Bantayan, Cebu, Family, Parenting, Philippines

“Salamat Bantayan!” the First video postcard of Mr Attila Jr, 4 yo!

Fellow travelers and expats, have you too experienced this strange feeling when you are leaving a place? Leaving the great friends behind, those streets that are now so familiar .. Leaving reminds us what we can be part with and what we can’t. Filipinos have been very kind to our family. Never before had we met such friendly and smily people. For a Parisian like … Continue reading “Salamat Bantayan!” the First video postcard of Mr Attila Jr, 4 yo!

esteleaMay 30, 2017August 30, 201722 Comments

Bantayan, Cebu, expatriation, Family, Parenting, Philippines, yoga

Summer School in Bantayan

It is summer break in our side of the world, so hot that the only options are to live it like a Pinoy: wandering in airconed malls or run away to the nearest beach. Lucky us, we can escape roasting Cebu (40 degrees today!) and retreat in Bantayan for another 2 weeks. Here is a glimpse of our life here, in case you want to join … Continue reading Summer School in Bantayan

esteleaMay 4, 2017May 17, 201719 Comments

Bantayan, Cebu, Family, Philippines, Photo Challenge

This strong desire to travel and explore

Behind me is infinite power Before me is endless possibility Around me is boundless opportunity Graduation is over, we are finally out of the husle and bustle of dusty Cebu ! Last month in the Philippines before we move to new adventures .. Among the places we ve visited and loved most, BAntayan stands number 1. Here is a little preview of the album I am cooking … Continue reading This strong desire to travel and explore

esteleaApril 28, 2017May 8, 201713 Comments

Cebu, Culture shock, expatriation, Family, Philippines

A “little” pica pica

In the Philippines, pica pica means “something that stimulates your appetite, and makes you want to come back for more“. Like our French apero, but a little more .. energy dense! In the Philippines, there is no such thing as light or modernist cuisine. In the Philippines, people take their food portions very seriously. Families love to gather in restaurants, so the portions are usually big. … Continue reading A “little” pica pica

esteleaApril 4, 2017April 18, 201717 Comments

Cebu, meet the neighbors, Parenting, Philippines

“Cebu” like Santo Niño, dried mangoes and .. French jewelry!

Are you one of those wet blanket who can’t appreciate a nice piece of jewelry without wondering “who made it and under which conditions?” Especially when the beautiful bracelet has traveled all the way from a developing country? I am!I can’t help it. My obsession with responsible business has worsened since I became a Mum. From food to clothes, even earrings, I need to know how it … Continue reading “Cebu” like Santo Niño, dried mangoes and .. French jewelry!

esteleaMarch 6, 2017March 20, 201719 Comments

Bantayan, expatriation, Inspiration, learn French, Parenting, Philippines, Photo Challenge

Repurposing on the road, Filipino Style

Spend some times in the Philippines and you’ll very soon realise that the sky is the limit when it comes to make the best with what you have. Creativity doesn’t need money to express itself at best. Your motorbike is too small to fit 6 passengers? Take a basket ball to make an additional seat! Wish you could fit 4 more kids on your bike? Here … Continue reading Repurposing on the road, Filipino Style

esteleaFebruary 1, 2017February 6, 201719 Comments

Cebu, Culture shock, Me, Philippines

The secret of my weight loss? living in the Philippines!

Don’t get me wrong: Living in the Philippines is great! awesome people, places, everlasting summer … But there is one thing I ll never get used to, it’s the food! For a vegetarian like me, Filipino food is a nightmare. It’s still very hard to find something without meat, and on top of that, I don’t like rice and I try to avoid any kind … Continue reading The secret of my weight loss? living in the Philippines!

esteleaDecember 7, 2016December 16, 201621 Comments

Cebu, Family, Parenting, Philippines, Uncategorized

A Birthday party with flying (Yogi!) colours

“Do you want to invite your friends for your Bday this year? We could organise a little party” asked the enthusiastic Mum “Mercy me Mum, clowns are so ugly and I hate loud music and stupid games, you know that” replied the quiet Swiss daughter “How about flying yoga then ?” offered the inspired Yogi Mum “Super cool! avec des crêpes!” It started like a … Continue reading A Birthday party with flying (Yogi!) colours

esteleaOctober 11, 2016October 18, 201621 Comments

Cebu, Expat, Family, My 2 cents worth, Parenting, Paris, Philippines, ReblogWednesday, Spread the word

If only The Brangelina had chosen the Expat life

Who would dream of the glamorous of Hollywood when you can have it all for free without the stress in the Philippines? You just need 2 blonde kids with curly hair and long eyelashes and tatatata, paparazzi will be all around you. “Can I take a selfie with your handsome son M’am?” “Oh beautiful girl, I love your golden hair. Picture! Picture!“. We are now famous in … Continue reading If only The Brangelina had chosen the Expat life

esteleaSeptember 21, 2016September 30, 201638 Comments

Bantayan, expatriation, Family, Parenting, Philippines, Photo Challenge

Home schooling kind of morning

Since their Dad’s office has been moved to Bantayan island (6 hours away from us), we try to visit him every couple of months. The Attilas’ school has been very understanding, giving us all the homework we would need so the kids won’t feel left behind when they’ll resume school. Mornings are the best times to go out and explore, so we have our special … Continue reading Home schooling kind of morning

esteleaAugust 11, 2016August 31, 201623 Comments