Cherie Gil as the fashion doyenne Diana Vreeland in FULL GALLOP

My Own Mann Productions, Inc. and Actor’s Actors Inc. proudly announce its offering for March 2014 with “ FULL GALLOP ” a play about fashion doyenne Diana Vreeland.

FULL GALLOP portraits a remarkable woman Diana Vreeland, who stood at the center of American style for five decades. Editor of Harper's Bazaar and Vogue magazines, and a member of the International Cafe Society, Diana chronicled the extraordinary people and events of her time. Written by Mary Louise Wilson and Mark Hampton.

The one-woman play is set in August 1971 at Diana Vreeland’s Park Avenue apartment. She has just returned home to New York after four months in Europe --- a trip she took after being fired from Vogue magazine. She throws an impromptu dinner party in the hope that a wealthy friend who is invited will bankroll her in starting a magazine of her own. Other friends, however, attempt to persuade her to take a job at the famed Metropolitan Museum of Art. In her distinctive style, once she decides in which direction her life will move, she goes at it "full gallop. "

Cherie Gil is Diana Vreeland, she lends her range and patrician demeanor to the woman who was a major force in shaping culture, style, taste and even language for all time. In a play that is both funny and poignant, FULL GALLOP explores the brilliance of a woman at a crossroads, for whom life can only be lived as a constant parade of adventures.

Cherie Gil first made her name in what are now cinema classics from the 80’s such as Peque Gallaga’s “Oro, Plata, Mata”; Elwood Perez’s “Problem Child” and Emmanuel

Borlaza’s “Bituing Walang Ningning”. She then moved on to television, starring in countless TV series, specializing in playing villainesses and strong-willed women.

In the 2000’s, Cherie discovered the stage and surprised the theater-going public with her versatility and technical proficiency. She essayed such roles as Sister Aloysius in John Patrick Shanley’s “Doubt”, Lilline La Fleur in Kopit and Yeston’s musical “Nine” and Maria Callas in Terence Macnally’s “Master Class” for which she received numerous citations for her vivid and unforgettable tour de force performance. Truly a consummate tri-media artist/personality, Cherie has recently produced her first movie, “Sonata”, directed by Peque Gallaga.

Co-presented by Inquirer Lifestyle, Look Magazine, and The Peninsula Manila in cooperation with Antonio’s Tagaytay, Facial Care Center, The Love Garden, Businessworld, HerWord.com, WhenInManila.com, and Rappler.com, FULL GALLOP is set to open with a gala night premiere on March 14 with regular performances on March 15 and 21 at 8:00 p.m. and on March 16 and 23, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. (matinee) at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Ayala Avenue corner Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City.

FULL GALLOP will have the special participation of Ms. Giselle Tongi. The creative team of FULL GALLOP is composed of Bart Guingona (Director), Joey Mendoza (Set Designer), John Batalla (Lighting Designer), Rajo Laurel (Costume Designer), and Ruben Nazareth (Hair and Make-up).

The creative team for the FULL GALLOP photoshoot are Joan Bitagcol (Photo), Sandy, Higgins, Mark Higgins, Michael Salientes (Styling), Mark and Sandy Higgins (art direction), and Fanny Serrano (Hair and Make-up).

FULL GALLOP is presented by special arrangement with Josef Weinberger Plays Limited, London.

For the March 14 gala night, ticket prices are at Php3,000 orchestra center; Php2,000 for orchestra side and loge; and Php1,000 for balcony inclusive of cocktail food and wine provided by Antonio’s Tagaytay. Part of the proceeds from this gala event will go to Virlanie Foundation’s project of building houses in Negros areas that were affected by Typhoon Yolanda.

Tickets for regular nights are at Php1,500 for orchestra center, Php1,000 for orchestra and loge, and Php600 for balcony. For ticket inquiries, call tel. no. 2150788 or 09175378313. You may also buy tickets through Ticketworld at 8919999 or ticketworld.com.ph

Red Turnip's "COCK" will be staged at Whitespace starting March 7

Do you ever think, what happens when a young gay man falls in love with a woman? What went right or wrong behind the happenings? What will each party do to succeed?

From Red Turnip's first theatrical play "CLOSER", to this season, on its second offering "COCK" by Mike Bartlett they promise to be more intimate and engaging. In 2009, "COCK" in London is always a sold out hit specially on its premiere.

A story that revolves around a gay couple whose rocky relationship derails when one of them sleeps (and falls in love) with a woman. Debates over one’s sexual identity explode when all three decide to sit down and “duke it out” over dinner. Hilarity ensues when another unexpected guest turns up and loyalties are put to the test. As one character puts it, “It’s the ultimate bitch fight”.

In the Philippines, Red Turnip promises another hit theatrical experience in COCK. The vision of five established actors (Ana Abad Santos, Topper Fabregas, Jenny Jamora, Cris Villonco and Rem Zamora), Red Turnip aims to engage theatergoers with the sort of material that seems to be in short supply in the country—the straight play. 

A directorial debut of Rem Zamora, which promises to be more intimate this time by using the Hall A of Whitespace. COCK also plays in the round so it feels like you’re watching a fight in an arena—no frills: just words and pure conflict in the ring, and an intense involvement in the audience.

Cock assembled a tight cast like Topper Fabregas/John (Boeing Boeing, The Producers), Niccolo Manahan/M (Next Fall, Doubt), Jenny Jamora/W (Mind’s Eye, A Little Night Music), Audie Gemora/F (Sweeney Todd, Les Miserables).

COCK is a comedy… with bite. No props, scenery or furniture. Just actors, sharp dialogue and some clever staging. All essential. Absolutely Red Turnip.

Cock is supported by Fila, Whitespace, Gung Ho Films Manila, Bose, National Book Store,

Powerbooks, When In Manila, and Radio Republic. BusinessWorld, and HerWord.com. The food-and-drinks concession is provided by Speakeasy. Tickets to the Feb. 28 opening gala sponsored by Fila are available through Red Turnip Theater only.

Directed by Rem Zamora, technical direction and lighting design by John Batalla, set design by Denis Lagdameo and sound design by Jethro Joaquin.

Cock will be staged at Whitespace — 2314 Chino Roces Ave. Extension (formerly Pasong Tamo Extension), Makati — on March 7, 14, 21, 28 and April 4 (Friday, 9 p.m.); March 8, 15, 29 and April 5 (Saturday, 8 p.m.); April 5, Saturday at 4 p.m.; March 9, 16, 23 and April 6 (Sunday, 4 p.m.) and special closing gala on April 6, Sunday, 8 p.m.

Tickets are available through TicketWorld (891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph)

Or Red Turnip Theater (redturniptheater@gmail.com or

https://www.facebook.com/RedTurnipTheater)

CENTURY TUNA has unveiled the My Road to Superbods website

Summer is near and I'm sure everyone are getting ready for it, be it a budget, hotel accommodations, plane tickets and more. But some who are a bit busy for a more fitter, healthier and sexier body. So I found this site of Century Tuna that will assist you and me to have a toned and fit body for the much-awaited season.

Century Tuna's My Road to Supertbods, Superbod Super Challenge 2014, is a site wherein daily diet and workout plan is indicated through chart or video. By visiting http://www.centurytuna.ph/superbodschallenge , we can find an extra hand in our desire for transformation this summer, perfectly made by the trusted fitness experts, a US Certified Fitness Nutritionist Chef Nadine Tengco and Founder and Training Director of APEX Sports Training Coach Jim Saret.

“We all know that Century Tuna Superbods is one of the most awaited summer events in the country and this year, we’re making it even more exciting by enjoining our consumers to be part of the Superbods experience,” said Greg Banzon, General Manager of Century Pacific Food Inc.

The launch of the My Road to Superbods website is a run-up to the Century Tuna Superbods Super Challenge, the hottest and most awaited summer event in the Philippines. It will be held on April 25-27, 2014 in the country’s ultimate beach destination, Boracay.

For this competition, Century Tuna gathers males and females between 18 to 35 years old with a fit and healthy body and passion for healthy lifestyle. Celebrities also flock to the event, which promises fun activities, parties, freebies and treats for beach lovers.

I bet you want to join also, so head up to the My Road To Superbods website and burn that calories, trim that fats and have a healthy lifestyle.

MISS RACHELLE: The Send-Off Concert (Photos)

Rachelle Ann Go's Miss Rachelle: The Send-Off Concert was successful, happen last Saturday Feb 22 at Meralco Theater brought by Cornerstone Talent Management.

From her guests: the Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcacid as they sang the Regine hit songs and Rachelle contest winning pieces; Mark Bautista, Christian Bautista and Erik Santos who admittedly courted Rachelle, made a production number like never before singing OPM hits; as well her friends like Jimmy Marquez and Sheryn Regis.

Rachelle's stunning gowns on the concert was made by her brother Oz Go and attended by special people in her life, like her father, friends in the industry like Frencheska Farr, Gian Magdangal, Jonalyn Viray which will be having her first solo concert #FEARLESS,  on the 28th at Music Museum (info HERE) and more.

I can share photos that I took at the concert:

See more exclusive photos at my Facebook page HERE. Thank you for visiting :)

Vote ANNE CURTIS for "Female Asian Act" at Nickelodeon KIDS' CHOICE AWARDS 2014

The singer-actress and TV host, Anne Curtis is now nominated on this year's Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards (KCAs) under the category of Female Asian Act. The winners for each category will be awarded on March 31,on the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards night, hosted by movie star Mark Wahlberg.

The nominees for 2014 KCAs is a fantastic mix of talented, favorite and influential individual or groups from stars, games, music, movies, books and more. For the Female Asian Act Anne Curtis representing our countryt are G.E.M of China, Coboy Junior of Indonesia and Lisa Surihani of Malaysia.

You can vote by visiting kca.nick-asia.com

highlights of the 60th Year Friendship of Philippines and Germany

This year marks the 60th Year of Friendship between the Philippines and Germany. To celebrate the six decades of diplomatic relations, the Germany community held a two-day festivities in Bonifacio High Street virtually brought Germany to Manila.

As I joined the festivities on its opening day February 22, Saturday, I had a chance to experience the true German Diplomatic day. As it dubbed the "Mabuhay Germany" theme, the whole vicinity of Bonifacio High Street was surrounded by German food, products, beverages and booths wherein you can learn their language, culture and way of life. 

They also conducted a program in which Geothe Institut Philippines hosted the panel discussion, more about language and studying opportunities. The visitors and students from the institution learn a lot about the session.

At night the party started with exciting rock music for the "Groovy Doovy Germany Night" that featured Authority Band and DJ Papi, of course what a better way to enjoy it, is to drink with German beer.

The event was not only for sausage lovers and beer drinkers but mostly for children who enjoyed the "Kids Activities" area. An area where they play and met new friends.

I never had a chance to visit the next day but I'm sure the people had an enjoyable and knowledgeable day like I do. 

share your pizza memories with California Pizza Kitchen

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) has been existing for over 16 years, making food like pasta, appetizers, salad, desserts and the all time favorite,  pizza. Now they are inviting us, specially the pizza lover like me, to join their latest craze online and it is so simple, non other than our all time habit, that is doing selfie :). Sharing them your memories will be rewarded.

Starting today, you can now upload your California Pizza Kitchen selfie or groupie photos at social media like Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, then you should put the hashtag #MyPizzaStory, #EveryPizzaTellsAStory and #CPKPhilippines, lastly send the link of your post to mypizzastory.com.ph with your full name, mobile number, date of birth and favorite CPK branch. Then wait for your voucher and viola... an instant classic personal pizza favorite is yours like Five Cheese+Fresh Tomato, The Original BBQ Chicken Pizza or the Untraditional Cheese. 

What are you waiting for? Grab any pizza at any California Pizza Kitchen branches in the metro. The promo will run until April 13.2014. For more details and updates about CPK follow them on Facebook/CPKPhilippines , Twitter and Instagram @CPKPhilippines.

Join JONALYN VIRAY as She Dares to be #FEARLESS on February 28

JONALYN VIRAY, the first champion of Pinoy Pop Superstar, gold medalist at the World Championships of Performing Arts, took Bachelor of Music at UST Conservatory of Music (major Classical Voice, minor Piano), a well honed singer at a very young age, will now be having her solo concert entitled #FEARLESS at Music Museum, Greenhills set on February 28, Friday with special guests Ms. Regine Velasquez-Alcacid, Brenan Espartinez and Ms. Kuh Ledesma.

Recently bloggers had a chance to talked to the Asia's Soul Princess held Tomas Morato. "I titled my concert #Fearless, kasi sa lahat ng pinag-daanan ko I can say that, I overcome all of it fearlessly and I am ready to face whatever challenges life can give" Jonalyn divulge.

"My guests are the one's who help me a lot through the journey of my singing career like ate Regine, na kasama ko palagi sa show sa GMA and thought me a lot of things sa singing and in this industry, si Brenan kasama ko simula palang nung Pinoy Pop and we won gold medals and plaques at WCPA and of course Ms. Kuh na hinahangaan ko nuon pa man" Jonalyn added.

The discussion went informal as we all shared the dinner (pizza and pasta), from shopping to personal habits, Jonalyn shared generously her life with us, reasons why I loved her more and more whenever I see her. 

A sweet girl with a powerful voice from Marikina also nominated for three categories on this year's MYX Music Awards Favorite Mellow Video for "Help Me Get Over", Favorite Media Soundtrack for "Help Me Get Over" (OST of GMA 7's My Husband's Lover) and Favorite Female Artist of the Year.

Please do VOTE everyday by visiting myxph.com or by twitting:

#MYXMusicAwards Favorite Female Artist Jonalyn
#MYXMusicAwards Favorite Mellow Video Help Me Get Over
#MYXMusicAwards Favorite Media Soundtrack Help Me Get Over

Jonalyn Viray also has an upcoming movie entitled "Cattleya An OFW Story" starring Glaiza De Castro, Gerald Madrid, Tess Bomb and introducing herself which will be showing on February 26.

Her self-titled EP is available at all leading record bars nationwide and can be digitally downloaded through iTunes under Creative Media Entertainment and distributed by Universal Records.

See you  all at Jonalyn Viray #FEARLESS Concert guys, tickets available (2,000Php, 1,500Php and 800Php) at ticketworld.com.ph or 891-9999 and Music Museum number 721-6726. Presented by Creative Media Entertainment.

For latest updates follow Jonalyn Viray on Social media Twitter & Instagram - @Jonalyn_Viray 

Celebrate Life, Celebrate Your Everyday with GOYA Chocolates

For Filipinos, celebration happens whenever they are birthdays, graduations, Christmas, New Year and even if someone is about to leave the country for work. But did you know that even without special occasions, we can celebrate and enjoy life to the fullest, yes you heard me right, specially if you have a stock of the sweetest food on earth, CHOCOLATES :)

For more than five decades, GOYA has been making life sweeter for every Filipino, by making chocolate products that fits every peoples lives. From chocolate bars, chocolate covered-pretzels, chocolate wafer and even chocolate spreads.

Recently an event called "Celebrate Everyday with Goya" was prepared and attended by Goya supporters, media and friends who patronized them through years. The night was full of fun-filled chocolate-ish ambiance, as people enjoyed the taste of Goya products that is waiting for them at the Chocolate Buffet.

The momentous event even more memorable, because Goya introduces their brand endorser, non other than The Primetime Princess Kim Chiu, who offered a song and generously gave her time to each and every one in the room. From photo opps to games, Kim offers her sweetest moment with us and celebrate the moment.

"With Goya, we now make delicious, world-class and premium-quality chocolates that are within their reach. They don't have to spent more or wait for their padala to enjoy delectable chocolates. It's now available right here in our country, the finest chocolate at a price they all can afford. That alone is worthy enough to celebrate" explains General Manager Josenilo Chincuanco.

How was that to celebrate your everyday with Goya? Isn't it the sweetest kind of offer only from our country's very own products. So let us all celebrate life and celebrate it with Goya.

For more details you may visit Goya Chocoholics on Facebook fan page http://www.facebook.com/GoyaChocoholics .

Circulo Verde's Hachi Park (Dog Park)

Dogs are said to be "the man's best friend" and as a best friend, we should treat them as part of our family, giving their needs and taking care of what they want. From food, shelter and activities, owner must take good care of their furry friends. 

Circulo Verde recently opens it's door for you and your furry friends to help to make them happy. Hachi Park, named from the famous dog Hachiko, the loyal dog who patiently waited at the Shibuya station in Japan every day for the arrival of his owner, despite being dead for 9 years.. The park is located at the left side of the vicinity.

The Human-friendly dog park welcomes everyone, specially the residence of 10-hectare area which is set to have a 15 residential towers, also features 70% space for jogging, biking, and more when it completed.

The opening day of the Hachi Park started early with fun run for dog and their owners when the three placers where awarded and rewarded with exciting prices from the sponsors. Then the blessings and ribbon cutting of the park followed and the Filipino dog whisperer Mr. Lestre Zapanta discuss a brief information on how to train dogs.

Circulo Verde residents, can now visit the Hachi Park everyday from 6AM to 9PM, an off-leash policy will be maintain for your pets to meet new friends and roam around freely at the 1.2 meter high fence.

It's a great place to live in, right? Nice place, great ambiance and spacious for you, your family and also furry friends.

For more information about Ortigas & Co developer visit www.CirculoVerde.com.ph.

Max's Restaurant 's 4Sharing Meal for only PhP 799

It's back, yes it is, the Max's Restaurant's 4Sharing Meal, an offering that highlights the Filipino's penchant for great food and fun, bonding moments with family and friends. Starting the year with an innovative and mouthwatering spread, Max's beckons its avid diners to bite into the freshest seafood catch and revel in a unique dining experience, the Max's way.

 

Max’s latest 4Sharing Meal is delectably satisfying to the palate and light on the budget. Diners get to enjoy Max’s Fish Fillet in Black Bean Sauce, a lightly breaded cream dory fillet with red bell pepper strips, spring onions, ginger strips in delectable black bean sauce. For those craving for a sweet seafood twist, they may opt for Max's Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet, breaded fish in bite-size portions simmered in a delicious sweet and sour sauce. Foodies may choose between these two delightful dishes and pair it with one whole, regular, sarap-to-the-bones Fried Chicken. Of course, any Filipino meal will not be complete without steaming cups of white rice and cool glasses of iced tea or any Pepsi soft drink. This amazing offering is perfect for customers dining in groups of 4. Any food aficionado looking for a delicious and value-for-money offering may avail of this mouthwatering feast for only PhP 799. That's PhP221 worth of savings. Max's 4Sharing Meal offering will run from January 6 to February 26, 2014.

Learn more about Max’s 4Sharing Meals by logging on to www.maxschicken.com. Visit www.facebook.com/maxsrestaurant.

Review: Star Cinema's "Starting Over Again"

Last week I had a chance to be one of the chosen bloggers who had opportunity to interview the director, writer and casts of the latest offering of Star Cinema - Starting Over Again. The bloggers conference happen at Star Cinema office in ELJ Building, ABS-CBN Compound and yesterday I watched the film with my best friend at SM Megamall.

When I had a chance to ask my three prepared questions, I did it with confidence but immediately broken it when eys meets Piolo's hehe...

1. For Ms. Carmi Raymundo (screenplay), as the writer of the film, what is your inspiration or reference in making the story? 

There's is no one in particular, basta inisip ko lang na lahat naman pinagdadaanan ang mga nangyari dito and from that yun yung naging inspiration ko. About ex-gf/bf, moving-on and starting again.

2. For Inang (director Olivia M. Lamasan) , what comes first the story or the casts?

In this case ang casts ang nauna and binago din namin ang original story because hindi na bagay sa kanila ang material na nasa akin. Matagal ng hinantay ang movie for Toni and Piolo at this is it.

3.For Piolo, how much of Piolo in the character of Marco

Ang hirap i-quality nun, i guess you should have to know your character, trust the character and of course the director. I trying to be the character every time I am doing the film and vice versa.

Then last night me and three of my best friends had a chance to watched the movie by availing the last slots we can had at SM Megamall because we saw online that Ayala Malls cinemas are full.

I really wanted how Inang shows the reality of the story, in every move and words that the characters says, you'll always think that yes, this is happening, this happen, not only in your life but also in your friend or in one way or another.

I can say that Ginny is really a Toni Gonzaga, from the way she talks, walks and gosh, every time she cries, I think a pale is not enough for her tears (buhos talaga) galing...

Well Piolo is Piolo, as he answered in my interview I can only think of one thing "nasabi nya kaya ito sa tunay na buhay", because he delivers every line spontaneously eh..

This weekend I have a date again with another batch of friends and guess what watching Starting Over Again is in the list hehehe..

Definitely, a must watch movie of Star Cinema a well written movie with excellent execution from beginning to end, different emotions can be felt, as if your riding a roller coaster at the comfort of your seat. Very kilig ending...basta you should watch it..naka SMILE kapa din before you left the theater hehe..:

know more about Mikael Daez, Sam YG, Paolo Abrera, Mikey Bustos, JC Intal, Patrick Deyto and Rapha Banson's FIRST LOVE

Yes it is Valentine's Day today and everybody is celebrating it with extra sweeter and lovelier. But did you know that men are more expressive than women at this day of time? They are the one's who give special treatments, sharing love letters and giving special presents.

today, I found this video of men telling more about their first loves: 



You can also share yours by clicking the share button, Happy Valentine's Day everyone, i'll be with my blogger friends tonight at Mercato Centrale in BCG after an hour of an easy jog. If you want a date, we'll be waiting there just tweet me @ning4u oki hehe :)

make your Valentine's Day more sweeter with MAX'S S'mores Fudge Bar

Since it's Valentine's Day, why not make it sweeter and lovelier by sending Max's food worth at least Php1,500 to your loved ones anywhere within the Philippines and Max's will include a box of S'mores Fudge Bars from Max's Corner Bakery absolutely FREE! Promo period is within February 14 to 16, 2014 (Philippine local date) so better make sure to schedule your orders only within those dates.

It is true that "Sweet things come in small packages". With Max's S'mores Fudge bars as they come in cute, chocolate-colored tote boxes. I'm sure your love one or ones will appreciate the heart day and it will create a memorable time.

Filled with chewy mini marshmallows and the crisp goodness of graham crackers, Max's irresistibly rich chocolate fudge bars perfectly conclude a mouthwatering meal of Max's classic home-cooked dishes: Crispy Pata, Sinigang, Kare-Kare, and Max's world-famous, "sarap-to-the-bones" Fried Chicken.

"Max's is in the business of creating unforgettable memories for every Filipino. This Valentine's Day, we invite everybody to share their favorite Max's dishes while enjoying the company of their family and loved ones. They'll be delighted to discover that delightful S'mores Fudge Bars from Max's await them at the end of their meal. We believe that simple things and sweet gestures make the perfect Valentine's surprise for the most special people in their lives," enthused Bobby Simborio, Corporate PR and Media Manager for Max's Group of Companies.

What are you waiting for? go and order now at any Max Restaurant nationwide from February 14 to 16, 2014. For more exciting news from the most loved Filipino brand, visitwww.maxschicken.com or check out www.facebook.com/maxsrestaurant to be a member of Max’s Facebook Fan Page.

MISS RACHELLE is ready for her SEND-OFF CONCERT on February 22 at Meralco Theater

The last time we talked to Ms. Rachelle Ann Go, is when she had her photo shoot for her upcoming concert (story HERE). Yesterday, we had a chance to be at Miss Rachelle: The Send-Off Concert press conference held at Discovery Suites in Ortigas. 

Miss Rachelle: The Send-Off Concert is all set on February 22, Saturday at Meralco Theater. The venue will be turn into different or far from the usual concert scene, as Rachelle says "I did expect the venue can be turned that way, it's different in all aspect, basta ang galing". 

"I prepared lots of gowns, so expect to have many costume changes as the concert progresses, and the songs we prepared are arrange according to my journey in this industry" she added.

See the rest of the press conference here:




Special guests will be joining her on stage are Erik Santos, Christian Bautista, Mark Bautista, Ms Regine Velasquez and Adubb Dancers. Directed by Paul Basinillo and the Musical Director is Mr. Homer Flores.

See you all at February 22 at Meralco Theater okay, you can purchase your tickets at www.ticketworld.com.ph or cal 891-9999.

U-BIX Corporation's 40th Anniversary

U-Bix Corporation is celebrating this year's 40th Anniversary of delivering sales and distribution to both office and production printing machines, and their related services. U-Bix Corporation aims to provide a one-stop solution to the needs of their customers.

U-Bix still leads the industry in terms of copiers (Riso), printers ( Konica Minolta), office furniture (Okamura), supply and services  (Service Master, Terminix and Merry Maids). From essential office equipment up to the services that has quality and satisfying U-Bix can offer it anytime, anywhere.

Nowadays, with the fast-changing technology, U-Bix also adapting into it by introducing newest and latest products, specially on its 40th anniversary. U-Bix Founder, Chairman and CEO Atty. Edilberto Bravo said "We are introducing the 3D printing in the coming months and collaborate widely to the photographers club and organization to serve them well and better on their needs."

Through the years, the company also giving back to the community in need and devastated by natural calamity. "Our Corporate Social Responsibility  (CSR) continues as we grow, from providing job, we also protect the family of our employees and the community where they belong through food, water and clean environment" the Founder added.

Rest assure that in the coming years, U-Bix will continue to provide us with quality, reliable and durable office equipment and services.

For more information visit www.ubix.com.ph :)

PARADIZOO: Power Of Three Festival, Tagaytay

Tagaytay is one of the places, I go to, if I want to relax and unwind. Cold wind, fresh air and a complete variety of restaurants where you can dine and relax in different hotels available around. But there's a lot of interesting and educational places Tagaytay has to offer especially for family and barkada who want to learn at the same time gain memories that only Tagaytay can offer. Two of which are under Zoomanity Group, the PARADIZOO and RESIDENCE INN Tagaytay.

Recently me and my blogger friends were invited to the launch of Paradizoo: Power Of Three Festival. As we were fetched at Yupangco Building, Makati City headed by Ms. Grace Nicolas of Zoomanity Group and also served as our tour guide, a two-hour drive to Tagaytay gave us an opportunity to rest and get ready for the activities ahead.

We arrived at Paradizoo around 9:30AM and we were welcome by the staff with smiles, a dog named Sexy who sits very sexy indeed and a glass of cold and refreshing taste of lemon grass concoction.

Paradizoo:Power Of Three (floral, vegetable and agri-livestock) Festival, people have the opportunity to explore the floral or flower collection within the vicinity, taste the wide variety of vegetable around and learn to live the farm way with agri-livestock animals.

Then we get the chance to interact with animals at the Animal Farm area. We of course took pictures of them and with them, the basics of farming like goat milking, feeding and more. Parade of animals was fun and enjoyable, specially for the kids and kids at heart like me hehe :) 

After which, we went to Flower Garden and saw familiar ones, but the most interesting is how the flowers bloom so beautifully at cold weather. Flowers are more vibrant and blooming, more so the arrangement at the flower garden are perfect, as if your walking down the aisles and your prince charming is waiting at the end of it :)

Our journey at Paradizoo: Power Of Three continues at the Vegetable Farm where kinds of lettuce are grown. You can also harvest your own and avail veggies in a very affordable prices (and I bought for my husband, of course). The area also places the Wedding Pavilion and Boot Camp which is available for all kinds of events. 

Then we visited also the Butterfly and Honey Bee Farm and learn more about them. The butterflies are a little bit shy to be with us as they are enjoying flying around instead (well that's their natural habit). On the other hand, bees are confined in a box busy making honey because we learn that summer (harvest time) is near, but the excess honey at the farm is also available for sale especially at harvest season.

After our Paradizoo adventure we went straight to Residence Inn, which houses the animals like snakes, birds and more. Some of my blogger friends tried the Zip Line and Cable Car which is a must try at Residence Inn. We enjoyed the place for almost two housr but I think it's not enough for me so I have to go back soon. They also have rooms available if you want to have total relaxation or stay a day or more, with a perfect view of Taal Volcano and lake.

These are the schedule that we should be in mind, if we want to go at Tagaytay particularly at Paradizoo and Residence Inn or visit their website for updates www.zoomanity.com.ph or call 899-9828 or 08.

Horse Parade/ Animal Parade - January 11 to March 2
Livestock Festival - February 15 to February 22

***WAIT, Since it's a power of three, i'll be giving away three (3) Free Entrance tickets good for two (2) at Paradizoo and a 50% OFF Entrance at Residence Inn with FREE shuttle  (Paradizoo-Res Inn) . All you have to do is to FOLLOW and TAG Zoomanity  Group and Ning Buning on Facebook and Twitter @zoomanitygroup, @ning4u and @nobodybutgrace :) with your interest to go this weekend.

eg: "I want to go to @ZoomanityGroup 's #PARADIZOO for the Power Of Three Festival and #RESIDENCEINN this weekend, @ning4u @nobodybutgrace"

The winners will be announce on Friday lunch time, for you have a chance to gather your family and friends and plan the weekend. See you there guys !!