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An Engagement to Remember

My friend, Ren, got engaged to her long time partner, John and I was really happy that I've been a part of their happiness.

The surprise engagement happened at KKK Cubao where my friend, Maro, is one of the managers.

I made a Tiffany and Co. inspired cake for their Engagement Cake. So sweet! I love it! :)

I'll be posting the "kilig moments" video on my next post! watch out!

What's up Doc? Bugs Bunny Cake

Late posting!

I just want to share the Bunny cake that I made for baby Nat-Nat's 1st birthday! :)

The base is made out of Banana Chocolate Chip cake and Mocha Buttercream Icing

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Be Careful with my Heart

This ABS-CBN series, "Be Careful With My Heart", has been one of the "KILIG" series I ever watched. It's been years since the last time I hugged a pillow just to express my "KILIG" feeling.

Source: Wikipedia
This is a a story about a simple girl Maya De La Rosa (Jodi Sta. Maria) who journeys to the big city to follow her dreams to become a flight stewardess to help her family. She would allow no one to stop her, not even the handsome, wealthy widower Richard Lim (Richard Yap), who threatens to ruin her dreams.

Ironically, Richard is her last hope in reaching her dreams because of his influence in the Airline Industry and he will only help Maya if she agrees to become his children’s temporary nanny.

Maya succumbs to the condition. But upon entering the Lim Mansion, she finds herself involved in the private lives of Richard and his three problematic children Luke (Jerome Ponce), Nikki (Janella Salvador) and Abigail (Mutya Orquia).

Maya sees that there are problems to be solved in the Lim family because since Richard’s wife died, the family’s joy died with her. And so Maya took it upon herself to bridge Richard to his children. And eventually, she succeeds in rebuilding the Lim family.

However, in repairing their broken hearts, Maya encounters bigger challenges that will test her strength and will challenge even her own heart. Because she falls in love with the kids and with Richard himself.

OMG: Zac Efron in Manila for Penshoppe FanCon 2012

Credits to Bida Kapamilya Blog:

MY CRUSH!!!!Hollywood actor Zac Efron will be flying to Manila this September 29, 2012 for the Penshoppe Fan Conference 2012 to be held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Zac Efron's appearance in the said Penshoppe FanCon is part of his endorsement deal with the Pinoy brand.

My inner goddess say, "I MUST SEE HIM"!!!! should I??? Dang! It's Zac Efron for heaven's sake! whew!:)

Entrance to Penshoppe FanCon 2012 is free for every single-receipt purchase made at Penshoppe and exchanged for SM tickets from September 1 to 23, 2012 or until passes last.

Participating Penshoppe stores are those located at SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, Ayala Trinoma, SM North Edsa (Main Mall), SM Pampanga, SM Baguio, SM Lucena, SM Batangas, SM Cebu, SM Iloilo, SM Davao and SM Cagayan De Oro.

For every single receipt purchase worth P800 (general admission), P1,200 (Upper Box), P2,500 (lower box), P3,500 (Patron) up to P5,000 (VIP front seats), customers must request for a temporary FanCon voucher made valid once signed by the store manager. Customer must then present the temporary pass to any SM Tickets (www.smtickets.com)branch nationwide in exchange for the actual FanCon ticket.

Tickets can be redeemed within the promo period (Sept 1-23). They are transferable but are not for sale and are not convertible to cash.

For more information follow Penshoppe’s official twitter account @PENSHOPPE or “like” them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/penshoppeofficial.

Do not TRUST XEND EXPRESS

I've been selling stuffs online for 2 years now. My latest client is from Commonwealth Quezon City. She ordered cupcake boxes for her daughter's 7th birthday on Saturday, 18 Aug 2012. Last Saturday, Rowell of XEND Express picked up the package at my place in Paco, Manila. I was confident that the items will be delivered the following day or Monday the latest,but I was really shocked when my client called me last Wednesday, saying that she hasn't receive the package yet, until now, (thursday) the items are still somewhere I dont know. We, my client and I, tried our best to get hold of XEND's Customer service but unfortunately, due to their NOT SO PROFESSIONAL service, no one is answering the phone either it rings lang or busy. I tried to contact them via email and chat on their facebook page but NO LUCK still.

Now, I end up replacing the packaging and have my client pick it up even though I have a wedding to attend to tom, 17 Aug 2012. :( Wearing gown and make up I still need to meet my client for the boxes. Very Frustrating!I decided to use other courier service next time >:(

Here's the information of XEND Express:

http://www.xend.com.ph
HOTLINE: 806-XEND (which is NOT working at all)
Email: info@xend.com.ph (NOT WORKING)

VERY BAD SERVICE! ITS LIKE HIDING TO YOUR CUSTOMER! :(

Hooked to Korean Drama: Two Wives

I hate cheaters! Well, who else does huh? Cheaters are LOSERS! :)

I love Strong Woman who can fight for herself, this is what i like the most about this Korean Drama: TWO WIVES. I managed to wake up early just to watch every episode. hahaha...

Title: 두 아내 / Two Wives
Also Known as : Doo Ah-Nae
Chinese Title: 两个妻子
Genre: Romance, family, melodrama
Episodes: 119
Broadcast network: SBS
Broadcast period: 2009-May-04 to to 2009-Oct-30
Air time: Monday to Friday 19:20

Synopsis

Han Ji Sook is a single mother who falls in love with a married man. The man, Kang Chul Soo, already has a family with his wife, Yoon Young Hee. When Young Hee finds out about Chul Soo’s extramarital affair, she distances herself away from him. Eventually they get divorced and Chul Soo starts a new life with Ji Sook. However, as luck would have it Chul Soo gets into a car accident and loses all of his memories of Ji Sook.

Credit to Bare Foot Daves

7-Eleven celebrates the opening of its 800th store with Run 800 on August 26, 2012 along the CAVITEX (Coastal Road), with assembly at the Aseana City in Parañaque. Aiming to draw in nearly 50,000 runners with a new and scenic race course along the coastal road, 7-Eleven also gives back to the communities it serves with its advocacy "Takbo para sa Kalusugan" wherein cities within Luzon (where 7-Eleven stores are located) have a chance of receiving support for its feeding programs and medical missions

What: Run 800 / 7-11 Fun Run 2012
When: Aug 26 2012
Where: Aseana City Paranaque

Registration Period: July 6 - August 9

Registration Fee
PHP350 - 3km
PHP450 - 5km
PHP550 - 10km
PHP650 - 16km
PHP750 - 21km

Registration Details
- Register Online
- Please take note of the 7-CONNECT reference number
- Pay at a 7-11 near you (within 24 hours)
- Pick up race packet on a specified redemption date (same store)
Note: Kindly be reminded that there will be NO ON-SITE registration

Singlet Design

Singlet Sizing
Extra Small (XS) - Chest Size: 18 inches
Small (S) - Chest Size: 19 inches
Medium (M) - Chest Size: 20 inches
Large (L) - Chest Size: 21 inches
Extra Large (XL) - Chest Size: 22 inches
Double Extra Large (XXL) - Chest Size: 23 inches

Assembly Time & Gun Start
21km - 4:00AM - 4:30AM
16km - 4:30AM - 5:00AM
10km - 5:00AM - 5:30AM (competitive)
10km - 5:10AM - 5:40AM (intermediate)
5km - 5:30AM - 6:00AM (competitive)
5km - 5:40AM - 6:10AM (intermediate)
5km - 5:50AM - 6:20AM (beginner)
3km - 6:30AM - 7:00AM (competitive)
3km - 6:40AM - 7:10AM (intermediate)
3km - 6:50AM - 7:20AM (beginner)

Race Map / Race Route

Finishers Shirt

Cash Prize
21k - PHP20,000 - PHP15,000 - PHP10,000
16k - PHP15,000 - PHP10,000 - PHP7,000
10k - PHP10,000 - PHP7,000 - PHP5,000
5k - PHP7,000 - PHP5,000 - PHP3,000
3k - PHP5,000 - PHP3,000 - PHP2,000

Prizes/Awards
Top 3 of each category will receive cash prizes (top 3 males and top 3 females)
Top 3 of all age groups across all categories will be awarded a medal. Age categories will be announced after registration period
Top 3 Filipino males and females of the 21k half marathon will also win a slot in the Macau International Marathon in December 2012, which includes airfare and accommodations

I'm really excited to be part of this amazing EVENT! :D

When I play with fondant!

I just want to share my project for today! My cousin asked me to create edible toppers to suit her friend's personality. The guy will be celebrating his 21st birthday. How can I say NO to that? hmmm

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Fifty Shades Obsessed

Fifty Shades of Grey is a trilogy that made me go GAGA for the past weeks now. Here's a brief description of the book for better understanding:

About the book
Daunted by the singular sexual tastes and dark secrets of the beautiful, tormented young entrepreneur Christian Grey, Anastasia Steele has broken off their relationship to start a new career with a Seattle publishing house.

But desire for Christian still dominates her every waking thought, and when he proposes a new arrangement, Anastasia cannot resist. They rekindle their searing sensual affair, and Anastasia learns more about the harrowing past of her damaged, driven, and demanding Fifty Shades.

While Christian wrestles with his inner demons, Anastasia must confront her anger and envy of the women who came before her and make the most important decision of her life.

Erotic, sparkling and suspenseful, Fifty Shades Darker is the irresistibly addictive second part of the Fifty Shades trilogy.



One of my friends asked me make an Anniversary Cake with Fifty Shades of Grey as the inspiration. Wow!

I was really excited! I immediately created a pattern. Lol! After few trials and researches, I finally came up with a design:

Gumpaste 3D Handcuff topper painted with Silver Luster powder

I used the 3rd book "FREED" as my inspiration. I rolled the black gum paste to make a rectangular shape, same size with the book.

Here's the finish product of my addiction.... I hope I can still make other version of Fifty Shades inspired cake. Obsessed with you Christian Grey.ahahaha