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  1. Pnoy brings Grace Lee to Bulletin anniversary party

    February 2, 2012 by ajay

    Pnoy & Grace Lee

    Art Samaniego, the tech editor of Manila Bulletin snapped this stolen shot of Grace Lee and President Aquino attending Manila Bulletin’s anniversary party today. This confirms what we’ve been reading in the headlines lately and the President’s admission the other day that yes, he’s seeing the Korean TV personality.

    This time around, it seems the President doesn’t care what the public will say. (and the public is too glued to the Corona impeachment trial anyway). Maybe it’s also because Ms. Lee knows too well the workings of the media, being with GMA News TV and Magic 89.9.

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  2. Ruffa Gutierrez on parenting

    February 1, 2012 by ajay

    At an event organized by Wyeth’s Progress Pre-School Gold last week, we had the chance to hear Ruffa Gutierrez talk about a topic she rarely discusses with media: her children and her parenting style. She’s shown in photo with another lovely mom, Patricia Bermudez-Hizon.

    Ruffa Gutierrez & Patricia Hizon

    As we all know, Ruffa is now a single mom and her two children with Yilmaz Bektas – Lorin & Venice, now stay with her. The actress says she’s definitely less strict with her girls than her mom Annabelle Rama was while she was growing up. She’s allowing her two daughters to be their own person so that they can explore their full potential. But she says she remains alert as a parent, especially when it comes to monitoring her kids’ internet use and usage of modern digital devices.

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  3. Grace Lee is Pnoy’s newest love interest

    February 1, 2012 by ajay

    Looks like TV personality Grace Lee is President Aquino’s latest love interest. I had to retrieve from my stock photos this picture I took of her last year in a party at Opus in Resorts World. She’s pretty all right. But what caught my attention was the big LV Vernis Alma bag she was carrying. Hmm, Made in Korea kaya or Made in France? LOL.

    Grace Lee

    This nation is fascinated with all things Korean too much, and this now includes our President. I have to give it to Korean girls: their skin is flawless and they really make an effort in dressing up.There is no way they will be losyang and only a few of them are fat (*sigh)

    So yes, all telltale signs point to the fact that Pnoy and Grace Lee are seeing each other –

    Pnoy (to reporters): “Yes, we are seeing each other.” (your confirmation means we will talk about you more) :)

    Grace Lee: “Wala pa akong nire-release na statement & I’ve never spoken of him publicly YET.” (aha!)

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  4. Subic vacation & stay at Lighthouse Marina Resort

    February 1, 2012 by ajay

    This is a rather belated post on our recent mini-vacation in Subic. We haven’t been travelling lately as I’ve been busy with a million other things. And when you can’t afford to be away for so long, three destinations near Metro Manila come to mind: Tagaytay, Clark & Subic. This time around, we chose the latter.

    It goes without saying: taking the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) takes the hassle out of travelling to Subic. From the NLEX, you can easily get to Subic in two hours’ time. Just be prepared to pay much higher road fees.

    SCTEX

    Upon entering the free port zone, we made sure to drop by Meat Plus Cafe along Sampson Road. There really aren’t too many outstanding restaurants in Subic and Meat Plus is a must-try because of its affordable, quality food. Here’s what’s good about this place:

    Meat Plus, Subic

    The apple fritters a la mode that my daughter had looked really appetizing.

    Apple fritters

    We checked in at the Lighthouse Marina Resort which had a good location along Waterfront Road. The resort’s Aqua Terrace room (rate: P7,000 ++ a night) had a king-size bed, 42-inch LCD TV, iPod dock and other modern amenities. I thought the best thing about the room was the ample-sized bath tub. You can see it from the bedroom, but you can always pull down the shutters if you’re not on honeymoon and sharing the place with other family members :)

    Lighthouse Marina Resort, Subic

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  5. KC Concepcion for Rogue : nowhere to be found!

    January 27, 2012 by ajay

    The sight of KC Concepcion on the cover of Rogue Magazine got us “electrified.”

    But in journalistic parlance, this could also mean we were “nakuryente” or given a wrong report because I couldn’t find a single copy in major bookstores and newsstands. This was true last Wednesday when I first looked for the mag in the gigantic Fully Booked in Bonifacio High Street and also in Market! Market!

    The people of Rogue Magazine are certainly being roguish for coming out of the cover announcement ahead of its distribution. How could a January-February issue be NOT ready by January 26 and beyond? Perhaps the circulation manager deserves a good spanking (with the python KC is holding on the cover, no less). I would like to buy more of Rogue but I’ve already intimated how I can’t really find this magazine in my favorite Ministop or 7-11. Duh.

    Meanwhile,the Rogue page on Facebook came out the other day with another sensual photo of KC, titillating the guys more. I still think the cover photo is better, but then again, am not a man :)

    KC for Rogue

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  6. KC Concepcion on Rogue Magazine cover for January – February 2012

    January 24, 2012 by ajay

    After the brouhaha caused by the photoshopped portraits of Charice and Jinkee Pacquiao in two rival fashion magazines, Rogue Magazine has come out with the scoop of broken-hearted star KC Concepcion in full butt-centric glory for its January-February 2012 double issue. Unlike Charice’s and Jinkee’s covers, KC Concepcion for Rogue is gaining more positive, than negative, comments.And KC seems to be saying here: “eat your heart out Piolo! am holding your head.” :)

    KC Concepcion, Rogue - Feb. 2012

    She’s sporting shorter hair now. (because you know what they say, women do crazy things when they’re mending a broken heart). And the snake she is holding on the cover is real. It is her pet python Coco :)

    Prior to this, the 27-year old KC also covered for Rogue. In February 2008, to be exact, even before she and Piolo became an item.

    KC Concepcion, Rogue -2008

    which one do you like better?

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  7. Noose, Carrot & Limpet from Crumpler

    January 24, 2012 by ajay

    Crumpler is a brand I’ve always relied on for the sturdy protection of my gadgets. It’s been three years already and am still using the two brightly-colored laptop bag and case from Crumpler to carry my Macbook. True that their products are a bit more expensive but you get safe portability and functionality in return.

    By coincidence, I was sent items of Crumpler accessories to review: a bag tag called Limpet, a pencil case named Carrot and a camera strap called Noose. All attractive names, isn’t it? I welcomed this review since the Crumpler accessories line is something I haven’t fully explored yet.

    Let’s begin with the Limpet. I immediately liked its choice of colors and the modern, jazzy design. This piece doesn’t really discriminate whether the user is a boy or a girl. It is elegant, period. Am sure anybody wouldn’t mind hanging this on their luggage when travelling.

    Crumpler limpet

    The best thing about this item is that it doesn’t look like a luggage or bag tag, unless you pull out the card containing the owner’s info. Of course, you can hide your money or credit cards in here too (like some women who stuff the most unimaginable things in their bra), but we don’t really advise this :) It’s not meant to be a wallet.

    Crumpler limpet

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  8. Katy Perry live in Manila…. are you ready?

    January 22, 2012 by ajay

    Katy Perry is in Manila! The Queen of Pop arrived without much fanfare it seems, choosing to fly in via private jet from Jakarta where she last performed for her California Dreams 2012 tour.

    By mid afternoon of Saturday, The Katy Perry arrived just in time for the launch of her perfume Purr at the SM Mall of Asia (SM MOA Concert Grounds is also the venue of her concert). There was also a meet & greet with fans, and I saw this pic of her and Tim Yap on Twitter. She’s sporting blue hair.

    I wrote before about how I watched her concert Down Under and I must say it’s highly recommended. Katy’s concerts show her talent to the fore and this is matched only by the spectacular production of her team. Katy even performs magic stunts on stage. Her stage props like giant cupcakes, lollipops and cotton candies are meant for the mostly young girls who comprise her fans.

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  9. P.F. Chang’s now in the Philippines! our first taste

    January 20, 2012 by ajay

    P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, a popular US-based full-service chain, has opened its first branch in the Philippines & also its first in Asia. The resto is a sprawling two-storey affair at a new complex in Alabang Town Center called The Street. We daresay everything is impressive: from the structure to the modern interiors to the food. The restaurant layout speaks of the fact that this isn’t just a place for eating but of drinking and hanging out as well.

    PF Chang's

    PF Chang's

    In a nutshell, here are a few good things about P.F. Chang’s at ATC: unlimited rice (and brown rice!), a menu for vegetarians and those who want it gluten-free. The food isn’t strictly Chinese but is Chinese-inspired and really good. I was glad to know that they don’t use MSG.

    PF Chang's

    One of my favorites was Chang’s Spicy Chicken (P320 an order). I liked the fact that it was breaded so lightly and not drowning in sauce. An exquisite version of sweet and sour.

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  10. UPCAT results 2012 out now

    January 18, 2012 by ajay

    Results of the highly-competitive UP College Admission Test (UPCAT) which high school seniors took last August 2011 are out now.

    The results are best viewed online through the UPCAT Results 2012 Online link in the University of the Philippines College of Admission website. Names on the list will qualify for enrollment in any of the nine campuses in the UP system namely: Baguio, Cebu, Diliman, Iloilo, Los Baños, Manila, Mindanao, Pampanga and Tacloban

    Here’s the list of UPCAT passers in alphabetical order:

    Aaron, Eunice Moncada – Abes, Hector Salazar

    ABES, LOIZA ALLISON BANDIOLA – ACLAN, SHERLYN ANTOINETTE BOONGALING

    ACLAN, STELLAH GRACE PALOMARES – AGREDA, ROCHELLE IVY DELACRUZ

    AGRIMANO, RONALYN BENDO – ALAZAS, ANDRE MIKO BONTES

    ALBA, MAXINE LALLY TYBACO – ALFARO, RACHELLE ANNE TOLENTINO

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