by nicoleortega | Sep 23, 2016 | Food, Lifestyle
As a cheese lover, I want to share with you how much we have grown and been able to develop our own. One particular farm I had the pleasure visiting offered such diverse flavors and a concept that is world class. I went to Davao some weeks ago and made sure to stop...
by nicoleortega | Jul 6, 2016 | Fashion & Beauty, Lifestyle
Idèe (pronounced, eee-dey), is a clothing store that is the brainchild of mother and daughter tandem, Rica and Cecilia Davila. It was born out of a love and appreciation for beautiful clothes, shoes and accessories that they see in their travels. Rica...
by nicoleortega | Jun 29, 2016 | Events, Lifestyle
It was quite an inspiring morning for me as I met with Stephanie Kienle-Gonzalez to talk about her family business’ new concept. This is their first venture into lifestyle as they have added home accessories and a children’s furniture line called Little...
by nicoleortega | Jun 27, 2016 | Events, Lifestyle
All About Champagne I may not be a wine or champagne connoisseur, but must one really be? Nope. Especially not in my case. I feel that one must just try and experiment until they know what tastes good to them. I grew up with wine on the table, my mom having...
by nicoleortega | Jun 13, 2016 | Fashion & Beauty, Lifestyle
Because of my love of wearing our local designers on trips, I recently brought new pieces by my dear friend, Mandy Dela Rama, on a quick trip to Singapore. I still get a kick out of how much our Filipino talent gets noticed and complimented abroad. It makes me so...
by nicoleortega | Jun 9, 2016 | Food, Lifestyle
My Andrè Chiang adventure went so seamlessly, it must’ve been meant. I was invited (and went) to his book signing for the launch of his cookbook, PHAIDON at Fully Booked, Manila and I was sincerely impressed with his style and methods. I tried my luck at...