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May 2021

Entertainment

Hayu Philippines available to stream and download the season 7 of BOTCHED

Starting on May 19 hayu will be stream and download the Botched returns for a seventh season. Where back to the O.R. for another season of mind-blowing patients transformations of the world-renowned Drs. Paul Nassif and Terry Dubrow bring their unparalleled surgical skills and hilarious banter.  From heartbreaking to jaw-dropping, the doctors once again take on life-changingsurgeries with patients who have not only been “botched” by bad plastic surgery but have experienced harrowing physical trauma from inexplicable genetic defects and nightmare-inducing accidents.

This season pushes the doctors to pursue innovative new treatments as they grapple with some of the most complicated cases of their careers with the episodes like “I Got Dumped Because of My Plastic Surgery,” “I Should Have Done My Homework,” and “Surgical Secrets Revealed,”.

Some of the patients this season include: 

  • A woman that grew an extra set of softball-sized breasts in her armpits that lactate when she breastfeeds.
  • A trip to the ER following a near fatal accident left a patient with a life altering, “shark-bite” sized hole on his abdomen.
  • A man who believes his nose was deformed by his mother’s IUD while he was in the womb, creating debilitating breathing and self-esteem issues.
  • A woman with the BRCA gene had a mess of a mastectomy and fears her doctor may have left breast tissue behind, still leaving her at risk of developing breast cancer.

Botched is an Evolution Media production with Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin, Tina Gazzerro Clapp, Matt Westmore, and Sarah Kane serving as Executive Producers, along with Dr. Terry Dubrow and Dr. Paul Nassif.

 

 

 

 

May 12, 2021 by
Food

Satisfy your cravings at Subway Savers with its budget friendly deal

Subway Savers will definitely fulfill your new cravings that are budget-friendly for a limited period of time deal until June 30, 2021! Choose from three choices that will best match your group’s size and enjoy the ultimate snack time with your family and friends in the safety and comfort of your own homes!

SAVERS FOR 2

For only Php 285, enjoy a delightful (2) Pepperoni Delite Pandesal Sliders along with (2) Cookies and (2) 12 oz. Drink! Save as much as Php49 with this combo meal for you and your special other!

SAVERS FOR 3

For only Php 340, grab a bite of (3) Pepperoni Delite Pandesal Sliders and (3) 12 oz. Drink! Save as much as Php28 when you order a merienda fit for a group of three or when two pandesal sliders just isn’t enough to satisfy your cravings.

SAVERS FOR 4

For only Php 600, you get the ultimate deal of enjoying (2) 6-inch Subway Melt, (2) Pepperoni Delite Pandesal Sliders, (2) 16 oz. Drinks and (2) 12 oz. Drinks! Save as much as Php 148, with these deliciously loaded choices that’s also a great summer snack.

ORDERING Via MESSENGER “BOTTY” WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH SAVINGS AT HOME

For those working at home, Subway strives to provide safe and inexpensive snack options for the ideal merienda experience. In the Philippines, merienda is usually consumed between 3 and 5 p.m., or between lunch and dinner. And it’s generally regarded as a re-energizing break as well as a reward for a job well done. Subway strictly follows the IATF authorized guidelines in proper food handling and packaging hygiene to remind customers of our safety protocols. All of this is done to ensure that you can comfortably enjoy your favorite subs and options in the privacy of your own home.

So treat yourself and your friends and family to Subway’s delectable and freshly prepared subs by ordering from GRAB, FOODPANDA, or FB Messenger “Botty” delivery.

May 12, 2021 by
Lifestyle

Mirah Borja, a TikTok doctor mom, straddles the line between family and career

If you’re a wife and a mother, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. However, this does not rule out the possibility of getting a good career when raising a family. The trick is to strike a balance between work and home life, accept the necessary sacrifices, and find satisfaction in everything you do. Doctor Mom, Mirah Borja, has done and continues to do all of this while juggling her family and career.

Mirah is a TikTok creator who posts helpful tips on obstetric and gynecologic disorders, the transition from conception to motherhood, and the wonders of parenting. She goes by the handle @doctormomph on social media. She says,  “In this time of pandemic, access to health care has become limited and this is why I have dedicated majority of my videos to respond to medical inquiries that have been posted on my comments section. I myself went through a pregnancy during this pandemic, and it felt tougher than I had imagined. Like how I felt, I know that there are pregnant mothers out there who wanted to seek consult but fear putting themselves and their babies at risk.”

One of Mirah’s first videos talks about danger signs to watch out for during pregnancy, a subject that is important to her as a medical professional. “As an Obstetrician, I am very particular about this, and this is what we advise all our patients to watch out for before sending them home. Not only does it assure me that I have well advised my patients, but it also makes my patients feel empowered that she is able to look after her and her baby’s well-being as well,”  she says.

Apart from being a doctor, Mirah is also a first-time mom. She says that, while she is devoted to her profession, her top priority will always be her child. But being able to balance family time and work is hard enough, and the COVID-19 pandemic has made things even more difficult. Mirah shares, “Being a devoted mom, being a devoted wife, all the while being a devoted doctor takes practice. It took a whole lot of patience and skill to attune myself to this constantly changing environment that is full of uphill struggles, decisions, and joy.  I try to balance work and family by creating a “To do list” for the following day before I go sleep, waking up early every day and being productive as much as I can during the day so that I can spend the night with my family.”

Having to abandon her two-week-old daughter to attend to her patients was one of Mirah’s greatest challenges during the pandemic. According to Mirah, “I think it was the hardest moment I had during this motherhood – the first time that I had to leave her side. Imagine not being able to breastfeed, not being able to go home to hold, hug, and kiss your baby because of fear of exposing her to the disease. I longed for her, and knowing that she too was longing for me was the hardest thing to endure at that time,” she shares. Despite the sacrifices, Mirah believes that the best thing about being a working mom is being able to continue doing what she loves. Being a physician is, for her, the most fulfilling job. Mirah’s advice to other moms, whether they work or stay at home is, “As moms, we will always somehow tend to put everyone else’s needs before our own – Mommy’s instinct! But this may eventually lead to mommy burnout. So take a break once in a while.” She add, “Do not be ashamed to take a breather. Making time for yourself is a must.”

On TikTok, you will find more inspiring mothers like Mirah. To get started, download the software on your iOS or Android device today.

 

 

 

 

May 11, 2021 by
Entertainment

This Month Hayu has a slew of new shows and thrilling comebacks to check out.

Season 11 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills features a heady mix of marriages, parenting problems, life shifts, and other challenges faced by housewives Erika Girardi, Kyle Richards, Lisa Rinna, Dorit Kemsley, Garcelle Beauvai, Sutton Stracke, Crystal Kung Minkoff, and Kathy Hilton.

Can’t get enough of high-society life? With the Real Housewives of New York, expect more of the same. Season 13 follows Leah McSweeney, Luann de Lesseps, Ramona Singer, Sonja Morgan, and Eboni K. Williams as they explore the complexities of dating, creative projects, self-love, friendships, and professional development as they go about their everyday lives.

For a glimpse of medical action, Botched offers a glimpse into the lives of world-renowned Drs. Paul Nassif and Terry Dubrow bring their unparalleled surgical skills and hilarious banter back to the O.R. for another season of mind-blowing patient transformations. From heartbreaking to jaw-dropping, the doctors once again take on life-changing surgeries with patients who have not only been “botched” by bad plastic surgery,but have experienced harrowing physical trauma from inexplicable genetic defects and nightmare-inducing accidents.

Wondering where the rich are snapping up properties with the Covid-19 crisis changing the New York real estate scene? Catch Million Dollar Listing and follow a group of real estate brokers as they work with high-end clientele.

Season 1 of Dating New Filter UK will teach you what you need to know about modern dating. Every episode features comedians observing singles as they date, or at least attempt to date, and offering unfiltered commentary on the viewers’ shock and awe. It’s everything you and your peers are always yelling at the television throughout dating shows: humorous, wince, and completely honest.

You’ll hardly run out of excuses to binge-watch with hayu’s thrilling lineup. Now you can watch unlimited shows with a subscription or prepaid card! Sign up for a weekly plan for just Php49 or a monthly plan for Php149 with a 7-day FREE TRIAL at hayu.com. Alternatively, purchase a hayu prepaid pass to save money on your weekly, monthly, or quarterly pass series on hayu.com!

The Real Housewives’ Home of the Housewives: A True Representation of the Thrill Ride Life of Being a Woman on Hayu

With reality series The Real Housewives, you’ll get your fill of edginess, glitter, tension, excitement, and all-around awesome women slash housewife strength. hayu, the Home of the Housewives, is a great place to watch the show.

With so many spin-offs from the triumph of the first TRH season, The Real Housewives of Orange County, you’ll never be short on Housewives content to binge-watch and keeping yourself amused.

Know more about what the latest developments are for some TRH series:

The Real Housewives of New York City

Seasons 1-13 | Brand New Episodes every Wednesday, Same Day as the U.S.

New Faces, New Drama! With a new apartment and furry friend, Leah McSweeney is on a mission to continue elevating her life. The Upper East Side welcomes back Luann de Lesseps, who is excited to settle in her new space, be closer to friends, and spark up a new romance.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Seasons 1-11 | Brand New Episodes every Thursday starting May 20, Same Day as the U.S.

These diamonds are back and under pressure! Erika Girardi shocks the group with news that she is filing for divorce from her husband and is entangled in a web of legal proceedings. Kyle Richards struggles with the realization that her daughters are growing up and her impending empty-nest status.

The Real Housewives of Orange County

Seasons 1-15

Dive-in headfirst into the private lives of the privileged residents of Orange County, the elite Southern California community. Offering a fly-on-the-wall view of the day-to-day existence of the truly decadent and extravagantly casual, this is an addictive real life soap opera starring the tanned, bleached, and fabulous.

The Real Housewives of Dallas

Seasons 1-5

Time to saddle up and head to the Lone Star State! Demonstrating that everything is indeed bigger in Texas, these sophisticated southern socialites flaunt over-the-top lifestyles as they jockey for position within the elite tiers of the Dallas social scene. The series gives an exclusive look inside their massive Texas mansions and glitzy galas full of intriguing gossip and shocking scandals. With big egos and quick tempers, these proud Texans prove that things are truly wilder out west.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City

Season 1

Head to the scenic mountains of Salt Lake City for a peek inside the unconventional lives of six successful women navigating an exclusive social circle in a city where religion, status and perfection are praised to the highest degree. Representing an array of religious beliefs; these Utah ladies have been blessed with luxurious homes, multi-million-dollar businesses, glamorous lifestyles and families. But the pursuit of perfection can take its toll, leading to plenty of drama within their elite group.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta

Seasons 1-13

Head to the southern U.S for an up-close and personal look at life in Hotlanta, as the series follows a group of glamorous Southern belles as they balance motherhood, demanding careers and a fast-paced social calendar, and show what life is like in the most exclusive areas of Atlanta. These driven and ambitious women prove that they’re not just “housewives,” but entrepreneurs, doting mothers and passionate Southern women.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey

Seasons 1-11

Big homes, big hair, big money and big drama. Welcome to New Jersey, home to some of the Garden State’s most affluent ladies and the families they run. These best friends do everything over-the-top, from their decorating, to their dating and their fighting. The Real Housewives of New Jersey showcases the McMansions and lavish lifestyles of these women and all the conflict that new money can buy.

Get ready to join the ladies in their ups and downs as they manage their lives through womanhood by watching the entire Real Housewives franchise. Now you can watch unlimited shows with a subscription or prepaid card! Sign up for a weekly plan for just Php49 or a monthly plan for Php149 with a 7-day FREE TRIAL at hayu.com. Alternatively, purchase a hayu prepaid pass to save money on your weekly, monthly, or quarterly pass series on hayu.com!

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 10, 2021 by
Food

Mega Prime and the Prime Mom Club hosted a very well Therapeutic Workshop for Moms

The mothers of the world, if there is anybody who needs some long-overdue pleasure, it is them. Moms are constantly juggling a thousand and one tasks, whether or not there is a pandemic, all for the benefit of their families and loved ones.

Mega Prime and the Prime Mom Club arranged a one-of-a-kind virtual glamping event to thank all mothers for their untiring efforts. It enabled moms to relax and bond with other moms. The All About Mom session pampered moms by providing them with some me-time while learning alongside peers who shared their concerns and interests. During the zoom event, I was so amazed by the things I learned there. I enjoyed it so much and grateful for the menu that I recently acquired from the chef who shared using prime products. A lot of activities were made during the event and everyone of us learned and enjoyed it.

Unlike previous Prime Mom Club workshops, a virtual glamping session was developed as the ultimate relaxation hot spot for our Prime Moms. Guests were encouraged to reconnect with all that was in store for them as a way to communicate with one another while also reminding our moms that it’s vital to take care of themselves. They had a great time playing quiz games and other immersive game booths, as well as practicing home tablescape styling from Pinky Tobiano, and cooking with Mega Prime Oyster Sauce and Canned Fruits. Members of Mega Prime’s Prime Mom Club, an exclusive club for moms who want to improve their homemaking skills, attended the online gathering.

Marian Rivera Dantes, an honorary member of the Prime Mom Club and Mega Prime’s brand ambassador, spoke at the event about the importance of bonding with other moms through common passions like cooking, which are beneficial to one’s well-being, particularly during this pandemic.

Chef Rosebud Benitez debuted new Mega Prime Choices Oyster Sauce recipes. She also used Mega Prime’s Canned Fruits to make delectable desserts. Both of them participated in an online cook-off with Mommy Connh Cruz, the winner of The Quest for the Next Prime Mom, and shared some useful cooking tips and ideas.

According to Marvin Tiu Lim, Mega Global Chief Growth and Development Officer, “Mega Prime deeply appreciates the efforts that all moms extend for their families and loved ones. We wanted to celebrate them and thank them for everything that they tirelessly do through Prime Mom Club. This shows our commitment to empower moms, not just through cooking workshops but also through events that focus on their overall well-being. We hope to have more of these events for Prime Mom Club members in the near future.”

The Prime Mom Club has provided a forum for moms to hone their homemaking skills. Prime Moms are given unique access to enriching experiences with experts and celebrities to direct them, combining knowledge and education with immersive and engaging events. To join the growing group of modern homemakers and receive exclusive updates on upcoming activities and benefits, sign up for the Prime Mom Club at www.primemomclub.com. Follow @megaprimequality on Facebook and Instagram for more updates.

May 10, 2021 by
Lifestyle

Impact of Covid-19 to Filipinos in term of Shopping

After a year of being compelled to try online shopping by the pandemic, Filipinos have completely embraced e-commerce, and their online buying behavior is changing. ShopBack, APAC’s leading pre-shopping portal, discovered this as one of its major findings.

According to We Social and Hootsuite’s April 2020 Digital Statshot survey, 64 percent of Filipino internet users said they spend more time on social media, while 23 percent said they spend more time shopping online. Digital payments have a tremendous potential for increased market adoption as e-commerce acceptance grows.

According to ShopBack, the number of customers purchasing retail and basic products online has increased significantly. Filipino online shoppers, the brand commissioned a survey, which revealed that as the country continues to manage through the global pandemic, customers have established more value-conscious shopping habits as e-commerce and the acceleration to go digital has grown.

Window Shopping…But Online

Evidently, today’s online consumers are active browsers who spend time to get the best deals. The survey revealed that 88.4% of consumers usually know what they want to purchase before going online to shop. Even then, the majority seem to still enjoy browsing on e-commerce websites and marketplaces, as 73.8% of respondents spend an average of over an hour browsing each week, while 15.3% of respondents spend more than 5 hours a week browsing different products.

Interestingly, women appear to spend more time browsing when online shopping, with 77.1% clocking in more than an hour, compared to 64% of men.

Furthermore, major sales have an impact on browsing behavior. The study found that  79.8% of respondents tend to spend more time browsing online during major sales days such as the recently concluded 4.4, 9.9, 10.10, 11.11, and 12.12.

Consumers tend to stick to their usual shopping platform, but are platform-agnostic when lower prices or specific products come into play. Around 92% of respondents indicated that they make most of their online purchases on marketplaces such as Shopee, Lazada, Amazon, etc – the top reasons for this are that products are cheaper, convenient payment methods, and user-friendly platforms. Another 71.3% have made purchases from other online websites, such as directly from brand.coms, last year, for reasons such as finding better discounts, wider product selection, and exclusive brand promotions.

Since more and more Filipinos become savvy e-commerce consumers, they are also becoming more value-conscious, but not at the expense of product quality. In fact, 89.7% of respondents compare prices of an item across different websites and marketplaces prior to making a purchase.

More Value-conscious Shoppers

The survey also found that 72.3% of the consumers spend more time comparing prices now, compared to last year. On average, shoppers spend around 50 minutes comparing prices, with 14% indicating that they take more than 90 minutes choosing in between products and website platforms.

Interestingly, the main factors that influence purchase behavior vary between females and males. For women, the main factors that drive purchase behaviour are the quality of the product (94.7%), pricing (91%), and good reviews (89.2%). Notably, good customer service is also important to Filipino women, with 63.9% listing it as a key factor that influences their purchase decision.

In contrast, for men, the main factors that drive purchase behaviour are pricing (95.9%), the quality of the product (90.3%), and good reviews (85.2%).

Millennials and Social Media Commerce

Based on the findings, e-commerce will continue to thrive in the Philippines, with millennials as the biggestmarket. 86% of theyounger respondentsspend the most time researching and looking at different options before deciding on the best product available for them as compared to the older age groups.

Participants were also split when asked if they bought products directly from a brand’s social media platform, with 58.3% indicating they have done so, with the remaining saying they have not yet bought from a social media platform. Among the participants who tried purchasing via the brand’s social media platform, 68.3% declared that they have been more inclined to buy via social media now as compared to pre-lockdown.

“The survey findings have shown us how e-commerce acceptance has grown tremendously over the past year. With Filipino shoppers discovering the conveniences and benefits of online shopping, we expect continuous growth in the Philippines, and along with it, the rise of digital payment solutions. All these will, no doubt, enhance and steadily upgrade Filipinos’ online shopping experience,” concluded Prashant Kala, Country Manager of ShopBack Philippines.

May 10, 2021 by
Lifestyle, News

Ortigas Malls Celebrate Life Campaign wins Bronze Stevie Awards

The achievement of Ortigas Malls was recognized globally and takes home the Bronze Stevie® Award for Innovation in Community Relations / Public Service Communications at the 2021 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards is the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region. The Stevie Awards is widely considered to be the world’s premier business awards, conferring recognition for achievement in programs such as The International Business Awards® for 18 years.

Despite the uncertainties brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, Ortigas Malls recognized its vital role in rebuilding the confidence of consumers and mall tenants by spreading a message of hope and encouragement. Thus, Ortigas Malls developed the Celebrate Life initiative as an umbrella campaign for all programs that it pursued in 2020, with a theme of positivity in all of Ortigas Malls’ communications and activities.

Celebrate Life’s objectives were to manifest positivity by bringing good vibes among mall visitors and tenants as they adapted to the new normal, to build brands by encouraging businesses to recover, and to increase foot traffic by assuring mall goers that all Ortigas Malls are safe and secure. The campaign proved to be a success, with businesses getting back on their feet and mall goers safely visiting the malls again.

For more updates and information, please visit Ortigas Malls’ website at www.ortigasmalls.com and subscribe to the newsletter.

 

 

May 10, 2021 by
Food

Mongolian Pork, the new dish of Panda Express this Mother’s Day

The new Mongolian Pork entrée features a savory,umami flavor profile -combining a hint of sweetness from the caramelized onions, scallions, red peppers, and mushrooms with the smokiness of the seared pork.

Panda Express launches their first pork-entrée on its Philippines menu in time of the Mother’s Day Celebration, Sunday, May 9. The new Mongolian Pork features a tender cut of wok- seared porkshoulder and crisp vegetables, wok-tossed in a savory ginger and garlic sauce.

This entrée is traditionally made with pork, stir-fried with white and green onions, but Panda Express deepened the layers of flavors by adding bell peppers and mushrooms, making it uniquely American Chinese.

The chefs’ technique mastering heat, flame, and the wok brings out the “Wok Hei,” or “breath of the wok,” which creates a smoky, umami flavor in the dish.

The complex flavors of this entrée is done through layering of ingredients: first, the aromatics as the flavor base; second, the pork that is seared perfectly to lock in the juiciness; third, the freshly-cut vegetables are cooked to bring out a sweet caramelization and finished with a ginger and garlic soy sauce.

Pair this delicious dish  with the famous Orange™ Chicken—Panda’s signature crispy chicken dish wok-tossed in a sweet and spicy orange sauce, or choose  the award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp which is made with large tempura-battered shrimp tossed in a honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts. Complete the plate with Panda’s delicious Chow Mein, a stir-fried noodle dish with onions, celery, and cabbage.

Panda’s Mongolian Pork is available at participating locations (Megamall and North EDSA) for dine-in and take out. It is also available for delivery via GrabFood® and foodpanda®.

GrabFoodis a trademark owned by Grabtaxi Holdings Pte. Ltd.

Foodpanda is a trademark owned by Emerging Markets Online Food Delivery Holding S.a.r.l.

Visit Panda Express Facebook:  www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ and Instagram: @PandaExpressPH for more information.

 

About Panda Express
On a mission to inspire better lives, Panda Express® is the largest Asian dining concept in the world. Family-owned and operated since 1983 by co-founders and co-CEOs Andrew and Peggy Cherng, Panda Express is best known as a trailblazer for creating a wide variety of industry-first recipes, including its best seller the Orange™ Chicken and award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp, which have defined the category of authentic American Chinese cuisine. Each entrée  at Panda Express, including the Wok Smart selections, is thoughtfully crafted with quality ingredients and inspired by bold Chinese flavors and culinary principles. The restaurant brand has more than 2,300 locations and has introduced American Chinese cuisine to twelve international countries. Powered by this global family of associates, Panda Cares®, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, has raised more than $216 million and dedicated countless volunteer hours in bettering the health and education for over 12 million youths, as well as supporting communities in need since 1999.
About Jollibee Group
Jollibee Group is one of the fastest-growing Asian restaurant companies in the world. It operates in 33 countries, with over 5,800 stores globally with branches in the Philippines, United States, Canada, the People’s Republic of China, United Kingdom, Italy, Vietnam, Brunei, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Egypt, Panama, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and India. It has eight wholly-owned brands (Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, MangInasal, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Smashburger), four franchised brands (Burger King and Panda Express in the Philippines, Dunkin’ Donuts and Tim Ho Wan in certain territories in China), 80% ownership of The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, and 60% ownership in the SuperFoods Group that owns Highlands Coffee and PHO24 brands.
Jollibee Group is a significant investor in Titan Dining LP, a private equity fund and the ultimate holding entity of the Tim Ho Wan (THW) Brand and has a joint venture with the THW Group to open THW restaurants in Mainland China. It also has a business venture with award-winning Chef Rick Bayless for Tortazo, a Mexican fast-casual restaurant business in the United States. The Group will also establish a 50/50 joint venture to operate and expand Yoshinoya – one of the largest and most recognized Japanese restaurant brands globally – in the Philippines.
Jollibee Group was named the Philippines’ most admired company by the Asian Wall Street Journal for ten years. It was also honored as one of Asia’s Fab 50 Companies and among the World’s Best Employers by Forbes. In 2020, Gallup awarded the Jollibee Group with the Exceptional Workplace Award, making it the first Philippine-based company to receive the distinction.
Jollibee Group has grown brands that bring delightful dining experiences to its customers worldwide, in line with its mission of serving great tasting food and spreading the joy of eating to everyone.
 
May 8, 2021 by
Food

THE UFRANCHISE DISCOVERY DAY FEATURED SANTINO’S SUPREME SLICE AND PIZZA PEDRICO’S!

On May 11, 2021, at 2 p.m., U-Franchise Group will host its Virtual Franchise Discovery Day, where top franchise opportunities such as Jimini Food Group’s Santino’s Supreme Slice and Pizza Pedrico’s will be introduced. Franchisees who are interested in attending the event for free are encouraged to sign up. Click here to register!

Discovery days are considered a vital part of the franchise buying process. These events allow interested franchisees to learn about the franchise they are about to purchase in-depth. Traditionally, Discovery days are held at the franchise company’s headquarters but due to the ongoing pandemic, the team decided to do it virtually instead, allowing more participants to attend.

Jimini Foods Group will be showcasing its award-winning brands Santino’s Supreme Slice, which is now the country’s largest and most profitable pizza kiosk brand, and Pizza Pedrico’s, which is currently the biggest pizza network with over 1,300 serving stations and is an Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise Hall of Famer. Rollie Teologo, the company’s very own, will be presenting franchise packages.

Interested to invest? Feel free to reach out the Jimini Foods Group team prior to the U-Franchise event. You may reach them through these hotlines: Manila [02] 8442-9444; Cebu [032] 520-8811; Davao [082] 295-7943 or 0925-511-9444 for mobile users.

May 7, 2021 by
Entertainment

PhilPop 2021 adapting to the new normal with digital program

Philpop 2020 Songwriting Festival is very successful and now PhilPop returns this year with a digital bootcamp that puts a spotlight on up-and-coming songwriters and composers in the Philippines. Also launching the “PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders,” the songwriting mentorship campaign will push through in a virtual setting to adapt to the new normal and offer a positive learning experience for attendees even at the comforts of their home.

PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders is an initiative of the PhilPop Music Foundation, chaired by Mr. Manny V. Pangilinan. This year’s virtual event is co-presented by MAYNILAD, SMART, MULTISYS, TUNECORE and BELIEVE.

Now ready to implement a more inclusive but intensive approach to mentorship and training, the country’s premier songwriting institution will be holding a 14-week program for aspiring participants to learn and further hone their skills in the field of songwriting, marketing and branding, recording and arrangement, intellectual property rights, music appreciation, and more.

With the challenges of mounting a bootcamp in the time of pandemic, PhilPop remains committed in being at the forefront of empowering the future generation of recording stars and industry professionals, and ensure that these dreams and aspirations are not halted even by unfavorable circumstances. “We decided to carry on with the camp because we feel, more than ever, now is the perfect time to reach out to a lot of songwriters who are constrained at home due to the pandemic, PhilPop Executive Director Dinah Remolacio said in a statement. “Artists are becoming more productive and creative at home, and we believe that the digital sphere will enable PhilPop to reach these special group of people who want to further educate themselves and who want to be mentored in pursuing their dreams.”

PhilPop Program and Marketing Manager Gab Cabangon explains that apart from the technical requirements such as preparing and updating the website for the DigiCamp, PhilPop is also collaborating with some of the coaches and partners in creating a musiccurriculum and program suited to a virtual environment. “This includes developing pre-recorded lectures, brainstorming exercises that can be done online, and identifying the ideal session format for each topic. Teaching and mentoring online requires a shift in how we approach the camp this year.”

This year’s coaches, mentors, speakers, and consultants include some of the biggest names in the music industry such as Ryan Cayabyab, Noel Cabangon, Thyro Alfaro, Marlon Barnuevo, Trina Belamide, Jungee Marcelo, Ben&Ben’s Paolo and Miguel Guico, and more.

Apart from the transition from a physical camp to a digital camp, Gab Cabangon takes pride of PhilPop’s more expansive programming that were not included in the previous iteration of the songwriting workshop. He shares, “The DigiCamp this year will also include benefits such as music production and music release opportunities for fellows who participate in this program. Lastly, there’s going to be a lot more concrete outputs that will be expected from the songwriters who will apply for this program.”

The digital songwriting bootcamp application  is open to all Filipinos 16 years old and above before June 9, 2021. Applicant must have a Smart mobile number for log-in purposes and special announcements. Basic music and songwriting knowledge is a must, should be a Filipino citizen and must have sufficient wi-fi capabilities for all online activities.

Be part of this year’s PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders, just log on to PhilPop’s official site to register. Application period starts from May 7 to June 25, 2021.

 

 

 

May 7, 2021 by