Mercato Centrale‘s Chill And Grill is back to Paseo De Roxas with Tastemakers #TaraMercatoTayo

Tweet

Summer has finally arrived and Mercato Centrale is back for another month at Paseo De Roxas with the 2nd leg of Tastemakers.

The partnership between Mercato Centrale, Make-It-Makati and Imaginarium Creatives promises to bring Tastemakers up a level.

The Tastemakers event will be serving and showing its unique lineup of food merchants along Paseo De Roxas St. by the Ayala Triangle Gardens, respectively, closing the street to traffic on April 15-16, 2023 from 5:30PM to 12AM free admission. A short drive of Ayala Avenue, and Makati Avenue is where to find the venue.

Come and see food market giants cater to all your food cravings, best enjoyed with an ice-cold beer from Heineken while you gaze your eyes upon the vintage car selections from Vintage Cars Philippines.

El Chupacabra Salmon HQ

The Makati Street Meet will be held every month, Saturday to Sunday of every 1st Payday weekend. A few of their vendor partners to look out for, ranging from frozen cheesecakes, gourmet ulam, artisan coffee and sandwiches, cajun prawns and takoyaki are: Crave It, Tuna Town, Takoichi, Prawnstar PH, Karabella, El Chupacabra, Salmon HQ etc.

----------------------------------------------

ABOUT MERCATO CENTRALE

Mercato Centrale is a destination lifestyle food market that delivers a wide variety of great and unique tasting food, organic, pastry, and beverage products that are one-of-a-kind.

It was inspired by the vibrant food markets of Mercato Centrale in Italy, Boroughs market in London as well as the hawker-type market in the bustling night markets of Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand.

They incubated many great food concepts that have successfully 'graduated' from the market and have grown and became successful themselves, including Manang's Chicken, Mamalou's, Shawarma Bros, Brasas, Bawai's, Merry Moo, Sunrise Buckets, Tokyo Tempura and many more.

It was also the only food market in the Philippines mentioned in the World Atlas of Street Food published in 2017.

All of the vendors in their markets undergo a rigorous vetting process by participating in a 'Taste Test' regularly.

Moreover, Mercato Centrale together with the industry's top players has already developed a Restaurant Business Network— a network of strategic partners (mentorship, product development, food and equipment suppliers, HR, business permits, micro-financing and financial literacy, accounting and taxation, payment gateways, brand management, digital marketing, packaging and design, food safety and hygiene) that help food startup businesses become sustainable, successful and scalable.

Website: https://favorites.mercatocentrale.ph/

Spotify launches 2023 RADAR Philippines, amplifying Filipino artists and breaking down borders

Tweet

 

Spotify strengthens its ongoing commitment to Filipino music with the unveiling of the 2023 RADAR artists slate for the Philippines. The global audio platform’s line-up of artists includes fresh P-Pop groups Alamat, VXON, and G22, Hip-Hop trio PLAYERTWO and female artist DENȲ, R&B talent Illest Morena, breakthrough solo acts Paul Pablo, Kenaniah, and Paolo Sandejas, and RADAR returnees mrld, BINI, and KAIA. RADAR, Spotify’s global program that supports emerging artists by helping them reach new audiences, is now in its third year.

“The growth of RADAR is a testament to a global appetite for local music. From soloists to groups, P-Pop to Hip-Hop, each of these artists across genres have displayed such talent; where they have seen new fans beyond the Philippines! This is just the beginning, and we’re so excited to introduce all of them to a broader fan base through RADAR Philippines 2023,” said Kossy Ng, Head of Music Spotify Asia.

Witnessing the growth of local music, Alamat, an up-and-coming P-Pop group, expressed their pride, “This reflects the talent of Filipino artists, who continuously explore new sounds and styles. It is rewarding to be part of a cultural movement that is gaining traction not just in the Philippines, but also among international audiences.”

Spotify driving discovery of emerging Pinoy artists and local genres

Spotify shines a spotlight on local creators through its platform and programs, noting the increasing popularity of diverse music across the country. PLAYERTWO, a Hip-Hop group hailing from Davao, shared, “We incorporate our roots and background in our music through the themes and visuals of our projects, an example would be a snippet of Bisaya in the intro of our song ‘THAT'S MY BABY’.”

To empower artists at every stage of their careers, Spotify provides tools such as Spotify for Artists, where creators gain insight into their own music and fan base. “Spotify continues to be instrumental to our growth in many ways. From boosting awareness in different countries to empowering us to know our listeners better, we can connect with our listeners in a deeper way” continues PLAYERTWO.

Borderless access for Filipino artists

Pinoy artists are breaking through beyond the Philippine borders with the help of Spotify’s year-long playlisting, marketing initiatives, and borderless reach. In the past year, the RADAR Philippines recorded streams from 43 countries, promoting discovery of featured artists to listeners across the world.

Returning RADAR artist, mrld, saw a 160% increase in listeners in the past year, reaching international shores including U.S.A., India, and Malaysia. The singer-songwriter even broke through the top charts in Indonesia. “Spotify RADAR helps so many artists, including myself, to be heard by a lot of people. Through Spotify, my fans can connect with me and music in just a click.”

“I am grateful that we are part of RADAR, knowing that Spotify is one of the biggest audio streaming platforms. We look forward to releasing more songs, and hope that our supporters will keep on loving it and play it on repeat.” adds Alamat

Available both on Free and Premium, get to know these emerging Filipino artists through exclusive interviews and never-berfore-seen content on RADAR Philippines. From energetic hits like Boomerang, to groovy synth pop like Bahala Na, Spotify’s RADAR Philippines is this year’s mixtape on repeat!

Save the date: April 16 is Mang Inasal National Halo-Halo Blowout

Tweet

Mang Inasal, the country’s Grill Expert, is calling all halo-halo lovers to join the biggest Halo-Halo celebration this April 16 (Sunday) through the Mang Inasal National Halo-Halo Blowout happening at over 500 Mang Inasal stores nationwide.

As part of its year-long 20th anniversary celebration, the Mang Inasal National Halo-Halo Blowout will offer a ₱20 discount for the Mang Inasal Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Small, bringing down the price to only P49! The one-day promo will be available exclusively for dine-in and takeout.

“The Mang Inasal National Halo-Halo Blowout celebrates the Filipinos’ love for halo-halo and the special bonding moments of families and friends who enjoy it,” said Mang Inasal Business Unit Head Mike V. Castro. “On April 16, we invite all our customers to visit our stores and be delighted by the Mang Inasal Extra Creamy Halo-Halo. Solid na sa Sangkap, Extra Creamy pa kaya siguradong magugustuhan ito ng ating mga kababayan.”

For almost two decades now, Mang Inasal Extra Creamy Halo-Halo has been a favorite dessert among customers who consider it the best tasting halo-halo because of its creaminess. Aside from Extra Creamy Halo-Halo, Mang Inasal also offers Crema de Leche Halo-Halo.

Don’t miss the Mang Inasal National Halo-Halo Blowout this April 16 and celebrate a “Mas Macrema” summer at all Mang Inasal stores across the country.

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!

HONOR to open first experience store in SM Fairview on April 15

Tweet

Win an HONOR smartphone, get a chance to meet Sanya Lopez, and have a first look at the Limited Edition HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black!

Viral phone brand, HONOR Philippines, has announced another big milestone with the opening of its first-ever experience store in SM Fairview, 3/F Cyberzone on April 15, 2023. In celebration of this feat, HONOR will throw exclusive offers, exciting prizes up for grabs, and a chance to meet HONOR star and GMA Artist, Sanya Lopez.

“The long wait is finally over! HONOR fans have asked for it and we heard them loud and clear. We are proud to share that our first-ever experience store in SM Fairview will open its doors to consumers starting April 15,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President. “And we will not stop there. In our pursuit to provide the best service to our consumers, expect more stores to be opened nationwide,” Cheng continued.

The opening of HONOR’s first experience store in the Philippines is the perfect opportunity for interested buyers to experience first-hand the existing offers of the leading smart device provider. From its top-of-the-line smartphones – HONOR X, H, and Magic Series – to its other dependable devices – HONOR MagicBook X Laptops, HONOR Pad 8, and HONOR smartwatches, quality technology has now become more accessible to more people.

Due to popular demand, the Limited Edition HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black will also be launched during the store opening. This crowd-favorite sports a 120Hz Premium OLED Curved Display bringing users a large screen with an impressive screen-to-body ratio. HONOR X9a 5G has an impressive 64 MP Super Triple Camera and a 2-Day Battery Life.

For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

917Ventures’ launches new revolutionary real estate marketplace Housify Fast-growing platform offers vetted listings, white glove service

Tweet

Globe’s wholly-owned corporate venture builder 917Ventures has launched Housify, a revolutionary real estate marketplace that instantly matches property buyers with trusted listings through verified sellers, a seamless inquiry process, and an easy-to-use website.

"We aim to make the property buying experience hassle-free for Filipinos and provide an avenue where buyers can conveniently search for properties that match their preferences and budget. We offer both brokers and buyers a high level of service, and those looking to invest in property will have peace of mind as we are the only Philippine marketplace with a roster of vetted sellers,” said Ina Gervacio, Housify Entrepreneur in Residence, who shared her thoughts about the platform's mission.

Housify caters to various segments of property buyers, including working millennials looking for condos in central business districts, families searching for their dream homes, and investors exploring vacant lots in nearby provinces. 

What sets the company apart from other real estate marketplaces is its no-duplicate policy, which ensures that listings are served on a first-come, first-served basis.

Within a short span of two months, Housify has successfully partnered with 95 brokerage firms and sellers, adding more than 2,000 verified listings to its database. Ayala Land, Alveo Land, Property Plus, Sui Realty, Presello, and Ledesma Properties are some renowned brokerage firms that have already joined forces with Housify.

Housify is committed to expanding its reach and is actively seeking to partner with more brokerage firms in the coming months to further scale its operations.

To find the perfect property on Housify, users may browse the platform's listings on www.housify.ph/properties and use the filter function to streamline preferences. Once the property is selected, users can fill out their basic information such as name, email address and contact number, and wait for the in-house specialist to contact them within 24-48 hours.

Housify also provides a cost-effective solution for brokers and property sellers as they can list their properties for free without any upfront cost. They will only be charged once they avail of marketing services and generate a minimum of three leads per month.

Housify is currently offering free property listing postings until April 30, 2023.  Those who want to take advantage of the platform's services may fill out their details at https://bit.ly/HousifySellerPromo.

For inquiries about partnerships with the platform, interested parties may email partnerships@housify.ph.

For more information on Housify and its services, visit www.housify.ph/properties,  send a message on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HousifyPhilippines,  or email  info@housify.ph.