After seeing Hope on the Stage Day1 in Seoul earlier this year, which you can read about here, I didn’t think anything could top it—but the Manila stop came with its own kind of magic. J-Hope went on to tour the U.S. and Latin America after Seoul, and Manila ended up being the first stop for the Asia leg. I got tickets for Day 1 aga…

As an ARMY, seeing BTS perform live has always been a dream. While I haven't had the chance to experience their electrifying energy in person yet, which is definitely on my bucket list, B*verse: Singing with the Stars exhibition offered the next best thing – a virtual front-row seat! The highlight of the entire experience was un…

Calling all PH ARMY! The wait is finally over! The highly anticipated BTS Monochrome Pop-Up has arrived in Manila, running from May 24th to June 30th at the SM Mall of Asia. This pop-up store, which previously made stops in Seoul, Tokyo, and Jakarta, offers a fresh wave of exclusive BTS merchandise. The Monochrome Pop-Up boasts a co…

I was in Seoul two months ago and I missed the HYBE Insight exhibit there, so imagine my happiness and excitement when BigHit Entertainment announced that the BTS x James Jean: Seven Phases Exhibition is coming to Manila. The Seven Phases Exhibition is a collaboration between Taiwanese-American artist James Jean and the global K-pop…

Check out this place in Tomas Morato for a unique BTS-themed cafe experience!  If you're an ARMY, then the Purple 7 Cafe is a must-visit location in Metro Manila. Located in bustling Quezon City, what initially started as a small spot, offering bottled coffee and treats, has transformed into a three-story haven for ARMYs seeking…

Hakata Ton-ichi is a chain of Japanese restaurants in Manila that offers Hakata ramen. Also known as Tonkotsu ramen and originating in the Hakata district of Fukuoka, this style of Japanese ramen is known for its rich and creamy broth, thin noodles, and simple, yet flavorful toppings.  I recently went to the Glorietta branch for the…

Marugame Udon is a Japanese fast-food chain that specializes in udon, with several locations in the Philippines. Apart from udon, this place also serves rice bowls, tempura, and other Japanese dishes. Udon is a thick noodle made from wheat flour, that is widely used in Japanese cuisine. It is considered comfort food for many Japanes…

If you want a fun place to drink and dine with friends, then check out Filling Station Bar and Cafe in Poblacion Makati. This bar and restaurant has 50s-inspired interiors and it looks like a tourist attraction on its own. It has a lively and quirky ambiance. Of course, the food did not disappoint at all. Chocolate Milkshake Midget …

Chili's Grill and Bar opened its first restaurant in 1975 in Dallas, Texas. It was first meant to be as a hamburger restaurant with a simple menu, serving craft beers. Over the years, its menu has expanded but continued to offer Western comfort food and incredible appetizers and entrees.  Chili's entered the Philippines…

If you've seen people lining up at a kiosk at the Glorietta weekend bazaar, then they're probably lining up to get the best chocolate chip cookies in the metro.  I kid you not, they're the best. With a light crisp on the outside and soft and gooey on the inside. They're the right amount of sweet. And when you bu…

I looove seafood and this is why I am so glad to have tried The Red Crab in Greenbelt. It has been there for quite a long time but it was only very recently that I got to try the dishes there. Ever since I stopped eating red meat and trying to wean chicken, my food choices have become very limited. Which is why discovering restaura…

Ever since I started my cruelty-free journey, I have been always on the lookout for restaurants with vegan options. Which is actually quite challenging. For one, the options are very very limited. Also, they can get pricey.  This is why I was so happy when I discovered Planted. Planted is a food stall in a small food hall calle…

I am a frustrated vegan. I love animals and I have always wanted to go vegan, but for some reason, it is just so hard to give up meat. Not that I haven't tried but to be honest, there aren't a lot of options in Manila for vegans. There are a few places where one can buy vegan food but they are quite expensive. My road to be…