Celebrate Buwan ng Wika with Goldilocks Filipino dishes

As we continue to celebrate the country’s Buwan ng Wika, a designated time to highlight the beauty that is the Filipino people. We are reminded of all of the great contributions that made Filipinos who we are today.

From music, traditional customs, games, and the implementation and usage of the national language, the month-long event aims to reinvigorate the Filipino spirit as we continue to progress through an ever changing world.

Another must have during the celebration is the presence of Filipino food! With this in mind, Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop is happy to highlight their Filipino favorites during this festive celebration.

Indulge yourself with classic Filipino dishes such as savory staples which include delicious Pancit Malabon and Palabok, and for those with a sweet tooth, Goldilocks’ Leche Flan w/ Ube Halaya and their Classic Puto boxes are a must have!

Celebrate Buwan ng Wika with these Filipino favorites at any Goldilocks Foodstore, nationwide. For more information, you may also follow Goldilocks on Twitter or Instagram at @GoldilocksPH, on the Goldilocks Facebook page, or at the official Goldilocks website at www.goldilocks.com.ph

Feeling overwhelmed and stressed out? Here's why you need some #MeTime

While browsing through my feed the other day, I came across an article that says that our 50’s will be the unhappiest time of our lives.



It scared me. Just when I thought I’ve found happiness, here’s something that’s telling me that I should enjoy it while I can.



I’ll be another year older in a couple of weeks so I was a bit affected by this study that’s telling me that I might be facing some really unhappy years ahead of me.



Its all about the “U-shaped” happiness life curve, the article said. Life starts out great, gets worse some time in your late 40s and early 50s, then gets better again.



So why are our 50s the low point? Its supposed to be the beginning of our golden years right and gold certainly puts a smile on anyone’s face.



For one, the researchers point out that middle-aged people are often at the peak of their careers, which causes a great deal of stress. Alternatively, people are at the point where they feel like they should be at the peak of their career and they’re not even close. Also, by your 40s and 50s parents have children coming of age to worry about. It seems the oft-joked-about “midlife crisis” is a reaction to a very real low point.



So I thought about it, and I honestly think it depends on how you’ve been living your life.



For me my 40s was the most difficult time. My kids were all in college and each of them had their own issues, which was normal, but if you have 3 college kids, you know what I mean.



Managing the household, coping with some financial challenges and trying to start a career in a new field wasn’t easy. I worked in a hospital for almost 16 years before I tried working in a few BPO companies.



I quit my job, and somehow I ended up blogging, which was a turning point for me.



That was 5 years ago.

When I was starting out I would attend almost 2 to 3 events a day a week, depending on invites. I felt excited again.



Blogging had rekindled my passion for writing and I found happiness whenever I would get invites to events. But as the years went on, I realized I was becoming even more busy than when I had a full time job.

I still love what I do but I think my age is starting to catch up. Sobrang pagoda na. There are times in life when it all just feels like too much.



That was the time I realized I also needed time for myself.

That's why, I always set aside time for weekends. To see my kids and grandkids and try to visit a spa for a mani/pedi or even a relaxing massage.



When you are a mom, we often feel that taking time out for ourselves is selfish. We have been taught that we must work hard to deserve health and happiness to prioritize our kids and our families. That kind of thinking puts pressure on ourselves to be perfect.



And that is exactly why we need some time alone for ourselves time to rest and make ourselves feel and look great once again.

Now before I go home, I always drop by Watsons whenever I can to replenish my vitamins. Right now, I just discovered that they are selling Cosmoskin GSE. I take it before I go to bed to prepare for another day. It helps me relax and it brightens my skin too. I noticed that it helps with dark spots.



I recently attended Watsons PH #MeTime campaign last Aug 16 at SM Aura, Taguig. The event was attended by Ms Shamcey Supsup Lee, Influencers Vern and Verniece Enciso,  Raiza Contawi,  Celebrities Kris Bernal, Thea Tolentino and others.

I have tried the Ponds booth with Skin Advisor App. You have to take your picture and the app will determine how old you are through your skin analysis. It read 36! Yey! Lakas maka good vibes. 

Make Time for #MeTime!
Whether you are a stay-at-home parent or a professional with a killer schedule, you need to pause, take a break, and make time for #MeTime. The reason is simple: You owe it to yourself and to those you care for to take time to recharge and be your beautiful and healthy best.

Watsons takes to heart this self-caring philosophy with the “Make Time for #MeTime” campaign.  This campaign inspires everyone to take time to take care of themselves with Watsons’ skin, beauty, hair, and health products plus a wide range of cosmetics that are perfect for a relaxing treat at home.

Pamper your skin
What better way to spend #MeTime than lavishing your neglected skin with love? Watsons’ range of products from Ponds, Olay, Neutrogena, St. Ives, Belo, Celeteque, Mediheal, Snow, and Garnier have all the skin-pampering love to keep your complexion fresh and radiant.

Revitalize your hair
The perfect place to spend some #MeTime effortlessly?  In the shower, of course!  Treat your strands to Watsons’ hair products from Creamsilk, Palmolive, Lauat Shampoo, Suave, Dove, and Moringa and give your locks a luxurious #MeTime treat.

Get gorgeous
Take some #MeTime to swipe on some lipstick or paint your nails!  Watsons’ extensive collection of cosmetics from Celeteque, Belle, and Chic Bobbie will get you gorgeous in no time.



Nourish from within
There’s no other way to put it: To be truly beautiful, you need to be healthy.  That’s why your #MeTime must also include taking care of yourself from within with Watsons’ range of supplements and health products from Enervon, Cosmo Skin, Poten-cee, MX3, and Salonpas.

Busy is the enemy of Health and Beauty
Are you too busy to be beautifully healthy? All it takes is a trip to Watsons to curate a set of health and beauty revitalizers and treat yourself to some well-deserved #MeTime! Plus, if you’re an SM Advantage Card holder and purchase at least P500 worth of products, you can even win an iPhone X while you’re at it!

Indeed, with Watsons, #MeTime is not only essential.  It is rewarding.

Less stress. More self-love.
At the end of the day, making time for #MeTime is all about stressing less and loving your beauty, health, and wellness more.  At a time when everyone is busy with bucket lists and to-do lists, don’t forget to make time for that one person who deserves all the extra TLC you pour out to everybody else: Yourself!

After all, when you love yourself, you can love others more. And when you do, you don’t only look good, but you also feel great!

Ms Shamcey Supsup Lee

Be part of Tagaytay Highlands and create lasting memories with families, friends, and fellow sports enthusiasts

How would you like to live in a community that offers a holistic and unique mountain resort experience like no other? Where you have a stunning view and a cool climate with your loved ones.

After a stressful workweek dealing with chaotic traffic and other woes of city living, most people just want to spend a relaxing weekend in the company of family and friends. Few, however, can beat the enthusiasm of avid golfers for finding the perfect getaway, one that exudes the luxury and elegance of a premier mountain resort community and provides access to a championship golf course set amidst breathtaking views.

This is why Tagaytay Highlands has become the favorite weekend destination of golfers and their families, where they spend time with other residents and guests who share the same passion for the sport.

Tagaytay Highlands is home to Asia’s most exciting golf course, the Tagaytay Highlands Golf Club, in which man-made ingenuity seamlessly blends with the natural terrain and lush greens of the Tagaytay landscape.

And then there’s the Tagaytay Midlands Golf Club, an equally challenging 18-hole championship golf course set amidst abundant greenery and a perfect vantage point of the Taal Lake and Volcano. Witness the perfect view while starting your first tee or while having lunch with family at the Midlands Golfers Lounge.

At the end of a long and fulfilling day and a round of golf, residents can then recharge in the comforts of their own home at Horizon Terraces or Vireya, two of Tagaytay Highlands’ most favored residential developments that are in close proximity to the Tagaytay Midlands Golf Club.

An Urban Escape amidst Nature at Horizon Terraces
Residents who long for a weekend retreat closer to nature can find the perfect home at Horizon Terraces. This 3.2-hectare community boasts of a contemporary Asian design aesthetic in its Garden Villas and Garden Suites, which are laid out, terrace-style, to afford postcard-pretty views of the Taal Lake and Volcano, the distant Mt. Makiling, the Midlands Golf Course, and its own lush central park.

The Garden Villas are three-bedroom townhouses of 136 to 154 square meters masterfully designed for large, close-knit families who long for a quick disconnect from the urban frenzy. Each living space is complemented by large glass windows and sliding doors to maximize natural light, cool breeze, and refreshing views. The ground floor in each unit features a multi-functional den that may be converted into an entertainment area or a guest room.

The Garden Suites are perfect for growing families and individuals. These well-planned one- and two-bedroom units range from 43 to 68 square meters in size highlighted by large panel sliding windows that maximize natural lighting and ventilation and an expansive balcony to enjoy views.

Inspired by the radiance of nature that surrounds it, Horizon Terraces promises holistic indulgence through the community’s very own central park, where laidback moments or active adventures can be found within a hectare of lush, verdant setting. Over 70% of the development is dedicated to open spaces and lush gardens while therapeutic walkways, private nooks, and a jogging path weave through the entire area as spaces to converge and commune. Two swimming pools and a playground call for invigorating activities within a serene refuge.

A Mountainside Paradise at Vireya
Families who prefer to dwell in a tropical haven can choose Vireya, the first and only tropical resort community in Tagaytay Highlands where the cool mist of the mountains complements with the vibrant warmth of the tropics.

Located at the highest point of the Midlands, future residents can build tropical-inspired homes on 250- to 562-square-meter lots wherein elements of wood and wide glass windows and high-pitched roofs and entryways allow the verdant outdoors in.

Satisfy your distinct leisurely pursuits amidst the mountainside tropics with exclusive amenities that can be found within Vireya. Enjoy memorable moments at the Pavana, Vireya’s central amenity with a pavilion and swimming pool, or unwind in relaxation at the Ammanya Massage Point.


Spend serene afternoons with nature at Vireya’s pocket parks or gardens such as the Cala Mira, Leafwing, Herb Garden, and Garden Patio. Or lounge in your favorite spot at the first neighborhood Treehouse in Tagaytay Highlands. Residents can also maintain a fit and active lifestyle through the jogging paths.

If you’re looking for a haven that offers a holistic and unique mountain resort experience like no other, be part of Tagaytay Highlands and create lasting memories with families, friends, and fellow sports enthusiasts.

Tagaytay Highlands is the premier mountain resort development of the SM Group in Tagaytay. Nestled in the highest elevations of the city, it is a leisure destination that speaks of exclusivity and luxury, where stunning nature views and a breezy, cool climate come together to redefine relaxation. For inquiries about owning a Highlands home, call +632 5052422 and +63917 5150158 or visit www.tagaytayhighlands.com

Gipit? Need ng instant cash ng may mataas na appraisal? Punta ka na sa Cebuana Lhuillier

Dati kapag naririnig ko ang salitang sangla, parang sobrang kawawa at gipit na yung tao. Naiisip ko baka natalo sa sugal, nag adik at kung ano pang kamalasan. Siguro dahil na din sa mga napapanood ko sa TV, pero parang sobrang nakakahiya kapag nagpunta ka na sa sanglaan.  Yung tipong takot ka pang makita ng kapitbahay na nagsasanla dahil siguradong ikaw na ang bida sa susunod na tsismisan nila.  Na kesyo may kapamilya ka ng napariwara, o nakaw yung gamit na sinasangla mo o talagang wala ka ng matakbuhan at mautangang kapamilya kaya desperado ka na at sanglaan na ang huli mong matatakbuhan.

Sabagay hindi mo din masisi kase hindi iilan lamang ang sanglaan dati, nasa sulok pa ng kalye na parang kahit sila ay nagtatago din. Pero ngayon natural na lang ang magsangla kung wala ka ng ibang malalapitan.

Naranasan mo na rin bang may babayaran kang past due date na, pero ang sweldo ilang araw pa. Ayaw mo naman galawin ang savings mo dahil alam mo di na ulit maibabalik yun.  Kung meron ka mang ATM account, malamang naghihintay din yun malagyan katulad mo.

Ang hirap ng ganyan diba mga mumsh?

Madalas mangyari sa akin yan nung nag aaral pa ang mga anak ko ng college. Tama na sana yung kwenta ko ng tuition fees, tapos nalimot ko may mga libro pang bibilhin and worst may miscellaneous fees pa. Haist ang buhay nanay nga naman.

Kaya tuloy one-time ay nagalaw ko yung set of earrings na naitabi ko. Naalala ko na yun ang kauna unahang alahas na nabili ko, pero dala ng pangangailangan, ayun naisanla ko siya para pandagdag sa pambayad ng bills. Buti na lang din may malapit lang ng Cebuana Lhuillier sa amin. Isang tumbling lang ayan na. So anu ba ang mga madalas na naiisip natin pag pinagbakasyon natin ang mga alahas natin?



Eto na yung mga simpleng tanong natin kapag magsasangla

Syempre iisipin mo na pag nagsangla ba, safe ba yung mga alahas mo? Di ba yun mawawala or babawasan o mapapalitan?


Naka insured po yung mga alahas sa Cebuana, kayat kahit ano mangyari di ka kakabahan at alam mo anytime pede nilang palitan kung mawala nila bastat hawak mo lang ang papel de agencia mo.


Nakasealed din  yung item mo na may pirma mo para sure ka na di ito mabubuksan at pakikialaman. Merong din silang vault na fireproof at CCTV na nakakabit at Alarm System

Parang banko lang diba?

 Di po ba kinakaskas yung ginto sa oras ng pagsasangla? 

Eto pa dahil alam nila na mahalaga sa iyo ang bagay na isasanla mo, maingat din nila itong kinikilatis. Hindi  kakaskasin yung ginto kaya wag ka magalala. May paraan sila ng pag test upang malaman ang uri ng ginto na sinasangla mo kung totoong ginto or fashion jewelry,  na gamit ang itim na bato, asido, at cigarette ash.  Pwede mo pa siyang ipatimbang muli kapag tutubusin mo na para alam mo kung nabawasan ba ito.

San po ba mataas ang appraisal fee?


Siyempre hanap din tayo kung saan mataas ang appraisal fee. At ginawa ko din yun! Dahil magkakatabi lang naman ang mga sanglaan sa amin, nag try ako magsangla sa sanglaan X, 18K po yung ginto ng mga hikaw, tapos sabi P2600 ang appraisal fee, eh kulang pa yun mga mumsh so naghanap pa ko ng iba.


Kaya dun ako napunta sa Cebuana, yung hikaw eh inappraise nila ng P3400 ang laki din ng diperensya diba?.  To think na kulang pa ng pakaw yung isang pares kase nawala ko na. Edi dun na ko sa Cebuana.

 Ano po ba pedeng maisangla bukod sa ginto?

Tapos tinanong ko na din kung ano pa ang pwede ko maisangla just in case magipit muli ako. Ang sabi nila kahit pa sirang alahas, example kulang ng pakaw, natabingi na yung singsing, putol na kwintas, etc. Pede magsangla ng kahit hiwa hiwalay pa yang mga alahas mo, mapa tabingi man yan putol or kulang, di magkapartner,  as long as may kilatis at ginto pede po.

Pwede ding  isangla ang mga alahas na ginto, diamond, platinum, relos at mga gadgets gaya ng cellphone at laptop.

 Anu ano ang mga kilatis ng ginto na pwedeng maisangla?

Sa ginto ang mga kilatis na pwedeng maisangla ay yun kilatis na 9K, 14K, 18K, 21K, 22K, at 24K. Naayon yan sa bigat ng mga ginto sa alahas kung magkano tatanggapin sa sanglaan. Kahit pa saang bansa galing katulad ng Dubai, Saudi, Italy, Chinese, Japan or Singapore.

Paano Ba Magsangla?

1. Dalhin ang ginto, alahas, diamond, platinum o anu mang isasangla sa Cebuana Lhuillier.

2. Ipakilatis ang alahas at sila ang magbibigay ng presyo ng iyong sangla.

3. I fill up ang form ng iyong pangalan, address o anuman hihingin personal information.

4.  Pirmahan ang naka sealed na plastic kung saan nakalagay ang iyong sinangla. Kunin ang cash pagkatapos ng transaksyon.

5. Itabi ang papel de agencia.

Kaya kung gusto mo ng instant cash at good deal sa pagsasangla dahil sa mas  mataas na appraisal. Pedeng pede ka ng magsangla sa Cebuana Lhuillier. Merun silang mahigit na 2000 branches nationwide. Kung magrerenew ka man ng sangla mo pede mo to gawin sa kahit saang branch ng Cebuana Lhuillier.


Kaya next time na magipit.  Punta ka lang sa pinakamalapit na Cebuana Lhuillier para sa mas mataas na appraisal at instant cash.


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Chang Ai Express rebrands with new and affordable chinese dishes

If you're around Mother Ignacia in QC and is looking for a chinese restaurant around the vicinity. You can visit and try Chang Ai Express. The restaurant is owned by celebrity actress Ms. Ai Ai and son Chef Sancho Vito. The meals are affordable and delicious too. All of the dishes are prepared by  Chef Sancho and Chef Ren Tuico. 

Chef Sancho recommends Orange Chicken for its delicious sweet and spicy flavor, Honey Soy Glazed Chicken, Fish and Tofu (Fried fish fillets and tofu, coated in a sweet, savory soy glaze.) 

We were served Chang Ai Fried Chicken toppings with Siomai,  Fish and Tofu,  Cauliflower and Green Beans, and Mango Sago Medley.

                                      Chef Sancho and Chef Ren Tuico


My personal favorite is their Fish and Tofu meal, as tofu is cooked crispy  perfect with fish to bring out the flavor,  an order of steamed rice is also recommended. I also recommend the Mango Sago Medley for dessert. Its creamy tasty with mango and sago,  and not that sweet, which I preferred.

                                                      Orange Chicken

                                 Combo Meal A (Php 165)
                              1 piece Ai Fried Chicken with Siomai
                               Chang Ai Fried Rice
                               House Blend Iced Tea
                              

                                             Fish and Tofu Php 245
                    Fried fish fillet and tofu coated with a sweet soy glaze

                              Cauliflower and Green Beans Php 150
          Cauliflower and green beans stir fried with garlic and ginger sambai

                                     Mango Sago Medley Php 75
                      Fresh Mango Slush topped with tapioca pearls

Celebrity comedienne Ms. Ai Ai delas Alas fresh from her winning for The Best Actress in School Service at the Cinemalaya 2018 awards recently relaunched her restaurant Chang Ai Express last August 14 at Mother Ignacia, QC.  When asked how she felt with her winning the Award.  She told that she did not expect to win. She thought Glaiza de Castro will win, as she was crowd's favorite during the screening.

She bested other Best Actress nominees, that include Celeste Legaspi, Iza Calzado, Glaiza de Castro and Perla Bautista.





Chang Ai Express
#62 Ignacia Place, Sgt. Esguerra St., corner Mother Ignacia, Diliman
Quezon City, Philippines
https://www.facebook.com/ChangAiExpressPH/

GSK promises to help eliminate disease that is spread by mosquitoes

In the Philippines, GSK has donated over 255 million albendazole tablets over the last 17 years. This small white tablet is part of the fight to eliminate lymphatic filariasis (LF), a disease transmitted by mosquitoes and burdens identified rural communities in the country.

By the end of the year, GSK projects this donation to reach 261 million albendazole tablets in support of its goal to help eliminate LF in the Philippines by 2020.

Globally, GSK has donated 8 billion tablets of albendazole to help eliminate this disabling disease. This tablet is used in combination with other medicines to help prevent transmission of LF.

Following almost two decades of successful LF elimination efforts by the Philippine Government led by the Department of Health (DOH), the DOH reported that only eight provinces remain endemic for LF out of the 46 earlier established.

During the 1st ASEAN Lymphatic Filariasis Forum 2018 in July which was held in Manila, Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III stressed, “the DOH is ready to take the challenge of eliminating filariasis in the country by being more responsive through the DOH’s revitalized agenda of Fourmula 1 Plus for Health.”1 Fourmula 1 Plus for Health is a DOH strategy focusing of health financing, health service delivery network, health regulation, governance in health and performance accountability. 

“To ensure the success against lymphatic filariasis, Duque devised a Formula E approach which is for Engagement and Everybody. Engagement is where government needs to share its resources and expertise with other stakeholders including local governments, and Everybody is where the whole of government or the whole-of-society approach should be adapted by leaders to ensure that all interventions are aligned and inter-connected,” the DOH reported.1

LF, a parasitic infection spread by mosquitoes, is found in the tropical and sub-tropical areas of Africa, Asia, the Pacific, the Middle East and the Americas.2 LF is one of the world’s leading causes of disability.3 Symptoms can include chronic swelling of the legs, arms and male genitals. People with LF are also less able to resist common skin infections, resulting in a cruel cycle of fevers and painful swellings. In its severest form, LF leads to elephantiasis, a crippling condition in which the limbs are swollen with marked thickening of the skin and underlying tissues.4

The World Health Organization estimates that 856 million people in 52 countries are living in areas where LF is transmitted and are at risk of being infected.4 

In the Philippines, it was reported in year 2000 that over 25 million people live in LF-endemic areas.5

At the turn of the millennium, the World Health Organization launched its global program to eliminate LF with the aim of defeating the disease as a global health problem by 2020. GSK and partners helped build a global alliance including organizations from across the non-profit and private sector to get behind the WHO’s campaign. GSK’s albendazole donation through the WHO forms part of this global effort.

GSK Philippines General Manager, Sriram Jambunathan, commented, “The Philippine Government, through the DOH, is to be commended for its achievement in the elimination of LF in many provinces in the last two decades.  This is a testament to the commitment and dedication of the government at the national and local government units, especially the health workers delivering treatments on the ground. We, in GSK, remain committed to playing our part with the global donation of albendazole for as long as it is needed to replicate this success throughout the remaining eight endemic provinces, freeing Filipino communities from the burden of LF.”

This year, GSK commemorates its 50th year in the Philippines and commits to continue helping Filipinos do more, feel better, live longer.

For questions, please consult your doctor or community health officials.


Reference:

1 Department of Health (Philippines) official Facebook page. Published 12 July 2018. Available at: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialDOHgov/posts/1st-asean-lymphatic-filariasis-forum/2058498820828026/.  Accessed 14 August 2018

2 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2018. Lymphatic Filariasis – Epidemiology and Risk Factors. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lymphaticfilariasis/epi. Accessed June 2018

3 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2018. Parasites - Lymphatic Filariasis. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lymphaticfilariasis/epi.html Accessed June 2018

4 World Health Organization. 2018. Lymphatic Filariasis Factsheet. Available at: http://www. who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/lymphatic-filariasis. Accessed June 2018

5 Kron M, Walker E, Hernandez L, Torres E, Libranda-Ramirez B.  Parasitol Today. 2000 Aug;16(8):329-33. Lymphatic filariasis in the Philippines.

 

Want to travel but dont have enough cash? Download the Cashalo app and get a chance to fly to your dream destination for free

Cashalo, the #1 solution that gives Filipinos financial freedom through fast and affordable access to credit on-demand, and GetGo, Cebu Pacific’s lifestyle rewards program, announced today a new partnership that will provide GetGo members with greater flexibility and opportunity while planning their next getaway. 

Existing members only need to download the Cashalo app via Google Play or the App Store, sign up with their GetGo credentials (mobile number and email address) along with an invitation code provided exclusively on GetGo channels, and earn 50 GetGo points once registered. As a bonus, from August 15 - October 15, users will be eligible to earn 250 more GetGo points when they successfully avail of their first loan through the Cashalo app.

Cashalo General Manager Hamilton Angluben and GetGo Rewards General Manager Nik Laming sign a Memorandum of Agreement that will provide GetGo members more opportunities to fly for free just by becoming a Cashalo user.




Studies show that Filipinos love to travel, may it be locally or internationally. Filipinos made at least 5 million international trips in 2015, and 3 out 5 Filipinos aged 15 and above made trips within the country in 2016, with 99% arranging their own trips.

“We’re thrilled to partner with GetGo who share our goal of helping Filipinos achieve more,” says Hamilton Angluben, General Manager of Cashalo. “Enabling greater flexibility, freedom and opportunity is at the core of what we do. Traveling is an important part of every Filipino’s lifestyle and this partnership is the first of many in our commitment to serving more Filipinos in many ways.”

“We’re excited to be Cashalo’s partner as we add more rewarding ways to make traveling more accessible for every Juan,” adds Nik Laming, General Manager of GetGo Rewards. “Watch out because we have more surprises coming for Cashalo customers and GetGo members.”

Cashalo enables quick, easy and secure access to credit through its innovative mobile-app. Offering some of the lowest interest rates in the market and with same-day approval and disbursement, Cashalo is already being used by thousands of Filipinos to build their financial futures.

GetGo, one of the leading lifestyle rewards programs in the Philippines, has been consistent with giving its members the travel benefits and experiences they deserve. Through this partnership with Cashalo, GetGo stays true to their promise of providing its loyal members more opportunities to earn GetGo points and increase their chances of flying to their dream vacations for free.

Indulge in New Cake-Inspire Frostinos at Costa Coffee

Life is short. Stay awake for it. That's me when I have a sip of my favorite coffee.

Go ahead, pamper and reward yourself with something luxurious and decadent!  It can be a pair of fancy shoes you’ve been eyeing for months now…  perhaps a box of delightful chocolate after weeks of dieting.  Or a cup of Costa Coffee’s indulgent Frostinos.  

Nothing can be as satisfying as those ice-blended drinks that are rich and luscious, with flavours that are inspired by popular cakes.  Yes, Costa Coffee is proud to announce its newest menu addition called “Frostino Decadence” available in all stores this July 5.

These new Frostinos will give your taste buds a party like no other.  Imagine sipping into these smooth beverages, with layers of cream, delicious sauces and sumptuous toppings.  Enjoy Costa Coffee’s twist on the classic mocha cake with the Toasted Almond Mocha Frostino with the nutty taste of almonds.  Looking for something eye-popping? Have a cup of the Red Velvet Frostino. Lastly, the Lemon Cheesecake Frostino has the perfect blend of sweet and sour, keeping the taste of summer alive during the rainy season.

Then party it up with four new pasta choices. Vegans, delight in the Vegan Fettucine (pasta tossed with fresh asparagus and mushrooms in olive oil), Meatless Lasagna (zucchini, eggplant and creamy ricotta cheese sauce) and Tuna & Tomato (tuna flakes, sundried tomatoes, bell pepper in olive oil).  Another delicious alternative is the Baked Penne (chicken breast in creamy cheddar cheese sauce).   For only Php 250, enjoy the pasta of your choice with any Primo size coffee (Americano, Latte, Cappucino, Mocha and Caffe Caramella).

Costa Coffee branches located at Robinsons Galleria; Robinsons Place Manila; Robinsons Place Antipolo; Robinsons Metro East; Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Galleria; Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Place Manila; Robinsons Selections, Venice Grand Canal; Robinsons Equitable Tower; Robinsons Summit Center; Cyber Sigma, McKinley West; Tera Tower, Bridgetown; Citywalk 1, Eastwood; U.P. Town Center; The Block, SM North Edsa; SM City Manila; Cebu Pacific Air Building & Robinsons Cybergate.
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ISFFM partners with SM Cinema at SM Megamall to screen eight (8) silent films on August 30

The International Silent Film Festival Manila (ISFFM), renowned as the first and oldest silent film festival in Southeast Asia, it is having its 12th installment this 2018.  Founded in 2007, the festival was a unique collaborative initiative led by the Goethe Institut Philippinen together with the Japan Foundation - Manila, and the Instituto Cervantes.  The festival has grown as it continues to celebrate arts and cultural heritage through international silent films with live music, scored by Filipino artists.  This year, there are eight participating countries to celebrate yet another year of intercultural collaboration---- Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, U.S. and the Philippines.

Happening from August 30 to September 2, the ISFFM is partnering with SM Cinema at SM Megamall to screen eight (8) silent films.  The participating embassies and cultural institutions include:  the Film Development Council of the Philippines, the Goethe Institut Philippinen, the Philippine-Italian Association, Japan Foundation-Manila, Instituto Cervantes and the Embassies of the United States of America, Austria and France.

Admission is free, on a first come, first served basis.  

Vivo and Smart Communications Inc., seal a strong partnership for an exciting new offer: a non-stop data bundle with Vivo’s latest pride, the X21

Global smartphone brand Vivo and PLDT Enterprise, the B2B arm of the country’s leading ICT and digital services provider, together with top wireless brand, Smart Communications Inc.,  seal a strong partnership for an exciting new offer: a non-stop data bundle with Vivo’s latest pride, the X21.

The partnership was established last August 16, 2018 in Makati City. Vivo executive Ms. Annie Lim, Vice President for PR Strategy and Partnerships, represented the smartphone brand. Representing PLDT Enterprise on the other hand was Smart AVP & Head for Enterprise Wireless Solutions Chet Alviz.

The Vivo X21 is the first in the world to implement the In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology, the center of topic during the Mobile World Congress and Global Stage for Innovation CES events. Through this strategic partnership with Smart, Vivo aims to expand and cater to the Filipino corporate market.



Smart will bundle the X21 with the Data on the Go Plan 2000, which includes unlimited calls to Smart and non-stop surf—allowing corporate clients to enjoy the X21's high-end specifications for a low monthly amortization of 400 pesos for 24 months. The  Vivo X21 makes for a perfect business companion. The Vivo X21's 6.28" Super AMOLED display is the ideal device for all professionals in the business and corporate world as it can aid users in various business-related functions. From attending critical business online conferences to performing business research on multiple websites, the Vivo X21 delivers the goods more than ever especially as it comes with the Smart’s non-stop surf bundle.

Smart is the exclusive operator partner of Vivo for this exciting X21 Project. The said offer will be available to all corporate partners of PLDT and Smart by August 15, 2018. #