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Easy-to-prepare home-cooked goodness with Magnolia Chicken Timplados

 

 

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.
Food

Mekeni has its new look but taste the same as our family specialty

Take a look as your favorite family specialties get new twists and improvements for us all. Mekeni is ringing in the New Year with a fresh new look and new product categories that are more in keeping with the brand’s vision and stance as a family brand. Mekeni, a Pampanga-based company, delivers tamang timpla ng excellence at sarap from their family to yours. May iba’t ibang flavor—timplang nakakagana, timplang guilt-free, timplang may variety—bawat isa sa atin. May Mekeni #TimplangAtin ang gusto at hanap sa lahat.

As a fan of this firm, I admire how serious they are about fulfilling their aim of providing high-quality products to its customers. As one of Pampanga’s best specialty products, it is not only here to serve us with one category, but also with a variety of other options that would fit our needs. They not only provide a wide range of delectable products, but also budget-friendly options that may help us prepare our everyday meals. I’m glad for this brand because all of their products are excellent in terms of taste, quality, affordability, and safety. Mekeni Pork Tocino Tamis-Alat is 102.75 pesos, Pork Tocino Classic Sweet can be bought for P102.5, and Picnic Red Hotdog Jumbo is P166.25, Picnic Cheesedog is P179.25 and last is Chicken Longanisa is P96.5.

Mekeni Corporation is one of the leading companies in which satisfactorily complied on all the safety procedures as Mekeni Foods was a National Meat Inspection Service grand slam winner (NMIS). From 2004 to 2007, they won four years in a row, earning the title of Grand Slam winner. Payless Hotdog was also listed on the label as one of Mekeni’s Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)-certified goods. In other words, this product was made in accordance with HACCP guidelines. That’s why I’m not in doubt of this brand and on serving this to my family because it is such a great answer to my convenience in preparing meals and it assures me.

As I tasted and prepared their Chicken Longganisa, it was so delicious and it’s shockingly inexpensive, despite the fact that it tastes as good as the main hotdog brands in our country. You can greatly taste the meat and its strong flavoring of sweet tasty traditional longganisa. And it is also gluten free, which is good for our health.

I also tried their Pork Tocino and it is my all-time favorite, I can eat it with egg only. It is also a game changer because given that it’s delicious you can also easily prepare this meal if you’re in a rush for work and its quality is the best. Lastly, it is my on the go breakfast. My Mom also loves this brand and all their products. She’s always delighted everytime I prepare her favorite chicken longganisa. She can easily chew it and it suits her taste and I’m so happy since my mother is picky with food, but serving these Mekeni products to her is just as easy as she loves everything about their products. My Mom also loves their pork tocino, it’s her favorite breakfast and according to her it is so delicious.

We all know that eating high quality food that is budget friendly is a must especially in this time of pandemic and Mekeni is ready to serve us scrumptious products that come in many categories to choose from.

So what are you waiting for? Try these Mekeni products now. It comes with Chicken Longganisa, Skinless Longganisa, Classic Toccino, Pork Tocino, Hotdogs and many more. You can visit Mekeni’s social media accounts facebook.com/mekeni.ph or contact them at +63 45 458 0000 loc 4504/4005. To learn more about their products.

 

 

Food

In Quezon City, the first Panda Express® Delivery and Take-Out location opens

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.

 

Food

Nestle Carnation Evap will turn your meals into a much tasty food experience

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.

 

 

 

 

Food

The Good Chicken is a must-try Korean-style fried chicken that will pique your appetite

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Food

Tanduay’s New TVC Pays Tribute to Friends Who Help Us Stay Alive

Everything appears to be lighter when you’re around friends. Tanduay’s latest TVC, “All Light Lang,” is not only entertaining to watch, but it also serves as a reminder of the importance of having peers, especially in these trying times.

In the opening of the TVC, the main character is seen singing to the tune of Gloc9’s “Simpleng Tao” and the different stresses that he has to deal with everyday — from tech problems, to paying a lot of bills, to never ending household chores. Despite all of these, he is able to end his day with a smile because his friends are there for him.

“Masakit sa ulo, pero light lang tayo,” his friends sing to him as they unwind and share a drink of Tanduay Light.

Marc Ngo, International Development Manager and Senior Brand Manager at Tanduay, shared that during the concept development for the Tanduay Light TVC the brand direction was to convey the experience the product brings.

“We want a material that will make viewers feel happy. With everything that’s happening now with the pandemic, we just wanted to share a good laugh, a great drink, and a fun experience. For a moment, we want the viewers to set aside the negativity and focus on a light moment shared with friends,” he said.

As the song further cites, “Ang nagpapagaan ng lahat ng ito – ang tropa ko.”

The TVC comes to a quick end, reminding us that things will be smoother if we just reach out. “Gaan ng may kasama,” says the final copy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food

New Food Discoveries in this Brand New Year

Year after year, meal preparation may appear to be a difficult undertaking, but worry not. New food discoveries and hacks are always welcome. Foodies and homemakers alike are always on the search for something new that is also simple to prepare and pleasing to the palette and stomach. It was a nice change from having meals delivered! Make it a part of your Innovative Year’s resolution to test out San Miguel Foods’ new, life-improving goods.

Go Veega. For vegans, try familiar comforts such as Veega’s meat-free Tapa and Tocino, which are fully cooked and completely free of animal meat and by-products. For flexitarians, there are Korean-inspired faves such as Meat-free and ready-to-eat Bulgogi and Spicy Soy Garlic Balls. You’ll never miss out on flavor with these meat-free wonders.

Breakfast thy will be done.  Rethink about skipping breakfast with perfect breakfast mates, Purefoods Deli Breakfast Sausage and Purefoods Beef Bacon. They are so good, you”ll truly want more. And beyond breakfast, these delicious products can also be served in a lot of ways.

Create “chicken’’ na chicken meals. Make meal preparation a breeze in 2022 with freshly marinated and ready-to-cook Chicken Timplados. Prepping meals can be done in minutes with any of these easy chicken sarap variants- Magnolia Ready-to-Cook Fried Chicken, BBQ, Tocino, Teriyaki, Spicy Fried Chicken, Oriental Wings, Spicy Wings, Inasal and Roasters (marinated whole chicken) in Lemon Herb and Smoked Pepper. The menu will never be boring with the selection of variants cooked as is or leveled up with some twists.

Develop a Pasta-stic Habit. Have pasta anytime with Purefoods Spaghetti Sauce. Just reheat and toss in cooked noodles or level up with addition of some ingredients. Either way, you’ll get consistent, satisfying pasta sauce each time.

Make meal preparation and dining with the family a fun food journey and try to explore new food discoveries.

Also, for recipe ideas using these ingredients, go to www.homefoodie.com!

 

 

 

Food

Pandemic-Born Takoyaki Stall Expands Across with more than 30 branches in its first year

Photo upper left (left to right):Gian Franco Go, Nicole Andrea Tedoco, Hon. Julienne “Jam” Baronda, Jida Huetea, Xyra Lois Javellana, Rod Kenneth Delfin; Photo lower left (left to right): Gian Franco Go, Nicole Andrea Tedoco, Celine Syching , Xyra Lois Javellana, Rod Kenneth Delfin

Small business owners can use milestones to track their progress as entrepreneurs. As they marked their first year anniversary, Otako Monsta hit a big milestone. They also hailed the success of Crazy Tori, a similar Japanese street food concept that was planned and introduced at the same time last July 2021. As he welcomed guests, Co-founder Gian Franco Go said, “This event is our way of showing gratitude to everyone who has been with us every step of the way, and we look forward to more fruitful years with you as our partners.” The event was filled with music, wonderful food, and beverages to honor their partners who have made a significant contribution to their company’s success.

Sharing their love for Japanese food inspired a group of young entrepreneurs to launch their business at ILEA Christmas Bazaar last December 2020 in Iloilo city. Bringing the same quality and taste of Takoyaki found in Osaka, Japan has always been at the core of their business. Their offerings are competitively priced at P99 for 6 pieces, and are only made with real seafood ingredients. Seasonal product introductions keep their menu updated and exciting. The brand is best known for Monsta – Takoyaki filled with scallops, shrimp, cheese, and topped with baby octopus. They’re also the first to introduce matcha dessert balls, perfect to be paired with Takoyaki, for the same price.

Those looking for a snack do not have to look far because Otako Monsta is widely available in Visayas and Mindanao. It ended their first year in operation with 32 branches and plans to double it to 60 stores nationwide by the end of 2022. The group kicked off their expansion to Luzon, opening a branch in Cavite last October 2021. Takoyaki lovers can expect more branches in NCR in the first quarter of 2022.

Otako Monsta has a fair franchising package and a proven business model, with their carefully planned mall branches achieving a ROI of 5-6 months, exceeding the initial projection of 8-12 months. If you enjoy Takoyaki and wish to share the gift of wonderful food with others, you can apply for a franchise on their official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OtakoMonsta.

Stay updated on our social media channels for more information. OtakoMonsta is on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/OtakoMonsta. otako monsta on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otako_monsta/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food

For the benefit of the victims of Typhoon Odette, George T. Yang and Jose Mari Chan collaborated to Share the Light through McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen

The two friends, McDonald’s Philippines Chairman and Founder George T. Yang once again joins forces with one of the country’s OPM icons, Jose Mari Chan in an online video to share the light and happiness of the holiday season. In the short clip who first shared the screen in a McDonald’s video for Grandparents’ Day in 2019 give a new meaning to virtual caroling with fun animated versions of themselves caroling one silent night in a classic Pinoy Christmas setting.

Check out McDonald’s Facebook at facebook.com/McDo.ph. and watch the video, as part of McDonald’s Philippines ‘Share the Light‘ campaign which aims to spread happiness and kindness this season.

In the spirit of sharing the light this holiday season to those affected by the recent onslaught of Typhoon Odette, Yang and Chan collaborated for the benefit of the McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen, a program of the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) that was set up to serve meals for frontliners and marginalized communities. With the support of its partners the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF), Naval Reserve, Coca-Cola, Air Asia, and the Philippine Airlines, McDonald’s activates its Kindness Kitchen to serve 20,000 meals in communities affected by the typhoon.

McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen has served over 550,000 hot meals nationwide, since it began its operations in March 2020. It continues to serve kindness to more communities with the support of its corporate and individual donors.

Visit rmhc.org.ph, to find out more about the program and how you can help #ShareTheLight.

 

 

Food, Lifestyle

With the Tunay na Bayani Awards, Mekeni makes 2021 a year of heroes

Tunay na Bayani Awardees 2021

The Philippines is a hero-filled country. Throughout history, men and women have stood out for justice and freedom. Our modern-day heroes’ heroic blood keeps flowing in the veins of those who have aided their communities in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mekeni Food Corporation created the Tunay na Bayani Awards in the beginning of 2021 after learning that there are many modern-day heroes that deserve to be recognized. Mekeni’s Bayani line, as well as the resilience, talent, and abilities of Pinoy micropreneurs, inspired the award.

Here are stories of heroism that made 2021 a year of heroes with the Tunay na Bayani Awards, from delivering free supplies to people to helping their families get through difficult times.

A Tunay na Bayani to the homeless, underprivileged

Marko Bustarde thought that apart from being a professional hairstylist, he has no other purpose or calling. But as soon as he started giving out free haircuts on what he calls his “Mission Day,” Marko realized that he can share kindness and love especially to those who need it most.

“Na-realize ko na kaya kong magbigay ng hope at love through haircut,” Marko said. “Gusto ko lang din ipakita na kung may mga negative man na nangyayari, maaari pa rin tayong makapag-inspire ng mga tao at makapagbigay ng pag-asa sa kanila.”

Aside from Marko, another Tunay na Bayani in their community is Chel Calaquian. A full-time banker, Chel goes around communities every weekend to share free food to those she meets in the streets.

“It is not how much you give but how much love you put in giving. A simple act of kindness means a lot to people. It does not have to be big, expensive, or extravagant. As long as you put your heart in it and tama yung intention mo, this will go a long way,” Chel shared.

A Tunay na Bayani to the younger generation

Meanwhile, Erl Mahinay Jr.’s story of heroism transcends even the highest mountains. Erl has seen how difficult life is in far-flung areas in his province as he has been a volunteer teacher even before finishing his education degree. So when he had the chance to help the kids in the mountains, he grabbed this opportunity and that fueled his passion to help more of them.

Apart from teaching the children, Erl also started giving out essentials to them. “Binibigyan ko sila ng mga hygiene kits, school supplies, at nagpapa-feeding ako dahil iyon ang mga kailangan nila doon,” he noted.

A Tunay na Bayani to their families

Heroes sometimes do not need to go out. Most of the time, they are at home and taking care of their families.

For Joshua Carte, making the greatest sacrifice for his family was his way to show his love for them. Taking care of his sick parents was the least he could do to repay them for all their sacrifices. Even at a young age, he was able to do so much for his family.

“Hindi ko rin po alam kung paano ko siya nagagawa. Siguro po ‘yung oras ko binibigay ko sa mga importanteng bagay. Sinisiguro ko po muna na ok si Papa at naibigay po yung mga pangangailangan niya bago ako pumasok sa trabaho,” Joshua narrated.

The Tunay na Bayani awardees are living proof that small acts of compassion and kindness can go a long way. Even if they have their own needs to fulfill, they will still choose to prioritize others.

“Every day, there is a reason for us to celebrate and honor ordinary people doing great things for their communities. Their dedication and passion for uplifting the lives of people around them are really astounding and downright inspiring. Tunay na Bayani Awards would not exist without these selfless people doing amazing things for their neighbors. So, to all the heroes everywhere, thank you for the work you do! This coming year, may you continue to multiply and motivate others to do good,” Mekeni President Pruds Garcia said.

Mekeni will endeavor to commemorate these true heroes who have been agents for change as long as Filipinos maintain the bayanihan spirit alive in their communities. Visit Mekeni’s official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/mekeniph) to learn more about the Tunay na Bayani Awards and the awardees.