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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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4.0

Review of Jin Joo Korean Grill (The Podium, Ortigas, Mandaluyong)

Jin Joo Korean Grill is a modern Korean barbecue restaurant that serves an interesting mix of classic and innovative dis... Read More...
4.3

Review of Vagabonds Artisan Comfort Food (Tomas Morato, Quezon City)

Vagabonds Artisan Comfort Food hits the mark when it comes to—quite literally, comfort food. The menu here features seve... Read More...
4.5

Review of Hogshaven Smokehouse By Dulcelin Gourmet (Quezon Avenue, Quezon City)

The rainy season came with torrents, with a spike in traffic jams and flood-like situations in low lying areas in Metro ... Read More...
4.5

Review of Galileo Enoteca (Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City)

In celebration of Louie's 30th birthday last Wednesday, we had dinner in Galileo Enoteca, the first restaurant that came... Read More...
4.5

Review of Lazat Fil-Asian Restaurant and Bar (Tomas Morato, Quezon City)

With Louie's continuous hunt for nearby restaurants that serve ketogenic-friendly food, we found Lazat Fil-Asian Restaur... Read More...

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