New Year means new appliances from Beko

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Manila, Philippines —The new year signals a fresh start for everyone. While things are not looking too bright right now, we still need to prepare ourselves and our homes for the year ahead.

It’s not unusual for peple to upgrade their appliances at the start of every year. Choosing the right brand is very important. Beko, Europe’s No. 1 appliance brand, has cookers, range hoods, refrigerators, gas hobs, ovens and washing machines that harness technology to your advantage. These appliances have features that work for you and make your life easier.

The "Beko Bigger, Better" promo offers discounts of up to 15% on select models of no frost refrigerators, freestanding cookers, ovens, gas hobs and washing machines from January 15-31, 2020.

"The beginning of a new year is the best time to upgrade and update household items so that our homes are comfortable and everything is more efficient," said Beko Philippines Country Manager Gurhan Gunal.

Participating outlets are SM Appliances, All Home, Ansons, Robinsons, Great World, Asian Home, Manila Imperial, and Savers, and e-commerce sites such as Lazada and  Household Appliances Trading nationwide.

Beko products are also available on Lazada and their official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bekoph/. 

PRSP grows network with VisMin chapters, announces upcoming 27th PR Congress

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Manila, Philippines. January 22, 2021 – The Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP), the country’s premier association of PR and communications professionals, PRSP is expanding its network to the Visayas and Mindanao with the creation of regional chapters.

As the pandemic puts industries and businesses under immense pressure to adapt to the new normal and recoup losses, PRSP underscores the crucial role of communication and hopes to help synergize the efforts of communications professionals across the country. The newly instated chapters will provide more avenues for collaboration and learning through shared knowledge, technology, training and best PR practices.

Jones T. Campos, APR, former PRSP president and proponent of the chapter creation, said: “Aside from strengthening relationships among PR practitioners nationwide, having PRSP chapters in Cebu, Davao and other key cities in the Philippines will open more opportunities and integrate a common aspiration to professionalize the industry. Likewise, it will enable a nationwide way of combatting fake news, disinformation and misinformation while inculcating competence and ethical practice among PR and communications professionals.”

The new chapters will be created initially through a partnership with VisMin PR agencies PR Works, Selrahco and Bigseed. Jaja Chiongbian-Rama, founder and managing Director of Bigseed, gladly accepts the idea of having a PRSP chapter in Cebu: "We welcome this opportunity to connect and collaborate with other agencies and practitioners from around the country. With public relations evolving as the world around us changes, an organization such as the PRSP opens opportunities to set industry standards and provides an avenue for us to support and learn from one another.”

The same sentiment is echoed by Doris Mongaya of PR Works, who stated that the creation of regional chapters will result in greater cooperation between VisMin-based PR professionals and their Metro Manila counterparts, which could in turn lead to the faster development of the whole Philippine PR industry. “We recognize the efforts of PRSP in congregating PR professionals and agencies in a national scale. Through this, we have more avenues for collaboration, which is especially apt in these times. We’re looking forward to what’s to come,” Charles Lim of Selrahco adds.

PRSP President Norman Agatep, APR shares, “We appreciate how receptive our fellow PR practitioners in VisMin have been when we brought up our intention to create regional chapters of PRSP. These challenging times further highlight the importance of good communication both for brands and their audiences. With this new development, we reaffirm PRSP’s commitment to uphold ethics and elevate the PR practice nationwide.”

 

PRSP’s First 3-day Digital PR Congress

The biggest and most-awaited annual event of PRSP is the National Public Relations Congress. Now on its 27^th year, the upcoming PR Congress is marking several firsts -- the first to go full-digital and the first to run for three days. These changes, particularly the shift to digital, reflect how the PR industry is adapting to the new normal and embracing new technologies to continue telling the story of brands and organizations.

The Congress, which will be held on February 17 to 19, 2021, will be headlined by topics such as the post-pandemic Philippine PR landscape, industry recovery efforts and pressing issues such as mental health in the workplace. With the theme “Transcend”, the 27^th PR Congress hopes to inspire PR and communication practitioners across the country to go beyond conventional thinking and step out of their comfort zone to address pressing issues and collectively move forward to create a better normal for all.

Ana Pista, Congress chairperson, shared: “As the PR Congress has done since it started, we are bringing together a powerhouse roster of local and international speakers and delivering a lineup of timely and relevant topics this year. This year, more than ever, the Congress will highlight the role of PR in building a society that works for all.”

PRSP expects to welcome more than 1,000 PR and communications practitioners to this year’s Congress. For more information about PRSP and the upcoming 27^th National Public Relations Congress, please visit the event’s website or official Facebook page or contact Lessa Azcarraga at lessa.azcarraga@ardent.com.ph.

 

Make Every Meal Feel Like a Feast with Fiesta to Go

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There are more reasons to celebrate and feast this 2021 with Fiesta to Go.

A delivery and carry-out food service, Fiesta to Go is the newest business of Hortaleza Group of Companies, the same people behind Barrio Fiesta Foods. 

Fiesta To Go answers the call of the new normal where food delivery and carry-out has become the next best thing for families and corporations for their events and other celebrations. It will be serving the commonly sought and typical food fares loved by most Filipinos, but infused with creativity.

What's the story behind this new business venture?  

Dr. Rolando Hortaleza said:  “We have been eyeing to expand our food business from packaged/processed foods, and the series of lockdowns have validated our track that the dine-in restaurant business would eventually be taken over by delivery and carry-outs.” He added that “we are very excited to add Fiesta To Go to our portfolio and we choose the City of Pasig for our first branch because of the vibrant economic activities in the area.”o

As their tagline says ANYTIME IS FIESTA TIME, as they hope to make every customer feel the Fiesta vibe with the tastes and textures of Filipino cuisine. Take a bite of their delicious and to-die for Fiesta Sisig, Soy Garlic Chicken, Lumpiang Shanghai and Pork Barbeque. Complement it with their rich-tasting noodles like Pancit Canton, Malabon and Spaghetamis. Another item on the menu which has enticed quite a loyal following as early as now is their Fiesta Halo-halo Shake.

Dr. Hortaleza envisions Fiesta To Go “To be the TOP choice for food delivery for every Filipino household” and plans to have 15 company owned branches and 35 to 50 franchise stores in the next 5 years. 

The Pasig Kapitolyo store is open from 10 am to 8 pm and is located at 4K Plaza Bldg. 677 Shaw Blvd, Brgy. Kapitolyo, Pasig City.  Check out their Facebook page for a sneak peak on their food offerings https://www.facebook.com/fiestatogoph/

HBO’S EUPHORIA SECOND SPECIAL EPISODE TO PREMIERE EARLY EXCLUSIVELY ON HBO GO ON 23 JANUARY

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Episode Is Co-Written And Co-Executive Produced By Hunter Schafer

Watch new trailer here 

The second special episode of the Emmy®-winning HBO drama series Euphoria will receive an early premiere on HBO GO same time as the U.S. on Saturday, 23 January at 10am in advance of its HBO premiere on Monday 25 January at 11pm. Stream or download the first episode of Euphoria Special, titled “Trouble Don't Last Always,” and the entire eight-episode first season on HBO GO.

The second special episode, directed by Euphoria creator Sam Levinson and titled "F*ck Anyone Who's Not A Sea Blob,” follows Jules (played by Hunter Schafer) over the Christmas holiday as she reflects on the year. Schafer serves as co-executive producer on the second special episode, which she co-wrote with Levinson. Both special episodes were produced under COVID-19 guidelines.

Euphoria received three Primetime Emmy® awards this year, including Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series (Zendaya), Outstanding Contemporary Makeup (Non-Prosthetic) and Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics.

Euphoria is created and written by Sam Levinson, who also serves as executive producer; executive producers Kevin Turen, Ravi Nandan, Zendaya, Drake, Future the Prince, Hadas Mozes Lichtenstein, Ron Leshem, Daphna Levin, Tmira Yardeni, Mirit Toovi, Yoram Mokady and Gary Lennon; Will Greenfield serves as a co-executive producer. Produced in partnership with A24 and based on the Israeli series of the same name, which was created by Ron Leshem and Daphna Levin, from HOT.

Follow Euphoria on social and use #Euphoria to join the conversation:

Instagram: @euphoria

Twitter: @euphoriahbo

Download the HBO GO app AT the App Store or Play Store and get a free trial. You can also access HBO GO via Cignal or at https://www.hbogoasia.com/. HBO GO is available via Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

Looking back and looking forward: How Mekeni powered through the COVID-19 crisis with Bayanihan and malasakit

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Mekeni Food Corporation is no stranger to the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. But the food manufacturing brand was able to turn these challenges into opportunities to uplift communities and innovate their services.

Looking back: Embracing the new normal in business

At the onset of the pandemic, changes in the supply chain and consumer behavior have knocked many companies off balance. Mekeni, however, was able to navigate through the challenges and make these difficulties into a meaningful change that benefited everyone in and beyond their circle.   

“Wading through uncharted waters over the past few months have been extremely difficult, but we have remained steadfast and resilient because of our people and communities that we serve. We have established programs and implemented agile operations to keep the business afloat while we prioritize our people’s welfare in the face of the crisis,” said Mekeni President Prudencio Garcia.

 

Last 2020, Mekeni has become one of the beacons of hope. The company came up with several long-term solutions to augment the livelihood of those who have been displaced and crippled by the economic crisis brought by the pandemic. Among these programs include the Mekeni Home2Home Delivery, reseller programs for distributors and employees, and the Bayani product line.

 

“We wanted to ensure that our customers will have access to quality food from the safety of their homes, so we launched our online delivery service. Also, we ought to find viable ways for our aspiring micropreneurs to continue earning their livelihood that’s why we strengthened our reseller program and diversified our product lines to cater to them,” said Garcia.

 

Mekeni is among the first companies that made delivery of frozen processed goods possible. The reseller program, on the other hand, is a manifestation of the company’s commitment to empowering its communities. Mekeni was able to embrace the new normal in business by enabling micropreneurs, which eventually helped revive the country’s MSMEs.

 

Leave no one behind: Helping Filipinos get through the pandemic

Apart from keeping the business afloat, Mekeni has always been keen on extending help to its communities may it be through donation drives or outreach activities.

The company has continued to deliver donations to select beneficiaries through various non-government organizations (NGOs) since mid-March when the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon was implemented. Mekeni has donated to several organizations all over Luzon. They’ve assisted frontliners in Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital, St. Luke’s Medical Center (SLMC) Quezon City, Saint St. Luke’s Medical Center BGC in Taguig City, and Lugud Balen, a movement initiated by Kapampangan chefs, restaurant owners, and private individuals.

Mekeni also helped non-medical frontliners in Pampanga and has partnered with Caritas Manila and pledged food donations to over 700 families until year-end through its program Mekeni Bayanihan Pack.

Aside from helping their nearby communities during the pandemic, the company extended its efforts to far-flung areas devastated by natural disasters. Mekeni employees have spearheaded donation drives and turned over boxes of essential items to the displaced communities across the country.

 

Looking forward: The path to recovery continues

Despite the negative impact of the pandemic, Mekeni continues to adopt a bullish attitude in doing business in the new and better normal. Their commitment to innovation allows the company to continue changing the game for the food manufacturing industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Looking forward, Mekeni hopes to continue being every household’s partner in earning money by delivering quality products and services. The company promises to be the steady hands behind every aspiring entrepreneur, guiding and supporting them to fulfill their dreams.

 

“Our path to recovery is clear: we will continue prioritizing our people and our community’s welfare with malasakit and Bayanihan engraved in our services,” Garcia ended.

 

Top Up and Transfer for a Chance to Win ₱10,000 at the ShopeePay Cashless Festival

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ShopeePay users can also redeem exclusive rewards such as free shipping, coins cashback, and more this January 21-28, 2021

MANILA, JANUARY 21, 2021 - ShopeePay, an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services, launches its first-ever ShopeePay Cashless Festival this January 21-28, 2021. Shoppers who use ShopeePay can enjoy free shipping, coins cashback, a chance to win ₱10,000, and more exclusive rewards during the promo period.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “With the launch of our inaugural ShopeePay Cashless Festival, Shopee encourages more consumers to adopt digital payments for a safer, more rewarding, and seamless shopping experience. Filipinos are slowly embracing a more cashless lifestyle, and Shopee is excited to be at the forefront of this evolution. We remain committed to providing easy access to a wide range of digital payment options such as ShopeePay to cater to Filipinos’ evolving needs.”

Key highlights of the ShopeePay Cashless Festival:

From January 21-28, ShopeePay users can redeem these deals and rewards when they activate and top up their e-wallet:

● Free shipping: During the promo period, users who activate their ShopeePay wallets for the first time can enjoy a free shipping voucher with no minimum spend. New free shipping vouchers with a minimum spend of ₱149 will also be released daily. 

● Coins cashback from participating shops: Shoppers can look forward to 20% coins cashback on categories such as gadgets, home and living, mom essentials, and sports and motors. 

● Bills payment coins cashback: From January 21-27, ShopeePay users get 15% cashback capped at 120 coins when they pay their bills with a minimum spend of ₱800. On January 28, they can get 20% cashback capped at 160 coins with a minimum spend of ₱800.

● Deals Near Me: ShopeePay users get to enjoy ₱1 deals, up to 50% off on e-vouchers, and up to 15% coins cashback capped at 60 coins.

● Flash deals on mobile load and data: Throughout the week, shoppers can buy ₱100 worth of load/data for only ₱90. On January 25 and 28, users should be on the lookout for flash deals such as ₱10 load/data for ₱6, ₱15 load/data for ₱9, and ₱20 load/data for ₱12.

● Grand prize worth ₱10,000: There are two ways to win ₱10,000: users simply have to either top-up at least ₱300, or transfer ₱1. All users can also get rewards in the form of Shopee coins or vouchers.

● Play & Win on Shopee Live: Score up to ₱20,000 worth of ShopeePay credits by joining Play & Win ShopeePay Edition on weekdays, every 5:00-6:30 PM.

● Tutok to Win: All successful callers on Wowowin’s Tutok to Win will receive ShopeePay credits worth ₱5,000 each, on top of the usual cash prize of ₱20,000.

For more information on the ShopeePay Cashless Festival, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Abs-Cbn's "ASAP Natin 'To" and "FPJ:Da King" simulcasts on TV5 starting January 24

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“ASAP Natin 'To,” the Philippines' longest running musical variety show, and “FPJ: Da King,” will now be seen on TV5 beginning this Sunday, 24 January 2021 at 12:00 nn.

Launched in 1995, “ASAP Natin 'To” brings together the biggest and brightest performers to give viewers the best concert experience topbilled by Martin Nievera, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Gary Valenciano, Sarah Geronimo, Erik Santos, Ogie Alcasid, and Regine Velasquez-Alcasid. 

Aside from “ASAP Natin ‘To,” TV5 will also begin to air “FPJ: Da King,” a movie block showcasing the films of the “King of Philippine Movies” Fernando Poe Jr.  Fans of the Filipino cinema legend can watch “FPJ: Da King” every Sunday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

“This collaboration between CIGNAL, TV5, Brightlight Productions, and ABS-CBN marks the start of greater cooperation among our various industry players and begins a new era of partnership,” said Robert P. Galang, president and CEO of Cignal and TV5, “The airing of ASAP and FPJ’s movies on TV5 showcases the desires of TV5 and ABS-CBN to serve our viewers in the best way possible." 

“We are pleased to welcome the ASAP family and the films of the one and only king of Philippine movies to Cignal and TV5. The top-rated content, combined with Cignal and TV5's strengths in technology, direct-to-consumer distribution, and mobile and broadband reach, will usher in a new viewing experience for fans and subscribers alike,” Galang added.

“The future of entertainment media is rapidly converging around a dynamic mix of traditional and digital platforms, with Cignal and TV5 launching new content and synergies that will disrupt conventional broadcast methods. We are committed to continuously explore more initiatives to provide the best of both worlds to all our stakeholders," he said.

Golden Haven Memorial Lots Are Now the Most Lucrative, Hassle-Free Investments for OFWs

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In the wake of a turbulent year that upended jobs and threw people’s income opportunities in disarray, more Filipinos are now taking a hard look at investment options that could provide a safety net for the uncertain times. And one sector that is especially seen as potential investors is that of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

Golden Haven Memorial Lots provide robust value appreciation over time.

OFWs all over the world are aptly regarded as “mga bagong bayani” for helping keep the Philippine economy afloat through the remittances they send home. Their immense contribution to our national coffers can’t be understated. The Philippine Statistics Association discloses that in 2020 alone, these Filipinos sent an average of $2.8 billion despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, recent surveys reveal that OFWs are utilizing their remittances for investments as preparation for their retirement.

These modern-day heroes are simply reaping the rewards of their hard work, one of which is having substantial cash to funnel into stable investment options such as treasury bonds, mutual funds, time deposits, stocks, and properties. However, OFWs who continue to toil abroad prefer passive income that requires little or no effort to grow. 

Seen as secure, no-fuss assets that prove lucrative even for first-time investors, memorial lots in the Philippines provide robust value appreciation, especially when offered by the most trusted real estate developers. Thus, there’s no better place to look than Golden Haven, a well-established name in the deathcare industry. 

Building their reputation off beautiful, inviting spaces that inspire loving tributes to the dearly departed, Golden Haven is now present in more than 30 major cities all over the Philippines, with more locations in the pipeline. As such, OFWs can choose to invest in memorial lots in or close to their hometowns. 

Golden Haven is now present in more than 30 major cities all over the Philippines.

In fact, almost 20 percent of Golden Haven’s buyers are OFWs who now earn an average of 20 percent annually in terms of value appreciation. Golden Haven memorial lots currently range from Php 53,800 for a single lawn lot to Php 10M for mausoleums. These prices are only expected to rise with time as Golden Haven has shown consistent value appreciation through the years. 

The process of investing in memorial properties has also been made easier for immigrants anywhere in the world as Golden Haven now offers online services through their website. Reservations and payments may be done with a simple click from their computer or mobile device. 

Golden Haven memorial lots currently range from Php 53,800 for a single lawn lot to Php 10M for mausoleums.

Investors can also choose from a variety of payment options and plans that include long-lasting maintenance, wherein funds are used for the property and the overall maintenance of the park. Once a buyer has fully paid for their plan, they’re also guaranteed ownership in perpetuity. 

Red Rosales, COO of Golden Haven, is upbeat that with economic factors such as lower bank rates being more conducive to investing, OFWs can safely allocate their hard-earned money to the purchase of Golden Haven memorial properties. “We extend great care and consideration to all our clients to ensure that they get absolute benefits from investing in Golden Haven,” he says. “It’s that same love and care that have made Golden Haven an enduring name in the deathcare industry.”

Golden Haven built their reputation off beautiful, inviting spaces that inspireloving tributes to the dearly departed.

Golden Haven is a subsidiary of publicly listed Golden MVHoldings Inc., currently positioned as one of the largest real estate companies in the country in terms of market capitalization valued at more than 200 billion pesos.

New Year, New Space: How to Declutter Your Home After the Holidays

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The new year just rolled in and the rush of the holiday season is slowly wearing off for most people. The first few weeks are usually quiet since this is the perfect time to transition to a new beginning. If there’s one more thing to love about the new year, it’s the idea that it presents itself as a chance to finally clear out the clutter and get a fresh start. 

With all the holiday preparations that went on and all the Christmas decorations that were taken out of storage, the whole house can still be disorganized right now. In the spirit of new beginnings, it’s time to start the year with a few tips to keep in mind for an effectively decluttered home:

1. Declutter each space in the house

Focus on cleaning out one room at a time to ensure that nothing gets randomly relocated again. Let go of items that no longer serve its purpose, such as clothes that don’t fit anymore, or tupperwares that do not have matching lids. The key to successful decluttering is to make sure that everything has a home and its own designated spot. 

When it comes to cleaning and decluttering specific areas, it’s best to work from the inside out. Start with the bedrooms upstairs or in the innermost part of the house then eventually to the garage or storage area which is usually located at the entrance. Going around each space should not be much of a trouble anymore thanks to the lightweight and ergonomic design of the Samsung Jet Cyclone Stick Vacuum that can clean various types of floors easily. With its Digital Inverter Motor, it can generate a suction power of up to 150W—ensuring every nook and corner of the house dust free and spotless. Cleaning also won’t be as straining for the body since the length of the pipe is adjustable. The vacuum has a long-lasting battery that can last for up to 40-minute use but it’s also easily removable, and can be charged directly with the Z Station Charging Stand.

The Jet Cyclone Stick Vacuum is also very powerful on carpets and hard floors. With its Turbo Action Brush, fine dust particles can be gone in no time. The brush rotates around 3,750 times a minute, and its 180 degree swivel head makes changing cleaning direction easier and more convenient than ever. It even has other types of brushes that are perfect for different kinds of surfaces. 

2. Sort it all out

Some items that are no longer needed in the house can still be in good enough condition to sell to a friend or donate to a local charity. To easily determine this, set up boxes that each have a Donate, Sell, and Throw label and carefully assess each item before tossing it in.

Samsung Combo Washer Dryer’s Cloud Cycle

The clothes, bedsheets, and towels that will be sold or donated should be cleaned first to ensure safety and cleanliness. The Samsung Combo Washer Dryer has an AirWash Technology that deodorizes and sanitizes different kinds of clothes, so they always smell fresh. With just super-hot air, unpleasant odors, bacteria and allergens are removed without boiling or using chemicals. And when the SmartThings App is in use, the Cloud Cycle feature can even recommend better washing performance for specific items or situations through the Laundry Recipe. And should there be any forgotten clothes, the Add Wash™ feature allows extra clothes to be easily popped in and added in the ongoing wash cycle. 

3. Fully commit to a clean home

The new year is also the best time to form new routines to stay organized for the rest of the year. Decluttering the house after all the holiday chaos is the first step to a truly fresh beginning and the next is maintaining it. 

A new routine could be going on scheduled trips to the grocery and only purchasing the items on the list or allotting one day at the end of each week to complete all household chores, such as organizing the desk and sweeping the floors. Or set a date every six months to clean the closet and check on the items that are unused and unworn to free up space.

With the Samsung AirDresser, clothes can also be cleaned while other tasks are being completed for an effective chore day. Using its JetSteam feature that gets rid of bacteria, viruses, or allergens, clothes, and even plush toys, will be sanitized in no time. This is done by infusing high-temperature steam into the fabric. The AirDresser also has a Deodorizing Filter that freshens clothes by breaking down the particles of odors caused by sweat, tobacco, and food.

At the end of the day, the home will be clean, sanitized, and clutter-free.

Following these simple tips will result in a newly cleaned and organized home, which is a great way to welcome the new year.

Make the most out of Samsung’s Home for the Holiday Sale as 2021 starts! Shop stress-free and choose from these flexible payment options: straight cash payment to get a discount of up to 22% off, 0% interest up to 12 months installment via credit card, or Home Credit/In-House Financing payment. Promo runs until January 31, 2021. Visit SamsungPH on Facebook and samsung.com/ph/offer/2020/home-holidays-sale/home-appliances/ to know more about the Holiday promo and other participating products. 

NutriAsia and Papa team up with DepEd to teach students about proper nutrition

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Proper diet and nutrition are crucial in young children’s formative years. These foster proper development for children, leading to good health, intelligence, and behavior, thus giving them better chances in succeeding later in life.

In light of this, NutriAsia and Papa forged a partnership with both Marylindbert International and the Department of Education (DepEd) for school year 2020-2021, the Pinggang Pinoy Pina-Sweet Sarap Comprehensive School Program. It is a special module that teaches the importance of having the right diet and nutrition. Powered by Papa Banana Catsup and Papa Spaghetti Pack, the program aims to educate Grade 1 and 2 Filipino students about how keeping a good diet with the right nutrition leads to proper and healthy development.

Department of Education Usec. Diosdado M. San Antonio and Former DepEd Regional Director and K to 12 Curriculum Consultant Dr. Paraluman Giron paved the way for the partnership with Papa Catsup.

“With the Pinggang Pinoy Pina-Sweet Sarap Comprehensive School Program, we have a whole plan ready for teaching young Filipinos how to keep a proper diet and take in the nutrients they need,” said NutriAsia President and COO Angie Flaminiano. “We hope to be a part of their good growth and development and, in turn, the Philippines’ growth as well.” The Pinggang Pinoy program will be launched in 30 participating schools across the country, namely in Regions I, X, XI, and the Cordillera Administrative Region.

School children from Regions I, X, XI, and the Cordillera Administrative Region received DepEd workbooks and Papa products for a truly unique learning  experience.

The class module is the first in the three-stage Pinggang Pinoy program. The second stage will involve cooking demonstrations and activities that will show students and parents how to prepare healthy snacks using Papa products. The final stage will involve a cooking contest that will challenge students, teachers and parents to create unique recipes using Papa Banana Catsup and Papa Spaghetti Pack.

Papa’s advocacy of helping educate Filipinos in the classroom and beyond has also led them to produce edutainment Facebook videos for NutriAsia’s HomeSchool Program. These videos can be viewed at https://nutriasia.com/homeschool/

For more information and updates on Pinggang Pinoy and NutriAsia’s other initiatives, visit the official website at www.nutriasia.com, and follow NutriAsia on Facebook.

 

Lip balm for men exists!

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The skin of the lips is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your body, which is why everyone – even the dashing gentlemen out there – needs to start paying attention to lip care. Let's face it, dry and hot, chapped lips can easily decrease your pogi points. 

Lucky for you, Blackwater, Ever Bilena Cosmetic's personal grooming line, is offering a quick fix that can keep your lips safe. Yes, lip balm for men exists!

The new Blackwater Lip Balm for Men protects, deeply moisturizes, and smoothens the appearance of the lips. With its safe and effective ingredients, there's no need to worry about peeling, cracking, and itchiness. And since frequent exposure to the sun can have damaging effect to the lips, Blackwater Lip Balm for Men has SPF 20 for added protection from the outside environment.

Needleless to say, it works wonders! Apply a single layer of the lip balm with one swipe and the clear formula will instantly give you moisturized lips without the shine, color, and fragrance.

You can get it for Php 120 at all leading supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide. You can also shop online via Shopee and Lazada.

Make sure to follow @blackwaterphofficial on Facebook to get all the latest news and updates.

Win a share of P700,000 in prizes when you fuel up at Caltex via PayMaya QR

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#ScanToPay with the best QR to get a chance to win as much as P100,000!   

Motorists can drive a safer and more rewarding experience with Caltex as PayMaya powers contactless payment options plus a chance to win as much as P100,000 in select Caltex stations nationwide. 

A total of  P700,000 worth of prizes from PayMaya and Caltex are up for grabs for 150 winners who can get a chance to win P1,000 and P10,000 in prizes, plus one lucky winner who will take home the grand prize of P100,000!   

By utilizing contactless payment options like PayMaya QR, customers not only enjoy exciting rewards but also experience safer transactions as this lessens the risk of virus transmission often associated with cash handling. With PayMaya as the preferred payment option at their go-to Caltex stations, motorists can now drive around the metro worry-free and enjoy exciting rewards that give them the best value for their money.    

To get a chance to win these exciting rewards, all they have to do is #ScanToPay at least P100 via PayMaya QR, at select Caltex stations nationwide until February 28, 2021.    

Every PayMaya QR transaction automatically earns a customer a raffle entry for the promo. And the more they #ScanToPay, the more chances they have of winning. The first batch of winners will be announced on January 22, 2021 and the next batch, including the grand winner, will be announced on March 5, 2021.    

On top of the chance to win these raffle prizes, motorists who #ScanToPay via PayMaya QR will instantly get a 1%, 10%, or 100% cashback of up to P500 for their  PayMaya QR transaction.  

Getting PayMaya and paying contactless for your purchases is very easy. Just download the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133  and register an account, to find out what it’s like to go cashless with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for anything online and in stores! Remember, for your everyday needs, don’t pay cash. PayMaya!   

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.     

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  

Fresh start with new appliances from XTREME

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2020 is a life-changing year to us consumers. Our home played a bigger role on how we live and get things done. Most people converted their houses as their cozy office spaces. Some turned their kitchens to personal restaurants and developed their cooking and baking skills.

Others became “Plantitos” and “Plantitas” and created urban gardens to connect with nature and practice sustainable living. Purchasing behaviors and priorities have shifted too as people became smarter and practical shoppers. Customers during the new normal have allocated most of their budget on healthy food, medical supplies, and of course, home appliances.

As we continue to face the global pandemic this 2021, XTREME Appliances is dedicated to provide efficiency and assistance to more Filipino households. The goal of your #OneStopShopAppliances brand is to give a quality lifestyle in the midst of struggles and inconvenience. The following new line-up of XTREME Appliances are designed to be beneficial and substantial in every corner of our home.

Connect and Entertain

Want to upgrade and add liveliness to your common room or bedroom? Consider our latest entertainment device, the 43” XTREME X-Series Android TV. It’s the newest television of XTREME Appliances that has internet connectivity, full high definition picture and pre-installed applications. The TV also runs on Android OS and certified by Google. With those amazing features, users can enjoy more movies from Netflix and Prime Videos. They can also listen to music through YouTube Music or Spotify with an enhanced sound technology by Dolby. The built-in Google Play Store gives a wide access to a variety of online games and fun applications. For families with little ones and older relatives, a voice command set-up via remote control can ease the browsing of content and application. Another highlight of Android TV is the fast cast option, a function that screen mirrors the mobile device to the TV so viewers can watch content in larger and clearer format. The 43” XTREME X-Series Android TV is sold at ₱12,990.

Cook and Clean

Investing in right and quality tools for the kitchen is important since it’s the most used area of the house this new normal. Our best-selling 50CM XTREME Home Gas Range undergoes a nice makeover and upgrade. Available in Matte Black design, the new 50CM XTREME Home Gas Range Pro features a sophisticated body with a new handle and glass lid cover. It also has a 4-burner with cast iron grid for holding the heat longer and electric ignition system for lesser gas consumption. Like the earlier model, it also comes with a multi-functional double glass door oven for baking and heating. The price of 50CM XTREME Home Gas Range Pro is ₱10,990. After all the meal preparations and home dine-ins, cleaning dishes is a tedious chore to some, and XTREME has a solution for these loads of kitchen mess. The XTREME Home Countertop Dishwasher is meant to deliver convenience and productivity. It cuts excessive water usage and washing time. Delicate utensils are safer plus the cooking spaces are more hygienic and clutter-free. This cleaning must-have has two models, one with 6L capacity and the other in 6.5L. Both can be connected directly to the faucet and has LED light, 7 programs and a self-cleaning filter. What sets them apart is the touch control and water tank installed in the 6L model. The XTREME Home Countertop Dishwasher in 6L is priced at ₱15,995 and the 6.5L at ₱14,995.

Cool and Fresh

More families become concerned with their health and well-being that’s why maintaining a pleasant atmosphere at home is now an essential. Worry no more, XTREME Appliances launched the Rangehoods and Air Cooler under the XTREME Home category. Its main purpose is to improve indoor air quality and vigorous living spaces. The XTREME Home Rangehood is available in 60CM and 90CM, both are made in stainless steel material and have charcoal filter, LED light, 3 speed push buttons setting and a maximum airflow of 450 m3/h 2 motor. It’s useful in removing and filtering airborne grease, combustion products, and other damaging pollutants that are being released while cooking. This also helps consumers eliminate odors and keep their home fresh and harmless. Avail the 60cm XTREME Home Rangehood for only ₱3,995 and the 90cm for ₱6,495. On the other hand, keep a revitalizing room temperature at a more economical cost with XTREME Home Air Cooler. Convert warm and dry air to colder and moisturizing wind. The Air Cooler comes with a humidifying function to relieve sinus issues, chapped lips, dehydrated throat and dry eyes. Other important features include 7 hours timer, waterless protection, and a remote control. Get the XTREME Home Air Cooler for the price of ₱5,695.

While customers continuously adapt with this situation, XTREME Appliances assures to offer relevant and suitable products for all. Affordability combined with advancement is the thrust of the brand for a better tomorrow.

Stay updated about the latest news and happenings about XTREME Appliances: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. For the full list of products and exclusive promotions, please visit XTREME on Website, Lazada, and Shopee e-commerce.

 

About XTREME Appliances

XTREME Appliances is a #OneStopShopAppliances brand that offers premium and affordable home, and commercial appliances that ranges from TV, Aircon, Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Gas Range, and many more. XTREME Appliances is now available in 3,000 stores and business partners nationwide, including online stores like Lazada and Shopee.

 

Popeyes brings the spice with new Cajun Rings

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Another bestseller is on its way to excite Pinoy food lovers! After launching the US Spicy Chicken Sandwich that sold out just hours after its release, it looks like Popeyes is all set to release another trending food item in its menu.

It’s savory, spicy, crispy, and oh-so-delicious – Popeyes is letting you taste all that lip-smacking Southern goodness in one bite with its latest must-try offering! Give in to your cravings because Popeyes’ new Cajun Rings is finally here to complete your meal and tickle your tastebuds.

Every bite of these perfectly crispy fried breaded onion rings with a hint of Cajun spice will leave you wanting more – surely, the perfect add-on to any meal. You can have it ala carte or as a side to your favorite Popeyes signature meals – Popeyes Chicken, Chicken Tenders, and Burgers.

If you want to give it a try, Popeyes is offering a FREE upgrade of Cajun Fries to Cajun Rings when you buy any Popeyes meal! So, hurry up and get first dibs on this special promo.

But it doesn't stop there. With the inclusion of the Cajun Rings in Popeyes’ menu, there are some things that you have yet to discover. Intrigued? Try saying "Put A Ring On It!" when you order dine-in or takeout for your Popeyes’ burger – U.S. Spicy Chicken Sandwich, the Chicken French Quarter, Fish Burger, Shrimp Burger, and Chicken Burger and you’ll be in for a delightful surprise. 

So, what are you waiting for? The new Cajun Rings is now available at Popeyes Arcovia City, Alabang Town Center, NU Mall of Asia, SM San Lazaro, SM Manila, Kroma Tower, SM Southmall, Ali Mall, Eastwood, Robinsons Place Galleria Ortigas, Robinsons Place Manila, Eton Centris, and SM Mall of Asia.

You can also enjoy this special treat at home when you order Cajun Rings for delivery or pick up via www.centraldelivery.ph and GrabFood. 

You can also get exclusive deals on your Popeyes favorites when you download the Central Delivery and GrabFood app via the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

For more information, visit www.popeyes.ph or follow @popeyesph on Facebook and Instagram.