Helen Hernane | Senior Editor | The Beat Asia
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Philippines Has a Housing Problem, So What Is Being Done About It?

Houses are expensive, there’s a skills gap in the construction industry, and of course, climate change is still a top concern. Still, things are looking up.
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Delish Eats: Buffet Town, Latest Unli-Hot Pot Spicing Up San Juan

Craving hotpot? This unlimited buffet in San Juan offers that and more. As far as all-you-can-eat restaurants in Manila go, Buffet Town stands out in all the right ways.
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Philippine Book Festival Continues to Subvert Book Fair Expectations

The Beat Asia went to the Philippine Book Festival last April 27 and the experience was more than just the books – art, merchandise, talks, workshops, etc.
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Filipino Band Lola Amour Is Never Afraid of Being Themselves

Filipino alternative rock band Lola Amour did not expect the success of “Raining in Manila,” says their daily life has not changed. Read more here.
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Dos Chefs x Tres Papas Takeover Was All About Don Papa

Don Papa Rum was the highlight of the Dos Chefs x Tres Papas Takeover dinner at Lampara and drinks at OTO. Read more about their culinary love letter to PH.