Giulia Takes Home-Cooked Food To A Whole New Level as It Opens at SM North EDSA

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Looking for more relaxing place to satisfied your appetite and food craving?

From the company that introduced Casa Italia to Metro Manila in 2015, comes Giulia, the newest dining place that beckons anyone longing for home-cooked food.

I enjoyed a delicious lunch with blogger friends last Saturday, November 10 at Giulia located at G/F the Block, SM North EDSA.

Taking off from the same location where the renowned Casa left its footprint, Giulia is a full-service restaurant that whips up hearty dishes that linger way after you’ve finished everything on their plates.

While meeting and greetings with each other, we have offered something to refresh - I had Cappuccino in Piccolo.

For starters, you can choose from the ceasar salad, the pumpkin and the mushroom soup. Or you can sate your palates with their flavorful servings of Gambas Al Ajillo and Loaded Fries.

Sure to earn raves because of its size and flavor is the Legend- a big chunk of fried, boneless chicken which packs in just the right amount of spices.

They also have other meat dishes like the Braised Lamb Shank, Italian Beef Stew and Crispy Pork Belly.

There is also something to be had by pasta lovers at Giulia: there is the carbonara, creamy prawn, beef lasagna, spicy calamari, and bolognese.

For sharing, they have an assortment of pizza to choose from, including the four-cheese, the all meat and the chicken barbecue. 

They also have big plates good for a few hungry mouths- like the rib and chicken platter.

Then, for sweet endings, they have a premium gelato line which boasts of the most natural ingredients- like their best-selling flavors pistachio, dark truffle, mint and Bailey’s.

Jay Tan, Managing Director of Grupo Manna, which operates Giuia is excited to add another restaurant to his other two diners- Casa Italia and Gelatofix- both located at the Bonifacio Global City.

He exclaims: “Having Giulia here at SM North EDSA is the perfect opportunity for us to serve customers from this part of the Metro who crave for well-thought of dishes. With Giulia, we promise you a holistic experience of good food, enticing ambience and great service.”

*Giulia is open during mall hours and is located at the G/F the Block, SM North EDSA.

Snowbing is open to satisfy your bingsu cravings the Korean way!

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For the recent years the Philippine entertainment scene has been dominated by Korean culture, such as television dramas, music, pop songs, fashion, and now food. 

Snowbing Korean dessert cafe is now open at the ground floor of SM North EDSA’s City Center, one of the coolest and chillest hangout spots you can easily find.

Snowbing is a great place to chill with some snacks and desserts. Snowbing specializes in Korean bingsu in different flavors like matcha, tiramisu, and more as well as other dishes.

Bingsu or bingsoo is a very popular and elaborate snack/dessert in Korea. Bingsu is composed of ice shavings and various ingredients such as sweetened condensed milk, fruit syrups, various fruits such as strawberries, kiwifruit, and bananas, small pieces of teok (rice cake), chewy jelly bits, and cereal flakes. It is often topped with ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Snowbing is to satisfy your bingsu cravings the Korean way. 

Last August 14, we tried delightful Korean snacks and dessert - bingsu, pasta, pizza and toasts to go with their frozen treats. 

Here are refreshing, creamiest bingsu flavors ! We tried the match-made in heaven Matcha Green Tea flavored, and Cheezy Mango, Strawberries and Cream flavored, Tropical Fruit flavored, Choco Brownie, Tiramisu, Choco Banana and Salted Caramel.

Strawberries and Cream flavored

Salted Caramel

Cheezy Mango

Tiramisu

Matcha Green Tea 

Choco Brownie

 Choco Banana

Other bingsu to taste Pat bingsu, Cookies and Cream, Apple Crumble.

And there are pasta dishes too.  

Korean Pasta 

Salted Egg Pizza 

And more, pizza !

Korean Pizza

Aside form the frozen treats, you can enjoy viewing as LED TV put up on the walls playing K-POP all day! 

Visit Snowbing now and experience bingsu the Korean way, located at the Upper Ground Floor, City Center, SM City North EDSA, Quezon City.

For more details, you can follow Snowbing Philippines on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/pg/SnowbingPH.

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“Echorsis”, an out-of-the-box brand of comedy movie opens on April 13

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The most awaited horror-comedy film of 2016 “Echorsis: Sabunutan Between Good And Evil”  held a special screening at the Cinema 11, SM North EDSA, April 3, 2016. "Echorsis" starring John Lapus, Kean Cipriano, and Alex Medina.

It has been the talk of the town even weeks prior to its April 13 opening in cinemas nationwide, "Echorsis" official trailer has so far gone viral and received over four million views.

An appeal to moviegoers: Support “Echorsis” by watching it on April 13, its opening day

Just like any independently produced Filipino film, “Echorsis: Sabunutan Between Good And Evil” by critically acclaimed director Lemuel Lorca is at risk of being pulled out of movie houses if it doesn’t perform well on its first day. 

Alex Medina

Thus, the cast and crew of the much anticipated horror-comedy film appeal to Filipino moviegoers to watch “Echorsis” on April 13, its opening day.

“Sana sumugod sa sinehan ang milyon-milyong nag-aabang sa ‘Echorsis’ sa opening day pa lang para manatili ito sa line up ng mga pelikula,” says Alex Medina, who plays the lead role of a gay-swindling gigolo in the movie. 

“Naranasan namin sa ‘Heneral Luna’ na matanggal dahil mahina ang benta ng ticket nung first day,” he relates. “Mabuti na lang naging matagumpay ang campaign sa social media na madagdagan ang mga sinehan.”

In “Echorsis: Sabunutan Between Good and Evil,” Medina portrays the role of Carlo, a sweet-tongued and charismatic gigolo, who was possessed by a gay spirit after the death of his lover Kristoff (John Lapus). 

The film, which likewise topbills Callalily vocalist Kean Cipriano as Father Nick, was written by Jerry Gracio and produced by Chris Cahilig of Insight 360.

Kean Cipriano

It is rated R13 by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).

Lapus is optimistic that Filipino audiences—particularly the lesbian, gays, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community—will rally behind “Echorsis.” However, he encourages them to come out and watch the film on its first day, to ensure its long run in the cinemas. 

“Nababasa namin sa comments sa official trailer ng Echorsis na maraming naghihintay na ipalabas ito. Sana lang maglabasan sila sa April 13 kasama ng kanilang mga friends para manood bago pa maging huli ang lahat,” he stresses. 

Out-of-the-box Comedy

According to Cahilig, “Echorsis” is an intelligent and out-of-the-box brand of comedy.

‘Echorsis’ producer Chris Cahilig of Insight 360

“The Filipino moviegoers are ready for a black comedy like ‘Echorsis.’ The box-office records of well-made films such as ‘That Thing Called Tadhana,’ ‘English Only,’ and ‘Heneral Luna’ gave us the courage to push through with the project despite its unconventional plot,” explains the producer.

“I am confident that apart from enjoying the patronage of the LGBT community, ‘Echorsis’ will likewise lure the straight population to the cinemas because of its organic humor and its message of love, forgiveness, and acceptance,” says Cahilig. 

“Echorsis” takes pride in bringing together a powerful and award-winning production team led by Lorca, who recently won the best picture trophy in CineFilipino for his film “Ned’s Project.” He is joined by cinematographer Sasha Palomares, editor Benjamin Tolentino, production designer Paul Infante, assistant director Lorna Sanchez, line producer Sarah Pagkalinawan-Brakensiek, and production manager Rowena Concepcion. International composer and arranger Jonathan Ong and his Sonic State Studio team did the music and scoring.

Lemuel Lorca 

Completing the ensemble cast of “Echorsis” are Alessandra de Rossi, Chokoleit, Kiray Celis, Mich Liggayu, Ruby Ruiz, Negi Negra, Bekimon, Nico Antonio, Francine Garcia, Odette Khan, and 1:43’s Yuki Sakamoto, Anjo Resurreccion, Gold Aquino, and Yheen Valero. 

“Echorsis” is supported by BellaVita Land Corp. and McJim Classic Leather.

Amplifying your Life, JBL Opens its Newest Concept Store and Celebrates the Christmas Season with Exclusive Deals

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What better way to celebrate holidays than to give your loved ones the latest gadget available. Making your yuletide shopping easier is JBL, as it opens its newest concept store – JBL Digital Dreams, last November 13, 2015 at the Annex of SM North EDSA in Quezon City.

With JBL products, amplifying your life has never been this easy. Enjoy sound and music the way it should be listened to with JBL’s revolutionary audio products that continue to push sound boundaries.

In an event attended by JBL Harman executives, distributors, and select media representatives, JBL Digital Dreams opened its doors to showcase ways by which consumers can amplify their life through its high quality audio products. 

From headphones to portable speakers and home entertainment systems, the new concept store is sure to make you rediscover, first hand, true sound appreciation through its high definition and crisp audio output. 

Highlighted by the latest speakers and headphones, shoppers were also treated to an exclusive deal wherein select JBL and Harman Kardon products were offered at lower prices – as part of the store’s opening weekend.

Apart from these activities, JBL is also amplifying one’s holiday with their special deals for the Christmas season – featuring its newest line of splash proof portable speakers, coupled with discounts on a second purchase. 

Take the music wherever you go and spice up your adventures with JBL’s eye-catching mini portable speaker, the Clip +. Give justice to normal gatherings and turn them into memorable parties with JBL’s Pulse 2, Charge 2 +, and Extreme speakers. Homebodies, on the other hand, can also sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of great sounds with the JBL SB400 home entertainment unit.

For more information, visit http://ph.jbl.com and http://ph.harmankardon.com.

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Follow  Twitter: @JBLPH

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As the leader in revolutionary sound, JBL continues to push audio boundaries through innovation and personalized sound technology. The JBL brand offers unprecedented wireless speaker performance for authentic audio experience.

About HARMAN

HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for consumers, automakers, and enterprises worldwide, including audio, visual and infotainment systems; enterprise automation solutions; and software services. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon® , Mark Levinson ® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. HARMAN also is a technology and integration services leader for the Automotive, Mobile, Telecommunications and Enterprise markets. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and infotainment systems. The Company’s software solutions power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated, personalized, adaptive and secure across all platforms, from the work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 25,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia and reported sales of $5.9 billion during the last 12 months ended March 31, 2015. The Company’s shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NYSE:HAR.

UNIQLO special collections - DISNEY Magic for All, Ines De La Fressange, and LEMAIRE at selected large stores

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Shop UNIQLO for the latest collection for women, men, kids and babies. Clothing with innovation and real value, engineered to enhance your life every day.

UNIQLO offers its special collection only in its large stores in Metro Manila – SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM Aura and SM Mall of Asia. These branches have the widest and most complete selection of apparels for women, men, kids and babies. 

The stores carry limited-edition pieces from international brands and designer collaborations such as DISNEY Magic for All, Ines De La Fressange, and UNIQLO’s most recent partnership with French fashion designer Christophe Lemaire.

UNIQLO and LEMAIRE 

The UNIQLO and LEMAIRE collection represents products that embody the LifeWear concept – simple made better – that is shared by both brands. Every item combines elegance with moderate relaxation and comfort, for modern and advanced wardrobe mainstays.

The much-anticipated collaboration showcases UNIQLO’s high quality materials at a perfect price. Sophisticated yet accessible, it offers a timeless color palette of greens, navies, whites, and reds. The men’s and women’s collections will be available in SM Megamall and SM Aura, two out of UNIQLO’s four large stores starting October 2 until the end of Fall Winter 2015. 

UNIQLO and Ines De La Fressange Paris

In 2013, former fashion model and muse of designer Karl Lagerfeld, Ines De La Fressange re-launched her own brand, INES DE LA FRESSANGE PARIS, a luxury lifestyle brand that includes a wide range of products to create a truly Parisian style, from ready-to-wear apparel to interior decorations.

Forward to 2015, Ines combined her interest in UNIQLO’s LifeWear with her unique sense of style, based on refined feminine beauty and authentic quality. The UNIQLO and INES DE LA FRESSANGE 2015 Collection Fall and Winter Collaboration employs wool and other natural fabrics in a variety of styles and colors. Ines’ jackets for this season retain traditional tailoring, while offering the modern comforts that women want. 

Disney MAGIC FOR ALL Collection 

The MAGIC FOR ALL 2015 Fall Winter collection offers a wide range of products from Ultra-Light Down, fleece, flannel shirts, and UTs, to plush toys, umbrellas, room slippers and more. The collection features Walt Disney’s beloved characters such as Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, as well as popular characters from Star Wars, Disney Pixar, Toy Story, Marvel’s Avengers and Frozen. 

Backroom Artists Stage Concerts on Valentine's Day

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Be ready to be entertained this Valentine's Day.

Whether you're in love or have fallen out of love, it's time to celebrate the love month.

Backroom artists have lined-up Valentine shows for everyone.

The comedic tandem of Pooh and K Brosas will stage a unique "love" concert at the Casino Filipino Pavilion on February 11. 

"Sa mga loveless, gugulong kayo sa tawa. Kalimutan niyo muna bf or gf, enjoy lang pag may time," says Pooh. "Let us enjoy ourselves," adds K who is also scheduled to stage a concert in KL Central , Malaysia on February 15.

Pooh and K will prove once more that laughter is the best medicine as they tickle your funny bones on February 18 for The Funny Valentine concert at Skydome SM North Edsa.

Bossa Nova Queen Sitti holds a Valentine show on February 11 at Casino Filipino Bacolod and will fly abroad for a concert in Du Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on February 13. "Everybody looks forward to celebrating the love month. I'm excited to be part of that special celebration," says Sitti.

Ai Ai delas Alas sings and dances her way to audiences’ hearts in a special show at Solaire Resort and Casino on February 12. 

"Dance with me. Sing with me. Let's have fun together. Masarap pag may kasama siyempre habang ikaw ay sumasayaw," says Ai Ai.

For inquiries, call Backroom Inc at 4351108, 4351120 and 9280717 or email at backroominc@hotmail.com.