Idol Sa Kusina with Chef Boy Logro - August 10, 2014 Episode Recap

Chef Boy Logro doing his craft in Idol Sa Kusina TV Show

 August 10, 2014 - In the recent episode of Idol Sa Kusina, Chef Boy Logro presented a handful of Asian merienda delights, and I am writing this blog post to give a recap of what happened.

First, let me share this photo of the set, since I was invited to drop by the studio. Unfortunately, I was too busy reviewing for the board exam that I needed to send out my sister as the representative. Luckily, she was happy to do it.

The set of Idol Sa Kusina

It was interesting to find out what was happening behind the cameras, and it would seem surprising that the set actually looks smaller as opposed to what it seems in the television. The camera indeed is magical!

Moving on, the theme for this particular episode is Asian merienda, which featured some Japanese, Vietnamese and Chinese delights. The special guest for this episode of Idol sa Kusina is Louise Delos Reyes, who enjoyed assisting Bettina Carlos and the amazing Chef Boy Logro.

Chef Boy Logro with Bettinna Carlos preparing the Soba Noodle Soup

Now, we shall go to the most enjoyable part - the cooking itself! In total, there were 6 dishes prepared, with an amazing cooler as a "dessert" and at the same time a drink.

Soba Noodle Soup

Soba Noodle Soup by Chef Boy Logro

This particular recipe of Chef Boy Logro was Japanese-inspired; hence, there was a mild sweetness innate with the "ramen". Also, this offered a bountiful serving of the meat (which you may adjust when you cook it yourself).

For the recipe, you may check out the GMA Network page: Recipe for Soba Noodle Soup

Japanese Gyoza

Home-made Japanese Gyoza prepared by the amazing Chef Boy Logro

The gyoza cooked during the show was tasty and very easy to prepare (especially when you get acquainted with how you fold the wrapper the Gyoza way).

For the recipe for this interesting Japanese snack, check this page out: Recipe for Gyoza

Here's a photo of Louise and Bettina working on the Toasted Siopao.

Louise Delos Reyes and Bettinna Carlos preparing the Toasted Siopao

Now, here's a photo of Chef Boy Logro preparing the ingredients for the Mami.

Idol Sa Kusina - Chef Boy Logro with Bettinna Carlos and Louise Delos Reyes

Beef Mami and Toasted Siopao

Idol sa Kusina: Mami and Toasted Siopao as aired on August 10, 2014 

If well-executed, the Beef Mami will provide you with a potently tasty broth that perfectly goes well with the tender beef. This was how it tasted, according to my sister.

A better look - the Toasted Siopao by Chef Boy Logro

This toasted siopao was really interesting in such a way that it was "baked". Most likely, you are familiar with the regular steamed siopao as well as the fried siopao, but I bet you'll agree that it is not often that you'll find a toasted siopao.

My sister was able to note that the filling was a bit scarce. She added that it could have been really fantastic with more meat filling. The good news is you can alter the recipe to cater to this!

For the recipe of this combo dish, visit this page: Recipe for Mami and Toasted Siopao

Pho Beef Noodles

Vietnamese Pho Beef Noodles Recipe by Chef Boy Logro

This Pho Beef Noodles was a memorable dish for sister tried because of its adventurous kick (i.e. spiciness) and herby taste coming from the coriander. Overall, the dish was overflowing with flavors!

For the recipe of this noodle dish, visit this page: Recipe for Pho Beef Noodles

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

You can now cook Vietnamese Spring Rolls at home!

The Vietnamese Spring Rolls were ordinarily good and supposedly healthy (but contradicted by frying). Hence, if you happen to be health conscious, you may prefer not to fry them instead. However, what made this dish interesting was the sauce that Chef Boy Logro prepared.

For the recipe of this dish, visit this page: Recipe of Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Here's a photo of Chef Boy Logro taking a short break while Bettinna Carlos and Louise Delos Reyes prepare the dessert.

Chef Boy Logro assisted by Louise and Bettina in making the Almond Lychee Granita

Almond Lychee Granita

The refreshing Almond Lychee Granita of Idol Sa Kusina

Although this drink is just simple and very easy to prepare, it was refreshingly good! With its controlled level of sweetness and lightness in terms of flavor, my sister was able to fully appreciate it.

For the recipe, visit this page: Recipe of Almond Lychee Granita

There you go! I hope you enjoyed this short recap (with some personal insights) of what happened during the episode of Idol Sa Kusina aired on August 10, 2014!

Idol Sa Kusina Set with Chef Boy Logra, Bettinna Carlos and Louise Delos Reyes

Catch Idol Sa Kusina every 7:15 pm of Sunday in GMA News TV! It's time to expand your cooking skills or knowledge about various dishes!