Glad Cling Wrap seals in the moisture, freshness and nutritional value of food

Food for Thought:
Fresh Meals Keep Mind and Body Healthy

“Let your food be your medicine and your medicine be your food.”
-- Hippocrates, philosopher

GLAD, the Filipino mom’s partner in food protection and kitchen management, reminds everyone that the healthy-living movement is here to stay.

There’s nothing like a visit to The Farm of Galilee in Silang, Cavite and organic farming advocate Gejo Jimenez’ Malipayon Farm, to see first hand how the earth brings nourishment to the food we eat. “Here in our farm, we do things in harmony with nature,” says Jimenez.

Guests experienced the joys of reconnecting with the wonders of vegetation while harvesting their own produce. The tour was made even more special with a feast prepared by chef and food stylist, Eugene Raymundo.

Using the available produce in the farms, such as the red and green curly lettuce, arugula, wansuy, and edible flowers for the dishes, Chef Eugene stresses on the value of fresh ingredients in healthy cooking and the importance of proper food protection.

Chef Eugene Raymundo

The Best Ever GLAD ClingWrap can seal in the moisture of the produce by up to 99%, the freshness is kept longer, and the nutritional value of the food is preserved.

Chef Eugene proceeds with his preparations, using the new Glad Mini ClingWrap. “After slicing what you need, just wrap the vegetable or fruit to keep the freshness, and store in the refrigerator for the next use,” he says.

 “It’s just the right size, so it’s easy to manage,” he says, of his new favourite kitchen companion. This latest addition to the ClingWrap family is a smart way to wrap small portions..

The farm-to-table experience brought valuable insights on farming, freshness, and great food, and made guests savour the combination of Chef Eugene’s line-up of mouth-watering and refreshing recipes.

Good food heals and nourishes the mind and body, and should be enjoyed in its fresh state as much as possible. Make it a habit to keep Glad Mini ClingWrap ready in the kitchen, and know that enjoying a happy healthy lifestyle extends to proper everyday kitchen management. See the easy-to-prepare mouth-watering recipes from Glad and Chef Eugene below. For more recipes and tips on food protection, visit Glad’s website, www.glad.com.ph and Facebook page. www.facebook.com/GladKitchen.


Orzo & Tuyo Salad in Tuba Vinaigrette

Ingredients:
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tbsp capers, chopped
1 tbsp minced onions
3 pcs black olive, finely chopped
3 pcs green olive, finely chopped
3 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
3 cup Tuba or Coco vinegar
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
                           salt and pepper
400 gms orzo, cooked according to package directions
1/2 cup tuyo flakes
1 pc kesong puti, diced
½ cup dried mangoes, cut into slivers
40 gms wild arugula
20 gms micro greens (red amaranth)
20 gms edible flowers

Procedure:
In a bowl, blend garlic, capers, olives, vinegars, oil and season with salt and pepper. Pour over cooked orzo and half of the tuyo flakes, kesong puti and dried mangoes, toss until well blended. Cover bowl with Glad ClingWrap and let it sit for at least 15 minutes before serving. Place in a serving dish and top with the remaining fresh ingredients. (Serves 6.)
Grilled Coco-Wansuy Prawns and Pineapple

Ingredients:
1 ½ tbsp grated garlic
1 tsp grated ginger
3 tbsp finely chopped wansuy
1 pc chili, chopped (optional)
1 tbsp calamansi juice
2 tbsp bagoong
pinch  cumin
½ tsp paprika
1/3 cup coconut milk
1 tbsp desiccated coconut
500 gms tiger prawns, shelled, deveined with tails intact
fresh pineapple, sliced
 
Procedure:
Place all ingredients except for the prawns and pineapple in a Glad Freezer Zipper Bag. Seal and mash all ingredients together until well blended. Mix in prawns and mix lightly to distribute marinade evenly. Lay pineapple on one side and seal. Chill for at least 30 minutes (pineapple-side down). Grill prawns and pineapple until done. (Serves 6.)

Croissant Pudding with Chocnut Cream with Tsokolate Caviar

Ingredients:
6 pcs croissant, cut into pieces
1 ½ cups Fresh milk
1 cup cream
10 eggyolks
1/2 cup coco sugar
1 cup heavy cream, chilled
8 pcs chocnut, crumbled
2 pcs tablea chocolate
¼ cup milk
1 ¾ cup water
1/3 cup raw tapioca
fresh fruits

Procedure:
Pre-heat oven to 325F.
Line a loaf pan with Glad Cook ‘n’ Bake.
In a bowl, blend milk, cream, yolks and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Dip pieces of croissant in the milk mixture and place in the loaf pan. Lightly pack and pour remaining milk mixture on top. Bake for 45 minutes. Let it cool before slicing.
In another bowl, whip the cream until stiff and blend in crumbled chocnut. Chill until ready to serve. Bring water and tablea to a boil until totally dissolved, blend in milk and let it cool. Boil 4 cups of water and add in tapioca. Cook for 12 minutes. Drain and lightly wash with running water. Soak in Tsokolate and chill overnight. (Serves 10.)

 

 

Mr. Gejo Jimenez, owner of The Malipayon Farms together with top executives of GLAD (from left:) Renelle delos Santos, product manager; Tisha De Veyra, marketing director, and Marites Dagdag, president.



Chef Eugene Raymundo creates a special menu of fresh and easy-to-prepare dishes with GLAD products

Follow Jenny and her magical adventure in "Jenny and the Magic Arinola"

What would you do if a genie appears before you, willing to grant your three wishes?  But unlike what happens in every classical fairytale story, this genie does not pop out from any traditional lamp, but from a chamber pot or an "arinola". If that intrigues you no less,  its time to watch the primetime series "Jenny and the Magic Arinola" on June 22 exclusively on TV5.  Follow Jenny and be entertained on how she will bargain with her genie to get her three wishes.

The wattpad novel brings you a fairy tale story of love, fun and magic entitles "Jenny and the Magic Arinola" which  garnered more than 1M readers and over 36k votes, originally written by Sic Santos (Owwsic). and is now on primetime mini-series WATTPAD PRESENTS.

Kapatid viewers are in for a "kilig" treat as TVS mixes romance, comedy and a dash of magic in this latest offering featuring Ms. Isabelle de Leon and Mr Genie himself, Alex Castro.

Jenny (Isabelle de Leon) is not your typical damsel in distress, she is in fact a nosy’and talkative girl who, sadly, was left behind by her boyfriend, Berto (Brent Manzano) on their 2 year anniversary celebration. As if the universe is paying her for her innate kindness, a genie named Laxus (Alex Castro) magically appears before Jenny from an "arinola" she found after an old woman ran off after eating at their eatery without paying.

 Jenny thought that finally, she can now have whatever she wants but unfortunately, this “hottie” but snobbish and forgetful genie is more of a problem-maker than a problem-solver as Laxus gives Jenny a hard time whenever she makes a wish.

Find out if Jenny will be wishing for Berto to come back to her life or will she just be trapped with
her own wishes.

The lead cast were asked if a genie appears before them what would be their 3 wishes. Alex wishes for good health, "maging masaya ang lovelife,  and lahat ng wish nya ay matupad.  While Isabelle  wishes for "more love para sa lahat", that she finds her own true love, and her last wish is to grant her another "3 wishes".

WATTPAD PRESENTS “Jenny and the Magic Arinola” airs every Monday to Friday, starting June 22' at 9pm before Baker King, exclusively on TV5.

Boompods are now available in the Philippines through Lazada Philippines

Here comes the boom!

You will never listen to music the same way again. Boompods, the latest gadget brand which offers wireless portable speakers, headphones, and powerbanks, is now available in the Philippines. Coming in all shapes and sizes and sporting a cooler-than-cool look, Boompods are also lightweight and fits easily in bags – making it an essential lifestyle piece.

Audio enthusiasts will definitely appreciate the crisp and full-bodied sound quality from the unique pod form of the Boompods, making audio-listening simply fantastic. So whether you enjoy bass-heavy dance music, rock, classic, or even jazz, Boompods will elevate your listening experience.

“We were looking at tech gadgets and we were, ‘Why are all the gadgets looking the same?’ I mean, speakers are square, music is coming out from the top, there’s no color, some of the companies are very conservative in their design, or it’s taking too long for newer models to come out. We said ‘Let’s challenge ourselves, can we actually make electronic gadgets like this,’” said Prem Balani, the founder of Boompods. 

Recently, Boompods has partnered with the Philippines’ One-Stop Shopping Destination – Lazada.com.ph to expand its reach to more customers in the Philippines through the online commerce expertise of Lazada Philippines.  With more than 3M Facebook Fans and being one of the most visited website in the Philippines catering to a wide geographical reach, Boompods and Lazada Philippines’ partnership sets to usher in more innovative and cool products for more and more Filipinos to enjoy.

The Downdraft: The Wow Factor
One of Boompods’ fascinating products is the Downdraft. It is a downward-facing rechargeable speaker with breath-taking sound quality. It has wireless technology that lets you stream music from any Bluetooth enabled devices and makes listening easy and accessible. In fact, you can control the volume and tracks from your mobile phone.

The Doube Blaster: The Show-Stopper
Boompods will also be bringing the Doube Blaster – a wireless portable speaker coupled with a 3-watt speaker and passive subwoofer technology creating incredible bass and massive sound for up to 6 hours of playback. The Doube Blaster uses Bluetooth 3.0 transmission with an operating range of up to 10 meters and also supports wired media devices with a 3.5mm audio cable.

Enjoy your music while escaping the hassle of wires, compatible with all Bluetooth devices with Boompod’s wireless foldable headphones. Listen for up to 8 hours on a single charge. With 3 hours of charging time, simply use the USB charging cable to connect to any powered USB port. Its built-in mic and music audio controls feature on the LED earpiece allows for enhanced usability and convenience which are compatible with all iPhone handsets.

The powerful twin drivers enhanced bass and wide frequency range gives you the perfect combination of clear and balanced sound. With a 10m range and Bluetooth version 4.0, you can connect to Bluetooth devices in your bag or pockets, or roam about the room while streaming from a tablet or laptop.  Close on-ear headphone design blocks outside noise. Made from faux leather, the enlarged soft ear cushions mould around your ear for extreme comfort. It comes with matt black and white with a soft touch finish.

For travellers or if you’re always on-the-go, Boompods wireless compact travel headphones is perfect for you. These compact wireless headphones have an easy flat-fold design making them ideal for travelling. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 technology allowing you to quickly connect to your Bluetooth device, with an operating range of up to 10 metres. The earpiece includes a built-in mic for taking calls and audio controls, allowing for enhanced usability and convenience. Contains built-in lithium battery with up to 10 hours playback, 185 standby hours and a speedy 2.5 hours charging time. Includes a 3.5mm audio cable which means you don’t have to rely on having fully charged Airpods to enjoy your music on the go.

With Boompods duo Lightning and Micro USB cable, no need for you to have multiple cables, the one meter Duocable is the simplest way to sync and charge your iPhone, Android and other Micro USB devices simultaneously from one USB outlet. This strong, stylish braided cable is the best solution to your numerous devices. 2-in-1 cable with compact and tangle-free design. It’s available in black, orange and blue.

Apple’s newest mobile operating system, iOS7, brings great new features and a beautiful design but unfortunately it has also rendered many 3rd party Lightning accessories useless. Apple’s Made For iPhone program certifies that accessories are safe to charge and sync your Apple devices. Each Lightning accessory even has a tiny chip that certifies the accessory as MFi.

Boompods Maxpod portable recharger is an ideal portable backup battery pod for phones, tablets and USB devices. It has compact and tactile design. Charges through 2 smart charging ports and uses a large 5200mAh rechargeable Lithium-ion battery technology that will repower your phone, tablet or MP3 on the go. Check the charge level using the handy indicator, the 4 LED lights show the charging status and stored power. Features a power-down mode so if left on with no device connected, it will shut down automatically after 30 seconds to ensure the battery power is preserved for maximum usage.

Flatline USB charge – sync cables is another USB charger from Boompods with high quality flat charging cable for flexibility and convenience, its bold colour stands out from the crowd. Not only is the cable more desirable than just a black cord, it’s anodized metal ends brings a more luxury feel to an everyday product. Android version: 2 in 1 features- Micro to USB cable to charge and sync your devices at the fastest possible speed. The flatline works with most smartphones and tablets with a Micro USB port, including Samsung, Kindle, HTC, Nokia, LG, Nexus and Motorola. Apple version: 2 in 1 features – Lightning to USB cable to charge and sync your iPhone, iPad, and iPod – Apple MFi Licensed. Available in black, blue, orange and green.

Recharge your phone on the go with BOOMPODS Powerpod portable phone recharger .  It is a functional pocket size charger with no messy cables. Its compact and lightweight design has an integrated flip-out power line to connect to your phone. Check the charge level using the handy indicator, the 4 LED lights show the charging status and stored power. Charges through a standard USB port and uses a 2300mAh rechargeable LiPo battery technology that will repower your phone anywhere. Features a power-down mode so if left on with no device connected, it will shut down automatically after 30 seconds to ensure the battery power is preserved for maximum usage. Available in matt black, white, blue, orange and green with a soft touch finish.

Whatever your sport, Sportpods is the ultimate earphones for portability and freedom, ideal for their active lifestyles. Its ergonomic design and clever over-ear hooks ensure they stay put during your run or down the gym. These lightweight around-ear headphones allow you to move freely without the hassle of wires and deliver stunning sound quality so you get the most from your music on the move. It has an integrated volume and track control that lets you adjust your listening without slowing you down, you can even take incoming calls. Equipped with Bluetooth 3.0 technology allowing you to quickly connect to your Bluetooth device, with an operating range of up to 10 metres. It contains built-in lithium battery with up to 8 hours playback, 6 hours talk time, 100 standby hours and a speedy 2.5 hours charging time.

Power Case iPhone 5/5s/6/6plus, is Boompod’s protective case  that is lightweight, durable and ultra-slim. It delivers up to an extra 130% power with its built-in 2400mAh LiPo rechargeable battery for iPhone 5/5s users, 3100mAh for iPhone6, 4000mAh for iPhone6 plus  users , keeping you charged on the go. The Powercase has a handy pull-out stand, ideal to prop up your iPhone whilst watching videos, playing games and using FaceTime. It has an LED indicator (the 4 LED lights) that show the charging status and stored power. Its protective LC circuit efficiently avoids short-circuits, over-charging and malfunction, even under extreme conditions. It features an open-faced design allowing instant access to the device screen whilst protecting your phone from bumps and scratches. It comes in (matt dark grey, light grey and orange) for iPhone 5/5s, (matt green and dark grey) for iPhone6 and (matt blue and dark grey) for iPhone 6 plus.

So if you are ready to take the next step in audio listening effortlessly and risk-free, Boompods is available at the Philippines’ One-Stop Shopping Destination – Lazada via www.Lazada.com.ph/Boompods shop anywhere and anytime with the Lazada Mobile App and get your hands on the Boompods with just a few taps on your smartphones. Simply download the Lazada Mobile App, free on Play Store and on AppStore, and search for Boompods and with just a few steps, you are set to be the next proud owners of the latest innovation in audio-listening devices.

Boompods are distributed in several countries including UK, Japan, USA, Australia and in most Asian countries. For more exciting promos and offers from Boompods, subscribe to their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BoompodsPH
So do not be left behind, get the latest craze in audio-listening technology from Boompods!

McDonald's welcomes father and son team Nino and Alonzo Muhlach to the McFamily

As Father’s Day approaches, moms and kids are busy planning surprises for dad. Take it from the father-and-son tandem and newest McDonald’s endorsers Niño and Alonzo Muhlach—family bonding is best enjoyed over favorite food.

As part of the McDonald’s family, Niño and Alonzo could not be more excited to share with fans their favorite McDonald’s moments—bonding over McDonald’s juicier and tastier Chicken McDo, starting at only Php 79 and now offered with the new flavor-rich gravy!

“It’s really his favorite,” says Niño of Alonzo’s love for Chicken McDo. “Sarap na sarap siya, kaya he’s very excited to be endorsing it.” True enough, Alonzo can be seen enthusiastically enjoying the new Chicken McDo and adorably uttering “mc-mc-mc-masarap”.

Their newest McDonald’s commercial, which will begin airing in time for Father’s Day weekend, features the two taking a trip down memory lane, as Niño reminisces when he was the Child Wonder of Philippine Cinema in the 1970s and 80s. They share a touching moment as Alonzo, who is like a reincarnation of his father’s younger self, expresses what he loves about his Papa.



As Niño and Alonzo delight in father-son bonding experiences over the mas mc-mc-mc-masarap Chicken McDo, you’re sure to be left craving for more.

To follow Niño and Alonzo’s McDonald’s journey, like the official McDonald’s Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/mcdo.ph and follow @McDo_PH on Twitter and Instagram.

Goldilocks celebrates father's day with special sweet treat!

Its that special time of the year when our dearest "tatay", dad, papa, papi, pops, celebrates their day! I guess I will always be a 'tatay's girl' no matter my age or status is. He is one special man that I looked up to, the one best friend that I have and who will always be there for me in good or bad times.

Fathers will always have a special place in everyone’s life. No matter what you call them, their unconditional love and affection for their families remains the same.

Once a year, we commemorate someone who has given us so much; a day dedicated to showing our love and appreciation for dear old Dad. If you’re still wondering how you can make this Father’s Day a special one, Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop, has exactly what you’re looking for to make this Father’s Day an extra special one.

Goldilocks presents its latest celebration cakes, which are perfect for Dad on his special day. First, the Dark Chocolate Cake is a decadent black velvet masterpiece covered with smooth chocolate ganache, whipped cream, and a surprise strawberry filling inside – which makes it perfect for the ultimate chocolate-loving dad. The second new offering is the Special Coffee Cake, which is a moist mocha chiffon cake covered with pralines and chocolate-buttercream icing, with a design that will surely put a smile on Dad’s face with each bite.

Goldilocks’ sweet and scrumptious new cakes, made specially for Father’s Day, will no doubt be a hit among dads and their families. These two cakes, available for a limited time only, will surely make this Father’s Day celebrations unforgettable! So show Dad some love and visit any Goldilocks branch for the perfect Father’s Day Cake or call 888-1-999 for Goldilocks Go-Delivery.

Experience Sapporo's best on Father's Day at Ramen Sora!

RAMEN SORA'S FATHER'S DAY TREAT

Made by Japanese chefs from Sapporo, the culinary center of Japan, Ramen Sora’s variety of noodle soups is your best ticket to culinary heaven on June 21, Father’s Day.

Not only does Ramen Sora offer delicious ramen, it also serves well-loved, authentic Japanese cuisine like Gyoza, Tempura, and Chicken Karaage, among others.

Whatever the occasion is, dads and their families and friends flock to Ramen Sora to enjoy tripadvisor.com's highly-rated restaurant.

“We have guests from Manila who drive all the way to Subic to visit us, especially during weekends. The same in Cebu, we have locals and tourists flocking to Ramen Sora to experience Sapporo's best,” said Senior Marketing Manager Francis Villaluz.

On June 21, the restaurant is ready to fill dad’s tummies with hearty servings of Ramen.

“We are going to make them celebrate Father’s Day in grand style,” Villaluz added.

As an added treat, first 50 dads who dine at Ramen Sora in Subic and Cebu get a Limited Edition T-shirt on June 21. (One shirt per table/transaction only.)

Ramen Sora is set to open in San Fernando, Pampanga before the end of the year.

Follow Ramen Sora on Facebook and Instagram #ramensora or #noramennolife

Something's strangely delicious awaits you at Nobu Restaurant

As soon as I entered the Nobu Restaurant, my senses were competing against one another. My eyes kept wandering as they try to devour the unique interiors and fixtures that adorned every corner of the hotel restaurant. My sense of smell was trying to search for the aromatic feast. As I heard the wait staff briskly walking in an out of the kitchen doors.

My taste buds felt like it wanted to jump out and everything made me feel its going to be a great start of the day. The one breakfast dish that caught my attention was the Champorado Nobu Style with Bacon furikake. It had me on its thick chocolatey cocoa flavor with bacon's slight crunchy saltiness on top, it was heavenly good, I tell you, I finished one and ordered another bowl. I highly recommend this on top of their other breakfast signature dishes.

Nobu Restaurant is a contemporary fine dining venue which accommodates 335 dining guests. It has a two private dining rooms; a sushi bar; floating water cabanas; two tepanyaki tables and a Chef's Table. I got to experience Nobu's Breakfast Specialties and its delectable and mouth watering buffet last June 6 with selected bloggers. We were greeted at the restaurant lobby by the General Manager of Nobu Hotel Manila, Mr. Marlon Hirsh, we had pleasantries about the restaurant's interior, breakfast specialties and its signature dishes. He toured us on the hotel rooms, spa and gym after a hearty breakfast.

 We were served the best Breakfast Minis, all the food served tasted and cooked the way I liked my breakfast should be. It concludes of the following;

French toast

Shioyaki (Chef's Daily Grilled Protein Selection)

Champorado Nobu Style (Chocolate Rice Porridge with Bacon Furikake)

Samplers from the buffet table

Silken Tofu Hotpot

City of Dreams Manila  consists of 6 hotel towers which include the famous Nobu Hotel and the world's most recognized restaurant Nobu Restaurant.   Chef Nobuyuki "Nobu" Matsuhisa takes pride on its fusion cuisine blending traditional Japanese dishes with South American ingredients. 

The buffet table boasts of sumptuous and delectable menus for those who want to start their day right. Their Breakfast Specialties are,  Yuzu Soba Pancakes; Green Tea Waffles; Eggs Matsuhisa; Bagel and Lox; Breakfast Tobanyaki; Salmon and Egg Donburi.

Their Signature Dishes includesToro Tartar with Caviar; Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno; Whitefish firadito Style; Salmon New Style; Rock Shrimp Creamy Spicy; Squid Pasta; Black Cod Miso; Beef Tobanyaki; Bento Box Dessert.

Signature Cocktails available are  Matsuhisa Martini; Pins Martini; Mango Passion; Mia Margarita; Yamasaki Sidecar, Lychee Martini; Champagne 95.

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s culinary empire spans through 36 restaurants, in 28 cities and five continents. Guests at the Nobu Hotel City of Dreams Manila will be able to savor his signature contemporary artistic fusion and mouthwatering cuisine.


Nobu Restaurant is located at Level 1 of the Pool Deck, Nobu Hotel. It is open from 6:00AM to 10:00AM  on weekdays, until 11:00AM on weekends 6:00PM -11:00PM.
Executive Chef:  Zachary Hillberry
Restaurant Manager:  Casper Khamphouy

Nobu Lounge is a chic, modern, Japanese-inspired lobby lounge exuding a relaxed but sophisticated atmosphere which can seat 50 guests.  Baristas and tea tenders take guests on a “taste and sense” adventure as they offer an extensive tea menu, premium coffees and homemade cakes, pastries and chocolates. Operating hours is from 7:00AM to 12MN. High Tea is from 2:00PM to 5:00PM