Perhaps Asha’s most soulful workshop, a taste of Balinese cusine with Ibu Nora of Soho Indonesia was an experience to keep biting back to. I took my first workshop with Asha two years back, we were learning Thai cuisine but what was imprinted in me then was Mindful language, something I lack in particular. Now, aside from the mouth-watering Balinese recipes, I learned the importance of plating and setting beautifully arranged dishes-again something I didnt … Read the rest

  Hai Shin Lou, known for their fresh seafood and delectable meat also has one of the best Chinese Vegetarian options in Metro Manila. As a regular, here as some of our favorite meatless orders that are just as savory as it’s meaty counterparts.       This addicting snack comes free in the table. Light and crispy (not to mention refillable) it’s easy to ruin one’s appetite by over-munching on this crispies (which is … Read the rest

I haven’t had dairy in more or less 4 years so when Nicholai, the owner of Bar Dolci invited me to check-out their cruelty-free dairy farms, I was instantly interested. Is it possible that Manila, not famous for its fair treatment of animals is indeed home to an ethical milk production farm? Badaco is a Batangas City based Dairy Cooperative that specializes in Kosher Milk. Kosher: The strictest standard in safe and ethical meat and … Read the rest

  No one should be alone on Christmas, but for some of us, it does happen–here’s how you survive.   But don’t go overboard, else you’ll run out of places to hang-out in, like this chic when she realized she couldn’t bring her furbaby clubbing, there was pretty much no place to fit- in to with outfits like these…   Christmas is a time of sharing, I could’ve proceeded with my plans to spend it … Read the rest

  Cocogreen and Co, after three years of catering and deliveries opens its first branch in Yakal, Makati Philippines. 85 guests arrived to feast on over 50 Plant-based and wholefoods sponsored brands.        

    We werent able to take photos but Chiqui Mabanta of Corner Tree, Nixie of Surya Yoga and Wellness Center and Rouchelle of PETA also were kind enough to visit us on our first day. Namaste to all the patrons, partners, and friends who supported Cocogreen and Agico on our first day. Cocogreen made a killing (ethical at that) with our Plant-based Better than Cheese line-up, Dark Cocoa Bar and Olive butter. Were happy … Read the rest

First time  we experienced an authentic Chinese New Year ceremony. We had Tikoy; sticky rice and sugar for lasting family bonds, mung bean bun for long life and Ponkan for wealth. I ate so much Ponkan coz I was desperate for more money and ignored the Tikoy and the Bun coz I wasnt really sure I wanted to live long anyway. As for the Family bind effect of Tikoy, I have independent siblings and I … Read the rest

  Every year, a Vegan picnic is held, hosted by Azalea Bianca Antonio of Philippine Vegetarian Society. (Thanks for the photos Azalea) We (Cocogreen and Agico vegetarians) were invited for the first time. Talks of business, leisure, politics and organic finds floated aboard. Andrew brought a sushi platter, which was widely appreciated by the Vegan Club. Everyone brought in their specialty dishes, ironically no one brought greens. We were so thrilled to have met the … Read the rest

Aumnie is Canadian born and raised in Shanghai. A true global citizen. Fitting: We tend to gear away from flashy prints and seasonal cuts. Classic styles are always safe and preferable although a few risky designs here and there wouldnt hurt as well. I hate wearing black for Yoga. (Except for bottoms). It makes me feel like Im projecting dark energy somehow, besides outside my yoga wear Im often already in black and white. I … Read the rest

Ive always had a love-hate relationship with the Paris of the east, the pearl of the orient. I love the cold, but always hurt myself with its icy atmosphere. I respected the hard work its people relentlessly devote to economic progress but lamented the cost their sacrifice entailed. Today Beijing is at a critical level of air pollution. About 60% are infected with lung disease, word has it that the city may be evacuated and … Read the rest