Robinsons Supermarket’s “Eat the Rainbow” Promo

     After eating all the bad calories last holiday season, it's time to eat the good ones now. If you're new year's resolution is to start eating healthy and staying fit, balanced nutrition is should be your number one priority. Good news to all shoppers who want eat right and be healthy all year round.

     Start the year right with Robinsons Supermarket’s “Eat the Rainbow” promo from January 1-31, 2016. Promo features different bundled fruits and vegetables every day priced at Php99.00 only. The promo aims to encourage more consumers to add color to their daily diet.

Robinsons Supermarket’s “Eat the Rainbow” Promo

Iron Man Experience at Hong Kong Disneyland

     Disney Parks’ first Marvel-themed ride, Iron Man Experience, made its grand debut last January 11 at Hong Kong Disneyland. The experience calls on all boys and girls and men and women, both young and young-at-heart, to team up with families and friends and unleash the Super Hero within in a high-flying adventure alongside Iron Man. 

     Eminent innovator and pioneer Tony Stark staged the spectacular Stark Expo in Tomorrowland to take guests on an adventure, starting with closely examining innovations old and new from Stark Industries. There are opportunities to meet Iron Man in person during the adventure, and to try on the Iron Man armor virtually. The grand finale is boarding a special Expo-edition Iron Wing flight vehicle and flying alongside Iron Man in the Hong Kong sky for a panoramic view of the innovatively-powered Hong Kong Stark Tower, but be prepared for a battle against the evil forces of Hydra in the immersive multi-sensory motion experience. 

Iron Man Experience at Hong Kong Disneyland

Casa Italia Christmas Flavors

      Celebrate Christmas with Casa Italia's New Gelati flavors that I'm sure will make your gelato loving palate really happy! These new flavors from Casa Italia will be available for a limited time only so don't miss the chance to have a taste of Casa Italia's Christmas concoctions.

     True gelato lovers are in for a treat as Casa Italia introduces flavors that capture the essence of Christmas. Casa Italia's gelatos are made with only the most premium and natural ingredients without artificial flavors, chemicals, colorants or preservatives. See the flavors below ;)

Casa Italia Christmas Flavors

BAYO Style Harvest 2016 Collection- A Playful Holiday

     Hello dearies! I'm sure you are all excited to attend Christmas parties and reunions as the merriest season of the year is just around the corner. Christmas is fast approaching and it is indeed that time of the year to wear this season’s festive colors through Bayo’s 2016 Holiday Collection, featuring warm, playful and trendy pieces.

     Inspired by classic children’s toys such as yoyos, slinkys, pick-up sticks, building blocks, puzzles, and toy soldiers, this year’s holiday collection is titled Style Harvest: A Playful Holiday. Scroll down and see some of the pieces from the collection now!

BAYO Style Harvest 2016 Collection- A Playful Holiday

Style Harvest: A Playful Holiday

     This collection for holiday 2016 showcases pieces with flattering silhouettes, cuts, and prints that will surely take every Filipina down the memory lane. 

BAYO Style Harvest 2016 Collection- A Playful Holiday

     With timeless pieces such as tops, pants, skirts, and dresses, the latest collection features cheerful Christmas colors—mainly blues, reds, yellows and greens.

     Anna Lagon, Bayo’s creative director, said the team was inspired to create a collection that would bring out fun memories of childhood and that its holiday line of Style Harvest is memoir to every adult and young adults’ Christmas.

“We literally had a playful time while working on the various pieces along with the unique artworks, inspired by the iconic toys we have chosen; it did bring out the child in us. After all, this season, is the happiest time of the year not only for the young, but also for the young at heart,” Lagon said. 

     Bayo’s color palette was based on happy hues and shades that complement the season. “Design sensibilities remain classic and elegant, which are all consistent with what Bayo is all about” Lagon said.

BAYO Style Harvest 2016 Collection- A Playful Holiday

     This year, Bayo is partnering with KIDS 4 Others (Kids in Dedicated Service 4 Others) to celebrate the season of giving. Part of the proceeds from this collection will go to the Concordia Children’s Services and Gentle Hands Inc.

     Style Harvest is a collaborative brand of Bayo launched in 2013 promoting Filipino creativity. This brand also aims at helping communities and organizations by sponsoring projects that help cultivate Filipino talent and ingenuity.

     Last year, Bayo collaborated with the Tourism Office of Pampanga that invoked the Filipino Christmas tradition by taking inspiration from the parols made by the artisans of San Fernando Pampanga. Bayo also made partnership with Virlanie Foundation, Inc. to support its mission to help less fortunate children. Both organizations foster the love for the Filipino and its heritage.

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Disney and Globe launch Disney Princess: I Dare to Dream

     Hello dearies! Do you have a little sister, daughter, or niece who dreams of becoming a princess? In one way or another, girls all over the world have seen themselves as a Disney Princess. Disney Princesses are an inspiration to most and inspire young girls to dare to dream big and make it a reality.

     Inspired by the empowering values of Disney Princesses, in association with Globe, a first-of-its-kind, digital reality-series comes to life with Disney Princess: I Dare to Dream. The producers are calling on all girls aged 9 to 16 years old to join the open auditions to be one of the six that will be chosen for the show. Read more after the jump!

Disney and Globe launch Disney Princess: I Dare to Dream

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila

     I've been to KidZania thrice and the feeling is always awesome. I also get to learn while waiting for Kenzo outside the play area. There were times that I want to join the misters and misses in the role play activity because it's really fun and exciting inside the rooms.

     Great news as big adventure knocks on the doors of KidZania Manila, as moms, dads, siblings, and grandparents embrace the fun and learning with “Weekends are for Family.” See schedule of activities for the month of October below :)

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
Ms. Maricel Pangilinan- Arenas with Gerald Anderson

     Since the program started in August, Saturdays and Sundays hit a new level of excitement as the play city rolls out various fun activities. Families enjoyed a special performance by the cast of Repertory Philippines’ Hansel and Gretel, which delighted the young and young-at-heart alike. Those who missed this treat should not worry, as the talented thespians will be back to present a sneak preview of the well-loved book, A Little Princess on October 22, 5:30 p.m. at the Main Square. Families will also get to enjoy a meet-and-greet session with the stars of the play right after.

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
It's Hansel and Gretel

     The all-new “Weekends are for Family” program aims to get everyone involved trying roles at select establishments at the play city. Side-by-side, family members can unleash their inner dreamers and enjoy the various jobs in KidZania Manila. Misters and misses have to decide which way they’re going, with fun set out in all directions. They can assist mom and dad, grandpa and grandma in exploring job openings in the play city. 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
9 Works Performance

     The play city also played host to a vibrant mix of performers from the G-Force, Halili-Cruz School of Ballet, UP Street Dance Club, 9 Works Theatrical (with actors George Schulze, Becca Coates, and Mitzie Lao), and the talented finalists of The Voice Kids (Season 3). 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
G-Force teaching kids how to dance

     While the future artists at KidZania Manila busied themselves with their fellow creatives, the up-and-coming scientists tested their theories with Mad Science Philippines. Curious misters and misses used the Main Square as an open laboratory to cook up their next experiment. 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila

     KidZania Manila has packed even more exciting activities for families and friends for the last months of the year. 

“Weekends are for Family” program line-up of activities

• KidZania Manila is presenting its first Book Fair this coming October 8 and 9 with National Book Store and ABS-CBN Publishing. Discounts and activities await families. 
• On October 15 and 16, there will also be a Lego Building Competition in two categories: one for misters and misses 7 to 10 years old, and another for those between 11 and 14 years old. The competition will held be in the afternoons and will require sign-ups at the Main Square. 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila

The Voice Kids with paZZports

Halloween at Kidzania Manila

• Adults will also get to be kids again with the first Big Kids’ Night on October 21, 2016. 
• This fun-filled event is open to adults 18 years old and above. 
• Watch for the Treasure Trove surprise for CitiZens (KidZania paZZport holders) this coming Halloween, October 28 to 31. 
• Stand by for announcements on KidZania Manila’s website, manila.kidzania.com or follow KidZania Manila on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

     The excitement doesn’t stop there! Starting October 16 until December 18, families will get to experience Zuper Sundays—this promises eight hours of playtime, from 9AM to 5PM. They can also choose to go on Saturdays, during the morning shift (9AM to 2PM), or the afternoon session (3 to 8PM). 

     Weekends have never been this fun for the whole family! Rediscover a world of learning at KidZania Manila! The city is also open on weekdays, from 9AM to 4PM.

For tickets and more information, including planning your holiday schedule in advance, visit manila.kidzania.com.

Bounty Fresh Giant Chicken

     I saw a big chicken on the top of one building in Magallanes last week and that humongous animal made me smile. It's really big but it's not real because it's just an inflatable chicken. This installation is a head-turner because I've noticed that some passengers inside MRT laugh secretly and had a smile on their faces after seeing that big chicken from afar.

     Traversing the usual EDSA traffic can easily turn travel into an irritating driving experience. And as the sea of red lights becomes the highlight of the day, motorists can’t help but to look for something that could ease their frustration. EDSA fixtures that have people smiling as they drive by are giant, inflatable chicken installations courtesy of Bounty Fresh. 

Bounty Fresh Giant Chicken
One of Bounty Fresh’s giant chicken installations located at EDSA-Magallanes (south bound) has brought smiles to motorists.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

     The best way to end the day is to chill with best buds, loved ones, and friends over good food and drinks. I know a place where you can sit back and relax- Casa Italia! Happy hour is made more delicious and homey because of delicious authentic Italian fare.

     Fans of Casa Italia’s signature gelato are sure to love its After Dark series, a lineup of flavors spiked with liquor. Made with all-natural ingredients and infused with premium alcohol, it is a party in every scoop. See more of Casa Italia After Dark offerings below :)

Casa Italia After Dark Series

After dark drinks:

1. Ocean Dreams

• Cravings for piña colada are satisfied by this drink.
• Containing 4% alcohol, this tropical sorbet captures seaside getaways lounging with a concoction of pineapple, coconut cream, and white and dark rum. 
• Tempting taste buds is Night Eire (6% alcohol), coffee gelato infused with Bailey’s Irish Cream. 

2. Berry Bite 

• This drink with (4% alcohol) is the perfect combination of juicy blackberries and red wine—a rich, velvety flavor that brings to mind luxurious wine vacations in Italy. 
• Those who prefer smooth white wine can toast to Tipsy Pink (5% alcohol), which partners the crisp drink with luscious strawberry. 

3. Beers

• Casa Italia’s cool vibe is complemented by its array of beer, always served cold and priced less compared to neighboring bars, giving more bang for one’s buck. 
• Cooling down with the crew can also be all-night parties, as the restaurant serves local beer on a buy-one, take-one promo from 7:00PM until the restaurant closes at 1:00 AM. Local craft beers are also available.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

     Celebrate festival of flavors by complementing Casa Italia’s spirited selection of treats like the new artisanal pizza variants, filled with prime ingredients that can’t be topped.

1. Exclusively available at the Bonifacio Global City branch are the Shrimp & Caviar Pizza, topped with shrimp, caviar, and arugula, and Smoked Salmon Pizza, which is piled with slices of smoked salmon.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

2. Meant for serious meat lovers is the Amante di Carne, which is served only at the SM North EDSA branch. A hearty mix of pepperoni, Italian sausage, ground beef, and ham, this pizza satisfies in every bite.

Casa Italia After Dark Series
Amante Di Carne

3. The Capricciosa Pizza has bell peppers, onions, mushroom, pepperoni, Italian sausage, bacon, ground beef, ham, and black olives served on a bed of creamy mozzarella cheese.

Casa Italia After Dark SeriesCapricciosa Pizza

     Whether you’re in the mood to celebrate or looking for a picker upper, take “happy hour” on a whole new level at Casa Italia, and savor great Italian food made from honest, fresh ingredients.

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Harringtons Lifestyle Auction

     Do you have a penchant for unique furniture? I presume that if you love unique art pieces, you will be delighted to have a piece or two displayed in your abode. Have you heard of Harringtons? It's my first time to hear the word but after googling it I found out that it is one of the best kept secrets in the South for unique furniture and art lovers who simply cannot resist a good hunt for pre-loved furnishings, one of a kind collectibles and antiques. 

     A little over two years since its inception, Harrington’s has risen to become one of the most trusted premier Lifestyle Showroom and Auction House in the Philippines. Continuing the tradition of HMR Auction Services, a pioneer of the Philippine auctioneering industry for over two decades, a group of elite auctioneers from Melbourne Australia, collaborated to create the Harringtons Lifestyle Auction and Showroom.  Excited to know more about Harringtons? Read this now to know more about the details of the upcoming auction below :)

Harrington Lifestyle Auction

     Discerning buyers and bidders—who are usually avid collectors searching for beautiful and rare purchases—are treated to an auction with a relaxed welcoming vibe in a 650-sqm gallery and showroom maintained by a team devoted to giving quality and value for money for both the home enthusiast and avid collector. 

     Harringtons next highly anticipated auction of exquisite European furniture will take place in July 09, 2016 at 2:00 o’clock pm Preview and Registration is ongoing. What’s even more exciting is that you don’t have to wait until then to get your hands on rare pieces to add to your home because Harringtons is currently selling beautiful and unique European furniture, timepieces, accessories, and paintings at reasonable prices. 

     Appreciating their buyers’ discerning taste, Harringtons distinguishes itself by providing quality, authentic, and well-curated paintings, furniture, antiques, sculptures, photographs, historical pieces, memorabilia, jewellery, watches, and vehicles—both classic and collectible pieces. 

     Harringtons Lifestyle Auction and Showroom is the place to visit for unique vintage furnishings in the Philippines. Seek out this best kept secret place in the South rare pieces with in your reach. 

     I'm so excited to tell this news to my relatives who love collecting unique pieces for their home. I'm sure that art and lifestyle aficionados will score different pieces at reasonable prices from Harringtons.

     Harringtons Lifestyle Showroom - HMR Compound (KM 21 East Service Road South Super Highway, Sucat Muntinlupa City, 1780 Muntinlupa City). 

The Showroom and Auction house is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. for direct sales. For more details you may call 548-6986 or 0916-4674321

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors

     Would you believe if I tell you that I don't drink carbonated drinks? Yes, I've tasted sodas for only a couple of times and those were during child hood days. I don't like the taste of carbonated drinks, it's like I'm gulping an alcoholic drink that it hurts my throat. My alternative to sodas are iced tea and juice drinks and of course, water!

     Great news to juice drink fanatics. Del Monte Philippines recently launched two new exciting flavors to beat the heat even though summer is bidding goodbye. These new refreshing blends will surely be a hit in mealtimes- Del Monte Juice Drink in Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee. Details below :)

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors

     As the summer heat kicks in, quench your family's thirst with the new refreshing limited-edition flavors of Del Monte Juice Drinks- Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee! They are made with real fruit juice, so you can taste the real fruit goodness in every sip. Your family will surely love the sweet fruitiness of these exciting summer blends down to the last drop.

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors
Del Monte Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee Juice Drinks

     These two new flavors are only available for the summer, (I hope they make it available throughout the year) so make sure to stock up to make your family's summer outings, merienda and mealtimes more fruitfully refreshing. Del Monte Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee Juice Drinks are available in 1 liter tetra pack in all leading supermarkets for only Php 65.00

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors
Del Monte Juice Drinks in Four Seasons, Pineapple, Mango, Pineapple Orange, Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee

     But if you're not into these kind of flavors, there are other range of juice drink flavors available like Four Seasons, Pineapple, Mango, and Pineapple Orange. These delicious flavors of Del Monte Juice Drinks are made with real fruit juice and contain 100% of your daily Vitamin C needs!

Have you tried the limited edition flavors? What's your favorite Del Monte Juice Drink flavor?

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KidZania Manila Home Finishing Establishment for Lil' Electricians and House Painters

     Do you have a kid who always watch you tinker things at home? Like painting the garage or while doing a simple construction?  I'm sure that your child is wondering what kind of work you are doing and he or she is curious how you do it. Don't worry, he/she is just want to know more of home maintenance.

     At KidZania Manila, empowering children to build a better and brighter world starts not only with helping them develop valuable life skills, but also enabling them to experience what it’s like to actually help finish a house. I'm sure the lil' electricians and house painters are excited about the newest establishment at KidZania Manila. See more below :)

KidZania Manila Home Finishing Establishment for Lil' Electricians and House Painters
KidZania Manila Industry Partners Director Cecille Mariño, and Mayor and COO Cookie Bartolome (first and second from left), with RightZkeeper Beebop, State Governor of KidZania Philippines Maricel Pangilinan-Arenas, and First Balfour President and COO Anthony Fernandez (rightmost) during the launch of the Home Finishing establishment at the play city.

     The interactive kid-sized city recently welcomed the launch of the Home Finishing establishment courtesy of new industry partner, First Balfour, one of the country’s leading construction and engineering companies.

     The official launch was graced by First Balfour President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Anthony Fernandez, who talked about how First Balfour and KidZania Manila share the same vision of helping shape a better nation by nurturing today’s younger generation.

     "Over the past four decades, our purpose has been to contribute to building the nation and uplifting the quality of life of the Filipino. Like KidZania, First Balfour believes in fostering a better world, a brighter future – and a brighter future comes from dreams and aspirations nurtured during the early years. We believe KidZania provides these opportunities to young minds whose future lies in creativity and enriched imagination," Fernandez said.

KidZania Manila Home Finishing Establishment for Lil' Electricians and House Painters
These budding electricians toggle the switches of a household fuse box at the Home Finishing establishment to discover how electricity powers appliances.

     With the opening of the Home Finishing establishment in the metropolis, kids can experience working as electricians— fixing electrical wirings to power up appliances-- and house painters— painting the walls of a house. Each 15-minute activity can accommodate 4 kids and pays 8 kidZos.

KidZania Manila Home Finishing Establishment for Lil' Electricians and House Painters
Using a roller brush, visitors try their hand at painting walls inside the Home Finishing establishment.

     The Home Finishing establishment is just one of KidZania Manila’s over 70 establishments with more than 100 role-playing activities that enable kids to explore, discover, and learn how the real world works.

     Let your kids discover more ways to build a better world only at KidZania Manila’s newly opened Home Finishing establishment. The play city is open every day: Weekdays (9AM to 4PM); and Weekends (9AM to 2PM and 3 to 8PM). As a special treat, the play city is extending playtime hours every Friday until August 2016. For tickets and more information, visit manila.kidzania.com.

McDonald’s New and Improved Burger McDo

     Have you tried the new and improved Burger McDo? I haven't but the hubby did. Well, his verdict is it's much better. For young people nowadays they always want their most precious things, including their tried and tested products, to evolve with them—to grow as their taste and preferences mature over time. When they look for change, they don’t want something new, but improved; not different, just better.

     Keeping up with the changing times, McDonald’s introduces the latest change in one of its all-time favorite products. Your beloved Burger McDo is now made with beefier and juicier patty, tastier and sweeter sauce, sandwiched in a soft bun. Like you, it has also changed and evolved over time.

McDonald’s New and Improved Burger McDo

     The new Burger McDo is the perfect treat for simple or big life changes that you will go through—may it be a new school year, friend, love life, or trip destination. Embrace these changes warmly with every bite of the new Burger McDo. You can enjoy it with a regular drink for only Php55.

     Grab a bite of the new and improved Burger McDo in all McDonald’s stores nationwide. 

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Daryl Feril x Save My Bag Collection

      Hi dearies! I presume that you've already seen the collaborating works of Kiana Valenciano and Daryl Feril on my last posts. Now I'll give a short background on the award-winning illustrator Daryl Feril below and see up close the designs he made together with Kiana below :)

     Negros-based, award-winning illustrator Daryl Feril joins Kiana Valenciano in executing a special, bespoke collection of Save My Bag from Bergamo, Italy, for the Little White Box Pop-up Store in SM Megamall. The said collection calls for Feril to customize each bag with his unique illustrations, upon the client’s request, and under the guidance of Kiana as creative team captain.

Daryl Feril x Save My Bag Collection
Daryl Feril and Kiana Valenciano, overall style curator and creative team captain of the Little White Box Pop-Up Store, with Save My Bag, the must-have bag crafted in Bergamo, Italy

     Feril, a Fine Arts graduate from La Consolacion College Bacolod, has worked previously with such top brands such as Alexandra Mor New York, Bloom Miami, Tory Burch, Lee Jeans, LVMH, among others. Not only that, he was also featured in the edgy Juxtapose Magazine published out of San Francisco. 

     Some of the prestigious awards he has received are: Silver Metal - Best Design - Editorial, Magazine Cover: aDoBo Design Awards 2015, Philippines; and 150 Emerging Talents in Art, Design, Illustration & Photography: ASIAN CREATIVES by Ubies, Tokyo. After a series of meetings, and subsequent creative discussions, Daryl was ready to interpret and execute Kiana’s vision for the collection: bespoke, with no two bags identical. 

Daryl Feril x Save My Bag Collection
Internationally acclaimed illustrator Daryl Feril with the bespoke Save My Bag collection at the Little White Box Pop-Up Store in SM Megamall

     “I really wanted to work on something local and Kiana couldn’t have been a better partner,” he says. Working with the bag’s material, hi-tech Poly-Lycra, which makes it lightweight and waterproof, was a challenge for Daryl. “What attracted me to Save My Bag? It’s the quality and its purpose. And of course the idea of painting something on the bag which I thought of doing before but didn't think that I could. It was my first time painting on fabric and it's a bit challenging but I'm glad it turned out well,” Daryl continues.

     And so, paint brush in hand, Daryl then worked on turning the bags into unique canvases, where he was able to express himself freely. “My idea is that, you can carry art through the different bags,” Daryl relates. “Each bag in the collection features different designs, thereby making them truly bespoke. But I also wanted the them to be close to my illustration style.”

Daryl Feril x Save My Bag Collection

     What then, exactly, is Daryl’s illustration and artistic style? “It’s a burst of floral, taking cues from nature which for me has some of the craziest patterns, colors and creatures,” he explains. “Inspirations evolve; sometimes they are based on what I observe around or through the people I meet. And as this is a collaborative effort, I took in inputs from Kiana too.” 

Daryl Feril x Save My Bag Collection
The bespoke Save My Bag collection - Save My Bag is ultra lightweight, rain proof, and made from hi-tech Poly-Lycra.

     And a cursory look of Daryl’s unique bag creations for Save My Bag reveal all that and more—each one a window into his soul.

     Don’t miss Save My Bag at the Little White Box Pop-Up store, the style portal for various international brands, opening at 3/F SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. 

ASUS Philippines x Shaira Luna for #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose

     I'm a proud owner of ASUS Zenfone 2 Laser and ASUS Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5! These are two of my weapons in taking product shots for my blog. I also use the latter to capture event highlights. ASUS Philippines launched early this year another remarkable phone in the name of ASUS ZenFone Zoom. They recently collaborated with Shaira Luna- country’s most sought-after lenswoman of this generation. 

     She is all set to showcase a whole new mobile photography experience – one that urges Pinoys from all walks of life to #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose, from all sorts of new and incredible perspectives, exclusively using the iconic ASUS ZenFone Zoom.

ASUS Philippines x Shaira Luna for  #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose

#SeeThePhilippinesUpClose from the Lens of the Best

     The #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose campaign sets the tone for a one-of-a-kind mobile photography experience that features the country’s collection of vibrant sights, landscapes and people from exhilarating and never-before-seen angles. And for ASUS Philippines, there was no better way to curate this story, than through the images taken by renowned Filipina photographer, Shaira Luna, using the ZenFone Zoom.

     “Without a doubt, Shaira is the most celebrated lenswoman in the country now, and is actually part of an ultra-exclusive group of professional photographers who were personally handpicked to be represented and managed by leading international agent Jed Root. Her talent, passion, professionalism, and unique eye for photography ultimately make her the perfect fit for the ASUS ZenFone Zoom,” shares ASUS Philippines Marketing Manager Jamie Zaldivar.

ASUS Philippines x Shaira Luna for  #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose

     In her decade-long tenure in the industry, Luna’s cinematic, nostalgic and story-telling type of photography has caught the attention of numerous international publications across North America, the UK and even Europe. To name a few, Luna’s impressive body of work has notably graced The Interview Magazine, The Fashionisto, C-Heads, Cake Mag, and Valentina.

     Luna’s extensive portfolio has also led her to become one of the country’s most sought after professional photographers. In the local scene, she has shot numerous editorial spreads with some of the most popular celebrities and personalities, and has worked with industry pillars and movers and shakers alike. Luna has also been tapped several times to lead the regional and local campaigns for various brands.

     In this day and age of social media, Luna has also built an empire for herself. Present in almost all platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tumbr, Luna’s following reaches far and wide, and across all markets, undeniably making her this generation’s most influential photographer.

Your Chance to #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose with the ZenFone Zoom

     To give the public the chance to experience for themselves this marvel of a smartphone, ASUS Philippines will soon launch the #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose online contest that puts the spotlight on images taken exclusively using the ZenFone Zoom.

ASUS Philippines x Shaira Luna for  #SeeThePhilippinesUpClose

Here are the mechanics:

• Starting May 30, and every Monday thereafter, Shaira Luna will posting a close-up photo of different Philippine-inspired elements, taken by the ZenFone Zoom. 
• Interested participants must correctly guess in any of Shaira’s or ASUS Philippines’ social media accounts what is the actual subject before ASUS Philippines reveals what the bigger picture really is, a couple of days after.
• Each Saturday, a weekly winner will be drawn for each photo, and will bring home a premium item from ASUS. 
• At the end of 9 weeks, the participant with the most number of correct guesses all throughout the competition, wins a ZenFone Zoom.

ZenFone Zoom: The world’s thinnest 3X optical-zoom smartphone

ASUS Philippines x Shaira Luna for  #SeeThePhilippinesUpCloseASUS ZenFone Zoom

ASUS ZenFone Zoom 

• Is one of the newest additions to the successfully-growing product line in the ASUS ZenFone family. It is the world's thinnest 3X optical-zoom smartphone with an innovative 10-prism lens arrangement for up to 12X total magnification. 
• It is powered by a 64-bit Intel® Atom™ processor with 4GB RAM, has a fantastic 13MP resolution and lightning-fast laser auto-focus — ensuring no incredible moment is missed.
• It can easily capture the country’s most unique elements in stunning close-ups, even from far distances according to Shaira Luna.
• Imagine pro-level photography literally in the palm of your hands she adds.

I'm encouraging everyone to join the contest. Go to ASUS Philippines Facebook Page now!!!

Mr. Pure Energy Supports Kiana for Save My Bag Collection

     Gary Valenciano has always been supportive of his kids with regards to their respective career paths and endeavors. While his two sons Paolo and Gabriel have successfully entered showbiz just like him, his daughter Kiana, Instagram celeb and his unica hija, is steadily carving out a name for herself—this time in fashion. After having studied at the Raffles Design Institute and the famous Central Saint Martins in London, Kiana finally takes the plundge and marks her fabulous debut in the local fashion scene.

     Just recently, proud parents Gary, together with wife Angeli, joined other fashionistas at the opening of the Little White Box Pop-Up Store in Megamall, for the launch of a bespoke, Save My Bag collection, which Kiana took charge of as style curator and creative team captain. 

Mr. Pure Energy Supports Kiana for Save My Bag Collection
Gary Valenciano and Kiana Valenciano during the collection launch

     Noted for being the ultimate ‘it’ bag for the cool and fashionable set, Save My Bag is crafted entirely in Bergamo, Italy, and is made from hi-tech Poly-Lycra, making it ultra lightweight and rain proof. 

     Joining Kiana as artistic collaborator is award-winning illustrator Daryl Feril, whom she hand-picked to turn Save My Bag into a canvas for his one-of-a-kind illustrated artworks, after an initial introduction by eventologist Tim Yap, and a subsequent review of his portfolio, left her immediately impressed.

     The highly successful launch provided a glimpse of Kiana’s ability for spotting the latest trends and her fresh, free-spirited yet functional attitude—an embodiment of the ‘cool beyond the rules’ philosophy of Save My Bag. 

     No doubt, Gary and the rest of his family have all the reason to feel blessed and proud of Kiana, who makes an impressive entry into the exciting world of fashion through her stylish and chic Save My Bag collection. 

     Don’t miss Save My Bag at the Little White Box Pop-Up store, the style portal for various international brands, at SM Megamall, 3L, Mandaluyong City. 

Let’s All Go To Shakey's, Shall We?

     Hello dearies! How's your week so far? I presume you've already seen the newest t.v. ad of Shakey's and it's inviting us to enjoy good food with good company. For us Filipinos, going out to eat is never just about enjoying good food. It is now an opportunity to bond and spend quality time with our loved ones. It is a special time carved out in our schedules to relax and reconnect with our friends and family, which is why finding the perfect setting is so important.

     These days, however, with the constant sprouting of new concept restaurants all around the metro, choosing your next dining option can seem endless and exhausting. The hassles of traffic and hard-to-find location of the new restaurant where you've plan to dine with makes you cringe in your car seat.
But most of the time, all you want is something familiar, a place that feels like home. A place with a menu that you know by heart, you know exactly what you are getting. Where you are sure you will have fun in the company of family and friends. That place is Shakey’s – where all you need is one word to express exactly what you mean, where all you need to say is “Let's”, when you want to go to Shakey’s. So what's this "Let's" exactly? More details below :)

Let’s All Go To Shakey's

     Famous for its Thin Crust Pizza and Awesome Twosome Chicken N' Mojos, Shakey's is everyone's favorite fun, family, pizza restaurant—the place we all like to go back to visit, time after time. Growing up, Shakey's may have been the first choice venue for milestone celebrations, but it has now evolved into a place where Guests can simply get together to have a good time and make great memories, no matter what the occasion.

Let’s All Go To Shakey's
Manager's Choice Thin Crust Pizza and Awesome Twosome Chicken N' Mojos

     With menu favorites that are so consistently delicious they might as well be considered iconic, Shakey's never disappoints when it comes to satiating your food cravings whenever you visit. Always ready to welcome back its Guests, Shakey's is the go-to place for memorable meal-time moments with friends and family.

Let’s All Go To Shakey's
Angus Steakhouse Pizza and Spaghetti Platter

     So when you’re looking to catch a break in the middle of the day. Let's all go to Shakey's. Figuring out where to go this weekend? Let’s all go to Shakey’s. Choosing a restaurant to hang out with your family? Let’s all go to Shakey’s. Instead of staying home tonight, Let’s. 

Let’s All Go To Shakey's
Shakey's Buendia Branch

     I'm craving for a thin crust pizza right now. Who wants to join with me? Raise your hands and Let's all go to Shakey's :) 

For more information:

Like them on Facebook: Shakey’s Pizza 

Follow them on Twitter: @PHShakeys 

Follow them on Instagram: @shakeysph

Good Times!~

Celebrate Mother’s Day and More this May at KidZania Manila

     Celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday and the whole month of May at the happiest place in the metro as per Mommy Kath and Kenzo- KidZania Manila! It's an exciting month for mommies and their kids because misters and misses can team up and celebrate with their moms while enjoying interactive role-playing activities at KidZania Manila this Mother’s Day. 

     On May 8, moms of visiting kids can join some of the role-playing activities with their kids, and share the fun and excitement as they accomplish tasks in different establishments. Yay, what an exciting and super fun way to celebrate Mother's Day! More information after the jump, scroll down please :)

Celebrate Mother’s Day and More this May at KidZania Manila
B.KidZanians can also get special freebies for their moms with just a flash of their paZZports at select establishments

Mom and kids unite! Experience role-playing activities in these establishments below:

• DZMM – MOR Radio Station, Beauty Salon
• National Art & Design Academy, Bakeshop
• Cooking School, Supermarket, Fashion Boutique
• Acting Academy
• Aviation Academy
• Baby Care Training Centera
• ABS-CBN TV Studio
• KidZ for a Greener World program activities such as the H&M Upcycling Workshop
• Shell Transportation Efficiency Center
• Century Tuna Fish Market
• Vertical Garden. B.KidZanians (kids with KidZania paZZports) can also treat their moms to special freebies at the play city with just a flash of their paZZports at select concessionaires. 

Celebrate Mother’s Day and More this May at KidZania Manila
This Mother’s Day, kids team-up with their moms to take on exciting role-playing activities at KidZania Manila.

     Apart from the Mother’s Day treat, kids can look forward to an even better vacation as KidZania Manila provides them with special offers guaranteed to make their summer more exciting.

Here are the exciting activities and schedules this May, so mark your calendars Kidzanians :)

1. May until August, every Friday gets leveled up to “FriYays” 

• Kids can enjoy extended hours (9:00am-4:00pm) of fun and learning at the kid-sized metropolis. 
• This gives them an extra two hours to enjoy an informative role playing experience, for the regular weekday rate of only P900. 

2. May 14 and May 15- KidZania Manilawill host the Miting de Pamilya to celebrate the International Day of the Family. 

• Visitors can enjoy an extended single shift of 9:00am to 5:00pm—for the regular weekend rate—to enable families to have more quality time to bond and for misters and misses to better explore their future careers.
• The Miting de Pamilya weekend also highlights the KidZania Manila CongreZZ voting period. CitiZens can cast their votes online, through the official KidZania Facebook app, or at the play city where the CongreZZ candidates will be campaigning. 
• Kid visitors can vote by attaching their ballot to their boarding pass and dropping it at the drop boxes distributed all over the city.

     Indeed, summer time is meant for having fun discoveries and KidZania Manila definitely adds a few more learning and interactive elements to each kid’s unique experience. These special offers are just some of the perks and benefits that await visitors of the kid-sized play city, so hurry, come make your month of May more exciting only at KidZania Manila!

To book tickets and for more information, visit manila.kidzania.com.

About KidZania

      KidZania is an interactive kids’ city combining inspiration, fun, and learning through realistic role play for kids four to 14. Kids can independently explore the kid-sized city with over 70 establishments and over 100 role-playing activities. Each experience is designed to empower kids, giving them the confidence to be their best selves, and inspiration to be great global citizens. One of the world’s most inventive, most awarded, and fastest-growing kid’s educational entertainment concepts, KidZania has 23 locations in 19 countries, including the Philippines. 

      KidZania, Inc., headquartered in Mexico, was founded in 1997, opened its first park in 1999, and is privately held. For more information about KidZania Manila, visit manila.kidzania.com.

       KidZania is locally franchised by Play Innovations, Inc., whose majority stakeholder is ABS-CBN Corporation.

Novuhair Enhanced Formulation

     I suffered hair loss fall in the past and the feeling was stressful. Imagine seeing more than 100 strands of hair lying on the floor after taking a bath. I feel for individuals who are suffering great hair loss resulting to baldness and alopecia. There are different products in the market today that offer solution to hair loss but not all are effective in the long run.

     Say goodbye to hair loss and scalp problems with the newly-enhanced formulation of Novuhair. With 19 natural ingredients, the leading medicated topical scalp lotion is now almost 100% natural. “The Novuhair Topical Scalp Lotion used to only have 12 natural ingredients. Its improved formulation has a much better fragrance and a cool and minty feel. It also has anti-dandruff properties, as well as nourishing and moisturizing effects on the hair and scalp,” said Sheila Mae Velilla, CEO of Nutramedica, developer and distributor of Novuhair. More details about Novuhair below.

Novuhair Enhanced Formulation
image from Novuhair's Facebook Page