By JELLYN GUECO Only a few days to go before Valentine’s Day and if you’re still solidly single, you might be feeling hopeless thinking you’re going to be all alone again. While there’s nothing wrong with embracing self-love and celebrating this day alone, some of you might be looking for...
Zenaida Rustia Tantoco It was a shock to hear of Zenaida Rustia Tantoco’s passing. I have only recently learned to call her Nedy, on her request. It was quite a challenge to wean myself off the tendency to always address her formally, calling her Ms. Tantoco. Nedy was a force for good. Being the...
I enjoy staying at home for long periods at a time. I have my routine. I have my study with all the various materials and tools for various arts and craft projects, the computer, internet, phone to keep me in touch with the outside world, delivery service for replenishing of supplies. In fact, I...
A BRIGHT CELEBRATION People flock to Binondo in Manila on Friday, Feb. 9, during the eve of Chinese Lunar New Year, to participate in the celebrations of the upcoming Year of the Wooden Dragon. (📸Arnold Quizol/MB) While Chinese New Year is a timeless tradition celebrated far and wide, not much...
A NIGHT OF SENSE AND SENSIBILITIES Guests were treated with an entertaining and captivating evening that touched on all their senses Hello, Dragon! What have you got for me? I’ve read conflicting reports, but I have faith in what my feng shui guide, my fortune guru, my career adviser, my friend,...
After the trailer for Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender dropped, the popularity of the Nickelodeon animated series grew once more. Fans have been quick to share their favorite scenes and excitement for what’s to come. For those unaware of the series, Avatar:...
Can you remember your earliest memories? Do you remember when you would create imaginative worlds as a child during playtime? Even if those days are long gone, the ability to imagine never leaves. No matter how old you get, you’ll still have a spark within you to create or build upon ideas...
By JACQUELINE LUCERO In the vibrant history of Philippine culture, the celebration of Chinese New Year stands out as a captivating blend of tradition, festivity, and a harmonious fusion of two rich cultural heritages. The annual event, also known as “Lunar New Year” or “Spring...
When we watch certain movies, old memories are easily whisked down our way as we put ourselves in the shoes of the characters. It could be that they’re facing problems we’ve faced before or we place ourselves in their position to take in the story. Several filmmakers over the years have managed...
For Valentine’s Day, surprise your spouse with a special sushi Valentine Roll—or send it to someone all alone as a gift for a red-letter day. Considering that the Day of Love falls on Ash Wednesday, it also serves as an ideal alternative for those who wish to go meatless. With this in...
A staple offering at food joints inside cockpits in many parts of the Philippines is “Soup Number Five,” which is more popularly known in Cavite as “Bat and Balls” after its main ingredients—a bull’s penis and testicles. The dish is very popular among the mostly male cockfight regulars,...
Chinese New Year marks a special occasion when families gather and celebrate the start of the lunar new year. It’s also a splendid time rife with Chinese rituals, beliefs, and delicacies. How many of you have asked your Chinese friends for that box of tikoy? But perhaps more important on Chinese...
