Coffee Love Down South at Festival Mall

My visit to Festival Mall a few days ago was actually a bit surprising. There have been really remarkable improvements to the mall and they've opened up shops including coffee places that I frequent in. I wanted to relax after an event and do some writing projects in between because I find these places quite calming. The scent of freshly ground coffee, it was all I need to get inspired and shrug off all the stress. 

I don't like super crowded places and Seattle's Best Coffee does really good Javakula, my fave Java Chip, their breakfast sets, pasta, salads and sandwiches. Plus they are donning my favorite color Red :) so that's a plus! I like Festival Mall and how it's all front and center to Filinvest City, they call these Filinvest Lifemalls which they put up in different properties. Their VP for Marketing Ms. Rose Nuqui says "We've envisioned this not just to be a place to shop but somewhere to actually spend quality time for families and friends even if it's just over coffee." And I think that's a good thing. So if you're in the mood to hang out with the most important people in your life, take a trip down south and sit down, have a cup or two in Festival Mall. 

It's all there!

KUMAGCOW

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Perks from #SmartEverwing

Imagine my surprise this morning about the perks inside this popular game called EVERWING. Everybody has been crazy about it and I was almost on the verge quiiting this game because I get disheartened when some people out score me. Well, it looks like I'd be playing again because Smart subscribers with registered smart numbers on Facebook will get to enjoy their very own SMART EGG, isn't that awesome?

Go ahead and hatch it now until August 14 together with other promos that they have on the game. Aside from that, if you play continously while on Smart data, you'll have additional perks but that's going to remain a surprise. I guess it's time for you to hatch it now!

My Smart egg contains KIIN and I can't wait to see the next one tomorrow. So for those in my friends list, please forgive me for sending you game requests today! Hahahah! That's #SmartEverwing for yah!

So start opening Messenger and let's play!

KUMAGCOW

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Jake Cuenca on his Cinemalaya Entry "Requited"

He's been honing his craft for a couple of years now. Been in and out of the country to take upon himself schooling and all the hodge podge of acting; which he deems important from day 1. This time though he takes the role and movie production of a Cinemalaya entry called "Requited" together with indie veteran Anna Luna. Directed by Nerissa Picadizo, this romantic drama film tackles the relationship of ex's Matt and Sandy in their journey to bike from the city of Manila to the province of Pampanga to the hills of killer volcano Mount Pinatubo. Matt suffers from Parkinson's disease, and you'll see how this journey would spell how they rekindle their romance or end in his tragic death. It was his dying wish to accomplish this with her, which she unselfishly obliged.

Jake Cuenca says "I guess if there is a lot common between me and the character it would be the moving on process. I get into the role early on but I laugh because she's (Anna Luna) so funny in person. I guess it was a challenge to do this as I got into an accident and broke my hand, we waited for 75% to heal and removed the cast. It was hard and we had torrential rain in between takes but the place is just majestically beautiful so we had to shoot there. It's the love for being out there, the speed, human power, nature and the appreciation of the scenery that you will see in the film. It was fulfilling, I'm not thinking about returns but how it would be seen in the film. I want to do it this way and I'm attached to it. I can't even be a diva because if it's dark we have to pack up, it is gratifying to see the process of editing and color grading. I am not even looking at the numbers, but I see this commercially released. It is so easy to understand but the ending is unpredictable. We can think about the numbers later. The grant is only 750,000 so just imagine how crunched we were on post production. If not for Direk I don't know how this would happen. I hope I could become a Director soon, I'll have to study for that too."

Jake and Anna has been together in Ivanna Chubbuck classes and she really auditioned for this role (one among thousands). She's lauded by Jake because they only required themselves to act as natural as possible, and accomplished it easy. Aside from this project, Jake Cuenca will also be part of Ang Panday which will be sent as an entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival 2017 and directed by Coco Martin. The Gala Night will happen on August 8 9PM at the CCP Main Theater and will be shown from August 4-13 in various Ayala Cinemas nationwide. 

Ka Tunying's Cafe Now A Part of The Bistro Group

I live in this neighborhood enough to know when a place actually pops up and get enough traction to be tried by my friends and family. I also frequent this part of the city because most TV stations are near here. These coffee shops become my place to work and I don't tell people about it because I would usually want the place to my own. No matter how selfish that sounds, I find these places cozy and conducive for work, sometimes even get the creative juices flowing while I do my favorite thing in the world, blogging and people watching. This one is going to be an exception though because I feel I should tell you about it, have you heard of Ka Tunying's Cafe?

This place is owned by Anthony Taverna and his wife Roselle, same man who hosts shows in DZMM, ABSCBN and who is quite a prolific journalist. For those who don't know, his family owns a very prominent neighborhood bakery in his home province of Nueva Ecija and this place wreaks of that as they serve awesome native made sausages from that region, perfect for Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch or Dinner. His restaurant actually isn't named after him, but his Dad (Anontio Sr.) and it's that same provincial charm set in a cozy ambiance that he wants to deliver. With this good premise, I'm sure Quezon City is the perfect place to start off. People have been raving about his "Batutay" which has got the perfect blend of Garlic and spices, fried golden, all in natural casing served with Garlic fried rice if you're not naughty. They have other best sellers like the Arroz Ala Tunying, Cabanatuan Longsilog (which that Batutay I mentioned is included) and is available in recado and hamonado variants too. If you're craving for something good on rainy days, you can try the Tsamporado with Tuyo Flakes, Creamy Baked Bangus, Tinapa Carbonara, Ka-Love-Asa Lasagna, Pancit Ni Nanay Benny (who's recipe came from Ka Tunying's Mom), Kamote Cheesebread, Kalabasa Ensaymada and my current addiction Ka Tunying's Blend Coffee. All rice meals can also be upgraded with Unlimited Rice as an option for only Php 35 bucks. 

Just recently, they partnered with one of the biggest group of restaurants in the country "The Bistro Group". These are the same people who owns, manages and have grown restaurants such as TGIFridays, Itallianis, Denny's among others. Anthony and Roselle felt confident about his move as they are gearing to grow their brands. They have been eagerly updating their menu as well to introduce new appetizers, mains and desserts that would be apt for their stores in Timog Avenue (right in front of GMA) and NAIA 3 branches which they hope will be experienced and savored by more Filipinos soon. Jean Paul Manuud COO of the Bistro Group sees this as their great contribution of serving innovative Filipino comfort food and the same world class service they offer in their restaurants. 

If you want to know more about their offerings, check out www.facebook.com/katunyingscafe and their channels on the page. As of recent posts, they are also offering Bruce Tawillis, Tinapang Lumangoy sa Monggo and Labo Labong Chop Suey to name a few so if you're looking for comfort food, this might be a good time to visit them. I'm writing this now at their coffee shop so say hi if you see me haha!

Call them at 3661342 if you have small events or meetings as they can get a room arranged for that. Trust me on the Batutay.

KUMAGCOW

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