Video games are often seen as an escape from reality. Unlike books, films, and other forms of media though, video games allow the player full control of this alternate world. There are several genres to choose from, however, and it can be intimidating to decide just what might be the right fit....
Photos by NOEL PABALATE Chocolates are an indulgence almost no one can refuse. While chocolate was never a native product of the Philippines, as it was brought over from Mexico by Spanish colonizers, a steady chocolate industry has since grown on our native soil. In areas like Central Visayas, a...
Pride Month has always served as a momentous occasion for members of the LGBTQIA+ community to band together and show how proud they are of their gender identities. It’s a time the clamor for solidarity and inclusivity is at its highest. Locally, Pride is widely celebrated, reaching the peak of...
For years, Virgin Labfest has served as the creative playground for newbie and veteran playwrights, actors, and directors to work on their respective crafts. It prides itself as “an annual festival of untried, untested, and unstaged plays.” Now in its 19th year, the festival entitled...
Sisig has been a mainstay in Filipino cuisine. One of the earliest records related to the dish dates as far back as 1732, after an Augustinian friar defined it in a dictionary he was working on. At the time, it was described as a salad of sorts that utilized green guava or papaya, dressed in salt,...
A BURST OF FLAVOR. Pan fried Wagyu beef with black pepper and barbecue sauce Often, ambiance comes as a second thought to most when looking for good food. But there are times it can enhance the dining experience. Take, for instance, a visit to Marco Polo’s Lung Hin restaurant in Ortigas. Located...
Father’s Day is coming up, have you come up with any plans to celebrate with the man of the house? While celebrating Father’s Day can be as simple as telling your dad how much you appreciate them, it can also be a good time to bond and enjoy some activities together. For those of you looking to...
Images pulled from Fandom Wikis and IMDB Father’s Day is the day we show our fathers how much they mean to us. In the traditional sense, it’s an ode to the man of the house who brings home the bacon and keeps the family together. As we celebrate this special occasion, let’s train the...
Image by Freepik As we celebrate our 126th Independence Day, we are likely to see the numerous flags being waved and a countless flurry of “Proud to be Pinoy” posts on social media. It’s one thing to brag about being Filipino, but it’s another to actively participate in activities that help...
WEAVING MASTER Artisan Aida Damlail skillfully weaving a pattern on a Tausug fisherman's hat Independence Day is just around the corner. It’s one thing to say you love the Philippines, but why not go the extra mile and support the people keeping our traditional roots alive? Likha is an event...
SEASIDE FUN Style and comfort go hand in hand when coming up with one's swimwear getup Although the rainy season has come by in full swing, there’s no reason to call off any plans of heading out to the beach. After all, a beach getaway is still a rejuvenating escape no matter what time of the...
Images from BENCH | FACEBOOK ENHYPEN ALL-IN From left: Sunoo, Heeseung, Sunghoon, Jake, Ni-ki, Jay, and Jungwon K-pop has taken the world by storm. Just about anywhere you look, you’re bound to hear someone blasting K-pop tracks at full volume or see music videos being played on screens. Then...
