Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. announced that passports issued in 2009 won’t need to present birth certificates upon renewal. In a tweet, Locsin stated that presenting the old passport is enough for the renewal process. This became a concern after he came out with a statement on Twitter that the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) needed to reinforce its …

They say that Christmas isn’t all about the gifts. But, what’s a little thing more to make the special women in your life smile, feel loved, and feel a lot more appreciated? Because let’s face it. All of us are handfuls and these women who choose to stay in our lives and make it better every day definitely deserve something …

The Department of Tourism – Cordillera Administrative Region (DOT-CAR) unveiled its first regional tourism slogan on Dec. 5, at an event at the Baguio Country Club, Baguio City. OIC-Regional Director Jovita Ganongan shared the new slogan, “Find Yourself in the Cordilleras” to different tourism stakeholders who graced the event. “We Travel To Find Ourselves” DOT-CAR is the first region to …

The World Health Organization (WHO) stated that the cases of measles jumped to about 17, 300 in the first 11 months of this year compared to last year’s statistics. This rise is mostly seen in conflict-stricken areas in the south. Overcrowding in temporary shelter areas, low vaccine penetration and migration worsened the measles problem in the south. This year, only …

Maymay Entrata breaks ground as the first Filipina to grace the catwalk of the Arab Fashion Week held in Dubai on November 22. The 21-year-old’s elegant silhouette stunned the crowd in AMATO Couture creations designed by none other than Furne One Amato. Edward Barber was with Ms. Entrata in her international runway debut and the fans simply cannot get enough. The …

There’s just something great about knowing how restaurants in Baguio City actually make their way to the City of Pines. One would think it is done purely out of business. But having a sit down with husband and wife Hansel David Co and Hollan Co of King Chef Dimsum Kitchen Baguio changes this idea and separates them from just another …

To some, sipping a cup of coffee or tea for at least fifteen minutes whether in the early morning, in the afternoon, or as a nightcap every day is absolutely essential. People love these beverages because they are much-needed as an instant picker-upper, a source of inspiration, and simply because people are genetically wired to opt for these bitter-tasting elixirs. A …

In a sea of restaurants, cafes and joints here in Baguio City, Hungry Tribe Bistro strives to be a different kind of restaurant. Co-owner Freida Fernandez Laciste loves to call it a wholesome dining experience that is perfect for the whole family. She describes Hungry Tribe Bistro as a place where parents need not worry about their kids if they …

If you can’t get your hands and eyes off of dumplings and Chinese food, run to King Chef Dimsum Kitchen in Baguio City housed at The Orchard Hotel in Legarda Road, and we promise you will not be disappointed. It’s honest-to-goodness dimsum. No fuss. Just good food. There’s nothing like a restaurant that is built on the love for food …

Bringing together various influencers, bloggers, vloggers, and social media personalities under one roof has never been this interesting. It was a beautiful exchange of ideas and a day filled with insight and inspiration. Aside from the value that one can get during the day, one thing stood true—Blogapalooza was an avenue for connection and making lasting relationships with Pinoy creatives. …