Ivan's Recos & More

It's always good to be prepared for the unexpected. Anywhere you go, there are risks of injury and illness that can turn your vacation into a nightmare if you're not ready. And while it may seem like common sense to do research on where you're traveling before heading out, there are some things that many people forget about or don't know about their destination until they get there.

The Lunar New Year is coming, with many households decorating their homes with trinkets, fruits, and other items. These invite good fortune and abundance that will help people get through every day, especially with the ongoing health scare.

Everyone loves to eat pasta and spends a great deal on ordering them. However, wouldn’t it be great if they had the easiest recipes available and more convenient ways to cook? In this food blog, you are going to learn three different and easy ways to make one-pot pasta.

If you’ve been keeping track of the local economy during the pandemic, you’d know that the real estate sector is one of the few industries that performed well during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as most industries begin to take their operations (including their work arrangement) into the digital space, those who can make the transition and quickly adopt full digitalization and drive online sales can reap success in the post-pandemic world.

Sweden is a lesser traveled holiday destination for travelers worldwide. It is somewhat off the global radar when considering some of the trendier destinations for those visiting from western countries. It puts the country in a class by itself since significant crowds do not overrun it. The positive is that Sweden can remain authentic without westernized influence.

There are many fantastic travel destinations. Most of them allow you to meet new people, explore a different culture, and experience something new. But some of these destinations are so impressive they can change your mindset and life in general.

We’ve been seeing a lot of hype in Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies lately so we decided to try it for ourselves. I personally like to take Apple Cider Vinegar because of the many health benefits that I read about it. However, I do admit that it’s a challenge to take Apple Cider Vinegar even when diluted in water so I add honey to it. Just the same, we thought it might be easier to stick to a routine if it’s more convenient to drink Apple Cider Vinegar that’s why we gave Goli a try.

It’s no secret that I’ve been trying to incorporate a shampoo bar into my personal care routine and one of the brands that I do like is the Kaido Gugo Hair Grower Shampoo Bar. I think it’s a good product because it’s made of gugo, a plant that is traditionally used by Filipinos as shampoo since ancient times. Not only that, it's convenient to carry so it has become part of our family travel essentials.

It has always been my dream to publish my own book and be called an author so when the opportunity to do so came, I was very ecstatic. In just under a week of creating my manuscript, editing and making revisions, and laying out the cover, my first ever book was ready and available in the market.

A car is a big investment for many Filipinos, which is why it’s only reasonable to take some time to really think things through before making a purchase. This is even more true if you’re looking for a family vehicle because you’ll have different priorities. For one, the car’s appearance will matter less as practical features take center stage (though this doesn’t mean that family cars have to be boring).

It’s really hard to dampen the spirit of camaraderie for the Filipino Bloggers Network (FBN), even with the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing. As such, although virtually, the FBN still held its milestone 10th Annual Christmas Party last December 12, 2021.

If you travel regularly and enjoy vacations, you understand the importance of planning a trip meticulously. When planning a vacation, one must consider everything from the length of stay to the destination. Questions arise about what activities will be enjoyed and how far it is from your daily life.

Viviamo, makers of the well-known Belle de Jour planners, has been helping and empowering Filipinos for 16 years through the products that they create. In fact, Dreampowerment is an advocacy that Viviamo and Belle de Jour have been passionately promoting through its Dreampowering products.

As busy parents, we may always find ourselves pressed for time when it comes to preparing food for our family. While we do want to serve delicious meals to our loved ones, we also don’t want to compromise their health. That’s why it’s really a big help for us to discover food items that are easy-to-prepare, great-tasting, and nutritious food such as those from San Miguel Foods.