Wazzup Pilipinas News and Events

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Michelin Pilot Experience : Living the Dream!

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A select number of Philippine media and motorists will be among the participants in Malaysia’s world renowned Formula 1 Circuit in Sepang that will come alive with the roar and excitement of elite motorsports. The Filipinos are among over 500 Michelin customers, journalists and social media commentators from 15 countries who will enjoy the rare and unique opportunity of Michelin’s Pilot Experience.

The 19 days MICHELIN Pilot Sport Experience which starts August 6th will give participants including the exhilaration and adrenaline rush of piloting arguably some of the most competitive circuit racing vehicles in the motor sports arena. All of the activities are done under the watchful eye of professional instructors and renowned racecar drivers with decades of experience in totally safe and competitive driving environment.

This year, Michelin teams up with ORECA Asia, the Asian branch of ORECA, internationally recognized in motorsports including organizing brand events and circuit operations across the globe.

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The Bigas2 Hack brings together developers from around the Philippines to inspire innovations that help improve the livelihoods of rice farmers. This hackathon is unique because it is driven by IRRI's mission to reduce poverty and hunger, improve the health of rice farmers and consumers, and ensure that rice production is environmentally sustainable. Developers will have the opportunity to learn new programming techniques, network with other developers and software representatives, win prizes and, most importantly, make a difference in the world!

When:: Saturday August 31, 2013 - Sunday September 1, 2013
Where:: International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) headquarters Los Banos, Laguna, Philippines
Who:: Hacker teams of 2 to 4 people (individuals may form teams at event)
How:: Register here for free: http://bigas2hack.eventbrite.com.
Why:: You want to make a difference in the lives of Filipino rice farmers and you like prizes!

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Do you know where you will find a hot spot place to enjoy this cold weather? Why not go to the Ganso Shabuway Japanese restaurant nearest on you?

They have branches in Greenbelt 5, Powerplant Mall and at the Albang Town Center. But wait! - they have a new one at the East Wing of EDSA Shangri-La Mall in Ortigas! Now, that's awesome news!

Ganso Shabuway is also now offering a new variety of menu to make your tummy happier than ever!

I got so excited after I got an invite to try out the new menus I felt I needed to bring my wife along to share the excitement - share the blessings!

After all, Shabuway is a coined term that means "the road to shabu-shabu for shabu-shabu lovers." So I tagged along my "lover" on our way to a Japanese treat!

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Delegates composed of Ambassadors, Consuls General and Tourism Directors gather around the Taal Vista Hotel lobby entrance infront of the huge tarpoulin welcoming them to the second stop of the Department of Tourism's and Rajah Tours and Travels' Cultural and Historical Tour around the Metro and nearby cities like Cavite, Laguna and Tagaytay. This was last July 10, 2013 after their visited to historical Jose Rizal Shrine in Calamba, Laguna and Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite.

The event is the 8th run managed by Rajah Tours and Rajah Travels in partnership with the Department of Tourism. It is a week long event which started last July 9 and will end on July 12.

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"Ang nais ko ay maging luntian ang kulay sa paligid ng daang matuwid" or something to that effect. This is what all honorable nature lovers should say when the need to take care of our environment is threatened. We should act now before it's too late. We can only save our planet if we all do our share and contribute for a greater and "greener" cause.

Set aside the "epals" and "pasaways" of the government and private sector and put forward political will and social responsibility so we can guarantee a bright future for the next generation. We start with the land we are living, and hopefully others around the world will follow.

If the goal of our President (and his chosen men) is to clean up our government from "trapos" and "buwayas" and to put everything in its rightful place, the people (both locals and foreigners living in and visiting from out of the country) coming from the private sector should also try their best to come up with ways on how to help him in his endeavor. He can only do much so he needs all of our help to accomplish greater tasks before he ends his presidency.

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I thought I've already tasted the best Filipino dishes at home. Well, sorry mom but your cooking has been beaten by this new restaurant offering Filipino Comfort Foods.

As of this writing, I've been there twice already....and both visits never disappointed me.

What is there to say about their Filipino dishes? Well, I'm Filipino but it came unexpected that they will still be able to bring out the best in our native dishes.

Don't believe me? Then go there for yourself at the expansion of EDSA Shangri-La mall. Just follow your noses but be able to distinguish their great tasting sardines or "binangoonan" dishes.

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It is not very often that I get to have time to post on Facebook the photos of the food that I am currently enjoying at that very moment. I was surprised I found myself very generous and proud to share to the world what we were currently dining on. I usually just post it a day after, or just post one photo just to let people know where I am right that very moment. However, the food were just too good to keep to ourselves, I had to share it with the rest of the world - or at least to my friends and subscribers on Facebook.

What even motivated me to boast of the food was the mere fact that even my kids enjoyed the treat. At first, I really thought they won't be too fond of the dishes the restaurant will be serving us. But I was totally surprised my kids really appreciated the food at Thai Bistro.

It makes me wonder how mature their taste buds have grown already to even like authentic Thai spicy foods. My kids have tasted American, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, Korean, and many other dishes but it was their very first time to try Thai.

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Buddha-Bar keeps its high standards with their introduction of their Business Lunch menu in the heart of Makati. Meticulously prepared by Chef Soc Santos, Buddha- Bar Manila presents its 3-full course meal, all for P790 net.

Everyday of the week, a special set of menu shall encourage your appetite. The Buddha-Bar menu offers a selection of Pacific rim dishes, that has a blend of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, more East Asian flavor combined subtly with the flavors of the West.

Are we in for a sumptuous feast? Join us and find out as we present to you the Buddha-Bar Business Lunch.

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The Angus Beef Nilaga in the picture above is a lot more delicious in real life, and so are the other dishes served at Ninak, one of the newest restaurant sprouting at Kapitolyo in Pasig. It's very near the main road and the traffic enforcers know exactly where it is even though its new in the neighborhood.

Ninak is actually "kanin" spelled backwards. Kanin is the tagalog for rice - the staple food of Filipinos. Many would say they won't feel filled if they are not served rice along with their viand. Bread, pasta or mashed potatoes are no equal replacement for rice.

All the great dishes goes well with rice, and we seem to can't live conveniently or fulfilled without it. "Hindi ako nabubusog kapag hindi ako kumakain ng kanin" says many. It will always be a part of the Filipino meal.

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Amici has introduced around 10 new dishes to tease your palate, make your heart palpitate, and maybe wanna make you drool all over - that last one maybe too much.... hahaha!

Seriously, I've known Amici to be one of the great sources for my "gelato" craze, and have been one of my often visited resto in the Metro. But it was only that day during the introduction of their new Italian-inspired dishes was when I've heard of the history and origins of Amici.

If you are not aware, "Gelato" is the Italian word for "ice cream" derived from the word "gelatus" which means "frozen". It is made with milk, cream, various sugars, and flavoring such as fresh fruits and nut puree - that's how my fave online encyclopedia describes it.

But what's the difference between ice cream and gelato aside from one originating from Italy?