Layovers can be kind of like the travel version of the amuse bouche, just a little taste of something good to whet your appetite, arouse your interest and wonder what lovely ingredients and methods could have elicited such a good reaction. Continue reading How to do a Layover in Seven Steps
Chicago, circa early 2000s. Back then, Chris (former roommate and current bff) and I used to say, in the throes of our body-glitter dabbing, super shiny lip gloss toting, nightclub-going 20s, that getting ready to go out was half the fun of going out.
I suspect the ladies and bespoke gentlemen who were wealthy enough to have seats at L’Opéra Garnier felt the same, getting all gussied up in their crinoline and finery. (This is in no way comparing the 21st century depravities that are nightclubs in North America to opera houses. To be clear!) Continue reading “Opéra Garnier. The place to see and be seen.”
Right after Christmas ends, the Philippines’ evening news will start running its stock New Years’ Eve stories, filling in the gaps around any breaking or hard news stories. They include: Continue reading “Happy New Year! 2013 Philippines edition. Or, why I will always try to take pictures of fireworks even though it never turns out as awesome.”
Baby Jesus is officially here, y’all. Get your pancit-eatin’, lechon-balat sneaking ass to church, but then let’s party. Maligayang Pasko, madapaka!! This is what’s on our tree this year, Manila edition. Click for a full-size pic. Yes, it’s a “pine tree” with white and glitter sprayed tips for snow effect. Putting this up made me … Continue reading What’s on your Christmas tree, Philippines?
