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Gelatofix BGC Is Now Open!

Gelatiofix is an Italian Artisinal gelato café and is renowned for its over the top gelato creations and exquisite Italian cuisine created by award-winning chefs, Gelato World Cup Champion, Master Chef Filippo Novelli and Gelatofix Master Chef David Chang. And Gelatofix BGC opens it door to give BGC people a place to take a break.

Let’s start with over the top gelato creations. Out of all Gelatofix’s signature desserts, we were able to try two.

This is Gelatofix Sushi gelato, 6 mouth-watering sushis in one plate. I tried most of the sushi and my favorite is the Ebiko sushi looking gelato. We were advised that it includes wasabi and it was one of the best sushi I had. Oh wait. It’s Gelato! Seriously, the wasabi didn’t taste spicy at all. It was more pungent, just a strong taste but not spicy. I am guessing it is because the wasabi used in this creation is fresh and not a substitute.

The Gelatofix ‘Gelato Sushi’ is a creation of Gelato World Cup Champion, Master Chef Filippo Novelli.

Now this one, which I am having a hard tome writing because this is what dessert is all about for me. This is called the ‘Magic Boxx’, created by Gelatofix Master Chef David Chang. Take note of the extra X, because this dessert is extra ordinary.

It’s a unique fusion of Asian bread, toasted and topped with Italian gelato and served with a treasure chest of Gelatofix chocolate sauce. For this dessert alone, Gelatofix is a must visit.

Other than Gelato and the desserts I mentioned above, Gelatofix also serves salad, rich-flavoured soup, unique entreé, lavish mains, and beverages. For the beverages, we got to try the Italian soad in strawberry (pictured above together with apple flavor soda).

From the menu, we got try 2 of Gelatofix entreé: Rissoto Al Funghi and Spaghetti Prawn Apricot.

If I have to choose between the two, I would have a hard time. Both are flavorful but I think the shrimp will win the hearts of many. It’s creamy and tasty, makes you want to order another bowl.

“we will be the first in the Philippines to launch an authentic Italian dessert lifestyle café chain under Gelatofix. It will be the destination of choice for both young people and working adults who are in the prowl for mouth-watering yet guilt-less gelato and food offerings which make a serious play on both Italian and local flavors,” said Mr. Von Lacorte, Director, Gelatofix Philippines.

Gelatofix Philippines is located at ground floor, BGC Corporate Center, 30th corner 11th street, BGC, Taguig City. Gelatofix will be adding 5 more branches in the next 12 months. Keep tab of the locations of the coming branches by checking out Gelatofix Philippines Facebook Page. And they have ongoing promo until August 25!

Internationally, the Gelatofix café chain will be available in Cambodia, Kuwait, Maldives, and Qatar.

Seeing Through Essilor

I have been wearing eyeglasses since I was 8. I have a hate/love relationship with my eye problem. Sometimes I am OK with it but most of the times I do not like it. Who likes a problem anyway? My always concern is swimming, ang hirap mga bes, specially with my eye grade (which is super duper laboooo). I end up swimming with my eyeglasses, wala naman nagsabi na bawal di ba?

But my most favorite part of wearing eyeglasses is buying a new one (minus the bill part hehe). It’s a relief knowing that my eye condition is not worsening. And I got to choose a stylish frame, lalo na if I am buying at Quiapo. Eyeglasses frames there are super duper cheap. The lens are too! But it is only last year that I got to learn about the different lenses.

Dati, dalawa lang ang alam ko, Multicoated and ordinary lense. I usually get the multicoated because it is thinner. Ganyan lang palagi when I go to optical shops. Lagi lang tanong nila, “Ma’am multicoated or ordinary lens.” I wish they told me more about the different lenses provided by Essilor.

Buti na lang medyo attentive ako sa mga events invite. From there, I have learned about Essilor, got curious and now all our family’s using their lenses. NO GOING BACK TO ORDINARY LENSES.

So ayun na nga, ang dami palang lenses ng Essilor. They have lenses specific to the age of users. Different lenses din for protections. You can actually learn more about Essilor brands of lenses at their website. Our favorite kind of lens is the one that has protection from blue light. That’s the light emitted by your gadgets. It’s dangerous because our eyes are not effective in blocking blue eyes.

Ask your optha about blue light protection pag magpapagawa kayo ng eyeglasses. Three of my boys are wearing eyeglasses and all their lenses are with blue light protection from Essilor.

Banish Derma Roller And Masque Review

First time to receive an invitation to review a skin care from the US. Normally, I would say no. I am not a beauty or skin care blogger, I just love taking care of my skin. But Banish Products are hard to say no to. So here I am writing my Banish Derma Roller And Banish Masque Review.

Here are the products that I received:

Almost a month after it was shipped, I got a notice from my post office. Basically, shipment from US to the Philippines is 3-4 weeks.

The Banish Kit I got includes the following:

Banish Kit (Banish Oil + Banisher Roller) $75
Vitamin C Beauty Elixir $19
Pumpkin Enzyme Masque ~~$49~~ $35
Activated Charcoal Clay Masque $29

Here’s my short Banish Derma Roller And Banish Masque Review I posted on Youtube:

Banish Derma Roller And Banish Masque Review

The video also includes How to use the banish roller and the masques.

I received two masks, Banish Pumpkin Enzyme and Activated Charcoal. I prefer the Pumkin Enzyme Masque because of the smell. For me, it is also easier to use since I do not have to prepare it. I also love the tingling sensation it gives to my skin. And I am planning to order another bottle soon! Whenever I use this masque, I always receive compliments about my skin. I use the Banish Pumpkin Enzyme Masque once a week.

I less like the activated charcoal because it is less convenient to apply. I have to mix it water to form a paste and apply to my skin. I also find it a bit challenging to remove. I see some users preferring it as nose pack rather than a face mask. I still have to try together with the pumpkin masque (I realized my nose needs some serious work!).

The Banish Kit is their best seller because of its effectiveness. It includes a derma roller which “pinch” the skin and in turn stimulates the skin to regenerate and repair itself. Feels like “What does not kill me makes me stronger” but this time “make me prettier” hehe. The oil that comes with it also helps the skin to repair itself.

Another favorite from the Banish products I received is the Banish Vitamin C Beauty Elixir. It works like a mist and I use it 2-3 times a day, depending on how dry my face gets.

You can get your very own set of Banish Kit by ordering at Banish Acne Scars online store.

Read about what other costumers has to say at Banish Facebook Page or watch short videos on how to use the products at Banish Instagram Page.