Earlier in my posts, I mentioned that one way of cooling down the body from the obnoxious 48 degrees temperature that we're having lately is Swimming. Another is something that I know all foodies, kids and families will enjoy- Eat cool stuff (literally and figuratively) at Molito Alabang's Cool Summer Festival!

Beacuse it's unusually too HOT these days, *CURSE YOU GLOBAL WARMING!* sometimes, all I really want to do is to get in a bathtub of cool water, or under the showers and just stay there all day long.


Or better yet, cool off with a purpose: A.K.A. get swimming classes!

I never did get the chance to go to a formal class, though I really tried to learn at least floating for the sake of my life. Because BIG and HIGH swimming pool slides really rock. Unfortunately, after coaching from friends who know how to swim, I still couldn't get what the hell am I doing wrong. I would be listening attentively, spending so much energy kicking and trying to swim, but I barely understood anything.


I guess it was fate who took pity on my situation and I got introduced to Streamline Sports Instruction. What's special about them is the fact that they teach the EFFICIENT way to swim- the type of swimming that lets your body flow with the water, and not rely on propulsion to move.

Who are these guys you ask?



Streamline Sports Instruction was established in 2014 as a swim coaching business with an expanding interest in triathlon coaching and multi-sport events. Streamline currently provides high quality swim instruction at venues around the Makati, Pasig, Quezon City, and Taguig area.

SSI caters to people of all ages - from infants under 1 year old to adults in their 70s, and of all skill levels - from those who would only like to conquer their fear of the water, to those who participate or compete in swimming and multisport events.

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I LOVE CHEESE. If ever I were to choose between Lovelife, Aircon or Chesse sandwich/food with cheese, I'd choose the latter. Why? Because I already have a steady lovelife, and I can always grab the electric fan or pamaypay to combat this hot weather. XD

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But if you're wanting for some authentic Gruyere, Appenzeller, Rachel and Emmenthal, the opportunity to sample some these wonderful varieties of cheese  and more is not something so easily done here in the PH, at least before these guys finally got their branches expanded and have come to the south of Manila.  Me is talking about Swiss Deli BF :The perfect place to get them!

PS: There is actually an awesome goat's milk cheese named Rachel from Somerset, England, named after an old flame of the cheesemaker. Not sure though if Swiss Deli really sells them, as I forgot to ask. ;)

Getting it on with the food, I was in cheese heaven the moment I went in, because what will welcome your sights is the available cheeses and sausages that they can also sell by the 100 grams. Yeah, I now have somewhere to frequent for my DIY pizza and grilled cheese cravings!

But here's what we had:

Let me just dig in to who I think are "The Stars of the Show" in Swiss Deli BF: Cheese Fondue(Below) and the Raclette Grill.

Their Cheese Fondue is made NOT of Mozzarella but of 3 different and authentic Swiss Cheeses, splattered with some wine for dipping to your heart's content, namely Gruyere, Appenzeller, and Emmenthal. These three cheeses, when mixed, gives this sharp and yet kinda delicate cheese fondue taste. I know that usually one would put mozzarella in theirs, but Swiss Deli doesn't, and believe me, it's SOOOO great! :3 #IAmInCheeseHeaven

May is upon us. Politicians are currently focused on mudslinging instead of letting us know their platforms, and what they can help for the betterment of our country. Heck, even the people are mudslinging and unfriending once facebook friends due to this.



My Opinion?

We need to stop and take a refresher. Look back and see if what we've even been doing is right. Watch a couple of things. Something relatable to what's happening to us in our lives and in our Country, Diyos-Diyosan. Then maybe afterwards some Captain America for more good vibes, yes?  ;) Anyways...


DIYOS-DIYOSAN is a socio-political/spiritual treatise that highlights the roots of the country’s current political struggles and economic hardships—the focus on money and power by its leaders.

Ever wanted to try out the stunts that you see in action movies? The Parkour moves that leave your mouth hanging and your eyes in wonder? Or have you wished a million times, to your dismay, to be bitten by a radioactive spider just to try out the stunts that Peter Parker can do with his web slinging and Free Running? Fret no more!



Ninja Academy is a gym and obstacle course of sorts. I got the chance to try out for myself what I've been reading and seeing in movies via this invite, and really, I didn't hesitate! I am always into pushing my body's limits, but the height matter was another issue. hahaha!


Robby Apelo is the owner of said Academy, and he started Parkour since he was 27 years old. Fast forward to 5 years later and now an expert on the craft, he blessed us newbies by opening up Ninja Academy, first in Pasig and now here in the south Manila- Las Pinas!

He explained that Parkour is really just normal body movement- running, jumping climbing, hence anyone can do it. As for me, I was skeptical at first, but after the whole session, I realized a few things:

Life is like a Morning Hike. Especially when you've targeted a certain time, say sunrise of 5:45 am, to reach the top. You'll have lots of obstacles, and the trail will have steep steps, muddy, or in the case of Mt. Yangbew, dusty paths. IT WILL NOT BE EASY. But just like having a goal in life, having focus and determination will get you there.

midway through the mountain trail and looking back

And yes, while I didn't get to the peak on time(late for around 5-10 minutes), I enjoyed the sights on the way up the summit of Mt. Yangbew. It is always important to stop and take a breather after all, and take each step of your journey in stride. Appreciate the sights, the way the sunlight creeps onto the mountain peaks.

Photographs are considered as integral part of man’s existence since its inception back in the 1800’s. A breakthrough that gave a portraitist and its subject time saving and an ease to a consistently excruciating pose to achieve such perfection of a desired imagery.

Capturing the precise moment.



Most of us may not know Lisa Gherardini, She is known as the lady who holds the title of the most parodied, most sung, most visited and the best known work of art in the world.


Her portraitist, is also known as an inventor, sculptor, architect, scientist, musician, mathematician, engineer, anatomist, amongst the long list of his designation. Leonardo Da Vinci, believed to have worked on his Mona Lisa between 1503- 1506. Finished it 1517.

In order for one to accomplish such perfection in imagery, one should have utmost creativity, passion and talent to produce a grand artful output.

Beauty and Talent can strike you a Home Run.

Nowadays one need not be a superb artist nor professional photographer to capture precious fambam moment, summer outdoor activities and amazing rendezvous, on or below sea level. Facilities offering extreme adventures such as Zip line and the likes are mushrooming everywhere. Active lifestyle is the in-thing that needs a gadget that corresponds and chronicles each memorable experience.

Cd-r King, Your one-stop media provider offer its patron, The Action Cam.

Check out this link for a test shot of said Action Cam.

Hi everyone! After all the excitement of traveling for the summer (and a whole lot of pending posts behind the curtains of this blog) I'm giving a bit of a break and giving you guys my review of the Etude House Drawing Eye Brow...



Etude house has been a favorite for most beauty junkies, because of the adorbs (okay maybe it's too sweet for some age groups) packaging and the awesome price tag. I can't believe that it's only now that I got to try these babies, and I wish I did it sooner. Ah well... On to the REVIEW!

Moms and food enthusiasts alike all love a great cooking show, where a chef or a team of chefs are going to take the heat in the kitchen. In the case of Kitchen Masters, not only are they battling things out on who's got the tastier food, but the ultimate goal is to showcase known Laguna ingredients as their focus. Kitchen Masters is expected to be a battle of culinary skills and strategies.



Last Monday, the cook off battle dubbed as Kitchen Masters was formally launched at SM City Sta Rosa. Five Laguna-based chefs face each other in a culinary competition built around specific theme ingredients.

I've been coming to Baguio ever since I was 2 years old for the summers. I thought that I had seen it all, and that the only new thing that I would get to appreciate is the Strawberry Taho and Strawberry Ice Cream that everyone's been crazy about lately.



Turns out I am very sorely MISTAKEN. So come with me, and let me take you to my journey of seeing Baguio in a New Light.

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First things first, when going to Baguio, you would need a place to check in for the cold nights, a place where you can snuggle and keep warm under the covers in the cool mountain breeze that Baguio brings. A place you can call not just your room, but your holiday haven, your Home, if you will.


Azalea Hotels and Residences gave us just that, and more. Located in Leonard Wood Loop, (a few minutes walk away from Teacher's Camp), location is great as it is quite near your usual city hotspots for checking out new restaurants along the area, and even clubbing and what not. Having a 4 star rating for being the first serviced apartment- hotel in Baguio City, Azalea Baguio has the right to boast about them being your holiday haven. ;)



We were welcomed with a very hearty lunch from their in house restaurant, Tradisyon, and they stay true to the motto of Pinoy Comfort Food.





We were served Ginataang Kalabasa and Okra, Stir fried Squid, Chiken Inasal, Pork Sinigang and the pahabol na Kare Kare.

After 10 years of entertaining young kids all over the world as a member of the Australian pop group Hi-5, Stevie Nicholson announced the launch of a brand new live production featuring the best loved characters from his book, Superdudes. A three-week promotional tour of the Philippines kicks off festivities for the historic World Premiere of the Superdudes stage show.

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Who are the Superdudes?



Superdudes is an introduction to a plethora of characters led by Super Stevie and his talented best friend, illustrator Nick “Pirate Pencil” Rudich. It captures the imagination of children in a playful and engaging way, and is based on the philosophy that absolutely anyone and anything can be super.


As a mom who not just let her kids grow with hi-5, but also grew up with them in my younger years, I can see the appeal of letting a child's imagination grow wild and encouraging them to believe that they by themselves can be super. That philosophy is a great empowerment for our kids.



Seeing superheroes fight crime with violence and weapons have been ubiquitous to generations of young and old, and the said concept of Superdudes gives them that encouragement that you don't need violence and weapons to be super awesome.

Yeah, it's true. According to the Department of Health (DOH), while the number of cases of cervical cancer is decreasing in developed countries like the United States, it is on the rise in the Philippines. And it's sad because Cervical Cancer is actually one of the most curable types of cancer, yet, it still ranks as one of the leading causes of death among Filipino women today.



Cervical cancer is commonly caused by the Human Papillomavirus. The HPV 16 and 18 viruses are commonly associated with the prevalence of cervical cancer among Filipino women. Risky sexual practices (condoms anyone?! ) , sexual intercourse at young ages, use of injectable contraceptives and even smoking are identified as the reasons for the development of this disease.



Though cervical cancer can be fatal if not caught in its early stages, it is very treatable and can easily be detected through a Pap Smear test. A Pap Smear Test or Pap Test is a simple procedure that tests the presence of abnormal cells in the cervix, lower part of the uterus which, according to doctors, is actually a very big help in bringing down cervical cancer cases.