A piece of Saigon in Bacolod
Sipping a hot soup of beef with rice noodles, cilantro and mint, I can’t help but allow a bowl of pho to transport me to[…]
Negros Forests and Ecological Foundation: Nature in the City
I’m entering my 12th month as a returning resident of my hometown, Bacolod City, in Negros Occidental, Philippines. I’m beginning to feel as if it’s[…]
A Nostalgic Visit to Sta. Fe, Bacolod’s Iconic Resort
It has been years, maybe a decade or more, since I last visited Sta. Fe resort. As I entered the now more modern look of[…]
First-time in Kuya J Resto
When you happen to be in the Philippines, you’ll definitely hear the word “kuya” a lot. It means big brother, but it is also used[…]
First-time in Orange Karenderia
The good thing about visiting – or, in my case, settling back in –Bacolod is that you will never run out of restaurants to try.[…]
Intraspec’s 20th year at Metro Inn
One of the first things I did when I went back my home city of Bacolod is to join the Negrense Blogging Society, Inc. where[…]
Cafe Uma and Trattoria Uma
When you’re in Negros Occidental, the “sugar bowl” of the Philippines, where vast sugarcane plantations meet your eyes as you hit the road, you’ll consistently[…]
Tom N Toms Coffee: A Touch of Korea in Bacolod
Who would have thought that a South Korean brand will arrive in the quiet city of Bacolod and give a jolt to the already vibrant[…]
First-time in Imbiss
If you happen to be in Bacolod and you want to go German-style, there’s a great place for you to dine in. Literally means “snack”[…]
Iloilo: A Neighbor Beckons
Old buildings and heritage houses, the sweet delicacies, the sweet-natured people, the sing-song language — there are so many things that Bacolod City shares with[…]
Healthy Buys at the Organic Market
Ever since I covered the Negros Island Organic Farmers Festival in 2014, I have become more exposed and more aware of the great benefits of[…]
My Papal Visit Experience
The first month of the year 2015 is a great kick-off for the Visit the Philippines Year. January is full of festivities, and religious celebrations,[…]
My First Christmas Party with the Negros Bloggers
The microphone has been passed and it was my turn to belt it out in the videoke. Good thing I was surrounded by enjoyable and[…]
Who’s flashing the Hot Now sign in Bacolod
The neon light has finally come into life and the “Hot Now” sign is now turned on. Yes, the most awaited moment has arrived! Krispy[…]
The best of Negros at the SMX launch
SMX Convention Center finally had its formal opening to set the stage for a more vibrant MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibition) sector in the province[…]