Finally, after almost five years, my husband and I are back in our favorite city in the Philippines. Fun fact: Baguio is where we first dated outside Mindoro and Manila without a chaperone or third wheel. It was also the first time we fell in love with Camp John Hay. Since then, no visit to
I remember mentioning in a blog post in 2020 that Camp John Hay is the only tourist destination in Baguio I’ll keep coming back to. Recently, we went to Baguio again for three days, and we stayed within Camp John Hay for the entire trip. I even made a TikTok clip showing how easy it
Tandoori Chicken is a popular and flavorful dish originating from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. I first encountered it while watching the “Mumbai” episode of Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil, where host Phil Rosenthal explores the world’s diverse culinary traditions. Traditionally, Tandoori Chicken is prepared by marinating chicken in a blend of yogurt and aromatic
Have you heard of Ella’s Pizza? This pizza place’s name may not be as well-known as other brands in our towns, like Greenwich, Yellow Cab, Domino’s, Pizza Hut, Shakey’s Angel’s Pizza, and Lotsa Pizza. However, when you pass by their branches, you’ll see plenty of customers waiting for their orders. Ella’s Pizza is a low-key
There’s this Buldak Carbonara Ramyeon recipe going around on TikTok. It’s a creamy ramyeon topped with cheese sauce, melted cheese, Vienna sausages, and a boiled egg. It’s like a sausage pizza. And you know what’s bad? I always see it at midnight, when the kitchen lights are off and my stomach is growling! Tonight, I’m
Japan is far ahead of us when it comes to technology, and conveyor belt sushi, where plates of sushi move along a conveyor belt for diners to pick as they pass, is one proof of that. Genki Sushi is a popular Japanese conveyor belt sushi chain, known for its affordable, quick, and convenient dining experience.
In the first episode, “Mumbai,” of the latest season of Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil, the first dish featured was Mutton Nihari. Nihari is a slow-cooked meat stew, richly flavored with spices or masala. Besides India, the dish is also common in Pakistan, where beef shank is the usual meat used, which is what we’ll have
It is a rainy July in Pinamalayan, yet the gloomy weather didn’t stop locals from trying and dining at the newest Korean BBQ restaurant in town. It was coincidental that I discovered Mashitta Unlimited Korean BBQ and Hotpot when an explosion incident happened in Mr. Won’s Samgyeopsal so I was becoming distant to Korean BBQ
Argentinian Pancakes, or panqueques, are a delicious dish typically stuffed with dulce de leche. These light, crepe-style pancakes are a common choice for dessert or breakfast in Argentina. The blend of the rich filling and tender pancake offers a harmonious flavor experience, making Argentinian pancakes a beloved treat among both locals and tourists. I discovered
When planning a tour in Sa Pa, it didn’t become hard to choose for a hotel to stay in because once you open TikTok and search for a cafe or a homestay in this foggy town, it will immediately lead you to the ideal location. Viettrekking Sapa is probably the most featured Sa Pa hotel