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Manila, Philippines - June 6, 2023 - Rizal Park Hotel, a renowned historic hotel in Manila, is proud to announce its special room package in celebration of the Philippines' 125th Independence Day. Commemorating this significant milestone, Rizal Park Hotel invites guests to experience a remarkable stay and indulge in traditional Filipino dishes at unbeatable prices.
In an ideal world, things will always go your way. The MRT will never be late nor packed, you can always buy whatever you want, and you will never gain a pound or two despite indulging your sweet tooth. Alas, an ideal world doesn’t truly exist and our daily reality can sometimes be tougher to navigate than how we hope it to be.
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| Attendees of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Conference pose for a photo at Novotel Manila, Quezon City recently, with the theme “Prevention Digest: Strengthening the prevention strategy and family-based initiatives in the Philippines |
May is upon us again, which only means that the spotlight shines extra bright once more for our moms as we celebrate Mother’s Day. If you’re thinking of the right surprise to give to the number one lady in your life, then we’re here to give you a clue. It starts with an A and ends with an R. It’s a kitchen favorite, one that will help our number one chef flex her amazing cooking skills.
It’s Air Fryers! At least according to the latest data from OnBuy which has reported a big surge of sales on this nifty appliance weeks before the annual celebration of Mother’s Day. This kitchen must-have has boomed in popularity in the last couple of years and for good reasons. In this article, we’ll walk you through all its benefits by putting the focus on one of the most powerful models in the market: The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer. Below are all the reasons why you should #BringBrevilleHome.
1. Air frying is a better alternative to traditional deep frying.
When you deep fry, oil is heated into high amounts that can lead to increased concentrations of inflammatory compounds that are absorbed by the food. With air frying, you minimize the use of oil or can even entirely remove it. The way it works is that it uses convection heat to cook food, similar to the way a fan oven works. It can help you cook healthier versions of your favorite fried dishes.
2. Regular consumption of deep-fried food has been known to be correlated to the development of chronic ailments like cardiovascular disease. The use of convection heat to fry can create the same crispy exterior that we all love so much from our favorite fried treats. The result is healthier versions of meals with lower saturated fat that are better for our diets.
3. It’s versatile!
The versatility of this kitchen partner is something all cooking aficionados will definitely appreciate. The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is a perfect example of this. On top of having a dedicated air frying setting, this unit from the premium home lifestyle brand comes with nine other cooking functions which include toast, roast, bake, crumpet, and even pizza. It’s like having 10 appliances, all in one powerful model.
4. It’s perfect for busy bees.
Talking about power, the Smart Oven Air Fryer is also ideal for anyone who wants to be efficient with cooking. Its dual-speed convection feature reduces cooking time by 30 percent which is perfect for all busy moms out there.
5. It’s very user-friendly.
Air frying food is a no-brainer because you can easily pick settings for your recipe. The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer takes this a notch higher with its Element IQ System which has a smart algorithm that creates the ideal cooking environment for a range of different cooking techniques. Forget about cold, uneven spots and ideal rack positions. This air fryer does it all for you and more, regardless of your cooking skills.
This Mother’s Day, give the gift of innovation to the special woman in your life by turning their dream kitchen into a reality. We already know that our moms are geniuses when it comes to creating meals that we love, but it doesn’t hurt to bring home an equally smart partner that can help them make even more cooking wonders. If you’re into it, you can even go the extra mile and take a crack at cooking by bonding with her to make your own Mother’s Day feast.
It’s time to #BringBrevilleHome this Mother’s Day. Want to know more about the Smart Oven Air Fryer? Visit their website to get the full deets about this appliance. Don’t forget to also follow their official Facebook and Instagram to get updated on their other releases.
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| (L to R) Jesus Manapat - National Bureau of Investigation, Stephen Floyd Abuso Gopez – Executive Vice president - Association of law students of the Philippines, Atty. Rowel Barba - Director - Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines, Dean Lilibeth Aragon - President - association of administrators in Hospitality, hotel and restaurant management educational institution and Atty. Dominador Buhain - Chairman Rex Education |
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As the luckiest animal in the Chinese Zodiac, the rabbit promises a year of prosperity, hope, and calm.
The historic Rizal Park Hotel invites guests to usher in abundance and success by celebrating the Year of the Water Rabbit with a sumptuous, curated menu of authentic Chinese cuisine, available across the property’s dining outlets from Imperial Court to Cafe Rizal.
Hotel Sogo, the country’s largest Filipino-owned hotel chain company with over 45 branches nationwide, has been crowned as the “Best Choice Philippines Leading Hotel Chain” and won the “Philippines Guest Choice Awards” by the acclaimed Netizens Best Choice Awards 2022.
The country’s largest Filipino-owned hotel chain company has been awarded as Asia’s Most Outstanding Hotel Chain of the Year and Philippine's Most Leading Hotel Chain of the Year.
This crazy inflation has really affected most people, including myself. In the Philippines, it’s like having a salary of Php 20,000 is no longer enough to live comfortably even for one person. Also, saving money is really difficult nowadays especially if you have bills to pay. In my case, when I start saving, somehow I always end up spending it because of unexpected expenses. Right now, I have a work-at-home job and I’m earning just enough for food, rent, and transportation fees when my daughter and I commute to take her to school, which is just one tricycle ride away, plus I give allowance to my son who also commutes to school. So long story short, it’s hard for me to save.
So the question is, is it too late for people like me to save especially during these hard times? I looked at some interesting articles online that could help us give some insight. Here are some tips worth reading:
1.) Finish paying off any debt. According to an article from Forbes.com, if you have high-interest debt, finish it off once and for all during your 40s. All it's doing is holding you back. Right now, that’s exactly what I plan to do – finish all my debts, especially from Shopee so I can start focusing on my savings goals.
2.) Be honest. At first, I thought I can get rid of coffee so I can save some money. I know to myself that I cannot work without coffee so I really need to set aside some bucks for it. Another example is face-to-face classes. Times were different when my kids were still having their online studies. I did not need to compute their allowance and transportation expenses. Now, since face-to-face classes have been implemented, I failed to compute these expenses beforehand. Knowing your real expenses can help you set realistic financial goals.
3.) Learn a new skill. At my age, I am actually starting to feel like my current skills can be learned by fresh grad employees which makes me feel kind of depressed sometimes. So this year, I plan to learn some new skills, but I’m still working on what particular skills they’ll be.
4.) Avoid lifestyle inflation. Okay, this is new to me, but it’s also an eye-opener. While you can spend more on some goods like food, and drinks, and occasionally treat yourself to a family vacation, it's crucial to avoid letting prices get the better of you. Don't spend your entire budget on enhancing your lifestyle meaning if you know your salary is just enough, don’t spend money going to coffee shops and eating out every day when you know that you can’t financially sustain it. When you let your lifestyle inflate, your net gain is zero. So the bottom line is to maintain your simple lifestyle.
5.) Start a retirement fund. Considering you still don't have a retirement fund, I believe it's never too late to get one since we still have 20 years (or less) before we retire in our 60s. Though the contributions are higher compared to individuals who are in their 20s, it’s never too late to get one.
6.) Get a side gig. If you really think your current job can’t give you higher pay then it’s time to find another side gig or a part-time job to sustain your finances. You can also start a small business if you have the extra money. Having a passive income is a necessity.
There are still a lot of things we can do in our 40s. Some have started a business in their 40s or even in their 50s or 60s and became successful. As for me, what I need right now is extra cash to sustain my expenses so I believe I’ll be looking for another side gig. What about you? Tell me in the comments below what your plans are or if you have suggestions.
TAGUIG CITY – Leading e-commerce global delivery service J&T Express is giving away big discounts as an early Christmas gift to their customers nationwide. Get huge savings on shipping fees when you send your parcels via J&T Express this holiday season using its Unlisaya promo with a voucher discount, available on their mobile application.
Don’t fret thinking about your Christmas gift for a loved one this Yuletide season anymore. Taiwan Excellence has got a complete range of excellent lifestyle products you can choose from for that all-important present you can give in this most important and joyous season.
Take Acer, for example. One of Taiwan’s best IT brands that completely took the world by storm, Acer makes unboxing during the holidays a truly exceptional experience for the whole family.
Just buy any participating Acer products and be ready to get a free Digital SM Gift Pass worth up to P8,000. Promo runs until December 31, 2022.
Shop Acer products now to get up to P8,000 worth of Digital SM Gift Pass
Quality assurance and food safety are at the core of Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc.’s (PCPPI) operations. The organization recently reinforced its commitment to uphold excellence in line with PCPPI and PepsiCo’s observance of World Quality Month this November.
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) wins at APEA 2022. The photo shows PCPPI president and chief executive officer Frederick D. Ong proudly showing the company’s Corporate Excellence Award and his Master Entrepreneur Award from the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2022. The annual recognition program honors the region’s best in business performance towards sustainable growth.
Special salu-salo and need mo ba ng easy to whip up dish? Ihain na ang timplang bongga with Magnolia Chicken Timplados Ready-to-Cook Roasters Lemon Herb or Smoked Pepper Roast! Kahit anong occasion, swak na swak sya kasi no need to marinate. #Madalicious ihain each time na may craving for roast chicken ang pamilya. Plus, it’s a great food offering too sa mga upcoming get-togethers and handa this holiday season.
After months of gruelling preparations, RP Blu Boys begin their quest for World Cup glory as they tackle powerhouse TEAM USA on November 26 at the Rosedale Park, Auckland, New Zealand.
There is nothing more annoying and irritating than having to adjust your clothing constantly. It does not matter how put together you look, or how sleek your outfit may look like but if you are constantly adjusting your outfit, it can ruin the aesthetic.
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| Signatories of the memorandum pose for a picture. From L-R: Miss Jeanne Marie F. Tordesillas, Chief Marketing Officer of Rex Education; Dr. Excelsa C. Tongson, Chairperson of Philippine Social Sciences Council; Don Timothy I. Buhain, Chief Executive Officer of Rex Education; Professor Emeritus Dr. Ma. Luisa T. Camagay, Representative from the Philippine Historical Association; Dr. Marcelino M. Macapinlac, Jr., Representative from the Philippine National Historical Society |
Manila, Philippines – With Christmas lists growing longer every year, it’s easier to just buy one generic item in bulk and hope that everyone likes the same thing.
With Christmas just around the corner, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry Malabon (PCCI Malabon) is opening the city’s doors and inviting everyone to discover Malabon’s best of the best as it holds the first-ever Malabon Food and Gift Expo 2022. The event is in partnership with the Local Government of Malabon with the support of Honorable Mayor Jeannie Sandoval.
