Friday, June 12, 2009

Breakfast Is On Me!






HAPPY PHILIPPINES INDEPENDENCE DAY!
(Spanish-American War, 1898)

White color of the equilateral triangle on the hoist side symbolizes equality, fraternity and peace. Blue and red panels are equally divided horizontally where the blue symbolizes noble ideals, political purposes, truth and justice whereas the red is embodied with patriotism, bravery, heroism, courage and willingness of the Filipino patriots to sacrifice life for cause of independence. (Philippines Flag dot net)

Did you know that if the red flies on top, it means that Philippines is at a major war? The flag of the Republic of the Philippines was adopted on May 19, 1898. The Philippine flag has two equal horizontal bands (blue on the top and red on the bottom during peacetime; red on the top during war) (Enchanted Learning dot com/asia/philippines/flag)




@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

In honor of today's significance to all Filipinos, before you head to check on all the goodies everyone has to offer, make sure you have yourself a great breakfast, on me! I saw this at Susan's over at "A Southern Daydreamer" and thought it'd be a great breakfast to serve to my own family-- and YOU!

Our drink to start the day, no OJ here today! We like to wake up our minds, too, so we'll have the Minute Maid Blueberry Pomegranate 100% juice that's good for the brain! I know "Brain" loves it!

I'm also flaunting my the beautiful red on the Philippine flag and some of my delicious red strawberries. I got them from Albertson's and they are juicy and sweet! It's my first time joining in with Stacey's FYRF fun, so I hope this is an ok start. (fingers crossed) (Just my luck, she's not available to host today, so I may just be the only one flaunting today, lol)

It's a croissant french toast! With some luscious strawberries, grapes and bacon on the side! I sprinkled powdered sugar on the toast then drizzled syrup around the berries.

Yum! Thank you, Susan!

A big thanks to our lovely hosts, Michael Lee and Stacey; and to all of you who came "peeking" in. Remember, BREAKFAST is the most important meal of the day... :-)

TABLESCAPING IDEA: ("Brain" wants more...) Have kids? Mix up your table menu! We did this recently. We ate dinner leftovers at breakfast, breakfast for lunch and lunch for dinner! Create a table that "tips" off your family of the food to come by using iconic ingredients as part of your centerpiece or have it on a tray nearby.
Posted by at
Labels: , ,

25 comments:

  1. imjacobsmomJune 12, 2009 at 1:00 AM

    Oh Chandy, I wanted to make this breakfast when Susan posted this. Thanks for reminding me. I'm going to Sam's Club tomorrow with my Dad, I;ll have to pick up the croissants. ~ Robyn

    ReplyDelete
  2. Four Paws and CoJune 12, 2009 at 1:38 AM

    Yummm! This looks so good! I love eating breakfast for dinner - it seems to taste so much better. The blueberry pomegranate juice is good. Have you tried the ruby red grapefruit with pomegranate juice? YUMMM! ☺ diane

    ReplyDelete
  3. Four Paws and CoJune 12, 2009 at 1:38 AM

    ps love your blog dress! ☺

    ReplyDelete
  4. BarbaraJune 12, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    Oh, that did it..I am straving and I keep trying to diet and you and others keep posting these wonderful things to eat......Oooooooooooh!
    I am trying, but I don't think I will make it,

    Happy Foodie Friday.
    Barbara

    ReplyDelete
  5. Confessions of a Plate AddictJune 12, 2009 at 6:52 AM

    Hi Carolyn...I have never thought about using croissants for French toast...what a great idea! It looks yummy! Strawberries are one of my favorites, too! Thanks!...Debbie

    ReplyDelete
  6. JoyceJune 12, 2009 at 7:31 AM

    I keep saying I am going to use croissants for the French Toast but always forget to buy them at the store. I am having out of town guests next week and this will be a pretty way to serve a delicious breakfast.
    Joyce

    ReplyDelete
  7. Netts NookJune 12, 2009 at 7:55 AM

    Wow that looks so yummy. What a perfect winner dish.

    ReplyDelete
  8. Mary BergfeldJune 12, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    This all looks so good. There is something so decadent sounding about croissant French toast. Forgive me while I fall from grace, if only for a single meal. You've certainly made me hungry.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerJune 12, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  10. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerJune 12, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    Hello my friend! I am glad you enjoyed it. I love breakfast..anytime! Now, of you could teach me how to make Lumpia & Pancit... sigh... I had a very dear friend that made the best... but she moved (I should have asked her to show me how before she did)! (oops hit post too soon and had to delete it) Lumpia & Pancit was what she would fix me on special occasions! Happy Foodie Friday! Have a great weekend ~ Susan

    ReplyDelete
  11. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerJune 12, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    PS Happy Independence (Philippine)day.. ..

    ReplyDelete
  12. ChandyJune 12, 2009 at 11:14 AM

    Thanks, Susan! And ladies, enjoy breakfast!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Lorna ~ Lace and Ivy CottageJune 12, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    G'mornin Chandy!
    Thanks for the history lesson. I never knew that about the PI flag. Do you know what the gold sun/star represents?
    Now about your breakfast. That croissant French toast is over the top! I'm so hungry now, but I don't think I have anything at home that will measure up! Thanks for the recipe. This weeks FF has so many great recipes, I don't know what to try first!

    ReplyDelete
  14. movingonladyJune 12, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    This looks really good. I'd come to your house for breakfast any time.yumy

    ReplyDelete
  15. AnonymousJune 12, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Yum, this may very well be on my table sunday morning.

    ReplyDelete
  16. ChandyJune 12, 2009 at 5:42 PM

    Hello all! Thanks for visiting!

    ReplyDelete
  17. The Stylish HouseJune 12, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Chandy,
    Happy Philippines Independence Day! Chandy, you have the best posts. They are so interesting and I always learn new things. This also reminded me I need to buy some pomegranate juice. It is a bit expensive, but so good for your brain and energy. Cathy

    ReplyDelete
  18. KathleenJune 12, 2009 at 8:50 PM

    You made me hungry! I didn't know it was FYR ..I thought maybe once a month?? So many meme's
    Don't forget Let There be White on the 23rd!

    ReplyDelete
  19. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaJune 12, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Oh girl now this looks just YUMMY...I love having breakfast for dinner...did that alot when I was working and had kids still at home...May you have a great weekend my friend...God bless and take care....Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

    ReplyDelete
  20. ChandyJune 12, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    Good evening and good night everybody!

    ReplyDelete
  21. xinexJune 13, 2009 at 12:39 AM

    Mmmmm, yummy breakfast! Aren't strawberries just so sweet at this time, Chandy? Happy Independence Day! Love your post and your picture of the flags is gorgeous!...Christine

    ReplyDelete
  22. Rattlebridge FarmJune 13, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    I would have never thought of croissant French toast--you are a culinary genius! I'm adding this to my grocery list right now. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
    XX 00

    ReplyDelete
  23. ChandyJune 13, 2009 at 1:12 PM

    Thank you ladies, and Gollum, that is such a great compliment coming from the Foodie Diva! Thank you so much!

    ReplyDelete
  24. Karen at Nittany InspirationsJune 13, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    This looks so good. I'll have to try it once I'm off my diet.

    ReplyDelete
  25. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJune 15, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    Oh I am running so behind on my blog visits. I'm sorry to be so late to wish you a Happy Independence Day. That breakfast has my mouth watering! laurie

    ReplyDelete

If you like this blog, let me know. If you really like this blog, let me know. The key is let me know. Thanks for peeking!

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)

Niceties first

HELLO AND WELCOME to this blog dedicated to my obsession of tablescapes, and ONLY TABLESCAPES!
That means that whatever I post will be redirected to tablescapes or you will see tablescapes or the dishes and glassware that I used AND wish to use.
I hope you like you what you see; but you can't do that unless you take the tour- the TABLESCAPE TOUR that's on the side bar! I'd also love to take you on my adventures on finding great dinnerwares to display and use while leaving some serious change in your pocket, so stay a while and see all of my great deals!
Wanna know the reason behind the madness, too? Then make sure to read, Why this blog for my philosophy.