"Bet On Your Baby Philippines" is the Newest Kapamilya Show That Advocates Strong Connections Between Babies and their Families

In a family treat that with a message that is very much close to her heart, acclaimed television personality and hands-on mother Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo stands proud to share both education and enjoyment as host of the Philippines’ newest game show “Bet On Your Baby”.

Seeing it fit for how she is and who she is, Judy Ann has been especially excited venturing into this new project, which is designed for families with children aged two to three and a half years old. Through a series of games, it aims to prove the importance of having a strong bond between parents and their kids.

“When the show was presented to me, and when I got the whole feel of ‘Bet On Your Baby’, I was so entertained by seeing how they kids were really just playing,” said Judy Ann, who found a great sense of enjoyment from her first taping sessions. Aside from that, the show’s games are designed in ways that allow for the children to learn while playing, making her even more eager to take on being the show’s host.

Being an advocate of creating strong connections with her children, she finds a certain thrill in discovering what they’re capable of on a daily basis, which she also sees in what her guests bring to the floor. According to Judy Ann, “There’s a point of conversation with you and the parents that join the show. We can relate to each other.”  

Judy Ann also immediately took a liking to the kids that she has met through the show so far. “It’s easy to love the program because you’re dealing with babies, and you can’t go wrong with that,” she said.

This connection that she formed with the families that she has met on the show so far is one that she hopes will branch out to inspire other Filipino families, especially with the show presenting techniques that parents and children can take into their own homes.

 “I’m just hopeful that we can inspire people to enjoy having their kids around. ‘Bet On Your Baby’ is here to help parents enjoy their kids more. Besides, being a parent, I learned that when it comes to your children, you don’t want to miss any moment. It’s important to be beside them in whatever they go through. I think when you come to that point, it’s true that you become selfless. It’s true that you smile without reason. All of a sudden, there’s so much more value in your being alive.”

“Bet On Your Baby”, hosted by Judy Ann Santos, is set to hit Philippine television this October. For updates on the program, visit and like “Bet On Your Baby” on Facebook (www.facebook.com/betonyourbabyph) and follow @betonyourbabyph on Twitter or betonyourbabyphilippines on Instagram.

CITY HUNTER: Lee Min Ho's Newest Korean Drama

ABS-CBN kicks off the year of the Dragon withy the much- awaited and biggest Korean drama “City Hunter “ premiering this Monday (Jan.23) in Primetime Bida.

I am so excited with this new offering because not all of my friends new that I’m “Koreanovela” addict. I always make sure to watch them whenever I have time at home. 

And this time after his biggest hit “Boys Over Flowers” Lee Min Ho, Asian’s Superstar will lead this overly-budgeted Korean hit series, CITY HUNTER.

Lee Min Ho has a big following here in the Philippines. And I was not surprised because I was able to see that last Friday at the City Hunter Advance Screening at The Dolphy Theatre.

The theater was packed and alot of Lee Min Ho's fans was there to support it!

 You can even some of the fans with the replica masks that Lee Min Ho used for this Korean Drama.

Park Min-Young is Lee Min Ho's leading lady here and also rumored as his Girl friend.

In the series, Min Ho plays the role of johnny Lee, a charming and smart young man who works at the Presidential residence called the BLUE HOUSE. Little did everyone know that behind his massive appeal to women, intelligence and pleasing personality lies a son trained to kill and seek revenge for his father. His mission is to make 5 politicians responsible for killing his father pay with their own lives.

Despite being skilled assassin, the task wouldn't be that easy for Johnny because he has to follow three rules on his mission ----he can't trust anyone, he can't reveal his true identity and he can't fall in love with Na Na, he must also choose which path to take . Will he choose duty or love ? We will soon find out as we watch it every night, right after Pinoy Big Brother on January 23 in the undisputed Primetime Bida!

Stand-Out Dishes from Junior Master Chefs Philippines Now Served at Pancake House

Time must really flies so fast. It was just a few months ago since JUNIOR MASTERCHEFS had first aired at Top t.v. Station, ABS-CBN.  Being a fan of cooking shows and a foodie newbie, I started to add Junior MasterChefs to my list of my favorite shows. It has been my favorite because it brings smile on my face whenever I see the kiddie cooks face each cooking challenge. It was amazing to see these kids (which some of them are near my son’s age, btw my eldest son is already 7 years old.) cook like a pro! It is one of those shows close to my heart because it was a family favorite. My kids watch it with me all the time. I guess the foodie in us runs in the blood.

And now with only eight of them left in the competition, kiddie cooks are showing what cuisine they excel at. But it is no doubt that all of the remaining participants have what it takes to vie for the Ultimate title of “Junior MasterChef” Philippines.

From L-R: Miko Manzano, Caitlin Taluban, Jobim Balbuena and Kyle Imao

And proof to this is some of their masterpiece dishes are now being served at the country’s most trusted restaurants, PANCAKE HOUSE.

And to have a taste of these “masterpiece” dishes, I had been invited by Junior Masterchef Philippines and Pancake House last January 11, 2012 at Pancake House Trinoma. 

 This is Chef Adrian Azurin, the Senior Product Development at Pancake House.

He was asked during the Q&A if who's the kiddie cook who resembles his cooking style. He said it  was Miko.

I was thrilled and excited to meet the kiddie cooks . And the kiddie cooks present are Caitlin Taluban, Kyle, Jobim, and Miko.  And it was a privilege to meet also the Chef for the R&D Dept. of Pancake house who was so proud to introduce to us the the dishes that these kids had made.

 Tofu EggPlant Salad Php175

Deep fried Tofu lathered with a special honey sauce served with grilled eggplant and mustard greens salad topped with toasted pinipig.

 PORKSILOG STEAK Php 260

Pan-grilled pork loin filled with garlic longganisa meat; served with special fried rice, sunny side-up egg and mango chutney.

CABBAGE LUMPIA in COCONUT BREADING Php175

 Caitlin Taluban was the one who made the recipe for this appetizer. Let's congratulate her for being in the Top 7 

For Junior MasterChef Phils. (As of this writing)

A pretty young lass who wanted to pursue being a chef rather than to be in showbiz .

RICE and AMPALAYA SILOG

P235Meat-filled ampalaya topped with melted cheese, served with garlic rice, sunny side-up egg, crispy dilis and pickled ampalaya. 

Fish burger on Brown Rice Pilaf with malunggay sauce and caramelized ginger 

Baby Back ribs served with Warm Bacon Potato salad and Corn on a Cob

These 6 dishes are sure to packed one’s appetite because it is deliciously made and inspired by kiddie cooks at JUNIOR MASTERCHEFS Philippines.

These 6 dishes are served already since last October 2011 and until April 2012.

Through out the season, viewers and foodies alike will have to be on the look- out for more dishes that will be inspired by the kiddie cooks.  

I know all of you guys are now excited to have a taste of these delicious and sumptuous dishes. No worries because all of these dishes are available in all Pancake house branches. And don’t forget to watch JUNIOR MASTERCHEFS which airs every Saturdays (after “Wansapanataym”) and Sundays (after” Goin’ Bulilit”) on ABS-CBN