Durian Season in Davao

 

Aside from the  beautiful beaches and Philippine Eagles, Davao is also known for its Durian production. Durian Season  usually starts from   August especially during Kadayawan Festival until October. But I observed that  Durian eaters and visitors during Kadayawan did not enjoy much on Durian this year  because of its low production and high cost. Durian prices last Kadayawan ranges from 80-100 pesos per kilo. 

And now that Durian is in Season, I personally enjoyed and took advantage of it. I buy Durian almost everyday especially when I go to the downtown area. Prices now ranges from 30-50 pesos and there are a lot of varieties to choose from.  Some varieties are Puyat ( my super fave), Arancillo ( second fave), native, COB, chanee and a lot more. 

Arancillo... So Sweet and Creamy...

Along Bankerohan  and Pichon Streets....

At Puan Market

At Bankerohan ( Near Overpass)

Since Durian is in Season, you can practically find it anywhere in the City especially near the Public Markets.  Most of us in the family eat Durian ( including Bella) but my father never tasted it because he couldn't stand the smell. So to all of you who wants to try Durian and but discouraged by its smell, this is how I described it... It smells like hell but tastes like heaven. Try one and you will be begging for more. Believe me because that was how I started eating and loving Durian.

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Pia Mallows: A Chocolate Company

Who wants chocolates? I think most of us not only want but love chocolates. Last weekend, I was given an opportunity to be with fellow bloggers to conduct a review on the products of Pia Mallows. The company was inspired by the owner's love for chocolate. Kai decided to produce gourmet chocolate herself when she could not found one in her hometown.

Photo Courtesy of Pia Mallows

The birth of Pia Mallows was not that easy. Kai went through an extensive online research and stayed in contact with mentors from Canada and some Asian countries to train. After some strenuous  training and trial and errors on product  research and development, Kai was finally ready to share her happiness to others. Chocolate for her is happiness and with the commitment to being "everything chocolate", thus Pia Mallows was created. 

Goodies  from Pia Mallows are  made from  100% European Chocolates together with the  highest quality of local ingredients. All treats are free of preservatives which only means that it is  safe  to be given to your little ones. 

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