PARANAQUE CITY LIFE

Paranaque Plane Crash

2011-12-12T06:29:00.000-08:00

In my lifetime this isn't the first time that a private plane crashed in Paranaque. I know of 2 others which crashed in the vicinity (barangay Sun Valley) when I was younger and remember another one crash in Moonwalk. Planes have been flying over our house ever since I can remember, perhaps airport authorities should try to make a route away from residential areas. Rest in peace to my fellow Paranaquenos.

Here's my kababata Dante Perello reporting about the incident.

Paranaque Resumes Number Coding Scheme Starting December 1, 2011

2011-11-30T16:14:00.001-08:00

The Unified Vehicle Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) or more popularly known as the number coding scheme will be reimposed in Paranaque city as a result of a sudden increase in the volume of traffic along the Bicutan area causing a horrendous traffic along the Bicutan interchange.

The number coding schemes takes into effect starting December 1, 2011 and will include the following major roads:

San Antonio Avenue,Pres.Aguinaldo Street,Dominique Savio street,Japan street,Michael Rua street and France street in Barangay Don Bosco.
E.Rodriguez street in Barangay Moonwalk,Doña Soledad extension and Doña Soledad Avenue in Barangay Don Bosco.
East Service road from Dr.Santos Avenue up to FTI Parañaque area.
West Service road from Dr.Santos Avenue up to Merville Park Subdivision Parañaque area.

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In addition, the truck ban as provided under the Parañaque Traffic Code as well as in Ordinance No.99-14 be strictly implemented along those streets mentioned herein.

Not everyone was immediately informed about the sudden enforcement of the number coding scheme and coverage area as people were asking @MMDA through their twitter account about the details.

Road Construction by DPWH To Affect President's Ave. & Sucat Road

2011-11-13T03:05:00.001-08:00

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is ready to conduct road re-blocking projects before the Christmas season causes vehicular traffic.

Projects include the widening/concreting with drainage improvement; upgrading of damaged paved national roads, soil testing footbridges, etc. along Sucat Road and President Avenue in Paranaque City.

The upgrade in Paranaque City is one of 19 road rehabilitation and improvement projects to be undertaken by the DPWH between now and December 15 to avoid the expected increased traffic during the Holiday season.

Skyway NAIA 3 Exit Starts Collecting Toll Fees on November 16, 2011

2011-11-08T07:35:00.000-08:00

Starting November 16, 2011, the Skyway NAIA 3 Exit will start collecting toll fees. Toll booths at the NAIA Terminal 3 Exit will start to collect P35. for regular Class 1 vehicles and P70. for trucks and buses. Since the opening of this Skyway exit, use of this exit has been toll-free.

Alternative routes Southbound is to take SLEX and exit at the Villamor Airbase leading to NAIA 3. Vehicles taking the northbound side can take a U-turn at Magallanes and exit SLEX at Villamor Airbase as well.

Krispy Kreme Comes To Bicutan !

2011-09-05T01:29:00.000-07:00

For all those in the Bicutan area craving for Krispy Kreme, here's great news! There's a Krispy Kreme stall at SM City Bicutan. It's located on the top floor of Building A of SM City Bictuan near Ace Hardware and Gerry's Grill. There isn't any dining area so you can't snack on your favorite Krispy Kreme donuts there. But if you just want to order donuts for take out probably before heading home or want to get your donut fix without having to travel to Makati, The Fort or Alabang, then this is a good alternative.

Welcome Krispy Kreme to Bicutan !

Coupe Coffee Station

2011-05-22T19:58:00.000-07:00

Coupe Coffee Station is located at Petron gas station, Dona Soledad Avenue in Better Living. They serve cakes, sandwiches, coffee and an array of meals (pasta and rice meals). An important thing to note is they have FREE WIFI!

Nice place to hang out at especially in the evenings.

Coupe Coffee Station
Petron Gas Station

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Missing in Paranaque

2011-05-16T19:52:00.000-07:00

New Modus Operandi of Robbers in Paranaque

2011-05-15T22:12:00.000-07:00

I just heard an incident from my friend who lives in Better Living Subdivision that a group of armed men gate-crashed a neighbors party and took cellphones, laptops and other valuables of visitors. The getaway car was a Fortuner.

Take care Paranaquenos!

Paranaque Doctors' Hospital

2011-05-15T09:36:00.000-07:00

Paranaque Doctors' Hospital opened in 2007 and has been a convenient go-to place for medical needs for residents of Barangay Don Bosco and Sun Valley. My family has been to this hospital several times already for tests, rehabilitation, confinement and check-ups. If you are a health-card holder all you need to do is call the hospital to check if any of their doctors can accommodate you.

For more information about Paranaque Doctors' Hospital visit their website.

Paranaque Doctors' Hospital
175 Doña Soledad Avenue
Better Living Subdivision,
Don Bosco, Paranaque City
+(632) 776-0644 loc.7000, 776-0644 to 51, 53 to 54

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Voter's Registration in Paranaque

2011-05-02T21:10:00.000-07:00

In preparation for coming elections the COMELEC Office in Paranaque is ready to accept registrations. Here are details:

Period: May 3, 2011 to October 31, 2012

Where: Paranaque COMELEC Office, 3rd Floor Sta. Lucia Bldg, Sta. Lucia St., San Antonio Valley 1, Paranaque City

What to bring (with address in Paranaque City):

1. Postal ID, SSS/GSIS ID, Senior Citizen's ID, Passport, Student ID or Library Card signed by school authority.

2. Employee's identification card signed by the employer and/or authorized representative.

3. Driver's license, NBI/PNP clearance.

4. Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID.

5. License issued by the Professional Regulatory Board and other government issued ID's.

Bring both the original and photocopy.

Here's the map:

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Paranaque Visita Iglesia

2011-04-18T19:45:00.000-07:00

If your from the side of Paranaque near SLEX, here's a list of churches you may want to go to for Visita Iglesia this Holy Week:

Our Lady of Beautiful Love Parish (map)
80 Washington St., Merville Park Subd.,
Paranaque City

Holy Eucharist Parish (map)
Armstrong Ave., Moonwalk Village,
Parañaque City

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish (map)
Bougainville Rd., Sun Valley Subd.,
Parañaque City

Mary Help of Christians National Shrine (map)
Mary Help of Christians St.
Better Living Subd., Parañaque City

Mary, Mother of Good Counsel Parish (map)
Peach St., Marcelo Green Village,
Parañaque City

San Antonio de Padua Parish Church (map)
San Antonio Valley 6, Sucat,
Parañaque City

Resurrection of Our Lord Parish (map)
Gng. E. Gatches St., BF Homes, Ph 1,
Paranaque City

Goodah, Dona Soledad

2011-04-17T06:01:00.000-07:00

We usually have brunch after hearing mass every Sunday and Goodah is one of our go-to places. We usually have one of the silogs plus some side dishes.

Goodah at Dona Soledad in Better Living was renovated about 2 years ago and it's a pretty cozy place to go to and it's open 24 hours a day! It's the only other place that's open all-day, all-night in Better Living now (the other one is Sinangag Express. Tropical Hut used to be open 24 hours a day when it had a full restaurant).

Here's some of the things that we usually have whenever we dine in:

Goodah (map)
Dona Soledad Avenue,
Better Living Subdivision,
Paranaque City

Army Navy Burger + Burritos in Paranaque

2011-04-12T09:38:00.000-07:00

Army Navy Burger + Burritos opened a few weeks (mid-March) ago at Dona Soledad Avenue in Better Living Paranaque. We lost no time and found ourselves visiting the place on March 21 for some late lunch/merienda. Good thing I brought my car since the only parking space available was perfect for my tiny car.

The exterior and interiors of the shop was the same with all other Army Navy branches. I like our branch here since it's quite spacious with a lot of seats and spanking new (haha)!

And you can also opt to sit outside.

I was quite hungry, so I ordered a steak burrito -

Sweetie had a starving sailor - steak -

The Libertea (beverage) matched perfectly our order -

And after dining you can throw your trash in the cute bin.

Army Navy Better Living is located where Chowking used to be on Dona Soledad. Across it is 7-Eleven.

Army Navy (map)
Dona Soledad Avenue,
Better Living Subdivision,
Paranaque City, Metro Manila

Skyway Extension To Alabang Now Open

2011-04-05T22:46:00.000-07:00

The Skyway originally a ten kilometer stretch from Makati to Bicutan recently opened its new extension to Sucat. Today, the next extension is open up to Alabang. The entire stretch of Skyway now measures 16.88 kms in length and predominantly resides above the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX).

From April 6 to 20, 2011, the new section of the Skyway will be free charging only the base rate of P85., the same with the Bicutan and Sucat exits. After April 20, the toll rate from Makati to Alabang will be P169.

Valentine's Day, a Special Non-Working Holiday in Paranaque

2011-01-31T05:30:00.000-08:00

The City of Paranaque will be celebrating it's city-hood anniversary on February 13, 2011 and since it falls on a Sunday, Malacanang has declared February 14, 2011 as a special non-working holiday in Paranaque.

Procalmation 106 can be found at this link - http://www.gov.ph/2011/01/26/proclamation-no-106/

Shopping in Paranaque: BF Ruins

2010-11-22T05:53:00.000-08:00

Now called the "Good Shephered Bazaar". BF Ruins has been around for many years now and used to be available only during the Christmas season. Now there are shops open as early as ten in the morning (very few though).

You will find some food stalls in the middle of the bazaar. Here's one that offers Malaysian and Singaporean specialties.

A lot of stalls sell clothing, for men, women and kids.

Gadgets -- mostly phones and phone accessories. Some stalls offer gaming gadgets and even tablets. Don't expect though the sales ladies to have more info about their products they are selling.

Fashion accessories like hair clips, bags, belts and all kikay stuff abound.

And, of course, dibidi of every kind.

BF Ruins/Good Shepherd Bazaar
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Shopping in Paranaque: the Pergola Mall

2010-11-16T22:44:00.000-08:00

There is a number of malls in Paranaque, the newest one is Pergola Mall located in BF Homes, Paranaque.

Nestled between BF Ruins and the BF Homes barangay hall, Pergola Mall offers a lot of stuff. It has Robinson's Supermarket, a couple of restaurants and coffee shops, Robinson's Appliance and HandyMan store, boutiques and CDR King.

Pergola Mall is located at BF Homes, Paranaque.

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Paranaque Voters Online Inquiry for Precincts

2010-04-19T06:44:00.000-07:00

Do you know the location of your precinct for the coming elections?

Find out by sending an email of your full name and complete address to TEAMBERNABE@YAHOO.COM to find out where your precinct is.

Serenitea Cha Kitchen, BF Homes

2010-04-06T09:02:00.000-07:00

I love milk tea! I absolutely love it that I actually have a tea blog chronicling tea drink reviews and stores. We found out about Serenitea Cha Kitchen from online friends and we immediately scheduled a visit.

Serenitea is located at Aguirre Avenue in BF Homes.

Nice place to hang out in and they also have free wifi! (They open quite late though, 12:30 p.m. if I remember correctly).

Their drinks generally look like this.

And they have snacks too!

I fell in love with Serenitea the first time I went and because I loved their tea so much we actually tried out their branch in Greenhills the next day!

Serenitea BF Homes
268 Aguirre Avenue,
BF Homes, Paranaque
Tel. +632-794-3288

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Paranaque City Candidates for Upcoming 2010 Elections

2010-04-02T08:49:00.000-07:00

The number of registered voters in Paranaque as of March 17, 2009 are 177,092 for the 1st District and 162,993 for the 2nd District. As the May 2010 elections are soon approaching, it is best to at least know and be acquainted with the candidates and which positions they are running for in Paranaque City. Here is the official list of candidates:

Mayor Candidates

Bernabe, Florencio Jr Mayuga "Jun" (LKS-KAM)
Marquez, Joey Perez "Tsong" (IND.)
Zialcita, Eduardo Castro "Edza" (NP)

Vice Mayor Candidates

Tambunting, Gustavo Suarez "Gus" (LKS-KAM )
Yllana, Andres Jose Jr. Garchitorena "Anjo" (PMP )

Member, House of Representatives (1st District)

Bernabe, Rolando Mayuga "Roland" (LKS-KAM)
Densing, Epimaco III Verano "Jun Jun" (NPC)
Javier, Edison Saddi "Ed" (IND.)
Magsombol, Fortunata Cueto "Naty" (IND.)
Olivarez, Edwin De Leon "Edwin" (LP )
Wenceslao, Delfin Jr. De Jesus "Ding" (IND.)

Member, House of Representatives (2nd District)

Golez, Roilo Solis "Roilo" (IND.)
Montaño, Pedro Cartajena "Pete" (PMP)

Councilors (1st District)

Allanigue, Rufino Mendoza "Rufing" (LKS-KAM)
Aragon, Benito Bautista "Bining" (LP)
Arcilla, Romeo Gonzales "John" (NPC)
Baes, Ricardo Jr Lim "Eric" (LKS-KAM)
Biboso, Jerry Lucas Gumayan "Jerry" (NPC)
Bobadilla, Gaspar Balbas "Sonny" (IND.)
Brigola, Dong Percival Dalupang "Dong" (NP)
Campano, Lorna De Leon "Baby" (LP)
De Leon, Audie Daddy San Jose "Odi" (IND.)
Delos Santos, Joy Lazaro "Kalinga" (LKS-KAM)
Duñgo, Antonio Mozas "Marc" (NPC)
Estrera, Julio Robledo "Julie" (IND.)
Ferrer, Abundio Biason "Jim" (LP)
Gabriel, Raquel Capuno "Raquel" (LKS-KAM)
Gonzalez, Axel Villaruel "Axel" (IND.)
Inciong, Brillante Virata "Bok" (NP)
Isunza, Tito Mingo "Toti" (IND.)
Nava, Roselle Paulino "Roselle" (NP)
Nery, Jaime Jr Jose "Jimmy" (LP)
Olivarez, Eric De Leon "Eric" (LP)
Romey, Florante Jr Cruz "Jun" (LKS-KAM)
Ross, Dino Medrano "Guevarra" (IND.)
Salic, Venesa "alma M" Lacsamana "Ness" (LKS-KAM)
Salvador, Jon Allic "Bodjie" (LKS-KAM)
San Juan, Andre Roy Nerva "Andre" (IND.)
Unizan, Eulalio Jr. Cruz "Junior" (IND.)
Villafuerte-densing, Joan Aringo "Bantay Bata" (NPC)
Webb, Jason Pagaspas "Jason" (LKS-KAM)
Yabut, Fortunato Peña "Forting" (IND.)

Councilors (2nd District)

Amurao, Florencia Naguiat "Beng" (LKS-KAM)
Antipuesto, Carlito Digao "Doods" (LKS-KAM)
Benzon, Edwin Rondolo "Bong" (LKS-KAM)
Bernabe, Florencio III Cristi "Benjo" (LKS-KAM)
Bonsol, Hilario Leaño "Larry" (LKS-KAM)
Bustamante, Conchita Serrano "Baby" (LKS-KAM)
Cadano, Maria Severina Fernandez "Rina" (NP)
Castillo, Arnold Caguiola "Arnold" (IND.)
Davila, Karlo Lising "Karlo" (NP)
De Asis, Maritess Baylon "Tess" (NP)
Favis, Vincent Kenneth Marasigan "Binky" (LP)
Golez, Jose Enrico Toledo "Rico" (LKS-KAM)
Macaraig, Ronald Dequino "Ronald" (IND.)
Panaligan, Ramon Barron "Monlapis" (PMP)
Puzon, Generoso Velez "Gene" (PMP)
Resuello, Felix Giron "Alamat" (PMP)
Serrano, Chito Cudiamat "Chit" (IND.)
Serrano, Roberto Jr Ramilo "Butch" (IND.)
Sotto, Valmar Castelo "Val" (LKS-KAM)
Visitacion, Albert Jr. Aportadera "Allan" (IND.)
Yllan, John Ryan Garchitorena "Ryan" (PMP)

Fresh GenSan Tuna in Paranaque

2010-03-26T02:42:00.000-07:00

After experiencing fresh tuna in GenSan (check out this video) I got spoiled and made the assumption that it's only in GenSan that you will get the best tuna. We were brought to Citra Mina before we left GenSan and we were told that they have branches in Paranaque!

I've passed by Citra Mina countless of times (in BF and Multinational), but never had the chance to check it out. After sampling my Tito's yummy grilled tuna I told myself I'd go the first chance I got.

The store keepers were really warm and helpful. Here are some photos from their store in Multinational.

Citra Mina Multinational
Brgy. Sto. Nino, Multinational Access Road
Paranaque City
Tel. No. +632-820-6080

Citra Mina Sucat
#8 President Ave.
Tahanan Village
Sucat, Paranaque City
Tel. No. +632-8076459

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Paranaque Central Post Office

2010-03-24T02:25:00.000-07:00

I've lived in Paranaque all my life, but never got the chance to visit the central post office. It's located on Sucat Road (going towards Duty Free), near SM Sucat after the overpass and sits by a curb (so it's easy to miss). If you reach the second overpass after SM Sucat it means you missed it already.

If you don't have a car you can ride any jeep or FX that passes through Sucat Road and just tell the driver that you're going down at the Post Office.

Here's a map that can help you find the Paranaque Central Post Office.

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Photo: C5 Extension

2010-03-23T07:16:00.000-07:00

This is the 1st kilometer of the highly controversial C5 extension which starts from Multinational Village and crosses Sucat Road via a flyover. Then it passes between the two buildings of SM Sucat mall and extends all the way to Las Pinas.

RR Plants and Planters

2010-03-20T08:03:00.000-07:00

A home will only be complete with some greenery in it. It was my Mom who brought us some plants, but we eventually had to re-pot them because they outgrew the plastic plant bag.

One place to get pots, plants and other garden materials is Plants & Planters at France Street, Better Living Subdivision Paranaque.

Clay pots range from PhP5 to PhP20 each. They also have bigger pots and planters. Mixed soil is just PhP50 per sack.

They also sell flowering plants, air plants, cactus', ferns etc.

RR Plants and Planters
France St., Better Living Subdivision
Paranaque City

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Maynilad Offers Free Septic Tank Clean-up to Paranaque Residents

2010-03-17T23:02:00.000-07:00

We've been experiencing some strange things in our bathroom and found out that it was due to the septic tank. Good thing Maynilad's offering free septic tank clean-up for Paranaque Residents. You can check out their schedule at the Maynilad website or call 981-3401 or 981-3402.

The horrifying adventure about our septic tank can be read at Mabuhay ang Bagong Kasal.

KSA MAGIC Opens at SM Bicutan

2010-03-14T22:00:00.000-07:00

KSA MAGIC Skin Whitening Store is the newest store to open at SM City Bicutan. Gladys Reyes will be present to open the newest branch on March 15, 2010 at 2:00pm.

It's a unique soap made from natural ingredients. It is a delightful blend of components having whitening, moisturizing and nourishing properties.

KSA MAGIC Skin Whitening Store is located at the 1st Floor of SM City Bicutan, Dona Soledad Avenue Corner West Service Road , Paranaque.

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Sizzling Pepper Steak Opens Near BF Homes

2010-03-06T05:49:00.000-08:00

Sizzling Pepper Steak opens its newest branch at the CMSR Bldg along Presiden't Avenue in BF Homes, Sucat.

The restaurant which serves the popular Japanese pepper steak concept and variations has opened their 18th store in the Philippines. They offer cot-plate steak meals and side dishes at affordable prices.

Skyway

2010-02-13T14:59:00.001-08:00

Photo: a stretch of the Metro Manila Skyway which majority of it runs through Paranaque City on top of the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX).

Tax Amnesty for Real Estate Owners

2010-01-12T19:49:00.000-08:00

Last December 10, 2009, Mayor Florencio Bernabe has passed Ordinance No. 09-15 which is an ordinance providing for financial relief through tax holidays for a limited period to owners of real properties in the city of Paranaque. This was enacted by the Sangguniang Panglungsod.

Owners of undeclared or misdeclared properties who voluntarily declared them for tax purposes before March 31, 2010 will only need to pay the basic tax without penalties or surcharges for the past 5 years instead of paying the tax for the full 10 years.

Also, delinquent real properties which have not been issued notice of delinquency by the City Treasurer may also pay their taxes without penalties or surcharges.

The tax amnesty period is from January 1, 2010 to March 31, 2010.

For more information, visit the city website at http://www.paranaque.gov.ph

Bastilles Cafe Undergoing Renovation

2010-01-11T06:35:00.000-08:00

Bastilles Cafe is one of the small but cozy cafes along Dona Soledad Ave. which serves full rice meals, pastas and sandwiches aside from the popular hot and cold drinks and cakes a cafe usually is known for. The interior has couches and pillows making it a cozy place to hang out. They also offer free wifi within the cafe.

Unfortunately, the cafe is currently undergoing renovation. We hope to see a new and better cafe soon.

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Bastille Cafe is located along Dona Soledad Avenue in Betterliving Subdivision.

Obtaining a Marriage License at the Paranaque City Hall

2009-11-24T02:12:00.000-08:00

I am one happy customer of the Paranaque City Hall since I recently obtained my marriage license from its Civil Registry Office. We went there with the following documents:

birth certificate

CENOMAR

barangay clearance

pre-cana certificate/certificate of family planning attendance

parent's consent/advise

Foreigners would require additional documents from their embassy and the Arzobispado.

We were in and out of the Civil Registrar's office in less than an hour. Got our form, filled it out, attached docs, met the Civil Registrar, paid the fees (PhP200) and the notary public (PhP50). Went back after ten working days to get our marriage license. Painless!

Read about my happy experience here.

Hello World

2009-11-22T06:55:00.001-08:00

Finally decided to start this blog about life in Paranaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines. I've lived here since birth and actually did a full thesis about the Sangguniang Kabataan of this city back when I was in college (actually won an award for it together with my 2 buddy thesismates).

Looking forward to blogging about living in Paranaque.