Celebration

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 6 Best Office-Ready Hairstyles When You Are in a Hurry

When you have time to go to the spa, get your nails done and spend a few hours in the hair salon, there are a thousand a... Read More...
5 Ways to Make Your Vacation More Stylish Without Costing the Earth

You go on vacation to get away from it all, so naturally, you want the best, don't you? It should be relaxing and luxuri... Read More...
4.6

Review of Menya Kokoro (Uptown Place Mall, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig)

When people think of ramen, tonkotsu, shoyu or miso broth ramen would first come to mind. But there’s also dry ramen. Kn... Read More...
4.3

Review of Royal Indian Curry House (Poblacion, Makati City)

We had a triple birthday celebration at Royal Indian Curry House (RICH) in Poblacion near A. Venue Mall and Century City... Read More...
What’s Your Favorite Restaurant? Take This Survey and Vote for The Choice!

The Choice Year V: We’re now in a Golden Age of Philippine Restaurants and Hotels that we’ve never experienced before. I... Read More...

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Enjoying El Nido With Your Family

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Top 50 Reasons Why I Love My Sister

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

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!