HIGHLANDS CORNED BEEF | The Premium Breed of Corned Beef

 

Corned beef has always been one of the favorite food of our family. Known to be high in protein and very filling, I prefer serving corned beef especially in the morning. There are many brands of corned beef in the market, those who offer high-quality are also expensive. Good thing there’s a new premium corned beef that’s not only superior quality but also affordable. 

Recently, a new Premium Breed of Corned Beef was launched at the Blue Leaf, McKinley Hill. The grand launch was witnessed by TV Personalities, Media and Bloggers including me. Present in the said event are the Premium Breed of Exceptional Talents and endorser Jake Cuenca, James Younghusband, Paul Soriano, Luke Landrigan and Angelo Cacciatore.  

 

Angus Beef has been a popular choice in fine dining restaurants and steak houses for its tender meat and rich beef taste. Now, Angus steak lovers will be thrilled to know that their favorite high-quality beef can now be found in a can of Highlands Corned Beef.

During the product launch, I got to taste this new premium Angus Corned Beef. It has long strands and very juicy, taste is good not too salty which could mean that it has no artificial flavors.  At home, I enjoyed eating it with a pita bread or simply hot pandesal with some lettuce and cheese. It’s very filling, best served for breakfast or just anytime of the day.

Highland Corned Beef is the very first corned beef in the market that’s made with Angus Beef. A good beef starts with a good breed and Angus is a premium breed of cattle that gives high-quality beef. It's filled with rich beef taste of Angus and has long and juicy strands without artificial flavors, so expect a natural taste of Angus beef. It is known to be very expensive due to its superior quality and taste. But now we can enjoy the premium taste of Angus Beef without spending a great deal of money. Highlands Corned Beef is available at a reasonable price for only P41.50 per 180g.

Representing the Premium Breed of Exceptional Talents and endorser of Highlands Corned Beef: Jake Cuenca - Versatile in playing different role and who wants every role to be unique and authentic; James Younghusband - the English-Filipino midfielder for the RP National Football teal also known as the “Azkals”; Paul Soriano - A perfectionist and very passionate about his work, he makes sure that the heart of his stories is always told well; Luke Landrigan - the first Filipino to become a part of the Billabong South East Asia Surf Team and he also represents surfing in the Philippines and Angelo Cacciatore, has an extensive knowledge in ballet dancing but his skills are not limited to the genre, as he can perform any type of dance.

Why these new breed of talents love their HIGHLANDS CORNED BEEF?

“If you love steak like I do, you’ll surely love Highlands Corned Beef.” – James

“It’s exciting to know that it’s the first corned beef out there that’s made with Angus Beef, it really pays to be a breed apart.” – Jake

“I like how Highlands Corned Beef has no artificial flavors, you an tell it’s all natural Angus Beef with the richness of the beef’s taste.” – Luke

“Good beef starts with the breed, and Highlands Corned Beef is definitely a premium breed.” – Angelo

“Highlands Corned Beef is a breed apart from my old corned beef since it’s made with the high-quality Angus beef.” – Paul

Highlands Corned Beef are now available at all supermarkets and convenient stores nationwide.

Visit their website at http://highlands.com.ph/ and Facebook Page

 

 

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The Ms. Resorts World Manila Grand Coronation Night

NEWPORT Performing Arts, Resorts World Manila – After several week of waiting, finally the much awaited Ms. Resorts World Grand Coronation Night held on August 27, 2011 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila. 28 lovely candidates vying for the title Ms. Resorts World Manila 2011, each has unique and exemplified beauty, intelligence, charm, poise and grace but only one will win the title as Ms. Resorts World 2011.

After arduous elimination process, RWM is ready to crown its new princess who will serve as the spokesperson for the first integrated tourism destination in the Philippines.

The event was hosted by MTV VJ Sarah Meier and Model TV Host Rovilson Fernandez.. Newport Theater was filled with excitement each time the candidates ramped and project at the stage.


Panel of Judges: Azkal’s Star Player Anton Del Rosario, Showbiz Columnist Dolly Carvajal, RWM Officials Colin Kerr, Steve Reilly and Sviatlana Burkun and VivaFilms Vincent Del Rosario among others.

The event started with the grand entrance of stunning beauties in golden casual attire.


Next, candidates in swimsuit.

 

The Candidates in their evening gown.

 

Pamela Sue Nieva received the Special Award as Miss Photogenic, Ms. Liezl Verses for the Best in Long Gown and Miss Talent goes to Ms. Angela Luz Abuallata.

The Top 12 Finalist:

Princess Angela Abella, Ladylyn Riva, Kriza Charisse Argana, Jo Ann Peria, Reina Mae Maerina, Pauleen Conde, Liezl Verses, Pamela Sue Nieva, Angela Luz Abuallata, Sabrina Jane Watts, Princess Leiza Manzon and Cara Rodriguez.

 

The Top 5 Finalist:

Ladylyn Riva, Princess Angela Abella, Liezl Verses, Reina Mae Meirina and Kriza Charisse Argana

Ms. Wendy Tabusalla, Resorts World 2010 Grand Winner

Second Runner-up, Kriza Charisse Argana received P100,000

 

First Runner-up, Ladylyn Riva receives P250,000. Ms. Riva also won the titles Ms. Maxims and Best in Swimsuit.

 

And the Ms. Resorts World Manila 2011 goes to Ms. Princess Angela Abella! 23 year old young lady will receive P500,000. Aside from that she was awarded as Darling of the Press and Ms. Viva Talent.



Ms. Princess Angela Abella will be the spokesperson for the first integrated tourism destination in the Philippines.

This year marked the second edition of Ms. Resorts World Pageant. It was celebrated with world class production and special performances from top artists like Martha Joy of Kaos, Cast of the soon to open musical The Sound of Music and Leo Valdez.

The Great DOLE® Cook-Off!

 

DOLE® – the world’s producer and marketer of high-quality fresh fruits and vegetables and packaged foods committed to promote health and nutrition evident in their world array of quality products such as canned pineapple solids, canned mixed fruits, canned beverages and packed fruit snack, launched a new line of delectable tomato sauces through an exciting cook-off.

Held on August 26 at the Magsaysay Institute for Hospitality and Culinary Arts (MIHCA), the Great Dole Cook-Off was a smashing success. Attended by food aficionados, chefs, media and bloggers. We were welcomed by Chef Jeremiah de Belen Favia Favia, popularly known as “Chef Jeremy” one of the rising young chefs in television today.

In line with continuing their long heritage of healthy food products, Dole Philippines Packaged Foods Division launches their tomato sauce through the Great Dole Cook-Off!.  The Cook-Off was divided into two segments that highlights the use of Dole Tomato Sauce in the recipes. The first segment is a cooking demonstration by Chef Jeremy and the second a cook-off between bloggers with Chef Jeremy and a Dole Representative as judges.

Sharing a video of the Dole Cook Off with Chef Jeremy Favia.

Dole Cook-Off Event at MIHCA

Two delectable dishes prepared by Chef Jeremy: Cherry Tomato and Eggplant Ragu Penne and Dory Braised in Tomato Sauce.

After the cooking demo, it was cook-off time among the guests. Using Dole Tomato sauces was the theme ingredient of the culinary clash and foodie were able to try first-hand the world-class consistency of Dole’s line of tomato sauces. Guests showed off their cooking skills and battled it out to make the most scrumptious dishes in an exciting competition. Judges Chef Jeremy and Poch Zenarosa, Dole Philippines Packaged Foods Division’s Product Manager had a hard time choosing whose cuisine stands among the rest but at the end there was only one winner. Juan Manila’s (juanmanilaexpress.com) version of Cherry Tomato and eggplant Ragu Penne was the best says Chef Jeremy.

Truly, it was a night of fun and learning new recipes plus sampling delectable dishes using Dole’s new line of tomato sauces. Another gastronomic adventure and a full-stomach after.

About the New Dole Tomato Sauce

DOLE® Tomato Sauce is naturally rich in lycopene, thick, flavorful and generously blended with the finest herbs and spices to make our everyday dishes truly extraordinary. Available in 115g, 200g, 250g and 1 Kg pouches.

Cooked tomatoes, such as those found in Dole Tomato Sauce has up to five times more of the antioxidant LYCOPENE than fresh tomatoes. It’s also rich in Vitamins A, C and K that promotes good eyesight, builds resistance to infection and healthy blood functions.

My Dole® Banana Morning Motto

 

What is your favorite motto? – this question reminds me of my grade school and high school days when I used to make and answered slum notes.  I bet, you also made your own personalized slum notes and have more than one motto. I can still remember those years when I wrote down all inspiring and romantic motto. 

Aside from the slum notes and diaries, where did you write your favorite motto? Slum notes maybe obsolete and gone but we can still find those cute statements written on our friend’s social networking sites like facebook and twitter. 

It’s been more than 20 years the last time I memorized and write down my favorite motto and this time I’m doing it again and guess where I wrote it…

Yes, it’s on a DOLE® Cavendish banana! Why banana? because I have several favorite motto to post and share everyday just like my favorite daily treat – a DOLE® BANANA is always available at convenient stores and supermarkets. That means, there’s no reason we can’t get the daily required vitamins and minerals our body needs.

Dole Bananas are packed with vitamins and minerals needed by our body to fight against daily stresses, illnesses and other nutritional deficiencies. It’s rich in potassium which are vital for heart’s muscle activity. So, if you feel like having a tingling and numbing sensation on muscles of your extremities, go grab a piece of banana. Aside from Potassium, it’s also rich in vitamin C and A which fights against many illnesses and strengthens our immune system. Dehydrated and patients suffering from diarrhea are advised to include banana on their diet (BRAT – Banana, Rice, Apple and Tea).

Aside from the great benefits of a banana, Dole is giving away exciting prizes as Dole® Philippines recently launched Banana Morning Motto contest. It will run from August 5 to September 4, 2011.

So instead of writing your morning motto on a slum notes why not try writing it down on a DOLE® Banana and have a DOLE Banana Morning Motto! Joining is easy and fun, I just joined! Here’s the link to my entry, hope you’ll visit and like it as well.

1. Purchase a Dole Banana Cavendish, write down your Motto on it and take a picture of your Dole Banana with the Motto and the Dole Logo Sticker attached to it. 

2. Like Dole Fresh Philippines Facebook Fan Page

3. Click the Banana Morning Motto Application on the left side

4. Simply UPLOAD a PHOTO of your Morning Motto written on a DOLE®
Cavendish Banana (make sure you’ve got the Dole sticker in place).

5. Your entry will be included in the Banana Morning Gallery

6. Share it with your friends to get votes and increase your chances of winning.

The contest runs for four weeks, until September 4, 2011 – where 1 winning entry per week is awarded amazing prizes such as an Executive Massage Gift Certificate from The Spa, as well as FREE ten (10) sessions of Zumba Classes.

So the next time you go into your nearest convenient store or supermarket, make sure you grab a dose of Potassium and other nutrients with a DOLE® Cavendish Banana and inspire others by uploading your Banana Morning Motto and voting for the best motto that you like!

For more details, visit Dole Fresh Philippines on Facebook, Frequently asked questions

Per DTI-NCR Permit #5769 . Series of 2011

 

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EBE DANCEL Encourages Aspiring Singers to Join the “2nd Elements National Singing Songwriting Camp”

 

ASPIRING singers ages 18 to 25 who are citizens and residents of the Philippines are all invited to apply in 7101 Music Nation’s much awaited and highly anticipated “2nd ELEMENTS National Singing and Songwriting Camp.”

Recording artist and singer Ebe Dancel, who recently released “Dalawang Mukha ng Pag-ibig” his maiden full-length album as a solo artist under Warner Music Philippines says that “Elements National Singing and Songwriting Camp” is a once in a lifetime event that every aspiring singer and songwriter should be part of,

 “Aspiring singer and songwriter should apply because people like Ryan Cayabyab, Gray Valenciano, and Gary Granada…they want the proverbial torch to burn bright when it passed on to them [the aspiring singers and songwriters].”

Dancel who wrote all 10 tracks of his current CD including its carrier singer “Muli” also explains that the camp is an opportunity for aspiring singers and songwriters to bond and learn from the mentors,

“What makes this camp different from other camps is that camper can get to hang out with Noel Cabangon and Jay Durias for instance and share a table with them, there’s a lot of interaction. They will surely learn a lot from the mentors and it’s really fun!”

7101 Music Nation is the brainchild of three music aficionados namely its Artistic Director, Maestro Ryan Cayabyab; its Chief Executive Officer, established businessman Julio D. Sy, Jr.; and its Chief Operating Officer, music industry maven Twinky Lagdameo. The goal of the company is to build platforms that will gather Filipino artists and musicians and promote the sharing of ideas and talents to further uplift Filipino musicality and artistry. The ELEMENTS National Songwriting Camp is the group’s pilot project and it should be noted that after the successful hosting the Camp for songwriters last year, a new track has been added this time to include singers.

The camp is also OPEN to ALL ASPIRING Songwriters ages 18 to 35 who are citizens and residents of the Philippines.

There are a limited number of slots for each track and a select group of established and highly respected singers and songwriters shall screen and audition the participants for the singing and songwriters slots. A total of 30 singers and 30 songwriters will be chosen to join this year’s Camp which takes place in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from Nov 6 to 10.

Applicants for the songwriting track must submit an .mp3 of an original composition, lyrics to the uploaded song, and a two-minute video answering the question “why they should be accepted to the Camp.” The video should also include footage of the song being performed by themselves of with a guest singer.

On the other hand, applicants for the singing track, must submit a video of themselves singing an original Filipino song plus and also a two-minute video answering the question whey they should be accepted to the Camp. The song must be performed a capella, No entries with instrumentation or a band will be considered.

The video must be a 5-10mb and in any one of these formats: .mp4, .avi, or .mov. Each applicant can only apply once as either as a singer or as a songwriter. They cannot apply for both tracks.

The five-day camp will include workshops, lectures, talks, one-on-one consultations, group collaborations and presentations, etc. under the tutelage of some of the country’s top Artists including Ryan Cayabyab, Joey Ayala, Gary Valenciano, Jett Pangan, Noel Cabangon, Jim Paredes, Gabby Alipe of Urbandub, Ebe Dancel, Jungee Marcelo, Raimund Marasigan, Gary Granada, Jed Madela, Dulce, Jimmy Antiporda, Angeli Valenciano and Jay Durian, among many others.

Dancel further explains that in a lot of ways, the camp is contributing to the growth and improvement of the local music industry. “This camp aims to help the local music industry because the mentors are there to help aspiring singers and songwriters to hone their skills because someday the stage will be theirs and the camp wants to help them to get ready for that.”

The application process is solely online and interested applicants may visit www.7101musicnation.com.ph

Deadline for application is August 31, 2011

For more info, visit 7101 Music Nation website and their Facebook Page by clicking here 

 

 

Related Post:  7101 Music Nation Launches' 2nd Elements National Singing Songwriting Camp

The Kaya Natin! Champions| Inspiring Stories of Good Governance and Leadership in the Philippines Volume 1

 

It was October 2010 when I attended a book launch, “Jesus Sets Us Free” by Archbishop Socrates B. Villegas. It’s a compilation of  homilies by Father Soc and it aims to enlighten us through reflection and deep appreciation for prayer as tool for peace. I already finished reading the book and honestly, I still keep coming back and find time to read it all over again. I plan to create a blog post, to share how it inspires me and taught me the power of deep prayer.

Recently, I attended another book launch, a story of Champions of Good Governance and Leadership. Though, I still need to read it from cover to cover to be able to give my insights but here’s an overview of the book Kaya Natin! Volume 1.

The Kaya Natin! Champions: Inspiring Stories of Good Governance and Leadership in the Philippines Volume 1 is a compilation of ten stories of good governance, local and national government officials who embodied the values of effective and empowering leadership with integrity. Each chapter tells the story of one individual, from their background to their political career and their leadership lessons. These former and incumbent officials are part of the roster of Champions of Good Governance of the Kaya Natin! Movement for Good Governance and Ethical Leadership.

The people featured in the book are the following: Kaya Natin co-founder Jessie Robredo, Grace Padaca and Ed Panlilio; Former Mayor Sonia Lorenzo (San Isidro Nueva Ecija), Sen Teofisto Guingona III, Rep. Teodoro Baguilat Jr (Ifugao), Rep Bolet Banal (Quezon City), former councilor Mabel Sunga-Acosta (Davao City), Mayor Roque Verzosa, Jr (Tagudin, Ilocos Sur) and Board Member Shirlyn Macasarte (Cotabato).

The editors Shylynne Castillo, 20 years old is a recent graduate of the Manila Times School of Journalism and Karla Angelica Pastores, 24 yrs old a graduate of B.S. Psychology degree from Ateneo de Manila University. Most of the contributors are either college students or young professionals, between the ages of 19-29, with varying backgrounds but a common love for writing. They are neither volunteers of Kaya Natin nor employees, but most of them attended the movement’s Good Governance Writing Workshop where they were introduced to the Champions and given training on feature writing.

 

Kaya Natin! Champions: Inspiring Stories of Good Governance and Leadership in the Philippines Volume 1 is available at all Fully Booked Stores, Kaya Natin! Office (02) 990-0928 and ADMU Press (02) 426-6001 loc 4612

Heart Saver|CPR AED Bloggers Workshop

According to the Department of Health, in 2005 a total of 45,037 suffered from cerebrovascular accident or commonly known as stroke. Studies shows that Hypertension, Diabetes and Cigarette Smoking link to this health problem. Sudden cardiac arrest attacks anytime to anybody and merely 50% of the victims have no symptoms. About 95% of sudden cardiac arrest patients die before reaching the hospitals if no immediate CPR or defibrillator is administered.

On August 16, bloggers were invited by Direct Source Healthcare to attend a free workshop on providing Heart Saver CPR AED Workshop. This aims to teach us, bloggers how to administer CPR effectively and learn the use of an AED device. The event was hosted by Ms. Lisa Padilla-Cortez, Direct Source Healthcare Manager, Philippines and Mr. Joseph Rommel Cortez, an American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor.

Bloggers Ethan, Bedalyn , Jinkee and Ruel Umali and Cecille Cinco

Be Prepared To Save Lives!

• Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) strikes Anytime, Anywhere and to Anybody.
• 50% of the victims have no symptoms
• About 95% of sudden cardiac arrest victims die before reaching the hospital, if no immediate CPR and/or defibrillation is administered.
• Save rates using standard support is 2% to 5%
• Brain damage can start to occur in just 4 to 6 minutes after the heart stops pumping blood.
• Survival rates of sudden cardiac arrest victims are as high as 48 to 74 % if immediate CPR and the first shock is delivered within 3 to 5 minutes. Ambulances/EMS arrives 10-15 minutes upon making the call.
• Sudden cardiac arrest deaths increases yearly especially in people ages 10 to 34 years old.

The Heart Saver CPR AED Course is a classroom, video-based, instructor-led course program that aims to empower laypersons to be well informed and skilled on the importance of how to perform CPR. It is especially designed for anyone with limited or no medical training who might be the first to respond in the workplace or community. The training course will provide the skills to effectively assess and maintain life from the critical minutes immediately following an emergency until the arrival of emergency medical services personnel. Focus will be on CPR and use of an AED for the adult, child and pediatric patients. The course is updated with the new 2010 Guidelines. It has a 2 year accreditation with the American Heart Association.

A utomated

E xternal

D effibrilator

Is a computerized medical device. It can check the person’s heart rhythm. It can also recognize a rhythm that requires a shock. It can advise the rescuer when a shock is needed. It uses voice prompts, light and text messages to tell the rescuer the steps to take. AEDs are very accurate and easy to use. With a few hours of training, anyone can learn to operate an AED safely. It is the only machine that can restore a normal heart rhythm in victims of sudden cardiac arrest. An estimated 100, 000 lives could be saved each year if AEDs were widely used.

Benefits, Features and Advantages of ZOLL AED
*AED with Rectilinear Biphasic Waveform. *Support for the complete chain of survival as taught by the American Heart Association (AHA), starting with checking responsiveness and ending with CPR. *A one-piece electrode pad for the fast, accurate, and easy electrode placement that lasts for five years. *Can be configured for use with Pediatric pads. *Power from an array of ten lithium camera batteries (available at retail) – lasts 4 years. *LCD display showing voice prompt messages, device advisory messages, elapsed time, shock count, and chest compression graph display. *Upgradeability * Seven years warranty

   

Learn about CPR AED Course, visit:
Direct Source Healthcare on Facebook
Landline No:  (02) 861-5047
Mobile No:  (+63) 918.833.5472
                     (+63) 918.805.8626

Visit ZOLL AED Life Saving Device on Facebook

EATS ASIA 3: Thrice as Delish Presented by Asian Food Channel

AFC EATS ASIA 3: Thrice as Delish

A. Venue Hall, Makati

August 13, 2011

It was Saturday morning when I received a text message from a foodie friend inviting us to join their trip at A. Venue Hall for the AFC EATS ASIA 3: Thrice as Delish. With the title anyone can understand that the event is all about food. Schools and restaurateurs presented local dishes from five Asian countries, Philippines, Vietnam, China, Korea and Japan.

Skycable subscribers were given free tickets. Ms. Neneth, my foodie friend saved two tickets for me and Grace. We arrive at A.Venue around 1:30 pm and there were people already inside the Hall. We signed our names and were given a food stubs which we present in each food booth. This food stub also serves as a raffle ticket.

  

Our first stop, China. This Kung Pao Chicken is really delicious. It has a very spicy  toppings served in crunchy crispy wanton cup. I personally like it. However, Tikoy Tarts are sweet and chewy.

Second booth we toured is the Korean booth. Students from FEU Makati City sampled us with Chap Chae in Crispy Wanton Cup, topped with pancit and cheese, california maki and fried dumplings.

     

Next is the trip to Japan. Yakitori and mango sushi are my favorites.

   

Mini baguette slices with tinapa paste and mini chocolate cake slices from Cravings and CCA.

  

Enderun College students joined the event and gave us special banana cake. 

  

Lady’s Choice sampled us their scrambled eggs with lady’s choice mayonnaise and Knorr prepared “Ginataang  Vegetables”.

 

Guests and participants were entertained with cultural dance performances representing each countries.

 

Filipino cuisines like “Adobo Diablo” which is super spicy was a winner to all spicy food lovers. I love “Adobo sa Gata”, it’s very flavorful, creamy and delicious especially when served hot. Adobo Diablo and Adobo sa Gata all from Adobo Republic.

  

We got excited with the Gyudon eating contest. Gracian, the youngest among the contestants joined and almost win the game. 

 

We enjoyed the whole afternoon of Asian food trip. Thanks to Asian Food Channel for this great event.