The Souperstar of the House of Oriental and Asian Cuisine

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“If you can’t take the heat, stay out of the kitchen” is indeed true for most food entrepreneurs.

In the competitive space of the culinary business, only the toughest survive. But for Gerry Chua, a businessman with both a vision and a mission, the heat in the kitchen even more fires up his passion to offer the best dining experience. 

Try visiting his restaurant Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House and you’ll find out for yourself why this food mecca is already making noise among culinary connoisseurs.

Chinese cuisine constitutes majority of Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House’s menu, there are an array of food offerings that will surely tickle your taste buds. Take your pick: noodle soup, rice toppings, stir fry noodles, dimsum, and a lot more.

“We take pride in the restaurant's specialty: our noodles. Our noodles are made fresh every day. We use state-of-the-art Japanese technology in making them,” said Chua. “Our ingredients are natural and they have no preservatives. I am proud to say that the food we serve at Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House are MSG-free and they are non-grease.”

From the very basic chicken noodle soup to wanton noodle, Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House also features a variety of international noodle soups.

Want to try Thai? Order Thai Tom Yam. 

Hungry like a lion? The Singaporean Laksa is for you. 

Craving for Japanese? Sip some Japanese Shoyu. 

If Chinese is your choice, then Gokong Noodle should be on your plate. 

These and more will let you experience a gastronomic adventure in this noodle house.

Since Chua is also the visionary behind Eng Bee Tin Chinese Deli, some of its varied product ranges can also be ordered at Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House. Its most famous ube hopia and all-time favorite tikoy can be have when you visit any branch.

With a rich history that can be traced from humble beginnings in Ongpin, Eng Bee Tin has mastered the art of producing world-class Oriental delicacies. Because Chua knows his way around business, he found a way to reinvent a rather usual hopia by blending it with ube, the most popular ice cream flavor at the time. The rest is history as Eng Bee Tin’s ube hopia became a household name.

Eng Bee Tin products are locally available in various supermarkets, groceries, restaurants, office, and school canteens. The company is also one of the biggest international exporters of hopia, delivering to Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the USA.

Chua also ensures that quality is key. The company uses automated hopia manufacturing processes and implements a strict hygienic standards of quality control by running the final product through metal detectors, and packaging it in a hygienic pillow pack.

Though a businessman, Chua knows his responsibility to the community where his businesses operate from. In Ongpin where Eng Bee Tin is found, the company donated to the local volunteer fire brigade as evidenced by the purple fire engines that make their way through fire incidents and situations in the vicinity. His other business, Cafe Mezzanine, is also making an impact to the community as its revenues are completely donated to Binondo Paco Fire Volunteer. Recognizing the efforts and hard work fire volunteers put into their job, they get a 20-percent discount when they dine at Cafe Mezzanine, located at the heart of Chinatown. That is if their free coffee is not yet enough.

“Our commitment to our society should be never-ending,” said Chua.

“Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House aims to acquire five units of ambulance to serve the indigents who can’t afford to pay for ambulance service to hospitals.”

Chua’s entrepreneurial vision is deliciously complemented by his life mission to touch lives. No wonder he is one accomplished man and his businesses, successful without a doubt.

For more on Eng Bee Tin, visit http://www.engbeetin.com.

MR. UBE RICE & NOODLE HOUSE BRANCHES:

707 ONGPIN ST. BINONDO MANILA

TEL 288-8888 LOC. 131

284 E.RODRIGUEZ SR. AVE. QUEZON CITY

TEL 722-4505

GROUND FLOOR GU-16  LUCKY GOLD PLAZA

ORTIGAS EXT. PASIG

TEL. 791-7389

ENG BEE TIN CHINESE DELI BRANCHES

628 ONGPIN ST. BINONDO MANILA

288-8888 ; 241-9999

650 ONGPIN COR. E.T. YUCHENGCO ST BINONDO MANILA

288-8888 ; 232-1223 LOC. 219

518 QUINTIN PAREDES ST. BINODO MANILA

TEL 522-2289

ONGPIN COMMERCIAL CENTER 

ONGPIN COR. G.PUYAT  ST. STA.CRUZ MANILA

735-4658

UNIT G-84 ODEON TERMINAL MALL

C.M. RECTO COR. RIZAL AVE. MANILA

TEL. 735-0755

GL 8 WELCOME PLAZA

TAFT AVE. PASAY CITY

TEL 8836-2670

LEVEL-2 WALTER MART CENTER

CHINO RECES COR A. ARNAIZ MAKATI

TEL 843-7256

G-41 VICTORY CENTRAL MALL

MONUMENTO CALOOCAN CITY

TEL 332-1579

B-16 LG VICTORY PARK & SHOP MALL

ANTIPOLO RIZAL

TEL 661-7615

GROUND FLOOR CASH & CARRY MALL

SOUTH SUPER HI-WAY MAKATI

TEL 401-6229

LEVEL 1 PADREA FAURA WING ROBINSON'S PLACE

ERMITA MANILA TEL 401-3063

CAFE MEZZANINE BRANCH

MEZZANINE FLOOR - 650 ONGPIN COR E.T. YUCHENGCO

BINONDO MANILA

TEL 288-8888 ; 241-9999 LOC 230

As part of peoples' lives, there’s only Dunkin’ Donuts for Derek Ramsay

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Dunkin’ Donuts has truly become part of Filipinos’ lives.  As everyone says, “You can’t outgrow your love for Dunkin’ Donuts”.

Derek Ramsay has this to say about his new love, “There’s only Dunkin’ Donuts for me. Many sweet things have come and gone in my life, but Dunkin’ Donuts lingered with me through the years. This is not just a brand I endorse; this is a product I truly enjoy, donuts that I crave for regardless, whether I’m here or abroad.”

The new face of Dunkin’ Donuts, the country’s leading donuts, coffee, and baked goods chain, is a hot new offering that’s sure to salivate everyone’s taste buds – literally and figuratively.

Derek Ramsay kicked off his endorsement with the P199 a dozen promo of Dunkin’ Donuts Classics, which is extended until February 10, 2013.

But there’s more to love, especially for the month of hearts. From February 1-15, Ramsay highlights his longstanding love affair with Dunkin’ Donuts, as we see more of him in two specially designed Valentine’s boxes: Dunkin’ Hearts and Premium Donuts Valentine box.

“There’s a special place in my heart for Dunkin’ Donuts, and it has been a constant companion through many occasions – as a child, as a student, through heartaches, and yes, even on Valentine’s Day. In fact, whoever is with me has to enjoy a bite too."

There is a comforting simplicity to the Dunkin’ Donuts Classics that keeps me coming back for more. This Valentine’s, Derek suggests that instead of taking your date to a fancy restaurant, why not simply cook for her? And off course, cap the night with a box of Dunkin’ Hearts or spoil her a little with a selection of Premium Donuts.

The Premium Donuts line was introduced to cater to the increasing sophisticated palates. With over 18 Premium Donut flavors to choose from, there’s sure to be one for any discriminating sweet tooth.

Dunkin’ Donuts has been in the Philippines for over 31 years, and has continuously evolved to be an inextricable part of Filipinos’ lives and memories. The children who grew up with the Classics varieties, now have more sophisticated palates, perfectly addressed by the Premium Donuts line. So there’s a Dunkin’ Donut variant for every occasion – the Classics, when you want comfortable, nostalgic goodness, and Premium Donuts when you want to just spoil yourself a little.

And with Derek offering you a bite of Dunkin’ Donuts, how can you say no?

I can’t outgrow my love for Dunkin’ Donuts. Especially my favorite since my school days (many years ago up to now)  is the Bavarian Filled. 

Your all time favorite Dunkin’ Donuts, soft, delectable and yummy donuts. With over 30 varieties to choose from. Classic – Bavarian, Choco Kream , Starberry Kreme, Nutty Choco, Choco Butter , Sugar Raised , Choco Marble, Vanilla Marble and many more. There are Premium Donuts - Donut dunked in chocolate, sprinkled with oatmeal, cranberries,  and drizzled with white chocolate. And also , the bite-size version of our favorite donuts  - the Munchkins. :)

About Dunkin’ Donuts

Dunkin' Donuts is the world's leading donuts, coffee, and baked goods chain, with over 2,600 stores in more than 30 countries around the world. In 1981, Golden Donuts Inc. opened its first Dunkin’ Donuts in the Philippines, and has since expanded to become the country’s largest donut chain.

Watch out for special Valentine recipes of Alden Richards, Bela Padilla and Kylie Padilla at 'Sarap Diva' this Saturday

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The three of GMA’s hottest properties Alden Richards, Bela Padilla and Kylie Padilla are the guest in 'Sarap Diva' this Saturday (February 9) to present their special Valentine recipes, with love, romance and fun! 

Bela prepares her specialty, Salmon Zuchinni, while Kylie teaches her Halal recipe, Pininyahang Manok. Alden shows off his resourcefulness with his Lechon Paksiw recipe.

Meanwhile, Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid shares the latest trend replacing flowers as a first date gift, the Fruiquet or Fruit bouquet.

The surprises never end as one of Regine’s twitter followers wins a date with Alden.

Love is truly in the air with another Saturday morning filled with good food, talk and music in Sarap Diva, 9:45am on GMA.

More updates on http://www.facebook.com/SarapDivaGMA.

2013 GRAMMY® Nominees Album Featuring A Diverse Array of Artists and Memorable Songs

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Album hits the market released by PolyEast Records

Capitol Records, through PolyEast Records, will release the 2013 GRAMMY® Nominees album is now available in the market which features 22 critically-acclaimed smash hits from a myriad of chart-topping artists from various genres. The album will be album at all record stores nationwide.

The 19th edition of the best-selling collection includes many of the most widely recognized GRAMMY categories representing nominees for Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best New Artist, Best Pop Solo Performance, Best Pop Vocal Album, Best Rock Performance, Best Rock Song, and Best Rock Album.

In time for the upcoming 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards to be staged in LA on February 10, the album features big hits from artists like Coldplay, Katy Perry, Adele, Bruce Springsteen, Muse, Maroon 5 feat Wiz Khalifa, Kelly Clarkson, Taylor Swift, Jack White, P!nk, Gotye feat Kimbra, FUN feat Janelle Monae, Florence + The Machine, Carly Rae Jepsen, Ed Sheeran, Mumford and Sons, Frank Ocean.

The album is made possible by a special arrangement with all of the major music distribution companies and rotates labels from year to year. A portion of the proceeds from the album benefit the MusiCares Foundation® and the GRAMMY Foundation®— two charitable organizations established by The Recording Academy.

2013 GRAMMY Nominees  album is now available in stores at Php 455.00.

Here's the 2013 GRAMMY Nominees Album Tracklist:

1. THE BLACK KEYS

"Lonely Boy"

Record Of The Year

Album Of The Year

Best Rock Performance

Best Rock Song

Best Rock Album

2. KELLY CLARKSON

"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)"

Record Of The Year

Song Of The Year

Best Pop Solo Performance

Best Pop Vocal Album

3. TAYLOR SWIFT

"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"

Record Of The Year

4. GOTYE

"Somebody That I Used To Know”

(feat. Kimbra)

Record Of The Year

5. KATY PERRY

"Wide Awake"

Best Pop Solo Performance

6. FUN. FEAT. JANELLE MONÁE

"We Are Young"

Record Of The Year

Album Of The Year

Song Of The Year

Best New Artist

Best Pop Vocal Album

7. FLORENCE + THE MACHINE

"Shake It Out"

Best Pop Vocal Album

8. P!NK

"Try"

Best Pop Vocal Album

9. MAROON 5 FEAT. WIZ KHALIFA

"Payphone"

Best Pop Vocal Album

10. CARLY RAE JEPSEN

"Call Me Maybe"

Song Of The Year

Best Pop Solo Performance

11. MIGUEL

"Adorn"

Song Of The Year

12. ED SHEERAN

"The A Team"

Song Of The Year

13. HUNTER HAYES

"Wanted"

Best New Artist

14. THE LUMINEERS

"Ho Hey"

Best New Artist

15. ALABAMA SHAKES

"Hold On"

Best New Artist

Best Rock Performance

16. MUMFORD & SONS

"I Will Wait"

Album Of The Year

Best Rock Performance

Best Rock Song

17. FRANK OCEAN

"Pyramids"

Album Of The Year

Best New Artist

18. BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN

"We Take Care Of Our Own"

Best Rock Performance

Best Rock Song

Best Rock Album

19. JACK WHITE

"Freedom At 21"

Album Of The Year

Best Rock Song

Best Rock Album

20. MUSE

"Madness"

Best Rock Song

Best Rock Album

21. COLDPLAY

"Charlie Brown"

Best Rock Performance

Best Rock Album

22. ADELE

"Set Fire To The Rain"

(Live At The Royal Albert Hall)

Best Pop Solo Performance

5 gift-and-date ideas: Feel the love from Philips with this Valentine’s Day gift and activity guide

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Make romance simple with romantic gift ideas that will bring joy to your loved one, special gift that captures the excitement and mystery associated with love especially this love month - February. Whenever Valentine’s Day rolls around, it comes with the pressure of thinking up the perfect date—and giving the perfect gift! 

On this special day, hearts should be pounding with joy, and not pounding with fear. To save you from your gift and date night worries, Philips is offering this excellent array of products and activities for a memorable Valentine’s Day.

1. A cuddle on the couch, and a perfect cup of coffee

With the cold wind blowing past us this Valentine’s Day, why not make the most out of the rare cuddle weather with your special someone and whip up great tasting espresso at the touch of a button using the Philips Saeco Intelia One Touch Cappuccino HD8753.

The Intelia One Touch Cappuccino is an easy to use automatic espresso machine designed to deliver the perfect espresso experience from bean to cup. Ladies can enjoy their favorite cappuccino using the Intelia’s integrated automatic milk function with easy refill. The gentlemen, on the other hand, won’t be left out when they get even a whiff of the Intelia’s espresso.

With adjustable coffee strength and temperature, as well as ceramic grinders for aroma preserving and a flavor-enhancing pre-brewing function, the Intelia is built to satisfy. It will serve you perfectly prepared coffee to go along with warm loving cuddles this Valentine’s Day.

2. Make her look extra stunning for your night out

Women love to look good, especially for the men they adore. And needless to say, the men appreciate it. With the Philips ActiveCare Hair Dryer HP8270, it’s a win-win situation come date night.

The ActiveCare Hair Dryer adds more body and bounce to hair, with a TempPrecision sensor that maintains hair temperature to keep healthy moisture intact. The volume diffuser dries hair healthily, reduces frizz and increases volume by spreading the airflow across the hair. It also has six flexible speed and temperature settings for full control.

With your girl styled like a star, take her on a romantic dinner for two—and make heads turn!

3. Make him smooth, suave and ready to dance

Want to see your man smarten up with a clean or even stylized shave for a cozy night out? Well, then take matters into your own hands and get him a brand new Philips AquaTouch AT890.

This wet and dry electric shaver is the secret to a smooth, clean shave. Designed for use even while in the shower, the AquaTouch offers both a comfortable dry shave as well as a refreshing wet shave. It features an inbuilt Aquatec seal which makes the shaver fully waterproof and optimized for use with shaving gel or foam. This means enhanced skin comfort and minimal skin irritation.

In addition, it utilizes DualPrecision shaving heads that have slots to shave the normal hairs and holes to shave even the shortest stubble. With his clean and suave look, he’s ready for a night of fine dining and slow dancing!

4. Turn your home into a cinema, and have an all-day movie date

Sometimes, the best dates don’t need to be extravagant or overly special. They can happen right at home. This Valentine’s Day, stay in and spend an entire day all bundled up, watching movies with your loved one. And do it with cinema-like audio courtesy of the Philips Soundbar CSS5123.

A sleek and premium speaker system, the Soundbar utilizes Virtual Surround Sound technology, wherein the speakers are precisely angled to create a surround sound effect for a realistic movie experience. A 2012 Red Dot Design winner, it also features a DoubleBASS technology which enhances the bass for a deeper and fuller effect.

5. Sip on fresh fruit juice on a romantic picnic

There’s nothing like fresh fruit juice made directly from your kitchen. It’s the healthiest drink you can get—especially during a season that calls for chocolates and cakes. Put a healthy little twist to your Valentine’s celebration by preparing your own fruit juices using the Philips Avance Juicer HR1871.

Easy to assemble, the Avance Juicer operates with an 800 W motor that can squeeze tough ingredients like apples or carrots. The extra large feeding tube allows you to put whole fruits and vegetables directly without having to pre-cut it. An electro-polishing technology optimizes juicer cleaning from the mesh on the sieve to the pulp container.

And what better way to enjoy fresh fruit juice than outdoors—on a romantic picnic with your partner!

Feel and spread the love this Valentine’s Day with these laid-back date ideas for you and your special someone. And romance shouldn't be reserved for just Valentine's Day, an anniversary or a birthday, but by the little things you do for our loveones. Enjoy your wonderful world throughout the year!