PHILIPPINE PESO BILLS REDESIGNED

The image of the late former President Cory Aquino joins her husband on the new 500 peso bill.  This is a part of redesigning all Philippine bank notes as per the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.  Security has also been upgraded to prevent fraud.  All 6 denominations - P20, P50, P100, P200, P500 and P1000 were given facelifts.  Take a peek and tell me what you think.

The new 200 Peso Bill. Photo courtesy of GMA News.

The new 500 Peso Bill featuring the image of the late former President Cory Aquino beside her husband, the late Senator Ninoy Aquino. Photo Courtesy of GMA News.

Christmas Traditions at Starbucks

My Starbucks Christmas Traditions 2010 Card

Starbucks Christmas Traditions 2010 started yesterday, November 3, 2010 and will run until January 5, 2011. This year's theme: A Story for Every Cup.  The Christmas Coffee blends are also back: Praline Mocha, Toffee Nut Latte and Peppermint Mocha (Hot, Iced or Frappuccino blended beverages). 

So, for all you Starbucks coffee lovers out there, you know what this means: The Starbucks Limited Edition 2011 Planner! This year, the 2011 planner comes in 3 colors, silver, red and brown.  I got my card last night and I can't wait to start filling it up. My poor wallet! LOL!  

Here are the full mechanics for this year's Starbucks Christmas Traditions:

AN INNOVATIVE WEEKEND LIFESTYLE @ BGC

This November, watch out for the opening of a new and innovative weekend lifestyle market at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC)!  

Mercato Centrale @ BGC is a project of award-winning food blogger Anton Diaz of Our Awesome Planet.  Located at the heart of Bonifacio Global City, it promises to be the destination of choice for food enthusiasts as it will provide a smorgasbord of healthy and organic food choices as well as innovative food finds.  Fun-filled activities also await!

Mercato Centrale @ BGC will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 7AM to 4PM starting the first week of November 2010.

Another new place for our family to relax and unwind.  I can't wait to visit!  For more information on Mercato Centrale please visit : Mercato Centrale on Facebook.