Giardini del Sole

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 Loved the home of Gabriele and Julie!!  It’s just them that did the interiors and they did it so well!Giardini del Sole (2)

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 Beautiful furniture in Gabriele and Julie’s home – made by Gabriele’s father, Giovanni Boschi. Giardini Del Sole one of the biggest wooden furniture manufacturer in Cebu. You can have your furniture custom made and it will be something you can pass on from generation to generation.  They have of course quite a number of pieces around the houseGiardini del Sole (12)

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 Beautiful artworks and interiors in Julie’s new home Sandra Fabie Gfeller aand a new artist Archie CayamandaGiardini del Sole (11)

 Lots of artwork around the houseGiardini del Sole (13)

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Lucia the little Princess showing me her room 🙂  The curtains are actually shower curtains from Pottery Barn!  It came out so well! you cannot tell its a shower curtain 🙂Giardini del Sole (15)

Tree of Books 🙂Giardini del Sole (16)

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And even more- all the wooden furniture is Giardini del SoleGiardini del Sole (20)

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Tried to zoom in on the pillows which I liked that were in the gardenGiardini del Sole (24)

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Youth With a Future – Laksa Night

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Check out the Philippine Star today and read about how the project of Chef Alain Ducasse – Youth with a Future ( together with Enderun and Tuloy Foundation ) Transform street children into world class chefs and give them a bright future ( click on article below to read more )

Transforming street children to world class chefs Philstar May 14 2015Here are the details of the Laksa Night where two nights of fund raising was done with a Laksa Meal by Chef See and Chef Marc and now they are able to send the next 10 scholars to the Youth with a Future Program

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First batch of Youth with a Future Graduates

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 The next ten scholars now undergoing their program at Alain Ducasse Institute together with Tricia Tensuan, Vice President for Admissions and External Relations for EnderunLaksa Night (5)Laksa Night (4)

Brunch by Gabriele and Julie

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So happy to visit the new home of Gabriele and Julie.  They had just moved in a month ago
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The lovely couple both in purple 🙂 Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (7)

What a beautiful home and a beautiful brunch set up in Gabriele and Julie’s.  Super love how she put everything together! Everything she presented today had a story!! I don’t know where to begin! Just too many nice things to share

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We ate so much!!  We could have continued on till lunch! haha!!

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 Fresh jams from Shangri-la Mactan Cebu from the mango trees in the island. Beautiful silver frog servers with Mother of Pearl from Julie’s friendBrunch by Gabriele and Julie (18)

 Cheese 🙂Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (19)

 I was so happy to see the beautiful marble stands of my friend Rachelle Wenger in Julie’s breakfast buffet.  The delicious fresh breads are all from Shangrila Hotel ( ofcourse )Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (20)

 I had a little of everything on this spread!! SO YUMMY!!!Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (5)

 Crispy chorizo! YUMMY!!! Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (9)

  Fried Tawilis from the friend of Julie in the Saturday Market. YUMMY!!!Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (10)

 Quinoa!!! YUM!!!  Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (11)

 Lamp posts in the dining room 🙂 and by the coffee and dessert set upBrunch by Gabriele and Julie (6)

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  Pecan Pie from Calea ( Bacolod) which James ate a lot of!!! DELICIOUS!!Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (15)

 Finally I got to try the famous Calea chocolate cake from Bacolod! Julie brought it back from her cousin, Ging dela Rama, who owns Calea when she went to Bacolod last weekend. She froze it so the filling is frozen but it’s still good. Imagining it’s even more yummy when it’s fresh. Gabriele says the top is the killer and I love tops and fillings 🙂 Calea Balay Quince – 034.4358413
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  TWG tea 🙂 The best 🙂Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (25)

  So happy to finally meet the little princess of Gabriele and Julie. I only see her cute photos in instagram and finally meet her – Lucia. At first she was hiding she really didn’t want to show her face but after awhile we were friends.

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She joined us for brunch too and had her own set up!!  Take note of the iPad with stand 🙂Brunch by Gabriele and Julie (22)

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Obviously a home with lots of children or maybe just one spoiled little Princess 🙂  Many toys in the gardenBrunch by Gabriele and Julie (13)

Elbert’s Sandwiches

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Since we were in the area, we had to try out Elbert Cuenca’s new Sandwich place in Commerce Centre  Elbert’s Sandwiches
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Everything freshly grilled on the spot 🙂Elbert's Sandwiches (9)

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Milkshakes at Elbert’s Sandwiches are made with the best quality ingredients.  But don’t expect them to be the thick kind of milkshake – it’s light and yummy!! made with Holly’s Fresh milk  Elbert's Sandwiches (3)

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Fresh strawberry 😉
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 Chef Adrian’s Burger Specials 🙂 Umami Burger – lettuce, Cambozola, shitake, onions, black truffle mayonnaise.  Wow that Black truffle mayonnaise should be an extra! so you can order it with any burger!! 🙂Elbert's Sandwiches (11)

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Southwest Grilled ChickenElbert's Sandwiches (16)

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Classic American CheesesteakElbert's Sandwiches (13)

You can ask them to cut it already for you 🙂Elbert's Sandwiches (20)

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SWAROVSKI UNVEILS A MODERN 2015

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Addressing multifaceted women, Swarovski unveils a selection infused with a contemporary and modern feel, broad enough to find the perfect gift for any style. Swarovski’s Creative Director, Nathalie Colin states “with this collection we want to bring a touch of sparkle to all themothers in the world.  We have created modern designs favoring soft pastel shades and delicate pave work”

Composed of easy-to-wear pieces suiting all kind of occasions and looks, Swarovski’s selection is inspired by early spring flowers. As seen on muse Miranda Kerr, “Christie” pendant shows craftsmanship and refinement with full cut crystals in gradation of pink and mauve, surrounded by crystal pave, in a fine-jewelry spirit. “Christie” theme comprises several necklacesthat can be worn in different lengths to create a cool and on-trend layering effect, and some earjackets that instantly inject a fashion twist to a silhouette.

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With its intense brilliance, “Stardust” bracelet is an eye-catcher now also offered in soft shades, to be worn alone for a subtle addition of sparkle, or stacked to make a glamorous statement. For astylish alternative Stardust can be stacked with a watch, and the elegant and contemporary “Aila”is a perfect fit for that.  With delicate proportions, ”Vittore” ring features a classic and simple aesthetic, while “Celestin” bangles feature clean and graphic interpretation of pearls, available in 3different metal color platings.

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With a variety of designs all featuring Swarovski’s know-how and distinctive DNA, Swarovski’s 2015

 Swarovski delivers a diverse portfolio of unmatched quality, craftsmanship, and creativity that goes beyond the manufacturing of crystal. Founded in 1895 in Austria, Swarovski designs, manufactures and marketshigh-quality crystals, genuine gemstones, created stones and finished products such as jewelry,accessories, and lighting. In addition, Swarovski Crystal Worlds was established as a unique venuededicated to showcasing artistic interpretations of crystal. Swarovski Entertainment collaborates withestablished industry partners and exceptional talent to produce international feature films, and the Swarovski Foundation supports creativity and culture, promotes wellbeing and conserves natural resources. Now runby the fifth generation of family members, Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach withapproximately 2,480 stores in around 170 countries, has more than 24,000 employees and a revenue ofabout 2.33 billion euros in 2013. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) andTyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. In 2013, the Group generated a revenue of about 3.02 billion euros and employed more than 30,000 people.

Lunch at Neil’s kitchen

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So happy to be back a Neil’s Kitchen to finally have a proper meal 🙂 The last time we were here we just had dessert

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As long as the Chef and owner is there, he has to have a photo! 🙂  This time in the kitchen cooking 🙂    Chef Neil Ramos.  He was a Rustan’s Young VIP model and was a commercial model as well, I think Close up 🙂Lunch at Neil's kitchen (4)

Short menu yet we wanted to try all! 🙂Lunch at Neil's kitchen (5)

Beach House Nachos GRANDE of course 🙂 LOVE!Lunch at Neil's kitchen (6)

Tokwa’t Baboy! YUM!Lunch at Neil's kitchen (11)

Paella Negra with CalamaresLunch at Neil's kitchen (12)

Crab Cake Torta with Aligui PastaLunch at Neil's kitchen (7)

Bagoong Paella with Kare KareLunch at Neil's kitchen (8)

Sinigang Paella with Grilled Pork Belly
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 BLT Bacon, Longganisa and Tocino with Garlic Rice – YUM!Lunch at Neil's kitchen (10)

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Our first love at Neil’s Kitchen were the desserts – they made us want to come back! So we ordered them all again haha!!

Turon de Napoleone – My favourite among all.  And this time it had more filling!! YIPEE!!!Lunch at Neil's kitchen (14)

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Fried Suman, Mangga and Chocnut.  Missing the photo of the other dessert – just check out the previous entry at

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Lunch at Neil's kitchen (1)The last time we were here, I was wondering what that yellow hole was on the wall of the bookstore.  Then when I found out what it was for, I made sure we made use of it haha!!

 fathers bookstore neils kitchen photo frameSo happy to be with the Alabangers ( haha!! ) Jinggoy and Fia, Paolo and Trina 🙂  Love them allfathers bookstore neils kitchen frameneils kitchen contact info

Nail Spa at Azumi

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In the lobby of Azumi Hotel is Nail Spa owned by my friend, Cherina Sy – Sister of the owner of Azumi 🙂  There is access from the main lobby Nail Spa at Azumi  (2)

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Love the comfy sofas 🙂Nail Spa at Azumi  (4)

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 No need to get out of Azumi to have a relaxing satiation.  Blissful feel and blissful hands pampering at Nail SpaNail Spa at Azumi  (6)nail spa alabang contact details

Choose Messy Bessy It’s a No Brainer

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Super love this video of my sister in law, Krie for Messy Bessy.  It was made by her Kuya, Jun Reyes under the direction of his son Nicolo

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Because of your support in 2014, we’ve been able to provide education and employment for over 50 young adults, who otherwise would never have been able to graduate from high school and college.

Please allow me to share with you this short video that details the milestones that you were very much a part of.

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This was made in their new studio which hopefully we can visit one day

Indie.go is a production company, and they also built the first hollywood-standard studios in the country.

Here’s an article on his new venture,

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Romulo Cafe at Azumi

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In Azumi Boutique hotel lobby is Romulo Cafe

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I love Romulo Cafe because its comfort food and it feels just like home so I believe it fits very well as a hotel coffeeshop 🙂 Congratulations Enzo and Sandy Squillantini on your 3rd branch.   I am so happy I have been to all 3 already 🙂Romulo Cafe at Azumi (22)

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Lechon Kawali SisigRomulo Cafe at Azumi (10)

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Boneless Crispy Pata Binagoongan which is one of their bestsellerRomulo Cafe at Azumi (12)

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Vigan longganisa riceRomulo Cafe at Azumi (13)

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Azumi Boutique Hotel – A Villa

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 There is only one suite (A Villa) in Azumi Hotel which is on the rooftop / penthouse floor (17th flr). This is where we stayed. It is by the hotel pool and has a 360 degree view. As I feature this, this has been removed already so we are lucky to have stayed here. Romulo Cafe will turn it into a restaurant or rooftop bar.   Construction started right after we checked out a few weeks agoAzimut Boutique Hotel - A Villa (5)

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 The pool is actually open to all the hotel residents so during the day there are a lot of people in the pool.  So there is not much privacy in the A Villa but at 10pm – the pool is closed so the whole top floor is yoursAzimut Boutique Hotel - A Villa (3)

 Looking into the A Villa 🙂  It’s the living room and dining table with kitchen -On the other side is the view on the other side of the building which is a more private balcony – no one can go to that balcony.  The hubby is working again on our staycation haha!!Azimut Boutique Hotel - A Villa (6)

 here it is- living room and dining room

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Visitor # 1 , bestfriend Eds who is always in the Alabang area showing houses to clients!  So glad she passed byAzimut Boutique Hotel - A Villa (7)

Of course, drinks from brother in law, Steve of Sola and Stellina’s 🙂  Inside the refrigerator Azimut Boutique Hotel - A Villa (8)

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 More visitors at night 🙂  Ned, Janet, Josh, Jinggoy, Fia, Pao and Trina. We had the whole roughneck to ourselves from 10 pm onwardsAzimut Boutique Hotel - A Villa (10)

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