Reviews and... stuff

Me and my so-called "little" addictions!

Monday, June 25, 2012

Unpaid Review: Just pure HAPPINESS and SATISFACTION!

Cold Drinks especially Frapuccino is spelled as L-O-V-E. My boyfriend can bribe me with this every time I am sad or whenever I am in my "tampo" mode. (You know, just like guys -- the way to a woman's heart is through her craving tummy! *sniff*)

What makes me happy: Blu Gre Coffee and Bo's Coffee. NOW YOU KNOW! =)

Unpaid Review: Just pure HAPPINESS and SATISFACTION!

During my free time (whenever I get the chance to work, not play time), I rush to this certain coffee shop in a certain mall here in Davao and spend the non-paid hours there. The coffee shop is a native of Cebu City - Bo's Coffee.

I don't know their history but what I know is I simply love the interior and the overall feel of the place. It's like a home for me since it's not as noisy as other coffee shops. Getting in touch with my keyboard on a laminated working table is so comfortable together with their bar chairs that are just perfect for those who want to have some "steady" time.

That's their working station with coffee-related sticker arts.

My premium hot chocolate. You know what I love about their hot cup? The taste isn't too commercialized compared to (hmm, you know what I'm talking about). There's no consistency and worst, sometimes, it's served warm not HOT! Na-ah.

Another must-try: If you're into those non-coffee based drinks, you should try the Chocolate Chip. I love it to death. The whipped cream is thick and not-too-sweet, the taste is so good and the ice is crushed right. The price is fine, P145 for a a taste you won't forget in just an hour. It doesn't taste like ICED MILO/OVALTINE (like those one's being sold at this super "sikat" coffee shop). Btw, segway lang, I got so disappointed when I ordered their Frap (Chocolate something) and the texture is like sand, it also tasted like Milo with ice and the whipped cream was melted (just like the cream sold on shelves-definitely not chilled, I don't know what was that. Paying for P165 for a drink such as that isn't worth it AT ALL.

I love the place, I love everything about it. From their staff down to the mini pancakes sold at P55. Bo's coffee is definitely a must-try! :)

Saturday, April 14, 2012

CDO: What I love about you!

Last April 12, we went to CDO for some business matters. We stayed at the Marigold Hotel with the help of booking.com, toured CDO and we ate our heart OUUUUUUT!!!!

We arrived in CDO around 7 in the morning. We rode the Rural Transit Bus from Davao. The only bus that brings Davao closer to CDO, so we have no choice! Road trip, it is!

Fare cost: P575 non-stop (aircon/6 hours travel time), P510 4-stop (aircon/about 8 hours travel time) and P475 (non-air). I think the last trip from Davao is 10 or 11pm, daily.

First stop: Agora Terminal (East Bound)

From Agora, you can ride the "rela" or better known as tricycle to get to the main streets of the city. Around the area, it only cost P7 (seven pesos) for one-way. Anyway, from there, we went directly to our hotel located at Velez cor. Luna St.

Check-in time!! We we're gladly assisted by the friendly staff of the hotel. Sign some docs and then, we were given the key to our room. I'd like to share this. Two days ago before going to CDO, I booked the hotel via an online website, we we're charge P2,500++ for two nights, not bad. However, the hotel staff told me that we will only be charge P2,076 for a night and they will get P500 security deposit (which is refundable). Nothing -- just like to share how cost-efficient this place is! Hehe. Btw, request a room with no windows, it lessens the noise since it is located in a very busy street :)

This is our room. Clean, cozy, huge enough (w/ refrigerator, aircon unit, built-in cabinet, hot and cold shower and so many stuff) -- for only P1000/night.

This photo only shows half of the room.

Work and Lakwatsa mode: Divisoria to Cogon Market up to anywhere!

Enough for "rela," we then rode a jeepney. All the jeepney of CDO can take you around the city. Great value, right? :)

Food Trip!! We only got some pictures because we we're too busy eating and enjoying the food.

Missy Bonbon - Limketkai Branch

The Pastel of Missy Bonbon is quite different from Vjandep. The filling tastes good but medyo konte. But I enjoyed it a lot! Look at cute blue-yellow box, isn't is so lovely? Add up my fresh orange juice, namnam!

These huckleberry pancakes are oozing with flavor. Another namnam. It goes perfectly with blueberry syrup, butter and powdered sugar as well as with the fresh fruits. The taste is light yet the flavor that brings the after taste is so yummy! Five-star for the soft and fluffy pancake! :)

The cutest cat of Missy Bonbon, staring at me. The interiors of the store is wonderfully blended. The colors are attractive and adds up a cozy yet comfortable feeling.

Butcher's Best Barbeque - Hanes cor. Corrales St.

Indeed, it's the best Bbq CDO has to offer. Affordable and full of awesomeness!!! :)

We haven't got any picture apart from this because we we're too busy eating. The price? It's so affordable.

Boneless Chicken - P15/stick
Pork Bbq - P14/stick add P2 for hot & spicy
Sisig - P85
Solo Sisig - P47
RICE (you will need a lot of this) - P10 only!

It's tasty and for sure, these meat on sticks will let you crave and comeback for more!! Your P100 will go a loooong way! :) Definitely, a must-try in CDO!

Alberto's Pizza - Divisoria, CDO

No photos. Just check out their website and see what I mean -- http://albertospizzacebu.com

Stuffed our tummy with two flavorful pizza + mountain dew with a price of P200. Fun, right? :)

Side trip - CDO's night life

Weekends (Friday and Saturday) - Proceed to Divisoria. From Ukay-ukay to steaming hot grilled stuff, you'll find it there! But be ready to join the crowd! :)

Weekdays - We hanged out at Star Mart, Caltex Station at Velez St. until 11pm I guess. A lot of people we're drinking there as well. Cool place to chill and relax after a busy day. Lexi's Grill (the rela drivers know this), it's a grilling station that serves all your liquid needs! :D

Enjoy your CDO trip just as much as we enjoyed it!! :)

Now, all I can say is -- It's more fun in the Philippines!!!

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

A PRAYER FOR FEAR

Heavenly Father,

As we kneel before Your throne of grace, we ask a special blessing and benediction upon us, Your people. We particularly pray that You will shield and defend us from the ravages of fear and anxiety. Place Your protective mantle around us and our loved ones that we will be fearful of nothing. Help us, Father, to change these times of fear and apprehension into trust and assurance. Keep us steadfast and resolute of purpose in serving You and in doing Your will. Forgive our weakness and shortcomings. Lord, hear our prayer, for we give You praise, honor, glory and thanks.

Amen.

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Shoes, shoes and nothing but SHOES!

Spoil yourself with these shoes, make them yours!! :)

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=)

Friday, February 17, 2012

Shoe Gazing!

Look what I have found while browsing the net. It's a fruit shoe by Charlotte Olympia. I really don't understand why she designed a shoe like this, hmm.. maybe she loves it or someone she knows love to eat watermelon, banana and strawberries? :) This chunky fruit basket turned into a shoe costs £873. Okay, 'nuf said.

It may not be the same as Charlotte's but it's definitely a good replica. I actually love the edgy look of this foxy shoe, especially the chunky wooden heel.

If you're thinking of paying about £873 (computing.. nah.. never mind), think again. You can drag this fruity shoe design for 1,600 pesos.

Where: raysuiDOTmultiplyDOTcom

Just message me and tell me you want that limited edition fruity patootie!

Happy shopping! :)

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Goodbye, Phone

No photos to show, it's a wreck. My e72 is now resting in peace. I bought it two years ago and now I have to let it go. It breaks my heart seeing that phone break into pieces, but I have to accept it - nothing lasts forever.

Yesterday, a bad thing happened and my phone was blown by the wind, far, far -- so very far away. *sigh* I'm currently using my Nokia 101 Essential for all my transactions, etc. Good thing it's a dual sim phone so I can use both numbers at the same time. *again, sigh*

Now I am planning to get a new one. I'm planning to buy this one:
Maybe not today nor tomorrow but pretty soon (that's if I have extra.. tsk!)

I am really not into these techie phones but I love how iPhone 4s attract me. It's sleek, handy and stylish. Can you help me? Is this worth it? 30k something is a huge amount of money -- sighhh.

*Ohhh, I wanna faint...*