Alviera Go Play offers fun-filled entertainment

Alviera Go Play features world’s first game show-inspired playground

Alviera, the township development rising in Porac, Pampanga plays host to the first game show-styled playground in the world. Experience outdoor fun and wacky games inspired by hit TV shows like Takeshi’s Castle, Wipeout, and Gladiators in a one-day summer festival.

Alviera Go Play takes off on Saturday, June 11 at SandBox, a full day of lively games, mental and physical challenges, foamy frolic, bouncy inflatables, prizes, food and music.

Take part in the craziness of Human Foosball, keep singing through Wacky Karaoke, run in sumo suits through Sumo Relay, play Agawan Base dressed in a zorb ball, or manage three lay-ups with binoculars on in Binocular Basketball. Try to kick a goal without wobbling, but only after spinning yourself silly in Dizzy Penalty Kick. There’s Buzzingo, Extreme Jack & Poy, Brain Games, Photo Mission and more. Over a dozen simultaneous games and activities will keep you, family and friends entertained throughout the day.

There’s a foam bash party every hour where a local DJ will be onstage to play the summer’s soundtrack. An inflatable play area will be open for kids aged 13 years old and below. Not to be missed is a water obstacle course where players have to avoid giant swinging balls to get to the end.
Alviera Go Play is organized by Runtertainment, the company behind Outbreak Manila, Slidefest Philippines and Breakout Philippines. Players can sample the Breakout

Philippines Escape Room Game at the event, for a real taste of the game’s excitement and mystery.
"We are all about memorable moments, big laughs, and team work. Go Play offers young and old a fun-filled festival atmosphere of games, music, food, drinks, foam pits, and lots of selfie opportunities," said Angelo Cruz, Runtertainment Managing Director.

 Alviera Go Play runs like an outdoor arcade where players can earn more tickets or exchange them for prizes. Registration as a Regular Go Player for P800 entitles one to 10 points, while the Extreme Go Player at P1,200 gets 20 points. Children aged 7 and below can register as Go Kids Player for only P600 and start off with 10 points. Each activity requires points to join in. Every successful activity gains a player more points.

A point refilling station will be set up, as well as a prize area where winners can exchange points for souvenir items.

Coupled with the thrilling attractions of SandBox, the outdoor adventure never stops. Go Players will be entitled to discounted tickets to SandBox attractions like the Giant Swing, Aerial Walk, Adventure Tower free fall, wall climbing, and Avatar One rollercoaster zipline.

            “Alviera Go Play is another one of our signature events to cap off the summer,” said Jomi de Guzman, Alviera Project Development Manager. “This is the kind of experience one enjoys in Alviera, the kind that lets everyone participate in the fun and appreciate the outdoors.”

            Alviera, an Ayala Land development in partnership with Leonio Land, is envisioned to become a regional growth center of Central Luzon. The master-planned estate will include residential communities, commercial establishments, academic institutions and offices. Upcoming developments include the Alviera Country Club and the Alviera Industrial Park.

            For tickets and information to Alviera Go Play, visit www.goplayph.com.

How to achieve Gandang Career with Maxipeel

MaxiPeel  partners with Dale Carnegie Training and PMAP in launching Gandang Career at Glorietta 5 on May 20.  Gandang Career is a movement that helps working women gain confidence and renew enthusiasm while addressing your concerns in the workplace. it is about embracing change in the way you look at things and in recognizing your value and potential as a professional-from inside and out. Guest speaker Nanay Coring gives inspirational talk on how to look successful in 7 ways.

1.  Take care of your face, cleanse and exfoliate
2.  Dress Appropriately.
3.  Communicate well.
4.  Be updated on current events.
5.  Accomplish your daily goals
6.  Present yourself confidently
7.  Exude positive energy

Gandang Career has 3 key elements in the Filipina’s road to success: the beauty of vision where setting goals and harnessing one‘s capabilities to have a rewarding career are made, the beauty of passion where dedication and commitment to keep going are underscored, and the beauty of you where one's winning beauty and personality are enhanced so you can shine.

Gandang Career is a movement that aims to empower working women. it‘s an advocacy that seeks to motivate them so they can achieve new accomplishments and move up in their chosen professions. Gandang Career is anchored on promoting sell-improvement and career advancement among female professionals, The objective is to tap one's inner potential and go beyond what is on the surface. It will also inspire the working Filipino to set new goals-that she can do much more-for herself and for her future.

Find your perfect pair at Ipanema

The summer season is not yet quite over as Ipanema – the fun, chic, and colorful Brazilian made sandals and flip flops – presented its newest collection in a  romance-themed  event dubbed the Ipanema Perfect Pair  at the Trinoma Activity Center and graced by celebrity heartthrob Gerald Anderson last May 25.

Through an exciting fashion show, the 3 chosen finalists – those who posted the best ‘selfeets’ in the online Facebook promo – took the runway to show off the distinct Ipanema summer styles: Sweet & Dainty, Sexy Chic, and Bold & Artsy! Adding more thrill and suspense, the participating girls picked a random Ipanema pair and modeled down the catwalk with their masks to hide their identities.

Each distinct Ipanema summer style was designed and is reflective of the different personas and tastes of Ipanema’s fun, fashionable wearers. “Ipanema knows that every wearer is unique,” shares ELRO Retail Corp. Head of Marketing Cecille Loretizo. “That is why for their newest collection, they’ve introduced three cool  and individual styles – all  designed to match different, free spirited personalities and identities.”   

In addition, there were also a variety of booths, tailored for each Ipanema flipflop style, for the enjoyment of attendees: Nail Art & Foot Spa; DIY Flower Crown & Foot sticker tattoo and Make-up and Hair Styling.

Cool Ukelele artists led by Theobromine Band and Mang Pedring as well as Aia de Leon of Imago added to the summer romance feel.

And to top it all, the lucky winner of Ipanema Perfect Pair got the chance to spend an unforgettable kilig date with Gerald Anderson, one of the hottest young actors today, plus an exciting all-expense paid trip to the Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu!

'The Art of More' Set to Delight TV fans starring Dennis Quaid and Kate Bosworth

Premiering May 24 on Sony Channel, "The Art of More" is an original Sony production.  The drama explores the foible and surprisingly ruthless world of premium auction houses, filled with smugglers, hustlers, power mongers and collectors of the beautiful and the bizarre. It follows a blue-collar young man, Graham Connor (Christian Cooke), who leverages his way into this exclusive existence by utilizing his connections to the antiquities black market he was exposed to as a soldier in Iraq.

Dennis Quaid, also as the executive producer, stars as the charismatic real estate shark Samuel Brukner who has a penchant for ill-gotten art. Brukner is the life of the party, but when it comes to his money, he can be ruthless, shrewd and corrupt.  Kate Bosworth plays Roxanna Whitney, daughter of the CEO of one of the two warring auction houses — and a leading account executive. Although she was born into this exclusive world and thrives in it, she is riddled with insecurities that drive her to be a formidable executive in her own right.



The Art of More (Sony Channel PH) (Promo 1A) by sonyasia-2016 Whether a buyer, seller or something in between, everyone in "The Art of More" is chasing something they covet and struggling with the extent they will go when unchecked by morality.

Sony's first one-hour scripted drama series The Art Of More premieres May 24, Tuesday at 8.50pm, first and exclusively on SonyChannel.

Sony Channel is seen on SKYCable Channel 35, Cignal Digital TV Channel 60, Destiny Cable Channel 62, Cable Link Channel 39.

Clever Kitchen finds only at Daiso Japan

Did you know you can peel garlic cloves without using a knife? Make frothy cappuccino at home minus an expensive coffee machine? These are just some of the clever and useful products that you can find at Daiso Japan stores.

The only authorized and exclusive retailer of Daiso Industries Ltd. Japan, Daiso Japan has much more to offer aside from their signature kawaii items.  It also carries a wide selection of useful objects designed to make everyday chores so much easier and enjoyable to do. These authentic Daiso products are sold at very affordable prices so you can buy as many as you want for foolproof results each time.

Foodies and homemakers would love these products for the kitchen: the nifty Silicone Egg Holder that holds the eggs in place while boiling. It can be used in tandem with the Egg Timer for perfectly boiled eggs each time.

What person likes peeling onions? Not only is it a tear-inducing task, it’s also takes away the fun in cooking…until you discover the Onion Shredder and Peeler. This is perfect for both onion bulbs and onion leeks with one end outfitted with a peeler and the other with fork-like blades perfect for shredding spring onions into thin slices.

The Silicone Garlic Peeler, meanwhile, works by removing the skin of the garlic. Simply place garlic cloves inside the tube and roll firmly for a few seconds.

Slicing could be tiresome plus you sometimes don't get the same sizes after the task is done.  Grab some of these useful slicers from Daiso Japan: Mango Cutter that slices mangoes to the same sizes with a  simple push; Tomato Slicer with equally spaced dividers;  and the Banana Slicer for fast slicing by simply pressing the slicer on the banana.

To make cooking faster and stress-free, get hold of the Dumpling Maker.  Just place the filling on the wrapper, fold the tool in half and release to create the dumpling in a breeze.   To cook rice, use the Easy Rice Washer that easily strains rice and even other food items and keep them from spilling.

These and more kitchen tools and gadgets can be found at the 49 authorized Daiso Japan stores in the country. Visit the recently opened Robinsons Townville Regalado Fairview for your home needs and a lot more.

To know more about Daiso Japan Philippines, check out Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaisoJapanPH  or Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaisoJapanPH and follow them on  Instagram: http://instagram.com/daisophilippines.

Mommy Star turns simple dish into extraordinary with Eden Cheese

It was my first time to meet Mommy Star, the Mommy vlogger behind "This is How You Nanay". Her blogs has a modest mom followers due to household tips she impart to her readers.  She was launched as the new Eden Cheese Ambassador at Valle Verde on May 19.  The event was hosted by Ms. Gelli Victor.

She delighted everyone with her antics and cooking expertise as she prepared Fried Tilapia with Eden cheese cubes filling "Cheesy Tilapia" for you. Her blogs helped moms prepared simple dish through the simple addition of Eden Cheese. Her menudo recipe with cheese was liked by Ms. Melai, herself.

With a huge social media following, Mommy Star has attracted the attention of fellow social media stars who have collaborated with her in an episode for their respective channels. Mommy Star has also been guesting in several TV shows, proof that this ordinary mom is now a star in her own right. Truly, more and more mommies on social media get hooked on Mommy Star’s helpful parenting advices and mommy hacks.

One of the most obvious favorite topics that Mommy Star likes to share on her page and through her vlogs is cooking and making sure that meal times are more fun and creative for her daughter. As a regular working mom who is hooked on social media, Mommy Star knows the importance of keeping food exciting so kids will always look forward to mealtimes and eat plenty.

"My daughter is a not picky eater but napansin ko na (I noticed that) she does not eat as much when I serve her food that she has eaten many times before," shared Mommy Star.

“There was a time I was just watching TV and I came across the recipe sharing commercial of Eden. Doon ko natuklasan yung Cheesy Tilapia at talagang na-curious ako nang bongga! Eh di ayun, ginawa ko at sobrang nagustuhan ng anak ko. Nakakatuwa talaga kasi madali lang siyang gawin, pero special talaga.” (I discovered the Cheesy Tilapia recipe while watching TV and I got curious. I tried making it and I was so happy that my daughter loved it. I especially like it because while it’s easy to make, it’s also a special recipe.) 

Here to help moms take ordinary, everyday dishes to the next level is Mommy Star. Discovered by Eden Cheese through social media, Mommy Star embodies the brand with her fun and cheerful character, love for cooking, and knack for coming up with cheesy delights.

"We're happy we found Mommy and hope that she will be an inspiration for other mothers to be their own kitchen superstar. We're very excited about this project and look forward to seeing mommies everywhere share their own Eden Cheese recipes," shared Nikki Paras, Assistant Brand Manager for Eden Cheese Philippines. 

A product of Mondelez Philippines, Eden Cheese can turn any ordinary dish into an extraordinary meal --- cheesier and healthier. Whether it's a classic Filipino staple like pritong tilapia or a party must-have like sweet spaghetti, add Eden Cheese and these everyday dishes can become instant hits again.

So mommies, take it from Mommy Star and make meal times extra yummy, extra cheesy, extraordinary for the whole family with Eden Cheese.

For more cheesy goodness, visit www.facebook.com/EdenCheesePH. You may also visit http://cheeseanything.com/ for more Eden Cheese recipes.

Get to know Mommy Star by visiting her here:
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/stariray2011
YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBaqAbWvHdOmH3rKActj2Ng

Goldilocks brings Pistang Pinoy to your table!

It is the merry month of fiesta, another Filipino tradition worth waiting for. Where there are more families and friends getting together to reconnect and strengthen bonds through food. Where you could eat your favorite dishes all in one seating! What is your favorite filipino fiesta food? Mine is kare-kare, mechado and Pancit!

The Filipino culture is steeped in a rich tradition of festivities and celebrations, with almost every town and city holding a commemorative occasion. In Lucban, Quezon, the annual Pahiyas Festival has become widely known as one of the most colorful and vibrant celebrations in the country, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

In true Pinoy fashion, merriment is always accompanied by good food, and signature dishes such as Pansit Habhab, Broas, Kiping, and the ubiquitous Lukban Longganisa have made the Pahiyas an even greater delight for those who attend.

Throughout the month of May, Goldilocks Foodshop – through its Goldilocks Pistang Pinoy offerings – captures the culinary essence of Pahiyas through its new Pancit Habhab with Lucban Longganisa combo meal. Tasty noodles, fresh vegetables, and the juiciest pork links makes this dish the pride of Quezon.

To taste the goodness of a Filipino fiesta, visit your nearest Goldilocks branch, or join the conversation by following Goldilocks on Twitter or Instagram at @GoldilocksPH, or the Goldilocks Facebook page []

5 Ways to win over opponent at Laser Tag, Lazer Maxx

I once visited the Lazer Maxx laser tag arena 4 years ago with friends but I never had a chance of playing inside. I just waited outside Centris and roamed around. If I only knew that this would be fun and a good exercise for those stressing out. I would be a regular customer, given my age.

The thought that came to mind when I was inside the Lazer Maxx laser tag arena was that of "this is a cool way to vent, when your relationship is on the rocks or worst, went off". That way you would be hitting your opponent more than usual and you'll get points out of that.   Lazer Maxx is a place to go to with its glowing pillars, black lighting and exhilarating sounds. The heart pumping action ups your adrenaline and before you knew it, your 15 minutes of Lasertagging has come to an end.

The rule when lasertagging is to focus on shots fired. Fire constantly.  Never stop firing.  Even if nobody is in your line of sight, just keep firing.  When you see someone, just keep the trigger going.

To earn your points and I guess the best way to win your opponent is to stay in spots that keep one of your sides well protected, up against a barrier that protects your side and your back unexposed.  That way your opponent, will have a hard time hitting you.

This May, be the hero of your own civil war as Lazer Maxx laser tag arena, offers 20% off on a single game every Monday to Thursday, and 30% off for groups of 20 players and up, as a part of their Lazer War promo.

Bring your family and friends and choose your side, as you battle it out in a fun filled game, shooting or tagging your opponents with Laser guns in an arena designed with your civil war and x-men characters.

Laser tagging at Lazermaxx is not just all fun, it also helps you build team work, strong camaraderie and at the same time, gives you a great physical activity and challenge.

We can also bring the Laser tag experience to you in a customized indoor/outdoor arena complete with inflatable bases, lights and sound system and seven sets of vests and guns per team. The venue of the outside game will be the client’s preference, whether it be at a garden, a covered court or even just a spacious room.

Lazer Maxx is open to players of all ages and each arena can accommodate up to 24 participants per game. A single game lasts for about 15 minutes, set in a two-floor arena with obstacles where players can hide and chase their opponents.

Walk-in customers are welcome but reservations are recommended especially on weekends. Standard rates are Php 190.00 per head on weekdays (Monday-Thursday, 12nn-9pm) and Php 220.00 on weekends (Friday-Sunday, 10am-10pm).

For inquiries and reservations, contact Lazer Maxx at 584-5958 for Greenhills and 441-
1958 for Eton Centris Walk. You may also access online at lazermaxx.ph@gmail.com
and www.facebook.com/lazermaxxph.

Secure your child’s education with a Philam Life policy

(From left) Philam Life Chief Life Operations Officer Richard Bracken hands-over a check to Philam Life Policyholder Agnes Belazon


Agnes Belazon knows how a mother’s love can fuel her to do whatever it takes for her child to have a good life with a college education. She however did more than just toil away. She made the right step of purchasing an education policy after the birth of her eldest daughter Jheansen.

Nineteen years later, Agnes is now nearing the fulfillment of her dream of a college degree for her daughter. Jheansen is now in her graduating year at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines’ Human Resources Management program, graduating ahead of time. Having a Philam Life education policy freed Agnes of financial worry as Philam Life releases semi-annual payouts just in time for every school semester’s enrollment.

Since 2004, Philam Life has delivered timely payouts of over PHP10 billion in education benefits. This May, 50,000 scholars nationwide will receive their education funds in time for the first semester of school year 2016-2017.  This is a testament to the company’s ability to fulfill its promise to help parents give their children a good education, year after year.

Like Agnes, you too can secure your child’s education with a Philam Life policy.
For more information, get in-touch with a Philam Life Financial Advisor or visit www.philamlife.com.

A better life begins with a smart choice: Life Smart

More than anything in the world, Filipinos value their family the most. Breadwinners work hard to maintain a stable source of income to provide for their family’s needs and to achieve a worry-free and happy family life. Making choices in life is hard because of the loved ones to consider.

The future holds a lot of uncertainties.  No matter how careful anyone tries to be, things may not go according to plan.  A smart choice that every breadwinner should make is to have the right plan that can help them prepare for the future.

Recognizing the need to simplify the value of an insurance protection plan, Philam Life recently introduced Life Smart, an insurance plan designed to give the policyholder a worry-free future with life insurance coverage, accident and terminal illness benefits so that his family can continue to live the life he planned for them. If nothing happens by the end of the plan, he can get his payments back plus an additional cash bonus, making it a smart choice for his needs.

Life Smart gives guaranteed life insurance coverage with accident and terminal illness benefits.   This means that in case the policyholder passes away, his beneficiaries will receive the full coverage of his plan.

If cause of death was due to an accident, the amount that the beneficiaries will receive becomes double the amount of the insurance coverage.

If the policyholder gets diagnosed with a terminal illness, he will receive the guaranteed benefit in advance.

Moreover, after 20 years, the policyholder will get all the payments back.  Plus, he can also get additional cash through yearly dividends and a loyalty bonus.

Think of it this way: the breadwinner and his family are financially protected the entire time for 20 years, and if nothing unexpected happens, all the payments will be returned. As the name implies, Philam Life’s new Life Smart plan is designed to be smart and simple.

A better life begins with a smart choice.  So make the smart choice today with Life Smart. Visit www.philamlife.com.

Modern Living TV features celebrity hosts Bianca Gonzalez and Stephanie Zubiri

Don’t miss the latest episode of PhilSTAR TV’s “Modern Living TV,” as celebrity hosts and lifestyle columnists Bianca Gonzalez and Stephanie Zubiri scout for the most beautiful living spaces and try out the latest metro trends and hobbies.

Join Steph as she meets up with Mia Borromeo of Philippine Tatler Homes for a quick  tour around the lavish Hermès Maison store. Exclusively carrying luxury French home’s furniture, Hermès Maison has the latest luxe styling trends in store as seen in the most grandiose homes here and abroad.

However, living glamorously does not have to be confined to one’s home. The MLTV team explores ‘glamping,’ (a portmanteau on glamour and camping) the newest trend among those who wish to experience the great outdoors without sacrificing luxury.

After the break, Bianca discovers the secrets of everyday make-up from the experts at MAC Cosmetics. Learn how to sport a more polished and beautiful visage everyday in just five minutes.

For this week’s featured living space, Avida’s One Antonio is a condo-city tucked in the quiet side of San Antonio Village, a private, sensible, and rejuvenating enclave in close proximity to Makati’s Central Business District.

The fifth season of Modern Living TV has 13 episodes, running every Saturday since March 5 until May 28 on ANC at 6 p.m., with replays on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Modern Living TV is the first lifestyle TV show by a news media organization.

Every 30-minute episode of Modern Living TV features the latest eye candy in the form of breathtaking living spaces and other elements of modern living. The show will also present informative and entertaining segments that feature the hottest lifestyle trends.

For more updates, like and follow https://www.facebook.com/ModernLivingTV and @ModernLiving_TV on Instagram and Twitter.  To watch past episodes, log on to philstartv.com.