Sibol Art Exhibit at Miriam College

Philippine Botanical Art Society in partnership with different artist group brings closer to you some of the Philippine indigenous and endemic flora species. Fifty-eight PhilBAS artists come together to create awareness about these flora species through their botanical artworks.

The art exhibit is called ” Sibol”  it focus on the conservation and protection of our flora through “SIBOL”, exhibit opens on February 19, 2020 at 9:30 am at the Mother Mary Joseph Foyer and SMT Lobby, Miriam College Katipunan, Quezon City.

The art exhibit will run until February 29 Saturday.

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12 Well-Loved Dishes at Calle Real in Tanza, Cavite

Calle Real is one iconic restaurant in the old poblacion area of Tanza, Cavite province. It is at least 1 hour drive from Cavite City and one bus ride from PITX in Parañaque City in Metro Manila.

Calle Real is an art deco style architecture ancestral house built in the 1920’s. The house was then converted into a restaurant and venue place. Currently the restaurant had 4 branches within Tanza and Cavite province.The town is also known for notable historical events and Kaibigan Bakery.

ancestral house converted into a restaurant

Calle Real specializes on Spanish, Filipino, heirloom and contemporary dishes.

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It used to have a pastry restaurant on the second floor but the proprietors decided to focus their attention to the main restaurant.

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interior

The restaurant had a sitting capacity of between 70 to 80 with a special function room which can handle at least 100 person.

12 Well-Loved Dishes at Calle Real

The group was fortunate to met the proprietor of the restaurant. Although i met her several times before.

12.) Crunchy Pork Binagoongan – Deep fried pork cooked in bagoong paste ( Php 245 per order).

11.) Crispy Pata – The deep fried crispy pata comes with a dipping sauce with a combination of soy and vinegar with chopped chilies and onion.

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10.) Tokwa Sisig– The tofu sisig had a combination of fried tofu, chopped cucumber and chopped onions. ( Php 160 per serving)

9.) Cheesy Beef Kaldereta– Another nice dish to try at the place is their version of beef kaldereta with bell pepper, carrots and well seasoned. The meat of the beef is tender and topped with cheese. Ideal for sharing between 2 to 3 persons. (Php 245 per order)

8.) Pork Sisig– This is another favorite dish at the restaurant. This is best paired with rice.

7.) Callos – Another nice dish, with with sliced olives, chorizo, garbanzos and chopped tomatoes. (Php 245 per order)

6.) Breaded Fried Chicken– Another well -loved dish which can be shared between 2 persons. This had a nice dipping sauce.

5.) Chicken Teriyaki with vegetables and rice- ala carte meal which can be ordered anytime of the day. (Php 140 per order)

4.) Calandracas/ Kalandracas – This is an heirloom dish which had sotanghon noodles, banana blossom, string beans,chopped eggplant or any vegetables seasoned with the famous patis de Tanza. Commonly served during funeral wakes in the province of Cavite.

Vegetables used in the noodle dish were normally given by visitors attending the wake. ( Php 170 per order) Can be shared between 3 to 5 persons.

3.) Sotanghon Negra- The sotanghon noodles dish is cooked with squid ink, squid, pork meat, carrots, cabbage, sugar peas/ chitsaro and topped with fried garlic.  (Php 260 per order) can be shared between 3 to 5 persons) Php 1,500 bilao ( 10 to 15 persons)

The town is in the coastal area of Cavite and squid is one of the popular seafood produce.

2.) Paella Jambalaya– The paella jambalaya consist of generous topping of mussels/ tahong,  green peas, chorizo, sugar pea/ chitsaro, bell pepper and hard boiled eggs.  ( Php 290 serves 2-4people, Php 950 serves 5 to 10 people, Php 1,150 serves 10 to 15 people) .

1.) Paella Negra – The paella had squid ink with toppings of bell pepper, squid,  pork meat, chorizo, sugar peas/ chitsaro. ( Php 320 serves 2 to 4 people, Php 1,050 serves 5 to 10 people, Php 1,600 serves 10 to 15 people). This is another well-loved dish of the restaurant.

The restaurant also have dishes good for small group and ala carte meals.  Other highly recommended dishes that are worth ordering are Pollo Frito, Lengua Con Cetas, Chicken ala Pastel.

Desserts

Churros with Chocolate

Another popular desserts of the restaurant was S’Mores with Skillet cost Php 120 per order and Churros at Php 60 and comes with thick chocolate.

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Note: prices quoted are by the restaurant during the time of the visit.

Calle Real Restaurant

Address: 8 Sta. Cruz Street Brgy. Poblacion 2, Tanza, Cavite 4108

Branches: Puregold, Tanza / The Square, Lancaster/ Robinson- General Trias

Landline: (046) 505 2836

Operations: Daily from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

Stylish Modern Homes in C. Benitez Street, Quezon City

Stylish modern home at the heart of Quezon City’s financial, cultural, educational and restaurant district.

C. Benitez Street, Quezon City

Quezon City vicinity map

The town homes are currently for sale to those interested in buying. It located in a  convenient zone, near shopping center like Robinson’s Magnolia, Araneta Center, Tomas Morato Street, E. Rodriguez and just within 40 to 50 minutes away from major financial center such as San Juan, Makati or Ortigas area.

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The town homes are situated in an area which is not flood prone and away from active fault-line . The community had a sense of close knit and ample security system.

The houses have good feng shui and good chi which attracts a lot of prospective buyers.

Town Homes Projects within Quezon City

For those looking for other town homes for sale, One can also visit Scout Rallos Townhomes and Tomas Morato also by the same developer.

There were 15 town homes set within compound style, E -Home features, ample parking slots with swimming pool.

Do not forget to call the friendly project architect / marketing representative for ocular inspection of these town homes.

Contact Person: Ms. Wynona Parulan – Project Architect/ Marketing Representative

Email : wynona.marketingymaz@gmail.com

Contact :0926-064-2982 / Viber:

Universal Love on Valentine’s Day 2020 Stamps Issued by PHLPOST

4 new set of stamps were issued by Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPOST) last February 6, 2020 to commemorate the Valentine’s Day for 2020.

The stamps were  titled “Valentine’s Day 2020 – The Love We Deserve” with a theme that PHLPost says promotes universal love.

Valentine’s Day Stamps 2020

PHLPost’s new special stamps feature digital art using the popular character of the human heart bearing four types of love.

The four heart-shaped designs show the values important to contemporary society, focusing on current issues and are intended to touch on subjects the public – especially the youth – can both relate to and reflect about.

“We see the familiar symbol of love everywhere — from eating heart-shaped chocolates to sending text messages to a special someone with the iconic heart of the popular ’emoji’ or symbols,” says PHLPost referring to the symbols of love used in digital platforms such as the internet.

Each stamp denomination is Php 12.00 while block of 4 stamp would cost Php 48.00 for the entire set.

The four topics in the Valentine’s Day stamps are:

• Love Nature in the color green, with a background of a tree that symbolizes life
• Love for Country in a nationalistic theme where the color and design of the Philippine flag and map are reflected in the background while little doves fly around to symbolize peace and love
• Love Knows No Gender theme indicates that Love has no sexuality, race, skin tone, color or gender
• Love Yourself inspires people to have self-respect, a positive self-image, and unconditional self-acceptance. The magenta/purple inspired color illustrates a person holding one’s head high.

Considered as one of the most awaited Philatelic releases, this year’s Valentine’s Day stamps were designed by PHLPost in-house graphic artist Ms. Irma Jane Junio, deviating from the usual romance theme but focused more on the universality of love.

The 2020 Valentine’s Day Stamps, Souvenir Sheets, and Official First Day Covers are available starting February 06, 2020 at the Philatelic Counter, Manila Central Post Office, all Mega Manila Post Offices, Postal Area 2, San Fernando, La Union, Postal Area 4, San Pablo, Postal Area 5, Mandaue, Postal Area 7, Davao, and Postal Area 8, Cagayan de Oro”. Go to Pilipinas Philately for the latest update.

Jolly Speed Racers Toys

Jollibee the country’s leading fast food restaurant. There were five character toys and available until the supplies last in all major outlet nationwide.

The issue is called “Jolly Speed Racers“Some branches issued the kiddie meal toys January 31, 2020.