Jennifer Lopez Covers Glamour Magazine June 2012 Issue

Jennifer Lopez graced the covers of the latest UK issue of Glamour Magazine's June 2012 issue.

In this month's issue, cover girl singer ,  'American Idol Judge'  Jennifer Lopez talks about her relationship and cosmetic surgery. She talks about twins Max and Emme,  and  how to keep amazing figure. She shined chatted about her relationship with dancer/boyfriend Casper Smart.

Some highlights of the interview:

On cosmetic surgery:

I'd like to think I'll age gracefully, but then I think, 'Well, what if I do want a little bit of something?'

On starting a relationship:

 

"You've got to be OK on your own before you can be OK with somebody else."

On the importance of keeping new relationships out of the spotlight:

"It matters. Especially at the beginning of a relationship. To give something a chance, to really get to know somebody, you want to do it out of the public eye. The media, they want to rush everything. Give their seedy opinions without knowing all the facts."

On her family, kids : 

 “It takes a village - you do really learn what that means when you have kids. It's a juggling act, just like any single mom. They just started school, three days a week. I have to travel without them here and there, so it's really important they're surrounded by family when I'm not there. They come first, though. I like to wake up with them. I like to put them to bed. That's how we do it so they feel loved, happy and what they are - the most important thing in my life.”

J Lo represented for all Latinas--showing off her curves while dressed in a Chris Benz skirt and Enza Coasta vest, paired with a Salvatore Ferragamo bandeau top.

Britain's No.1 Women's Magazine - Glamour has the hottest celebrities, the best fashion and beauty, gripping real-life stories, in depth features, entertainment, health, fitness, food and travel and more.

Find out more about Jennifer Lopez and check out her stylish spread in the June 2012 issue of Glamour UK. 

Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips makes it to top 2 on 'American Idol'

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest announced the top two remaining contestants on Season 11 of “American Idol” show Friday morning (Manila time), Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez will be in the American Idol 2012 finale. Joshua Ledet was eliminated. According to host Ryan Seacrest, nearly 90 million votes were cast.

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest announced the top two remaining contestants on Season 11 of “American Idol” show Friday morning (Manila time), Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez will be in the American Idol 2012 finale. Joshua Ledet was eliminated. According to host Ryan Seacrest, nearly 90 million votes were cast.

On Thursday’s results show, Jimmy Iovine , music producer , said he thought Sanchez’s performances lacked “a magical moment.

As Tyler said to her, “You’ll be the last one standing here. I believe that.”

On Wednesday night’s performance , Sanchez sang three songs,  Mariah Carey’s “My All,” Aerosmith’s “I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing,” and Jackson 5’s “I’ll Be There.”

Crowd favorite Filipino-American-Mexican Jessica Sanchez hails from Chula Vista, San Diego, California, will be pitted against Phillip Phillips. The top two contestants will perform next week for the last public voting. The winner will be  crowned on Wednesday May 23.

Hope Jessica will be the first half-Pinay and first Asian to win American Idol.

Best wishes and best of luck Jessica !

Who Will Be The American Idol 2012?

America will crown its new Idol now!  Will it be Jessica Sanchez, Phillip Phillips, or Joshua Ledet?

Jessica is probably the best female vocalist who has ever been on the show. Joshua is probably the best male vocalist on the show and Phillip who is probably the most artistic vocalist ever. It's all up to America now.

Jessica who’s of Filipino and Latino heritage and has reportedly garnered heavy support from voters in those communities across the United States.

Jessica Sanchez gets endorsement from President Benigno Aquino III of the Philippines who has reportedly chosen his winner for Idol.

President Aquino says he is happy Jessica Sanchez is one of the singing contest's top three finalists. Aquino says he wants to see 16-year-old Filipina and California native Jessica Sanchez take the win this year.

“Hopefully she really reaches the top,” the president said of Jessica.

I really hope that the next American Idol would be our Jessica Sanchez.

Wishing you all the best Jessica ! 

Check Online:

http://www.americanidol.com/

AXE Anarchy girls apologizing for the new AXE TVC

Anarchy is the first Axe fragrance to be available in a women's version, after many years of popularizing the "Axe effect" with young men.

The "Axe effect" now comes in double-strength with the launch of a new fragrance -- Axe Anarchy is available in versions for men and women.

Axe Philippines launches their newest product “Axe Anarchy For Men and For Women” with a very fun, hot  but risque television commercial (TVC).

AXE Anarchy for Men and Women 

We all need a little anarchy in our lives. Unleash the chaos with AXE for him, and for her.

And now, there is another AXE Anarchy TVC

BNO (Boys Night Out) Massage by the Axe Anarchy Girls

Axe wanted to make it up to the DJ's of Boys Night Out after leaving the bitin  with their censored TVC.

As the perfect apology, Axe Girls were sent to the BNO boys, ready to give them one hell of a massage.

 

One Direction’s Up All Night - The Live Tour DVD Fan Party!

One Direction fans will enjoy one day event for an exclusive dvd launch and fan party on May 28th at 10 A.M.  in Sky Dome of SM North EDSA.

SM City North Edsa, Astroplus, Smart, MYX and Ivory Music & Video, the exclusive licensee of Sony Music in the Philippines, present the biggest DVD event of the year – One Direction’s Up All Night - The Live Tour DVD Fan Party!

Meet Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson - together they are One Direction. It's hard to believe that just two years ago these five boyshadn't evenmet each other. But with the help of the biggest television show in the UK, The X Factor, their millions of loyal fans and some killer songs, One Direction have just seen their debut album go to number one in 15 countries around the world. They have become a global phenomenon.

While the UK applauded the boys success, the news came that they had been offered a record deal in America – they were to sign to Columbia Records. The deal was made and in February 2012, Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis went out to America to promote their debut single. They began a gruelling tour of the States, visiting radio stations and fans wherever they could and playing on world-renowned TV shows like The Today Show and Saturday Night Live. And their hard work paid off "What Makes You Beautiful‟ debuted at No.28 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the highest entry for a British group‟s debut single since the Spice Girls ' Wannabe‟ in 1997.

As One Direction continued on their travels, so the 1D Mania grew and the phenomenon gathered meteoric pace. Fans would line the streets outside studios, hotels and malls, hoping to meet their idols. In March 2012, the news came that Up All Night had entered the US Billboard 200 chart at number one – making music history as the first UK group to debut at No.1 with the debut album. The boys had done it, they‟d officially cracked America!

It wasn't just America either – Up All Night had gone to number one in 15 different countries across the world including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Sweden and Mexico. The group celebrated this astounding achievement by announcing they would play a headline show at the incredible Madison. Square Garden in New York in December – a venue that has played host to the likes of Michael Jackson, Elton John, The Foo Fighters, Madonna and The Rolling Stones.

“We actually can't believe we got a number one album in America,” Harry laughs. “We‟re just teenage boys, how did that happen? And now we get to play some of the most incredible venues in the world. We‟re so lucky.”

April saw One Direction pick up two Nickelodeon Kids' Choice awards in LA, where they performed on stage alongside the likes of Katy Perry and Justin Bieber and in front of the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama. Their success was unprecedented and they now even had a celebrity following with the likes of Joe Jonas, Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift speaking out about how much they adored these five boys from over the pond.

“That was one of the most surreal days ever,” Liam revealed at the time. “Will Smith, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Michelle Obama - wow what it going on with my life!”

In celebration, they took their Up All Night tour to Australia and New Zealand. And it was from there that they announced that they will be going on an arena tour around North America this summer and then again in 2013 as part of their World Tour.

Niall smiles, “We‟re very luck lads. And we can‟t wait to tour North America in the summer. And I‟m so proud to be flying the flag for Ireland.”

Contemplating their whirlwind rise to fame and their amazing success, Liam smiles, “It's amazing to think back to when we were first put together - and to the point we are at now. Things have moved so quickly, it's got all of us in a massive state of shock. It's so surreal to think of everything - like wining the BRIT, doing our first UK tour, having our first number one. I can't believe all of this has happened to us five lucky guys. We love our fans and owe all our success entirely to them – we want them to know that.”

“And not only have I had a lot of fun making music and working in the music industry but I've made the four best mates and four brothers that I'd always wanted. I couldn't ask to work with four nicer guys and I‟m very proud to be in One Direction.”

The final word from Simon Cowell : 

“I couldn‟t be happier for One Direction, it is an incredible achievement. They deserve it. They have the best fans in the world.”

Kroketten: Fun and Healthy Potato Dutch Snacks with Filipino Twist

Here's another way to enjoy potato! Have fun, filling and healthy Kroketten experience! Potato Dutch Snacks, Kroketten is with a Pinoy Twist.


If there’s one type of carb that Filipinos have a strong penchant, that’s potato. Whether it’s mashed, fried, in a salad and soup, we so love the flavor and feel of the tiny grains that melt wonderfully in each bite.

Since snacking on potato is one of the most popular sustenance and enjoyment in the country, we introduce a unique variety that is surely yummy, appealing, and extra healthy. It’s also interesting to know that it’s made affordable for all! Introducing Kroketten, Netherland’s favorite snack as the Dutch word means a little, round ball.

“Kroketten is one of the best ways to enjoy potato—crunchy, filled with cheese and meat, while they’re deep fried in a healthy corn oil. We’re now located in twelve branches which amazingly garners an impressive response since we started operations fourth quarter of last year”, says Kroketten president/owner Maribel Bosch.

A former hotelier boasting a vast exposure to the best cuisines of the world, there’s no denying that Maribel is also an expert in the kitchen and has discerning taste buds.  Having been based overseas with her husband and kids, she discovered that croquettes deserve to be in the Philippines soon for its simple and delicious taste which she thought will appeal to all levels of people. True enough, her gut feel proved to be true as Kroketten is growing and is now trending in Manila.  

Kroketten offers three varieties: Original Kroket, the original oblong shape with ground beef, chicken, and cheese; Kroketballen, by far Filipinos’ most favorite and has three pieces of crunchy potato balls which come with dips; and the miniballen, the bite sized potato balls considered best for sharing. If you plan to tweak your group’s usual snack gathering at your place, Kroketten’s potato balls are worth serving, for only P35 per order. Since the product can last days if stored properly and has the same great taste when properly reheated, Kroketten is an absolutely healthy snack that will satisfy your guests whether for private gathering or a party!

With Kroketballen’s assorted flavors, it’s no surprise that this type is deemed the most popular.  From cheese, chicken, beef, bacon, hotdog, longganisa, pork adobo, mango, and tuyo flakes, all flavors offer an exciting taste with a Filipino twist, especially when paired with the tasty dips. “Our company aims to reach all levels of market A to C, for everyone to enjoy quality, healthy and good food. We never want our products to be intimidating that’s why we came up with a combo meal-- our five pieces mini ballen (P20) and our four pieces mini ballen with the 6.5 oz revitalize 10 or Nutri 10 fresh fruit drink (P35)”, adds Maribel.

Speaking of fresh fruit drink, it’s also amazing to know that these delicious balls are best paired with invigorating fresh fruit juices one can ever imagine! And why not? They’re made of the purest and natural fruit juice minus the white sugar, branded exclusively by Vers En Snel by Kroketten. A Dutch word means fresh and fast, it has two signature thirst quenchers. One is a certified health booster made of mango and guyabano, the Nutri 10 while the other one is made of succulent combo of strawberry and passion fruit called Revita 10. “Since these drinks have no preservative, our health buff habitués can’t surely get enough of it! If one needs an immediate vitamin boost, we recommend the Nutri 10. But if you’re feeling tired and heavy, our Revita 10 gives an instant uplift. “And because of the ever growing demand for this product, we’re also working on bottling these drinks soon so anyone can take with them this healthy beverage”, exclaims Maribel.

These perfectly composed and polished potato balls are also considered a masterpiece without the guilt. The taste is impressive since it offers a snacking experience that is never boring despite its flavorful taste.

Confident about the potential of the product, the company is also open for franchise for a very affordable total investment of P195, 000 (vat exclusive). To date, it operates in twelve malls with Mall of Asia in Pasay coming up very soon. Ultimately, the brand’s international flavor in design with a unique Filipino appeal will surely make history for being the first healthy Dutch potato snack to expand in the country.

Kroketten is located in twelve branches: 


* Festival Mall Alabang
* Albang Town Center
* GT Tower Makati
* Market! Market!
* Starmall Edsa Shaw
* Robinsons Galleria
* Robinsons Metro East
* SM North Edsa
* SM Lipa Batangas


For inquiries on franchising, please call (632) 822-5711 or 09178596623.

Kroketten Philippines - Taste Teaser Game at Alabang Town Center (ATC)