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Tried & tested: Greenwich Pizza Thins
“What do you love most about the Philippines?” I asked Jeroen when we were dating in 1997. “Merienda.” (Hmmm….I though he would say me…) Around 2:30 PM, I still look for merienda. Especially when I’m...
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Found: Olympia Le-Tan’s LeSportsac collab
So I went crazy and got some Olympia Le-Tan x LeSportsac. Olympia Le-Tan is known for combining two of her passions—embroidery and books—into limited edition bags and clutches, lovingly made in France....
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Top 6 Best Dressed at the Oscars 2015
Don’t hold your breath. I am extremely hard to please when it comes to fashion. I look forward to the Oscars each year and try to wake up early to watch the Red Carpet arrivals. After spending a...
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Lee Min Ho opens 3rd Kyochon branch in the Philippines
Lee Min Ho, we meet again. Let me just say this: I love Lee Min Ho. Thanks to my cousin-in-law Keri Zamora, I discovered the wonders of Korean dramas via Boys Over Flowers, where Lee Min Ho plays the...
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Spotted: Hot men on the Paris Métro
“Uhmm…I take back what I said about French men,” Grace said after finding this new Instagram account, Mecs Métro Paris, which features photos of men taken in the Parisian subway. “You will ADORE the...
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Greenwich launches #UltimateBandkada Search
Greenwich believes the best combination for a fun time is delicious food, great music, and good friends. Greenwich pizza toppings are also made of the best flavor combinations. With this formula in...
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Help for Ralph Relucio
Last February 14, a 5th grade Xavier student named Ralph was badly burned during a camping activity. The school’s official statement can be found HERE. Every Xavier parent is affected and we have...
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Charles & Keith opens flagship store at Bonifacio High Street
I had no idea Charles & Keith was so huge in the Philippines, with 30 stores all over Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Olongapo, Pampanga, and more. Known for affordable fast-fashion footwear...
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Fifty Shades of Boring
Last night I decided to watch Fifty Shades of Grey because my office mate Dinna was talking about it and got me curious. And since I did not read any of the books I have a few questions, which I hope...
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MAC reveals Spring/Summer makeup trends for 2015
Romero Jennings, MAC Cosmetics’ director for makeup artistry, was recently in town for the beauty brand’s Spring/Summer 2015 Trends Presentation at Shangri-La Boracay. For Spring/Summer 2015, runways...
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Quick update: Help for Ralph
Thanks to two more donors, we have deposited an additional Php 45,000 to Ralph’s account, for a total donation of Php 212,573. To know more about the cause and how to help, click HERE.
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Why do Filipinos have mirrors on their desks?
Being married to a foreigner opens up your eyes to things you never even noticed about your country or fellowmen. For instance, Jeroen wanted to know why almost everyone at his office has a mirror on...
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The Suffering: What I gave up for Lent
This Lent I decided to give up four things that are difficult for me: Coke, cake, cookies, and ice cream. In the beginning the list also included chocolate, but I need to have some sugar, so I’ve had...
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The Odd Couple returns via RTL CBS Entertainment HD
I’m old enough to remember The Odd Couple when it aired on TV back in the ’70s. From 1970-1975, the original sitcom starred Tony Randall as Felix Unger and Jack Klugman as Oscar Madison. Forty years...
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Furla meets high tea at Raffles Makati’s at Prêt-à-Portea
Raffles Makati launches its second Prêt-à-Portea series at the Writers Bar, this time in collaboration with Italian luxe brand Furla. Enjoy high tea with teacup sandwiches, ham and cheese layered in...
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Tried & Tested: Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Sorry, I just got back from Hong Kong—am sick—and have lots of work to do. The trip was planned way back in November when I got invited to Art Basel Hong Kong. This time I chose to stay with my hubby...
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Spanish-meets-Pinoy food in Madrid Fusión Manila 2015:
Madrid Fusión—the biggest gastronomic trade fair in Spain—comes to Manila this April 24-26 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. It will showcase new, cutting edge and avant-garde techniques,...
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Follow me @chuvafinds
I believe that sharing is caring, and I think that if most of us would care to share tips, hacks and great finds, then the world would be a better place, and life and our journey would be much easier,...
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Olivia Wilde wears H&M’s sustainable style
H&M’s new Conscious Exclusive collection proves that fashion can be created using more sustainable materials such as hemp, organic linen and organic leather. The collection, worn in the campaign...
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Nackymade at Tala Manila this weekend
Japanese eyeglass artisans Nackymade returns to Manila this March 20-22 at Tala Manila from 10 AM-7 PM. For the last two years, Naoki (Nacky) Nakagawa his wife Tomoko have been traveling to Manila (as...
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