Writer

Jezelle Aspiras

Written Articles

Food

The sacred space of Katipunan carinderia

TUCKED ALONG crowded thoroughfares and busy streets, carinderias are constant sanctuaries for many Filipinos amid the blur of city life. Behind their steam-filled counters and rich array of lutong bahay, they provide affordable and hearty food, alongside warmth, routine, and community within a shared space. In urban living, carinderias serve a central and enduring role […]

By Jezelle Aspiras, Alekxie Castaños and Aldea Hao

June 25, 2026

By Jezelle Aspiras, Alekxie Castaños and Aldea Hao • June 25, 2026

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Maybe waiting isn’t so bad

Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, Vantage Magazine staffer Jezelle reflects on how recent artists’ […]

By Jezelle Aspiras

March 28, 2026

By Jezelle Aspiras • March 28, 2026

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Tell us your love language and we’ll guess your nightmare date!

LOVE LANGUAGES shape the way we connect, but they can also be dealbreakers in relationships—turning a simple date into a minefield. A single gesture can cause the entire night to shift under your feet, like stepping on a hidden crack. What should feel effortless can quickly turn into a series of missteps when cues go […]

By Jezelle Aspiras and Haseena Montante

March 18, 2026

By Jezelle Aspiras and Haseena Montante • March 18, 2026