Five things to do this Jan. 30 to Feb. 5

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines Life, Jan. 30) — This week, shop for furniture, book a dream travel destination for less, pay a visit to a newly-opened BGC museum, and try some new chocolate-flavored brand collaborations.

Stop by a furniture store’s pre-opening party

Launched in 2020, Studio Yakal is a furniture store that’s known for offering a wide selection of vintage pieces. This Feb. 4 to 5, they’re pre-opening their showroom in Legazpi St., Makati for guests to view some of their inventory (“some old, some new, all interesting!"), and sip some drinks from Kapitolyo cafe 1C Coffee. Follow them at @studioyakal for updates. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF

Book your dream trip at an annual travel expo

Revenge travel is up and swinging, and airlines, travel agencies, and tourism offices are stepping up to cater to travelers’ needs. From Feb. 3 to 5, you can get more discounts and deals on flights, tour packages, and other travel-related activities at the 30th PTAA TravelTour Expo happening at the SMX Convention Center Manila. The annual expo is known for offering travelers the best deals to visit their dream destinations, both locally and internationally. Perhaps now is the time to take that barkada trip out of the group chat. For more information, visit their Facebook page. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF

Try Merry Moo Ice Cream’s new collab with Auro Chocolate

A match made in dessert heaven — local ice cream maker Merry Moo has collaborated with tree-to-bar brand Auro Chocolate to create two new flavors. Starting Jan. 30, you can get a pint of the new Auro Chocolate Nibs ice cream. Merry Moo churned in some of Auro’s best selling 64% dark chocolate with nibs and 42% milk chocolate with nibs into two chocolate-creamy varieties. My personal pick is the Milk Chocolate with Nibs flavor; just the right amount of sweetness, with crisp cacao nibs adding crunch to every spoonful. — MARGA BUENAVENTURA

Merry Moo is available in SM Megamall, SM Aura, and SM Mall of Asia. Order online at merrymooicecream.com. Follow them on Instagram for more info on their newest flavors.

Pay a visit to the relocated Metropolitan Museum of Manila

While looking for new art spots to check out last week, a friend’s Instagram story pointed me to the Phantasmapolis x Manila exhibit at the newly opened Metropolitan Museum of Manila (known now as The M). The museum relocated from its original spot at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas complex along Roxas Boulevard in mid-2022 and is still in the process of renovation so only two sections are available for public viewing. Phantasmapolis x Manila is their first exhibit, held at the 3rd floor with select works from the 2021 Asian Art Biennial by Filipino contemporary artists like Mark Salvatus, Catalina Africa, and Alvin Zafra, whose works were displayed alongside artists from other regions of Asia. For more information on visiting guidelines, visit their Facebook page. — GABY GLORIA

Try the new KitKat x Krispy Kreme doughnut flavors

With Valentine’s Day a few weeks away, it’s fitting that OG doughnut-maker Krispy Kreme decided to partner up with chocolate breaktime partner KitKat for three limited edition flavors. Surprise your loved ones with the sweetest package — a box of Milk Choco Crisp, hand-dipped in KitKat chocolate spread, the Choco Swirl Cake, a cake doughnut dipped in white chocolate and drizzled with a milk chocolate swirl and topped with a KitKat, and White Chocolate Kreme Filled, a classic kreme-filled confection stuffed with a KitKat, dipped in white chocolate, and topped with dark chocolate and caramel. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF