Good Mornings at YaKun Kaya Toast Ortigas

If there's one meal that is everyone's favorite, it would be breakfast! The first meal of the day and the freshest of them all. We tried having ours one fine Saturday morning at the newly opened YaKun Kaya Toast in Ortigas which is ran by the friendly Mr.Richard Co.


Yin Yang coffee with YaKun Kaya's toast

With other foodies, we started off with hot and cold drinks. I highly recommend the hot YinYang Coffee - a mixture of tea and coffee, that is just so creamy. The YinYang coffee can be ordered hot or cold, whichever you choose it would remind you of the nai-cha served in Singapore and other Asian countries. Finally, you can have that authentic taste in Manila.

Chocolate toast for chocoholics at YaKun Kaya Ortigas

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YaKun Kaya's soft boiled eggs are perfect with any of their toasts

As for the toasts themselves, YaKun Kaya has a long list of different toasts that is sure to excite you and your companion. Among all the toasts that I have tried here, I like the Milo toast, Cheesy Toast, Original YaKun Toast, and Peanut Butter toast. The Milo Toast is sprinkled with lots of Milo chocolate powder (talk about energy boosters!) and sweet condensed milk.

Before and After - YaKun Kaya's famous Iced Tea

YaKun Kaya's rendition of the French toast is also great with any hot drink. Should you want something cold, their Iced Tea is simply heavenly and refreshing. Made of real and freshly brewed tea, YaKun Kaya's iced tea is so good you'll get a bottle to take home.

Located along Escriva Drive in Ortigas Center (beside Astoria Plaza), YaKun Kaya offers a homey breakfast joint with free WiFi access and authentic toasts in affordable prices.

Birthday Thank You's!

Everyone, today I turn a year older and am celebrating my 25th birthday! :) This birthday is so important to me since I am going to be a mommy soon ^_^


Celebrating my birthday with my aunt Helen whose birthday is also today

I would like to thank all those who sent in their greetings, my blogger friends, readers, clients, etc. Special thanks to my bestfriend Jollibee for sending me my Jollibee birthday cake! Every year, Jollibee makes my birthday awesome.



Thanks for everyone's support and for keeping up with my slow pace (with my bulging tummy).

Hugs and kisses,

Lace :)

Unarosa's Guide to Layering

“What shall I wear?” is a woman’s cry heard almost as often as the rooster’s crow at the break of dawn. Standing in front of the closet can be very stressful. Each day is a challenge to find a creative way to update the wardrobe.

When I was still working, I had the same problem! Well the key to success is to cover the basics, throw in a few trends and mix it all up. Play. There are no rules in layering outfits. Don’t be afraid to try things on and combine unconventional pieces. You may be pleasantly surprised with the result.


Here are some essentials to get you started:

1. THE BASICS

Throw on a classic white polo, high-waist skirt and your ever-reliable knit vest. To complete the look, add a studded belt and smart accessories.

2. LITTLE BLACK DRESS

You can never go wrong with the little black dress. Stand-out by wearing it with a printed jacket topped-off with a jaunty scarf.

3. COCKTAIL DRESS

Make your cocktail dress boardroom-worthy by wearing it with a tailored jacket. Cuffed-up sleeves complete this unexpected match.


4. VEST

Conquer the workday wearing your favorite weekend vest matched with a classic top and high-waist skirt.

5. TRENCH COAT

The timeless black trench can be worn in any kind of weather and works with almost everything. Wear it belted over your favorite Unarosa dress for an instant wardrobe update.

Clothes featured here are all available at Unarosa with stores at Shangri-la and SM Megamall among others :)

Sarah Geronimo's 2010 Fashion

At the recent launch of Cebuana Lhuillier's 24K loyalty card, singing sensation Sarah Geronimo shared with Style and Relax her 2010 fashion resolutions.



The Cebuana Lhuillier endorser swears how investing has helped her grow her money and Sarah wants her fans to know how important saving is. With the new 24K loyalty card, Cebuana Lhuillier customers can earn points for every transaction in any Cebuana Lhuilier company which includes Just Jewels.

Carlton Travel Bag's 2010 Collection Launch

Who knew red and purple would be big in travel fashion? Carlton did! At their recent launch held at Megamall's posh Atrium, luggage, airport bags, and trolleys ramped down the runway and made guests drool over bold colors married with sophisticated design.


Style and Relax + Toxic Disco Boy

Everyone wanted a bold red or a purple beauty bag that stands out from a mile. Carlton has done a great job capturing the two colors, it's just so in style.



Carlton also showed guests how to wear their stylish travel gear. Of course, never forget your big sunnies or aviator shades. Unlike what travelers are used to, Carlton showed how using matching bags and luggage can unravel a fierce traveling fashionista.



Over at the Carlton store, guests availed of discounted bags. I got a red beauty bag that can double as a diaper bag :) If you want to make the most out of your next travel, experience it with Carlton - visit their new store at SM Megamall's Atrium.

Samsung Omnia turns Smart and Chic

With celebrities turning smart phones into accessories and twitter-gadgets, smart phones have become the new "it" mobile device. But smart phones don't have to come with a hefty price, especially with the Samsung Omnia series.


Samsung OmniaPRO B7330, Php 14,000.

Launched at the Manila Peninsula, the OmniaPRO B7330 along with other Omnia series phones has wowed fashionable techies. I got to try the OmniaPRO B7330 that provides the modern professional with mobile solutions that satisfy both business and personal needs. User’s professional requirements are met by powerful messaging functions, quick internet access and robust business apps, while personal wants are balanced out by providing a good range of multimedia features such as 3-megapixel camera and FM radio, for playtime as well. . Users will enjoy the best of both worlds in a sophisticated form that looks good at work or play.

Users will enjoy OmniaPRO B7330 that features a wide and spacious display, comfortable messaging capability, and intuitive, fast navigation. Mobility has never been more vivid, comfortable, and easy to use

OmniaPRO B7330 is available in with Windows Mobile® 6.5. It retails for P14,500.00, it's a great WiFi-enabled device to carry around, in style!

Give your Skin some Loving from Neutrogena

Ladies, celebrate the Valentine’s season by showing your skin some love! Neutrogena®, the brand recommended by dermatologists, is now offering a special promo for its revolutionary facial cleanser – the Neutrogena® Wave.



Get a 50% discount on Neutrogena® Wave’s Deep Clean Foaming Pad Refill pack of thirty (30) foaming pads! Simply purchase a Neutrogena® Wave starter kit from January 28 to February 24, 2010 in all Watson’s and all Beauty by SM outlets.

The Neutrogena® Wave starter kit includes the power cleanser gadget, two-week supply (or 14 pads) of single-use foaming pads and one AA battery. Proven to clean the skin ten times deeper than traditional facial cleansers, the Neutrogena® Wave’s tingly cool foam penetrates deeper into pores while the gentle vibrating motion stimulates and opens the skin’s surface to remove more dirt, oil and make-up. At the same time, the softly textured Deep Clean Foaming Pad sweeps away layers of dead skin cells for visibly softer, smoother skin after just one use.

Avail of the thirty-day (30) refill packs for half the price at Php 200.00, with the Wave starter kit, and experience a deep clean for a refreshed and remarkably softer skin that you will surely love! After all, providing superior cleansing for your skin will help you look your best as you spend Valentine’s with your special someone or your best friends.