AMW Bulletin: VMV Skin Soiree on September 15

Dear Philippine Readers:

An update from our friends from VMV Hypo Allergenics...

• Fab Free Makeovers
• Freebies upon purchase (Qualifying Purchases apply)
  Discounts on VMV Products, Facials and Procedures
• Full-sized Ooh-La-Lash volummizing mascara
• First look at the VMV Holiday Sets

It's exciting for sure!  Head on to

VMV Skin Research Center

117 Carlos Palanca Street, Legaspi Village, 

Makati City (near Greenbelt 5)

Enjoy shopping VMV lovers!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

(Author is not affiliated with the company, this post is for information purposes only.)

Nail Art Tutorial: Falling Dots

Happy Monday and Happy Moon Cake Festival!  As you all know, being Chinese, dots are always lucky as they represent coins!  I've decided to create a simple nail art that focuses on luck and I won't go overboard because of the wedding party I need to attend and I wouldn't like to go wearing formal dress with loud nails!  I do not plan to steal the bride's thunder!  *laughs*

Almost 4 years ago, I had a lady do my nails for my wedding day and I strongly remember the base was a very simple matte white polish which is striking enough on its own!  

Here's an easy tutorial anyone can try! :)

Weekend Food Tripping at: UNO Seafood Wharf Restaurant

Good morning!  By the time you're reading this, I'm off to a wedding gig and a wedding party too!  My grade school friend is getting married today!  That calls for huge celebration!

Talking about celebration, Mr. AMW celebrated his birthday last Thursday and it was on a weeknight so we chose to eat at downtown area where its nearer to our home.  This restaurant is always full and parking is just crazy!  Thank goodness my mom-in-law made an early reservation!  

UNO Seafood Wharf Restaurant

 Once you get in, you'll see most of the table full with groups of friends or families.  The bright yellow and red table and chair setting greeted me together with birthday songs or just people just chatting away!

A dimsum table rolled by....

and I ordered some to keep us sane! :P

 

Beef Meatball

Japanese Siomai

Shrimp Dumplings

I'm not impressed with their dimsum as I find them to be a bit dry.  I am happier with dimsum at Golden Fortune or Yingying!

Eight Treasure Beancurd Soup

The name says it all, 8 treasures, 8 kinds of ingredients were used.

The soup is very tasty and I would go for second round!

Yang Chow Fried Rice

Ahh and we thought we're going to get a bit adventurous.  UNO restaurant has special UNO Fried Rice but when Mr. AMW asked what's the difference of Yang Chow Fried Rice and UNO Fried Rice?   The latter is wrapped in lotus leaf!  Mr. AMW was too hungry to even experiment at this stage!

Fish Fillet Beancurd Hotpot

I promised everyone that if I dined in a restaurant that serves tofu dish, I'm going to try it right?  And I lived up to my promise, this beancurd hotpot dish is delicious!  Though I would appreciate it if they put in more fish fillet?  It's okay as I'm a fan of beancurd. 

How Prawn and Chicken Salad

Most restaurants serve Hot Prawn Salad and I appreciate the fact that this restaurant serves mixed Chicken and Shrimp!  I am allergic to both..but who cares?  It's a birthday celebration!  *laughs*  I like this dish..a lot!

 Sizzling Beef Tenderloin in Black Pepper Sauce

I like them cut in smaller pieces and chew them slowly to enjoy the beef-perience!  The dish lives up to its name, its very tender indeed! :)

Fried Spareribs with Salt and Pepper

Ah, this dish came in last but nevertheless, no matter how full we are, we can't help but chew on the meaty spareribs best drizzled with vinegar!

The service is quick considering it was full house that night.  Waiters are very attentive and you get less 10% off the bill if you pay in cash!  Service charge is not included.  Restaurant accepts both cash and credit card.

UNO Seafood Wharf Restaurant

Ground Level, Calvo Bldg.
268 Escolta St., Sta. Cruz
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel no: (632) 232-1054, (632) 232-1059, (632) 232-1060

How's your week's food tripping?
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

AMW Bulletin: Studio SnR Lifestyle Workshops Presents..Be Your Own Barista

For the love of coffee, I'd love to be my own barista....

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 After the successful Studio SnR's Beauty High Tea Series (collabroations with luxury cosmetics brands).  This September, Studio SnR Lifestyle Series (of Workshops) are kicking off the Coffee Tea BY Me Series with the 3-hour hands-on BE YOUR OWN BARISTA workshop.

What to expect ---

• Preparation techniques of hot beverages and ice blended drinks.
• Equipment handling and care.
• Q&A answered by the industry's best.

Exciting part of the event ---

Participants will be asked to craft their versions of java fixes and winners will get a special prize amont othert hings.

Learning the basics through hands on training on coffee and tea preparations, this is not a certified course on being a professional barista.  Just like myself, I do not plan to be a professional barista but I want to enjoy good coffee and tea right at the comfort of my home.

Details:
Fee: Php3,000/head inclusive of all materials (Starter kits and recipe booklets)
Target participants: Enthusiasts, Coffee Lovers who love to entertain at home, Budding Cafe owners+their baristas or YOU!

Book TODAY until September 27, 2011 and you can enjoy Promo Price for the said workshop!  Php2,700/head!  Great deal!

Coffee and tea lovers, UNITE!

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

(Author is not affiliated with the company.  This post is for your information only.)

Eureka Moment at Ferretti!

I have been searching for a plain black high-heeled shoes that won't require me to use my medical insurance!  Believe me when I say it took me YEARS!  

Remember the FREE Nationwide shipping on Ferretti Online Store which was launched last September 1?  I nearly ordered mine online but because of my busy work schedule, I can't go to the bank for deposit.  Since I will be heading to Makati over the weekend anyway for errands, I've decided to drop by Ferretti store.  

This pair of black suede pumps caught my attention....

I asked for my size from the super friendly sales lady and once I tried it, I knew I've found the one!  As OC as I am, it took me a couple of minutes to walk around the store just to make sure I'm not imagining its comfort!  

Eureka Moment!
Black Suede Shoes

Php1,499.00 (approx $35.00)

I also left the store with an additional item!  Ah, I need to blindfold myself while waiting for the right shoe size to arrive.  I went to the accessories area and found this lovely necklace perfect for both casual and dressy occasions.  

Another Eureka Moment!
Gold Necklace
Php399.00 (approx $9.50)

This can be spice up a simple top

And...

doubles as a bracelet!

My fashion sense has always been on a casual, comfortable and "cute" side!  As I grow older, it doesn't hurt to invest classic pieces! 

Feel free to check out Ferretti on FB

Philippine Readers can purchase Ferretti Shoes Online Free Shipping Nationwide!

Thanks Ferretti for making comfortable shoes!  This is my 3rd pair and I have a feeling the collection of this brand will grow!  I am also proud to share that Ferretti is 100% locally made!  Proudly Pinoy!

Have you found Your LBS? (Little Black Shoes)? 

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!