Comments on: Saturday Market Finds

By: Marketman

Marketman — Wed, 13 May 2009 09:51:58 +0000

Nadjie, no, technically kale and kailan are different greens. But they are dark leafy greens, rich in similar minerals and vitamins, I would imagine. They sometimes have kale now at S&R, imported from the U.S., but if you are seeking the healthy benefits of dark green veggies, kailan, broccoli, spinach, etc. should all be reasonable substitutes…

By: Nadjie

Nadjie — Wed, 13 May 2009 08:47:30 +0000

Hi MarketMan, this may be a stupid question but… is Kailan the same as Kale? I’m trying to cook more vegetable dishes and I keep seeing Kale in recipes but can never seem to find them… thanks!

By: rt gonzales

rt gonzales — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 01:57:37 +0000

storage periods of fresh herbs may last 7 to 10 days. one thing i noticed, as long as its organic it lasts longer than those grown with chemicals.

By: rt gonzales

rt gonzales — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 01:53:55 +0000

maddie,

the best way to store fresh herbs in a fridge is to make sure the herbs are dry, then wrap them in clean manila paper. if u want to recycle your used plastic bags, u can use that but make sure its dry and punch holes to allow the herbs to breath.

By: corrine

corrine — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 12:32:12 +0000

Like anonymous paul, I’m not lucky with rosemary. But I see dill a lot in Laguna. Anyway, my brother got 6 pots and transferred planted them in the ground for aesthetic purpose, not knowing how to use them. They can grow to about 3 -4 feet tall. I guess not a lot of people know how to use them. He still hasn’t used them even if I told him it’s great with anything that has mayo, or for steamed or baked fish. He seems suspicious of it, hehe. So, I just happily get from his garden every time i visit.

By: Marketman

Marketman — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 10:29:01 +0000

Malou, I have a post on Salcedo market here. Salcedo Market is in the heart of Salcedo Village. From Makati Avenue turn left or right onto Paseo de Roxas, then head towards Ayala Avenue, turn right at Citibank building, left at the second street and 100 meters to your left will be the market. It is only on Saturdays and runs from roughly 7 am to 2 pm.

By: Malou

Malou — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 09:27:18 +0000

I’m sorry to sound so provincial…but may I know where this Salcedo Market really located? Heard a lot of good write up about this place, but can’t seem to find the place. My apology, not very familar with Makati since my whole life revolves around Divisoria. TIA

By: joey

joey — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 08:10:37 +0000

Hi Marketman! It’s thanks to you that I discovered Gil Carandang’s stall before :) Thanks for these wonderful market posts that encourage us to go out and discover the goodies our local markets have in store for us!

I like to roast and peel red capsicums and put them in a jar with olive oil and use them in everything from pastas to salads…and they go great in tuna sandwiches! :)

By: ragamuffin girl

ragamuffin girl — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 08:06:29 +0000

In Macau restos you will find the ubiquitous kale soup- a thick, hearty blend of potatoes and kale sometimes garnished with grilled POrtugese chorizo.Perfect for the cool autumn days sneaking up over HK/Macau.

By: Mon C

Mon C — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 07:08:33 +0000

MM, would you have a recipe for dill sauce, similar to what Santis has in those small containers? Love to dip their deli items in it. Thanks!