Sunday, June 9, 2024

Father's Day Gift Ideas / Guide

Can't find the perfect Father's Day gift yet? Here's a curated list of some best sellers that will surely bring a smile to loved ones on Father's Day. These products are available at Amazon (click on this link or on the photo) #ad



Saturday, June 8, 2024

Balay Dako in Tagaytay City, Philippines

Located on Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway, overlooking Taal Lake and Taal Volcano, Balay Dako serves Filipino food at its finest.

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Makati Shangri-La Hotel Tour and Restaurants, a 5-Star Luxury Hotel In The Philippines


Some clips from our 2-week stay at Makati Shangri-La Hotel in the Philippines. Link to video on YouTube. 








Makati Shangri-La - Breakfast at Circles Event Cafe

A wide array of delicious breakfast dishes to choose from and very friendly service. A big shout out to the entire crew.

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Yung Kee Restaurant at Hong Kong International Airport

Where to eat at Hong Kong International Airport? This Yung Kee Restaurant at Hong Kong International Airport is a branch of the iconic Michelin star restaurant in Hong Kong Island. Their most famous dish is roast duck.

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Los Angeles, USA to Manila, Philippines via Cathay Pacific with Layover in Hong Kong

Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Manila (MNL) with layover in Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). 

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Friday, June 7, 2024

Garden Sleeves Are Essential During Summer

Garden sleeves can help protect our arms from the scorching sun during hot summer days, from the UV rays and from insect bites. Here are the garden sleeves (#ad) I have been using for a couple of years now.



Harvesting oranges, grapevines and picking flowers

 It's the start of the season of bounty. Today, we harvested some grape leaves to add into the Filipino version of sour soup "sinigang," harvested some oranges and picked some gorgeous flowers while using a pink Garden Stool/Kneeler from Deerfamy. Video posted here (#ad).



How To Get Rid Of Garden Pests and Diseases Fast and Easy

We have a lot of garden friends like the bees, the butterflies and the birds, but we have garden enemies too. To get rid of them organically, I mix dishwashing soup, cooking oil and water and use a sprayer that connects to a hose. If you are interested in this method, I posted a video here with a link to the sprayer. (#ad)



What Is The Best Stand Up Weed Puller?


Are you losing your battle against the weeds growing wild and invading your garden? This weed puller available at Amazon (#ad) can uproot them effortlessly.

 

Thursday, June 6, 2024

How To Make Snow Cones At Home

Making snow cones at home is a quintessential summer activity especially when you have kids. If you are planning to do one, but don't have an ice shaver, please check out what I am using and a few other suggestions on this video (#ad)





Outdoor Dining Set for Summer Gatherings

Summer is a great time to have breakfast or dinner in the backyard garden. It’s relaxing and memorable. If you are planning to have one and don’t have an outdoor dining set, the one we have is already off market, but there are endless of other options you can  you choose from. I picked a few suggestions at Amazon (#ad).