Tim HortonsⓇ Brings a Piece of Canada to Pasig City With the Opening of Two New Restaurants

Tim Hortons Philippines proudly launched their two new Pasig City restaurants at Estancia Mall in Capitol Commons and the L&Y Plaza. These two store openings come on the heels of celebrating the brand’s second anniversary in the country early this year. In two years, the fast-growing Tim Hortons Philippines has successfully increased their presence nationwide to 33 restaurants.

“We are very excited and delighted to finally open our new restaurants. We strongly believe in the Tim Hortons brand and want to bring the taste of Canada to Pasig City.” said Stephanie B. Guerrero, Marketing Director at Tim Hortons® Philippines.

True to its goal to “make your day good,” the two restaurants are now ready to serve the busy residents of Pasig City with their famous Tim Hortons Double Double, wraps, signature donuts, and Timbits. It is the perfect way to jumpstart everyone’s day or take a break from their hectic workday.

Canada’s iconic and popular restaurant chain set up their first shop in the Philippines in 2017 at Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City. Since then, they have expanded their operations as far north as Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City and as far south as Tambo, Paranaque. On its third year, Tim Hortons Philippines is poised to keep the momentum going by opening more restaurants and embarking on leading-edge innovations.

Tim Hortons has been offering premium coffee, freshly baked goods, delicious sandwiches and wraps, and other food products since 1964. For more information and updates about Tim Hortons Philippines’ new products and offerings, you may visit www.timhortons.ph or follow them on facebook @TimHortonsPhilippines and Instagram @timhortonsph


About Tim Hortons

TIM HORTONSⓇ is one of North America’s largest restaurant chains operating in the quick-service segment. Founded as a single location in Canada in 1964, Tim Hortons appeals to a broad range of consumer tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee, hot and cold specialty drinks (including lattes, cappuccinos and espresso shots), specialty teas and fruit smoothies, fresh baked goods, grilled Panini and classic sandwiches, wraps, soups, prepared foods and other food products. Tim Hortons has more than 4,800 systemwide restaurants located in Canada, the United States, and around the world. To learn more about the Tim Hortons brand, please visit the Tim Hortons® brand website at www.timhortons.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Safeguard Against Germs— Your Ultimate Flu Season Survival Guide

As much as people welcome the cooler climate, living in the tropics also means ushering in more fickle weather, and the spread of common flu viruses and germs that the wet season brings. This makes people more vulnerable to getting sick—especially kids.

Due to the uncontrollable weather outside, most people tend to stay inside their houses in the hopes of being safe and protected from the season’s threats. However, staying indoors doesn’t necessarily mean that you are safe from all the germs and the illnesses that go with it. Did you know that many objects inside your home are actually germ infested? What’s worse, some germs find humid weather an ideal environment to grow even faster!

These wrong assumptions or “maling akala” that you have may cause your family diseases that may worsen if not taken seriously. Your best bet is to make your family’s health a top priority during these months. So what’s your game plan to keep everyone protected from it?

1. Be brave and get those flu shots

While it won’t be a hundred percent effective at blocking the flu virus, it can help boost your protection from it significantly. Studies have shown that it has helped lower hospitalization rates among children. Be sure to consult your physician to make sure that you don’t have any existing allergies to the shot before taking it.

2. Say to NO to junk!

The rainy season takes a major toll on the body’s immune system. Load up on fruits and vegetables that are known for their ability to boost the immune system is essential. Adding more citrus and greens to your diet can help and is a simple, preventive measure that helps you maintain a stronger immune system.

3. Catch more Zzz’s

Another culprit known for bringing your immune system down? Lack of sleep. Try to get at least 6 hours every night. Not only will your immune system thank you for it, you’ll also feel more energized.

4. Make it a habit to keep those hands clean

“Typhoons and heavy rains may cause flooding which, in turn, can potentially increase the transmission of water-borne diseases, or diseases transmitted through water contaminated with human or animal waste. These include typhoid fever, leptospirosis, and hepatitis A.” mentioned by Department of Health in a recent statement. These diseases may be obtained by having close contact with person who is infected or being in a contaminated environment.  These illnesses may even be deadly but can be prevented with proper handwashing using the right antibacterial soap.

To lower your risk of infection, the solution is simple: wash your hands. Use warm water whenever possible, and use an antibacterial soap known for its ability to provide advanced and long lasting protection against germs, like Safeguard. Safeguard is equipped with GermShield+ technology which Fights against 3 types of germs-Gram+ bacteria, Gram- bacteria, and fungi and prevents microbial regrowth for up to 24 hours.

Scrub and lather well, washing the top and bottom of your hands, between fingers and even under your nails. Avoid drying your hands using a shared hand-towel. Instead, use paper towels or a hand dryer.

Remember, kids are the most vulnerable to germs and viruses during flu season. So be sure that they are dressed appropriately for the weather, get them vaccinated against the flu, teach them the importance of eating healthy, focus on maintaining good hygiene, especially through frequent hand washing using a soap that gets the job done right.

Safeguard Pure White Body Wash is available in 720ml (PhP 219), 400ml (PhP 145) and 200ml (PhP 85)

Safeguard Pure White Bar Soap is available in 90g (P 25.75), 135g (P 38), and 180 ml (P 48.00)

Safeguard Pure White Liquid Hand Soap is available in 225ml (P 80.00)

Novel Dishes, Creative Concoctions Win in Tanduay Rum Fest’s Culinaria and Mixology Contests

Last Aug. 18, the first Tanduay Rum Festival in Bacolod City was off to a palate-pleasing start as dining establishments battled it out in the event’s Culinaria and Mixology finals held at the New Government Center.

Anne Bistro was declared the grand champion of both the “Appetizer and Main Dish Featuring Rum” and the “Dessert Featuring Rum” categories.

Dan Lendle Altarejos and Christian Rey Dela Cruz created the rum-infused appetizer Kinilaw na Tuna and the main dish Red Curry Prawn Risotto to win the PhP25,000 grand prize. John Fred Olvido and Niel John Cortez went home with another PhP25,000 for coming up with the mouthwatering Honey Rosemary Cake dessert.

Laurence Emmanuel Conlu of Al Fresco Café – LCC Bacolod, meanwhile, was declared the best in the “Mixology with Flairtending” contest with his concoction, the Tanduay Cooler. He also went home with PhP25,000.


The Winners’ Circle

Rounding up the list of winners in the “Appetizer and Main Dish Featuring Rum” category are first runner-up Kusinata with Jolito Pandac and Benedict del Rosario who created the Pollo y Sandia Borrachos and Pinaasuhan Nga Sili and second runner-up LCC Bacolod with Raymond Jan Ledesma and Matthew Arthem Gelvoleo who created the Scallops Flambé on Crispy Bangus Skin with Pomelo-Rum Vinaigrette and the Chicken Inasal with Batuan Rum Sauce Topped with Rum Infused Ginamos, Coconut Lemongrass Rice, and Rum Vinaigrette Green Mango Salsa.

First runner up, appetizer - Pollo y Sandia Borrachos and Pinaasuhan Nga Sili

For the “Dessert Featuring Rum” category, Kusinata’s Reviel Villapana and and Gerard D. Grey, Jr. were declared the first runner-up with their Sugar-Glazed Caged GoodBood, while LCC Bacolod’s Jesus Samuel Solinap and John Alre Dales were declared second runner-up with their Handmade Piaya RUMbutan with Tanduay Coconut Rum Custard Filled Barquillos with Rum-Infused Kalabasa Halaya and Candied Bacon.

Second runner up, dessert - Handmade Piaya RUMbutan with Tanduay Coconut Rum Custard Filled Barquillos with Rum-Infused Kalabasa Halaya and Candied Bacon

Completing the list of winners in the “Mixology with Flairtending” category are first-runner up Harry Servancia of Wild & Fresh Mobile Bar Bacolod with his Citrus Mojito and Kate Jaraiza Tecson of Barholics Mobile Bar Bacolod with her La Victoria.

The first runners-up in both contests received PhP15,000, while the second runners-up went home with PhP10,000.



Food and Beverage Experts as Judges

This year’s Culinaria and Mixology contests were judged by some of the food and beverage industry’s best.

They include Chef Don Angelo Colmenares, owner/chef of Berbeza Bistro; Chef Benedict John Uy, executive chef of Planta Centro Hotel Bacolod & Business Inn Hotel and owner/chef of East Bite, Daily Skillet, & Recados; Chef Nico Millanes, owner/chef of Terrasse, Portiko Café & Lounge, and Catch of the Day; and Victoria Beckley, events director of the World Gourmet Summit and National Sales and Marketing Director of Peter Knipp Holdings Pte Ltd in Singapore, publisher of Cuisine and Wine Magazine.

The Mixology contest, meanwhile, were judged by international mixologist and mixology expert Ricky Paiva; Chef Sammy Nuarbe, founder and president of Great Harvest Academy of Technical Skills, Inc. and TESDA trainer and assessor since 2012; and Gem Lenard Boy, Junior Brand Manager of Tanduay Distillers, Inc.



TANDUAY RUM FESTIVAL 2019 - MIXOLOGY FINALS WINNERS

1st Prize – Mixology w/ Flairtending

Laurence Emmanuel Conlu (Al Fresco Café – LCC Bacolod)

Cocktail Name: Tanduay Cooler



2nd Prize – Mixology w/ Flairtending

Harry Servancia (Wild & Fresh Mobile Bar Bacolod)

Cocktail Name: Citrus Mojito



3rd Prize – Mixology w/ Flairtending

Kate Jaraiza Tecson (Barholics Mobile Bar Bacolod)

Cocktail Name: La Victoria

More Exciting Activities

The Culinaria and Mixology contests are just two of the exciting activities in this year’s Tanduay Rum Festival. Since the event kicked off last Aug. 17, a food bazaar has been held and would last until Aug. 24 at the New Government Center Grounds.

On Aug. 23, rapper Mike Swift leads the Street Art and Basketball Court Painting activity.

On Aug. 24, there will be a 5K Rum Run and Street Dance Parade in the afternoon and a free concert with iconic rock band Sandwich; Mike Swift; Idol Philippines’ Dan Ombao and Miguel Ordon; and Bacolod’s Project Juan, Barbie na Doll, and Cali Island at 8:00 PM.


TANDUAY RUM FESTIVAL 2019 - CULINARIA FINALS WINNERS


Appetizer and Main Dish Featuring Rum

First prize, Appetizer: Kinilaw na Tuna

1st Prize – Anne Bistro

Dan Lendle Altarejos – Appetizer/Main Dish
Christian Rey dela Cruz – Appetizer/Main Dish

First prize, Main Dish: Red Curry Prawn Risotto

2nd Prize – Kusinata
Jolito Pandac – Appetizer/Main Dish
Benedict del Rosario – Appetizer/Main Dish

Appetizer: Pollo y Sandia Borrachos (Drunken Chicken & Watermelon Salad)

Served with Brie Cheese, Carrots, Cucumber, Edible Flowers, and Batuan Dressing

Main Dish: Pinaasuhan Nga Sili (Smoked Freshwater Eel Glazed with Soy Honey Rum Sauce, on White Rum Risotto, Sautéed Asparagus Spears and Tomato)

Third prize, appetizer : Appetizer: Scallops Flambé on Crispy Bangus Skin with Pomelo-Rum Vinaigrette

3rd Prize – LCC Bacolod
Raymond Jan Ledesma - Appetizer/Main Dish
Matthew Arthem Gelvoleo - Appetizer/Main Dish


Main Dish: Chicken Inasal with Batuan Rum Sauce Topped with Rum Infused Ginamos, Coconut Lemongrass Rice, and Rum Vinaigrette Green Mango Salsa



Dessert Featuring Rum

First prize, Honey Rosemary Cake

1st Prize – Anne Bistro
John Fred Olvido – Dessert
Niel John Cortez – Dessert


2nd Prize – Kusinata
Reviel B. Villapana – Dessert
Gerard “Jay” D. Grey, Jr. – Dessert

Dessert: Sugar-Glazed Caged “GoodBood”


3rd Prize – LCC Bacolod
Jesus Samuel Solinap - Dessert
John Alre Dales – Dessert

Dessert: Handmade Piaya RUMbutan with Tanduay Coconut Rum Custard Filled Barquillos with Rum-Infused Kalabasa Halaya and Candied Bacon

FASHION FAVORS THE BOLD, Style reach new heights with the SM Woman Plus Collection

Sky is the limit as far as fashion is concerned and SM Woman Plus has endless possibilities to a world of style. SM Woman Plus does three of fashion’s most massive trends, turning classic themes into of-the-moment pieces that still withstand trend and season.


BLACK AND WHITE

Opposites attract, and this classic non-color fashion duo will attest to that. Whether worn separately or as a tandem, blacks and whites set the tone of the look, tempering a vibrant matching piece or polishing an otherwise rugged combination. However you wear it, you can’t go wrong with black and white.

Style tips:

Elongate legs instantly with a pair of black pants.

Use optical illusions to your advantage! Achieve a glass-shaped figure by cinching a black and white dress with a slim black belt.

Freshen up a black and white look by topping it off with a dark denim jacket.

Make black and white separates pop with a crisp white top.



DENIM

What’s a girl to do without denim? Fashion’s legendary neutral fabric, denim offsets just about any piece in your wardrobe—sparkle, flounce, even denim itself! Universal in function, denim looks are acceptable in just about any function. Take it to the beach, to the boardroom, and even in formal occasions—if styled correctly! Trends may come and go, but this trusty textile is here to stay.

Style tips:

Monochromatic denim isn’t all about blue! Pair green denim overalls with a green tee and green denim jacket

Add a feminine touch to your denim pencil skirt with a ruffled cold-shoulder top.

Make your denim on denim outfit look fresh by pairing different denim washes.



PASTELS AND NEUTRALS

It’s 2019—have no fear with color! Nail the ultimate millennial shade palette: muted pastels and nudes. Building a colorful wardrobe is an uphill climb: start with casual tops, invest in safe bottoms, then play your way to all kinds of frills and details! Don’t even worry about logically matching colors—these pretty tones have a way of sorting (and styling) themselves out.

Style Tips:

No brainer monochromatic pastels are a must—they make your five minute look instantly look put-together!

Milk the millennial pink craze: a pastel pink jumpsuit is the perfect go-to piece you never knew you needed.

Afraid light colors might be unflattering? Throw rules out the window, happy shades make you look easy on the eyes.


Follow @SMWoman on Instagram and Facebook for more fashion inspiration, and to find out about their latest collections and amazing deals.

‘DO IT RIGHT!’ campaign calls on Filipinos to proudly show their support for RH and family planning

More organizations, celebrities, and ordinary Filipinos are encouraged to join and add their voices to the cause.

A coalition of 11 organizations today launched a campaign urging Filipinos to show their support openly for family planning and reproductive health (RH), with the “DO IT RIGHT!” slogan and a distinctive hand sign.

Repeated opinion polls have shown that more than 70 percent of Filipinos support family planning and initiatives, such as the Responsible Parenthood and RH Law.

 
“The ‘DO IT RIGHT!’ campaign is designed to encourage everyone to take those beliefs they already hold inside and share them out in the open, proudly, especially on social media like Facebook,” said co-organizer Benjamin de Leon, President of The Forum for Family Planning and Development. “By showing each other how many feel the same, in a positive, celebratory spirit, Filipinos can together free themselves of old inhibitions.”

The campaign will include a social-media blitz, festival events, as well as advertising in traditional media like billboards, print and radio. It encourages couples and individuals to flash the Do It Right! hand sign in selfie posts or in public: Two fingers held up together -- representing the members of a couple – with a thumb in-between representing the contraceptive or safe-sex measures that strengthen their bond.

The coalition has set up a Facebook page (www.facebook.com/DoItRightPH/) to serve as the focal point for the evolving campaign, as well as the hashtag #DoItRight.

Initial members include DKT Philippines, the Family Planning Organization of the Philippines (FPOP), The Forum for Family Planning and Development, The Philippine Society for Responsible Parenthood, LoveYourself, RTI International, SheDecides Philippines, and all four professional associations for the country’s midwives.

At a press conference held in Makati City, they called on more like-minded organizations and individuals to throw their weight behind the campaign.

“This is wide open. We invite anyone who feels this topic is important -- companies, famous Filipinos, anyone -- to come on board,” said Hyam Asher Bolande, Chairman of the Board of DKT Philippines. Following the example of the #MeToo anti-sexual harassment movement that grew in North America as more and more women spoke up, the Do It Right! campaign is designed to gather strength over time, he added.

Economists and public-health experts have long lamented the need for improved RH education and access to modern contraception in the Philippines, especially for the country’s poorest. Religious-based organizations have protested the RH Law in recent years, but the law prevailed against court challenges and is fully in force today.

At the press conference, Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM) Undersecretary Juan Antonio Perez III hailed the launch of the ‘DO IT RIGHT!’ campaign, which he said comes at a crucial time when the government is also increasing its efforts to fully implement the law.

Nandy Senoc, FPOP Executive Director said, “It’s high time for society to finally put aside fears and embarrassment about this topic and declare openly – as the majority of Filipinos, together – that RH is OK, that it’s responsible.”

“When youth and women are empowered, there will be no teen pregnancies, no early marriages, no unwanted pregnancies or abortions. When women are well informed, the fight against poverty is already halfway won,” he added.

About the ‘Do It Right!’ Coalition

DKT Philippines is a foundation that has been promoting family planning in the Philippines since 1991, when it pioneered mass distribution of condoms through social marketing of the Trust brand. It is affiliated with DKT International, Washington, DC-based non-profit organization that works in 29 developing countries worldwide to make affordable contraceptive choices and education on RH available to all.

The Family Planning Organization of the Philippines (FPOP) is a provider of quality sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services to all Filipinos especially the poor and marginalized, socially excluded and underserved groups or populations. It operates clinics, partnering with other clinics and/or facilities for referrals, conducts outreach clinics, and partners with community-based distributors and volunteers.

The Forum for Family Planning and Development has been among the lead NGOs involved in pushing policies that benefit women and children. Key accomplishments include supporting the RH Law, the lifting of the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) on Implants and other FP commodities, the Safe Public Spaces Law to address sexual harassment and VAW in public spaces, and the Mental Health Law. The Forum is part of a consortium of NGOs advocating for adequate and equitable government budgets for health.

The Philippine Society for Responsible Parenthood (PSRP) was organized in 2003 to empower women and families to determine when and how many pregnancies they will have. It has three main programs: advocacy for FP, training of FP providers, and raising the quality of FP services for women.

LoveYourself is a volunteer driven community-based non-profit organization that provides a wide range of HIV and sexually transmitted infection-related services, including education and prevention, testing, counseling, treatment and life coaching, as well as transgender health services.

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit institute that provides research, development, and technical services to government and commercial clients worldwide. RTI works in the Philippines in partnership with the Philippine Government and civil society to strengthen health systems and improve health outcomes. RTI is currently the lead implementor of ReachHealth, a five-year USAID-funded project that aims to reduce unmet need for family planning services and decrease teen pregnancy and newborn morbidity and mortality.

SheDecides Philippines is the local movement of SheDecides, an urgent reaction to the reinstatement by US President Donald Trump of the Global Gag Rule, which prevents NGOs outside the US from receiving money from the US government if they provide RH services. The goal of the organization is to counter the devastating effects of this rule on women, girls and their communities around the world.

The Integrated Midwives Association of the Philippines (IMAP), the Private Practicing Midwives Association of the Philippines (PPMAP), the Midwives Foundation of the Philippines (MFPI), and the Philippine League of Government and Private Midwives (PLGPM) are the main associations for professional midwives in the country.

Free Beverage Upsize at Tim Hortons Until October 2019

Are you a PLDT MVP Rewards Cardholder and/or JCB Cardholder? If yes, then you are entitled to avail this limited promo from Tim Hortons, one of North America’s largest restaurant chains operating in the quick service segment.

There is no better way to spend a cold and rainy afternoon than by sipping a cup of freshly brewed coffee! Tim Hortons® continues to surprise its loyal coffee lovers as the famous Canadian coffee brand offers a free upsize of your favorite coffee beverage at Tim Hortons stores until October 2019.

“We, at Tim Hortons®, are committed to ‘making your day good,’ and we are thrilled about our partnership with both PLDT MVP Rewards Card and JCB Card. Having your favorite coffee and being rewarded by our partners is like getting a double-double! Indeed, doubly wonderful,” said Stephanie B. Guerrero, marketing director of Tim Hortons® Philippines.  

There are two options on how to avail of the promo. For every Php300 purchase of Tim Hortons® products –combo or a selection of beverages –PLDT MVP Rewards Cardholders are entitled to a free coffee drink upsize when they present their PLDT MVP Rewards card. JCB Cardholders can also receive a free drink upsize upon using their JCB card for every P200 worth of purchase of combos or any beverage. Easy!

This promo is available in all 33 branches of Tim Hortons®, for cardholders in good credit standing. Some restrictions may apply.

For more information and updates about Tim Hortons Philippines’ new products and offerings you may visit www.timhortons.ph or follow them on facebook @TimHortonsPhilippines and instagram @timhortonsphl. 

New 'Do It Right !' campaign calls on Filipinos to proudly show their support for RH and family planning

A coalition of 11 organizations today launched a campaign urging Filipinos to show their support openly for family planning and reproductive health (RH), with the "DO IT RIGHT !" slogan and distinctive hand sign.

Repeated opinion polls have shown that more than 70 percent of Filipinos support Family Planning and initiatives, such as the Responsible Parenthood and RH Law.

"The 'DO IT RIGHT !' campaign is designed to encourage everyone to take those beliefs they already hold iside and share them out in the open, proudly, especially on social media like Facebook," said co-organizer Benjamin de Leon,  President of The Forum for Family Planning and Development. "By showing each other how many feel the same, in a positive, celebratory spirit, Filipinos can together free themselves of old inhibitions."

The campaign will include a social-media blitz, festival events, as well as advertising in traditional media like billboards, print and radio. It encorages couples and individuals to flash the Do It Right ! hand sign in selfie posts or in public: Two fingers held up together-- representing the members of the ccouple - with a thumb in-between representing the contracptive or safe-sex measures that strengthen their bond.

The coalition has set up Facebook page(www.facebook.com/DoItRightPH) to serve as the focal point for the evolving campaign, as well as the hashtag #DoItRight.

initial membersinclude DKT philippines,the family planning organization for the philippines (FPOP)The Forum Family Planning and Development,The Philipines Society for Responsible Parenthood,Love Yourself,

CIMB Bank Announces 500,000th Customer, Expands strategic partnership with GCash

Since this GCash feature called GSave was launched on the app, I never have had any second though on using it. Who doesn't want to save for as low as Php1.00? Yes, all it takes is Php1.00 for you to start saving and it's earning interest. 

I was not aware that many people have been into it, too until CIMB Bank Philippines (CIMB Bank PH) announced that it has garnered 500,000 customers, approximately six months after opening its doors for business in the Philippines. The milestone was reached anchored on a strong proposition of co-creation and partnership between CIMB Bank and GCash.

The all-digital, mobile-first CIMB Bank PH, was launched in early 2019 with a goal of bringing a unique and differentiated banking proposition to Filipinos. Anchored on a DNA of strong strategic partnerships and solving customer pain points digitally, CIMB Bank PH had forged a partnership with GCash, to allow GCash’s customers direct, paperless and seamless access to savings account services, a product termed GSave. GCash is an epayments platform owned by Mynt, the revolutionary fintech startup of Globe Telecom, Ayala Corporation and Ant Financial, an affiliate of Jack Ma’s Alibaba Group.

Tengku Dato’ Sri Zafrul Aziz, Group CEO, CIMB Group, who was in Manila to celebrate this milestone said, “CIMB Bank PH is surely the fastest growing bank in ASEAN, a wonderful achievement, and a strong testament of things that can be achieved in the regime of digital-only banks. We are motivated by this and will continue to innovate for our customers. Well done to the teams.”

In line with this, CIMB Bank PH and GCash also announced that the GSave bank account will be exclusively offered only on the GCash platform. The companies also said they will be working together to make added suites of financial services products available to GCash customers in the future. These services will be announced in due course.

Zafrul added, “The partnership with GCash was central to us achieving this milestone. It is a live case study of bank-tech partnerships, a combination of banking expertise and technology platform plays, and the opportunities it allows both parties to access. I look forward to developing more propositions with GCash to further establish our mobile banking presence in the Philippines.”

Anthony Thomas, President and Chief Executive Officer of GCash affirmed its shared mission with CIMB Bank to increase accessibility of financial products and services for all Filipinos. “The acquisition of 500,000 users is a clear testament that the partnership between GCash and CIMB Bank through GSave is a success. We welcome this achievement and the deepening of our collaboration with CIMB Bank, and assure our users that we will continue to provide more innovative services to address the banking and financial needs of Filipinos who aspire for financially better lives for their families.”

The 500,000 GSave users are now enjoying the benefits of CIMB’s savings account, which is available as the Save Money feature on the GCash app. GSave offers an interest rate of 3 percent per annum, which is more than ten times higher than those interest rates offered by most Philippine banks. 

Additionally, GSave does not require an initial deposit or maintaining balance, nor does it impose service charges for transactions—greatly reducing the barriers for ordinary Filipinos to open and maintain a savings account.

HALF-MILLION DIGITAL SAVERS. ASEAN universal bank CIMB celebrates the milestone achievement of 500,000 users of the GSave mobile savings account on its partner platform GCash, the leading mobile wallet in the Philippines. Photo shows (from left): GSave’s 500,000th user Seigfred Barcelona, CIMB Bank Philippines chief executive officer Vijay Manoharan, Mynt president and chief executive officer Anthony Thomas, CIMB Group CEO Tengku Dato’ Sri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, CIMB Group Ventures & Partnerships chief executive officer Effendy Shahul Hamid, and GCash head of savings Kim Aimei Seng.

About CIMB Bank Philippines

CIMB Bank, ASEAN’s Top 5 largest bank present in over 16 global markets, has extended its reach in 2018 by providing Filipinos a whole new banking experience. CIMB Bank Philippines Inc. is an all-digital mobile bank headquartered in Bonifacio Global City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

CIMB Bank Philippines offers 24/7 safe and secure banking with their seamless account opening in 10 minutes, the best in market rates, no initial deposit or maintaining balance requirements, convenient deposit and withdrawal locations, and zero transaction fees, all done through OCTO by CIMB Bank mobile app.

To learn more, visit us at www.cimbbank.com.ph or Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Instagram @CIMBBankPH. Download OCTO by CIMB Bank in App & Play stores today.

CIMB: The Way Banking Should Be.



About CIMB Group

CIMB Group is one of ASEAN’s leading universal banking groups and is Malaysia’s second largest financial services provider, by assets. It offers consumer banking, commercial banking, investment banking, Islamic banking and asset management products and services. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the Group is present in all 10 ASEAN nations (Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Brunei, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos and Philippines). Beyond ASEAN, the Group has market presence in China, Hong Kong, India, Sri Lanka, Korea, the US and UK.

CIMB Group has the most extensive retail branch network in ASEAN of around 740 branches as at 30 June 2019. CIMB Group’s investment banking arm is also one of the largest Asia Pacific-based investment banks, offering amongst the most comprehensive research coverage around 600 stocks in the region.

CIMB Group operates its business through three main brand entities, CIMB Bank, CIMB Investment Bank and CIMB Islamic. CIMB Group is also the 92.5% shareholder of Bank CIMB Niaga in Indonesia, and 94.8% shareholder of CIMB Thai in Thailand.

CIMB Group is listed on Bursa Malaysia via CIMB Group Holdings Berhad. It had a market capitalisation of approximately RM52.3 billion as at 30 June 2019. The Group has over 36,000 employees located in 16 countries.



About Mynt

Mynt is a partnership between Globe Telecom, the Ayala Corporation, and Ant Financial, that provides innovative and first-in-world fintech solutions to consumers, merchants, and organizations. Its vision is to enable financial access for consumers and merchants by disrupting traditional channels through digital financial technology services. It operates two fintech companies: GCash, a micropayment service that transforms the mobile phone into a virtual wallet for secure, fast, and convenient money transfer, and Fuse, a tech-based lending company that enables Filipinos to get microloans to business loans without the traditional requirements set by banks and other lending institutions. For more information, visit mynt.xyz.



About GCash

GCash is an internationally-acclaimed micropayment service that transforms the mobile phone into a virtual wallet for secure, fast, and convenient money transfer. GCash can be used to buy prepaid load, pay bills, send money, make donations, shop online, and even purchase goods without the need to bring any cash. For more information, please visit https://www.globe.com.ph/gcash

Global Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is Shopee's Latest Brand Ambassador

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, announces its partnership with global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo as its newest brand ambassador. Cristiano Ronaldo will work with Shopee in a wide range of initiatives to engage and inspire people in the region, starting with Shopee’s signature annual shopping event, 9.9 Super Shopping Day.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Global Football Icon; Chris Feng, Chief Executive Officer at Shopee

Chris Feng, Chief Executive Officer at Shopee, said, “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest athletes of our time. He is an inspiration to many, and his dedication to football matches the deep commitment we have towards our users. Together with Cristiano Ronaldo, we look forward to creating a lasting positive impact for our region.”

Cristiano Ronaldo said, “I am proud to be Shopee’s brand ambassador as we share the same ambition to be the best in our fields. I am always improving my game for my fans and my team, just as Shopee innovates to benefit their users in this region. I am excited by this partnership, and I look forward to creating more special moments for my fans together with Shopee.”


Cristiano Ronaldo joins Shopee’s 9.9 Super Shopping Day

Shopee’s announcement of Cristiano Ronaldo as its latest brand ambassador is in line with the return of its signature annual shopping event, 9.9 Super Shopping Day. Cristiano Ronaldo will join a series of initiatives as Shopee brings users and fans across the region closer to the global football icon:

Cristiano Ronaldo stars in Shopee’s newest 9.9 TVC: Cristiano Ronaldo will be at the center of Shopee’s new television commercial premiering on August 16, which will air in all seven Shopee markets in the region.

Watch Cristiano Ronaldo live only on Shopee: In a first for Southeast Asia and Taiwan, fans will be able to get up close and personal with Cristiano Ronaldo via a range of exclusive content available only on Shopee Live. More information will be announced on Shopee’s app and social media platforms at a later date.

Catch the premiere of Shopee’s television commercial with Cristiano Ronaldo on August 16.

Find out more about Cristiano Ronaldo and 9.9 Super Shopping Day at http://shopee.ph/ShopeexRonaldo.

7 Folds Laundry proves that "Choice is not only for the rich"

Among the many household chores, doing the laundry is the most daunting which is why I have high admiration for people who can do the laundry by their bare hands. The manual labor they do to wash and clean the clothes while making sure the fabric is still protected and in good shape, is a proof of love and devotion that deserves recognition.

Handwashing is no joke, it drains the energy

But in this modern day world where people lean towards automation, doing the laundry without any help from a machine is a thing of the past. It's energy-draining, it's not practical, and  manually washing the clothes will not give you a productive day.

Let us all accept it, the detergent, the bleach, the fabric conditioners we use nowadays are full of chemicals that may harm our skin or even our health if we get in contact with them every day or more often. Although some companies promote products that are less harsh, some they brag eco-friendly, environment-friendly, natural, organic and the likes, still they have chemicals that are not needed by the body, chemicals that are not suitable for the human skin and might cause serious harm in the long run.

With all these cons that we might encounter by manually washing the clothes, we shifted to washing machines which enable us to multi-task. But then, in our ever demanding world; we sometimes can not even shoot the laundry inside the washing machines and let them do the task. Every second is so precious that we either spend each to either generate income or to take some rest.

Front load washers and driers that are space-savers and energy efficient

That's when laundry shop come into the scene. With laundry shops, we can just bring our dirty clothes and other stuff to them and let them do everything or we can also ask them to pick up the clothes and deliver them back to our place once they're already clean.

That is exactly what 7 Folds Laundy can do for you. They will provide you with convenience and ease of doing the laundry by offering you services that suit your time and your budget.

I remember, in the movie Hello Love Goodbye starring Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards, there was a line there saying "Choice is only for the rich." I used to believe it until I met 7 Folds Laundry. 7 Folds Laundry proved that you will not feel less fortunate once you do business with them because you always have a CHOICE, for less.

Your service, your choice at 7 Folds Laundry

Speaking of CHOICES FOR LESS, let me name a few.

Self-service, full service, wash-dry-press, press only - choose whatever service you need or you want for as low as P30.00 per kilo, minimum of 5 kilos.  Some people avail self service out of curiosity. They want to experience or learn something new. Others do it because they are very meticulous when it comes to the clothes they wear. Whatever type of customer you are, they will welcome you with a smile at 7 Folds Laundry.

Customers who are always on the go and who would aways want to meet their productivity goals choose full-service feature wherein the staff of the shop would take care of everything and you only have to pick up the clothes or have them delivered right to your doorstep.

YOU DO NOTE, 7 Folds Laundry strictly implements one machine, one customer rule; meaning no mixing up of clothes from 2 or more different customers. That's a very good feature of the shop, an excellent service, thinking of hygienic practices for the good of their customers.

Convenience and comfort, apart from quality service

They also follow one-day service policy, so you wouldn't run out of OOTDs. This policy ensures that no matter how many work loads come in, you can expect your thing to be cleaned, dried and nicely wrapped when you are going to pick it up the next day. It is very helpful to people who only buy a few types and kinds of clothing maybe due to limited space or they are just being minimalistic.

7 Folds Laundry prices are very competitive. They offer services at a lesser cost than any other shops in the metro but they don't sacrifice the quality.

While waiting for your clothes to be done, you may also choose to eat, to go online or just sit back and relax. The shop has enough space for you to eat. They can provide you with a table so you won't get hungry while waiting. Sit back and relax - yes relax because they have comfortable chairs and a nice green interior which will relax your sight and mind and take way all the stress brought to you by your pile of laundry. Wi-Fi is provided for free, bring your own coffee if you want.

Systematic labelling and storage

They offer other services for customer's convenience sometimes with no extra cost. To know more about this you may call or text us at 573-0566 / 0936-8823613.

Can't get enough of these choices? Please read on.

Self-Service options :

Wash.            - ₱65
Dry               - ₱65
Fold              - ₱30 (per load)
Extend Dry   - ₱15 (10 minutes)


Full Service options :

Regular         - ₱30 (5 kilos minimum)
Bedsheets.     - ₱45 (2 kilos minimum)
Comforters.   - ₱85 (2 kilos minimum)
Curtains.        - ₱75 (2 kilos minimum)



Other services offered :

Wash, Dry & Press    - ₱90 (3 kilos minimum)
Press Only                 - ₱70 (3 kilos minimum)
Extra Hanger             - ₱10 (per piece)
Shoe cleaning            - starts at ₱200 (per pair)

Rushed items are charged double.

Innovative, user-friendly washers and driers

Your branch of choice, below:

La Salle
78 Noli St. cor. Fidel Reyes St., Zone 78, Brgy. 708, Malate, Manila
(Behind SMDC Green Residences Taft Ave., beside De La Salle University Campus)
Tel. No: 526-7288
Mobile No: 0926-340-8663


Malate
2202 Chua Bldg. Leveriza st. near cor. Quirino Ave., Malate, Manila
(Behind Assumption Parish Church near cor. Quirino Ave.)
Tel. No: 247-3480
Mobile No: 0917-727-4522

7 Folds Malate branch is just 5 minutes walk from the nearest MRT station

Roosevelt Quezon City
313D VillaAzor Bldg. Roosevelt Ave., Brgy. San Antonio, Muñoz, Quezon City
(Across BPI Family Savings Bank and beside Robinsons Bank)
Tel. No: 573-0566
Mobile No: 0936-822-3613

Have you tried laundry shops too? How was the experience? Can you say it is more convenient and cost-efficient?

Peppa Pig Celebrations Live at the Theater Solaire 2019

Circles Entertainment is bringing in our beloved Peppa Pig on a live performance which will be held on at The Theater at Solaire on August 24 & 25, 2019. There will be 2 shows per day, 2pm and another one at 5pm.

Peppa Pig’s Celebration tells the story of how truly special it is to collect and treasure shared memories.

The play starts off as Peppa Pig arrives home to a special surprise Mummy Pig has been secretly working on. Peppa and George both too curious to wait, so Mummy Pig shares with them the surprise Family Photo Album, where they find a collection of precious pictures.

This charming 85-minute* live show, is filled with family fun, friendship, teamwork, giant bouncing balls, lots of new songs, surprises and of course, snorts of laughter! We will be taken on a fun musical journey to remember with some of the family’s favorite memories which we are certain the whole family will love.

Hurry and secure your tickets now at Ticket World via this link http://bit.ly/peppapig2019

The shows are supported by our partners: Dr. Kong Philippines, Business Mirror, Business World & Philippine Star.


Watch the video here :

https://youtu.be/zRBH7SVJ6f8

Shopee and Unilever's #BeautyThatCares Sale, Championing charity through e-commerce

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, teams up with Unilever to launch the #BeautyThatCares sale from August 7 to 9. Consumers can get exclusive freebies, deals, and discounts up to 75% off when they buy from Unilever brands like Cream Silk, Closeup, Love Beauty and Planet, and more on Shopee.

Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing, Shopee Philippines, said, “We are very happy and excited for the Unilever #BeautyThatCares Sale, which allows us to support inspiring advocacy groups. Shopee has always believed in promoting the empowerment of people, equality in society, and environmental conservation, which is why this partnership is important to us. We hope that our users are inspired by the campaign and learn more about these advocacies.”

Shopee and Unilever’s #BeautyThatCares campaign will support three organizations namely UNICEF, the LGBT Chamber of Commerce, and Future Faces.

 
Cream Silk will be partnering with UNICEF, the leading organization that helps children around the world fight for their rights and reach their potential. 

 
Meanwhile, CloseUp is teaming up with the LGBT Chamber of Commerce, a group that promotes workplace equality. 

Lastly, environment-conscious line Love Beauty and Planet will be supporting Future Faces, a student-led group that provides nutritious meals to children in impoverished areas"

The special sale will run from August 7 to 9 and features discounts up to 75% off. Early-bird buyers on August 9 can also look forward to freebies including t-shirts, drawstring bags, and limited edition products with a special #BeautyThatCares packaging.

Shop the Unilever #BeautyThatCares sale at https://shopee.ph/BeautyThatCares.

Visit the Shopee website at https://shopee.ph/ and download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Doraemon celebrates its 20th year in Philippine TV with Doraemon's Gadget Park, happening in select SM Supermalls

Doraemon, a manga series written and illustrated by Fujiko F. Fujio, the pen name of the duo Hiroshi Fujimoto and Motoo Abiko; has also been adapted into a successful anime series and media franchise. The story revolves around a robotic cat named Doraemon, who travels back in time from the 22nd century to aid a boy named Nobita Nobi.

The first full story in the Doraemon manga series was published in January 1970. A pre-advertisement for the manga was published in six different magazines in December 1969. A total of 1,345 stories were created in the original series, which are published by Shogakukan. It is one of the best-selling manga in the world, having sold over 100 million copies as of 2015.

Doraemon has captured the hearts of the Filipinos since it was first shown on TV in 1999. The 90's kids rushed home from school each day to be able to watch their favorite anime show on TV. That's when the "Ang Mahiwagang Mensahe" became a household phrase. Since then, Doraemon has become a part of every Filipino kid's childhood.

This 2019, Doraemon is celebrating its 20th Anniversary in Philippine TV. And to celebrate this exciting milestone, with every Filipino who grew up watching the TV show, Doraemon will be having the Doraemon's Gadget Park Mall Tour which is happening this July to October 2019 in partnership with SM Group of Malls. This coincides with Doraemon TV series being back on air since last May 27, 2019 at ABS-CBN'S YEY Channel, from 5pm to 6pm every Monday to Friday. These are new episodes with a new storyline of Doraemon's adventures! ABS-CBN'S IWant mobile app also has the episodes for anytime, anyday binge-watching.

Doraemon will let the Philippine market ba part of the exciting experience of entering Doraemon's world with the 20 Doraemon 3d lifesize display and Doraemon interactive activities - a first in the Philippines. For the first time, AIPH Marketing Services will be ringing these attractions to young adults and families in major shopping malls nationwide!

Doraemon's Gadget Park mall tour will be happening in the following malls:

SM Mall of Asia, July 19 - 30, 2019
SM City of Dasmarinas, August 16- 25, 2019
SM City Cebu, October 11- 20, 2019


And to make the event more exciting, Doraemon's Gadget Park will showcase limited Doraemon merchandise at the pop-up store within the event area. All the Doraemon merchandise will only be available during the event period.

July is really an exciting month for Doraemon as SM Cinema bring the Doraemon Movie "Nobita's Chronicles of the Moon Exploration" starting on July 24, 2019 at SM Cinema nationwide. Book your tickets through the website, www.smcinema.com or download the SM Cinema mobile app.

Be part of this once in a lifetime experience, as we bring Doraemon closer to the Filipinos. Join us this July at SM Mall of Asia as we launch the Doraemon's Gadget Park Mall Tour.

For more information about Doraemon's Gadget Park, please visit Doraemon official facebook page:
DoraemonPH and AnimationInternationalPH.

See Doraemon come to life in the following videos :

Bacolod Trains the Spotlight on Rum-Making in Upcoming Festival

Just as wineries flourished in the Napa Valley, so did sugarcane plantations in Negros. And just as wine-making became a prominent industry in that region of California, so did rum-making in the city of Bacolod. Tanduay, which has been hailed as the world’s number one rum for the second straight year, celebrates the source of its world-class product the sugarcanes of the island.

“We are proud to have our city associated with the sugarcane as this humble plant has produced many of the country’s world-class products. Negros is already known for being one of the sugar centers of the Philippines. Now, we also want to promote the city as the place where our proudly Philippine-made rum products are made,” said former Bacolod City Councilor Em Ang, who spearheaded the holding of the Rum Festival during her last term in office.

Sponsored by Tanduay, the Rum Festival will run from August 17 to 24. During the event, the organizers aim to highlight the importance of the sugarcane in its history as well as give a toast to the talent and skill of Filipinos.

“The Tanduay Rum Festival is going to be a big celebration. We want people to join us as we raise a glass to rum-making and the Filipino talent and craftsmanship not just in Bacolod, but in the entire country,” said Tanduay Chief Marketing Officer Paul Lim.

Prior to the week of the Rum Festival, Tanduay will hold a Barrel Art Painting Competition in Robinsons Place, Bacolod. The barrels will be on display during an exhibit at Robinsons. During week-long event, an open kitchen and mixology contest will take place on Aug. 17 (Saturday) at the New Government Center (NGC) Grounds. It will also be the start of a weeklong food bazzar at the NGC. On Aug. 23, rapper Mike Swift will be bringing his team of artists to collaborate with local artists of Bacolod in painting a basketball court. On Aug. 24, the last day of the event, several activities will ensue. They include a street dance parade and contest, a 5k Rum Run, and a concert featuring artists from Bacolod and Raymond Marasigan’s Sandwich band.

For inquiries on how you can join the Tanduay Rum Festival activities and contests, send an email to events@eggshell.ph. You can also visit the Tanduay Rum Festival Facebook page for updates.

Mag-Pinggang Pinoy Tayo!

Philippines has been facing a rise in the number of underweight and overweight Filipinos for more than 20 years. The World Health Organization (WHO) defined this phenomenon as the “Double Burden of Malnutrition” or the “prevalence of both undernutrition and overweight in the same community, nation, or region.”

To address this problem, our government launched the Pinggang Pinoy® campaign in 2014. Pinggang Pinoy® is an easy-to-understand food guide showing proper food group portioning on a per-meal basis. This reflects the principles of MOderation, VAriety and BAlance (MOVABA) to promote healthier eating habits.

Solving the Philippines’ Double Burden of Malnutrition should be a collaborative effort between the public and private sectors as it is not an easy feat. With this, Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation partnered with government agencies to conduct education programs to raise awareness and promote the practice of Pinggang Pinoy® in malnutrition hotspots, where incidences of Double Burden Malnutrition are high. This training was given to homemakers/mothers who have malnourished (underweight, stunting, wasting, overweight and obese) school-aged children.

The pilot run resulted to improvements of the knowledge & attitudes of households related to the practice of Pinggang Pinoy® within target areas. However, behavior changes towards healthier eating habits remains to be a challenge. The program uncovered a number #MalnutritionTraps that some Pinoy households easily fall into. The following #MalnutritionTraps provide a picture of how unhealthy eating habits may lead to Double Burden of Malnutrition:

Overconsumption of carbohydrates: Voracious rice eaters can easily fill half of their plates with rice. Others have pandesal & noodles as regular meal deprived of other nutrients derived from a well-balanced meal.

Under consumption of vegetables and/fruits: It is common for some to be content with rice & meat to satisfy their hunger and skip/take insufficient amount of vegetables/fruits. Fact is, the variety of colors found in Glow foods are important sources of vitamins & minerals to sustain our energy & keep us from getting sick.

Overconsumption of protein: Typical Filipino “SILOG” meals include double serving of proteins (e.g. Tapa+Itlog, Tocino+Itlog, Longanisa+Itlog, Bangus+Itlog). Eating different kinds of protein is fine for as long as they are taken in moderation. We must also avoid protein dishes served high in fat, cholesterol and sodium.

More stories about #MalnutritionTraps can be referenced from these documentary videos:

“Puro Carbs”

“Breakfast Skipper”

“Kulang sa Protina”

“Pamilya Unlirice


https://bit.ly/2ugrvec

https://bit.ly/2Fota83

https://bit.ly/2JnFV6B

https://bit.ly/2WdTCqC

To help Filipinos break free from #MalnutritionTraps, Ajinomoto’s Culinary Nutrition Team prepared Healthy & Delicious Pinggang Pinoy® Recipes, downloadable through https://bit.ly/2HIsfkj. Busy and budget-restricted homemakers will also find these Pinggang Pinoy® recipes useful because all are easy-to-do and affordable (P250/day for family of 5).

For updates about Mag-Pinggang Pinoy® Tayo!, visit www.ajinomoto.com.ph and facebook.com/CookmunitybyAjinomotoPH.