A Culture Shop - The Manila Collectible Co.

It's the start of the sembreak and the kids wanted to go out for the afternoon so we decided to go to Intramuros, which is a favorite of my girls. Before we left, I saw an FB post by Carlos Celdran about The Manila Collectible Co. (TMCC) and suggested we go there.

Right behind Manila Cathedral is The Manila Collectible Co. (TMCC), an interactive cultural space where they feature Philippine art, workshops, storytelling for kids, and interesting local gift and food items. They also have an event space on their rooftop with a view of Manila Cathedral and other buildings in Intramuros.

This is the first painting that you will see leading to the staircase entrance.

Their products are not the typical types seen in local Filipiniana shops. What I like about it is their infusion of culture in the arts and ethnic items.

Native costumes and handwoven fabrics

The place is kid friendly where the little ones can have fun with art or listen to storytelling time.

Kids' corner for painting pots

Paper craft

Mini Furniture

Juan Tamad Painting

Organic wine and unique wine stoppers

Various tea flavors

Tambol (native drums)

Pure chocolate

Banig (Native Mats)

Local version of espadrilles

Pana (Bows and Arrows)

Stationery

Women's accessories

Leather covered notebooks

Tobacco

Clay pots

Sungka - an old Filipino game

View of Manila Cathedral at the rooftop