Author: Press Release

Masters of horror James Wan, Jason Blum join forces for Insidious: the Red Door

Aside from reuniting the original cast of the first Insidious film, original producers James Wan and Jason Blum are also back in Insidious: The Red Door, to bring the Lambert family’s terrifying saga to an epic conclusion. The final chapter of the blockbuster horror franchise opens exclusively in cinemas July 5.

Watch the film’s trailer below:

When last we met the Lambert family, at the end of Insidious: Chapter 2, astral projectors Josh (Patrick Wilson) and Dalton (Ty Simpkins) had survived multiple trips into The Further. Dalton had been kidnapped by a demon… Josh had rescued him, only to be trapped in The Further while a ghost possesses his body in our world… that ghost, in Josh’s body, had rampaged through his house, trying to kill his family… and Dalton had ventured back into The Further to find his real father and bring him back.

“Alongside James Wan, we went to some crazy places in the Insidious movies, but I think the reason they connected was that we started with a loving family,” says Jason Blum, who produces the franchise. “Just about everyone who starts a family does it with the best of intentions, hoping to create that warm, comforting, safe space with the people we love – and then, just about all of us discover that most families are complicated in one way or another. For some of us, that means years of therapy. For others, it means fighting a demon in a nightmare dreamscape.”

Patrick Wilson in Screen Gems Insidious: The Red Door

Insidious: The Red Door marks the directorial debut of Patrick Wilson who says the time was right to take the helm of his first feature film. “I hadn’t really entertained the idea of doing an Insidious movie, but when it was presented to me, it felt like an incredible gift. I deeply care about this franchise, and I knew I would be protected – that Blumhouse believed in me as an actor and as a person, and that they would gather the best team they could for me. And James Wan and I have discussed filmmaking for a number of years.”

In directing for the first time, Wilson says that it was Wan – his Insidious, Conjuring, and Aquaman director – who set the mold by setting an example. “The one thing that James would tell me over and over was, ‘Make it yours. It’s your movie. What story do you want to tell? You’re the one who’s going to be living with it.’ You better have some passion and understanding for the story you want to tell.”

Jason Blum has produced lucrative, iconic, genre franchises like Halloween, Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Happy Death Day, Sinister, and The Purge, among several others. Most recently, Blumhouse released the box office juggernauts M3GAN and The Black Phone.

Meanwhile, James Wan is regarded as one of the most creative filmmakers working today. Breaking into the international film world as co-creator of Saw. Wan is a visionary with a dynamic career directing both studio and independent films in genres including horror, superhero, action, thriller, adventure, mystery, and fantasy. He is a world-builder pioneering no fewer than six franchises – Aquaman, The Conjuring, Insidious, Saw, Mortal Kombat – and M3GAN, the sci-fi horror/thriller that became an instant global hit and began the M3GAN universe, all of which captured the zeitgeist of the moment around the world.

In Insidious: The Red Door, the horror franchise’s original cast returns for the final chapter of the Lambert family’s terrifying saga. To put their demons to rest once and for all, Josh (Patrick Wilson) and a college-aged Dalton (Ty Simpkins) must go deeper into The Further than ever before, facing their family’s dark past and a host of new and more horrifying terrors that lurk behind the red door.

The original cast from Insidious is back with Patrick Wilson (also making his directorial debut), Ty Simpkins, Rose Byrne and Andrew Astor. Also starring Sinclair Daniel and Hiam Abbass. Produced by Jason Blum, Oren Peli, James Wan and Leigh Whannell. The screenplay is written by Scott Teems from a story by Leigh Whannell, based on characters created by Leigh Whannell.

Insidious: The Red Door is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #InsidiousMovie

June 14, 2023
McDonald’s Philippines Hiring 20,000 Employees to Support Growth in 2023

With now close to 60,000employees to date, McDonald’s Philippines—under its master franchise holder and owner Dr. George T. Yang and President and CEO Kenneth S. Yang—will be providing over 20,000 career opportunities to Filipinos as it continues to open more stores all over the country. “With every new store that we open, we are able to provide employment opportunities in local communities where the store is located. We directly hire all our people and do not practice contractualization. This has always been the way we hire our people since our chairman, Dr. George T. Yang opened the 1st McDonald’s in the Philippines in Morayta, Manila in 1981—and it is something that we will continue to do. We believe that if our people working in the restaurants have job security first, it will allow them to focus and do well in their job of serving our customers. ” said Kenneth S. Yang, President and CEO of McDonald’s Philippines.

More than job security, McDonald’s Philippines takes pride in the world-class training it provides its people, making them competitive in the industry as they get to learn global systems and processes in restaurant service. Through a robust learning and development curriculum, McDonald’s employees are able to not just learn life-long skills but grow and progress in the company.

McDonald’s employees also receive annual salary increases, insurance, hospital and medical benefits, special employee discounts, and other allowances.

According to the fast-food chain, priority areas for hiring Management Trainees are Nueva Ecija, Isabela, Montalban, Dumaguete, Bacolod, Makati, Manila, Quezon City, Pampanga, Tagaytay, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Lucena and Pasig City. Priority areas for crew members are Parañaque, Manila, Pasay, Pasig, Marikina, Taytay, Antipolo, Kidapawan, and Davao City.

Equal Opportunity Employer

McDonald’s Philippines takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer, providing career opportunities to working students and Filipinos from all walks of life—regardless of background, age, gender, or sexual orientation.

From the crew room to the boardroom, the quick service restaurant (QSR) giant is driven by a good representation of women with more than 50% taking vital positions and leadership roles.

Along with providing regular employment, McDonald’s Philippines also ensures a safe and inclusive workplace that allows its people to thrive. As one of the country’s biggest employers, McDonald’s Philippines champions equity where all employees, whether in its head office or stores, have equal access to training and development and advancement opportunities.

McDonald’s extends this to more members of the community with programs like WIP or Workforce Immersion Program. WIP provides training for Senior High School students by allowing them firsthand experience of the fast food industry and its operations; the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), where McDonald’s helps in providing jobs for underprivileged students and out-of-school youth through employing them to become McDonald’s crew members. Since adopting SPES in 2011, McDonald’s has provided 16,319 Filipino youth with employment opportunities.

In partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Philippine Business for Education (PBEd), McDonald’s Alternative Workforce Program offers work-based training positions for 5,000 unemployed and out-of-school youths through YouthWorksPH to provide beneficiaries with financial knowledge, skills, and access to resources necessary to effectively manage finances through adulthood.

Among the Philippines’ best employers

McDonald’s Philippines was also recognized as one of the Philippines’ best employers in the inaugural list of The Philippines’ Best Employers for 2023 by the Philippine Daily Inquirer and international market research firm Statista. The list shared a ranking of the country’s top-rated employers as evaluated by their employees.

“We are thrilled to have been named as one of the country’s best employers for 2023. This is not just a testament to our commitment, and the work we have done for our people, but it is also a challenge for us to always be a step better to bring out the best in them,” said Margot B. Torres, Managing Director, McDonald’s Philippines.

With more new store openings slated this 2023, McDonald’s Philippines will continue serving the communities they operate in to ensure its people — crew and customers alike, can continue enjoying more feel-good moments with McDonald’s.

For more information, visit the McDonald’s Careers Facebook Page (McDo PH Careers FB Page) or McDonald’s Philippines LinkedIn to check out career opportunities with McDonald’s Philippines.

June 14, 2023
Rex Orange County Announces Live in Asia 2023 Tour

Rex Orange County returns to the road this fall for the Live in Asia 2023 Tour including one show in Manila on October 8 at Araneta Coliseum. Kicking off September 15 and running through October 21, the run of dates sees Rex performing across New Zealand, Australia, and Asia, making stops in Manila, Hong Kong, Taipei, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok.

Promoted by AEG Presents Asia & Insignia Presents, tickets to Rex Orange County Live in Asia 2023 Manila are priced from PHP 3,180 to PHP 4,770 (prices are exclusive of online fees).

General on sale will take place on Friday, June 16 at 11AM via www.InsigniaPresents.com or at TicketNet outlets nationwide.

The tour marks Rex’s inaugural headline shows across Asia and includes long awaited dates in some of his biggest streaming markets.

The dates follow Rex’s 2022 multi-city run in North America that saw Rex performing sold-out shows at iconic venues including The Hollywood Bowl, Forest Hills Stadium, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and a sold-out hometown performance at Gunnersbury Park in London to 20,000 people.

Last year, Rex released his latest album, WHO CARES?, which charted #1 in the UK, #2 in Australia, and #5 in the US. The record includes stand-out songs such as “AMAZING,” “THE SHADE,” “KEEP IT UP,” and “OPEN A WINDOW” featuring Tyler, The Creator, marking the first time the two have collaborated since Tyler’s 2017 album Flower Boy. Complex praised the album in their ‘Best of 2022 So Far’ list, calling it “sobering, uplifting, fun, and honest all at the same time, making for a great addition to his expanding catalog.” He followed suit with the release of his single “THREAT,” which was heralded by The New York Times as “a tender take on self-doubt.”

Rex Orange County Live in Asia 2023 Tour Dates

Oct 8 – Manila, PH @ Araneta Coliseum
Oct 10 – Hong Kong, HK @ Star Hall
Oct 12 – Taipei, TW @ Zepp New Taipei
Oct 14 – Jakarta, ID @ Beach City International Stadium
Oct 17 – Singapore, SG @ Star Theatre
Oct 18 – Kuala Lumpur, MY @ Zepp KL
Oct 21 – Bangkok, TH @ Moonstar Studio 1

Rex Orange County Live in Asia 2023 Manila

Date: Sunday, October 8, 2023
Venue: Araneta Coliseum

Ticket Prices: PHP 3,180 to PHP 4,770 ( prices are exclusive of online fees )
Ticketing: www.InsigniaPresents.com or at TicketNet outlets nationwide

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June 14, 2023
“No Hard Feelings”, starring Jennifer Lawrence, marks the return of raunchy comedies

One night during dinner, Jennifer Lawrence asked her friend, writer-director Gene Stupnitsky what he was currently working on.

Stupnitsky, a former co-head writer for The Office and writer/director of the hit comedy Good Boys, shared his inspiration: a real-life Craigslist post that producers Marc Provissiero and Naomi Odenkirk had found.

And thus No Hard Feelings was born.

In No Hard Feelings, Jennifer Lawrence plays Maddie who, on the brink of losing her childhood home, discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy co-produced by Lawrence, opens across Philippine cinemas June 21.

Watch the red band trailer below:

During that dinner, as Stupnitsky shared what the Craigslist post was about, Lawrence just couldn’t help cracking up. “That made me laugh extra hard, because we were having martinis,” says Lawrence. “I said, ‘Whatever you write, I’d love to read it.’ And then I read the funniest script I’ve ever read.”

To help him develop the project, Stupnitsky brought on producer Alex Saks. “Every time I read a new version of the script, it was like unwrapping a present,” she says. “Gene and [co-writer] John Phillips are always pushing for better, funnier, smarter, more grounded in character, and that’s why the script is as good as it is – they just don’t settle for what works – they always strive to push it further.”

What was Stupnitsky’s first question in writing a movie inspired by the outrageous Craigslist ad – in which some overprotective parents sought a young woman to seduce their incredibly shy and awkward son to prep him for college? “My first question was, ‘What type of parents would do this?’ My second question was ‘What’s going on in the life of a woman who responds to it?’” he says. His co-writer Phillips came up with the idea of making it “helicopter parents, and that is when everything fell into place,” continues Stupnitsky. Specifically with Lawrence in mind, Stupnitsky and Phillips wrote the character of Maddie, who, in No Hard Feelings, answers a similar ad.

“She’s a spirited, kind-hearted, fun-loving, bold, funny lady,” says Lawrence of Maddie, “but she’s also desperate. She is desperate to save her mother’s home, but the taxes keep going up, and it’s getting harder and harder for locals to maintain living wages.”

When the opportunity with Percy, played by Andrew Barth Feldman, arises, Maddie’s financial difficulties have reached a breaking point. Now, she has one summer to get the painfully uncool 19-year-old to come out of his shell – or she’ll lose everything important to her.

For the comedy to work, the writers made sure to strike the balance of making the comedy wild and outrageous, but also grounded and real.

Jennifer Lawrence produces and stars in No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy from director Gene Stupnitsky (Good Boys) and the co-writer of Bad Teacher.

On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie (Lawrence) discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing.

Opening in cinemas June 21, No Hard Feelings is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #NoHardFeelings

June 14, 2023
Moms Celebrate Baby’s First Milestones with Aveeno Baby

Every mom knows the magic of the moment when you finally meet your baby, when you hold that baby in your arms and realize that your world has changed forever. You do everything to keep them safe and happy as your maternal instinct kicks in. From their first giggles to their very first playdate in the park, and that unforgettable trip to the beach, you eagerly anticipate and celebrate each precious milestone.

But those first moments also come with worry, hoping that you can protect them from anything that can harm them, especially with their delicate sensitive skin. Many parents are held back by these worries, avoiding certain activities or being hesitant to let their baby try new things, fearing that it will lead to dryness and itchiness.

Introducing Aveeno Baby–your trusted partner, always by your side as you navigate this incredible journey of motherhood. Their products are formulated to strike the perfect balance between science and nature, carefully crafted using safe ingredients. With Aveeno Baby, you can care for, wash, and comfort your little one every day without a single worry.

“With Aveeno Baby, our mission is to empower moms to wholeheartedly embrace their precious moments with their babies. By offering products that deliver rapid relief from the very first use, we are confident that moms can treasure their baby’s milestones without any concerns or worries about their baby’s sensitive skin,” says Cammie Jimenez, brand manager of Aveeno Baby Philippines.

Watch your little one grow and thrive, while you embrace each first moment with complete confidence. With Aveeno Baby by your side, you can rest assured that your baby will be tenderly nurtured and cared for, allowing you to focus on what truly matters.

Gentle care for delicate skin

Experience and cherish every milestone with your little one, with the help of Aveeno Baby. Their gentle, yet, effective Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Wash & Shampoo contains Natural Colloidal Oatmeal known for its soothing and nourishing properties, to give your baby’s skin the extra care it needs. Specifically made for babies with sensitive skin, it gently cleanses without drying out their skin, leaving a light, fresh fragrance.

After bathing, make sure to lock in the moisture by applying Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream. Its formula contains Natural Colloidal Oatmeal and Portulaca Extract, which not only locks in moisture, but also provides rapid soothing relief for baby’s sensitive skin from first use. Enable your baby to have soft, smooth, and healthy skin by using Aveeno Baby–a highly recommended brand by both dermatologists and pediatricians.

Enjoy baby’s firsts with complete confidence, knowing that Aveeno Baby can provide immediate relief and comforting protection for your baby’s sensitive skin. Aveeno Baby products are available at all major online and in-store retailers, and on our official stores via Shopee and Lazada pages.

For more information on Aveeno Baby, visit Aveeno’s website at www.aveeno.com.ph and follow Aveeno on their social media pages @AveenoPH.

June 14, 2023
Ocean Month 2023: Embrace ‘Human Nature’ and Prioritize Our Oceans

Our unique blue planet is 70% water, and more than 95% of life on Earth is aquatic. Astoundingly, our oceans are responsible for absorbing 90% of global warming’s heat and 30% of CO2 emissions, while providing over half the oxygen we breathe. However, despite our dependence on the oceans, their health is declining due to increasing plastic waste, a crisis impacting the globe.

With an acute awareness of its environmental footprint, the social enterprise Human Nature is ramping up its commitment to sustainability. They aim to embed the care of our oceans into the ‘human nature’ of every Filipino.

The Battle of Our Age: Convenience Versus the Environment

Our reliance on single-use plastics is a pressing issue in the Philippines. Within a take-make-dispose economy, Filipinos utilize approximately 212 million sachets, shopping bags, and plastic bottles daily. This spotlights the tight spot consumers find themselves in, choosing between convenience and the environment.

Who is currently taking the lead?

An interview in June 2023 revealed a disheartening truth. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) conceded that the Philippines is losing the war against single-use plastics. DENR Undersecretary Jonas Leones reported that the country generates 61,000 metric tonnes of solid waste per day, 12% of which is plastic. This is equivalent to 7,090 metric tonnes, roughly the size of 63 blue whales. According to Our World in Data, the Philippines contributes over a third of the ocean’s plastic pollution.

Embedding Ocean Care into ‘Human Nature’

Like today’s youth, Human Nature understands the necessity of ocean conservation. Consequently, they continually develop strategies to be part of the solution. Moreover, they create initiatives that loyal customers can also participate in and contribute to.

With the support of its customers, Human Nature has successfully kept about 37 tonnes of plastic bottles (over one-third the size of a blue whale) out of the ocean. This translates to over 1.2 million pieces of 200ml and 2.7 million pieces of 50ml bottles saved as of May 2023.

You can join Human Nature’s mission to decrease plastic waste through these initiatives:

REFUSE THE BOTTLE

Human Nature encourages its consumers to switch to solid and go plastic bottle-free! What started with shampoo bars in 2019 has now expanded to solid format variants for its personal care, home care, and beauty categories.

Both of Human Nature’s bar and powder products are natural, effective, and free from harmful chemicals. It is also a bang for the buck as shoppers can save money while being allies for the ocean. In fact, one 35g shampoo bar is equal to a 250ml bottle of liquid shampoo while the 70g bar option amounts to around 500ml of its liquid counterpart–extending one’s savings to up to P224.94. Check out the brand’s wide range of plastic bottle-free products here.

REDUCE THE BOTTLE

Customers can also opt to upsize to 1-liter or even 1-gallon bottles of their favorite Human Nature shampoos, body washes, sanitizers, hand soaps, liquid detergents, and more. By doing so, they can save up to P199 and lessen plastic usage by up to 71%.For Human Nature products that offer upsized versions, visit this link.

REFILL THE BOTTLE

Staying true to their core advocacy on sustainability, Human Nature’s Co-founder and President Anna Meloto-Wilk championed the signature drive for Mainstream Refilling–a petition to create safe, sustainable, and accessible refilling stations. Human Nature’s home care refilling stations are available at its flagship store in Commonwealth Ave., SM The Block, SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, Festival Mall, Glorietta, Ayala Malls Feliz, and Trinoma.

RECYCLE THE BOTTLE

Human Nature began its recycling initiatives in as early as 2010 and has been actively looking to partner with groups who can reuse or repurpose plastic materials. In 2022 and as part of its Balik-Bote Recycling Program, the brand partnered with Plastic Flamingo (PLAF) to transform its bottles into eco-lumber to be used as construction material for shelters, street furniture, and other architectural solutions.

To participate, simply drop off clean empty plastic bottles at select Metro Manila Stores.

No water, no life. No blue, no green.

Without a doubt, the oceans serve as a life source for humans and there’s no better time than now to step up, raise awareness, and take part in ocean preservation. As veteran oceanographer Sylvia Earle once said, “With every drop of water you drink, every breath you take, you’re connected to the sea. No matter where on Earth you live.”

There’s no better time than the present to get involved, increase awareness, and take tangible steps toward ocean preservation. For a deep blue tomorrow, we must act today.

To learn more about how you can support Human Nature and its remarkable ocean-friendly initiatives, visit their website here. The ocean is in our hands, and together, we can ensure its longevity for future generations. Let’s make it human nature to put our oceans first!

June 13, 2023
Fiesta Combo Treats Await Dads at Mang Inasal

Mang Inasal, the country’s Grill Expert, celebrates Father’s Day with Fiesta Combos perfect to be shared with the whole family. “Feast for Daddy” promo will run from June 12 to 18 at all Mang Inasal stores nationwide and will be available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery.

With the promo, customers can enjoy Mang Inasal Fiesta Combos with bilaos of Ihaw-Sarap favorites plus other treats. The Buddy Fiesta Combo is fit for a family with two to three members as it will be served with Buddy Fiesta plus three drinks and two Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Add-On. Meanwhile, the Family Fiesta Combo is great for a family with four to six members because it is composed of Family Fiesta plus six drinks and four Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Add-On.

“We look forward to see families gather at their favorite Mang Inasal stores this Father’s Day while enjoying their special Fiesta Combos,” said Mang Inasal Business Unit head Mike V. Castro. “And since the promo can also be availed of via take-out and delivery, for sure our customers will get this deal to make their dads happy whether they celebrate at home or outdoors.”

Apart from the Fiesta Combos, Father’s Day can also be made more special with the recently launched Mang Inasal Palabok Fiesta Size that is perfect for groups of 10 people. Price starts at ₱569.

Celebrate Father’s Day with Mang Inasal via dine-in, takeout, and delivery! Place orders now via the Mang Inasal Delivery App or through https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph/.

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!

June 13, 2023
A Gentleman’s Celebration: Shangri-La The Fort’s Delicious Fare for Father’s Day

Shangri-La The Fort, Manila presents a delightful array of offers as we put the spotlight on the gentle giant we refer to as “dad”.

Dad’s Afternoon Brew

Plan a steady afternoon with pops in High Street Lounge as you enjoy sweet and savoury snacks together with a cup of coffee or tea. Remember to take home exclusive Father’s Day cocktails from your favourite social space: Father’s Love, made with Jose Cuervo Blanco Tequila and hibiscus cordial; and Hero’s Toast, made with Beefeater Gin, apple juice, and elderflower syrup. The special afternoon tea set is available 2PM to 5PM from June 12 to 18, 2023,atPHP2,150 for 2 persons.

Decadent Treats Bring home dashing eats to the main man of the house and make his day with Bake House’s decadent goodies: Whiskey Dream cake, a triple threat of chocolate layers with a whiskey infusion, for PHP2,450, Fair & Square cakes available in Chocolate, Ube and Green Tea at PHP350 each, and Amore di Papà cookies for PHP95 each. Available from June 12 to 18, 2023.

Toast for Papa

Gather your loved ones for a bountiful Father’s Day feast fit for a king at Canton Road. The Honour set menu highlights favourite oriental dishes including crispy Angus beef short ribs, steamed green grouper with soy sauce, and braised dried scallops with broccoli. Chef Wang and his team of culinary experts have also prepared special à la carte menu with flavourful servings such as the grilled spicy New Zealand lamb tenderloin cubes and the cod fish with orange and almond flakes in Roselle tea sauce.

Honour set menu at PHP19,888 good for 5 persons, and à la carte dishes starts at PHP1,288, both available on June 16 to 18, 2023.

A Hunk of Meat

The best steak on the block meats the best dad in the world with Raging Bull Chophouse & Bar’s succulent à la carte menu. Revel in Chops for Pops, a tasty combination of lamb chop, Iberico pork chop, and milk-fed veal all straight from the Josper grill at PHP9,550 good for 3 persons. Cap it off with Old Fashioned, a complimentary drink made with Raging Bull Bourbon, Angostura bitters, and vanilla syrup, for your favourite gentleman in the family.

Exclusive à la carte menu is available from June 16 to 18, 2023.

Handsome Indulgences

Visit the neighbourhood food hall to enjoy a hearty spread sustainably sourced in support of local producers to bring quality dishes to your table. Take a slice of the good life as we serve you oh-so-yummy dishes from the carving station, to the rotisserie, and up to the sweet corner.

Available on June 17 lunch from 12NN to 3PM for PHP2,300, and dinner from 6PM to 10:30PM for PHP2,950, and June 18 lunch from 12NN to 3PM for PHP2,950 per person. Upgrade to a feast with alcoholic beverages at PHP3,450 per person.

Fiesta de Papa

Sprinkle some Latin American fun in papa’s day and dig into Samba’s fresh à la carte fare such as the Picanha, chargrilled Aussie rump cap with chimichurri, asparagus, mushroom, and French fries, at PHP4,550; and Seco de Pato (braised duck, yucca, fava beans, rice, ají amarillo, cilantro base sauce) at PHP2,450. End the night on a sweet note with Feliz Día del Padre, a banana-infused rum, for dad to share or to enjoy on his own, whichever the man of the hour pleases.

Each à la carte item is good for 3 to 4 persons and available from June 16 to 18, 2023.

For inquiries and reservations, please call (632) 8820 0888 or visit https://www.shangrilafortexclusives.com/.

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June 13, 2023
Upgrade Your Movie Experience with Gourmet Pastries at Newport Cinemas Snackbar

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ Newport Cinemas invites moviegoers to an indulgent culinary adventure, right in their cinema snackbar! It’s the first cinema studio in the country to expand its menu beyond traditional movie treats to exquisite gourmet pastries and loaded sandwiches. Exciting, right? It’s time to level up from the usual fare of popcorn, soda, and chips when watching movies and offer one’s taste buds something different.

Tempting Sweet Treats on the Menu

Just imagine savouring delicious eclairs while immersed in the latest blockbuster. With classic flavours like strawberry, pistachio, and dark chocolate, and daring twists like dulce de leche and cookies and cream, you’re in for a drool-worthy movie experience.

But that’s not all! The brownie bar is poised to win your heart with its diverse range, from cheesecake marble and strawberry swirl to blueberry swirl, red velvet, white chocolate, and the all-time favourite fudge brownies. Who knew movie snacks could get this decadent?

Savory Delights to Savor

For those who lean more towards savory bites, Newport Cinemas has got you covered. “We are striving to give our moviegoers the best food to maximize their cinema experience here at Newport Mall and become the first-ever, and only cinema studio snackbar to have these kinds of high quality pastries for our customers,” shares Brix Valdenarro, head of Megaworld Cinemas.

Ready to tease your taste buds are delicious sandwiches and pastries, including the Classic Club, the meat-loaded Tortilla, the hearty Cuban Panini, cheese rolls, and the beautifully baked Pink Salmon Quiche. Who wouldn’t love to munch on these gourmet delights while enjoying their favourite flick?

The Best of Both Worlds

Join the fun at Newport Mall and experience a unique blend of quality cinema and delectable food. The Newport Cinemas snackbar is proud to be the first of its kind to feature such a high-quality gourmet pastry selection, making it the perfect spot for foodies and film lovers alike.

Megaworld Cinemas is Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ dedicated arm for creating world-class movie experiences. As part of the country’s leading lifestyle destination developer, its mission is to promote happiness and meaningful connections through exceptional design, offerings, and experiences.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates! Visit Megaworld Lifestyle Malls site or call the hotline at (63 2) 8-462-8888. The gourmet snacks await you at the Newport Cinemas snackbar!

June 13, 2023
Let Dad Escape to The Peninsula Manila this Father’s Day Sunday, June 18, 2023

With weekend room staycations, delicious buffet adventures in Escolta, and Salon de Ning’s Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge, The Peninsula Manila is setting the bar high with a Father’s Day experience that’s guaranteed to impress the pickiest Dad.

Knock knock.

Who’s there?

Justin!

Justin who?

Justin time to say Happy Father’s Day!

He shamelessly taught you every corny dad joke in the book. As much you hate giving in to his embarrassing comic stunts, you still love him for it because, at the end of the day, you know nothing can make you smile quite like your dad’s lighthearted antics. So, on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18, The Peninsula Manila thinks that it’s only fitting that you spoil the man who’s been your favorite superhero all these years by treating him to an all-star weekend staycation while indulging in Escolta’s delicious Sunday brunch buffet. And since Dad deserves his quality downtime, make sure he gets to experience Salon de Ning’s much-anticipated one-afternoon-only pop-up Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge where he’ll enjoy complimentary cocktails and pica-pica, snazzy grooming services and many more, as well as win exciting prizes.

Father’s Day Ultimate Getaway Staycation Room Package

June 16 to 18 (Friday to Sunday)

On Father’s Day weekend, treat the man of the house to his best vacation ever. In addition to overnight accommodations, Dad can enjoy the many amenities offered, from lounging by the outdoor pool, working out in the fitness center, enjoying the exclusive benefits of The Gallery Club Lounge, lunch or dinner buffet in Escolta, and – best of all – complimentary access to the exclusive five-hours-only, pop-up Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge in Salon de Ning on June 18 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm where he can relax with complimentary cocktails and pica-pica and win exciting prizes.

Room rates start at P17,300 for a Premier Suite (exclusive of taxes).

Escolta Father’s Day Brunch Buffet

June 18 (Sunday)

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Celebrate Father’s Day with an epicurean adventure at Escolta restaurant’s lavish Sunday buffet brunch with all of dad’s favorites. Enjoy this heart-warming Father’s Day Sunday brunch that comes with a complimentary invitation to Salon de Ning’s Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge for an afternoon of pampering that he will remember for many years to come.

Dads will enjoy complimentary cocktails and pica-pica and win exciting prizes at the exclusive five-hours-only, pop-up Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge in Salon de Ning on June 18.

P7,200 (free-flowing Champagne for two hours)

P 4,200 (adults)

P 2,250 (children under 12)

All prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.

Salon de Ning’s Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge

June 18 (Sunday)

1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Celebrate, indulge and spoil exceptional fathers whose day-to-day schedules leave them with little time for relaxation and reward. Styled to capture the sophisticated feel of a private gentleman’s club, Salon de Ning’s five-hours-only, pop-up Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge will offer complimentary male grooming services from Back Alley Barbershop; a display of Triumph motorcycles and automobiles from Rolls-Royce, Lotus, and Mini Cooper; For Him skincare by VMV Hypoallergenics whose expert technicians will provide complimentary hand treatments; funky and functional ceramic art from Pottery Sessions, custom-made menswear crafted in Singapore by Common Suits; pens and inks for fountain pen aficionados by Manila Pen; bespoke spectacles by R.E.M. Rapid Eye Movement Manila; rare timepieces from Vintage Grail, collectible vinyls and DJ music; artisanal chocolates from Auro Chocolate; and small bites and innovative cocktails. Especially curated with the natty and sophisticated father in mind, it will be an experience that will leave him wondering why he’s had to settle for a necktie all these years.

Guests availing of the Father’s Day Ultimate Getaway Staycation room package from June 16 to 18 or dining in Escolta for Sunday brunch on Father’s Day, June 18, will enjoy complimentary access to the Pen Ultimate Father’s Day Dream Lounge.

For inquiries or reservations, please call (63 2) 887-2888, extensions 6630 (Room Reservations) or e-mail ReservationPMN@peninsula.com; 6691 or 6694 (Restaurant Reservations) or email DiningPMN@peninsula.com. You may also visit peninsula.com, like The Peninsula Manila on Facebook, and follow @thepeninsulamanila on Instagram.

June 13, 2023