A Taste of Home with Family-Favorite Recipes from Richard Gomez and Marjorie Barretto
As the lingering warmth of summer gradually fades away, there's no better time to gather around the table and savor the comforting flavors of classic family recipes. From the kitchens of celebrity home cooks Richard Gomez and Marjorie Barretto, here are some delightful recipes- all made with Dona Elena Olive Oil - that the family will surely enjoy. From nourishing recipes to dishes that call for rich and hearty ingredients, these celebrity home cooks prove that with Doña Elena, the possibilities are endless.
Begin with Simplicity: Richard’s Simple and Flavorful Chicken Rice Recipe is a testament to the versatility of Doña Elena Pure Olive Oil. Ideal for everyday cooking, this olive oil variant is perfect for sautéing and light frying, making it a staple for this one-pot dish. The dish is not only easy to prepare but also brimming with health benefits from the olive oil, such as antioxidants and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. It’s the perfect meal for a family Sunday lunch or a cozy dinner.
Festive Delight: Transform your dining table into a festive Filipino feast with Richard’s Version Of Lengua Estofado, where the rich and tender ox tongue is simmered to perfection in a savory tomato sauce infused with Doña Elena Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Ideal for special occasions or as a celebratory centerpiece, this Lengua Estofado is a culinary masterpiece that combines traditional Filipino flavors with the wholesome goodness of Doña Elena’s finest olive oil, Doña Elena Diced Tomatoes, and Doña Elena Pitted Green Olives.
Rice to the Occasion. In a rush to make a mid-week dinner or have unexpected guests call in? All you need is cold leftover rice and pantry staples like shrimp, eggs, frozen vegetables, and the ideal for everyday cooking Doña Elena Pure Olive Oil. Marjorie’s simple yet satisfying Shrimp Fried Rice is a cinch to make and destined to be on repeat in your menu rotation.
A Crowd Favorite: Perfect for any occasion that calls for a touch of sophistication, Marjorie’s Chicken Cordon Bleu stands out with its tender chicken breasts, wrapped around a savory combination of ham and cheese, all coated in a golden breadcrumb crust. This classic dish is elevated by the use of the ideal for frying Doña Elena Pomace Olive Oil, which not only adds a subtle richness to the chicken but also brings with it a host of health benefits, including a high content of antioxidants and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
Celebrities like Richard Gomez and Marjorie Barretto remind us that cooking is an art form, a means of expression that brings heartwarming memories to the dining table. With Doña Elena Olive Oil, every meal becomes an opportunity to create something extraordinary and will impress family and friends.
Doña Elena Olive Oil Teams Up with Raintree Restaurants for a Tasty and Healthy Dining
Forget about those quick foodie fads and caloric choices as Doña Elena Olive Oil and Raintree Restaurants introduce delicious but healthy dishes. Raintree Restaurants, which includes Chelsea Kitchen in SM Megamall, Museum Cafe at the Ayala Museum Complex, and Providore in SM Aura BGC are known and well-loved for their imaginative yet familiar menu choices that keep customers coming back. Corporate Chef Kalel Chan consistently proves that guilt-free options can be deliciously healthy. This is why throughout the months of June and July, Doña Elena Olive Oil and these three restaurants are coming up with limited edition dishes that can help you on your road to a fitter and better you, without scrimping on the taste and flavor.
Doña Elena Olive Oil is the perfect cooking partner when it comes to creating great tasting dishes that pack a ton of nutrients such as antioxidants, polyphenols, and oleic acids. These items are what I typically use in the kitchen whenever I need to cook something healthy and delicious. Each bottle is loaded with vitamins E, K, and A that helps prevent cardiovascular diseases, fights bad cholesterol, and trims down fat and calories in your daily dishes. The partnership with Raintree Restaurants highlights these benefits using in three variants of Doña Elena, namely, Extra Virgin Olive Oil that’s ideal for dips, drizzling, and salad dressing; Pure Olive Oil for sautéing; and Pomace Olive Oil for frying and deep frying. The recipes also incorporate Doña Elena Bottled Pasta Sauces which come in three exciting combos of Classic Green Pesto, Sun-dried Tomatoes with cheese (Red Pesto), and Ricotta and Smoked Provola Cheese variant. Get to know these limited edition dishes that will be available at the Raintree restaurants – a true testament of how unparalleled taste can also be healthy.
CHELSEA KITCHEN - Pesto Marinated Grilled Chicken Fusilli pasta with gorgonzola cream and toasted walnuts (P530)
Equal parts filling and flavorful, Chelsea Kitchen’s Chicken and Pesto Pasta is made with top-notch ingredients beginning with Doña Elena Pure Olive Oil and Classic Green Pesto Sauce, mixed with the ideal ratio of cooking cream. Using Doña Elena Al Dente Fusilli Pasta, the final recipe is topped off with grilled slices of chicken and toasted croutons for a crunchy contrast. Doubly rich but deliciously balanced, the ideally smooth gorgonzola dip is made creamy with parmesan and breadcrumbs. Try this protein-rich dish once and you’ll never go back to your old favorite for sure! Located inside the bustling SM Megamall, Chelsea Kitchen is primarily known for the peerless pasta recipes. This casual restaurant is not only an ultimate representation of comfort; it’s also inspired by the retro chic European cafes with menus updated for the modern palate.
SM Mega Fashion Hall, Ortigas City, Metro Manila; 958-6777
MUSEUM CAFE - Olive oil slow poached Salmon with sundried tomato pesto, warm dill Potato salad and Arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette (P650)
Irresistibly low-calorie and tasty, M Café’s Slow Poached Salmon Confit uses the clean taste and firm texture of Norwegian salmon. It is a combination of the light but flavorful Doña Elena Pure Olive Oil along with some rosemary herbs, Doña Elena Black and Green Olives, and a generous spread of Doña Elena Red Pesto Sauce. This dish also comes with a healthy portion of marble potato wrapped in sour cream and fresh arugula, making it a great choice for pescatarians, light eaters, and those who simply want more Omega-3 in their diet. If you’re in search for something more than your regular fare, the M Café is your ideal destination. With a stand out, art-inspired ambiance, their modern Asian cuisine is all about straight-up food with a contemporary twist.
Ayala Museum Complex, Greenbelt 4, Dela Rosa Street, Makati; 757-3000
Lovingly poured with Doña Elena Pure Olive Oil, the Chorizo and Tiger Prawn Gambas is a fresh take to an old favorite. Adding to its lively and bright flavors are the smoked pimenton, Spanish chorizo, and tiger prawn gambas ideally partnered with olive focaccia bread. Its delicate combination of spice and aromatic flavors also make it the perfect pair with rice. So if you’re looking for sophisticated simplicity, back-to-the-basics kind of menu and other old time favorites, head over to Providore at SM Aura for this pleasurable choice.
Upper Ground Floor SM Aura BGC, Taguig, Metro Manila; 802-9448
From small plates to family-style feasts, you’ll want to add these limited edition menus to your regular rotation when making the rounds of your must-visit restaurants in the metro. The flavors and health benefits of Doña Elena Olive Oils, Pesto Sauces, and other Doña Elena ingredients make each dish a stand out without much of the guilt. After trying them out at the restaurants, why not try replicating them at home yourself? All Doña Elena products are available in all supermarkets and grocery stores nationwide.
Doña Elena Olive Oil is exclusively distributed by Fly Ace Corporation in the Philippines. It is the consistent no. 1 Olive Oil brand according to A.C. Nielsen. Available in three (3) variants, extra virgin, pure and pomace which comes in 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L glass bottles and 5L PET bottle sizes. For more tips, recipes, and promos visit @donaelenacuisineraclub on Facebook and Instagram
Doña Elena Olive Oil brings Master Chef Season 8 on Star World
Chefs, home cooks, and foodies now have something more to look forward to as the all-new season of US Master Chef surprises viewers with a feast of flavors that are both inspiring and entertaining. The newest season of US Master Chef Season 8 premieres on June 8, 2017 at 8 PM on Star World and promises to showcase hilariously yummy dishes and a mix of new breed of personalities who can potentially change the culinary scene, one recipe at a time. James Beard award winner and Mexican-American Chef Aaron Sanchez joins acclaimed pastry chef Christina Tosi, and main host and celebrity-chef Gordon Ramsay as judges.
As the season’s major sponsor, Doña Elena Olive Oil will be airing great-tasting healthy recipe ideas in between commercial gaps. From dipping, sautéing, to frying, Doña Elena Olive Oil unearths all-new feast of healthy meal ideas that any foodie will love. The consistent no. 1 olive oil brand in the Philippines, Doña Elena Olive Oil contains 80% monounsaturated oleic acids better known as good fats and is naturally rich in A, K, and E vitamins that help lower bad cholesterol. Olive oil does not only provide health benefits but also elevates the taste of any dish to a whole new level. Don’t miss Master Chef’s latest season and be an expert in your own kitchen with Doña Elena Olive Oil tips in the show. The Mediterranean inspiration that’s evident in each bottle of Doña Elena Olive Oil depicts exceptional quality and premium taste, an assurance that it won’t fail you and your taste buds in your everyday cooking!
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