Christian Bautista's MTV for his love song "Kalan Pa Ma'y Ikaw" was shot entirely in Marikina with the colorful facades clearly shown in the background. The video shows Christian walking in front of the houses interacting with the people while singing.
May 22, 2009
Kalan Pa Ma'y Ikaw MTV Features Dutch Marikina
Dutch Marikina is part of Industrial Valley and where the stretch of the Marikina Riverbanks road leading to C5 depicts a long colorful facade of housefronts which are similar to that of the Dutch, hence its name.
May 19, 2009
17th National Youth Congress on Drug Prevention Education
The Marikina City Government supports the 17th National Young Congress on Drug Prevention Education.
The delegates were welcomed at the Marikina Hotel and Convention Center. The 4 day event will be from May 19 - 22, 2009. A motorcade went around Marikina to announce the said event.
To all delegates, enjoy your stay in Marikina !
May 18, 2009
May 16, 2009
Johnny's Chicken - The Fried of Marikina
There are a lot of restaurants that specialize in chicken. There's the ever-popular Max's, there's Kenny Rogers Roasters named after the famous country singer, there's the likes of Mang Inasal, Chicken Inasal and Bacolod Chicken that specialize in inasal. Then there's Andoks, Baliwag and Sr. Pedros that specialize in lechon manok.
As for Marikina, there's a homegrown restaurant that is proud to mention its roots that it included it in it's restaurant's name: Johnny's Chicken - The Fried of Marikina.
Their specialty of course, is chicken. You can't compare it with other brands and flavors of chicken cause it has it's own unique taste. Aside from serving whole chickens, you can sample a piece with their various meals which include rice and drinks.
I personally like the taste of their chicken. It's not as big as other restaurant servings but the taste is justifiable enough to order 2nds. I'd recommend getting a 2 piece chicken or 1/2 chicken for your stomach's enjoyment.
Johnny's has 3 branches up to date: right within Marikina Public Market along W. Paz St., (beside Krung Thai), one inside the Marikina Riverbanks Mall and one in Pasig City at the corner of Amang Rodriguez Ave. and Benito Soliven Ave.
Taste the Fried of Marikina, Johnny's Chicken.
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May 15, 2009
Mr. Softy
Mr. Softy, one of the popular soft-served ice creams around is based in Marikina City. Their office is located along Katipunan Road near the intersection leading to Strip 70. You won't be able to buy ice cream there since it's an office. But you could inquire there if you want to franchise or conduct business with them.
May 10, 2009
McDonalds Has A Home In Marikina
One of the branches of McDonalds in Marikina is right beside the Marikina Sports Center. When McDonalds was first built here, a new street between it and the Sports Center was formed. Since the new street that sandwiched the two establishments didn't have any name, it was formally named "McDonald Avenue".
Since then, this has been one of the busiest streets in Marikina. This road connects Sumulong Highway and the City Hall of Marikina. During the mornings, people who go in and out of the Sports Center for their morning exercises around the track and field, pass through this street as the entrance is situated in front of this street. During the day, several passenger tricycles and city vehicles pass by as well. During major events like concerts, prayer rallies and sports competitions held inside the Marikina Sports Center, this road serves as the entrance to the venue. The Marikina doll museum is also located along this road.
McDonalds also has a separate venue at the back good for kiddie parties and seminars.
The road that took the name of a fastfood franchise is now part of Marikina's map.
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May 6, 2009
Let's Build A Church Concert
St. Paul of the Cross Parish in SSS Village has been actively helping out the Sto. Domingo Parish, Talim Island, Binangonan Rizal. During Sunday mass, representatives of the Parish come to SSS Village to spread awareness of their parish and current state. They sell fishes which is part of the livelihood of the people in Talim Island.
This time, with the support of Darwin Hernandez of Soupstar Entertainment, a fund raiser entitled "Let's Build A Church" will be held on May 6, 2009 at the St. Paul of the Cross church grounds. Darwin, also a resident and part of the parish, will be organizing the event and bringing in the popular rock bands that Soupstar Entertainment manages. 6cyclemind, Imago, Sandwich, Pedicab, Callalily, Paraluman, Duster, Protein Shake, Manibela, Ernville, Aurora and Blue Ketchup are all set to perform in this concert for a good cause.
Tickets are sold at P150. each. All proceeds will go to the rehabilitation of Sto. Domingo Parish, Talim Island, Binangonan Rizal. Tickets are available at the Parish office. For inquiries, call 0906-5825470 or 0915-8619056.
May 1, 2009
Biksa Coffee Turns 1
Biksa Coffee, one of the premium coffee shops in Marikina, is celebrating their 1st anniversary. And as their way of saying thanks, they are offering a 1st anniversay treat to all patrons.
From May 1 til May 7, 2009, Biksa Coffee will be giving away 7 prvilege cards each day, 7% discount everyday for 7 days. The 7% discount applies to minimum purchases of P250. and above.
If you haven't visited Biksa Coffee, now is the perfect chance to try them out.
Biksa Coffee is located at 18 Gil Fernando Avenue corder Dragon Street (just behind BDO).
For more information, visit their website at http://biksacoffee.com
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