Hubby and Wife Adventures: Saturday Boodle Fight + Videoke

Have you tried Boodle Fight before? This is a traditional Filipino method of eating on banana leaves without using any utensils.

It means you need to eat the food there with your bare hands.

Or have you tried singing in the videoke?

These two things I mentioned here are what Ate Tess prepared for us.

Hubby and I went to her house with the other guests this Saturday as we got invited, and let's see how we enjoyed her hospitality.

As you may know, Filipinos are known for their hospitality. Every time you visit a home, expect some snacks and drinks. It's a way of showing that you're valued not just as a friend but as family.

It was 11 a.m. when Hubby and I arrived safely at Ate Tess's place.

The weather is so nice at that time. It's a little bit hot as the sun strikes nearly noon.

Her place is so spacious that you don't have to worry about where to park your car.

Sometimes, we call her place a "Hacienda". It's just the right term for this place as she has a large space for a plantation and a house nearby.

As we approached her, it looked like we had come too earlier than the other guests. The plan was to come here before noon as we needed to help her prepare the food for lunch. 

But you know "Filipino time". The habit of always being late to an agreed meeting time.

But let them be, as I can use my time visiting her garden and capturing those beautiful and fresh flowers.

These flowers are just those common blossoms that you can find in every Filipino garden. But it looks so appealing because of how the sun shines right through them.

After roaming around, finally, the other guests arrived.

And so the cooking began!

It was a busy noon for everyone.

There are assigned for those malunggay leaves.

Some brought some pork barbecue and big tilapia fish.

And for our juice... There are fresh coconuts.

Kuya Danny is the one who opens it. While others volunteered to strip it.

A fork and spoon have been used.

And here's the result:

A few more coconuts have been opened and stripped then sugar and milk have been added. Plus the coconut water of course. It's the instant liquid for it.

While others were so busy cooking and preparing our lunch, some chose to spend their time singing at the videoke.

They take turns singing. Except for me who's not confident in singing in front of everyone.

My baby seems so bored and not entertained by Kuya Danny's song. He looks so sleepy and sad. 😂

And you know what's being prepared while we're busy in this videoke? The table for a boodle fight.

Here it is... 2 big banana leaves with the rice that's been scattered. Then the barbecue, tilapia, and eggplants.

Another dish is added to the side like the vegetable malunggay, tinolang manok, and the cold buko juice of course.

And that's the time I put down my cell phone and wash my hands. Because it's time for a boodle fight!

Everybody is enjoying the food. We're sharing and munching on this whole set of rice and viand. Every food tastes so good, especially the barbecue.

It's my favorite out of all. No need for the dipping sauce, because the meat itself is so tasty.

Almost all of the food in the banana leaves has been consumed. And we enjoy spending our time having fun and talking.

The day came to an end with our full tummy and smiles on our faces.

Did I get disappointed in coming? Nope. Never.

This day became a rest day for me. A day off from work. New surroundings and fresh air. Bonding moments with our friends and family.

And for sure, this day will be cherished and saved in my memories forever.

Disclaimer: All photographs by me, unless otherwise stated.