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JT's Manukan Grille

JT’s Manukan Grille: Serving Delicious Food The Ilonggo Way

The moment we stepped into the newest branch of JT’s Manukan Grille at Megaworld’s Northill Parade in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, the air wrapped around us like a warm embrace.[…]

Lanai by Fresh Start.

LANAI by Fresh Start: A Relaxing Natural Dining Experience

LANAI by Fresh Start opened its doors to the public on December 8, 2021, and although I wasn’t able to visit on that day, I[…]

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity Philippines’ projects in Negros

Having worked with non-profits during my career, I want to dedicate some space here in my site for the good works they are doing, especially[…]

Negros Occidental

Living La Dolce Vita in Negros Occidental

A trip to Negros Occidental can be summed up in one word: Manamit! It means yummy, flavorful, appetizing, good taste, delicious and so much more.[…]

Air Asia

AirAsia’s new route: Manila-Bacolod

There are more reasons to fly and visit Bacolod City and the various towns and cities in the province of Negros Occidental as AirAsia, the[…]

Balsa River Cruise

First-time in the Balsa River Cruise and Floating Restaurant

A sumptuous lunch. Beautiful scenery. Fresh air. Lovely birds. All these you can enjoy at the Balsa River Cruise and Floating Restaurant right after the[…]

Negros Occidental

Negros Occidental: Ready for the World

As a single entity out of the over 3 million population in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines, it may seem that there’s nothing much[…]

Negros Occidental

Places to visit in Negros Occidental

I’ve said this time and again. The good thing about living in an archipelago, with over 7,000 islands at that, is that the beach can[…]

Danjugan Island

First-time in Danjugan Island

First things first. Danjugan Island is not a resort. Let’s get that elephant off the room so we can go straight to describing what this[…]

The Festivals of Negros Occidental: a fusion of color

Negros Occidental, a province located in the Philippines, is renowned for its vibrant and diverse festivals that offer a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural[…]

Seda Hotel

Seda Capitol Central: A New Hotel in Bacolod City

Bacolod is seeing the rise of a new hotel in its locality. With the promising financial development in Western Visayas, Seda hotels, homegrown brand of[…]

Bones and Belly: Breakfast till Dinner in Bacolod

You’re a traveler and you are arriving in Bacolod during the morning on an early day, or you are a local who needs to have[…]

Mudpack Festival Mambukal

Fun Mudpack Festival 2017 in Mambukal Resort

Mambukal Mountain Resort in Brgy. Minoyan, Murcia, Negros Occidental, Philippines is one of the gateways to Mt. Kanlaon and has been a favorite destination of[…]

Jitaku Private Resort: In the Heart of Bacolod

Who would have thought that right at the heart of the city of Bacolod, there is a private resort where you can have a family[…]

A Taste of Italy at Chef Carmine Restaurant

The province of Negros Occidental in the Philippines is a food lover’s haven. And tucked in the City of Talisay is a restaurant that serves[…]

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