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“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber

Casa Gorordo: An Ancestral House in Cebu City

Cebu is fast becoming as progressive as Metro Manila, yet a few kilometers away from the giant malls lies a house that stood witness to the city’s growth. Casa Gorordo, … Continue reading

August 28, 2014 · 2 Comments

Casa Gorordo: An Ancestral House in Cebu City

Cebu is fast becoming as progressive as Metro Manila, yet a few kilometers away from the giant malls lies a house that stood witness to the city’s growth. Casa Gorordo, … Continue reading

August 28, 2014 · Leave a comment

Ironman 70.3 Cebu

Two weeks ago, I flew out from the rainy, depressing streets of Metro Manila for a sporting event. Cebu welcomed me with the radiant sun shining and a festive spirit … Continue reading

August 17, 2014 · Leave a comment

From Mariquina to Marikina

Last Sunday was the culmination of the week-long Cinemalaya event. Cinemalaya is an annual festival dedicated to independent filmmakers, often featuring new artists and socially-relevant topics. It was also the … Continue reading

August 15, 2014 · 1 Comment

BGC Food Series: Greeka Kouzina

Finally, it was time to say goodbye. On my last day of work, my friends and I dined at the famed restaurant Greeka Kouzina, located at SM Aura. Though I … Continue reading

August 9, 2014 · Leave a comment

BGC Food Series: Basty’s

Basty’s may be the only restaurant featured in this series that my friends and I often go to. I promised to try new restaurants, but since we dined here in … Continue reading

August 6, 2014 · Leave a comment

BGC Food Series: Stacy’s

How can any girl forget Stacy’s? It’s not your typical restaurant – it’s your doll house come alive. Little girls and young-at-heart females would surely reminisce their childhood as they … Continue reading

August 5, 2014 · Leave a comment

BGC Food Series: Early Bird Breakfast Club and Slice

Early Bird Breakfast Club Maybe it’s because someone from abroad brought the concept here in Manila, or maybe it’s due to the sudden increase of Filipinos now working on graveyard … Continue reading

July 26, 2014 · Leave a comment

D.I.Y. Ilocos: Itinerary and Expenses

Call me and my friends crazy, but we explored Ilocos in just a weekend! The schedule was really packed, but we managed to squeeze everyone’s wishes into the itinerary. Since … Continue reading

July 6, 2014 · 10 Comments

Ilocos: A Love Triangle of Food, History and Adventure

Many times, I find myself doing something I never thought I would do. Despite my love for travel, I’m not the most adventurous person out there. Adrenaline rush doesn’t always … Continue reading

June 29, 2014 · 1 Comment

Up, Up and Away in Ilocos Norte

Just a few weeks after our Batad adventure, my friends and I forged another trip before summer became officially over. Our varied interests made it difficult to pick one destination. … Continue reading

June 19, 2014 · 2 Comments

BGC Food Series: Jozu Kin

The sweltering heat of Manila finally took its toll on us and we finally decided to eat somewhere closer to the office. Burgos Circle was our destination, but since we … Continue reading

June 8, 2014 · Leave a comment

BGC Food Series: Órale! Taqueria Mexicana

After a meal at Wildflour and a trip to Batad, we decided to give our wallets some rest by forcing negotiating with Mimie for her to treat us before leaving … Continue reading

June 5, 2014 · Leave a comment

D.I.Y. Batad: Itinerary and Expenses

Going to Batad wasn’t the easiest thing to do, yet it’s one of the most rewarding ones. Not only had this trip been one of the cheapest weekend getaways I’ve had, … Continue reading

June 1, 2014 · 4 Comments

Local Encounters in Batad

“Give Me Back the Menu.” Exhausted from our day’s trek and underwhelmed by the food served in the restaurant of our guesthouse, we decided to give a different inn a … Continue reading

May 30, 2014 · 2 Comments

Batad: Trekking to Tappiya Falls

Though tired from our morning trek down to the village of Batad, we had to move our asses back on the road. It’s been raining every afternoon according to Bernie, … Continue reading

May 22, 2014 · 10 Comments

Batad: Trekking to Tappiya Falls

Though tired from our morning trek down to the village of Batad, we had to move our asses back on the road. It’s been raining every afternoon according to Bernie, … Continue reading

May 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

We finally made it to Batad!

It was way back in December of 2012 when my friends and I began contemplating on visiting Batad, one of the clusters of rice terraces hailed as a UNESCO World … Continue reading

May 18, 2014 · Leave a comment

We Finally Made It to Batad!

It was way back in December of 2012 when my friends and I began contemplating on visiting Batad, one of the clusters of rice terraces hailed as a UNESCO World … Continue reading

May 18, 2014 · 4 Comments

BGC Food Series: Wildflour Cafe + Bakery

The first stop on our BGC Food Series was Wildflour Cafe + Bakery, one of the hottest places to dine in the metro in 2013. It’s always packed, with customers waiting by the … Continue reading

May 11, 2014 · 2 Comments