Review: Seargao Seaview Cafe

Yesterday, my husband and I went to short drive to Argao for the christening of Amor and Ian’s adorable daughter, Pau-pau. Ian is one of my husband’s closest friends from college, and every time they reconnect, it’s like watching him light up with memories and joy. I always enjoy these moments when he gets to reminisce about his past, it’s like seeing a different side of him, full of youthful energy. Also, it doesn't hurt that Amor and Ian’s girls were beyond adorable. Aberdeen, their older daughter, was glued to her phone. I honestly couldn’t stop smiling at how seriously she was into it. Oh, and the food? DELISH. Filipino parties always know how to hit the spot.

Fast forward to the drive home, and we were both feeling the post-lunch sleepies so we needed a caffeine fix ASAP. Enter Seargao Seaview Café, a total accidental discovery that turned into a highlight of our day. We rolled in expecting a quick coffee, but wow, did we luck out!  Surrounded by lush trees and overlooking the sea, it was exactly what we needed for a quick break. We chose to sit outside, close to nature, where the soft breeze and the scent of the ocean and leaves made the experience even more peaceful. It was total zen vibes.

Here’s my review:

The Place: 10/10
Green, clean, and silent. What more could you want?

The Service: 10/10
The waiter deserves an award. I casually mentioned I was parched, and the dude brought me an entire pitcher of water. Like, yes please! Talk about above-and-beyond service.

The Drinks: 10/10
We had Mango Graham Shake, Iced Tea, and Caramel Macchiato that had a surprise touch of cinnamon (which I looovee on coffee). All were delish. I may or may not have been eyeing their food menu, and trust me, we are coming back for that!

Here are our pics (warning, there's a lot!)

So what started as a quick trip for a christening turned into a day full of adorable kiddos, amazing food, and a new favorite café by the sea. It’s days like this that remind me how much fun it is to just go with the flow and that coffee by the ocean with the hubs is the best kind of reset. 

'Til next blog! 💛

What's In My Office Bag (char!)

It took me forever to finally hit 'publish' because, honestly, the 41-year-old me cringed a little at the thought. But here I am, putting it out there anyway. So, here it goes:

2010 Bag (Nine West Tote):

• Yellow Wallet
• Efficascent oil
• Phone
• Keys
• Nescafe
• Eyeglasses
• Maybelline foundation
• Hair brush
• Avon Lipstick (golden wine ultra rich moisture 24k Gold lipstick)
• Bedazzled perfume from Beauty control
• VS Lotion (pear glace)
• Versace bright crystal perfume
• ID
• Red Clamp

2024 Bag/s (Herschel Backpack/Adidas Shoe Bag)

I never owned a huge backpack, just those cutesy ones that can't even hold an A5 notebook, until two years ago. I used to totally overlook how convenient they are, but now I’m obsessed! They’ve become my everyday go-to bag!

The Adidas bag is for my walking shoes and gym clothes, usually a pair of stretchy leggings and one of my husband's basketball jerseys. I hit the treadmill almost every day at the office.

My main bag contains the following:

• Laptop, Smiley mousepad, mouse
• Hair Brush
• Make-up (6 lipsticks on rotation and mascara)
• Planner and Notebook
• Pen Pouch (Pens and Highlighters)
• Big Pouch (contents and pic below)
• Pair of Eyeglasses
• My perfume at the moment (Elizabeth Arden - Sunflowers)
• Dry Shampoo from Bench

Big Pouch: 

• Purple Mirror
• Ear Pods from Miniso (cheap and good enough!)
• Alcohol/Sanitizer
• Face Powder (My foundation era didn't last long.)
• Ever Bilena Cheek Stain
• Yves Rocher Hair Something (I use it for just its smell because according to Gabriel Solis, you don't want your hair smelling like hair! hahaha) 
• Wallet
• Floss
• Vicks Inhaler (even when I don't have clogged nose)
• Lipstick, Lip Balm, and yet another lipstick (why??)
• Vaporine (super duper fave)
• Charger cords (phone, mouse, watch)
• Car Keys

And that’s the scoop on what’s stashed in my bag, from everyday must-haves to those quirky little extras. I hope you enjoyed this little peek into my everyday life. 

What about you? What’s in your bag that you can’t live without? Let’s chat in the comments. I’m always curious to see what everyone else is toting around!

Thanks for tagging along! 'Til next blog! 💛