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Anna Palabyab Rufino graces Town & Country Philippines ' February issue, which is filled with all the best things to help you start 2016 right and inspired. Get the latest issue at a bookstore near you. The radiant Anna Palabyab Rufino graces our February issue, filled with all the best things to help you start 2016 right and inspired. Inside, T&C's Cast of Cool featuring today's brightest names in the fields of art, film, science, and more; a tour inside the home of and a long conversation with Happy Ongpauco Tiu; a feature on bespoke services from your favorite brands; Madonna in Gucci for her world tour; driving on Langkawi for the ultimate Porsche Owners Club experience; and many more. Here's to a fabulous 2016!

Kalderetang Bulalo Ingredients and Procedures. Ingredients: 3 Pcs Beef Shank (2 ½ inches Thick) 6 Cloves Garlic (Crushed) 1 Pc White Onion (Quartered) 2 Pcs Sili Labuyo 3 Cups Canned Diced Tomatos 2 Tbsp Vinegar 1 Pc Large Carrots (Large Dice) 1 Pc Large Red Bell Pepper (Large Dice) 1 Pc Large Green Bell Pepper (Large Dice) 1 Cup Pitted Green Olives 1 Tbsp Liver Spread ½ Cup Grated Cheese 2 Pcs Bay Leaf 500 Ml Beef Stock 2 Tbsp Olive Oil Salt Pepper Procedure:  https://goo.gl/uXFBYX

Totsong Bangus Ingredients and Procedures. Ingredients: 1 Pc Bangus (Cut into 1 inch Pcs) 3 Cloves Garlic (Chopped) 2 Pcs Med Size Tomato (Diced) 1 Pc Red Onion (Diced) 1 Pc Red Bell Pepper (Sliced) 1 Pc Green Bell Pepper (Sliced) 1 Tbsp Leeks (Sliced)  1 Thumb Ginger (Minced) 1 ½ Tbsp Salted Black Beans 2 Squares Tahur (Fermented Tofu)  ¾ Cup Water 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce ¼ Cup Vinegar 1 Bunch Kangkong 1 Tsp Sugar (optional) 2 Tbsp Cooking Oil Salt Pepper Procedure:  https://goo.gl/ccgMon

Minatamis na Kamoteng Kahoy at Sago Ingredients and Procedures. Ingredients: 2 Pcs KamotengKahoy (Peeled & Steamed) 1 ½ Cup Brown Sugar 2 Cup Water 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract 2 Pcs Pandan Leaves 1 Cup Sago (Cooked) 1 Tbsp Butter ½ Cup Coconut Cream Procedure:  https://goo.gl/DuTG1J

Pinakbet with Crispy Danggit Ingredients and Procedures. Ingredients: ¼ Kg Pork Fat Cut (Cut into small pieces) 1 Head Garlic (Chopped) 2 Pcs Red Onion (Diced) 2 Pcs Ampalaya (Sliced) 2 Pcs Eggplant (Sliced) 6 Pcs Okra (sliced ends trimmed then soaked in salted water) 10 Pcs Tomato (Diced) ¼ Cup BagoongAlamang 1 Thumb Ginger (Crushed and sliced) 1 ½ Cup Water 2 Tbsp Oil Salt Pepper Procedure:  http://goo.gl/d0A97P

Learn more about Zika virus infection—from signs and symptoms, to prevention and treatment. DOH: “4S” KEY AGAINST ZIKA VIRUS AND OTHER MOSQUITO-BORNE DISEASES Press Release/ February 2, 2016 The Department of Health (DOH) addresses the public to remember and use ‘4S’ against Zika virus and other mosquito-borne diseases. The 4S means Search & destroy mosquito breeding places, use Self-protection measures, Seek early consultation for fever lasting more than 2 days, and Say yes to fogging when there is an impending outbreak. “The first step to prevent mosquito-borne diseases is within our homes. We should not only remember the information being delivered by DOH to the communities. Instead, let us make it a practice and instill cleanliness in our surroundings. It is not only your family that will benefit from this habit, but the entire community as well.” Health Secretary Janette P. Loreto-Garin said. This January, there were reports from different countries regarding ...

Waffle Overload Ingredients and Procedure. Ingredients for Plain Waffles Batter Maple Syrup & Whipped Cream: 2 Cups All Purpose Flour ½ Cup Sugar 4 Tsp Baking Powder 2 Pcs Eggs 2 Cups Milk 1 ½ Cup Vegetable Oil ¼ Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract  Whipped Cream Maple Syrup Ingredients for Chocolate Waffle w/ Strawberries: 2 Cups All Purpose Flour ½ Cup Sugar 4 Tsp Baking Powder 2 Pcs Eggs 2 Cups Milk 1 ½ Cup Vegetable Oil ¼ Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract Semi-Sweet Chocolate Fresh Strawberries Ingredients for Waffle with Wallnuts and Banana Topped with Caramel Sauce: 2 Cups All Purpose Flour ½ Cup Sugar 4 Tsp Baking Powder 2 Pcs Eggs 2 Cups Milk 1 ½ Cup Vegetable Oil ¼ Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract  Banana Caramel Ingredients for the Caramel: 1 Cup White Sugar ½ Cup Butter ¼ Cup Water ½ Cup Cream Procedure:  http://goo.gl/7iW6CR