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Philippine SIM Card 101
September 20, 2022

Philippine SIM Card 101

Here we outline the basic information about mobile networks to help tourists and expats make communication a breeze throughout their stay in the Philippines. A traveler SIM is recommended for a short-term stay while a regular SIM card is recommended for those staying in the country for a long period.   (Photo from www.yugatech.com) There are several mobile network carriers to choose from but let’s focus on the major networks Globe, SMART, and SUN. Pre-requisite: Tourists have to consult their carriers for their network handset to be unlocked. Foreigners looking for a long-term stay can opt to unlock their mobile phone in local mobile stores or purchase a cheap mobile […]
List of Philippine Hospitals
September 20, 2022

List of Philippine Hospitals

When someone is hurt or feeling something unusual in their body, private hospitals are within reach. Filipino doctors, as well as their staff, are very hospitable, and most of the facilities are top of the line. There are Help Desk personnel at the lobby of all hospitals, ready to provide assistance for medical examinations that you need to undergo. In the event of an emergency, anyone can call for help by dialing 117. This is like 911 in the United States. Consultation hours will vary between hospitals. As such, confirming first before going straight to the hospital may be necessary. Walk in patients are accepted. ★ Makati Medical Center Consultation […]
Arden Classic Inc
September 19, 2022

Arden Classic Inc

Looking for high-end, eco-friendly, and efficient products? Arden Classic brings you high quality furniture and accessories with remarkable designs and premium value. CLASSICAL. Arden Classic Inc participates in Manila Fame International 2012. Photo grabbed from Arden Classic Inc’s Facebook page. This designer and maker of fine furniture built by couples Arden and Jen Siarot in 1997 commits to bring world class designs and aesthetic that embody timeless beauty. The company, recognized with many prestigious awards has reached many big international clients such as Casa Armani and Neiman Marcus to name a few. The business, which started out to provide miniature furniture is now exporting handcrafted decorations and accessories to many […]
Vito Selma
September 19, 2022

Vito Selma

A young man carves a niche in the furniture industry as he goes away with natural materials and an aesthetic design to create a renowned masterpiece. Let’s take a look on the works of Vito Selma. ELEMENTAL. Wood is Vito Selma’s primary medium in his designs. Photo grabbed from Vito Selma’s Facebook page Natural elements comprise Vito Selma’s work, which has made him tuck a number of accomplishments in the field of industrial design under his belt. Selma has been featured in numerous local and international publications for his exceptional works in his furniture line. Wood is the building block of Selma’s compositions, which has constantly been utilized to produce […]
Nature’s Legacy
September 19, 2022

Nature’s Legacy

Green innovation is one of the most important facets that the eco-sustainable brand Nature’s Legacy has. Through the business’ innovative local craftsmanship, it takes center stage as one of the best global manufacturers here in the Philippines. NATURESCAST. Nature’s Legacy takes pride of its exquisite products known globally. Photo from naturescast.blogspot.com Pete and Catherine Delantar, a married couple, started this business in 1996. This manufacturer of garden accessories and home furnishings hails in Compostela, Cebu, which is considered as the furniture capital of the Philippines. Nature’s Legacy is also known as one of the frontrunners of the Stone Casting industry. Aside from that, the company is also known for its […]
Art n Nature
September 19, 2022

Art n Nature

Indigenous. Natural. Inspiring. These three words sum up what Art n Nature is all about. GO LOCAL. Art n Nature produces locally made products that they promote through the trade shows they join in. Art n Nature is a manufacturer of natural home decorations based in Cebu. The company is composed of a team of manufacturers that aim to promote sustainability through the use of natural materials. With its entrepreneurial mindset, the team is able to produce creative and innovative ideas which have helped boost its productivity to a higher standard. ART N NATURE PRODUCTS. The company produces basketwares, decors, and other handicrafts made of local materials. Established in September […]
Serving a Jolly Nation: The Jollibee Success Story
September 19, 2022

Serving a Jolly Nation: The Jollibee Success Story

Jollibee is arguably the most successful and iconic Filipino brand of all time. The country’s home-grown fastfood chain is well-loved not only for its food but for the happy experience it gives to its customers, something that is deeply-rooted in the local Filipino culture where eating is something to be enjoyed with family and friends, and being jolly is a way of life. Its tagline ‘Bida ang saya’ (A joyful experience is our main offering) tells us that Jollibee is that happy place where one can savor a crispy chicken with joy, hence the name Chickenjoy! Known to foster Filipino values, Jollibee has become the favourite destination of kids and […]
Paseo de Santa Rosa
September 19, 2022

Paseo de Santa Rosa

The ultimate outlet haven. Paseo de Santa Rosa is a retail and lifestyle complex of five buildings. It is a large mall that offers a myriad of local and global brand outlets along with dining and leisure spaces. It has made Santa Rosa a lifestyle destination south of Manila. There are over a hundred shops you can choose from. During weekends, it features mini-concerts and events perfect for families especially kids. Also great for sweet deals shopping, many stores here offer up to 50%-80% discount.
Bikes Per Minute
September 19, 2022

Bikes Per Minute

Go green! Roam around Nuvali on trendy bikes. Bicycle rentals are available. Nuvali promotes sustainable living in an eco-friendly environment and as such, it comes as no surprise that biking around the green town is encouraged. Here, particularly in Solenad 3, you can find a bicycle rental shop called Bikes Per Minute where you can rent a bicycle with a helmet for an entire day for P1000. An ID card is required for those who want to rent. Perfect for biking, the roads in Nuvali are amid lush greens and natural charm. They are also safe and well-kept. So go ahead and feel the fresh breeze on your face as […]
A Guide to the MRT, LRT and the PNR
September 19, 2022

A Guide to the MRT, LRT and the PNR

A considerable majority resort to using the rapid mass transport system, which are the MRT (the Manila Metro Rail Transit), the LRT 1 and 2 (Light Rail Transit), and the PNR (Philippine National Railways) to navigate in and out of Manila.
Lady Scott Jones
September 19, 2022

Lady Scott Jones

French-style furniture shop Lady Scott Jones is an online intercontinental lifestyle store that offers tables, cabinets, shelving, seating, accessories, and other collections with exquisite and regal designs. This fashionable business is founded by sisters Maricar Lopez Tiangco and Pam Gonzales Lopez who both share the same passion and interest in interior design. Lady Scott Jones is defined as a lady of charisma, audacity, and elegant taste. She represents classics that are relished in foreign culture and art. The online shop’s owners aim to share their combined enthusiasm, curiosity, and ingenuity through the presence of their brand. They guarantee quality and value from their creative strengths, professional skills, and fondness for design and […]
Breastfeeding-Friendly Malls in the Metro
September 19, 2022

Breastfeeding-Friendly Malls in the Metro

Being a mom with a baby is not an easy feat especially if you are right in the middle of shopping in any of Manila’s busy malls. But did you know that having a sanitary, safe and private breastfeeding area is a requirement for local establishments? This is in line with the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009 which was signed into law in 2010. By Kristen Wong via Wikimedia Commons In this post, we outline some of the country’s best breastfeeding areas in malls. Greenbelt 5 Family Lounge – located at the 4th floor of Greenbelt 5, the Family Lounge is a private area where parents can leave their kids with their nannies […]
Villa Immaculada
September 19, 2022

Villa Immaculada

(1-2) Sample set up at Villa Immaculada (3) Chicken Barbeque. Villa Immaculada does catering services c/o Tamayo’s (4) The entrance to the event space A sister company of the popular Tamayo’s Catering Services, Villa Immaculada is one of the most preferred venues within Intramuros as it is located at the back of the Manila Cathedral. They can accommodate 300 or more persons, making them the largest event venue in the area. Because they can cater to a number of guests, Villa Immaculada has parking spaces right outside the building. They also give packages for different types of occasions, most especially for weddings.
Major Malls in Metro Manila’s Key Cities
September 19, 2022

Major Malls in Metro Manila’s Key Cities

Filipinos’ love for unwinding, shopping, and dining brought about the surge of mall developments in the country especially in the metro’s key cities. Add to that the Filipinos’ penchant for entertainment and leisure activities or simply hanging out with friends and family that these malls provide a venue for, malls have really become part of the Filipino lifestyle. The malls’ cool air-conditioning is also one of their main crowd drawers especially during summer when the heat is almost unbearable and people flock to the mall to chill. The malls vary in sizes and retail mix but all share the same vibe – a modern lifestyle experience that’s available for all. […]
Lucky Chinatown
September 19, 2022

Lucky Chinatown

Lucky Chinatown is a 5-storey luxury mall which opened in 2012. More than 100 stores carrying hip and popular brands from other major malls in the city can be found here as well as high-end Chinese restaurants, shops selling Chinese delicacies, cinemas and a supermarket.
Dragon Phoenix Enterprise
September 19, 2022

Dragon Phoenix Enterprise

Bring good luck into your life with Dragon Phoenix Enterprise Find different kinds of feng shui products and good luck charms here. Also available are crystals and stones. They come in various sizes and are usually used as ornaments or accessories like bracelets and pendants. They also offer feng shui services “to check the locations of your house or business area and help improve them” and “to know your personal lucky directions, colors , business , etc.”  
Bee Tin Grocery
September 19, 2022

Bee Tin Grocery

Find the ingredients for Chinese cuisines at Bee Tin Grocery One of the grocery stores located along Ongpin Street. It mainly sells Chinese-made food products. It is well-stocked with ingredients for Chinese dishes, such as dried fruits, mushrooms, spices, seeds, seaweed and seasonings.
Milan-based Rimadesio Opens Store in Manila
September 19, 2022

Milan-based Rimadesio Opens Store in Manila

Italy’s Rimadesio, the style innovator that provides elegant living space solutions has reached Manila as it recently opened its first Philippine store in Bonifacio Global City Taguig. Rimadesio produces systems for sub-dividing environments and for the architectural definition of internal spaces – doors, sliding panels, shelving units, walk-in wardrobes and a collection of complementary furniture. The launch had no less than Rimadesio President and CEO Davide Malberti as the guest of honor. The Milan-based establishment started in 1956 and has since been recognized as a reputable, high-end brand of impeccable design both in form and function. Under Malberti’s leadership, the company went global in 2009 and has continued to serve […]
ENTER THE THEATRICAL HORROR ATTRACTION ‘BAHAY TRESE’
September 19, 2022

ENTER THE THEATRICAL HORROR ATTRACTION ‘BAHAY TRESE’

Knock. Enter. Survive. – Experience the closest encounter with the spirits that linger inside Bahay Trese (13th House), a haunted house with address number 13, believed to be the playground of unappeased spirits from the Japanese occupation era. As they say, always check your new home; it might have a dark history living with it. Eerie History Bahay Trese had a rather eerie historical inspiration says PETA Artistic Director Ms. Maribel Legarda, who spearheads the conceptualization and direction of the attraction, the undocumented Friday the 13th, in a period of daily massacres that happened during the Japanese occupation in February 1945. “We googled the Massacre of Manila, which is something […]
Stanford Shaw Brewing
September 19, 2022

Stanford Shaw Brewing

All hail, Ginger Ale! Ginger + lemon = one refreshing tongue-tickling delightful experience! That’s what you get from Stanford Shaw’s Ginger Ale. Brothers Marc and Johann first brewed their delicious concoction in 2013. Marc initially tried to make milk tea, but was not so happy with the outcome. Their mom then lent him a beverage cookbook, which she bought 30 years ago. While perusing through the book, he came across a delicious looking recipe for ginger ale. Fast forward to 2015, Stanford Shaw’s Ginger Ale is now a staple in Metro Manila’s hottest weekend markets. Stanford Shaw’s Ginger Ale at the Salcedo Market Best served chilled, this delightful drink is […]