A Night to Remember with Lee Seung Gi!

Last year, my sister and I went to Lee Jong Suk fan meet and greet. After the concert, I wished that Lee Seung Gi will also come to the Philippines.

And the Universe heard my plea.

When CDM Entertainment announced that finally the Triple Treat Entertainer, my favorite Oppa Lee Seung Gi will finally coming to the Philippines, I was jumping from joy. I immediately posted in my Facebook account how excited I was and contacted my close friend who is also a huge fan of Gi.

As the tickets selling approached, I reminded my friend and she was ready. At 12:01, she bought us MVIP tickets! My heart!

It was a VIP section and the perks included were a photo op, poster, and special gift.

October 12 came. The concert venue was at the New Frontier Theater, Cubao. It was raining before the guards let us inside. It was a good sign.

By six in the evening, everyone was on their seats. There were cheers when Seung Gi's songs were played. The anticipation was at the highest level when the lights were turned off.

So near yet so far!

The super excited fan girls!!!

And the crowd cheered when Lee Seung Gi took the stage.

There was no introduction, just him and his melodious voice singing Because You're My Woman.

Sam Oh, the vibrant and jolly host along with Seung Gi's handsome interpreter Sam greeting the Filipino fans, his Airens.

Photos and videos were not allowed as soon as Sam Oh informed the audience how the night will go.

The segment was called Big Data.

The first part was getting to know about Lee Seung Gi. It was like a talk show portion. They were laughing and teasing and Seung Gi was game on answering the questions. His personality shown as he enjoyed telling stories while sitting cooly on the chair.

The Vagabond Move

The second part is about his adorable dog Perro. It was very obvious how Seung Gi is a proud Father of Perro. Lucky pet indeed!

And the last part of the talk show was his awards and recognition. Gi was humble with the achievements that he received but the award that he really wants to have if ever is the most hardworking. Definitely, I'll give it to him if one does exist!

When Oppa changed his outfit for the next segment, Sam teased him that he looks so good with it and even asked why did he choose the wardrobe.

Kidding aside, Gi's answered was sexy is the concept!

He was an absolutely handsome chef!

One lucky fan got to taste his kimbap creations.

From the winner's twitter acct post

We were laughing while he was commenting on the available ingredients and materials. Lee Seung Gi is one heck a perfectionist when it comes to the kitchen and we love him for that!

There were games that were prepared with his fans like jumping rope, sipa, and charades! Seung Gi accepted the challenges with all smiles. Lucky winners who brought home shirts which he used during the first few episodes of Vagabond.

And before the night was over (wish he can extend until midnight), Seung Gi showcased his balladeer voice with Delete and Return while made everyone dance with their feet with Smile Boy and Let's Go On Vacation.

I was sad that he didn't sing Losing My Mind which was my favorite track for him but my heart soared when the group photo took place.

Omg! He passed in front of me and I was starstruck. I was grateful though that I was not seated beside me because I probably fainted. Ha! Can you spot me?

Thank you to Lee Seung Gi for coming to Manila and even if it was just one night, it was the best meet and greet concert that I have been so far.

I really hope that he will come back someday. Perhaps, I will finally handshake his hand and have a selfie with him.

Nuuk: A Tale of Different Kinds of Love

The first time that I saw the trailer for the movie that shot in beautiful Greenland, I was intrigued. Nuuk does not have the average story of a Filipino film and I was right.

Luckily, I was able to watch the red carpet premiere last November 4, 8 pm at SM Megamall Cinema 1.

I was able to see the matinee idol Aga Muhlach and 90's IT girl Alice Dixson who looks young.

Photo by RMT

I tried my best not the spoil anything with the scenes and plots by enumerating the things that I learned from the film.

1. Love of Parents

Photo from CNN Philippines

-In other words, familial love. Our parents love us most and will do anything for us. Alice Dixson (Elaisa) shown that a mother would always forgive her son, Karl no matter what wrongdoings or how messy his life is. When a child is hurt it is 10x painful to a parent like in Aga Muhlach's (Mark) case.

2. Love for Yourself

Photo from Starmometer

-Before you can give your love to others, you should love yourself. Unfortunately with Elaisa who is heartbroken with the death of her husband, she just wanted to sleep and forget about everything. She drank sleeping pills like it is her anchor. With alcohol and several pills in her system, she was almost overdose.

3. Love for Life

Photo from Starmometer

-This movie opens up about that depression and suicide are a real problem now in society. In Greenland, the number of suicidal victims is mostly teenager which is too high. The sad part is these kids are wasting their lives because they cannot deal with heartaches and life's challenges.

Ending: That surprising plot twist! Bomb!

Verdict: It was spectacular to see Aga and Alice in a brilliantly made film! I love Aga's acting and Alice portrayed her character very well. 

Perks Be With You's rating: 10/10 (I will definitely see it again!)

Nuuk is rated R-13 and it is showing now! Go and see this must-watch film of 2019!

It's a Weekend Date at Hui Lau Shan!

This 18 and coming weekend, Hui Lau Shan is rewarding their valuable customers with a #BigSmileEverday treat! Buy One Take One with their Brown Sugar Milk Series and Milk Tea Series!

I was luckily been invited last October 13 at Hui Lau Shan's Trinoma branch with my fellow bloggers to try their newest Brown Sugar Milk Series and Milk Tea Series!

Thank you for the lovely invite Miss Aileen and Miss Alma who was very accommodating!

Meet the Brown Sugar Milk Series!

~Brown Sugar Mango Milk, Brown Sugar Banana Milk, Brown Sugar Melon Milk, Brown Sugar Oolong Milk and Brown Sugar Plain Milk~

I chose their Brown Sugar Melon Milk because it was my first time to try Melon and Brown Sugar Milk.

Oh my gosh, definitely a winner for my tastebuds! I love it! I become an instant fan!

If you prefer your all-time favorite Milk Tea flavors, they have the Milk Tea series too!

Let's welcome the Milk Tea Series!

*Milk Tea with Mango Pudding and Sago, Milk Tea with Aloe Jelly and Sago, Milk Tea with Grass Jelly and Sago, Milk Tea with Mini Chewy Balls and Sago and Milk Tea with Mango Jelly and Sago*

I picked the Aloe Jelly for this round because it is not the usual one that I order.

If you are not into too sweet milk tea, this one is for you.

Take note, they are not using bobba pearls instead their chewy balls are one of a kind! I like drinking milk tea more because of it!

And to satisfy your Hui Lau Shan experience, add the Mango Mochi Balls! 

This dessert will complete your day and they are coming out with other flavors soon!

Mark your calendar from October 18-20 and grab these Buy One, Take One deal!

Visit their stores at SM Megamall, Promenade, SM North Edsa, UP Town Center, SM Fairview, Eastwood Mall, TriNoma and SM Southmall and don't forget to bring your friends, family, and colleagues!

MIBF 2019: My promise last 2018!

I'm a certified book lover and hoarder. When I see discounts and sales at the bookstore, I would always make time to visit and save money.

The 40th Manila International BookFair was my fourth (if I'm not mistaken) attendance and I was still amazed by how many publishing houses especially locally exist.

It took place at SMX Convention from September 11 to 15, ten am to eight in the evening. Luckily, I got my MIBF tickets again from the generous Fullybooked.

Here was my promise last year and did it happen?

Congratulations to me!

I went to the MIBF twice again!

One, on the first day which was Wednesday because I need to claim a book. I was able to check out most of the booths except the Pop Hub because I was too hungry and it was nearly closing time.

There were creative and artistic booths again! Posted some below!

My favorite booth this year! 

I only bought these books! Yet, I took photos of the items that I would buy when I come back.

Luckily, a lot of them were still present during the last day of the event.

I was extra ecstatic that my bookish friend Mariel was with me. Though I visited most of the booths again, I still found something new.

I stuck on my list but apparently, I purchased a lot in the end. I always told myself that though my pockets are empty but my heart is happy.

Here is my stash!

I didn't line up for any book signings but surprisingly two books were signed up!

With Miss Grace Chong

Meet the Illustrator and the Author!

Should I do five days trip to MIBF next year?

Let's see!