a quick visit down south-Calamba

Two fridays ago, after almost 4 years, I was back in Calamba....This one however, was very quick....

Time has certainly changed the city of Pepe.  This place, just cannot say no to urbanization or modernization (whatever...).. For one, another box-type SM Mall had sprouted. A friend told me that it was opened in 2010.....tagal na talaga. 

inside SM Calamba where I had my quick brunch

more dining options in Calamba...Yellow Cab is here...food was good, but they could do a lot better in service.....YCP is located in crossing Halang...I wanted to try the local fare but I was really in a hurry...

ohhhh dear darla, you really lived up to your reputation.....super like kita....

well charlie chan, you tasted strange,- sweet and spicy...you were a good try....but I'll stick to my pesto next time:)

We managed to drop by Pepe's place. Came in late for the 4:00 closing time, but we charmed the staff to let us in  (but not inside the house). I will not post the pic of the facade because it is  sooooo frustrating......just imagine...stone house painted green....what were they thinking.......grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr......change to PINK...PINK....PINK next year!!.

painting was the order of the time....entries for a contest displayed at the back of the house......i see promising ones.....

another landmark newly retouched.....these guys definitely need lesson in history/culture appreciation.....

the parish of St. John......never mind the interior...they had it also painted...

quick tip:

The coconut trees in Laguna/Quezon are sick. I have no idea what kind of disease is afflicting the trees. But definitely, it will greatly affect the coco farmers and others who are dependent on the "tree of life" for a living. It is during this time when our help is most needed ..... Let us buy more of Laguna/Quezon products.  I am sure that they've got other stuff to offer...