Showing posts with label merry christmas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label merry christmas. Show all posts

Dec 23, 2014

Today Was A Fairytale


I wanted to find something of the beauty of myth that we’ve left behind, carry its shreds before us all, so we could acknowledge it, somehow bring it back to life. I wanted to delve back into that world that cradled us when we were young enough to still touch it, when trolls lived under creek bridges, faeries fluttered under mushroom caps, and the Tooth Fairy only came once you were truly sleeping. I wanted to see if enchantment was somehow still there, simply waiting to be reached. When I felt my loss, I realized that if I could do anything in this life, I wanted to travel the world, searching for those who were still awake in that old dream time, and listen to their stories – because I had to know that there were grownups out there who still believed that life could be magical.
And in that moment I decided: I am going to find the faeries
... and write my own fairytales.

Before the noche buena festivities commence, I would like to wish everyone: A Merry Christmas. Granted Christmas Eve is such a big deal in our country, I am sure everyone is excited to have a fun-filled night until morning with loved ones. I think the ability to reconnect is one of the best things about the Yuletide season and I do hope you spend this opportunity well. You see, once you get older, the holidays become more of a chore rather than a cause for celebration. I get it... we all have responsibilities now and we were already told Santa doesn't exist and that it really was our parents who are stuffing our Christmas socks after all. That's the thing about growing up--- we find out the reality of things that we used to marvel at and believe so intensely. This is the reason why I find people who manage to see the magic in everyday life and continues to be enchanted absolutely fascinating. It's a hard knock life but having hope is something to revel at. Not everyone is like that anymore... maybe except for a selected few. As jaded as I think I tend to be, one thing I still do believe in magical things and that's how I choose to be. Enchantment lies in everyday moments if you are observant and if you are willing to write down your own tales. It's quite simple really... for my case. for example, all I have to do is to find the beauty in the mundane things... and even simpler yet, all I have to do is wear an dreamy ensemble that spells "QUEEN" all over it... this gown is an example of that. After all, an enchanted day is only enchanted if we ourselves believe that anything is possible.

Dec 29, 2011

The Night Before Christmas...








It's tradition that I glam it up for our Christmas Eve dinner. In memory of the Link4 Christmases I have been blogging (here in blogspot and in Chictopia), here's a link to the past years' dresses:
2010's Dress
2009's Dress
2008's Dress (I had short hair then....)
2007's Dress


Channeling my inner Jessica Rabbit in this red high slit sequined gown for our traditional annual Christmas Eve dinner at Old Manila at The Peninsula Manila. It was a great night of scrumptious food from the new chef, good wine and champagne and of course the best company of loved ones and family and of course, my expat boyfriend Inigo. Happy Holidays!!!














xx,JL


The menu for the night was:
(Thanks to Manila Pen's staff for accommodating a special menu for us since I have so many allergies. The German chef was genius! One of the best dinners EVER!)

Amuse Bouche

Salad of Green Asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh Parmesan, truffle dressing

Spiced Foie Gras wrapped in Prosciutto w/ melba toast, buttered head leaves

Pan Seared foie gras with caramelized apples and pears

Mushroom consomme with Brunoise Vegetable

Mango Sorbet

Pepper crusted tenderloin, ratatouille, potato gratin, thyme jus

OR

Oven roasted olive crusted lamb chops, ratatouille, gratin potatoes, thyme jus

Layers of raspberries and mango coated panna cotta


Coffee or Tea and Christmas Cookies

Chocolate Pralines

(+ champagne/ wine for every course!)


































Followed by a yummy noche buena of MAJESTIC HAM, QUESO DE BOLA, RICE, BEEF BELLY and LECHON DE LECHE from Cirkulo at Home!!!!!



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