T.E.A.M. Bee: 2009

SnG: Sago't Gulaman

New beverages are popping out in the market lately. There are the different kinds of tea like green teas, milk teas and flavored teas. There are also bottle fruit juices with or without the pulps. Different kinds of energy and sports drink are also available now unlike before.

Strawberry Newtons

Fig Newtons are more famous in the USA and in the other countries. I don't know if we grow any figs here but it is not available locally. My mother said that there are other flavors for Newtons like strawberry and raspberry.

Snyder's of Hanover: Peanut Butter Pretzel Sandwiches

I was hunting for a snack today and found this pretzel sandwich, the Snyder's of Hanover: Peanut Butter Pretzel Sandwiches. It was one of the snacks given to us as a 'pasalubong' from a relative in the US so I think its not available locally. I can't believe that its label says that this snack was manufactured since 1909.

The pretzel was hard as a biscuit but softens once your saliva comes in and compliments the sweetness of the peanut butter. I think this one is a great knick knack if you are on the go or stuck in traffic. It smells fresh too! c",)

Balconi Tiramisu

Strolling at the Duty Free Philippines - Manila, I saw this snack and it was a buy one take one deal so I gave it a try. It was soft, chewy and sweet. The filling was like a condensed milk. I think it is good with milk but there's nothing special about it. Now I know why is it a buy one take one deal... c",)

Valentine's Day Film

This is a romantic comedy film which will be shown on February 12, 2010, just in time for the special day for everyone specially for couples and lovers. This film is considered to be one of the largest star-studded cast in film's history.

Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel

Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel is a sequel to the film Alvin and the Chipmunks which was shown last December 2007. It will be on theaters on December 23, 2009.

Christmas Events 2009 at TriNoma

Santa's Photo Station
Nov. 20, 2009 to Jan. 13, 2010 - Level 4 Cinema Lobby

Say hi! to Santa on these dates:
Dec. 5 to 6, 12 to 13, 19 to 25, 2009 - Level 4 Cinema Lobby

St. Nick's Town
Visit Santa's play shop, sweets & treats stations, and gift wrapping
corner.
Nov. 20, 2009 to Jan. 6, 2010 - Level 4 Cinema Lobby

Magical Glow of Christmas
Enjoy the play of music and lights in celebration of the Yuletide season.
Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26, 2009, 7PM - Level 4 TriNoma Park

Yuletide Sounds
Listen to the soothing sounds of the Holidays
Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009, 12NN-2PM - Lobby Level and Level 3

Simbang Gabi
Dec 15 to 23, 2009, 6PM - Level 1 Landmark Department Store near Metrobank

Christmas Mass
Dec. 25, 2009 - Level 1 Landmark Department Store near Metrobank

Fireworks Display
Dec. 5, 12, 19, 25, 26, 30 2009, 8PM - Level 4 TriNoma Park

Glorietta: BPI Express Credit Installment Madness, December 2009

BPI helds their installment madness every six months ranging from appliances, computers, gadgets, furniture, jewelry, watches, etc. depending on the month.

This month of December they are having a madness again from December 9, 2009 to December 27, 2009.

Their promo is open exclusively to all existing BPI Express Credit cardholders with a good credit standing. They offer 0% interest and lower rates on all items with a minimum amount of PHP 3,000. c",)

Gondolier's Chocolate Cream Wafers

This was given by my friend who went to London for a vacation. It was like our local chocolate wafer sticks but this one is not that sweet. That is why, I bet you will crave for more if you have tasted this. I was shocked that even though it was bought from London it was a product from Indonesia. It costs around GBP 1. c",)

The 9th World Bazaar Festival

The most talked about bazaar this season was the World Bazaar Festival that is being held at the World Trade Center every December. The bazaar is open from December 4, 2009 to December 16, 2009, Mon-Thu 12:00 NN to 10:00 PM and Fri-Sun 10:00 AM to 12:00 MN.

Dad's Merienda Buffet

Dad's is famous because of their eat-all-you-can buffet promo ranging from lunch, snacks (merienda) and dinner. I remember those times that their initial offering for merienda buffet was only PHP 85, drinks not included but now it was already PHP 171, now includes a bottomless drinks. You could choose iced tea, coke or sprite. It is only good between 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

The Newport City is a newly developed property in Pasay City just across the NAIA Terminal 3. It is a 25-hectare property which will be developed by Megaworld Corporation into residential resorts and commercial venues.

Fig Newtons

I used to eat this Fig Newtons back when I was a kid. It was a snack that could be found in my grandparent's house. Usually it was sent to them by my relatives who lives in the USA. But after my grandfather died, I didn't saw this anymore. It was not available locally in the Philippines but it is known worldwide.

Mercado, Resorts World Manila

The newest buzz around the metro was the buffet offerings of Mercado at the newly opened Resorts World in Pasay City near the NAIA Terminal 3. The restaurant is located at the back part of the Resorts World and you have to enter and pass by the 360 degrees Bar and the casino itself.

Brothers-All-Natural Fuji Apple Crisps

We are all familiar of bananas being dried and made into crispy banana chips. But there are already other fruits and even veggies that are dried too and they are packed into smaller portions so that people would buy them and make it an alternative to high calorie and cholesterol chips and sweets.

Year of the Gentleman: Ne-Yo Live in Manila!

Shaffer Chimere Smith also known as Ne-yo will be coming back to Manila again. After his successful 2-day concert last February 2008, now he is invading Manila again for his Year of the Gentleman concert.

Paramore Live in Manila!

Another foreign rock band will invade Manila soon and this time it's the American alternative rock band Paramore. The band was formed in Franklin, Tennessee in 2004.

Its members are Hayley Williams, Josh Farro, Jeremy Davis, Zac Farro, and Taylor York. They have 3 albums titled "All We Know Is Falling", which was their debut album, "Riot!" and "Brand New Eyes".

Oishi: Gourmet Picks Potato Chips (Wasabi & Nori Flavor)

Previously Oishi had a wasabi flavored potato chips but it was not that famous during that time and it was phased out in the market. After 2 months of not visiting the supermarket, I was intrigued by the new potato chips that Oishi is selling, it was called the Gourmet Picks Potato Chips. There are three flavors available, the Wasabi & Nori, Natural Sea Salt and the Kimchi Flavor. Later did I know that it was already in the market as early as the first quarter of the year. Its packaging was as big as the Lay's Potato Chips and they are not available in small packaging.

World Pyro Olympics 2009!

Christmas is fast approaching and everyone is busy preparing for this event once a year even though our country faced numerous storms and floods for the past months. Filipinos are known to be happy people even though many trials and hardships are being given to us as a challenge and a part of life. There are still great things to be thankful for in spite of everything that happened this year.

Greenhills Christmas Tiangge 2009!

Yesterday, I went to Greenhills Shopping Center and there's no tiangge yet but after 2 days I went back there and the tiangge was already all over the place. I didn't know that the tiangge in Greenhills is not that available throughout the year or maybe just almost. Although the mall itself was open and the restaurants are in business too.

Double Midnight Madness 2009!

The Christmas season is almost near and of course everyone is searching for a cheaper place to shop so that they could maximize the value of their money for the holiday season.

The Midnight Madness is here this month and will be invading not just Glorietta but also Greenbelt. You could get up to 70% discounts from participating stores.

Documentary: Coming to the City

I came across this documentary when I was searching for a film to watch. This documentary shows four people from four different continents from which they have decided to move from their rural places to try the urban life. They were followed from their first arrival up to the first 6 months of their journey.

Cailler: Frigor Noir

Karlo gave me this chocolate bar from Switzerland since her mom is working there. It was like a magnet to me because it was a dark chocolate. It was just not an ordinary dark chocolate but it has a delicate almond and hazelnut cream filling.

Mine Shine Milk Tea

One day, I dropped by 711 near our place and check some of the beverages that the store sells. I tried this Mine Shine Milk Tea since I was a fan of drinking milk tea since it was introduced by Chowking and Lipton.

Pixy Stix

During my preschool and grade school days, I used to buy this stuff from the school canteen. And after almost 20 years of not seeing it again, I came across Candy Corner and found it again. I didn't hesitate to buy two of my favorite flavors which is the Grapes (purple) and the Cherry (red). There are other flavors like Maui Punch (blue) and Orange (orange).

Revisiting Manila

It's a great feeling to be in a place that we called our home and reminisce the things that had happened to this place. Going back to the memory lane, exchanging facts, events and even knowing some forbidden facts about a certain place.

Rizal Park

I can't remember when was the last time I visited the Rizal Park. All I could remember was that, it was dull to look at but still some people would come to spend quality time with the family there.

Astoria Plaza

I thought Astoria Plaza was just an ordinary hotel but I was shocked that it was a residential suite like the Oakwood, the one that was made famous because of the mutiny.

It is situated near the Shangri-la Mall but you have to walk at least a few meters from the mall. There are also other buildings there but there are no other stores or restaurants nearby except for Ministop and Red Ribbon.

I'm lucky to have stayed there for 4 days and 3 nights. Their room rates ranges from PHP 4,000++ to PHP 6,000++ per night.

The Malacañang Museum

When I was in grade school, one of the itinerary of our field trip was the Malacañang Palace but it was cancelled at the last minute. I thought it was forbidden to visit the palace without any official purpose. But did you know that you could visit the historical Malacañang Palace on your own? Yes you can and but you have to schedule your visit at least 7 days before the intended date of visit.

KFC: Krushers

I haven't try these drinks until my father bought two flavors out of three and tried it. I personally like shakes because they are usually mixed with milk and I'm not that lactose intolerant and for the fact that I love milk.

La Mesa Ecopark

I was excited to go here since it was far from our place and it was already featured on several TV shows. It was nice to know that even though it was a watershed it was open to the public. The people could help preserve this remaining forest and preserve the only water source in Manila. The people could benefit from this too because of the cleaner air that it produce and the serene and quiet place that it could give.

Romana Peanut Brittle

There are so many peanut brittle around our local market but I really love the taste of this brand. My mom said this was the original one before the other brands came in. I like the brittle itself rather than the peanut. These products are abundantly for sale specially in cold places like Baguio city and Tagaytay city. Sometimes you could buy these products for PHP 100 for 3 pieces. c",)

Jolly Rancher Hard Candy

I really love hard candies that would just melt through my mouth. One of those is this Jolly Rancher which was introduced to me by my cousins. Sad to say, these are not available locally. If you happen to taste one of these, you'll crave for more because of its unique sweetness.

Singing Cooks and Waiters atbp

I've seen this place from some TV programs before but this was my first time to have dinner here because it was my cousin's birthday and he wanted to eat at a unique restaurant that would sing and dance for him. So we celebrated his birthday at the Singing Cooks and Waiters atbp.

Doña Jovita Garden Resort

Doña Jovita Garden Resort is at the end part of Calamba, Laguna before reaching Los Baños , Laguna. At first, I thought that it was like the ordinary resorts which is if not too crowded, the place was too limited with space or not maintained well. But Doña Jovita Garden Resort was different, it was like a ranch-farm type resort, the space was green, the vicinity was few hectares big with more sense of privacy.

Palm Grove Hot Springs & Mountain Resort

Have you ever wondered if you could swim somewhere near the cold city of Baguio? Then why not go down to Asin, Benguet and try the Palm Grove Hot Springs & Mountain Resort. The weather here is warmer than Baguio city and the view of the mountains are great.

Chona's Delight (PHP 105)

When I am in Baguio or a relative of mine goes there, I always ask to buy me this cake from Teahouse. Teahouse is known in Baguio for many years not just because of their great servings but for their yummy dishes and desserts too.

SM Rosales

If you are bound to Baguio and passing by McArthur Highway in Pangasinan, you might notice the new SM mall that you'll be passing by along the road. It was named SM Rosales.

Pepperidge Farm: Goldfish Baked Snack Crackers

I have seen this crackers in one of Discovery Travel and Living shows which featured some of the Americans favorite snacks and Pepperidge Farm: Goldfish Baked Snack Crackers is one of them. They looked like our local version of Knick Knacks but they are available in several flavors unlike our version which are available in chocolate and milk.

Cold Rock

If you are craving for some unique ice cream, you would like to try Cold Rock. You may choose from a variety of common and uncommon flavors like the classic vanilla to baileys inspired ice creams. You could also customized your ice cream by adding some toppings and it will be mixed to your ice cream.

Greenbelt 5: California Pizza Kitchen

A friend of mine was here in Manila for a vacation, so we had our get together dinner before she went back to her flight attendant job. We decided to eat at California Pizza Kitchen, also famous for the abbreviation of CPK.

Icebergs

When Icebergs were introduced locally, I never knew that they also have meals included in their menu. It seems that they are just a specialty restaurant for desserts, milkshakes and ice creams. But I was wrong when we had our dinner here after a long tiring day.

Patio de Conchita, Intramuros

I rarely go to Intramuros, Manila since it was far from our place and we don't have some business here but Meds let me taste the food from this restaurant called Patio de Conchita. It was located near the Manila Cathedral and since we are here to pay honor for our late former president Cory Aquino, we took our lunch first before engaging several hours of waiting to see her for the very last time.

Ben & Jerry's: Neapolitan Dynamite

After finishing Ben & Jerry's New York Super Fudge Chunk, here's another flavor from the famous Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream family. Presenting the Ben & Jerry's Neapolitan Dynamite. I haven't tried the Cherry Garcia ice cream in a single pint and I was surprised that there are flavors which are combined with each other like this flavor.

Corazon "Cory" Aquino
1933 - 2009

It is a very sad day today for the Filipino people because a great influential leader had just left us with the hope of the Philippines that someday it will be a much better place for us.

The former President Corazon "Cory" Aquino had just died at exactly 3:18AM at the Makati Medical Center due to cardiopulmonary arrest while praying the Holy Rosary together with her 5 children, relatives and friends.

Dear Darla,

I hate your stinking guts. You make me vomit. You're scum between my toes.

Love, Alfalfa

I think this was the letter that served as an inspiration of the "Dear Darla" pizza. This was the letter of Alfalfa to Darla of the film " The Little Rascals."

The Final Destination

I am always a fan when it comes to horror/thriller movies with a good story line that would make their viewers wonder and be amazed. One of these films is the Final Destination. I see to it that I could watch these kind of films in a movie house for more thrilling experience.

Inasal Chicken Bacolod

Meds texted me if I want to watch Transformers with her since our plans of watching it never happened because of our schedules. Since its been a long time without seeing her and I want to watch the movie, so we meet up.

The Twilight Saga: New Moon

For all of the Twilight fans out there, the long wait is over because the next sequel of the famous novel Twilight turned into a film is about to come soon. The next sequel of the novel was New Moon, the second film was titled as The Twilight Saga: New Moon.

Marie Digby Live in Manila!

Marie Digby was famous for her song "Say It Again," which was heard in one of the episodes of Smallville and her cover version of Rihanna's "Umbrella". She was also a YouTube sensation where she sang cover songs from Linkin Park, Rihanna, Maroon 5, etc.

Alban's Grill House, Dampa, Parañaque

I used to eat here at Dampa since I was a little boy together with my family and relatives. It didn't change what it looks like but almost all the restaurants here are already air conditioned.

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