When in Manila, you’ll definitely never run out of interesting places to unwind for the Philippine archipelago  possesses  countless natural treasures waiting to be discovered! As for this occasion, it was more of a re-discovery for us!   This week, let us take you on a visual tour for you to witness the spectacular sites and experiences during our trip to Pangasinan!   Last Nov 21 – 22, When In Manila got invited on [...]

  When in Manila and would like to learn on how to capture lovely and meaningful photos, we suggest you enroll at Jim Paredes’ Basic Photography Workshop!         Sir Jim Paredes is truly an artist in many ways – A member of the legendary singing group Apo Hiking Society, prolific songwriter, performer, author, teacher, photographer, lecturer- name it, you got it! I actually grew up listening to the music of Apo Hiking [...]

100% pure tablea grown from their cacao farm in Leyte     When in Manila and hankering for something  sweet yet very Pinoy, this next feature of mine will surely knock you off your feet!   Allow me to introduce to  you  a resto which is a personal pick of mine-  Tsoko Nut Batirol!   Tsoko Nut Batirol started its operations in 2004. It caters to enthusiasts of old-fashioned goodness with bits of something contemporary [...]

When In Manila, it has become a trend for history buffs and travel junkies to take a day off and see the historical sites, which our nation’s capital has in the dozens.  Some do these on their own, visiting famous tourist spots such as Casa Manila and Fort Santiago, but many others opt for the more in-vogue way of exploring the city’s antiquities: taking a guided walking tour.  Groups and tour programs such as Old [...]

When In Manila, everyone looked forward to 11.11.11, which most considered a holiday, or at the very least, a lucky day.         The metro was abuzz with different activities, but one that stood out most was the much talked about and highly anticipated Lantern Festival. Of course everyone wanted to be there! Anyone who has ever seen Tangled, or saw pictures of this activity online saw how amazing beautiful the lanterns can [...]

It is rare for anyone to miss this singer, writer, educator and producer all-in-one, Jim Paredes, when in Manila.  You can easily catch him singing “doo bidoo bidoo bidoo bido” with two other men, Boboy Garovillo and Danny Javier, from the Apo Hiking Society on TV; or, perhaps stumble upon his “Humming in My Universe” column on a newspaper stand.         Recently, I discovered that the all-around artist, Jim Paredes, is also a remarkable photographer as well!  His creativity is [...]

  it was love at 1st sight!     When in Manila and yearning for fine desserts….. I’ll just go straight to the point ok? I’m sort of in a hurry right now.. I’m in a middle of an ecstatic sugar high! OOOhh Yeah! You have to seriously, seriously taste the gelatos and French macarons at Bar Dolci!   A lot of my friends have been asking me to try out their gelatos and macarons [...]

  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 craving for Mochi balls, there is only 1 place to remember…. Dezato Mochi Cafe!   2 yrs ago, it was our editor Vince who featured this place. He told me  it’s his favorite dessert place so I got even more curious!  I feel very fortunate for giving me this assignment because for the longest time, I’ve been really curious on what mochi balls are!   Whenever I go to Parvati [...]

  When in Manila be sure you get a dose of laughter everyday to ease your stress and increase those positive vibes!   Last long weekend, I got hooked with Vince’s posts about Funny Pinoy signs that it motivated me to post some hilarious photos on our Facebook  page!  We were so overwhelmed with its positive response so I’ve decided to collect more funny shots I found on the web and post it  to hopefully [...]

  When in Manila and very curious to learn about the art of FOOD STYLING and Food Photography,  brace yourself  to what me and my photo buddy Frank are about to show you! It was indeed a very interesting and memorable weekend for both of us and I’m sure you’ll find it equally amazing as well!       What is FOOD STYLING anyway? It is the art of presenting food for any kind of [...]

  When In Manila, there’s something for everybody when it comes to style.  While the upper crust may favor the polish of luxury brands, edgy “street chic” is alive and kicking amongst the young and avant garde Manileños.  As made obvious by the rise of small galleries, cafés, and “hipster” locales such as Cubao X and Bangkal, Makati, the new Manila is home to the artsy young urbanite, a creative individual dressed in graphic tees [...]

    When In Manila, the luxe life is at your fingertips — it’s why the term “Manileño” has always glittered with the promise of a glamorous urban lifestyle, whether it’s keeping up to date the latest fashions or snagging the most high-end gadgetry.   Philippine Fashion Week has been an integral part of this promise, delivering the best sartorial selections twice a year to the fashionable Filipino public.  Clothes, shoes, and accessories are put [...]

  DUN & BRADSTREET ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE DUN & BRADSTREET PHOTO CHALLENGE   Manila, 25 October 2011 – Dun & Bradstreet Philippines (D&B) is inviting all amateur and professional photographers residing in the Philippines to showcase their talent by submitting entries to the Dun & Bradstreet Photo Challenge. Entries may be entered under any of the following categories: Philippine Skyline, Famous Landmarks and Places in the Philippines, The Global Filipino Businessperson in Action, [...]

   When in Manila and looking for the perfect place to take your “Balik Bayan“ friends/relatives on a gastronomic adventure or wanting to introduce Filipino food to your foreign friend, once again, I got the perfect spot for you! I’m really excited to tell you all about this experience!     brace yourself for another food trip!     I know it seems  I’ve been taking you on a trip around the world these past [...]

  My journey as a foodie started in 2001, when I met a man I thought I’d spend the rest of my life with. We shared countless food trips, merienda breaks, midnight snacks and amazing breakfasts. I realized that these moments were more than just simple meals, but priceless memories of the different flavors of life.   I started documenting my food adventures (and misadventures) in 2008 (visit EATS A DATE) with my new baby… [...]

When in Manila and would like to take a break from our usual greasy Pinoy dishes, why don’t you try to go on a traditional Japanese style feast like what Frank and I did  this weekend? For our featured restaurant, we’ve chosen a very trusted establishment that has been operating for 30 years! OMG!! They must be cooking up really good stuff to last that long! Made me even more excited, I just couldn’t hide [...]

  When in Manila and looking for a quick cool treat to beat the heat, this next feature of ours is really worth checking out! Allow us to take you on a cool work break food trip at a place I recently discovered! The name… Caveman & Yeti and Chicken Park!       Ube Mungster     I recently developed a liking for cold treats, thanks to photo buddy Frank however, I really feel [...]

  When In Manila and you are looking for the perfect travel bag for your next photo shoot, then you might want to take a gander at Tenba’s latest bag collection the Vector line. Tenba is a very popular brand when it comes to bags catering to tech, from cameras to laptops and even entire CPU towers. The Vector line is specifically created with photographers in mind, from point and shoot photographers to professional photographers [...]

     How Do You Live a Positive Life?   When In Manila, if you think happiness is all about just having the best things in life come to you, then you’re probably the type who gets stressed out whenever something doesn’t go according to plan. You know what this means—stuff like, missing the train or the bus during rush hour, spilling coffee on your new shirt, getting a flat tire during a long road [...]