Calauit Safari Park

The towering giraffe slowly bent towards my face. I bit a twig with leaves on my mouth to attract this gentle giant. While it devoured the leaves from my mouth, I had to remain still. That’s a different kind of…

Baan Khun Thai

Relax your tired muscles. If you happen to be near SM Sta. Mesa, there’s a place where you can do just that. Try Baan Khun Thai and enjoy their traditional Thai massage at very affordable rates. I first tried the…

Shao Kao Grillery

One of my favorite food stops near the Maginhawa stretch is Shao Kao Grillery. Authentic Chinese street barbecue or grilled goodies are served here at very affordable rates. My usual orders include grilled pork steak, grilled petchay, grilled Baguio beans…

Who Invented Crispy Pata?

Crispy pata, or deep fried crispy pork knuckles, has been part of the Filipino tradition. Reunions, birthdays, and for so many other celebrations, it’s definitely one of the favorites. But did you know who invented this delicious creation? In the…

The Best and Most Unique Crispy Pinakbet Only At Casa Reyes

Casa Reyes Bistro Filipino amazed me with its different, delightful, and delicious take on the traditional pinakbet. Their Crispy Pinakbet is the best and most unique version of all the crispy pinakbets today. It’s semi-deconstructed. That means, the meat and…

Mystery Manila’s PYM Particle

Suspend reality and let your imagination come alive. Mystery Manila teleported us to a world of adventure. Everything was well crafted to the smallest detail. Adrenaline pumped and brain cells worked overtime to try to solve the mystery within an…