When In Manila, you will often spot several Filipino Chinese people along the streets and in the malls. There are better known as the Fil-Chi community or simply put, the “CHINOYS”. I’m proud to be one of them.   The Philippines is full of Chinoys, in fact, 11.5% of the country’s population is composed of Chinoys! That’s around 9.5 million people! Woah!!  There’s a lot of us now aren’t there? From this realization [...]

Week 3 just ended, woohooo!! We’re getting closer and closer to our theater group’s show date and we’re all starting to get both nervous and excited! This week had a lot of impromptu acts going on and they were all SO MUCH FUN as we all got to know a little bit more about each other!   Say Whaaatttt? A Gibberish Conversation at Stage Camp 2012 Gibberish is communicating using various noises, illegitimate words, or [...]

When in Manila and you want to see aspiring actors and actresses entertain you like no other, then watch the culminating production of STAGE CAMP 2012!   I love theater. I always have and I always will! I joined several workshops growing up but was unable to do it continuously, which is why I can’t be happy enough that I got to be part of 9 Works Theatrical’s Stage Camp   Stage Camp 2012: The [...]

When in Manila, the weather can get really hot and badly damage our skin! From pimples to dry skin, there’s just no escaping it!   The ladies, and sometimes, even the men would often apply huge amounts of sunblock when leaving the house to protect our skin from the harsh rays of the sun, but most of us fail to realize that we our skin can still get damaged indoors! Too much light, too much [...]

  When in Manila and you want to be able to take good photos or even print them and keep them in photo albums, then go grab one of the new items of Canon Philippines!   Whenever I leave the house – whether to go to school and work, to go out and run or to attend a blog event, there’s one thing I just can’t go on without – and that’s my Canon Powershot [...]

  When In Manila and you feel like the typical theater set-up is getting boring, then here’s something with a twist that’ll literally get you running!     Battle Royale Philippines   The show ran for a week at the CCP grounds. It was open to all and had no fixed ticket price! You simply pay whatever you thought was fit and you could already watch the play yourself. After its success, the group decided [...]

When in Manila and on a night out with your hot date, better get some tips from Zac Efron to make sure your romance in the bedroom starts smoothly!   Zac Efron Bra Unhooking Expert   Now I’m not writing this post to pay any “homage” or whatever to Zac Efron, I’m not really a fan but I won’t deny that Zac is one good looking guy! From his eyes, his nose, his lips all [...]

  OUTBREAK MANILA     When in Manila and you want to try a UNIQUE kind of exercise, how about try exercising by RUNNING FOR YOUR LIFE in Outbreak Manila Zombie Run!   Outbreak Manila Zombie Run: The ZOMBIES are coming!   What do your hamstrings and your survival skills have in common? To most people, there is no connection. But if you are running in a zombie-infested obstacle course, then it makes perfect sense. [...]

When In Manila and you want to feel what it’s like being under the spotlight for a change, why not join 9 WORKS THEATRICAL’s STAGE CAMP. A summer acting workshop perfect for ALL ages!   I have always had a passion for the arts… painting, sculpting, singing, dancing and my favorite… acting! I’ve attended a few summer acting workshops from wherever and I never come out empty handed! Not only do participants get a chance [...]

  When in Manila and planning for your summer vacation, head on over to Trinoma’s activity center! For 3 days starting March 16 up to March 18, 2012,  the Mad About Travel Fair will be to ensure that you get to travel the Philippines and the entire world STRESS free this coming summer break!     TRAVEL THE PHILIPPINES STRESS FREE!   Summer is coming up and everyone is already making their summer plans! Some [...]

I first heard about Wong Fu Productions last year after they released their video, STRANGERS AGAIN on YouTube. These talented producers/directors really got my attention and I started watching several of their videos and immediately became a fan! I found their work to be so simple and yet so perfect –if you know what I mean.   Wong Fu Manila Concert!…. Wong Fu? WHO?   Wong Fu Productions is a group of three guys namely [...]

  When In Manila and you GIRLS are looking for something hot and steamy to do, then come watch this SPECIAL show of Fuerza Bruta to make you ladies drool! Fuerza Bruta presents the Fuerza Bruta Girls Night!     Fuerza Bruta in Manila!   Last month, I was given the chance to attend the gala night of Fuerza Bruta and experience first hand how this very interactive and wild show felt like! It was [...]

  When in Manila and you’re in the mood to watch famous bands and artists live in concert, then check out Dayly Entertainment and their long list of concerts in line for Manila!     Smash Project Patron Seats!   Last March 8, I was given a chance to watch the Smash Project from Dayly entertainment! VIP baby!!….and let me just say it was one of the most rocking and coolest concerts I’ve ever been [...]

  Soulmanna Live proudly brings you WONG FU PRODUCTIONS live in Manila!! YEEESSS… they’re finally here!     What: Wong Fu Productions Live in Manila! When: March 1, 2012 at 7:30pm Where: Music Musem, Greenhills     What: Wong Fu Productions Live in Manila! When: March 1, 2012 at 7:30pm Where: Music Musem, Greenhills     What about Wong Fu?   Wong Fu Productions is a group of guys namely Wesley Chan, Philip Wang and [...]

When in Manila and you want to watch or do something one of a kind and out of this world… FORGET the movies! FORGET the clubs! Instead, grab your tickets to FUERZA BRUTA and party like you’ve never partied before!     February 14, we were grateful for having been invited to the gala night of Fuerza Bruta. I for one was REALLY REALLY excited to see the show. I’ve seen videos online and I’ve [...]

Mamma Mia, here I go again… my my, how can I forget you?   Forgive me. I try not to sing it but every time I hear the words “Mamma Mia”, I just can’t control the sudden outcry of music within me!….my my how can I forget you!   When In Manila and you’re dying to see the number one show to hit Broadway, head on over to CCP (Cultural Center of the Philippines) and [...]

  When in Manila and you think you’ve seen it all… well you better think again!   This coming February 14, Hoopla inc. together with official sponsors Manila Hotel and Fox International will introduce a revolutionary production from Argentina that’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Fuerza Bruta is an event filled with artistic thrills that will surely grab everyone’s attention and stun the senses. The show is not the typical theater play but a [...]

  When in Manila and you want to capture the perfect moments with the right angles, then Samsung might just have the answer you were looking for!   I love taking pictures! I think that it’s a MUST for every outing and hangout with friends and family. I take pictures of the scenery, the food, and everything else. And of course, it’s a MUST to take pictures of the people involved… there’s just one problem.. [...]

When in Manila and you decide to upload a video on YouTube that might just go viral, you’d be happy to know that YouTube Philippines has officially been launched!     YouTube is a video-sharing website that was created only 6 years ago but has already become a worldwide phenomenon! It is the 3rd highest traffic generating site according to Alexa.com. I’m not sure if EVERYONE has an account, but I’m sure everyone has already [...]

When In Manila, stay fit and healthy by doing a colon cleanse at least once a year!   A couple of months ago, I was lucky enough to have attended a Life Camp seminar/workshop organized by Easy Pha-max. In the said seminar, all the secrets of our intestines were revealed! To know more about that though, you can check out my previous blog about it here:   The seminar really opened my eyes and got [...]