Yearly Archives: 2012

Balik Bukid

By | Animals and Pets, For kids, Giving Back, Green, Nature | 4 Comments

Congratulations to my cousins, Gippy and Hindy Tantoco for a super wonderful Balik Bukid fair!!!!  Heart2Heart enjoyed so much!!!!!  It was really a very nice event for the family.  We arrived at around 830am and there were already many people there.  The booths were really nice and unique!! and the food as well!!!  I wish I could have stayed all day. I could not put all 500 photos of mine so I compiled them into a video so you won’t miss most of the details of the event.  I am looking forward to PART 2 which I hope will be before Christmas!! and Part 3 and Part 4 and Part 5…..

Previous Entry:  A Family Affair At Balik Bukid Country Fair May 20, 2012 

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More Favorite Things from Heart2Heart

By | Shopping | 5 Comments

Thank you every one for visiting the shop!!  I am so happy that many of you have visited and purchased!!! Thank you from the bottom of my HEART! 🙂

We have ran out of stock of a few things and will be replenished soon.  THANK YOU!!! I will let you know when the replenishments will be back. Buko sherbets will also be back, I just do not know when, but they will be back. 

The first thing that ran out in the store were the chocolates!!!  So I am happy to announce that DAIM is back!!!  HURRY before it runs out again! haha

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and now Minstrels!!!! These are addicting!!! Once you start you will not stop believe me!

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 Other items

Wide mouth sprayers- good for transferring cleaners and liquid items since it has a wide mouth to avoid spilling.  Timmy told me about these! 

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Cute nose paper cups 🙂 

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Epsom salts at very reasonable prices 

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Gigantic sizes of all kinds of vinegar- buy these big sizes for the price of a smaller size 

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Buffalo wings sauce 

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Baking Mixes 

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Stainless steel cleaner 

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Ziploc bags!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE! 

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Sundried tomatoes 

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Gigantic cans at reasonable prices! 

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My son, Chef Javier, requested for this, though he really prefers to make his own stock- but to save on time, these end up being more practical 

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Worcetershire sauce for only P 495.00 – a small bottle will cost almost P 200.00 already 

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I love this!  I use it more for dips for potato chips.  Just add sour cream!  YUM!  I learned this from my friend, Mayen!  She served it to me when I visited her in the States 🙂 This pack will last you a long long time at a very reasonable price.  Some sold already I think 4 packs left.

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A popular energy drink in the States, I heard that an Indian couple started it and now they are billionaires because of this!  We have 24 bottles of each only for now, so hurry!

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Reversible Bath rugs 100% cotton at a very reasonable price! Comes in Brown, sage and moonstone ( blue )

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Wooden boxes for storing your silver flatware

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It comes in one compartment and with a drawer compartment

 

Plenty kinds of BBQ sauce!

Flavor Master Barbecue Sauce  1 gallon for below P 500.00 

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Cattlemen’s Barbecue Sauce Classic 1 gallon for below P 1,000

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Store hours:  Tuesday to Sunday 12 noon to 10pm

Tel #:  854-7055

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Visayan Room by Sandee Masigan

By | Foodie, Proud to be Pinoy! | 3 Comments

Due to the success of XO 46, they expanded their restaurant and put up Visayan Room which specializes in Visayan Cuisine!  – Cagayan De Oro, Bohol, Cebu, Dumaguete and Bacolod to name a few cities.

Previous entry:  XO 46 September 5, 2011 

Sandee, the owner, told me that they really go to these places and really search for the best dishes and she said that they don’t go to the usual city restaurants but they go in the outskirts so they could try authentic dishes of the cities they are in.

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It was nice to finally meet Sandee Masigan, who started Dismum and Dumpling with her then boyfriend, now husband 🙂

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Chef CK of course!!

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Another angle to show the tattoos! 🙂

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Wow I love the menu!! It’s not the usual Filipino food, something different!!!  Everything looked good!! I made Sandee order since she knows

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Complimentary appetizers – Kropek with queso de bola butter!

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Carabao Cheese fritters

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Pansit Bisaya

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Ampalaya Con Tinapa! YUM! I don’t even eat ampalaya but i loved this!  Maybe because of the coconut milk

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Adobong Baka sa bawang

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Inun -Un

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Dumaguete Express – Dumaguete’s version of Bicol Express! YUM!!!

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Cebu Lechon Belly!

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Another photo 🙂

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Desserts are shared with XO 46 and I love them all!!!

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You can take home the desserts or buy them in bulk for bigger events

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Tempur Mattresses and Pillows

By | Great Inventions, Shopping | 2 Comments

Why not spend for a mattress that you will sleep in every single day of your life?  Am I sounding like a broken record?  Half of your life you are sleeping in a mattress. It should not be a matter of price but a matter of which one will suit your needs and help you get a good night sleep.  And it’s all worth it.  It will be one of the best investments you will make for yourself and for your health!  You tend to discover this later on in life when health becomes more of a priority but the earlier the better.  I am telling you, if James could bring our mattress when we travel, he would!  

Last month, I visited the Tempur showroom in Greenbelt 5 ( Also Available at Rustan’s department store ) and this is what I saw  

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Tempur was originally developed by NASA to help relieve pressure on the astronauts’ backs during take

off. Recognized for its significant contribution in transferring space technology into the private sector

to help improve the quality of life, Tempur is now the only mattress certified by NASA and the Space Foundation. 

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Aside from mattresses they have pillows to suit every need.  They have installment plans even for pillow 🙂 

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Two beautiful ladies- Malu and Leica 🙂  – hosted the afternoon  

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With Dr. Keith Aguilera, Director of the Sleep Disorder Center of St, Luke’s Medical Center.  He told us about the importance of having a good night’s sleep and how important a good mattress in helping you sleep better 

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Chosen to test-sleep the new mattress line of their choice were Ernie Lopez, businessman and triathlete, and Tessa Prieto-Valdes, lifestyle icon and marathoner, 2 of Manila’s busiest people! Tessa and Ernie were handpicked not only due to their influence in business, sports and society, but also as long time fans of Tempur Pillows and sleep masks. They both certainly appreciate the value of a good night’s sleep given their busy schedules for work, exercise, leisure, and family.

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Mr. Stephen Sy, owner of Focus Global Inc, distributor of Tempur in the Philippines.  What an interesting story of fate as to how they got chosen to represent the brand.  I love listening to the behind the scene stories and how it came about 🙂  We missed Loli Sy during the launch who is also very active in the business 

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 Ernie trying to get a pretty lady into a TEMPUR bed!  🙂

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The highlight of the event was a demonstration wherein a wine glass was placed on one side of a

Tempur mattress while a model jumped all over the bed. The glass stayed where it was – proving

that the Tempur material absorbs motion energy so that partners are less disturbed by each other’s movements and can therefore enjoy a better night’s sleep.img_2913.jpg

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At TEMPUR, we don’t simply bring you a bed to sleep on – we believe a bed should do more. We bring you the promise of Night-time Renewal for body and mindTM. Visit www.tempur.ph to order your free Night Time Renewal Kit.

Description

Did you know that during sleep, the body regenerates more quickly? This is why the lack of sleep can affect vital functions such as learning and memory.

A TEMPUR mattress will give you your best night’s sleep by conforming to the shape of your body and more. It finds the most comfortable position and support your body needs to get a good night’s rest.

Temperature sensitive TEMPUR material senses your body temperature. It becomes softer in warmer areas, where your body exerts more pressure while remaining firm in cooler areas.Full body supportIt provides amazing comfort and support by gently molding to the shape of your body—including your neck, back, shoulders and legs.Less tossing and turningYour body weight is perfectly absorbed and redistributed by the TEMPUR material to relieve pressure points.Better sleepTEMPUR material absorbs motion energy so that partners are less disturbed by each other’s movements.Feel the DifferenceSoft where you want it, firm where you need it. The Tempur experience has satisfied customers talking about their favorite TEMPUR mattress. A recent survey across 12 countries shows that owners are so happy about their TEMPUR experience that they’re talking about it. 

In fact, 85% of TEMPUR owners have recommended their mattress to someone else and on average recommend it to more than 7 people.

Just like anything else, each one has their own requirements so there are three kinds of mattresses to choose from to fit your needs

As we know, everyone has a preferred sleeping position. Withthis in mind, Tempur  has designed the following new mattresses: The Cloud mattress, provides superior support with a softer feel. The Sensation mattress has a sturdier feel with maximum support for your body to lessen unwanted restless sleep. The Original mattress perfectly soft and firm, contours to the shape and position of your body and supports your neck, back and shoulders. 

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Everyone else jumping into a Tempur bed! 

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Tempur showrooms are located at Level 5, Shangri-la Plaza Mall; Lower Ground, Greenbelt 5; Building 5

Bonifacio High Street

Click below to go to their Facebook page

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Click below to go to their website for more information

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Party Pop Up

By | Celebrations, Decor and Set ups, For kids | No Comments

Thank you to Claire Chanco and Timmy Hilado for inviting me to your latest venture!!! Claire told me that they are already events organizers but now they are adding kids parties as part of their offering.

They are the ladies behind Total Therapy Massage and they also bought shows for some stage productions.

Previous entries: Total Therapy Massage December 10, 2009

The Little Mermaid and Peter Pan October 6, 2011 

You guys are so enterprising!!! I wish you guys more luck and more power in all that you do!!!

 

Party Pop Up is a party shop that offers a unique way of celebrating your birthday. We have a vision of changing the way parties and events are experienced by providing a distinctive full service party planning. We aim to personalize each and every event that we take on, taking meticulous care in ensuring that all the needs and requirements of each client are met and satisfied.

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Party Pop Up is not your usual party planner – it approaches each event with a distinctive idea, as clients are consulted and ideas are thoroughly brainstormed to meet individual standards and expectations for each planned event. Quality is not sacrificed for quantity, as distinct themes and that sought-after excitement are the main considerations when the parties are carefully crafted and created.

We provide more than just a party set-up – with a unique theme and the best suppliers we have to offer, Party Pop Up intends to tailor-make itself to fit into each event, ultimately making the party experience fun and unforgettable.

A brainchild of 3 creative individuals with a background in food, event management, event styling and production – they aim to bring back parties where arts & crafts are highlighted in every celebration.  Timmie Hilado, Claire Chanco and Twinkle Ferraren                                

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Where your child’s imagination is the star

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 The launch showcased different themes such as Underwater, Jungle, Luau, and Shabby Chic/Tea Party.

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With special participation by our unique partners such as: Pint Ice Cream,

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Senor Churritos, Manang’s Chicken,

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Glimmer Body Art,

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Our Kitchen by Manila Catering,

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Unit 16 Sweets, The Lollicake Factory, Paisley Pastries,

OK Pose Photobooth and Make Believe Production.

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For inquiries, please contact us at 0917-490-4399 / 0917-794-1984 / 0917-8871933 or 211-9644 or email us at partypopup3@gmail.com

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Katrina’s Baby Gap Baby Shower

By | Celebrations, For kids, What's New at Rustan's | 2 Comments

 In a few weeks, this SEXY MAMA is going to give birth to a beautiful baby girl, Joelle.  Named after Katrina’s brother Joel.  So I better post this before she gives birth!

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I sometimes wonder if I am really related to these sexy and beautiful girls 🙂 But I’m proud to be their cousins! 

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Love this photo with Xevi

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And we had a baby shower at Baby Gap!!!

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She was listed in Baby Gap and we bought all our gifts from there 🙂

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Her registry

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Fun baby shower games hosted by sister, Bea

 

 

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Yummy merienda by Cibo

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Loved this one- Design your onesies!

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Heart2Heart’s onesies 🙂

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 And here they all are displayed!!  Katrina gets to keep them for Joelle 🙂

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Set up and decor by Bambi Hernandez of Alice’s Wonderland

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Shopping for gifts and receiving presents is now more delightful with babyGap’s Gift Registry. You and your precious one get the chance to create your own wish list for any special occasion.

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For new parents and even for those who’ll be having a new addition to the bunch, you can visit your nearest babyGap store and a specialist will assist you in selecting items for your wish list. Upon selection, your list will automatically register in all babyGap stores in Metro Manila. Registrants will get a free diaper tote bag and invitation cards to give to your guests for the occasion.

Friends and family can visit any babyGap branch in the Metro and mention your child’s name so that a specialist will make his or her list ready for them to select from. You may call or email any branch to check the status of your registry list. All gifts bought through the registry program will be wrapped in special packaging exclusive only to the babyGap gift registry.

Give the best for your little one on his birthday, Christening, or any special occasion to celebrate for with babyGap’s gift registry.

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GapKids and babyGap are exclusively distributed in the Philippines by Casual Clothing Specialists, Inc. (CCSI), a subsidiary of Stores Specialists, Inc. and is available at SM Mall of Asia, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Glorietta 4, Bonifacio High Street, SM Megamall and Abreeza Mall in Davao.

 

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