Kissako Uji Matcha Cafe

I finally had the chance of trying this place out. Since I've discovered the wonders of matcha, I'm always open in trying different matcha dishes/drinks.

Kissako Uji Matcha Cafe is located at Kapitolyo, Pasig. You can take a tricycle from Boni station to get here.

The place is a bit small..

and untidy

THE MENU

It's a dessert place. They have hot and cold drinks and very few sandwhiches. Matcha Ramen is probably the only heavy meal in the menu. So unless you want to try Matcha Ramen, it's not a good idea to go here if you're really hungry. Otherwise you'll be disappointed.

Matcha Ramen PHP200

The noodles is made using matcha I think but tastes bland for me. The soup is miso based. The pork was okay. It tastes okay for the price but not something I'd really crave for.

For the drinks, we tried their best sellers.

Iced Matcha Latte PHP140

My friend says it tastes like "halaman" (plant). Which I think was just fair since matcha is made from ground tea leaves.

Iced Choco Hojica PHP140

Ice blended Dark Chocolate and Matcha.

The matcha taste was strong but not too much. It's just right.

Hot Matcha Latte PHP160

90% milk and 10% matcha, even if you mix it well you can barely taste any matcha. Okay I"ll give points for the cute artwork. :)

K, Thanks, Bye XD

No really, it was a nice place to try, but not a place I'd frequent if you know what I mean. If you're into matcha, well it's a nice place to try. ^_^

Rub Ribs & BBQ

I'm not really a fan of ribs but we've been here twice in a month so that has to mean something :)

According to their menu, Rub has 3 branches, QC, Pasig and Makati. Since I'm from QC it makes sense that we have already tried 2 of their branches.. first in Makati and second in Pasig. XD

Their Makati branch is a bit bigger with lots of cute stuff/frames on the wall.

THE MENU

(same for both branches)

Super Duo PHP340

1 rack of Ribs and 2 Sides

Buffalo Chicken Wings PHP260

This is what I ordered since this is a ribs place ^_^

Needless to say it was good. I got to taste the ribs too and it tastes good even without the sauce. I think I like this better than Racks'.

Their Buffalo Chicken served with blue cheese was yummy too.

Servings from the Pasig Branch

Super Duo PHP340

1 rack of Ribs and 2 Sides

Family Brunch PHP720

2 racks of Ribs and 3 Sides

Busog Lusog while watching #ALDUBEBTamangPanahon

Search for the best long lasting lipstick :*

I hate retouching so I have always been in search of a lip stick/tint that's long lasting, won't smudge and stick to just about anything.

I hate it when I drink from a glass or a mug or whatever and I see my lipstick all over the glass.

I hate it when I drink or eat and my lipstick is already gone.

I've tried the following lippies to help you guys decide which is the best one:

Wet and Wild Megalast Lipstick

Bought it for PHP210 from Fleur Shop at Robinsons Malolos

Also available at shopatmakeupholics.com

Spiked with Rum

shameless office selfie after drinking coffee.. lipstick's still there

after dinner lipstick's still there but slowly fading

Pros
It's cheap
It's matte but doesn't feel dry
I love the color and it comes in various other shades.
It leaves a tint so yeah it does last pretty well for a lipstick
Availability

Cons

It smudges
It sticks all over the place very messy
Shelf life is 3 months

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream
8ml

Bought it for PHP280 each from shopatmakeupholics.com

PHP390 at NYX stores

Cannes and Amsterdam

Cannes

We are both wearing Amsterdam but as you can see the color pay off is different.

This is how Cannes looks like at the end of the day. I repeat Cannes not Amsterdam.

A few thoughts about nyx soft matte lip cream

I bought 2 shades and 5 of my friends also bought their own. 

3 of us bought Amsterdam (I think it's the best selling color). 2 out of 3 (me being the exception) find it long lasting and non-drying and I can really see that because they use it. I on the other hand feel it's drying at the end of the day and can't stand not putting chapsticks on top to keep my lips hydrated. Though the color does last long.

Me wearing Amsterdam and my friend wearing Athens after eating a minor league popcorn and lemon juice.

2 of my friends bought the lighter shades namely Athens and Buenos Aires. The color doesn't last long for both of them. I don't know if it has something to do with the lighter shade but yeah it doesn't last long for them. You can even see some clumps for the Athens shade.

I just felt I needed to share their experiences too. I gues what I'm trying to say is the results vary from case to case so don't be afraid to try until you find the right one (and we're still talking about lipstick here don't get any other ideas XD)

Pros

It's pretty cheap
It's matte
The application is easy and smooth
I love the color
It lasts even after you drink or eat
Availability
Shelf life is 18months

Cons

I don't know if you can see the faint lipstick marks but there's a small amount.

Smudges and transfers a bit but considerably better than Wet n Wild Megalast
Feels dry at the edges at the end of the day

Swatch Comparison

From left to right: 

Wet n Wild Megalast in Spiked with Rum (dark)

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Cannes (in between)

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Amsterdam (red)

LA Splash Lip Couture

Bought it for PHP550 (with shipping fee) at Shopee

Seller: summersbeautyonlineshop

Pardon the oiliness I was excited so I tried it on as soon as I received it. First impression it wrinkles a lot.

I was perfectly happy with my NYX soft matte lip creams when a friend asked if I've already tried the LA Splash Lip Couture. The curious bloke that I am, I researched and found good reviews about the product. So naturally I bought one to appease my curiosity and for the sake of my peace of mind. If there's something better out there and I have the means to try it why not take a shot right? XD

At the end of the day, the inner part is gone leaving just a circle of lipstick on the outer part. It doesn't transfer like regular lipstick but it does transfer in crumbs. Knowing that I can eat and drink those crumbs ughh.. x_x

Pros

Doesn't smudge
Doesn't transfer
Shelf Life is 2 years

Cons
Availability
Expensive
Smells like paint
Crinkles a lot
Drying
Crumbles (you know what I mean)

Rimmel London Provocalips
4ml

Bought it for PHP370 (with shipping fee) at Shopee

Seller: summersbeautyonlineshop

While I was looking for the LA Splash Lip Couture I also came accross Rimmel London Provocalips. I have heard good reviews about it before but somehow the glossy finish puts me off. But I decided to try it as well for the sake of my sanity.

It's glossy alright

Pros

Doesn't smudge
Has a top coat to seal the color in
Shelf life is 1 year

Cons
Availability
Smells like paint
Glossy (and looks like there's some shimmering thingies too) I'm not one for sparkles so I'm adding it as a con
It's sticky. It just stopped being sticky when I applied the coat.
I can smell the coat after application so it feels like I can taste it too which is not a good feeling.
It peels.

At the end of the day. It started to peel of like crazy when I was eating :(

Left: LA Splash Lip Couture in Latte Confession

Right: Rimmel London Provocalips in Make Your Move

added the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Cannes for shade comprison (left most)

Verdict
I honestly think the WetnWild Megalast Lipstick is a good choice and you can't go wrong with it (if you don't mind transfers and smudges). It has a cheap price and good quality but I don't think it's fair to compare it with the lip tints. So I'm gonna leave it out of comparison.

I'm pretty happy with all the shades (dark-reddish barely there colors) I purchased so they're all equal in that regard. Though my sister said LA Splash was more on the pinkish side.

Application wise, I'll give it to NYX because it's creamy so it glides smoothly and not sticky compared with the other two. Worst for me was the Rimmel London Provocalips.

With the scent, I'll give it to NYX because it doesn't smell like paint. Though you wouldn't really notice the smell once it's applied. Again worst smell goes to Rimmel London Provocalips.

Okay when I say worst, I mean worst of the 3 not worst as in horrible okay? But you already know that so..

LA Splash gets pigmentation,it's so matte that it highlights the lines in my lips a lot next would be NYX and last is Rimmel London.

The feel on your lips, Rimmel gets this one. I feel like it's the least drying, next is NYX and worst is LA Splash.

Longevity, they all last long compared to regular lipstick and can all withstand a drink and a meal but what matters for me is "how" they fade. In this regard, I like NYX better because it doesn't crumble or peel off like the other two and you can reapply it easily.

I'm pretty dissappointed with LA Splash Lip Couture and Rimmel London Provacalips. They had such good reviews but I guess you can't please everybody and I happen to be one of them. My lips are naturally dry so maybe it's just me. Obviously, I'm sticking with NYX. I really tried and gave the other two a chance, trying it with chapsticks to relieve the dryness but it fades easily. The best way to apply them is with bare and clean lips. They last longer that way.

Also, with long lasting lipsticks, comes the problem of removing them..long lasting remeber? :) You'd need a make up remover or oil to remove them properly. So you might want to think of that one too.

1. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Cannes2. Rimmel London Provocalips in Make your Move
3. LA Splash Lip Couture in Latte Confession
4. WetnWild Megalast in Spiked with Rum
Which one's your bet? :)