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This white sand beach in Basilan doesn’t want to be the next Boracay

Nolisoli.ph headed to Mindanao to explore the diverse cultures of the region through food, arts,…

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This bar serves a refined version of the classic ‘gin pom’

Lambanog or distilled coconut may be the Philippines’ unofficial national spirit, but gin bilog (or lapad or kwatro-kantos) is a close…

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What happens when your dream vacation turns into a nightmare?

Island destinations are usually the frontrunners on people’s must-go lists, with the more remote places…

A bibingka and bacon pairing is Refinery’s newest answer to a well-packed brunch

“Brunch puts you in a good temper, it makes you satisfied with yourself and your fellow…

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Nolisoli.ph 2018 roundup: 10 stories that shaped the year

From the unearthed 135-year-old Juan Luna Spoliarium boceto in Europe to the Manila city government’s…

This weekend market pizza stall just got a permanent home

Frequent goers of specialty fairs and weekend markets in Makati may be familiar with Pizza…

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This 24/7 library in Makati gives away books to visitors

Ask around in La Paz, Makati for the place with all the books, and locals…

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This film-inspired speakeasy is hidden in a photo booth

Cubao Expo is quite a treasure trove. You’ve got second-hand shops, vintage stores, stores selling…

Get your last indie film fix of the year at the Maginhawa Film Festival

Philippine cinema has substantially evolved since it first arrived on our shores in 1897. Despite…

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This restaurant’s menu has no text, only colors

At Helm, Josh Boutwood’s intimate 10-seater restaurant, you can now eat according to color. Each…