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Heroine Make‘s royal arrival in Manila I’ll always remember how my friends get excited when they go to Japan. Not for the ramen – but for their beauty products! When it comes to cosmetics, Japan is one of the leading countries who know their stuff. So I was SO excited when I found out Heroine Make was finally going to be in Manila – and still affordable! in Makati Shangri-La The arrival of Heroine Make called for a royal celebration! All the guests were invited for a dainty afternoon high-tea in Makati Shangri-La. Make-up and tea? I’m already sold! :> Princess Elizabeth Himeko of Heroine Make Heroine Make has been taking the beauty reviews by storm internationally. Now, Heroine Make turns wide manga eyes towards Manila! Her Royal Highness, Princess Elizabeth Himeko Heroines aren’t born, they’re made. To grace us with her presence, Princess Elizabeth Himeko shared with us her beauty secrets to looking effortlessly elegant. Princess Elizabeth is the epitome of one who expresses how every woman deserves to look beautiful. You’ll see her adorable face all over the packaging! Created by Asians, for Asians Brought to us by Mandom Corporation, Heroine Make is a Japanese-manufactured makeup line with ten years…

From Singapore to Manila If you love Japanese food especially ramen (like me!), this is something you don’t want to miss! Tampopo is a ramen and katsu specialty restaurant originally from Singapore. Fortunately, we already have TWO branches of Tampopo in Manila – and it’s actually the first outside of Singapore. 😉 We’re so lucky! Tampopo Philippines It’s unique offering is what initially made me curious. I mean, how is this Japanese place different from all the others I’ve tried? Tampopo is actually the FIRST dual concept Katsu-Ramen restaurant in Manila – they even have two kitchens to specialize in each! A unique experience A lot of Katsu and ramen places have been popping out like mushrooms but what if you find one that is more in favor of quality instead of quantity (unli everything?) Tampopo finds the right balance! Tampopo So enough of the hearsay – let’s try the real thing!!! 🙂 Extensive menu | “Top Trade Black Pig” Upon arriving in Tampopo, it instantly gives you the authentic Japanese feel. Wooden interiors, open kitchen and even Japanese greetings to match. Their ramen menu ranges from the simple miso ramen to a more complex pork bone broth. For their katsu, Tampopo sets themselves…