Wednesday, December 28, 2016

“Boodle Fight sa Bilao” and “Shrimp Wednesday” Only at St. Nicholas Catering and Restaurant

St. Nicholas Catering and Restaurant Boodle Fight sa Bilao Sets on SALE!!!
There are many ways to bond with families and friends and one of those is eating together, enjoying the best food prepared and served with love.


This holiday season, why not eat with your family in the most exciting way - a boodle fight. When it comes to boodle fight, the place to be is at St. Nicholas Catering and Restaurant. It’s a great thing that they are on sale!


1.jpg
2.jpg


3.jpg


For a special price of Php999.00, the Boodle Fight sa Bilao Set is indeed very affordable compared to other restaurants having the same idea. Restaurant diners have the option to choose from the of other Boodle Fight variants that the restaurant offers like from Palawan, Boracay, to Batangas for the same price of Php999.00.   
4.jpg


5.jpg


6.jpg


7.jpg



BEST SELLER: The Hot and Juicy Shrimps


8.jpg


The restaurant's Hot and Juicy Shrimps are available in the following flavors/variants: regular, spicy, mild, sweet, and medium. The shrimps were sourced from Roxas City,known as the seafood capital of the Philippines. So it is guaranteed fresh!


Trivia: Did you know that Chef Nick personally came up with its signature sauce. And once you tasted it, mapapa extra-rice ka talaga!
Best Deal: Shrimp Wednesday


Wednesdays is a special day for shrimp lovers and regular customers at St. Nicholas Catering and Restaurant for its called "Shrimp Wednesday" A Good Deal you shouldn’t missed. Regular customers of St. Nicholas have been returning every week for the 50% off promo. YES 50% OFF. From the regular price of Php399.00, marking down to only Php199.00 with the very same quality of Hot and Juicy Shrimps is basically a promo offer to grab!

Meet The Chef
Chef Nick Pelaez


chef.jpg


He owns and managed and still cooks for St. Nicholas Catering and the restaurant. St. Nicholas Catering started back in 2003 while the Restaurant is his newest baby that is already in its third year serving sumptuous Filipino dishes in Mandaluyong. We all know that fast-food chains were almost everywhere, but St. Nicholas has its own charm. Having the intimate ambiance of the restaurant, diners visit at the odd hours of the day like brunch or late afternoon for early lunch or merienda, respectively. The busiest hours, of course, are lunch and dinner times. The usual guests are those who prefer clean and delicious home-cooked food over random finds at eateries. *plus Chef Nick is charming too.


Visit St. Nicholas Catering at #1 Fatima St. corner San Rafael st., Bgy., Plainview, Mandaluyong City, Philippines 1550


Phone: (02)535-7637 | Email: st.nicholascatering@yahoo.com


Follow them on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/st.nicholasresto/

Monday, December 26, 2016

#GoSwift this yuletide season with Acer Swift 7 and New Balance


Holiday season is the perfect time to find new and exciting ways to celebrate and have fun. Millennials, known for their fast-paced lifestyle, eagerness to reach their dreams, appetite to develop deep connections with others, and fondness for documenting awesome memories, will surely look forward to the holidays. Christmas bazaars, family reunions, and barkada parties are just some events they can enjoy! An Acer Swift laptop and a pair of New Balance shoes can surely help make Christmas and New Year a wonderful experience!
The top of the line Acer Swift 7 has a 9.98mm ultra-thin form factor and 1.125 kg with a 4-cell battery pack that can have a battery life of 9 hours and a 256GB SSD, the new Acer Aspire S7 is one laptop that is worthy to be on your wish list.
With an all-metal chassis, the thinnest laptop in the world is supported with a dual-channel 8GB of on board LPDDR3 SDRAM that has the ability to transfer data twice as much faster than the previous models and consumes very low power and produces less heat.
The 7th generation Intel® Core™ i5-7Y54 processor is the main chipset of the Acer Aspire S7 with an Intel® HD Graphics 615 on a 13.3" display with IPS technology, Full HD 1920 x 1080, high-brightness Acer CineCrystal™ LED-backlit TFT LCD that can give flawless graphics and provide better resolution for screen viewing.
An HD webcam with 1280 x 720 resolution, 720p HD audio/video recording and High dynamic range imaging (HDR) is built in to make video conferencing for professionals easier, faster and more reliable for business. Most importantly, ultra-fast wireless technology is featured. An 802.11ac wireless LAN with a 2x2 MU-MIMO technology can provide seamless connection on the web and with a Bluetooth® 4.0, wireless connectivity to accessories will be hassle-free. The USB Type-C port, supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™ and DC-in is a revolution for a unified electric connectivity and USB technology.
The Acer Aspire S7 is backed up with the latest Microsoft operating system, the Windows 10 Home in a 64-bit based processor to enjoy the advantages of 64-bit processing and the ultimate performance of 4 GB or higher memory.
Enjoy more of the holiday season with your new Swift 7 and a pair of New Balance shoes via the #Go Swift Holiday promo which will run until Dec 31, 2016. Buy a qualified Acer product—such as the trendy Acer Swift 3, Swift 5, and Swift 7 at Acer participating stores nationwide and get a New Balance Gift Card worth P5,000 absolutely FREE. To claim the New Balance Gift Card, just fill out the promo claim form and get the official receipt of your purchase from the store.  Submit these requirements together with cut-out of box serial number and two valid IDs.
For more about the latest Acer Swift units and other Acer Philippines’ products, go to www.acer.com.ph, follow Acer via Twitter (twitter.com/acerphils) or www.Facebook.com/AcerPH.

Friday, December 23, 2016

Christmas feast tips by Midea’s Brand Ambassadors



While people are completing their Christmas list of things to buy for their loved ones and friends, shopping for the very much awaited Christmas feast is also finding its way to the urgent to-do list this season. Most families would always go for the staple food items during celebrations, like spaghetti or pansit, fruit salad or graham cake, and many more. Specialties like the Christmas ham will always be a hit this season, but these families would always show off their specialty dishes, especially when they have guests coming over, or they need to bring them for potluck.

Celebrity Chef Couple and Midea brand ambassadors, Rob and Sunshine Pengson are also excited for their Christmas feast at home. As people who dedicated their life in the culinary arts, they share some tips that could help people who are stressing out on planning for their feasts even before they start preparing them. “I believe that one of the most common mistakes that most people do in preparing for their Noche Buena is shopping without a menu in their mind,” Chef Rob says. “Always take time to sit down and plan out your menu in advance then make a corresponding list for it. This will help save time and money.”

“When done shopping for groceries, it is always a challenge to keep your ingredients fresh,” Chef Sunshine shares. “I like to portion everything as soon as I get home, so that they are kept in their own containers and can be prepared quickly.” When asked what their favorite dish is during Christmas, they shared that they always opt for what is traditional. “We like to stick to tried and tested classics, such as, baked ham, lechon, bibingka, puto bumbong, and the like.” They also pointed out that lechon should not be missed for the Christmas feast.

If people wanted to try something new for their Christmas feast the Chefs suggested that they should try a grilled ensaymada paired with spiced hot chocolate made in a Midea Safety Kettle.  It is called “safety kettle” because it responds to some of the risk of having an electric kettle at home. Midea’s Safety Kettle has a Sure-safe Double Wall Technology which keeps the exterior safe to touch while keeping the water warm for a longer period of time.  The Midea Safety Kettle could boil water two times faster compare to an electric stove top kettle and it is durable with high-quality stainless steel parts.

Preparing for a Christmas feast can be tedious and it somehow takes away the fun in having some guests at home because of all the exhaustion from cooking. “Get some outside help,” Chef Rob says. Don’t try to do everything yourself. This will leave you time for de-stressing, relaxing, and spending more time with your loved ones, which is what the holidays are all about.” And with the help of Midea’s lineup of kitchen appliances, such as their induction cooker, multi-purpose cooker, and microwave ovens, cooking a Christmas feast will be very easy and healthy at the same time.

People just need to make sure that they have more than enough leftovers, because the best compliment that anyone could give after the Christmas feast is, “Can I take home some leftovers?”

For more information on Midea’s products check out their website at http://midea.com.ph and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MideaPhilippines.


About Midea
Midea, one of the world's largest manufacturers of appliances, covers a complete range of products from electric kettles, washing machines, microwaves to large commercial air-conditioning systems. Thriving in over 150 countries, Midea has now arrived in the Philippines!

In partnership with Concepcion Industrial Corporation (CIC), Midea's global strength in the appliance industry infused with CIC's Integrity, Excellence and Total Customer Satisfaction give the world class brand a better understanding of the Filipino's needs.

Buy this Holiday Gift Idea the Limited Edition Scraper Mixer Pro™ in Cranberry



Create your own holiday goodies cakes, biscuits, bread and pastries truly scrumptious and overwhelmingly satisfying by preparing it professionally in the comforts of your own home kitchen or even at your bread shop. The Scraper Mixer Pro™ (BEM800) from Breville, Australia’s top kitchen brand, has come out with a limited edition Cranberry color.  Guaranteed to add excitement to your kitchen the new Scraper Mixer Pro™ Cranberry has the same powerful and effective efficiency. 

Engage the “Planetary” Mixing Action in its 4.7-liter mixing bowl with handle to replicate the mixing action used in patisseries and bakeries and get evenly-mixed batter, creamy icing and pliable dough. You can also adjust its 12 pre-programmed settings from slow kneading to rapid whipping and aerating, and use the count up and down kitchen timer with pause function to achieve that precise mixing result. The Scraper Mixer Pro™ Cranberry with its die-cast metal mixer body and stainless steel bowl also comes with extra wide attachments, such as the standard flat beater, wire whisk, dough hook and Breville’s innovation—the Scraper Beater, all for P27,000. 

The product is available online through Breville’s webstore (THE WOW STORE) and on display at selected outlets within Metro Manila. Purchase the Scraper Mixer Pro™ until December 31 and get a FREE 5Q extra bowl. This Christmas promo is available for cash & straight card transactions.  For more about Breville products, visit www.breville.com.ph or on Facebook.com/brevillephilippines


Thursday, December 22, 2016

Sing B4 U Buy: The Smarter Way to Choose a Videoke System



As the holiday season reaches full swing, having a videoke device will certainly make your parties merrier, grander! Now, if you're on the market for a new videoke device, choosing the right one can be daunting. The simple truth is, not all videoke machines are created equal.


For this reason, Grand Videoke, the leading name in the industry, mounted an advocacy called Sing B4 U Buy. The message is simple but important. Sing B4 U Buy encourages consumers to properly and thoroughly experience first-hand a videoke system before making a purchase. With that, Grand Videoke also gives some practical pointers for you to check for:


1.         Check the Song Library

While some claim to have thousands and thousands of songs, you'll be surprised to find out that a huge number of songs are actually duplicated - not just once but sometimes up to four times! With the Grand Videoke PLUS series, you get an extensive library of more than 6,000 built-in songs. No song is duplicated, no public domain songs included. All tracks are handpicked favorites - songs you actually want to sing!

2.         How Quickly Can You Find Songs?

Song searching can be a tedious process. While some videoke machines now offer on-screen searching through a remote control, this is still far from a seamless process. To remedy this, Grand Videoke Symphony 2.0 PLUS, the flagship of the series, offers the GeeVee™ Voice Command feature. By simply speaking the song title directly to your microphone, you can find your favorite song in just about 5 seconds.

3.         What is the Type of Storage Used?

Often ignored but no doubt one of the most important, the storage system used can determine the longevity of the device. External storage options such as optical discs (CDs or DVDs) and SD cards are more prone to damage and data corruption. That's why, Grand Videoke PLUS uses an internal memory storage system that is more secure. That means more peace of mind for you.

4.         How is the Song Quality?

A well-produced song is one that lets you hear the beautiful harmonious details. Grand Videoke PLUS, with its dedicated Dream Sound Module, is able to produce high-definition sound. Much care was devoted to song production, with some even featuring full orchestral accompaniment and back-up singers. It’s like starring in your major concert right at the comforts of your home.

5.         How is the Vocal Quality?

A good microphone must be able to reproduce your voice naturally and clearly. The Grand Videoke PLUS wireless microphone utilizes cardioid pro audio technology tuned for vocals. The result is clearer voice reproduction and better voice pick-up. Singing becomes an effortless and confidence-inspiring experience.

6.         Is it Well-Designed?

The words "sophistication" and "videoke" doesn't always go together. But Grand Videoke PLUS is set to change that perception. With its steam-injected piano black finish, the Grand Videoke PLUS exudes a premium look and feel. The unique clarinet-inspired wireless microphone is iconic - a conversation piece in and of itself.

So this holiday season, be smart and choose the right videoke brand that will bring you grander parties. Sing B4 U Buy!

To make your holidays even more wonderful, Grand Videoke is offering a free WOW Digital TV Box worth Php 1,500 for every purchase of Grand Videoke Symphony 2.0 PLUS (TKR-372MP PLUS). This promo runs from November 15, 2016 to January 15, 2017 and can be availed in participating dealers such as SM Appliance, Gadgets Hub at The SM Store, Astroplus, Odyssey, Robinsons Appliance, and other leading appliance and music stores. It can also be purchased online via Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) and The WOW Store (www.thewowstore.com.ph).

Monday, December 19, 2016

Be a wise spender during the holidays


You just got your much-awaited 13th month pay. You’re happy and very much eager to spend it on some things you’ve been longing to do—or buy—a couple of months earlier.

But hold your horses! As with any other things in this world, money will also disappear and will simply go to waste if you don’t spend it wisely. Temptations abound during the holidays so it’s best to think of ways on how to use your precious 13th month pay efficiently and wisely. You don’t want to end up with an empty wallet right after receiving your bonus, don’t you?

The Philippine Association of Legitimate Service Contractors (PALSCON), the country’s biggest group of service contractors that have provided decent and quality work to many Filipinos, said many fall to their impulses, especially those who will get their 13th month pay the first time. “It’s all about a bit of planning, knowing priorities when it comes to spending. I’ve seen many of our employees who go excited of becoming a ‘one-day millionaire’ once they lay their hands on their money, then feel sad once all of it are gone and they’ll ask themselves ‘what happened there?’” explains Rhoda Caliwara, President of PALSCON.


So it’s really best to sit down and think of what to do first with your bonus while it’s not yet with you, says Caliwara. That way, you’ll have a clear mind of what to do and how to do it when it comes to spending your hard-earned money. In short, plan.

The first thing to do is save, using part of the bounty as part of a savings fund that can hopefully earn enough via time deposits or special investment funds. These funds can help through times when spending on things such as tuition fee payments for the kids or even for a possible business venture.

You can also minimize your debt profile by paying them off, Caliwara said, though not really paying all of it in one go. It’s best to pay it a bit so as not to accrue on interest. It works for those with credit cards who pare down their expenses and at the same time pay their interest on time.
Aside from a possible business venture for those who may have an entrepreneurial mindset, allocating part of the bonus for use in special investment instruments, real-estate or even a family or personal car can be options, but first check if going into these investment choices is feasible given your financial capabilities. Evaluate. Assess. Rethink.

You can even save some of your bonus to build up emergency funds for unforeseen circumstances such as medical emergencies, whether your own or a family member, house repairs after a storm or disaster, or even for fixing your car after a sudden breakdown. There can be lots of other things you can put your saved money to good use. As they say, you can never tell if and when an emergency happens so it’s best to be ready.

But most of all, don’t forget about yourself. You can save some as a personal treat after being hard at work for a year and spending countless hours toiling in labor. You can never be accused of being a spendthrift if you want to enjoy on some things and be pampered. Treat it as a reward so you won’t feel deprived, more of a “me” time when it comes to your hard-earned money. You definitely deserve it.

“At PALSCON, we encourage our members to teach their employees the basics of financial literacy. It’s hard to get a job these days and even harder to earn decent pay so teaching their employees about spending wisely, especially during the holidays, is a good way of showing we care for our employees’ welfare. They should learn to preserve their riches for anything that can happen in the future. It’s all about being prepared—and being wise,” explains Caliwara.


For more about PALSCON, visit www.palscon.org or go to their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/palscon.ph or Twitter, twitter.com/palscon1987.

Saturday, December 10, 2016

Mekeni: 30 Years of Uplifting Filipino Lives



“A person’s measurement of success is not by how much money he has but by how much the same success affects other people. You cannot only look at your own success but also see that others around you succeed too.  Then you can say that you have succeeded in life.”  These are the words of Tatay Felix Garcia, founder of Mekeni Food Corporation.

For those who have seen the havoc wreaked upon by the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in 1991 it was devastatingly clear how Porac, Pampanga was almost wiped off the Philippine map. So creating jobs in the lahar-stricken town seemed like a crazy idea to most people.  But Tatay Felix and Imang Meding Garcia weren’t most people. They believed in sharing hope and creating a spark in the darkest moment of their lives. That spark ignited a light for the people of barrio Balubad, and transformed what was then an ashen ghost town into the thriving community that it is today. What they started 30 years ago is now being continued by their children and grandchildren.

More than producing world-class quality food products that continues to bring honor to the country, Mekeni Food Corporation is remembered and recognized as a Filipino family-oriented company that offered employment opportunities to the lesser privileged which contributed in building a happy, committed and productive community despite the major calamity.

Mekeni lives up to its name of always being open and welcoming. Through the years, they have gladly welcomed both challenges and opportunities, relying on their faith in their people and an even stronger faith in God. So whenever awards and recognitions are accorded to Mekeni, it is not only the company that takes pride in its own achievements but also the whole community shares in the joy and honor given. Because Mekeni believes that their best asset are the people who stick with them through thick and thin.

Now celebrating their 30th Year with the theme “30 Years of Uplifting Filipino Lives”, Mekeni continues its mission to provide employment opportunities and contribute to the improvement of life within and beyond the community.

In their recent thanksgiving celebration, Mekeni did not only celebrate their milestones, but also celebrated their employees' achievements. Promoting the value of the 5Rs in their people (Relationship, Respect, Result, Rewards and Recognition), they gave their outstanding employees awards and recognition for their excellent service to the company. Amazingly, some even beyond the call of duty! Group awards and recognition were given for the Best Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Best 5S Practitioners, HACCP/Food Safety Management System Team, Internal Audit Team, Safety & Health Committee, HR Point persons Team, Emergency Preparedness & Response team, 5S team, Mekeni Dancers, MFC Chorale, Best Delivery Team National Category, and Outstanding Factory Outlet Team. Individual awards and recognition were also given to the Most Outstanding Admin Personnel, Best Account Analyst, Perfect Attendance, Outstanding CSLM Support Personnel, Best Delivery Crew/Helper, Best Lead Delivery Crew/Helper, Best Delivery Driver, Best Cash & Goods Model, Service Excellence, and Loyalty Award for those who have been with the company for 10 years or more.

This is what makes Mekeni successful, they value their people and their contributions; showing them that they and their family are always part of Mekeni. In the same way, this is why the employees are happy to stay on, because they are all treated as valuable assets of the company.

In keeping with their thanksgiving party tradition, Mekeni did not let any of their employees to go home empty-handed. Everyone took home a sack of rice, assorted grocery items, and a pack of their Picnic Super Jumbo hotdog, all courtesy of the management. After many decades, Mekeni is still grateful for all the blessings that let the company continue this practice.

Lastly, Mekeni thanks all their valued customers in the Philippines and throughout the world where every Filipino have been served their delicious world-class quality products. It is through them that Mekeni continues to grow not only as a company but also as a community builder that will continue to provide opportunities and uplift poverty in the community that they serve. Truly, Mekeni is committed to be a partner of growth not only in the province where they built their reputable company, but also in the entire country where they have been happily and productively working with their dealers and distributors nationwide.

With their commitment to build people, Mekeni hopes and prays that they would sustain their passion, commitment, loyalty and pride in both triumph and challenges. It is their faith in their people and most of all their faith in God that makes them what they are now, 30 years of world-class quality food products and dedicated people.

Tuesday, December 6, 2016

A new perspective in laundry— Front Load Washing by Midea


Most Filipinos have gotten used to doing their laundry with a top load washing machine and rarely do they get a chance to try front load washing. While top load and front load washing machines do not have much of a difference in terms of performing well in doing the laundry, the difference rests on the added benefits that a front load washing machine may give to its consumers. It may cost a bit more than the conventional top load washing machines, but it makes up for it with the savings it gives on water and electricity.

Midea, the world’s largest manufacturer of consumer appliances, has a lineup of front load washing machines that Filipino families may enjoy having into their homes. These home friendly solutions offered by Midea are easy to use and consume just the right amount of water in every wash, rinse, and dry cycle, much like Midea’s Front Load Washer. It could have as much as 70% water savings on a complete cycle by using its Daily Wear setting. It only consumes 43L of water which is equivalent to Php 1. With the same setting, it only consumes 1278kWh of electrical consumption which is equivalent to just Php 2 and it ensures less fabric deterioration and damage.

The Front Load Washer could be paired with the Front Load Dryer and with its space saving feature, its surface can be used as a counter top. The dryer will come very convenient during rainy days because there is no need for sunshine and a clothesline to dry the clothes. It also makes it very friendly to those who are living in condominiums and ensures that clothes will always smell fresh. It could dry clothes in as fast as 40 minutes and consumers will only spend Php 10 in electrical consumption.

Midea’s iAdd Washing Machine would probably be the most user friendly front load washers in the lineup because of its top-of-the-line features that make doing laundry easier and worry-free. Its main feature is the iAdd Auto-Dosing Technology, the first of its kind here in the Philippines, which has an intelligent weighing system that regulates the amount of detergent and fabric softener depending on the weight of the laundry. This takes away the stress from monitoring whether there is too much or too little detergent and fabric softener while washing.

iAdd Washing Machine’s IntelliClean feature has 208 washing solutions for better cleaning, without having to worry about the setting of the cycle. Its Smart Save Inverter motor on the other hand reduces electrical consumption of up to 62% for a quick wash cycle. It also has an Auto Dryer Sensor that runs the ideal drying setting for the clothes, saving time, electricity, and saving clothes from over drying and shrinking.

With Midea’s lineup of Front Load Washers along with its features that are definitely friendly on  clothes, easy to use, and time and money-saving on every wash, Filipinos will not have to worry about their laundry and they will have fresh clothes to wear every time. 


For more information on Midea’s products check out their website at http://midea.com.ph and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MideaPhilippines.

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

GoSwift this Holidays with Acer and New Balance


With all the presented options nowadays, people’s choices when it comes to color, favorite apparel, design, even with gadgets has become so diverse that it became difficult to achieve just the right balance.

But worry no more for Acer brings the best holiday promo deals at everyone’s doorstep. An unexpected collaboration, Acer banded with New Balance, a Boston, Massachusetts-based athletic footwear and apparel manufacturer and one of the world’s best and most recognizable brands, so today’s generation can #GoSwift, be more sharp in their decision making, and help them get a quick grasp of their aspirations.

“Today’s generation of professionals are quick thinkers, loves to multitask, move swiftly and waste no time to reach their dreams. It is but fitting that for this holiday period, we give our loyal Acer users the necessary tools they’d need to achieve their desires in life the fastest and swiftest way possible,” says Acer Philippines Sales and Marketing Director Sue Ong-Lim.

“It’s nice for a change for New Balance to partner with a giant tech company such as Acer. Like Acer, we also strive to make people achieve their dreams through our innovative products, the same philosophy that Acer propagates. We hope that with Acer, we can help today’s generation achieve their own goals as well,” explains Nathan De Guzman, Marketing Lead, New Balance Philippines.

Reach your dreams in the swiftest manner by buying qualified Acer products until December 31, 2016 at participating stores nationwide and get a New Balance Gift Card worth P5,000 absolutely free.

The qualified Acer products include laptops, particularly the Acer Swift “S” series like the Swift 3, Swift 5 and the Swift 7, touted as the world’s thinnest and trendiest laptop. Other qualified laptops include those with either i5 or i7 Intel family of processors (S13, S7, Spin 3 and Spin 7).

To claim the New Balance Gift Card, just fill out the promo claim form and get the official receipt of your purchase from the store.  Submit these requirements together with cut-out of box serial number and two valid IDs.

For those claiming via email, submit a clear scanned copy of the Promo Claim Form, Original Receipt, cut out of box serial number and 2 valid IDs.

The New Balance Gift Card can be redeemed at Glorietta Makati, Festival Mall Alabang, Shangri-La EDSA Mall, Trinoma, Robinson’s Place Ermita, Alabang Town Center, Bonifacio High Street, and at Marquee Mall in Pampanga and Ayala Center Cebu. Redemption is until 60 days only from end of the promo period.

Other authorized Acer redemption areas are the Acer Service Center along President Quirino Ave., Extension, Paco, Manila, Acer Service Center along F. Cabahug corner Almendras Streets in Mabolo, Cebu City, and Acer Service Center at the ground floor of Ateneo de Davao University, 8016 Roxas Avenue, Davao City.

So #GoSwift every day by buying the Acer Swift series of laptops as you welcome the holiday season and even the new year and enjoy your New Balance Gift Card. You will surely be the talk of the town with the Acer laptop in hand, the country’s number 1 laptop for 10 years in a row.

For more about the Acer Swift devices and other Acer Philippines’ products, go to www.acer.com.ph, follow Acer via Twitter (twitter.com/acerphils) or www.Facebook.com/AcerPH.


Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Better sleep, better mornings, better tomorrows


Waking up to a great start in the morning may be one of the most wonderful feeling that most people in this fast-paced life rarely get. It is usually brought about by a really good break from stress the night before, or, an excitement for whatever they look forward to for the day ahead. Most importantly, great mornings come from having a good and sound sleep throughout the night. And having good quality sleep on regular days also brings great benefits to everyone’s disposition for the day ahead, especially with their performance at school or at work.

Imagine a mother waking up from good quality sleep. Having slept so well through the night, she will have more energy to prepare the whole family’s breakfast before sending them off for the day. Her husband will also be in a more positive disposition waking and will always be ready to take on another whole day’s worth of challenges at work. Kids on the other hand, could perform better at school because they will also have more energy to participate in class and take in all the lessons from all the lectures they will encounter through the day.

Uratex, the country’s leading manufacturer of quality foam and mattresses, is spearheading a campaign called “Ganda ng Gising,” which embodies the benefits of good sleep to inspire Filipinos in taking the value of good sleep so they could wake up happier and ready for the day and the world. Being the Sleep Specialists, their innovative sleep solutions bring out not only the pleasure in sleep, but also the Science in providing good quality sleep brought by the technologies they incorporate in every product in their line-up.

 “Wake up to better, brighter tomorrows with Uratex because you can do more and be more with good sleep,” urges Cherry Tan, Uratex Marketing Director. “Uratex is the Sleep Specialist that brings new innovation and research-based technology through better sleep solutions and products to its consumers.” Uratex carries an exceptional lineup of pillows and mattresses for superior sleep experience. “We will not stop until we give every Filipino a comfortable and affordable mattress to lie on,” Robert G. Cheng, founder of Uratex, once declared.

One of Uratex’s innovative sleep solutions that is suited for the whole family is its Airlite Cool Mattress. It has the Sleep Cool® technology that uses open cell foam which effectively lets the air flow freely. Its side panels uses 3D Spacer fabric which makes it more breathable, which gives a refreshed feeling while sleeping. Its comfort layers offer a medium firm feel, distributing the pressure evenly. And for added comfort, its main panel is covered with soft, knitted fabric. Mom, dad, and the kids will definitely feel refreshed when they wake up from a Uratex Airlite Cool Mattress and will be ready to face the day ahead in no time.

“As Sleep Specialists, we continue our efforts in bringing Filipino families sleep solutions that are geared towards improving the lives of our consumers,” Cherry Tan, Uratex Marketing Director said. “We will not stop innovating on our products, especially for those who have specific needs while they sleep, whether it is about their back problems or fatigue. Our goal has always been giving out the best sleep solutions out there for all Filipinos, and we will stand by this until our goals have been achieved.”


Check out and download Uratex’s newest “Ganda ng Gising” sticker pack for Viber and make chatting with family and friends online about sleep more fun.  For more information about Uratex visit their website at www.uratex.com.ph  or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/UratexPhilippines

Saturday, November 19, 2016

Acer Leads Chromebook Retail Segment with Nearly 50% Share in September

According to recent data from GfK and NPD Group, Acer has extended its lead over competitors in the worldwide Chromebook retail segment in September, reaching a share of nearly 50%1 in both shipments and revenue, and demonstrating a distant lead over the second player trailing at less than 20%.
Throughout 2016, Acer has launched a number of Chromebooks that have solidified its reputation as an innovator in the Chromebook category. These include the Acer Chromebook 14, which offers a leading battery life of up to 14 hours and a premium
These include the Acer Chromebook 14, which offers a leading battery life of up to 14 hours and a premium all-metal housing, the Acer Chromebook R 13, the world’s first 13.3-inch convertible Chromebook, and the Acer Chromebook 14 for Work, the first to feature 6th Generation Intel Core processors and Vibrant Corning Gorilla Glass.
Over the summer, Google announced that the Acer Chromebook R 11 would be among the first Chromebooks to rollout Google Play Store, which will allow people to enjoy their phone and tablet apps on a Chromebook. The R 11 was also named “the best Chromebook of 2016” by The Verge.

Thursday, November 17, 2016

The benefits of a wonder machine to a diabetic


Over the years, diabetes has become one of the top causes of death in the Philippines according World Health Organization’s 2012 statistical profile of the country. The International Diabetes Federation also notes that the Philippines has become one of the world’s emerging diabetes hotspots, ranking as the top 15 in the world for diabetes prevalence where 4 million people are diagnosed with the diseases, and possibly a large unknown number of those who are unaware that they have diabetes. While diabetes can be passed down through heredity, factors like having an unhealthy lifestyle and becoming overweight or obese may contribute in developing diabetes, especially those who are in their middle age or older.

Diabetes could be kept at bay, if people would just lead on to a better and a healthier lifestyle, like Lumen Tamayo who was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes after she gave birth to her second child. It wasn’t easy to take in at first, but she turned around all of these ill-feelings about her diabetes and used it as a motivation to lead a healthier lifestyle. As she started taking regular exercise and preparing more healthy meals for herself, she gained a more positive disposition in dealing with her diabetes. And knowing that stress could shoot up her sugar level, she got into short meditations to ease off the tension.

As she progresses through her struggle against diabetes, she was faced with yet another challenge in maintaining healthy routine, especially with her diet. She needs to take in six to nine servings of preferably raw fruits and vegetables every day, which is quite an overwhelming task to achieve. It takes a lot of time and effort to prepare all those fruits and vegetables, not to mention eating it with her regular meals makes it even harder to take in.

Fortunately, a friend of hers suggested that she ought to try green juicing and after consulting with her doctor about this plan, she went out to look for the most suitable juicer that fits her needs. That is when she found a “healthmate” and a versatile kitchen assistant with Matstone Multi-Purpose Slow Juicer. It was an easy pick for Lumen because of the wonderful things Matstone can do for her needs. This wonder machine could easily juice green leafy vegetables including its stems, much like malunggay, which Lumen usually include in her juice along with carrots, cucumbers, green apples, and native ampalaya that is known to help manage blood sugar levels.

It is the only slow juicer in the country that carries the horizontal design that is capable of reliable functionality, which guarantees that there will be no stuck up nor leakage while using this wonder machine. As a versatile kitchen assistant, having seven more functions aside from juicing— pasta maker, sorbet maker, milk extractor, ice shaver, grinder, and mincer— Lumen also uses Matstone as a vegetable slicer to prepare her diabetic-friendly wonder salad made from ampalaya, pineapple, and radish.

Lumen highly recommends the Matstone Multi-Purpose Slow juicer to anyone who needs a wonderful “healthmate” as they recover their health from diseases, or to those who want to prevent one from ever coming into their lives and lead a more healthy and vibrant lifestyle.

For those who want to have their own wonder machine at home, MATSTONE® Horizontal Slow Juicer is offering PhP 2,500 discount for cash and straight transactions. This Wonder Holiday promo runs from October 20 to December 31, 2016 and can be availed from participating dealers such as Rustan’s True Value, SM Home, SM Appliance, Landmark, Anson’s , All Home, Abensons, Handyman and other leading stores nationwide. PER DTI FTEB-SPD Permit No. 11699 Series of 2016.

MATSTONE® Horizontal Slow Juicer is exclusively distributed by IAJ Wellness Corporation and is available in all leading appliance and specialty stores nationwide. To know more about MATSTONE® Horizontal Slow Juicer, testimonials, and healthy recipes, visit their website at www.matstone.com.ph and follow them on Facebook (@MatstoneJuicerPhilippines) and Instagram (@matstoneph).