June 12, 2018

Gastronomic Experience at Akrotiri Modern Eurasian Cuisine: Akrotiri brings modern EurAsian cuisine to the Philippine food scene

Akrotiri is a unique destination that delivers an exciting culinary experience that will surely indulge every type of Filipino diner.

The Filipino’s discerning palate has been cultivated by embracing local, foreign, and progressive cooking concepts. Constantly craving for fresh culinary adventures, passionate foodies are in for a delicious treat as a new restaurant presents an exciting gastronomic experience that has fused together diverse coastal food cultures from all over the world—Akrotiri Modern Eurasian Cuisine.


“We wanted to bring our knowledge to the Philippines and use all the incredible food that’s in the East and blended it with the West,” said Akrotiri General Manager, David Jones. 

David Jones, Akrotiri General Manager

“Akrotini’s offerings reflect the Mediterranean classics, mainly Greek and other European influences but at the same time, we’ve localized the taste to create a new flavor. One can call it ‘fusion’, but we feel that ‘EurAsian’ highlights what we represent—an amalgamation of influences that have strong ties with the Philippine food culture.”

Chef Luca Maffei
Akrotiri’s Menu is co-conceptualized by Chef Luca Maffei. An Italian chef with intricate taste to flavours and fusion, Chef Luca masterfully re-imagined Akrotiri’s food, bringing the blissful flavours of Asia and Euro-Greek cultures to our local cuisine.

A feast of specialty menu was offered as part of Akrotiri’s comprehensive food choices—a classic Greek heritage of Mediterranean triad themes that overlap with Malay, Oriental, and European influences. Guests also had their fill from a wide selection of wines, spirits, and beer, as well as carefully curated cocktails that collectively reflect Akrotiri’s distinct coastal blending ethos. 

The Eurasian gastronomic experience

Akrotiri’s story was shared through an audio-visual presentation, but more so when its menu items were exhibited separately, plated attractively for every event-goer’s delight and indulgence.





The showcase included the Shell Fish Sauté with Clams, Mussels, Prawns, Squid, and Tomato, and the Eurasian Sour Soup and Souvlaki Skewers for the soup entries. The mezze (appetizers) line-up was headlined by the Wagyu Burger with Cheese, Shitake Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, and Rustic Fries, plus the Grilled Prawns in Tamarind Dressing and Greens. For the mains, the Wagyu Skirt Steak with Spicy Chilli Jam, Roasted Vegetables, and Paprika Aioli, as well as the Seafood Tagliatelle with Clams, Mussels, Prawns, Squid, and Tomatoes were the highlights, while the Chocolate Garden Mosaiko topped Akrotiri’s dessert offerings.




Specialty drinks could be seen, surprising guests with unique blends infused with flavours from diverse influences.

A prominent shelf of the famous Jameson whiskey frames one side the back bar display and gives rise to a multitude of Irish blends and single malts. Carrying on the island whisky theme we see single malt scotch from island distilleries and the Japanese also are represented showing the fusion of drinking cultures around the world.


Manhattans and Martinis can be seen being shaken up behind the bar with even coffee being used to create the Espresso Martini. Traditional drinks from British Isles are served with people tucking in to Bloody Marys and Pimms & Lemonade. A Tequila Sunrise and the mysterious Dark and Stormy are resting on the bar waiting to be brought to the table. A surprising selection of Gin is on display with some creative combos such as a Rose Gin with dried chili, Gin Mare with mango & pepper and Portobello Road Gin with summer fruits.

Akrotiri’s signature libations are all made with quality ingredients that surely hit the right spots.

Chef Ereyca Trinidad

“Metro Manila is an emerging market for restaurants and we wanted to present something new, yet still familiar to the Filipino palate. Using local ingredients and principles plays a vital role in bringing to life our concept of showcasing global coastal food cultures through dishes that remain close to home,” said Akrotiri Head Chef, Ereyca Trinidad.

Weaving together the different flavors found on different coastal food cultures all over the world and presenting them as delicious gastronomic offerings makes Akrotiri a unique destination that delivers an exciting culinary experience that will surely indulge every type of Filipino diner.





Thanks for a wonderful AKROTIRI VIP Media & Partners Night last friday, June 8, 2018 with gastronomic experience that has fused together diverse coastal food cultures from all over the world.

Visit Akrotiri Modern Eurasian Cuisine, open from 11AM daily  at Unit 103 G/F Commerce Center Alabang, Commerce Avenue corner Filinvest Avenue, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City, or log in to www.akrotiri.ph and and PR@akrotiri.ph for more information.







June 10, 2018

Capture the perfect selfie and wefie with ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite helps you seize every shareable moment and portray the perfect version of yourself to the world.

Unboxing  ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Lite ZB553KL
5.5" Screen LTE 3GB + 32GB



In the Box :
  • ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite with Android™
  • ASUS ZenEar
  • Micro-USB cable
  • Ejector pin (SIM tray needle)
  • USB power adapter
  • Bumper Case
  • Documentation (user guide, warranty card)








Product tech Specs :

  • Display: 5.5-inch
  • IPS display 2.5D curved glass display
  • Processor: 64-bit Octa-Core Processor Snapdragon™ 430 @1.4Ghz with Adreno™ 505 GPU
  • Memory: 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage expandable via microSD up to 1TB (dedicated)
  • Main Camera: 13MP PixelMaster with LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 13MP f/2.0 PixelMaster with soft light LED Flash
  • Network: LTE Cat.4 (UL 50Mbps / DL 150Mbps)
  • Sim: Dual SIM, Dual Standby
  • Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
  • OS: ASUS ZenUI 4.0 (Android 7 Nougat)
  • Battery: 3000mAh battery
  • Other features: Fingerprint sensor

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite (Unboxing) 




Capture the perfect selfie and wefie with ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite

A 13MP Softlight selfie camera and ASUS SelfieMaster technology captures gorgeous selfie photos and videos with real-time beautification effects and lets you share them easily.



Whether you’re capturing a special moment with friends or are taking the perfect selfie, ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite helps you put your best face forward and show your true beauty to the world.

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite combines a 13MP front camera with a Softlight LED flash and live beautification features to capture stunning selfies with ease. The Softlight LED flash delivers the perfect amount of fill light, giving your selfies a softer look with true skin tones and a glowing complexion.



With ASUS SelfieMaster technology, you could instantly retouch your selfies, removing blemishes, balancing facial features, and more to create a flawless look.






Elegance in every detail

ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite is a true beauty with a metallic finish and glittering band that adds an artistic flair. With a visually frameless 2.5D curved glass display, ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite strikes the perfect balance between beauty and comfort. The metallic finished body comes with a concentric circle detailing around the rear camera lens that shimmers with a radiant luster when viewed from different angles. To match your unique style, ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite offers premium design in every detail, and comes in four gorgeous colors: Sunlight Gold, Rose Pink, Deepsea Black and Mint Green.



Efficiently powerful, effortlessly fast


ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite features a powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ processor that provides superb performance and power efficiency to let you capture selfies faster and keep you shooting longer. A fingerprint sensor on the front is perfectly positioned for the way you hold your phone and unlocks ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite in a fraction of a second, providing the perfect blend of security and convenience.



A special edition of ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Lite 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM is now Lazada Exclusive sale of only PHP 7,695.00.



June 9, 2018

BUM unveils its first-ever #BUMXPepsi Collaboration Collection

A beautiful collision of adventurous creations was presented yesterday, June 8, 2018 as the first-ever #BUMXPepsi Collaboration Collection Launch held at the Activity Area of Trinoma, Quezon City.



#BUMXPepsi is a collaborative, limited edition collection between the one of the most iconic global consumer brand—PEPSI and one of the country’s hottest streetwear retail brand—BUM. It promises to be a beautiful collision of adventurous creations that would surely suit the discriminating taste of today’s generation.

Indeed, the partnership will reflect BUM’s core silhouettes and trendy looks with Pepsi youthful appeal. The limited-edition line is all about self-expression and the ‘Live for Now’ moments.



#BUMXPepsi Limited Collection is based on the iconic color palette and logos of both brands—BUM and Pepsi; fused design elements and street style that can draw that youthful appeal. The line consists of t-shirts, jogger pants and shorts and outerwear, as well as caps and bags.










The collaborative capsule collection can now be purchase on BUM Boutiques and select department stores nationwide.


For more information visit, www.bumequipment.com.ph or follow BUM’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter–@officialbumph.




June 8, 2018

Globe brings 5G technology to the Philippines


Globe Telecom formally announced its fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology adoption in the Philippines, with the first 5G Globe At Home service to be commercially available by the second quarter of 2019.

The 5G network will boast of higher speeds, lower latency, and better capacity. This will enable Globe to deploy fixed wireless broadband at a fiber speed.




Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu said the 5G technology would enable Globe to use Air Fiber technology in relation to deployment of fixed wireless broadband that would benefit individual customers at home and business clients alike. “Air Fiber internet, which makes use of  fixed location wireless radios instead of fiber, could provide speeds ranging from 50 Mbps to 100 Mbps,” Cu added.

Globe will start rolling out 5G services commercially in the Philippines mid-2019.  “We have been preparing our network for sometime now with our existing vendor partners, including Huawei Technologies. We are happy to bring the Philippines in line with other countries that are early adopters of 5G.  Once again, we stay true to our commitment to bring first-world internet in the country,” Cu said.

Globe brings 5G technology to the Philippines. Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu (middle), together with Globe Chief Technology and Information Officer Gil Genio (right) and Huawei Southern Pacific Region Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer Lim Chee Siong (left), leads the launch of 5G.
The technology will also enable the company to go over the circuitous approval process of deploying a fiber optic cable, which involves multiple permits from local government units (LGUs). The right of process can sometimes take years to obtain delaying fiber optic roll-out completion.  

“We can bring internet to more homes by deploying 5G compared to a typical fiber optic roll-out,” Cu said.

Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu announces Globe to be among the 1st carriers to commercially rollout 5G services in the Philippines.


The 5G technology is expected to accelerate the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) in the country. Globe earlier announced said it is enabling its network by utilizing its spectrum assets particularly the 700-megahertz band.

Globe is currently piloting Narrow Band- Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology while enhancing its mobile data services. Due to its inherent advantage of long reach, this spectrum is ideal to support NB-IoT services.  NB-IoT is one of the three 3GPP standards-based low power wide area (LPWA) technologies developed to enable a wide range of new IoT devices and services. NB-IoT, as a standard, is more developed as compared to other defined 3GPP standards. Globe and Huawei are collaborating in this journey, ensuring network readiness to support these services.

The Globe network has one of the largest deployment of Massive MIMO (MM) in Asia as part of its strategic technology roadmap since 2016. MM is the fundamental radio access technology for 5G.




Globe has been spending over 31% of its annual total revenues to upgrade and expand its telecommunication and IT  infrastructure. For years, Globe has been ramping up its capital spend from P21.1 billion in 2012 to P36.7 billion in 2016 and P42.5 billion in 2017, in order to provide its subscribers of better broadband services. Globe recently disclosed that it will further accelerate its capital spend to over P43.5 billion this year.

Back in November 2015, Globe extended its partnership with Huawei, signing a five-year contract involving the planning and design of a wireless broadband network, as well as the creation of a wireless innovation center. Huawei was also the technology partner of Globe when it implemented a $700-million network modernization program that began in 2011.

Globe targets to roll out 5G Globe At Home Broadband plans by 2019. Globe Chief Technology and Information Officer Gil Genio (left) and Huawei Southern Pacific Region Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer Lim Chee Siong (right) join Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu (middle) in this major announcement.

Darren Espanto and TJ Monterde brought smiles to Cebuanos at the Vivo V9 Mall Tour Cebu leg

Darren Espanto, who just recently concluded his successful Unstoppable concert a few days ago, flew to Cebu to be with fans at the Vivo V9 Mall Tour last June 1. Singer/songwriter and fellow Vivo endorser TJ Monterde was also in the oldest city in the country last June 3 to make an appearance at the same Vivo event.




Darren Espanto 

Darren, a Vivo endorser, holds a Vivo V9 in his hand at the Vivo V9 Mall Tour at SM City Cebu last June 1.

The Cebuano fans flocked to SM City Cebu last June 1 where they were treated to songs by Darren who even greeted his fans from the Queen City of the South in the local Cebuano dialect. Darren sang his top-of-the-charts hits along with his own rendition of Dying Inside. Darren, who just turned seventeen, was even surprised by the Darrenatics—his own fan base—onstage with a cake to celebrate his birthday and fourth year in showbusiness.



Darren renders songs for his fans who flocked to the Vivo V9 Mall Tour at SM City Cebu last June 1.


TJ Monterde



TJ, a proud Vivo endorser, visits Cebu for the Vivo V9 Mall Tour held at SM City Cebu last June 3

TJ gives long-time girlfriend and fellow Vivo endorser KZ Tandingan a call before the audience at the Vivo V9 Mall Tour at SM City Cebu last June 3


The Vivo V9 Mall Tour at the SM City Cebu was well-received by the Cebuanos. Apart from the appearances made by Darren and TJ, the big-ticket brand also gifted fans and loyal Vivo users with premium Vivo items and even Vivo V9 smartphones at the special games held at the event. The Vivo V9 Mall Tour in Cebu was just one of a few more to happen in an effort to bring the brand and the V9 closer to the Filipinos in different places all over the country.



Vivo V9

The Vivo V9 is an artificial intelligence (AI) selfie camera with a 16 MP+5 MP dual-camera setup. Much like its predecessors, the V7 and V7+, the V9 also rocks a 24 MP selfie camera that comes with features like AI Face Beauty Natural Light, Studio Light, and Monochrome background which brings selfie-taking with the new Vivo smartphone several notches higher in the quality scale. Selfie-fans will also benefit in the ample phone display of the Vivo V9 as it could improve the overall composition of every photograph taken, with enhanced clarity and definition.




About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide. 

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines /), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.



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