This is a supplement post to the story of Aman Investment in Pagadian. Click the link below if you want to read some insights before Aman collapsed as well as the comments of investors and non-investors when this “investment” was still considered heaven sent. Read on some of the arguments pro and anti Aman when…
How to Find the Best Hotel: Prequel to Siquijor Vacation
I’m right now in the middle of an online search for hotel and resort rooms for our upcoming Siquijor vacation. Yep, I’ll be traveling again with my favorite trio – my siblings Kenneth and Nicko and boyfriend Titus. If I was alone or with my travel blogger chums, I’d probably be on the backpacking trail slinging…
Discovering New Favorites: Moniegold Tamarind Candy from Thailand
I am not a big fan of candies, cakes, ice creams but am a fan of coffee, yoghurt and chocolates. 🙂 I’m writing this post to remind my friends since my birthday is coming up \o/ hahaha. For those watching out for a travel related blog post or a food trip article from Penfires, this…
Common Useful Phrases and Words for Cebu Tourists: Tagalog – English – Cebuano Translations
So you are coming here in Cebu?! Yey! There is so much to do, see and eat sa Syudad sa Sugbo! You are in for one awesome travel adventure and food trip! But before you come over, why not learn a few Cebuano words and phrases that will be useful when you interact with…
Travelling: The Most Effective Breather
Nowadays, travelling is definitely made easier even to those of us who have limited funds. With the advent of promos from various and famous budget airlines in the country and offers from many holiday accommodation sites like VacationRentalPeople.com, practically everyone can afford to take a break, breathe, and explore interesting places in and out of…
Pancake House Adobo Sulipan: An All Time Filipino Food Favorite
Adobo. Adobo. Adobo I really love adobo! This dish is probably the most popular Filipino food worldwide, despite the fact that you can’t find one single national recipe for adobo in the Philippines. Every region has a different take on this pinoy food favorite, adding some twist here and there. Example, here in Cebu, our…
Waiting for the First Train Ride: Railways in the Philippines
Yesterday, I was browsing through my Facebook newsfeed and saw statuses about the new season of TBBT. In case you don’t know, TBBT stands for “The Big Bang Theory”, a very popular American sitcom about the lives and friendship of four geeks and their girl neighbor, Penny. I, sister, brother and boyfriend are super fans…