Meals with Mark: Here comes the San (Gines)

Now that the long lines have dissipated, it was finally time for Mark and me to try San Gines at The Podium!

It's definitely worth the hype it's been given. 

The churros are so soft and crispy, and the chocolate is so decadent.

And their Pan con Tomate is so nostalgic!

Adding this place to our "regulars" list.

Color Story: Haute Chocolate

If we use fast fashion as a barometer, it's safe to say that Chocolate brown is having a moment.

All the major brands are churning out clothings, shoes and other accessories in this colour, and i'm on board!

There's something very elegant about chocolate brown, just like black, but not too severe or heavy. It's a great alternative for an evening ensemble, especially with the right fabrics and materials. Just like this outfit.

It's chocolate brown from head to toe, but what makes it visually interesting is the mix of materials to complete the look. 

The top is a cotton jersey sleeveless top from Zara.

The skirt is a combination of satin and lace, and this one is from Surplus Shop.

Finally, these mock croc flats from The SM Store.

This chocolate is both served and serves!

They're the bomb!

Literally!

Passed by Ali Mall last Sunday and caught the sSexbomb girls doing a performance.

Apparently, they have a coffee table book. and the book signing was that night. And yes, there was a big crowd cheering them on and dancing to their songs. 

Clearly, they haven't lost their magic.

Mi-Law(son)

Looks like everyone's trying to get into the Milo game.

Now, Lawson also has RTD Milo as part of their drink mix!

It's slightly cheaper than the 7-11 one, but it's a bit light on the Milo flavour. So, while I'd reach for it in case there are no other options around, it won't be my top choice.

But it's good to have options.

Curry in a hurry

That was the name of one of our fave Indian restaurants in HKG. My colleagues and I would go there whenever we had our Indian food cravings.

But this isn't about that restaurant.

It's about the joy of being able to enjoy a SG-style curry puff, right here in QC.

Yup, today was another Hong Lim curry puff day. Thanks, Trinoma!

While it's still not 100% the same experience as getting it at Hong Lim Square in Chinatown in SG, this is a good alternative.

Until the next SG trip, of course.

What a (trick or) treat!

Once again, Halloween descends upon Park Avenue Townhouses.

And the residents came prepared!

Ate Juliet's house decor looks so original! According to Louie, most of it was made by hand!

We didn't have elaborate decors at home. But we had loot, which was important.

It's always a treat doing this every year.

FMM: Das it!

Funny how our rides home from the office trigger a Friday Magic Madness post.

Yesterday, the Grab ride was playing 80s songs, and a German song suddenly came on, and it brought me back to 1978!

"Das Model" by Kraftwerk is a pop-synth-electornica song that was popular during parties in the 80s. And I"m not surprised. It's so catchy and danceable. 

It was so popular, they also had an English version.

Das why I'm listening to it again.

McCat

Chanced upon this moment at McDonald's in Strata, and ha to take it!

The golden arches look like the cat's ears!

Love ko 'tong photo na 'to!

Hop to it!

Another Thai brand is landing on Philippine shores!

Yup, that popular bag brand that a lo of Pinoys line up for will open in Trinoma soon. Now, people won't have to fly to BKK to get their House of Little Bunny fix.

I'm surprised that they came here ahead of Gentlewoman.

Decor Deja vu

The Christmas decor theme of all SM Department Stores this year is "Christmas Circus."

Their decor in front of SM Araneta Center is super cute! I'm so tempted to bring home those little elves.

But can I just say, I thought of that theme first. Back in 2018, my Christmas wrapping theme was circus as well.

As they say, great minds think alike.