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    July 23, 2018 / 0 Comments

    In this convenience-driven world, people turn into everything that is instant – most especially in food; (1) because it’s cheap, (2) because it’s served literally in an instant. Despite the awareness of the destruction it may bring to one’s temple, people seemed not to bother. Simply being mindless and careless about the food intake has alarming effects such as obesity and in worst cases, illness and diseases leading to death. Do you mind about what you eat? Reflect. Amidst the never ending establishment of convenience stores and fast foods in this fast-paced world, there still exist restaurants offering all-natural, farm-to-table dishes which are cooked to perfection making it worth the…

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    Dine with style and authenticity as you go for a gastronomic Ibizan experience brought to you by El Cocincero by Chef Arnaldo. Chef Arnaldo Limeta painstakingly trained for several years in Ibiza to perfect the craft of preparing authentic Spanish food. His passion for cooking has led to the establishment of El Cocinero in Nasugbu, Batangas, La Bella Tagaytay and Molito, Alabang each offering a unique dining experience due to its food and ambiance. Its interior design highlights Spanish accent with a fusion of classic and modern arts fitting for everyone’s instagram feed goals. Adding up to these photo-worthy set up is the food meticulously plated which does not only…

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    Cebu, dubbed as the Queen City of the South, has been eyed by both foreign and local tourists due to the vast enthralling scenes and activities that the history books didn’t mention yet will surely quench one’s thirst for some adrenaline rush and give one an infinite capacity to be amazed and thankful for the adventure and experience. It never runs out of something new for people always breaks into another piece of paradise in the province that is yet known to everyone. The same thing goes with its neighboring island, Siquijor. If Cebu is an open book, this off the beaten path province is gradually making its way to…

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    When was the last time you had a mettlesome laugh or a waist-deep down conversation over hearty food and wine on a fine evening with the people closest to your heart? People are always on a quest of finding a good place where they could spend their Friday or Saturday nights with the gang to chill. Tagaytay City usually is their wise and best choice due to its relaxing ambiance in just an hour or two from Manila; and well, array of restaurants, bars and coffee shops open all through out – over and beyond the happy hour.  A lot of these coffee, booze and food powerhouse have made into…

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THE QUEEN’S ESCAPE

Hi! I’m Queenie Anne Gumiran, the storyteller behind The Queen’s Escape, a Philippine travel and diving blog that celebrates wanderlust, culture, and sustainability. I started this space to share stories that go beyond pristine beaches and scenic peaks — from hidden islands and local eats to my adventures in scuba diving, freediving, and sustainable travel. Through every post, I hope to inspire you to explore the Philippines meaningfully, fall in love with its underwater and island beauty while protecting them, one escape at a time.

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