When in Manila, the best place to appreciate the complex world of Science is The Mind Museum. Much has been said about the country’s first world class museum – some of which are this, this, and this – and it only deserves the recognition it has been getting. Once again, The Mind Museum delivered its promise of providing an interactive experience as it celebrated the International Museum Day.           Home [...]

This is a follow up to WhenInManila.com’s feature on Free Comic Book Day 2012 in Manila. You can read the other post here.     State subsidized libraries are the mark of a developed nation. In Brisbane, Australia, for example, the have 33 city libraries where you can take books, DVDs, magazines, etc. home with you, surf the internet or play video games, and more! All for free!     When In Manila, where libraries are [...]

  When In Manila, there are many beautiful sceneries and memories to be captured every day and how do we record them? Through photographs? Through journal entries? Well,  Urban Sketchers Philippines captures them one sketch at a time.    I remember Arnold Arre’s talk back in Graphika Manila 2010. He advised artists to sketch everyday to get better at their craft. By sketching everyday, he meant capturing everyday happenings by sketching like the people in the [...]

  When in Manila, it’s always difficult to plan a night out with friends given that there are so many awesome places in the Metro. Whether you’re in for a chill hang-out night in a pub with a couple of beer bottles, ‘pika pika’, and a kick-ass band. Or if you’re game to dance the night away in your sexiest outfit in a glamorous club, you don’t have to look elsewhere cause if it hasn’t [...]

When in Manila, come and watch 9 Works Theatrical’s STAGE CAMP!   Weeks 4 and 5 of 9 Works Theatrical’s Adult Class of Stage Camp just went by! And let me just say that it is becoming more and more challenging for me, but then again, I’m also excited to see myself and my other classmates each step out of our comfort zones.   You know in those ninja movies where the sensei asks the [...]

When In Manila, KPOP is everywhere! And now, finally! The pioneer of Korea’s fancy shops opens it’s first branch here in Manila!    C.N.A. Philippines first store located at the University Tower in Pedro Gil     C.N.A. Philippines   Culture, Nail and Art–that’s what C.N.A. stands for.          C.N.A. has been around since 1991 and has over 200 branches in Korea although it is only now that the company is expanding its [...]

    Here are this season’s vibrant palette, sophisticated designs and beautiful trendy pieces for you guys or your mates When In Manila— fresh off of the runway! Brought to you by the Ayala Malls.      Armani Exchange is the youthful fashion label created by Italian designer Giorgio Armani. Inspired by street-chic culture and dance music, it is considered the most accessible Armani brand.    One of my favorite parts of the show. Grays, stripes and [...]

  Nokia Lumia Series Launch at the Bonifacio High Street Ampitheater     When in Manila, you may find yourself in Nokialand! Nokia has been one of the most widely recognized mobile phone brands in the country. From its earliest monochrome graphic display models which were a huge hit during the late 1990’s and early 2000’s, to the release of the first and most popular camera phone of its time, Nokia has unarguably shaped the [...]

When In Manila and you have an inch to learn more about video production, video editing, photo editing or other computer related workshops, then the Philippine Center for Creative Imaging (PCCI) is the perfect place to go!     The Philippine Center for Creative Imaging or PCCI, is the premier training hub for the country’s growing pool of digital artists and photographers. It conducts intensive, hands-on workshops in graphics software and their real-world applications. PCCI [...]

    When In Manila, look for the best of international cuisine in the part of the Metro Manila where it truly is global – Bonifacio Global City. I was invited to try out the food selections with the rest of my family at Wee Nam Kee Serendra but do get your eyes working though since Wee Nam Kee is situated in the quite corner. Hainanese Chicken Rice is the specialty but expect not only [...]

When In Manila visit Republiq, one of the sickest clubs in Manila and be graced with the full taste of Absolut Elyx.   Republiq is one of those hip new clubs that everyone wants to go to. I went there once in my first week, but it wasn’t exactly club hours before I left. For the Absolut event it was slightly different. Republiq Invite Only Party      When I arrived I was greeted by [...]

  MCT Events Management Holds the 3rd MegaBrands Sale in June 2012   Megabrands Sale is considered as one of the most anticipated events where shoppers buy their favorite brands at reduced prices, and as an effective venue for exposure and promotion for great and upcoming brands in the market.   Once again, MCT Events Management will stage the Megabrands Sale on June 1-3, 2012, at the World Trade Center, Pasay City with its official [...]

      When in Manila and you’re in the mood for something creative, visit Heima Store ! Heima is a fun & quirky furniture design store with branches at the LRI plaza in Makati & Cubao Expo.  Heima held its third Design Discussion last Saturday with its collaborators as speakers.  The following illustrators, photographers and videographers shared their stories, techniques & experiences:      Heima Design Discussion 3: washi tape fun & a wall of post-its!   [...]

When in Manila, where Cosmopolitan remains to be the number one selling women’s magazine in the country, it was inevitable that the NBC Tent was decked with the hottest stars, cover girls, hunks, and models who donned on sexy gowns and suits, to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Cosmopolitan Philippines last May 17.                       The event was definitely majestic as it was hosted by the [...]

When in Manila, a little fairy dust and thinking happy thoughts is no longer the only option one can take to be able to fly. Peter Pan and Tinkerbell could use a little day off as Beyond Yoga located on the 3rd floor of Il Terrazzo, Tomas Morato, Quezon City steps in to show you countless ways in which one could be up in the air, with their classes on Anti-Gravity Yoga.       [...]

  When in Manila, heroism is about saving the world.   Critics and fans recognize a breakthrough by The Avengers’ writer/director Joss Whedon who managed to make a box-office movie adaptation while staying faithful to the comic series.   The sixth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe of the Marvel Studios, and simultaneously a post- and pre- installment films to several other Marvel films, The Avengers  proved to be a treat to both average movie-goers and [...]

When In Manila, summer is not complete without the Summer Komikon 2012!   Summer Komikon 2012 is the hottest yet coolest Filipino comics convention in the country.   Come join the event on May 26, 2012 from 10am to 7pm at the Bayanihan Center, Pioneer St., Pasig City for this must-attend komiks events. As it is 2012, this year’s theme is “Wakasan”, which is a challenge against the end of the dying or dead comics [...]

  When In Manila, well… I mean When In Pampanga, my friends and I went to Robinsons Pampanga to participate on the cosplay event HOBBY FEST 2012. For those of you who don’t know what Cosplay is, it is a form of art wherein you dress up as you’re favourite Anime, Manga (Japanese term for Comics), Movie or Game characters. I’m a big fan of this community and I was uber excited to share my stories [...]

  When In Manila, it’s time to Rock Out with your Blog Out!   It’s Rockeoke night for the blogger friends of WhenInManila.com   We’re inviting out bloggers to come have a night of fun, food, drinks and rockeoke!   WhenInManila.com realizes how so much of our success comes from the blogosphere and the amazing blogger friends and mentors who have helped shape our site into what it is today!   With that said, we’re [...]

  When In Manila and craving for a delicious and hearty breakfast meal, you definitely have to get it at Kanto Freestyle Breakfast!   Back in college, my friends and I usually go out of the dormitory during late nights to buy some food to eat while studying ( sometimes more on the eating part). There are many food establishments around our area which are open for 24 hours. Definitely convenient if you’re craving for [...]

      When In Manila, STOKEDinc Managing Director JV Borromeo proudly opened the first Rip Curl Concept Store in the Philippines at the Alabang Town Centre Mall (Garden Wing) with a rockin’ May 2012 summer party.       “Rip Curl’s vision is to be The Ultimate Surfing Company in all respects, so we put together a Rip Curl shop that is inspired by that wonderfiul sense of discovery we call The Search. It’s [...]