Revisiting Old Manila and Ilustrado Restaurant

Being someone who’s a self-proclaimed old-world romanticist, I just love places that transports me back to olden times when and where life was simpler and places that stirs up my imagination because of the opulent history behind it. One of the places in the Philippines where I can get that fix is Intramuros. I’ve been here a couple of times and it always makes me feel nostalgic and proud of my heritage as a Filipino with a rich antiquity and background.

Last weekend, me and a couple of friends visited old Intramuros and some of the other museums nearby for the celebration of Museums and Galleries Month where the Intramuros Administration held an Open House where most of the museums are free. Yep no entrance fees! 

Amazing Tips For Game-Night That Everyone Can Enjoy

Game nights are fun, and there’s no doubt about it. Tasty food, lovely people, and lots of buzz in the stadium are just some of the things, every American would kill for. Whether you plan to host a game night at your place for your friends, or you wish to go out and join the stadium audience, it all melts down to the joy of watching the game.

The joy is further multiplied when your game nights are during the NBA seasons. Honestly, who doesn’t love basketball? Everything about the sport is so fascinating, from dunks to chase and dribbling tricks performed by the players.

Cara Mia’s 10th Anniversary Special: The New Gelato Sandwiches!

Cara Mia Cakes & Gelato was formally launched as a separate brand from Amici in May, 2009 with the first outlet opening in Greenhills. Using the same principles that Father Colombo used to create authentic Italian Gelato, Cara Mia has since expanded its line to many more exciting gelato flavors as well as other gelato-based products and delectable desserts to complement its mix.

Cara Mia was the first to introduce Gelato Cakes in the country. Gelato Cakes, which comprise various gelato flavors fused in with elements like wafers, pie crusts, nuts and toppings to form beautiful cakes are perfect for gift giving and special occasions.

Perfect Jewellery for Different Skin Tones and Face Shapes

Jewellery plays a big role when we are planning our outfits because it complements any look perfectly, and jade jewelry is perfect with lots of colors to choose from. This year, huge statement pieces are popular, items like long earrings or large chain necklaces. However, just because something is trendy, it doesn’t mean we can all pull it off. When it comes to jewellery, a lot depends on our skin tone and face shape, so not everyone should wear the same pieces because not all of us look equally good with them. To learn what jewellery is best for you, keep reading! 

Choosing the right metals and gemstone colours
When we are determining our skin tone, it's best to look at the skin in natural light. First, find a spot where the veins are easily seen. Here’s a tip – wrists are usually a great choice! Those with blue or purple veins have a cool skin tone. If veins are rather greenish, this is a warm skin tone. However, if veins appear blue in some areas and green in others, we are talking about a neutral skin tone.

Paluto by All Day Supermarket

I’ve never been in a supermarket where grocery shopping is something so enjoyable until visiting All Day Supermarket. This establishment is from the same brand that gave us All Home and The Coffee Project (IMO, the prettiest coffee shop in MNL). In Libis Quezon City, the huge lot which Shopwise used to occupy, now stands All Day, All Home and Coffee Project a one stop for all things you need for your home, kitchen and your caffeine fix!

I found myself here one Saturday to meet up with my friends. I’ve been at Coffee Project several times and have window shopped inside All Home but this was the first time that I went on the second floor where you can find AllDay Supermarket.

Mindful Mouthfuls: A Thousand Meals for Education

In Celebration of Fo Guang Shan Philippines’ 30th Anniversary, the foundation re-launches its flagship program on the promotion of environmental and spiritual wellness, the Go Green@Mabuhay with this year’s theme on Mindful Mouthfuls: A Thousand Meals for Education. The program aims to bring together a thousand people to practice mindfulness in eating while supporting Fo Guang Shan’s education endeavors for the Filipino youth. Meaningful education is essential for the holistic growth of an individual. 

To aid in building a healthy learning environment for the students, FGS is constructing an educational facility, the future home of Guang Ming College in Tagaytay. All proceeds from this event will go to the construction project. We can use this simple and daily activity of eating as a start towards a more mindful living. Carefully choosing what we eat is not only for healthy living but also for environmental protection. Through this event, we hope you will appreciate the taste of various vegetarian cuisines created by devotees and volunteers as well as from our vegetarian restaurant partners.

A Whole New Lasagna Experience with Pizza Hut’s New Viva Lasagna Pizza!

I’m not so sure where we Filipinos got our influence when it comes to being fond of pasta and pizza. Though these are originally Italian or Mediterranean dishes, I’m guessing it’s likely the Americans who introduced them to us. There are a couple of pizza places in the Philippine market that are of American origin and one of them is Pizza Hut. 

Pizza Hut was founded in June 1958 by two Wichita State University students, brothers Dan and Frank Carney, as a single location in Wichita, Kansas. Six months later they opened a second outlet and within a year they had six Pizza Hut restaurants. The brothers began franchising in 1959.

The Best Beach Vacations for 2020

As we draw closer to the end of another year and begin to embrace the cold, dark winter nights, you may already be itching for some sun and sand. And we don’t blame you! So now may well be the perfect time to start planning your dream beach vacation for 2020. When it comes to choosing a destination, you want to ensure that you’re getting the very best out of your experience, which is why we’ve listed some of the best beach vacation ideas below. 

Maui 

If you’re dreaming of romantic sunsets, delicious food, and, of course, stunning beaches, then Maui is the tropical paradise for you. Known also as ‘The Valley Isle,’ Maui is the second-largest Hawaiian island, adored for its world-famous beaches, where you can experience the 4 S’s: swimming, surfing, snorkeling and sunbathing. Makena Beach is one of the island’s most popular beaches, due to its natural scenery and stunning views, and is split into two areas: Big Beach and Little Beach. 

How To Travel With A Baby

Traveling with a baby is indeed a much different experience than when there are only adults on board. However, although it is a bit challenging, a lot of parents would agree that it is much harder for them to travel without their baby than it is to get prepared and travel with their little one.  The truth is that there are many beautiful sides of having your baby by your side while you go visit your family or go on a vacation, together with the fact that your trip will in no case be boring. So, if you are planning to travel with your baby, and especially if this is going to be the first time that the little one is visiting a new destination, here are some useful tips to help you and your baby enjoy the trip.

Keep close to you a supply of wipes and diapers
It is quite understandable that you should bring a few spare diapers with you when traveling with a baby. The same applies to baby wipes, which can come in handy in multiple situations during your trip. However, the key is to keep these necessities close to you, so you can grab them at any time. The best is to keep them in a spacious tote bag or a large backpack that you can carry with you, no matter if you are traveling by car or a plane. This way, you can change the baby’s diaper in no time, as well as use the wipes to clean any spit-ups, sticky hands, or even to wipe any surfaces so that they are clean and safe for you and the baby to use.

Zomato Philippines Held the Biggest Restaurant Summit For Restaurant Owners in Metro Manila

Game-changing insights, mind-boggling questions, and heart-wrenching realities in the restaurant industry were all tackled last August 19 at the Future of Food 2019. Attended by more than 1000 restaurant owners, industry leaders, restaurant operators, and senior marketing professionals, the Future of Food is dubbed as the biggest restaurant summit for restaurant owners in Metro Manila yet. 

Zomato Philippines, the leading food app in the country, organized the Future of Food with the country’s most prestigious companies, Arla Foods and Globe myBusiness, in partnership with, McCormick Philippines, Century Pacific Food Inc. - Food Service, and Avida Land.