Staple canned sardines have and will always be present in every Filipino household because of its affordable price and convenience. Although always looked down upon by some people, sardines are surprisingly one of the healthiest food that you can easily get your hands on. According to Dr. Willie T. Ong from his Philippine Star article “Are sardines healthy? You bet!”: Some people look down on the lowly sardines. It’s cheap, it’s canned, and it’s the poor man’s diet. Hence, it’s easy to conclude that sardines are not healthy for you. However, medical and nutrition experts agree that such is not...

  Looking for a safe and instagramable dining places? Worry no more! Here’s a list of al fresco dining places that you shouldn’t miss.   The Podium   Photo from www.primer.com.ph Photo from www.ph.asiatatler.com   Alluring the mall goers with its dining area by the garden, The Podium has what it takes for a romantic date and aesthetic decoration. Located in the heart of the busy district of Ortigas, The Podium caters a luxurious yet relaxing vibe in its al fresco dining area at the top most of its building.   Sky Garden in North EDSA Photo from www.imaginegreen.org  ...

2020 is not your usual year. The COVID-19 pandemic changed everything about life as we knew it. All our planned trips and events were pushed back due to the Enhanced Community Quarantine, which took place last March 16, 2020. Aside from that, we also felt the burden we collectively faced, from job layoffs, businesses closing, and people falling ill to the dreaded COVID-19. But even if this year was bleak and dismal, we still discovered ways to make a living and to enjoy. If there's one thing that united us together, it's none other than FOOD. Whatever happens, Pinoys will...

We are only a few sleeps away from Christmas day. And in the Philippines, it’s the most awaited and exciting season of the year. Filipinos are so keen on celebrating Christmas day that they start preparing early. We are already putting up Christmas decors as early as ‘ber’ months start and very eager to complete nine days of Misa de Gallo. And aside from being busy preparing gifts for our loved ones, Filipinos also get busy deciding on what food to serve  for the Noche Buena, or the midnight dinner before Christmas day. And to help you decide on which...

  Christmas in the Philippines will not be complete without the annual Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), whereas the Philippine cinema is celebrated by featuring different local film entries on cinemas nationwide for Filipinos to see. It’s been a tradition for most families in the country to go out and see movies every holiday season. And the good news is, despite the pandemic going on in the country this year, 2020 MMFF will push through by screening selected film entries virtually. The 2020 MMFF in exclusive partnership with Globe, announced the much-awaited lineup of films for the 2020 Metro Manila...