It’s Raining Deals in F1 Hotel Manila

Seems like rain can’t stop from falling, so why not embrace it and visit F1 Hotel Manila this July until August for their rainy day promotions? Make yourself feel at home with F1 Hotel’s suite rooms and appetizing selection of food to offer.

Cuddle up and keep yourself comfy and warm by availing an overnight stay in a City Suite with “Make It Rain” Room Package. This comes with buffet breakfast and complimentary in-room massage for two (2) persons, for the special rate of Php 6,388 nett per night. This staycation is perfect for couples, or for the whole family to enjoy!

Grab your festive hats when visiting F1 Hotel’s F All-Day Dining for the American Feast which is available every Friday & Saturday. Bountiful buffet spread awaits you for lunch or dinner at only Php 1,699 nett per person. Alongside the American Feast, F1 Hotel also offers Sausage Festival at the Canary Lounge, wherein a variety of great a la carte sausage dishes is served.  What is good food without drinks? Celebrate with friends with 2+1 Beer Plunge, by getting your third bottle of beer for free, for every three beer bottles purchased.

Turn this rainy season into a bright staycation by visiting F1 Hotel Manila Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. To place reservation or inquiries, call 908-7888, send an e-mail to inquiry@f1hotelsandresorts.com or visit their website at www.f1hotelmanila.com. 

Robinsons 10th Fit & Fun Wellness Buddy Run: Why its beneficial to run with a buddy

I started going to the gym 2 months ago. Until I felt a throbbing right leg pain that lasted for 2 weeks. I got myself checked up.  My PT doctor recommended and signed me up to a Rehab Medicine. My therapist recommended an exercise focused mainly on leg strengthening. I underwent ultrasound for the right leg and completed my 4 sessions and took glucosamine for my bones. The pain was gone after the treatment and asked my therapist if its okay to go back to the gym and or run.  She said that I should as soon as possible.

It was just in time that an invite for Robinsons 10th Fit & Fun Wellness Buddy Run came up. I have been running for Robinsons since 2015. The first time I ran for 5K I remember I was alone but instantly got a blogger buddy at the venue. It was fun, because  I endured the whole 5K , walking, running and jogging with a whole lot of chika along its pace and turns with my blogger friend Ruth. There was never a dull moment, before we knew it, we were at the finish line.

The good thing about running for 5K is that it takes a less of a toll on your body. With short races, the less mileage you run, the lower your risk to have injuries. That's why I always signed up for 5K.  Its a safe and fun way to build stamina.

I promised myself since then that I will join Robinsons fun run every year with or without a partner.  Last year though, I was surprised that my partner joined the run. He woke up early, dressed up and eagerly joined me.  We were a running pair since then. Errr, a running/jogging/walking pair, to you.

Last Sunday, July 2 Robinsons Supermarket held its 10th Fit & Fun Wellness Buddy Run at Camp Aguinaldo. I ran again with my buddy Ed of whereiseduy.com. We left the house at 5am and arrived in Camp Aguinaldo at 6:15 am. The traffic was building up around Cubao but we were lucky to have parked inside the Camp and was able to ran even if we were 10 minutes late.

We finished the race for 35 minutes and he told me that he would be joining annually. That was good news for me.

In line with Robinsons Supermarket’s wellness campaign to continuously encourage more people to choose and live healthier lifestyles, the Fit & Fun Wellness Buddy Run gave everyone an opportunity to partner with friends and family, and run together towards the finish line.

“Through the years, the Fit & Fun Buddy Run has been a much-anticipated event for a lot of people. It’s our kick-off as we celebrate with the nation, Wellness and Nutrition month. It provides a fun gateway activity for fitness newbies who are just about to start their wellness journey and loyal runners,” said general manager of Robinsons Supermarket, Mr. Jody Gadia.

Hosted by volleyball superstar and TV personality, Gretchen Ho, the event also featured exciting booths with lots of freebies from Nestle Philippines, Johnson & Johnson, Fonterra, Unilab and Wyeth Nutrition, Unilever, International Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (IPI), Procter & Gamble, Abbott Nutrition, Getz Bros, Ecossential, Del Monte, Foodsphere Inc., and Philusa.

Coaches Jim and Toni Saret prepped-up the runners with a short work-out and invited them to register on-site for the Fit Filipino 1 Million Pounds National Weight Loss Challenge, the biggest on-ground and online wellness program in the country which aims to encourage everyone to pledge and lose weight.

The Fun Run is just one of the programs this July. Robinsons Supermarket is also giving away Healthy You snack platters for a minimum purchase of Php3,000 inclusive of Php 500 worth of participating items of the Wellness Festival.

Robinsons Supermarket‘s commitment to wellness campaign extends to providing Filipinos with delicious and healthy food options and alternatives.

Check out their Facebook page www.facebook.com/RobinsonsSupermarketOfficial or website www.robinsonssupermarket.com.ph to see what's good for you.

A festive celebration marks the opening of Jollibee’s 1000th store!

 Jollibee Philippines President JJ Alano (10th from left) led the milestone store’s unveiling. Also in the photo are (from left) Jollibee National Business Channels Head Manuel Yap, North Luzon Regional Business Unit (RBU) Head Lines Briones, Visayas RBU Head Winston Sia, South Luzon RBU Head Bambi Bejo, Metro North RBU Head Mike Castro, Mindanao RBU Head Ana Aluyen, Metro South RBU Head Rose Caalam, Restaurant Systems Head Jon Villanueva, Research and Development Head Edna Barin, HR Head George Wang III, Franchising Head Kay So, Marketing Head Francis Flores, and Finance Head Cynthia Castro.

MILLIONS SERVED, COUNTLESS JOYS. Jollibee Philippines President JJ Alano thanks Filipinos for being part of Jollibee’s journey to its first thousand stores in his opening remarks.

A TOAST TO JOY AND GREAT PARTNERSHIPS. Jollibee Foods Corporation Chairman Tony Tan Caktiong and Jollibee Group Foundation President Grace Tan Caktiong celebrate the 1000th store milestone with the ceremonial Chickenjoy Toast.

A JOLLY THANK YOU. Jollibee Foods Corporation Chairman Tony Tan Caktiong and Jollibee Group Foundation President Grace Tan Caktiong hand over the ceremonial check to farmers Rowell Lopez of Ilocos Sur and Lawrence Catabay of Pangasinan.  The two are members of Jollibee’s Farmer Entrepreneurship Program, which stands to benefit from the P10-million worth of technical and financial assistance Jollibee has earmarked for its farmer partners.

The 1000th store landmark.  Jollibee BGC Triangle Drive’s wooden landmark bears the names of all Jollibee branches nationwide, from the first to the 999th. Standing in front of the milestone landmark are Jollibee National Business Channels Head Manuel Yap, Visayas RBU Head, Research and Development Head Edna Barin, Franchising Head Kay So, North Luzon RHU Head Lines Briones, brand ambassador Anne Curtis, Jollibee, Finance Head Cynthia Castro, Mindanao RBU Head Ana Aluyen, South Luzon RBU Head Bambi Bejo, and Marketing Head Francis Flores.

My Daily Collagen: Your Daily Health and Beauty Drink

Since I learned about collagen supplements a few years ago, I  have tried almost every kind of collagen product in the market. Thanks to my friends who kept raving about how it could make you 10 years younger and give you glowing and supple skin.

I ordered online and bought supplement tablets and collagen in powdered form. It was not cheap, but I had to take it because of my bone problems too and getting the glowy and younger skin was just an added bonus.

At that time, buying online wasn't as convenient as it is today. But as soon as I tried the products I got it was definitely worth the price and all the trouble i had to go through.

However, when I tried to order again the supplier said it was already out of stock.  So, I had no choice but to try locally products available in the market, and sadly, the ones we have here weren't as good.

The side effect was that I gained a lot of weight in 2 months of taking the collagen supplement, so I stopped and did research on other alternatives.

I found out that one of the best collagen products were those that came from Japan. So when I got invited to the launch of My Daily Collagen drink a few weeks ago you could just imagine my excitement. My Daily Collagen was launched last June 20 at Solaire Resort and Casino. The event was hosted by Miss World 2013 Megan Young and Mister World Philippines titleholder Andrew Wolf. 

 It comes in delicious mango flavor.

My Daily Collagen, which is formulated to promote radiant, firmer and youthful skin, is the cheapest in the market at P149 for a 100mL bottle.

It not only works as an anti-aging agent, it also contains properties that boosts the body's immune system and helps heal wounds faster. It is likewise rich in nutrients, vitamin B complex, amino acids and enzymes, as well as contains royal jelly which is known to promote longevity.

Also present were some of the most beautiful people in Manila--2017 Miss Universe Philippines Rachel Peters, 2017 Bb. Pilipinas Grand International Elizabeth Clenci, 2015 Miss Tourism Queen of the Year International Leren Mae Bautista, 2015 Bb. Pilipinas International Janicel Lubina, 2015 Mutya ng Pilipinas Janela Joy Cuaton. 2016 Mister World Philippines Sam Adjani is brand endorser.

Actresses Ara Mina, Arny Ross, Say Alonzo, Dianne Medina; and actors Arron Villaflor and Rodjun Cruz also supported the event.

"Some Hollywood celebrities even talk of how cameras can be unforgiving to public personalities who age," said Ana Perez, president of Global Wellness Enterprise, the exclusive dealer of the Japanese brand My Daily Collagen drink in the Philippines.

Perez was referring to actor George Clooney, who last year said he had considered retiring from acting at age 55 when he realized that he was getting old and couldn't "stay in front of the camera my whole life."

"While topical collagen, or those that are injected, affect only a specific area of the body, ingestible collagen helps in the overall health of the skin," said Perez. Collagen is a type of protein  in the body that helps keep skin firm and elastic. As a person reaches the age of 30, collagen production reduces significantly. Dry, blemished or wrinkled skin are among the results of collagen loss.

The launch of My Collagen Drink on June 20 at the Solaire Resort and Casino was hosted by Miss World 2013 Megan Young and Mister World Philippines titleholder Andrew Wolff.

KA TUNYING’S CAFÉ partners with The Bistro Group for a new take on Pinoy comfort food

I discovered Ka Tunying's cafe due to a blogging event this year. I have been there twice.   Its always a favorite venue for an event or product launch because of their famous pinoy food with a twist.  My personal favorite from their menu is is the thick and creamy champorado with tuyo flakes partner with Hot Tsokolate Ala Eh. This reminds me so much of home and childhood. Their coffee bun and ensaymada is also a must-try from their bread products.

Chocolate Ala Eh

Tonton and Ka Tunying

I recently got an invite to witness their partnership with The Bistro Group. There, I got to try their best seller dishes from appetizer, mains and dessert. I would recommend the Arroz Ala Tunying,  my comfort food. Its perfectly hot and savory garnished with chicken and egg.   Perfect for the rainy weather.  I can have this anytime of the day though. Next is their new dish crispy and tasty Bruce Tawilis, just order a cup of rice for a complete meal.

Okoy

Inasar si Caesar Salad

Arroz Ala Tunying

Cabanatuan Longsilog

Bakbakan Platter

KTC Dessert Platter

Bruce Tawilis

To stay competitive in the food business, Ka Tunying's Cafe recently partners with The Bistro Group of Restaurants, on June 29 (the same company that operates popular casual dining restaurants such as TGIFridays, Italiannis, Denny’s, Texas Roadhouse and Buffalo Wild Wings, among others.) The event was attended by Ka Tunying and wife Rossel, and The Bistro Group of Restaurants executives.

KA TUNYING’S CAFÉ, whose owner/founder are Filipino broadcast journalist and radio commentator Anthony “Ka Tunying” Taberna and his wife, Rossel, is one of those places that has been a part family bondings, barkada get-togethers, office lunches and after-work dinners. And while many are drawn to its menu of local favorites, the restaurant has strived to evolve with the times by introducing innovative spins to traditional Filipino food.

Food trail: From Nueva Ecija to Manila 
Anthony Taberna, grew up in Nueva Ecija where the Taberna family owned and ran a local panaderya called “Ka Tunying’s Tinapay, Kape, at Iba Pa” (which later became “Tunying’s Bread”).

Named after his father, Antonio Taberna, Sr. (the original Ka Tunying), the bakeshop somewhat became a town destination over the years. Some of its customers even brought their signature crinkles and Spanish bread as baon and pasalubong when travelling to Manila. These breads soon found their way to supermarket fairs and pop-up bazaars around Metro Manila. It was only a matter of time then that customers clamored for a brick and mortar store in Metro Manila that would sell the scrumptious treats.

The growing demand for Tunying’s crinkles and bread gave the husband and wife team the push they needed to venture into the food business. Aside from baked products, Anthony and Rossel also thought of offering Filipino food we can’t live without.

“My wife is from Laguna and both of us love bread and home-cooked meals prepared by her Mommy Marilou and my Nanay Benny,” Tunying shared, waxing nostalgic.

So in 2015, Ka Tunying’s Café opened its doors on Visayas Avenue and debuted a complete menu offering from breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals. The restaurant also introduced the Manila crowd  their unique coolers.

Soon after, Anthony and Rossel opened branches in Timog Avenue and at NAIA Terminal 3 to make it accessible to more people including balikbayans and OFWs craving for a taste of home.

Sikat Dito, Pinoy food with a twist: Dishes you should try 

Staying true to its roots has always been part of the appeal of Ka Tunying’s Café, which has held on to its well-loved dishes in spite of the barrage of food trends.
There’s the bestseller Arroz Ala Tunying and Cabanatuan Longsilog with choices of recado, batutay and hamonado. The Umagang Kay Sarap dishes are available all-day with other must-try dishes like Tsamporado with Tuyo Flakes and Creamy Baked Bangus. Add a minimal amount for a cup of Ka Tunying’s Blend Coffee (P55) and Unlimited Rice (P35).

Dishes that people are coming back for (binabalik balikan) are called   Sikat Dito which include those with unique twists such as the creamy Tinapa Carbonara and  Ka-Love-Asa Lasagna. 

Ka-Love-Asa Lasagna. 

Ka Tunying’s Café also brought something from the province, foremost of which is Pancit Ni Nanay Benny, a family recipe developed by Ka Tunying’s mom.

Pancit Ni Nanay Benny,

Their breads remain to be popular, too and are baked fresh every day like the Kamote Cheesebread and Kalabasa Ensaymada among others.

Ka Tunying’s Café is a venue for social and corporate functions. In the Timog branch, for example, there are two function rooms that could each accommodate up to 20 persons for those who want a more private setting.

Partnering with Bistro 
As Ka Tunying’s Café works to stay competitive in the food business with the objective of expanding the brand, the restaurant inked a partnership

“In collaboration with the Bistro Group, we have enhanced our bestselling dishes and breads while simultaneously introducing the new appetizer, mains, and desserts that will delight old and new guests, “the Tabernas said. “We are happy to be working with them in growing our brands.”

“The Bistro Group is excited about this partnership. We are working together to ensure that we maintain the same delectable Filipino comfort food that guests have grown accustomed to and at the same time give them something
new to look forward to every so often. Essentially, it’s still Ka Tunying’s Café, Pinoy comfort food with a twist stamped the signature Bistro brand of service,”
said Jean Paul Manuud, President and COO of The Bistro Group.

To mark this important milestone, Ka Tunying’s Café has also lined up new dishes such as Bruce Tawilis, Tinapang Lumangoy sa Monggo and Labo-Labo na Chopseuy. There are also Linamnam Meals (solo meals with 2 viands and rice) and Bakbakan Platter that is good for sharing.

To know more about Ka Tunying Café.
Contact Number: (02) 366 1342
Facebook: www.facebook.com/katunyingscafe
Official Hashtag: #katunyingscafe

Tips on how to choose the best portable power supply/power bank for your needs

Here are quick tips on how to choose the best portable power supply/power bank for your needs:

• First and most important is you need to know about the battery size and the charger specifications of your gadget, you can find it printed on the box. This is because you need a power bank that should have at least the same capacity of your device battery to ensure that your battery gets fully charged at least once with the power bank. If your phone frequently runs out of battery, get the highest mAh power bank that you can afford so that you have enough battery stored for emergencies.

Tag- 6 Silver

Tag- 9 Silver

Promate has power banks of different capacities such as the Tag-6 with 6000 mAh; Tag-9 with 9000 mAh; Zenith-10 and Polymax-10 both with 10000 mAh; Tag-15 with 15000 mAh; and the Promate ProVolta-21 with 20800 mAH

Tag-6 Black

For those who usually bring a smartphone and tablet, a 10000 mAh powerbank is a safe choice for a power bank just like the Promate VolTag-10. The Promate Voltag 10 lithium polymer power bank is lightweight and has ultra-fast USB charging ports that lets you charge two devices at the same time. The Automatic Voltage Regulation feature provides optimum output based on the device connected. It also comes in four colors black, white, pink, and light blue to complement your style or mood.

Those looking for a higher capacity power bank should be contented with the Promate ProVolta-21. This 20800 mAh power bank can charge up to 3 devices simultaneously and has a max 3.1A output and a fire proof ABS body

Now, if you are going for a more outdoor trip, say maybe mountain climbing or camping with small appliances, Promate has a MIGHTY solution. The Promate Mighty is indoor/outdoor Heavy-Duty Emergency Power Station with an unbeatable 60,000 mAH of power offering a one-stop solution for all your charging needs. The 200w inverter provides 230v AC mains power to run appliances such as TVs and laptops. It can fully charge laptops 3 times, or 20 full charges for smartphones.

Tag-15 Black

• Depending on the number of devices you carry, choose one that has several ports or cables so you could recharge more than one device at a time, saving you the trouble of having to wait for each one to finish.

The ProVolta-21 for example has several USB Ports with LED Flash so you can charge up to 3 devices simultaneously. The ProMate PolyMAX-Uni meanwhile includes replaceable Micro-USB and Type-C cables for Android gadgets as well as a Lighting Connector for your Apple device.

• With its costly price tag, you have to consider your gadgets as a valued investment so it’s best to get a power bank that comes with a power-cut power feature in the event of a short circuit. All ProMate power banks have automatic voltage regulation designed to protect your device from getting overcharged.

ProVolta-21
• Lastly, it is better to spend a little more on a power bank from a reputable brand to save you further costs. Get your Promate power banks from authorized sellers such as Silicon Valley, Lazada, National Bookstore, Abacus, Electroworld & Abenson to ensure that you are getting the genuine thing and be entitled to the full warranty.

“Promate thrives on creativity and we are devoted to finding a solution for all your digital entertainment and personal computing demands. Just like the rest of our lifestyle technology products, we are committed to strict quality control procedures to ensure that all our products are of the highest standards,” says Condes.

Promate Technologies has a full line up of portable power solutions from Power Cases, Car Chargers, Home Chargers, Laptop Chargers, Universal Travel Adaptors, to Wireless Charging Solutions and Power Banks.

Visit the Promate stores at SM North EDSA Annex, SM Clark, Ayala Cebu, Robinsons Place Ermita, ALL Silicon Valley Stores Nationwide, Abacus, National Bookstore, Electroworld & Abenson. Promate is also available through www.lazada.com.ph/promate-store.