Mea in Bacolod

Hey there, bookworms! I can barely contain my excitement because guess what? Big Bad Wolf Books is howling its way into Bacolod for the first time ever! Now, if you’re wondering who or what the Big Bad Wolf is, don’t worry, it’s not a fairytale villain. In fact, it’s the coolest book sale you’ll ever […]

Géra is a Hiligaynon word that means war. But by no means am I promoting violence, instead, I want to introduce you to a group of young athletes that are dedicated and passionate, preparing tirelessly for the biggest Muay Thai event in the Visayas: The Western Negros Muay Thai Combat Club, better known as Team […]

Bacolod enters a new era of shopping bliss as Landers Superstore, the country’s fastest-growing membership shopping store opens the Philippines’ biggest Landers store to date in the City of Smiles on Thursday, August 10, 2023. The new flagship store gains distinction as the 11th Landers Superstore in the country and the first premium membership shopping […]

If you’re on the hunt for a cafe that’s not only great for getting some work done but also offers a cozy reading nook and a solid cup of coffee, let me introduce Beanucot Cafe. It’s a small cafe inside the Sea Breeze Hotel on San Juan Street. In my eyes, it is gradually becoming […]

Cebu, Philippines — Big Bad Wolf Book Sale returns to take over Cebu! After a successful run in Manila, Big Bad Wolf will be bringing its biggest book sale to Cebu for the first time since 2019. Cebu’s greatest event returns for a three-week sale from September 15 to October 1, 2023. Filipino book lovers […]

Bacolod, a city renowned for nurturing talented athletes across various sports, has recently captured collective curiosity with a rapidly growing phenomenon: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). Notably, Bacolod proudly boasts its first and only Black Belt in Western Visayas – Prof. Don Villacin. However, as of August 15, 2023, this distinction extended to include two homegrown Black […]

You know what I absolutely love about Bacolod City? The food here is just incredible! For a big girl like me, saying no to eating out, grabbing coffee, or enjoying a glass of wine or beer is practically impossible. It’s a city where food isn’t just about satisfying hunger; it’s a celebration of flavors and a […]

Continuing its rise as the new and modern central business district of Bacolod City, property giant Megaworld welcomes guests and visitors into yet another iconic facility inside the 34-hectare The Upper East. Giving a nod to the township’s historic past as the location of the former Bacolod-Murcia Milling Company (BMMC) is The Upper East House, […]

Bacolod City, known for its warm smiles and charming locales, is now home to a viral sensation in the feline world. Zyde Javile, a cat breeder, has recently gained attention for his remarkable Maine Coon, Indigo. One afternoon, I sat with Zyde to learn more about the fascinating world of cats and understand his principles […]

Panaad sa Negros Festival is an annual festival held in Bacolod City. It was first celebrated in 1993 and has since become one of the most popular festivals in the region. The festival is typically held in the month of April and lasts for one week. It is a celebration of the culture, traditions, and […]

These days almost everything happens online. It’s important to have all your records and information available in a digital format. If most of your documents are paper, you need a way to transfer them to your computer. That’s where ScanSnap scanners come in — scan perfect, digital copies of all your paper goods with the […]

The recently concluded 1st Mayor Albee Masskara Fight Festival by the Empire Sports & Entertainment Philippines has undoubtedly left a massive punch hole in the recently revived Masskara Festival 2022 following the two-year hiatus.  The action-packed and crowd-filled Masskara Fight Festival 2022 was held on October 14, at the Ayala Capitol Central Hall. The event […]

Cafe Bob’s has been around Bacolod City for almost two decades. It opened its doors in 2003, a time when there were no other known coffee and pastry shops in the city. As a homegrown cafe, it was born out of a love for baking and specialty coffee. Since then, it has grown a name in […]

Premiering in the City of Smiles is the sustainable membership shopping store Landers Superstore which is soon to rise in Megaworld’s The Upper East. It’ll be the first-ever Landers Superstore in Western Visayas and it’s coming to Bacolod.  About Landers Superstore Landers Superstore is known to be a major player in its league being the […]

[Berlin, Germany – September 2, 2022] – Global technology brand HONOR today reaffirmed its commitment to international markets during its IFA keynote presentation, titled “Embracing the Connected Future.” Bolstering its innovative product portfolio, HONOR introduced three new products: HONOR 70, HONOR MagicBook 14 and HONOR Pad 8, the first HONOR tablet available outside of China. […]

Manila, Philippines, August 4, 2022 – From breaking stereotypes to setting new standards, young Pinoys are certainly redefining norms, including those in the world of dating. Filipino young adults are evolving a new dating style that veers away from traditional conventions and expectations, instead expressing bold new preferences and beliefs, reveals the recent survey conducted […]

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 5, 2022 – Driven by its mission to make e-commerce for everyone, Shopee partners with local government units (LGUs) in Cebu to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the region for its second iteration of the Shopee University Roadshow and Shopee Kumustahan. These two events educated MSMEs on how to […]

Dermacare is a nationwide face, body, and laser center. In Bacolod City, the clinic is located in one of the bustling places in the City of Smiles – Goldenfield Commercial Complex. They are committed to providing quality skin care services at an affordable price for all Bacolodnons. With their state-of-the-art technology and professionally trained therapists, […]

Azucarera is a Spanish word for “sugar bowl”. When translated to Tagalog, the Spanish word becomes “Asukarera” which means sugar factory – a definition that strongly points to the rich history of Negros Occidental in the sugar industry during the colonial days.  Today, we here in Bacolod, don’t only associate the term with sugar. Rather, […]

Manila, Philippines. August 25, 2022 – Bring the kilig vibe from URL to IRL and see sparks fly when Club Tinder meets The House of Collab! Launched in February 2022, Club Tinder is a fun singles event for Tinder members who share the same passions & interests. In its third edition, Club Tinder partners with […]