April 24, 2013

Iron Man 3

I'm here on a mission: fighting back.

Marvel's "Iron Man 3" pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy's hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle. With his back against the wall, Stark is left to survive by his own devices, relying on his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him. As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: does the man make the suit or does the suit make the man?


Iron Man 3 is a 2013 American superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character Iron Man, produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

It is the sequel to Iron Man and Iron Man 2. Shane Black directed a screenplay he co-wrote with Drew Pearce, which is based on the "Extremis" story arc by Warren Ellis. Jon Favreau, who directed the first two films, serves as executive producer, along with Kevin Feige.

Robert Downey, Jr. reprises his role as the title character, with Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, and Favreau reprising their roles as Pepper Potts, James Rhodes, and Happy Hogan, respectively. Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall, Stephanie Szostak, James Badge Dale, and Ben Kingsley round out the film's principal cast.


“It was important to us that the relationship between Tony and Pepper carry through all four movies including Marvel’s The Avengers and certainly into Iron Man 3, and it sort of reaches its pinnacle in Iron Man 3 in a very nice way.” 
– Marvel Studios President and Iron Man 3 producer, Kevin Feige 

Tony Stark [to Pepper] : "Things are different now, I have to protect the one thing that I can't live without. That's you."

See you Tony Stark! 

More bouts for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER

ONE FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP™ three additional bouts for
ONE FC: RISE TO POWER

KEVIN BELINGON VS MASAKATSU UEDA
EDUARD FOLAYANG VS KAMAL SHALORUS
PHIL BARONI VS NOBUTATSU SUZUKI

ONE Fighting Championship™ (ONE FC), presented by Casino Filipino and in association with Universal Reality Combat Championship (URCC), announced today three additional bouts for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER.

Kevin Belingon will battle Masakatsu Ueda in the final of the Bantamweight Grand Prix. The winner will get a shot at the ONE FC Bantamweight Title. Plus, Eduard Folayang is back in action against Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) veteran Kamal Shalorus and fan favorite Phil Baroni will return to the famed ONE FC cage to take on the KO artist from Japan, Nobutatsu Suzuki. All the action takes place live on 31 May from the MOA Arena in Manila, Philippines.

Tickets for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER will launch in Casino Filipino branches across the Philippines starting on 22 April 2013. 

Fans from around the world can witness the action online via live streaming at www.onefc.livesport.tv.
The first two undercard fights are available for viewing free-of-charge and the main card fights will be available for purchase at just US$9.99.

CEO of ONE Fighting Championship™ Victor Cui stated, “ONE FC: RISE TO POWER will feature some of the biggest names in Asian MMA as we return to the fight capital of Asia. I’m beyond excited to see Honorio Banario back in action in front of his home crowd at the state-of-the art Mall of Asia Arena. Bibiano Fernandes taking on Koetsu Okazaki has all the ingredients for a possible Fight of the Night with one of the world’s greatest pound-for-pound fighters squaring off against a Japanese submission artist who is known for his impressive grappling game. I know fans cannot wait to watch these warriors collide on 31 May.”

The Bantamweight Grand Prix Final is also set and both fighters are ready to showcase their skills in Manila to earn a shot at the biggest Bantamweight title belt in Asia.

Bantamweight GP Finalist Kevin Belingon is a Filipino MMA champion and one of the best MMA fighters ever to emerge from the Philippines. It took him a few fights to become accustomed to competing inside the ONE FC cage but once he found his rhythm, the result was spectacular as he blasted through Yusup Saadulaev and Thanh Vu in less than a round to earn a slot in the Bantamweight Grand Prix Final. Known as “The Silencer” because he prefers to let his fists and feet do the talking, Belingon is a Wushu specialist with fast hands and devastating low kicks. He says that he is in the best shape of his life and nothing can stop him from earning a shot at the coveted ONE FC Bantamweight World Championship Title.  His opponent is a veteran who is not at all concerned about fighting on Belingon’s home soil on 31 May.

Masakatsu Ueda is a Bellator veteran and former Shooto Featherweight Champion, a belt he defended successfully three times. He has an outstanding 17-2-2 record which makes him one of the best Bantamweights in the world. He was a very successful college wrestler who won numerous national wrestling competitions in Japan as well as the all Japan Shooto Grappling Championship. A very well-rounded fighter, he submitted MMA legend Jens Pulver at ONE FC: KINGS & CHAMPIONS to earn a slot in the final of the Bantamweight Grand Prix. Ueda understands the magnitude of this fight and knows very well that Belingon will be the toughest test of his career.

A Lightweight bout that is sure to get the crowd on their feet will pit Filipino MMA legend Eduard Folayang against UFC veteran Kamal Shalorus.

Folayang is a legend in the Philippines where he is universally regarded as MMA’s equivalent to boxing phenomenon Manny Pacquiao. A former school teacher, he is renowned for being humble and respectful outside the cage but a determined and relentless competitor inside. The Baguio-born mixed martial artist is never in a boring fight and the sight of Folayang struggling in a tough battle, but somehow finding a way to win in the end, is one which fight fans have become accustomed to. Folayang will square off against the resilient submission specialist from Iran, Kamal Shalorus.

Shalorus was born in the city of Khalkhal in Iran. He began wrestling as a teenager before moving to the United States to train in MMA. He is a UFC and WEC veteran with notable wins over Justin Milles and Bart Palaszewski. Shalorus will need to bring it all when he steps into the ONE FC cage for the first time at ONE FC: RISE TO POWER.

Manila’s favorite slugger Phil Baroni will be back in action on 31 May when he battles up and coming Japanese mixed martial artist Nobutatsu Suzuki.  Baroni has faced some of the toughest opponents in the world and is renowned for his one-punch knockout power. Despite being one of the hardest punchers to ever compete in MMA, it’s not just Baroni’s hard-hitting fists that the fans come to see. His brash and charismatic personality and inimitable swagger down the fighter’s entrance makes him one of the biggest showmen in MMA. Suzuki is the complete opposite in personality but identical in fighting style. Eight of his fights have been won via impressive KO. On 31 May, he will look to make Baroni number nine.

ONE FC: RISE TO POWER is headlined  by a ONE FC Featherweight World Championship bout between reigning champion Honorio “The Rock” Banario against number one contender Koji Oishi and pound-for-pound king Bibiano Fernandes taking on Koetsu Okazaki for the ONE FC Bantamweight Interim Title.  All the action takes place live from the MOA Arena in Manila, Philippines.

For more updates on ONE Fighting Championship™, please visit www.onefc.com and follow on Twitter @ONEFCMMA and Facebook at www.facebook.com/ONEFCMMA.



April 23, 2013

Sun, sand and shindig! Philips offers 3 tips on throwing the best beach party

Partying may seem like the easiest thing to do, especially if it’s at the beach. But the perfect beach bash should be carefully planned out. So, if you’re planning to throw a mean beach party this summer, Philips offers these simple tips to make your bash one for the ages. 

Bring the dance floor to the shore 

Shoqbox
A party will never be a party without the best music blaring through powerful speakers. And if it’s a beach party, you need a speaker that can withstand some splashing and bumping. 

A small speaker packed with big sound, the Philips Shoqbox is portable, splash-proof and drop-proof. It carries powerful twin speaker drivers that deliver big sound that doesn’t crack. Operating on Bluetooth technology, it allows users to stream music from any Bluetooth device. 

You can also pair two Shoqbox speakers via Bluetooth to get stereo sound from left and right—resulting in louder, more party-ready music.

Prepare food that’s packed with flavor, and none of the guilt

When you’re preparing meals for a lot of people, fast and easy is usually the way to go. But there’s a way to make meals fast, easy and tasty—and good for your guests’ figures at the same time!
5 Philips AirFryer HD9220
Utilizing its patented Rapid Air technology, the Philips AirFryer lets you cook food without using oil. This means 80% less fat in your fried dishes, ensuring that everyone in the party enjoys delicious, healthy fried food. The AirFryer also features a food separator for frying multiple items at once. 

Turn heads with a stunning beach party look

You’ve got your music playlist and your Shoqbox ready. You’ve prepared a lot of deliciously healthy meals with the AirFryer. Now, all you need to worry about is yourself.

Since it’s a beach party, there’s no need for gowns or heels. Just slide into your favorite bikini and let your hair stun everybody.
12 Philips Curler HP8600
Create bouncy beach waves with the Philips Hair Curler HP8600. This curler makes use of a 32mm curling tong with ceramic coating to deliver naturally bouncy curls. It heats up fairly quickly at 60 seconds and is also safe to use with its cool tip.

Soak up the sun, feel the sand between your toes, and throw the most talked about beach party of the summer by following this simple checklist. The beach is ready for you.

April 22, 2013

Earth Day 2013 is the subject of Monday's Google doodle across the world



Google today celebrates Earth Day with an animated doodle.

Earth Day 2013 doodle released by Google features a landscape and a static sun with a featured button inset inside. 

Clicked on the doodle's button, the sun starts moving and gradually sets in the west. As the sun sets, the moon rises in the glittering sky and it can be seen in different phases while moving across the sky.

Earth Day is observed every year on April 22 to create awareness among the masses on environmental issues.Events are held across the world to sensitize people about the need to protect our environment




This Monday's google doodle also features the cycle of seasons - spring, summer, autumn and winter. This shows the cycle of seasons represented with the rising and falling Sun and Moon in an animated Google doodle. This is Google's 13th Earth Day doodle, with each year the doodles getting more elaborate. For Earth day doodles click https://www.google.com.ph/.

April 21, 2013

La Galerie by Atelier 317

Atelier 317 

“Atelier” – as defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary is an artist’s or designer studio or workroom, or simply a workshop. Atelier 317 is a place of creative creation, where people can grow closer together over some amazing comfort food, with a unique worldly spin executed with quality ingredients.

La Galerie is a chameleonic space. Equipped with a full working open kitchen with top of the line Elba appliances, large, bright white walls, and two massive wooden tables – the airy space is meant for creation and collaboration. It is perfect for special dinners with bespoke menus, cooking classes and demos, food photography shoots or just simply having a culinary and entertainment space to call your own.

Open to all who wish to use it, La Galerie can host up to 16 people seated comfortably and 20 for a cocktail set up. You may wish to do your own cooking, bring in your own chef, order from downstairs, have us create your own menu or simply use it as a function room. It will also be home to several pop-up kitchens and collaborations with other chefs in the near future. We will be holding regular cooking classes twice a week starting April, conducted by Stephanie Zubiri for savory cooking and Carmela Villegas for pastry and baking. 

More excitingly, La Galerie will also be an Art Gallery. True to its name, they will have art exhibits every other month, focusing on young upcoming artists.

The first exhibit will be in the first half of April featuring the works of Risa Recio, inspired by the dishes at Atelier 317. Her abstract paintings, photographs and installations reflect the vibrant colors of the serving platters and ingredients used in our restaurant.

The first Pop-up Kitchen with Chef Him Uy de Baron of Nomama Ramen from April 29 to May 5. He will be creating a special menu so people in Makati can enjoy his famous ramens and some new Korean inspired dishes.

Meet the Instructors 
Stephanie Zubiri 
Stephanie Zubiri loves to eat and hence loves to cook. And above all love to share her passion with friends and family. Before owning a restaurant or a catering business, she originally started by holding cooking classes in her home kitchen in Alabang. She also used to teach in the original Palm Village location of Atelier 317 every Tuesdays and every Mondays for kids at the Chinese International School Manila. She currently animates regular cooking demos for Mc Cormick, Tefal and Breville. In love with world cuisine she always incorporates her travels to her food and her cooking classes always have a historical spin to it. Because what most people don’t know is she’s a history and geography nerd with Bachelor’s degree in History and Geography from the Sorbonne. 
Pastry chef Carmela Villegas
Pastry chef Carmela Villegas lived in paris for 7 years and received her training from a provence based Boulangerie-Patisserie. As a Filipina she always had a sweet tooth and a passion for desserts and upon returning to Manila she created her own bakeshop called Casa San Luis pastries. She successfully created her style inspired from her travels and she defines her pastries as "Comfort Food Desserts with a twist". She wants to share her passion for desserts with everyone and show that baking is fun and accessible to anyone. She will show you that the steps for creating desserts rich in flavor can be simple and easy. 

Pierre Angeli Addison
Pierre Angeli Addison is a CIA graduate and has worked in kitchens in both New York & Philadelphia. It was through culinary school where she found her true passion in wine. After pursuing an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts, she earned her certification as a sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers based in the US and the Wines & Spirits Education Trust based in the UK. She is currently taking her Diploma studies in wine, in pursuit of becoming a Master of Wine (MW) in the future. 

ELBA Italy’s Finest is one of the biggest names in Cooking Appliances today. It prides itself in its continuous promise of Italian Excellence in gas ranges, built-in cooktops, ovens and range hoods. In a competitive and volatile environment, ELBA makes it a point to constantly provide for top quality cooking appliances that make every kitchen an enjoyable experience of luxury and function at a sensible price. 

Cooking Classes with Stephanie Zubiri of Atelier 317 

Learn easy and creative recipes from around the world adapted to cooking at home. These demo classes last three hours but are packed with 3-5 recipes, useful tips and interesting historical and nutritional snippets to add a story behind each dish. Classes are intimate, up to 16 people maximum and very interactive, where students are invited to help and ask questions. After each class, sit down and enjoy the food or take home some leftovers! Classes are P1500/person/class Tuesdays 1pm – 4pm 

French Home Cooking 1 - April 16 

Classic Onion Soup 
Ratatouille 
Stuffed Roasted Tomatoes and Bell Peppers 
Simplified Gratin Dauphinoise 
Mango Clafoutis 

Classic Italian 1 - April 23 

Easy Antipasti (Principles of Antipasti) 
Pasta Caccio e Pepe
Pollo in Stemperata 
Creamy Polenta 
Affogato

Modern Filipino Favorites - April 30 

Crisp Chicken Fillets with Balsamic Orange Adobo Reduction 
Gourmet Cheese Pimiento Quesadillas 
Lamb and Chorizo Arroz a la Cubana (with Brown Rice) 
Zucchini, Lemon and Tuyo Spaghettini 
Mango Tiramisu 

Easy Wine Pairings – May 7 (P2500.00 because of the wines) 

Lemon Chicken Kebabs with Moroccan Herb Sauce (Sauvignon Blanc) 
Grilled Calamari and Chorizo with Cannellini Beans (Riesling or Pinot Noir) 
Seared Steak with Mushroom Pan Sauce (Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon) 
Middle Eastern Lamb Burgers with Harissa Yogurt Sauce (Rose) 
Spice-Stewed Pears with Gorgonzola (Dessert Wine) 

Curry Me Crazy – May 14 

Basic curry techniques and principles 
Chicken Korma 
Maldivian Tuna Curry 
Sri Lankan Beet Root Curry 
Fried Eggplant Raita 
Cardamom Basmati 

Easy Vietnamese – May 21

Pho Ga 
Grilled Lemongrass Pork Strips 
Vietnamese Prawn Curry 
Steamed and Grilled Lemongrass and Lime Chicken Skewers 

Baking Classes with Carmela Villegas of Casa San Luis 

Who doesn’t love the smell of butter and vanilla wafting through the house? Beyond the recipes, more importantly learn the secret techniques that the cookbooks don’t teach. The classes run for 3 hours and are interactive so you can also ask on the spot questions. The kid’s classes are designed to encourage creativity and are more hands on. The adult classes tackle more sophisticated but still approachable recipes. Classes are P1500/person/class Thursdays 1pm – 4pm 

French Tea Time Classics Part One – April 18

Financiers 
Madeleines 
Cream Puffs 

French Tea Time Classic Part Two – April 25 

Eclairs 
Biscuits 
Cannelés 

Chocolate Lovers – May 2 

Flourless Chocolate Cake 
Nutella Crème Brulée 
Tiramisu Revisité 

American Classics Part One: The Cupcake Lab 

Kid’s Class: choose your base and decorate your own cupcakes. – May 9 

Rainbow Cupcake
Nutella Cupcake
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cupcake

Adults: sophisticated recipes for the kid at heart. – May 16 

Banana-Rhum Cupcake
Ginger Rose Cupcake
Chocolate Cupcake with Bailey's Frosting
Vanilla cupcake with a Lemon Frosting 

American Classics Part Two: Cookies and Bars 

Adult’s Class : classic favorites – May 23 

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie
Rocky Road Cookie
Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwich
Revel Bar 

Cookies for kids: limit to 12 – May 30 

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie
Decorate your own Sugar Cookie
Ice Cream Sandwich 

Wine Wednesdays with Pierre Angeli Addison 

A great way to get through the week ! Learn about wine in a fun and approachable manner with theme centered classes. Expand your palate and taste up to 6 wines per class. Perfect for all levels as the 2 hour classes are intimate and adaptive. Beginners can learn the basics without being overwhelmed and the more experienced winos can discover new wines that are readily available local market. 

Think Pink ! – May 8 

This rosé primer will take you on a tour of the various ways rosé is made all over the world. From the old world to the new, from an array of styles and techniques winemakers use to the wide range of flavor profiles each wine will evoke, the casual get together will make you want to sip rosé all year long. 

French Wines made Friendly – May 22 

The common misconception is that French wines are too expensive or sophisticated. Allow us to show that it is not the case by painting a easy to understand map of the different wines in France and exploring some amazing value for money finds available in the local market.

Rental rates starts at P10,000.00 consumable for 3 hours.
For more information on rates and programs visit 
or via telephone: 02-3580987; 09178308393.
Or download the schedule in the website: www.epicurusinc.ph/atelier-317.aspx

Atelier 317 
Palm Rock Building 
6060 Palma corner Osias Street, Poblacion, Makati 
(from Rockwell drive, turn right into Palma street after Ateneo and BDO) 
02-3580987; 0917-8308393 
www.epicurusinc.ph (still being updated) 
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