IN PHOTOS: 10 Beautiful Wedding Churches in the City of Manila

Weddings are once-in-a-lifetime event for every couple. Choosing the best in everything, including the church, is nothing but normal. 

Church wedding, in my opinion, is very important because if the couple is really sincere in having God in their midst, they should present their Marriage vows before the Altar of the LORD. It need not to be extravagant because the important point is: to have their Marriage blessed by God thru the Minister of the Church. This way, couples are like the wise man "who built (their) homes upon the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock (Matthew 7:24-25)." 

Here are some photos of the beautiful churches in the City of Manila:

1. SAN SEBASTIAN CHURCH in Manila

LOOK: Amazing Pre-Nuptial (PreNup) Locations in the Philippines

For most soon-to-be wedded couples, "pre-nuptial" photos are now a MUST OR MANDATORY. Many will even spend a considerable amount of money just to make this photo session unique and elaborate. The practice is slowly becoming a vital part of every filipino wedding, and this could probably be a reflection of the Filipino psyche of sentimentality. Nevertheless, wedding days are once-in-a-lifetime event for every couples, and spending money to make all relevant events memorable are just reasonable and worth it. 

Here are some suggested places where couples can have a real good pre-nuptial photos:

1. LA MESA ECO PARK - Located at the heart of Quezon City. The Eco Park is a small portion of the big La Mesa Watershed. This place is very beautiful, picturesque and romantic. There is a minimal entrance fee (and additional energy fee) for those who would like to have photo shoot in the vicinity.

HoliDATE at Bistro Ravioli, Glorietta, Makati City

To cap our long weekend, we decided to go out and stroll around the neaby malls (Glorietta and Landmark) in Makati City.  Our initial plan was to window shop, buy some stuffs in the grocery and go home; but due to some unexplained reason, everything changed. We opted to eat first (again) and try look for a restaurant that will satisfy our crave, at that moment, for pizza and pasta. Our search did not disappoint.  Our feet led us to Bistro Ravioli, a small italian restaurant in Glorietta.

All Day Breakfast at KANTO FREESTYLE in Makati

Yesterday afternoon, after attending church services, we went to the newly-opened branch of Kanto Freestyle in Makati City to satisfy our cravings for delicious all-day breakfast foods. This branch, by the way, is located near the Saints Peter and Paul Parish Church in Barangay Poblacion. Unlike their branch in Mandaluyong, this one is more "private" and spacious. The only negative feedback we have (at least for us) were the accelerating cars just in front of the place. The cars were creating too much noise and smoke affecting the overall ambiance of the place.

Mang Rudy's Tuna Grill and Papaitan at Makati Avenue

Yesterday night, before ending our long weekend, we decided to walk around the neighborhood and nearby areas to look for a place where we can eat. Our feet and hungry tummy led us to Makati Avenue, home to restaurants and bars in the financial district. 

Right across the famous A.VENUE Mall is Mang Rudy's Tuna Grill and Papaitan. We heard about this food hub from an UBER driver a few weeks ago.  According to the driver, the food, especially Pork Sisig, is best tasting and affordable (Word of Mouth Marketing at work).  And so, our curiosity triggered. We tried out their Pork Sisig at Php. 210.00.   

IN REVIEW: The Newtown Plaza Hotel, Baguio City

The Newtown Plaza Hotel is located in C.M. Recto Street corner Leonard Wood Road in Baguio City. It is a relatively new hotel in town; very evident by its new furniture, interiors and facade. The Korean translations in every signage within the hotel vicinity made us think that the owner/s might be Korean Nationals; or it might be that the main target market of the hotel are Koreans who, according to the Department of Tourism Website, are the number one foreign visitors of the country by far. Nonetheless, our overall stay in this hotel was very convenient and satisfying. 

Back-to-back Birthday Celebrations at MAD MARK'S Kapitolyo

RLF: Last Sunday afternoon, we had a sumptous meal at Mad Mark's in Kapitolyo, Pasig City.  This is to celebrate two birthday celebrants in the group: myself and my friend, Jennie. It was a short meeting I would say, but definitely filled with candid interactions which will add-on to our friendship memories worth remembering.