Welcome back, Dill! (if it's you)

@mendip - I've had that "maganda ka pa sa umaga" thrown at me by colleagues/ friends. For us (Filipinos), it's just a type of flattery and/or word play - another way of saying "magandang umaga" (good morning). But yeah, you must have some rapport or camaraderie with the person. We don't say it to total strangers.

Start with "salamat", then "magandang umaga/ gabi" (good morning/ evening) You'll get surprised looks or giggles.

Btw thanks for the food pic. You could tell your colleagues that you're taking pics for your Instagram followers if they notice your photos!