Experiencing a Life in Pelican Town through Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons Orchestra

As a famous detective once said, “Chills! Literal Chills.” That’s what my friends and I felt when we attended our first orchestra together. An orchestra made from the game we’ve loved all these years – Stardew Valley. What is Stardew Valley? Stardew Valley is a love letter to Harvest Moon fans, as it is heavily inspired by the Harvest Moon series. It was developed solely … Continue reading Experiencing a Life in Pelican Town through Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons Orchestra

Why Stay at The Henry Hotel Manila, a 1940s-Restored Architectural Gem

As an outsider who is coming to the big city, I have not heard of The Henry Hotel Manila. From a Mindanaoan standpoint, when I hear of Metro Manila, I often associate it with concrete jungles, chaotic traffic, and fast-paced life. But it didn’t occur to me that there are small pockets of serenity in Manila, amidst tall buildings and in a city that can … Continue reading Why Stay at The Henry Hotel Manila, a 1940s-Restored Architectural Gem