If you are searching for cafes to work in within Tarlac City, this article is for you. I've listed down my favorite work-friendly cafes in Tarlac City that you can check out.

I know I speak for a lot of people when I say that working outside your home or office is very productive. That's why I've created this article and listed down the best working cafes in Tarlac City. I've known a lot of remote workers and I myself enjoy doing personal stuff on a weekend sipping a cold drink at a cafe.

Working at a cafe improves productivity levels compared to working in your house. New ambiance, comfy chairs, different surroundings, foods, and drinks.

Usually, on weekends, I go out and work in cafes to cut the monotonous work. More often than not, I see friends and colleagues in cafes who are there to also do some work.

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Internet Speed in Tarlac City

The internet speed in Tarlac City depends on a few factors, some of these are the location and internet provider. For mobile users, Tarlac City is already a 5G city so if you are out and happened to dine in a non-wifi cafe your data can be a life savior.

The average internet speed is around 92mbps for download speed and 95mbps for upload speed.

Best Internet Provider in Tarlac City

Tarlac City is a well-developed city, and most parts already have a strong connection. The top two internet providers in Tarlac City are Converge and PLDT.

Traffic in Tarlac City

Traffic in Tarlac City is bad, especially during rush hours. Traffic is caused by road repairs, floods, and the number of private vehicles.

If you're from the south and are traveling to the city center, avoid rush hours in these areas to prevent you from being stuck in traffic for a minimum of 1 hour.

These areas are usually traffic, especially in rush hours: Creston to Sta. Monica Subdivision, San Sebastian-Getha intersection, SM City Tarlac, Siesta, Citywalk, Cathedral.

7 Work-friendly Cafes in Tarlac City

1. Urban Brew Cafe

Address: Terazza Bldg., 30 Romulo Blvd, Tarlac City
Wifi: Available
Can charge your device: Yes

Photo: Urban Brew

Urban Brew is one of the oldest cafes in Tarlac City and it is very work-friendly. This is one of the first cafes that I've frequented every weekend to destress from my admin work to do personal stuff like creating blogs and just musing. They are open from 10:00AM - 09:00PM

This cafe is very cozy, with different kinds of seats and tables to choose from. There are areas with electric sockets where you can charge your devices. This is one of the best cafes to work in within Tarlac City

Their food is also good. My go-to order is their YP1 combo which is a combination of alfredo pasta, fries, and a sip. You can also try their buko-spring roll, this is one of the best for me. For the pastry, tres leches cake is a must-try.

2. Cush Lounge

Address: 2nd Floor, Citywalk Mall, San Roque, Tarlac City
Wifi: Available
Can charge your device: Yes

Photo: Cush Lounge

Cush Lounge is located inside a local mall so time is a bit constraining since it's mall hours only, 10:00AM - 07:00PM. This place is a work-friendly cafe located in the center of Tarlac City. 

This cafe is a paid co-working space. You have to pay additional for every hour stayed inside since they already have a dessert buffet stand that comes with your stay.

You can stay and enjoy their place with a purchase of drinks and an hourly stay fee. 

3. Sulo

Address: 222, Brgy Ligtasan, Tarlac City
Wifi: Available
Can charge your device: Yes

Photo: Sulo

Sulo is a work-friendly cafe in Tarlac City just along McArthur Highway. It is a quaint cafe that is more industrial in design. The seats are not that comfortable so it's not really good for those who have back problems.

The food they serve is also vegan, and the pastries are the bomb. For rice meals, their garlic tapa is a must-try, while for drinks, their Matcha Latte is a good one. All of their pastries are good but a must-try is their croissant and blueberry burnt cheesecake.

4. TeaCoff Klatch

Address: Bypass Road, Tarlac City
Wifi: Available
Can charge your device: Yes

Photo: TeaCoff Klatch

TeaCoff Klatch is not just a nice work-friendly cafe in Tarlac City, it is also a nice place to hang out with friends since it has a pool table. It is located on Bypass Road, Fairlane and is open from 10:00 AM-09:00 PM.

Since it is a nice hangout place, you might be worried about noise but rest assured that the place has an area far from the pool table so you can't be really bothered. Also, for meetings and events they have an area that can be converted and used for private functions.

Their menu is a bit expensive but the place is nice.

5. Flower's Republic Cafe

Address: Unit A201, The Capital Building, Bypass Road, Tarlac City, Tarlac
Wifi: Available
Can charge your device: Yes

Photo: Flower's Republic Cafe

Flower's Republic Cafe is a pretty new cafe but it is gaining popularity already, their Champorado Chocolate Dome went viral recently. It is along Bypass Fairlane and is open from 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM.

This cafe is located on the second floor of a building and is loft-style, with few seating on the first floor. It has a fast internet connection and you can plug your device if needed.

For food, their Teri No Teriyaki is a must-try together with their strawberry-matcha latte. They also serve pastries and even flowers! The owner of this cafe is a florist with an events business so you'll see different flowers as well which you can buy.

6. Starbucks

Address:
Wifi: Not Available
Can charge your device: Yes

When working outside, internet connection is always a concern, and Starbucks doesn't have wifi. But Starbucks is still a great place to work in. Starbucks SM City Tarlac opens at 09:00AM, while Starbucks Lusita opens at 08:00AM.

Some seats have power outlets where you can charge your devices and their drinks and food are great. When I need very early morning work to do, Starbucks is one top of my options to go to. Both branches are accessible too.

7. Betty's Native Cake Cafe

Address: Zamora Street, San Roque, Tarlac City
Wifi: Available
Can charge your device: Unknown

Photo: Betty's Native Cake Cafe

Another cafe in Tarlac where you can work is Betty's Native Cake Cafe, located at San Roque, Tarlac City. The cafe is giving Bridgerton a vibe with its colorful interior.

The place has wifi and serves one of Tarlac's best native cakes! They also have beverages and rice meal and other Filipino foods.

Regular exercise, especially running, is often labeled as a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle.

Not only does it improve cardiovascular fitness and help manage weight, but it also provides other health benefits, including reducing the risk of various diseases.

In this blog post, we'll explore some diseases you're less likely to encounter if you incorporate running into your routine.

1. Cardiovascular Diseases

Cardiovascular diseases, including heart disease and stroke, are among the leading causes of death worldwide.

Regular running strengthens the heart, improves circulation, and helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

By reducing these risk factors, running significantly decreases the likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases.

2. Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels and insulin resistance.

Engaging in regular exercise, such as running, enhances insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism, thereby reducing the risk of developing diabetes.

Additionally, running aids in weight management, which is crucial for preventing and managing type 2 diabetes.

3. Obesity

Obesity is a significant risk factor for numerous health conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain cancers.

Running is an effective calorie-burning exercise that helps maintain a healthy weight by burning excess calories and increasing metabolism.

Consistent running, combined with a balanced diet, can prevent obesity and its associated health complications.

4. Certain Cancers

Several studies have shown that regular physical activity, including running, is associated with a reduced risk of certain types of cancer, such as colon, breast, and lung cancer.

Exercise helps regulate hormone levels, boost the immune system, and reduce inflammation, all of which contribute to lowering cancer risk.

While running alone may not completely eliminate the risk of cancer, it significantly reduces the likelihood of developing these types of cancer.

5. Depression and Anxiety

Mental health is as crucial as physical health, and regular exercise has been shown to have profound effects on mood and emotional well-being.

Running stimulates the release of endorphins, neurotransmitters that promote feelings of happiness and reduce stress.

It also provides a sense of accomplishment and improves self-esteem, which can help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety.

6. Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weakened bones, increasing the risk of fractures and injuries.

Weight-bearing exercises like running help build and maintain bone density, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and improving overall bone health.

Incorporating running into your routine, especially during younger years, can have long-term benefits for bone strength and density.

7. Alzheimer's Disease and Cognitive Decline

Regular physical activity, including running, has been linked to a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia in older adults.

Exercise promotes blood flow to the brain, stimulates the growth of new brain cells, and reduces the risk of conditions like Alzheimer's disease.

Staying physically active throughout life can help preserve cognitive function and promote brain health as you age.

Incorporating running into your regular routine offers a multitude of health benefits, including reducing the risk of various diseases and improving overall well-being.

From cardiovascular health to mental well-being, the positive effects of running extend to nearly every aspect of health.

But it's essential to start gradually, listen to your body, and consult with a healthcare professional before beginning any new exercise regimen, especially if you have existing health concerns.

I want to start this post as powerful and as brief as I could because there's no other way to do it than to say how much it sucks.

Initially, I was thinking about how to create this post. It hasn't been my year, but it was for other people. I won some battles, but also lose in some. I don't want to generalize 2022 as a bad year because it wasn't for other people and because I also want to give credit to the battles I won.

Pero sorry, wala po tayong encouraging thoughts for this year.

Don't get me wrong, it has silver linings for me too. But what 2022 took away will never amount to any life lessons and silver linings. Those wins will never be enough to offset the things 2022 took away from me and our family.

I decided that as much as I wanted to be an optimist, I think I deserve to not want to be an optimist. This year might be good for others but it wasn't for me, despite some wins, this year is generally not my year. And as much as I want to celebrate my wins, I know that if given the chance to choose I wouldn't trade what I lost this year for bigger wins.

But it is what it is.

If 2022 was a theme park ride, I would have filed complaints and made sure that that ride will never see another day to traumatized someone else's life.

Right after my birthday in January, I got COVID-19 and was quarantined for almost a month. The following month, Lola was hospitalized in February. March was pretty calm and we celebrated Lola's birthday and some relatives came home. April was okay, nothing grand. May was intense since Lola was hospitalized again. We rush her to the hospital at 1 AM on May 8, 2022 and was discharged after a week, we knew some things changed for the worst. In June, I was able to travel to Pangasinan with some of my workmates.

In July, the worst happened. All in all, I took a 2-week leave from work.

August was okay. I attended Billie Eillish concert with friends. September, the highlight is probably our Manila museum trip. October is a constant juggle with work and my personal time in general tho I got the chance to watch Jeremy Zucker again. November was another okay month, though super busy attending this and that, a friend from high school got married this month. December was also a busy month, I'm so booked that I need to schedule all my ganaps 2 weeks in advance. But one of a constant December ganap is the GK Volunteering Gift-giving ganap and this year we were able to go to 3 communities, super yay!

Just looking back on the past months gives me headaches.

For the past months, it's safe to say that I'm just winging it. I don't know how I did it, I'm just thankful I did. 

People who are close to me know how hard 2022 has been for me, spoiler alert it hasn't been good at all. Frequent struggles since the very beginning of the year- from contracting COVID-19 in the very first month of the year to losing my Lola last July after multiple hospitalizations- and I know that there are a lot more to come.

I'll say this again, I don't have life figured out. But there are things that I am learning and I'm trying to live by to reach a level of life that is healthy for my whole being.

Looking back, here are the things that I learn and try to live by.

Saying NO to people.

One of my struggles is saying 'no' to people which always ends up with me often being taken advantage of. Some people have taken advantage of me being a people pleaser and being a queen in shining armor. There are instances that I felt used because I was made to feel like I was only good when I can be of help to other people.

Another reason why it's hard to say 'no' to people/experiences is FOMO. I have a hard time overcoming it, but there will always come a time when we have to say NO and prioritize something- or even someone.

I realized that some things in life are worth letting go of before it gets too late- before far more important things or person slip from your grasp.

Not saying 'it's okay' if it's not really okay.

Something I learned the hard way is not conforming and saying 'it's okay' when it's not okay at all. Be responsible for someone else's emotions without sacrificing your own. The line is very thin but you don't have to sacrifice your own emotions just to nurse someone else's. Someone did you wrong and reach out? Don't say it's okay if it's not okay. Don't say it if you do not mean it.

People commonly respond in situations like that with a knee-jerk reaction- it's okay- without really meaning it. If someone did you dirty and ask for forgiveness, it's not your responsibility to make them feel better by accepting their apology or making them feel less bad. Acknowledge their apology, but you can always pause and not forgive instantly.

You do not owe them your forgiveness, rather you owe yourself your peace.

Saying sorry and admitting your mistakes.

As Gen Z, we're raised by boomers and Millenials. And if there are some common traits each boomer and some older Millenials have in common, it's hard for them to say sorry. And adding the not-so-healthy Filipino traits of just letting the issue resolved on its own without talking it through just adds up to our problematic upbringing.

Growing up, we were taught to be grateful and give thanks to everyone. Children were taught to say thanks when given something but when it comes to an apology, we're silent.  Apology forgotten.

I guess for Filipinos, a factor is that we never hear our parents say sorry. Our mistakes were retaliated with tough love and before we can think of saying sorry we're already wailing because of our fear of our punishments.

Sometimes it's hard to own up to our mistakes despite knowing the fact that we were wrong because all that you have left is your ego and pride.

People will fight for their beliefs despite the facts laid in front of them when all they have left was pride and ego. Lowering your pride feels like defeat, and no one likes losing.

Prioritizing your peace responsibly.

You are entitled to your own peace. It's just that there is a thin line between protecting your peace and being privileged.

There was a point in time when a lot of things are happening that I felt so detached from other issues around me. Then I realized that internal peace can only be fully achieved if the external factors were dealt with. There are fights that you gotta fight not just for yourself but for the sake of other minorities.

Learn to segment things and choose your battles. There are fights you must step away from, battles worth fighting, and there are wars that must be won. 

Taking chances.

There is a line that has kept me going and made me do things outside my comfort zone and that is 'It's better to have 'oh wells' than 'what ifs'.

For the longest time, that line has kept me going and brought me to situations and positions that are worth every risk that I took.

This year, I was taught that you just got to put your bet and take your chances. Decide if you really want it and just go for it despite all the negative 'what ifs' in your mind. Remember that at the end of the day, you only regret the things that you didn't take. So just wing it.

There will be hindrances but if you really want it, you'll find a way to get through it.

So when the time comes that you have to lay down on your deathbed, you can say that you've given your all and you've lived.

Re-learning vulnerability as an instrument of strength.

People perceive vulnerability as a weakness. We were raised to believe that if you cry, you are weak and it is considered a defeat. But those who are willing to be vulnerable are stronger.

I'll quote Pope Francis when he visited in 2015 "Today's world has a great lack of capacity of knowing how to cry... Certain realities in life we only see through eyes that are cleansed with our tears."

Being vulnerable is difficult, but it is only when we know how to show pain and suffering can we find peace and strength.

Calling out your own mistakes.

One of the things I fear the most is that there might be a time when I might be too proud to own up to my mistakes. That my ego might be much bigger than my ability to say sorry to those who I might have hurt deeply in the future.

But despite it being hard, I know I have to move past the fear and do it.

Learn to own up to your mistakes the way you take credit for the things that you achieved. Be responsible.

Swifties are right, 2022 is 2020 too. This year threw battles my way and sadly not all of them can be won despite giving my all. Some battles weren't even mine to fight to begin with. One thing is for sure, I don't have anywhere to go but forward.