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When you think your food options during Lent are restricted, Panda Express®, the world’s largest American Chinese eating franchise, has you covered with delectable selections like Kung Pao Fish, its newest savory dish. This seafood-based option, which will be offered on the menu starting March 11 and is exclusively made for Panda Express in the Philippines, will be available for a short time only.

“Filipinos love to add variety to their meals and fish is among their top choices. Whether guests are abstaining from eating red meat during lent or just looking for seafood options, Panda’s newest dish, Kung Pao Fish, is a delicious and filling entree that our loyal guests should try,” said Nina Niguidula, Panda Express Marketing Manager.

Kung Pao Fish is inspired by a classic Panda entrée, Kung Pao Chicken. It is a classic American Chinese dish with Sichuan flavors, packed with vegetables, spices and different textures. Panda Express puts its own unique spin on the dish by using lightly breaded boneless fish, a wide variety of freshly cut vegetables along with crunchy peanuts, all tossed in a flavorful sauce with a kick.

All participating Panda Express outlets, including Don Antonio and SM North EDSA in Quezon City, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong, SM Grand Central in Caloocan, Robinsons Place Mall in Manila, and Double Dragon Meridian Park in Pasay, will offer this new menu addition.

Apart from Kung Pao Fish, customers can choose from a wide range of plant and seafood-based meals to suit their dietary preferences. Fresh eggplants, bell peppers, and protein-rich tofu are wok-tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce in Panda’s Eggplant Tofu, a must-try dish. Honey Walnut Shrimp, made with giant tempura-battered shrimp, wok-tossed in a sweet honey sauce, and topped with glazed walnuts, is another guest favorite.

So, what exactly are you waiting for Order.pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, or foodpanda for dine-in, take-out, or delivery of the rich taste of American Chinese delicacies.

Visit www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ and @PandaExpressPH for more information about Panda Express (Instagram).

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Summer is almost approaching, and children and parents alike are planning summer activities to learn, play, and explore together. McDonald’s is ready to give families a Summer of Wonders with its new Happy Meal promotion!

Every Happy Meal comes with a fun surprise toy or book for the kids! By simply adding Php 50 to each Happy Meal order, they can also earn a new Wonder Apron! These limited-edition McDonald’s apron designs are ideal for playtime, crafts, and everything in between.

This summer, families won’t have to worry about running out of things to do thanks to McDonald’s Happy Meal! Allow kids to use their imaginations and discover new ways to play with their Happy Meal toys and books, as well as collect all five Wonder Apron designs: the iconic McDonald’s Burger, the world-famous Fries, the Chicken McDo, McSpaghetti, and Drink.

The great summer isn’t over yet! Select drive-thrus will be done out in summer-themed decorations to provide a fun experience for the whole family.

With each Happy Meal, unleash a summer full of marvels for your kids! Until March 29, 2022, you can order by drive-thru, dine-in, or take-out. Visit McDonald’s Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for more information and updates on this item.

Greenwich unveils its seafood discoveries with its new Cajun Shrimp Overload Pizza and
Creamy Shrimp Spaghetti.

Find out who the SEAson’s biggest star is! Starting February 25 (in Luzon) and March 1 (in Visayas and Mindanao), Greenwich will introduce two new savory seafood items to its menu, but only for a short time! Greenwich is putting its own touch on pizza and pasta staples with fresh seafood tastes in its Cajun Shrimp Overload Pizza and Creamy Shrimp Spaghetti.

“Greenwich aims to continuously elevate the experience of every Filipino barkada and famkada, by introducing exciting offerings that respond to their meticulous cravings. We know that they will enjoy our new ultimate seafood discoveries that is shrimply overloaded in deliciousness and perfect for every bonding moment,” said Pam Reyes, Greenwich’s head of marketing.

One cannot go wrong with the Cajun Shrimp Overload Pizza which has an interestingly unique flavor. Its crust is topped with flavorful cajun sauce and is loaded with a generous sprinkle of seasoned shrimps, mushrooms, green bell peppers, sauteed onions, and three types of cheese. A 9-inch double-size pizza is priced at P319 only, whenever a pizza craving calls or when just spending quality time together.

Then there’s the Creamy Shrimp Spaghetti, which is a must-try. The fresh yet familiar taste comes from the variety of pasta and the creamy aligue-flavored sauce with shrimp and mushrooms. To add to the meaty flavors, it’s topped with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. A single serving of this delectable dish is only P109, while a sharing pan ideal for three people, best enjoyed with family or friends, is only P240. Every seafood lover’s dream, these non-meat, seafood-based options provide comfort with every bite!

Greenwich’s newest pizza and pasta tastes will be available at www.greenwichdelivery.com, via the #5-55-55 hotline, Greenwich Barkada Messenger, GrabFood, Foodpanda, for take-out, or for dine-in at any of our stores, which can be located here: https://stores.jfc.com.ph/greenwich.html

About Greenwich 

Greenwich’s story began in 1971 as a small, family-owned store selling a selection of pizzas at the then Greenhills Commercial Center. As the brand’s pizzas grew in popularity, Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) took notice. In 1994, JFC acquired majority shares in Greenwich, infusing what was a family business with industry-leading competitiveness. New pizza variants and a variety of products were introduced through the years, creating a reputation for Greenwich as a maker of mouthwatering pizzas and pastas for the Filipino “barkada.” Today, Greenwich is the country’s biggest pizza and pasta chain with over 270 stores and counting, and home of the best-selling Hawaiian Overload^®, All-in Overload^®, and Lasagna Supreme^®.

About Jollibee Group

Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC, also known as Jollibee Group) is one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world. It operates in 34 countries, with over 5,800 stores globally with branches in the Philippines, United States, Canada, the People’s Republic of China, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Vietnam, Brunei, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Egypt, Panama, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and India.

Jollibee Group has eight wholly-owned brands (Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, Mang Inasal, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Smashburger); six franchised brands (Burger King, Panda Express, PHO24, and Yoshinoya in the Philippines; Dunkin’ 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.

Jollibee Group, through its subsidiary Jollibee Worldwide Pte. Ltd. (JWPL) owns 90% participating interest in Titan Dining LP, a private equity fund that ultimately owns the Tim Ho Wan brand. It also has a joint venture with the THW Group to open and operate THW restaurants in Mainland China. Jollibee Group also has a business venture with award-winning Chef Rick Bayless for Tortazo, a Mexican fast-casual restaurant business in the United States. Recently, the Jollibee Group announced that it will acquire 51% ownership of Milksha, a popular Taiwanese bubble tea brand.

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 and World’s Top Female-Friendly Companies 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 Foods Corporation has grown brands that bring delightful dining experiences to its customers worldwide, thus spreading the joy of eating to everyone.

To learn more about Jollibee Group, visit www.jollibeegroup.com

To respond to the growing demand for delicious American Chinese food in the country, Jollibee Group’s Panda Express® opens its sixth PH store in Metro Manila.

A Panda sighting to ring in the Tiger Year! Panda Express®, the world’s largest American Chinese dining concept, will celebrate the Lunar New Year with the opening of a new store on Level 1, Pedro Gil Wing, Robinsons Place in Ermita, Manila, on February 19.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the Lunar New Year with another milestone. Opening a new store in the country’s capital city Manila means giving us the opportunity for us to serve the local community with Panda’s freshly made and wok-tossed American Chinese dishes with our guests,” said Ned Bandojo, Business Development Head, Foreign Franchises Brands of the Jollibee Group.

Since opening its first site at SM Megamall in Ortigas, Pasig City in late 2019, the new restaurant will be the sixth Panda Express in the Metro Manila area. Panda Express’ continued growth is a response to Filipinos’ desire for delectable American Chinese cuisine, notably Panda’s world-famous entrée, The Original Orange Chicken®, a crispy chicken dish wok-tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce; or Panda’s award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp, a mouth-watering entrée made with premium crispy shrimp wok-tossed in a honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts.

Delightful Offerings

As part of celebrating Lunar New Year, Panda Express is offering its Family Feast in special carriers. Families can customize their entrees and sides with all their Panda favorites in a Family Feast.

For health-conscious foodies, Panda’s Wok Smart® entrees offer dishes with at least eight grams of protein and 300 or less calories, such as Panda’s Black Pepper Chicken, a flavorful stir-fry with marinated chicken, celery and onion, coated in a bold black pepper sauce; or Kung Pao Chicken, a Sichuan-inspired dish made with chicken, fresh vegetables, crunchy peanuts and dried chilis for a slight kick; and the classic Broccoli Beef, a tender beef entrée with fresh broccoli wok-tossed in a savory ginger soy sauce.

Panda Express also offers plant-based options on its menu. A fan-favorite entrée, Eggplant Tofu, is the ultimate comfort food made with lightly browned tender tofu that is crispy on the outside, simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce with eggplant and red bell peppers and pairs well with White Steamed Rice, Mixed Vegetables and some Veggie Spring Rolls.

“Panda Express invites Filipinos to enjoy authentic American Chinese cuisine, prepared fresh and made in small batches. We’re thrilled to bring our world-famous entrees made with quality ingredients to the community through our sustained expansion plans and store openings throughout the country,” said Bandojo.

Safety is always a priority. Panda Express® requires its customers to wear face masks and observe social distancing. All store team members are vaccinated.

Order.pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, or foodpanda will be available for dine-in, take-out, and delivery at Panda Express Robinsons Place Manila. Select districts in Manila, Pasay, and Makati City are available for delivery. Visit www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ and @PandaExpressPH for more information about Panda Express (Instagram).

GrabFood is a trademark owned by Grabtaxi Holdings Pte. Ltd.  foodpanda is a trademark owned by Emerging Markets Online Food Delivery Holding S.a.r.l.

Young Filipinos, without a question, are dreamers. Despite repeated setbacks, they remain committed to their objectives and life goals, remembering the word “hataw” (doing your best). Consider the instance of Raphael Santiago, a 19-year-old multimedia arts student. Together with his friends, they just created a clothing brand, ROLEMODEL.

It is the time of a pandemic; a phase in their lives when the world is almost discouraging for the younger generation. Yet, this “boredom” is what drove Santiago to persevere. “I think my boredom is slowly transforming into a career,” he said.

“I realized that life is short. I wanted to start living my life to the fullest by achieving my goals and making my dreams come true. Luckily, my friends also had the idea of starting a clothing brand,” he added.

They pursued their love for style and life through an online business. It does not only serve as a source of income but also a source of inspiration for young Filipinos. ROLEMODEL conveys messages of inspiration, motivation, and encouragement.

Energy for life

As they continue to face the challenges of the new normal and prepare for the future, young Filipinos are determined to be more energetic than ever. To keep them active and focused all throughout the day, they need a drink that is hataw sa energy and hataw sa sarap.

“We recognize the role of the youth in our society and we hope to help them succeed through the energy and delicious taste of Sting. Their determination is truly admirable. It inspires us to continue producing beverages that help Filipinos to be stronger and more energized,” said Frederick D. Ong, president and Chief Executive Officer of Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI).

Sting, a product of PCPPI, the country’s exclusive PepsiCo beverage maker, is the ideal partner for any young Filipino’s mind and body. B vitamins, taurine, and ginseng extract are all included. Sting is available in PET bottles with a strawberry flavor in both 300ml and 330ml capacity.

Sting can be found in supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, and sari-sari stores all around the country. Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Mug, Premier, Milkis, and Aquafina are just a few of the well-known beverage brands that PCPPI manufactures exclusively in the Philippines.

PCPPI is committed to create a positive impact on society with programs focused on environmental sustainability, nutrition, education, and livelihood. For more information, visit www.pepsiphilippines.com.

About Pepsi Philippines

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) is the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages & snacks in the Philippines, with a relationship spanning 70 years. PCPPI is a listed company in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE: PIP) with Lotte Corporation which is a holding company of Lotte Chilsung Beverage, one of the biggest beverage companies in South Korea as the lead shareholder co-managing with PepsiCo. PCPPI manufactures and sells well-known food and beverage brands: Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Sips, Milkis, Let’s Be and Aquafina. It has established 14 manufacturing facilities across the country, serving more than 700,000 outlets and providing employment through its extensive distribution network.

Magnolia Chicken Ready-to-Cook Timplados sarap ng home-style goodness. Selyado Sigurado Packed at Magnolia chicken plants for safety and quality assurance. It is High in protein, to aid in immune building. Pre-marinated and packed at optimum freshness for tasty and healthy meals in under 30 minutes. Lastly, It is delectable ready-to-cook homestyle meals that your entire family will surely love.

1. Instructions for cooking
2. Thaw the chicken overnight in the refrigerator’s lowest shelf. In a medium-sized skillet, heat the oil.
3. Coat chicken in breading and deep-fry for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked through, once the oil is hot enough. Excess oil should be drained on a rack or paper towels.

Panda Express®, the world’s largest American Chinese food franchise, will launch its first Delivery and Take-out store in Quezon City on February 14, 2022, to mark in the new year with a new location. Brgy. Don Antonio, The new Panda Express Delivery and Take-out store in Holy Spirit, Commonwealth, Quezon City will focus solely on cooking and fulfilling online and take-out orders, offering more quick access to guests across Metro Manila’s most populous city while keeping the restaurant’s food safety and quality standards.

“We have seen the evolving needs of our customers during the pandemic, and strengthening our Delivery and Take-out channels is the first step in providing speedy dining solutions to serve the increasing demand for off-premise consumption,” said Allan Tan, Marketing Head of Jollibee Group Foreign Franchised Brands.

The Delivery and Take-out restaurant is optimized with new efficient equipment that will help Panda Express associates prepare freshly made, delicious American Chinese dishes more quickly and improve the brand’s delivery coverage, resulting in shorter delivery times and better customer experience. The delivery coverage includes select areas of Valenzuela, Marikina, Caloocan and Quezon City.

Celebrate the new year with Panda’s Family and Party Trays!

Panda Express makes it easy to celebrate and share meaningful moments with family and friends through the Family and Party Trays.  Order all of your Panda favorites, including its bestselling The Original Orange Chicken®, a crispy chicken dish wok-tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce; crowd favorite Honey Walnut Shrimp, made with large, crispy tempura-battered shrimp, wok-tossed in a honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts; and Black Pepper Steak, a delicious and comforting entree, made with tender steak slices and freshly chopped vegetables like string beans, onions, red bell peppers, and mushrooms in a flavorful black pepper sauce.

So, what are you waiting for? Order.pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, or foodpanda to celebrate with Panda Express and enjoy a delectable feast via takeout or delivery. Panda Express also has stores in SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM Grand Central, and Double Dragon Meridian Park in Pasay City, in addition to the one in Don Antonio Quezon City.

Visit www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ (Facebook) and @PandaExpressPH (Twitter) for more information about Panda Express (Instagram).

GrabFood is a trademark owned by Grabtaxi Holdings Pte. Ltd. foodpanda is a trademark owned by Emerging Markets Online Food Delivery Holding S.a.r.l.

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 $282 million and dedicated countless volunteer hours in bettering the health and education for over 13 million youths, as well as supporting communities in need since 1999.

Start making each family dinner a special occasion! With the NEW Nestlé Carnation Evap, Nestlé will alter your culinary talents and create your dishes shume-chef sa sarap, whether you’re the master chef at home, a recently turned cook, or a mom who loves to make wonderful meals for the family.

Made with more milk than ever*, the new and improved cooking milk elevates your cooking and helps you taste milky-namnam in every bite. Whether it’s a special dish or your regular ulam, the new and enhanced offering of Nestlé Carnation Evap levels up your dining experience with the same taste that you love, only better! Now packed in an easy open, resealable packaging for ease of use, everyone can transform and level up their dishes into milky-creamy creations para talagang shume-chef!

So bring out those family favorite recipes and make them shume-chef sa sarap with Nestlé Carnation Evap. In case you want to try something new, have a look at cookwithcarnation.ph for easy-to-do meals and desserts to add to your bisperas menu. Recipes include the classic Chicken Pastel, Beef Caldereta, and Cathedral Window, and there are also a few more additions that chefs and chefs at heart would want to try. With the new Nestlé Carnation Evap, talagang shume-chef ang galing sa kusina atmas milky-creamy ang bawat lutuin!

Take images of your culinary creations and use the hashtag #ShumeChefWithCarnation to share them on social media. Angat sa milky-namnam ang bawat lutuin, basta kasama ang Nestlé Carnation Evap. Shume-chef sa sarap sarap sarap sarap sarap sarap

Nestlé Carnation Evap is available at major supermarkets, drugstores, and online retailers such as Lazada or Shopee. Visit https://www.facebook.com/nestlecarnationph for the latest news and updates.

Since Korean cuisine is so hype these days, try this newest offer from The Good Chicken. They aim to serve a great taste of boneless chicken that comes with many flavors that will surely hook you. Flavors are Lemon Glazed, Soy Garlic, Garlic Parmesan, White Cheddar, Sweet Corn. Salted Egg, Asian Mix and they offer premium flavors namely, Yangnyeom, Truffle & Cheese Cream, Soy-Miso Truffle, Bourbon Glaze, Honey Sriracha and Rootbeer Glaze. All are made special with its twist of korean style.

Corner Project’s newest flavored boneless chicken offering is The Good Chicken. This cuisine concept business was located in one of San Juan’s busiest locations in Metro Manila. They offer Korean-style fried chicken with its unusual scrumptious flavors and taste that the market will undoubtedly enjoy. It’s brand essence promises a unique and flavorful Korean Style Fried Chicken. They also aim to provide unique varieties of flavorful fried chicken that will cater to various occasions and gatherings. And having their tagline, Chicken Feel Good Role: Outgoing, flexible, fun, positive, and dependable Positioning: When it comes to Korean style fried chicken, the Good chicken will be top of mind. It will be noted for its unique flavor combinations.

All the flavors are indeed amazing and delicious, the three flavors that I like the most are Asian Mix, Soy Garlic and Truffle & Cheese Cream. These flavors suit my taste very well. It’s not the usual chicken dish that you will taste because of its unique flavorings, it brings the authentic flavors of Korean fried chicken with a modern twist and it is perfectly seasoned with glaze, it has a sweetened cheese cream flavor and also you can really taste the spices. The chicken also is so crunchy and can easily be eaten because it is boneless and really juicy on the inside. It really gives me that korean vibes that we can usually see on tv. The experience is really enjoyable and satisfying. It’s simple, sweet, and comes in familiar, well-loved flavors.

The store also is selling different delicacies, you can check in their store some scrumptious Filipino delicacies like Puto Bungbong, Bilo Bilo, Biko with Latik, Inutak and many more. As a lover of “filipino kakanin” all I can say is it is truly a must try. These are all deliciously made and really appetizing. It comes in sizes from sampler size to tray size that will really be enjoyed with the family.

Lastly, watch out for my next blog for the other services amd products that they will be offering.

(From left): Karlyn Canon – KobesMagic owner, Ralphael De Jesus – Chef, Michael Lunar – Operations Manager and May Anne Sto Domingo, Business development supervisor

To know more about “The Good Chicken” you can check and follow their social media accounts: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoodchickenph/ and instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodchickenph/. You can also visit their store location at The Corner Project Address: 8001 City Place Bldg, J Abad Santos Cor Lopez Jaena, San Juan City.