Though Scotland gets the most praise for their whiskey brands full of rich caramel, smokey flavors, there is another region that hits the nail on the head in the most aromatic and delightful ways. Modeled after some of the traditional favorite scotches, Asia throws unique spins on the way they craft their drinks, to give an exciting and new flavor to fill your decanter sets with and open your eyes to the whole continent of great whiskey. From India to Japan, the culture and preparation styles of fine drinking remind us, from inside those beautiful glasses, to ... Continue Reading...
Archives for April 2017
5 ways to make traveling easier and more pleasant!
Longer trips for vacations or weekend outings can be particularly tricky when you have a family, especially when you're trying to keep everyone happy each day. Finding little tricks and hacks to have an easier time during your travels is essential to enjoying your time with the family or your friends. Don't create such stress you need a vacation after you recover from the trip! Instead, just cut corners and use methods to simplify and enhance your traveling experiences. 1. Snack healthy! Eating junk throughout the trip, while fun, isn't the best option for your mind ... Continue Reading...
New executive chef at Marco Polo Ortigas + signature dishes
Marco Polo Ortigas Manila - most recently awarded the coveted five-star rating by Forbes Travel Guide - introduced last month its new executive chef, Alistair Bletcher, who is a veteran of several international hotel chains. Prior to his appointment, he worked in the same position for a luxury resort and spa in Maldives. Chef Alistair also spent a few years of his childhood in the Philippines so the country is really nothing new to him. He's expected to infuse the familiar flavors of home while interpreting it in ways that will please even the most finicky ... Continue Reading...
Cucina ni Lola lunch buffet @panpacificmanila
From April 17 to 21, Pacific Lounge at Pan Pacific Manila in Malate offers the Cucina ni Lola lunch buffet for only P1,000 net per person. Sample the finest heirloom dishes conceptualized and executed to perfection by one of the Philippines' finest chefs, Chef Myke Tatung Sarthou, known simply as Chef Tatung. All these amid great views of the Manila Bay and the city skyline from the hotel's 21st floor. We attended the media preview of the lunch promo and boy, it did make me miss the good ol' home cooking that my mom and grandma exerted effort in preparing. In ... Continue Reading...
Summer : best time to get the dengue vaccine!
The saying "better be safe than sorry" couldn't be truer than in the case of the dreaded dengue which is an endemic disease to tropical countries like the Philippines. There have been many cases of death but this need not happen needlessly because dengue is highly preventable through vaccination. You can always ask your school, company or family doctor about being immunized against dengue. And the good news is that even the friendly mall store Watsons has announced scheduled immunization dates in select branches nationwide. Watsons has teamed up with leading ... Continue Reading...
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