E Jeeepneys Conking Out?

Makati is on the right track to help mitigate climate change while addressing problems such as air pollution, solid waste, and rising oil prices. This project demonstrates that cities can take the lead in helping address global climate change by promoting sustainable transport tied in with renewable energy-based technologies. Makati natives should be proud and supportive of these projects. Our future depends on it but barely a month after the launch of the e-jeepney in Makati, my brother who is a regular e-jeepney commuter, had a conversation with one of the drivers. It turns out that the 10 jeepneys that were deployed to service Salcedo and Legaspi Village has been reduced to just 8 units because 2 have broken down already. Sad, sad news. Something should be done to sustain such a great plan.

Work at Home is Better than Walk to Work?

Now that you live in Salcedo Village, you are in the heart of the Makati Central Business District. You're about 5 to 10 minutes away from work. It's really convenient as you save a lot on gas and time. But how about if you just worked at home? I'm sure this thought has crossed your mind. Well, here is a blog that might help you make that decision.

Sunday Catholic Mass is Walking Distance from you

It seems like a little secret, but it's not! Find time to thank the Lord for all the blessings he has bestowed upon you. You hear Sunday Catholic Mass at the Makati Sports Club at 11:30 a.m. The mass welcomes everyone. It's not too early and not too late.

Head on to the bowling alley where it is transformed into a chapel every Sunday morning. The community is small and friendly.

Can't get a table at Abe's? Come on Over to the Commons

In the neighborhood is a restaurant that serves delicious Lamb Spareribs Adobo (P375.00). It reminds me of the one at Abe's in Serendra but why would you drive all the way to The Fort when you can just walk on over to the Commons?

Another yummy dish is the Lechon Kawali Chips with Two Dipping Sauces (P250.00). It's your typical lechon kawali but slices thin like chips!

Now, the best treat is Beer Below Zero (P60.00) and free WIFI!

For the best service, look for Ed.

Address: G/F Manhattan Square, Valero Street (across Citibank)
Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Tel no: 8448939

Champagne Taste, Beer Pocketbook

Going out on a date but don't want to spend too much? Bring her to Brasserie Boheme. Good ambiance, good food, good service and best of all... good price points!

Brasserie Boheme offers a 3-course menu for Php 390.00 per head that consists of soup or salad, a main course and dessert. Their menu changes weekly but their price seems pegged at Php 390.00.

Today I tried the ala carte menu. I chose the Lamb Shank with Mushroom Risotto (Php 680.00). The menu said that this was good for two persons. It tasted really good but the portion was too much for one person but not enough for two. If I had ordered extra Mushroom Risotto, then the portion might have been just right!

The restaurant gets full on workdays, so I highly suggest you call to make a reservation.

Address: G/F Picasso, Leviste Street, Salcedo Village
Tel. no.: 828-1506
Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight

Free Chicken, What a Joy!!

Hey BPI Credit Card holders, have you tried claiming your FREE Chicken Joy? Don't go too far because there's a Jollibee at the corner of Valero and Villar Streets in our neighborhood.

Claiming your chicken meal is so simple. Just present your credit card voucher and the credit card used to make your purchase and voila!


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Up To 10% Discount on Property Taxes

It's time to take advantage of the tax discount offered in Makati. The Makati City government will grant at least five percent discount to taxpayers paying on a quarterly basis while a 10 percent cut rate awaits those paying on an annual basis.

To make it even more convenient, Fellow Salcedo Makati natives can make payments in Barangay Bel-Air! Hurry!

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A Dog's Prayer for the Brand New Year

Look around you and you'll notice that many Salcedo Village natives are not limited to the 2-legged variety. There are the 4-legged variety too.

Following is a very touching Dog's Prayer shared online by Tanya Ursual:

Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me.

Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your hand between the blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me do.

Speak to me often, for your voice is the world's sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footstep falls upon my waiting ear.

When it is cold and wet, please take me inside... for I am now a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements... and I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth... though had you no home, I would rather follow you through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the warmest home in all the land... for you are my god... and I am your devoted worshiper.

Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for although I should not reproach you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food, that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life, should your life be in danger.

And, beloved master, should the Great Master see fit to deprive me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest...and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands.

- Beth Norman Harris

My Green Playground

The Ayala Triangle Gardens is that patch of green surrounded by Paseo de Roxas, Ayala Avenue and Makati Avenue. It's the little oasis in this cement jungle called Makati. Joggers, strollers, kids running and dogs walking is a usual sight in the early morning hours and at the end of a busy day. It's a well-lit jogging path with security guards scattered all around... and it even has free WIFI!

Its gates open at 6:00 a.m. and shut at 10:00 p.m.

Breath easy Makati.

Who's Blowing Black Smoke?

Another weekend and as scheduled, black smoke soared to poison the air we breath. What can we do to keep the air in salcedo makati from this black smoke? Makati City, wake up!