Romulo Café Now Open in Makati

By | Events and Launches, Foodie, Tributes | 6 Comments

Congratulations Enzo and Sandie Squillantini!! My wish came true!! I am so happy you are now in Makati, I am sure many will be happy too 🙂  General Carlos P. Romulo must be smiling in heaven now.  It’s a great tribute to their grandfather which will keep the memory of all his great deeds alive for generations to come!  Good luck and more power to Romulo Cafe!  

Previous Entry:  Romulo Cafe December 20, 2009 

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The place is huge!  It is 2 floors.  This is the Garden area which will have a garden view

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Going up to the second floor…more photos

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 Many friends and family came for the opening to celebrate…Thank you for inviting us too 

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 There was non stop overflowing food! Yum!  We will be back again to have our family meal with Dad 

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For reservations and inquiries please call 478-6406 or  822-0286

cellphone #:  0915-561-1888 look for Anthony

148 Jupiter st. corner Comet ( near Reposo ) Bel Air 

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Starbucks Christmas Gift Card

By | Christmas, What's New at Starbucks? | One Comment

Have you heard of our Christmas gift card? Well, if you’re thinking of giving coffee as a gift this Christmas, then this is perfect for you. Not only is it a Starbucks Christmas card, it also comes with a free tall beverage voucher that you can give as a gift. Also, what’s so special about this card is that part of the card can be turned into a tumbler design for your Starbucks create your own tumbler. Cool right? You can have this for only P160.

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Discover the New Retail Haven for Outlet Shopping

By | Hearty Deals, Shopping, What's New at Rustan's | 2 Comments

 Have you heard about the pleasing, vibrant place where community takes shape and public life happens in Sta. Rosa? Discover Paseo, your lifestyle and outlet center of the South, is home to numerous enterprises ranging from of outlet shops, fine restaurants, fast food, bars & cafes, plus specialty stores, service centers and the new market station. Paseo is the premier retail component of Greenfield City, Sta. Rosa Laguna.

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Paseo boasts of a wide array of sophisticated retail mix and still up for expansion. Designed with a sprawling, verdant, pedestrian-friendly, open-air setting, Paseo offers an impressive park-like ambiance and unparalleled shopping and dining experience.

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Feed your retail therapy needs and enjoy whirlwind shopping sprees from Paseo’s various outlet shops. Relish a lot of choices at best prices at the biggest outlet shopping haven in the country featuring a great line-up of quality brands like: Marks & Spencer Outlet, Debenhams Outlet, All Flip Flops, Speedo, Timberland, Mizuno, 158 Designer’s Boulevard, Benetton, Crocs Outlet, Nike Park and Nike Factory – the largest Nike outlet store in the country, opening very soon.

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You can also visit shops like Sports Outlet which houses brands like Dunlop/Slazenger; AKTV home to Gola, Vans, And 1 products; Sports Hub where you can find Sanuk, Yonex and Wilson  Premium Apparel which carries Aeropostale and Ambercrombie;  Bambu Outlet known for Ipanema and Grendha ; G-force which features brands like Oakley & Reef; Brand Smart which carries top fashion brands; Bench Depot where you can find Celio, La Senza, Mother Care, Pedro, Charles & Keith ; Adrenaline Outlet features Adidas, Converse, Puma and Porsche Design  and The Outlet which carries Gap & Banana Republic and enjoy shopping in style, delightful finds at unbelievable discounts.  

Get your style nix fixed at Paseo as they are also home to various fashion retail brands like Aerosoles, Nine West, Payless ShoeSource, and Samsonite. Also not to miss Beauty Bar – Stores Specialists Inc’s personal care store concept carrying non-traditional brands of cosmetics, skincare and beauty products not available anywhere else in the country. 

Head on to Paseo, for unparalleled shopping, sumptuous dining, superb ambiance and great savings everyday!

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The Cheese Steak Shop

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Our good friend Newton sent me this yesterday

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James had told me about this last July but we never got to go.  But this is a good incentive! 🙂 So we went for lunch today!! You won’t miss it because there is a big banner outside the building facade

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And there is a guy waving an arrow sign outside the parking 🙂

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I arrived a little before 12 noon and there were very little people 

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and as soon as we were going to line up, suddenly there was a line!! So we ended up being at the end of the line! James even came earlier but he was taking his time thinking there were not much people.  And after us suddenly people started coming in

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 James introduced me to Cheesesteak when he was still studying in Philadelphia and it was love at first bite 🙂  I let him do the ordering since he is the cheesesteak expert

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He finally got to the counter and ordered at 12:10pm after which we were waiting for 30 minutes to get our order.  It took quite awhile for everyone to get their orders.  I suggest you go early and during non peak hours to avoid waiting and to avoid getting too hungry 🙂

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While waiting we got our condiments 🙂

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This arrived first – Bacon Cheesesteak – we gulped it down so fast!  I normally have a hard time finishing half but this was manageable for me. The one on promo was only the 7″ size which os their smallest size so I guess it’s perfect for me.   It was yummy!! James the cheesesteak expert said ” it’s okay and it’s soft bread” 

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Then our fries – twister fries and we ordered side order value meal of garlic fries with soda 

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Then the free sandwich came which had mushrooms, onion and peppers which according to the staff – it is one of their bestsellers.  I personally don’t really like peppers too much – so I just removed the peppers and it was good!

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and someone was going around giving free pastries 

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frequency card 

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 Hurry!! you can still go today and then til the 24th, thursday!

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Couture is Here

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

Under the spell of 1970s jet set glamour, Juicy Couture reinstates head-to-toe dressing for Fall 2011. The collection finds endless possibilities in a magnetic mix of black, brights, furs and prints. Elevated attention to detail and texture ensures that outerwear and statement accessories will rule the season.

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West Coast prep goes international as cropped cardigans, silk blouses with dramatic bows and stretch twill skirts make a move to more sophisticated climes. Nautical stripes freshen the season’s tailored jackets, and playful polka dots add a bit of quirk to the classic trench.

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From French blossoms and poppy fields, to falling leaves and ribbon hearts, fall’s eye-catching patterns demand attention. An original “Lovebirds” print dress finds its match with a faux fur vest for a gypsy look as chic on the Left Bank as it is for Soho. Cropped or long, tailored Melton wool coats provide a stark contrast to the delicate silk dresses worn beneath. Leather-look denim adds an edgy complement to the soft peaches and pinks of washed silk chemise.

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Unstudied placement of the perfect accessory has long been a secret weapon to creating supremely chic style, and this fall, Juicy is armed with all the essentials — felt and mohair fedoras, oversized sunglasses, stretch beaded bracelets and T-strap heels. The Brentwood Prepster collection adds enamel chain and ribbon detailing to classic grosgrain stripes, while the leather Black Star collection nods to Juicy’s iconic turn-lock hardware.

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It is with great excitement, gold hardware and modern silhouettes, that Juicy announces its first haircalf handbag collection. Aptly named, this is Not a Test, the dark and luxe bags add just the right balance to any feminine look. Whether it’s a shoulder bag, a cross-body mini or carry-on duffle, take your pick of what promises to be among the season’s most coveted bags.

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About Juicy Couture

Juicy Couture is a glamorous, irreverent and fun lifestyle brand for the decidedly fashionable. Known for ascending the track suit to its status as a casual luxury icon, Juicy Couture continues to evolve, bringing the same confident, whimsical and feminine attitude to all its designs.

Founded in 1997 by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash Taylor, Juicy Couture was acquired by industry titan Liz Claiborne Inc. in 2003. Today, the global phenomenon offers an assortment that spans fashion apparel for women, girls and baby, handbags, shoes, intimates, swimwear, fragrance, accessories, jewelry, sunglasses and small goods.

The World of Juicy is growing and evolving at an unprecedented pace. Juicy Couture is available throughout North America in over 100 Juicy Couture and Juicy Couture Outlet stores, select department stores and online at JuicyCouture.com. Juicy Couture is also currently sold in retail destinations in 60-plus countries across Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

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In the Philippines, Juicy Couture is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati

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Mamou Too

By | Foodie, What's New at Power Plant Mall | No Comments

Finally we got to try the new Mamou in Powerplant Mall, Rockwell.  We didn’t want to join the crowd when they first opened.  Congratulations Oye and Malou!! 

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 Palm Spring Rolls

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Fish Fingers

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Mamou’s Linguine Vongole

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Batac Bolognese

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Lorenzo’s Truffle Cream

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Angus Rib Eye

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Lamb Tapa

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Kurobota Sinigang

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Grilled Vegetable Stew

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Baked White Fish

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Tarte Tatin

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Schlag!!

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Key Lime Pie

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Mamou too! Rockwell

L R1 148A, Rockwell Power Plant Mall, Makati City

Tels. (+632) 822-6218 / (+63917) 806-2668

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Chocolate with a Jam Ganache by The Fruit Garden

By | Yummy! | 5 Comments

From the makers of  

Previous entry:  True French Jam in Luxurious Style Sept. 21, 2011 

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A new line of Chocolates!!   

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One of the best combination dark chocolate with orange marmalade

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A 55% Dark belgium chocolate square with a pineapple coco rhum ganache

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A 55% dark chocolate with a specially made jam flavor for the ganache : strawberry black pepper, for a bursting taste experience

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A 55% Belgian Crunchy dark chocolate with our mango spices jam

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Chocolate and mint is an obvious combination, but Chocolate with Strawberry Mint is even better. And this time with white chocolate a very subtle taste experience!

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Mango Ginger

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High Tea for Mom

By | Celebrations, Decor and Set ups, Foodie | 12 Comments

A week before Mom’s birthday we celebrated already since we knew Mom was leaving.  We wanted to give her a dose of her own medicine!!  She always takes care of all of us and takes care of all the celebrations for the family,  so this time, we wanted to prepare something for her.

We thought of treating her to high tea in flower theme which she likes.   Each of us took care of something for the celebration

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Thank you to Fr. Julian or celebrating the Holy mass for Mom’s birthday.  He is a part of the family so we were happy he could celebrate with us

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 Pam was our stylist and she gave the guidelines for the attire which was stripes for the guys ( though some came in plaid hmmm… 🙂  ) and floral for the girls…with a hat to go with the high tea event 🙂

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Rustan’s Flower shop headed by my sister Maricar in collaboration with Tea with Madeleine set up the venue of our High Tea celebration

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I was in charge of the food and contacted different caterers and we all voted for Farah to do it.  We all thought she was the perfect choice and though this was her first time to actually have a high tea event, the food was really delicious and perfect for the event.  Thank you Farah!!!

Previous Entry:  Chef Farah Tolentino Ylagan June 27, 2011 

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Margs, Krie and Pam – the sisters in law – were in charge of the program and they did such a good job!  Maricar and I are lucky we have amazing sisters in law to help us 🙂  I made a video ( unedited ) putting together some highlights of the program.  I felt that photos cannot replace many things that a video can capture.  Reactions, emotions, and just witnessing what really happened.  So I have it both in video and in photos

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Pam took care of the cake 

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And Krie made limited edition Messy Bessy giveways for all of us in honor of Mom  

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Menchu

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Happy Birthday to my Mom, my beautiful Mom!  This is sort of my tribute to her 🙂

I love these old photos of Mom…I am not sure if she is modelling for Rustan’s or she is just posing for the camera.  But Mom was definitely a very fashionable lady eversince…and surely a BEAUTIFUL one! scan_41117221545_1.jpgscan_41117221619_1.jpgyoung-travel-5.jpg

Mom is about to give birth to my eldest brother here, who would have known she was even pregnant!  I never looked like that when I was about to pop!   

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In this photo, she is also pregnant with me inside, again, who would have thought she was pregnant??  Mom had all of us one after the other, year after year except for Quito the youngest.  So every year she was pregnant for four years! 

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Mom always looking so prim and proper! 

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This I remember was a jewelry ad for Rustan’s!  Mom should have been a professional model but she only did it for Rustan’s. Truly beautiful!

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