JOLLIBEE NEWEST YUMBASSADORS: 4th Impact

JOLLIBEE NEWEST YUMBASSADORS: 4th Impact

I love how these girls remain humble in spite of their success in the music scene in the United Kingdom (UK) no less! A far cry from a Filipina who only got married to a foreigner in New Zealand who demean and call us Filipinos stupid and idiot. Ate, where did you come from? Hindi ka na pinoy because you live in a first world country? ( you keep on insisting that you live in a first world country) 

Well, you ought to watch this video ate so you'll get some pointers on how to remain humble in spite of a successful career in another country.

I asked Almira and Celina this question: How do you keep yourself humble?

4th Impact's Expectations of Our Upcoming President Duterte

4th Impact's Expectations of Our Upcoming President Duterte

I had an opportunity to interview UK-based girl group "4th Impact".  I am fortunate enough to talk to two of its members during their launch as Yumbassadors of Jollibee last May 20, 2016. 

Sisters Almira and Celina Cercado were more than happy to answer two of my questions. Members of the media were trying to outdo one another to get an interview with the girl group because they're in the Philippines for a limited period of time only.

#Yumbassador #Yumbassadors #Jollibee #Proudgenyum‬ Newest ambassadors ‪#‎4thImpact‬

LBC EXPRESS BAGAL TO THE 9TH POWER: Over Promises and Always Under Deliver

LBC EXPRESS BAGAL TO THE 9TH POWER: Over Promises and Always Under Deliver

Last month, I sent an LBC pouch to my relative in the province and it reached him after 3 (three) working days!

Last week, I expressed doubt when G used the said courier again to send a very important document needed by the same relative at the same address with the same cellphone number.  Meaning its a repeat business and G was confident that it will reach the consignee in just 1 (one) day!

My fear has a valid basis.  After all, LBC Express over promises and always under deliver! Which should not be the case.  Remember, the last pouch I sent took LBC Express three(3) days to deliver! Though the one in charge at LBC Express office promised me that it will reach the consignee the following morning! Yes, that one (1) day became three (3) days the last time. 

And boy was I right! As of today, May 14, 2016, the said document is in oblivion.  It has not reach the consignee just yet.  G sent the document at LBC Express, Inc. at Suki Market, QC. last May 10, 2016 and was supposed to reach the consignee the following day May 11, 2016.

I made a  long distance call to the LBC Express office in that town.  A certain "Greg" who identified himself as an LBC personnel answered my call.  He further said that the said document could not be delivered because the LBC delivery man noted that the name of the consignee is unknown and the address was not complete. 

Shocks, how did my earlier LBC pouch reached my relative last month? Oh, I forgot to tell you, I also made several long distance calls and had to do several local calls through our landline and cellphone for that delivery to happen and I paid more than triple the price just so my relative could received it supposedly in just one (1) day!

To LBC Express please deliver the document or return the said document to us and refund us our payment plus pay for our long distance calls and time! #LBCBULOK #LBCEXPRESSSABAGAL #LBCBAGAL #LBCPagong 

TEDDY'S BURGER

TEDDY'S BURGER 

‪Aloha! Hawaii's so called best burger has been operating in the Philippines for almost two(2) years now!

But due to other priorities such as my medical treatment expenses and other priorities we were not able to try this joint way back in 2014. 

Good thing, somebody held an event at Teddy's that's why I got to taste the world famous Teddy's burgers that are hand crafted, flame broiled and dressed exactly the way you want it to be.

Like its rivals, Teddy's Burger also offer chicken wings and thighs. The chicken is very delicious!

Its fries has a lot of cheese and really yummy!

 The bigger the better?

#‎TeddysBiggerBurgersPH‬ ‪#‎BIGGERisBETTER‬

The doctor is always in with MediCard’s My Pocket Doctor

The doctor is always in with MediCard’s My Pocket Doctor

Good news to every Juan and Juana of this generation! MediCard, a leading health maintenance organization (HMO) provider, gives a time-saving and convenient option to get medical consultations anytime, anywhere with the My Pocket Doctor.

Modern Technology at the Comforts of Home or Office

“My Pocket Doctor is definitely a game changer especially in the medical field. It is also our way of using modernized technology to make medical consultations handy for everyone. With less waiting time, patients can now get in touch easily with a medical doctor and get consultations instantly, at the comfort of their homes or offices,” according to Dr. Nicky Montoya, president of MediCard Philippines. This is very ideal setting for those who are busy and for those who are shy and most especially those people that can't barely bare the temperature outside because of the high heat index.

How to use My Pocket Doctor?

It is easy peasy to use! Just simply register on the My Pocket Doctor website (mypocketdoctor.com) or via the app through the App Store or Google Play Store and wait for an activation link with username and password. Users can also register via text by sending their email address and cellphone number to 29290DOCTOR (or 2929036-2867) and wait for a call from a nurse to complete their one-time registration.

After registration, a nurse will call the member for assessment to schedule the consultation with one of their doctors. A medical doctor will call the patient for a check-up and give prescriptions or instructions. Video call via webcam can also be done during medical consultation for cases that need visual assessment such as skin rashes.

My Pocket Doctor has highly competent, well-trained and unbiased medical doctors from Europe and Philippines who can cover up to 70% of all health issues in a consultation and are available 24/7, ensuring members an accessible and credible medical service.

The MediCard My Pocket Doctor Card is for sale for only Php450 at select MediCard free-standing clinics. Soon, the card will be also sold online through MediCard’s online store.

So what are you waiting for? Go and buy yourself and your loved ones a #MediCard #PocketDoctor now.

*Actual card may vary from the photo above.

BLUEWATER DAY SPA: Introduces Four Hand Balinese Massage & Welcome Kim Chiu Plus 11 Other New Brand Ambassadors

BLUEWATER DAY SPA: Introduces Four Hand Balinese Massage & Welcome Kim Chiu Plus 11 Other New Brand Ambassadors

Bluewater Day Spa's newest ambassador for its latest service the four hand Balinese massage is the Chinita Princess Kim Chiu. She made the media people and VIP guests sway to her single " Ikaw ba si Mr. Right?"

The "talikogenic" and sexy Kapamilya star Kim Chiu enthusiastically told everyone about the latest offering of #BluewaterDaySpa (BWDS), the very relaxing #FourHandBalineseMassage which she personally experienced and love. She said everyone should give it a try. Not only because it is the newest Balinese massage technology but also because this delightful treatment offers ultimate relaxation.

The #4HandBalineseMassage involves two massage therapists that works in unison, both at the lower and upper parts of your body. So be prepared to be swept away into a relaxing sleep when you avail of this particular service. I am so excited, I couldn't wait to try this type of massage myself!

Bluewater Day Spa never stop finding new ways to satisfy its clients and adopting new massage technology to continue its growth. In fact, they even sent their massage therapists to Bali, Indonesia where they had their training for several months until they become experts in the Four hand Bali Massage technique.

The newly wed Nikki Gil-Albert rendered a lively song number.  She also shared her happiness for being a part of the growing BWDS family. She also thanked BWDS, which she consider as her perfect haven and hideaway, a place where she loves to recharge. 

Several other brand endorsers were also announced during the event.  One of the more bankable GMA artist Aljur Jimenez offered a song number to the delight of the audience.

Notable Kapuso stars and models that made it to the endorser's list participated in a mini-fashion show. At the picture above is Mike Tan, an actor at GMA 7.  He made it to the list of the new brand ambassadors of #BWDS.

Model Brent Javier also participated in the mini fashion show during the event.

Ervic Vijandre,  the rumored ex-boyfriend of Marian Rivera for six (6) years, was among the new ambassadors of BWDS.

Miss International 2014 Bianca Guidotti sashayed down the runway with confidence. 

Award winner La Salle College of St. Benilde dancers in action.

The owners of BWDS and its endorsers which includes Sam Ajdani, Mr. World Phil 2016, Brazilian heartthrob, Fabio Ide, Model Philippe Escalambre, Actor/Model Mark McMahon, International model Amadeo Leandro #mercatormodels and Piolo Pascual's nephew, GMA actor Benjamin Alves.

"Bluewater Day Spa is open for franchise just log in at www.bluewaterdayspa.com," Francis Simisim said.

Business savvy Francis Simisim has taken Blue Water Day Spa to its present level of prominence in the increasingly crowded local spa business. From a lone branch along Annapolis Street in Greenhills, San Juan City way back in 2005, he has expanded the business to seven outlets. with five (5) branches in the Metro and the other two (2) in the province of Camarines Sur in Naga City and another one in Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao. 

Ms. Mary Simisim and daughter Miss Kristine Simisim. 

Bluewater Day Spa has an ongoing promo of up to 50% off on selected treatments, so what are you waiting for? Go and visit any of the Bluewater Day Spa Branches nationwide!

SARSA KITCHEN + BAR

SARSA KITCHEN + BAR

Attorney Mon, Ate Dindin and I stumbled upon Sarsa' restaurant because we were looking for a vegetarian restaurant at the second floor of MOA's South Veranda last last week because my friend Ate Dindin is in town and she is a vegetarian. The Ginataan kalabasa word in a review written by Bianca Gonzalez using a colored chalk at the glass door of Sarsá caught Ate Dindin's attention. That "gata" word is the reason why we entered Sarsa Kitchen + Bar that night.

It is a good thing that we were immediately given a table.  

Before you enter the resto you'll see a big picture of Chef Jayps Anglo, who I think is the owner of Sarsa. I don't have any idea who he is. But I think he is famous and has a lot of celebrity friends if you'll based it on the reviews that line up the restaurant's door and adorned its wall. Actually, just below his picture outside the resto you'll see already the various reviews written by different chef, celebrities and foodies in the Metro. The restaurant offers Negrense comfort food done with contemporary touches.

I love the lamps lights that line up the ceiling of the resto. It is very attractive. 

It is a full house that night.

The kitchen's glass window also has a review.

Even Ces Drilon has her own review of the resto!

Various reviews by different publications.

I don't have a budget yet but I wish to come back and try these dishes #WishfulThinking #ChefJayps

#FullHouse

Bare Floors, brick walls nothing fancy but good food.

We ordered the kansi bulalo and adobong pusit because the waiter said it is their bestsellers besides ate Dindin had already ordered kalabasa and gising gising plus rice.

The sinful Kansi Bulalo is a combination of bulalo with sinigang taste and tender beef pieces plus a serving of bone marrow. Warning! This dish is very high in cholesterol.

Notable portraits I saw from #Sarsa's wall:

I think this is Imelda Marcos during her Miss Manila days and Miss Universe Gloria Diaz. And the portrait below is Gretchen Barretto who were depicted crying as to why, I do not know.

Sarsa Menu

Photography by Cha Sy

Manny Pacquiao Goes Out With A Bang

Manny Pacquiao Goes Out With A Bang

Producing one of his best performances in recent years, Champion Boxer Manny Pacquiao wins by unanimous decision against Timothy Bradley at MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

This is the third and hopefully final fight of Manny Pacquiao vs. Timothy Bradley.

The final score card shows Manny Pacquiao taking the fight 116-110 on all three cards.

Manny Pacquiao most notable round is round Round 9. Think about Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of water, then Manny hit Timothy Bradley with a south paw, Bradley came tumbling down. Lol! Okay, that's what came to my mind when I saw that scene!

Pacquiao hurt Bradley with a massive counter left hook and then knocked him down with a follow-up attack. Bradley went down so hard he flipped over backward on his head. ( "Nag brengko si Bradley" ani G) The American Boxer Timothy Bradley beat the count on wobbly legs but Manny Pacquiao let him off the hook. 88-81, Pacquiao wins, and I think that is all that matters with him. Yes, Manny had vindicated himself.

"As of now I am retired," Pacquiao said.

"I am going to go home and think about it but I want to be with my family. I want to serve the people," Pacquiao reiterated.

Congratulations to the People's Champ Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao!

#PacBradley #boxing #Pacman #PacmanBradley

1st European Motor Show in the Philippines

1st European Motor Show in the Philippines

2016 marks the first ever Euro Motor show in the Philippines. 

I am not really a car enthusiast but I am fascinated with European cars. Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche, Bentley, Fiat, Buggati, Rolls-Royce, Rover, Saab, Seat, Skoda, Volvo are only a few of the more famous ones I know. You could not deny the fact that European made cars are synonymous to good quality cars.  

The Euro cars of your dream will no longer stay as a dream because they're now available in the Philippines. Last March 11, 2016,  I had a rare opportunity to witness and feel how it is to ride some of them. And it did not disappoint!

Various kinds of European cars were on that car show!  

I know all of you car enthusiast out there will definitely recognized a good car when you see one.

My jaw dropped when I saw a gray Maserati car! I asked the lady in charge if I can try the Maserati and she said yes! I was so happy! For the first time in my life, I got to sit inside a #Maserati car and feel how it is to ride in a 30 million pesos car! ( I know, I can never own one, lol! ) At least one of my wildest dream came true!

This high-end luxury car has a spacious interior, genuine leather interior. This car is a four door sedan that has a very sporty look owing to the fact that it has very contemporary curves on the body’s exterior edges. From the front to the rear, you can't help but notice the well crafted tail lights and the beautifully pronounced rectangular shaped quad-tail pipes. These cars are made in Europe and offer fantastic value for your money. I bet that every year, Maserati land tons of awards for their overall quality. It has an utmost concern with the safety, design, and ingenuity. Some of us don’t give a hoot about fuel efficiency, and just want some uncompromising power. 

We did not only got to see the cars and motorcycle from Europe but we got the rare opportunity to ride some of 'em! 

#FirstEuroMotors2016 #EuroMotorsPH #EuroMotors #BGC #2016EuroMotors #Maserati