Manananggal Novels & Stories

However, I suddenly stopped from making another step away when I felt her chair moved as she said the words… “I lied.” _________________________ ¹Nilagang baka or beef nilaga is literally translated as ‘tender boiled beef.’ This is a Filipino soup dish best served during rainy and cold weather.

Not like master and servant. "Aunt Sarti, it's already cooked!" shouted Aluna, very happy. Successfully cook lime, one of Zolan's favorite foods. Food made from sago that was stirred in boiling hot water and mixed with various kinds of vegetables, one of the specialties of Sulawesi that requires extra skill to cook. Starting from cooking sago which required the right amount of water and the taste of the dish should not be lacking. Aunt Sarti approached, she saw the results of Aluna's hard work.

"Strawberry." "What?" I asked as I blinked in surprise. He huffed. "Continue the fruit pattern." "Uhm, orange?" I asked, confused. "Apple." "Grape." "Banana." "Mango." "Tomato." I laughed. "Tomatoes aren't fruit." He laughed too. "Well, they aren't really vegetables either." We both laughed for a moment and a wide, genuine smile plastered itself on my face. "Do you feel better now?" he asked, his voice soft.

my father ordered, and everywhere was silent. Mai'Aljannu spread an animal hide on the floor and sat on it. He brought out some bones. The bones looked like human fingers, but no one spoke. He also brought out eight cowries and four Kola nuts. He divided each kola nut into four. From every four, he took one part of the kola nut and ate it. When he finished, he spread the items on the hide and cut his palm. He did not even flinch from pain. He dropped his blood on the things and began to recite something in a strange language. Then just like that, he was still; he looked upon the item silently without moving. After a few seconds, he engaged in a conversation with the items. The language he sp

Aranjo grows up to be a good-natured spoiled girl. After getting tired, Aranjo hugged the raging goose and said, "I'm sorry! I'm just kidding!" Instantly, the goose calmed down and jumped away leaving him. Aranjo knows he has a very powerful seduction ability. His every wish and apology will always be granted. Aranjo, feels very lucky. "What is it, Mom?" Aranjo asked Mrs. Ji. "Tomorrow is your 15th birthday! Quickly go to your lady's tavern and buy flour! Mom will bake a cake for you tomorrow!" The mother said

MANANGALS – I took the inspiration behind this from the Manananggal which is a vampire-like mythical creature that originated from the Philippines. Like the above, the rest of the supernatural beings have my own take on things. - I hope this has helped somewhat! Thank you!

Bamby was so thrilled that he was jumping for joy. Mama Laura just smiled. Evidently, she knew who Mikael Alonso was. She just busied herself preparing their lunch – all of Clarissa’s favorites that included ‘chicken adobo,’ which was a type of Filipino chicken stew; ‘pancit,’ which was basically an egg noodle dish which shreds of pork and variety of vegetables; and ‘sinigang,’ which was a traditional sour soup.

The soft coconut cream, the crunch of nuts, the gentle sweetness—it melted on my tongue. “This is delicious!” I exclaimed. Manang laughed. “That’s my lola’s recipe. A family secret. The señoritos love it.” As she began preparing vegetables for dinner, she glanced at me curiously. “Do you have plans tonight, Miss Reya?” “None at the moment,” I replied. “Well, stay for dinner then.” She grinned. “We’re having Tinolang Manok.” My mouth watered. “I’d love to.” “Then can I take advantage and ask you to help pick out the malunggay leaves?” she teased.

The meeting results will affect to the next meeting with investors. "Do you think , where is a suitable location? There has been a land proposal submitted. I am confused about which one to choose. Please give me a suggestion. You have lived there before right?" asked Mr. Kusuma when at the dinning table. He usually eats breakfast and asks to be accompanied by talking about his work. This morning I prepared Wingko Babat Pandan, a snack made of sticky rice, coconut, sugar and specifically I added sorrel leaf juice, besides being a natural green coloring it is also for fragrance.

Niro said. Eleanor had only cooked Tinolang Manok (Chicken Ginger Soup) because she didn't want to use too much of what was in their fridge. Niro turned to the utensil holder, grabbed a plate for Eleanor's balut, and placed it on the table as well. "And since everything is ready. Let's have our dinner," he said, moving closer to Eleanor to help her sit down before he sat across from her.