Let's Ride a Bike!

Tea Time!

I was almost scared to try this tea from Twinings but it's good! 

It's green tea and the flavor is not too strong.

Tea helps to increase metabolism and has antioxidants. 

I always love to drink a cup after eating dinner. 

So next time you visit the grocery store, grab yourself one!

XoXo, 

Joana 

D.K.N.Y

Ashley Greene for DKNY!

Yes, it's Alice from the Twilight Saga!

Oh, I just adore her.

XoXo,

Joana

Vera Wang's Wedding App

Are you like me who loves weddings?

Not only the ceremony itself: the preparation, the cute stuffs, flowers, photos, pre-nup and wedding videos, and of course, the wedding dress!

I had downloaded Vera Wang's App via Apple Store and it's so cool.

I chose my top three from each of the categories.

Feast your eyes on her timeless wedding dress collections, bridal bouquets, etc.

Wedding Dress 

Bridal Bouquets 

Boutonnieres 

Download the app now!

XoXo,

Joana

Taylor Swift for Cover Girl

I've purchased an electronic copy of Harper's Bazaar and I've seen Taylor Swift's ad for Cover Girl.

She's so pretty and I love the color palette.

Since it's Ramadan, malls are closing at mid-day and open again after almost dinner.

Hmmm...I am wondering, when can I have these checked out? 

XoXo,

Joana

P. S.

Photo grabbed from Harper's Bazaar August 2012 

Ramadan Kareem

Today is the first day of Ramadan.

We are into the Holy Month for prayer and fasting of our Muslim brothers and sisters.

During Ramadan, we only work for 5 to 6 hours.

We are also cooking and preparing food almost every day during this time of the year.

It is also the time when we see old friends and catch up since we have lots of spare time.

May this Ramadan bless us all, Muslims or not alike.

XoXo,

Joana 

See you soon, Mang Dolphy!

I had cried buckets and buckets of tears.

Yes, I did. I am such a cry baby.

I cannot help it every time I am watching the news about his death and the speeches delivered by his family, friends and acquaintances.

He is such a humble man, I can say.

I had grown up watching his sitcom, "Home Along da Riles" for years!

Thank you Mang Dolphy for making us laugh!

You will be missed!

P. S.

Photo credits from this link.

Doha City Center is Now Open!

Yay!

I am so happy.

Not because, I am such a shopaholic but it's just right that they were able to open the mall before Ramadan.

Most of the people would go and shop for their stuffs before the said occasion which will be in a few days!

Another yay!

XoXo,

Joana 

Penshoppe's Really About All-Stars

I've been really ecstatic when I learned that Ian Somerhalder will be one of the endorsers of Penshoppe.

Isn't he cute, or shall I say H-O-T?

What I've noticed is that Penshoppe had really gone the miles of having new faces for the brand.

These new faces are simply stunning!

Chuck Bass! 

a bite of Vampire Diaries 

Remember "A Crazy Little Thing Called Love"

from High School Musical! 

and it's Blair Waldorf! 

It's star-studded, isn't it? 

XoXo, 

Joana 

Loafers

Since 2 of the major malls (City Center and Villaggio) are still closed due to inspections because of a recent fire, I've been going to the Al Mana Towers and Royal Plaza instead  to catch up with some friends. 


Believe me, in this kind of weather which is more than 40 degrees most of the time, we would spend time in the malls but right now, we don't have much of a choice but to stay home. 


The opened malls are jam-packed; what more in the coming days since Ramadan is only a few days ahead.


My wallet is safer too because I was not able to go and shop, not even window shopping.


However, there was one instance when I dropped by the bank and saw this pair of Loafers which I am loving now.


It's so comfy!

Loafers Lover 

I was wondering why these were called "Loafers" and thanks to Google.

These were originally known as "Slip-Ons" wherein you don't have to tie a lace and just simply slip it on.

Most of the designs are with tassels or metal accessories but now, they are back.

And they are back with different colors and designs too!

I've seen these rainbow of loafers by Manolo.

Manolo Blahnik 

And these are from Toms!

Toms

If I'll see another cool design, I would love to get a pair still!

Forgive the girl who can't have enough shoes!

P.S.

Photos were grabbed from Google.

Trivias are from Wikipedia.

XoXo,

Joana

Drive-Thru + Singing

I've seen this video from the re-run of "Ellen" and it was amazing.

If I have such a beautiful voice, I will always sing.

For now, I can only sing in the bathroom. Haha!

Breakfast is a Must

I was so horrified when I checked my weight yesterday.

I am underweight and need to gain at least 5 kilos and when I checked the weighing scale...what the...! 40 kilos!?! 

I even dropped 2 more kilos. Sigh. 

It was last year when I had even enrolled in a gym and do all of these exercises to help me gain muscles but nothing happened. 

I am currently in search of a nutritionist who could possibly help me to gain my desired weight. 

Starting today, I will have to eat at least 3 times a day, no coffee, no tea, no junk foods. 

Eating breakfast is also a must and this is what I had today. 

Wish me luck! 

Cereals, Banana with Peanut Butter and Jelly 

XoXo, 

Joana 

Goodies from the Philippines

My cousin had just returned to Doha from an almost a month's vacation in the Philippines. 


I am so thankful as she was able to bring me some stuffs from my Mom as she lives near our place too! 


These are the things I had received and that even made me more excited to go home for a vacation next year! 

Suman sa Lihiya 

It's been almost 3 years since I had eaten this one.

It's basically made from "Malagkit" (glutinous rice) mixed with drops of Lihiya (a syrup that makes it somehow green).

These are wrapped in banana leaves and then cooked in a big pot of boiling water.

The syrup is made from muscovado sugar and coconut milk.

Itlog na Maalat 

Salted eggs are also amongst my favorite.

I usually slice tomatoes and onions and eat it with rice.

Polvoron 

And the ever famous Polvoron from Goldilocks! 

Dried Fish 

I love to eat this one with fried rice and sunny side up eggs.

Wheeeeww!

I always leave the windows open and spray lots of air freshener, if not, our neighbors would knock our doors and complain about the smell - unfortunately, they hate the smell.

Boy Bawang 

It's basically corn -the flavored ones.

Enough to satisfy my salty cravings.