Monday, September 18, 2023
Hello post-pandemic Japan! So lovely to see you again. :)
Tokyo is fun to visit in any season but summer can be daunting for those who cannot stand extreme heat and humidity. Well, I got a taste of the legendary Japanese summer last August even if I live in Southeast Asia and it's 30 plus celsius all year round. The summer heat in Japan is another kind of beast though. It is not as humid compared to the Philippines but it's a dryish kind of heat that gets one easily fatigued and exhausted. There were some places in my Tokyo itinerary that I was not able to visit due to the extreme temperature but I enjoyed staying indoors and sampling lots of yummy Japanese food and drinks. I hope to see Tokyo in much colder climes next time!
Can't go home without a Starbucks Tokyo espresso cup souvenir. This one doubles as an adorable snow dome.
The flagship stores of Ginza
The cute 3D calico cat at Cross Shinjuku Vision. You have to check out the cool drinks and cookies at the 3D cat cafe in the ground floor.
Not even the hot sun can stop the fun at Tokyo Disneyland
Stopping for vendo machine ice cream sandwiches at Shin-Kiba station on a 35C summer day
The pricey Maneki Neko cats at Mitsukoshi Ginza
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden on a hot summer day
Home of the Chiba Lotte Marines
Tokyo when it sizzles
Everyday is a bento feast
Cinderella's Castle at Tokyo Disneyland
The paper crane- an eternal symbol of peace
Miffy is so popular in Japan!
Stationery galore at Sekaido in Shinjuku
The drug and j-cosmetic wonderland that is Ainz & Tulpe
My fave Japanese dessert-Mitarashi Dango
The glitziest pedestrian crossing in Japan
Grab a cup of chocolate latte at the Nissan Crossing Cafe
Sunday, September 17, 2023
It's 60:40 o'clock!
If you're going to downtown Iloilo for any errands, drop by The 60:40 Cafe at Citadines Amigo for a good cup of Flat White and a hearty breakfast plate.
It took me a few minutes to ponder what time exactly is 60:40 (it's not even military time) since the cafe logo is a clock! It turns out 60:40 is a blend comprising of 60% arabica and 40% arabica. I'm a Flat White coffee type of person and this is the only coffee concoction I order in any cafe. Wow, the coffee is pretty good and the breakfast plate is decent and filling as well. I will definitely be back the next time I swing around the downtime area.
Happy weekend!
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| Thanks Pixabay! |
The 60:40 Cafe
Shopwise Amigo Mall (Citadines Amigo)
Corner Iznart Delgado Sts., Iloilo City
Store hours: 6 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
愿皎洁明月照亮你每一程，愿甜蜜幸福陪你每一程。
May the bright Mid-Autumn moon illuminate your every journey and sweet happiness accompany you on every journey.
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| Art by Vine Phan |
It's that time of the year for mooncakes. Get yours at Iloilo Supermarket. Mid-autumn breads and pastries are also available at Tinapayan Bakeshop.
Friday, August 18, 2023
Commuting in the City of Love is relatively easier compared to that of megacities. Despite a few traffic bottlenecks here and there you can still decently arrive to and from work in less than an hour if you live in the suburbs.The addition of modernized jeepneys or minibuses as I prefer to call them has indeed added a breath of comfort to an otherwise tiring commute. The buses are air-conditioned, have piped-in music (some even have TV) music and have fewer stops. Best of all, with the introduction of tap to pay Panay Card another layer of convenience and comfort has been unlocked. No more digging into your bag or pocket for loose change or taking out your wallet in a crowded ride. The last thing you'd want to happen if you're in a SRO situation is lose your wallet while on transit!
You can purchase a pre-loaded Panay Card for Php at the Festive Mall transport hub for Php 100. You can reload the card at the hub as well. It's easy to track your card balance as the receipt shows your remaining balance everytime you tap for payment. Easy huh?
For more info about Panay Card, visit their Facebook page. Tap the card. Take your seat. Enjoy the ride!
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
It's undeniably difficult to look for natural, organic, cruelty-free products in the local supermarkets. Most of the time, we are bombarded by ultra processed, over packaged goods that are not exactly environmentally friendly and good for our minds and body. Enter Simple and Whole, a beautiful place to find curated organic food, lifestyle and self-care products that cater to a healthful and more mindful consumption. If you visit SM City Iloilo, find time to visit this store which opened at the lower ground floor near Toby's Sports.
Here are some of the products worth checking out:
1. Buhay Ermitanyo's vegan cheese and spreads
2. Bach Remedy flower tinctures
3. Plant based milk
4. Besan and almond flour for baking
5. Eco-friendly stuff for kids
6. Four Sigmatic tea blends
7. Tsaa laya herbal teas
8. We Pure concentrated stevia drops for your coffee
9. Vegetable seasoning cubes and fresh herbs and spices
10. Lifestyle Gourmet snacks and chips
Live simply and truthfully. Stay simple and whole!
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