1989 Thank Yous is a class campaign that aims to promote UA&P culture by way of injecting gratitude in the teachings of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). The campaign reaches people through the use of social media and interactive passing of thank you cards. I was assigned to lead the Documentation team for the duration of the campaign. So far it has been challenging but worthwhile. Here's an overview of happenings of the campaign:
For my sister's 25th birthday, we dined at Neil's Kitchen; a hip local restaurant that serves Filipino-Spanish fusion dishes. Some of their specialty dishes are the Paella Valenciana with Spanish Tempura, Sinigang Paella with Grilled Pork Belly, Chicken of the South "Alabang Fried Chicken", and Fried Suman, Mangga and Chocnut.
The entire place sports a yellow and black theme. Walls are accented with quirky knick-knacks and quotes about food, family, and good company - truly Filipino. What I like about the place is that the theme is consistent from the exterior to the interior. Everything is carefully placed to utilise the space.
The restaurant is a 2-storey building. The most interesting section you'll pass by is the staircase which leads to the actual dining area.
The food did not disappoint! for starters, we ordered the beach house nachos grande. for the mains: paella valenciana with Spanish tempura, paella negra with calamares, boneless chicken barbecue with java rice, paoched salmon in vinegar and garlic. for dessert, fried suman, mangga and chocnut.
Last September, my Communication Theory group ventured to Cavite City. We had the privilege to interview Efren Penaflorida of Dynamic Teen Company. Mr. Penaflorida is a Filipino teacher known for his extraordinary method of educating. With only a pushcart, he was able to help the Filipino youth who have been assimilated with street gangs. Among his many achievements is being named as the CNN Hero of the year for 2009.
