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How to Renew Your Driver’s License 2018
If you do any driving, you know having a valid driver’s license is a must-have. In the Philippines, driver’s licenses expire on one’s birth date after 3 years’ validity. One thing I am happy about that this administration has done, is the extension of the driver’s license validity from 3 years to 5 years. As…
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Massage Miracles Home Service Gua Sha Massage Review
If you are looking for a professional outfit to do a home service massage, check out Massage Miracles by Athena! They also offer Gua Sha massage. What is Gua Sha? Gua sha is the practice of using a tool to apply pressure and scrape the skin to relieve pain and tension. Gua sha is intended…
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The New Karate Kid TV Series is Freakin’ Awesome!
I heard about Cobra Kai last month from some YouTubers that I watch. They were all praises for this show, but I was just so skeptical about it. I thought that it was just another bad 80’s remake like all the bad ones that we’ve been getting lately. Well, because my usual TV shows have…
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Hitachi Window-Type Inverter Aircon Review (Compact)
Since I did my Hitachi vs. Carrier Inverter Aircon post, some of you have been asking for a fuller review on the Hitachi Window Type Inverter Aircon. I also have a review of our newer LG 1.5 Dual Inverter Aircon here: https://www.karenmnl.com/lg-dual-inverter-aircon-review/ Found an unexpected winner aircon, review here – Gree Window-type Inverter Aircon –…
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How to Go to Shenzhen from the Hong Kong Airport
If, for some reason, you have to go to Shenzhen, China right away after landing at Hong Kong International Airport, it’s actually quite easy. GETTING A VAN TO SHENZHEN FROM THE HONG KONG AIRPORT For us, the simplest way to get to Shenzhen from the Hong Kong airport is by catching a van. There’s a…
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How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 2 – Dining + Airport Express!
If you haven’t read Part 1, please do so here. Part 1 talks about what Klook is, how I bought a local SIM card with internet, etc… Aside from mobile internet and MTR passes, I also bought some dining vouchers. Note: For the dining vouchers, Klook asks for the date when you will use it,…
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How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 1 – Mobile Internet + MTR!
I recently went on a trip to Hong Kong and China, and of course, I checked Klook.com for deals! I discovered Klook.com on a previous trip, and at the time, it seemed like nobody had heard of Klook. I wasn’t even sure if it was legit. Since then, I have used Klook several times –…
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Jerry O’Connell Stars in Carter – HOOQ’s Newest Original Show
Have you missed Jerry O’Connell? I haven’t seen him in a while except for a few guest spots on a few tv shows. Well, we can see more of him now, because he’s back! Jerry O’ Connell stars in Carter, a detective drama with a comedic edge. CARTER In a deal with Sony Pictures Television,…
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SPAMALOT the Musical Review – Resplendently Silly & Fun!
When I was invited to watch the media preview for Spamalot, I almost declined because I didn’t think it was something I was interested in. My sister is the one who has CDs of Phantom of the Opera, Miss Saigon, and who watched The Greatest Showman. She told me that she had heard of Spamalot,…
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How to Start an Herb Garden – Affordable Gardening Supplies near QC Scouts Area
I like to plant herbs because I like having fresh herbs on hand. Any time I need herbs, I just go to my little herb garden and get what I need. There’s no need to go to the supermarket to buy an expensive pack of herbs that are usually not that fresh. And those supermarket…
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The Dessert Museum – Is It For You?
Last week, one of my foodie blogger groups was invited to check out The Dessert Museum. To be honest, I had no idea what kind of place it was. Wala sa crowd ko, bes. But because it’s named The Dessert Museum, I thought it would have all sorts of desserts. Or at least, it would…
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S&R Members’ Treat March 2018 Sale Finds + P5.00/L OFF Gas!
It’s that time of the year again when we go crazy over S&R’s Members’ Treat sale items! The S&R Members’ Treat is happening right now, from March 14 – 18, 2018! Not only that, S&R members also get P5.00/L discount on gas and P3.00/L discount on diesel when they gas up at participating Unioil stations…
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The Oath – Exclusively on HOOQ
Almost every streaming service is getting into original content these days. HOOQ – the largest Video On Demand service in South East Asia – just made its first foray into Hollywood Originals with Crackle’s The Oath. It debuted with all 10 episodes on March 8, 2018 in the US, the series will be fully available on…
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Updated: Hitachi vs. Carrier Window Type Inverter Aircon Experience / Review
Last year, we bought a 1.0 HP Carrier Inverter Aircon (Window Type). We originally planned to buy the cheaper Hitachi one, which we already had in another room. But my sister’s friend who had an appliance shop said that the Hitachi one was bad, and recommended that we get the Carrier instead (more expensive by…
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Chinese Stir-Fried Glutinous Rice Recipe 糯米飯
Happy Chinese New Year! I made Sticky Rice the other night for Chinese New Year. The dish is usually called Fried Glutinous Rice or Stir-Fried Sticky Rice or Nuo Mai Fan or Lo Mai Fan (糯米飯), and is one of my favorites. I’ve been trying to master this dish for a while and I think…
