When in Manila and with a big appetite, head on over to the newest buffet place in town, Buffet 101! Make sure you wear a loose shirt and stretchy pants because, trust me, you are going to add inches to your waist!    I’m not going to type much as I believe that a picture is worth a thousand words, haha. So with that being said, I hope you guys enjoy the shots!      [...]

  When in Manila and would like to detach yourself from the stresses of city life or looking for a romantic weekend getaway with your significant other without doing serious damage on your pocket? Let us recommend a place where you can once again re-connect with nature and find that piece of peace which you deserve!   Brace yourself as we take you to the historical island of  CORREGIDOR!!     another journey awaits!     [...]

    WhenInManila and craving for some Korean food, get up and visit KBOP Quick Korean at the Venice Piazza Mckinley Hill. KBOP offers quick Korean food at an affordable price. Being a self-professed KPOP fan, I cannot help but get excited about a place called KBOP. Not to mention that I LOVE Korean food!      It was my first time to visit the Venice Piazza. It was still being developed but I can see [...]

   When In Manila, you need make sure that you never ever let a day pass by without finding one way, big or small, to make that day special!   WhenInManila.com in cooperation with Jollibee now hopes to do just that! For one whole week…. for seven days…. we will be spreading our firm belief that Everyday Deserves a Sundae!     From Dec 12 – Dec 18, we’ll be giving out a bunch of [...]

  When in Manila and among the countless hard working yuppies like Frank and I, I’m sure you’d agree that we all deserve a break  and be rewarded for all our efforts!  It’s normal for people like us to dream about going on a weekend getaway or spend hours inside the spa however, if you don’t have the  luxury of time (and money) to do so, let us share to you one sure way to [...]

  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…’WALK THIS WAY!‘ Yes, walk your way to Carlos Celdran‘s world-famous tour  of  ’Intramuros’ in Manila.  Celdran gives guided tours of the old walled city of Manila, the Intramuros, and people throng to him, following him like he is the ‘Pied Piper’ of the Philippines !! He sings the National anthem of the Philippines with his hand on his heart (and boy, he’s a pretty good singer!). The tour begins….       [...]

    When in Manila and craving for the refreshing and exotic flavors of native Vietnam? Come and experience ZAO Vietnamese Bistro with its blend of traditional flavors and textures combined with the freshest produce, meats and seafood, you will surely be satisfied without feeling the guilt.   Why is Vietnamese cuisine such a hit? Is it because of the fresh ingredients? The variation of  refreshing herbs and spices? The combination of fruits in their dishes? [...]

  Thanks so much to our friends from Selecta Hershey’s for dropping of a couple of pints of their new Christmas flavored ice cream!     It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas with Selecta Hershey’s Heath Ice Cream   When In Manila, there’s that familiar feeling again. Have you noticed how the nights are getting colder but the people seem so much warmer with the innate feeling of cheerfulness and that jolly old [...]

  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 [...]

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 and you have an intense craving to satisfy your sweet tooth, then I recommend for you to try out the cupcakes from Sweet Patti Cakes. It’s also perfect if you’re looking to treat yourself after a stressful week or for doing something fulfilling. I had my taste of the delicious gourmet cupcakes one Tuesday afternoon when I set to pick out the box of delectable goodies during my lunch break.     [...]

  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, its very easy to get lost in the hustle bustle of the city and the monotonous everyday cycle of the metro. Having spent virtually all my life traipsing around the city, I believe that every now and then we really should let loose and indulge our senses.   Enter Pinwheel Productions, an art PR/events management team. In so many words, Pinwheel’s Patricia Malay explained to me that art need not be [...]

  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 and having a party with friends, running out of booze can become a bit of a problem. Nobody likes to be assigned to do beer runs when in the middle of a great time. But luckily, none of you won’t have to go out thanks to Drunk Dial Delivery!   Drunk Dial Delivery is a late-night alcohol delivery service that.. you guessed it.. brings beer and all kinds of liquor to your [...]

    When In Manila, and in search for food worth your money? Want to not just eat but have an incredible dining experience for you, a companion or even your family? With almost fresh out of the water catches to imported ingredients, Studio Kitchen in  Alabang can let you experience opulence at its best.     Located at the heart of Alabang, Commerce Center building is a newly constructed place in Commerce Avenue. I’m always in Alabang since [...]

  One of the best ways that I could start off a great morning is by having a freshly brewed cup of coffee that I can enjoy with my breakfast. Wouldn’t it be great if you can make the same goodness of coffee bought from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (CBTL) stores right at home? Now you surely can. CBTL is introducing their very own Single Serve Beverage System that you can own for [...]

  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 and you’re having a craving for authentic Italian cuisine that’s more than just your usual pizza, spaghetti and lasagna, then I highly recommend that you try out Casa Nostra at Eco Plaza. Since I haven’t been in Pasong Tamo Extension for a few years, I was a little surprised to find a modern commercial complex there. Eco Plaza is just a little way off The Sterling Place, trust me you won’t [...]