Happy Coffee Bean Day 2017

     I'm a self-confessed coffee addict. Coffee is life that's why I always start my day by drinking a cup of my favorite caffeine fix. Waking up to a new day is a blessing and I'm looking forward to this moment everyday because it's another day to spend with my family and of coffee.

     As a coffee lover, I would like to commend The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf's participation in International Coffee Day. This year, their aim is to give back to their loyal customers, coffee enthusiasts and everyone who wakes up everyday to work hard for their families.

Happy Coffee Bean Day

Feature: Liese Blaune DIY Color for Gray Hair

     Women nowadays are so busy. I know all of you can relate to this even if you're just a plain housewife who works 24/7 at home or a career woman who has a day or night job in the office. Raise your hands if you're one of these busy women who have a lot on their hands nowadays.

     If they aren’t busy succeeding in their careers, they’re busy nurturing and bringing up their children. Many are opting to do both. Even with amazing multi-tasking skills, even a short break does wonders. You may be busy doing a lot of things, but seeing some grey makes you feel older and haggard. Pampering should always be included in a busy calendar but some will say they lack time. Can you just pause for a minute and look at yourself in front of a mirror? See?! Having visible gray hair isn’t great at all. It makes you feel much older than you are, and you look like you’re more stressed than usual. What to do? Read more below and solve that grey hair problem in as fast as 30 minutes!

Feature: Liese Blaune DIY Color for Gray Hair

Tips for Hassle-Free Shopping from RCBC Savings Bank

     This shopping season, don't hassle yourself with unnecessary purchases, traffic, long lines, and the nightmares you can think about this holiday rush. Filipinos are known to be one of the happiest people. And why not, fiestas abound and Christmas starts in September! Don’t we just love all the reunions, parties and gift giving during this season? 

     That's why you better watch out and better not cry!  Here are 3 tips for a hassle-free spend at this time of the year:

Tips for Hassle-Free Shopping from RCBC Savings Bank

Red Ribbon Cake Creations: The Art of Delicious

     Mouth-watering cakes are in this holiday season. I'm a cake lover that's why seeing a new flavor of cake in a bakery or pastry shop is a bliss. I want to try the newest flavor/s in town and share it with my family especially if there's a special occasion at home.

     The best food creations are borne out of the passion to please the senses. It takes dedication to learn the right techniques, discover the right blend of ingredients, and achieve the ideal form and design. They say it’s the process of genius; Red Ribbon calls it “The Art of Delicious.”  Be ready to amaze your taste buds with Cappuccino Creme, Black Forest, and Peach Mango Symphony of Red Ribbon. More about the Cake Creation line below :)

Red Ribbon Cake Creations: The Art of Delicious

Product Review: Vitapack 8-in-1 Whitening Lotion

     Hi dearies! It's been a year since the last time I reviewed a whitening lotion. I have this thing of using a brand religiously for months or years if I experienced positive results. If you'll look into my whitening lotion review archive, you'll only see a few brands because most of the brands that I've tried are cost-effective.

     If you're really serious in your whitening game, taking glutathione supplement is not enough especially if you want to see drastic results. In fact, a combination of different whitening products for the whole body is recommended for daily use to see faster and maximum results. Have you read my review of Vitapack Megawhite and Vitapack Beauty? These products from Vitapack are cost-effective and if taken religiously, you'll see promising results. To complement those supplements, the brand also has Vitapack 8-in-1 Whitening Lotion. See my full review below.

Product Review: Vitapack 8-in-1 Whitening Lotion

ASUS The Edge of Beyond: Thinnest and Lightest Laptops

     When it comes to mid and high range laptop, I highly recommend ASUS. I have an ASUS laptop that I bought two years ago and it's still good as new. It's a bad boy at multi-tasking as I can open more than 10 windows without lag. Anyhoo, they launched another set of powerful laptops ranging from the thinnest and lightest to the most powerful one.

     Coming from a phenomenal 20x growth in sales from 2011 to 2016, ASUS is set to break new records fronting the latest in top-of-the-line notebook innovations. The country’s no. 1 premium brand in consumer laptops opens its 10th anniversary this year with its most premium line to date; featuring the world’s thinnest 2in1 – the ZenBook Flip S – which has finally arrived in Manila. 

ASUS Thinnest and Lightest Laptops

The SM Beauty Holiday Gift Guide #SoMuchGifts

     Can you relate when I say that the most stressful yet joyful shopping season of the year is the holidays? You'll experience all the hassles from thinking what to give to family members and friends, narrowing down the list, going to malls, crowd, and traffic BUT there's a joyful feeling because the gifts that they'll receive from you will make their holiday extra special.

     Did you know that you can have So Much Gifts For The Holidays at SM Beauty? Time is precious that's why The SM Store Beauty Section lets you step up your gifting game for the Christmas season with the best offerings for the people on your list. I've checked what's in store for you, so if you still don't know what to give, check out the items you'll see below :)

The SM Beauty Holiday Gift Guide 

Product Review: MEYER Purple 2 Piece Set Cookware

     I presume that you already know that I don't cook. If you're following me on Instagram, there's a hashtag #kathinthekitchen but it's really the hubby who is cooking in the kitchen. My husband is the king of our kitchen and I'm proud of that but when it comes to buying kitchen essentials, I'm the queen :) I'm the one who decides what to buy especially with cookware.

     Months ago, we decided to renovate our kitchen to the theme that we really like. New kitchen means new kitchen essentials. First up, cookware. It's hard to decide what brand to buy because there's literally a lot but when it comes to trusted brands, there's only a handful and one of them is MEYER. Look like the heavens have heard what I needed and MEYER Cookware Philippines sent the MEYER Purple 2 Piece Set Cookware for us to try. Sharing my thoughts on this cookware set after the jump.

Product Review: MEYER Purple 2 Piece Set Cookware

Feature: Hanamaruken Ramen

     Months ago, I was craving for ramen after looking for furniture for our newly renovated house. I still can't believe that it's only my first time to eat authentic ramen since the trend hit several years ago. Yes, it was already years ago when numerous ramen restaurants sprouted around Metro Manila faster than you could slurp up a bowl of miso soup. 

     Fast forward today, ramen restaurants are too many to count. So what to expect when you see a ramen house? Check the three criteria-quality, authenticity, and (for the bolder chefs), an innovation so that you'll have a happy tummy after finishing a bowl. We were in Trinoma that day and we found a place where ramen is served the way it should be- Hanamaruken Ramen. Kow more about this ramen house in my short feature below.

Feature: Hanamaruken Ramen

Feature: Eden Cheese Queso de Bola

     Christmas is just around the corner when you see those red balls in festive packages at the supermarket. Queso de Bola is one of the traditional holiday foods served in family reunions, Christmas dinners and parties here in the Philippines. 

     Christmas won't be the same without Queso de Bola and to make the celebration more exciting for the Filipino families, Eden Cheese develop their version of Queso de Bola with a twist! Know more about Eden Cheese Queso de Bola after the jump!

Feature: Eden Cheese Queso de Bola

Feature: Cecon Vitamin C + Cecon Supermoms Event

     It's not easy to be a mom but it's the most rewarding job that a woman can have and be proud of. Imaging the household chores and other tasks to look after the welfare of the family. Tiring, exhausting, but at the end of the day it's fulfilling. As a stay-at-home mom where I do a lot of chores all day, every day, I've learned how to be strong physically and emotionally but there were times that all my "pagod" is taking its toll on me.

     Even a supermom is getting tired after a long day of work that's why it is important for us moms to learn how to take a break, relax, and pamper ourselves once in a while. Weeks ago, I was invited to an intimate event for the moms who dedicate their lives to their family- The Cecon Supermoms event. I'll share the highlights of this inspiring event below :)

Feature: Cecon Vitamin C + Cecon Supermoms Event

Feature: LUKE Total Skin Solution

     If your skin care regimen is something that you treasure, I'm sure that you're doing more than 3 basic steps daily.  Aside from cleansing, toning, and moisturizing, I'm sure that you use serum, eye cream, scrub, and mask to achieve healthy skin. If you're that religious in applying skin care products, an eye mask and nose strip definitely complete the regimen.

     There are individuals who like to add this extra steps in their routine but their budget is limited only to the basics. Good news, dearies! You can now level up your skin care routine without the hefty price tag because LUKE Total Skin Solution offers facial masks, hydrogel eye patch, and nose strips at a very affordable price! I was shookt when I saw the variants and price points during the launch. Know more about LUKE Skin PH below :)

Feature: LUKE Total Skin Solution

Feature: JBL Jr. Headphones

     Kids these days are so into gadgets. I presume that kids of this generation would love to receive a new iPad, mobile phone, game console, or accessories that they will use in the gadgets that they already have. We cannot blame technology if our kids will choose these over stuff toys and other playset but we can control the pros and cons a gadget brings.

     My son, Kenzo loves to watch YouTube videos. He's into race cars and musical instruments. He's into music as his dad while he also loves to play games like momma. On a long road trip, I know he needs a headphone that delivers remarkable sound so he can still enjoy the trip while watching videos or listening to music. Enter JBL Jr.- brightly colored wired and wireless lightweight headphones that let kids enjoy music, movies and more while providing the promise of safety and durability.

Feature: JBL Jr. Headphones

Naturals by Watsons

     More and more people are choosing natural products with the aim of living a healthy lifestyle. The choices are not only focused on food but also on the products that they use every day to cleanse their body, nourish their hair and maintain their natural beauty.

     Organic and natural products are the reason why I made this blog. These are the skin care products that tamed my adult cystic acne during my postpartum period. I've tried a handful of brands before and I can say that all of them gave great results. Fast forward today, Watsons now has a natural line of products to nourish and protect the body from head to toe! Introducing Naturals by Watsons. Know more about this natural line below.

Naturals by Watsons

Product Review: Vitapack 3-in-1 Beauty Pack

     Multifunction products make life a breeze. From things we use every day to food that we eat- these products dubbed as 2-in-1 or 5-in 1 is a big help, especially for busy individuals. Having that said, there are also skin care products and oral supplements that can give more than one benefits in one packaging. Let me introduce to you Vitapack 3-in-1 Beauty Pack- whitening, slimming, and anti-aging product in one pack.

     I always mention in my supplement posts that I already have fair skin, to begin with, that's why I gauge the results after taking it for full thirty days. I have uneven skin tone and prone to insect bites. Through the dark marks from those bites where I check regularly if my skin tone is changing while taking whitening supplements. Last month, our friends from Vitapack sent the 3-in-1 Beauty Pack variant for me to try and review. Continuation of this introduction after the jump :)

Product Review: Vitapack 3-in-1 Beauty Pack

Robinsons Supermarket "Give Wellness" Promo Launch

     It's already a drill that November and December are the months where Robinsons Supermarket gives the gift of wellness in time for the holiday season. The last leg of Route to Wellness campaign is all about giving. The ''Give Wellness'' event was launched last Saturday at the Eastwood Mall Open Park in Libis, Quezon City.

     This year, the theme of this event was the Polar Express. Shoppers and families had a merry experience discovering the meaning of sharing and giving back to the community by joining the activities and product sampling during the event. Sharing with you highlights of the launch below and what to expect with ''Give Wellness'' promo when you shop at Robinsons Supermarket from November 1 to December 31, 2017 below.

Robinsons Supermarket "Give Wellness" Promo Launch

AVON Fashions x Jodi Sta. Maria

     Do you have that 'one great bag' that you use from day to night? I presume that you have your favorite bag/bags that you abuse use every day to store all the things you need to school, work, and leisure.

     A woman with a busy schedule knows the need for a reliable bag that's not only stylish but flexible- can be used day and night. In line with this, Avon Fashions collaborated with actress Jodi Sta. Maria in supporting and conquering their battles, no matter how big or small. The Designed by Jodi  Accessories collection is dedicated to the busy and determined Filipina. 

AVON Fashions x Jodi Sta. Maria
photo from Avon Philippines Facebook Page

Anytime Fitness Glorietta 5 Branch Now Open

     It's not easy to get fit. If you want to live a healthy lifestyle for the rest of your life, you have to commit and dedicate yourself to proper nutrition and exercise. If your goal is to stay in shape and build stronger muscles, it is important to use proper exercise equipment and in my opinion, those can only be found in a gym.

     Anyhoo, I have great news to all gym buddies in Makati area. The world’s number one, largest, and fastest-growing fitness franchise has opened the doors to its 50th branch in Glorietta, Makati, in the Philippines- Anytime Fitness. Sharing the highlights of the opening after the jump.

Anytime Fitness Glorietta 5 Branch Now Open