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    Personal Musings

    Countertop Blog (aka blog update 2023)

    Hey, there! Just a quick blog update. If you’ve been following my old blog or my social media accounts (homebound mom), you must have been wondering. “Is Homebound Mom hacked?” “Why is her domain name different?” “Is this the same person?” “We need an explanation!”As if someone cares. haha Not sure if there are still people visiting my old domain name, ‘homebnd.com’, which now houses press releases and random stuff. No. I am not hacked. New domain, rebrand? Simply because the name, Homebound Mom, doesn’t resonate with me anymore. A lot has happened in the past few months, yes, I will spill some tea here. Maybe tomorrow, next week, or…

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    FOOD

    Khao Khai Brings Thai Street Food to BGC

    The Thai diner concept Khao Khai “Thai Chicken House”, which introduced the authentic and unbeknown flavors of Northern Thai cuisine in the Philippines, has recently unveiled its 7th branch in Metro Manila located at 2/f Crossroads, BGC. First opened in Poblacion, Makati in 2019, Khao Khai has expanded into a portfolio of several branches all through the course of the pandemic – the most challenging years in the restaurant industry. Owned and operated by Making Fine Group, the same F&B group behind Tiger Sugar, Gram Cafe & Pancakes, and Chunky Boss, its growth is being driven by the warm reception of the local dining crowd to some of the least…

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    LIFESTYLE

    The Stoveless Kitchen: Modern Solutions for Modern Problems

    Being in charge of your own place may be both rewarding and difficult at times. Finding the ideal balance between making the most of available space and making it practical for daily living can be a real challenge for anyone living in a modern apartment or condo setup where every square foot is valued. It’s because of this need that so many multi-functional and space-saving household essentials shot in popularity in recent years. But how effective are they for other parts of the home where we usually spend a lot of time doing manual work and prep? Case in point: our kitchens. Modern problems, modern solutions Years ago, a regular…

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    LIFESTYLE

    Art Fair Philippines 2023 will see renewed support from BPI

    BPI, a staunch advocate of Philippine Arts, supports visual artists through partnerships  and art lovers through the provision of greater access to artworks in art events such as Art Fair Philippines, which is coming back face-to-face from a three-year hiatus. “As we appreciate the value of artists and their works, we also see the significance of collecting and keeping great artworks, which is why we at BPI continue to provide our support as well to art lovers who, time and time again, visit Art Fair Philippines and acquire valuable artworks,” said Jenelyn Z. Lacerna, the Group Head of BPI Unsecured Lending and Cards, Product and Sales. Art Fair Philippines 2023,…

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    LIFESTYLE

    Empowering Women in Subic: Connected Women Subic Hosts An Innovative Meetup Experience

    Exciting news for the women of Subic! Get ready for the first Connected Women Meetup of 2023, happening simultaneously in different municipalities across Zambales and beyond. Jen Cajucom will host the Connected Women Subic Meetup, co-hosted by Mitch Carvalho and Lynn Singia on February 15, at 6pm. Location is at Kairos House of Blends on the ground floor of the Balai Subik building along the National Highway, Mangan-Vaca, Subic. And that’s not all. Other municipalities in Zambales will also be holding their own meetups, with Myra Concepcion hosting Connected Women Castillejos, Melissa Moscoso for Connected Women San Felipe, and April Mora for Connected Women Olongapo. This will coincide with community-led Connected…

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    LIFESTYLE

    Valentine’s Day Special: Love is in the air at The Manila Hotel

    This February, celebrate the journey of love with a romantic getaway and a variety of delectable dining options at The Manila Hotel. Valentine Room Escape Bask in the spirit of love with their Valentine’s Day room offer at a special rate of P10,000 nett (inclusive of breakfast buffet for two, dinner buffet for two, and a deluxe room accommodation) where couples can indulge in a luxurious overnight stay in a Deluxe Room. Enjoy the signature breakfast buffet and take pleasure in the romantic dining experiences at Café Ilang-Ilang. Exquisite culinary journeys at our famed Café Ilang-Ilang Intricate yet sumptuous flavors of local and international cuisines shine throughout their famed Café…

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    LIFESTYLE

    Green Convergence, DENR to hold 4th PH Environment Summit

    Tagaytay City will host the 4th Philippine Environment Summit with the theme “Caring for Earth: Scaling up Solutions to the Climate Emergency.” On February 21–23, 2023 at Taal Vista Hotel, Green Convergence for Safe Food, Healthy Environment and Sustainable Economy (GC), in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is organizing the event as co-convener, together with supporters from other sectors. The Philippines needs to go down a path of decarbonization in order to survive the looming global catastrophe our world could face if no action is taken today. After the pandemic, there is a greater responsibility to scale up solutions to address the current climate crisis.…