Shopgirl Jen

We all know that medicines has now been a part of our lives. May it be vitamins, maintenance, prescribed, supplements, we always hear how expensive they are especially the branded ones. Some don't even take medicines because of lack of money. My mom takes a daily maintenance for her hypertension and believe me, it's not easy to shell out the amount of money to buy her medicines, but we have to do it to make her feel better. And because we love her.

And some medicines are waaaaayyy expensive, don't you think? Maybe that's why not a lot of people buy it. I know people who don't take it and don't follow their doctors advise because they don't want to burden their loved ones in shouldering the expenses.

Good thing, Watsons, the number one pharmacy retail brand in Asia*, gives families more options for high quality but affordable generic medicines with the recent launch of its own generics line.

Watsons launch its Generic medicines held at Manila Peninsula Hotel. They also had a mini physical checkup for those who wants to check their weight, sugar count and blood pressure. They also had physicians to check the result.

With Watsons Generics’ wide range of medicines and supplements, the most essential health needs of the entire family can be met.

“We recognize that each family will have specific needs when it comes to their health. However, with the rising cost of not just medicines but all commodities, families may have difficulty meeting each specific need. With the launch of Watsons Generics, we aim to help families by giving them more healthcare options and the ability to purchase affordable, high-quality medicines. This will not just give them access to quality healthcare products, they will also be able to focus their finances on other important matters,” said Mr. Danilo Chiong, Health Business Unit Director of Watsons.

Did you know that it's been years since I had my last check up! Maybe I didn't think that I need one. But after getting the result of my sugar screening test, blood pressure, weight, I will never ever take my health for granted! I was not happy with the result. huhuhu! I only have myself to blame(and all those sweets, unhealthy, junk food). And I decided right there and then to take care of myself more. Fight!

I'm 4'11 in real life. So go figure what should be my 'ideal' weight. Hay.

The Watsons Generics line includes maintenance medicines for diabetes, hypertension and cholesterol, antibiotics to fight off the common bacteria, dietary supplements for skin enhancement, anti-ageing and over-all wellness, basic vitamins, oral analgesics, and other over the counter medicines. This is just the first phase, and Watsons aims to continuously launch generic medicines to provide wider healthcare solution.

To ensure the quality of Watsons Generics, our partner manufacturers undergo a screening process that meets international standards. “Our generic medicines are produced by trusted partners. All of these go through a rigorous screening process and a third party audit. These methods on top of Philippine regulatory agency standards assure consumers that they are purchasing high quality products,” said Mr. Chiong.

Watsons Generics medicines have all passed the regulatory requirements of local and international quality assurance agencies. The medicines are registered with the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA), passed bioequivalence test and the manufactured by facilities with certificates of Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP). The Watsons Generics have all of these quality assurances while offering up to 80% savings vs. leading brands.

Watsons Generics answers the demand for affordable health care products in Filipino households. Around the country, families all prefer to have affordable medicines for their various health needs, without having to worry about quality and cost.

“For more than 170 years, Watsons has been providing health and wellness products to its customers worldwide. We are excited to do the same in the Philippines by allowing Filipino families to take charge of their health without the fear of financial burden,” said Mr. Chiong.

Btw, Christine Jacob-Sandejas hosted the launch and no other than Mr. Edu Manzano and Ms. Lorna Tolention as the new ambassadors of Watsons Generics.

Now in its initial launch, Watsons Generics has introduced molecules for allergy & immune system, cough, dietary supplements, digestive prep laxative, flu cold nasal, gastrointestinal & hepato, mineral, oral analgesics, vitamins, antibiotics, cardiovascular & hematopo, endocrine & metabolic syt, respiratory system and neuromuscular system. However, they will continue to study on what other products the Filipino people may need and how they can address these needs in the future.

Watsons ensures that its entire generics line is carried by all Watsons outlets nationwide. At present, it operates over 330 stores.

Remember, it's not just generics, it's Watsons Generics!

Thank you Watsons for having me! Now I know where to get affordable yet quality medicines for my family!

Thunderous laughter, sweet tears of joy, an endless weave of stories, and the passage of time become irrelevant as though the earth has temporarily stopped from its tedious orbit around the sun.

Celebrate the glorious moments when friends and family suddenly find each other, whether planned or by surprise, in one table sharing precious moments. Reunions, in other words, are priceless.

Bestselling author Jerry Spinellie described it better when he wrote in his book Love, Stargirl: “May our reunion be not a finding but a sweet collision of destinies.”

And these moments can be made even more special with delectable food and a flavorful wine that would satisfy everyone’s sweet palate, like Rossi Sweet Red, another masterpiece from California winemaker Carlo Rossi, the Number One Table Wine in the world and the Number One Imported Table Wine in the Philippines.

Rossi Sweet Red has layers of vanilla, bright cherry, and wild raspberry flavors. Its light medium body stays with you, no matter how you drink it—chilled or with ice—and goes smoothly well with any food whether fish, meat, cheese, or vegetarian.

Rossi Sweet Red is healthy because there is no sugar or artificial sweetener added to make it sweet. It is crafted from grapes grown in California where the sun nourishes the grapes to perfection, assuring you of wines that are bursting with flavor and aroma.

What’s even divine is the price. It’s so affordable that there’s no need to break your wallets to enjoy its flavor.

Reunions between friends or loved ones may be just a short flicker of time that can easily pass. But it can be time well spent and even more meaningful and special with lodes of stories, memories and good food. So smile more, hug a friend and show your love, made extra special with Carlo Rossi Sweet Red.

For inquiries about Carlo Rossi, you may visit their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/CarloRossiPhilippines.

In celebration of its customer’s diversity around the world and to feature real people that move money for better every day, Western Union launches the Face of My WU contest – an engaging ‘social sharing’ Facebook competition where people have the chance to win ’15 minutes of fame’ by becoming the Face of My WU media campaign.

The contest is one of several initiatives led by the leading worldwide money transfer to get closer to those who use its products and services, genuinely putting the customer at the center of everything Western Union does. The Face of My WU will feature real people, the hidden heroes for whom Western Union is proud to be the enabler of moving money for better.

Joining is easy. If you are a My WU Member just be sure to upload a good photo of yourself, visit your profile everyday to vote for yourself and share with your friends and ask them to vote for you everyday.

To be the next Face of My WU, your photo entry must capture your unique personality and photogenic appeal and your entry must have many if not the most number of votes.

The contest is simple yet rewarding. The lucky winner will receive a PHP 25,000.00 cash prize, and will star in a My WU photo shoot, and will even get to keep the clothes used in this unforgettable day.

To be chosen as the Face of My WU is an honor according to Julia Luzgina, a Russian winner and My WU member. “I think that when I see myself in some poster or some advertisement it will really be amazing and I will be proud of myself because I am representing my country. It’s joy, it is an astonishment and I will be proud,” reveals Julia.

My WU membership program combines a faster and a personalize experience with once in a lifetime rewards and is currently available in 17 countries. The benefits include preferential customer care; free SMS pay out notifications, special offers and access to exclusive competitions.

Visit http://facebook.com/westernunion. Upload a photo of yourself, and get your friends and family to vote for you!

Years ago, getting in touch with your friends and relatives was not that easy. You used all means like snail mail, emails, landline phones, etc. But now, in our age of new technology, everything is possible! There's no farther place or country that we can't reach! And in minimum amount of expense, we can get in touch with our loved ones any time, any day! How cool is that?

I had a privilege to witness a better way to be nearer to your loved ones! You can now move closer..

to your loved ones through Line! LINE, the world’s leading mobile platform with 490 million users, has launched a new LINE Premium Call promotion exclusive for Philippine users during the “LINE more, be closer” event held in Makati Shangri-la Hotel. For Filipinos, communication is vital in preserving and strengthening relationships. With an aim to build lasting relationships, LINE formally introduced LINE Premium Call, a globally renowned call service, along with loads of other surprises exclusive to its Filipino users.

Since its launch in the Philippines, the global messaging and call app continued to roll out exciting new features that brought its Filipino users closer together. LINE sees this as one of million reasons to celebrate its evolution from a budding messaging application to a full-fledged mobile ecosystem with pools of rip-roaring features. LINE Philippines has also launched partnerships with some of the country’s biggest names from various industries—including Jollibee, Bench, and Family Mart.

“With the launch of LINE service and TV commercial last year, LINE has become one of the leading mobile platforms in the Philippines,” said Greg Kim, head of LINE Philippines, during the event. “We have come up with a campaign exclusive for the users in the Philippines for them to connect and be closer to their beloved friends and families.”

Building stronger connections with affordable price

LINE Premium Call allows users to make low-cost calls domestically and internationally to both landlines and mobile devices from inside the LINE app. With over 490 million users worldwide, the globally renowned app helps users in the Philippines reconnect with their families and friends through enhanced call quality and better network conditions.

“Compared to other leading brands, LINE Premium Call provides the lowest price in all the Philippines’ most popular calling destinations because we believe that closer bonds among our loved ones should start with stronger connections,” added Kim. “LINE promises to enhance its services further through exciting new features and add-ons to give our users more ways to communicate with their loved ones.”

“LINE is my number one choice when it comes to communicating with my loved ones,” said Jessy Mendiola, one of this generation’s leading actresses. Likewise, host-actor Matteo Guidicelli said that nothing can match LINE in terms of call quality. The two rising Filipino superstars who are the brand ambassadors of LINE, joined the event to share their personal stories and to encourage other LINE users to use LINE Premium Call.

Jessy Mendiola and Matteo Guidicelli as brand ambassadors for Line with Joyce Pring, host of the event

The event also marked the launch of LINE’s newest Premium Call promotion exclusive in the Philippines. LINE will be giving away coupons with 300 LINE Premium Call credits to diners of 23 Munchpunch affiliated restaurants in 100 branches from August 14th to September 13th. These call credit coupons will also be given out to online shoppers of Lazada website from August 14th to 23rd.

“LINE promises to continue its efforts in focusing more on features that these Philippine users will love while providing the best communication experience. Latest features including LINE Selfie Stickers, Hidden Chat and many other initiatives are all part of our ongoing effort. We always strive to provide everyone the best messaging and call experience. We hope more users in the Philippines are connected with their friends and family through LINE Premium Call,” Kim concluded.

And Zap Card is now on Line! Add them up to know more of the latest Zap promo!

You can now call your loved ones! Moving them closer to you with LINE Premium Call!

A pic with Brown and Cony! Aren't they adorable?

For more info about Line, follow their Facebook Page and their official YouTube Page

A week ago, I was invited to attend the press preview of Pinocchio held at Onstage, Greenbelt 1. I brought Sofi and my Mom since I was given 3 passes. It was Sofi's 1st time to watch a play and it's been years since I last saw one. So imagine Sofi's kilig when she learned that she will watch a Pinocchio play! haha! Side kwento lang, she thought play is like a puppet show. Had to show her what play looks like on youtube. hehe! :D

We are all familiar with the story of Pinocchio, right? Growing up with Disney movies, I'm sure you can tell the story by heart. Sofi's not that familiar though. Mas ma-princess kasi sya and fairy fairy. If you ask her the story of Tangled, Frozen, Cinderella, she will tell you the whole story without batting an eyelash! Haha! All she knows about Pinocchio is that every time he lie, nag grow ang nose nya. But the whole story? Not too much. And I'm glad we were invited to watch the play. We learned that it was not a Disney adaptation but it has been newly adapted for today’s young audiences in this award-winning musical based on the Book by Carlo Collodi, Adaptation and Lyrics by Jim Eiler; and Music by Jim Eiler and Jeanne Bargy.

Set in Italy, this version tells the beloved tale of Pinocchio, a boy-sized puppet built by the caring puppet maker, Geppetto. Knowing of his longing for a son, the Blue Fairy brings Pinocchio to life as a reward for Geppetto's remarkably generous spirit. Pinocchio is told by the Blue Fairy that if he always obeys his father, she will turn him into a real boy. But the best laid plans can sometimes go awry and Pinocchio's boyish longings leads him away from his father and on an adventure unlike any other. From the Land of The Toys to the belly of a whale, Pinocchio learns that no love is greater than that of a parent for a child.

The new and fresh production of Pinocchio is a real treat for the entire family with a flurry of masks, music and merriment. It will be alive, charming and bursting with energy. The children in the audience will be spellbound with its visually stunning and colorful set design and costumes with loads of fun.

I personally loved the set. Sofi was focused too. Because of not too many props, you can see clearly all the actors and naka focus ka lang sa kanila and their dialogue.

For this production, the role of PINOCCHIO will be alternately performed by Albert Silos, Noel Comia, Daniel Drilon, Guido Gatmaytan, Sofie Wong and Andee Achacoso. Pinocchio’s character is the epitome of naïve innocence and is led into trouble time and time again because of it. He is a curious, impressionable, and a sincere young lad. Oliver Usison and Nic Campos shall alternately play the role of GEPETTO, a toy maker who is noticeably warm-hearted and caring, spirited and fun loving. He is constantly yearning for a son and wants nothing but the best for Pinocchio. Arnel Carrion and James Stacey will alternately play the role of ANTONIO, the story's narrator, as well as other characters in the village. He will interact with the audience throughout the show with his inviting, engaging, energetic charm. Antonio Lane and Jay Pangilinan shall alternately tackle the role of CANDLEWICK, the young and rambunctious rule-breaker. With his bratty and mischievous attitude, he leads Pinocchio into trouble with several other boys.

And it's a musical too! A lot of kids watched the show, pero during the show surprisingly they were all quiet. They were all concentrating and following the story! The music beat were catchy too!

Natalie Everett, Ring Antonio and Bituin Escalante will alternately essay the role of Angelina, Geppetto’s housekeeper. She cares deeply for Geppetto’s well being and possesses a loving rapport with him. A thoughtful and clever woman. Liesl Batucan, Christine Flores and Cara Barredo will alternately play the role of the Blue Fairy, an omniscient presence and motherly figure. She looks out for and guides Pinocchio. She is kind, gentle, and generous to those pure of heart. Steven Conde and Steven Hotchkiss will alternately play the role of Signore Volpone, the ringleader of a sinister plot to exploit naive children. He operates as the "brains" of the operation and keeps Signore Gatto in his place. Portrayed as a fox, he is dishonest thief with great cunning and craftiness.

Chino Veguillas and Dingdong Rosales will alternately bring to life the role of Signore Gatto, the less intelligent sidekick of Signore Volpone. Portrayed as a cat, he is a dishonest thief and blindly follows his boss. Onyl Torres, Raul Montesa and Bituin Escalante will alternately play the role of Coachman. Vien King and Steven Conde will alternately play the role of Gino. The ensemble is composed of the following: Khevin Almario, Mano Domingo, Gold Soon, Thea Gloria, Gabri Panlilio, Ina Salonga, David Shawn Delgado, Justine Pena, Daniel Delgado, James Perez, Kendrick Ibasco, Cristy Paredo, Mica Fajardo, Astarte Abraham and Nicolle Cojuangco.

The cast during the Q&A from the press media

Ms. Joy Virata (in white), artistic director of Repertory Philippines Therater for Young Audiences will direct PINOCCHIO. This marks her third time to direct this musical since it was produced in 1996 and 2004 respectively.

We really had a great time! We were so amazed with the cast especially at the boy who played Pinocchio! How did he memorized those steps and lines? Galing!

Here's your chance to watch Pinocchio with your family! A really brilliant musical for kids, PINOCCHIO promises to be a completely unique theatre experience --- a modern remix of the original story told with vim, verve, vibrancy with the overall message of the importance of good behavior !!!

Pinocchio is set to open on August 16, 2014 at Onstage, 2/F, Greenbelt 1, Paseo de Roxas cor. Legazpi St., Makati City. The show runs until December 12, 2014.

Connect to Repertory Philippines online through the following social media networks:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/repertoryphilippines

Twitter: www.twitter.com/repphils

Instagram: www.instagram.com/repphils

YouTube: www.youtube.com/repphils

Tickets are also available through Ticketworld at 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph

Thank you so much Repertory Philippines for having us!

A big shopping spree happened at SM Mega Fashion Hall when three big fashion icons launched the sought-after jeans brand in L.A. Ingrid Chua Go, Mikaela Martinez and Princess Violago hosted a Joe’s Jeans Private Sale Party at the first and newest Joe’s Jeans boutique.

Joe’s is an L.A.-based casual chic lifestyle brand known for modernized, timeless styles from premium denim and collection pieces to contemporary accessories and footwear. With over a decade of influence in the fashion industry, Joe’s has remained true to their DNA throughout their expansion, embracing fashion innovation in the creation of a fully faceted line for men and women.

“Joe’s Jeans wants to feature an image of strong-minded and independent people, like Ingrid Chua Go, Mikaela Martinez and Princess Violago who live for passion and follow their hearts. I believe they are the depiction of a perfect day at Joe’s Jeans Boutique.”, said Mika Raymundo, Brand Manager of Joe’s Jeans.

Excited to shop and experience the comfort of wearing a pair of Joe’s jeans, the guests of the Awesome Three had a blast slashing a couple of bucks hunting for the best fitting jeans.

#JustAPerfectDay

Known for its unique, narrative campaigns, Joe’s Jeans features the strong-minded, independent people, who liberate themselves by throwing convention out the window and following their hearts with no regrets and no apologies. What if your definition of a perfect day was changing plans on your wedding day and running out wearing your favorite jeans under your wedding dress, or the morning of the walk of shame?

Joe's poses a modern challenge for anyone determined to write his or her own story unencumbered by societal standards and opinions. "What's Your Perfect Day?" #JustAPerfectDay

Joe's Jeans are the choice of Hollywood's biggest stars like Beyonce, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gisele Bundchen, Zoe Saldana, Cameron Diaz, Miranda Kerr, Ben Affleck, Joe Jonas and a lot more.

A global brand, JOE'S® is available coast to coast at fine department stores and specialty boutiques in the USA and internationally throughout Europe, Asia, Canada and Latin America at stores such as Harrods, Liberty, Galeries Lafayette, Le Bon Marché, Printemps and Tsum. Check out Joe’s Jeans boutique at the upper ground floor of SM Mega Fashion Hall.

Follow @joesjeans on instagram and twitter.

Filipinos are very fortunate to live in a tropical country where plenty of fruits and vegetables grow. These staple food crops can be easily grown in home gardens and are sold affordably in the markets. They also provide great health benefits. So why not take advantage of them, right?

“Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which help nourish your body and keep you protected from diseases. They are also low in fat and calories, which make them excellent for weight management,” says Dr. Nicky Montoya, president of MediCard Philippines, a leading health maintenance organization provider in the country.

Some of the most nutritious and inexpensive fruits and veggies that you can easily find around your locality include:

Avocado

Avocado has a high monounsaturated fat content, which helps reduce bad cholesterol and lowers the risk of stroke and heart disease. It is also a high source of potassium (containing more than a banana) and phytochemicals, which help prevent certain types of cancer.

Buko (Young Coconut)

Buko contains edible flesh (coco meat) and water (buko juice). Its meat has tons of fatty acids, fiber, manganese, iron, calcium, potassium, and vitamins B, C and E. Its juice contains sugar (glucose) and electrolytes, which can rehydrate the body. Buko juice is popularly used in treating urinary tract infection and can also be a better choice for rehydration compared to most sports drinks because it is sterile and non-allergenic.

Papaya

Aside from being a rich source of fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and E; papaya is notable for papain, an enzyme that aids in smooth digestion and fights free radicals to soften and brighten skin. Papain also helps heal wounds, supports the immune system, reduces joint irritation, and destroys intestinal parasites.

Eggplant

Eggplant or talong is considered one of the healthiest vegetables in the world. It is high in antioxidants, including chlorogenic acid, which fights free radicals and protects cells from mutating into cancer cells, and nasunin, which delays the growth of cancerous mass or tumor. It also has essential phyto nutrients which improve blood circulation and nourish the brain.

Malunggay (Moringa)

Malunggay is referred to as a miracle vegetable by health experts because of its ample nutritional and medicinal benefits. It is rich in beta-carotene, vitamins B and C, iron, and amino acids. It can treat malnutrition and a number of illnesses, including bacterial and fungal skin infections, anti-inflammatory gastric ulcers and diarrhea.

Sweet Potato

Kamote, the local name for sweet potato, is a versatile vegetable because its leaves (kamote tops) and roots are both edible. It has tons of fiber, iron, calcium, protein, magnesium, sodium, phosphorous, sulfur, and zinc. It is also high in polyphenolic compounds, which protect the body from oxidative stress (an imbalance in the production of free radicals that damage cells and organs).

While all of these fruits and veggies are jam-packed with nutrients that can nurture and clean your body, keep in mind that no single food crop contains all the nourishment you need. “When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables, variety is as important as quantity. If you need to be healthy, you need to eat plenty of different fruits and vegetables,” advises Dr. Montoya.

The MediCard Lifestyle Center provides comprehensive medical and specialty services, including nutrition counselling and diet management. For more information, visit http://mlc.medicardphils.com.

I'll let you in a little secret. You can now enjoy infinite perks and have an amazing experience with the newest loyalty card that hit town!

I had an amaZING time when I attended the Zing Rewards Unboxed launch where it was held at Century Mall. Zing Rewards, the universal loyalty card that offers infinite perks and amazing experiences, gave current and potential cardholders a treat as it launched Friday, August 1. Developed by Jabez Infinity Group, Inc., Zing Rewards aims to revolutionize how businesses reward their loyal customers.

Love, love the set! It was like attending a wedding. hehe!

“Zing Rewards puts the premium on perks by giving customers thrice as much benefits compared to other loyalty programs. As every customer makes that they get value for their hard earned money when they buy from any of our merchants, we also make sure that they get prizes they will be excited about. They can even convert points to cash,” said Ed Limjoco, Zing Rewards CEO. During the launch, participants were invited to a game called “What’s in the Box?” where, if they correctly guessed each box’s contents, they win a prize from Zing Rewards merchants, including Theodore Hotel and Huawei. Guests were also among the first ones to earn Zing Rewards points by simply swiping their cards at stations during the event. Meanwhile, world renowned Filipino magician and mentalist Erik Mana delighted the crowd as he shared some of his mind blowing tricks.

“This is just a sneak peek of how we plan to delight cardholders. We want to give them thrice thethrill and even more options for using their points. Through Zing Rewards, we seek to redefine

their shopping experience,” Limjoco said.

Cardholders can earn points every time they use their card at any merchant partner. One point is equivalent to a peso and accumulated points can be used to buy exclusive deals on the Zing Rewards website. Points can also be converted to cash which can be transferred to an existing bank account. Other options include buying e-coupons, availing of member-exclusive deals, products and services at any Zing Rewards merchant partner. Furthermore, cardholders can add to their points by sharing Zing Rewards to friends.

To know more about Zing Rewards, you should watch this!

Zing Rewards plans to establish a community of 500 merchant partners and 100,000 cardholders by the end of the year. It aims to serve both boutique and chain operations with programs that can be tailor-fit to suit different business needs. “Our goal is to create a compelling lifestyle brand that caters to the varied needs of the contemporary urbanite. We aim to give everyone an amaZing experience,” Limjoco said.

And what could be a better way to end my day? By winning their grand prize in their electric raffle. Woohoo!!! AmaZING!!

Thank you so much Zing Rewards! Can't believe I won a cellphone! Yay!!

To know more about the brand launch, track social media posts by using hashtags #amaZingrewards and #ZingUnboxed.

For more information about Zing Rewards, visit www.facebook.com/zingrewards and www.zingrewards.com.

I was invited to attend the presscon of Energizer Night Race Manila 2014. We're all familiar with marathon's that starts early in the morning, right? Energizer will have their Night Race and will be given a head-light s to guide their paths!

THE ENERGIZER Night Race Manila 2014 is eyeing some 3,000 runners when it goes to Filinvest City in Alabang on Sept. 6. Just like in the previous editions, there will be races in 3K, 5K and 10K. Cara Ramirez-Tecson, Energizer Philippines marketing manager, said they are offering the event not just for their beneficiaries but for the runners, too. “We’d like this year’s run to be a venue of fun and excitement for everyone who will join, so we’re focusing on their enjoyment more than anything else,” Tecson said during the launch at Hanston Tower in Ortigas.

Energizer Philippines president Todd Montgomerie and product manager Lady Reyes also graced the launch.

GMA Kapuso Foundation will be the chief beneficiary of cash, batteries and lights to be given out to its chosen communities.

The 10K race will kick off at 7:30 p.m., followed by the 5K and 3K categories at five-minute intervals.

Registration opens today and will last until Aug. 31

Race Types and Registration Fees:

3K – P600

5K – P700

10K – P800

Registration Venues:

Interested participants may register from August 2, 2014, Saturday to August 31, 2014, Sunday (or until slots are filled up) at the following venues:

Runnr Alabang Town Center

09064078134

Weekdays (11AM – 7PM) Weekends (10AM – 6PM)

Runnr Bonifacio Global City

09064078402

Monday – Sunday (12NN – 8PM)

Brooks SM North Edsa Annex

09064077873

Weekdays (11AM – 7PM) Weekends (10AM – 6PM)

For more details, visit http://www.energizerbatteries.com.ph/Energizerv2/

I was invited to attend the Swap Your Lifestyle event at Tomato's flagship store in Glorietta. We arrived a little early, so I took advantage of wandering the new, colorful store! I remembered that Tomato was one of the 1st event I attended when I started blogging. And it has been my favorite go-to store ever since. I always check their store every time we go to the malls! We bought my mom a Tomato watch last christmas and gave my sister a watch too. And also one of my fave shoes is also from Tomato. May times pa that I had to visit all Tomato stores (megamall, trinoma, sm north edsa, glorietta because of this 1 bag that I can't get it out of my mind and later on regret it for not buying the bag right away. It's still haunting me. lol)

And now, I'm glad Tomato is expanding in so many ways! I'm glad to share with you all the new offerings from Tomato!

Tomato joined the loomband craze! You can now have a Tomato watch with loom band as bracelet. I think it's first of it's kind(as far as I know). You can now choose all the color combinations that you want!

At the event, you can make your own loom band watch! They introduced the Swap straps (it's a strap with holes) ready for looming.

I know you've been seeing their Swap Watches in Tomato stores. But did you know that you can now personalized the face of your watch? You can choose your own pic, logo, or whatever and make your own customize watch!

So many colored straps to choose from! You can be an adventurous with the color of your straps! You can mix and match them with your outfit.

Patterns of watch face to choose from! Which one do you like?

Saw these UAAP face watches! Find your color here and support your team!

New watches from Tomato: Camden watch

We were given one Swap watch each and I opted to have my face watch personalized! And what a better way to bring my family wherever? Having my hubby and daughter's pics stamped in my watch! hehe!

And with these interchangeable strap watch, I can easily match it with my mood and outfitey :))

Visit all Tomato branches now and have your own SWAP diy watches and you can also check their online store for more details! :)

Thank you Tomato for having me! Really enjoyed my afternoon with you! :)

We all know that being a girl, our hair is our crown of glory! We take amount of time to take care of it, put products on it and pay for whatever treatments our hair needs. But, do we really need to pay expensive treatments just to have that lustrous, shiny hair? Here's how to a great looking, healthy hair. Read on!

I was invited to attend the Vitress Catwalk held at BGC. Our favorite go-to hair products introduced two of the hottest women today to be Vitress' endorsers alongside Solenn Heusaff.

Solenn Heussaff quickly became a sought-after talent after debuting on a reality TV show and later proved her acting prowess when she became a Gawad Urian nominee. “When I first entered showbiz, I constantly had to curl or blow-dry my hair,” says Solenn. “I saw how damaged my strands became, so I looked for ways to protect and repair them. Aside from regular treatments at the salon, I useVitress Hair Repair Cuticle Coat before and after blow-drying or curling my hair to protect it and add extra shine.”

Solenn’s Hair Tips:“I use the Vitress Solenn Cuticle Coat, which I co-designed every day. After I shower and while my hair is damp, I put a small amount to make it easier to comb. Once my hair is dry, I add a few more drops to boost shine. I also apply it when my hair’s in a ponytail to hide the baby hair that sticks out.”

Joining Solenn is none other than Kim Jones! As a TV host and cover girl, Kim Jones is used to having a glam squad take care of all her hair needs. But when she’s not on set and working on her blog, she relies on Vitress to make her strands look sexy-beautiful. “It’s one of my favorite products to keep with me when I’m shooting for my blog and there’s no hairstylist or when I’m running around town doing errands.”

Kim’s Hair Tips:“Honestly, I prefer a low-key regime when it comes to my hair. After I wash my hair, I just warm a few drops of Vitress Hair Repair Cuticle Coat in between my hands. It’s easy enough for me to do and it’s effective. It’s my secret weapon to keeping my hair sleek and in place. The bottles are the perfect size to throw in your handbag, too.”

Gretchen Ho also joined Solenn and Kim to complete the latest IT girls of Vitress! Pro volleyball player Gretchen Ho is a champion athlete whose known for her humble demeanor and laidback style—and these qualities are exactly what make her totally endearing to her fans. “I’m happy and grateful to be chosen as one of the newest endorsers of Vitress. I’ve been using this product for my hair problems and it’s such a delight that I get to share this hair secret with everyone now.”

Gretchen’s Hair Tips:“With my active and on-the-go lifestyle, it’s very important to have a quick solution. On normal days, I apply the Vitress Sun Protect Hair Polish to protect my hair. When I have a game, I use the Vitress Heat Protect Cuticle Coat to keep my baby hair in place with my ponytail. For shoots, the Vitress Heat Protect Cuticle Coat keeps my hair shiny and healthy, too.”

What do “It” girls have in common? They walk with confidence, intrigue with style, and captivate everyone with their gorgeous, flowing hair. Vitress, the country’s number one hair cuticle coat and hair polish, is proud to partner with three powerful Filipinas who are able to do just that: model and actressSolenn Heussaff, fashionista and TV host Kim Jones, and volleyball superstar Gretchen Ho.

Sorry, girl crush ko talaga si Solenn! hehe :D

Wanna know their real secrets? You can easily score sexy-beautiful hair whenever, wherever with the right Vitress variant.

Vitress Cuticle Coat – A special serum that wraps and seals each hair strand to protect it from damage and breaking. It gives hair instant and intense SHINE, softness, smoothness, protection and manageability whenever, wherever.

Vitress Hair Polish – A light, non-greasy hairstyling cream the prevents tangles and keeps hair silky soft, smooth and manageable. It also tames frizz and smoothens fly-away hair without sticky feeling.

Designed and co-created by Solenn Heussaff, this hair cuticle coat tames curls and waves so you can rock smooth, silky, and shiny hair. Tress trivia: Even the powdery scent and the artwork on the bottle were designed by Solenn!

Finally! Why are WE so pretty, Solenn? lol!

Take your hair to “It” girl status—just like Solenn, Kim, and Gretchen—by applying a few drops of Vitress to your strands every day. The best part is, you can also retouch and go as often as you need without leaving your hair greasy or heavy. For sexy-beautiful hairs whenever, wherever, leave it to Vitress for gorgeous, shiny, and healthy-looking hair always.

Thank you Vitress for having me! Now, my hair is ready for a Vitress Catwalk! :)

Have you seen a one touch washing machine? I did! And it was amazing! Side kwento lang and I know you can relate.. you're washing your clothes using your washing machine and you put water and soap then press the timer, watch kang tv, check on the washing machine then drain mo yung water, check your emails, check the washing machine again to put water then press wash, tapos play kang games, check the washing machine again to drain.. in short cycle, right? It will take you at least 1 hour to finish it. Sometimes it takes me 2 hours pagnakakalimutan kong balikan. haha! But with Midea One-Touch washing machines, you can now save time, energy, money and you'll be able to do more chores, activities and spend more quality time with your family! I know a lot of you will be wondering, is this really true? One touch lang tapos na ang labada? haha! Read more to find out!

Families of Barangay Holy Spirit along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City trooped to the Barangay Holy Spirit covered court for the “Midea Lab-A-Fair” and experienced first-hand what Midea washing machines, particularly the Midea One-Touch Washing Machine, are all about.

A total of 10 Midea One-Touch washing machines were installed for the Midea Lab-A-Fair, with 8 positioned at the “One Touch Laba Station” at the court, and 2 units at the Demo Truck parked nearby. Each washing machine unit has a power meter installed to showcase its P1 per wash load capability.

The free laundry activity allowed 100 registrants to do the free One Touch trial, with a maximum of 8 kilos of laundry per person. To participate, barangay residents first went to the weighing stations to determine the weight of their laundry, after which, the laundry was then placed in a special bag complete with a number tag that served as the resident’s queue number for the One-Touch Laba Station. While waiting for their laundry to finish, a handful of Midea Specialists talked about the innovative special features of the Midea One-Touch Washing Machine.

And the most awaited parts of the event were the special Midea Lab-A-Fair truck, a special entertainment show hosted by Gelli Victor and Gabe Mercado with thrilling games like the “One Touch Game” and the “Pera O Batya Game,” and of course the raffle, where lucky residents took home special prizes like Midea Laundry Packages and brand-new Midea Microwave Ovens.

The wonder of Midea one touch: wash, rinse, dry - you will find doing the laundry to be fast, convenient, time-saving and affordable.

The Midea One-Touch Washing Machine boasts of one-touch button features, as it provides 16-percent better cleaning of clothes with its 3D Waterfall feature that creates strong water current inside to enable water and detergent to penetrate the fabric more efficiently, the Water Magic Cube feature that saves time by doing away with untangling of clothes, plus Smart Sensors to ensure that the right amount of water is loaded in every wash.

Midea 10kg. Fully Automatic

Midea, one of the world’s most trusted appliance brands, is distributed in the Philippines by Concepcion Midea, Inc., a joint venture of the country’s big names in quality home appliances: Concepcion Industrial Corporation and Concepcion Carrier Air Conditioning, with the objective of bringing quality and innovative home appliances to consumers in the Philippines.

Premium body and facial care provider Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center launched recently its Bloom campaign, which aims to give women the feel of a more beautiful and youthful glow through the “Purity” and “Divine” packages. The Purity Package includes a session of Laser Hair Removal, Intense Diamond Peel, and Nourishing Facial, while the Divine Package comes with a session of Warts Removal, Spot Whitening, Intense Diamond Peel and Nourishing Facial.

Both the “Purity” and “Divine” are beamed at brides-to be and just about every woman who are after a blooming look with healthier, fairer, and younger-looking skin.

Clarity continues to develop affordable and exclusive beauty promos.

“Being beautiful doesn’t have to be expensive, so we developed the Bloom campaign to make sure that every woman gets the chance to bring out the best in her,” says Carmie de Leon, vice president for sales and marketing. “We believe that being beautiful is every person’s right, which is why over and beyond our company’s business goals, we care for our clients by reaching out to their needs.”

These beauty packages are available from June 1 to August 31, 2014, and vouchers may be used until December 31, 2014.

For more information, visit the Clarity Aesthetic and Dental Center at the 5L Wellness Zone, Shangri-La Mall. Call the Customer Care Hotline (02)638-1294 or visit www.clarity.com.ph. Like Clarity Aesthetic Medical and Dental Center on Facebook.

I found a really good place to all pizza lovers! Imagine, you can now enjoy your pizza created by you with toppings of your choice and you can put as many as you want! You should visit Mad For Pizza toppings all you want!

Mad For Pizza is located at Il Terrazzo along Mother Ignacia, Quezon City. They not only serve pizza but they also have lots of offerings to satisfy your tummies and cravings! Aside from create your own pizza, they also have ready to order pizza! How cool is that?

Brewed Iced Tea

Fried Zucchini for starters! Really enjoyed eating this. So yummy and crunchy especially if it's hot!

They also serve fried calamari. Was not able to taste this though since I have allergy with squid

Buffalo Wings

Hawaiian Salad and Sea Breeze drinks ! Love that they complement's each other's taste

And so, may feeling chef began! Too bad that it is not a do-it-yourself pizza making but rather, may friendly staff na naka assign syo who will make pizza for you but you will direct him kung what ingredients you'd like to put. And with so many ingredients in front of you, d mo alam which one ang ipapalagay mo or if anong flavor gusto mong ma achieve, hehe! Overwhelming and exciting! :D

I decided to put all kinds of meat like pepperoni, ham, bacon , beef and 3 types of cheese in my pizza with lots of onions, tomatoes, dried tomatoes and bell pepper. And when I felt unsure of the flavor sa mga pinapalagay ko(haha!), the friendly kuya staffer assured me that it will go well. And he even made suggestions to add this and that.

Did you know that you can put ALL toppings in your pizza? And you can make it higher as you want. Not kidding!

And tadah! Nakakakilig when I saw the outcome! It smelled yummy too!

Create your own pizza is php280 only and is good for 2-3 persons. Brought this home to my family and they loved it too! They didn't know that it was "created" by me, hehe! :)

Mad For Pizza really give value to your money! And with toppings all you want, for the win sya! Visit them with your friends and family and have fun making your own pizza and trying their other dishes as well. They're good for sharing.

Mad For Pizza is located at 2/F Il Terrazzo Building - 305 Tomas Morato Ave. corner Scout Madriñan St. Quezon City, 1104. Open from Monday to Sunday at 11am-11pm.

Follow them for more exciting news and updates:

Facebook: facebook.com/MadForPizzaPh

Twitter: @MadForPizza

Instagram: @MadForPizza

Thank you so much Mad For Pizza for having me! Really enjoyed the experience! :)

Hugging this giant Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate made my friday night a sweet ending! :) Got an invite to attend the sweet ending party from Cadbury held a Mercato Centrale. A lot of people came to celebrate the sweet ending of the week. Friday! To make the night even sweeter there was another smooth surprise!

Rock band Pupil with front man and music icon Ely Buendia gave a rousing performance to everyone gathered.

Cadbury Dairy Milk, the smooth and creamy chocolate that gives you sweet endings helps you eat chocolate the right way. Sweet endings for Cadbury Dairy Milk mean savoring the good things in life, including a bar of this smooth and creamy chocolate – in the right way!

There are many things in life which give us sweet endings. It could be taking a moment from a busy day during lunch. Or kicking back at home on a Friday night after a grueling workweek. It could also be hanging out and laughing with your friends while on a night out – just to catch up and enjoy being in each other’s company.

Everything else in life is rushed: Deadlines, meetings, schedules. Sweet endings are your breaks from all of these. A time for you to enjoy and savor.

Cadbury Dairy Milk knows all about sweet endings. As a smooth and creamy chocolate bar, its taste alone is a sweet ending – something you savor and enjoy every moment of. The smooth and creamy taste is a perfect sweet ending to any meal, nightcap or gimik with friends. Enjoying a bar of a smoothly satisfying 15g pack is akin to living in the moment – taking the time to savor every bite.

In fact, enjoying a Cadbury Dairy Milk bar is not something you rush into. You take your time for it. There’s a ritual that makes the experience much more enjoyable.

1. RIP the exquisite royal purple and gold packaging. See the perfectly shaped mounds of chocolate with a smooth satin shine. The look of delicious chocolate. Smell the aroma. Imagine what it would taste like –and you know it will be good too.

2. Then you BITE into it. Listen for that satisfying snap.

3. Here comes the most awaited part: You savor it and let it MMM-Melt. Don’t ruin the experience by chewing and swallowing immediately. Let it roll over your tongue. Delight as the smooth and creamy taste washes over your mouth.

4. Then you ENJOY by repeating the ritual: Bite and MMM-Melt, Bite and MMM-Melt. Until the world MMM-Melts around you and you remember that all good things in life must really be savored.

When you do this, each chocolate moment becomes yours and yours alone – your #CadburySweetEndings.

For details on this and other offerings, visit the Cadbury Dairy Milk Philippines Facebook Page (CadburyPh) and Instagram (@cadburyPHL). Enjoy eating smooth and creamy chocolate and sweet endings with Cadbury Dairy Milk! #CadburySweetEndings

Toy Kingdom is happy to bring more shopping excitement with the second Toy Expo Philippines at the SMX Convention Center Manila from August 29-31, 2014. This three-day "toy experience" will highlight the most amazing new toys from well-loved brands, as well as fun games and activities.

Boys will get excited viewing the life-size movie and comic characters in 3D, amazing toy car and train displays and interactive action packed activities. Girls, on the other hand, will have the opportunity to practice their creativity and play "dress-up" with their favorite dolls. They will also have a chance to meet and greet their favorite cartoon characters.

Toy fans will also have fun and learn at the same time as they explore and experience educational toys and modern gadgets that will be showcased at the expo.

Toy Expo Philippines will definitely be an amazing and memorable experience for everybody!

Toy Kingdom is located at selected SM Supermalls, Fisher Mall, The Podium, Lucky Chinatown Mall and Virra Mall.

Visit www.toykingdom.ph to learn more about their products, promos and events. Follow them on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: ToyKingdomPH

See you there!

I always love Filipino dishes. From fried rice with toppings to fish, beef, chicken, iba ang lutong pinoy. They're so flavorful and the taste is always right. And it's true to some people, hinahanap hanap nila ang lasang pinoy. And parang in every season or weather, there's a perfect pinoy food to crave. Like sinigang or nilagang baka for rainy season, halo halo if it's hot and many more. And that's what I love about Dekada! Every pinoy food you crave, they have them!

I was invited to try Dekada, a Historic Filipino Cuisine located at Glorietta. It was my first time at Dekada and was so excited to try them all!

Bagoong Rice. It's a bagoong flavored rice with grilled liempo, green mango slices and scambled eggs

Dilis Rice. They're crunchy and not too salty for my taste

Gising Gising. I love spicy food and this is one of my personal favorite at Dekada. To all spicy lovers out there, you should try this! Spicy na, vegetable pa. Win!

Crispy Pla Pla with eggplant.

The famous Kare Kare! An occasion will not be complete without kare kare!

Lechon Manok

And ah! This is also on of my fave from Dekada! You don't need to wait for christmas to eat Puto Bumbong! I love that they added cheese for a tastier puto bumbong.

Leche Flan

Halo Halo sa Buko with ice cream.

Ripe Mango Shake. Love that it's in the jar

The homey interior will make you feel..at home, of course! Perfect for reunions and gatherings with family and friends.

You can now visit Dekada and order their all-day merienda!

Happy tummies. Happy ladies! lol

Dekada Historic Filipino Cuisine is located at 2nd Floor Glorietta 3, East Drive, Ayala Center, Makati City. They also opened a new branch in Fairview Terraces.

For more info, follow Dekada's facebook page.

Line, the world’s leading mobile platform with more than 490 million users, has launched an official account for the world famous football club, Manchester United (@manutd), to better update its Filipino fans through the global messaging platform.

“When Manchester United became one of the hosts for a soccer camp in the Philippines last April, there was an initiative to boost football’s popularity in the country,” said Greg Kim, head of LINE Philippines. “So we brought football closer to every Filipino by connecting them through LINE.”

Manchester United gained popularity since its kickoff in 1878. It has carried two championship titles in the FIFA Club World Cup, three championship titles in the UEFA Champions League, and became a twenty-time champion in the English Premier League.

The club has developed a fan base that extends to different nations around the world including the Philippines. Through LINE, fans of the Manchester United will be able to receive the club’s latest news, videos and photos any time of the day.

“LINE gave an avenue that lets Filipino football fans be constantly updated with Manchester United’s latest happenings,” Kim said. “Staying connected is really important for supporters in the Philippines who grew up with the sport. Hopefully, this could also inspire the next

generation of football players in the country in pursuing this sport.”

Through the creation of Manchester United’s official LINE account, the international football club will be able to engage with its fans in the Philippines and across the globe.

Overview of Manchester United FC’s Official Account

Official Account Name: Manchester United

LINE ID: @manutd

Supported regions: Global

Supported languages: English, Japanese, Thai

Hey all foodies and travelers! To boost Makati Tourism, the Makati Tourism Foundation, Inc or MTFI will launch its first ever HoReCa Makati Festival 2014! It will be held at Glorietta Activity Center on September 15-16, 2014.

HoReCa stands for Hotel, Restaurant, Cafe/Catering. It's a joint effort with the Department of Tourism to attract more local and foreign tourists, food lovers and travelers and join the fun festive activities prepared for them. Lots of exhibitors, freebies and giveaways, business group discussion, best promo deals await.

“We wish to introduce to the general public the sector of HoReCa or Hotel Restaurant Café / Catering considered to be one of the fastest-growing touristic sectors in Europe and the Middle East. HoReCa is concentrated specifically on hotels, restos, cafes and catering companies because they are believed to be a pump-primer to propel economic growth due to high-rate employment especially in exhibitions that attribute high success rates in marketing and revenue generation of participating exhibitors. Hence, we trust that a similar principle is adoptable with the current market conditions in Makati,” Triccia Dacer, Chairperson and main proponent of the HoReCa Makati Festival 2014

Various hotels will also join this effort to boost Makati Tourism.

“We want the public to know that doing business is not the only enterprising element found in Makati, in fact we want also to emphasize that business men, business travelers and tourists (local and foreign alike) are also attracted by Makati’s recreational venues for family bonding like parks, old symbolic churches and other cultural heritage spots that veer towards the traditional Filipino way of family bonding and away from the technologically-driven culture of today.”

L-R: Mr. Voltaire Villegas. Mr. Alex Willats, General Manager of Dusit Thani. Ms. Triccia Dacer, Festival Chairperson. Dr. Elton See Tan, MFTI President. Ms. Catherine Agustin, OIC of DOT-NCR and Mr. Christian Pirodon, InterContinental Hotel Area Manager

Let's make Makati City "The Business Tourism Hub of the Philippines"! Mark your calendar and save the date for First HoReCa Makati 2014 happening on September 15-16.

See you there!

We all know that SM is a shopping mall, right? But do you also know that SM also has a foundation and different programs that gives back to the community? I attended one rare event that gave me high respect at SM!

SM Cares, a division of SM Foundation through its Program on Disability and Affairs in partnership with SM Cinema, Deaf-Blind Support Philippines, MTRCB and Center for Advocacy, Learning and Livelihood(C.A.L.L) held a "Special Movie Screening for the Blind and Deaf".

Last August 15, persons with visual and hearing impairments were treated to a special screening at various SM Cinemas all over the country. SM North Edsa was the venue for Metro Manila in which the movie Hugo was shown. They also had a simultaneous screenings in other malls like SM Baguio which they featured Life of Pi, SM Davao movie was Les Miserables and SM Iloilo had Taken 2.

Bien Mateo, Program Director of Disability Affairs of SM Cares and SM Supermalls VP for North Luzon said the event is also supported by various People with Disability(PWD) Organizations including: AKAP Pinoy, Philippine Blind Union, National Council on Disability Affairs(NCDA) and the Philippine Foundation for the Rehabilitation of the Disabled(PFRD).

The Movie Television Review and Classification Board(MTRCB) expressed support to the project. Yay! And I'm glad that due to a positive feedback they got from last year, they expanded this year's screening to other malls to accommodate more persons with visual and hearing impairments. They are also planning to make it not only onvce a year event but every quarter. That is good news to our friends!

"The PWD sector has accepted this program very positively. The families of the PWD's who experienced the sensory friendly movies in SM Cinemas are very thankful for the experience that they see their children enjoy the cinemas just like anyone else", Mateo said.

MTRCB formalized its partnership with SM through a signing of a Memoramdum of Understanding before the screening

And to complete the entire film experience, the featured movie had an audio-description for the benefit of the blind, as well as subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing to read. This projects reflects the company's vision to make SM the mall for all, including persons with disabilities like the deaf and blind.

Through projects like these, anyone can enjoy what SM has to offer regardless of stature. SM Cinemas have been retrofitted with wheelchair slots. Film operators have been trained to set appropriate sound levels with light balance, assuring convenience and comfort for the audience of sensory movies.

While watching the movie, I closed my eyes to get the feel of it. The narrative story was very thorough. Every detail of the narration is perfectly described so it will be easier to understand and picture the story. The sound was a little louder but very clear.

Kudos to SM Cares for this advocacy! I hope they'll continue to inspire other organizations to help our friends in need. Projects like this, brings us hope for the humanity. Good job SM Foundation!

Watsons Generics launch

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Be the next face of Western Union

LINE Premium Call launch

Repertory Philippines presents Pinocchio at Onstage, Greenbelt 1

Joe’s Jeans Private Sale Party at Mega Fashion Hall

Project healthy with 6 best Pinoy fruits and vegetables

Zing Rewards Unboxed launch

Be part of Energizer Night Race Manila 2014

SWAP Your Lifestyle with Tomato

Meet the new IT girls of Vitress

Midea Lab A Fair with One-Touch washing machine

Clarity Aesthetic launches Bloom Campaign

Mad For Pizza with toppings all you want

Cadbury Dairy Milk sweet endings

Toy Kingdom Celebrates Toy Expo Philippines 2014

Taste the Historic Filipino Cuisine at Dekada

Get updates on Manchester United with LINE!

Sip, Savor and Swoon at First HoReCa Makati 2014

SM Cares Special Movie Screening for the Blind and Deaf