The Country's Famous Massage in CALABARZON now in Davao! I always delight at the thought of going to a spa for massage. It has become a great source of relaxation and a place where I can just lay and relax for a good 60-90 minutes. See, when your job entails sitting in front of the computer for about ten hours a day or more, and you’re not even sure if you have the proper sitting posture or not, you will soon learn to love the heavenly wonders of a satisfying and relaxing massage.

A view of Banahaw Heals Spa - Davao branch entrance door

feeling the beat and vibe of The Kaagan Theatre Group's cultural performance

It's this wonderful time of the year for all Davaoenos and those who love Davao City.  The merry month of August spells abundance of fresh fruits and beautiful flowers everywhere. More importantly, August is the month for the The King of Festivals, the Kadayawan Festival.

To celebrate this festive event, Apo View Hotel offers a festive line up of promotions and activities to everyone. A stay in Davao for the Kadayawan is made more memorable if you book 2 night from August 5-18, you will get a gift certificate for a free overnight stay which can be used within 1 month. This enticing offer includes a daily breakfast buffet at the Entree, welcome drinks at the Blue Room plus a complimentary in-room WIFI.

Tribal dances

A pose with the Kaagan Theatre Group

Serving selected authentic recipes from the north, south and anywhere in between the 7107 islands of the Philippines

Their mean Kalderetang Kambing

I am happy and privileged to be part of Davao Food Appreciation Tour 2013 , now on its 6th year. More commonly called as DFAT, it has become a much anticipated yearly activity that aims to gather bloggers mostly coming from Davao City to be part of the 'three day event full of food, fun, and friendship'.

It was held last June 14-16 and was participated by 25 awesome bloggers. We had a food blast visiting 13 food establishments and 2 resorts, and without these kind and accommodating sponsors, this special event wouldn't have been possible. And to the organizers, thumbs up to you guys!!! It was really memorable ( and yes, very very gastronomic!)

my skin's outdoor companion in its new packaging

I first got to know Human Heart Nature (or more commonly referred to as Human Nature) through an online forum about three years ago. I was immediately attracted by its wide array products, natural and organic at a very affordable price. I looked it up and Googled the nearest distributor in my area. I have then registered to be a dealer mainly because I wanted to have discounts for my personal purchases , you know how wais (smart) moms are.

Among its line of make-up, baby care and skin care products, my favorite is the Citronella Bug Spray (now called Bug Shield Mosquito Repellent) . It is the one item that I always keep in handy wherever I go. See, I have a feeling that my skin is the type that mosquitos go for. Sounds like a compliment eh? But it's not. Ever since I was a kid, I can remember everytime that I am outside the house playing or simply hanging out with friends, I always noticed that I am the only one being bitten by these pesky insects.  Does this mean that my blood is sweeter than theirs? They are sucker for my blood, literally.

Receiving compliments from kids are much sweeter, truer. (photo credits to : appreciationadvantage.com)

The classic Cecil's Egg Pie

It's a given that I am a sucker for egg pies. I also have the same addiction to its cousins: egg tarts, leche flan, meringues and Brazo de Mercedes. I know that these heavenly creations are the possible causes of Diabetes, which is present in our bloodline, but i just go weak whenever I get to lay my eyes on them. Good thing I have a strong urge not to frequently stop by Lachi's or Sugar Munch - two of my favorite dessert stores located in the same street, Marfori, the one I pass by regularly going to and from my residence in Ma-a. Or should I acknowledge the blessing that God makes it easier for me to satisfy my sweet tooth cravings? Hmmm, yay!

The heat of the summer has made the ice cream, smoothie and milk tea businesses more thriving these days.

Recently I was brought to a whole new world of my favorite comfort food and was able to sample Davao's first and only maker of artisan ice cream, Sweet Spot. It is called artisan because it is made by skilled crafts persons who produce the ice cream in smaller batches, as needed.

The exciting trivia about Sweet Spot is, it's the first ice cream shop to use crocodile eggs for their ice cream to replace the traditional cream. This makes the consistency more creamier and tastful. As of now they serve two flavors made with crocodile eggs: the Dragonfruit Crocodile Ice Cream and the Buko Pandan Crocodile Ice Cream. You may also enjoy the classic and fruity flavors such as:  Mango Mazing, Vanilla, Coffee Rush, Strawberry, Cookies & Cream, Cheezee Cheese, Ube Purple and Buko Pandan.