DepEd-Magnolia Launch “Healthy Drink Choices”

Left to right: Manny Factor – national sales manager, Jun Medrano – business manager for NAB, Bernard Marquez – president, Usec. Yolanda Quijano – DepEd, Cecille Caling – group product manager, Albert Rosal – Marylindbert.

Recently, the Department of Education (DepEd) and San Miguel Corporation’s Magnolia Healthy Beverages launched the “Healthy Drink Choices” advocacy project at the Chateau 1771 in El Pueblo, Pasig City. The event was attended by DepEd Undersecretary Yolanda Quijano, Magnolia Health Beverage’s top executive Bernard Marquez,  Magnolia Healthy Beverages’ Executive Assistant Jun Medrano, Sales Manager Manny Factor, Group Product Manager Cecille Caling, Mary Lindbert International’s CEO Erlinda Legaspi, Albert Rosal, media and bloggers.

The joint campaign aims to produce inspiring elementary school activity books and interactive modules enable to help school teachers put the value and benefits of choosing a healthy drinks among students.  These books shall be given away free initially to over 200,000 children from selected schools from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

DepEd Undersecretary Yolanda Quijano says “It’s an honor for the Department of Education to be given this wonderful gift from Magnolia Healthy Beverages because we don’t have such kinds of materials and we understand that our children really need to develop this kind of healthy drink choices at an early age.”

Moreover, Magnolia Health Beverage’s top executive Bernard Marquez thanked the Department of Education for this partnership and says “We’re glad to be part of the curriculum that promotes health and wellness among children in our school system as our way of giving back to the community.  There are a lot of advocacies and programs on healthy food choices,” he remarked.  “And we think it’s already time we also advocate healthy drink choices such as juices and teas that are rich in nutrients and minerals essential for a growing child because drink is as important as food.”

The “Healthy Drink Choices” project is part of 'Magnolia Healthy Beverages' over all thrust of promoting a healthy mind and body among the youth in our country. And now, San Miguel Corporation launched its line of affordable and ready-to-drink Magnolia teas and juices to give children and health-conscious consumers in general with a nutritious alternative.  These products are packed with vitamins C, B1, B2, B6, and B9 and low in sugar.

Aside from Magnolia Fruitdrink and Healthtea, the company’s other non-alcoholic beverages include:  Magnolia Purewater, and Magnolia Lifedrink in Papaya and Four Seasons flavours.  Magnolia Lifedrink Four Seasons is loaded with Pycnogenol, a premium herbal supplement that result to healthier cells and stronger immune system.  Magnolia Lifedrink Papaya, meanwhile, contains glutathione, which helps the skin achieve a youthful, radiant glow.

Through this partnership the pupils will then have a chance for a complete and healthy way of learning having Magnolia Fruitdrink in their school that would bring them for more brighter future.

Christian Bautista's 'OUTBOUND' Album

Since ABS-CBN's Star In A Million show, I've always like Christian Bautista until now that he established himself into filed of the music and recording. Recently 'The Kichen Musical' also aired in Studio 23 and I really liked him more because he is molded into total performer. One of his songs that makes my day when I was ... is 'Colour Everywhere' i love that song. He is one of the reasons why I am looking forward every week for the variety show ASAP.

Now that he gained popularity in Asia, the Asiansation is set to release his very first international album 'OUTBOUND' via Universal Records. The recordings of this album is done outside the country in collaborations with artists and producers from United States, Korea, Japan, Singapore and Indonesia. I learned that the first single of this album entitled 'All That's Left' is composed by Tat Tong and includes Alodia Gosiengfiao in the music video.

Tat Tong is the producer, arranger and songwriter of more than 20 Top 10 and five #1-charting hits in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia and mainland China. He gained platinum and won accolades from artists and critics like last April 2011 from Global Chinese Music Awards.

OUTBOUND album includes George Michael's 'Faith' which is his first big solo in The Kitchen Musical. He dances and moves very well because he also performed it at the press launch.Original songs like 'Unphotographable' and 'What Can I Do' is masterpieces of Tat Tong.

Japan's biggest independent recording company Avex Trax featuring Baby M and Christian duet 'Sakura' will be released in countries like Japan, South Africa, further establishing Christian's stature as an international artist. A very fine lady which possess a great voice and loves the Philippines.

OUTBOUND is now available at all record bars nationwide.

Tracklist:

1.All That's Left

2. Unphotographable

3. Faith from 'The Kitchen Musical'

4. I'm Already King from 'A Special Symphony'

5. What Can I Do

6. Never Far Away with Grammy nominated recording artist Jim Brickman

7. Wrong Number with K-Pop R&B Trio One Way

8. Sakura with Avex Japan artist Baby M

Join Women Connect: W2W Women to Women Mentoring Summit on November 8

Women's Business Council of the Philippines President Pacita Juan (Chit)  invited media for a morning of wellness and relaxation talks and  upcoming women connect event last Monday October 14 at the Le Bistro Vert in Makati City. It was hosted by Ms. Chit, welcomes us with open arms and introduces the empowered women in the house.

Firstly, the Nurture Spa wellness program by Cathy Turvil who teach us about proper breathing and awareness through environment we live on. The Nurture Spa also gave us a chance to try their massage therapy and it was so good. Secondly, a demo of Pranayama for yoga by Jeannie Javelosa which also teach us how to manipulate our breathing in order to have an age defying way. Then food demo by Reena Francisco, she made a Humus and Tapenade which yum...

After a sumptuous and healthy meal, Ms. Chit introduces the Women Connect Summit which will happen on the 8th of November at the Philipppine Trade and Training Center called "WOMEN CONNECT:W2W Women to Women Mentoring Summit". This is a whole day event where you can meet many inpiring women and get familiar with other women entrepreneurs, other women-led businee so you too can get ideas on how to get started.

"We hope to inspire many more women to get into business or to find a career they wish to shift to and we have many women leaders in usually male-dominated fields like IT and Innovation, Automotive Industry and also services like Law and Outsourcing" says Ms. Chit.

Its a morning that full of fun, knowledge and appreciation of what I have right now. It was a glimpse of what will be happening on the summit and I wanna learn more about it. If you want it too, just visit www.wbcp.ph for more details and registration or email wbcphils@gmail.com. Follow them on Facebook and Twitter. See you there!!!

Petron Offers Free Safety Checks, Special Treats for Undas Travelers

Petron Lakbay Alalay, the country's longest running motorist assistance program, is once again ensuring that Filipino travelers will have a worry-free trip during the upcoming "undas" holidays from 28 October to 01 November 2011.  Through the Free Safety Checks offered at participating Petron stations in major highways, those planning road-trips during the long Halloween weekend can prepare for the trip by ensuring that their vehicles are in roadworthy condition.

The extensive Free Safety Check routine covers 38 inspection points, including: (a) TIRES—tire pressure, tire wear, and spare tire; (b) ENGINE—air filter element, fan belt, power steering belt, alternator belt, air conditioner belt, upper and lower radiator hose; (c) FLUIDS—engine oil, brake fluid, transmission fluid, clutch fluid, gear oil, power steering fluid, radiator coolant, and window washer; (d) BATTERY—battery fluid and battery terminals; (e) LIGHTS—headlights, signal lights, brake lights, hazard, fog lights, third brake light and light gauges; (f) UNDERCHASSIS—tie rod ends, upper and lower ball joints, cross joints, shock absorbers and axle boots; and (g) ACCESSORIES—wiper blades, horn, basic tools, jack and early warning device. Just look for the Free Safety Check sign to avail of this service.

Free Safety Motorcycle check-ups will be offered at Petron stations in Libis, Marquinton (Marikina), Sucat, La Loma, and Makati.  There will be also be a doctor and nurse on duty at these stations to offer free medical assistance.  Free towing of Class 1 vehicles will be available at the South Luzon Expressway, while free medical assistance with an ambulance, doctor and nurse will be on call at Petron stations in NLEX Marilao, NLEX Balagtas, NLEX Lakeshore, SLEX San Pedro, Star Toll Batangas, Subic and Tagaytay.  These activities are being undertaken in partnership with the Motorcycle Development Participants Program Association (MDPPA) and Chevrolet Philippines.

Motorists who gas up at participating stations in North and South Luzon, Metro Manila, Cebu and Davao are also in for a special treat with the Free Coffee promo.  Every P500 single or accumulated receipt purchase of Petron Xtra, XCS, Blaze, Diesel Max and Turbo Diesel entitles the customer to a free SanMig Coffee sachet.  This Free Coffee promo will run from 28 October to 3 November 2011, and will be available at Petron service stations displaying the Free Coffee signages.

Now on its 25th year, Petron Lakbay Alalay is the longest-running motorist assistance program in the country.  Run by Petron employee-volunteers as part of the company’s “volunteerism in action” philosophy, the pioneering public service activity has been replicated by other automotive and oil companies.  The term Lakbay Alalay has, in fact, entered daily terminology as a generic term for various motorist assistance activities offering free mechanical help, communications support, medical services, clean restrooms and other services.  Lakbay Alalay is a registered trademark of Petron Corporation.

CHICKEN DELI of Bacolod Comes to Manila

Bacolod's Chicken Deli, which stands for chicken delicious was born in 1983 in the city of Bacolod, which is the home of Inasal itself. The idea came about when Chicken Deli's founder, Mamang, felt the need and the desire to feed people with the dish they so loved. She took great care and put a lot of effort into serving up only the best quality of inasal. From selecting the freshest cuts and ingredients to the full attention into food preparation and her super special secret recipe that makes her Chicken Inasal far different from the others.

Chicken Deli was overflowing with Bacolods natives, Manilenyos, and even foreign tourist who came to have a taste of the local fare.Most discerning foodies had something to rave about when they tasted Chicken Deli dish. Then in a few years, Chicken Deli became a Bacolod institution and withstand in any circumstances. Now they conquer the Manila with pride and glory because of the delectable foods in low prices it continues to run well with the city dwellers.

The branch at the SM City North Edsa Annex is very successful and the people's truely love its taste, they definitely bring (literally) their ingredients especially the sauce and condiments to Manila from Bacolod. So visit their Manila branch at 3rd Level SM North EDSA Annex and enjoy their perfect to budget complete meal for lunch, dinner and one can get a merienda that's filling for the tummy. 

They serve chicken that are flame grilled to perfection served with Kanin All You Can!! garlic rice, soup and special sinamak or sawsawan all the way from Bacolod. Visit www.chickendelibacolod.com and like them on Facebook. They will be opening another branch at G/F of Tutuban Center Mall, G/F of Cartimar Shopping Center this week and at Rosal St. Bgy Uno Calamba, Laguna, Pedro Hill and Recto soon. Participant on the much awaited PHILIPPINESME & FRANCHISE EXPO 2011 (PHILSME 2011) happening on the 27th-20th of October. For more information or franchise inquiries call (02) 504-8114, (63) 927-32845, and email executiveprmanila@gmail.com

Join PHILIPPINE SME & FRANCHISE EXPO 2011 (PHILSME 2011) at PICC

Are you looking for business? You want to expand your business? wanna form new strategic alliances? Wanna know faces behind entrepreneurs in the business industry? Well, TRADE ADVERTISING EXHIBITIONS & CONVENTIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (TRADECON, INC.) EVENT.  In cooperation with the FRANCHISE INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES (FIP) headed by MR. ARMANDO “BUTZ” BARTOLOME Franchise Guru of the Philippines, TRADECON will be staging its 3rd Exposition on Small Medium Enterprises, Franchising, Direct Selling & Business Opportunities dubbed as PHILIPPINE SME & FRANCHISE EXPO 2011 (PHILSME 2011) to be held at the PICC FORUM OF THE PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER (PICC), CCP COMPLEX,  Roxas Blvd. Pasay City, Manila on October 27 -29, 2011 with 120 SME & Franchise Businesses on display targeting over 8,000 visitors during the three-day expo.

I am privileged to meet the franchise guru Mr. Bartolome and famous franchisers last Thursday for a bloggers night at Fresca, RCBC Branch. After a sumptuous dinner, the event was hosted by Mr. Louie Rivera and they individually explained about the expo that aims to built a network thru clients and prospects, which provides company the opportunity and platform to position new leads and relationship through refreshing ideas and products. reach market globally in just one trip because it estimated to have 10% international visitors expected at the event.

The expo also give a chance to franchisers and demonstrate their expertise and introduce new products and receive the attention of thousands of international and local buyers and franchisee. It will also widen the business market expansion from peers to new form of strategic alliances. 

Let us all support small and medium enterprises (SME's) because they play an essential role in the growth of our economy. One thing I learned on that evening, having a business in our country is not easy, you have to be committed in all aspects of it, in order for you to achieved what you've always wanted. Support from your family, friends, relatives and also from your country would help you a lot to expand and maintain its existence in order for you to become an institution on the business.Visit www.smexpoph.com and you may want to avail a book that guides you on investing in a franchise entitled "Is Franchising For You" by Armando 'Butz' Bartolome at the expo.See you there :))

(L-R : Bunny Malunda, Butz Bartolome, Chivas Malunda)

Pinoy Dream Academy Scholars Bunny & Chivas to perform at the TRADE ADVERTISING EXHIBITIONS & CONVENTIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (TRADECON, INC.) EVENT.

MOVIEMOV Italian Cinema Now 2011 Schedule

Last month I got a chance to watched two of Spanish movies included in the Spanish Film Festival and three from Korean Film Festival. Me and my husband engage to watch at least two from movie festivals held every year because through this, we could have a chance to know the country's culture and the way they make a movie. Next month there is another country which will be presenting their most awarded movies - Italy.

In the past years, the Embassy of Italy to the Philippines has been organizing wonderful  film festivals and it was so successful because it has been well attended and love by Filipino and foreign audiences alike. Now they will be doing it again from November 9-13 at Greenbelt Cinema entitled "Moviemov: Italian Cinema Now". The press launch of the said festival happened last Wednesday at Manila Peninsula, Makati. Italian VIP's and Filipino directors were also present to welcome the movie festival.

Moviemov: Italian Cinema Now films is absolutely free because the organizers hope that it will become a perpetual cultural event for audiences of so ancient and sophisticated artistic traditions and able to meet the offer of a new generation of writers, actors and producers who bode well for the renewal of Italian cinema.

Here's the screening schedule from November 9 - November 13, 2011, FREE entrance; English subtitles. See you there!!!

Visit www.italiancinemanow.com for more details and information and like them on Facebook HERE.

Multiply Shopping Party 2011

I remember 5 years ago, I made a multiply account for my photos to compile online and share with my friends and relatives. Then years after, I sell some of my stuff like bags and gadgets through multiply and it really sell faster than I thought. Now it was growth and developed more efficient for merchants and customers, so it became our country's dominant online shopping destination. If your looking for things that you may want try to check it first at Multiply, be it for fashion, accessories, gadgets and mom and baby products name it they got it and shop at your own pace.

Multiply Philippines has recently crossed the 100,000 mark Filipino stores and for this, they created a unique party called "Multiply Shopping Party 2011" held last October 18 at White Space in Makati wherein shoppers, merchants and celebrities brought together in one roof to meet each other, sell products and buy. The event also unveiled the new and improved Multiply Marketplace which makes it easier to find what you've been looking for online. In fact we tried it that night and it was more easier, better and has secure transaction.

The event was hosted by TV host, Bianca Valerio, which made the night more fun because she even knows some of the selllers that night, a true long time Multiply user indeed. Presented the prizes to the raffle winners sponsored by the top products and services company right now, like the Sun Cellular, Banco De Oro, Tanduay, Kitchen Webb, Arizona Beverage Co., Dell, Lenovo, Villman Computers Philippines, Astroplus, My Phone and David's Salon.

Visit www.multiply.com for you to shop until you drop and like them on Facebook  HERE for more update and announcements. Don't forget to visit also www.ecloset.multiply.com oki happy shopping.Thanks :))

WIN Dockers Alpha Khaki

Dockers, the brand that has defined khaki pants for more than 25 years, is now on twitter! - @DockersKhaki_PH. Following the Dockers twitter account will give fans updates regarding the latest Dockers fashion as well as event and promotions that they can join.

In fact, as a sign of gratitude to all its fans, Dockers will be giving away 3 of their newest and hottest 10-year Alpha Khaki when they reach 1000 followers.Simply be a follower of Dockers on twitter and form part of the first one thousand tweeps who will have the chance to win one of the Alpha Khakis will be determined via raffle and announced through Dockers twitter account, so follow Dockers now!

Sarap at Home with Friends with San Marino

Media and bloggers had a firsthand experience of Sarap at Home and San Marino as they kickstart their 4th season last Tuesday at Discovery Suites. An afternoon of food, fun and surprises that we really enjoyed. The whole crew of the show was present such as Sam Oh, Jackie Rice, Fabio Ide and Ramon Baustista and they even create a salad together with San Marino products.

The show basically intertwined their lives of the crew as Sam falls for her gorgeous neighbor Fabio, who has a crush on her pretty probinsyana cousing Jackie, while Ramon is in love with Sam. Better stay tuned everyday with them to make sure what will happen in the end hehe.. The gang was so hilarious specially Ramon who always telling Fabio about tagalog words which is so hard to pronounced during the event hehe.. 

We also taste the different products of CDO's San Marino like the corned tuna, chili corned tuna,paella and their newest innovation the embutido. CDO Foodservice will also be sharing helpful tips on how to set up your own food business, trade secrets, quality food service and start-up solutions that will generously shared by the CDO Foodservice throughout the season.

Furthermore, we had a chance to watch also an episode of Season 4 that made the event filled with not just entertainment but helpful tips in the kitchen. Sarap at Home Season 4 will surely shake up our cooking routine and wake up our taste buds everyday. The show is airing 3 times a day at GNTV11 from Mondays to Sundays.

Support Virlanie Foundation's "Rice Up! for Street Children"

Rice is the most essential staple food for the large part of the world's human population, especially here, in the Philippines. It is the most important grain which human nutrition and caloric intake, providing more than one fifth of the calories consumed worldwide.And man mostly children, needed nutrients for faster brain and body development. 

I've been to Virlenie Foundation last Monday for the press launch of their project entitled "Rice Up! for Street Children". This project aims to  collect pledges to accommodate its monthly needs of 50 sacks of rice per month for its homes and outreach programs in slums communities. A way to ensure that children are learning despite their economic and social circumstances is ti mitigate their hunger.

Moreover, the event also presented Tim Yap as Virlanie Foundation's new Ambassador of Goodwill. Since 2008, Tim Yap has always making time for foundations events and campaigns but never had a chance to formalized his relationship with Virlanie not until that day. 

After the program we had a chance to visit one of Virlanie Foundation's home for the children ages 5-8. The children also prepared a special dance number for us and they really do dance well. They were so enthusiast to welcome us, and we even hold their hands and carried them. We also met the volunteers who help them every step of the way.

Let us support this campaign and help children to have a brighter future. Visit www.virlanie.org for more details about the foundation or contact them through 632 895.3450 or email them to frcom2@virlanie.org.

"Flying Forward" with Feiyue

FEIYUE steps into the Philippines, the European shoe label which pronounced as "Feî-ué" meaning "Flying Forward" in Chinese. From Europe to Asia, Feiyue aims to create an accesible, fashionable and comfortable product; one that develops inspired partnerships that are in tune with its creative DNA and core values.

As it enters the Philippines market the launch was held last October 13 at Opus Restaurant and Lounge. As I enter to the venue, I immediately noticed the history wall which features how the Feiyue footware developed and evolved. The history wall was five parts; Part 1 2005/06 The Reinvention of Feiyue (rework from process to logo and first collection Feiyue Lo Classic was lauched), Part 2 2007/08 The First Global Collaboration: Celine (expands into 14 countries), Part 3 2009 Birth of the Feiyue(first marketing campaign) , Part 4 2010 Birth of the Delta Mid Model (second marketing campaign) and Part 5 The Third Marketing Campaign (A.S.series).

Then the show started with the Feiyue's viral video entitled "Attack of the Werewolf" lots of running, screaming and fashionable outfits, featuring the Feiyue's Fall 2011 model.It was followed by the model wearing Feiyue's collection owning the ramp the freeway inside the Opus. The Feiyue sneakers really maintains its authentic vintage charm as it also transformed into more innovative and trendy brand.

You can visit www.feiyue-shoes.com for more details and information. Like them on Facebook HERE and follow them on twitter @FeiyuePHI. Check more photos HERE.

Breathe Again Album by Jed Madela

The 2005 World Championship of the Performing Arts (WCOPA) grand winner Jed Madela and a multi-awarded singer who has sold thousand of records reviving some of the most memorable ballads in his previous album. Now prepared something new for all of us, as he set to fulfill his promise of recording new songs,now in his seventh album "Breathe Again"

The press asked him all about this album at the press launch held last October 13 and he proudly presented that the set of songs in this album will speak about different facets of love-its ups and downs, joys and pains. Someone asked him to describe some outstanding tracks in the album, he describes "Larawan" as something vocally-challenging, while "Ikaw Na Lang Ang Kulang" as a stirring ballad.

The album also played as the press taking their lunch and I found two songs that are upbeat like "I Have You Here" and "We're Having A Party". I like how the album organize from being in love, on love, out of love and accepting it. And he even serenade us with his beautiful and powerful voice, I even had teary-eyed when his singing hayz!!

He also announced that he will be having a special concert at the Cultural Center of the Philippines with Ballet Manila on the 26th of November entitled "Beyond Expectations" with his guests Gary Valenciano and Martin Nievera. I'm sure this concert will be the best,in fact me and my husband planning to watch this particular concert yeay..

This are the 14 tracks included in the album 1. I Have You Here 2. The Only One For Me 3.Breathe Again 4. Later 5. Ikaw Na Lang Ang Kulang 6. Let Go 7. If Ever Your In My Arms Again 8. Someday Soon 9. Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalain 10. Larawan 11. Your Moment To Shine with Nikki Palikat 12.I Believe 13. I Made It Through The Rain 14. We're Having A Party. Go get the album on your favorite record bars.

SM Department Store Plus Size Model Search Grand Winner

Full figured women recently  dress fashionably and  embrace their curves during the recent SM department Store SM Department Store Plus Size Model Search was held last Wednesday October 12 at Ayala Heritage Library Makati City. Around 7PM, fashion icons and personalities gathered together in one roof to witness the culminating event of eight beautiful finalists, which will declared winner of Plus Size Model Search.

The event was hosted by DJ Suzy of 89.9 FM and we had a chance to watch through AVP the roads that finalists went before they got into the final list. The story of their life and the fun and excitement they experience from hair treatment, make-up, and pictorials. The girls guided by the plump pinay themselves Danah and Stacy. Present also in the event is the stylist Alyanna Martinez.

During the search they learned more about the stylish 1L to 4L Clothes from SM Department Stores Jus’ Ur Size and Jus’ Jeans Collections. Jus’ Ur Size offers stylish and comfortable day to night clothes in extended sizes. Designed for full figured working women whose on the go lifestyle calls for a versatile wardrobe, it features classic investment pieces and on trend numbers.

The grand winner is Jenna Marie Pertgen  and  Christine Rose Montalbo and Jennafer Ilagan for the runners-up. The Grand winner received a trip for two to some of Asia’s Fashion Capitals- Hong Kong, Bangkok and Macau with pocket money worth PhP 20,000 worth of SM Gift Certificates and six months of modelling contract as well as gift packs from Dove and Etude. The first and second runner ups received 10,000 worth of SM Gift Certificates and Gift Packs from Dove.