don't let your summer end without the sweetness of melon

This is one of my favourite fruit in the summer. It's so sweet and juicy, it's perfect for summer. Just make sure you wash the skin throughly before cutting it and eating it -- the skin can carry some harmful bacteria, particularly salmonella. If you can buy them organic that would also be ideal. I bought it today at the farmers market. I was also going to buy some watermelon but couldn't carry both of them at the same time...(smile), I supposed I get the watermelon next time.

Cantaloupe is a nutrient packed fruit, that is low in calories and its a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and potassium. Cantaloupe also provides antioxidants that can help prevent heart disease and cancer.

*I prefer to eat this or any types of melon alone, for proper digestion.

my typical breakfast

My typical breakfast: Greek yogurt and honey parfait with sprouted whole grain, almond, sunflower, pumpkin, and sesame seeds.

It's quick, delicious and nutritious. I also like it with lots of organic blueberries on top.

kilawin (southern philippines)

Cucumber salad with herring and fresh squeeze lemon juice.

In the Philippines, we called this 'kilawin' (raw), but instead of herring people usually use fresh tuna. This is a popular dish serve as an appetizer, it's perfectly paired with beers and ales.

This is my ideal summer salad. It's simple, delicious and high in omega 3 fatty acids!

mdardra (lebanese dish)

Mdardra | mung beans, rice & smoked mackarel with fried onions.

This classic Lebanese dish has a dozen versions. I substitute lentils for mung beans just to try how it taste and I liven it up with smoked mackarel. It's actually really tasty. Some people like to eat it hot and others like it at room temperature. It's delicious, simple and nutritious.

I love me some herring!

One useless fact about me is that I love herring (reminds me of the food in the Philippines called kinilaw). I found this german deli in my neighborhood that sells homemade herring. Zomg!

brunch

Brunch: baked eggs in chicken cups with cherry tomatoes and Dubliner Irish cheese. With a nice cup of tea. Serve with a toast or some nice roasted potatoes.

This is so simple and easy to make. It's perfect for brunch. Just pop it in the oven for about 5 to 10 minutes in 300 degrees...and voila!

turmeric brown rice salad with tuna and capers

Tonight's dinner: turmeric organic brown rice with tuna (100% pole and troll caught skipjack wild tuna), extra virgin olive oil, green peas and capers.

This dish is very simple, delicious and loaded with nutrients such as manganese, magnesium, selenium and fiber.

Studies have shown that magnesium-rich whole grain foods, lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes and helps regulate blood pressure. Also, reduces the risk of stroke and heart disease.

*Studies have shown that turmeric can prevent cancer. The active ingredient in turmeric is called curcumin, it is long known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

For more info on ways to eat fish sustainably: http://bit.ly/qCwMFp