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One of the best Filipino cuisines is from the Western Visayas or the Ilonggo Region. The region offers a rich culinary heritage with a diverse range of flavors , making it a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts.  But not all can visit the region physically and try the experience.  Good news!  Thanks to the passion, dedication and continuous efforts of an Ilonggo in the city, Mr. Jurry Nabaja, now you can have a taste of these delectable cuisines nearby… thru Kape Longgo.   First Branch Kape Longgo Antipolo officially opened its doors to the public last May 14, 2023, in time for the Mother’s Day. Food enthusiasts longing to have a taste of Bacolod were welcomed with big smiles by the café staff and by the owner, Mr. Jurry Nabaja himself together with his family and friends. The Nabaja family  Councilor Masangkay of Antipolo and TV Director and Pililla Councilor Bobet Vidanes graced the opening and gave well-wishes to Kape Longgo. Antipolo City Coun...

  Vikings, Tong Yang strengthen partnership with PCPPI.  The multi-awarded restaurants recently renewed ties with PCPPI in a ceremonial contract signing in Makati City. Present during the event were (from left to right) PCPPI National Key Accounts - Food Service Director Alex Catindig, Vikings Operation Director Mia Bernardo, PCPPI Area Commercial Head Red Israel, Vikings Group President Jackson Go, PCPPI Region Commercial Head Mayette Guro, Vikings Group Sr. Supply Chain Manager Luzvie Sityar-Villanueva, PCPPI Customer Development Manager Joel Javier, and Vikings Operation Director Hazel Rodriguez.   Vikings Luxury Buffet Restaurant (Vikings), the Philippines’ largest buffet-style dining destination, Tong Yang, the premium unlimited grill and shabu-shabu restaurant, recently renewed their long-term partnership with Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI). Under the agreement, the two restaurants will exclusively serve PCPPI’s well-loved beverage brands in all ...

    Summer spells active fun under the sun. With the hot weather, more Filipinos embrace the great outdoors to spend time with friends or learn new skills and sports. But with the sweltering heat, the body loses more than water, as valuable nutrients to regulate basic functions are used up at quicker rates. Medical journals and health experts warn that the likelihood of getting dehydrated is high during summertime. If not addressed immediately, the effects of dehydration may be irreparable and require lifelong treatment. Therefore, the World Health Organization (WHO) reminds everyone to hydrate regularly and pay close attention to how much sugar is consumed during the dry season.   Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI), the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the country, supports this call by encouraging Filipinos to fight dehydration while staying fit and active with Gatorade No Sugar . This electrolyte drink helps recover the body’s lost...

  SM Development Corporation (SMDC) has, once again, proven that the key to being the best is to provide a memorable, one-of-a-kind customer experience. The Dot Property Southeast Asia “Best Developer” brought Gigi De Lana and The Gigi Vibes to the SMDC Date Night stage last April 26 at the SMX Convention Center, culminating the successful series of open house activities they held all throughout the weekends of April in select ready-for-occupancy (RFO) properties and SMDC showrooms. Hundreds of prospective property buyers and investors enjoyed the exclusive concert, instantly turning the venue into a standing-room party place the moment Gigi, together with The Gigi Vibes, stepped onstage. The social media sensation serenaded everyone with chart-topping love songs, and encouraged guests to get up and dance to their dance hit covers. Gigi De Lana and The Gigi Vibes are only one of the roster of noteworthy SMDC Date Night performers this year — along with “Prince of Pop” Eri...

Mother’s Day weekend will become a much more beautiful and blooming occasion. Ortigas Malls, in partnership with the Ikenobo Ikebana Society of Manila No. 67, unveiled its ikebana exhibit in Estancia Mall at Capitol Commons, Pasig City on May 12.   Since being established in Kyoto, Japan in 1983, the Ikenobo Ikebana Society has educated people around the world on the centuries-old Japanese art of flower arrangement. Its 67th chartered chapter located in Manila has brought Filipinos closer to the art form through immersive workshops, and now, its exhibit in Estancia Mall, “Homage to Mama, the Ikenobo Ikebana Way!”   “We want people to see the beautiful art form of ikebana , and learn how these flower arrangements can beautify our homes and our lives,” said Arch. Renee Bacani, Ortigas Malls Vice-President. “We’re grateful for the Ikenobo Ikebana Society of Manila for bringing beauty and joy to Estancia Mall during Mother’s Day weekend.”   The exhibit’s opening ...

SunAsia Energy Inc. and Blueleaf Energy have secured contracts from the Philippine government to build and operate the world’s largest floating solar project in the Philippines , which has a cumulative capacity of over 610.5 megawatts (MW). The move is viewed as a milestone in the country’s energy sector, with the Department of Energy (DoE) issuing the first set of Solar Energy Operating Contracts (SEOCs) for a total 1.3 gigawatts (GW) in floating solar projects. In September 2022, Blueleaf Energy, a stand-alone portfolio company of Macquarie, signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. state visit in Singapore. The company made a commitment to significantly increase its sustainable infrastructure investments in the Philippines. In partnership with SunAsia Energy, Blueleaf Energy is jointly developing the large-scale floating solar facility on Laguna Lake, spanning the growing cities of Calamba, Sta. Rosa and Cabuyao, and the towns of Bay and Victor...

Multi-platinum recording artist Moira Dela Torre takes the stage at Blue Bay Walk, Metro Park on May 12, 2023, for a night of heartwarming concert experience.   Moira has amassed a strong following through the years both here and abroad. Her soulful voice and pierce-through-the-heart lyrics have dominated the charts and streaming platforms alike.   Tickets Blue Bay Walk and Met Live mall-goers have a chance to redeem free tickets for the one-night-only concert at The Garden of Blue Bay Walk. A minimum single-receipt transaction from any Blue Bay Walk and MET Live establishments made from May 5 to 12, 2023 entitles a shopper to free tickets to watch the concert live.   To claim tickets, present the receipt/s at the redemption booths located at Ground Floor of MET Live and The Spine, Blue Bay Walk. Ticket redemption will be from May 10 (Wednesday) to May 12 (Friday), 11AM - 8PM only.   Master Planned Community in Bay Area Metro Park, a Federal Land ...