The Shop Guam Taste Guam Festival!

The lively and wonderful island of Guam celebrates yet another milestone as they launch the 6th Year of SHOP GUAM, TASTE GUAM FESTIVAL this November 29, 2013. Aimed to further promote this paradise as a mecca for fashion, food, fun and diverse destinations, the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) together with the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA) and its partners will take over Pleasure Island starting December 1, 2013 from 4PM to 10PM!

International celebrities will also be seen in Guam on these dates. Famed image model of San-ai Swimwear Ikumi Hisamatsu will also join 20 beautiful local models in five live fashion shows throughout the duration of this event. They will showcase designs and clothing from leading establishments/brands such as DFS Galleria, DNA Evolution, San-ai, GAP and Macy’s. Taiwanese pop rock group F.I.R. will also grace the festivities along with some charity work to help the less fortunate children in their country plus Guam's own local DJ's and EDM wonders will showcase great tunes all day long.

GHRA President Ms. Mary P. Rhodes also says that "Everyone is invited to enjoy the tastes, sights and sounds of Shop Guam, Taste Guam. In its 6th year, Taste Guam will feature a good cross section of island cuisine from hotels, restaurants and smaller vendors representing businesses throughout the island." This will surely be a huge party to serve and entertain not only tourists, but the locals and military personnel stationed there as well.

This will be absolutely FREE to the public. They will be selling off $20 coupon booklets though for the benefit of the Micronesian Chefs Association, Guam Community College’s Culinary Arts Program and GHRA's own scholarships. You're not only having fun, but also helping quite a number of charities and scholarship programs through this event.

If you don't want to miss any of the festivities, they have also launched a new app available in the Apple Store and Google Play Store so you can get more deals and thrills in this celebration. 

You can download them on these URL's for your convenience, plus it's totally FREE!

APPLE
https://itunes.apple.com/app/shop-guam-festival/id743999884?ls=1&mt=8

ANDROID
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobimanage.shopguam

It's easy, it's fun and so interactive! If you wish to make your day a blast, download them now and get the schedules right in the palm of your hand!

For more information about SHOP GUAM, TASTE GUAM Festival

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http://www.visitguam.org

NOT "Just a Shoe": The 2013 CONVERSE Weatherized Collection

Clothing is restricted to human beings. At first, it was merely intended for protection. It was intended to battle every force of nature your body won't be able to handle. This remains so true. Today more than ever, in every pair of shoe - you try to find your own IDENTITY; this is the same feeling of finding that certain "STYLE" that would best represent you. It's that moment when you would be able to make them see your taste, your hunger to appreciate things - and how you would like to be perceived by the world. All THAT just for a shoe - but THIS unfortunately... is not just a bloody shoe for me. 

This awesome Black Stitched Leather Shoes by CONVERSE is part of the 2013 Chuck Taylor Weatherized Collection. For most people, they are probably just seeing these as plain Chucks. For me, it's quite different. I'll tell you why.

I'm John. I live in a small town in Quezon City all my life. I couldn't say I'm rich, I couldn't say I'm poor but my life is just about... right. I have no qualms with people. I live with memories of my childhood that would gladly pay a pretty normal upbringing, but really no.

I've been bullied a lot. I was too thin and dark as a kid that others used to call me palito or negro. With a Spanish lineage spanning decades of naturally good looks and machismo, you were bound to be ridiculed because of what you look and what you wear. Some people in my community including my childhood friends did the same - because Filipinos generally have a template for what looks good in their dictionary. Yet I never took anything against them, or anybody. It's a cultural thing I guess. 

After the ill fated puberty, I grew up pretty fast. With a sculptured German physique + six pack abs (of course that's a joke!), became bigger, taller than the average Filipino, I loathed myself in getting better at EVERYTHING I do. With good folks at home, better friends and a promising career in view... I always wanted to keep my style in check so I get the confidence I needed to get there.

When I saw these Black Stitched Leather Shoes on the catalog, I immediately grabbed it. It's non conventional exterior, strong stitched construction, tough and sturdy sole just spelled ME all over it. What I like about this is that it can pass for a more "casual look" since it's leather but still make you a bit edgy since it doesn't look like usual ones from the factory. The shoes DEFINITELY made me more confident, like a security blanket. THIS is also the reason why I never treat my shoes as "just a shoe". When I wear them, they make me proud. I become confident and get that needed boost because I know I look good with these weatherized Chucks all day long.

On a regular day, my essentials are NOT just plain essentials. I've been blogging since 2003. I carry around a DSLR camera, a Laptop computer, a shirt and a few things for personal "look" maintenance. Ladies call them "Kikay Kit", I call them "Macho Kit" why not LOL.

I found this bag off the shelf in a Grape Leaf color (consequently this is also a part of the 2013 Weatherized Collection). It's big enough to fit those items I mentioned and size wise, something that I can carry. I'm not a fan of small ones since I find it more of an accessory rather than a REAL bag. This one was really comfortable, and yes this is pretty much FUNCTIONAL. It's what people like me need to get that exuding confidence I was telling you about earlier. Add this bag to the overall look and I'm GOOD.

Aside from that, this might prove the fact that BIG boys like me need BIG Pitch Black bags like these. Whether going to the gym or just hitting the road for a few days, this is PERFECT.

It even matches my shoes - it felt like serendipity. I am happy. I feel like the universe is coming together. With the unmatched quality and fare for things that look good, comfortable and functional CONVERSE has gone the extra mile to make you and I be the best version of ourselves with the 2013 Weatherized Collection. I've already decided to add this shoe (and the other caps, jackets and bags) to my still growing collection of Chucks at home. Now it's your turn and make that decision. Who knows?! The change you've been longing for all these years might start with "just a shoe".

For more information about the CONVERSE 2013 Weatherized Collection

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http://www.converse.com.ph

Note: Am NOT a model, just a good lookin' CONVERSE owner. :)

10 Awesome Years of Gonuts Donuts!

Gonuts Donuts is truly the best locally founded donut company in the Philippines. It was established in 2003. The Trillana - De Ocampo families wanted to franchise Krispy Kreme initially but was denied. They decided to put up their own after 18 months of planning and now it's a huge success. Since then, they have already put up a lot of stores here and abroad and thousands upon thousands were sold more on these joints to the amusement of now their - competitor. This year sparks their 10th Anniversary and they celebrated in a simple way after Typhoon Yolanda hit the country. Simple, yet very irresistible... much like their donuts which was a welcome sight for sweet tooths like me!

10 Years? How about 10 NEW DONUT FLAVORS! 

Here's Green Tea and Smores

I love the Strawberry Sunshine, the White Chocolate Glaze Lite runs a close second.

They don't come as sinful as this. Peanut Butter Caramel and Hazelnut Crunch.

Lemon Lite and Sea Salt Caramel Mmmmm....

Last but definitely not the least... the Chocolate Mint and Mocha Lite Donuts... it just makes your mouth water... arghhh..

But wait, they didn't stop there. There were a few more bottles on the table that looked quite nice. I especially love the Mango... but trust me, everything's really all good!

This one's sweet and full of that Mango goodness!

The Orange Juice is a little tangy, sweet and really refreshing. Love this!

The Iced Tea was good, but if we're to choose something... the Mango is the clear winner. Now, you've got more things to pair up with your favorite donut... and it's all on the same store. Awesome idea than going for colas right?

Thinking of something to take home aside from their donuts? Don't despair! They've got your cookie butter bottled and ready... without breaking the bank!

Bottled in different sizes and made with the freshest ingredients, your bread (or in my case Brown Brittles and Sugar Twists) just won't taste the same way again after a spread or two of this Cookie Butter by Gonuts Donuts/GND. I actually don't have this anymore in the refrigerator because it was gone in like 2 days (courtesy of my Sis, Mom and Dad, they are in jail now LOL). It's lovely crunchy cinamonny aroma will be quite addicting... don't say I didn't warn you!

Oh and if you fancy a crunchy way to end your day, how about these classic ones on their shelves?



Crunchy almost feels like a well done French croissant with toppings and fillings of cream cheese, blueberry, mango, berries or plain sugar raised... they all have that now on Gonuts Donuts stores near you. So, what are you waiting for? Come celebrate with them on their 10th year and give that loved one a special treat by taking home Gonuts Donuts treats now!

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King of the Gil Concert On SKYCABLE Pay Per View

I first saw Enrique Gil years ago during the Budoy press screening. He was smaller, a little shy and didn't get to talk that much because he wasn't used to cameras, the glitz and glamour that came with it. 

Now, his physique has changed. He's got tons of shows and showed how powerful he is on the dancefloor. He's staging his own dance concert tonight and got a throng of his friends along like Comedy Horse Heiress Vice Ganda, the gorgeous Angel Locsin, cocolovin Julia Montes, the kathniel's half Kathryn Bernardo, madlang people's Jhong Hilario, Vhong Navarro, brilliant rapper Gloc 9, Rayver Cruz, Aaron Villaflor, super pretty Kim Chiu, Martin del Rosario, Arjo Atayde, Ejay Falcon, G-Force and the Streetboys. 

It's possible that some of his fans were not able to get tickets to his show but don't be sad... it's also going to be streamed live into your homes via SKYCABLE Pay Per View! If you're an existing cable subscriber, all you need to do is call 381-0000 or go to www.mysky.com.ph so you can pay the awesome price of P299.00 for the chance to watch Enrique Gil strut his stuff and show you why he's the one and only King of Dougie. 

Make sure you give them a call now so you can get it on your living room when the show starts tonight! You won't be sorry!

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/*photos from Enrique Gil's PR and not mine