We are all clamoring for unlimited rice, I know. Since this rice shortage began to terrorize us, I have been deprived of the extra rice privileges. There is food crisis all over the world. And, some people have the mentality that we’re actually running out of food to eat. The truth is, the actual problem lies in the allocation of food. With this, it implies that food harvest around the world is enough to suffice for everyone but it’s not going to the right mouths.

I am but a small kid. I can’t control the rice hoarders from depriving us of our rightful share. But I could surely help the United Nation’s World Food Program put an end to hunger. Play and Feed the Hungry. Click on the icon on the right side and start playing. This is having fun for a cause.

I hope I caught you in the ‘iPerformer’. Haha. I was actually laughing my heart out when I learned about this. What the heck is this iPerformer? Another one of Mainland China’s iPhone imitation? (No offense to China, but I see a whole line of their iPhone wannabes in the market.)

Photo Credit — Cellaz

Sad to say, I was wrong. It’s Nokia’s very own iPhone contender. I know Nokia has been acing the race of cellular phone assembly. They have been known to offer countless handsets ranging from practically cheap and low-end to unreasonably extravagant and high-end. But they certainly aren’t famed for catchy codenames.

Lame codename aside, word says iPerformer brags a widescreen touchscreen, QWERTY keypad, GPS, NaviScroll, WiFi, Bluetooth, FM radio/transmitter, TV out and a WebCam. I personally doubt the WebCam but I’m buying the thought. We do know how Nokia plays in the camera department.

The pricing and availability is still indefinite. Rumors and pictures are particularly thin, so ‘Nokia fans’ will just have to wait. (As I recall, Nokia doesn’t keep people waiting for long.)

With all these rumors of an emerging challenger, I should say Apple should be given the credit for one important thing - raising the bar so that everyone else should try harder. Kudos to Apple for wedging the market open for an innovation.

Sidenote:

As much as I want to lead to a hasty conclusion (I’m just like all the others, waiting for the news), there’s a good chance that this is the iPerformer I’m referring to. Check out these Nokia sites. Nokia N810 and Nokia N810 WiMax.

I’m pretty sure this would sell out to the public, perhaps in the case of Philippines. Filipinos completely patronize Nokia. Sheeesh! It has an advantage compared to Apple though. It’s not tied up to just one network, unlike iPhone. Boohoo!

Photo Credit — Complejo

There’s this certain attractive force that draws me to visiting Batangas. The idea didn’t just pop up during the I-wanna-go-since-I’m-idle situation. The thought has been bugging me incessantly, I feel like I have to pay it a visit. I wonder what’s in store for me there.

I am strongly considering this Batangas trip if only one of my batchmates (Dareen) will gladly invite me for a roadtrip. *Ehem!* Haha. But in the meantime, I will have to get to know the place through other people’s stories. ‘Oh, their bulalo and tawilis’, I have heard my friend comment during a particular foodtrip in Batangas. (I forgot the restaurant. Boohoo!)

When I finally get the chance to go there, BEWARE MY DEAREST BATANGAS FRIENDS!

Photo Credit — PhilMoney

In commemoration of one hundred years of excellence and service by the University of the Philippines, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has issued an uncut series of four one hundred peso bills bearing the logo of the UP Centennial. The special bills are Bangko Sentral’s tribute to one of the most influential institutions of the country.

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Philippines in UNcylcopedia.

I wonder who wrote this f*cked up article. Really.

Please read this. I can’t cite statements since the whole write up is actually very offensive.

I am not one to speak of patriotism. But this one has crossed the line. I don’t know if the one who wrote this was just trying to be funny, or he’s actually holding a great deal of grudge on Filipinos.

Some of these might somehow be are true, but please, spare the decent ones some dignity. Do away with the exaggeration and most especially the cussing; not all of us are gold diggers.

Photo Credit — Azrael

Often clever, sometimes random and every now and then, a little offensive (albeit adorably so), the Little Losers are a nod to the ambiguity of your personality. Todd Goldman, whose inspiration came after he jokingly called a friend Mr. Douchebag, is now presenting an entire line featuring the little rebels in a series of shirts. The brilliantly satirical horde from David and Goliath features the mister and miss of tart-tongued graphic misfits where characters like the fishnet clad ‘Miss Floozy’ is squared off by an afro-sporting ‘Mr. Pimp;’ a scowling ‘Miss Bitch’ is being flipped-off by a grinning ‘Mr. Asshole;’ and where the unassuming ‘Miss Gold Digger’ can battle wits with a ‘Mr. Tight Wad’

The recent media launch held at Mag:net High Street yesterday (David and Goliath: Little Losers Blogger’s Event) underscored the comical imagery of each definitive character stereotype through fun and games as the popular Gabe Mercado together with SPIT (Silly People Improv Theater) hosted an evening that stayed true to the humorous genius that David and Goliath is known for.

So whether you’re wearing it as a fashion statement or for sheer fun, expect this new breed of losers to lend itself with such brutal honesty that it can’t help but be funny in the spirit of effortless irony.

David and Goliath stores are located at Bonifacio High Street, Power Plant Mall, TriNoma, Robinsons Place Manila Midtown, Greenbelt 5 and Rustan’s Makati.

PS. This write up was the one in the brochure. It says it all. So I took the liberty to post it.

My brother and I are the LOSERS of all LOSERS for coming in UNfashionably late for this party. I regret it, really. Missed out on some fun parts.

Thanks to David and Goliath for the freebies, the P1000 GC, and all the fun and games. It was definitely worth the hassle of commuting to High Street! They sure know how to make losers feel special. Haha

Photo Credit — Azrael

Going loco in the photoloco booth.

This is off topic. I want this Tee Design from David and Goliath.

Photo Credit — Arpee Lazaro

After two astonishing days of food tripping, I felt as if I have devoured so much in my whole life that I was in no position to ever eat again. Lucky for me, before I could even torture myself into strict diet, Kuya Jhez had us signed up for another food trip.

Manila has so much to offer when it comes to great food, restaurants, bistros and cafes. And no one does it better than Ayala Malls. So when I learned that Greenbelt was the hotspot, I said yes without batting an eyelash.

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Photo Credit — Maki Eduardo

Ruby Tuesday is a casual dining restaurant named after the Rolling Stones’ song of the same name. I find nothing significant to connect with the band, therefore, the only conclusion I can make is that it dishes up American fare. I found the interior somehow heavy and hostile. But they had the most intricate salad bar. The freshest ingredients are presented before your very eyes; all you have to do is pitch them up into your bowl.

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You may have noticed Recipes by Café Metro one too many times and wondered what it cooked. Haha. Its minimal interior plays barely with the shades of white, gray and beige. The rationale behind this is that dynamic colors and flavors should only come from its food, which is basically the heart of the restaurant.

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Photo Credit — Maki Eduardo

La Maison as I have heard from my EL (BA European Languages) classmate means ‘home’. The place perfectly fits its description. It exuded a homey feel through its denim placemats, wooden tables and upholstered rattan chairs. They are famed for the steaks, seafood and ribs.

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