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Find Interior Inspiration in Your Favorite Café or Shop

Moving into your own condo unit signals the start of an exciting chapter in your life. But upon moving in, the first thing you will see are the bare walls of your unit. You ask yourself, “How can I make this place reflect my personality?” Don’t fret. Inspiration is everywhere, and you might just find yours in your favorite café, store, or restaurant. Here are some possible sources of inspiration.

3 Artsy Cafes to Get More Than Just Your Coffee Fix

The neighborhood coffee shop has always been a multi-purpose venue. With a cozy ambience and chill music, you can work, hang out with friends, or go on a casual date while enjoying a cuppa. But wait, there’s more: some cafés have gone beyond offering just caffeine and carbs. Here are three local favorites in the metro.

5 Things You Know Too Well If You’re A Makati Girl

There’s no FOMO for you, lady.

5 Delicious Food Finds in San Antonio Village

Quietly over the years, San Antonio Village has been harboring foodies, elevating itself into a scrumptious neighborhood 10 minutes from the Makati CBD

5 Must-Try Massages in Makati

After a hard day at work, treat yourself to a massage at these excellent spas to recharge and relax without leaving the concrete jungle of Makati.

Vegan and Vegetarian Places in Metro Manila

Whether it’s due to health concerns, environmental concerns or animal rights concerns, going vegan–that is, consuming only plant-based food–has gained more popularity in the Philippines in recent years. It used to be that when you asked for a vegetarian dish, you would get just a green salad.

How to Beat Traffic Stress in Metro Manila

Braving the horrendous traffic has become a daily challenge for urban warriors in Metro Manila. It can be very frustrating when you’re caught in bumper-to-bumper traffic. But you need not go crazy sitting inside the vehicle. Check out these six tips on how to chase the traffic blues away during the rush hour madness.

Top 3 Restaurants in the Metro that Promote Local Love

It seems the local dining scene is more vibrant than ever. Themed cafés and bistros decked in inspiring interiors have popped up everywhere in the city, promising a fun foodie experience. Some places go one better though—purveyors not only of good food, but also of local love as they proudly carry the work of enterprising Filipinos.

Places Art Havens in the City

At the end of a long work week, everybody needs the opportunity to unwind by getting into their favorite hobbies and passions. For many, this means indulging in the arts, expressing themselves through their creative talents. Pursuit of Passion is here to provide you with a guide to finding the right supplies, equipment and materials to build the foundation for your artistic aspirations.

5 Creative Ways to De-stress and Avoid Burnout

Is sleepy and tired your default mode, even with caffeine and a decent night’s sleep? Do you look forward to Friday when Monday hasn’t even ended? If so, you may be barreling toward a burnout and desperately needing an outlet for your stress.

Makati: Where to Go for Fun Saturdays

There’s more to Makati beyond its skyscrapers, shopping malls, and busy streets. Don’t know where to go, though? We can show you where you can spend a leisurely weekend in the city and the fun things you can do, aside from retail therapy, in the middle of the bustle. Pursuit of Passion gives you five best ways to enjoy Saturdays in Metro Manila’s financial center.

9 Home Stores to Check Out in Makati

There’s nothing more exciting than having a brand-new home to design and fill with your unique personality. But before you get carried away, it’s a good idea to shop around and see what’s out there. Good thing there are a lot of home stores near Avida Towers Asten—take some time to look around and figure out exactly how you would like to decorate your new home.

5 Benefits You Get from Green Spaces in the City

While there are perks that come with urban living, there are some pitfalls you’re bound to face every single day. Living in the concrete jungle can be frustrating especially when you have to deal with factors like work stress, congested roads and pollution. Fortunately, there are residential developments that make up for this by incorporating green spaces within the developments themselves.

North Vs. South: Where in Metro Manila Should You Invest in Property?

Much has been said about Metro Manila’s North vs. South debate. But is one really better than the other?

Let’s put these stereotypes to rest in this North vs. South face-off.

Why Makati Remains the Most Ideal Place to Live and Invest In

With everything that Makati has to offer—from its chic and cosmopolitan vibe to its accessibility and potential rental returns—you can never go wrong in choosing Makati as your next address.

The Four Cs of Looking for Your First Home

You’re ready to embark on perhaps the greatest adventure of your life, getting a place that you can call your own. This may be more complicated than it sounds because of the many choices out there. So to help sort out your options, here are the four Cs that young professionals like you should look for when getting your first home.

San Antonio, Makati is Today’s ‘It’ Neighborhood: Here are 3 Reasons Why

San Antonio is emerging as one of Makati's dynamic communities perfect for young professionals, young families, and talented entrepreneurs.