Oh My Gulay

Owned by the King of Independent Cinema, Kidlat Tahimik - Oh My Gulay is a restaurant that makes the most out of Baguio's abundant supply of fresh vegetables.

Inside Oh My Gulay, one of Baguio's popular vegetarian restaurants

How Running Benefited Maja Salvador

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Maja Salvador plays a runner in the upcoming movie "Thelma" inspired from true life stories of Filipina runners.

The movie was directed by Paul Soriano, his second attempt to create a full length film, since he used to do advertising films.

Real Life Olympian Runner Elma Muros is also part of this film playing the coach of Thelma, the character played by Maja Salvador. Maja trained hard for this and she said running had really benefited a lot specially to her health.

"6 weeks po akong nagtraining para magampanan ko talaga ang role ng isang runner and malaki po ang naging tulong nito sa akin" she said during the bloggers night of Thelma held at Yellow Cab last August 31.

"Mas na eenergize po ako sa trabaho pagkatapos kong tumakbo" she adds. "Pag may extra time po ako sa work, itutuloy ko po ang pagtakbo".

*THELMA lead star Maja Salvador and Director Paul Soriano are trending on Yahoo Philippines. THELMA is a must see film, showing nationwide on Sept 7.

More updates to come after I run........

 

Thelma - "Some people run away from their problems, she ran to
fix them" - Starring: Maja Salvador, Tetchie
Agbayani, Eliza Pineda, John Arcilla, Elma Muros, Jason Abalos

The Health Benefits of Music

Music is a therapy, aside from it's a popular and growing field for good reason, it can also reduce stress, aid health, and carry many health benefits.

Elements National Singing & Songwriting Camp

ASPIRING singers ages 18 to 25 who are citizens and residents of the Philippines are all invited to apply in 7101 Music Nation’s much awaited and highly anticipated “2nd ELEMENTS National Singing and Songwriting Camp.”

7101 Music Nation is the brainchild of three music aficionados namely its Artistic Director, Maestro Ryan Cayabyab; its Chief Executive Officer, established businessman Julio D. Sy, Jr.; and its Chief Operating Officer, music industry maven Twinky Lagdameo. The goal of the company is to build platforms that will gather Filipino artists and musicians and promote the sharing of ideas and talents to further uplift Filipino musicality and artistry. The ELEMENTS National Songwriting Camp is the group’s pilot project and it should be noted that after successfully hosting the Camp for songwriters last year, a new track has been added this time to include singers.

Alodia Gosiengfiao at the Globe Tattoo Swatch Cosplay

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Last week Alodia was on top of the most searchable in Yahoo, now she gets more and more famous.

Cosplay goddess Alodia Gosiengfiao graced the Tattoo Swatch Cosplay "Tattoed in Time" event last June 4 at the Trinoma Activity Center. It was well attended by the greatest cosplayers in the metro.

Alodia, who's also a Tattoo Ambassador hosted the event together with eventologist Tim Yap. "This is my first time to see Alodia in person, we only talk in twitter that's why I am so happy to see her face to face, I am an Alodia fan myself." - Tim shares as he wears a Swatch inspired costume with wings.

Alodia was very happy to see her fellow cosplayers, especially Batman, Flash, Aquaman, Green Lantern and Shrek.

Director Rowell Santiago was also there to judge together with Alodia's sister Ashley Gosiengfiao.

Alodia's co ambassador Sarah Gauger was also there who did a performance also with General Luna Band.

There was also a fashion show of cosplay cutomes designed by Famous Fashion Designers.

This event was also the launch of Globe Tattoo as it  speeds of up to 3 mbps, Wifi Sharing, and 200 free texts monthly.

Here are some photos during the event:

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Philippines’ Cosplay Queen Alodia Gosiengfiao trends on Yahoo

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A few days ago I did a post about Cosplay goddesses Alodia and Ashley Gosiengfiao as endorsers of Wheatgrass Easy Pha-max. I was surprised to get more than 300 likes for that post. I remember the time when Mike Abundo said: "If you blog Alodia, expect a spike on traffic"

Now it's proven. No wonder why a lot of companies get her as endorser, it's because she really is that influential. I wonder how much TF she gets for her endorsements? Whatever the price, I know she deserves it.

And because of that, Philippines’ Cosplay Queen Alodia Gosiengfiao trends on Yahoo. Each week, Yahoo! search editors analyze online queries to see the themes and trends which bubbled to the surface.

Last week (23-29 May) the web was buzzing with pop culture icons including Cosplay Queen, Indie Prince and Primetime Queen.

Here's the complete list:

Philippines’ “Cosplay Queen,” “Indie Prince,” and the Kapuso Network’s “Primetime Queen” are among last week’s top 10 Pinoy pop culture royals trending on Yahoo!

Alodia Gosiengfiao: The 23 year old “Cosplay Queen” tops this week’s list after she and her sister Ashley featured in the widely publicized launch of Easy Pha-max Wheatgrass ready-to-drink health beverage TVC. Alodia’s affair with cosplay – short for costume play or dressing up as a fictional character, started when she was 15, consequently opening up opportunities for her in the entertainment world. The Animax VJ who hosts ABS-CBN’s prank show Laugh Out Loud with Luis Manzano was signed up earlier this month as the brand ambassador by Globe Telecom for its mobile Internet service.

Dennis Trillo: In the June 2011 issue of YES! Magazine, Jennylyn Mercado detailed her reasons for breaking up with actor Dennis Trillo. The Kapuso actress stated how a small argument turned into a huge fight that ended the relationship, eventually hurting her. Netizens searched for Dennis’ version of the issue but he refused to comment instead stating, “The truth is, I really don’t want to talk about it because it’s done and over with.”

Bagyong Chedeng: Tropical Storm Chedeng entered Philippines on the morning of May 23. The typhoon which left four people dead and P14 million in damages, reminded people of the destruction that Typhoon Ondoy had brought in 2009. Chedeng also brought to light PAGASA’s (Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration) conflicting weather forecasts with Japan Meteorological Agency’s weather predictions.

Sam Pinto: The 21-year-old actress and model momentarily rose to the top spot when she overtook Marian Rivera and Angel Locsin in the last week’s unofficial results of FHM Philippines’ 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2011. The Captain Barbell actress, who was also recently chosen as an endorser for San Miguel Light Beer and Fitrum dietary supplement, has since climbed back to the third place.

Coco Martin:

 

 Earlier this month, Philippines’ “Indie Prince” received the Gawad Urian’s Actor of the Decade Award for 2000 to 2009 along with actresses Gina Pareño and Cherry Pie Picache. Coco Martin, born as Rodel Nacianceno, received the honor for his outstanding work in films including Jay, Tambolista, Daybreak, Kinatay, and Noy from the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (the Filipino Film Critics).

American Idol:

 

 Seventeen-year old country crooner Scotty McCreery became the new American Idol after defeating the judges’ choice for the title Lauren Alaina. Scotty performed alongside Tim McGraw and sang a duet, Live Like You're Dying. "It felt like a dream," Scotty said about his victory.

Jiro Manio:

 

een actor Jiro Manio, The former FAMAS and Urian best actor award winner for his role in Magnifico, has reportedly volunteered to undergo rehabilitation for drug abuse. He was part of ABS-CBN network’s roster of talents and was pulled out off the television series Tayong Dalawa for "unprofessional and irresponsible behavior”. According to a PEP report, Jiro’s father assured his fans that the 19-year old actor “is committed to becoming a better person”.

Marian Rivera:



GMA Network’s controversial star returns to primetime as she plays the title role of warrior princess Amaya, an epic series set in the Central Visayas in the 1500s. Actors Sid Lucero and model-turned-actor Mikael Daez, who was also trending in Yahoo! search last week for an alleged photo scandal, join her in the cast. The mestiza actress is often criticized for her imperfect English and alleged snobbish behavior.

NBA: In the 2011 NBA playoffs last week, Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat emerged as the contenders in the finals. Miami Heat’s entry in the NBA Finals was particularly inspirational to the Filipinos because of the team’s head coach Erik Spoelstra, who is Filipino-American. Erik’s mother Elisa, is from San Pablo, Laguna. Miami Heat beat Mavericks 92-84.


Gandang Gabi Vice:



Comedian Vice Ganda, who is Jose Marie Viceral in real life, now has his own TV show. Gandang Gabi Vice, a combination of comedy, television sitcom and variety show, started airing on ABS-CBN from May 22, with Bea Alonzo, Kim Chiu, and Angeline Quinto as guests. For its second episode, the show featured Piolo Pascual, Cristine Reyes, and Gerald Anderson.

Justin Bieber's PeTA Ad

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Pop Sensation Urges Fans Always to Adopt From an Animal Shelter: 'Animals Can Make U Smile'

Justin Bieber's recent hit single "U Smile" not only has his legions of fans smiling but also has homeless dogs wagging their tails and homeless cats purring. That's because the pop music phenom—whose concert tour hits Manila on May 10—is the star of a new PETA ad that promotes adoptions from animal shelters. The ad was shot by renowned celebrity photographer Cliff Watts.

"It's really important that people adopt," said Bieber. "I really encourage going out to an animal shelter or a place where you can get a dog who has been abandoned or doesn't have a home."

Buying an animal from a pet store or a breeder robs a homeless animal of his or her chance at finding a good home. The less fortunate never even make it to a safe haven; they are left to fend for themselves on the streets, where they are often subjected to abuse by cruel people or succumb to starvation, disease, or injuries.

Bieber's numerous awards include the American Music Awards' Artist of the Year, and he recently released an acoustic version of his breakthrough album called My World Acoustic. He joins a growing list of celebrities—including Lea Michele, Kellan Lutz, Yasmien Kurdi, Pink, Maggie Q, Borgy Manotoc,—who have teamed up with PETA to help animals.

For more information, please visit PETAAsiaPacific.com