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Jep
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Foodie, fur parent, traveler, photography enthusiast.
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Pork belly roll with crackling skin cooked in an air fryer oven with rotisserie function. Something to try for the holiday feasts. #porkbelly #lechonbelly #airfryerrecipes
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[HowTo] Pork Belly Roll with Crackling Skin Cooked in an Airfryer Oven with Rotisserie Function
I've always wanted to try making one of those pork belly rolls with the bubbly crackling and the flavorful interior. I have successfully mad...
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December 30, 2025 at 8:42 AM
This stack of books is a monument to her curiosity, her imagination, and the quiet joy she found in stories.  

#bookcollection 

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A Legacy in Pages: My Mother’s Bookshelf and Our Shared Love for Reading
Bookshelf. Flickr/Jep I stare at the overstuffed, floor-to-ceiling bookshelf in the bedroom. This used to be my mother’s bedroom. One wall i...
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December 22, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Thinking of raising jalapeños next. I wonder if they can thrive in the Philippines' climate.

#chilipeppers

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My Chili Pepper Garden
Siling labuyo.  Jep | Flickr Siling pansigang.siling haba.  Jep | Flickr I've been expanding the varieties in my pepper plant garden. So f...
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December 20, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Zarcreme isn’t just a café, it’s a whole vibe. Constructed from repurposed container vans stacked on top of each other, it is a space for people who appreciate good coffee, warm service, and the luxury of quiet moments. #peaceandquiet #IloiloCity
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[Review] Zarcreme Coffee: Iloilo’s Hidden Sanctuary for Quiet Indulgence
Zarcreme Coffee.  Jepster | Flickr Tucked away in a quiet stretch of the coastal road leading to Leganes, Zarcreme Coffee is what I’d call a...
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December 19, 2025 at 8:05 AM
I am genuinely happy that there are more and more coffee hangout places in Iloilo City. Located at the heart of the city, just in front of City Hall and Plaza Libertad. #coffeehangout #coffeeandcake #libertadcafeandrestaurant 

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[Review] Libertad: Cafe + Restaurant - Aesthetic Charm with a Culinary Identity Crisis?
3 of my friends, including myself, have birthdays this month (December), so we thought we'd jointly celebrate by having coffee and cake some...
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December 19, 2025 at 7:44 AM
My favorite congee is the one with pork floss and century egg. Drizzle a bit of roasted sesame oil and garnish with chopped spring onions and crunchy garlic bits.🤤
#cravings #congee #comfortfood
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In Search of Comfort: Craving for Congee
Comfort in a bowl. Congee. Photos by  Jep | Flickr Lately, I’ve been having cravings, mostly for food I can’t seem to find here in my hometo...
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December 18, 2025 at 7:25 AM
It takes about a week to do this ham recipe from scratch. There is still time before the Christmas and New Year feasts to try it out. I have experimented with 2 flavors. #homecooking #lutongbahay #nochebuena

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[Howto] Filipino-style Fiesta Glazed Ham
A slice of the finished ham. I should probably tweak the cooking time as it turned out a bit on the tough side and a bit dry. I've always wa...
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December 16, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Graciano López Jaena (1856–1896) - a Filipino journalist, reformist, and national hero. Born in Jaro, Iloilo, López Jaena remains a source of pride for the city, and his monument stands as a reminder of his legacy.  #infraredphotography 

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Graciano Lopez Jaena Park in Infrared - Jaro District, Iloilo City, Philippines
Infrared Photograph of the Graciano López Jaena Monument Whenever I want to test new photography equipment, one of my favorite spots for ...
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December 11, 2025 at 7:22 AM
It's that time of the year again. No, I don't mean the Christmas season. I meant paying real property taxes at the end of the year. 🥲

It's beginning to look a lot like... Taxes. Lalalala. #realpropertytaxes

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Real Property Tax Payment Reminder
This is just a friendly reminder for all you property-owning people out there to go ahead and pay your taxes while it is early. Most LGUs of...
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December 11, 2025 at 6:45 AM
End-of-support for perfectly functioning devices can be infuriating. It's not even due to the business closing down - they just decided to terminate support for their companion app for the entire country (PH). #endofsupport #obsolescence

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Reclaiming My Diabetes Data with Tidepool
I was surprised when the companion app for my blood glucose meter suddenly stopped working. At first, I thought it had just logged me out of...
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December 10, 2025 at 6:53 AM
I'm diving head-on into the fascinating world of self-hosted services and self-managed home labs. If you are just starting a home lab, what route would you take? #selfhosting #homelabs
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In Search for a Budget Mini PC for my Home Lab
Lately, I’ve become obsessed with the idea of self-hosted solutions  to reduce my reliance on cloud platforms, whether subscription-based ...
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December 9, 2025 at 6:35 AM
Bread Basket - A Cozy Brunch Spot in Iloilo City. Aside from the tempting pastries, it is actually a decent restaurant. #breadbasket

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[Review] Bread Basket - A Cozy Brunch Spot in Iloilo City
Bread Basket: Bakery, Cafe, and Restaurant.  Jep | Flickr Review : Bread Basket, Iloilo City  Category : Western/Filipino Cuisine At first g...
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October 1, 2025 at 8:43 AM
A great tool for eBook format conversion, metadata and thumbnail management, library organization, and even manages eBook transfers to your reader. A must-have tool for eBook reader enthusiasts. #calibre #eBook 

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Calibre: The Ultimate Tool for Mastering Your Digital Library
The Calibre program interface.  Jep | Flickr I have loved reading books even at a young age, and my book collection has grown over the years...
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September 26, 2025 at 9:14 AM
I'm currently evaluating apps and tools that can replace the functionality of cloud-based services. Syncthing is a tool that synchronizes folders across different devices. Supports multiple platforms and has file versioning. #syncthing 

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Decentralized Syncing with Syncthing: How It Stacks Up Against Cloud Solutions
An image depicting syncing across multiple devices. Generated using Copilot. One of the great advantages of cloud-based solutions is their...
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August 13, 2025 at 6:44 AM
There are hidden risks associated with being overly dependent on cloud-connected gadgets and services. #cloud #gadgets #endofsupport #obsolescence

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When the Cloud Fades: The Hidden Risks of Cloud-Connected Gadgets
Every end of the quarter, I normally collate all of my medical data in anticipation of my quarterly remote consultation with my endocrinolog...
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August 10, 2025 at 8:36 AM
We tried Broth N Bowls in Festive Walk, Megaworld Compound in Manduriao, Iloilo City. I was disappointed that they didn't have the unlimited dim sum when we visited, but otherwise, it was a great experience! #dimsum #hotpot #restaurantreview

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[Review] Broth N Bowls: Hotpot, Grill, and Good Company in Iloilo City
Broth N Bowls in Iloilo City.  Jep | Flickr Located at Festive Walk in the Megaworld Complex, Mandurriao, Iloilo City, Broth N Bowls had bee...
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August 8, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Don't let the cutesy facade fool you. This anime tackles complex psychological themes. I've been having this discussion with a friend about what he thinks should be the proper age restriction for such shows.

#watchrecommendation #anime 

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Watch Recommendation: Takopi's Original Sin
These are not your kid’s cartoons. Takopi’s Original Sin , or simply Takopi, may visually present itself with a childish and cheerful art st...
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July 31, 2025 at 6:54 AM
Run free Short-tailed Small Kuting. You have fought valiantly, but it's time to rest, and when you reach the place beyond the rainbow bridge, run to your heart's content.

#rainbowbridge #kitten

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Nursing a Kitten Back to Health: The Story of Short-tailed Small Kuting
Short-tailed Small Kuting.  Jep | Flickr When Stubby Tail, one of our neighborhood’s community cats, gave birth in the garden, one kitten im...
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July 25, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Spay and Neuter program of Iloilo City is resuming from a brief hiatus. Registration starts on July 2nd. 😸 #SpayandNeuter #kapon 

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Iloilo City Resumes Free Spay and Neuter Program for Pets
After a temporary pause due to anesthesia supply issues, the Iloilo City Veterinary Office has resumed its free spay and neuter services ...
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June 30, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Definitely a must-try if you are in Iloilo City. A good representation of what the Iloilo food scene has to offer. #iloilofoodtrip 

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[Review] Bugoy’s Seafood Restaurant: Ilonggo Cuisine with a Seaside Charm
Bugoy's seaside alfresco seating area. Photos are by Flickr/Jep . Bugoy's Seafood Restaurant, located on Coastal Road, Jaro, Iloilo City, is...
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June 2, 2025 at 7:10 AM