Monday, March 19, 2012

Il Pirata

So second semester is already shedding its last days. Final exams, papers and other last minute requirements are taking its toll on us students. Amidst those, we or should I say I, never really give up on parties from time to time since it's the only thing that's keeping me sane from all of those academic shizz. Since it's March and yeah it's the season of organization induction balls in the state U, I chose to attend our org's induction party, Induction 2012: Cells Ahoy! last Friday at a private resort, despite the exams that are in line for me the week after.

Who would've thought I'll be a pirate for a night? I actually loved how my "costume" turned out given that I've prepared for this one less than a day before the actual event cos I'm still undecided to go. I hope I gave justice to this night's role right as a pirate. Teehee. So here's how my night went! :)


Salvi as Jack Sparrow and Gem as, ughh, pirate? Haha!

Buley, Salvi and Hannah. Batch '10s.

Lineage loves. Inaanaks Buley and Bryan.♥

With the newly-inducted org president, Wilkus as Captain Hook? Haha.

With Guada, another TVD co-fanatic. :)

Second sem buddies. :)

With Yen, my chika buddy. :)

The most decent solo picture I had that night. Hihi. All of these, I got from my closet except the red and black striped top and the boots courtesy of Yuri, another orgmate.

Most of us wore boots. Should I call this night Boot Night instead? :))

Got only a handful of picture cos I left the party a bit earlier than usual. Enjoyed the night, though! Thanks everyone for making my last (hopefully) Cells' induction ball as an undergraduate such a hit! And also, I would like to thank my org inaanaks (godchildren/mentees), Bryan and Buley for their tribute gift and letters! It made me cry and, ughh sniff. Haha! Would write about the tribute gift in another post, prolly a bit later! :)

Til next post!
XX, Pirate Alyssa

Monday, March 5, 2012

Cafe Antonio xx Arla Diner

Thank God it's Fridaaaaay! Ended the school week with some caffeine dose minus the books, notes and PDFs with my favorite girls. The two-jeepney-ride long travel  to Cafe Antonio and Arla from UPLB was truly worth it! So yeah, I'll let the pictures do the talking. :)

Cafe Antonio's new facade. From its place in LB Square, Canton moved to a more quiet environment at Maahas, beside a fine-dining restaurant, Arla Diner.
The Menu.

Freshly brewed, yes!
The junction between Cafe Antonio and Arla Diner. Isn't the place lovely? <3

One of Canton's newest blend, Owltonio. It's Arabica, Robusta and Exelsa rolled into one! :)
While waiting for our orders! Hi, C and D! :)
Hi there, Ate Tin! Advance happy birthday (when this was taken)! :))

Hello, B! :)
Canton's coffee maker. :)

Finally! *nomnom*

I ordered this Pasta Carbonara at Arla. It's worth your 200php. :)

My Owltonio-blended Cappuccino.♥ 120php

One happy kid here! :)

If you wish to visit Cafe Antonio and/or Arla, these few things might be of help:

Cafe Antonio
5024 National Hi-way, Brgy. Maahas, 4030 Los Baños, Philippines
Tuesdays-Sundays, 12:00pm-9:00 pm
Payment Option: Cash only
Services: Takes Reservations, Walk-Ins Welcome, Good For Groups, Good For Kids, Take Out, Catering and Outdoor Seating
Phone: 09064550522
E-mail: cafeantonio_elbi@yahoo.com

Arla Diner
Phone: 09179019323 or 049-827-1769
E-mail: arlaresto@gmail.com
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001978303599

Photos taken from Bea Lopez. Post-processed by yours truly. :)

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Feature: A Beloved Jelly

I am in love with flats. One, because I can practically go anywhere with it; from school walks, random errands, to mall visits. Two, comfortability issues. And three, myself being unaccustomed to wearing heels since the world began. Haha, kidding. But truth be told, I only wear heels during graduations and debuts. Otherwise, I'm in my old self, wearing a pair of flats.

First thing today, I browsed Melissa Philippines' site since a friend of mine talked about the Brazilian brand. And look what I've found -- avant-garde designed flats! Don't you love the details? :)


















Worth a second look, yes?

I've learned that Melissa has partnered  with an array of fashion designers (Vivienne Westwood, Alexandre Herchcovitch, Judy Blame), architects (Karim Rashid) and even furniture designers (Fernando and Humberto Campana)! Melissa is actually a top brand of Grendene, one of the world's largest manufacturer of footwear.

It's jelly, thanks to Melflex technology, with a candy smell, making it just but perfect for jazzing up gloomy, rainy days or should I say, every day? A beloved jelly, indeed! :)