Tag: reviews

VIDEO: Quarantine Diaries – Mendokoro Ramenba at home

On March 16, 2020, Metro Manila and the entire Luzon area in the Philippines was placed under a “enhanced community quarantine” (ECQ) Ramen certainly tops my list of comfort food. When in Metro Manila, Mendokoro Ramenba in BGC, Taguig City or Makati City is the one I go to for ramen. Sadly, the quarantine due to… Continue reading VIDEO: Quarantine Diaries – Mendokoro Ramenba at home

A Fuji Rock First Timer’s Report, Day 1

Fuji Rock 2018: Day 1

Arriving in Yuzawa We arrived in Tokyo a day before Fuji Rock 2018. We took an express train from Narita airport to Tokyo Station; I also noticed some train station advertising, and then we hopped on the Joetsu Shinkansen line to Echigo-Yuzawa Station. After all that’s been said about how intimidating trains in Japan could… Continue reading A Fuji Rock First Timer’s Report, Day 1

My Top 10 Decathlon Finds (with Pricing!)

Decathlon Philippines

Cali and I paid a long-overdue visit to the Decathlon store in Alabang. Originating from Europe, Decathlon is one of the biggest sports retailers with multiple outlets in the world. It has found its way to our little corner of the world last year, bringing along their own brands such as Aptonia, Quechua, Domyos, and a host… Continue reading My Top 10 Decathlon Finds (with Pricing!)

Tweets from UXPH 2018 – Navigating Design Crossroads

AELOGICA Design at UXPH 2018

Been so excited to attend UXPH 2018 ever since I found out my company was sending its designers to the conference. Held on May 26 and 27, 2018 in The Globe Tower, Bonifacio Global City, UXPH: “Navigating Design Crossroads” was strategically split into 15 to 18 sessions that highlight both user experience theory and application. Sharing here… Continue reading Tweets from UXPH 2018 – Navigating Design Crossroads

CycleHouse Indoor Cycling: Bringing The Outdoors Indoors

Schwinn Bikes at CycleHouse Indoor Cycling

Nestled in a quiet corner inside Elorde Boxing Gym, CycleHouse Indoor Cycling is perfect for Ortigas / Kapitolyo / Pasig folks who are looking to sweat on a bike but are unwilling to struggle in the heat of the sun. I used to run trails on weekends. I always felt a little queasy seeing mountain bikers… Continue reading CycleHouse Indoor Cycling: Bringing The Outdoors Indoors

VIDEO: Authentic Indian Fare At Om Indian Kitchen?

Butter Chicken at Om Indian Kitchen

Off the top of my head, I could name 3 Indian restaurants where I would revisit again and again with no questions asked. Om Indian Kitchen used to be in my top 3. That is not to say that those other restaurants are better. Indian food is not an easy cuisine to appreciate (and even… Continue reading VIDEO: Authentic Indian Fare At Om Indian Kitchen?

VIDEO: Four-Course Dining At Foo’d by Davide Oldani (Manila)

Pork Two Ways by Davide Oldani

Foo’d isn’t read as “food” – it’s “foo-doo” Award-winning chef Davide Oldani brings to Manila pop cuisine that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. I’m not going to lie – fine dining is way at the bottom of my list of things to try, so this “affordable luxury” business appeals to me. Here’s what… Continue reading VIDEO: Four-Course Dining At Foo’d by Davide Oldani (Manila)

Discovering Tea In The Unlikeliest Of Places

Pu-erh tea at Yixing Xuan Teahouse

Singapore for me will always be museums, concerts, and getting ridiculously hammered with friends in the cheapest places we could find that hung a “happy hour” sign. I was young, hungry, and eager to discover. My thirst for discovery didn’t stop at new music or art. Singapore was where I found tea. Wandering led me to Chinatown… Continue reading Discovering Tea In The Unlikeliest Of Places

R.O.X. Outdoor Guide: High Altitude Survival By Stuart Leonard

Mountaineering with Stuart Leonard

A sizeable section of the hike that Cali and I are doing late this year will be done in high altitude. When we found out that an accomplished alpine climber was going to be in town to do a talk, we just knew we should go. Stuart Leonard is your mountain man Stuart Leonard is an… Continue reading R.O.X. Outdoor Guide: High Altitude Survival By Stuart Leonard

Eat Fresh Hong Kong Street Food Favorites!

Crispy fried noodles

Eat Fresh Hong Kong Street Food. This little restaurant in Banawe, Quezon City serves some of the best, easy to appreciate Asian food in the area. From its name, it may look like your average Chinese restaurant. They serve their version of well-loved Southeast Asian cuisines as well, like the crowd favorite laksa and clay pot… Continue reading Eat Fresh Hong Kong Street Food Favorites!