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MANILA, April 28, 2023 – Jack Daniel’s® and Coca-Cola are launching Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola alcoholic ready-to-drink (aRTD) in the Philippines.   Made with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola aRTD premium cocktail is inspired by one of the most popular bar cocktails around the world.   Last year, Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola announced that they would be teaming up to provide adults in markets around the world with this new drink option to enjoy. The Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola pre-mixed cocktail is inspired by one of the world’s most popular branded “bar calls” – a cocktail ordered with specific brand names – in a convenient, ready-to-drink format. The premium cocktail from these two iconic brands is now hitting shelves nationwide in the Philippines. “We are excited that Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola ready-to-drink cocktail is expanding to new markets, including the Philippines, allowing more fans of the classic cocktail...

  Your smile does say a lot about you. That is because oral health is a key to long-lasting wellbeing and quality of life, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). It’s a truth often overlooked that the mouth is a portal for overall health. It’s where both nutrition and disease enter the body, so it’s important to show it attention. Keeping mouth, teeth and oral microbiome healthy is a critical path to feeling safe and protected. Having a healthy and happy smile is also important in building self-confidence as it allows you to interact with others without any discomfort and hesitation. This is why observing proper oral hygiene, such as brushing and flossing every day, is a must to keep our mouths (and our smiles) healthy. Good oral care can also help prevent issues like cavities, gum diseases, and bad breath by maintaining the balance of bacteria in our mouths and keeping the harmful ones under control. Without a solid daily routine, it’s easier for dental problems to...

Fashion designer Happy Andrada-Gras and former Sofitel and MGallery F&B executive Tanguy Gras have unveiled their latest creation in style. But unlike most of Happy’s couture work, this one is rather epicurean than vogue. Their marriage has conceived the fulfillment of a long-time dream: H&T Wine Gallery, a gourmet deli and wine bar in Kamuning, Quezon City. Located on the first level below Happy’s atelier, H&T Wine Gallery is not your typical bar and retail store. With only a seating capacity of 18, this hole-in-the-wall is a dream world for Happy and Tanguy, transporting guests from barong to baguette within the confines of their quirky imaginations. Couple Owners Happy Andrada-Gras and Tanguy Gras at the H&T Wine Gallery Launch A bar with personalities At the launch of H&T Wine Gallery, Happy brought in 15 new designs that showcase Filipino and French styles, paying homage to the couple’s heritage and how everything all began. “We began H&T as an on...

As the summer season brings in intense heat, staying indoors and relying on your room air conditioning (AC) unit becomes necessary to counter the scorching weather. However, constantly using an AC unit can lead to higher energy consumption, which translates to higher electricity bills. Here are some tips from our technical experts from Hanabishi to efficiently use and maintain your air conditioning unit while keeping your energy consumption and costs down:   Set your AC unit to a comfortable temperature:   The ideal temperature for an AC unit is between 23 and 26 degrees Celsius. Lowering the temperature to the lowest possible setting can result in a spike in energy consumption.   Use a fan to complement your AC unit:   Using a fan can help distribute cool air more evenly throughout the room, allowing you to set your AC unit at a higher temperature and consume less energy.   Keep windows and doors closed:   Keeping doors and windows closed while...

    For farmers like Albencencio Regodos, Jr. and other members of the Lamac Multi-Purpose Cooperative, Jollibee Group Foundation’s Farmer Livelihood Recovery Program is a big help as they recover from the impact of typhoons and disasters.     MANILA, Philippines. – Out of the 193 countries evaluated for the 2022 World Risk Index report,  unfortunately, the Philippines ranked first based on the risk of experiencing disaster or vulnerability to extreme natural events such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and drought .   Jointly developed with the United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security, the report is published by the Bündnis Entwicklung Hilft and the Institute for International Law of Peace and Armed Conflict at Ruhr University Bochum.   To help smallholder farmers who are greatly affected by natural disasters, Jollibee Group Foundation —the social development arm of Jollibee Group —established the Farmer L...

  Her Excellency H.E.  Răduţa Dana Matache     of the Embassy of Romania in the Philippines and Palau invited her few friends and partners in her home at Dasmariñas Village to try the different wines from Romania with sumptuous spread to pair with.   Supported by the different diplomats in attendance that includes ambassadors from Poland, USA, and Singapore among others. Rising Tigers Magazine CMO, Andria Terese Nicolas celebrated her birthday at the residence of Romanian ambassador with great wine, berries, cheese and pretzels also. Her favorite wine is the first one in the line of 5 flavors that was prepared for the night. Romanian Ambassador Raduta Dana Matache with Andria Terese Nicolas A rising star amongst wine drinkers in the Philippines, rosé wine is a refreshing and crisp pink wine perfect for summer days and the favorite of most attendees.   According to research, Wine production in the region that is now modern Romania dates back to ancient times...

SM Supermalls, in collaboration with its corporate social responsibility arm, SM Cares , the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) , local government units and partner schools and organizations joined the rest of the world in celebrating Earth Day at SM malls nationwide on April 22, 2023.   1700 children celebrate Earth Day at SM malls nationwide.   With the theme "Invest In Our Planet, Invest In Our Youth," SM Supermalls and SM Cares lined up various activities that aimed to raise awareness among children and their families about the importance of coming together across various sectors to take care of the environment. SM malls nationwide simultaneously held relevant and impactful celebrations with activities such as Children’s Storytelling, Coloring, and Sustainability Tours, gathering 1700 children and 350 employee volunteers. These activities aimed to encourage everyone in the family, particularly the young ones, to protect and respect Mother Ear...