FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME! Century Park Hotel Offers Thirst-quenching Delights

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Manila, Philippines – Summer has officially started with the scorching sun beating on our backs. All too soon, everyone is heading to the beach or pools or for majority who are in Metro Manila, they are doing the most accessible of all: getting their hands on cold drinks and desserts to beat the sweltering heat.

Palm Grove, the poolside outlet of Century Park Hotel, is all geared up for the sunny season with it’s Fun in the Summertime treats. 

Beat the summer sizzle with our thirst-quenching coolers and delectable snacks from P110 net and up from March 22 – May 31, 2019!

Kids and adults alike can enjoy ice-cold juices and classic Pinoy cold desserts of halo-halo (P250 net), mais con yelo (P180 net), and banana saba con yelo (P180 net) served on a coconut shell.

If you are in the mood for ice cream, you can customize your own sweet dish with options of 1, 2 or 4 scoops from P168net and up. Toppings such as choco chips, rice krispies, frosties, marshmallows, salted peanuts, roasted almonds, pistachio nuts, pink sea salt, chili flakes, cheese bites, pastries and fresh fruits are at your disposal.

You can also enjoy a buy 1, get 1 on beer, soft drinks, iced tea and bottled water.

Active kids and even adults can get hungry after a long swim at the hotel’s outdoor temperature-controlled pools. Palm Grove has prepared special snacks and boxes ranging from pasta, sandwiches, chicken tenders, fries and a whole lot more.

“It is already outdoor season in the country and we highly anticipate guests who will be longing for a day in our pools. We have prepared a number of cool treats and delicious snacks to cap off a perfect day at Century Park Hotel, we hope everyone enjoys what we have in store,” said Anthony Tan, CPH’s General Manager.

Launched in 1976, the Century Park Hotel remains as one of the finest hotels in Manila. It is owned and operated by Maranaw Hotels and Resort Corporation and enjoys a mix of local and international patrons. The renowned establishment has over 500 rooms in varied types and facilities for a complete dining and leisure experience. 

To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contactinformation@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 528-8888.

Amaia VisMin gives youngsters a summer to remember

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Summer is always a happy and memorable time for children. It conjures up a laidback and carefree season when kids just want to have fun with friends and family. 

This is why top-of-mind affordable real estate provider Amaia Land helped kids in its Visayas-Mindanao communities experience a fun-filled but productive summer last May.

For aspiring young hoopsters, a basketball sports clinic was held last May 5, 12, 19, and 26 at Amaia Scapes Northpoint. Experts and professionals from the field helped kids aged 7 to 10 years old hone their skills on dribbling, passing and shooting, even as they enjoyed playing with other participants.

Amaia Scapes Iloilo also held its “Kids Day Out!” event last May 25, 26, and 27 during which the youngsters—aged 6 to 12 years old—were provided with playground inflatables to play in and bounce on. They were also enjoined to participate in face painting and arts and crafts sessions. To top it all, all the kids received snacks, loot bags, and other freebies from Amaia.

 

Grace Guinto of Amaia Land says that their Summersaya program was intended not only to provide fun and amusement to residents and neighbors but also to encourage families to spend quality time together.

Guinto likewise relates that “the Summersaya activities fostered a spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie among the Amaia communities’ children and helped boost their self-confidence, improve their social skills, and enhance their creative expression.” 

Looking forward to holding similar activities in the future, Guinto also wishes to thank their partners who helped make these events possible. 

For inquiries about Amaia projects and developments, check out www.amaialand.com or like www.facebook.com/AmaiaLand.

Swipe for summer treats with Citi

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Beat the summer heat with the refreshing and cool Swipe for a Treat promo from Citi, the country’s leading global bank. 

This latest offer from Citi, open to all principal and supplementary cardholders, lets you earn eGift vouchers that you can use in over 15 partner merchants across the country until July 15, 2018. 

“Summer in the Philippines is a very special time,” said Manoj Varma, Citi Philippines consumer business head. “To make the summer experience more enjoyable for our cardholders, Citi is offering exciting treats through our ‘Swipe for a Treat’ promo. We hope that our customers enjoy the selection of cool treats for their summer adventure.”

To avail of the promo, register an account with winwithciti.com with the unique password sent by Citi, and make a qualifying minimum single-receipt purchase of at least P3,000 using your Citi card. You can also earn the free treats by using the 0% Citi Paylite for purchases, payable for up to three months. 

Redeem your eGift vouchers on the promo website two days after the posted transaction. You can use the eGifts at merchants such as Krispy Kreme, Mrs. Fields, Foodee Global Concept restaurants, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, ChaTime, Bruno’s Barbers, Happy Skin, Plains and Prints, Bioessence, Watch Republic, Planet Sports, Silicon Valley, Digital Walker, Ideal Vision and Lay Bare. Each cardholder can redeem up to 30 eGifts. 

Swipe now and get these summer treats from Citi. For more details on this promo, you may visit www.citibank.com.ph/treats.  

Beat the Heat with Max's Group's Fresh Summer Offerings

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Max’s Group brings out the fun this summer with delightful plates and dessert treats across its brands. Make the most of the season and go on a tasty summer food crawl only with Max’s Group!

Pancake House – Caramel Coffee Snickers Pancake

Can’t get enough of sweets this summer? Have a Snickers® and pancake combo with Pancake House’s new Caramel Coffee Snickers Pancake! For only P140, indulge in a tower of coffee-flavored pancakes sprinkled with chopped Snickers®, and made even more luscious with whipped cream, caramel, chocolate syrup, and cashews. Treat yourself to this new, delightful dish from Pancake House, available from April 1 to May 31, 2018 only. 

Krispy Kreme – Coffee Glazed Doughnuts

Enjoy your favorite Original Glazed Doughnuts now covered with the rich flavors of coffee! Available until May 16, choose from Espresso, Latte and Caramel Macchiato and pair it with Krispy Kreme’s refreshing chillers for that perfect summer combo. 

Sizzlin’ Steak – Surf & Turf Plate

Say Aloha to Sizzlin’ Steak’s Surf & Turf Plate! Enjoy a solo serving of rib eye with prawns at P599 or choose the Surf & Turf meal set good for 2 at P1,149 that comes with 2 cups of steamed rice, 2 bowls of egg drop soup, and 2 glasses of refreshing iced tea. 

Bring on the sizzle! Upgrade your Surf & Turf Plate with an Australian Marbled Beef Steak for P697 (Solo) and P1,249 (good for 2). 

Teriyaki Boy – Summer Refreshers

Teriyaki Boy now offers flavorful summertime refreshers to partner with your favorite Japanese classics! Complete every bento or donburi with delectable mixes that will leave you craving for more. Sip on a creamy Mango Shake for only P110, Green Tea Milkshake for only P155, or try the new Milk Tea with Coffee Jelly for P105.

Max’s Best Plate

This summer, Max’s Restaurant dishes out everything that’s delicious with Max’s Best Plate! For only P299, get all of these Max’s favorites on one plate: 1 piece of Max's Fried Chicken, Pancit Canton, 4 pieces of crunchy Lumpiang Shanghai with a choice of either Max's crispy tofu or chicken skin, sweet potato fries, plus a caramel bar. Cap it all off with a glass of ice-cold Mountain Dew and complete your Best Plate experience at Max’s.

Pinoy Merienda Classics

Enjoy summer afternoons with Max’s Pinoy Merienda Classics! Munch on Max’s Turon (P59) and savor the sweet taste of ripe banana slices and brown sugar rolled in flour paper wrapper that’s fried to perfection. Try it a la mode (P79) and pair it with a generous serving of soft, creamy vanilla ice cream. If you’re looking for a yummy twist on a staple Pinoy snack, try the Grilled Ensaimada Sandwich. For only P89, bite into a slice of juicy ham between soft, sweet bread covered with buttercream and cheese. For a refreshing iced dessert, have a serving of Saba Con Hielo and delight yourself with slices of banana mixed together with shaved ice and fresh milk for only P99 for a regular serving or P199 with ice cream. 

Best of Desserts 

Beat the summer heat with Max’s Restaurant’s Best of Desserts! Share a Giant Halo-Halo for P499 that’s good for five. If you are dining solo, enjoy the Halo-Halo Special for only P159. You can also cap off your meal with Buko Pandan Special (P89), a combination of gelatin strips and sago in pandan cream topped with macapuno ice cream and pinipig. For caramel lovers, dig into a serving of rich, creamy vanilla ice cream and sweet caramel bar tidbits with the Caramel Bar Ice Cream (P69).

Summer Coolers

Max’s Restaurant whips up plenty of delicious ways to quench your thirst with its Summer Coolers! Choose from among these refreshing drinks to down a delicious meal from Max’s Restaurant: Chocolatey Malagos Tsoko-Latte in Regular (P139), nutty Malagos Tsoko-Latte Con Mani (P149), the sweet Buko Lychee Cooler (P139), the refreshing Calamansi Cucumber Shake (P95), or the zesty Pine-Orange Freeze (P129). 

Cool summer treats to enjoy this summer with your kids

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Summer is here and while the school is on break, it is a great time for your kids to go out and play. Similarly, this season is also the perfect time for them to indulge in sweet, chilly treats and stay cool amid the scorching heat.

However, falling into a bad eating habit during summer can take an unhealthy turn for your kids. And as a parent, getting them to eat well can get challenging. To prevent this from happening you can get creative in incorporating better nutritional choices by mixing in healthy bits of fresh fruits and vegetables to their favorite treats.

You can start by trying these three healthy recipes, as listed by Beko, one of the largest home appliance brands in Europe, and the Official Partner of the Everyday, that can be amazing and delicious alternatives for their go-to refreshments while helping them beat the summer heat.

Chocolate Milkshake with Malunggay

Nothing beats a smooth and creamy milkshake to cool you down during the hot summer days. Adding Malunggay, together with the classic flavor of chocolate, makes for a great and healthy treat for kids and kids-at-heart.

You can surely never go wrong with this delicious recipe, especially that according to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Malunggay is proven to help prevent micronutrient deficiencies among children, with regular consumption.

What you need to prepare:

4 scoops of chocolate ice cream (about 2 cups)

1/2 cup milk (cold)

1/4 cup chocolate syrup

1/4 cup Malunggay leaves

Three easy steps to follow:

1. Place ice cream, milk, Malunggay, and syrup in blender container.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Serve immediately. *Garnish, if desired.

Mango Popsicle

If the refreshing flavor of mango is palatable to your kids’ taste, then this recipe is perfect for them. Mango is rich in Vitamin A, C, and E, which are powerful antioxidants. Now, nothing beats a summertime filled with the fruity goodness of Mango Popsicle.

What you need to prepare:

2 cups frozen mango

1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Three easy steps to follow:

1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. *You may need to make intervals to scrape down the sides then blend again to get out any chunks.
2. Pour mixture into Popsicle molds and freeze until hardened.

Fruit Slushy

Lastly, you may also opt to create a fun drink by mixing different fruits of your choice, which are not only tasty but, are also capable of keeping you feel refresh even while out in the sun. Fruit Slushies are also naturally rich in nutrients since it is made out of different types of fruits. Some of the nutrients that you can get are potassium, calcium, folate, and dietary fiber. So, go ahead and make your kids a cool, healthy treat in less than a minute.

What you need to prepare:

1 1/2 to 2 cups chopped fresh fruits of your choice

1 cup ice (plus extra, depending on the type of fruit used)

1/4 cup water

Four easy steps to follow:

1. Wash and chop the fruits into manageable pieces.
2. Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
3. Blend on high until the mixture is the consistency of a slushy.
4. Pour into a glass and enjoy.

To ensure that these refreshments stay fresh and nutritious, it pays to have a good partner in refrigerating them. Since they are made out of fruits and vegetables, losing 20 percent of its moisture is no longer considered fresh. This will not be the case if your appliance has the right features like Beko Refrigerators.

With Beko’s NeoFrost technology, its refrigerators keep an optimum level of humidity (up to 90 percent) due to its two separate cooling systems. This feature also makes for longer freshness in the cooler.

Beko Refrigerators also has Blue Light Technology that continues the process of photosynthesis, allowing fruits and vegetables to maintain their natural flavors and nutritional value.

On top of that, the independent cooling systems also prevent odor transfer in between the compartments and keep the quality of the air inside at maximum levels. With itsNeoFrost technology, it achieves more stable and faster cooling both in the fresh food and the freezer compartments at A+ energy efficiency level. Thus, keeping the fruits and vegetables fresh in the refrigerator.

To know more about Beko and Beko Philippines, like the Beko Philippines fan page (@BekoPH) or visit the website at www.beko.ph.

Summer Online Shopping Tips

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Summer is all about staying cool amidst the heat. Being summer ready doesn’t have to be stressful or time-consuming. 

Are you summer ready? Have you planned your summer holiday? 

Talking about being prepared, if you haven't started your shopping, there's no need to worry. There are local and international brands have online stores. And my best shopping friend is Shopee! 

Shopee, the largest e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, has achieved over 40 million downloads across the region in the first half of 2017. To date, Shopee Philippines has garnered over 3 million downloads, and is now ranked number 1 on both Google Play and App Store in just two years of operations. Beating other shopping apps in its category, Shopee consistently remains as one of the top shopping apps in the country.

Here are some of our shopping ideas. So get yourself ready for the summer, go through their feeds and pick out your favorites.

Feeling good about yourself and how you look at the beach can be made simple.

Speaking of accessories, sunglasses will be your best friend this summer. . .  and of course - the summer fashion hat, beach sandals, slippers too and bags ! They bring quite a twist to the most basic look. They tend to always lend a cool vibe, don't you think?

Best friends as you get wet ! 

Almost everything I want and need are available at a very affordable price.

First time to use Shopee? You can use my Shopee code to get additional discount: Click Here. 

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Shopee is available on Apple Store and Google Play. Check out interesting items  by visiting Shopee’s IG account (@shopee_ph) or visit the website https://shopee.ph/ for more updates and info.

Enjoy the wonderful world of Shopee! Happy shopping, everyone!

Everyday Is PlayDay Kicks Off Summer At SM

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Everyday is PlayDay is back at SM ! Last April 13, 2018 at SM City North Edsa, along with 17 other malls, celebrate all play, all fun, all day for kids and the whole family had a huge comeback. 

Making all SM Supermalls a venue for everything play.

Photo by Snapped and Scribbled

Photo by Snapped and Scribbled

During the next months, more than twenty global brands will be launching their latest toy collections in Sm City North Edsa. Likewise, more than 60 characters and brands such as Spongebob, Shimmer and Shine, Beyblade, Hasbro Gaming, and Shopkings, will tour all the 18 malls in a series of exciting shows and meet and greet sessions.

Photo by Snapped and Scribbled

This year’s campaign is set to be much bigger and stronger with their growing partnership with Sony Playstation, that will bring more fun and exciting technology in our days of play, Fujifilm Instax, which will capture the best and fun memories from kids to kids at hearts, and Pay Maya and Globe G-cash that will offer 30% off rebates on their loyal customers who wants to avail their favorite toys through mobile payment.

Kicking off the campaign is the launch of new Shimmer and Shine toy collection at the Block Atrium at SM City North Edsa on May 5 – 6. This top rating Nickelodeon show is about a twin genies-in-training who grants wishes to their human friend Leah. It highlights the importance of teamwork, resilience, and overcoming obstacles. This is a show that our little girls will surely wouldn’t want to miss.

90’s kids will enjoy the huge comeback of Beyblade, on August 31 – September 2 at the Annex Activity Area at SM City North Edsa. It is known in Japan as Explosive Shoot Beyblade, a Japanese manga series, written and illustrated by Takao Aoki, to promote sales of this spinning tops called “Beyblades”.

The whole family will definitely love the Hasbro Gaming which will have activation at Sm City Fairview, SM City Novaliches, Sm City San Jose Del Monte, SM City East Ortigas, SM City Bicutan, and SM City BF Paranaque from Arpil to October this year. Hasbro engages families and friends through toys and games. In this upcoming leg, we are set to create our very first life-sized versions of gaming toys including Monoply, Jenga, Pie Face, Connect and Twister.

Kids who love combining entertainment and education will surely get excited for Nutty Scientist which will have roadshow all around SM Metro Manila malls. They create fun, spectacular, interactive activities and uses educational techniques in the form of shows or workshops for kids. Children will be active participants on the hands-on activities they offer tat will be led by professionals.

Also this year, with the help of SM Cares, Everyday Is Playday will be bringing up DSWD partner charities and organizations including SOS Children’s Village Philippines to our series of shows and events. Watch out for more exciting toy launches and events this year.

Visit  the SM Supermalls official facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/smsupermalls/

Everyday is Playday at SM Supermalls!