9 GCash-friendly Online Stores for your Quarantine Needs and Cravings

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Do you feel like you’re running out of options for your essentials and cravings this enhanced community quarantine (ECQ)? You might be having problems looking for cashless stores to avoid getting the virus through money bills. Or maybe you’re just tired of the same, old online sellers you go to for your quarantine needs. 

Whether it be groceries, your skincare needs, or even a good milk tea fix, here are nine online gems which are bound to save you from your quarantine woes. BONUS: They’re all cashless thanks to GCash!

1.            Session Groceries. While grocery stores remain open regardless of the ECQ, many people still find it safer to stay at home and have the goods delivered to their doorstep. This option is also convenient in more ways than one since it saves time driving to and from the supermarkets. You can order your weekly groceries through their mobile app which is free and easily accessible. They cater to homes not just in Metro Manila but in nearby provinces such as Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal as well! 

Contact them via their Facebook page or message them at 0917 501 0267.

2.            FoodPanda, GrabFood, LalaFood. Everybody’s quarantine best friend. The best thing about these food delivery apps is that it’s essentially the entire world of food packaged in an app. Perfect for those working and studying at home during the ECQ, meals can be delivered to you with just a few taps on your smartphone instead of spending hours in the kitchen which could have been spent being productive instead. It’s perfect for people who miss eating outside as well! To use GCash, you can link your GCash Mastercard to your account under the “My Linked Accounts” tab in the GCash app!

FoodPanda, GrabFood, and LalaFood are available in GooglePlay and the App Store.

3.            Beauté Essentials by Beautéderm. Are you panicking over your depleting stock of skincare products? Just because we’re all in quarantine, it doesn’t mean that we can come out of it with bad skin! Keep on doing your skincare routine with products from this online store while staying safe because you can pay via GCash as well! 

Contact them via their Facebook Page or message them at 0927 135 6564.

4.            Piggy Blinders Cebu. The ECQ isn’t only implemented in Metro Manila, because LGUs outside Luzon also imposed it for their constituents’ safety as well. For those stuck in their homes in Cebu because of COVID-19, Piggy Blinders delivers racks of mouth-watering grilled ribs to ease cravings. Why not have a barbecue party in your backyard?

For orders and reservations message their Facebook page or contact 0995-755-4371.

5.            J&E Trading It’s literally survival of the fittest when it comes to looking for medical supplies nowadays. It’s a rare sight to see face masks on drug store and supermarket shelves because everyone wants to protect themselves and their family from possible infection. If you’re looking for masks, give their store a try by shooting them a message on Facebook.   

 For orders, you can message their Facebook page or contact them at 0916 906 2456 or tradingjel@gmail.com.

6.            Hebrews Shebrews PH (Cebu). Here’s another one for those in Cebu. When milktea is all you can think about, even in your dreams, then maybe it’s time to get some.  Hebrews Shebrews reopened to satisfy everybody’s sweet tooth through online deliveries and payment through GCash!

Place your orders by messaging their Facebook page or Instagram account (@hebrews_shebrews).

7.            Burger Garage. Tired of having the same old, dry fast food burger delivered? Burger Garage is your savior. Made from 100% fresh and pure ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings, you can say goodbye to substandard burgers forever! You can skip ordering through GrabFood or FoodPanda and just message their Facebook page to process your order faster. Plus, you can directly pay through GCash!

Order your burgers now by contacting them at 0916 401 8147 or via GrabFood/FoodPanda.

8.            Emilia’s Baking Supplies. Everybody’s social media feed is filled with posts of people whipping something up with the oven nowadays. Banana bread? Cheesecake? Cookies? No sweat! Just make sure you have the right supplies from Emilia’s Baking Supplies. You’ll be an expert baker in no time.

Emilia’s Baking Supplies accepts orders through their Facebook page or text (0998 587 2341).

9.            My Own Meatshop. One of the establishments remaining open despite ECQ are wet markets. But if you’re playing the game safe, then you’re probably wondering about online alternatives as well. My Own Meatshop lets you choose fresh cuts from its social media page and delivers produce to your home. They also use GCash, of course! 

My Own Meatshop is only accepting orders via this form: http://bit.ly/MyOwnOrderForm.

While thousands more online sellers use GCash as a mode of payment, GCash users can also use the app to pay merchants who only have bank transfer as their checkout option. Through the Bank Transfer feature, GCash users may send money to almost 40 banks quickly and securely. 

By leveraging digital technologies and innovative solutions, we can expand our options during this global health crisis. 

Curbing the spread of COVID-19 with Hygienix

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Amidst in the pandemic situation around the world, people focus on thinking and making way  to be safe and to work together to be of help to others.

There now exists a definite duty for every Filipino to help stop the spread of COVID-19. 

And one of the simplest things we can do as individuals is to sanitize- either by washing our hands thoroughly with soap and water on a regular basis or by using alcohol if handwashing is unfeasible. 

Even before, and more so at this time of COVID-19, Hygienix has been making products that aim to protect people from disease-causing bacteria. Hygienix products effectively eliminate viruses, kill germs, and destroy harmful bacteria, while keeping the skin energized and moisturized at the same time!

In the frontline for Hygienix in the battle against COVID-19 is the Hygienix Germicidal Soap. Hygienix Germicidal Soap kills 99.99% of germs and common disease-causing bacteria with every use! And because it has a non-drying formula and refreshing scent, frequent handwashing with Hygienix Germicidal Soap turns out to be a pleasure, not just a necessity.

Apart from soap, Hygienix also has two alcohol products that’s proven to fight off COVID-19. Its two alcohol variants: the Hygienix Germ Kill Alcohol and Hygienix Germ Kill Alcohol with Moisturizer both effectively kill 99.9% of germs. That’s because both variants also boast of disinfectant and antiseptic properties! What’s more, it’s safe for frequent use because it does not dry the skin. Hygienix Germ Kill Alcohol is available in 60ml, 150ml, 250ml, and 500ml sizes, while Germ Kill Alcohol with Moisturizer is available in 250ml and 500ml–– perfect to keep handy around the house or bring with you wherever you go. 

Hygienix assures that it is working double time to keep pace with the stronger demand for soap and alcohol.

More than ever, Hygienix fully knows how crucial its role is in helping arm people with the best defenses possible to help stop the spread of COVID-19. 

Brother Philippines extends popular Switch to Tank promo until March

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Save on a new Brother Refill Tank System printer when you trade in an old model!




Brother Philippines continues to help Filipinos save more on their printing solutions for the home and the office with the return of their popular Switch to Tank promo, running this time from March to April 3.

As with previous runs of the promo, Brother customers can trade in their old printers, regardless of brand and working condition, for up to 50% discount on a brand-new a DCP-T310 Brother Refill Tank System Printer (and up to 30% on other Brother printer models).

As part of its efforts toward sustainability and environmentally-friendly waste management, Brother will take great care in handling and disposing of the old printers with its DENR-accredited recycling partner, HMR Philippines.

“Our Switch to Tank promos continue to prove to be truly popular, and by keeping it going, we want to make sure Filipinos always have the opportunity to produce the best output with our Refill Tank Series,” said Glenn Hocson, Brother Philippines President.

Brother’s Refill Tank Series is one of the company’s most sought-after printer lines for both personal and office use for its high-quality output, cost-efficiency, and user-friendliness.

With the Switch to Tank promo, it’s always better and easier to upgrade to Brother printers!

For more details and information about the Switch to Tank promo, interested customers can visit and pre-register at promotions.brother.com.ph/brotherswitchtotank. Customers may also visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside/. They can also call the Brother Helpdesk Hotline at (02) 581-9898, or through the toll-free line at 1-10-BROTHER or send an email to helpdesk@brother.com.ph.

Smart Gift Choices for the Family with Samsung's Merrier Christmas Gifts

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Festive jingles played on repeat in shopping malls, red and green decorations put on display, and the anticipation for a Christmas bonus only mean one thing: holiday season is here. Christmas is known to be the season of giving, which translates it to also being the season of spending, but celebrations and giving out the perfect gifts can be done wisely to avoid overspending.

Here are a few tips on how to stay practical during Christmastime:

Make a list and check it twice.

First things first: make a list. Making a list that contains the names of people whom you want to give presents to, the food you plan to make or buy for potluck parties, and everything else you need or want to buy will help you have a clearer view of how much you’re bound to take out of your wallet for this holiday.

Set a budget. 

After making a list of what we want to spend on during the holidays, setting a budget is the next step. With that, it is essential to set a budget to stay practical during the holidays. Make sure that there are allotments for gifts, celebrations, and even some for yourself! Even though it is the season of giving, remember to only give what you truly can and not go overboard. 

Celebrate where your heart is. 

Parties with friends and reunions with the whole family are Christmas staples for us Filipinos but these special occasions don’t have to be grand. Spending these celebrations at home gives us more freedom as to how the decor will be set up, makes guests more comfortable, and there is no reservation fee! Planning parties can be pricey and opting to hold it at home is the more practical move. After all, these are celebrations of blessings and the gift of life and there is no better place to hold it than your home. 

Be practical with the gift-giving. 

Pretty gifts such as trinkets and on-trend clothes can be nice to look at but don’t last as long as we would want them to, or sometimes just end up on our shelves collecting dust. Spending a lot on more practical gifts such as home appliances can be intimidating but it shouldn’t only be looked at as presents since it is also an investment that the whole family can benefit from. Investing in good quality appliances can make such a difference in a home. 

BONUS TIP: Watch out for sales!

 It is no doubt that investing can make a big dent in our Christmas budget. Luckily, Samsung is having a Christmas sale where you can score up to 25% discount on their premium home appliances! Also, get up to 5,000 php worth of Bayad Center eCoupons that can be used for household bills. Talk about a gift that keeps on giving!

Get the 35-liter Samsung Smart Oven for PHP23,995 that comes with PHP1,000 Bayad Center e-Coupon and a payment option of 12 months installment of PHP2,250/month. This 6-in-1 kitchen appliance will definitely make your holiday meal preparations easier. 

Perfect for big households, the Samsung French Door Refrigerator is now PHP143,996, which comes with PHP5,000 Bayad Center e-Coupon. Get this premium appliance with a payment option of 12 months installment of PHP13,500/month.

As an alternative, the 10.7 cu.ft. Samsung Top Mount Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus and Smart Conversion will help you maximize your storage space. Get this for PHP 25,071 that comes with PHP 500 Bayad Center e-Coupon. This comes with a payment option of 12 months installment of PHP 2,335/month.

Get the Premium Inverter Wind-Free Plus Air Conditioner for as low as PHP 42,995 that comes with PHP 1,000 Bayad Center e-Coupon. This comes with a payment option of 12 months installment of PHP 4,000/month.

If you want something simpler, the Basic Inverter S-Inverter Air Conditioner is perfect for you. Get the 1.0HP unit for PHP 26,995 which you can pay in installments of PHP 2,499/month for 12 months. 

Get the 14.0kg Samsung Top Load Fully Automatic with Led Panel, Activdualwash, and Wobble Technology or PHP 32,365 that comes with PHP 500 Bayad Center e-Coupon. This comes with a payment option of 12 months installment of PHP 3,022/month.

To know more about the discounted digital appliances, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/offer/merrierchristmasgifts/appliances/. 

This promo runs from October 1, 2019 to January 31, 2020.

Maine Mendoza leads the Shower Rangers as she #FightsWorldGermination with Hygienix

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The fight against world germination is not over – and Maine Mendoza is here to win it with Hygienix.

The Phenomenal Star is on it again with a playful TVC that showcases her alter ego and usual exuberant self, Maine Frame, as the leader of the Shower Rangers, a band of four superheroes which represent the power of Hygienix products.

Their weapon of choice is the Hygienix Germicidal Soap, a non-drying, refreshingly scented, super sulit germ-killer that helps protect users from disease-causing bacteria. With its powerful formula, it leaves skin feeling moisturized and energized.

The Hygienix Germicidal Soap kills 99.99% of germs and common disease-causing bacteria with every use and is available for as low as the super sulit price of 12php.

For those who are always on-the-go like Maine, the pocket-sized Hygienix Germkill Hand Spray and Hygienix Germkill Gel Sanitizer are ideal to keep your hands nourished, refreshed, and moisturized when facing your everyday battle against germs.

Hygienix is also the hands-down choice for Alcohol. Available in two variants, the Germkill Alcohol effectively kills germs and disinfects with a mild fragrance; while the Germkill Alcohol with Moisturizer boasts of a moisture balance formula that protects the skin from germs and dryness. 

Maine said it herself, “Not today, germs!”

Join Maine and her fight against world germination with Hygienix now.

"Wow! Taiwan" exhibit brings groundbreaking and innovative brands in the Ph market

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"Wow! Taiwan," exhibit was brought to the Philippines by Taiwan’s Bureau of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Economic Affairs (BOFT-MOEA) and Commerce Development Research Institute (CDRI) in partnership with CRIF Asia, with the objective of bridging Taiwan’s leading enterprises to Philippine companies and consumers.

Recently, the “Wow! Taiwan” exhibit was held at the Rosemary Hall of City Garden Grand Hotel in Makati City, featured different Taiwan-based enterprises presented their various products and brands for possible business-matching in the Philippines and to introduce them to our local market.

The showcase presents various kiosks that displayed the best of  products. The brands in the exhibition included XYZprinting Inc., Brinno Incorporation, HiMirror Mini, Master Mi, Carnation, Yumark, FECA, Kid2Youth, Washcan, Jye Li An, Bung Cheng, Shuter Enterprise Co. Ltd., H&J Food, and Chung-Hsiang Foods.

Taiwan is a dynamic economy that has been increasingly gaining interest from global businesses in recent time. Emerging as one of the most promising innovation and startup hubs in Asia, Taiwan is home to some of the most groundbreaking and innovative brands in the region. 

To further strengthen their position as the newest innovation center in Asia, Taiwan has been proactively introducing their groundbreaking brands globally. 

The partnership also aims to open up new markets and channels for Taiwan’s breadwinning products through new distributors, agents, and retailers. The "Wow! Taiwan" exhibit showcased various kiosks that displayed the best of Taiwanese food, cosmetics, fashion, technology, and modern household products. 

Director Chang Wen Chong, Director of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines explained that the entrepreneurs of the exhibited products want to be exposed to the local market in the hope of widening their market and finding prospective partnerships and opportunities to set up shop in the Philippines. 

According to Director Chong, the Taiwanese entrepreneurs are targeting the “middle to higher-end market” in the country, due to the increasing purchasing power of Filipinos as well as their affinity with the Taiwanese.

“The Philippines has a very young and dynamic population that's open to innovative products,” stressed Director Chong. “They are also interested in Taiwanese culture, as seen in the huge numbers of Filipino visitors flocking to Taiwan.  In fact, the Philippines has the most number of arrivals from Southeast Asia in Taiwan last year. Currently, the potential is high in the Filipino market because the younger generation has more disposable income and are open to new and unique products.”

Here are the Taiwanese brands that were featured in the exhibition:

XYZ Printing Inc. Its a 3D printer for home. It’s a new Kinpo group’s subsidiary, its a Taiwan-based world leader in electronic manufacturing services (EMS) with a global footprint in the US, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, and the Philippines.

Brinno Incorporation offers the first quality mass-marketed time-lapse total solution. Its the first mover focusing on the time-lapse photography advancements. Brinno develops hardware and software solutions and put them in one digital device.

HiMirror Mini its the world’s smartest vanity mirror, the company is another Kinpo Group’s subsidiary, the leader in electronic manufacturing services (EMS) with a global footprint in the US, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, and the Philippines.

Master Mi provides a series of natural and healthy products made from rice. In 1998, Master Mi develops the 1st No Fried Biscuit Machine, with all-natural materials for its ingredients. They work with dietitians to provide a series of healthy, natural and tasty products.

Carnation A pioneer of Taiwan’s nonwoven industry, KNH founded in 1969 is a leading specialty manufacturer on nonwoven and related products in personal hygiene and skincare.

Yumark has been involved in the field of beauty and fashion for the last 40 years, in 2002, Yumark reached a new milestone by branching out into manufacturing of bags.

FECA Ferro-Carbon company founded in 1989 was the manufacturer of tile cutting tools, in 2009 it starts products of vacuum sucker hooks and establishes the brand “FECA”. it combines functionality and aesthetics to save space.

Kid2Youth TCT Architectural REsources establish in 1962. In 1983 TCT is Asia’s first ergonomic table and chair, marketing in Japan. Then, the TCT brand alliance in Taiwan has more than 100 stores, becoming Taiwan’s largest furniture chain. In 2005, Kid2Youtch brand markets to overseas.

Washcan is a brand of bright Journey Co., LTD, which was founded in 1982 and supplies of bedding sets, comforter sets, indoor slipper, chair cover, table cloth, and hotel items.

Jye Li An specialized in R&D on automatic products, which makes the products on a stable quantity and let customers more convenient.

Bung Cheng, Bung Cheng Technology Co., LTD. founded in 2013 provides products and services for a series of smart solutions for the living environment.

Shuter Enterprise Co. Ltd. was established in 1969, today its Taiwan’s leading specialist in the manufacture and design of storage solution for home, office and industrial settings.

H&J Food known as Formosa is rich in natural resources, advance agricultural technology, and hard-working farmers, and has produced many high-quality agricultural products. H&J Food founded in 2013 keeps introducing Taiwan Goodies to the world in a variety of types, one of them is Pomelo Ale.

Chung-Hsiang Foods is established nearly 50 years ago and the prime leader of saltine crackers and green onion crackers in Taiwan.

Healthy Lifestyle: Creative and easy ways to eat more green

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Healthy lifestyle is the best thing we can maintain to be fit and always active and enjoying life.

While we all know that eating more veggies is good for our health, finding fresh ways to incorporate it in our meals isn’t easy. 

That is why Swedish appliance brand Electrolux is here to share some creative and flavorful ways to add more greens to your diet. 

Grow and glow with Green Smoothies

Green smoothies are ideal for breakfast as blended vegetables retain more of their fiber content, making you feel full for longer.

Kickstart your day with Kimberly Snyder’s Glowing Green Smoothie, packed with lots of greens, and fruit to help balance that “green taste”. First, core and slice the apple and pear. Combine the romaine lettuce with the cold, filtered water and begin processing on low.Next, add the apple and pear slices, celery, fresh spinach, and banana. Lastly, add the juice of the lemon, ice, and blend until smooth. Enjoy! 

Spiralized veggies

Enjoy your pasta days the healthier way by swapping your traditional noodles with veggie noodles. Try this Raw Vegan Creamy Zoodle recipe - start by soaking 1 cup of the dry roasted peanuts in water for 30 mins then drain it and bring it to a blend until creamy with coconut milk and extra-virgin olive oil. Season it with Himalayan rock salt and ground black pepper to taste. 

Then with a spiralizer, shred your zucchini into noodles (you can also use sweet potato, carrot or cucumber). Chop up the remaining dry roasted peanuts. Toss your zoodles into a large bowl and dress it with the sauce. Add cherry tomatoes, top it off with the chopped peanuts, then stir it all together. You can refrigerate it until ready to serve or you can enjoy it immediately!

Bring in the Indian twist

From cauliflower rice to cauliflower crust pizzas, this versatile and palatable produce seems to have no limit to its culinary potential. Another way to enjoy this powerhouse vegetable is to use it in a curry – bring an Indian flavor to your table this Cauliflower Mushroom Curry. 

For the masala, sauté the medium slices of onions, tomato, garlic, and the ginger for 5 minutes. Allow it to cool and take it in a blender and add salt, granulated sugar, and chili powder. Blend until it reaches its paste-like consistency. For the curry, sauté the remaining onion. Once cooked, add mushroom and cauliflower and sauté for 10mins. Add the sauce and simmer for 10-15 mins until the curry reaches the desire consistency. 

Healthy Sides

Macaroni salad is a typical deli side dish served in potlucks, picnics and other get togethers. Give it a healthier twist by dishing up a Vegan Macaroni Salad. 

For the dressing, whisk together the vegan mayo and unsweetened almond milk, dill pickle, pickle juice, fresh dill, lemon juice, granulated sugar, yellow mustard, sriracha, sea salt, paprika, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to use. Then in a large bowl, combine cooled elbow macaroni with the dressing. Add the broccoli florets, carrot, celery, scallion, red bell pepper, and smoked tofu, and stir well. For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until chilled, before serving.Serve and enjoy!

Healthy meals start with fresh ingredients and to helpkeep your produce fresh, Electrolux has also recently launched its latest line of NutriFresh™refrigerators.The new Electrolux NutriFresh™ Inverter French Door Refrigerator with FlexFresh (EHE6879A-BPH) has a feature that allows you to go from chilling meat and fish to cooking them in minutes, along with other features to keep food fresh.. 

To keep meat and fish fresh many people resort to deep freezing but this Electrolux refrigerator comes with the UltraChill setting at -2°C which keeps items very cold but not frozen. This helps to preserve the texture of your food for longer and reduces the need to defrost. 

Different food types require unique storage conditions to stay fresh. This refrigerator comes with the FlexFresh drawer, an optimal storage compartment with five temperature settings (-23°C to +7°C), that enables you to store a wide array of food – from deli meats to seafood - at the right temperature to help them stay fresh. It also comes with the TasteLock Crisper with AutoHumidity Control, whichautomatically adjusts humidity levels depending on the contents of the drawer and releases excess moisture from the compartment to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh for up to 7 days.

A TwinTech Cooling System cools the fridge and freezer compartments separately, so food stays fresher and odours don't mix.

Another refrigerator designed to keep produce fresh for up to 7 days is the Electrolux NutriFresh™Inverter Top Freezer Refrigerator (ETB5400B-A-RPH). It comes with the TasteLock Crisper with NutriPlus™ filter, which creates a humid environment with optimal Vitamin C levels to lock in nutrients for longer, keeping your fruit and vegetables bursting with vitamins. It also has 360 Cooling which cools each individual shelf to maintain a stable temperature throughout the entire fridge. It not just prolongs your food’s freshness but also makes it tastier.

For keeping your meat and fish delicious, it has an enclosed Chill Room shelf that maintains optimal temperature in prime condition for longer. This refrigerator also comes with TasteGuard that eliminates 99.8% of bacteria for a cleaner, more hygienic fridge, and free from unwanted odour. 

To get the full recipes of these dishes, download the Electrolux Life app on the App Store or Google Play store and click the ‘Recipe Finder Powered by SideChef’ within the app to access thousands of global recipes from SideChef’s database.

For more information on Electrolux and its products, please visit www.electrolux.com.ph and follow @ElectroluxPhilippines on Facebook and Instagram.