Mom's World of Arts and Happiness

Just because 4th of July has ended doesn’t mean that we can’t celebrate the Fourth of July here in the Philippines. Marriot Hotel Manila can help us celebrate the Fourth of July for a whole month.  Thanks to Marriot Hotel , the country’s prestigious American hotel brings the merriment closer to home through "All American, All Good" and I’m honored to be part of the event. I was able to get a taste of the the ultimate American food and savor the ultimate favorites from classic treats to modern twists. And to ensure authentic American flavors, guest chef John Havens of Certified Angus Beef (CAB) even cooked some and share why this premium meat is the finest and famous worldwide even with a globally royal price.

Nurturing connections—that is what being a Filipino is about. From warm hugs to friendly smiles, the genuine hospitality inherent in the Filipino spirit is indisputably unrivaled. The need to connect is deeply wired into our roots and that is something we all take pride in. This is why fastest growing social messaging app WeChat embodies and complements our highly social nature. Given that smart phones are now deeply entrenched into our everyday lives, WeChat, with a wide range of social features including  Live Chat, Video Call, Moments, Voice Chat, Group Chat, Shake, Look Around, Friend Radar , and  Sticker Shop , integrates ease and convenience into the whole mobile experience making it more enjoyable and worthwhile. But more than an enhanced way of interacting with our peers, WeChat, through partnerships with brands that have become part of the Filipino lifestyle, is now a gateway to everything that Filipinos love and enjoy. Mobile Shopping Made...

I was invited to get a glimpse of what a jeepney tour can offer and it had given me a new perspective in the term “jeepney”. We all know that jeepney plays and important part in our daily transportation. Jeepneys are called the “king of the road”. Jeepney was trace back during the American period and since we Filipinos are creative, we had transformed it with our Pinoy touch.  Photo credit: Jonathan Nava Going back to our jeepney tour, the jeepney that would take you around the metro are colorful and cool because it has an air-con that would make the passenger comfortable during the whole trip.  Every jeep has its own videoke. The Jeepney Tours knows how Filipinos love to sing, making the whole tour more memorable.

This year, the World Premieres Film Festival will feature for the first time ever the international premieres of films from Brazil, Ecuador, Iran, Spain, Turkey, and the Philippines. Our very own Lav Diaz will present his new film epic, "Mula sa Kung Ano ang Noon." The opening press conference of the World Premieres Film Festival 2014 will happen  this Sunday, June 29,2014 Meet the 8 international directors of the 8 films in the festival's Main Competition, as they introduce their films and give a brief Q & A. The participating directors are as follows: Rosario Boyer - Brazil Alfredo Leon -Ecuador Reza Azamian - Iran Lav Diaz - Philippines Arturo Prins - Spain Vicente Perez Herrero - Spain Juan Pinzas -   Spain Feyzullah Serkan Acar -   Turkey For more details, visit www.wpff.ph or the WPFF Facebook page.

I just wanted a pair of shoes for my son Ej and yet a got a whole lot more when I visited a branch of Fila for that purpose. Last weekend was a grand day Fila customers, for they got a chance to meet and greet the Philippine Volcanoes and Michel Martinez while doing some shopping at selected Fila branches for two consecutive days and I was included on that event. When you think of Fila, shoes would probably the first thing that would come on your mine .  Please be informed that Fila is much more that, because they also have the coolest design for apparel and bags. 

The Galaxy K zoom incorporates industry-leading camera features with the Samsung Galaxy mobile experience Samsung Electronics Philippines, Co. (SEPCO) today announced the availability of its newest camera specialized smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy K zoom. The Galaxy K zoom is a new smartphone that blends advanced digital camera technology with Samsung’s industry-leading Galaxy experience. It features effortless capturing ability, real optics, and a premium design, offering users the mobile solutions they need with the ability to create professional-quality visual content in a fun, easy–to-use device. “Sharing of photos has increasingly become part of our daily lives, however, there are still photography needs that consumers want to get out of their smartphones, and this is the very reason why we are introducing the Galaxy K zoom - to meet the discerning demands of our consumers with their smartphone camera,” said Candy delos Santos,

And it's back, the biggest and grandest health expo that been waiting by consumer every year The 2014 Nestle’ Chooose Wellness Expo will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 5 and 6 at Megatrade Halls 1-3 on the 5 th floor of Mega B of SM Megamall during mall hours, with gates opening at 10:00 a.m. During the Expo, visitors will be able to consult with a Nestlé nutritionist and obtain free nutrition advice, learn and experience Nestlé Wellness through fun booths, games and activities, and have opportunities to receive giveaways and prizes. They will get a chance to bring home an   Expo umbrella, avail of special Expo promos and discounts at the Expo Store, as well as taste  and enjoy delicious product samples.   The Choose Wellness Expo, now on its sixth year, will serve as a highlight to the celebration of  Nutrition Month in the country. Entrance is free and the event is open to the public. Visitors are encouraged to pre-register ...