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* The articles you’ll find here are a culmination of my thoughts, experiences, and observations. They’re precious to me, so please, no copying or reprinting without[…]

food travel

Food Travel Chronicles: Exploring Culture One Dish at a Time

Food travel isn’t just about taste; it’s about history, tradition, daily life, and the stories behind every dish. As I journeyed across various countries beyond[…]

Terra Madre

A Feast of Earth and Soul: Terra Madre Spices Up Bacolod

In a city where smiles bloom as effortlessly as sugarcane in the sun, November 2025 brought something even sweeter to Bacolod: the first-ever Terra Madre[…]

Denny's Bacolod

Philippines’ First Denny’s with Pet Park & Kids’ Playground Set to Open in Bacolod

The popular all-American diner chain Denny’s is officially launching its most family-and-pet-centric branch yet in the Philippines as it gets ready to open its first-of-its-kind[…]

Megaworld’s Income Up as Office, Malls, Hotels Hit Double-Digit Growth

Property giant Megaworld recorded a strong net income for the first nine months of 2025 as it grew 14% to almost P18-billion, mainly driven by[…]

foodpanda

foodpanda Launches ‘PRO Weeks,’ Offering Up to 50% Off on Top Brands Across the Philippines

foodpanda recently announced the launch of ‘PRO Weeks,’ a limited-time savings event from September 1 to 15, offering exclusive deals and up to 50% off[…]

Lift

Bacolod City goes into Lift Mode in this Epic Unveiling

Coca-Cola Philippines has officially launched Lift, its vibrant new beverage crafted to fuel the energy, confidence, and boldness of today’s dynamic youth. Infused with Vitamin B3, Zinc,[…]

MassKara Festival 2025

Make Way for MassKara Festival 2025: The Smile That Lights Bacolod City

Feel the beat of the drums, the pulse of the city, and the flash of a thousand grinning masks under the golden October sun. Bacolod[…]

Waves: Currents of Bygone Time at the Art Cove

“Waves: Currents of Bygone Time” at the Art Cove

On a warm July day in Bacolod, the air inside the Art Cove of Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod hummed with quiet anticipation. Conversations fluttered[…]

Mansion de Bacolod

Mansion de Bacolod: Dining in a House That Holds History 

Have you ever dined in a place that seemed to whisper stories from the past? I’ve had the pleasure of doing just that and sharing[…]

The Quarter Chaophraya Bangkok

The Quarter Chaophraya and my riverside adventure in Bangkok

Under the moonlit night, I sat by the circular stone bench at the edge of The Quarter Chaophraya, watching the boats plying the Chao Phraya River.[…]

Staycation at Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod

Staycation Chronicles: Rediscovering Joy Close to Home 

In a world that often equates adventure with far-flung destinations and packed itineraries, there’s something quietly revolutionary about choosing to stay close to home. Recently,[…]

Hacienda Santa Rosalia in Manapla, Negros Occidental

Hacienda Santa Rosalia: A Journey Through Time & Taste

It was a crisp morning when we set off from Bacolod City to Hacienda Santa Rosalia on National Route 7 (N7). The highway was like[…]

Boodle Fight Feast

A Feast Like No Other: Experiencing the Boodle Fight in the Philippines

Long tables of a colorful spread over banana leaves rolled into Namit and Fuego Bar & Lounge in Citadines Bacolod City, setting the stage for[…]

Central Vietnam Hue

5 Days in Central Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An

Central Vietnam unfolds like a vibrant tapestry, weaving together history, culture, and natural beauty into three enchanting destinations: Da Nang, Hue, and Hoi An. Each[…]

Carpe Diem Beach Club Phuket, Thailand

Carpe Diem Phuket: Beachfront Bliss and Thrilling Nights

Uplifting beats greeted us as we stepped into Carpe Diem Beach Club in Phuket, Thailand, where masked ushers handed out vibrant cocktail drinks with flair.[…]

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