TWD 0401: 30 Days Without an Accident

Daryl and Carol

Beginning today, I will blogging about The Walking Dead simply because I have been hooked with this US TV series. 

The AMC hit’s fourth season premiere, “30 Days Without an Accident,” was intense and heartbreaking and tragic.


Now, here's a little spoiler: Fans will be introduced to a number of new characters then three of them will bid goodbye in different ways--- one will be gutted, the other one will commit suicide and the third one will die mysteriously either due to an ailment or a foul play. Analyze it.

Btw, love the grocery store sequence. Scream fest! 

Now, what's your take on this week's episode?

Rainy Friday and MORe

It's raining on a Friday!?

What can get worse than this? I was trapped inside our house this morning with nothing in my head but the office workloads that have to be finished within the week. What can I do, it's raining cats and dogs. Wait, I think it's cows and carabaos with the way this pouring of water on our roof sounds.

More reason to pout came when I got a text message from my wife that she have yet to reach her office because of the traffic jam at C5 Road. Then I just heard over the radio that people should avoid Makati this afternoon because there will be a grand parade to be led by Ms. World 2013 Megan Young.

I was about to turn off the radio when I decided to just switch the station and look for "happy" stuff to listen to.

Then I heard this laughter. A familiar laughter, actually.

"Ang nag-iisang babaeng punung-puno ng pasabog," this female DJ declared. Then, she introduced herself as Chikki Boomboom.

No, you are my dear friend Arbie whom I have worked with in some events and activities in the past (I told my self). Well, he is indeed Arbie aka Chikki B. and I am so proud how this girl climb the ladder towards her dream.

Not too long ago, we meet at least once a week to discuss upcoming gigs or exchange text messages for some social media activities or just to give update on the status of her radio auditions or the latest out-of-town trip she had with her friends.

Now, from 9:00 am to 12:00 nn every weekday, she is hosting, along with co-DJ Papi Charlz, what is dubbed as the "kauna-unahang game show sa FM Radio."

If you're a fan or regular listener 101.9 MOR, you have definitely heard of the crazy duo of Ready, Get, MORe!

Everyday, these guys giveaway prizes to lucky listeners who will join their amusing gimmicks like my favorite Taglish where you just have to translate in English their mystery Tagalog words of the day.

There are also days that surprise Kapamilya stars join them in the radio booth making their riot exchange of punchlines doubly fun to listen to.

Just call 415-1111 o 924-2684 if you want to join and get a chance to win exciting MOR premium items and "limpak limpak na kasiyahan." You can also visit www.mor1019.com for more details about the program and other shows of the FM radio station of ABS-CBN.

Now, should i still go to work or just listen to Ready, Get, MORe? Hmm... let's see...

8 Slices and Tidbits about Project Pie

Growing up (or getting old, the moment you get in your thirties), there are only few things in life that is equally worth experiencing when hot or cold--- water, the weather, chocolate and pizza!

It’s pretty obvious that I’ll be talking about pizza in this post since I mentioned it last in my enumeration.  Pizza, of course, will forever have a special place in my heart (aside from my tummy) since the first meal I shared with my ex-girlfriend and now my wife Leah is a round of thin crust pizza more than eight years ago. 

Thus, it has been our tradition that in every special occasion, especially on our anniversary, we have at least a slice of this tasty treat, which originated way back 997 AD from the Italian town Gaeta, for us to share. Every year, we also look for a new restaurant where we can have a pizza feast to celebrate. The Pizza god might have been a fan of our love story that he (or she) paved way for an amazing food haven like Project Pie to be situated just a few meters from my office.

I came, I saw and I conquered a whole pizza all by my self for the very first time and I am sharing eight slices of things you might want to know about my new favorite restaurant in this side of the city.

One outlet is already conquering thousands of taste buds and tummies. Project Pie, an artisan-inspired create-your-own-pizza opened its first and only (as of today) outlet at 515 Shaw Blvd., corner Laurel St, Wack-Wack, Mandaluyong City. It’s right in front of the new site of S&R which replaced the iconic Cherry Foodarama. It opens and closes at 10 everyday.

 Two ways to order pizza. First option is to build your own for only P285 and be the boss in choosing what cheese to put--- gorgonzola, mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan and feta--- to go along with any or all the other toppings available: pepperoni, crumbled meatballs, chicken, prosciutto, Italian sausage, bacon, Canadian bacon, green bell peppers, jalapeños, roasted red peppers, red onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, black olives, garlic, pesto, pineapple, cilantro, fresh chopped basil, artichokes, rosemary and sea salt. Twenty nine toppings on your pizza if you want.  The second option is to order by number for P245. Please refer to entry number 7 below for the details.

     Three healthy salads available for the green ones. Health buffs (who can’t resist the scent of a freshly-baked pan pizza) can grab a slice or two and order some side salad. You can have the (a) Classic Caesar composed of romaine, parmesan, croutons and Caesar dressing; (b) Mixed Greens with grilled chicken, feta, craisins, candied walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette; ot (c) Pizza Salad that contains mixed greens, grilled chicken, feta, mozzarella, tomatoes, Balmasic dressing on warm pizza dough.

      Fourth branch of the franchise and first outside USA. That’s how special this store is. The first three are in Las Vegas, San Diego and Colorado. Probably the first time an international franchise opened in Manila ahead of cosmopolitan cities like Hongkong or Singapore.  You might be salivating by now that’s why I inserted an inedible trivia in the middle of the list. 

      Five other awesome eats you can order. Parmesan & Garlic is P145 per order so does yummy desserts like Banana Nutella, Peanut Butter Nuttela, and Cinnamon Sugar. If you had too much banana lately (maybe because of too much Minions stuff), I suggest you try the Strawberry Mango Nutella which is still reasonable at P195. 

      Six ways to quench your thirst here. I will be enumerating the drinks for sale at Project Pie from the cheapest: (a) bottled water (P50); (b) bottomless Coca-Cola, China Mist iced tea (P65); domestic beer (P65); Perrier or San Pellegrino (P100); imported beer (P150) and Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay (P250). I bet my boys stopped reading at "domestic beer."

       Seven guaranteed-to-make-you-crave-for-more pizza creations that you can choose from for P245 only per whole pizza: (1) classic cheese pie; (2) signature red sauce, pepperoni, mozzarella, Italian sausage, garlic and crumbled meatballs; (3) tomato, artichoke, red onion, pesto, feta, mozzarella (white pizza); (4) sliced tomatoes, fresh chopped basil, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic (white pizza); (5) mozzarella, ricotta, gorgonzola, parmesan, cracked black pepper, olive oil, garlic, fresh chopped basil (white pizza); (6) grilled chicken, sliced red onion, cilantro, mozzarella, gorgonzola, barbecue sauce;  (7) prosciutto, caramelized onions, mozzarella and parmesan.

      Eight slices of pizza are not enough. This will probably be the words that will form in your head if not come out from your mouth after finishing your meal, while looking at the other customer at Project Pie still enjoying a few more slices on their plates.

   

Now, if you’re thinking of going out with your family, friends or officemates anytime, you might want to consider Pizza Project. Build your own pizza as you like it for a price that is friendly to your pocket.

  

Are you ready for a musical drama on TV?

I am a TV addict!

I watch the boob tube everyday. I would switch on our television set first as soon as I wake up in the morning even before I could brush my teeth or make a cup of coffee. 

As soon as I get home from work at night time, the first thing I look for in our living room is the remote control to catch the newscast or the game of my favorite basketball game. 

Well, I also have some local soap operas to follow in the evening that keeps me relax. These shows reflect Filipino life that we can relate to, with good looking characters on spotlight.

I got the privilege to meet three young stars from the GMA Artist Center who will lead a cast of proven and award-winning actors in the latest Kapuso offering "Kung Nasaan Ka Man."

Julie Anne San Jose, Kristoffer Martin and Lucho Ayala are trapped in a love triangle in this musical drama that will also showcase the amazing talents of Eula Valdez, Yayo Aguila, Rita Avila, Ronaldo Valdez and others.

Yup, you read it right. A musical drama on primetime TV. Are you ready for it?

Julie Anne said that she was challenged in this series that will replace the just concluded "Anna Karenina" and will be aired right after news program 24 Oras.

"I will play the role of a blind girl," she shared. "I found the inspiration that I needed when I met a talented blind teenager named Fatima."

She confessed that she would always listen to Fatima's album because she's in awe on how she have overcame blindness to succeed and do what she loves to do and--- singing!

Kristoffer and Lucho's characters will try to get the affection of Julie Anne in the series. Who will win? Well, that's for us to find out.

Another that gets me excited is how Julie Anne will fair in a dramatic role. There's no question about her talent for singing. Go to youtube if you are not yet a believer like me. If she manage to pull this off, she might be the next big star of GMA. Now, that will only make me more hooked on TV.