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Side Trip to Barasoain Church in Malolos, Bulacan
Barasoain Church is one of the historical landmarks of the Philippines. I’ve grown up seeing pictures in history books, postcards, photos, and even on the ten peso bill before the government converted this to coins. But I’ve never had the chance to visit it, even on a school field trip. That was, until my recent…[Continue Reading]
TRAVEL
Road Trip to Pampanga: Day One
It’s been a while since me and my friends have gone on a road trip. This year, we decided to change all of that. When we heard about the annual hot air balloon festival happening in Pampanga last … [Read More...]
Experience Cebu’s Vibrant Sinulog Festival
The Sinulog Festival is considered to be one of the grandest and most colorful festivals in the Philippines. Each year, this vibrant celebration of dance, music and color attracts millions of people … [Read More...]
Top 7 Places to Go and Welcome 2012 in the Philippines
2012 is just around the corner and that means it's party time once again. If the idea of spending the New Year at home seem to sound a bit too boring and tiring for you, not to worry. Below are the … [Read More...]
FOOD & DINING
A Taste of Exotic Filipino Cuisine at Everybody's Cafe
The foods that make up Filipino cuisine can range from the familiar to the exotic and one place to try these out is at the Everybody’s Cafe, a popular restaurant in Pampanga—the culinary capital of the Philippines. Reputation of the Everybody’s Cafe Opened in 1946, the Everybody’s Cafe is reputed to be one of the…[Continue Reading]
Bellissimo Evening at LIncontro Italian Restaurant
Amidst the towering buildings and busy streets of Makati City is L’Incontro—a cozy Italian restaurant where you can enjoy great Italian food within a rustic setting that encourages you to slow down, relax and unwind. I discovered this Italian restaurant about a month ago when it hosted the food and wine pairing dinner organized by…[Continue Reading]
Philippines’ Most Promising Students Compete 2nd Grand Culinary Challenge
Last November, hundreds of culinary arts students from different universities and colleges in Metro Manila and nearby provinces converged at the World Trade Center in Pasay City for the 2nd Grand Culinary Challenge. About the Grand Culinary Challenge Mr. Victor Warren, Chief Executive of the Grand Culinary Challenge, was gracious enough to spend a few…[Continue Reading]
FILIPINO CULTURE
TV Show on Filipino Artists Airs This February
A new TV show focusing on Filipino artists will be making its debut this coming February 28, 2012 on the Knowledge Channel at 8:40pm. Entitled Art Republik, this 30-minute program will center on arts and culture in the Philippines with the first season carrying 13 episodes anchored on different Filipino cultural traits like Bayanihan (camaraderie), adaptability,…[Continue Reading]
Side Trip to Barasoain Church in Malolos, Bulacan
Barasoain Church is one of the historical landmarks of the Philippines. I’ve grown up seeing pictures in history books, postcards, photos, and even on the ten peso bill before the government converted this to coins. But I’ve never had the chance to visit it, even on a school field trip. That was, until my recent…[Continue Reading]
Enter the Dragon: Celebrating Chinese New Year in the Philippines
The Chinese Filipinos are considered as one of the largest ethnic groups in the Philippines, so it’s not surprising that celebrating Chinese New Year is a big thing in the country. Over the years, its popularity has grown among Filipinos. This year is the very first time the Philippine government announced Chinese New Year to…[Continue Reading]
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