A Visit to Casa Loma (Old Castle in Toronto)

How would you feel if someone tells you that he wants your (his and your) house to be as grand as Casa Loma?Well.. if you haven't seen Casa Loma, you might feel giggly and blush-y.. but once you get to see and tour the "castle" (yes, it is a castle!), you would worry how you can keep the entire place clean and tidy.Welcome to Casa Loma! This blog is looong over-due, and might be the last entry for my Canada series.Here is an old picture of the castleSomething...

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Sunsilk Asks Me About the 25-Hour Challenge [Win a Trip to Palawan] + Giveaway

I opened my inbox one day and I was greeted by a note from Sunsilk asking me how would I spend 25 hours?I would probably just sleep! But that would be too selfish. It seems that I am given additional hour in a day to spend it wisely.I thought of flying to Europe but that would mean wasting 18 hours (Manila to Amsterdam for 14 hours, stop-over for 2 hours and another 2 hours to land to London). Besides, I am only given 25 hours not 25 million.So I...

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What Have You Missed at the First BDJ Box Beauty Social Event?

I am so looking forward to this long weekend. I need to catch up on sleep, catch up with friends, and catch the dust that is falling from the ceiling (my room needs some loving). But before I start with the broom and dust pan, let me first shared what you have missed last week during the first BDJ Box Beauty Social event.I was planning to go alone and meet up with one of my co-writers but I promised my mom that last week would be our bonding day....

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TGIFriday's New Menu and Stars Behind the Bar Tour

I might have previously mentioned in this blog that if there is one job that I wanted to do, it is to be a bartender in a local bar. It was a big dream when I was in College - to be a bartender in TGIFriday's. I wanted to wear those suspenders, cover my uniform with pins and wear the silliest hat, and probably sing Happy Birthday to guests.How fun it is to be paid for something that you love doing? It was a dream that was never realized. I ended...

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Samsung Digital Appliances

I think I will find myself in the Home and Living section of Department Stores after Samsung launches the new Digital Appliances product lines.Last week, Samsung revealed (amazing) product lines from microwave oven, to refrigerators and washing machines.It was an interesting event, as the host claimed that she is a yaya and her bosses are the Samsung brand Ambassadors - Tessa Prieto Valdes, Daphne Osena and Rissa Mananquil-Trillo. The Samsung...

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The Martys

Have you always wanted to be a rockstar? In my case, I just wanted to be a rockstar's girl. But seriously, my parents don't have a very nice story about a certain "rockstar". Anyway.. Back in College, aside from dreaming of getting your degree and diploma, we have this secret dreams that we try to reach, little by little, and so we joined groups. Cheerdance groups, bands, Photographers Circle, etc. You bet, I was part of the "newsletter" team.Last...

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See You at the First BDJ Box Beauty Social on March 24!

If you have not heard of BDJ Box, where have you been? I hope not in London, to visit the Queen. Because - I would be really envious!! Anyway, envious might be what the girls would feel if they haven't experienced the surprises of BDJ Box. BDJ Box was launched last December, and I am one of the few who received a very first BDJ Box. See my post here regarding the launch. Find me somewhere in this video.. ;)Those two are co-writers for www.wheninmanila.comAwesome!BDJ...

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Brandsfever: Online Store and Customer Service Review

Two years ago, when group-buying sites and members-only discount stores started opening in Manila, I have published a blog and compiled them all here. After two years (I think the link needs updating), I stayed loyal with my favorites - and one of them is Brandsfever. My first transaction with Brandsfever was hassle-free. I ordered online, paid through credit card and the item arrived at home. You can read the rest of the story of the first...

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Hauls of the Week: From Forever 21 SM Makati Sale

There is a pandemic in Manila. People, mostly ladies are hit. How would you know you have the symptom? If you found yourself carrying a yellow shopping bag. I saw alot in Makati yesterday, and on my way home, I am one of the victims. But I am a happy victim.Did I make you worry? Well, the pandemic is happening only until today, February 17th - it is Forever 21 Mad Sale in SM Makati and SM Cebu.I just couldn't resist. I used to do alot of shopping...

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Mister Donut Goes Japanese with Pon De Ring!

Pon De Rick and the whole Mister Donuts team invited me last Tuesday for an intimate dinner to let us taste the newest offerings of Mister Donuts. The event was held in the newly renovated Mister Donut Cafe in Greenhills. I remember staying in this place years ago - having coffee, donuts and fun conversation with friends after work.After so many years, I am surprised to see the store to have a more colorful, and livelier ambiance, and the menu offers...

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McCormick Bread Spreads

Our family always has a good relationship with McCormick. Even before I took up the course and worked with pots and pans at school, we always trust McCormick products for our spices and flavorings.Last year, I got invited to a McCormick event for the launch of the McCormick Bread Spread, but unfortunately, I wasn't able to go. The PR team is nice enough to advise me that they will send me samples of the new products for me to try. I have totally...

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Zalora Wish List: Orange

Summer is really ON! I find myself getting more and more attracted to the color - orange - probably because it reminds me of sun rays, and it represents youth, happy times and joy.I am browsing some stuff in Zalora.ph and collated my wish list - mostly in ORANGE!Click Read More to know why I am loving them now..Read more...

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What's in the Mail? Avon Anew Clinical PRO Line Corrector VIP Pack

When Mother Earth announced that Avon Philippines is giving away VIP samples of Avon Anew Clinical PRO Line Corrector, I set my alarm and signed up as soon as the site opens.Although I am not very experimental when it comes to beauty products, the thought of anti-aging and free samples excite me more than anything.So the package finally arrived last week. I love mails and packages!Click Read More to know more about the new product and how to get...

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Freeway's Spring Print Collection/Summer Collection 2013

Now I see florals, neons, nature hues. We don't have four seasons here, but we have adopted Spring and Freeway is happy to release its Spring Print Collection.The collection incorporates beauty of nature to produce young, fresh and youthful pieces. I personally enjoy dressing up with cool, vibrant and colorful pieces. I am forgetting blacks and basics for now.Always an innovative brand, Freeway started developing its own beautiful prints, influenced...

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French Man, Taboo and Emoticons

So now I am here at my room - my shoes, clothes and the walls of my room are watching me. I am typing with my chipped nail polish while worrying about my wiggly molar. Some websites say (and even "the substitute" dentist confirms) that it is normal.Normal or ordinary was not how I would describe yesterday. It was exactly one year, I boarded a plane going to Jakarta to meet (and live) with 9 other people from different countries. Yesterday marks an...

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Solo Online Summer Collection 2013

Seems like only yesterday when Pupung asked me to feature him on my site, as Solo was also looking for new models. Guess what, the winners had been named, and they are out to model the 2013 Solo Summer Collection.Derek Espinosa and Ganiel Krishnan. They are both 18 years old which makes me a little too old. Apart from modelling, Derek who is a business management student is active in sports sports like basketball, swimming and running. While...

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Congratulations to the Winners of Cream Silk Gift Packs!

Hello! Happy Monday Morning! I hope everyone had a great weekend.I would make it extra special to two of my readers and followers who won gift packs from Cream Silk! Of course, thank you to everyone who joined, shared, and followed/liked my blog. I am even more kilig when Heart Evangelista even re-tweeted the contest. Without further ado, (drumroll please..) Congratulations to:a Rafflecopter giveawayJello ManongsongCathlea MarceloYou guys won Cream Silk Gift Pack each.You may pick up the prize from the Makati Office. I will send you a note...

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Live, Laugh & Love at Opera Haus

Ever since I got to watch the Mama Mia show last year, I found this sudden interest and appreciation to musicals and plays. Especially that the Les Miserables movie hype is still on, you might find my thought bubbles floating with musical notes.So when I received an invite to watch the Live, Laugh and Love at Opera Haus, I immediately confirmed my attendance.The Opera Haus is located in Bautista, Makati. It was a challenge locating the venue,...

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Afternoon Tea at New World Hotel

What do you usually do in the afternoon? My afternoons are usually spent on bed. Thank you to the work schedule I have been following for 5 years.  I miss those days when my afternoons were spent at the mall, or in a movie theater (just because Mr/Ms. Professor didn't show up in the class). People nowadays still spent most of their afternoons in the mall, mostly coffee shop - to conduct meetings, meet up with friends, just have coffee, kill...

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