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Wondering how to give your favorite luxury bag a second life? These restoration spots in the Philippines might just be your best-kept secret.

If you're looking to restore your designer bags to their former glory in the Philippines, especially around Metro Manila, Mom Violy can recommend E Restore Leatherworks for affordable price. Mom Violy went to visit E Restore on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, with Carmina. Getting a Louis Vuitton bag repaired—especially the shoulder strap—can be tricky and pricey, so finding a reliable place like E Restore Leatherwork in Greenhill's is a win. They’re known for handling luxury items with care, and it’s great to hear Mom Violy had a positive experience. One-week turnaround for a luxury bag repair—especially with color-matching the shoulder strap—is quite efficient. And ₱4,000 for restoring a Louis Vuitton piece sounds like a fair deal, considering how meticulous that kind of work can be. Mom Violy said she can bring all her Louis Vuitton and still be original. Mom Violy also purchased some cream to take care of her bags purchasing at  E Restore Leatherworks . Price may varies depe...

Carmina's French Beans Recipe

 

Carmina wanted to explore by trying something new to cook. I went to the grocery store while I was there doing some errands.

I had random picked some French beans that was sold by weight and pre-packed in the fresh vegetables for 33.00 pesos ($0.59).

Carmina's French Beans Recipe

Ingredients:

  • Pack of French Beans
  • 1 Tbsp. Butter (any brand)
  • 3 Cloves Garlic (chopped)
  • Onion (chopped)
  • Patis (based on your taste)
  • 1/4 Cup Water
Cooking:

I used a small sauce pot added the butter let it melt adding the garlic, onion sauté. 
Some people would boil the French beans ahead of time. I didn't do it that way since I felt it can be cooked by adding small amount of water. 
I wanted my French beans to be crispy.
I had seasoned by adding the patis and in a few minutes everything with be cooked.

Served with rice and add any type of meat.

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