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Hansel Premium Spreads Holiday Cheer with Osaka-Style Pink Vanilla Limited Edition Biscuits

November 25, 2021

One of the things to be ticked off from my bucket list is to visit Japan and see the sakura in person. Hanggang manifesting muna tayo ngayon through journaling while munching Hansel Premium Osaka-style Pink Vanilla. Its golden, soft-crunchy biscuits filled with luscious, premium vanilla cream and its sakura aroma brings to mind a cool, magical experience in Japan amidst the beauty and fragrance of cherry blossoms. It makes me feel that I am in Japan at the moment.

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Kaya naman I invite you to taste Hansel Premium Osaka-Style Pink Vanilla biscuits, now na! Limited edition ito, available at online shopping sites, supermarkets, and convenience stores from November 2021 to January 2022 only.

Like the rest of the Hansel Premium range, it is indulgent and exquisite but priced very reasonably at Php49.00 per 16-piece pack.

This newest treat from Hansel Premium introduces a new flavorful experience that lets biscuit lovers enjoy world-class flavors right in their own homes. Only the third of their Limited Edition Hansel Premium offerings, (the first two are Hansel Premium Matcha Green Tea and Hansel Premium Black Sesame), this much-loved flavor is all about warmth, affection and good times for everyone – perfect for Christmas and the New Year!

Other Hansel Premium products like Hansel Premium Virginia-style Peanut Butter Sandwich, Hansel Premium Hokkaido-Style White Cheese and Hansel Premium New York-Style Cheddar Cheese bring the flavors of the world to the taste buds with every delicious snack.

“With their sweet goodness and sakura kick, our newest limited edition flavor of Hansel Premium biscuits is a delicious treat to enjoy with a hot or cold drink this season or even as dessert. Inspired by the goodness and popularity of Japanese sweet treats and the beauty of cherry blossoms, this special treat is only available for the holiday months and makes the perfect gift. So make sure to catch them before they’re gone!" says Republic Biscuit Corporation vice president for operations Noric Terence Ng.

Lumina Gives House and Lot to 3 Lucky Shopee Users

October 15, 2021

New MILO® Drink Helps Get Kids Get Energized With Less Table Sugar

July 16, 2021

Milo®, the country’s leading choco malt milk beverage, has been part of making our everyday complete for years. It gives our family the boost and zest that we need as we start our day. Who would not love Milo's delicious chocolatey and sweet taste that kids and adults crave?

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It makes me happy to know that Milo® never fails to deliver its promises for years. The people behind this brand are active in creating opportunities for families especially the kids to boost their love for healthy living and sports. Just recently, Milo® announced that it would introduce NEW MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar, a delicious new drink that would give kids the same nutritional goodness of MILO® with less table sugar content. MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar would help moms provide another choice for their kids to stay active throughout the day, and the fortified nutrients they need to grow healthy and strong.

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“We want to give moms more options to support their children’s growth and overall wellbeing through good and nourishing food that suit their preferences and needs,” said Veronica Cruz, MILO Business Executive Officer, Senior Vice President, Nestle Philippines, Inc. “With the MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar, moms can have the confidence to give their kids a drink that offers essential nutrients and the choco malty taste they love with less table sugar.”

Serving the right balance of ‘nutritious’ and ‘delicious’, the MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar is made with the natural goodness of milk as its main ingredient, which provides the Calcium and Protein kids need to promote bone and muscle growth and development. At the same time, it is also made with cocoa which brings out the unique malted barley flavor that is distinct to MILO®.

With less than one gram of table sugar in every glass, the MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar is packed with the same Champion Energy Nutrients that will provide the energy kids need to perform their academic tasks, chores at home, or after-school activities. MILO®’s Champion Energy Nutrients is a unique combination of energy-giving PROTOMALT® and energy-releasing Vitamins B2, B3, B6, B12, and Iron.

“We at MILO® are partnering with moms to nourish their children’s champion dreams through our products and sports programs that will help promote their kids’ holistic development,” said Cruz. “Along with eating a balanced diet with the MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar, we encourage kids to make physical activity and exercise part of a daily habit to be on the top of their game.”

MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar is now available in leading groceries and supermarkets in Greater Manila Area, and online at Shopee and Lazada. Kids can also enjoy the on-the-go format with MILO® Ready-To-Drink Zero Added Table Sugar.

To learn more about MILO® Less Than 1 Gram Table Sugar, visit MILO’s Facebook page or https://www.milo.com.ph/.

J’s Diamond Opens its Flagship Store in Ayala Malls Trinoma

July 09, 2021

“When one sees something especially wonderful, it’s always nice to have someone shared it with.”

- Mary Anne Schwalbe

A gift of love, a timeless gleam, a stunning jewelry that is worth giving or keeping, J’s Diamond fine jewelry is more than a piece of accessory. It represents a memory captured in the moment of extreme bliss. It brings you back to the moment with the one that you love the most. It makes you remember the feeling, atmosphere, texture, drama, and emotion, the very moment that you treasure that forever be part of your subconscious. J’s Diamond reawakens the time when you feel loved and cherished or when you made someone happy.

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J’s Diamond is a gift of love with a timeless gleam.

To immortalize once more the moment of love and bliss, J’s Diamond would like to invite you to the virtual launch of its newest flagship store at the Ground Level of Ayala Malls Trinoma on the 10th of July 2021, Saturday.

J’s Diamond is ready to take the next step with you. Check out its new flagship store at the Ground Level of Ayala Malls Trinoma!

J’s Diamond will take your hand as it steps to its new journey by showcasing in its fourth branch a wide array of 18K gold engagement rings, wedding rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and GIA diamonds that exude elegance and tasteful style. Its new boutique exhibits a classy contemporary vibe, designed to represent the extraordinary craftsmanship of J’s Diamond, truly world-class on its own.

If you are looking for a gift that may create a lifetime of love and bliss, visit J’s Diamond in Ayala Malls Trinoma today and see its wide array of stunning jewelry collections!

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About J’s Diamond

J’s Diamond is a Hong Kong-based company founded in 1998 and extended its business in the Philippines in 2012. It is always inspired to create stunning pieces that reflect the sophistication, glamour, and elegance of the wearer. For J’s Diamond, each of its creations is more than a fashion statement, more than a gift, more than an art but commemorates treasured moments and mirrors the brilliance and beauty of love. It believes that every piece of jewelry is crafted to achieve its perfection, attention to detail, and new trends attuned to global standards. Its mission is to uphold the competitive edge in the design aspects and product quality, creating beautifully crafted jewelry pieces that are worth owning and wearing. Its vision is to be one of the leaders in excellence in the jewelry industry focusing on client satisfaction and dedication.

Good news! J’s Diamond will offer 40% OFF on diamond accessories and 20% OFF on rings during its Ayala Malls Trinoma virtual launch livestream on July 10, 2021, from 12:00 NN to 1:00 PM. After the livestream, J’s Diamond will get back to its current “across all stores” promo, 30% OFF on diamond accessories and 20% OFF on rings. Present this article to any J’s Diamond branch to avail of the promo. Promo runs from July 1 to 31, 2021.

You may visit J’s Diamond branches at 2/F Lucky Chinatown Mall, LG/F SM City Dasmariñas, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, and Ayala Malls Trinoma from Monday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM. For more details, you may refer to https://www.jsdiamond.com.ph/. For inquiries, you may send an email at js.diamond@yahoo.com or contact mobile numbers (+63915) 393-9320 / (+63932) 886-2357 or telephone number (02) 254-9097.

We Can Re-create Our Salon Hair at Home in 4 Easy Steps

May 31, 2021

The pandemic is more than a year already and most of us are practicing home quarantine or working from home. Since we are keeping ourselves safe, we minimize going to salons to maintain our hair. In my case, I had short hair before but I had no choice but to grow my hair instead due to fear of going to the salon. Maintaining long hair is tasking but choosing the right products to get that salon TLC makes it easier for us to achieve that salon hair look. In my case, I keep my wavy hair soft and smooth by using Pantene 3-minute Keratin Straight Conditioner. Pantene has been my partner for months and I am very satisfied with how it nourishes my hair. I am also excited to use Pantene's other products very soon.

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Ladies, we can always take matters into our own hands. No matter how busy we are, let us not forget to take care of ourselves. If you feel that you’re missing the confidence that salon-like results offer, here are four tips to achieve a Salontastic experience at home shared to us by Pantene.

Let's Wash Our Scalp and Hair with Care

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The first step for a Salontastic at home experience is to clean our hair and scalp. Since we’re used to washing hair with the same products every day, we might not notice the effect different shampoos have in how they cleanse and even protect hair from external factors. A shampoo with rice oil essence is just what our hair needs for a Salontastic experience.

Rice oil is an underrated beauty ingredient that comes from the Japanese tradition of using rice water to wash hair. The abundance of vitamin E in rice oil can help reduce inflammation and reverse damage to the hair follicles. It’s the perfect ingredient to maintain strong, long and shiny hair.

Let's wash our scalp and hair with care with the Pantene Long Hair Solutions: Total Damage Care Shampoo with Pro-Vitamin Formula & Japanese Rice Oil Essence Shampoo. With regular use, it ultimately helps repair damaged hair and keeps hair protected from external factors.

Let's Use a Microfiber Towel

The items we use for drying our hair can also affect its look and texture just as much as the products we apply. Cotton towels have loose threads that can tangle and pull our hair, leading to breakage and frizz. Unlike textured towels, microfiber towels are made of a smoother material that create less friction on our strands. They’re gentler on different hair textures, prevent snags, and help to keep the hair cuticle smooth.

Let's Use a Conditioner that Protects Our Strands

It’s important to maintain moisture in hair and provide protection from further damage by using a conditioner. Moisture keeps hair hydrated and supple, preventing it from being dry and brittle which can lead to damage.

Unlike conventional conditioners, Pantene Collagen Miracle Intensive Serum Conditioner targets damaged strands, making hair more resilient against breakage from external causes. It also has real Collagen that can bring back the natural strength of your hair. With a blend of Pro-Vitamin B5, miracle serum, and real Collagen — nutrients are sealed and moisture is locked in each strand, turning dry, frizzy hair into shiny, smoother hair every day.

For colored or permed hair, the Pantene Color & Perm Conditioner can also smoothen 3 months worth of hair damage in just 3 minutes (with continuous use). This Pantene conditioner leaves each strand of hair with a protective layer of repair essence. Not to mention that it also helps hair color and perm last longer.

Let's Cap it all off with a Miracle Treatment

Here’s the grand finale to achieve salon-like hair results. We can give our hair a boost of smoothness and shine without the grease with the Pantene Collagen Miracle Hair Treatment Shots. It has Pro-Vitamin Blends and Collagen, keeping each hair strand hydrated and replenished of lost nutrients.

After rinsing the conditioner, we may squeeze the excess water from our hair and apply the Collagen Treatment Shots. Leave it on for 10 minutes while wrapped in a warm towel then wash with room-temp water. We can air dry or blow dry our hair after, and style it as we please.

The salon experience will surely be missed, but now we can feel like every day is a salon day with Pantene. And it only takes as easy as four tips to pamper ourselves with salon-quality treatment at home. For more tips, tricks, and DIY methods to maintain Salontastic hair, visit the Pantene’s guide to salon level hair.

We may head over to the P&G Shopee Mall store and checkout all the Pantene products we need for a salon experience at home with Salontastic hair results.

Experience Cool and Comfort with Sharp J-Tech Inverter Refrigerator and Air Conditioner

May 18, 2021

Enjoying the summer during this new normal situation will be a whole different dynamic. Due to travel restrictions, we cannot go to the beach or tour outside the country. But it also means that we can spend these hot days having fun and doing worthwhile things. This is a great opportunity to bond with our family or learn a new hobby.

As we do these things, Sharp Philippines wants to provide us a safe yet convenient experience as we stay inside our house within this hot weather.

With its elegant and functional refrigerators, no need to go out often for your ingredients when preparing a meal. You can stock up your necessities and food items, without worrying about what to cook for the next few days.

Here are some of the state-of-the-art inverter refrigerators from Sharp that can surely maintain the freshness and quality of your meat, veggies, and snacks:

Sharp 5D French door Inverter Refrigerators - There are several valuable advantages to a French door refrigerator, the most obvious of those being its unique layout. Sharp 5 Door Refrigerators 26.8 cubic feet (SJ-FTW27CVP-BK) and 27.1 cubic feet variant (SJ-FTF27CVP-BK) got a special compartment called FREX room. It can be adjusted in 4 temperature settings according to your needs. Meanwhile, the 26.8 cubic feet variant (SJ-FTW27CVP-BK) has hidden water dispenser for easy drinking water access.

Sharp 4D Glass French door Inverter Refrigerator (SJ-FLG16AVP-BK) - Similar with the model mentioned above, this boasts of spacious storage and shelves. In addition to that, this sophisticated appliance is equipped with Plasmacluster Ion Technology to eliminate mold and bacteria. On the other hand, Plasmacluster Ion Technology makes the food fresh for a longer time.

Sharp Side-by-side Inverter Refrigerator (SJ-BLS20AVP-SL) - Side-by-side refrigerators are best for kitchens that are narrow since they take advantage of the vertical space. This sleek home appliance from Sharp highlights a LED touch screen panel so you don’t have to open it to adjust settings. Moreover, it came with a handy ice maker that lets you make ice cubes from the tray in just a quick twist.

Sharp 2 door No Frost Inverter Refrigerators (SJ-FTG21CVP-BK/SL) (SJ-FTG18CVP-BK/SL) – This practical yet elegant appliance from Sharp covers basic yet necessary features in a refrigerator. It sports a freezer organizer case so you can store meats properly and also a moisture vegetable case to prevent them from rotting early. The Mega Freezer delivers a bigger storage capacity to store more food.

This 2 door refrigerator comes in two variants in terms of size and color. The 20.1 cubic feet variant is available in black and silver and the same goes with the larger 23.2 cubic feet model.

Meanwhile, we all agree that air conditioners are no longer a luxury with this kind of heat and humidity. For your family’s comfort, Sharp offers a diverse range of inverter air conditioners that are all suitable for long hours of use.

With its J-Tech inverter technology, the company claims that it can lower your electricity consumption by as much as 65 percent. To effectively clean the indoor air from microbes and viruses, they equipped these air conditioners with PCI technology. These home appliances are also built to last for a long time with their self-cleaning function and copper tubes covered in an anti-corrosion resin coating.

Below are the two types of feature-packed air conditioners from Sharp that will help you beat the summer heat:

Sharp J-Tech Inverter Standard Split Type Air conditioners – Available in 1.0/1.5/2.0/2.5 hp. Aside from the J-Tech inverter technology, standard air conditioners from Sharp also got amazing functionalities. With its Baby Sleep Mode, this appliance is suitable for sleeping with toddlers or infants since it won’t disturb their slumber. Meanwhile, enabling its strong jet mode can bring a strong blast of chilled air to make the room temperature in just 5 minutes.

Sharp J-Tech Inverter Premium Split Type Air conditioner – Available in 1.0/1.5/2.0/2.5 hp. For a more luxurious experience for a smart home, Sharp Premium Air Conditioner comes with a motion sensor and AIoT. To simply put, the built-in motion sensor adjusts the temperature and airflow settings depending on the number of people it detected. On the other hand, the AIoT makes suggestions on how this appliance should operate, based on its users’ day-to-day activities.

Both standard and premium series of this inverter air conditioner are available in four variants: 1.0HP, 1.5HP, 2.0HP, and 2.5HP. Before purchase, you should consider the size of the area or room first. This is to make sure the horsepower of the Sharp air conditioner you are buying is enough.

Eden Showcases the Power of a Mother’s Unconditional Love This Mother’s Day

May 12, 2021

Eden Cheese aims to bring to light untold motherhood challenges and to showcase acceptance and support for all flavors of motherhood with a film directed by Antoinette Jadaone.

Motherhood today is embraced by eyes that hold various forms, shapes, and sizes. Understanding that each motherhood journey is distinctly unique from others poses an essential role in helping them thrive in each path they are on. As a brand that advocates for the universal love and acceptance for mothers, this Mother’s Day campaign by Eden cheese breaks boundaries as the Mondelez Philippines brand launched their bold new film entitled, ‘Unconditional,’ directed by Carlos Palanca-Awardee, Antoinette Jadaone, during their Facebook event: Eden Speaks – A Mother’s Day Forum.

“Eden cheese is a brand that has been celebrating moms from all walks of life and their role in bringing families together for the last 36 years. This Mother’s Day, we wanted to shed light on a silent reality in the Philippines, and how important unconditional love and parental support plays in fostering acceptance and empathy for each unique motherhood experience. We want to empower and unite moms to share their personal stories about their own journey, and to showcase how we are one with them in embracing all flavors of motherhood, even in the most difficult of situations,” said Kristine Enriquez, Eden Cheese Marketing Manager. “We believe that by uniting moms from different walks of life, all flavors of mothers can be inspired by the different savor-worthy ways to bring the family together.”

The event, hosted by Issa Litton, was graced by special guest speakers such as Bettinna Carlos-Eduardo, a Mompreneur, content creator, and author; Techie Dy, Consultant of RMT-Cefam, Ateneo, and is a Ph.D. Candidate of Clinical Psychology from the University of the Philippines; and Kristine Enriquez, Eden Cheese Marketing Manager. For the past four decades, Eden has been a trusted ally of moms for providing delicious meals for her and her family. The event cements the brand’s commitment to being their ally in all aspects and facets of her life. For Eden, this translates to empowering the diverse Filipino motherhood journeys, not just single moms, through celebrating their unique and evolving roles amidst today’s ever-changing world.

During the event, Bettinna Carlos-Eduardo shared, “There were times when Gummy was growing up, that I felt it was all just me. I am to work and I am to watch after her, which is the life mindset of a typical single mom. The load lightened when I found my source of personal salvation and started to have a community of other parents. Of course I still had my mom and grandmother who would look after Gummy when I had to work. But inevitably there were several overwhelming situations that would make me ask myself – ‘how am I going to do all these things alone?’ There are only 24hrs in a day and yet a gazillion things to so! Life didn’t come with a manual for parenting, especially for solo parents. And 11years ago there were no videos on YouTube or many resources available online to help navigate through this. That would have made the road an easier one to travel."

Bettina was a single mom for a decade, but recently ‘graduated’ from the status and is married for five months now. “Motherhood did not really change when I married. It still has its set of challenges that evolve as Gummy matures. My faith as seen me through all those years and it is just a blessing to have a physical partner now to share the load and the journey. This Mother‘s Day, I celebrate both my current season and former shaping years. I look back at 10 years of the most gratifying years of my life I wouldn’t trade for anything in the world. I appreciate how Eden is so courageous to speak up about and open this conversation acknowledging the many challenges of solo parents that people don’t often talk about. Just as there are many savor worthy ways to bond with your family by cooking in the kitchen with Eden, there are also many ways to showcase support for different kinds of moms in the simplest way we know how,” she added.

The event culminated with an exclusive preview of the Eden Mother’s Day film by multi-award winning director, Antoinette Jadaone. The film sheds light on the plight of this group of moms that may lack support, which is a topic often not discussed, but is quite familiar to us all and is important as it plays an integral role in nurturing the light of our homes. The film emboldens how unconditional love and acceptance empowers single moms, and moms from all walks of life. This Mother’s Day and beyond, the brand aims to unite moms and support them, so they can create many savor-worthy moments to nurture stronger family connections.

To know more, visit https://web.facebook.com/EdenCheesePH/ and check out #EdenSpeaksPH.

The Manila Hotel Café Ilang-Ilang Offers Halal-certified Food for Takeout and Delivery

May 09, 2021

Coffee That's Really Good For You: Glorious, Isn't It?

April 30, 2021

For decades, coffee had received a bad reputation. Besides allegedly triggering high blood pressure, insomnia, and hyperacidity, the Filipino habit of adding lots of sugar and cream to one’s cup has been said to aggravate diabetes.

While there’s no denying the Pinoy coffee fan his morning cup, there is concern over the amount of sugar present in commercial 3-in-1 coffee mixes. The leading brand has 14.6 grams of sugar in one 20-gram sachet alone. Imagine how much sugar you’re taking in if you drink an average of three cups of coffee a day.

What About Sugar-Free Coffee?

For health-conscious individuals, especially diabetics, turning to sugar-free coffee mixes seems to be the only option. This meant enduring tasteless cups of coffee just to satisfy their caffeine fix —until Stevia came along.

Stevia is the low calorie, zero sugar sweetener that tastes so much better than artificial sweeteners. Stevia is an herb with a sweet-tasting extract that comes from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It has been enjoyed since pre-Columbian South America where indigenous people used the herb to sweeten their tea and other drinks. The plant's taste stems from steviol glycosides, molecules which are 250–300 times sweeter than regular sugar. It became popular among health-conscious individuals because stevia has a very low caloric content. This makes it perfect for dieters and people who are trying to lose weight. Moreover, Stevia makes coffee and tea taste so much better without adding any calories. Aside from beverages, Stevia is also used as an alternative sweetener when cooking or baking.

The Health Advantages of Stevia

Stevia is a safe, healthy sugar substitute that can sweeten up food without the negative health effects of refined sugar. It’s also associated with several impressive benefits such as reduced calorie intake, managed blood sugar levels, and minimized risk of cavities.

Additionally, while other sugar substitutes like Aspartame have been linked with cancer, there's no evidence linking stevia to cancer since it is a natural ingredient. This means you can add stevia to dishes and drinks without fear that you’re taking too much sugar, or that you’ll get sick a few years down the road.

For coffee lovers, it’s also good to note that locally-made Glorious Blend coffees and instant beverages have Stevia as its natural sweetener. The blend of natural and healthful ingredients make the drink not only refreshing and safe, but also good for one’s overall health.

The Glorious Blend boasts a full line of healthy drinks, including a 7-in-1 healthy coffee mix. This special blend is made with proven medicinal ingredients like Malunggay, Mangosteen, Calcium, Gotu Kola, and sweetened with Sweet & Fit Stevia. What’s even better is that the Glorious Blend 7in1 Coffee is non-acidic and promotes regular bowel movement.

The Glorious line-up also includes the 3-in-1 coffee mix with Stevia; 7-in-1 choco mix; 4-in-1 coffee with Malunggay; 5-in-1 coffee mix with Brown Rice; and the MaxiTrim coffee. All Glorious Blend beverages use Stevia which has no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index. All of their instant drinks will keep you alert and energized throughout the day. Also, Glorious Blend products are locally sourced and manufactured. Their company supports local farmers, stevia growers, and other agricultural communities.

So if you’ve been cutting back on drinking coffee because of health problems like diabetes or hyper acidity, Glorious Blend coffee mixes are here to help. You can enjoy all the aroma and flavor of freshly made coffee all day —without the guilt! Now, you can drink coffee for better health! Glorious, isn’t it? For more information about Glorious Blend coffee mixes, check out https://www.facebook.com/gloriousblend.

Asia Leaders Award 2020 Young CEO of the Year goes to Architect Kaydee Velasco

March 05, 2021

Lea Salonga, Kuh Ledesma & Others Featured in The Manila Hotel’s 2021 Countdown with a Cause

December 28, 2020

Artists like Lea Salonga, Kuh Ledesma, world-renowned soprano Rachelle Gerodias, Korean baritone Byeong-In Park, Richard Reynoso, UP Concert Chorus, and others join The Manila Hotel in a virtual countdown event to mark the coming of the New Year.

In keeping with the long-standing annual tradition that has been in place since pre-war times, The Manila Hotel will still hold a New Year Countdown this year albeit in a different space. Due to the restriction on gatherings, this year’s welcome to the New Year will be done virtually via a Zoom viewing with amazing raffle prizes to be given away.

Guests and customers of The Manila Hotel can join the Zoom party on December 31 from 10:00 PM to watch artists share messages of love and hope through songs, words of encouragement from the hotel’s president Atty. Joey Lina, and a chance to win the amazing prizes at stake. To join, anyone with a purchase from the hotel is eligible for a raffle ticket for every Php3,500 in a single receipt. This includes dining bills from Café Ilang-Ilang, the Lobby Lounge, Roma Salon, and even The Manila Hotel’s signature grill restaurant Cowrie Grill in Greenhills; purchases from The Delicatessen, Lobby Shop, and Christmas corner; room bookings for FIT guests; promo purchases; and even Take Out from the regular or the festive menu. The promo period is from Dec 17 to 31, 2020, with a cut-off at 10pm on the last day.

The Grand Prize is an overnight stay at the world-famous MacArthur Suite, worth Php500,000 (not convertible to cash), a lavish room in historic Manila.

The hotel where war hero General Douglas MacArthur stayed, the stately room has received many illustrious guests over the years, including kings and queens, world leaders, and heads of state. Renovated and modernized, the suite can be booked for special occasions like private dinners and parties, and a luxurious overnight dwelling. The rest of the prizes are suite room and dining vouchers, Prestige memberships, and many others.

The Covid-19 pandemic put a halt to many events this year so an online gathering such as this also gives The Manila Hotel a platform to continue its service to Filipinos that began in March with the Mabuhay Meals Food Drive for Frontliner and its partnership with groups like the Rotary Club of Makati Central and others to donate food and PPEs to government-run hospitals like PGH and the Manila Medical Center, among others.

With this event, the hotel is making all its valued guests partners in an endeavor that has no extra cost to them or separate purchase needed. Part of the proceeds of guest purchases eligible in the 2021 Countdown with a Cause and the raffle will be pooled together to brighten the holidays of displaced workers in the city of Manila affected by the pandemic through a partnership with Manila Bulletin’s Bag of Hope.

For more information on The Manila Hotel’s 2021 Countdown with a Cause, you may call 85270011 or 09989501912. Info and raffle mechanics are also posted on the Manila Hotel’s Facebook and Instagram accounts (@TheManilaHotel).

Defensil Isopropyl Alcohol Welcomes Richard Gutierrez, Sarah Lahbati, and Kids as Brand Ambassadors

December 21, 2020

Defensil 70% Solution Isopropyl Alcohol continues its campaign to be Filipino families’ ally in germ protection in the new normal as they welcome newlyweds, Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati, together with their adorable kids Zion and Kai, as their brand ambassadors.

Adjusting to the New Normal with Defensil Isopropyl Alcohol

Richard and Sarah, who got married in a solemn ceremony earlier this year, celebrated their new life together in quarantine. While being stuck at home was an opportunity for them to spend more time together as a family—planting, painting and playing all sorts of games, they also needed to go through a lot of adjustments as a family.

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One adjustment that they had to do was to look for better ways to protect their family against germs, with the threat of the virus still continuing up until now. They found their newest ally in Defensil 70% Solution Isopropyl Alcohol, which promises a higher level of protection against germs and viruses.

“We believe in innovative products. Not only does Defensil come from a company we trust, Defensil 70% Solution Isopropyl Alcohol is also recommended by experts,” said Sarah.

“And since we use alcohol more frequently to sanitize, I also like how it not only kills germs and bacteria, but also has moisturizer to not dry our skin,” she added.

One way to prevent the spread of germs is regular disinfection of hands and high touch surfaces using a rubbing alcohol. To provide a higher level of defense against germs in the new normal, the Philippine Society for Microbiology is recommending Defensil 70% Solution Isopropyl Alcohol.

Created by Beauty Elements Ventures Inc, Defensil 70% Solution Isopropyl Alcohol kills 99.9% of germs to give Richard and Sarah’s family the peace of mind that they are well-defended. It starts to kill germs on contact and upon constant use, provides up to 12-hour protection.

New Normal Holidays

Celebrating the holidays is surely going to be different for the Gutierrez family this year. For Richard and Sarah, social distancing is something that they’re keeping in mind as they celebrate the holiday season, along with making sure that everyone sanitizes and disinfects using Defensil.

The family wishes to go on a local holiday trip with family bringing their new ally, Defensil. With this, Sarah shares three simple tips to fellow parents on how to keep their family safe from germs during the holiday season.

First, social distancing is a must. Second, always wear a mask. It is important for parents to teach their kids the importance of wearing masks, which help to prevent the transmission of the virus. And, lastly, always disinfect with an alcohol that makes sure you and the family are well-defended— like Defensil Isopropyl Alcohol.

To know more about Richard and Sarah’s newest ally, Defensil 70% Solution Isopropyl Alcohol, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/defensil.philippines.

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Defensil 70% Isopropyl Alcohol was tested against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhimurium, Escherichia coli or E. coli and Candida albicans