G.I. Jane Collection by BUM



Last September 22, 2014,  BUM Equipment unveiled its launching of G.I. (Girl It’s) Jane collection named after one of its youth brand ambassador Jane Oineza, who is fresh from her successful third finish in a recently concluded Pinoy Big Brother All In Edition, a hit reality show of ABS-CBN Channel 2.

BUM’s move to provide Oineza with a collection named after her does not just spotlight the young star’s crowd-drawing potentials, but as an inspiration to the youth of today to be uniquely strong and brave amidst any criticism.

There are two categories for this particular collection—The Statement Shirts and the Skater Tops with Skirts.

Jane Oineza’s Statement Shirts

Once there was this quote that perfectly describes Jane, “It’s hard to be yourself in a world that wants you to be like them.” But when she was just one of the housemates, she was brave enough to hold onto what she strongly believed in. Thus, the statement shirts were born.  

The statement shirts texts will read: ‘I am Misunderstood’, ‘I’m Real’, and ‘I am Stronger’, respectively and are all printed on black shirts. These speaks of Oineza’s transformation for the past months, which truly defines ‘who’ she is as an individual, as a young talented celebrity.












Oineza, being a youth brand ambassador is a reflection of a young woman who is brave enough to face all the critics and stay true to herself, no matter what.

This collection will be the first one to come out in the market on the said mentioned date and can be purchased at all BUM boutiques nationwide.



Jane’s Skater Tops and Skirts

Being a young lady, apart from being a celebri-TEEN, she prefers the preppy look. Jane is the ideal image who projects that aura of a ‘privileged’ lifestyle. She stays simple and fresh-looking with her choice of clothing combining it with the accessories without overpowering her real personality, that’s what she is.

As young lady who just blossomed after celebrating her 18th birthday inside the PBB House, Jane Oineza along with BUM, a thriving brand apparel is launching three variants of skater tops and skirts under the G.I. Jane collection as well.

Though black in theme, the Skater Skirts comes in three designs; black skull print, white skull print and diamond pattern print. While G.I. Jane skater tops are spandex long sleeves with accentuations to differ one tops from the other. These items can be bought in pairs or can be bought separately.
The said girly-themed collection will soon be available in November this year. Also, these will be exclusively available in all SM department stores.


Jane Thoughts on these Collections

“I am excited with the collection. And it truly is me. It spells out who I am on and off camera,” Jane shares.

The collections are something that any young lady would grab and own several pieces because of its message and the design. The G.I. Jane collections do not just reflect Jane’s personality but can be identifiable by any female growing up in the world of ‘peer pressures’ and stay committed to her ideals and do not conform to the standards dictated of the ‘world’ around her.

“I do hope that even with the line of clothing via BUM, I can be a living testimony to girls out there to standout and not just be one of the many girls corrupted by any sort of ideals.”

To know more about BUM latest collection-- G.I. Jane, visit its social media accounts such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram via @officialbumph or visit its official website www.bumequipment.com.ph.



That's me and beautiful Jane during their launch as BUM's newest brand ambassadors

To Jane, you've really come a long way. That picture of you and me was just taken this last March 12, 2014 during BUM Equip's "Colorful Rebelation Night" event with the theme "Unleash Your RealiTEE." During the said event, Jane was also launched and presented to the media as one of  BUM's newest brand ambassadors alongside with Nash Aguas, Ella Cruz and Diego Loyzaga. 

Shortly after more than a month, she was tasked to enter ABS-CBN's reality tv program, PBB: All In (Pinoy Big Brother) as one of the celebrity housemates. I, myself frantically followed this edition of PBB since I am also one of Jane's believers and admire her talent, hoping that she'd be given great opps and exposure to reach her full stardom. Now that you're in full-bloom Jane, I only wish what's best for you. Just stay grounded, set aside the heart issues, think of your career and family first because opportunity knocks only once. Get hold of it and never let go, 'coz you deserve to be on top, girl. :))




ABOUT BUM:

With its humble beginnings in 1992 producing apparel exclusively for boy’s teens, tapping the market segments B, C & D levels, BUM EQUIPMENT, INCORPORATED trademarked and patented a totally different entity from the imported Brand of the same name and had successfully grown into a full line of apparel wear. It continuously upgrade new product lines and creates extensive marketing and advertising methods  to  determine the customer’s needs, wants, and expectations. It offers goods with services, programs and activities that would eventually institutionalize the brand BUM



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The 3rd ASOP Music Festival

The 3rd ASOP Music Festival


It was my privilege to attend the presscon and meet the Grand Finalists of the 3rd ASOP  Music Festival yesterday. A lot of you maybe thinking what does ASOP means? Well, it is actually A Song Of Praise; and based from the title itself, it is a musical celebration of religious and songs of praises put into a song writing competition on Philippine television. 

It aims to relive to the people what seems to be lost and forgotten and often neglected. You know what it is? It's giving thanks and glory to The Creator amidst the rat race, fear and violence humans are faced with nowadays-- a mark that most songwriting competitions do not possess. 

While other stations were busy creating reality, game shows and talent discovery programs, UNTV's Kuya Daniel Razon, Mr. Public Service himself founded ASOP being a venue not only for professional songwriters but also for aspiring and budding composers who have their own stories to tell through their songs and musical talents showcased year round. Kudos to all of you!

Running on its third year, ASOP Music Festival holds its grand finals today, September 23, 2014 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. ASOP has produced three albums, each featuring twelve originally composed praise songs that emerged victorious in each of the twelve months from September to August interpreted by the most sought-after artists and big names in the local music scene. 

Going international, being seen on UNTV 37 with live streaming on www.untvweb.com , and heard over UNTV Radio La Verdad 1350 Khz, ASOP has been receiving song entries from key cities in the Philippines and overseas. Aside from cash prizes to the weekly and monthly winners, the program gives all contestants free songwriting tips from authorities in the field of music. 

Above all these, ASOP gives the songwriters and the audience the chance to offer thanks and songs of praises to the Supreme Musician. 

ASOP Music Fest grand finalists seated from left to right: Ms. Lilet Esteban, Empol Balbin, Bo Cerrudo, Rachel Alejandro, Ava Olivia Santos (Freestyle) and Mcoy Fundales during the presscon yesterday


Sir Mon del Rosario, one of the prestigious judges at the ASOP Music Festival 2014


The other set of ASOP Music Festival grand finalists (composers and interpreters) with Jessa Mae Gabon, Jek Manuel (I-Axe) and Jason Fernandez (Rivermaya)


Ma. Luz Lilet Esteban

Meanwhile, Ms. Lilet said during the presscon, "Excited ako, eto 'yung first time ko na sumali sa isang songwriting competition, kasi nung bata ako sumasali ako sa mga singing competition. Tapos ito 'yung napakagandang opportunity kasi it's not just a song that I wrote, it's a worship song for the Giver." 



Ms. Rachel Alejandro


"Dahil napakaganda ng kanta ni Arniel, nagpapasalamat ako na binigyan at nagtiwala s'ya sa 'kin with this beautiful song ( Tanging Gabay). So I'm, excited to do this one for him tomorrow," Rachel shared.



Right to left: Bo Cerrudo, Rachel Alejandro, Ava Olivia Santos and Mcoy Fundales


While on the other hand, Bo Cerrudo, described "Awit ng Puso" as a very reflective and meditative song. He calls it an appreciation song also. He also shares that this song is structured like that of the 80's and 90's and he even compared it to the song "Magsimula Ka." 


The complete list of ASOP's Grand Finalists for 2014:


1. "Hangga't May Tinig Ako" (September) 
Composer: Jinnie Adilan
Interpreter: Daryl Ong (Voices of 5)


2. "Awit ng Puso Ko" (October)
Composer: Empol Balbin
Interpreter: Bo Cerrudo


3. "Pagpupuring Walang Hanggan" (November)
Composer: Cesar Montano
Interpreter: Mcoy Fundales (Kenyo/ Orange & Lemon)


4. "Sa Bawa't Araw" (December) -- Europop inspired
Composer: Marlon Nabla
Interpreter: Shanne Velasco (Ka-Voice ni Idol, Ikaw at Echo Grand Winner)


5. "Ikaw ang Tangi Kong Minamahal" (January) -- Power Ballad
Composer: Ralph Lauren Refil
Interpreter: Gail Blanco


6. "Biyaya" (February) -- World Music Genre
Composer: Meldin Nabla
Interpreter: Bayang Barrios


7. "Tanging Gabay" (March)
Composer: Arniel Villagonza
Interpreter: Rachel Alejandro


8. "Kislap" (April) -- Reggae
Composer: Oliver Narag
Interpreter: Jessa Mae Gabon


9. "God Will Win Our Fight" (May) -- Euro Rock
Composer: Ricardo Sanchez
Interpreters: Jek Manuel and Jason Fernandez


10. "May Awa ang Dios (June)
Composer: Louise Lyle Robles
Interpreter: Beverly Caimen (WCOPA 2013 Senior Grand Champion)


11. "You are Lord of All" (July)
Composer: Ma. Luz Esteban
Interpreter: Ava Olivia Santos


12. "Panginoon Kay Buti Mo" (August)
Composer: Jesse Bayodoc
Interpreter: Walton Zerrudo (Voices of 5)


Expect a lot of solid entertainment as UNTV's 3rd ASOP Music Festival stage its grand finals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum hosted by OPM premium balladeer Richard Reynoso and veteran TV host Toni Rose Gayda. 

Senator Vicente "Tito" Sotto III was the chairman of the board of judges in the 1st ASOP Music Festival last 2012 while Mr. Joey de Leon, chaired the panel last year. 

Please visit http://www.asoptv.com for other updates and information



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Philippines investors look far and wide for opportunities, but stay close to home for investment and advice – Manulife Survey

  • Philippines investors favor developed economies over emerging Asia and show least home-market bias of any investors in Asia
  • Personal networks, bricks and mortar dominate approach to investing
  • Philippines investors remain most optimistic in Asia


Investors in the Philippines are among Asia's most optimistic and most outward-looking, given their willingness to invest outside the Philippines to gain returns, according to the latest Manulife Investor Sentiment Index* covering the second quarter of 2014.
Philippines investors reach across emerging Asia to mature markets

When asked which region they think is best to invest in, Philippines investors point to developed Asia, Australasia and North America over emerging markets, including emerging Asia and the Middle East and North Africa. 


Philippines investors favour developed and distant markets over China and emerging Asia


Philippines investors seem less affected by home-market bias than any other investors in the survey. Given a selection of single markets, they show most enthusiasm for Canada (76 points) and Japan (73) above the Philippines itself (51), and show least for China (44), which most other Asia investors rank relatively higher.

When it comes to growth, Philippines investors are also most optimistic about Japan and Canada, with 19 percent believing that Japan’s economy will be the fastest growing in the next two years, followed by Canada, China and Australia. This contrasts markedly with the average Asia investor, 27 percent of whom expect China’s economy to grow fastest, followed by much lower expectations for Japan Australia and Canada.


Philippines investors’ views of which markets will grow fastest
contrasted markedly with investors elsewhere in Asia


"Our research suggests that Philippines investors’ preference for Japan is likely related to Japan’s first quarter GDP growth which came in at 6.7 percent on strong consumer demand ahead of the implementation of a new goods and services tax," said Aira Gaspar, CFA, Chief Investment Officer of Manulife Philippines.
“It's also interesting that Philippines investors seem so keen on Canada. We think there is a sound basis for this given that Canadian equities outperformed their developed market peers in the first quarter."
Philippines investors rely on friendly advice, ‘bricks and mortar’ approach to portfolios.

Despite their international outlook, Philippines investors place their faith closer to home when it comes to making investment decisions, with 88 percent relying on or referring to family, friends or colleagues as a source of advice – the highest level in the region and well above the regional average of 58 percent. They are less dependent on industry staff, mass media or online sources of investment advice.

Philippines investors also have a very ‘bricks and mortar’ approach to portfolio composition, with 61 percent saying they own investment property (against the Asian average of 19 percent) and 75 percent owning their own home (against an Asian average of 50 percent). Cash and property together make up the bulk of their portfolios. Conversely, they have much lower ownership of stocks (15 percent versus the Asian average of 48 percent) and mutual funds (6 percent versus 23 percent) – even though their sentiment towards equities is the highest in Asia.

“Philippines investors rely largely on their own networks for their investment decisions" said Ryan Charland, CEO of Manulife Philippines. "While it is comforting to speak with family and friends for investment advice, investors would benefit from consulting investment professionals, who could help them build a sound and diversified portfolio that meets their medium to long-term financial goals.”
Philippines investors are Asia's most optimistic

In addition to their positive views about investing overseas, Philippines investors remain optimistic about investing at home with the sentiment index for domestic investment at 59, the highest in Asia. This optimism was spread across all asset classes in the survey, which all saw increases except cash. Fixed income saw the biggest increase, up 5 points to 50; followed by stocks, up 4 to 45. Mutual funds rose 1 point to 36. Property has taken the lead as the most favored asset class, with home property highest at 75, up 1 in the quarter, while investment property rose by 4 points to 74. Cash was the only asset class to see a decline, down 9 to 73, but still remains high.

”Filipino respondents were generally upbeat, despite weaker-than-expected first quarter 2014 GDP growth and uninspiring corporate earnings for the same period,” confirmed Ms. Gaspar. “We believe sentiment was boosted by a credit rating upgrade from Standard & Poor’s and an increase in government spending on much-needed infrastructure projects. The country’s resilient private consumption, rising investment cycle, recovering manufacturing industry and favorable consumer and business confidence bode well for economic activity and a positive earnings growth story. However, investors’ sentiment could turn sour if policy reforms aimed at addressing infrastructure deficiencies and fostering inclusive economic growth stall.”


For more findings and related information from the Manulife Investor Sentiment Index in Asia, please visit www.manulife-asia.com.


*About Manulife Investor Sentiment Index in Asia
Manulife’s Investor Sentiment Index in Asia is a quarterly, proprietary survey measuring and tracking investors’ views across eight markets in the region on their attitudes towards key asset classes and related issues. The Index is calculated as a net score (% of “Very good time” and “Good time” minus % of “Bad time” and “Very bad time”) for each asset class. The overall index is calculated as an average of the index figures of asset classes. A positive number means a positive sentiment, zero means a neutral sentiment, and a negative number means negative sentiment.
The Manulife ISI is based on 500 online interviews in each market of Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, and Singapore; in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines it is conducted face-to-face. Respondents are middle class to affluent investors, aged 25 years and above who are the primary decision maker of financial matters in the household and currently have investment products.
The Manulife ISI is a long-established research series in North America. The Manulife ISI has been measuring investor sentiment in Canada for the past 15 years, and extended this to its John Hancock operation in the U.S. in 2011. Asset classes taken into Manulife ISI Asia calculations are stocks/equities, real estate (primary residence and other investment properties), mutual funds/unit trusts, fixed income investment and cash.

About Manulife
Manulife is a leading Canada-based financial services group with principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States. Clients look to Manulife for strong, reliable, trustworthy and forward-thinking solutions for their most significant financial decisions. Our international network of employees, agents and distribution partners offers financial protection and wealth management products and services to millions of clients. We also provide asset management services to institutional customers. Funds under management by Manulife and its subsidiaries were approximately C$637 billion (US$597 billion) as at June 30, 2014. Our group of companies operates as Manulife in Canada and Asia and primarily as John Hancock in the United States.
Manulife Financial Corporation trades as ‘MFC’ on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under ‘945’ on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at manulife.com.


About Manulife Asset Management
Manulife Asset Management is the global asset management arm of Manulife, providing comprehensive asset management solutions for institutional investors and investment funds in key markets around the world. This investment expertise extends across a broad range of public and private asset classes, as well as asset allocation solutions. As at June 30, 2014, assets under management for Manulife Asset Management were approximately C$300 billion (US$281 billion).
Manulife Asset Management’s public markets units have investment expertise across a broad range of asset classes including public equity and fixed income, and asset allocation strategies.  Offices with full investment capabilities are located in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and the Philippines. In addition, Manulife Asset Management has a joint venture asset management business in China, Manulife TEDA. The public markets units of Manulife Asset Management also provide investment management services to affiliates' retail clients through product offerings of Manulife and John Hancock. John Hancock Asset Management and Declaration Management and Research are units of Manulife Asset Management.

Additional information about Manulife Asset Management may be found at ManulifeAM.com


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Face of My WU by Western Union



 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!



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Sharp’s SAMM brings an all-new high to the Filipino party




Give a Filipino a microphone and he will sing his heart out to his favorite tune. Name any kind of celebration - birthday parties, reunions, get-togethers, weddings, graduations – and you can be sure that Filipinos, known for their singing prowess all over the world, will have their video machines ready. The “karaoke culture” is truly embedded within our consciousness.

To amplify the party levels even higher, Sharp (Phils.) Corporation, one of the country’s leading brands in electronics and home appliances, introduces “SAMM” or Sharp Active Multimedia, the newest video karaoke machine that just might redefine the way we celebrate.

SAMM’s 32-inch LED display creates a more exciting viewing and singing pleasure. Not even lolo and lola will have a hard time reading and singing the lyrics of the songs onscreen. And with the clear WXGA (1366 x 768) pixel display, everybody can sing-a-long to their favorite tunes. It also comes in a 19-inch display for those who want it more compact.

SAMM’s sleek and elegant design makes it a great addition to any home. It has no irritating wires scattered around, no protruding speakers, amplifiers or other components, just like those bulky karaoke machines and other portable videoke machines that you see in most watering holes in the city.

SAMM has two microphone inputs so you can invite anyone who wants to jump in and sing a part of the song. Singing together with your family or friends is one of the most enjoyable
moments in a celebration. If, at any point, you get tired and would like to rest from all the crazy karaoke shenanigans, you can always turn on to SAMM’s TV tuner and watch your favorite TV programs.

Balikbayans from all over the world naturally feel homesick given the long time they’ve beenaway from their families. That’s why there’s nothing better than singing those good ol’ OPM songs on SAMM to make a balikbayan feel truly at home. SAMM can play 1,200 licensed songs saved in the SAMM flash drive (Volume 1 comes with the purchase; Volume 2, with 1,000 songs, is available for upgrade). All you need to do is put on the flash drive, choose your favorite song and you’re all set.

Reunions can also become more exciting and enjoyable with SAMM’s USB multimedia function, which allows you to display photos and play videos saved on your flash drive. This allows everyone in the reunion to have a “trip down to memory lane” by having their old photos displayed the screen, playing the music of their era, or reliving some of the memorable events in  their lives caught on video.


SAMM’s awesome features wouldn't be possible if not for the 32 years that Sharp has provided Filipinos with excellent products. It has been the company’s trademark to uplift the quality of Filipino lives with simple engineering marvels, especially with their “Our Brand, Our Pride” philosophy. Every Filipino home is assured to have only the best products as long as it’s from  Sharp.


For more information about Sharp (Phils.) Corp. and its products, click on www.sharp.ph


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Unleashing the secret about Coco Water ...

Dial Coconut Water Hydrating Body Wash

Now, the secret is finally revealed! 

Have you ever experienced having dry skin because your soap or body wash was just too strong for your skin? Or have you ever felt icky and sticky after putting on lotion just to get your skin moisturized?

Having too much chemicals on your skin may not be the right way to take care of it. Being the most visible organ of the body, you need to take extra care of it. So, whether you have skin that is as tough as leather, or as sensitive as a baby’s, the proper care on your skin is important since it is always exposed to harmful elements that may damage and spell illness to your skin.

Few days ago, I've posted on my social media accounts and bragged that "I showered with Coco!" A lot of reactions, comments and queries were posted. and I just told them that they'll soon know what it is. Today, I unleash the secret to my fresh and well- moisturized skin that keeps me glowing and feeling protected all day long.


"I showered with Coco!" #showeredwithcoco



Bath soaps and body washes are essential to clean your skin from all the dirt and grime you get from your daily activities. However, some soaps and body washes can actually strip off essential oils from the skin that could lead to dryness. One way to address this dilemma is to go natural! This is the perfect way to have your skin clean and nourished for that healthy aura people will notice.

Filipinos are not new to cleansing using natural ingredients. Among others, oats and salts are used for exfoliation, honey for skin rejuvenation, milk for moisture, jasmine for its soothing properties, and flower petals for fragrance and indulgence. What could be new to Filipinos, however, is the use of coconut water in caring for the skin.


For many years, coconuts have been used in so many ways, be it for nutrition, in the household, or in other commercial industries. It is only now that coconut water is being used as an ingredient for body care. One of America’s most trusted body care brands, Dial, came up with the innovative idea of infusing coconut water into our daily body care products like soap and body wash.

The Dial Coconut Water line of body care products is the first of its kind in the market, having coconut water as its primary ingredient in cleansing and caring for the skin. With coconut water found in young green coconuts, complemented by bamboo leaf extract, the Dial Coconut Water soap and body wash are rich in anti-oxidants, which get rid of harmful free-radicals that make skin look old and unhealthy, while the electrolytes in it keep the skin ultra-hydrated and rejuvenated. To top it all off, Dial’s crisp, indulging scent leaves you feeling fresh all day long.

Dial understands that the only way to make your skin refreshed and revitalized from all the stress it takes from the modern lifestyle and environment is to go natural for better nourishment. Your skin is the most noticeable part of your body wherever you go, thus your skin health should be in its tiptop shape all the time.
It only takes one shower using Dial Coconut Water soap and body wash to have that much needed skin care – for a healthier aura people will notice.

Dial Coconut Water is available at all leading supermarkets and department stores in Metro Manila. To know more about Dial, visit www.dialsoap.com.


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Serving Nutritious Meals with Safe Tableware


When it comes to serving healthy meals for your family, using safe and quality tableware is almost as important as the quality of food you put in it. It would be futile to spend time, effort, and money in cooking a nutritious feast if the plates and bowls you serve it with contain dangerous chemicals that can seep into the food, harming your family's health.

The importance of serving a completely safe and nourishing meal for the family is highlighted more than ever. CDC Manufacturing, the makers of Melawares, Perfect Dining, and Urban Kitchen, is at the forefront of educating mothers on the role of safe tableware in ensuring complete nutrition.

"When it comes to making healthy food choices for the family, investing in safe tableware is equally important. Because mothers are commonly the most involved in the process of preparing and serving every meal that goes on the table, we hope to arm them with this knowledge," CDC Manufacturing Marketing Manager Chriselda Chua said.

In making sure that its melamine tableware is made of premium quality and safe for the family, Melawares only uses imported and 100 percent melamine in each of its products. Other plastic tableware, on the other hand, may use urea -- a material of substandard quality. "Why is melamine considered safer than urea? When melamine sets, it does not migrate to or contaminate the food that we eat, while urea mixes with the food and may cause health hazards particularly in the digestive and respiratory systems," Chua explained.




Apart from being safer, melamine is also durable and resistant to stains and heat unlike urea, which is vulnerable to stains, less durable and less heat-resistant. "Serving hot food with substandard plastic tableware may cause it to chip or melt and become deformed, " Chua added.

With more than 30 years’ experience in designing and producing outstanding tableware for the home, office and commercial food service establishments, CDC Manufacturing Corporation has built a solid reputation in safety, quality and durability.

To further generate awareness on the importance of safe tableware for the family, the company is conducting the "Mommy and Me" mall tour series at different parts of the country. In partnership with ELBA Philippines, San Miguel Purefoods, Monterey, Magnolia, Nestle Maggi and SM Homeworld, the "Mommy and me" event is packed with activities that foster bonding time between moms and kids. The event features a cooking demonstration for easy-to-prepare recipes for both moms and kids.

Moms can also spend time at the face painting station with their kids and have matching face decor. There is also a Vintage Party Station set up for little girls who want to play tea time. Kids can also unleash their creativity in designing their own plates in the Design Your Own Plate Station. The winning design will get produced and the winner will get to have his / her own set of the design. And, since bonding moments will not be complete without keepsakes, guests can visit the fun photo booth station, ready to take the best mommy and me shot!


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CDC Manufacturing Corporation's mall tour series is set to visit SM branches and various locations in Batangas, Laguna, Bacolod, Iloilo, Cebu, Davao, Cagayan de Oro and General Santos. To know more about their events and activities, simply like Melawares Cusina Club and Urban Kitchen Philippines on Facebook.


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Take the Zest at SM Mall of Asia's International Food Fest

IHOP and Clawdaddy are two of the participating restaurants at the SM Mall of Asia's International Food Fest

How do you say FOOD in different languages? 

  • French- la nourriture 
  • Spanish- la comida
  •  Italion- Cibo 
  • German- die Nahrung
  •  Dutch- het voedsel 
  • Tamil- Sapadu
  •  Indonesian- Nakanan 
  • Turkish- yiyecek or Yemek
  •  Filipino- Pagkain

When we talk about food fest, who doesn't get excited about it? I bet everyone does! So what if I tell you that SM Mall of Asia has somethin' cookin' for all of us! They're having an "International Food Festival" that runs from September 5- 30, 2014 where over 50 participating restaurants get to tickle our taste buds, foodies! And guess what, since it's an international food festival, we don't have to plan a trip abroad and go to other countries to have a gastronomical experience, smells good right? The world-class cuisine can also be found in SM Mall of Asia.




Here's a sort of a teaser of what you're suppose to have and enjoy. Just recently, we had a very festive night. A food tour galore of sorts, hahaha, believe it or not, it really sounded so good and we all had a very heartful dinner in several fine and well-known restos in SM MOA which showcased dishes that were prepared 
exclusively for this month-long celebration of world-class cuisine. 

Do you wanna know our first stop? Well, this resto say, "Some of the best memories are made at the breakfast table. And for more than 50 years, millions of people have made those memories at IHOP. That's why we make it our mission to make your breakfast an experience to remember – and why it's part of everything we do." Yes, you've read it, we've successfully made our way to IHOP Restaurant! So who's on, for food-HOPping with me? 

Started as a breakfast restaurant in 1958 in Los Angeles, California, USA, IHOP (International House of Pancakes) Restaurant continues to grow across the U.S. and around the world until it became an American icon. For a fresh start, we were very much warmly welcomed by Mr. Ronnel Baltazar, IHop Regional Director, Mr. Jhay P. Torres, IHop General Manager, Paolo Gutierrez,  Head Chef and Ms. Patricia Malong, Marketing Communications Officer of Global Restaurant Concepts, Inc., which handles IHOP, California Pizza Kitchen, Morelli's, Mad for Garlic, Gyu-Kaku, P.F. Chang's and IROHA wherein Mr. Archie Rodriguez leads the company as its President and CEO who's now on the cover of this month's Entrepreneur Magazine.


IHOP Mall of Asia is located at Ground Floor, North Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City. It opens daily from 7 AM - 11 PM


Splashberry, a blend of IHOP's juicy red strawberries, lemon lime soda and premium orange juice

While sipping my new fave beverage, Splashberry, the signature dish of IHOP which is presently featured at the SM Mall of Asia International Food Fest, was served. It was a very fresh menu for all of us... check this out! 

Chicken and Waffle

You better give this new dish from IHOP a try, or you'll never experience its unique taste that keeps rolling on my palate. I can still recall the crunchiness of the chicken skin that's settled just right between each and every bite. It has a sweet, butter pecan flavor which Chef Paul has originally and successfully created for this specific event in SM Mall of Asia. Believe it or not, it really goes well with IHOP's  famous waffle. So, if I were you, don't fail to visit them and bring your family and friends, most especially this whole month of September. 

Of course, I would never let your eyes fail to witness what other delish menus that were generously served to us during our food tour at IHOP. 

Original Buttermilk Pancakes, Strawberries and Cream Pancakes ( love this!), Carbonara Fettuccini (super-like!),  Italian Chicken Pasta and Pot Roast Beef in Penne Pasta. I must commend their garlic butter toast as well. Congrats IHOP team! Thank you sooo much!!!

 Do you think we're already done? Nuh, uh, here's two more!

Hope you'll also try their newest Bread and Butter Pudding with ice cream on top, oh yeah! now, I'm missing you... and of course the luscious Strawberries and Cream Crepes


So, who's still with me in my next stop? ;-) Well, I'd better be going to my next food tour which is Clawdaddy! Hmmm... smells a whole lotta fun right? Come with me! 

Clawdaddy is located at the 2/F SM Mall of Asia, South VerandaOcean Drive. For reservations and other concerns, you may reach them at these nos.: (02) 550-1440/ 511-0646

I have left a room somewhere in my tummy for my Clawdaddy gastronomic experience and I oughta do that to achieve this! 

From the Clawdaddy's name itself, you'd definitely imagine a boat full of seafood! Most especially our friendly neighbor, CRABS! Clawdaddy Osteria Americana offers a clawsome experience where seafood meets Italian fusion cuisine. Been watching Clawdaddy being featured in several tv programs and reading articles about it, that's why I was so happy when I had the chance to tour Clawdaddy Osteria Americana as part of the SM MOA International Food Festival #MOAIntlFoodFest 



We were served with Spinach Fettuccini topped with blanched Shrimps and Bacon bits 

That was Clawdaddy's featured menu at the #MOAIntlFoodFest. It was a very fresh taste on my part considering it was served as a cold item. The sauce has a squash-y and cheesy taste and to perk it up, you can squeeze in a few drops of lemon. Definitely another fusion of seafood and Italian cuisine. 

I'd also like to share with you the other delish menus that they had us taste during our food tour. 

Special Potato Salad, Baby Back Ribs with Dirty Rice and grilled Corn, Caesar Salad (love this!), Seafood stew (shrimps, shredded squid, oysters) with rice and the one that we've been craving for--- the Typhoon Shelter Crab! It is loaded with toasted garlic (yum yum!) with stir fried egg noodles at the bottom. 

During the tour, we've also learned that, Clawdaddy and Murray's New Orleans Bourbon Street Ribs, Steaks & Oyster are both managed by same company, according to Ms. Rinna Reyes, Food and Beverage Service Manager. 

A Must-Try New Orleans Chicken Roulade in Jambalaya rice 


For the dessert part, we had Vanilla Ice Cream made more flavorful with caramelized Pecan Nuts


Finally, we've come to our last stop! Everyone's favorite place when it comes to doughnuts, it's Krispy Kreme! 

Krispy Kreme Drive Thru in SM Mall of Asia is specifically located at the Main Mall, Bay M Blvd., you can reach them in this contact no.: (02) 556-6044

Krispy Kreme is an international doughnut and coffee brand that is best known for its Original Glazed Doughnuts and Signature Coffee. The brand is present in more than 20 countries worldwide including the United States, Australia, Korea and the Philippines.

Me and my fellow bloggers got the chance to tour Krispy Kreme's very sacred place! It's their in-house bakery where they baked our favorite Original Glazed doughnuts and everything. 

Another kind of food adventure at Krispy Kreme! 


Thank you Krispy Kreme!!! #lovelovelove


You know amazing peeps, there a lot of exciting things to enjoy too, aside from the satisfaction that we get from food-tripping. You can also check out the photos of the "Special Eats" at the Main Mall Atrium, Main Mall Entrance of SM Mall of Asia. Other than that, MOA Eats diners have the chance to watch and participate in the live cooking demonstrations conducted by top chefs of four select restaurants. The cooking demos will be held at Tempura and Sbarro on September 5 and Clawdaddy, New Orleans and Vikings on September 12, 5:30. So for all of you who're so interested in cooking and been wanting to learn how your favorite dishes are prepared from its respective restaurants, better check this out! 

Here's another good news, amazing peeps, you can also win exciting prizes by participating in the Special Eats promo, where amazing treats are up for grabs. A social media contest, hosted by SM Mall of Asia twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts will give two lucky foodies a chance to dine with culinary luminaries at an exclusive Chef's Table meal, and each will get two round trip tickets to any local destination via Air Asia Zest. 

Here's more! A raffle coupon comes with every order of a Special Eats dish, and there are major prizes to be won! 

A. Third prize: One Air Asia Zest Round trip ticket to any domestic destination and 10K worth of Gift Certificates from IHOP. 

B. Second Prize: One Air Asia Zest Round trip ticket to any domestic destination and 15K worth of gift certificates from IHOP.

C. Grand Prize: Round trip ticket for two (2) to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia via Air Asia Zest, Hotel accommodation via Air Asia Go and a tour package! 

Isn't it exciting?! Isn't it soooo amazing?! Don't miss this absolute great festivity full of food, fun, surprises and amazing prizes! Treat yourself and your family! Dine at SM Mall of Asia and order for "Special Eats" which are only available during this whole month of September in over 50 participating restaurants at the SM Mall of Asia International Food Festival!!! 

SM Mall of Asia Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/smmallofasia


The food bloggers of SM Mall of Asia International Food Festival 2014. Thank you SM Mall of Asia for everything and Great Image for such a great pic! 

Special thanks to co-blogger/friend Ms. Christian Melanie Lee of http://www.eccentricyethappy.info for extending the invite! 




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