She must be everyone’s kitchen heroine. Nigella Lawson, British culinary icon visited Manila to share her passion in cooking (and eating!) and to introduce the Contadina line by Del Monte Foods. That’s the closest I could get to Nigella Lawson. Everyone wanted to have a picture close to her, while I chose to adore her […]
Everyone is screaming Vitamin Sea regardless of the time of the year. We are lucky to be living in a beautiful country with so many beautiful islands. One of the most popular and favorite summer destinations in the Philippines is Boracay island, in Aklan. Here are some tips on how you can plan your Boracay […]
I finally got to try the much hailed black yogurt – also known as Dark Skim Yogurt from BLK 513 during its Private Taste Test at SM North EDSA (before its official opening today – September 8th!). Keep reading to find out about the opening day promo! Just like everyone else, I only needed to […]
I am an online shopper even before big online selling stores have opened in Manila. I kind of got lost in the loop when more international stores and brands became available in the Philippines. Just the other day, I downloaded the leading mobile-first marketplace in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, Shoppee. Interestingly, the app just announced […]
I live in Manila and it is like 10 kilometers (or more) away from where good things are happening. I live far from Ortigas, Makati and Taguig. Oftentimes, when I go out to meet friends or attend parties/events, I always worry about going home (especially when it is a Friday, payday and raining). I feel […]
Three years ago, I made one of the biggest decisions of my life. I left a good job in a multinational company to do something fun – blogging. My former coworkers told me that they were inspired with my decision – they say that not a lot of them are brave to stand up for […]
What Does Php 200 Buy You in Generika Drugstore? When I was working for a multinational company, I didn’t worry about buying or spending for prescription drugs or medicines because all I needed was to complete some forms and reimburse the amount for my medicines. Oftentimes I didn’t get to use such benefit because I […]
We all have our #ShakeysMoments – from celebrating family milestones, bonding with friends and just having me-time. More than the delicious thin crust pizza, mojo”s and chicken, Shakey’s Moments are best highlighted with the good times and great moments we shared. I have countless #ShakeysMoments to share but one that is fun to share is […]
Build and Donate Solar Lamps at The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf #SolarSaturdays I cannot imagine life without light (and water). It is a sad reality that in the Philippines, there are still communities and families living below poverty line with no standard home and electricity – one of the basic rights of every individual. […]
Attending a cooking workshop is one of the must-do things when in Barcelona. At least, that’s what Google and other travel blogs recommend. So here I am sharing my own stories and cooking experience at Born to Cook, Barcelona (and pushing you to make it part of your itinerary). Taking you back to #RuthGoestoBarcelona last […]
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