Shakey's Chicken N' Mojos at 40% off !‪

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Shakey's Chicken N' Mojos at 40% off All Monday All Day!!!

A Super Treat for all SuperCard Holders!!

Enjoy Shakey's Chicken and Mojos at 40% off all Mondays from July 27 to August 24, 2015.

This treat is available to all Shakey's SuperCard Holders! One SuperCard = One treat offer

Available for Dine-in only. Visit your nearest Shakey's store!

Don't have a Shakey's SuperCard? Go get one at your nearest Shakey's store today!

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Reese Witherspoon’s “The Good Lie” Unfolds In Ayala Cinemas on July 29

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An inspiring true story on the lost boys of Sudan.  A group of Sudanese refugees given the chance to resettle in America arrive in Kansas City, Missouri, where their encounter with an employment agency counselor forever changes all of their lives.

Reese Witherspoon, one of Hollywood’s and the world’s most influential people, stars in an inspiring story etched in history in “The Good Lie.”

Based on true events, “The Good Lie” centers on orphans during the brutal Civil war in Sudan that began in 1983, these young victims traveled as many as a thousand miles on foot in search of safety. Fifteen years later, a humanitarian effort would bring 3600 lost boys and girls to America. In “The Good Lie,” Philippe Falardeau, (writer and director of the Oscar- nominated Foreign Language film “Monsieur Lazhar”) brings the story of their survival and triumph to life. Academy Award winner Reese Witherspoon (“Walk the Line”) stars alongside Sudanese actors Arnold Oceng, Ger Duany, Emmanuel Jal, and newcomer Nyakuoth Weil, many of whom were also children of war.

Mamere and Theo are sons of the Chief in their village in Southern Sudan. When an attack by the Northern militia destroys their home and kills their parents, eldest son Theo is forced to assume the role of Chief and lead a group of young survivors, including his sister Abital, away from harm. But the hostile, treacherous terrain has other dangers in store for them.

As the tattered group makes the difficult trek to Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya, they meet other fleeing children, forging a bond with Jeremiah, who, at 13, is already a man of faith, and Paul, whose skills become essential to their survival.

Thirteen years later, the now young adults are given the opportunity to leave the camp and resettle in America. Upon arriving in Kansas, they are met by Carrie Davis (Reese Witherspoon), an employment agency counselor who has been enlisted to help find them jobs—no easy task, when things like straws, light switches and telephones are brand new to them.

Although Carrie has successfully kept herself from any emotional entanglements, these refugees, who desperately require help navigating the 20th century and rebuilding their shattered lives, need just that. So Carrie embarks on her own unchartered territory, enlisting the help of her boss, Jack (Corey Stoll).

Together, against the backdrop of their shared losses, the Lost Boys and these unlikely strangers find humor in the clash of cultures, and heartbreak as well as hope in the challenges of life in America.

Follow their inspiring journey when “The Good Lie” opens this July 29 exclusive at Ayala Malls Cinemas nationwide. 

Check www.sureseats.com for screening schedules and ticket reservation at Ayala Malls Cinemas.

Enjoy a year of getwaways from Megaworld Lifestyle Malls!

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Feed your wanderlust and set out for an epic adventure all year long! Get a chance to win a 3-days/2-nights vacation package to twelve Asian destinations and enjoy a whole year of getaways from Megaworld Lifestyle Malls!

Simply spend a minimum of P1,000 from any establishment at Mckinley Hill, Forbes Town Center, Paseo Center and The Clubhouse at Temple Drive, and P 2,000 from any establishment at Eastwood City, Newport Mall and Lucky Chinatown to gain a raffle entry. Double your chances of winning when you use your Citibank credit card for your purchases; triple them when you use your Megaworld-Citibank credit card.

Present your receipts at the redemption booths at Eastwood Mall Atrium (near Nine West), Eastwood Cybermall Lobby (near Krispy Kreme), Eastwood Central Plaza (near T.G.I.F.), Lucky Chinatown (near Aldo), Mckinley Hill Lobby (near Tokyo Café), Forbes Town Center Lobby (near Serenitea), and Newport Mall Plaza (near Membership counter). Receipts from The Clubhouse and Paseo Center may be redeemed at any of the redemption booths mentioned above.

One lucky winner will win an exciting year-round vacation package for two to 12 Asian destinations comprised of Puerto Princesa, Palawan; Legaspi City, Albay; Iloilo City, Iloilo; Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental; Davao City, Davao; Tablas Island, Romblon; Bangkok, Thailand; Beijing, China; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Bali, Indonesia; Vietnam and Hong Kong!

Aside from that, five lucky winners will get the chance to win a vacation trip for two to sensational Asian spots!

Fly your way to the Gardens by the Bay at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore when you shop at Eastwood City. Redeem a raffle coupon at Lucky Chinatown for the opportunity to see the Great Wall of China. Dine at McKinley Hill for the chance to eat at one of the world’s best restaurants in Bangkok, Thailand.

Shop at Newport Mall for the chance to win a trip to Tokyo and attend one of the biggest music festivals to hit Japan; or get a chance to wake up to the relaxing sounds of the beach waves in Bali, Indonesia when you dine at Forbes Town Center.

All travel packages come with roundtrip airfares, two-way airport transfers, hotel accommodations with daily breakfast, city tours, and visa applications.

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure awaits you at the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ A Year of Getaways! Promo runs from May 1 to July 31, 2015. 

Visit www.megaworldlifestylemalls.com or see flyers for more details.

Per DTI-FTEB SPD permit no. 3694, series of 2015.

8 Must-Try Hummus Places in Metro Manila

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For foodies looking to try hummus for the first time, check out these eight halal restaurants located right in your neighborhood.

Eid al-Fitr signals the breaking of the fast in Islam, people are feeling inspired to celebrate the event with the Muslim community by feasting on food influenced by their religious traditions. But while the typical Filipino would cite “shawarma” as their top- of-mind choice for Middle Eastern food, one appetizer is currently climbing the ranks to give it a run for its money: the humble hummus. 

Once a mere appetizer, hummus is currently becoming a favorite among frequenters of restaurants that offer Middle Eastern cuisine.

For the unoriented, hummus is made by combining mashed chickpeas or garbanzos with tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice. It’s normally eaten by dunking flatbread into it or by pairing it with grilled meat or vegetables, but true-blue lovers find it just as satisfying on its own.

If you’re looking to experience the dish for the first time, check out MyProperty.ph’s eight picks of great halal restaurants in Metro Manila that offer hummus to suit all budgets and ambiance preferences.

Ziggurat

Those who wish to try Ziggurat’s dishes will have to head to its only branch in Sunette Tower in Poblacion, Makati. The place—which offers a combination of Indian, Pakistani, Mediterranean, and African cuisines—has a very extensive menu that’s in the middle of the affordable-to-expensive scale, Ziggurat’s hummus is actually the most affordable in this list at Php75 per serving. And good news: Ziggurat is open 24 hours, so you can get your fix any time of the day.

Berhouz Persian Cuisine

Another favorite go-to place of bargain-hunting foodies is Berhouz, with branches for shoppers at Greenhills Shopping Center in San Juan, live music lovers at Pasig’s Metrowalk, as well as foodies in Parañaque’s BF Homes and Quezon City’s Tomas Morato area. A serving of plain hummus here, which they prepare with yogurt, costs Php80.

Mister Kabab

Starting out as one of the midnight haunts of foodies in the West Avenue area, Mister Kabab now also serves the mall goers of Fisher Mall and Ayala Fairview Terraces in Quezon City, residents and visitors of Mezza Residences in Santa Mesa, and employees of the UP-Ayala Technohub. Here, a serving of hummus costs Php120.

Persia Grill

Persia Grill is the restaurant in this list with the most number of branches: four in Makati, two in Pasay, and one each in Taft Avenue in Manila, Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig, and Pasig’s Kapitolyo, plus a soon-to-open branch in BF Homes, Parañaque. Their version of hummus comes with garlic and is sold at Php120 a serving.

Shawarma Snack Center

Shawarma Snack Center (SSC) has a stall open for patrons of Waltermart in Chino Roces, Makati, as well as people strolling around Ermita (Robinsons Manila and along M. H. del Pilar Street) and BF Parañaque. Hummus in SSC is slightly more expensive at Php135.

Hossein’s Restaurant

Hossein’s has been offering a combination of Iranian, Arabian, Indian, and Mediterranean dishes since 1985. The restaurant currently has over four branches in the country, including those found in BGC’s Serendra and Makati’s Bel-Air Village, while a Hossein’s restaurant called Gilak is in Greenbelt 3, Makati. If you enjoy having your meals served and eaten in grand style, Hossein’s is the place, but the experience will come at a hefty cost: a single order of hummus comes at Php150, while a serving for sharing costs Php250.

Kashmir

Kashmir is said to be the oldest Middle Eastern restaurant chain in the country, offering Indian dishes since the early 1970s. One branch is located along Padre Faura Street in Ermita, Manila, while the other three are in Makati, with a bonus regular appearance at the Salcedo Saturday Market. Being a fine dining restaurant, their hummus is understandably a little more costly at about Php150 a serving.

Arya Persian Restaurant

Lucky for those who often embark on retail expeditions and crave Persian cuisine afterwards, all branches of Arya are located inside malls: Robinsons Magnolia in Quezon City, Greenhills Shopping Center in San Juan, Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong, and Robinsons Place Manila. Plain hummus at Arya is priced over Php150 per serving, but if you’re up for a more filling variety of the appetizer, try the pricier Shahi hummus that comes at around Php260 and is topped with chunks of meat.

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International Master Baker Chef Peter Yuen Visits the Philippines in August for LPUCI Specialized Programs

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Chef Peter Yuen

Culinary students and professionals has been thrilled to hear that Chef Peter Yuen, a world-renowned Master Baker announced his visit to the Philippines this August 2015. 

Chef Yuen, who currently travels the globe as an International Baking/Pastry Consultant, is part of the Board of Directors of the American Bread Ambassadors. He is also considered as the one of the Top 10 Best Bread Bakers in America in 2011. 

To fly to the Philippines for the specialized programs initiated by the Lyceum of the Philippines Culinary Institute (LPUCI) is an honor and privilege for the Filipinos.

The renowned chef, a graduate of B.A.-Marketing from the University of Illinois, started his colorful career as a part-timer in the family-owned bakery. When he realized his love for the craft, he continued to enhance his skills by being an apprentice to several master bakers. In 2000, he finished a course in Pastry and Baking at The French Pastry School, a prominent pastry school in Chicago, USA which landed him opportunities in Sofitel Water Tower Chicago and Four Seasons Hotel as Head Baker and Banquet Pastry Chef. From then on, he represented USA in several international competitions and even supervised and trained competing teams which also brought honor to the USA. Chef Yuen also owns La Patisserie P, an upscale bakery in Chicago. 

Chef Dan Basilio, Culinary Director of LPUCI could not be any prouder that the institution was able to make the international expert share his knowledge and skills in their campus. "I have known and witnessed the talents and skills of Chef Yuen for years. I believe that his expertise cannot only help the Filipino culinary students and professionals improve their proficiency but also give them an edge in the global setting," said Chef Basilio. 

This August 2015, LPUCI has invited Chef Yuen to provide world class training in its two specialized programs: Viennoiserie and European Artisanal Bread. The Viennoiserie Program is a 10-session course on the art of baking using yeast-leavened dough which will run from August 3 to 14 (Monday to Friday; 1pm to 5pm). The course is offered at Php 48,000. The European Artisan Bread, on the other hand, is a 5-session course perfecting the famous quality of European breads having crusted exterior and chewy interior. The course will run from August 17 to 21 (Monday to Friday; 1pm to 5pm) at Php 28,000. Both courses are inclusive of basic uniform, use of tools & equipment, ingredients and certificate upon successful completion of the class. 

"These programs will further upgrade LPUCI's winning learning technique which is student-centered and incorporate fully hands-on lessons designed ideally for beginners and for those who wishes to upgrade their competency," as Chef Basilio explained. Indeed, with the upcoming visit of a celebrated culinary superstar such as Chef Peter Yuen, LPUCI truly embarks on mission to increase the quality of educations made available for Filipinos. 

To learn more about LPUCI and its programs, you may visit their Facebook Page www.facebook.com/lpuculinaryinstitute. You may also visit their office and campus at Victoria corner Muralla Streets, Intramuros, Manila. 

For inquiries, contact +632 318 4000 or email info@lpuculinary.edu.ph or marketing@lpuculinary.edu.ph.