Friday Night Blues

May 23 --- Why?

This probably is the hardest question to answer. Finding a reason is tricky for what can be reasonable for one may be unreasonable for another.

Choosing not to compromise your future shouldn't be something that people should find as unwise. Is it wiser to just jump right in and not think about your future? Of course not.

I need a drink.

Fortant and Tears

While my friend and business partner was downing Fortant red wine, a glass each time last May 16 (a Friday night spent working), I told her about this article that alcohol is supposed to make traumatic experiences last longer as tested on rats. And she argued that she cannot understand why these scientific studies are done on rats when rats are different from humans. I wanted to answer the question but I figured I would just be dragging the matter.

Splendido Taal's Ladera Golfers Lounge

(left to right) The bell tower. Sizzling plate.

I know it's a bit late. I was supposed to post this last May 12. But I have been very busy.

Splendido's Ladera Golfers Lounge sells SML for P48 something so it's about P50/bottle. For the change in scenery and the nice weather, it is worth the drive. Or if you're looking for a wedding venue, it's a nice place to check out.

Anyway, it was my first time to have pink wine last May 12. It is light but not too light. It smells nice and has a soft finish.

Jack's Loft

Last Sunday, I was particularly delighted to have finally made my brother go to Eastwood to watch a movie (oh make that two, Ironman then When Love Begins which by the way was not at all a good decision to see them in that order). In between movies, we went to Jack's Loft.

If you want ambiance and a loungy feel, Jack's Loft is the place. I had the opportunity of talking to one of the owners of this joint a few months back and this, he says, was inspired by his brother-in-law's loft in Canada if I remember it correctly. They used to hang out there a lot when he was still based there. So, yes, it is the perfect place to do just that.

There's a nice space upstairs where a group can sit on floor pillows and chat the night away. It's actually a dessert bar so do try some. The cheesecake is baked and not gelatin-based which is good.

And they serve beer and sosyal pulutan, too.

Xaymaca

April 25 -- With two girl friends, Twenty and Dawn, we went to Xaymaca in Quezon City. This was after the Earth Day Jam along Tomas Morato where I rekindled a feeling for pinoy bands like Moonstar 88.

You pay P150/head no matter which part of the band's performance is at already. This entitles you to a beer. It can get pretty crowded though so be careful not to bring a huge purse which will be inconvenient while you stand around waiting for a seat to be vacated. Additional bottles are at P40 each, i think.

Xaymaca is located along Timog Ave., Quezon City.