• Parenting

    The Metro vs. The Province: Where is it Best to Raise Your Kids

    Filipinos either want to live in the metro or the province. There is no better option than the other; rather, the choice would depend on your preferences and circumstances. If you are an expecting parent or already a parent with the freedom to move wherever you want, here’s a list of the advantages of raising kids in the metro and the benefits of raising kids in the province. Perks of Raising Kids in the Metro Educational Opportunities The metro houses reputable educational institutions in the Philippines. Suppose you recently bought a townhouse for sale in Makati. In that case, you can send your kids to reputable schools in the city…

  • Food

    3 Interesting Filipino Traditions for Yielding a Bountiful Rice Harvest

    Rice has been a staple food of the Filipino people for hundreds of years. Even before the advent of modern agricultural methods, rice farmers have already found ways to cultivate this hardy and versatile crop and bring food to the tables of people in their communities. For many indigenous and local peoples in the country, a successful rice harvest involved more than just human labor and the work of the elements; it also involved a celebration of their spiritual, philosophical, and social values as practiced through their customs and traditions. Below is an overview of three sets of traditional beliefs for rice planting from the three island groups of Luzon,…