Get more rewards when you pay via cash or credit card : Say bye to July with as much as P2650 in cashback and more amazing perks from PayMaya!

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The rainy season is here and with it comes a deluge of discounts, cashback, and other perks as the leading digital financial wallet and app PayMaya brings more amazing surprises to all account holders every time they pay using their PayMaya account. From today until July 31, you can get up to a total of P2,650 in cashback when you pay your purchases with their PayMaya account!

“With all of these perks and rewards, it’s time to leave your wallet at home because paying using your PayMaya account today brings you even more value than cash or your credit card! PayMaya is not just convenient, it also offers you the best cashback deals and discounts for all the things you have to pay every day–whether it’s shopping online, buying load, or paying at the supermarket,” said Raymund Villanueva, Head of Growth and Marketing at PayMaya. 

Until July 31, PayMaya account holders can enjoy the following perks and discounts for every transaction: 

• Get up to 100% cashback every time you buy load (max. P200) in the PayMaya Shop so you can keep calling and texting your friends and family 
• Buy discounted Mobile Legends: Bang Bang gaming pins and get up to 100% cashback on all gaming pins (max. P200) for all-day power-ups for your games 
• Get P300 cashback when you shop online with your PayMaya card (min. P3,000 single transaction) so you can snag the latest deals on your favorite e-Commerce sites 
• Get P150 cashback when you send money of at least P3,000 to another PayMaya user so you can easily send money to friends and family 
• Get up to P1000 cashback whenever they pay using PayMaya QR at any partner merchants (for upgraded accounts) for more value each time you shop 

And from July 29 to 31, PayMaya is multiplying the fun as users can get double the cashback on QR purchases (max. P500), which means double the savings on every purchase so you can splurge on that gadget accessory or cute dress you’ve seen in the mall.*

What’s more, qualified users who pay their bills with PayMaya can also have the chance to earn as much as P200 cashback for two bills paid from July 29 to 31.

Not yet a PayMaya account holder? Signing up for one is easy. Simply download the PayMaya app on the Play Store and the App Store and sign up using your mobile number. 

Get started on transacting by instantly adding money to your account through more than 30 bank partners via Instapay, or through the more than 40,000 PayMaya Add Money channels nationwide that include Smart Padala by PayMaya centers, Smart stores, Bayad Center, SM Business Center, Robinsons Business Center, Gaisano Capital Business Center, 7-Eleven, ExpressPay, Palawan Pawnshop, Cebuana Lhuillier, RD Pawnshop, Shopwise, Wellcome, UnionBank ATMs, BDO, Metrobank, RCBC, iBayad, ECPay, VMobile and Touchpay, eTAP & Pay&Go Kiosks, among many others.

PayMaya, the digital financial services arm of Voyager Innovations, is the only FinTech company in the Philippines offering integrated consumer and merchant payment solutions with the widest on-ground branch network. It is the first to give millions of Filipinos an e-wallet that allows them to pay cashless transactions at any time of the day, anywhere in the world, and from any device.

To know more how you can maximize your PayMaya account, visit paymaya.com/deals or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

"The world is better when we come together, through Chicken." - -- Max's Restaurant

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Max’s Restaurant’s newest installment of its ‘Every Kind of Family’ campaign features ‘Rise Up’ takes an unexpected twist of celebrating Max’s 74 years anniversary. 

'Rise Up"

Can you imagine a world where the sun doesn’t shine? A life where we must aimlessly walk blind with nothing but darkness to guide us? 

This may sound like a dystopian, post-apocalyptic scenario, but in ‘Rise Up,’ Max’s Restaurant’s newest installment of its ‘Every Kind of Family’ campaign, it is a far lighter take; one on kindness, respect, collaboration, and working together for the good of everyone.

Max’s history of compelling storytelling was recently recognized by the prestigious Asia-Pacific Tambuli Awards as the Advertiser of the Year for coming up with ‘End Alienation,’ which highlights our intrinsic need to belong. This was then followed by ‘Resolutions,’ which proves it’s possible to unite and come together as a family despite our differences. 

Now, ‘Rise Up’ takes an unexpected twist of celebrating Max’s 74 years of proud existence – its Sarap-To-The-Bones® chicken and how it brings everyone from different walks of life together and foster life-long relationships.

“One of the things our fans have come to love about the brand is our out-of-this-world sense of humor and our belief in seeing the best in people,” shares Max’s Restaurant Chief Operating Officer Paolo Serrano. “With ‘Rise Up,’ we played to these strengths to give people a fresher take on Max’s Restaurant and our message.”

For Serrano, animation and quirky tone aside, ‘Rise Up’ gets to the heart of Max’s Restaurant as an institution; more than The House That Fried Chicken Built, it has also been a place where people of different ages, backgrounds, and beliefs have come together for over seven decades. 

“Max’s has always been a place where people come together for something greater and more meaningful than themselves,” notes Serrano. “Whether it’s celebrating a child’s first birthday, the start of a marriage, or a young adult getting their degree, Max’s has always been that place for people. We have always seen ourselves as part of the communities we are in. It’s also been a place where people passionate about good food, great service, and love of sustainable local cuisine have come together.”

“Having Max’s be a part of our fans’ lives has meant a lot to us, and as a gesture of appreciation, we’re now making it easier for everyone to come together at Max’s with our Rewards Card,”  adds Serrano,

With a minimum single-receipt food purchase of PHP1,000 which automatically entitles guests with one card, Every Kind of Family can have all the more memorable dining experiences Every Day to the Max.

This latest must-have allows cardholders an outright 10% discount starting at PHP500 to PHP10,000 food purchase. Even better, card owners can avail a free Max’s Best Plate anytime, seven days before or after their birthday. 

This special set is where all the best of Max’s come together, like Fried Chicken, Lumpiang Shanghai, Pancit Canton, Max’s Tofu or Chicken Skin, Sweet Kamote Fries, Rice, and a Caramel Bar.

Coming together doesn’t stop there because on July 31, starting 12PM, Max’s is also having another round of Chicken All-You-Can. Make sure to gather your friends, families, or even someone you just met and get your hands on unlimited Max’s Fried Chicken, Soup of the Day, Soft Drinks, and Rice for only PHP399.

Indeed, the world is better when we come together, especially if the heart of each get-together is at Max’s Restaurant, enjoying a plate of Sarap-To-The-Bones® Fried Chicken.

To watch Max’s latest film and find more information about the Rewards Card and Chicken All-You-Can, visit Max’s Facebook page.

City of Dreams Manila unveils Melco Club, the new brand of its Rewards Program

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Set to deliver bolder perks and privileges, City of Dreams Manila is unveiling on July 22 Melco Club, a new loyalty program, replacing Dream Rewards. 

A bigger and better rewards program, Melco Club offers members Melco Points that will provide them access to a multitude of benefits at City of Dreams Manila. Members gain more Melco Points with every spend within City of Dreams Manila and can earn their way to greater rewards, ascending from Sapphire to Gold, Pearl, Jade, Phoenix and on to Dragon membership.

Members can redeem rewards such as a complimentary stay at Nuwa Manila, Forbes Travel Guide’s (FTG) Five Star Awardee and one of the World’s Most Luxurious Hotels, or at FTG Four Star Awardee Nobu Hotel Manila; food and beverage credits and discounts at any of the 20 restaurants on property including signature restaurants Nobu Manila, Crystal Dragon and Red Ginger; access to shopping at featured cosmopolitan lifestyle brands at The Shops at the Boulevard; and tickets at DreamPlay and The Garage’s VR Zone.

Current Dream Rewards members can update their account information and change their membership cards into Melco Club cards for free starting July 22 at the Melco Club Activation booths at the Main Lobby, Ground Floor and Upper Ground. Registration for new members is also for free and open to interested individuals who are at least 21 years old.

In celebration of Melco Club’s unveiling, guests who sign up for membership and Dream Rewards members updating their card to Melco Club from July 22 to 26 will receive an updated “Membership Benefits and Privileges Kit” and a limited-edition Melco Club jacket or t-shirt, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Moreover, during the same period, members who earn 1,000 Melco points will get 1,000 free play, which can be redeemed until July 27. Members will also get perks from participating retail shops & restaurants during launch week.

For more information, download the Melco Club App. For inquiries, call 800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.comor visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com.

Sit back and unwind this July at Midas Hotel and Casino : Enjoy a restful staycation with re-energizing room and dining pro

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Taking care of one’s self should always be a priority, especially now that the rainy season has come. Although the rain has arrived and may have dampened the spirits of some, Midas Hotel and Casino gives everyone a chance to re-energize with its comforting room and restaurant promos this July.

Recharge the mind, body and spirit with your family or friends by booking in a Deluxe Room for only Php5,200 nett or the Executive Room for only Php6,200 nett. Get a complimentary buffet breakfast for two (2) and a free scheduled shuttle ride to the nearby mall. Plus, get your choice of a Minibar On the Go Package you can share with your crew or Php500 dining credits you can use when you dine in any of the hotel’s restaurant outlets. Offer is valid from July 1-31, 2019 only.

Whether you’re going on a staycation or just dropping by, treat yourself or your crew and go for a sumptuous weekday lunch and dinner at Midas Café’s buffet for only Php1,200 nett. If you’re going on a weekend, opt for a delectable Japanese lunch and dinner at Yanagi Japanese Restaurant for only Php1,500 nett. Stay a little while and have an afternoon tea for a relaxing me-time at the Sunset Lounge. The Sunset Lounge offers tasty afternoon treats daily, for only Php550 nett per person, from 3 pm to 6 pm. For more details on rooms and dining promos, call 902-0100 local 8108 for rooms and 8198 for restaurants.

Recommend Midas Hotel’s corporate meeting venues to your boss and host a quick team-building session with your workmates to power up your business for only Php1,300 nett per person – this rate includes morning snack, plated lunch and afternoon snack. For only Php1,500 nett per person, meeting attendees will enjoy a morning snack, a buffet lunch and an afternoon snack. All these are available for a minimum of 30 persons.

If you’re celebrating a special occasion soon, it’s definitely time to make lasting memories with friends and families at Midas Hotel! Delight your loved ones with exquisite food and top-notch service, whether it’s a lunch or dinner party, for only Php1,100 nett per person for a minimum of 30 persons. For banquet inquiries, call 902.0100 local 8257 and 8254.

Finally, since you’ve been working hard and it’s already the mid-year, it’s time to reward yourself with a Midas Royale Club (MRC) card for only Php8,000 and get Php25,000 worth of room and dining privileges, especially if you find yourself going back to Midas Hotel and Casino. MRC offers cardholders exciting discounts and exclusive perks that can be availed all-year round. 

For more information, call 902-0100 local 8232 or email membership@midashotelandcasino.com.

Healthy Lifestyle: Creative and easy ways to eat more green

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Healthy lifestyle is the best thing we can maintain to be fit and always active and enjoying life.

While we all know that eating more veggies is good for our health, finding fresh ways to incorporate it in our meals isn’t easy. 

That is why Swedish appliance brand Electrolux is here to share some creative and flavorful ways to add more greens to your diet. 

Grow and glow with Green Smoothies

Green smoothies are ideal for breakfast as blended vegetables retain more of their fiber content, making you feel full for longer.

Kickstart your day with Kimberly Snyder’s Glowing Green Smoothie, packed with lots of greens, and fruit to help balance that “green taste”. First, core and slice the apple and pear. Combine the romaine lettuce with the cold, filtered water and begin processing on low.Next, add the apple and pear slices, celery, fresh spinach, and banana. Lastly, add the juice of the lemon, ice, and blend until smooth. Enjoy! 

Spiralized veggies

Enjoy your pasta days the healthier way by swapping your traditional noodles with veggie noodles. Try this Raw Vegan Creamy Zoodle recipe - start by soaking 1 cup of the dry roasted peanuts in water for 30 mins then drain it and bring it to a blend until creamy with coconut milk and extra-virgin olive oil. Season it with Himalayan rock salt and ground black pepper to taste. 

Then with a spiralizer, shred your zucchini into noodles (you can also use sweet potato, carrot or cucumber). Chop up the remaining dry roasted peanuts. Toss your zoodles into a large bowl and dress it with the sauce. Add cherry tomatoes, top it off with the chopped peanuts, then stir it all together. You can refrigerate it until ready to serve or you can enjoy it immediately!

Bring in the Indian twist

From cauliflower rice to cauliflower crust pizzas, this versatile and palatable produce seems to have no limit to its culinary potential. Another way to enjoy this powerhouse vegetable is to use it in a curry – bring an Indian flavor to your table this Cauliflower Mushroom Curry. 

For the masala, sauté the medium slices of onions, tomato, garlic, and the ginger for 5 minutes. Allow it to cool and take it in a blender and add salt, granulated sugar, and chili powder. Blend until it reaches its paste-like consistency. For the curry, sauté the remaining onion. Once cooked, add mushroom and cauliflower and sauté for 10mins. Add the sauce and simmer for 10-15 mins until the curry reaches the desire consistency. 

Healthy Sides

Macaroni salad is a typical deli side dish served in potlucks, picnics and other get togethers. Give it a healthier twist by dishing up a Vegan Macaroni Salad. 

For the dressing, whisk together the vegan mayo and unsweetened almond milk, dill pickle, pickle juice, fresh dill, lemon juice, granulated sugar, yellow mustard, sriracha, sea salt, paprika, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to use. Then in a large bowl, combine cooled elbow macaroni with the dressing. Add the broccoli florets, carrot, celery, scallion, red bell pepper, and smoked tofu, and stir well. For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until chilled, before serving.Serve and enjoy!

Healthy meals start with fresh ingredients and to helpkeep your produce fresh, Electrolux has also recently launched its latest line of NutriFresh™refrigerators.The new Electrolux NutriFresh™ Inverter French Door Refrigerator with FlexFresh (EHE6879A-BPH) has a feature that allows you to go from chilling meat and fish to cooking them in minutes, along with other features to keep food fresh.. 

To keep meat and fish fresh many people resort to deep freezing but this Electrolux refrigerator comes with the UltraChill setting at -2°C which keeps items very cold but not frozen. This helps to preserve the texture of your food for longer and reduces the need to defrost. 

Different food types require unique storage conditions to stay fresh. This refrigerator comes with the FlexFresh drawer, an optimal storage compartment with five temperature settings (-23°C to +7°C), that enables you to store a wide array of food – from deli meats to seafood - at the right temperature to help them stay fresh. It also comes with the TasteLock Crisper with AutoHumidity Control, whichautomatically adjusts humidity levels depending on the contents of the drawer and releases excess moisture from the compartment to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh for up to 7 days.

A TwinTech Cooling System cools the fridge and freezer compartments separately, so food stays fresher and odours don't mix.

Another refrigerator designed to keep produce fresh for up to 7 days is the Electrolux NutriFresh™Inverter Top Freezer Refrigerator (ETB5400B-A-RPH). It comes with the TasteLock Crisper with NutriPlus™ filter, which creates a humid environment with optimal Vitamin C levels to lock in nutrients for longer, keeping your fruit and vegetables bursting with vitamins. It also has 360 Cooling which cools each individual shelf to maintain a stable temperature throughout the entire fridge. It not just prolongs your food’s freshness but also makes it tastier.

For keeping your meat and fish delicious, it has an enclosed Chill Room shelf that maintains optimal temperature in prime condition for longer. This refrigerator also comes with TasteGuard that eliminates 99.8% of bacteria for a cleaner, more hygienic fridge, and free from unwanted odour. 

To get the full recipes of these dishes, download the Electrolux Life app on the App Store or Google Play store and click the ‘Recipe Finder Powered by SideChef’ within the app to access thousands of global recipes from SideChef’s database.

For more information on Electrolux and its products, please visit www.electrolux.com.ph and follow @ElectroluxPhilippines on Facebook and Instagram.