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07/04/2026

𝗣𝗢𝗩: boundaries so strong the guest list is now you, your husband, your reflection, and 4 survivors 🙊🙈

04/04/2026

More Elyu Holy Week 2018 chika 😁

No trip is ever complete without a visit to the public market. And if you’re really like me, you’ll always find a reason to bring home another basket bag.
So on our last day in San Juan, I dragged all 3 boys to the next town, San Fernando, for a quick detour that turned into one of my favorite parts of the trip.
30 minutes on a jeepney later, we arrived and immediately got lost in the rhythm of the market. We wandered through narrow aisles, picking up little things that told stories: chichacorn from Ilocos, bottles of local vinegar, simple pieces that somehow felt more meaningful knowing exactly where they came from. Things we knew our friends back home would love just as much.
I’ve always believed that the best way to experience a place is through its people. Travel guides help, but nothing compares to asking locals, listening to their stories, and following where they lead you.
At the heart of the market, we were greeted by piles and piles of baskets and duyans—woven textures everywhere, each one calling out to be taken home. As I always do, I started picking up more than I should… until reality set in and I was reminded that my luggage had limits.
I settled for a few acacia wood plates instead. Beautiful, simple, and somehow even more special knowing where they came from. Not bad for a quick 30-minute stop.
But what stayed with me the most was something I didn’t take home.
A wooden cat statue, standing tall and proud, quietly left to rot near the restroom. The vendors told us the artisans from the Mountain Province no longer come to sell their pieces here.
I’ve never been to the northernmost part of the Philippines, but in that moment, I knew I wanted to go to meet the hands behind these pieces, and hear the stories they carry.

02/04/2026

Throwback to the very last time we went out of town for Holy Week 😅

Karlo and I were in Manila for The Lion King at Solaire and thought it would be such a waste to just go home and spend the long holiday there. So we dragged two friends to La Union only to get stuck on the road to Elyu for almost 10 hours on Good Friday 🤣😭.

Safe to say, I spent most of our time there in a bad mood (my sincerest apologies to the 3 men I was with 🙏🏽). I just wasn’t feeling the crowd and all the noise in San Juan, so I started looking for alternative things to do.

Good thing one of my friends suggested Bacnotan, just a short 20-minute tricycle ride from San Juan. We found a beach all to ourselves. No shops, no restos, no crowds. Just quiet. A stark contrast to the chaos in San Juan.
This was back in 2018, so I’m not sure if it’s still like this today but I’d really love to go back to Elyu. Just never again during Semana Santa 😅🙏🏽

📍Bacnotan, La Union (I don’t remember the exact name of the beach basta it’s near the Holcim Plant)

29/03/2026

We set out for the legendary Lan Fong Yuen at its original location in Central but HK shopping has a way of rewriting your plans, and we found their Tsim Sha Tsui branch along our route. What was supposed to be a light bite quickly escalated into a full-table spread too much for two.

🍛Beef Brisket with Rice & Curry. Tender, melt-in-your-mouth brisket swimming in a rich, aromatic curry sauce that begs for an extra bowl of rice.

🥯Crisp Bun with Butter & Condensed Milk. Simple, nostalgic, and perfectly toasted. The ultimate crunch-to-sweet ratio.

🥪Kaya French Toast. Golden, eggy, and oozing with that rich coconut-pandan goodness. It’s a classic for a reason.

🍜Scallion Chicken Fillet with Noodles. The savory MVP. That ginger-scallion oil is pure liquid gold over springy instant noodles.

🥯Pork Chop Bun. Juicy, seasoned to perfection, and tucked into a soft, toasted roll.

🥛You can’t visit the OG creators of “Silk Stocking” milk tea and not get the HK Style Milk Tea, incredibly smooth with that signature bold tea hit. 🥤For something refreshing to cut through the richness, the Salted Lime Soda is an absolute must.

🍋‍🟩We couldn’t leave empty-handed. We ended up hoarding bottles of their Salted Limes and some merch to bring a piece of this HK institution back home with us. 🍋✨

📍 Lan Fong Yuen (Tsim Sha Tsui)

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26/03/2026

new plates for the summer from H&M HOME Ayala Center Cebu by Ayala Malls 😍

21/03/2026

🐶💡IKEA Grejsimojs blue dog dimmable LED table lamp

We were seriously considering getting another dog. That this one sits, stays and lights up made it an all-too easy choice. “Grey-sim-oys” is often described as sounding similar to “crazy mouse” or a play on “watchamacallit,” highlighting the fun, functional nature of the products.

And oh, we got the cat-shaped container, too. 🐱🐾

IKEA IKEA Philippines

20/03/2026

No HK trip is complete without a stop at our favorite barber. ✂️

19/03/2026

Every time someone asks us for Hong Kong recos, we always say spend a few hours in Tai Hang. 🤍

It’s honestly one of the best neighbourhoods in Hong Kong! Right next to the chaos of Causeway Bay, but somehow calmer, quieter, and full of personality. Low-rise streets, indie cafés, little heritage corner. That rare village-in-the-city energy.
No major tourist spots. Just really good food, hidden gems, and the kind of vibes you almost want to gatekeep.

Here are some of our faves:

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18/03/2026

“𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝑳𝑶𝑾 𝑭𝑨𝑹𝑬𝑺 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥. 𝐀𝐬 𝐦𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧, 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐰.” - Candice Iyog, Cebu Pacific Air Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at the Cebu Pacific Stakeholders Event, March 9, 2026

With all the news about gas prices going up… here’s a little plot twist ✈️
Cebu Pacific just launched a ₱19.96 seat sale to celebrate their 30th anniversary! 💛

Book your seats now at www.cebupacificair.com

Book: March 17–22, 2026
Travel: Nov 1, 2026 – Mar 31, 2027

17/03/2026

at is finally here 👟✨
Still on my self-imposed shoe shopping ban… but it’s nice to have options 😅
(left with a Salomon Sense Aero Cap in fiery red instead 🤣 no regrets) 🧢

15/03/2026

Sawasdee, Cebu! 🇹🇭💦

Experience the vibrant magic of the Songkran Water Festival right here at Ayala Center Cebu! Thailand Week 2026 ENDS TODAY! Catch the best of Thai culture, commerce, and cuisine Activity Center (Level 1), Ayala Center Cebu.

What’s waiting for you:
• 🛍️ Shop: 50+ exhibitors featuring Thai fashion, beauty, gems, and food.
• 🥊 Watch: High-energy Muay Thai demos and traditional cultural dances.
• 🤝 Grow: Exclusive business matching sessions for local entrepreneurs.
• ✈️ Win: Daily raffles + a chance to win round-trip tickets to Bangkok!
📅 Dates: March 12 – March 15
🎟️ Admission: FREE!

Come for the shopping, stay for the spirit of Songkran. See you there!

09/03/2026

𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒓𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍, 𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆, 𝒆𝒙𝒉𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, & 𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒔𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒖𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒂 𝑪𝒐𝒕𝒕𝒐𝒏 𝑴𝒊𝒍𝒍

Whenever we visit Hong Kong, we always try to leave a little room for places that feel more local, those quiet corners that tell a different story about the place.

We finally made our way to The Mills last August, a spot we’d been curious about for a while. We originally came for the Accidentally Wes Anderson Exhibition, but as soon as we stepped inside, we realized the building itself was part of the experience.

The Mills was once a textile factory from the 1950s, and walking through it now feels like stepping into a thoughtful blend of past and present. The old industrial structure is still there, but it’s been reimagined with galleries, cozy cafés, and small artisanal shops showcasing local creativity.

We spent the afternoon slowly wandering from floor to floor, pausing for dim sum, browsing through little stores, and just taking in the quiet, creative atmosphere.It certainly didn’t hurt that it was the weekend, and the locals had brought their fur babies along too. 🐾

📍𝑯𝑶𝑾 𝑻𝑶 𝑮𝑬𝑻 𝑻𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬:

Take the MTR Red Line ( 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘳𝘶𝘯𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘒𝘰𝘬, 𝘑𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘯, 𝘛𝘴𝘪𝘮 𝘚𝘩𝘢 𝘛𝘴𝘶𝘪 𝘵𝘰 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭) Tsuen Wan Station and take Exit A3. It’s a breezy 12-minute walk or a quick ride to 45 Pak Tin Par Street.

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