January 2019 marks the launching of the first and the only peer-to-peer car rental and tours mobile app in the Philippines. With ease and convenience in mind, DRIVE provides renters and car partners safe and secure transactions. All done in just a few taps at any given time of day. Piloting in Metro Manila, it’sContinue reading “From Zero to Sixty with DRIVE Manila”
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Philippine Sticky Delights: Kakanin at iba pa
A list of Philippine native delicacies as I travel the country.
Cainta, Rizal’s SumBingTik Festival
A relatively small municipality but the richest one amongst all towns in the Philippines, also the gateway to the East is the sweet urbanized suburb of Cainta, Rizal. Let’s uncover its humble history. And unfold their rich secrets, flavor-wise and business-wise, with their savory festivities.
The Supernatural Artsy Town of Angono, Rizal
A charming small town in the province of Rizal has some supernatural secrets. It is the home town of two National Artists and cradle of many amazing artists. Thus, the art capital of the Philippines. It might have been the air, or the natural surroundings, that give these artists inspiration to create masterpieces. Or moreContinue reading “The Supernatural Artsy Town of Angono, Rizal”
El Gaucho in Makati, Savor the Argentinian Steak
Fresh off the grill, El Gaucho Argentinian Steakhouse, the ”Latin Flava” now in Poblacion, Makati City.
Abramazing, At First Glance
A landlocked province with a rich history and untouched natural beauty make Abra an extraordinary destination. Yet it’s so underrated and still considered as an off-the-beat attraction. And as for personal experience, it’s very elusive.
Tagayan sa Quezon Province
Drinking is an old age tradition here in the Philippines. Whether to cap the night off or a grand celebration, we, Filipinos drink. There’s even an old practice of coming into a community settlement while drinking and it’s the tagayan ritual in Quezon province.
Gin Pomelo 101
Gin pomelo is probably the most popular cocktail in the Philippines. So popular a local band even turned it into an infamous song with the same title. But do we know its origin?
Sometime in Vigan, Ilocos Sur
A city preserved somewhere in time.
Top Eats in Vigan City
Walking around Vigan is very pleasing to the eyes, its streets boast intricate architecture, plus so much history. Yet, one’s curiosity isn’t the only thing that’s filled while in Vigan city, also your stomach! I’ve dedicated this post for your tummy needs while in Vigan!
