Bounty Fresh Saucy ToriKaraage: a quick fix real meal for young professionals

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Today’s young professionals need not worry about having a real meal that is quick and easy to prepare. The country’s leading poultry brand, Bounty Fresh, launched its newest product, the Saucy ToriKaraage – a quick fix, 100% all-natural chicken meal.

Preparing a real meal is never easy. Just the amount of time and the number of steps involved is more than enough to overwhelm young professionals who have just arrived home from a long day at work.

With great focus on their career growth and passions, today’s young generation do not have the time to wait for meats to thaw, chop vegetables, and find the perfect mix of condiments. Food must be quick and easy to prepare, involving a maximum of three steps.

And that is all it takes to prepare the Saucy ToriKaraage – 7 to 8 minutes of cooking and it’s like having your favorite meal served.

Made with only the freshest chicken and with two flavourful variants to choose from – Teriyaki and Sweet and Sour – the Bounty Fresh Saucy ToriKaraage definitely meets the demands of young professionals and their fast-paced lifestyle. It’s an all-natural chicken meal that does not require complex preparations. 

The Bounty Fresh Saucy ToriKaraage is now available in leading supermarkets nationwide.

Lamoiyan Corporation helps students beat back to school blues

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Re-establishing routines and adapting to school hours are a few things that make going back to school a difficult transition for children. But for many kids, this is just a fraction of what they have to deal with when school season starts.

A medical check-up by the Department of Education Health and Nutrition of over 3 million public school students showed that 436,325 of them had pediculosis (head lice infestation), making it one of the leading health problems of public school students in the country.

Children are teased and bullied for having head lice, which is also a common cause for them to miss school. The stigma associated with having pediculosis can leave lasting damage to children’s psychological well-being and leave them isolated from their peers.

To raise awareness about head lice infestation issues, and to help combat health problems commonly faced by students, Lamoiyan Corporation partnered with the Department of Education (DepEd) and donated over 5,000 hygiene product packs to schools in Cebu City.

Kids celebrate being kuto-free

Marketing Director Bing Cavestany, Senior Marketing Associate Jacquiline Pe, and other Lamoiyan representatives were present during the Brigada Eskwela National Kick-off to help distribute packs of Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo, Hapee and Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste.

“This is an amazing opportunity for us to give back to schools and communities,” said Bing Cavestany, Marketing Director of Lamoiyan. “We believe in taking an active role in promoting health and education, so joining efforts like Brigada Eskwela is an important priority for Lamoiyan and our advocacy.”

As a part of its partnership with DepEd, Lamoiyan will also donate Licealiz and Hapee products to public schools in other regions across the country. “We look forward to continuing our partnership with DepEd and in working hand in hand with them in addressing health problems of school children in the country,” said Cavestany.

Pediculosis is a leading health problem in the country, but it is preventable with the right treatment. Avoid sharing combs, hats, pillows and other head ornaments and pieces of clothing that may lead to lice infestation. Keep your surroundings clean; head lice can live up to three days off the scalp and may attach themselves on upholstery, mattresses, and other pieces of furniture. And regularly check your children and family members for head lice with a suyod.

For more information on head lice prevention and treatment, visit www.facebook.com/licealiz.

Go wild stocking up on Ever Bilena products to win great prizes!

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P60,000 worth of cosmetics and prizes await at Make-Up Mania!

Buy more and win big as Ever Bilena, the country’s leading cosmetics brand, invites you to join Make-Up Mania – a raffle contest open to all Ever Bilena customers and ongoing exclusively at all Watsons Stores nationwide. 

Joining is easy! Simply purchase two items or more from any of the following participating Ever Bilena products: Ever Bilena Matte Two Way Cake, Ever Bilena Liquid Concealer, Ever Bilena Eyebrow Palette Pink and Brown, Ever Bilena Matic Brow and Eyeliner, Ever Bilena Matte Lipsticks, Ever Bilena Lip and Cheek Stain in Splash Red, EB Kleopatra Magic Lipstick, Evera Face Powder, Ever Bilena Luxe Lipstick, and EB Blend Me Sponge. Be sure to place all purchases in a single receipt.

Make sure to “like” Ever Bilena’s official Facebook page, www.facebook.com/everbilenacosmetics, and send them a personal message with a photo of your proof of purchase. Include your name, address, contact number, and Facebook account with the photo. Proof of purchase should be readable and clear. 

Once sent, you will receive a notification from an Ever Bilena representative indicating that your entry is valid. The more entries you submit, the more chances you have of winning. 

One lucky winner will take home a total of P60,000 worth Ever Bilena products, two nights hotel accommodation at Luxent Hotel, and two domestic roundtrip tickets from Air Asia. Two winners will receive P20,000 worth of Ever Bilena products with two buffet dinner at Luxent Hotel and shopping spree from Jewels. Ten winners will win P3,000 worth of Ever Bilena products. 

Entries will only be accepted until July 31, 2017, so start shopping for your favorite Ever Bilena make-up today!

Visit www.everbilena.com.ph and follow www.facebook.com/everbilenacosmetics to learn more and win! 

Bangkarera 2017 celebrates the value of sustainable Philippine seas

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The coastal city of Dumaguete was the site of the 2nd Pioneer National Bangkarera, as part of Republic Chemical Industries, Inc. (RCI)’s 60th anniversary celebration. From May 12 to May 14, 2017, thousands gathered along the city’s main thoroughfare, Rizal Boulevard, to catch the action as 40 teams of fishing boats made up of 144 entries from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao braved the challenging waters to register impressive times.  

The competition had four categories: the 16HP (Open Category), 7HP (Open Category), 7HP (Angat Sa Dagat Category) and the Paddle Boat (Open Category). 

John Spakowski II, RCI Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, said that they were “inspired about helping people with the way they do their living and at the same time use our products to protect and preserve the environment”. 

Republic Chemical Industries is the maker of Pioneer Epoxy bonds, paints and sealants. The race celebrates fishing as a dignified source of livelihood as well as display the high quality of Pioneer adhesives--the preferred brand of the fishermen-participants.

OCEAN CONSERVATION EFFORTS

As part of the festivities, Pioneer Adhesives Foundation, Inc. (PAFI), led by Executive Director Martina Spakowski, collaborated with the Siliman University Marine Labs to conduct the Reef Fix project in Dumaguete.

The Reef Fix project is part of “Our Earth, Our Responsibility”, PAFI’s environmental campaign that responds to the growing harmful effects of global warming on our environment. During the Reef Fix project in Dumaguete, 10 volunteer divers participated and dove into the sea of Siliman Beach to remove the damaging Drupella and Coralliophilia from the coral reef.

The project has also initiated activities to repair 4,600 corals as part of sustained efforts to protect marine sanctuaries in Puerto Princesa, Boracay, Alaminos and Dumaguete City to improve fish catch. Some 11,200 mangroves were also planted by about 1,815 volunteers.

RACE RESULTS

Teams from the Visayas and the host island of Negros dominated the score boards. Below are the final race results:

16HP (Open Category) 

Champion: Team Pirata of Iligan City (P110,000) 

2nd Place: Team Aranicole of Bulacan (P80,000)

3rd Place: Team Boracay (P50,000)

7HP (Open Category) 

Champion: Team Black Manta of Negros Occidental (P60,000) 

2nd Place: Team Overtime of Cebu (P30,000)

3rd Place: Team Cebu (P20,000)

7HP (Angat Sa Dagat Category) 

Champion: Team Cebu (P60,000)

2nd Place: Team Tamztroopers of Dipolog City (P30,000)

3rd Place: Manful Racing Team of Negros Occidental (P20,000)

Paddle Boat (Open Category)

Champion: Team Tamztroopers of Dipolog City (P30,000)

2nd Place: Poblacion Sibulan Team of Negros Occidental (P15,000) 

3rd Place: Zamboanguita Team of Negros Occidental (P10,000)

About RCI

Over the course of more than half a century, Republic Chemical Industries, Inc. (RCI) has established a reputation for trusted products and initiatives that help and support local communities in the Philippines.

New Excitements in Vertis North Quezon City: Leading Hotel Chain and the First Millennial Mall in the Philippines

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Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) brings two essentials to the Quezon City central business district, with newly opened projects—Seda Vertis North and Ayala Malls Vertis North, within its 30-hectare mastreplanned, mixed-use estate, Vertis North.

Two destinations essential to take the quality of life a notch higher in a city that’s already progressive—one that offers seamless hospitality at par with global standards and another that delivers a hip lifestyle experience that can make people feel more alive. 

Executives from the Ayala Land group provided an exclusive sneak peek on this newest estate through the launch of its first phase - Seda Vertis North & Ayala Malls Vertis North during the Estate Media Briefing held on June 21, 2017, at the Quezon 1 ballroom of Seda Hotel, Vertis North.

The developer of sustainable estates envisions Vertis North as turns 45 hectares of vast land in northern Metro Manila into a master planned, mixed-use, and sustainable development that nurtures, inspires, and energizes enterprise. It is a dynamic engine for growth that offers a diverse mix of retail, office, residential, hotel, and entertainment facilities. 

“As an enterprising city, Vertis North will be the home of Seda Vertis North and Ayala Malls Vertis North to fulfill the promise of developing a regional gateway to the north and a growth accelerator for every scale of business, among other things.” Jay Teodoro Head of Vertis North Estate .

Seda Vertis North features a total of 438 guestrooms, ranging from deluxe room, club room, suite and presidential suite. 

Ayala Malls Vertis, which caters to the millennial market, offers a total gross leasable area of 40,249 square meters.

The addition of the hotel and mall in the estate is a welcome complement to the rising residential towers in the area by ALI brands Alveo and Avida. 

“As an enterprising city, Vertis North will be the home of Seda Vertis North and Ayala Malls Vertis North to fulfill the promise of developing a regional gateway to the north and a growth accelerator for every scale of business, among other things.” According to, Jay Teodoro Head of Vertis North Estate.

Seda Vertis North: 

A Seamless Hotel Experience in Quezon City

Taking hospitality to new heights for the northern community, ALI introduces Seda Vertis North, the largest of its homegrown chain of hotels. 

Designed to be the hotel of choice in Quezon City, Seda Vertis North is a 24-story hotel development that features upscale facilities for business, leisure and social events. Combined with warm service following global standards of hospitality, it appeals to discerning foreign and local business and leisure travelers. 

“Seda Vertis North is thoughtfully designed and conceptualized to weave destination, service, and value into an exceptional hospitality experience that complements the district’s active atmosphere,” says Al Legaspi President and CEO of Ayala Hotels and Resorts Corp.

Being at the center of convergence, Seda Vertis North just a few steps away from lifestyle shopping malls such as Ayala Malls Vertis North and TriNoma. 

All of its 438 guestrooms, ranging from deluxe room, club room, premier room, suite, and presidential suite, are designed to provide the utmost hospitality and service guests deserve. Guests traveling for business or leisure can find everything they need to enjoy their stay with in-room amenities that include a 42-inch LED HDTV with cable channelsa complimentary WiFi and internet access, and a mini-bar, among others. 

A wide selection of gastronomic experiences will delight those with a penchant for good food. Among these are Misto, an all-day dining restaurant that offers a medley of international dishes and local favorites, a Chinese restaurant that serves universal favorites as well as signature specialties, and a rooftop bar that features a spectacular view of the city’s skyline. 

Other facilities and services include airport and city transfers, ballroom and meeting rooms, clinic, club lounge, gym, lifestyle manager assistance, parking, spa, swimming pool, valet and more.

Ayala Malls Vertis North introduces country’s first millenial mall

Leisure enhances people’s quality of life. Thus, ALI ensures that the pleasures of recreation and entertainment will make the community of Quezon City feel much more alive with Ayala Malls Vertis North.

“We’re proud to say that the Ayala Malls Vertis North is the first millennial shopping complex. It’s a hip-lifestyle community center designed for the northern community that is free-spirited, wired, and socially active,” explains Rowena Tomeldan Head of Ayala Malls. “It is a place of ultimate leisure and entertainment that fuses advanced technology with art and passion to create a series of exciting innovations.”

Since Ayala Malls Vertis North is positioned to be the trendsetter for modern fashion, food, and fun in Quezon City, new mall and shopping experiences are expected to happen here. These are done by introducing a mix of uniquely conceptualized anchors—Japan Town, Korean Town, and Urban Turf.

Mall-goers can experience the latest cutting-edge technologies such as holograms and augmented realities at the Japan Town, where dining and retail meet interaction and creativity. South Korea’s busy streets was brought to the mall through the Korean Town, an eccentrically-futuristic area that will feature Korean retail and dining concepts. Lastly, the Urban Turf is the home of food parks, start-up concepts, and techie entertainments for the most adventurous and experiential generation. It will be known as the go-to place of millennials. 

The mall is highlighted by retail giants such as H&M and Uniqlo together with an assortment of experiential dining venues all within a gross leasable area of approximately 40,249 sqm.

The Philippines’ largest movie screen with two private skyboxes and two other recliner seat cinemas provide a new level of film viewing experience. All three cinemas are equipped with top-of-the-line Dolby Atmos technology for the best graphics and sound systems.

Culinary experiences can also be more gratifying at the mall’s Green Strip, as it features an exceptionally-designed lush area with water features in between restaurants with alfresco dining and hip-fashion brands. 

Both Seda Vertis North and Ayala Malls Vertis North provide new lifestyle experiences and excitements to the northern community as well as nearby residents, office workers, and travelers. These are all anchored on ALI’s vision of creating innovative developments that endeavor to enhance the quality of life of Filipinos not only at present but well into the future.