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Jun82018 by The KanoNo Comments

Olivia’s Kitchen No Longer Welcoming Expats?

It was a disturbing report. A highly reliable source informed me yesterday that Olivia’s Kitchen is no longer welcoming expats. Foreigners that frequent this Guimaras eatery have been tagged as “complaining and too aggressive.” (more…)

Oct62016 by The Kano4 Comments

El Nido Culinary Adventure: Marbers

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I come from German stock. Consequently, when I opened the menu for the eatery we had stopped at I realized I was in for an "El Nido Culinary Adventure: Marbers." One whole page of the menu was dedicated to German cuisine. (more…)

Nov172015 by The Kano8 Comments

The Hulk is Dead

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It might not be a pleasant topic for some: "Hulk is Dead" but unless you're Shirley MacLaine who believes her dog was once an Egyptian god, there is no denying the fact that "The Hulk" will not be roaming our premises in the Philippines any longer. (more…)

Nov242014 by The Kano8 Comments

Latest Ultrasound Reveals No More Kidney Stones

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Since retiring to the Philippines over five years ago, I've had three major kidney stone attacks. The archipelago's tropical climate puts a person at greater risk for kidney stone formation due to the way our bodies manage water in a tropical setting. Perspiration becomes the customary way of how the body excretes water in tropical climates. Urination may slightly decrease due to urine being stored longer in the urinary tract. I wasn't keeping myself hydrated enough before my attacks but now drink 2-3 liters of water daily. My latest ultrasound in the Philippines now reveals no more kidney stones and, as an added bonus, a healthy liver. I had been previously diagnosed with fatty liver disease back in July. (more…)

Nov182014 by The Kano11 Comments

How BDO Fixed Our Dollar Account in the Philippines

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BDO, Banco de Oro, is the largest bank in the Philippines. It belongs to the SM Group owned by billionaire Henry Sy. In previous comments to a post regarding a dollar account my asawa and I were trying to open with Banco de Oro, I had threatened to close our account with the banking giant and go to BPI, Bank of the Philippines. But there's a possibility that BDO has fixed our dollar account in the Philippines. Maybe. How? Let me tell you the story, O True Believer (as I borrow heavily from Stan Lee.) Hanging out with Metrobank guards. I've never hung out with BDO security yet. (more…)

Oct262014 by The Kano8 Comments

Plans for Our New House in the Philippines Are Forging Ahead

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The plans for our new house in the Philippines are forging ahead. Yesterday, my asawa and I met with Boy, a local contractor from Guimaras. Boy comes highly recommended and has built several residences for foreigners on our mango province. Our brother-in-law, Joery, along with a crew of three men, will begin work on our father-in-law's nipa hut first. The nipa hut will be the location where our initial electrical service will be provided. It's best to start applying for new service early. There are several utility poles already located near our property so hopefully our electrical service will be provided before our new house is built, which could take five to six months. Rice field on our property (more…)

Sep292014 by The KanoNo Comments

Best Shopping Malls in Bacolod City, A Visit to Ayala Mall

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After visiting SM City Bacolod, my wife and I headed out via jeepney to the North Terminal in our quest to find the best shopping malls in Bacolod City. After making inquiries at the local McDonald's, we decided a visit to the Ayala Mall was in order. Once at the North Terminal we would be able to catch a ride to "The District" where the new Ayala Mall was located. My wife and I had been using the cheaper jeepney services available in the "City of Smiles" rather than taking a taxi. We did use a cab upon our arrival in Bacolod and our driver informed us that most taxis were charging 300 pesos, almost seven US Dollars, to the Ayala Mall located outside of the city. And that's for a one way trip. (more…)

Jul22014 by The Kano6 Comments

Overloaded Jeepneys with School Kids Riding on Top: No Problem in Guimaras Province

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Overloaded jeepneys with school kids riding on top of them is no problem on Guimaras province where my asawa and I reside. In fact, the public utility vehicles even pass by the local Philippine National Police without even a second glance. There are laws on the books regarding this issue, but like many rules and regulations in the Philippines, they are often ignored and not enforced. (more…)

May192014 by The KanoNo Comments

The Alto Pension House in Cebu City: Reasonable Rates, Quiet and Clean Accommodations

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The Alto Pension House, D. Jakosalem St., Cogon Ramos, in Cebu City offers reasonable rates, is quiet and has clean accommodations. What more could you ask? At only 800 pesos a night, almost 18 US Dollars, it’s a bargain. 120 pesos more if you want a hot shower, but I’ve been taking cold showers in the Philippines for five years now, so hot water is a luxury I don’t want to pay for. (more…)

Apr112013 by The Kano106 Comments

Find Your Special Filipina on Cherry Blossoms

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A recent post on Filipino Time drew some comments which gave some good advice on meeting and dating Filipinas in the Philippines. (more…)

Nov262012 by The KanoNo Comments

For Sale by Owner

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We're house hunting in the Philippines. Sort of. In August 2014 we'll be able to access our IRA account which currently provides the bulk of our monthly income. The money earned over the past few years from our investments will enable us to pay cash for our new home. No more renting. No house payments. (more…)