The Kitchen Mom by dhess

  Almost every Filipino neighborhood has one. A sari-sari store tucked beside a family home. A small storefront where neighbors stop to buy everyday essentials, catch up with one another, or quickly pay for load before heading home. For decades, these community businesses have quietly become part of daily life across the Philippines, built through trust, consistency, and relationships formed one customer at a time. Today, many of these small businesses are evolving together with the communities they serve. Some now offer bills payment, cash-in and cash-out services, and mobile load in addition to traditional store items. Others have expanded into online selling, using digital tools to help manage transactions and support growing negosyo needs. For entrepreneurs like Nemia Rontal in Bocaue, Bulacan and Wilma Manalastas, adapting to these changes became part of growing their negosyo while creating more stability for their families through Maya Business. Before becoming one of the tru...

MANILA, Philippines, 29 May 2026 – Leading Philippines-based residency-by-investment consultancy Golden Visa Centrale (GVC) kicks off its June Roadshow, highlighting a comprehensive look at premier opportunities in Portugal and Greece. Join the more than 400 families who have started their golden visa applications and enhance your global mobility. Vicky Luis, Co-founder and President of Golden Visa Centrale, will lead the sessions, providing detailed insights into each program’s residency benefits and investment potential: Portugal: Invest €500,000 in a private equity fund backed by prime real estate in Lisbon’s central business district. This offers a pathway to citizenship in five years with a minimal stay requirement of just seven days per year. Greece: Invest €250,000 in a property in Athens, located in the upscale Kastella neighborhood overlooking the Port of Mikrolimano. This prime location offers a vibrant lifestyle filled with Mediterranean charm and provides a strategic blend ...

  For many franchisees of TGP, building a business began with a practical goal: to create a stable livelihood for their families. But over time, their decision to franchise became more than a path to growth. It became a way to serve communities by helping make affordable medicine more accessible to the people who need it most. For franchise owners in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija and Bacolod City, their TGP journey was shaped by the same questions many aspiring entrepreneurs ask: What do you want to build? What kind of life do you want for your family? How can you create something that truly makes a difference? In Cabanatuan City, husband and wife Jul and Beverly De Guzman were already managing small businesses before joining TGP. What drew them to the brand was its clear sense of purpose. “Before joining TGP, my wife and I were already running small businesses together. We were young, learning, and trying to figure out what kind of work truly mattered to us,” said Jul De Guzman. “W...

  Mother’s Day doesn’t have to be grand to be meaningful. Often, it’s the simplest moments, shared meals, easy conversations, and time spent together at home that moms remember most. This year, families can celebrate in ways that feel warm and thoughtful. With a few everyday favorites, even the most low-key plans can turn into something special. Here are three easy ways to make Mother’s Day more meaningful: Share a Home-Cooked Meal That Brings Everyone Together There’s something comforting about gathering around the table to share a homemade meal. This Mother’s Day, take the time to cook for mom, or better yet, prepare and cook a simple dish together. Make a household favorite pasta dish featuring El Real Pasta and feast with the family to turn the experience into one that everyone will remember. Turn Everyday Merienda into Quality Time A relaxed merienda, with no agenda, just good company and some sweet treats can make family bonding time more memorable. Spending quality time wit...

  IYKYK: Documenting your daily life is a kind of magic in itself. Whether it’s capturing short clips of small moments at a coffee shop or going full production with your food dump at one of your newly discovered restos, being your own content creator is an adventure you wouldn’t want to miss out on. Another day, another vlog. Who would have thought that saving memories of your seemingly ordinary day-to-day life could make your everyday routine feel more fun and exciting? Hey, hey, hey, it’s your favorite mall here! Welcome to a day in the life with your most-loved SM Supermalls. Come spend a day walking through all the best new discoveries here in Luzon, chosen All For You! 9:30 AM: Morning Treats & Cozy Vibes Start your day right with an early morning drift. Sip on your favorite coffee, nibble on freshly made desserts, and soak in all the Instagrammable corners of these content-worthy hangout spots. Start your day on a sweet note with the first J.CO Reserve in Bulacan at SM C...

  Gather your crew for pickleball, runs, and refreshing coolers to beat the heat MANILA, Philippines, 21st April 2026 – This summer, your most-loved SM Supermalls turn up the energy with experiences designed for every kind of barkada. At the heart of it all is the SM Active Hub—a growing community of movers, players, and fitness enthusiasts—bringing together activities that let you truly Gala To The Max. Dive into Summer Play with the SM Active Hub The SM Active Hub brings the community together, where every step, sprint, and shared moment lets you Gala To The Max with a maxed-out experience at SM Supermalls. The SM Active Hub sets the tone for a season filled with movement, connection, and fun. Fresh from celebrating its first anniversary with a series of activities across select SM malls last April 11 to 12, the community continues to build momentum with even more ways to stay active all summer long. Whether you're picking up a new sport or leveling up your routine, the SM Active...

  This Labor Day, SM continued empowering community opportunities as multiple Job Fairs were mounted across 15 venues nationwide. This brought together 650 employers and 17,400 jobseekers, with more than 1,000 Filipinos hired on the spot—a powerful reflection of how accessible, community-based platforms can deliver real employment outcomes. But beyond the numbers are real stories—of courage, determination, and new beginnings. Across multiple SM malls, thousands of Filipinos walked in carrying resumes—and walked out with something more: real opportunities, renewed confidence, and for many, a fresh start. The SM Job Fair once again served as a platform for employment, connecting jobseekers, employers, and government partners in one convenient, community-centered space at their most-loved SM Supermalls. For jobseekers like France Barcial and Mark Andrei Jimenez the experience was life-changing. “Hindi ko po expected na ngayon din ako matatanggap, bakasakali lang po” he shared, holding...