Ang una naming ginawa ay kumain ng pinoy food sa Karilangan, located in South San Francisco.  Inihaw na baboy, seafood sinigang, piniritong bangus belly at pinakbet..yum yum yum ang sarap…nag-order kami para sa sampu, kahit na lima lang kami.  Sobrang dami ang pagkain parang piyesta pero naubos pa rin namin!  Di ba mas masaya ‘yun?  Pagkatapos ng hapunan, siyempre nag dessert kami sa Goldilocks.

The San Francisco bay area is one of the best places to live and visit.  Ang daming sites na madadalawan sa mismong siyudad ng San Francisco- ang Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Fisherman’s wharf, Pier 39, shopping sa Union Square.  Sa paligid ng lunsod ng San Francisco ay ang Daly City at South San Francisco area.  Dito mahahanap ang isa sa pinakamalaking Filipino community sa US.  Para ka naring nasa Pilipinas kapag pumunta sa Serramonte Mall!

Lumipad ng pabalik sa Vancouver si Ate at sobra ko siyang na-mi-miss.  Mabuti at padating na si Nanay at Tatay next month para sila naman ang bibisita  sa akin!  Ang suwerte ko talaga!

On a lighter note, because Philippine labor day falls on a Friday this year and labor day is a big National holiday, many Filipinos  will also enjoy a break from work thanks to the long weekend!

So far we know there are only 200 pairs made, 100 of which will go to Manny to pass around to friends and family. The rest will hit about 4 stores including Niketown in Vegas & SF and also Fatlace and Undefeated in LA possibly.

Today I stopped by Niketown in SF and they told me 50 pairs will go to the Vegas Niketown since the fight is in Vegas which leaves only 50 pairs to go around to the other spots. This drop could be as hot as the Pidgeons were a few years back! If there’s only 15 pairs at the other stores you better get your lawn chairs ready because I bet the lines will start as early as Tuesday night.

Ang saya-saya!  It was great to see so many Filipinos wearing San Francisco Giants jerseys, showing their full support for the local baseball team.  The night was extra special for all who attended, whether or not they came from Filipino ancestry.  The best things about Filipino culture were presented in a venue  where everybody could enjoy the warm weather and festive atmosphere of game day.

The event was well organized.  Manny Pacquiao was scheduled to throw the first pitch at exactly 7:05 pm.  Before that, the fans were treated to a wonderful cultural show by the excellent Likha Dancers in beautiful, bright traditional Filipino tribal costumes.

Photo of Likha Dancers huddled in Filipino Costume

Our hearts  swelled with pride for the Philippines even more as the Filipino veterans, who fought alongside American soldiers during World War II, were honored.   We owe these brave (retired) soldiers a huge debt, because the sacrifices they made many years ago allow us the freedom all Filipinos and Americans enjoy today.

Photo of the brave Filipino WWII Vets in SF Giants Stadium

Photo of Manny Pacquaio and SF Giant Tim Lincecum, Cy Young Awardee

The ‘Pacman’ was looking sharp in his white shirt, vest, and cap.  The crowed cheered loudly as the announcer gave an introduction fit for the Filipino boxing icon who’s earned his title as the best pound for pound boxer in the world.

Some lucky fans got their hands on the Manny Pacquiao bobble head doll,  the latest and hottest in Pacman memorabilia.

Manny Pacquiao waves to his loyal Filipino fans at the Giants stadium

The much anticipated ‘Battle of East and West’ between the Manny ‘the Pacman’ Pacquaio and Ricky ‘the Hitman’ Hatton is in 10 days na lang!  Make sure you get your friends together on May 2.  You can order to see the fight live on HBO PPV.

But first, watch our video of Manny Pacquiao throwing the ceremonial first pitch on Filipino Heritage Night at the AT&T Park  San Francisco Giants Stadium!

Para sa laban, make sure you get your friends together, magluto ng Adobo, sit around the couch and prepare to be blown away as Manny delivers his signature lightning fast punches to his opponent.   Sino ang taya na mag o-order sa HBO ng pay-per-view this time?  O kaya, lahat mag chip-in sa bayad, sulit na sulit naman kapag nanalo ang ating manok!

I have to say KFC doesn’t touch Chickenjoy! Maybe it’s the rice with gravy pero it’s not as greasy either. If you’re around San Bruno there’s a Jollibee in the food court at the Tanforan Mall. Try mo!

More information on Jollibeein the USA.

Get a Map and Address to Jollibee in San Francisco, Daly City, Los Angeles, andLas Vegas.

Xmas in Rustans

Best wishes to your and your kamaganak and Maligayang Pasko at Manigong Bagong Taon!

The Concert Queen has a special way of connecting with her fans that can be witnessed as they sing along to each song while dancing in their seats! There were so many cameras in the air from adoring onlookers that at times it was even hard to see.

The Concert Queen Takes the Stage

Backstage with Pops

Pops will be back to NY again next year as part of The Four Divas World Tour that will also include Zsa Zsa Padilla. I’m sure it will be another show not to be missed!

This year is especially notable for Filipino’s as Charice Pempengco, the young singing sensation from the Philippines performed atop her own float! This honor is reserved only for the creme de la creme and further signifies Charice having made it! From Ellen to Oprah, performing live with Celine Dion and now riding down Broadway in the Macy’s Parade this gifted superstar is truly a force to be reckoned with!

Picture of Charice in Macy’s Parade from TV

While buying a Charice album or telling your friend “shhhhhhhh Charice is singing” might make you a fan I definitely think snapping a picture from TV makes you one! I’m guilty. Congratulations Charice! We are all proud of you!

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved one’s from all of us at Aryty!

The Divalicious Concert Queen Pops Fernandez will be performing with a roster of A List performers from the Philippines including Geneva Cruz, Zsa-Zsa Padilla, Jay-R and Kris Lawrence! Comedy King Dolphy will also be performing to enhance the evening. Aryty is proud to be a sponsor of the event and you can bet I will be sitting front row!

The Stunning Concert Queen Pops Fernandez

You still have the chance to purchase some of the few remaining tickets to this All Star Mega Event by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-736-1420 or by visiting www.specialeditionevents.com. The show will be starting Saturday at 7PM and promises to be an evening to remember as a lineup of this caliber is rare to be seen!

Buy tickets to Pops Fernandez Back2Back Concert at Trump Taj Mahal