REBISCO AWARDS 55 SARI-SARI STORE OWNERS WITH STORE MAKEOVER AND PRODUCTS

Manila, Philippines – Homegrown snack giant Rebisco is spreading the anniversary joy to its grassroots business partners.

As part of its 55^th year celebration, Rebisco awarded 55 lucky sari-sari store owners with store makeover and products for each. The winners were selected among hundreds of small business proprietors who shared their stories detailing how the snack food giant has made an impact on their lives and businesses.

According to Rebisco President Jonathan C. Ng, the project was borne out of a simple yet poignant motivation: to express gratitude. “Sari-sari stores are crucial to our business model,” he said. “These entrepreneurs are our loyal and hardworking community partners who help nourish Rebisco’s continued growth and success. This project is one of many ways we want to give back, by empowering them and their businesses.”

Shining the spotlight

Of the 55 winners, three were featured in an online video recently released by Rebisco.

Ester Recinto, a 66-year-old sari-sari store owner from Batangas, runs a strategically located store near an elementary school. She started selling in 1974, with a P300 capital. Over the years, she was able to grow her business from a cabinet display of Rebisco products to an actual store.

Twenty-two-year-old Naname Dahoya from Cebu started a sari-sari store to help augment her parents’ meager income and support her six siblings. She calls Rebisco her “superhero” because the company’s popular snacks helped her small business grow, thus providing her and her family a more stable income.

The third featured winner is Sally Angulo from Zamboanga del Norte. At first, Sally only sold condiments and vegetables but eventually realized that there was a market for snacks. After researching her options, she decided to sell Rebisco products because of its high-quality products at more affordable prices.

“We hope that their stories inspire others to persevere amid adversities,” Rebisco Trade Marketing Head Michelle Ceniza said. “We are grateful to our partner sari-sari store owners for their loyalty and patronage these past five decades. It truly is an honor for Rebisco to be an instrument to the success of their business.”

Stronger partnership

After a momentous year-long anniversary celebration, Rebisco looks to the future with optimism.

“We look forward to sharing more successful years with our sari-sari store partners,” Ng added.

To watch the video, check out Rebisco Snackademy Facebook page.

JOLLIBEE'S SULIT-COMPLETE MEAL ARE NOW MORE AFFORDABLE

Finding something—and someone—who brings joy to one’s day is one of the best things in life. When you encounter your favorite pampasaya, the boost of happiness that you get is truly incomparable.

 

In Jollibee’s latest TV commercial, the adorable couple who found their pampasaya in one another and their Jolly favorites in the Kwentong Jollibee Valentines video “Proposal” makes a cheerful comeback with an exciting announcement that is sure to make you smile: Jollibee’s Sulit-Complete Meals are now more affordable!        

“With rising prices of goods, Pinoys are always on the lookout for tasty yet inexpensive food choices. Jollibee hopes to empower Filipinos by bringing together Jollibee favorites which have constantly delivered joy to Pinoys but at even more affordable prices for everyone to enjoy” said Cathleen Capati, Jollibee’s AVP for Flagship Products. “We believe that with this, our value meals will continue to deliver that joyful meal experience that customers can have on a daily basis!”

Savor the sweet-sarap goodness of the meatiest, cheesiest Jolly Spaghetti plus regular drink for only P55.00*. Round out lunch, snack, or dinner time with a tried-and-tested trio: the 100% beefy langhap-sarap Yumburger with Jolly Crispy Fries and regular drink for only P79.00*. And for the ultimate pampasaya, enjoy your Jolly Spaghetti with the Yumburger and drink for only P89.00*!

Enjoy your favorite value meals today at the most sulit-saya prices! The Jollibee Sulit-Complete Meals are available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru transactions.

For more information about Jollibee’s products and promotions, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Studios on YouTube, and follow @Jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

* Prices may vary across different locations

RIVA QUENERY MAKES HER MUSIC DEBUT WITH “REWIND”

Dancer, YouTuber, and Multimedia personality, Riva Quenery– or more popularly known as RIVA –marks her debut as a recording artist with her single, “Rewind,”released under Ivory Music & Video.

Fresh from the single that will be launch in YouTube Fan Fest Manila 2019 in MOA Arena, the song is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Apple Music, and all digital streaming platforms. The lyric video is also now available on YouTube. The official music video will be released on May 29, Riva’s birthday.

“Rewind” is a song full of longing for a lost love. Reminiscing memories with a past lover, the song’s protagonist wishes for time to rewind and for the same burning love to come back around. The combination of the upbeat, dance melody and the melancholic lyrics will surely take the listeners by surprise. “Crying in the club” –as what the youth call it.

Riva Quenery rose to fame when she started her YouTube channel, RiVlog, in 2016, where she showcases her dancing abilities and connecting to her fans through her vlogs. RiVlog reached one million subscribers on February 2019. Riva further minted her name in showbiz when she joined noontime show “It’s Showtime” as a member of the girl group GirlTrends. She was also recently part of the reality talent show “World of Dance Philippines” as a co-host for World of Dance Online.

CHECK OUT RIVA QUENERY THROUGH THESE LINKS:

https://www.youtube.com/user/pleasecherrytop

https://www.facebook.com/RivaQueneryOfficial/

https://twitter.com/rivaquenery_

https://www.instagram.com/riva/

FOR MORE UPDATES, FOLLOW IVORY MUSIC & VIDEO:

https://www.facebook.com/ivorymusicph

https://www.instagram.com/ivorymusicph

https://twitter.com/ivorymusicph

https://youtube.com/ivorymusicph

ALTERNATIVE POP BAND ROOM FOR CIELO BRINGS A WAVE OF NOSTALGIA WITH A SONG ABOUT MOVING ON

“Promise bukas, malakawa meron na ako’ng iba,” sings ROOM FOR CIELO, an alternative pop band hailing from the south of the metro. In their newest single, the band narrates the ups and downs of nursing a heartbreak. “Bukas, Makalawa” pulls at the listeners’ heartstrings as the protagonist reminisces a lost love and his journey of moving on. With its relatable and honest lyrics, “Bukas, Makalawa” is the newest hugot song to dominate music listeners’ sawi playlist.

Room for Cielo is known for their nostalgic sounds from the 80s-90s OPM era and flavours of modern Pop and Ballad infused to their music. The band consists of Pael Gutierrez (vocalist), Daryl Cielo (guitarist/composer), PJ Ballares (bassist), and Justin Felias (drummer). 

They recently released the music video for their song “Hindi Ko Alam.” Fans can also expect more songs and shows from the band this 2019.

Bukas, Makalawa is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Deezer, and all major digital platforms.

CHECK OUT ROOM FOR CIELO THROUGH THESE LINKS:

https://www.facebook.com/roomforcielo/

https://twitter.com/roomforcielo

https://www.instagram.com/roomforcielo/

FOR MORE UPDATES, FOLLOW IVORY MUSIC & VIDEO:

https://www.facebook.com/ivorymusicph

https://www.instagram.com/ivorymusicph

https://twitter.com/ivorymusicph

https://youtube.com/ivorymusicph

STARBUCKS GOES GREENER ON EARTH DAY

To encourage reusability on Earth Day and to inspire its customers to make more sustainable choices all year long, Starbucks will launch reusable hot and cold cups in the Philippines. Reducing its environmental footprint and positively impacting the communities it serves has always been important to Starbucks. Starting April 22, the reusable cups and straws will be available at all Starbucks® stores in the Philippines. 

Interestingly, the reusable cup is nearly identical to Starbucks iconic white cup and is made from polypropylene, a plastic which is widely accepted into global recycling infrastructure. The new reusable cups are designed to make the cup sturdier than paper and is a more sustainable approach to single-use packaging.

As Starbucks continues to works towards creating a more sustainable planet, it also empowers others to join the cause and help organizations with the same vision. From April 22 to 26, customers who will bring in their reusable cups, personal tumblers or mugs of at least 16oz. in size or higher will be given the option to donate their Php5 cup discount to their choice of environmental organization from the given NGO partners. Upon choosing an organization to donate to, customers will receive a complimentary upsize.

Customers may choose between the World Wildlife Fund for Nature Philippines or the Haribon Foundation, two organizations dedicated to preserving life and nature. By the end of the promo, Starbucks commits to shoulder the amount needed to match the donations between the two organizations.

Globally, an estimated 600 billion paper and plastic cups are distributed annually. Although Starbucks cups only account for around 1% of that total, it is committed to bring more sustainable solutions to reduce waste. Since 2014, Starbucks has offered the reusable cup in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. and so far the company has sold more than 25 million globally.

Last year, Starbucks also announced its goal of removing all plastic straws in its store globally by 2020. In the Philippines, the coffee brand has also begun taking steps towards this goal with the Skip the Straw initiative. At local stores, customers are offered to skip the straws, disposable utensils and napkins for their orders and are provided more sustainable options including specially-designed sipping lids and compostable straws.

“We’ve seen an increase in public awareness and concern for the plastic waste issue in recent years. We’re proud to provide a reusable option in all Starbucks® stores in the Philippines without making sacrifices to our customers’ daily coffee needs,” said Keith Cole, head of marketing, category and QA, Starbucks Philippines. “While there is still a long way to go, we’re excited to work with others to find global solutions and encourage our customers to choose reusability whenever possible.”

PETRON LAKBAY ALALAY HOLY WEEK 2019 SCHEDULE

In its continuing efforts to offer Filipino motorists “the best ang biyahe” experience, market leader Petron Corporation is once again activating the country’s longest-running motorist roadside assistance for the Holy Week holidays with Petron Lakbay Alalay pit stops at 11 stations in Luzon, and 6 stations in Visayas and Mindanao.

From April 17 to 21, groups of Petron employee-volunteers will be devoting their Holy Week break to offer emergency assistance to motorists with car problems like overheating, flat tires, and other car concerns.

Participating Petron service stations and Car Care Centers will offer free safety checks to ensure that vehicles are roadworthy and properly maintained. For those who might be feeling the physical effects of travel, a free 15-minute reinvigorating massage can be availed to ease those tired muscles and, if necessary, there is also free medical assistance. There will be fun road safety games with fun prizes while learning how to drive safely. Everyone can also enjoy freebies from Petron Lakbay Alalay partners.

The Petron Lakbay Alalay activations for Holy Week 2019 will be available on the following dates and venues.

New Samsung Galaxy A80: Built for the Era of Live

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. reveals the new Galaxy A80 – a smartphone created for the way people are engaging in the Era of Live. People areincreasingly using their smartphones to share live interactions – capturing spontaneous photos, streaming live video and connecting over shared experiences that are happening right now. We are moving from the ‘era of the selfie’ to the ‘era of live’, where people are fostering more genuine and meaningful connections. Built to drive this evolution, the Galaxy A80 offers compelling innovations: a captivating, full-screen display, Samsung’s first revolutionary rotating camera and an intelligent battery.

“Consumers are at the center of everything we do and they search for devices personalized to their specific lifestyle. Armed with our expertise, global capabilities and rich consumer insights, Samsung is uniquely positioned to provide innovations for everyone,” said DJ Koh, President and CEO of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “The Galaxy A Series provides a range of models so everyone can choose a device that fits their unique needs and enables them to pursue their passions. The Galaxy A80 offers premium features for digital natives who want to fully engage in the Era of Live.”

Capture the world as you see it

Created with Samsung’s first rotating camera, the Galaxy A80 lets people seamlessly capture the world around them. The innovative camera mechanism rotates when users switch between the main camera and selfie mode to deliver the same extraordinary triple camera experience.

When combined with intelligent features, now you can make the most of your shots. This adaptive and dynamic camera allows for an intuitive experience with the same high-resolution lens, front and rear, so you never have to sacrifice on quality. With the 48MP main camera, users can now shoot vivid images day and night. The Galaxy A80’s 3D Depth camera offers Live Focus to not only photos but also videos by scanning objects for measurement and depth. It is built with an Ultra Wide angle lens with the same viewing angle as the human eye, so your favorite views can be shared with less panning.

The Super Steady video mode helps you effortlessly capture content by reducing video shake to ensure smooth, pro-level action videos. And with other intelligent camera features such as Scene Optimizer that can recognize and enhance up to 30 scenes, and Flaw Detection that automatically identifies glitches before you click, you’ll never miss the perfect shot.

Enjoy immersive multimedia experiences

Enabled by the rotating camera, people can experience an uninhibited view with Samsung’s first New Infinity Display. Featuring the 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen, Galaxy A80 brings you content in vivid detail, letting you get fully immersed in every game, video, photo and story.

Galaxy A80’s Dolby Atmos lets you lose yourself in the sound with a 360-degree audience experience when using earphones or Bluetooth speakers. 

Stay connected for longer

The Galaxy A80’s 3,700mAh battery and its Super-Fast Charging at 25W capabilities keep you connected for longer and give you more freedom by allowing you to charge your phone quickly – so you don’t miss a beat.

The Galaxy A80 also features an intelligent battery which learns your daily routine and app usage patterns to optimize your phone’s power consumption. The Adaptive Power Saving Mode enables users to be reassured knowing the smart battery is running most efficiently for the best performance needed.

Access what you need, when you need it – safely and securely

The Galaxy A80’s Intelligent Performance Enhancer provides AI-powered performance optimization software, which adjusts battery, CPU, RAM and the temperature of your device based on your unique usage, helping your phone work harder and launch apps faster when you need them.

Bixby Routines helps keep you on track by learning your app usage patterns and analyzing your habits so that it knows which features you need, when you need them. Bixby Routines automates your everyday tasks and apps based on your routine, such as driving or being at work.

Fortified by Samsung Knox, Samsung’s defense-grade security platform designed to protect from chipset to software, people can enjoy the freedom of connection safely on Galaxy A80. This allows people to use Samsung Pass to access apps and websites by using biometric authentication. To increase ease, a fingerprint scanner was embedded on-screen so people can intuitively unlock their phone.

To complement people’s active lifestyles, Galaxy A80 includes button-activated or hands-free Bixby so that users can get connected to the information needed more conveniently. Users can also easily access other features such as Bixby Vision, Bixby Home, and Reminder while on-the-go. The Galaxy A80 also features key Galaxy experiences including Samsung Health and more.

Express your style with an elegant design

The Galaxy A80 is available in two colors: Angel Gold and Phantom Black. The Gold color includes elements of pink so these colors look different depending on light direction and reflection.

The Galaxy A80’s sleek design and comfortable, ergonomic grip ensures it fits comfortably in your hand – so it’s easy to use when on-the-go.

For more information about the Galaxy A Series, visit www.samsungmobilepress.com,www.news.samsung.com/galaxy or www.samsung.com/galaxy

SAMSUNG GALAXY A80 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CATEGORY	FEATURES
Display	6.7-inch FHD+ (1080x2400) Super AMOLED, New Infinity Display
Rotating Camera (front/rear)	Main: 48MP, F2.0 Ultra Wide: 8MP, F2.2 (123°) 3D Depth Rotating Camera
Body	165.2 x 76.5 x 9.3 mm
AP	Octa Core (2.2GHz + 1.7GHz)
Memory	8 GB RAM / 128 GB Internal Storage
Micro SD	Not Supported
Battery	3,700mAh (typical)* 25W Super Fast Charging
OS	Android 9.0 (Pie)
Biometric Authentications	On-Screen Fingerprint
Color	Phantom Black, Angel Gold
Design	3D Glass + Metal Frame

GET READY FOR STARBUCKS SUMMER GETAWAY

Summer is definitely here and what a great way to compensate with the high temperature it creates? Well let me share you this, it's with the Starbucks newest beverages. This April 9, Starbucks is encouraging customers to get ready for summer getaway with a new set of beverages - Triple Mocha Frappuccino, Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino, Red Velvet Cake Cream Frappuccino and of course the returning Mixed Berry Frappuccino.

   

The Triple Mocha Frappuccino® is loaded with Dark Mocha Sauce layered between cold-brew infused whipped cream, white chocolate, and dark caramel. Take away the Dark Mocha Sauce and add some rich and buttery Dark Caramel Sauce and the drink transforms into the delicious Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino®. Another drink added to the regular menu is the Red Velvet Cake Cream Frappuccino®, a confectionery-inspired blend of chocolaty chips, mocha sauce, raspberry and vanilla syrup, topped with whipped cream.

For those who want to feel the tropical vibes, Starbucks also offers a limited-time beverage just for the season of sun – the Mixed Berry Frappuccino® with Pomegranate Pearls. The smooth and fruity beverage is made with mixed berry sauce blended with velvety milk, topped with cream to balance its tart berry flavor.

Apart from their handcrafted Frappuccinos®, Starbucks also offers a tropical treat in the form of fresh coffee beans with the new Starbucks® Kopelani Blend – a blend that brings the flavors of Hawaii into each cup. At the heart of this summer creation is the Hawaiian Ka’u coffee, combined with East African and Latin American beans which enhances the nutty notes and caramelly sweetness, for which Ka’u coffee is known for.

Carry with you the perfect complement for the balmy weather - the Botanical card, a Starbucks Card which features island scenes and tropical plants, available for an initial activation amount of Php300. Another fun and cute design is the new Popsicle card, also available for an initial activation of Php300.

There will also be new Starbucks merchandise to help you feel summer-ready wherever you go. The ‘A Day in The Island’ collection transports customers straight to the beach with its gradient designs depicting island scenes from sunrise to sunset and tropical plants. With the sun brightly shining this time of year, the ‘Gold’ collection also perfectly captures the glow and shimmer of the season with its golden tumblers in new and classic shapes.

The Siren’s Island

To start off the summer getaway, Starbucks invited customers to join in a fun and feel-good break at the Siren’s Island – an island-carnival event where they could throw their cares to the wind and have a good time, all while enjoying the latest Starbucks’ summer offerings.

There was a grand Starbucks Ship welcoming deck - a wooden dock that marked the entry way to the sweetest destination. Fusing the elements of an island getaway and a summer pier carnival, the Siren’s Island brought the best of summer experiences in one spot.

Different stations were inspired by the new Starbucks beverages just like the tall, Dark Caramelt Mountain with its rich caramel lava. Fortunes were uncovered at the Triple Mocha Room which was designed in true carnival fashion. There were also plenty of games to play at the booths just like berry-picking at the Mixed Berries Forest and the classic ring toss game at the Red Velvet Magic Shack.

   

No carnival would be complete without a merry-go-round and the Siren’s Island also had it with a twist, a Selfie-Go-Round, carousel-themed 360◦ photo booth where everyone got to goof off and share clownish moments with their friends. Dressed up as a carnival knick knack store, there was also the Siren’s Souvenir Shop where guests got to grab Starbucks merchandise. The funfair was complete with a food cart that served up Starbucks drinks and snacks.

The Siren’s Island is just the first of many more fun and carefree summer moments that customers can share with Starbucks. Starbucks’ doors are always open, calling everyone to come in to getaway and sip a quick summer escape!