When in Manila, finding a place to cool down during the summer would be of the utmost essence. But what can you do if you want to mingle with your friends or bond with your family without lounging around at home while eating popsicles and without spending a hundred pesos per baby scoop of ice cream? Visit Swensen’s Eastwood – that’s what! And the best part? It’s air-conditioned. Double win to beat the summer [...]

It has been years since I got myself a belly piercing. You could say that the insatiable urge to put pretty things on my body pushed me to have it done.     (Photo by Camille Rodriguez)   When In Manila, though, it has become such a chore to look for quality belly rings. It’s been 6 years since I got this piercing and I still haven’t found the prefect one. To my dissatisfaction, I [...]

Isa Rodriguez and Jason Cruz   With all the environmental issues we’ve been facing, one wonders: When in Manila, how do I play my part in saving the environment?   Our question was answered that night when we found ourselves at Casa Nami, along Jupiter Street, Makati, for the Tribu Sole Initiative Upcycled Footwear Launch.         Cousins Jason and Renan Luengo came up with the brand Tribu in 1995. The result of [...]

When In Manila, you’ll encounter people who’ll try to recruit you or sell you deodorants, food supplements, whitening products and other marketable products. This is the result of the mushrooming of networking companies in the country during the past decade. The word network marketing though has an awful reputation, mostly because people think that they’re all pyramid scams when the two are different. To compare and contrast, a pyramid scheme often does not offer selling [...]

The difference between a casual coffee drinker and a true caffeine-junkie is often their definition of what ‘great coffee‘ is. Whichever side of the coffee fence you’re on, be sure to enjoy a cup of great coffee at Highlands Coffee, Resorts World Manila.   Great coffee means Highlands Coffee.             Highlands Coffee began as packaged roasted coffee in 2000. Just two years later, the great coffee taste of the brand [...]

NOT JUST FOR YOUR BODY When asked about how she found yoga, Ginger tells us the story of how at 24 and working as a preschool teacher, she was like most people in their twenty somethings– confused and looking for purpose.

…She regales us of tales on how she herself struggled with the poses at first, but as is evident in everything that this young lady has achieved, nothing is impossible with hard work.

      There’s only one thing for you to do when in Manila and in entrepreneur Kim Cariaso’s stall in Alabang Town Center: Eat his GF! Or his sausage, whichever strikes your fancy. Either way, Eat My GF (GF, of course, stands for ‘Garlic Fries’) offers a quickie when you’re hungry, and when you need it fast when in Manila.   Eat My GF When In Manila.               [...]

  Running in Manila has been on the rise for the past few years, and when in Manila, the discerning runner – elite or newbie – would be wise to check out the newest RUNNR stores in Manila.      Now in TriNoma and Alabang Town Center.       When In Manila was granted an exclusive interview with the man behind the Philippines’ first technology-focused runner-centered concept running store, Mr. Toby Claudio. He explains [...]

    Napa Restaurant and Bar entrance from Scout Borromeo St.     When In Manila, it pays to live a healthy and dynamic lifestyle. In a metropolis of eleven and a half million where people are too busy with work, people often neglect their health. Nevertheless, healthy foods like organic products are gaining a foot hold in the Metro and joining the bandwagon are numerous choices of healthy drinks like milk tea. The Milk Tea [...]

When In Manila, how convinced are you to dine at restos with this label: SINCE xxxx? Panciteria LIDO is one and has been an expert serving their famous Pugon Roasted Asado alongside with an assortment of Chinese dishes- Since 1936! Their pioneer branch was located along the streets of Chinatown, Binondo and though not anymore in operation, they have opened a few branches to continue their legacy. LIDO is an actual mix of Chinese & [...]

    WHEN IN MANILA and you’re looking for a cool Japanese restaurant, visit SUMOSAM GILMORE.   We got to hang out at SUMOSAM GILMORE as they celebrated their grand opening day in Greenhills.     MRS. ANGEL PELAYO-TY (2nd from left, picture above) is the owner of this FIRST franchise of SUMOSAM in Metro Manila.  MR. MARVIN AGUSTIN (4th from left, picture above) was present in the celebration, as well as some bloggers, head [...]

      Ever since I could remember, I’ve had a love affair with food. What started as bonding with the family has now turned into a full blown passion. I pride myself in being very adventurous with food, I’ve been known to say I will try anything once.   When In Manila, I’m sure it’s very obvious that most Filipinos, like me, are very open when it comes to food. The diverse population in [...]

It’s been a busy month with the coming holidays. With just a few weeks before Christmas, the rushing to and from with preparations and gift hunting, I’m sure everyone’s feeling the stress this season brings, When In Manila.   With everything that’s been happening, I welcomed the one day vacation holiday that was coming my way and decided to spend it by relaxing and pampering myself. It was the Tuesday night before this said non [...]

  As a kid growing up, I was exposed to so many outdoor activities. I still have very fond memories of cold nights spent in sleeping bags, giggling and counting shooting stars.   Time went by, and I grew up into a city dweller. When In Manila, I learned to go out, shop and dine. The only exercise I get is when I walk through Landmark from Glorietta, to get to Greenbelt. The urban jungles [...]

  Discover the 6 major blunders and mistakes you may be committing when trying to earn from the internet.   You may have tried to earn online and failed.   You may have tried many times and you still can’t “get” it.   Why is that?   You may be blindly committing these six mistakes -and they may be holding you back from achieving success.         My Online Marketing teacher, Jomar Hilario [...]

    Young Women Entrepreneurs’ Another Step To Success: EntrePinay Full Blast   When In Manila, the senior Entrepreneurship students, which comprise of 13 food and non-food companies, are having a month-long exhibit at the Robinsons Galleria on October 1-30, 2011. With a wide array of products and services accomplished through the four years in the institution, which have won several awards as well, the event’s main objective is to showcase their own distinct product [...]

  When in Manila and craving for fried chicken, support your own and head on over to Manang’s Chicken: ang bagong fried chicken ng pinoy! Anyone who’s tried Manang’s Chicken would know that it is absolutely delicious and that standing in a long line just to avail of a bucket or two of these is definitely worth the wait!    Manang’s Chicken first started operations as a simple stall in Mercato Centrale on December 25, [...]

  When in Manila and yearning to experience authentic french breads and pastries without booking yourself a trip to Paris, I’ve got the perfect spot for you!!   Allow me to transport you once again to another place! Our next destination: FRANCE!   The restaurant: Paris Delice!   left to right : L’Europeen, Classic Tuna and The Italian     I have always been fascinated with everything French for the simple reason that I see [...]

  When in Manila and craving for some authentic chicken inasal and other Ilonggo favorites, our newly found food haven will surely provide you with the real deal!     Your weekly epicures are on the loose once again and this time, Frank and I were joined by his niece Badeth and “bestestfriend” Mitch who also happens to be my closest “amigas” so I feel really fortunate that our “barkada” was once again complete! Woot! woot! [...]

     When In Manila…. or When In Mindanao, be sure to check out the 3rd Global Business Conference – Social Media: The New Business and Marketing Frontier in Koronadal City.   I’m (Vince Golangco) so excited to be one of the speakers for this big event! There will be over 1,500 students there attending this conference on Social Media.   At this social media conference, I’ll be discussing how you can succeed and earn [...]