Freedom Tour (Part II) - 25th EDSA People Power Anniversary

The Freedom Tour tells the story of the revolution. This tour covered the following areas: La Salle Greenhills, The EDSA Shrine, The People Power Monument and Club Filipino.

The third Stop was the People Power Monument, a towering monument along EDSA. It is sculptured by Eduardo Castrillo in honor of the Filipinos who marched on the streets of EDSA to fight against the dictatorship of President Ferdinand Marcos. 

The highlight of this activity was the re-enactment of "Salubungan" , where Filipino citizens headed by Butz Aquino and the military force led by then Vice-Chief of Staff Fidel V. Ramos and Juan Ponce Enrile joined hand in hand against Marcos regime. People unite towards nation building and it was a bloodless revolution.

Performed as Cardinal Sin.


The cast of "Salubungan" (from L-R:  Lt. Col Gregorio Honasan, Juan Ponce Enrile, AFP Vice-Chief of Staff Lt. Gen Fidel V. Ramos, Butz Aquino and Cardinal Archbishop of Manila Jaime Sin)

Significant events at CLUB FILIPINO:

Corazon Aquino took oath as the 11th President of the Philippines, the First Woman President in the Philippines and in Asia happened at Club Filipino. The same venue where his son, President Benigno Aquino III announced his candidacy for Presidency in 2010 Philippine Presidential Election.

Located in San Juan, Metro Manila, between North Greenhills Subdivision and Greenhills Shopping Center.

Re-enactment: Corazon Aquino sworn in as the new President of the Philippines

Pres. Corazon Aquino and her supporters after the oath-taking inside Kalayaan Hall of Club Filipino as re-enacted

At the end of the tour, participants are encouraged to pledge their commitment to our country by signing on the FREEDOM WALL. 

Group pictures with the cast and participants

The Freedom Tour was part of 25th People Power Anniversary.

For the First Two Venues of the Freedom Tour, you may want to read Freedom Tour (Part I)

Freedom Tour (Part I) - 25th EDSA People Power Anniversary

FREEDOM TOUR - a project of the Department of Tourism and Ninoy Aquino Foundation run from February 23-25. The tour covers four important sites during 1986 EDSA Revolution; La Salle Greenhills Gym, EDSA Shrine, EDSA People Power Monument and the Club Filipino. 

I was only 7 yrs old during the People Power Revolution I still remember the tight security measures implemented in Gate 1 of Fort Bonifacio few blocks away from where we live. Of course who cannot remember the songs "Bayan ko"  "Magkaisa", and "Handog ng Pilipino sa Mundo"  which became the anthem of the bloodless EDSA Revolution. The Freedom Tour I attended tells the whole story of EDSA People Power Revolution, we were brought to four significant venues. A re-enactment of important events of the peaceful revolution was the highlight of the tour.


It is free, an air-conditioned bus brought us to the Four Historical Sites and fortunately I was invited by a friend to join the tour.

Here's the first part of the tour. Our first stop, the La Salle Greenhills Gymnasium, the site of the National Tabulation Center for NAMFREL's Quick Count. 

Mr. Edmund from DOT tells us the important events that happened during the EDSA People Power Revolution

The tally board used in 1986

Representatives from Department of Tourism and our visitors from Holland

Our arrival at the EDSA Shrine in Ortigas

Our 2nd stop - the EDSA Shrine. It was built in 1989 to commemorate the memories of the Peaceful and Bloodless People Power Revolution. 

The "Flame of Freedom"

The "Flame of Freedom" is a sculpture done by Artist Manny Casal  of three hardy men bearing a cauldron of flame over their shoulders. The Flame of Freedom represents the Philippine's three major islands, Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

Another Representative from the Department of Tourism explains the significance of the "Flame of Freedom"  and the "Shrine of Mary" to participants and foreign visitors.

The EDSA Shrine was built and dedicated to Our Lady who has miraculously interceded to oust the dictatorship in a bloodless manner also called People Power Revolution happened in 1986.

Starbucks Cinnamon Swirl

Cinnamon bread from our local bakery, Cinnamon flavored donuts, Cinnamon bread sticks, I just love Cinnamon rolls!

It's been a while since my last dose of coffee at  Starbucks. I am trying to limit caffeine intake though Starbucks also offers other non-coffee beverages like Fruit Juices honestly I can't resist having a cup of coffee each time I visit the store. 

On my recent visit at the store I had the CINNAMON SWIRL (P55). Initially, I thought it was Ensaymada because of the melted sugar and cream on top. 

Cinnamon Swirl is a perfect pair for coffee or tea. The bread is soft, moist and sweet. I love the smell, not too strong unlike other cinnamon breads.

The other cinnamon pastry available at Starbucks Store is crisp outside but soft inside. How about you, what Starbucks baked goodies do you like most? :)

Healthy Sandwiches at Subway Philippines

I was looking for a snack I can take out, I noticed the SUBWAY store at SM North EDSA and decided to order Ham Sandwich with sweet onion sauce. Here's a delicious sandwich treat after a busy day at work!

 I love their Chocolate Cookies!

First time at Subway Restaurant? here's a simple guide how to order your Subway Sandwiches:

First, Decide what sandwich you want. Spicy Italian, Subway Club, Subway Melt, Tuna, Ham, Veggie Delite, Roasted Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki, Roasted Beef and Sliced Chicken.

1. Choose your type of Bread (wheat, white etc)
2. Choose from Ham, Chicken, Roasted Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki, Roast Beef, Sliced Chicken, Sliced Chicken and Ham.
3. Decide your veggies and be specific. Add cheese!
4. Decide your condiments - mayo, sweet onion, mustard sauce
5. You may want to order cookies (Double Chocolate, Oatmeal) and drinks (Soda, Fruit Juice or Botted Water)
6. Pay at the counter

Enjoy your healthy meal at Subway Restaurant!

Bdw, get your 6'' spicy Italian Sub at a discounted price of P69 from P125. Promo Period is from Jan 15-Feb 15, 2011 only!
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Kung Hei Fat Choi! Kiong Hee Huat Tsai! Gong Xi Fa Cai! Happy Chinese New Year!

Welcome Year of the Metal Rabbit! 

Chinese New Year  is a time for fireworks, big dragons, dragon dance and overflowing Chinese food and delicacies.

Chinese Painting Exhibit and Workshop held in Shangri-La Plaza from January 22 to Feb 4. 

Chinese New Year Theme at SM North Edsa, The Block

Giant photo of the famous Great Wall of China 

Kung Hei Fat Choi! Kiong Hee Huat Tsai! Gong Xi Fa Cai! Happy Chinese New Year!