Be The Botanist

The long blades of grass dance in the wind, making waves of unified movement as their bases cling to the rock. Further inland, the weathered trees stand stately, gnarled from growth, resembling wise old men. Wild coasts and heather covered hills. Mysterious Lochs and unpredictable

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Qi Wellness

Between piling deadlines, school enrollment, groceries and countless meetings, the last thing I wanted to do was take off to go to Tagaytay on a weekday. Truth be told, it sounds so deliriously spoiled, but no I did not have the time nor the frame

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Why we are all mothers

Early this year I had the honor of being a key not speaker at the first Philippine Women Eiffel Tower Awards ceremony hosted by French teahouse Janat and their Foundation "Femmes du Monde" in cooperation with the French Embassy. Charlotte Douillet of Janat had personally messaged

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Black Rice Poké Bowl

One of the hottest crazes in the food scene is the Hawaiian favorite - the Poké Bowl. Usually made with sushi rice and very rich and heavy sauces, I wanted to give it a healthier spin by making it with antioxidant and fiber rich black

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Hearth: PHILUX x BEAVALDES

There are moments of rivalry, doubt, exasperation. borrowing clothes, pointing fingers, misunderstandings. However, despite all this stems an rather unbreakable bond built on shared secrets, whispers under the covers late at night, shoulders that catch sobs from first heartaches, adventures and experiences forged by blood.

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Herbed Pork Souvlaki

Pork is often given a bad name for being very fatty and greasy, but actually certain cuts of pork is a great source of lean protein.  It's also a wonderful alternative to your usual chicken breast that packs in a lot of flavor. I love pork

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