EAT: Filipino comfort food with a twist at Braska Restaurant, Malate
Beef pares in a panini, breaded tahong and more unique Filipino comfort food in Manila
LOOK: Simple, old-world charm + convenience at Amelie Hotel in Malate, Manila
Why it’s worth staying at Amelie Hotel when you’re in Manila
IN PHOTOS: Comfy beds, stunning views, beautiful rooftop pool, and more at Microtel Technohub Quezon City
A great staycation in the city for its comfy beds, greenery, garden-side dining, beautiful roof deck pool, and stunning views.
IN PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Le Grand Cirque’s amazing acrobatics and performances at Araneta Coliseum
Aerial whirls and swings. Fire dancing. Pyramids and juggling. Hoop jumping and tumbling. Dancing while plate-twirling. These are just among the acrobatic feats being performed by the Le Grand Cirque Christmas Day up to January 3 at the Araneta Coliseum. A quick preview of some of the best Le Grand Cirque feats. These are also among…
The Great Fireworks Show: USA and Philippines at the Pyromusical Competition + Winning Countries
Beautiful fireworks and music. Together, with the goal of perfect harmony and choreography. This is what the international Pyromusical fireworks performances are about. I remember an ad for the Pyromusical (which I think was called Pyro Olympics) back then claiming to be “the greatest show on earth.” And while this may have been too much…
Not Just For Business: Of Parties and Sunrises at Linden Suites
I woke up just in time to see the dark blue sky lightening and mixing with whites and oranges. One by one, the lights of Ortigas business district died, giving way to the morning sun. Slowly, the sun stretched its rays, like limbs extending after a deep slumber. And then, after watching this sky show, I…
An Encounter With The Dumagat Tribes In Aurora + A Call For Help
Piolo, a child with coffee-colored skin and the curliest hair I have ever seen, handed me a wild rambutan, smiled shyly up at me, and joined the other children. They and a few adults ate the tart red fruit while sitting outside a makeshift home from wood. Others also sat outside their homes, seemingly content,…
Bamboo Organ Festival Gala Night In Photos
I am a local of Las Piñas City, home of the historic Bamboo Organ, declared a National Cultural Treasure, and so far known to be the only organ made almost entirely of bamboo in the whole world. Having lived in this city for more than 20 years, I am ashamed to admit that I have only…
