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 Modern-day Filipina women wear many hats. Aside from taking care of the family, most women take on other jobs and active roles outside the home. Though it is not easy to constantly juggle responsibilities, it brings a lot of challenges that also make their lives very fulfilling.

You could really taste the difference because Holiday Whole-Meat Ham is made of one whole boneless meat from the hind leg with no extenders. It is smoked in ham nets and simmered in a special sauce that gives richer flavor!

I love my morning cup of coffee. I'm not alone in saying my day doesn't start without it. As a coffee lover, I am always on the look out on trying alternatives because as much as I love coffee I can't intake so much because I get stomach disorders from drinking it. Recently, I got to try this Indonesian instant blend, Luwak White Koffie.  

 

Recently, I was invited to the opening of Casa Italia at Forbestown Road, Burgos Park. Casa Italia, which means Italian house in English, offers a wholesome array of real Italian dishes served in a fast and casual dining setting. 

As soon as I entered this place, I felt like I was immediately transported to Italy. 

How great it is for a woman to feel gorgeous in her own skin, and what better way to celebrate this feeling of empowerment than by perfectly captured images. 

 Recently, Myra, sent me two facial wash to review.

Nannic is a brand that's exclusively distributed in the Philippines by Clinique Esthetique, Nannic face and body care feature non-surgical treatments that is safe, totally painless and with visible results. Known for its "serum-in-cream technology", all products are formulated with high multi-active substances with a unique European made machine that work synergistically even to the most sensitive skin. 

Nannic NBE Professional RadioFrequency (with Active Serumes) is the only "capacitive type" RF available here in our country that works through the lymphatic system. This is an highly recommended treatment for skin tightening/lifting, cellulite, fat reductions, stretchmarks, hyperpigmentations, anti-acne and wrinkles. 

Nissin-Universal Robina Corporation launched its latest offering, Nissin Souper Meal, through its Japanese-themed noodle festival, Nissin Souper Food Trip. 

For many of us the holidays are a very busy and festive time of the year. It is a time when we find ourselves shopping and decorating and even planning a joyful holiday gathering for family and friends. One of the countless things on our to-do lists includes our desire to make sure that our underarms are beautiful and ready, whatever the occasion may be.  

This Christmas Give Big, Save Much Bring out the Santa in you with S&R's great holiday gifting ideas. Club-priced to make you save like Scrooge! 

Whether looking for a Christmas gift for individuals or for groups, the options at S&R are endless. Some of their Christmas gift baskets overflow with copious amounts of gourmet snacks and foods. Whichever Christmas gift basket you ultimately decide to give, they are sure to be enjoyed by all.

Share the joy of Christmas with the sweetest gift for your holiday indulgence. Cinnabon, the world’s famous cinnamon roll, together with Lotus Biscoff, the original caramelized biscuit, is offering a fascinating treat that’s going to fire up this season!

I love shopping online, most especially at Ensogo because they have a lot of nice things at a great price. I can spend hours browsing through their website while just relaxing comfortably in bed. Here are some things that I love to buy for our home.

I was both emotional and energized on the last day of our Malaysian adventure. It was the final day to complete the challenges and everyone was so competitive to reach the finish line of the race.

We were welcomed by these colorful trishaws. They were similar to our customary tricycle and pedicab but they looked more like a carriage from a kid’s fairy tale book to me with all the flowers and other decorations. The Hello Kitty embellishment made me merrier to ride one of them. Riding the trishaw along Jonker Street was extremely thrilling, especially with the gorgeous sceneries of Melaka.

Well, you guessed it right. I’m a Hello Kitty fan!

I knew that day was going to be amusing. My young-at-heart self was ready for the Trishaw Hunt and Jonker Street Photo Hunt contests. I wish we also have our version of the trishaw with our tricycle and pedicab here in the Philippines.

Again, it was one of the interesting ways to learn more about Malaysia and the must-see places. It was mentally and physically stimulating. We were given sheets to answer some trivia questions, and locate the printed pictures from actual items in different retail shops. Oh I wished I went there for shopping because there are quite a lot of lovely items I could take home. There were several food stalls as well. I couldn’t help but admire the places while we were looking for clues to complete our task.

We were mid-way through the hunt but I needed some refreshing because it was so hot. You have to try their cendol drink. I didn’t know if I was just thirsty that I finished my cendol quickly or it was just because it was super delicious!

Cendol is a traditional Asian dessert that is made from shaved ice, coconut milk, rice flour jelly and palm sugar. The green worm-like jelly is jendol in the native language which means “swollen” or “bulge”. 

Next stop was the Stadthuys Hunt.

Stadthuys, that means “city hall”, is a historical red-painted, mostly Dutch, structure located in heart of Melaka. The museum was grand and a replica of the olden times of the place. It was the premier  location of artifacts and costumes that will tell you how rich the culture is in Malaysia. You can also find the Christ Church and the Clock Tower in the compound of Stadthuys.

We wrapped up at the eminent Clock Tower. We were all cheering for each other and hugging each other for a job well done! It was no joke to run around, be under the sun for a long period of time, conquer our fears, strategize and exert a lot of energy completing the tasks assigned to us since Day 1.

Finally, it was time for lunch. I was so excited to try something new today after my memorable ostrich omellete meal during Day 4 (see post here). Malaysia, as always, did not disappoint us. 

The Awarding Ceremony was surely gratifying. Although Team Philippines didn’t win the race, we were all cheerful for Team Brunei. It already took a huge amount of effort to be part of this adventure; it meant more sweat and strength to win it.

Remembering the fulfillment I felt at that very moment makes me want to go back to Malaysia. The air was definitely filled with success and gaiety that we all made it. We didn’t plainly complete the race; we made great memories and friendship out of it. Indeed, places are mere locations in the map until you let yourself be in it and have fun. That’s the only time places become special.

And just when we thought the celebration was over, the host prepared a feast for us. Our dinner was at the Grand Hibicus Ballroom. Truly rewarding! It was like a special wrap for the already special gift from Tourism Malaysia.