UPDATE: There’d been confusing statements about whether or not you need a travel pass and medical certificate when visiting Tagaytay during this period of social distancing, but the government’s news agency finally said that only those from MGCQ areas don’t need passes — everyone else… Read More »Samgyupsalamat Tagaytay: Sky-High Korean BBQ Goodness
UPDATE: We visited Kapusod again this year (2020) and were pleased to see that they’ve made some upgrades to the place; there’s now the Karakoa Cottage, which is great for a party of five. We’re saddened, however, by how visitors have not tried to adhere… Read More »Kapusod Gives You the Retreat You Thought You Didn’t Need
If you’ve ever had to file a document, secure a license or register anything with the government, chances are you’re under the impression that applying for a marriage license in the Philippines will leave you feeling more exhausted than necessary. And that’s understandable, what with… Read More »How to Apply for a Marriage License in the Philippines
My wife and I celebrated our anniversary last week. And this meant that, apart from the obvious, we had a good reason to stuff our faces. Although eating out is the one luxury we frequently allow ourselves to give in to, we go easy on… Read More »Mr. Kimchi Tagaytay: An Indulgent Treat for the Senses
Our daughter recently turned six, and because Tagaytay is becoming a favorite place of ours, we celebrated her birthday there. With such busy schedules, we got around to looking for a place for the simple celebration at the last minute. Luckily, we picked a good… Read More »Ample Delights at Lime And Basil Restaurant
After eight months of living in Lipa, we finally got to try Purple Beetle Café this week. This wouldn’t be much of an event if not for the fact that it’s one of the food establishments that we live very close to, and we’ve already… Read More »Getting in the Purple Beetle and Liking It
A pilgrimage is an event of great significance in a religious life. Consisting of a devotional journey to an important shrine or other such locations, a pilgrimage is one of the momentous occasions in most of the world’s major religions. Those who can would even travel overseas,… Read More »Montemaria Is a Scenic Pilgrimage Destination in Batangas City