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June 2012

Amateur night at Melaka’s Jonker Street

    Jonker Street weekend market is wicked. Just so many people but interesting wares, good street food, a round of drinks with friends. But for the weary traveler, after doing the rounds of the makeshift stalls? Beer on the table during amateur night.

    Fresh curacha crabs in a Zamboanga market

      From the looks of it, it is just strange. Cockroach like, red and with thin pincers. Its carapace dotted with ten white spots and fringed with hair. Spanner crabs (or red frog crab, Ranina ranina LAMARCK 1801) or popularly known in Zamboanga City as curacha is indeed a strange crustacean.

      Canelar, Zamboanga City’s shopping mecca

        The rows upon rows of colorful batik dresses and sarongs were mesmerizing. An explosion of colors and patterns, gazing at the merchandise displayed here can be a treat in itself. For the serious bargain hunter, this is the place to visit in Zamboanga City.

        How I discovered Pilita Corrales in Cebu

          I put on the headphones, searched for the song’s title, clicked PLAY when I found it, listened with anticipation and in a few seconds, I was brought to music heaven. Her voice was soulful, delicate yet evocative, as if she was singing especially for me. Matud nila, ako dili angay…