Do you guys remember a few months ago, I wrote about my experience drinking civet coffee? What is that, you ask? Well, it is coffee that is made from the droppings of a cat like animal called a Civet. I have now enjoyed many a cup of civet coffee, and honestly it is delicious! It […]
A Pinoy Christmas
For me, there is no better sign that it is Christmas time than hearing Jose Mari Chan singing the song “Christmas in our Hearts.” I find it a very special Christmas song, and it really makes me think about the Philippines. I have been a fan of Jose Mari Chan since my first visit to […]
Do you like Pomelo? Suha? Buongon?
Do you know what Pomelo is? Well, it is similar to a grapefruit, although much sweeter. Pomelo, in my opinion is simply far superior to grapefruit. It is sweet, juicy, and generally just all-around-GOOD. I love the stuff. Pomelo is the English name of the fruit, in Tagalog it is called “Suha,” and in Bisaya […]
A drive through Babak
For today’s Live in the Philippines Vidcast, I’m going to take you along for a ride through Babak, Samal, and also a short section in Limao, Samal. I am driving, Feyma is shooting the video, and all you have to do is watch the scenery! Do you know how Samal Island is set up, administratively? […]
A reader’s trip to Iligan
A regular reader of this site, “Bob New York” recently made his first visit to the Philippines. He went to Iligan City, in Northern Mindanao. Before going to Iligan, Bob did a lot of research about the place, including consulting with me more than once! I gave Bob the “thumbs up” telling him that I […]
Buying Veggies and Peanuts
For today’s video, Feyma and I head up to the Marilog District in rural Davao and stop at a roadside Vegetable stand. They have wonderful fresh vegetables, and very low prices at this kind of place! During our stop, Feyma did the Vegetable shopping, while I talked with some local kids who were selling peanuts! […]