It's been a loooong time since I climbed Taal Volcano. Make it close to 20 years! Manilans like us just go to Tagaytay for the cool weather and to try out the restos. Mostly, we're content seeing the ridge from afar. The view, even in McDonald's, is simply priceless. Motoring down to see Taal Volcano up close is highly recommended if one's tired of the same old routine. The visit appears to be more popular among foreign tourists, out-of-towners and balikbayans. They find it amazing that there's a lake within a volcano, and an active volcano within a lake. Only ... Continue Reading...
Archives for July 2017
TrueMoney Philippines: fintech company for the underbanked sector
Despite the massive modernization we see in major cities in Metro Manila, there remains a large part of the Philippine population which remains underserved when it comes to banking and finance services. In fact, according to a study by the BSP (the Central Bank of the Philippines), " nearly 40% of municipalities in the country do not have any banking presence." Enter TrueMoney, one of the newest FinTech (financial technology) companies to enter the market.Unlike its contemporaries which focus on an app-based service or digital-first business model, TrueMoney ... Continue Reading...
Quaker overnight oats : the answer to our busy mornings
Overnight oats have gained popularity. It's because they look so pretty in those containers and are highly portable in real life. Just put all the needed ingredients in a mason jar and you have what you need for a healthy, nutritious meal on the go. In this photo: Quaker Oats with peanut butter, jam and strawberries .... “A lot of people actually think that oatmeal is hard to prepare. But it’s actually not, it’s not only easy, but a really convenient healthy breakfast option. It’s high in fiber, source of protein, vitamins and minerals that would give you ... Continue Reading...
How to dream big
There is no shortage of inspirational material on the internet, in books, and in videos. It can be difficult to navigate all of the advice and mantras that are supposed to help you get what you want in life. Sometimes, we are left feeling worse than we did before we started researching about how to achieve our goals, make the money we want to make, and live our lives to the fullest. Sometimes, it is better to cut the fat from our journeys and focus on the what we really want. But how do you do that? If you are tired of the same old, same old, and are wanting more from ... Continue Reading...
Miss Philippines Earth 2017 candidates visit Yoshinoya in Glorietta
The 40 candidates for Miss Philippines Earth 2017 are on a whirlwind schedule now that it's less than two weeks to go before the crowning of new title holders on July 15 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. We were thrilled enough to meet nine of the lovely ladies when they paid a visit to Yoshinoya Glorietta 1. It was good to hear their platform for contributing to the preservation of Mother Earth. The ladies were articulate and young yet already clear about their determination to do something for the environment. The girls' visit were of course capped ... Continue Reading...
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