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Tired of the new rules, Carmina closed her Google Maps account — what pushed her over the edge?

It’s been months since Carmina last posted on her Google Maps. I started doing it just for fun, exploring new places to dine and travel, and sharing those spots with others. Back in 2017, I wasn’t even blogging yet. Over the years, I received numerous email updates about changes, but in September, the removal of followers on Google Maps felt particularly strange. There’s no point in complaining about it. I decided not to close my account, as it wasn’t an option, but I did delete all the photos I had contributed over the years. I have fond memories of seeing which photos were popular and had hoped to share them with you. It was surprising to see how many views my pictures had accumulated. While deleting them, I noticed that many restaurants and bakeries no longer exist, with some marked as unknown on the map. Most of my photos were from the pandemic period, a time when I could fully express myself and write about the food I enjoyed. Let's take a trip down memory lane with Carmina th...

Frozen Mango Dragonfruit and Blue Lemonade from Auntie Anne's

  We know summer is approaching in the Philippines when you see a sign board serving Frozen Lemonade. The best thing if you don't like the pure lemonade there is a way to try with another fruit. I decided to try their Mango Dragonfruit from  Auntie Anne's  in UP Town Center. Mango Dragonfruit is on the sour side, yet it is frozen can cool you down from the climate of the Philippines. If you want the typical Blue Lemonade and Lemonade they also have it. Each mixed frozen lemonade is for 165.00 pesos ($3.06) not including vat for 12%. Auntie Anne's had samples of their new Blueberry Cheesecake Pretzel. It was good not too sweet. I wasn't really after the pretzel only wanted something to drink. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for Frozen Lemonade from Auntie Anne's in UP Town Center. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!