Jul 12, 2018

How To Be a Hopeful Romantic Instead of a Hopeless One

Have you nearly given up on finding that one great love but know that he or she is out there? Do you tend to ignore the chances that are there? Have you folded your arms to accept that lonely fate?

Feeling the loneliness, you may have started to think that you may never find a mate and have stopped trying. So, to not appear desperate, you may try to accept the fact that being single is great when deep in your heart, it is not.

You Deserve A Mate

There is no need to feel lonely anymore. There is a way to find that special someone who is also looking for love. It is possible to meet the right person when you decide it is time to check who is out there. And, to do so, you must get communication lines open. So, unfold those arms and grab the chances that offer hope, as one can always be a hopeful romantic instead of a hopeless one.

Pen Pal Upgrade

Decades ago, many developed long-lasting relationships by having pen pals. It was a long and slow process to develop a relationship that way as the correspondence was via snail mail. To find a pen pal, one would get access to the database of the ones to write to by joining a free or paid club.

Nowadays, with the dawn of the Internet, there is hardly anyone who writes letters to correspond via snail mail anymore. It is no longer possible to join those kinds of pen pal clubs as those have been replaced by other online mediums. One of the best alternatives that today’s world has for us for finding the right person for you is to join an online dating site.


Like-Minded People

Looking for the right one is easier since like-minded people also go on dating sites. That aids greatly in eliminating the ones who are not interested in a relationship or are just not available. The various dating websites are for different kind of relationship seekers. Some might just want to get a hook up while other sites are exclusively for those who are serious. These kinds of sites filter the available partners to cater to the requirements of their members.

As you might have experienced before, investing in someone who isn't really into long-term relationships is a big waste of time and effort, it also can be emotionally taxing. So much time may have passed with failed relationships and you deserve a new chance. But going out to bars and other places might no longer be the right thing to do, as you might want to keep a new and blossoming relationship private.

Ability to Choose

They say that there is a lot of fish in the ocean, yet you do want the chance to be able to select the right one for you. Dating a lot is a good idea but not just anyone will do. You might want to get a sneak peek about how the person looks like, how their point of view is, and other things like what they want in a relationship. It is also may seem difficult to find a selection of available dates - unless you use a dating website.

Get Yourself Out There And Explore

As we get older, we might be without a partner for many reasons to include being widowed or divorced. It might have been too long a time since you had someone to call your own. It is not too late.

There is a free dating site for those who are looking for true love. The right companion might be just found by using at the tip of your fingertips. You don’t really have to pay an arm and a leg to find love in your life. There is no need to pay to find your true love as there are many free online dating websites.

You may think that setting up a profile on a dating website and putting yourself out there may be extreme, but the results may surprise you. Be hopeful. Think positive.

Taking that first step and go for it as it might be the opportunity that you ignored which would help you find the one you have been dreaming about. Don't hesitate and see what's out there. You'll never know unless you try. Don't let go of this opportunity. Isn't it about time to stop being lonely? 


Join a free dating site now











Jul 9, 2018

Wedding of the Century


Wedding of the Century at City Century Mall Makati City, Philippines - Last June 30 to July 1 2018, soon-to-weds and guests were invited to experience a one of a kind bridal fair that was held in the Century City Mall Events Center along with a showcase of creations from Edwin Uy, Dave Ocampo and Chynna Mamawal.



Called Wedding of the Century Bridal Fair, guests and soon-to-weds were face to face with the top caliber wedding suppliers in the country to make planning easier for couples that are about to tie the knot. From Venues, to wedding cakes and even caterers - Wedding of the Century treated the attendees like royalty and offers services that does not come with a hefty price tag, along with giving discount to those that will book on the fair itself.


 As highlight of the whole event, on June 30th guests were able to see the Fashion showcase of wedding gowns and suits for interested couples that will tie the knot from designers Edwin Uy, Dave Ocampo and Chynna Mamawal that showcased the different bridal gown trends today for brides and grooms-to-be to choose from. From the simple and delicate to a more glamorous style, brides-to-be were at awe with the designs showcased in Century City Mall's Wedding of the Century. Brides-to-be were also able to experience a make up session from the Hair and Make up artists present in the venue and can book there for their upcoming wedding!

Food tasting from Le Chef by Chef Billy King which guests were given a scrumptious food spread of wedding themed entrees and desserts that would make you feel the love given in making the occasion more special.

Wedding of the Century Bridal Fair was such a success with all the couples and guest that attended and joined us in Century City Mall that we hoped you can join us again at the Century City Mall.

Image credits: Cristine Gonzalez, blogger, Today Online

#WeddingsOfTheCentury #CenturyCityMall

Here’s a directory of the wedding suppliers for your reference:

LIGHTS AND SOUNDS

AUC INC.
0917-138-2229
abbybanaresco@yahoo.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/AUCinc/

FILMS, VIDEOGRAPHY AND PHOTOGRAPHY

VISUALS BY ALAZ
(+63) 917 112 5566
visualsbyalaz@gmail.com
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/visualsbyalaz
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/visualsbyalaz

MARCO CONSTANTINO
09052130411 / 09778363258
j316.marcoconstantino@gmail.com
Unit 1, 2nd floor, No. 24, Paz Street Morning Breeze Subdivision, Caloocan City, Philippines

TIME CAPSULE: ART HOUSE PRODUCTION
09950158015 / 09151096924 / 09264523236 / 09173668913
Timecapsuleahprod@gmail.com
FACEBOOK: @TcartProd
INSTAGRAM: timecapsuleph

SLAM PRODUCTION (also offers Bridal Makeup Packages)
0977-8535181 / (02) 6176792 / (02) 5880590
info@slameventproduction.com
www.slameventproduction.com
SNAPCHAT, TWITTER & INSTAGRAM: @slameventprod
FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE: SLAM Event Production

PHOTOBOOTH

PARTY STUDIO MANILA
252-45056 / 09175408575 / 09055669790
thepartystudiomanila@gmail.com / thepartystudiomanila@yahoo.com
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/thepartystudiomanila
INSTAGRAM: @thepartystudiomanila

PHOTO STRIP PARTY BOOTH
09179936105 / (02)2524056
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/photostrip.partybooth

WEDDING RINGS

MATUS
+02 706 5391 / +63 998 564 8349
infomatus@gmail.com
www.weddingrings.com.ph
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/matusrings
5th Level Mega Atrium, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City

PARTY VENUE AND CATERING

LE CHEF by Chef Billy King
0917-8370609 / 0918-8990609 / (046) 419-8190 local 127 / (02) 779-5590 local 127
vanessa.briones@lechef.cc / minette.morana727@gmail.com
The Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club, Southwoods Avenue, Carmona, Cavite 4116 / No. 1 Villonco Road, Sucat, Parañaque, Muntinlupa City

PLAZA IBARRA
922-6868 / 413-0706 / 374-8354 / 374-8355 / 0998-9881336 / 0906-2601336
bqt_plazaibarra@ibarraspartyvenues.com.ph
www.ibarraspartyvenues.com.ph
FACEBOOK, PINTEREST & INSTAGRAM: @ibarrascatering
TWITTER: @ibarras_party
77 Timog Ave., South Triangle, Quezon City
Other Branches: Quezon Ave., Quezon City • Malate, Manila • Tagaytay City (411-5529 • 522-9999 • 986•1107)

CITY GARDEN GRAND HOTEL MAKATI
+63 2 888-8181 loc 1214 / +63917-5723486 / +63 2 554-3421
banquetsales@citygardengrandhotel.com
www.citygardengrandhotel.com

MAKEUP AND SKIN CARE

CRÈCHE Skin Care Center (for Bridal Rejuvenation)
09178786048
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/crecheskincare
2113 Anonas St. Corner Rd. 5 Brgy. 628, Sta. Mesa, Manila 1016

MAKEUP BY ROSE PEDAYO
02-9789801 / 09060679175
pedayoroselyn@gmail.com
FACEBOOK: make up by rose pedayo
INSTAGRAM: rosepedayohmua

HANNA PECHON Professional Makeup Artist
+63-917-507-9564
info@hannapechonmakeup.com / hannapechon@gmail.com
www.hannapechonmakeup.com
INSTAGRAM: hannapechon

AILEEN MAY Hair and Make-Up Artistry
09477789438
aileenmayespiritu@gmail.com
FACEBOOK: Aileen May Hair and Make Up Artistry
INSTAGRAM: aileenmayhairandmakeup
1600 Int. 8 J. Fajardo St. Sampaloc, Manila

WEDDING COORDINATOR

4:13 EVENTS PRO
0975-365-8093 / (046) 489-5498
marvintulawan@gmail.com
FACEBOOK: 4:13 Events Pro

AMORE DE FLEURPH
02-5074535 / 09989925157
amoredefleurph@gmail.com
FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM: amoredefleurph

SAMNICE WEDDING AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT
0928-2998-421 / 0906-5366-182 / 0918-2623-384 / (02) 986-2942

WEDDING CAKES

SWEET CRAVINGS by Khai’s Cake & Pastries
0977-2774047 / 0922-80155913
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/Sweet-Cravings
Village East Cainta, Rizal

REENZSON’S PATISSERIE
0935-9324317 / 0936-3242688
FACEBOOK: Cakes by Reenzson’s Patisserie

D&D CAKES ETC.
0915-2483296
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/dndcakesetc/

Jul 5, 2018

Hakata Ikkousha Manila Ramen Ultimate Champion



Emcee, Hakata Ikkousha Manila Ramen Ultimate Champion: Lord Ancheta and  Marivic Tomoda

Festival Mall, Alabang, Muntinlupa City – June 17, 2018 

In honor of our Super Dad on Father’s Day, Hakata Ikkousha Manila had invited all interested dads and ramen lovers to participate in this eating contest to be the first Hakata Ikkousha Manila’s Ultimate Ramen Champion.

The eating contest started at 2:30pm, and there were 14 participants divided into 2 batches with 7 participants per batch who competed for the 1st round to advance to face-off challenge.

Batch 1



Batch 2


The winner of each batch was determined by the number of bowls and the weight left on their last bowl before they were able to proceed to the Ultimate Ramen Eating Face Off.


On the face-off round, Hakata Ikkousha Manila learned that the finalists were both social media influencers. The winner of the first batch is a blogger, Michael Zuñiga of Katooga.ph and the winner of the second batch is Lord Ancheta of Hour Philippines TV.


 For the face-off round, whoever is the fastest to finish his bowl will get the title of Ultimate Ramen Champion. The kitchen challenged the social media influencers to take on Ikkousha’s God Fire Ramen (spicy ramen).


Congratulations to the 1st Hakata Ikkousha’s Ultimate Ramen Champion, Mr. Lord Ancheta. The winner took home P 5,000 cash and P10, 000 worth of dining gift certificates. All participants received P1, 000 gift certificates as tokens of appreciation.

Ms. Marivic Tomoda, Owner would like to express her gratefulness to everyone for the support to the event, especially to some media friends who covered the exciting contest.

Jun 24, 2018

Farmer's Orchard


A chill place to get relaxed with free unli wifi

Get rid of stress in the best way possible by eating well and drinking something nice. Get to relax and even lie down to gain back the energy to tackle the challenges of the world. Enjoy while you are alone with the fast, free, unlimited internet access that goes up to 15 mbps. Get to relax with company and have some fun, over coffee, tea, juice or wine, at Farmer's Orchard.



Healthy, Fresh, and Handmade

Life is full of stress and the hectic times are left behind when you go to Farmer's Orchard. There is no hurry as you should take the time to relax.



 There is a variety of drinks to include fresh juices like these and outstanding desserts.



 A Home and a Haven

There are times that you may want to be somewhere else and feel like relaxing. The desire to be able to stop thinking is there. To go to Farmer's Orchard is a solution. The atmosphere of the place makes it a great escape from the city life. 
There are other areas to chill where you can even lie down and take off your shoes. Go to Farmer's Orchard to discover that nook.



Take Home Relaxation

There are items for sale at highly reasonable prices. One such item are these special tea bags that can be bought in this glass container or individually. These are made from various herbs and even dried flowers.


To discover the benefits that comes along the relaxed, wellness atmosphere, and great food and drinks at great prices, visit Farmer's Orchard. You, for sure, will feel so much more relaxed after your visit.


Farmer's Orchard is located at BF Homes, Aguirre Ave., in front of SingSink Korean resto and beside TonTon massage. 





Jollibee Mini Managers Camp Convention 2018 at Glorietta


Leadership Skills Training





From youth, the environment is vital. It aids in building their confidence, among other things.


It is possible to learn leadership. To be a good leader, one must be a follower and a team member - and these skills training were included in the Jollibee Kids Mini Managers Camp which was a 6-day workshop for kids 4 to 12 years old that was offered by selected participating Jollibee stores nationwide.



One of the culminating activities of this camp was the Jollibee Mini Managers Camp Convention 2018 held at the Glorietta Activity area on May 24. 




The highlights of these convention was to further integrate the kids skills training which included:


Leadership training
Team building
Making friends in their neighborhoods

Establishing values
Confidence building
Rewards system
Teaching sharing
Childhood playtime given importance


Molding Future Leaders


For a child, playing is serious business. As they mingle with others, they learn how to apply interpersonal skills. There are work skills that are acquired. Team building brings about neighborhood camaraderie. A reward system does show a child that excellent behavior can be attained and there are benefits. 

The Jollibee Kids Mini Managers Camp is an excellent way to teach children skills and to aid them have fun while doing so. 



Train up a child in the way he should go, 
And when he is old he will not depart from it

Jun 11, 2018

Buona Vita Ristorante Italiano


Authentic and Artisinal

A true Italian restaurant, you will notice the superb difference when it comes to taste because of the gourmet ingredients used such as the olive oil and herbs. You'll also notice the perfect cooking techniques that make the textures and taste stand out. To add to the comforting  food quality of Italian cuisine is the attention to detail for every plate served with finishing touches to make it more tempting and pleasing to the eyes, so Instagram worthy.

Italian food is comforting. It is filling and healthy as the ingredients are those that are acclaimed to be wonderful such as olive oil and herbs like basil. Staple food, such as pasta and bread for carb intake are made with healthy flours with procedures that have lasted for generations.

Buona Vita, which means Good Life, stands for an authentic Italian food experience in a cozy, home-like atmosphere which you will surely love. And, with the unlimited buffet, you can surely have an Italian feast. Unlimited soup, pizza, salad, rice, pasta, meats, and other dishes - this buffet is a must-have for those who want truly the best in Italian food.










Italian food is comforting. It is filling and healthy as the ingredients are those that are acclaimed to be wonderful such as olive oil and herbs like basil. Staple food, such as pasta and bread for carb intake are made with healthy flours with procedures that have lasted for generations.

Buona Vita Ristorante Italiano at Molito Lifestyle building

This Italian restaurant has a dining area and a private room for special events. It has an access door from the parking area located behind the Puregold building. It also has another door leading to their al fresco dining area on the long walking area of Molito Lifestyle building. This has the view of the colored water fountains that make the place more delightful at night.




The Pinocchio has made pizza eating a different kind of hand-held experience with the fillings inside the crust. It is a hearty dish and one that is very attractive and tasty. The baby in the picture is my grandchild, Renee Quema.


It also has available European Delicatessen such as German sausages and baked products such as pretzels. There are Italian products for sale like olive oil and pasta.


There is a pizza oven and the correct method is applied to make superb pizza. This cone pizza feature earlier  was been developed by their company.


Authentic, with the charming Italian Executive Chef Davide cooking the wonderful dishes, there are touches of Italy in the atmosphere to complement the perfect comfort food served. This place is like home to many Italians here in the Philippines as they dine there frequently. Recently renovated, this Italian restaurant is located at Unit 19, Cluster 3 of the Molito Lifestyle Bldg., 1500 Muntinlupa City. For bookings and reservations, you may contact them at 02-5193868 or 0917-4045624 and visit the Buona Vita Ristorante Facebook page. There is also delivery service via honestbee. 

Buona Vita Ristorante Italiano is owned by Rossini Conrad, Inc., a company started in 2016. The first restaurant which is the Rossini Ristorante Italiano is located at the S'Maison Mall in Pasay, City. 

Note: Images with logo were obtained from the Buona Vita Ristorante Italiano Facebook page









Jun 2, 2018

Hakata Ikkousha: Ramen Professional

Specializes in Hakata ramen 



Rich and Thick Soup 

The soup base is stock made from boiling pork bones for 24 hours to extract the rich collagen. This boiling method results in a thick soup that has no fat as seen when it is left to cool down for a long period of time. The ramen soup is also distinguishable by the small bubbles that float on top. This is the identifying mark of this area's ramen.



The smell is the one that triggers the appetite from afar. In Japan, these ramen houses do boil the soup for a long while and the very smell of the soup will attract the customers to come in.


Light and Delicious Noodles

The noodles are also distinguishable. These are thinner than most Japanese noodles. At this Japanese restaurant, there is a choice for the softness to hardness range of the noodles - depending on your preference of the bite.

Order According to Your Taste 

The primary soup base is used for the most popular ramen and changed by adding other ingredients such as chili paste or black sesame seeds. The choice is according to your taste, to include the heat level, salt intake, kind of soup variety, and how firm the noodles will be, and the toppings that it would contain, such as egg, meat, mushroom strips, and spring onions.

This is a distinct advantage as you get to choose your soup ingredients. For example, those who have a low sodium diet and have difficulty chewing would prefer to have the least amount of salt and the softest possible noodles. The condiments also add a dimension of taste such as that freshly ground sesame seeds. The meat and all the ingredients such as egg in these delicious, healthy, and highly satisfying ramen are all soft as it is a great soup.



Gyoza and Karaage 

To get to satisfy the crunch cravings, there is the delightful Gyoza and probably the best fried chicken - the Karaage is a must-have with an order of the wonderful Japanese rice.


Hakata Ikkousha is a brand from Japan that currently has 66 branches worldwide. 
Hakata Ikkousha is located at the Upper Ground floor, Expansion area, Festival Mall, Alabang 

For more information, please visit the Hakata Ikkousha Manila Facebook page 

Hakata Ikkousha Manila: Unlimited Noodles Promo and Ramen Eating Championship


Unlimited Noodles: On June 3, 2018.Hakata Ikkousha Manila will treat everyone to a Kaedama (unlimited noodles) for every order of any Ramen. This is to celebrate their 3rd Monthsary. Enjoy the unli noodles Japananese restaurant dining experience. 


Ramen Championship: Be part of the first ever Ramen Championship! There are prizes at stake and it is going to be a great eating challenge. This championship is being done exclusively for Dad in line with the June celebration of Father's Day! 

For more information, visit the Hakata Ikkousha Manila Facebook page


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