Author: Frankie Torres

Build Forward – Help Design a Stormproof Philippines   Build Forward   When disasters strike in Manila, a tragedy can feel rather immediate, like in the cases of Ondoy and Habagat.  However, when disaster strikes …

When in Manila, traveling light is…not an option.  With our busy lives, we usually have to carry a crazy amount of stuff–laptops, books, important papers, and, if you’re a girl, the assorted contents of our …

 When In Manila–when in the Philippines in general–you’ll probably notice that everyone’s a little bit more…substantial after the holidays, even a month into 2013.  Don’t laugh if you do–Filipino holiday food is the best in …

When In Manila, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city, it can be hard to imagine that at the heart of the central business district is an oasis of art and …

When In Manila, you are at the heart of the nation with the longest Christmas celebration ever.  Even past December 25, lanterns still burn brightly from every conceivable surface (and even a few inconceivable ones), and …

When In Manila, chances are you’re living a fast-paced lifestyle–why else would a planner become the must-have fashion accessory?  On weekdays, you’re probably dashing from appointment to appointment, and on weekends from errand to errand …

When In Manila, we can often forget that we are in a major city.  After all, Filipinos are notorious for being friendly and welcoming.  But while this is true, the fact is that most of …

When In Manila, especially if you’re in Manila right now, the theater scene is alive and kicking.  From 9 Works Theatrical’s recently concluded auditions, to the buzz on the CCP’s latest import, there are a …

When In Manila, especially when blogging for When In Manila, expect not only the unexpected to happen, but the inconceivable.  This was a lesson I learned on July 5, 2012.  As I was sitting in …

When In Manila, especially if a fan of fashion, you probably caught the shocking Season Three finalé of Project Runway Philippines.  With its delicious premise of four designers hitting the final runway–a first for PRP–the …