Getting Your "Abs"

Developing the abdominal muscles is one the hardest among all fitness goals. It takes a lot of dedication, patience and hard work to do it. However, once you see your abdominals showing up, it really is worth it.

Burger King in Timog Avenue in Quezon City

Today, we drove once again to Timog Avenue in Quezon City to have our breakfast in Burger King. Whenever we go to BK, we always order the Whopper and the Classic Steakhouse Burger and of course for our dessert the Hershey's Apple Pie. 

Texas Roadhouse Grill

Texas Roadhouse Grill is one of our favorite restaurants in Ortigas Center. We frequent this place almost weekly. We love their salads, sandwiches, fish fillet, Jessie James sampler, Santa Fe nachos, wraps, pork belly and of course the pork hock. We also love their dessert. We also love the service that they provide. Staff are always friendly and attend to our table all the time.

Dog Workout on the Treadmill

Dogs, like us, need exercise too. They need to be walked on a daily basis especially if they live with us inside our condos or inside our houses. 

However, because of our busy schedules, most of us don't have time to do this. Our dogs then become fat and sickly. 

There is one alternative to this. A great workout on the treadmill!

Walking on a treadmill takes a lot of patience and caution as your dogs might be scared of the machine or they fall off or get injured. Unless you are so sure that your dogs will behave and will have a good walk on the treadmill, please do not attempt to do this. However, if the dogs are behaved, both you and your dogs will have fun working out together!

See this video of our friend with her babies!

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Lingayen Capitol Building: A Must See

Originally built in 1918 by American architects, the capitol building of Pangasinan was destroyed in World War II. It was rebuilt in 1945 to it's original splendor and continues to serve as the provincial capitol today.

"Bwakaw" Heads to the Oscars!

“Bwakaw,” a film topbilled by the much awarded veteran actor Eddie Garcia, is this year’s entry to the best foreign language film category in the Oscars.

Quiznos Toasty Subs in the Philippines

This evening we went to Quiznos in the Fort. The American toasty sub chain just opened Wednesday and is located in Parkade One at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig City.

Ballroom Dance Professionals for Australia

AUDITIONS TOMORROW 

 RT STUDIOS

Unit 7 Valencia St, Valencia Hills Commercial Complex, New Manila, Quezon City, Philippines

(02)726-669 (02)723289

DON'T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY!!!

QuickSteps School of Dance in Adelaide, Australia 

Requires Highly Experienced Male Ballroom Dancing Teachers

Guard Strikes Dog with Golf Club

I was watching television last night in the gym when I saw the report about a security guard hitting to death a dog in a university. I researched some more and I found this article from Interaksyon.com

"Pasalubong" from La Union

According to wikipedia, “Pasalubong” is the Filipino tradition of giving a homecoming gift. Literally, it is a Tagalog word meaning “(something) meant for you when you welcome me back”. It is one of the most distinct and widely practiced of all Filipino traditions. Pasalubong can be any gift or souvenir or a delicacy brought for family, loved ones, friends, coworkers after being away for a period of time, after a short trip or vacation or going to a province or a foreign land.

In La Union, we stopped by to get some pasalubong. As we were looking for some delicacies, we found this line of huts of garlic, different kinds of dried fish and squid, "bagoong" or fish sauce, "basi" or rice wine, brooms and "ube" yam. 

Surfing in San Juan, La Union

San Juan, La Union is one of the famous surfing places in the Philippines. It is a 5 hour drive from Manila by car and up to 7 hours bus ride. We are not surfers but because my niece is coming from California for  her Christmas vacation, we explored the area and scouted for places for her to stay. 

Puerto Del Sol in Bolinao, Pangasinan

Puerto Del Sol is one of the best resorts in Bolinao, Pangasinan. It is a 5 and a half drive to get there. Picturesque as it may seem it is not at par with what the website has told us.

Know Your History: Martial Law Declaration

Today is September 21. To all of us Filipinos, it is very memorable date because it marks the date when President Marcos declared Martial Law in the Philippines. 

Gangnam Style Pinoy Style

The power of the internet is so strong that any music video can be remade by anybody. The Call Maybe became sensational in just a few weeks all over the world. 

Now a new video craze has been out and has been in the number 1 slot for weeks now. Of course, the Philippines has to be follow with the current hype:

The New Apple iOS 6

Apple's new iOS 6 is something exciting new for iPhone and iPad users owners. The company introduced a more capable Siri, FaceTime over 3G, new Maps (removed Google maps), better mail and a host of other, smaller refinements.

The iOS 6 is only available on beta model for developers – iPhone 3GS and above, the iPad 2, the new iPad and 4th-gen iPod touch will be powered by iOS 6. It is claimed to be the most advanced mobile operating system in the world.

Please watch this video and decide if it really is worth the wait!

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www.hongkiat.com
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Tags: iOS 6, iPhone, iPad, Apple operating system

Marriott Hotel Manila

We always have a Sunday lunch buffet in Marriott Cafe in Marriott Hotel Manila. One time, instead of driving out of Manila, to get away from our daily life stress, we spent one Saturday night in the Hotel itself, booked ourselves a room and just relaxed the entire day and night.

Breaking News: Trillanes Vs. Enrile on the Senate Floor

Watch then you decide.

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Tags: Philippine Senate, Trillanes walks out, Trillanes withdraws from majority, Trillanes and Enrile, Trillanes and China, Trillanes and Scarborough Shoal

Battling Rope

Battling rope, battle rope or combat rope is a gadget used for conditioning and strength training. As a fitness professional, I use it as part of my cardiovascular endurance training and circuit training. 

Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa

Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa is a posh beach resort in Panglao Island in Bohol, Philippines. It is one of the prettiest and of course one of the most expensive resorts in the island of Bohol.

From the airport, a shuttle will pick you up and in 30 minutes of site seeing around the City of Tagbilaran, you will reach the beach resort in Panglao. You will then be welcomed with garlands and fruit drink by the staff in the reception area, where you can also book your other activities during your stay in the resort.

Regine's Boutique and RT Studios

My dear friends Regine Tolentino and Lander Vera Perez are inviting all of you to visit their shop, Regine's Boutique and RT Studio in Quezon City.

Attached is their flyer with their services and contact information:

Credits:
With permission to post from Alexander Vera Perez and Regine Tolentino

Tags: Philippine Boutique, Regine's Boutique, RT Studios, Philippine Gowns, manila Gown, Manila Costumes, Philippines Costumes, Philippine dance, Manila dance Studio, Philippine Dance studio

American Idol Season 11 in Manila

I was an avid fan before. I was cheering for Jessica Sanchez, of course. Voted most of the weeks for her so won't be eliminated. For hours using our Vonage phone, I kept on dialling and promoted her numbers on facebook so she could just win. Well, the rest is history.

Now that she is here in the country for the American Idol Season 11 tour to do a series of concerts and shows, I was hesitant to go and watch. I guess the fever was over for me but for the rest of the Philippines it is not over yet. I heard the shows have been sold out and throngs of people definitely will line up for them. Like the AI Season 10 fever last year, the Filipinos are waiting once again for the coming of their Idols, even not for Jessica. I know there are Philip fans too and because Filipinos are loving people, they won't care if Jessica just placed second behind Philip. What is important now is that they will be seeing all their Idols right here in the country.

For me, the fever subsided a few weeks after the show. I will be waiting for my next fever, maybe if Jessica will release her single soon or when season 12 airs once again. But for now, let the country celebrate the coming of the American Idol Season 12 finalists and let them scream at the top of their lungs once again!

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Tags: American Idol Season 11, American Idol Manila, American Idol Philippines, Jessica Sanchez Manila, Jessica Sanchez Philippines

Finding Beauty Using Macro Photography

Sometimes the most beautiful things can't be seen by the naked eye. Sometimes, one has to get a camera and zoom in to a very small object to capture the tiniest detail that we normally don't see.

Macro photography for me is fascinating. Although I am no expert, and still am practicing, there are so much things to learn and enjoy!

Kamana Sanctuary Resort & Spa

One weekend, we looked for a place to relax and our friends suggested that we should try out Kamana Sanctuary Resort & Spa in Subic Bay in Zambales. Because it was a long weekend we booked a villa for 3 days and 2 nights there.

LTO Car Registration Renewal

Today, we had our car registered again. In the Philippines, car registration is scheduled based on the last number of the plate number. Our car ends with 9 so it is due this September.

We went to LTO in Kapitolyo, Pasig for our annual registration. First we went to the Emission Test place inside where they tested our car's emission and paid P430 for it. Then, we went and paid around P950 for the insurance.

Are You Buying the New iPhone 5?

Three weeks ago, Globe Telecom emailed us and asked if we want to pre order Apple's iPhone 5. My iPhone 4 and Jeffrey's iPhone 4S really need a replacement now (well, more for me), so of course we ordered for both us.

iPhone5 was hyped once again during its press release last September 12, 2012. Many has been predicting that it will be the greatest selling gadget of all time. Just last year, iPhone 4S came out which was identical to iPhone 4 that came out a year before it. It will be out on the market on the 21st of September, and here in the Philippines, maybe end of October or even November of this year.

Discovery Country Suites in Tagaytay City

Last week, we decided to have a quick trip to Tagaytay City, in Cavite. This place is a one and a half drive from Manila, well depending on the traffic. It was a weekday, so we were thinking that the hotel would be deserted and we booked immediately after lunch time, packed our things and left Manila.

From Ortigas Center, we were on EDSA in no time, then took the South Luzon Expressway- Skyway. We didn't take the Sta. Rosa exit as we knew that traffic would be bad there because of the jeepneys and tricycles. Instead, we took the Greenfield Exit past Sta. Rosa and headed towards Paseo de Sta. Rosa mall, were we turned left towards the Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Road.

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I am a Filipino living in Manila, Philippines. I am a traveller, a reader, a food enthusiast, an adventurer, a movie fanatic, a shopper, a photographer, into health and fitness, pet lover and into electronic gadgets.

I created this blog to give information, tips, news, events, reviews about anything that would interest everyone in this mysterious world that we live in.