pate, artichoke spread, blue cheese spread, semi-cured tomatoes, some fruit and nuts]

[our amuse: tarte alsation -- filo base with goat cheese cream, caramelized onions, organic cherry tomato, fresh basil drizzled with olive oil]

[asparagus soup garnished with asparagus spears and parsley petals]

[our intermezzo: mushroom crustade sprinkled with parmesan cheese and parsley]

[miso-sake-maple soaked cod with shrimp & mussells on braised potato, leeks, organic cherry tomato and snow peas]

[intermezzo 2: swedish meatball topped with pickled cucumber and lingonberry preserve]

[tenderloin with red wine jus & corn, bacon, and mushroom risotto with scallions and zucchini]

[digestif: greens, watercress topped with reduced balsamic vinaigrette, strawberries and crumbled blue cheese]

[dessert: hazelnut choco & panna cotta parfait topped with mango couli & dried mango]