Photo by Kimia on Unsplash This October, Metro Manila will host two major Oktoberfest celebrations, blending Bavarian tradition with modern hospitality. One will take place in the South at Newport City, and the other in the North at Solaire Resort, both promising a memorable experience for...
Grab Philippines and motorcycle taxi company Move It are empowering their fleet of driver, delivery, and rider partners to attain a more holistic approach to health and wellness. Attendees availed of free check-ups conducted by various partners like EO Optical During the recent Health and...
SM Hypermarket’s Street Food Festival is back, running from September through October, offering food lovers a wide range of street food favorites, special promotions, and activities across select stores. Deals and promotions Shoppers can take advantage of various deals during the festival:...
Rosario Juan of Commune Cafe + Bar (Illustration by Angelo Manalo) Ros Juan's journey with coffee began long before she opened Commune—the cafe, bar, and roaster proudly serving Philippine coffee and Filipino comfort food in Poblacion, Makati City. From interning with her aunt during college to...
Carolina Macasaet, daughter of Melo’s founder, and her husband, Paul Macasaet, are set to open The Beef Bar at Molito Lifestyle Center in Alabang, with the grand opening on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. While they continue to operate Melo’s Steakhouse locations in Alabang, Quezon City, and BGC, the...
In light of the recent recognition, the Department of Tourism shares how delighted it is to hear that the Philippines is considered “as an idyllic and affordable tropical destination” by Australian travelers. This information comes from a recent article by news.com.au, citing the...
HOME SWEET HOME Helsinki, Finland, is a new homeport for NCL Europe might come off as an intimidating place for first time travelers due to its massive scale and multiple sites. What many might not know is how easy it is to tick these bucket list destinations via sea. Take for instance the 10 ships...
By JENNA SY Photos James Magsino GORGEOUS GETAWAY Sawang Beach at Verde Island Every day, hundreds of sea vessels embark from the Batangas International Port to all points in South Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. They can carry a laptop from Korea, agricultural crops from Nueva Ecija, or even...
Hong Kong continues to be one of Asia’s top destinations to unwind and spend the holiday season in. Although this raises the question for repeat travelers, what else is there to see in Asia’s World City? Here are a few places for those who wish to take the road less traveled by and find...
By Dr. Michelle F. Rodriguez Consultant, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology Specialist at Asian Cancer Institute, Asian Hospital and Medical Center When confronted with the thought of illness, our natural response is fear. This becomes even more unpleasant when we start thinking,...
If you’ve been around the city lately, you might have noticed something unusual—pink jeepneys popping up along busy routes. These vibrant jeepneys aren’t just eye-catching; they’re offering free rides on two routes: Cubao to Marikina and Monumento to EDSA Rotonda. What’s behind this...
When you think of gulaman, it's easy to associate it with summer desserts like halo-halo or sago’t gulaman—cool treats perfect for beating the heat. But gulaman is more than just a warm-weather staple. It’s a versatile ingredient that can bring comfort and delight no matter the season. As the...
