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!
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Don't you just love the warm sound of lofi music? The analog quality of this type of music always puts me into full on relaxation especially after a hard day's work. For the record, I do listen to select lofi channels on Youtube when I'm at work and it turns down the stress levels to oblivion.
Aside from the embedded video on top, here are other lofi channels that I'm super addicted to:
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Hello Singapore! It's good to be back in the garden city. Like what I promised myself several years ago, I'll go back to sunny Singapore when I get the chance as I miss this city so much! The COVID-19 pandemic stymied travel plans but now that restrictions have been lifted, I took time off from work last May to revisit and explore Singapore. May is the height of the dry season in Southeast Asia and despite the scorching heat and humidity, it is a lovely time to explore Singapore's signature indoor and outdoor attractions.
I love the early morning rainshowers and the warm and breezy summer evenings. Balmy tropical evenings are best for strolling along Singapore's Esplanade and Merlion Park. Stop for a cool, fruity drink or ice cream on your way home!
Cavenagh Bridge
Before heading out to enjoy Singapore's night time skyline, drop by Lau Pa Sat or Tell Ayer Market at Raffles Quay for delectable Singaporean street style food housed in a charming Victorian style food market building. There are also al fresco dining spots amidst smoky kebab and satay barbecue stalls. Getting a table is quite tricky though as this area is fully occupied all the time. If you're lucky enough to get a table, the dining experience gets doubly fun as you have a great view of Singapore's ultra-modern skyscrapers and busy night scape.
The Bugis Subway Station area
Getting around the city is easy with Singapore Tourist Pass. If you're in a hurry, taxi rides are convenient and affordable. Just remember the zip code of the area where you are staying. The taxi driver usually asks for the post code for faster navigation.
A must have for tourists! Get this ticket card at the airport to avail of hassle free, unlimited bus and subway rides.
We love Ya Kun Kaya Toast! Kaya Jam (sweet coconut spread) with butter is sandwiched together in toasted bread or French toast and dipped in poached egg. Washed down with retro style Yakun coffee, it's the perfect breakfast fare to start the day.
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The scenic Balestier area with its beautiful heritage buildings and traditional shops. There are hawker centers nearby and mini malls with upscale supermarkets and restaurants that cater to upwardly mobile condominium dwellers.
Singapore's version of the London Eye.
This is what we came for- the Avatar Experience at the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay and Tulipmania at the Flower Dome. The misty, cool atmosphere inside the dome was a welcome respite from the scorching summer heat.
Wandering around the Supertree Grove
One of the Michelin rated stalls at the Jurassic Food Nest Food Hall fronting the Supertree Grove area. Yes, the Biryanani was really good! It totally deserved its bib gourmand accolade.
At this point, I may have scratched out the Netherlands from my travel bucketlist. Who knew that tulips originated from Turkiye? Fascinating! It was the last day of Tulipmania and we were lucky to catch the last show. And oh, where will all these tulips go when the flower show is over?
The lotus shaped ArtScience Museum that is a few walks away from Gardens by the Bay. We headed here to see the Future World Exhibition, a Team Labs production.
The Helix Bridge or (Double Helix Bridge) is a stunning piece of modern architecture. It is the world's first curved bridge. It's more mesmerizing when lighted up at night!
After a pasta and pizza snack at The Shoppes, we headed to the Skypark Observation Deck, 56 storeys high to get an unencumbered view of the Singapore skyline.
All the degustatory patisserie and confectionery dreams at the depachika section of Takashimaya SG at Orchard Road.
The journey is the destination! We are talking about the Jewel Changi Airport which is a destination in itself and the vortex of everything cool.
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