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Beat the Summer Heat with Healthy Beverages

With summer being officially here, keeping your self hydrated and healthy is something that we need to last the scorching heat, so aside from water who does not hold as much appeal anymore. One of the best ways to quench your thirst is to prepare refreshing drinks that will let you stay cool this season. While there are many available refreshments you can make for your family, it pays to ensure that you give them not just cold, sweet drinks but also some essential nutrients. To help you achieve healthy and family-friendly drinks, Santé Barley listed three fun and exciting refreshments that are sure to provide a cool way to beat the summer heat. Santé Barley Choco Drink Whip out your blender and take advantage of this easy-to-make drink as you can never go wrong with its chocolatey goodness, especially this time of the year. What you need to prepare: One sachet Choco Barley 6 ounces (177 mL) water or milk 8 sachets of Santé Pure Barley (24g) 6 ice cubes Three

5 Must-Haves for a Perfect Beach Adventure

Are you planning to go on a beach adventure? Me? I'm almost done packing our things for our weekend beach trip. With the weather temperature in Manila ranging around 40-45 degrees Celsius, I can't blame anyone if people just go pack their bags and visit the nearest beaches in the city. You don't need to exhaust your self before getting to that beach due to packing your things, it's better to pack wisely, remember to bring all the things you will need the most in your beach adventure . Clothes and toiletries are the basic things. With this being said, here are 5 of the must-haves for a perfect beach adventure. 1. Smartphone for Perfect Selfies  The Vivo V9 Velvet Red has a 6.3-inch FullView™ Display for a better smartphone screen experience. Photo from vivo.com Never leave for a trip without your smartphone! Well, that is unless you are trying to get off the grid. Your smartphone can be your ultimate travel buddy that will document your getaways

I am a strong woman because a strong woman raised me!

When people asked me about my family, I simply answer them with a smile. I've never been ashamed but always been proud of how my mom did her best to raise me. I'm a product of a broken family,  My nanay got pregnant when she was only 19. She became a single mom at an early age doing the responsibility of a mother and father at the same time. After finishing all house chores and taking care of me, she even went houses to offer comics that can be rented, she never thought twice as she knew that at that point she needed to do something to raise me, help herself and her family. I can still remember her waking up early to help my grandmother in selling breakfast in our front yard. At the age of 5, I can still remember that day that my mom left to work overseas and I was left with my grandparents to look after me. Like most kids who grew up having their parents abroad, I knew the pain of growing alone, looking for the affection a mother can give at times I need it

Fiery Style: Experience the Modern Mexican taste in Newport City

I am not a fan of Mexican food, but that could have been due to those restaurants that I have dined that promises  "authentic and delicious dining experience" but ended up with a regretful dining experience A close friend recommended to try Fiery Style in Resorts World and I was not disappointed, although you really need to wait for the food to be served, I can say the wait was worth, I've read some bad reviews but I am glad that I still tried coz I definitely had a different and pleasant experience. Place 4/5 A combination of Modern design and Mexican ambiance with perfect lighting not too bright in the eyes and not too dim for you to appreciate the color of the food and the Mexican styled designs, perfect for food selfies. Although the place was kind of hiding from the sight of possible customers, they have courteous usherettes that will guide you to where the restaurant is and is more than willing to take your orders. Chairs are kinda compressed due

Treat the special women in your life to a great meal this Mother’s Day

Mothers play a significant role in society and in our daily lives. Indeed, these selfless and determined women are our best cheerleaders and will never give up on us! And there is one special day,  every second Sunday of May, when we express our gratitude for their sacrifice and unconditional love – Mother’s Day! Why not take that upcoming day to cherish her? Treat the ladies of the month to a delectable food experience without leaving the comfort of your home – since it is the small and daily things that truly count! Ditch the traditional gimmicks and celebrate your love for food at home by ordering something hot and fresh straight to your doorsteps. foodpanda, the on-demand online food delivery service in the country – available in Manila, Cebu and Davao, offers the easiest delivery of your favorite food and cuisine from over 400 restaurants, be it American, Italian and Japanese. In a few easy steps, you can order whatever you’re craving!  And to honor every mom this

Let's Celebrate #NationalSuperMomsDay2018 at SM Supermalls

Mother's carries us in their womb for nine months.They go through a long hours of pain during labour.The gave up their sleep, time and their space but they give their children undying love and support. Sometimes we often do forget to say " I love and "Thank you" to the silent superhero inside our home. This coming Mother's Day is a great way to show our love and appreciation to the awesome woman in our life.  Mother's Day is known to be the second most popular holiday for gift-giving following Christmas as people continue tondedito d this occasion to express their love towards their mothers and mother figure worldwide. This year, you can make this celebration more special by bringing your mom to her favorite SM Supermalls for an awesome day of pampering and treats as SM Supermalls delights shoppers with #NationalSupermoms Day 2018 on May 13, Sunday with a fun-filled activities, deals, and finds in all 69 SM Malls nationwide. Before the

Mom always comes first at Festival Mall

Celebrate your family milestones and unforgettable moments together this coming Mother's Day at Festival Mall. Some superheroes are not wearing capes, one of them is our moms. Expressing our utmost love and appreciation for our mothers requires more than just one day to celebrate. That’s why at Festival Mall in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, there’s a month’s worth of celebrations made especially for the strongest, most hardworking and caring women in our lives! Treat your mothers this coming Mother's Day to a shopping spree with great deals on fashion, beauty, wellness, and home products at Home Sweet Home, held every day until May 16,  at the Upper Ground Floor Carousel Court. On Mother’s Day, May 13, all mommies can get a Glammed Up makeover for free! Just by presenting a receipt with a minimum purchase of P750 from any Festival Mall and River Park tenant, and moms can have their hair and makeup done and a solo portrait taken at the Upper Ground Floor Expansion

Reward your Mom with what she loves at Marriott Cafe

When is the last time you've said " I love you " and "Thank you" to your mom? Mothers went through a long hours of labours. They are the one who influence our lives the most. They showed their undying love and support to their children. Sometimes. . . we forget to say " thank you " to the wonderful woman in our lives. This coming Mother's Day lets show them our love and rewards our moms with what she loves the most. Marriott Hotel Manila says it’s because she always, if not most of the time, gets things right. For this reason, Marriott stages a fantastic Mother’s Day celebration as a rightful reward she deserves. If you agree to this, come on down to this lavish fete at Marriott Café on May 13, and choose either on brunch at Php 2,900 or dinner at Php 2,700. Aside from the sumptuous spread to delight her, Marriott is staging a “Price is Right”-inspired game with amazing prizes from brands she adores. Fittingly named as “Mom is Right”,

What's the best way to fuel up a conversation? Do it over a great cup of coffee

Coffee is an energy booster. It's great idea to do while you're catching up with your pals or into long chats.It's also one of the awesome date ideas. You can start a nice conversation while sipping your favorite blend of coffee without making a hole in your pocket. McCafé can make conversations more enjoyable with its perfectly balanced brews. Made from meticulously selected 100% Arabica beans, McCafé offers premium quality coffee goodness with deliciously balanced flavors and sold at an affordable price. No matter what floats your boat, McCafé has a range of coffee to match your taste any time of the day. Savor the bold flavor and smoothness of McCafé Premium Roast Coffee, which is available ala carte for only P29. If you want to cool down, the McCafé Iced Coffee is the perfect coffee drink for you. For just P39, you can get McCafé Iced Coffee to experience its mix of sweet and creamy goodness. Looking for something even sweeter and cooler? Break the ice with t

How to treat your oven right: Six range care tips you might not know

If you have passion for baking or you just simply wanted to have something roasted most of the time, the most trusty companion that we have is our oven.  Thinking of all the heavy duty work that our oven does, it deserves proper care and usage for it to last. Ovens are made to withstand years of use, with some brands, such as La Germania, having the reputation of being so durable that units can even be passed on from one generation to the next. With the proper care, an oven range should give you and your family countless happy memories. So we’re sharing these little-known tips to ensure that you bolster your oven’s natural longevity with some much-needed TLC. Watch out for signs of excessive condensation.  It’s natural for an oven door to have some moisture on it as food cooks, but watch out for excessive “sweat”. This usually indicates that your oven may have a faulty door gasket. A gasket is a mechanical component that regulates the proper temperature in your oven

Creations by Lourd Ramos in BGC

According to the saying, Invest in your hair because it is the crown that you never take off. A few weeks ago I was invited to witness the opening of the newest branch of Creations by Lourd Ramos Salon in BGC. Bringing beauty and creativity in the business district. Creations by Lourd Ramos is one of the well known Hair and Make-up Salon in the Philippines, with different branches nationwide, providing wonderful creations and exceeding expectations, no wonder he's opening another branch to cater more customer. I was really excited to try their services. This is my hair before the treatment. I was hesitant the day before I received the invitation whether to try the services or not, due to my previous salon experience. A short story about the nightmare on one of the salons where I had my hair treatment prior. My hair was chemically damaged. Leaving my hair dry, dull-looking. Actually, I look like an adult version of " Merida" as you can see in the picture afte

A Foodie Guide to the Visayas with Go Hotels

The Visayas region consists of beautifully scattered islands blessed with diverse cultures, majestic beaches and warm people that will keep you coming back. But aside from these, one thing that makes all its islands worth flying for is the glorious food, which is the highlight of—if not the reason for—traveling here. From foods that originally came from the region to the reimagined classics, hopping off from one Visayan island to another offer great experiences for the senses and especially for the stomach! Are you a foodie traveler? Cross some Visayan food from your bucket list! Here are some Visayan provinces that will give you a taste of an unforgettable vacation: Bacolod: The Land Origin of Chicken I nasal The famous Masskara Festival in Bacolod | Photo by Leonardo Villasis Bacolod City, the capital of Negros Occidental, is home to the vivacious Masskara Festival and vast sugar plantations. That is why it’s dubbed as the City of Smiles – a place where festi