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Which Starbucks Traditions 2026 Reward Should You Choose?

This year’s Starbucks Traditions collection stands out for its quiet elegance—stylish, balanced, and created for all kinds of personalities. Once you complete 18 drinks, you can claim one of these exclusive items until January 7, 2026. Many stores run out before the holidays wrap up, so it helps to begin collecting soon. You may choose from the following: 1. 2026 Siren Planner with Carrier The … Continue reading Which Starbucks Traditions 2026 Reward Should You Choose?

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family, foodie

Snapshots of a Short Summer Escape

A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog about how to make your summer memorable as a family. This trip? It might not be the most epic adventure out there, but for us, it’s definitely one for the books. We didn’t travel far. No airport lines, no overnight bags, no detailed itinerary. Just a simple plan: spend the day exploring a few spots in Manila … Continue reading Snapshots of a Short Summer Escape

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foodie, RESTAURANT REVIEWS

A Phoa-nomenal Evening

Yesterday was Zaki’s JS prom. We brought him and his partner Bella to school, and since we also had to fetch him afterwards at 11pm, we decided to kill time at the mall. We chose to have dinner at Pho Hoa /My Thai, thus the Phoa-nomenal title. Lol. It worked, right? Our family not only loves Mexican food but is also passionate about Vietnamese and … Continue reading A Phoa-nomenal Evening

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favorites, FOOD FINDS, foodie

Trying Out Randy’s Donuts

My sister always had a knack for discovering delicious food and always influenced me to try them. So I gave in and tried Randy’s Donuts. My brother-in-law- her husband works on-site in Makati twice a week- became our errand boy ( sorry, Tito Ed!) The donut is huuuge and filling. A little back story about Randy’s Donuts:Established in 1953, it has become an American icon … Continue reading Trying Out Randy’s Donuts

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discovery, FOOD FINDS, foodie, motherhood, parenting

A Weekend Escape

As school looms on the horizon and city life grows ever more stifling, our kids yearned for a getaway. Amidst the recent blow to our finances from school fees, the prospect of an expensive vacation seemed daunting. But the children’s hard work at school deserved recognition, so we planned a modest overnight trip to Tagaytay, instead of the more costly beach excursion to Zambales they … Continue reading A Weekend Escape

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A Hidden Gem In Bulacan

We typically celebrate occasions at SM, so we have many food choices. But lately, going to the mall has become so challenging with the influx of people and difficulty securing a parking spot.  So when my two pretty sisters-in-law celebrated their birthday yesterday, they chose a different location. They had their birthday at Hofu, the Japanese restaurant of Hotel Savano. Hotel Savano is the hidden gem … Continue reading A Hidden Gem In Bulacan

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