TaskUs Made These Ridiculous Pedestrian Lanes in Bohol

The good people from TaskUs just made things brighter at their Tagbilaran City site in the province of Bohol. The most common pedestrian lane they used in the city just got spruced up which they call Ridiculous Roads: BOHOL, a project aimed to uplift the morale of the people of this city after they got hit with Typhoon Odette. It's been hard for much of the populace and seeing these pedestrian lanes in colorful ways would surely give the Boholanons a needed boost.

The artwork was done by Pahid Murals, a local art group that can commission work. This also comes after their recent voluntary employee donation campaign which amassed 2.6 Million pesos to help build homes of those affected by the typhoon. They also have some done in Antipolo City for road safety causes, it's quite awesome to see how TaskUs does community projects like these til now.

Congratulations to the men and women who are striving hard to change the lives of the people of Bohol, I hope it comes back to you ten fold.

Bo’s Coffee Introduces Botty

If you see coffee cups or mugs in my kumagcow IG account, you’ll see something obvious that I’ve been spending a lot of time at the BO’s Coffee branch in SM Megamall. It’s where I work because aside from the ambiance, I get disturbed less because of the seating so I could focus mostly on writing. Their latte is just divine on a humongous sozed mug and I spent hours of fun with myself when I’m there. The place gets packed sometimes and couldn’t get seating sometimes when I have some friends too, plus I couldn’t blame them because food is good, the coffee just tastes so different. It’s what made BO’s pretty successful til now.

For the minor issues, they’re addressing it right away by introducing BOTTY. This is BO’s Coffee’s advanced ordering system so you don’t have to line up just by using the application. Now you can save time, go when you need that coffee break so you could get your schedules fixed. You may order ahead in select branches (for now) but they plan to roll it out to 47 stores more in the near future. 

Steve Benitez the CEO of BO’s Coffee says “We really want to give our customers the best. They can come to our stores and enjoy the ambiance without lining up. That’s where BOTTY comes in. You can easily pay for it using cards including Visa/Mastercard even Paymaya. You’ve got no excuse you’re late, now is the time to make everything faster.” 

So now go to your favorite stores and make the best possible cup of joe from BO’s Coffee chains around the country! 

Say Hello To TIKTOK Philippines

Tiktok Philippines

A few weeks ago, I was seeing weird videos being shared on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter made from an app called TIKTOK on iOS and Google Play. It’s a tiny short video platform which is already popular in other countries and is taking the Philippines by storm. What better way to write about this that to actually experience it myself (YOU CAN ADD MY TIKTOK ID KUMAGCOW) because really, this is a whole lotta fun!

Mind you this breaks the norm as you can now perform with your favorite artists (local and international) because Baninay, Awra, Pamela Swing and lovely Korean/KPOP artists are all here on the platform. That only means you can do the #DuetWithMe challenge wherein you can sing or perform with them in split screen modes and edit the audio, video, its filters right on the app itself without any hitches.

Now if I were you, I’d start early and add myself to the thousands of users in TIKTOK Philippines because I felt that I was already late when I joined, adding KUMAGCOW on your friends list and watching/liking my videos there too would be nice hahaha!

You may download the TIKTOK App on the App Store or Google Play or via http://m.onelink.me/77e54e3b so hurry now!

It’s really super fun!

KUMAGCOW

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Wattpad Presents: Mr. Popular meets Ms. Nobody 2

          Mark Neumann, Shaira Mae and Yassi Pressman stas in Mr. Popular meets Ms. Nobody 2 (Photo credit TV5 website and not mine)

After a very successful run on it's first showing in Wattpad Presents, Mr. Popular meets Ms. Nobody will have a second one starting today November 24 up until the 28th at 9:30 PM. TV5's home grown talents Mark Neumann, Shaira Mae will be part of this and I've seen how these two had become a formidable love team straight from the days when they were still in Artista Academy. I failed to show up during their press conference (my apologies I had surgery) but since I love them this much I know I had to write about it somehow.

Mr. Popular meets Ms. Nobody is about a budding love story between the most popular guy in campus and an introvert girl who he later turns into his personal slave. Mark Neumann plays Kyle, the rich kid who in this installment is out to prove that his love for Chelsea (played by Shaira Mae) against his father's wishes. It later on becomes more complicated because gorgeous Yassi Pressman (who plays Mandy) comes in and wants to take him back since they are exes. Mandy wants Kyle for herself no matter what but will she be able break them up in the process? That's what you may want to find out later too.

Chelsea is in a stir because she ended up with Kyle and since he's the most popular guy in school, there are lots of other girls who would want to have her taken out of the picture. Will she give in to the pressure? Will they eventually end up together when this story ends? Make sure you don't miss it tonight at 9:30PM on TV5.

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Perfect For Rainy Days: MISOTEN Robinsons Magnolia!

Ramen is ramen is ramen is ramen. I have never seen an opportune time to actually have a bowl and more than this perfect weather, whether it be raining like cats and dogs outside this is the perfect thing to have when the time calls for it. Heck I can even have this everyday. Ladies and gentlemen, this is MISOTEN in Robinsons Magnolia, found in Aurora Boulevard, Quezon City.

Warm up your senses first with this complimentary Barley tea that they're going to serve you at the start of your meal. You'll get to relax, have this and appreciate what's going to be served next. I wanted my Ramen fix but this one's a great start! Ready that ever for more!

For an appetizer, why not try their Tori Karaage. Soft inside, hot and super crispy outside. It's not salty, its got just the right amount of spice and it's perfect with the piping hot rice. I wanted more!

I always loved Miso based soups and this one hits the spot. It gives you a warm fuzzy feeling inside.. it gives you warmth and I like it more now because it's raining. I always order this with my Japanese meal because Miso has that earthy taste I look for in a broth. Good thing MISOTEN only does Miso based soups.

I LOVE their Ebi Tempura! I love their vegetable tempura too! It's served only right when you order it. You'll get it hot and so good as you dip them in Tempura sauce that's light and gingery. Definitely something to get and order when in MISOTEN. It's so good!

Fresh as fresh can be this bowl of Kani salad is just right for me. If you are watching your diet, this refreshing bowl of crab strips, mango, lettuce, cucumber and Japanese mayo is just divine! You get to see that this was carefully prepared by the chef. It was cold as it was supposed to be and not room temperature. A plus in my books.

To make it even better, this meal can also come with pot stickers/Gyoza. It's those wrapped poached then fried dumplings which I absolutely love! No need for sauces but you can always do that too. 

This one's the Seafood Tendon which comprises of an Ebi Tempura, Fish, Kani and everything else dipped in batter and Panko breading on top of hot steaming white rice. This is officially my Mom's favorite and I love it too because of its portions. It's tops because it doesn't need anything fancy. It's simple and totally worth it!

They obviously use real deal Japanese rice because as you can see these are very small grains. It was so good I had to have several servings of Gohan. Imagine how it felt when I saw this rice viand that had seasoning and spring onions with it. It was awesome! Then it was time for my favorite! This is the main dish! They call this the MISOTEN SPICY!

Miso based soup, Misoten noodles with slivers of soft "melts in your mouth" kind of pork belly meat, sesame seeds, spring onions, chili (but of course I added MORE!). Enough said! This is the deal breaker and I'm so looking forward having this again in the next few days! I'm telling you, if you love spicy broths THIS IS IT! No other ramen can beat this! If you are near Quezon City, Manila or San Juan... check out MISOTEN in Robinsons Magnolia. It's cozy, and has got some of the best Ramen bowls this side of town!

 

This is called "Excellent Set" and only costs P 450.00. There are other set meals available so don't hesitate to check out their menu. I suggest you go and visit the restaurant today. It's perfect for the rain, perfect for everyday too!

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The First Philippine Popular Music Festival!

It looks like a good year for Music and its aficionados as the competition of all competitions just got BIGGER and BETTER! With names like Ryan Cayabyab spearheading this new project; there can only be a brighter day for amateur and professional Songwriters in the country as the First Philippine Popular Music Festival opens its doors on March 1, 2012!

Make sure you submit your entries to their secretariat starting March 1 this year because the Filipino should always be ahead! Let's all start discovering new songs, genres and start expressing ourselves like no other music loving country could ever do it! This is the time to get more talented Filipinos or Individuals of Filipino descent "residing in the Philippines" to do their stuff and make music the best thing since sliced hot pandesal!

Business leaders, Manny Pangilinan, Mr. C (Ryan Cayabyab himself!), Ogie Alcasid, Noel Cabangon and my ROCK GOD Ely Buendia among others that endorse the First Philippine Popular Music Festival!

Prize at stake is ONE MILLION PESOS and a huge trophy! Endorsed fully be music maestros, the business industry and OPM! This will surely be a momentous event! Watch out as we discover the best of the best Filipino songwriter, musician and singers the land can produce!

It's high time Filipino Music makes a mark in the WORLD STAGE! Join the competition NOW!

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Halloween Costumes Now!

You’re not mistakenly reading this on my website because the rumors are true, Halloween this year just got early!

Nah... I wouldn't like to spoil the kid's celebration of course. There are only a few times that we can see them dressing up for the occasion. What if we need them on some costume parties or for role playing? I think we need places that would be able to provide these services more now.

Do you still dream of that Superhero you love so much when you were a kid? This is the time to be like them because at http://www.incostume.com they have one for kids and adults. Be as strong as the Man of Steel, blast lasers off your hands with Iron Man, punch enemies to the ground like Hell Boy and stay indestructible as the mean green machine Hulk. You can't stop because the limits are endless! You can be whoever you want to be because these Halloween Costumes are not just available in October or November; it's available the whole year!

I personally like this one because I remember Heath Ledger who won Best Supporting Actor just a while ago. His performance was applauded by Hollywood so this one is certainly going to make raves the next time we celebrate. I know I'd enjoy these happy times with friends, so why don't you check out their site and get one for your self. The world needs more superheroes, why not be one of them right?!