Lori Baltazar, the author of the book, Dessert Comes First had a book signing event at Fully Booked Bonifacio High Street.
Finally! For only Php 1499, my own copy of the book is such a celebrated surprise. Thanks, Dad!
On my way to the top shelf, this welcomes me to the event.
Here's my coupon to the food bazaar. I was so full so I didn't get to try all the food. All of them look and taste so good!
Here's Lori Baltazar smiling at my lens. Thank you for signing my book!
"Family picture!" As what Lori said.
She looks so happy and bubbly. I love talking to her.
Food Bazaar
Bono: Artisanal Gelato
When I saw Bono's booth, I ran into it first. I don't know what to choose among Red Velvet, Taho, and the Lori. Since it was Lori's event, why not try her own flavor?
When I saw Bono's booth, I ran into it first. I don't know what to choose among Red Velvet, Taho, and the Lori. Since it was Lori's event, why not try her own flavor?
Dulce de Leche with flambéed bananas, chocolate syrup, and peanut brittle crumble. This is new and a new favorite. Good thing that I ran to this first and definitely, dessert comes first.
Cookie Bar
With the wide array of choices, these cookies will definitely magnetize you and your senses. I don't know what to choose!
With the wide array of choices, these cookies will definitely magnetize you and your senses. I don't know what to choose!
I ended up with Nutella-stuffed cookie and Hershey's semi-sweet morsels and White Chocolate cookie cups. Like their Facebook page for more of their sweet treats.
Breakfast and Pies
Something savory and sweet. For the savory, they have Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Bacon, and Gruyere and for the sweet, they have Banana Cream Pie.
Purefoods Deli
Small portions of Purefoods' sausages and ham. I chose the Sausage Wrapped in Bacon. This wiped out the sweets all over my palate.
Homemade by Roshan
Packed in boxes, you can take home the Surprise Cupcakes, Belgian Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Food for the Gods, and Espresso Cheesecake Brownies. Check out homemadebyroshan.com for more.
Magnolia All-Purpose Cream
They have Coffee Jelly Creme, Strawberries and Mangoes Blended Cream, and Mixed Oats Fruits made with the Magnolia All-Purpose Cream.
Stevie's
The man behind the one-of-a-kind Chicken Rice and Shrimp roll, Chef Stevie Villacin. He's very warm and I'm glad that I met him. The food was good and I want to try more of his recipes soon.
Seneca Snacks
These healthy and delicious snacks are made from real fresh apples. A good way to replace the usual chips in your cupboard.
"Preparing myself to meet the Lori Baltazar of #DessertComesFirst on Saturday. <3" I've sent this tweet on a Wednesday before the event. Lori found it and I felt so excited when I read her response. I introduced myself when I approached her during the book signing and I'm so glad that she remembered my tweet. She is my inspiration. I can stay up all day in her blog, dessertcomesfirst.com. This event was a first for me. I came home with a filled heart and tummy. You made my day. <3