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Are you looking for authentic yet affordable Southeast Asian delights? Nanyang is the place to be! Nanyang Philippines recently opens its 13th branch in Glorietta 2, Ayala Center. Nanyang proudly offers all-day Asian favorites to satisfy our Asian food cravings. It was my first time to go and eat at Nanyang because I thought the meals were expensive, but I was wrong. I was surprised that their delicious and filling meals start for as low as P248! I had a taste of their bestseller Laksa, a spicy noodle soup consisting of rice noodles with prawn, served in rich and spicy curry coconut milk base; and a Singaporean's national dish of Hainanese Chicken. Hainanese Fried Chicken Rice, P268 One of Singapore's must-try dishes - moist and tender golden crispy chicken chop, served with fragrant rice cooked in rich chicken broth and paired with special chili-lime and fresh ginger dipping sauces.  Homemade Nasi Lemak, P 248 Singapore's favorite- coconut rice served with boiled egg, ...

Another Lunar New Year celebration is upon us, and what celebration is complete without good food? Aside from a delicious dining experience, food is an important part of the Lunar New Year celebration as it is often associated with luck and fortune that you wish to have in the coming year. If you’re looking to up your luck, welcome the Year of the Water Rabbit at Conti’s Bakeshop and Restaurant. The popular and well-loved homegrown brand founded more than 25 years ago by the Conti sisters of Batangas has an excellent menu of winsome meals and desserts that delight Pinoy tastes and at the same time are considered as magnets for a brighter, better future.  No Lunar New Year celebration spread is complete without round food items. Instead of looking for 12 round fruits, why not add a cake to your table? You can’t go wrong with a Strawberry Shortcake from Conti’s. This strawberry and cream dream is the perfect attraction to your table. Not only is it round, it has the lucky color re...

The summer heat isn’t just felt during summer. It now extends all year long, with the “ber” months seemingly as hot as the summer months of March to May.  This is why it is wise to invest in cooling appliances—the king of all being the air-conditioner.  Unfortunately, air-conditioning units are quite pricey, and having one at home generally means getting a costly electricity bill month after month after month. Fortunately, there is an alternative to air-con: the inverter fan by Midea. Midea, pronounced as “Mai – dia,” is among the world’s most renowned makers of electrical appliances—with a presence in over 60 countries worldwide, including here in the Philippines. And the inverter fan is one of several easy-to-use home solutions it offers.  Yes, inverter technology isn’t just for air-conditioners, refrigerators, and freezers anymore. It is now being used even in electric fans as well. In other words, there is an inverter fan. Like all other appliances that use inve...