May 18, 2011 was the launch of Bounty Fresh Chic Mom Club held at Salon De Ning, The Manila Peninsula. The Bounty Fresh Chic Mom Club was created specifically with moms in mind. An online club for the hip, cool, chic and modern moms of today that contains helpful articles, tips on a variety of subjects such as fashion, travel, food & dining, events, recipes, etc. is not a bad way to go. To simply put it, the site is a one-stop shop for the modern moms on the run.
This said event also served as the awarding of the 5 winners of the Gucci and Louis Vuitton bags, a contest which was an initiative to promote the website, ran from December 2010 to March 2011 where registered members get a chance to win by accumulating as much referrals as they can, there were five (5) moms who went home with beaming smiles on their faces. Awarding of the "Take a Picture with Asia’s Best Chicken" was also one of the segments during the event, one (1) lucky mom who sent in a creative picture of her and her Bounty Fresh chicken won a trip to Boracay Island (airfare and accommodations) and one (1) winner of a Samsung Galaxy Tab.
Famous chefs such as Bruce Lim, Sau Del Rosario and others were also present. They shared their thoughts and opinions on why they choose to use Bounty Fresh chicken when they create magic in their kitchens.
And when you say "Bounty Fresh", the name Lea Salonga is instantly associated with the brand name. She wowed and silenced the audience while singing a medley of songs.
UNICEF Philippines is launching its first fundraising online auction entitled Auction for Action: A UNICEF Fundraising Online Auction to benefit children’s programs in the Philippines and worldwide (www.ebay.ph/unicef goes live on 25 May 2011). This unique online auction in partnership with Ayala Malls, Ebay.ph and Cibo brings together works of reputable artists in art, design, furniture, fashion, jewellery and photography along with exciting experiential packages.
Featured artists are: Manny Baldemor, Michael Cacnio, Celestina, Seb Chua, Kenneth Cobonpue, Araceli Limcaco Dans, Kristine Dee, Janina Dizon, Tom Epperson, Accessory Lab, Ito Kish, E. Billy Mondoñedo, Ramon Orlina, Debbie Palao, Ling Quisumbing Ramilo, Benji Reyes, Popo San Pascual, Vito Selma, Paul Syjuco, Ricky Toledo and Chito Vijandre of FIRMA/Felicity, Reg Yuson, and UNICEF Special Advocate for Children, Ms. Daphne Oseña Paez.
Galerie Joaquin artists such Jovan Benito, Jomar Delluba, Hamzah Marbella, Dominic Rubio and Juvenal Sanso are also participating.
Experiential packages include dinner by Chef Tonyboy Escalante of Antonio’s and dugout experience with the Philippine Football Team or Azkals on July 3 at the World Cup qualifier in Manila.
UNICEF Country Representative Vanessa Tobin shares, “This is a first for UNICEF Philippines. Our partnership with acclaimed artists via online auction helps us engage the public in a new and interesting way. As well as raising important funds for our work, we will be able to raise awareness of important issues affecting children in the most disadvantaged communities of the Philippines and worldwide.”
“I know a lot of people recognize UNICEF’s valuable work in children’s rights, but few realize that UNICEF relies entirely on voluntary contributions to support its work on the ground. I’ve helped them educate moms all over the country on maternal health, mortality and breastfeeding. This time, I want to help UNICEF raise awareness and funds for all their other goals: providing children with health care, access to safe water and sanitation, education, and protection from violence, abuse and exploitation,” said UNICEF Special Advocate for Children Daphne Oseña Paez.
For Daphne, “the response from artists has been very encouraging, to say the least. It feels incredible to be able to work with such prominent artists for a worthwhile cause. I’m a great fan of
their work, but now I’m in even greater awe of their kindness and generosity. They put a lot of love and devote a lot of time into everything they create, so I know that beyond the beautiful art piece, the artists are really sharing a part of themselves with UNICEF.“
Celebrity host and also a UNICEF Special Advocate for Children Bianca Gonzalez adds, “I’ve been working with UNICEF since 2007 and I’m very excited to be a part of this unique fundraising auction. Whilst online auctions are quite new to the Philippines, it’s very secure and the best thing is you can participate from anywhere in the country.”
Auction for Action: A UNICEF Fundraising Online Auction on www.ebay.ph/unicef will go live on May 25, 2011. Watch out for exciting items up for bidding and help make a difference for children.
About UNICEF:
UNICEF is on the ground in over 150 countries and territories to help children survive and thrive from early childhood through adolescence. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.
In the Philippines for over sixty years, UNICEF works through partners to reach disadvantaged children and communities to ensure children are healthy, educated and protected from harm. UNICEF is quick to respond in emergencies to ensure affected communities are reached and provided with services from local governments and other service providers.
* Daphne Oseña-Paez is the founder of the event. She's been working closely with the UNICEF team in conceptualizing, planning and putting this auction together.
* A supporter and fan of Philippine design, Daphne was able to gather artists and designers from all over the country and some abroad to contribute artworks for the auction. Most of them are donating their best works.
* Daphe describes the auction like a coming together of "rockstars" of the design world. This is not only a first for UNICEF but also a first in any auction locally.
*Victor Sollorano and Mich Dulce will also donate their artworks.
For more information, contact:
Pam Pagunsan, ppagunsan@unicef.org, Tel: 02-9010179, Mobile: 0920-9276239
Their genre, you could say, "undefined" is a fusion of jazz, soul and pop (based on amateur ears, me). Nice blending of music which is unique and not hard on the ears. Not so long ago, 3 years in fact (2008), 4 individuals met in the De La Salle University orchestra and decided to form the band named AJKA, a combination of their first names' initals. K.A. Antonio, the vocalist, JL Delas Llagas on guitars, Aaron Caligner on bass and Jon Pinto on drums.
Since then, they joined several competitions and had a handful of victories. Their major win was in the 2010 Nescafe 3-in-1 Soundskool college band search which earned them a recording contract with Sony Music Philippines.
Among the 5 finalists, they were eventually voted (via text votes) as 2010's Nescafe's 3-in-1 Soundskool champion, first time that a winner was decided via SMS. Their victory was also the first time that a female-fronted band won in this renowned competition.
A successful album launch was held at Club Phi, Metrowalk last April 28, attended by friends, supporters and some head honcos from Sony Music, the whole venue was full and there are some supporters who had to stand by the bar.
"Tanong Lang" coincidentally, their original song that won them their first band competition is actually the lead single of their album called "Undefined". KA said, "The lyrics says it all. It's a sweet flattery of questions confirming the real feelings of the person. Being the first ever single, this song began the band."
"Ako Naman" has a positive beat and states the person willing make the move to towards happiness and love.
My personal favorite track in the album is the song "Endless". It's about breaking away and moving on to find your way when a chapter in one's life ends.
Other tracks on the album: "In Denial" and "Down".
Produced by Jonathan Ong (Gloc9, Letter Day Story) and the Youth's Robert Javier.
Let's support our local talents. With AJKA, you cannot go wrong.
Having spent more than 3 hours watching the 3rd installation of the 2nd Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at SM Mall of Asia standing up, my family was tired to the core and famished. We hoped to find a restaurant that won't have a line waiting to be seated, yes, wishful thinking since it is already expected that most restaurants would be filled as soon as the fireworks display is over by 10PM.
With high hopes in our hearts, my brother Troy and I walked briskly (almost running) and scurried past hundreds of people strolling to look for a good place to eat. And viola! By a stroke of luck, we came across Tempura Japanese Grill with 1 table left unoccupied. Just like ants walking in a straight line, the rest of the family followed without asking.
We literally demanded for the menu since we were all so hungry. And again, we got lucky! Tempura is offering 50% markdown on maki, sushi and sashimi. How convenient since we basically order those each time we dine in Tempura!
A regular priced order of Maguro (tuna) sashimi is 190php, now it's 95php!
Sake (salmon) sashimi is now slashed down to 97.50php!
Sashimi offers an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fats, and other nutrients like selenium, niacin and vitamin B12, phosphorous, magnesium and vitamin B6.
Let us not forget the maki, for those who are not comfortable eating raw fish then maki sushi are for you. Maki is a rice roll with various ingredients rolled inside such as the famous California Maki which has kani (imitation crab meat), cucumber and mango. Ebi Salad Maki on the other hand has mango and asparagus topped with shrimp salad with nori (seaweed) flakes and sesame seeds.
Ebi Salad Maki
My personal favorite is the Uncle Sam's Maki which has mango, cucumber, shrimp and cream cheese in it topped with bacon and Japanese mayo.
Uncle Sam's Maki
Another interesting maki that Tempura offers is the Caterpillar Roll, yes, it sounds kind of gross but believe me, it's good, with unagi (eel), cream cheese and mango strips, how can you go wrong?
Caterpillar Roll
I'm sure that your mouth is starting to water so definitely head to your nearest Tempura Japanese Grill as soon as possible to take advantage of this marvelous promo. When we asked to settle the bill, it was almost unbelievable, there were 5 adults and 1 child at our table: 5 orders of sashimis, 5 orders of makis, drinks and fried rice for my son only amounted to less than 1200php. The 50% markdown is available throughout the week, Monday to Sunday and has a time frame of 2pm-5pm and 8pm-10pm.
Didn't get watch Usher live in Manila because of the outrageous price of the concert ticket? Wouldn't you want to be serenaded by Train with his song "Hey Soul Sister"? Gleeks out there, wouldn't you want to see the cast of GLEEbelt their hearts out? How about seeing Shakira swivel her hips in person so you'd know why hips don't lie? For the "young" at hearts, see Santana with his guitar prowess live! Yes, any of these could be a reality to you at no cost! Thanks to Coca-Cola.
I'm sure some of you have already heard about this in the airwaves, it's the Coca-Cola Any Concert Anywhere Promo. You get to watch any concert, anywhere in the world for free! So how can you take part in this promo? It's as simple as collecting a few bottle caps of either of the following products:
Five (5) Coca-Cola crowns of either Sakto, 8oz or 12oz OR
Five (5) Coca-Cola Zero 8oz crowns OR
Five (5) Sprite crowns of either 8oz or 12oz OR
Five (5) Royal Tru-Orange crowns of either 8oz or 12oz
Send in your name, complete birth date, complete address, contact number, signature and the concert of your choice (You may log on to www.coca-cola.com.phfor the list of artists/ concert/venues)on a piece of paper. Drop in designated drop boxes found in Coca-Cola sales offices and Ace Promo offices nationwide or mail your entries to Ace Promotion Offices.
Starting March 1, 2011, there will be one (1) winner everyday until March 30, 2011. Let's do the math. Thirty (30) lucky people will win a trip with accommodations for himself/herself and watch a concert of their choice anywhere in the world! Isn't that sweet? I repeat, thirty (30) winners with thirty (30) companions! Hold up! With this, your probability of winning is not far from reality!
Should you be one of the lucky few, your winnings would include:
Roundtrip economy air fare
Hotel accommodations for 3 days/2 nights
Pocket money up to $350 per winner
Concert tickets of your chosen artist
Transfers to the concert venue and back to the hotel
So what are you waiting for? Chug down your Coca-Cola products and start sending in your entries NOW! Collection of entries startsFebruary 21, 2011 and ends on March 28, 2011.
I will not bore you with all the mechanics and technicalities, all information you need to help you reach your dream concert/vacation can be found in http://anyconcertanywhere.coca-cola.com.ph/
Braving the business district jungle of Ortigas is not my thing. I always ride at the backside of an FX mainly because it's more spacious as compared to the middle where the pack in 4 people and you start feeling claustrophobic not to mention getting your co-passenger body scent clinging to you, no better than riding infront where the driver " accidentally" touches your left knee from time to time. Ugh!
But I did go to Ortigas to attend a class that would help me know more about ForEx and how to trade.
To date, 3.5 Billion is in circulation in the ForEx market. Some may ask, what is ForEx? Simple: it is the buying and selling of currencies and profiting from the currencies prices. Unlike buying stocks where you wait for the stock prices to go up and sell them for money, your investment in the ForEx market is always liquid, meaning your money is always in "money" form, only in a different currency.
The concept is simple, you buy money with money and you sell money for more money. The trading of ForEx, however, is a different story.
Good thing there is someone who can help you. Mark So, the co-founder and chairman of Businessmaker Academy. He started trading and investing in currencies back in 1998. I would say, almost 13 years in the industry, garnered him a lot of experiences and makes him qualified to teach/train in the subject of currency trading, not to mention 8 other businesses under his belt. Mark is very friendly and a jolly fellow. Approachable at all times when you start feeling a little dumb and not understand what he is saying but believe me, during the ForEx orientation and Fortune ForEx crash course that I attend, layman's terms is always in play so don't worry about feeling out of the loop.
Anyway, if you have a little spare time, why not attend the orientation for FREE? (Normally priced at 500php) The next one is scheduled for February 12, Saturday at the Philippine Stock Exchange, West Tower. The session is an overview of the industry and will help you decide whether ForEx trading is for you. It's only 2 hours and after that, you can go to Mega Mall to shop and do whatever you like since it's not that far.
By the way, this is not a get rich scheme and most definitely, this is NOT NETWORKING, wherein you work your ass off and your "business associates" benefits because they joined ahead of you. If and when you decide to do trading, you work for yourself and not for any company.
Having attended the crash course yesterday, I learned how to compute for profit or loss, understand the trending of the market and how to use the platform for trading (oh yeah, you trade online), been using a demo account in vain for over a month and I didn't know what I was doing. Learning was fun. After a long while, I am now the student and not the trainer. No more frustrations for me.
With that said, I will pursue my learning some more and enrolled in the full course. Good luck to me! Yey
It's not what you may think it is. What I meant is that I'm a virgin to blogging. It's a lazy afternoon and my non-blood-related brother, Myke, asked me if I want to start blogging to share my thoughts on various things. I got intrigued and I said yes. "Mommy blogger" is what he labeled me, in which, I opposed to right away. His label of me made me sound old and I am not. Since I was intrigued, I then proceed in asking him which site I should use, he then referred me here. I am very much interested to vent out my feelings and insights on things, thus,my decision to blog.
With my freshly made, warm, and yummy nacho chips with cheese and salsa resting beside me I am now in the process of learning the interface, how to fix the settings, etc.
What to write about? I actually love food/cooking so maybe once in a while that would be my topic amongst other things.
So here I go, taking a deep breath upon entering the bloggers' world...
