By Jinggoy I. Salvador Taipei. Search it once and the algorithm of the city’s best via the eyes of its creators will roll. Is Beitou in it? Perhaps it is, but chances are it’s for a day trip because of its easy accessibility from the city via MRT and bus service. But let me share why you should...
LAND OF ROMANCE Cypress trees grace the background of the couple's wedding at The Vineyard Commitment is a strange virtue. It’s a decision to turn your back on infinite possibilities so you can dedicate yourself to only one person, one out of legions of people at any given time, some of whom, if...
Illustration from Freepik As the ’ber months come in full force, the thought of taking a shower in the cold weather can feel intimidating at times. There’s the added step of having to heat up water or otherwise face the wrath of an ice-cold bath. As tempting as it is to skip the daily rinse,...
CLINICAL MATTERS With the explosion of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in everyday life, many people fear it is just a matter of time before AI takes over every single job that humans currently do. Already there are AI actors, composers, singers, and artists. Call centers are increasingly...
The holiday season should just be merry and bright but that’s unrealistic. With the joy and merriment the Christmas season brings to my heart, it is also the most physically exhausting time of the year. In major cities, we spend longer hours in traffic and we have to shop in...
In a country like the Philippines where celebrations often involve a hearty serving of social drinking, the morning-after experience of a hangover is all too familiar. Enter hangover pills, a growing trend marketed as a quick fix for post-alcohol misery. But what exactly are these supplements and...
This Christmas season, Kumori Philippines is adding a tropical twist to Filipino holiday gatherings with its festive offerings. The Merry Berry Jelly cake, a limited-edition treat, combines coconut chiffon, strawberry cream cheese frosting, and a tart strawberry jelly layer, creating a perfect...
At the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony are Okada Manila's top executives joined by special guests (from left): Alvaro Ramos, Assistant Vice President - Retail; Wendy Ni - Vice President, Strategic Marketing & Business Planning, Analytics; Department of Tourism Assistant...
NATURE'S JOY To Charmaine Lagman, trips to nature are an expression of gratitude Charmaine Lagman, along with her husband Mike, is a builder, a construction magnate with interests in information technology. On weekdays, her days are spent building structures of steel,...
REAL TALK Chef Fhred Batalona, flanked by chefs Rolando 'Chef Lau' and Jac Laudico International chefs and food enthusiasts often praise Filipino food for its unique flavors, characterized by an explosion of sweet, salty, and sour notes. Despite its distinctiveness, Filipino cuisine remains...
CHOCOGELATERIA The name is as mouthful as the sweet treats inside, a portmanteau of chocolate and gelateria Venchi, a storied Italian chocolatier and gelato maker founded in 1878, has opened its first store in the Philippines. In partnership with the SSI Group, Venchi launched its Chocogelateria at...
Makati City offers a unique charm for food enthusiasts, with its compact and walkable streets. Unlike the sprawling urban landscape of Quezon City, where commuting or driving is often a necessity, Makati's central business district, and its surrounding areas make it easy to explore a variety of...
