The Miss Wa Noodles and Rice is a stall catering to people who want to immediately satisfy their stomach growls. It offers some of the well-sought Pinoy favorites such as lumpiang shanghai, siomai, and siopao. Plus, fronting an extraordinary dish that only a few offer.

The Locations

The stall where I dined is located along Dahlia Avenue near FEU Hospital. According to the Misswa Facebook page, there are already many branches around Metro Manila, which also include nearby schools like Ateneo, La Salle, and the university belt.

The stall design resembles the burger stands that boomed during the early millennium, with tall fixed chairs and aluminum tables, probably encouraging quickie dining. The combination of green and white is quite appealing to me.

The best about Miss Wa is that all locations are available 24 hours.

The Taiwan Miswa

The Taiwan Misswa is considerably the signature dish of this establishment. It is a flavorful vermicelli soup made special with pork intestines, meatballs, onion leeks, and seasonings. The crews will always remind the diners that the soup is best with a few drops of the special vinegar.

The Taiwan Misswa is utterly delicious and it’s one of the dishes that I will never forget to order. I’m not a fan of the vinegar, though.

Lumpiang Shanghai with Rice

The lumpiang Shanghai from Miss Wa is the best-looking shanghai I’ve seen. It’s like a work of art that is carefully tailored to be Instagram-worthy. However, unlike many food establishments, Miss Wa didn’t sacrifice the taste. The looks and the quality are well-balanced. Moreover, the serving fits the price perfectly.

I’ll put this lumpia on the higher list because I can say that the meat used is fresh while the added vegetables complement each other creating an explosive party in the mouth. The best part is that this is cooked to order and deep-fried so you can enjoy the crispy skin.

Crispy Chicken Chops

The crispy chicken chop is a chicken fillet offered by Miss Wa. Just like the shanghai, this is deep-fried until crispy and paired with a cheese sauce. I also enjoy this because it’s crispy and flavorful. Though I’m not a cheese lover, I can say that the bland breading of the chicken complements well with the salty and creamy flavor of the cheese. I still prefer the chili sauce and soymansi as a dip.

The meat is thin and frozen, that’s why there are times that they used to serve me with a dry fillet.

Siomai Rice

Of course, there’s fried or steamed siomai that will be paired with a cup of steaming rice. Though I can say, this is still considered delicious, it was not astounding. A little better than the siomai bought in local markets but not as delicious as the premium ones.

You can enjoy this meal with unlimited chili garlic and soymansi.

Read: How to Make Siomai

Pork Sisig

This is the food that kept me confused. Unlike the usual sisig, this one is a bit dry and the color is a little darker.  I’m not sure but I think they add little to no mayonnaise and probably, it came frozen. It is also served in a paper bowl on top of rice, which I’m not a fan.

Though it’s a bit different, it’s still tasty.

Silvanas

Simple but amazing… that is Misswa’s Silvanas. It’s crunchy but not too sweet, which is what I want. The creamy fillings add more explosive flavor but won’t overpower the wafer. Overall, this is the best silvanas in terms of price vs quality.

However, this should be consumed immediately. Otherwise, it will lapse and will become soft.

Iced Coffee

The iced coffee is quite good as well. It’s brewed and the sugar is not overpowering. What I like about this is that you can still smell the aroma and taste the bitterness of the coffee — just like the classic ones. No extra, no fancy things, just coffee.

Miss Wa is Awesome

Miss Wa is one heck of a business. The owners knew that some of the biggest chains in the country don’t cater fresh hot soup as well as cook-to-order meals and took advantage of them. Now, people near Miss Wa can easily satisfy their stomach juices with foods Pinoys love without breaking the bank.

I’m hoping that Miss Wa Noodles and Rice branches out to as many locations as possible so many people can now enjoy such foods.

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This is true because some businesses are obsessed with making a product Instagrammable rather than creating value. Based on my experience, this scheme created trust issues, especially for online products.

For my mom’s 75th birthday, I tapped Ate RM Homemade Cakes for the money cake because the designs boasted on its page are fantastic. I and the owner both agreed with the 6-inch money cake. I asked her to just add a pair of kidneys since my mom is a CKD warrior and allowed her imagination to take over. Am I satisfied? Well, read further.

The money cake and cupcakes

Knowing her tight schedule, I nudged Ate RM a month before my mom’s birthday. We agreed that the chocolate moist cake will be delivered on October 2 and dude… she didn’t miss it and communicated with me until the cake was delivered. I also was touched because she also sent us a dozen of chocolate cupcakes as well.

The cake is stunning. It was covered with pink fondant and beautified by bright edible marbles. The cut for the roll of money was disguised well, my mother didn’t notice it despite her carefully inspecting it. Two thumbs up!

After blessing the food, my siblings and I picked the cupcakes first. Yes, about 6 hands rushed to pick a cupcake because all of us couldn’t resist the fantastic treats… They. Are. Delicious. We all know that there are times when chocolate treats are too sweet, they mask the flavors of chocolate. Ate RM’s cupcakes are different because you can still taste the bitter chocolate flavor.  The frosting? It’s something to die for.

Just like the cupcake, the cake is delicious. The ratio of cake and fondant is perfect. Most specifically, it was not overloaded with sugar.

@kuya.inggo♬ original sound – Ringo

Ate RM is highly recommended

Overall, we are happy with the cake and cupcakes. We will definitely repeat orders.

If you are looking for cakes for your party, I highly recommend Ate RM Homemade Cakes since the business aims for value and not just aesthetics. My sisters even asked for the page and then later caught them checking out the designs. I guess the other flavor of cakes and cupcakes are delicious as well because she uses premium ingredients only.

You can check the pinned post for the other designs, price, and contact details.

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AteRMHomemadeCakes

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I’m a proud member of the 90s babies club because I believe childhood in our era was well-spent. Mataya-taya, patintero, tumbang preso, Tom Sawyer are among the street games I and my buddies enjoyed. Moreover, Pritos Ring, Kobe, Rinbee, Ricoa Flat Tops, and Ice Gems are among the kiddie chip thrills we enjoyed.

Oatmeals are an essential part of people’s lives, especially the children of the 90s. Quaker Oats, specifically, is one of the breakfast deals the babies of the 90s would die for. Nothing beats creamy oats with hot chocolate to boost a 90 kiddo’s day.

As years go by, this grainy goodness also evolved in so many ways. It’s now being used for making appetizers, mains, and desserts.

The Quaker Oatmeal Cookies

Since it’s high in fiber for better digestion, health buffs love to add oatmeals to cookies. Thus, making evil goodness less evil. Well, for me, oatmeal cookies are fantastic because they have these tiny bits that add a chewing experience.

In one grocery trip, I stumbled with gold — the Quaker Oatmeal Cookies. I grabbed all the flavors in the aisle, went home, enjoyed them, and opted to share my experiences. I’m actually not surprised that Quaker thought of riding through this trend.

Though I bought the packs in the Ever Gotesco Supermarket in Commonwealth Quezon City, I think they are available in major groceries and supermarkets in the Philippines. You may check the cookie aisle of the nearest establishment in your area.

The Flavors

There are different flavors and sizes of the Quaker Oatmeal Cookies. I bought the cookie tray, which is worth P40.00 as of the posting time. Each tray has 12 cookies with a net weight of 108 grams. Meanwhile, the flavors are Apple & Cinnamon, Honey Nuts, Raisins, and Chocolate Chips.

Apple & Cinnamon

From the name itself, Apple & Cinnamon features an apple kick enhanced by the cinnamon aroma. I’m a fan of apple-flavored and cinnamon-flavored pastries. However, combining them confuses my taste buds. Not my cup of tea.

Chocolate Chips

Just like ordinary cookies, this flavor features bits of chocolate chips (think about Chips Ahoy). It’s amazing. The bits of chocolates, however, are a bit thrifty. It’s not what I expect for a brand like Quaker.

Raisins

Surprisingly, this flavor turned out good. I love it, stating the fact that I’m not a fan of raisins in cookies. There’s something with the cookie that makes it compatible with the dried grapes.

Honey Nuts

This flavor is delicious. The tangy sweetness of honey is distinguishable but not that overpowering. The nuts, on the other hand, provided this crunch that adds delight to my foodie experience. For me, this is the best among the rest.

The Verdict

Though the taste is amazing and the oatmeal is still the highlight, the cookies are smaller than expected. It is mentioning the fact that it is a product of a well-known brand. Quaker is also stingy. It only added a few pieces of nuts and chocolate chips. Also, they are hard, which lessens the foodie experience.

Each cookie will only cost you P3.3 so I can say it’s quite cheap. However, I’m willing to pay higher than that if the company would offer me bigger and chewable cookies.

How about you, have you ever tried Quaker Oatmeal Cookies? Comment your reaction below.

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Though it took me days to go to the nearest Jollibee to have it, I’m still excited to share my experience with you, guys! So, here’s my personal review of Jollibee’s Ube Macapuno Pie:

What is Ube Macapuno Pie?

Ube or purple yam is a favorite root crop in the Philippines. We love it as is or processed to ube jam. Macapuno is actually a coconut with abnormal development of an endosperm, which will result in gelatinous and flavorful flesh.

Purple yam and macapuno are all-time favorite desserts. Combining them is a legend.

Probably, Jollibee knew Filipinos love the combination so it came up with a hand pie with ube and macapuno fillings. Well, I think the company made the right decision.

Packaging and Where to Buy?

The ube macapuno pie is available in all Jollibee stores nationwide. However, since it’s new on the menu, expect that it’s out of stock. I bought mine in Shopwise Commonwealth Avenue.

I have to be honest with my experience — when I got my order, I was surprised that they were stuffed inside a chicken joy box, which actually prompted me to request individual boxes.

The box shows Peach Mango on one side and then Buko and Others on the other side. The manager explained that they will just make the box based on your order. I found it a bit lazy, though, stating the fact that Jollibee hand pies are always blockbuster.

As of the publishing, you can buy the Jollibee Ube Macapuno Pie for P30 per piece, P89 for 3 pieces, and P175 for 6 pieces.

Taste and Verdict

As expected, the ube macapuno pie is delicious, especially when they just came out from the fryer. The crust is delightfully rich and crunchy while the warm filling will get your tongue excited. The ube filling is quite good, it passed my standards — the taste is not far from Good Shepherd Ube Jam. The macapuno is good as well. When combined? It’s divine!

I bought six pieces and gave them to my family members. They love it too! Though the crust will sog in a few minutes, it’s still delicious.

The hand pies are fried, so it’s always expected to be oily. If there’s a way that Jollibee can minimize that oil, it will become more pleasurable.

To be honest, the pies get smaller and smaller every time I buy. I think it would be lovely as well if Jollibee would come up with a special option for a bigger pie with more fillings.

The Jollibee Ube Macapuno Pie is a fantastic product that surely captivated my tongue and soul. I’ll definitely crave for more in the next days and hopefully, Jollibee won’t remove it from the menu. Though I still love Peach and Mango Pie more, this is already a go-to dessert to compliment my favorite C3 meal.

How about you? What do you think about Jollibee Ube Macapuno Pie? Drop a comment…

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This pandemic brought us a bit in the dark zone — anxiety, cabin fever, and many more took the best of us. We don’t have many choices because none of us were ready. After a month of staying home and under quarantine, most of us need to go out and earn money, carrying the fears and burden that we might get the virus, and worse, we’ll transfer it to our loved ones. The stress drained us.

On the other hand, this pandemic is teaching us to practice cleanliness, discipline, and not to take our bodies for granted. We found the importance of having enough vitamin c by eating fresh fruits, vitamin d by staying under the morning sun. 

Personally, this pandemic taught me one thing — no money can level my family’s health. It taught that when buying things for the house and my family, the price tags should not be in factors.

Read: What Are The Foods That Cleanse The Kidney?

Just recently, to boost our immune system and prevent us from getting sick, I bought a 500 grams of Manuka Honey, and it’s not cheap.

What is Manuka Honey?

Manuka honey is a product of New Zealand and Australia. It is a honey from bees that only pollinate the manuka bush, an endemic plant in the said countries, that is known for its medicinal properties.

Manuka honey isn’t wild, in fact, it’s cultured. However, it is specialized and known to be more potent than ordinary honey. It contains a higher concentration of methylglyoxal (MGO).

Why Did I Buy?

I’m a fan of honey and have bought from different sellers and apiaries. There are also failures as my search for the best ones continues — I fell to scammers. However, I also formed this palate that gave me this anatomical defense against the evil sweet makers.

The best I had so far are those raw and wild. I used to buy from a friend who dealt with honey hunters of Nueva Ecija, who will spend hours in the forest and mountains. These kinds of honey are potent, and their authenticity is undeniable. Such is in a bottle with mouths only covered with clothing because even cork stoppers are not enough because they bubble and releases air.

I don’t cure my sore throat, cough with medicine. I only drink a calamansi juice sweetened by raw and wild honey. 

Unfortunately, because of the pandemic, my friend was unable to travel to his hometown and purchase wild honey. So, I searched for an alternative, and since scams are everywhere, I decided to go for the more expensive ones. I bought Manuka honey.

Why Is It Expensive?

Aside from this is an endemic product and it’s potency, the government of New Zealand and Australia are implementing strict rules and regulation that maintains that quality of the products sold in and outside the countries. Also, to protect it from those people who want to take advantage of them. Now, each honey labeled as Manuka for export should undergo testing by the government-recognized laboratories, and they should pass the standards.

Though it’s not 100% protected from scammers, resellers are named, and therefore, assuring consumers of their authenticity.

Packaging, Price, and Availability

I bought mine from Manuka Health Philippines, an official reseller in the country. I bought the cheapest (well, still not cheap) with MGO 30, which cost me P1,700 for 500 grams. The company also has Shopee and Lazada store.

The box-like container is blue with black and gold decorations, which for me, is quite attractive. Filipinos love re-usable containers, so this is a plus point. The mouth is heat-sealed so you are perfectly-protected. Well, pay that amount and expect great packaging. 

Let’s Compare

I did the possible honey authenticity tests such as burn, water, and settle test — it passed. However, as I mentioned earlier, I developed these tastebuds that determine the authenticity of honey. Would you be surprised if I said that it’s authentic?

The question is, how potent is this? It’s in between the standard authentic honey from known apiaries such as Richbee and the wild ones harvested in forests and mountains. The cultivated is smooth and almost syrupy, while the raw ones are like mild wines. Imagine it, Manuka honey is in between. 

I made lemon shots (juice from one lemon and two tablespoons Manuka) and shared it with my family members to boost their immune system. We all claim the same it’s potent. You can feel it passing through your throat.

The Verdict

Manuka honey has the greatest concentration of antibacterial substances. However, there is a little test provided for wild and raw honey from the forests and mountains, and I believe that the latter is way superior.

I’m just hoping that the people behind the export of Manuka can find ways to lower down the price so a larger group can enjoy it. 

Manuka is good, but because wild and raw honey is cheaper, I still prefer the latter.

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Packed cakes or pastries are popular in the Philippines because they provide quick reliefs to hungry stomachs and easy cravings satisfactions. They are also cheap, so, therefore, perfect for all walks of life.

I’m also a fan of such packed pastries and have tried most of them. I used to buy several pieces and will chow them while working. Just recently, I crave for something that I can’t buy in local stores.

So, when it’s time for me to run some errands, I took the opportunity to check some of the packed pastries at the grocery.

The Orion Custard Cake

While pushing my cart, I saw this attractive box featuring a well-pictured piece of rounded pastry with fabulous fillings. It’s the Orion Custard cake and since buying packed pastries is one of my goals for that day, I grabbed the two flavors available — the original custard and milk.

Based on the package, The Orion Custard Cake is an imported product from Vietnam. It claimed that it’s a premium cupcake with delicious fillings and no preservatives.

The packaging is super attractive, it actually encouraged me to try it.

Price and Availability

I bought the two boxes of Orion Custard in Ever Gotesco Supermarket for P84 per box. This means that it’s P14 for a 23-gram cupcake. Well, to compare a piece of Fudgee Barr, which will cost you P6.00 to P9.00 each depending on where you bought it contains 40 grams.

Since it’s imported, I understand the price. Also, if we’ll analyze, the product is actually cheaper than its western counterparts.

I believe that Orion Custard Cake is also available in bigger grocery stores such as the SM Hypermarket and Robinsons Supermarket. I checked the nearby and smaller groceries, I can’t find it. It’s also available on online platforms such as Shopee and Lazada.

Read: Ricoa Flat Tops Review

The Bread, Fillings, And Overall Taste

The Orion Custard Cake is somehow different from those being sold in local Filipino stores. The bread is super airy, grainy, oily, and it easily disintegrates. Quite different from the local products, which are generally compact, firm, and stable. I can’t compare it to any brands since it’s different.

The fillings are buttery and less sweet, which I like. However, it’s not custard. It’s more of a butter frosting. So, that’s another minus point for this product. The milk fillings are also butter frostings with creamy kicks.

The Verdict

Well, to be honest, Orion Custard Cake is not my preference. The cake is small and a bit pricey. The taste and feel didn’t add a great experience on my snack times. The fillings are a bit off as well and it’s too stingy.

I gave some to my nieces and sisters and they too agree with me that the fillings are not custard, which they called “false advertisement”. Somehow, they munching on them.

How about you? Have you tried Orion Custard Cake? Please share your experience in the comment below.

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Sweet tooth among children is perfectly normal. Why? It is because they have more than 10,000 taste buds with the majority are sensitive to sweetness. Also, there are findings that children, especially those who are breastfed, are getting used to the sweetness of the milk in a way that they looked for it until their toddler years. Cool, isn’t it?!

This same goes for my childhood. I am one of those kids who always crave for sugary bites. However, being the one with little money, I can only munch on those very cheap thrills.

The Ricoa Flat Tops

But every time I got money, like for example, my older sisters gave me some or I have saved my allowances, I treat myself for some a little expensive treats.

One of the treats that I use to buy whenever I had enough is the Ricoa Flat Tops. During those days, whenever you are chewing and carrying the wrapper, your friends will envy you with some of them will try to at least have a small bite. This is one expensive treat that kids would die for.

Ricoa Flat Tops are sumptuous candies shaped like a cup, thus, the name. This is one of my all-time favorites because of its smooth texture, lingering aroma, and creamy madness.

The Nostalgia

As far as I can remember, way back this was sold for P1.00 per piece. Then, it just went up and up until it reached P3.00 and as far as I know, way back 2004, this is available via our school cafeteria for P4.00 each.

Maybe due to the price, this is not usually available in sari-sari stores in our area.

If you want to have these delights, go to your groceries. You can easily spot it in the chocolate section of your favorite groceries and convenient store. You can but the “approximately 100 pieces” pack for more than P140.oo. This means that you can buy this for P1.50 a piece and as far as my observation is concerned, this is smaller than what I use to munch my kiddie days.

During my childhood, I love to leave for about one to two hours in the refrigerator to make it hard. Then, I will try much the cold and hard treats while the melts-in-your-mouth property of the product also adds kick to my snack experience. Imagine this: Cold and hard treat, then, will slowly melt in your mouth. For kids, it’s a moment of a great experience.

Also, A Great Ingredient

Though the taste of this awesome childhood buddy is still the same, I don’t usually crave for it anymore. Whenever it’s available, I’ll just grab two to three pieces and then will leave it for the kids in our house.

Ricoa Flat Tops aren’t just a sweet tooth’s dream. It is also a cooking enthusiast’s buddy because the flavor can definitely make a masterpiece. You can try my version of Graham Banoffee Cake, which uses the candy for the fillings.

Making Rainbows for this Generation

I asked nieces if they are familiar with the Ricoa Flat Tops and they said yes. They also love it and also expressed frustration because they can’t also buy it in sari-sari stores. They also found it a little expensive.

During my early times, the kiddie me and I can say, some of my friends, use to crave for this delightful treat. We sometimes ask our parents to buy those for us. Now, the younger generations are also hooked up. So, we can say, Ricoa Flat Tops is now a house name and will never be out of the market.

Flat Tops made my kiddie years colorful. Obviously, my nieces as well. And in the near future, I will never hesitate to introduce this to my children.

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This pandemic is driving people crazy. Well, I mean crazier. However, we should think and realize that there are more people – the frontliners – who are steaking their health and sanity to the maximum level just to keep us safe.

Remember: we are not locked in our houses. We are actually safe from our homes.

Keeping ourselves busy is one key to keeping ourselves composed. When we said busy, I can considerably say, checking out our old photos of vacation will do.

My friends went to Baguio in February and supposedly, I should be coming with them. However, my plans changed after a commitment pushed through. When they came back, I was surprised they bought me some treats and one of them is the ever-popular Good Shepherd’s Ube Jam.

Read: Happy PeanutSpread: The Happy Peanuts Peanut Butter

Price, Packaging, and Availability

You can buy the product in groceries, tourist shops, and many more. There are also some vendors who will roam around tourist places offering such products. You can also find it in wet markets and sidewalks.

You can buy the 12 oz. (440 grams) P200+ according to Escape Manila and can go up depending on the location. You can also buy it in popular online shops like Shopee, Lazada, and Carousell, just expect the price will go up more than the company’s SRP.

The product comes with a clear glass bottle designed with the logo of the company that manufactured it. I like it as you can easily see the jam inside.

The Taste

I’m also 100% sure that they are not into extenders. If there are, there’s only a few. Why did I say so? It’s because the color is lighter and the consistency is smoother. This is also more sticky than any other purple jams in the local markets along Metro Manila. I can compare it like way back during my high school years when we made some purple jams in our Home Economics class where we processed the root crops without any extenders.

This also doesn’t come too sweet, just enough for me. Again, I know that there are no to little extenders added in the dessert as the flavor of the purple jam is highly present.

The creamy flavor of the dessert is something you can love about it. The creaminess plus the distinct flavor of the yam combines well and will explode inside your mouth. An experience that I always look for.

I can still say it’s still worthy. Compared to other purple jam in the market, this one from Baguio contains more yam and quite creamier.

One thing that caught my attention was the message at the cover of the bottle. It says: “You help send us through college each time you buy our products -Cordillera Youth”. This message makes me think that I’m luckier to have parents who worked on my tuition during college. Also, it convinced me that indigenous groups really need help.

A highly recommended product.

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Most of us are humans with milk tea flowing in our veins and when I said “us,” myself is included. I am also guilty of consuming a large amount of the drink even before it boomed. Overall, I love the homemade because it’s cheaper, tastier, and you can make it unlimited.

“Better late than never,” people said. Well, we can tag Universal Robina Corporation on this matter because it just released a new variant of C2 and yes, it’s Milk Tea.

What is C2 Milk Tea?

C2 is known for providing good-tasting and refreshing drinks for almost two decades already. Apple and lemon are the most iconic ones but there are also flavors like plain green tea, peach, strawberry, and many more.

Now, there’s C2 Milk Tea.

This milk tea provides this on-the-go relief for those who are in a hurry but still want to sip their favorite drink. Just minus the chewy part because there’s no boba.

Based on Google research, the milk tea variant was first up as early as 2011 but it was not welcomed. There are actually some bad reviews about it and I think URC removed it from the market.

Where to Find and What to Expect?

As far as I know, the new C2 Milk Tea is only available in 7 11 stores and I bought mine in the Don Antonio, Commonwealth branch in Quezon City.

There are two flavors — the chocolate and winter melon. According to the crew of 7 11 there’s no plain Milk Tea.

You can buy the 270ml drink for P30.00. There’s no other size available. Well, I think it’s the same price as those sold in the malls.

The packaging features an opaque dark brown bottle, which is actually deceiving. At first, I thought it was the color of the milk tea. I don’t know if it’s there to prevent the sun from fermenting the tea or just to hide the real color of what’s inside.

Taste and Verdict

Well, in all fairness, the C2 Milk Tea is awesome. It’s creamy, flavorful, and that bitter aftertaste is still there.

I love both flavors but based on my preferences, the winter melon is the best. Unlike in McDonalds Milk Tea Float where the winter melon overpowers the tea, this one has only mild kicks of the vegetable.

C2 Milk Tea is a highly-recommended product.

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According to Our World in Data, the Philippines is the third-largest country with mismanaged plastic waste. The first is China and the second is Indonesia.

It’s quite alarming because, in 2025, our nation is projected to contribute at least 8% of the world’s total plastic waste and it’s significantly super-duper high.

We should do something about it.

In all fairness, the awareness of the effects of plastic waste in nature is everywhere. Environmental activists are becoming more and more aggressive in exposing the bad side of plastic convenience. The Philippine government, again, in all fairness, has issued several rules and regulations to lessen plastic usage.

Due to the awareness and government mild ban on plastic, some good things are happening.

Several restaurants and food stalls issued no-straw policy while groceries are hardcore in encouraging their customer to bring their own eco-bags.

The Foldable Straw

I admit I’ve been experiencing inconvenience with this no-straw policy. So, when I saw a video promoting a foldable straw, I was delighted. I immediately checked the Shopee and my spirit jumped out of joy.

I just want to try the water first so I bought the most inexpensive one, which is being catered by jerry7777777. They are available in many colors.

Three days after my package arrived.

What to Expect?

What arrived is a 3 x 1 x 1.5 inches box and inside is the magnet-lock, black container. With this, you’ll have a foldable straw and a cleaner. The container has a hole for a string so you can use this as a keychain.

The foldable straw measures nine inches. It is composed of 4 sections and inside is a thick rubber making the whole product flexible, allowing its foldable capabilities.

The Test

I have been using this for some time already and it’s pretty amazing. However, there’s always a downfall.

Read: Hurom – The Best Juicer in Town

I also tested it with buko pandan drink from Pao Tsin since it’s one of the companies that implemented the no-straw policy. It turned out that the strips of flesh will block the straw and since the inner lining is made of rubber, it’s hard to sip.

What I do is I flip the straw and continue drinking.

There’s also this rubber smell. I suggest you clean it properly using dish soap and the cleaner before using it.

Verdict

Though this straw is not good for drinks with solid ingredients like strips of coconut, jellies, and tapiocas, this goes well with drinks like water, soda, and even coke float.

As I mentioned earlier, I’ve been using this product quite some time already and so far so good. It appears to me that this will last longer than to my expectations. A bit wiggly, however.

Whenever I’m using it some people’s attention is caught. Some were even smiling. It’s a good feeling that people are noticing it that will surely raise awareness that such a product exists.

Imagine if 50 people will avail such straw and can use it for 50 restaurant dinings, then Mother Nature is saved from another 2,500 pieces of one-time use straw.

With the convenience, application, and nature-saving purposes, this foldable straw is a highly recommended product.

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