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4.5

Review of Flavors Restaurant (Holiday Inn and Suites Makati)

We have visited Glorietta countless of times, but it was my first time to come across Holiday Inn & Suites Makati. I was actually surprised to learn that it's conveniently located in the Glorietta Shopping ... Read More...

Top 50 Reasons Why I Love My Sister

Today is my sister's 25th birthday. It's a big milestone as it marks the first quarter of her life. Leigh (or Nicole, as we call her in our family) has been my best friend for the last 25 years (officially now)... Read More...

4.4

Review of Mabuhay Palace Dimsum Buffet (The Manila Hotel, Manila)

In celebration of Father's Day this year, we had lunch at Mabuhay Palace and dug into plates after plates of dimsum. Hakaw, siomai, congee, dumplings...you know it. We saw this restaurant the last time we went ... Read More...

Mystery Party: Murder Manila Presents Murder at the Mansion

The Marketing Team hosted a special kind of party for our post-Valentine's Day celebration. Dinner did not only come with sumptuous food but also with an interesting twist. Each of us received a digital invite ... Read More...

4.8

Review of Roselle’s Cake Boutique (Customized Longevity Cake for Chinese Birthday)

My grandmother (外婆) turned 80 yesterday. The family planned months ahead to prepare a surprise birthday party for her last Sunday. A few weeks before the party, she kept wondering why nobody bothered to tell he... Read More...

4.8

Review of Café Ilang-Ilang (The Manila Hotel, Manila)

My sister surprised us when she booked seats for four (via Deal Grocer) at Café Ilang-Ilang, Manila Hotel in celebration of her 24th birthday last November 26, 2016. We only learned about it when she dropped us... Read More...

Company Christmas Party: A Sumptuous Feast at Planet Grapes (Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong)

At this time of the year, most of us take "dieting" to a pause and reward ourselves with decadent food. Christmas celebrations are everywhere! I've been to at least five events with different groups in two week... Read More...

Krispy Kreme Teams Up with World Vision Philippines on its 10th Birthday!

Krispy Kreme celebrates its 10th year in the Philippines this year. I can't believe ten years have gone by since we have first tasted Krispy Kreme luscious doughnuts in November 2006! To keep on sharing the joy... Read More...

Roch Santos-Sioco is behind the blog Rochkirstin | com. Based in Manila, Philippines, she's a digital marketing strategist by day (and sometimes by night, let's get real) and a blogger with a large appetite for food & travel. She always aims to create content that's meaningful and enjoyable, whether it's a full-length blog post or a 140-character tweet.

When not blogging or eating, you can find her thinking about innovative technologies, planning out where to eat or travel next, or looking up on trends about health, pets, and wine. :)

Get in touch with her through rochkirstin@yahoo.com or view the About page to know more.

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Top 12 Tourist Attractions We Visited in Dubai for Our Honeymoon

A honeymoon is supposed to be relaxing, full of leisure, romantic gestures, seeing impressive landscapes, as it's a cele... Read More...
4.5

Review of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Residences (Al Barsha, Dubai)

One year exactly after our wedding, we spent our honeymoon in Dubai. Why did we choose this place? Over the last decade,... Read More...
These 5 Signs Will Tell You that You Started Aging

Are you afraid of experiencing early signs of skin aging? Just so you know, you are not the only one. All people are afr... Read More...
On A Diet? Avoid These Five Common Low-Carb Diet Mistakes For Your Weight Loss Goals

The low-carb diet is becoming slowly accessible these days, with many people following meal plans that cut down on any f... Read More...
What to Do About Stretch Marks

From dry buffing to drinking gallons of water, many of us spend a lot of time and energy striving to achieve flawless sk... Read More...

These 5 Signs Will Tell You that You Started Aging

On A Diet? Avoid These Five Common Low-Carb Diet Mistakes For Your Weight Loss Goals

What to Do About Stretch Marks

Keeping Your Skin Moisturized In the Winter

4 Factors That Cause Premature Skin Aging

My 10 Favorite Skincare Products of 2017 from Healthy Options

GuavaPass Manila: My Experience PLUS Review of 5 Studio Partners

Top 12 Tourist Attractions We Visited in Dubai for Our Honeymoon

Review of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Residences (Al Barsha, Dubai)

Review of Citadines Millennium Ortigas Manila (Ortigas Center, Pasig)

Review of Seda Centrio Hotel (Cagayan De Oro, Misamis Oriental)

9 Most Instagrammable Places We Visited in Bangkok and Ayutthaya 2018

Review of Cubic Pratunam Hotel (Bangkok, Thailand)

How Can You Save Money on Food When You Travel?

Top 50 Reasons Why I Love My Sister

Review and Ratings of Our Wedding Suppliers (Manila, Philippines)

3 Lessons Learned While Wedding Planning

Our Experience at Bangkok Float Center (Thailand's Largest & Most Advanced Float Center)

Prenup in Bali: Top Beautiful Photoshoot Locations and Tips to Consider

Louie and Roch: Save the Date Pre-wedding Video Shoot in Subic Bay, Olongapo City

Review of Flavors Restaurant (Holiday Inn and Suites Makati)

Top 50 Reasons Why I Love My Sister

Review of Mabuhay Palace Dimsum Buffet (The Manila Hotel, Manila)

Mystery Party: Murder Manila Presents Murder at the Mansion

Review of Roselle’s Cake Boutique (Customized Longevity Cake for Chinese Birthday)

Review of Café Ilang-Ilang (The Manila Hotel, Manila)

Company Christmas Party: A Sumptuous Feast at Planet Grapes (Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong)

Krispy Kreme Teams Up with World Vision Philippines on its 10th Birthday!