LOOK: What It’s Like Visiting a Korean Aesthetic Clinic for the First Time

K-pop, K-food, and K-drama aside, K-beauty also has the country in a chokehold. Many dream of achieving “glass skin,” hoarding Korea’s best skincare products, or copping that dewy “no-makeup makeup look” just like their favorite K-pop idols. So, it only makes sense that a South Korean aesthetic clinic finally landed on Philippine shores!

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Published on 21/01/2024 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Health, Technology
Tags: Beautiful, Health, skin

Cagayan De Oro Candidate Crowned Miss Grand Philippines 2023

Nikki de Moura from Cagayan de Oro was crowned Miss Grand Philippines 2023 on Thursday night. A Filipina-Brazilian, 19-year-old De Moura emerged victorious among 29 other candidates from various provinces and municipalities in the Philippines at the pageant that was held at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.

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Published on 15/07/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, Recreation
Tags: Miss Universe

PH to Allow ‘Barbie’ Movie Despite Chinese Map Controversy

The Philippines Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) says it will allow the new “Barbie” movie to be released in theaters in the country after reviewing a controversial scene that features a map that critics say depicts China’s claimed territory in the South China Sea.

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Published on 13/07/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Politics
Tags: China, Cinema

Let’s Talk about Bruno Mars

Bruno Mars’ stage presence was simply mesmerizing. His energy was infectious, radiating from every move he made. From his electrifying dance routines to his interactions with the crowd, he commanded the stage with confidence and charisma. It was clear that he was giving his all, pouring his heart and soul into every performance.

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Published on 25/06/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Entertainment, Leisure

A Trip Through Philippine History: Museo De Intramuros and Casa Manila Museum

Fully understanding our Philippine history and culture entails exploring every piece of it. You can’t play favorites, even against moments you’d rather do without. While the Spanish Colonization wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows, this remains central to what makes us Filipinos. It’s part of our history after all – and that includes all the good and the bad that come with it.

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Published on 11/06/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, History

Oddly Beautiful Under-the-Philippine Sea Photos Hit 'Little Mermaid' Vibes

While "The Little Mermaid" is still slaying it on terra firma in cinemas, the Department of Tourism (DOT) made happy splashes for ocean lovers recently as it put the spotlight on the colorful underwater world of Anilao, Batangas.

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Published on 11/06/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Fauna and flora, Recreation
Tags: Tourism, diving, sea, wildlife

Cebu City Heritage District Proposed

To preserve the rich cultural and historical heritage of Cebu City, Vice Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia has proposed to the council the creation of a Cebu City Heritage District. The proposed ordinance also aims to enact policies that safeguard existing cultural assets of the city and “encourage a harmonious blend of old and modern elements.”

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Published on 04/05/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, History
Tags: Cebu, Cebu City, heritage

Bryan Adams Shares What He Thinks of Filipino Fans

Bryan Adams would love to hear recommendations from Filipino fans on which of his songs they want him to play at his upcoming Manila concert. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter is currently doing the Asia leg of his So Happy It Hurts Tour and he’s visiting Manila again for his March 15 show at the Araneta Coliseum. And if fans have any suggestions and requests, they can just send them to him via Instagram.

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Published on 07/03/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, Leisure
Tags: Filipino, love

14-year Dabawenya Has 2nd Prize in Singapore International Violin Competition

A fourteen-year old Dabawenya won second prize in the Singapore International Violin Competition’s virtual category. Ling Gamyang Jayma, an independent homeschooler student of this city, won the second prize in the 13 to 17-year old Open Solo Category of the competition.

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Published on 06/03/2023 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, Environment
Tags: Singapore, violin

'History at Your Fingertip' Pasig LGU Launches Talking Walls Project

Pasig City’s history and heritage has been made more accessible thanks to the local government and the Kabataang Tambuli ng Pasig (KTP)’s Talking Walls Project, an initiative that utilizes “Quick Response” (QR) code technology to access information about the city’s cultural landmarks.

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Published on 31/12/2022 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, History
Tags: Pasig, Project, Tourism

Spotlight on Indigenous People’s Rituals in ‘Dayaw’ Season 12

As a continuous effort in keeping Filipino traditions alive, the award-winning documentary series “Dayaw” is finally back for its 12th season, which showcases the indigenous culture and customs. In light of this season’s title “Kakaibang Sigla: Our Boundless Energy,” the program focuses on the cycle of life exhibited in traditional societies — from the rituals of baptism and other rites of passage to courtship and marriage, and death."

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Published on 27/09/2022 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Religion
Tags: culture, traditions

Taste Atlas Includes Adobo and Sisig in 2021’s ‘100 Best Dishes in the World’

The two dishes beat other international favorites such as tonkatsu, kung pao chicken, satay, and spaghetti alla puttanesca. After putting the spotlight on local eats such as sinigang and lumpiang shanghai, Taste Atlas, an online culinary guide highlighting cuisines from different nations, includes in its annual list of “100 Best Dishes in the World” two Pinoy favorite dishes, sisig and adobo.

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Published on 27/12/2021 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, Food and Dining
Tags: Adobo, Dishes, Pork, sisig

Audacity of Austerity: the Art of Arturo Luz

National Artist for Visual Arts Arturo Luz, who passed away on May 26 at 94, was known for his pictorial severity and muted elegance. His acclaimed paintings and sculptures are geometric and linear explorations that reflect his spartan but celebratory aesthetic. In his art is the audacity of austerity.

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Published on 03/06/2021 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts
Tags: Filipino, National

EBC Films’ "Guerrero Dos" Wins SoCal Film Award of Excellence

EBC Films’ “Guerrero Dos: Tuloy ang Laban (The Fight Continues)” bagged the Award of Excellence for Best Feature film at this year’s SoCal Film awards in the United States. This is the film’s first win in a foreign filmfest. It also came after “Guerrero Dos” became the Philippines’ official entry for Foreign Language Film at the 78th Golden Globe Awards. It also reached the official selection level at the 2020 Montreal Independent Film Festival in December last year.

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Published on 03/04/2021 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Culture, Leisure
Tags: Awards

No More Manila Actors in Battle of Mactan Reenactment

The Lapu-Lapu City government will implement changes in the upcoming reenactment of the Battle of Mactan, in line with the celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Victory at Mactan. Cindi Chan, the chairperson of the City Tourism Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission (TCHAC), said that one of the major adjustments that they implemented is that part of the reenactment will no longer be held at the sea.

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Published on 24/03/2021 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, History, Recreation, Travel
Tags: Lapu Lapu