Celebration

Lia’s Cakes in Season: Avocado Carousel Cake (Delivery from Kapitolyo, Pasig)

We've been wanting to try the Avocado Carousel Cake by Lia's Cakes (actually, any carousel cake from their cake shop) even before COVID happened. My sister's birthday was our perfect opportunity to get it. Why ... Read More...

12 Tips to Plan and Celebrate Your Baby’s First Birthday Party

Lance is officially one year old! We've all survived the first year of parenthood, with the help of our family and yaya. This milestone definitely deserves a great celebration! Fortunately for us, planning had ... Read More...

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...

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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Kurimi Milk Tea Bar, The First 2D Café in the Philippines

Unique interiors, delicious and refreshing drinks, and affordable pricing—these are the three main reasons why you shoul... Read More...
Heavenly.Spiced Delivers House-Made Gourmet Food Trays Within Metro Manila

One year ago, you could decide where you wanted to eat, hop on the car or jump in a cab, and be there enjoying the resta... Read More...
Cool Gadgets at Home: Top 18 Innovative Products We Swear By

Here's a list of our most useful home gadgets which we appreciated more this 2020, since we just mostly stayed at home. ... Read More...
How to Plan a Birth Announcement

The arrival of a baby is a special occasion for parents and family. Just as stars make the otherwise plain sky look beau... Read More...
My Favorite Products from Healthy Options to Increase and Support Immunity

This 2020, it becomes imperative to continue practicing social distancing, good hand hygiene, and cough etiquette. Devel... Read More...

2020 Top Personal Favorites: 10 Natural Beauty Items from Healthy Options

Discussing the Top Hand Sanitizer With Aloe

How To Find Luxury Swimwear For This Summer

Eye Care and Contact Lens Wear During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keranique Review Teaches About Hair Regrowth Products

Things You’re Doing Wrong That Leads To Acne Scarring

3 Stylish Accessories to Shine With

Top 9 Things to Do During Winter in Harbin, China

5 Things to Consider When Driving in Foreign Countries

Off Grid Travel: Is It Worth It For A Digital Detox?

Guided Tour Or Independent Travel? Which Works Best For You?

Get Off the Beaten Track in Los Angeles

Armchair Travel: A Quick Trip to Toronto

The Benefits of Avoiding Air Travel

Healthy Options Baby & Kids Products Haul and Review

My Baby's First Haircut at Cuts 4 Tots Hair Salon (Santolan Town Plaza, San Juan)

Where Did Time Go? Growth and Development Milestones of Our 8-Month-Old Baby

5 Ways You Can Get a Better Sleep as a Busy Mother

Recent Milestones and Development of Our 4-Month-Old Baby

3 Budget-Friendly Tips for Decorating Your Baby’s Nursery