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Tangerine Hotel

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We had to move to Burbank, so I had to research for a place to stay and discovered Tangerine in Trip Advisor.  I thought it was very okay and very decent for the price and for some reason, I like experiencing this type of accomodation in the States  

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Chaya Brasserie Beverly Hills

By | Foodie, Travel | No Comments

We had a very nice dinner at Chaya which apparently is a restaurant owned by the Tsunoda family from Japan.  They are the Starbucks partners in Japan where they have almost 900 Starbucks stores!!!

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Son of the owner, Yuji Tsunoda, and Executive Chef, Chef Tachibe

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The food is Japanese fusion and it was very very good! 

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Chef prepared assorted appetizers for us and they were all very good.  It’s not on the menu so I don’t know the names of the dishes 

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This was my order for main dish which was really an appetizer – Seared Foie Gras Ballotine

we were all so full from the appetizers that some did not order anymore main dishes 

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But always have room for dessert 🙂 

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website:  Chaya 

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Raffi’s Place

By | Foodie, Travel | 2 Comments

A friend recommended this place and as soon as I heard Meditteranean, I didn’t think twice and asked James to take me here 🙂  

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Since it was only James and I, we shared Beef dish # 1 on the menu, It was good 🙂 and just right for us

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Crustacean Beverly Hills

By | Foodie, Travel | 3 Comments

Another Asian favorite, Crustacean ( Thanh Long ), which we enjoy in San Francisco.  Now tried the one in LA

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This is what we really come for

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Drunken Crab

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An’s Famous Roast Crab

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Garlic noodles

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I asked for extra garlic sauce! 🙂

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Raoul Spring Summer 2011 Runway Show

By | Fashion, What's New at Rustan's | No Comments

THE GREAT ESCAPE

RAOUL brings guests on an exotic journey at its

Spring Summer 2011 Runway Show

 

RAOUL’s presentation of its Spring Summer 2011 collection was a great escape for guests as they were transported from the hustle and bustle of the city to a place reminiscent of long summer days and the romance of travel. 

RAOUL’s Creative Directors, Odile and Douglas Benjamin were largely inspired by Michelangelo Antonioni’s The Passenger, where the exotic locations were the perfect backdrop to both Jack Nicholson and Maria Schneider looking effortlessly chic in the movie.

 Fresh faced models with casually mussed hair and loose ponytails strutted around the U-shaped catwalk in looks that expressed their versatility and practicality, while reflecting old school glamour. Silhouettes were influenced by the 70s, but with a contemporary flair: From intricate lace that featured on playsuits and mini dresses to color blocked pieces and chic paperbag style shorts and skirts, the collection provided the ladies options for work, play and travel. The men’s collection was equally appealing, offering a unique combination of masculine styles in a light and refreshing pastel palette.

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MediaCorp celebrities Pierre Png, Andrea de Cruz, Yvonne Lim, and Member of Parliament Michael Palmer sipped on bubbly and nibbled on a selection of delectable canapés through the evening. 

RAOUL’s Creative Directors, Douglas and Odile Benjamin certainly achieved their aim of creating a collection which brings out the functionality and carefree aspect of the traveler, yet offering a touch of indulgence and glamour.

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In the Philippines, Raoul is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is available at Greenbelt 5

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Spanx Swim It’s Simply to Dive For

By | Great Inventions, Summer, What's New at Rustan's | 2 Comments

Summer beckons – and in this hot tropical country of ours, summer just won’t be complete without that quintessential trip to your favorite beach destination. If you still haven’t found that perfect swimsuit to let you look fit and fabulous while enjoying your holiday, then you’re definitely in for one big summer surprise! 

Spanx – the brand known for revolutionizing women’s undergarments raises the bar once more with Spanx Swim, a long-awaited collection of chic women’s swimwear with the body-shaping magic of SPANX you’ve come to love. Yes, you heard that right! A slimming swimwear that takes off those extra inches and bulges in an instant!

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“Since I grew up in Florida, I’ve always been a beach bum with a drawer full of swimsuits,” said Spanx founder Sara Blakely. “Unfortunately, they all seemed to squeeze and pinch in all the wrong places. I was then inspired to create comfortable, slimming and stylish swimwear for me, my mom, my friends and all of the Spanx fans who have been asking for it for years”.

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Spanx Swimsuits offer something for every body type with slimming one-pieces and tankinis and figure-flattering bikinis. Designed with body-shaping know-how and a flair for fashion, each of these perfect-for- frolicking suits is truly shapewear you can swim in.

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This summer season, whether you’re lounging around a gorgeous beach in a tropical island or probably just enjoying fresh piña coladas with friends by the pool, look incredibly svelte and sexy with a slimming, figure-flattering swimwear. Amp up your style and confidence with Spanx Swim – definitely summer’s next big thing!

Spanx Swim is exclusively distributed by Rustan Marketing Corporation and available at Rustan’s Department Stores in Makati, Shangri-la Plaza, Alabang and Cebu. Watch out for the full collection to hit stores in March 2011! 

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