Addie Pobre, Author at TheSmartLocal Philippines - Travel, Lifestyle, Culture & Language Guide

10 Unique Christmas Gift Ideas For Your Exchange Gifts This Holiday, From Make-Up To Agimat-Themed Gin

Here are 10 unique Christmas gift ideas, from accessories to food to clothing, to guide you on your holiday gift shopping this year.

Beyond just “Mabuhay," familiarize yourself with these basic Filipino phrases that should come in handy when getting around the Philippines.

A look into the post-reign lives of 12 past Miss Universe Philippines winners from Lalaine Bennett to Maxine Medina.

To find the right type of flowers according to the occasion, here are the 12 Metro Manila flower shops that deliver online orders.

To help you find the bakeshop for your taste, here are 10 Metro Manila designer cake and custom cake shops that will level up your next event.

Here are 14 anime series that are always worth a rewatch for Filipino millennials feeling nostalgic for their childhood days at home.

If you’re on the hunt for local animated works, here are 10 Filipino anime films and series you have to check out.

Many Philippine brands today have been so ingrained in our culture. Here are the history behind some of the most beloved local brands today.

To help you recreate your favorite ulam, here are 12 recipes ranging from staples such as pork sinigang to kansi.

Some love teams go so far as to transcend their peak era to be timeless on-screen couples. Here are 12 iconic Filipino love teams.