Explore Beko's premium range of energy saving appliances at Anson’s newest branch in BGC

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If you live in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) or anywhere else in Taguig, check out leading global appliance brand Beko at Anson’s, which just opened in BGC last Friday, July 21, 2023, and enjoy discounts and freebies on Beko’s premium appliances.

The kitchen is the crowning glory of every home and it’s always good to update your kitchen appliances every few years. If it’s time to change your appliances, Beko has refrigerators, cookers, and hoods that will let you live like a pro. With Beko, timeless elegance meets modern convenience. Its appliances let you lead a healthier life and save you time and effort with technologies that make everything so convenient and economical.

The Beko RCNT340E50VZP is a 12cu.ft. Two Door Bottom Mount Refrigerator that’s perfect for those living alone in condos. From its SRP of Php 33,990, it’s now being offered at Php 29,391.

The GNO563E55HFXPH is 19.8cu.ft. Side by Side Refrigerator is only at Php 42,891 from its SRP of Php 50,990. It also comes with a free Beko table blender worth Php 3,490. It has Beko's top of the line and new technology, HarvestFresh™ that preserves vitamins in your fruits and vegetables for longer that will help you and your loved ones to have a healthier lifestyle.

Boasting a 16.7cu.ft capacity multi door refrigerator with an energy-saving ProSmart Inverter Compressor, the GNO480E40HFGBPH gives both functionality and efficiency. Plus, its elegant glass black finish adds a modern touch to any space. You can also say goodbye to the usual household problem of food odor mixing, and hello to freshness as it has a unique feature of NeoFrost™ Triple Cooling that separates the cooling systems for each compartment to maintain the ideal airflow and optimal temperatures with a high level of humidity. Grab the opportunity of upgrading your kitchen with this refrigerator at its discount price of Php 51,891 from the original price of Php 60,990.

Unlock a world of culinary possibilities with Beko’s multifunctional freestanding oven, the FSM66100GX is a 60cm Electric Cooking Range with 4 hotplate burners, electric oven and grill. Become the chef you’ve always aspired to with its array of cooking functions. You can effortlessly prepare your desired dishes from slow-cooked wonders to perfectly baked pizzas for only Php 30,891 from the SRP of Php 35,990.

Meanwhile, The HII64205F2MT is a Built-In Hob (Induction, 60 cm) has flexible cooking zones that combine to create larger ones, so you can use 4 pans or 2 larger ones saving more of your time. Have this stylish cooking appliance for only Php 25,991 from the SRP of Php 32,990.

Also worth checking out are the BDCGC55X (a multi-functional oven with 4 vitroceramic hobs), the BIR35400XMS (a 60 cm, 82 L, multi-functional oven), the HNS91220XH (a standard 90cm hood), the HNS61120BH (a standard 60cm hood), and HNS61120WH (a standard 60cm hood).

Elevate your laundry game even this rainy season with Beko’s WCV10746M, a 10kg front load washing machine that is equipped with Steamcure Hygiene+Technology that ensures your clothes are impeccably clean and sanitized, keeping you in top form without breaking the bank as it also has an energy-saving ProSmart technology. From Php 49,990, you can enjoy it for only Php 39,991 with free free Beko multicooker worth Php 5,490.

Beko also doesn’t want to dampen your style and health that’s why Beko HTV9743X, a 9kg Front Load Washer and 5kg Dryer is also on sale at Anson’s BGC. This comes with SteamCure Hygiene+ Technology that can also save your time as you can control this two-in-one laundry appliance by the palm of your hand even when you're outside your home using the HomeWhiz Technology. Avail this for only Php 42,491 from the original price of Php 49,990 with free cordless vacuum cleaner worth Php 14,990.

Anson’s BGC, the appliance store chain’s 15th branch, is located at the ground floor of Bonifacio Stopover 2nd corner 31st Street, BGC, Taguig City. You can find other Anson’s branches here: https://ansons.ph/branches/

Beko appliances are also available at Abenson, All Home, Anson’s, Appliance Centrum, Asian Home Appliance, Automatic Centre, BHF, Fair N Square, Gloria Bazar, Great World, J Marketing, Lazada, Magic Appliance, Manhattan Appliance, Manila Imperial, Mike’s Appliances, Our Builders Warehouse Pricewise, Robinsons Appliance, Savers, SVC & Plusign, Shopee, SM Appliance, Solidmark, S&R (Gidi), United Mottoaliance, Western Appliance and 1st Megasaver.

For more information about Beko in the Philippines, go to http://beko.ph or visit https://www.facebook.com/bekoph and https://www.instagram.com/bekoph/.

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ABOUT BEKO

Beko is the international home appliance brand of Arçelik, which is a multinational household appliances manufacturer that operates with 12 brands and employs over 40,000 people worldwide. It is one of the top three large home appliances brands in Europe* in the white goods sector.

Beko has been focusing on healthy living for years, raising awareness and developing products that make healthy living possible and convenient. Beko’s brand mission is ‘healthy living is only possible on a healthy planet’. Beko is committed to protecting the planet by designing and manufacturing energy-efficient products and investing in resource efficiency in production.

The brand has been in the Philippine Market for seven years and is currently available in select Abenson, All Home, Anson’s, Appliance Centrum, Asian Home Appliance, Automatic Centre, BHF, Fair N Square, Gloria Bazar, Great World, J Marketing, Lazada, Magic Appliance, Manhattan Appliance, Manila Imperial, Mike’s Appliances, Our Builders Warehouse Pricewise, Robinsons Appliance, Savers, SVC & Plusign, Shopee, SM Appliance, Solidmark, S&R (Gidi), United Mottoaliance, Western Appliance and 1st Megasaver.

This year, Beko will be made available soon in other appliance stores nationwide as it continues to expand its distribution to other retail channels.

Beko is committed to protecting the planet by designing and manufacturing energy-efficient products and investing in resource efficiency in production.

For information, follow @bekoph on Facebook and Instagram or go to http://www.beko.ph.

Beko, Beko Pilipinas, Beko Pilipinas Corporation, Live Like A Pro, Home Appliances, European Appliances, Ansons, Bonifacio Global City, BGC

SPOTTED: OPPO’s First-ever Lifestyle Pop-up Store in BGC

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An exhibit of great smartphones and good music down the street

Gadget geeks, smartphone hunters and vinyl lovers are in for a treat as OPPO opens its first-ever lifestyle pop-up store in Bonifacio Global City High Street. The pop-up store seems like a sign that OPPO is doing something different for the brand with its youthful vibe that’s inspiring for young creators and working millennials.

The first-ever OPPO lifestyle pop-up store in BGC

Situated in the heart of BGC High Street, the first ever pop-up store of OPPO is a great mesh between the old and the new with the integration of the classic vinyl record theme into the sleek and modern store interiors. 

The fresh, new experience of OPPO lifestyle 

The OPPO pop-up lifestyle store gives everyone a breath of fresh air with a whole new take on mobile smartphone pop-up where you can enjoy the eargasmic analog sound of vinyl on loop as you test out the different OPPO smartphones available. For your convenience, there’s also a mini lounge area where you can sit back and chill as you take in the summery vibe of the bustling Bonifacio Global City High Street. 

Watch out for OPPO’s announcement on their Facebook page for more details about its first lifestyle pop-up stores and its upcoming activities. 

You can also visit www.oppo.com/ph for more information.

Sustainable tourism takes center stage in first-ever travel fair in BGC - Travel Street: Philippine Travel Mart’s 1st Green and Gold Tourism Fair

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This summer, explore the eco-cultural destinations that will indeed make you say ‘It’s more fun in the Philippines’!

Bonifacio Global City, together with the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) and the Department of Tourism, invites everyone to take part in a unique travel fair that aims to promote sustainable tourism in “Travel Street: Philippine Travel Mart’s 1st Green and Gold Tourism Fair.” 

A first-of-its-kind outdoor travel fair, ‘Travel Street’ will be held at the Globe Iconic Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater, on May 4-6 from 10am to 8pm. The event is sponsored by leading local airline Cebu Pacific.

Check out amazing travel and leisure deals from more than 50 partner airlines, travel agencies and tour operators, hotels and resorts and local government tourism units, and witness performances from local groups, and take part in talks and exhibits that will remind us of our rich Filipino culture and traditions.

Green & Gold Tourism simply means tourism that focuses on ecological and cultural conservation, respectively. These include garden or farm tours, cultural immersions, museum tours, fiestas and festivals, pilgrimage tours, and health and wellness activities. Such endeavors help provide employment and income to locals, gather funds for the improvement of protected areas and sanctuaries, as well as the creation of new and national state parks, recreation areas, beaches, marine and underwater trails, among many other natural attractions.

“BGC is thrilled to bring ‘Travel Street’ to the public, and we believe we have the perfect venue to promote sustainable and responsible tourism, especially to the millennial market. We thank PHILTOA and DOT for this partnership in presenting pristine Philippine destinations,” says Associate City Marketing Manager of BGC, Joanne Magno. 

PHILTOA President Cesar Cruz says “Through this 1st Green and Gold Tourism Fair, we put the focus on sustainable tourism and bring to the public carefully curated eco-cultural tourism products. We hope that with this, we are able to spark renewed interest in other tourism destinations that the Philippines has to offer and of course, raise our tourism revenue.”

Don’t book your trips just yet! Invite your friends and check out what deals await you in BGC and PHILTOA’s first-ever ‘Travel Street.’ 

For the complete program, visit the official Facebook pages of PHILTOA at https://www.facebook.com/GreenandGoldTourism/ 

or BGC at https://www.facebook.com/bonifacioglobalcityph/ and https://www.facebook.com/BoniHighStreet/ 

Huawei and Fort Bonifacio Development Corporation signed a partnership for ‘Season of Passions’ in BGC

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Huawei Technologies Philippines Inc. recently signed a partnership with Fort Bonifacio Development Corporation (FBDC) for Bonifacio Global City’s ‘Season of Passions’. 

Huawei is set to showcase its two video products – VidPlus and Clipz – at BGC’s three-month celebration during the Christmas Season.

Season of Passions is BGC’s biggest festivity this year that enjoins the whole community to celebrate different passions such as food, music, and arts. From October to December, BGC will be brimming with fun activities for everyone.

Mr. Nicholas Ma

According to Mr. Nicholas Ma, “Bonifacio Global City is an active and vibrant community of foreign and local professionals, residents, and students With ‘Season of Passions’ poised to be BGC’s biggest event this 2017, we are very happy to partner with FBDC to make these festivities a success. This is an opportunity for us to share and promote Huawei VidPlus and Clipz our newest Video streaming service called VidPlus as well as our existing short video service called Clipz. We encourage all to download the application and enjoy unlimited access to movies and short videos.”

Sean Luarca,

“This will be our biggest celebration for the year. ‘Season of Passions’ will turn BGC into the place to be, featuring exciting activities. Lots of freebies await those who join us in the fun. With Huawei as a major sponsor, we look forward giving a richer experience to the community on the ground and on their mobile devices,” said Sean Luarca, FBDC Marketing Manager.

VidPlus is the newest video streaming application in the Philippines. Through the app, users have unlimited access to a wide array of Chinese and Hollywood movies, documentaries and lifestyle videos for as low as P10 per day. VidPlus can be downloaded at http://www.vidplus.ph  www.vidplus.ph. Get a 7-day free trial for all first time users. Just text VP10 ON to 2151. 

Clipz is Huawei’s short video service. It offers access to thousands of short videos on music, sports, animation, comedy, fashion, game tips, cooking tips, yoga and many more. Clipz can be downloaded at www.clipz.ph. Get a 3-day free trial, text VD ON to 2151.

Watch out for announcements about the full schedule of activities for ‘Season of Passions’ and Huawei VidPlus and Clipz.

The Best Seats on the Best Eats, Now Guaranteed with SEATS

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The revolutionary restaurant reservation app partners with farm-to-fork pioneer, Earth Kitchen

In a country where 25% of the population would rather dine out than whip up their own meals from home, homegrown restaurant reservation apps such as SEATS are sure to be a swiping success.

SEATS has made securing tables at even the most popular restaurants as simple as a click, with its easy to use interface and quick access to hundreds of wining and dining establishments in the Metro.

As the holiday season kicks in, SEATS goes back to its roots, by cementing a partnership with another revered dining institution. Earth Kitchen is one of the founders of the farm to fork dining movement in the Philippines. With a number of indigenous farming community partners like Got Heart Foundation, Earth Kitchen only utilize locally-yield and freshly-grown produce that not only adds zest and flavor to their delectable menu, but also supports the agricultural economy of the Philippine countryside.

Under the culinary toque of celebrated caterers, Hizon's Catering, Earth Kitchen’s hearty and healthful dishes have, for years, gained a strong and loyal following at its Katipunan Avenue store. And having recently broken ground in the Metro’s most bustling commercial hub, the new Earth Kitchen store at the Bonifacio High Street is sure to win even more green-minded and green-hearted diners.

This is where SEATS once again comes in handy, by guaranteeing sure-seat reservations at BGC’s fast growing and thriving farm-to-table restaurant, just as well as a whole world of dining establishments to choose from.

And with your Globe Postpaid Plan, you are sure to discover more great finds to match your lifestyle, with much ease, speed, and freedom, because nothing beats getting the best seat in the house.

To know more about SEATS, please visit http://seats.com.ph/ or download the app via Google Play Store for Android and App Store for iOS.

Baskin-Robbins’ 14th branch at BGC High Street

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Sweet dreams are made of delicious ice cream as many ice cream lovers are going crazy over this recently opened ice cream shop - Baskin-Robbins . famous selection of unique ice cream flavors that has drawn in many ice cream aficionados in the country. 

Scooping happiness at Baskin-Robbins’ new on BGC, their scoops and take-home pints are full of flavour. 

Baskin-Robbins, the world’s most beloved ice cream brand, spreads more happiness as it opens its 14th branch at B8, Bonifacio High Street, Taguig, delighting ice cream lovers around the metro.

The newest branch of the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops features premium hard scoop ice cream, customized ice cream cakes and a full range of frozen beverages which will now be easily accesible to shoppers and residents within Bonifacio High Street and nearby areas in BGC.

“There has been a lot of anticipation for the opening of this branch so we are looking forward to bringing our extensive flavor variety and fun factor to the lively Bonifacio High Street area. Guests can expect to enjoy their usual favorites plus a whole range of new and exciting flavors.” shares Michael Dargani, President of IceDream Inc., exclusive licensee of Baskin-Robbins in the Philippines.

To make the store opening more fun and memorable, Baskin-Robbins lined up a series of delicious treats for its guests and customers, including a special one time offer of their awesome range of ice cream flavors for just P31 all day on October 1.

Apart from the sweet treats, guests enjoyed many freebies and various activities including a lively performance by the UP Dance Company, a friendly meet-and-greet with the Baskin-Robbins mascot, photo printing, face painting, a special booth called ‘Waffle Wonderland’ where guests could customize their waffles in various shapes and colors and ‘Fundae Sundae’ a booth designed for pure indulgence. 

The brand’s delicious and mouth-watering ice cream cakes also attract dessert enthusiasts worldwide. Each delectable cake is made up of one’s choice of Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavors. Available in a wide variety of designs and sizes, they are perfect to celebrate any occasion -- birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, weddings, graduations or just to satisfy ice cream cravings!

Baskin-Robbins was founded in 1945 by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,300 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats.

Give in to your sweet cravings and join the fun with the opening of the newest Baskin-Robbins’ branch. Come visit the latest addition to Baskin-Robbins’ growing chain. 

To avail of more exciting promos, visit a Baskin-Robbins store near you:

Baskin-Robbins Uptown Place Mall
Central Square and SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City
Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta 2 and 5 in Makati
2/F SM North, SM North The Block
Fairview Terraces and TriNoma Mall in Quezon City
SM Southmall in Las Pinas
SM Dasmariñas in Cavite
Solenad in Sta Rosa, Laguna.

For more updates, check out http://www.baskinrobbins.ph, www.baskinrobbins.ph or its social media accounts: facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph, Twitter, and Instagram @baskinrobbinsph. 

Greenpeace busts myths on Renewable Energy with The Solar Rooftop Challenge

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Greenpeace launched the Solar Rooftop Challenge, and presented at the media and guests held at the Bonifacio High Street last June 15, 2016. On the eve of the start of the comprehensive government energy policy review, and proving that the incoming rainy season is not an impediment to fully embrace solar energy, Solar Rooftop Challenge, an aggressive information campaign highlights the potentials of producing solar energy in the Philippines.

The Solar Rooftop Challenge highlights the benefits of using solar and busts misguided notions that hinder individuals and companies from taking it up by showcasing existing solar rooftop installations of urban middle class households, celebrities, churches, schools, government buildings and private establishments, and through sharing empowering stories of people who have joined the solar rooftop revolution in the country.

Renewable Energy advocates Illac Diaz (from left), Jun Sabayton, Jasmin Curtis-Smith and Saab Magalona grace the launching of the Greenpeace Solar Rooftop Challenge at the Bonifacio High Street on June 15, 2016. The Solar Rooftop Challenge is a massive information campaign that highlights the potentials of producing solar energy in the Philippines and creates a platform for the young and urban Filipinos to join the discussion on renewable energy, particularly the use of solar energy. ©Greenpeace

"Today, we are launching the Solar Rooftop Challenge to create a platform for the young and urban Filipinos to join the discussion on renewable energy, particularly the use of solar energy. At the same time that the young, hip and trendy Filipinos are ‘arriving’, so is the use of solar energy,” explained Reuben Muni, Climate and Energy Campaigner for Greenpeace Southeast Asia Philippines.

The launch event featured informative lectures and discussions by Obet Verzola, author of the book Crossing Over: the Energy Transition to Renewable Energy and Executive Director of Center for Renewable Electricity Strategies (CREST), and Dann Diez, Executive Director of Sustainable Energy and Enterprise Development for Communities, who presented data and experiences showing that solar energy installation is affordable, accessible and more cost-effective in the long run.

The launch also unveiled the video series JuanaSolar Busts a Myth in Minutes, which features celebrity advocates Saab Magalona, Yam Concepcion and Dingdong Dantes busting the myths surrounding the use of solar energy.

The videos debunk the myths that solar energy is expensive, unreliable, impractical, uneconomic, and beyond the reach of the average Filipino.

The Solar Rooftop Challenge also happens at the same time that the Philippine government is starting its comprehensive review of the country's energy policy in order to reduce dependence on coal and come up with a national framework for a just transition to renewable energy and a low-carbon economic pathway.

“By showing that many Filipinos across the country have already made the switch to solar energy, we are sending a message to the incoming Duterte Administration to take to heart this energy policy review and listen to the clamor of many more Filipinos who want clean and renewable sources of electricity for their homes, offices, and businesses,” added Muni.

By telling empowering stories, the Solar Rooftop Challenge showed that the solar revolution is already happening in many parts of the country - from a solar-powered church, to solar-powered schools, malls, and many households. It aims to serve as a platform for the thousands of Filipinos who have already embraced the solar revolution to show and tell their stories as well as exchange and share ideas and information to persuade other people who are keen on taking up the challenge of producing their own clean and renewable electricity from their rooftops.

“The stories will show energy independence through solar energy. We will break the myths surrounding renewable energy and create a powerful testament on its practicality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability to propel the Philippines to a future powered by clean and sustainable energy,” Muni said.

BGC Bus Now Accepts beep™ cards

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BGC Bus and AF Payments Inc. have announced that BGC Buses are now using the beep™ card system on limited public trial. Commuters who have a beep™ card may already use them to pay for their BGC Bus rides. Fare remains at P12 per ride.

“We are pleased to partner with BGC Bus as this will move us closer to our goal of making the beep™ card an all-in-one card for commuters in Metro Manila. BGC Buses serve thousands of commuters daily and our goal is to be able to provide them with a reliable and efficient payment system, especially those who hop from the MRT or the LRT to the bus,” said Peter Maher, CEO and President of AF Payments Inc.

“BGC Bus commuters can conveniently purchase and load their beep™ cards in the Ayala and Market Market Terminal. This is in addition to selected Bayad Center, Tambunting, Villarica and SM Bills Payment Counter locations, which also offer re-loading services for beep™ cards. There are also plans to add more loading locations in the coming months, including leading convenience stores,” added Maher.

“We are excited to announce this integration because this gives our BGCitizen commuters more convenience in their daily commute,” said Mr. Jun Galvez, GM of Bonifacio Transport Corporation.

The BGC Bus line connects BGC to EDSA and Ayala Center. It has a Euro-5 compliant fleet and operates 24/7 to serve thousands of commuters, mostly employees who work in BGC and Makati. BGC Bus also takes pride in its information systems, whereby waiting time for the next bus can be accessed using the BGC app, and are also shown in most bus stops within BGC.

BGC is a financial and lifestyle district in Taguig City. It is home to contemporary office blocks, storied high streets, and parks. It has grown into an urban oasis of unique selections for shopping, dining, and entertainment.

The beep™ card replaced the old Tap BGC stored value card. It can be purchased and reloaded at the BGC Bus Ayala and Market Market terminals as well as all LRT and MRT stations. It is reloadable and is valid for four years. 

More information about beep™ is available at and on Facebook (beep card) and Twitter (@beep_card).

www.beeptopay.com

www.facebook.com/beepcardph

www.twitter.com/beep_card

Lazada Philippines turns 4 !

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Happy Birthday to Lazada, the leading online shopping and selling destination in Southeast Asia.

Enjoying the night dinner held at the Le Jardin, Bonifacio Global City last March 10, 2016 (Thursday) as Lazada celebrates its 4th anniversary and announced  a 4-day Birthday Sale from March 15-18.

The Birthday Sale will treat shoppers to a range of deals of up to 90% across a wide selection of categories featuring Home and Living, Travel and Luggage, and Consumer Electronics. 

Well-known brand partners including Samsung, Microsoft, Tosot, Unilever, Nestle, and Belo will also participate in the sale offering special promotions throughout the celebration.

 Lazada Philippines turns 4!  

Lazada PH CEO Inanc Balci with Laz and Brand ambassadors LA Aguinaldo and Kelsey Merritt, who personify Lazada’s fun and effortless vibe,  join the country’s largest online party.

Birthday blowout highlights include:

Hourly Flash Deals 

Php 4 Sale 

Jackpot games for additional discounts 

Facebook & Instagram games where customers have a chance to win a TV and smart phones 

A chance to win a trip to Dubai for two with every Cherry Mobile purchase

Shopaholics can visit http://www.lazada.com.ph/lazada-anniversary or download the Lazada Mobile App for Android or iOS to celebrate online shopping fun!

Birthday Milestones

Where Customers go, Lazada goes

Since its launch in 2012, Lazada PH has experienced rapid growth. “We delight in witnessing how Filipinos’ shopping habits have evolved, as we commit to give customers more options to make the most out of their busy lifestyles. 60% of Lazada customers already shop via mobile – a clear indication of how Lazada has successfully adapted to modern Filipino digital habits. We collaborate closely with the biggest brands to offer the best assortment and prices, which has made Lazada a primary destination for every shopper,” said Lazada PH CEO Inanc Balci.

Empowering a growing SME segment

Balci stressed Lazada’s commitment to helping SMEs tap wider markets. “In our four years of operations in the Philippines we have seen tremendous opportunity for SME’s in the e-commerce industry. We currently have 7,000 merchants onboard, and continue to make enhancements in our sellers’ platform to encourage more entrepreneurs to sell online. We commit to provide logistics capabilities to make selling more effortless for our merchants.”

More products, more places, more birthdays to come

“Looking ahead, Lazada Philippines will continue to focus on increasing our product assortment, expand our logistics infrastructure and introduce payment solutions to further enhance the effortless shopping experience for our customers,” Inanc added.

Future Plans

Lazada PH has recently unveiled the new site 30-sqm Fulfillment Center in Cabuyao, Laguna which will for be completed by end-year. The center, which is double the capacity of the current warehouse, will have automated features for inventory, selection, parcel movement and dimensional weight measurement.

Lazada Express, the in-house delivery arm is and modernizing the Sortation Center and opening 20 hubs throughout the country to increase delivery footprint and reach.

And as part of Lazada’s commitment to make shopping more effortless for everyone, an express delivery option will be launched in Metro areas for rush deliveries.

About Lazada

Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) is Philippines’ largest online shopping mall and is pioneering e-commerce by providing a fast, convenient and secure online shopping experience combined with an extensive product offering in categories ranging from mobiles & tablets and consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion and sports equipment. Lazada is continuously striving to offer its customers the best possible shopping experience with multiple payment methods including cash on delivery, extensive warranty commitments and free returns. Lazada mobile applications for Android, iPhone and iPad provide additional convenience to its consumers’ allowing them to shop anywhere, anytime.

For more information, please visit http://www.lazada.com.ph. 

For updates on Lazada’s latest innovations, as well as activities, contests and promotions, connect with us via Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines).

Globe GCash beep Mastercard, an "everyday all-in-one card" payment solution

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G-Xchange, Inc President and CEO Xavier Marzan (left) and MasterCard Country Manager Poch Villa-Real (right) with a giant rendition of the new GCash beep MasterCard during its official media launch held at the Aracama Restaurant, Bonifacio Global City on November 16, 2015.

More than a million Filipinos riding the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Metro Rail Transit (MRT) daily can finally enjoy the combined convenience of paying for their MRT and LRT fares plus engaging in cashless shopping and bills payments with the new GCash beep Mastercard.

Filipinos without credit cards can now pay for their online transactions both here and overseas, as well as pay for MRT/LRT rides with a new product from Globe.

GCash beep Mastercard is the first value-added card to be beep ready, expected to serve as an “everyday-all-in-one” card which functions as an ATM card for cash withdrawals, a prepaid card for purchases, and a beep card for daily MRT/LRT commute.

"Here in the Philippines, three out of four adults do not have bank accounts. And even within the banked population, there are hugely underserved segments with only 3% credit card penetration. We at GCash are enabling this market with financial services such as GCash beep MasterCard to give them all the convenience of cashless shopping and payment, among other benefits,” said Xavier Marzan, President and CEO of G-Xchange Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globe Telecom, which operates GCash.

“We are very pleased with our collaboration with GXI on the launch of the new GCash beep MasterCard. As a valued MasterCard member, all GCash beep MasterCard users will now have access to over 40 million MasterCard merchant locations and ATMs worldwide. This card certainly provides a powerful tool to consumers in the Philippines, enhancing their daily lives given their expanding purchasing needs locally, overseas and in the digital space,” said Poch Villa-Real, MasterCard country head.

GCash beep MasterCard is the first value-added card to be beep ready. Since the start of September 2015, GCash started selling GCash beep MasterCard in parallel with the expansion of the tap payment facilities in various MRT/LRT stations. beep is the authorized reloadable electronic payment under the unified LRT/MRT ticket system which started full implementation on October this year. It is operated by AF Payments Incorporated primarily owned by Ayala Corporation and Metro Pacific Investments Corporation.

"Making the lives of Filipinos a lot easier and better through technology is always a priority. Thus, we made sure that the beep functionality is part of the GCash Mastercard. With it, commuters don't need to line up every time they ride the MRT or LRT which takes a long time, because with the GCash beep Mastercard they can purchase their fare like a stored value card," added Marzan

The tap, swipe and shop feature also makes it easy for customers to just tap the card to pay for their fares, swipe their card for purchases and even shop online for apps and online goods. The GCash beep Mastercard is definitely the commuter's everyday all-in-one card.

Globe GCash beep Mastercard is not only a reloadable contactless tap and go card for LRT/MRT passengers but is also accepted as a payment option in popular online shopping sites and in almost 33 million establishments worldwide which recognize the Mastercard brand.

At the same time, because it has a GCash account, it can be used to buy prepaid Globe/TM phone load, send money to any Globe/TM user for free, receive remittance, and even withdraw cash from any automated teller machine (ATM). Much more, GCash beep Mastercard allows balance and transaction monitoring to ensure that everything is properly recorded.

The GCash beep MasterCard are available at 35 selected Globe Stores nationwide and roving caravans for oly P150. It includes a free prepaid Globe SIM card and P30 in GCash load. The personalized GCash beep Mastercard can be ready in just a few minutes once a valid ID is presented.

Funds for the card may be loaded by cashing in at any of the 10,000 GCash outlets nationwide. These outlets include all Globe Stores, 7-11 convenience stores, SM Department Stores, Puregold Supermarkets and pawnshops such as Tambunting and Villarica, among others. 

In addition, GCash subscribers can also use mobile and online banking to fund their Gcash beep MasterCard.

To reload the beep account, customers just need to place the GCash beep Mastercard on top of the Stored Value Card reader of the Ticket Vending Machine at any LRT/MRT station, choose the Stored Value option on the screen, insert the corresponding amount of money on the slot provided, and wait for the transaction receipt to come out.

GCash beep Mastercard may be purchased at various caravans (see www.globe.com.ph/gcash for details) for only P150 and may retain a maximum beep stored value of P10,000 valid for 5 years. The GCash wallet, meanwhile, may accommodate as much as P100,000.

Since GCash beep MasterCard is powered by GCash, cardholders can also enjoy other features and benefits. As a cardholder with a GCash account, customers may easily buy discounted prepaid Globe/TM phone load, send money to any Globe/TM user for free, receive remittances, pay bills and even withdraw cash from any automated teller machine (ATM) worldwide. 

Furthermore, with GCash, customers can also check their GCash balance anytime and monitor all their transactions.

For more details on GCash, please visit www.globe.com.ph/gcash.

Experience a perfect brew at Dipdenza Coffee

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Enjoying the wonderful world with - coffee at Dipdenza. 

Dipdenza Coffee, just-opened coffee shop at the Fort Strip promises to grow your love for coffee with exciting new experiences. The search for that elusive perfect cup of joe can be a long and challenging one, as every coffee lover knows. But thankfully, with the opening of new international coffee shop Dipdenza Coffee at the Fort Strip, Bonifacio Global City, one need not look far anymore to get his coffee fix.

“Dipdenza” is a play on the Italian word “dipendenza,” which means “addiction,” according to Angeli Albaña, Dipdenza Coffee  owner.

“We want to help create a stronger coffee culture in the Philippines by encouraging a deeper appreciation of it,” she shares. The inspiration? European coffee drinkers. “They’ve made coffee a crucial part of their lifestyle, so much so that their passion for it goes beyond downing a single cup each morning. They have become very particular about quality, and will even drink multiple cups a day so long as that quality is met.” 

This, Albaña adds, is where Dipdenza Coffee comes in—by offering Filipinos premium blends and well-matched food items at relatively affordable prices.

Angeli Albaña

“We bring together the best of second-wave—established coffee blends that you’ll find in popular coffee shops—and third-wave coffee, which features more specialized mixes.”

At the Dipdenza Coffee, the ambience is quiet, you’ll immediately feel at ease in its warm, earthy interiors.

Experience the soothing aroma and delectable taste of their premium coffee selection, with the wonderful smell of freshly-ground beans inviting you to take your pick of coffee for your stay.

Their bestseller, the Caramel Cappuccino, is a delightfully suave concoction of sweet, strong, and bitter, while classic blends such as your basic Brewed Coffee, Café Americano, Café Mocha, and Late Macchiato, spell great ways to give you an energy boost at the start or middle of the day, or a much-needed nightcap after work.

The Flavored Lattes are also fun ways to customize your coffee experience—choose from hazelnut, caramel, butter pecan, irish cream, French vanilla, peanut butter, pumpkin spice, green apple, kiwi, peach, blueberry, raspberry, lemon, strawberry, passion fruit, and lychee. 

While these are your traditional coffee bets, Dipdenza steps up the coffee game a notch higher than the usual with a slightly stronger roast, challenging you to really savor the beans’ unique flavors and notes. For those who prefer to take their caffeine in one big and bold jolt, they can opt to go Espresso—whether as a pure shot, con panna (with cream), or as a macchiato (with some milk).

Now this is one shop that knows and chooses its coffee well, as Dipdenza Coffee uses a wide variety of beans to allow coffee drinkers to explore and broaden their palette.

There’s the creamy Brazil Fazenda Dutra, with notes of caramel sweetness and hints of milk chocolate, punctuated by a taste of vanilla at the end; the “Bourbon”-like Guatemala Fancy Antigua Santo Domingo, which features fascinating hints of lemon and lemon peel; the tea-like Ethiopian Sidamo, with herbal aromatics and the flavors of jackfruit and lemon juice; and the delightful Kenya Aa Asali, with its enticing cocoa and blackcurrant fragrance, strong cocoa flavors, subtle winey and fruity characters, and vanilla and caramel finish, among many other varieties.

As you watch the baristas create the perfect cup, you’ll immediately notice this coffee jaunt’s particular penchant for quality.

“You’ll always get freshly-ground coffee using beans that are roasted locally, Albaña stresses. We use 3 different kinds of blends that are of Grade 1 quality, which means that these are the best of the best coffee farmed all around the world. All our baristas underwent specialty training and are experts in what they do. They’ll be able to give you recommendations based on your taste.”

Now, those who are looking for non-coffee-based beverages needn’t look elsewhere either, as Dipdenza offers more than just its signature brews.

The indulgent Premium Peanut Butter Frappuccino is a bestseller guaranteed to make the sweet-toothed starry-eyed, while tea drinkers will love the creamy but bold Green Matcha. Other frappe flavors to try—and to put in your bucket list!—include Cookies ‘n Cream, Mocha Raspberry, and Chai Latte.

And of course, the best way to experience these drinks is by pairing them with great food, and Dipdenza doesn’t cease to impress with their repertoire of mouthwatering must-tries.

Dig into Dipdenza’s take on a classic pasta dish with its Spanish Sardines Aglio Olio, a simple yet tasty recipe bursting with the fresh flavors of Spanish sardines, garlic, capers, basil, and mushroom, punctuated by the smooth and clean finish of extra virgin olive oil.

Sumptuous and filling sandwiches also abound—don’t miss out on their bestselling Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich, a heavenly mash-up of thinly sliced beef, melted cheese, green peppers, and jalapeño encased in a warm baguette. Other winning options include the Beef and Cheese Wraps, Smoked Turkey Sandwich, and the Ciabatta Tuna Sandwich.

Of course, desserts!

Dipdenza keeps it fresh and exciting by rotating its dessert menu each week with different sweet and savory meal enders to keep you on the lookout for something new to enjoy with your drink. But here’s an insider tip: one of their bestsellers is the signature Choco Lava Cake, a dangerously delicious eruption of gooey melted chocolate hidden within warm and moist chocolate cake. Needless to say, it combines excellently with your preferred cup of coffee.

Best of all, the promise of affordability is consistent in this coffee shop’s menu. Drinks (coffee or otherwise) range from Php100-Php170; and the food won’t break your budget either, costing around Php150-Php235, with some desserts even being offered for as low as Php55 per order—making it a friendly place for students, working professionals, families, and friends to come in and hang out.

For a city that’s ready to take coffee drinking to the next level, Metro Manila has certainly found its answer in Dipdenza. A new treasure in this busy and congested metro, this coffee shop has the makings of becoming the favorite go-to spot of anyone wanting to enjoy a really good cup of high-quality coffee—and go back and have more of it.

Your perfect brew is waiting for you at Dipdenza Coffee.

Dipdenza Coffee is located at The Fort Strip, 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City, and is open from 8am-12mn on Sunday to Monday, and 8am-2am on Fridays and Satrurdays.

Visit their website at www.dipdenzacoffee.com and follow Dipdenza’s social media accounts on Facebook (Dipdenza) and Twitter (@DipdenzaCoffee). For inquiries, call 834-6420.