It was a busy day - attending a couple of blog events, work and studying. But even with a busy schedule, I’m trying my best to give time and attend to the needs of other people. Recently, a close friend needed some professional advise regarding her nephew who’s been sick for few days.
The distinctive sound of Libera has travelled the world in the last few years. After the group’s first visit in the Philippines last October 2009 which became a remarkable success, they came back with the release of their most-awaited and first-ever CHRISTMAS ALBUM, with 16 tracks collecting traditional and new unique arrangements of classical and contemporary holidays tunes.
Thanks Aileen of the The Daily Posh for this photo!
The only recording band to reach diamond after Eraserheads for the outstanding sales of Tambay EP via Coca-Cola’s summer promo, Sponge Cola scores yet again as the band releases its highly anticipated fourth full-length album titled Araw Oras Tagpuan under Universal Records. But the band is not content to rest on its laurels yet, this is just the beginning.
A spooky and fun Halloween getaway for kids and kids-at-heart is in store at Music Museum’s Halloween Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 29 at the Promenade Foodcourt.
With a superhero-themed Halloween special, kids aged 1-12 are welcome to participate in this exciting Halloween treat. (But you can wear any Halloween costume or look that you like.)
Registration starts at 12:30PM at the Promenade Foodcourt. The Trick or Treat around MMGI stores will start at 1PM. Games and contests will follow after the Trick or Treat at 4PM.
Lots of candies and prizes are in store for children with the best costumes.
It’s Halloween party once again! Robinsons Malls will be celebrating a Halloween event with Witches, Vampires and Werewolves happening on Saturday October 29.
Event Mechanics:
Promo Mechanics:
Valid receipts shall be stamped CLAIMED
But wait, there’s more!
NO TRICKS, ALL TREATS! FREE Halloween Lootbag for a minimum P100 meal purchase with a cup of any Coca-Cola product at Robinsons Food Court
Participating Malls:
Galleria * Manila * Imus * Dasmarinas * Cebu * Cybergate Cebu * Dumaguete * Tacloban * Gensan
Per DOH-FDA Permit number 1898 series of 2011
See you at Robinsons Malls!
In celebration of World Bread Day, Gardenia Bakeries Philippines invited members of the media and Bloggers to witness the “Happy Bread Day” Celebration and the unveiling of the “G Lock Collage” held at the Gardenia Plant, Mamplasan, Binan Laguna. I am privileged to be included to join this event since I’ve been wanting to have a tour inside Gardenia Plant.
Gardenia is one of my favorite tinapay (bread). I won’t buy white bread unless it’s Gardenia, Why not? with its tasty, soft, fresh and oven-baked aroma ‘you can eat it on its own’. Learning about the company’s mission made me decide to support and patronize Gardenia even more.
Gardenia’s “Happy Bread Day” celebration is also in line with the commemoration of World Bread Day, a global event that also espouses the philosophy of sharing of bread as a meaningful and symbolic humanitarian act and at the same time encourages the exchange of ideas between the world’s bakers and confectioners.
Gardenia Bakeries Philippines, Inc. (GBPI), makers of the popular Gardenia bread launches “Happy Bread Day” together with hundreds of kids from Nayon ng Kabataan of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, in partnership with K.I.D.S. (Kabataan Inyong Dapat Suportahan) Foundation.
The occasion is an opportunity for the company to showcase its unwavering commitment of providing nutrition to countless kids through its great-tasting bread products, also serves as a pledge for nutrition by Gardenia to help enrich people’s lives.
A major highlight of the event was the unveiling of the “G-Lock Collage”, a unique and creative idea conceptualized by Gardenia that aims to expand its already-substantial Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, this time directly involving its customers and even participants of the widely popular Gardenia plant tour.
According to Mr. Simplicio Umali, President and General Manager it is a dream to create a big collage like a size of a basketball court to give more to the foundation. Nayon ng Kabataan is just one of the many foundations that Gardenia supports such as the Boys and Girls Town, Rotary Clubs, the poor communities along Paranaque and Muntinlupa and the Philippine Army just to name a few.
Efforts to educate the poor to be responsible citizens, providing jobs, quick to respond to calamities and emergencies, educating healthy lifestyles and providing additional source of income – these are some of Gardenia’s efforts of supporting the community especially the poor.
Mr. Simplicio Umali, President and General Manager, Mr. Nestor Constancia, Marketing and Sales Manager Gardenia Bakeries Philippines, Inc. (GBPI)
The “G-Lock Collage” will form a “collage” composed of Gardenia’s unique G-Lock bread tags. The collage will be equivalent to more than 3,000 G-Locks is equal to one bread loaf. These loaves shall then be given to then be given to the chosen charities by Gardenia, which include the Nayon ng Kabataan and the Manila Youth Reception Center, in partnership with the K.I.D.S. Foundation, an organization whose passion is to help and nurture children from all walks of life to experience growth and development.
For visitors who wants to participate and donate their G Locks to the booth, all you have to do is donate the G Locks to the booth and submit your name and contact details.
Kids learned how to prepare nutritious and delicious snack using Gardenia breads with the help of Gardenia’s Nutritionist Ms. De Guzman. I loved the food they served us - Crema De Fruita using Gardenia Bread was very delicious. I didn’t know we can use Gardenia to replace chiffon cake as the base for crema de fruita. There were healthy wheat bread with chucky chicken and apple filling. Another interesting recipe is the Choco Pastillas using Chocolate Chip Loaf, condensed milk and powdered milk. All recipes are nutritious and easy to prepare.
After the unveiling, we then proceeded to the famous Gardenia plant tour. All of us including the kids had a great time at Gardenia’s world-class 6K plant, the company’s top-of-the-line bread manufacturing facility capable of producing 6,000 loaves of bread per hour.
Gardenia currently has three plant, the two (2), four (4) and six (6) K plants (K stands for thousand). That means they are producing 12 thousand loaves per hour for 24 hours 6 days a week.
Currently it has sixty (60) types of bread leading is the Classic Gardenia Bread and the Wheat bread. Gardenia uses only high class materials and ingredients in order to maintain its freshness and oven-baked aroma.
The celebration of World Bread Day extends to encouraging the children and the families to eat healthy food, to bring into hearts social responsibility just like helping to fill the G Lock Collage.
A message from Mr. Simplicio Umali Jr. President and General Manager of GBPI.
“As a responsible corporate citizen, we are committed in doing our share of ‘paying it forward’ and help enrich the lives of other people, especially kids, who rightfully deserve to enjoy the bounty of their youth and have fun. We hope that by continuing on with this unique CSR concept, we would be able to do our share in enriching theirs and other people’s lives as well through nourishment courtesy of Gardenia breads”.
Visit Gardenia Philippines at www.gardenia.com.ph or Like them on Facebook www.facebook.com/gardeniaph
Special thanks to Richard and Ms. Irish for the invite.
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Gardenia Centre, Star Avenue,
Laguna International Industrial Park (LIIP),
Mamplasan, Binan, Laguna
Last October 9, we witnessed a Grand Cooking Demonstration prepared by Lee Kum Kee in celebration of their 123rd Anniversary. Held at the Glorietta Activity Center, mall goers, foodies and guests witness the feast of authentic Chinese aroma and flavors as Chef Bruce Lim shared four mouthwatering dishes that will be a sure fire hit in every kitchen. Lucky audience members, culinary students, media and celebrities showcase their culinary talents as they step in a huge kitchen arena together with Chef Bruce.
We heard thousand times about the coming of Christ or to others they say it’s the end of the world. I myself have been asking myself if there’s really the so-called end of the world. Honestly, I’m not comfortable talking about it. Yes, I admit death is something I’m afraid of, but for years I was able to cope with that fear and somehow learning to become fatalist.
What if it really comes? Are all of us ready - emotionally and spiritually. For me, ‘end of the world’ simply means my own demise, the time when death comes to anyone. It could be tragic, solemn, silent, sudden or a slowly death due to severe disease.
Every time we talked about end of the world, we never fail to ask what things we want before it come. For others, it could be nonsense but there’s a man name Harold Camping who said that end of the world will arrive sometime in May (May 21, 2011). Though nothing really happened, it was still all over the news and this man made another prediction that an earthquake will be happening on the last day – October 21, 2011
Just in case it happen, I made a bucket list before the world ends. Two important things that I always carry in life, words and actions for they are two different things.
WORDS
There are times words are not enough to express how you feel. So just in case end of the world will happen in 24 hours. I will say “I LOVE YOU” to people close to my heart. By the way, this will be very difficult since I really don’t say it at all, that’s true and I’m just being honest. Second will be “SORRY” for the people I hurt and the people who hurt me too. And finally, words like “SEE YOU AGAIN or UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN”.
ACTIONS
That’s it! My list may show who really am I but I think there’s nothing wrong being true to yourself and to others especially when the END IS NEAR.
Just always be ready!
My idea of shopping is spending the whole day hopping from one store to another When I was on my twenties I can go from one mall to another for the product I am looking for, spending more than five hours in a shopping mall. That was years ago until I learned the beauty of online shopping. At first, I was hesitant to try it afraid of bogus sellers and scams.
I remember my first purchase at AyosDito, I really had fun and enjoyed browsing every product. Shopping at the comfort of your home, it’s totally hassle free and also cost-effective for there’s no need to spend extra peso to dine-in at restaurants when you feel the need to fill your stomach. I can do other things like the household chores, cooking for the family or baby-sitting a little brother or sister – all these while placing my order. Now, window shopping is not only done at the malls, you can do it from hundreds of merchants and products available online. I like products which are featured as I’m always on the look out with the latest and newest items from clothes, shoes and food.
Buying products online is easy, from selecting your items (color, size), choosing modes of payment to finally placing an order. My first online purchase was about sometime ago through AyosDito.ph. Now, I just learned that they have an ongoing promo. So for people like me who loves contest and raffles AyosDito.ph recently launched the AyosDito Connect and Win Promo. Joining is easy, all you have to do is register with AyosDito Connect, I just included a screenshot of how to proceed with the registration.
Here’s the mechanics:
Joining is easy, you just need to register to AyosDito Connect by the following steps:
Step 1: Go to the AyosDito website by typing www.ayosdito.ph
Step 2: Click on the “Login using Facebook” button found at the AyosDito website. Clicking on the “Login using Facebook” button will launch a Facebook Login window.
Step 3: Upon clicking the “Log in” button of the Facebook Login window, participants must click on the “Allow” button to let the AyosDito Connect application successfully proceed to the next step.
Step 4: You will be taken to the AyosDito Connect Profile page. The Participants must provide their complete and correct personal information as requested in the Profile page and click on the “Update Profile” button to successfully complete the AyosDito Connect registration process. The information you enter will be used to contact you if you win in the raffle.
That’s it, you’re now registered and earned raffle entry!
Participants get 10 raffle entries that are equivalent to 10 chance of winning in the weekly and grand raffle draws. The more raffle entries earns, the more chances of winning.
How to earn entries? Doing the following actions below earns you a raffle entry:
During the Registration, participants are required to provide their name, address and telephone no. Complete name, address and telephone number can be updated on the profile information page of the participants. A total of 20 iPhone 4’s, 30 x iPad 2’s and P1,000,000 in cash will be given away as prizes for the promo.
For people who live away from Manila, with AyosDito.ph you can always purchase items you need using the search tabs. Who knows you might just be the lucky winner on their Connect and Win Promo. After joining the raffle, I browsed for accessories available and saw Must de Cartier Tank Bezel case and deployment buckle are 18kt gold filled. Leather straps, quarts movement and Sapphire Crystal for only Php65,000.
How about you, what did you purchase recently? Do you enjoy shopping online?
Shopping could be addicting especially if there’s an ongoing promos and contest, last night I just bought a new pair of shoes online. There are more items I’m eyeing to buy as a Christmas gift for the family.
Enjoy shopping!
Recently I’ve been using different skin products to control my oily skin. Though I don’t have pimples and acne, there are whiteheads on my cheeks, underneath my nose and sides of my mouth. I found out that using facial wash alone will not remove the dirt causing pimples and acne. Now I understand how my late grandma was able to maintain her youthful skin just before she got sick. She usually applied more than one product that helps maintain a glowing, acne free and also has an anti-aging properties.
Remember I blogged about PROACTIV skin product? I have a good news to all consumers of PROACTIV and to those who are in trouble of having acne and large pimples. The PROACTIV FAMILY OF PRODUCTS for acne prone skin is now available in the Philippines. Aside from its total approach in preventing and treating acne-related skin problems it has a complete line of different products that takes care of the overall condition of acne prone skin.
For some of us losing self-confidence and stuck at home because we don’t want to meet our friends and getting conscious how we look and how people notices our irritated skin especially on our face, Proactive has a wide variety of items that will cater to the common problems of your skin. Just like me, at times I have an oily skin with few small pimples especially on the forehead. There are times I had super dry skin that I usually noticed as I feel the itchiness around my face. Even if I’m using facial wash and moisturizing creams, still the problem keeps coming back.
Now, here’s the family of products from PROACTIV
1. Proactiv Oil Free Moisture with SPF 15 (50ml for Php1,099)
With SPF sunscreen helps to keep oily skin hydrated, balanced and healthy. This is ideal for people like me with dry or oily skin and frequently exposed to sunlight. It provides moisture with out added oil and also protects the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays that damages the skin. With OCTINOXATE and ZINC OXIDE it won’t caused break outs.
2. Proactiv Green Tea Moisturizer (30 ml for Php1,099)
A perfect daily moisturizer for dry, acne prone skin. It is easily absorbs and hydrates the skin instantly. This feather-light moisturizer absorbs instantly, designed to deliver deep hydration to dry, tired skin. It’s formulated with concentrated botanical extracts and powerful antioxidants for a moisturizing experience that’s as healthy as it is refreshing. With GREEN TEA EGCG, a potent inflammatory antioxidant helps fight P acne. The Cytobiol Iris A is a concentrated blend of botanical extract designed to help inhibit bacterial growth, regulate sebum and regenerate tissue. The Retinyl Palminate is designed to promote skin elasticity and reduction of dine lines caused by UV Damage. Proactive Green Tea Moisturizer works best for people with dry, acne prone skin as it provides moisture and hydrates the skin without clogging the pores and feeling greasy.
3. Proactiv Clarifying Night Cream (30 ml for Php1,199)
A skin clarifying pore treatment combines acne-fighting salicylic acid with retinol for powerful anti-aging benefits. People who are acne prone and sensitive to benzoyl peroxide. This is ideal for people who want to have anti-acne and anti-ageing benefits in one product. With salicylic acid it eliminates most acne blemishes and helps prevent new break outs. Plus, retinol (Vitamin A) helps improve clarity of the skin and reduce three appearance of fine lines. Definitely a perfect night cream for acne-prone skin.
4. Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash (240 ml for Php999)
A cleansing body wash that fights acne on your back, chest and shoulders –everywhere! For people who have acne all over the body, this is a perfect product for you. This is also a good alternative to benzoyl peroxide. With Salicylic acid (2%) helps heal and prevent acne break outs while gentle botanicals like Camelia Oleifera Seed Extract and Aloe Barbadensis Gel soothes and heals the skin. It is formulated to unclog pores and reduce oiliness while preventing future breakouts plus it also clears blemishes on the entire body. Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash is the Acne treatment for face and body.
5. Proactiv Daily Oil Control (50 ml for Php899)
An Oil Absorber – it helps keep pores from clogging, skin from looking shiny and make up from streaking. A dramatic breakthrough in skin care, this oil-free formula gently helps your skin balance its own natural oil levels to help stop excess oil before it starts. With Cyclomethicone, a silicone used for its water repelling and skin adhering properties and Nylon 12 a unique and efficient oil absorber. This is an ideal product for people like me who want to manage their oily skin.
6. Proactiv Sheer Finish Compact Foundation (Php995)
Cover your acne blemishes with this medicated foundation covers beautifully as it helps to heal blemished skin. As a medicated foundation, it helps prevent pimples from forming. With Salicylic acid it keeps pores clear and clean while giving a soft and natural finish. A lightweight powder to wear alone or over Compact Foundation. It evens skin tones and absorbs oil to help keep your skin smooth and fresh looking all day. Available in Light, Medium or Tan shades.
7. Proactiv Sheer Finish Translucent Pressed Powder (Php995)
This product works as an oil free make up and eliminates shine and control oil for a fresh face throughout the day. With ingredients like Silica and Kaolin that both helps absorb excess oils from the skin to keep pores clear. It’s a light weight pressed powder goes on smoothly and translucent for a truly flawless finish. This is ideal product for people with oily skin.
8. Proactiv Mild Exfoliating Peel (30 ml for Php 1,099)
With Salicylic acid, it heals acne by penetrating the pores for a clearer complexion and works on reducing the number of acne pimples. Mild sloughing action rolls away built-up sebaceous oil on the skin surface, while calming botanicals soothe the skin.
9. Proactiv Daily Protection plus Sunscreen SPF 30 (118ml for Php1,099)
Developed for acne prone skin, this light, oil free sunscreen shields you against the effects of the sun. Patented micro sponge technology helps absorb extra oil. It is ideal for use everyday especially for people frequently exposed to sunlight as it provides UVA/UVB protection for both face and body. Active sunscreen ingredients like Octinoxate, Oxybenzone, Octisalate, Homosalate and Avobensone. Vitamin A and E as skin conditioners help nourish and refine skin’s texture.
With nine Proactiv products to choose from, we will definitely say goodbye to acne and skin blemishes. Right now, with my oily skin and would like to try Proactiv Oil Free Moisture with SPF 15 and also the Proactiv Sheer Finish Translucent Pressed Powder to eliminate shine and control the oiliness. I will introduce Proactiv Clarifying Night Cream to my mom, an anti-aging cream.
Photo from http://digitalfilipinocom.ning.com
How about you?Have you decided what Proactiv products you want to use? Any thought about the Proactiv Family of Products, share it by hitting the comment section and I would love to read them.
The PROACTIV FAMILY OF PRODUCTS are now available at selected mall kiosks:
- Glorietta 3, Ground Floor – (02) 388-2848
- Trinoma, 2nd Floor – (02) 380-3801
- Robinsons Galleria, 3rd Floor – (02) 380-5506
- Marquee Mall, Ground Floor – 0915-385-3103
- Alphaland Southgate Mall, 2nd floor – 0915-485-6660
- III Terrazzo Mall, Upper Grand Floor – 0932-720-6900
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