Author: Press Release

  • Uncle John’s now available via MetroMart

    Popular convenience store chain Uncle John’s is now available to order online via MetroMart, the #1 online grocery delivery service in the Philippines.

    Customers may now avail quick pantry restocking from Uncle John’s with MetroMart Express, with minimal order volume and delivered within the hour.

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    The first 10 Uncle John’s convenience store locations available with MetroMart include Mayhaligue Street in Tondo, Manila City, Greenpark Cainta in Rizal, Western Bicutan in Parañaque City, Vergonville in Las Piñas City, Fatima Main along McArthur Highway in Valenzuela City, Montojo and Malibay branches in Pasay City,  Jose Abello Street in BF Resort, Las Piñas City, Robinsons Novaliches along Quirino Highway in Quezon City, and Blue Sapphire in BGC (Bonifacio Global City) in Taguig City.

    Get FREE Delivery when you order from Uncle John’s with a minimum spend of ₱1,000. 

    This promo is valid for ALL Users, within May 22 until June 4, 2023, terms and conditions apply.

    Try convenient, time-saving online shopping for a wide selection of groceries and essentials with MetroMart. Download the app via https://bit.ly/DownloadNowMM

  • OctoArts Entertainment presents The Super Stage By K-Pop in Manila

    Mark your calendars as OctoArts Entertainment brings a collection of K-POP super acts THE SUPER STAGE BY K-POP IN MANILA! The highly awaited K-pop show featuring an all-female ensemble of K-POP groups MAMAMOO+, KEP1ER and LAPILLUS is happening LIVE at the Mall of Asia Arena on August 11, 2023.

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    MAMAMOO+ is the first sub-unit of the girl group MAMAMOO, composed of MAMAMOO’s leader and vocalist Solar and rapper Moonbyul. In 2022, the powerhouse duo released their debut single “Better” featuring South Korean rapper Big Naughty. In March this year, MAMAMOO+ made their comeback with their first single album “Act 1, Scene 1” with title track “GGBB”. The single album surpassed 100,000 copies sold on Circle Chart.Moomoos will be sure not to miss the sub-unit’s first ever performance in the country!

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    Buckle up and brace for the “First Impact” as the 9-member multinational project girl group KEP1ER comes to Manila for the first time. Kep1er was formed through Mnet’s reality survival show Girls Planet 999 – in search for top female trainees from China, Japan, and South Korea. The group made their debut on January 3, 2022 with their first mini album, First Impact. The carrier single “Wa Da Da” debuted at #84 at the Billboard Hot 100 on the week of its release.

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    Their name combines ‘Kep’, which means catching dreams, and the number 1, which means the nine girls coming together as one to be the best. It is also a reference to the planet ‘Kepler‘, named by German astronomer Johannes Kepler. They will be active for roughly two and a half years on a special contract before it ends sometime in June 2024.

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    Be ready to shine bright as LAPILLUS returns for their first-ever Manila concert. The six-member girl group LAPILLUS is a multinational group, composed of Chanty, a Filipino-Argentinian; Shana, Japanese; Yue, Chinese-American; and Bessie, Seowon and Haeun, Koreans. The K-pop group undoubtedly has good ties with the Philippines after being appointed as ambassadors of the province of Ilocos Sur. In September of the previous year, the group released its first mini album titled “GIRL’s ROUND Part. 1” with 5 tracks dabbling in the pop and dance genres.

    “BETTER be ready to BURN WITH LOVE on the LVLY and SUPER K-POP experience we prepared for you! #THESUPERSTAGEBYKPOPINMANILA at the Mall of Asia Arena!”

    TICKET PRICES

    • VIP STANDING P11,800
    • VIP SEATED P10,500
    • LOWER BOX P9,000
    • UPPER BOX A P7,000
    • UPPER BOX B P5,500
    • GEN AD A 3,250
    • GEN AD B P2,750

    The Super Stage by K-Pop in Manila is on August 11, 2023, 7pm at the Mall of Asia Arena.

    Tickets are available starting 11am of June 3, 2023 via SM Tickets Outlets nationwide or thru www.smtickets.com

    For more updates on THE SUPER STAGE BY K-POP IN MANILA, check out the official social media of SUPER STAGE on Facebook & Instagram: @octoartsentertainment; Twitter: @OctoArtsEnt.

  • “The Wandering Earth II” is a dream come true for Hong Kong megastar Andy Lau

    In “The Wandering Earth II,” a prequel to the 2019 hit, one of Hong Kong’s biggest artists, Andy Lau (“As Tears Go By,” “House of Flying Daggers,” “Infernal Affairs”), is playing a scientist. Just as the film’s creative team is happy to have Lau on board, Lau couldn’t be more elated. “My sci-fi dream is fulfilled,” Lau shared at the press conference for “The Wandering Earth II,” in Philippine cinemas May 31. “And I still feel immersed in the character today and don’t want to wake up.”

    As exciting as it was to star in the prequel to the groundbreaking Chinese science fiction film, it also had its challenges, particularly when it came to wearing his spacesuit costume. “Putting on the suit makes it difficult to turn around or even twist (my body),” he also shared at the press conference. “The most unbearable part is I have no way to scratch where it itches. I stuck duct tape on the inside of my helmet, so I could relieve the urges by rubbing my face against the tape.” 

    Spacesuits, Earth engines, and mind-blowing science aside, the film’s set had an easy and friendly family atmosphere. “During the filming, I could feel the extraordinary cohesion of the crew. All of us are exploring and climbing this peak called science fiction film,” veteran Chinese actor Li Xuejian said. 

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    In “The Wandering  Earth II,” after learning that the sun is rapidly burning out and will obliterate Earth in the process, humans build enormous engines to propel the planet to a new solar system, far out of reach of the sun’s fiery flares. However, the journey out into the universe is perilous, and humankind’s last shot at survival will depend on a group of young people brave enough to step up and execute a dangerous, life-or-death operation to save the earth. The film, to be released by Warner Bros. Pictures exclusively in cinemas in the Philippines, also stars global action icon Wu Jing, who headlined the first film. 

    “With my wife’s support, I starred in the first ‘The Wandering Earth,’ trying to plant a seed of imagination for children,” said Jing. “This time in the film, many things have upgraded. The seed we planted has grown big and is actively sprouting. I feel so accomplished.”

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    “The Wandering Earth II,” released in China and the U.S. in January in time for the Chinese New Year, has earned USD 604 million, making it so far the third highest-grossing movie of the year in terms of box-office numbers.

    About “The Wandering Earth II”

    Directed by Frant Gwo, with a screenplay by Frant Gwo and Gong Ge’er, “The Wandering Earth II” (a prequel to the 2019 futuristic blockbuster “The Wandering Earth”) is based on the book by Liu Cixin. 

    The film stars Andy Lau, Wu Jing, Li Xuejian, Sha Yi, Ning Li, Wang Zhi and Zhu Yanmanzi.

    In cinemas May 31, “The Wandering Earth II” is distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company.

    Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

  • It’s Love at First Shack

    All’s in bloom this summer as modern roadside burger stand Shake Shack brings its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers, shakes, and fries to hungry fans in Quezon City when it opened in SM North Edsa (SMNE).

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    Early birds joined in the Shack’s summer spectacle for limited-edition swags designed by Young Guns 19 awardee Raxenne Maniquiz and were entertained by buskers and dancers plus whimsical performances from various circus acts.

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    Shake Shack brings in the beauty of the outdoors with its in-Shack artwork created by the brilliant local graphic designer and illustrator Raxenne Maniquiz. The artist behind Shack SM North’s vibrant hoarding, Raxenne paints a statement mural piece on the Shack’s facade punctuated by the playful Shack icons, setting a fun background for selfies. Inside the Shack, she visually translates her Philippine flora and fauna piece into 73 polygon diagrams spanning the outlet’s long dining space, providing pops of color in the interiors natural finish.

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    Find more stars in the making with a sweet line up of desserts available in Shack SM North. The Berry Bituin concrete, a playful take on Quezon City’s City of Stars moniker and the tagalog word for star (bituin), winningly combines sweet and tart featuring vanilla frozen custard blended with strawberry sauce and Auro chocolate chunks, topped with freeze-dried strawberries. Shine with delight with the popular Apple Pie Oh My concrete – vanilla frozen custard blended with Tilde Bakery and Kitchen’s French Apple Pie.

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    As part of its mission to Stand For Something Good®, Shake Shack is committed to supporting its local communities and sourcing real, premium ingredients. A treat for a cause, 5% of sales from any Pie Oh My concrete support CENTEX, Ayala Foundation’s holistic education program that promotes student parent & teacher development from underserved Filipino communities. What’s sweeter? The concrete’s frozen custard is made with real sugar, no corn syrup and milk from dairy farmers who pledge never to use artificial growth hormones.

  • ‘Best Places to Work’ awardee Dragon Edge Group creates game changing products while fostering a positive work environment

    Dragon Edge Group (DEG), the company behind the popular Beach Hut Sunblock was certified as a “best place to work” in the country for 2023 by Best Places to Work, a world-renowned company certification program in partnership with Best Companies Group.

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    Since 2010, Best Places to Work has been honoring organizations with the highest standards of excellence in human resource (HR) practices and employee experience. The assessment is purely employee-based, factoring in employee conditions, compensation and benefits, motivation, relationship, training, well-being, career development, leadership, and culture.

    DEG is the only company of its size certified for this award in the Philippine FMCG industry in the last five years.

    “This award isn’t like any other. Simply put, you’re being recognized for creating workplaces where your employees love to come to work. However, beyond that, you’re being honored for being the best of the best in your country,” says Peter Burke, Best Companies Group President.

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    “As a result of this achievement, your brand as an employer just got a lot stronger. You will enjoy the benefits of better job candidates, lower employee turnover, and a better reputation in your community and around the company. I can’t stress enough how proud I am to be associated with a worthwhile program,” Burke added.

    Becoming a “Best Place to Work” in the Philippines

    Since 2005, DEG has been creating remarkable brands that bring more joy to people’s lives. Behind the company’s success is a passionate team that ensures only the best-quality products reach stores and our homes.

    Dragon Edge Group founders CEO Dennis and Mother of Marketing Emily Balajadia

    Beyond its products for customers, DEG also fosters a positive work environment with a unique and innovative culture for its employees. As a result, DEG employees and officers, also known as “DEGsters,” embody an edginess that ultimately spills over to their work and professional relationships.

    At Dragon Edge Group, the top priority is giving DEGsters the chance to learn and letting their creative juices flow. Founders Dennis and Emily Balajadia believe that the best ideas come from “relaxed, informal settings,” such as meeting over drinks by their coffee bar, chilling by the office swings and their war room. This encourages the team to think outside the box to come up with attention-grabbing campaigns for their brands.

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    This has led to some of the wildest yet brilliant Beach Hut ideas, like becoming the first sunblock to fly to space in 2017, which was crafted during a company inuman.

    DEG doesn’t stop at training and workshops in the office as DEGsters are given the chance to learn from the best by getting their Master’s degrees from prestigious universities, like Ateneo Business School and Wharton School. Recreational activities such as scuba diving and mixology have also been crucial in their professional and culture development.

    “We’re honored that Dragon Edge Group was named the Best Places to Work in the Philippines. Everything we do is for the growth and betterment of our DEGsters, so it’s really heartwarming to be recognized for the positive work culture we’ve fostered throughout the years,” says Dennis Balajadia, Dragon Edge Group Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer.

    “Our goal here in DEG is to create a fun and welcoming environment where our employees can thrive and let their creative juices flow. If our employees are happy and motivated, you can see the love that they put into their work,” adds Emily Balajadia, Dragon Edge Group Co-founder and Mother of Marketing.

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    Dragon Edge’s first product was a bottle of Beach Hut Sunblock in 2006, which was the first and only local spray-on sunblock at the time. This innovation pushed them to create other brands that challenged the status quo, and became the pioneers of many products, such as the first baby detergent Cycles and the first natural baby bottle and nipple cleanser, Cradle.

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    When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, DEG quickly responded by creating and distributing COV-X alcohol in just 11 days to help communities to stay safe and healthy.

    The company has also expanded nationwide, and already has footprints in Indonesia. Not only did this allow DEG to branch their products out further, the expansion also created many opportunities for employees to help grow the company, while also growing within it themselves.

    “We’ve gone a long way from our humble beginnings with Beach Hut. Now, we have a total of nine brands, and we are still growing,” says Dennis.

    For Dragon Edge Group, working hard for our customers is just the beginning. It’s just as important to have a good time and celebrate everyone’s accomplishments. When they are able to spread joy and positivity in the workplace, they are able to do the same to every person around them.

    For more information about Dragon Edge Group and its brands, visit their official website.

  • Coca-Cola Philippines introduces Minute Maid(R) Nutri+ with 200% Vitamin C

    Coca-Cola Philippines has launched a new beverage innovation – Minute Maid Nutri+ (Nutri Plus) – under its Minute Maid® brand. The new product aims to deliver more benefits to consumers and provide more beverage options in the market. The entry of Minute Maid® Nutri+ reiterates the commitment of Coca-Cola Philippines as a total beverage category, setting the company’s wheels in motion as it begins building its ‘Enhanced Juice’ category in the local market.

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    The growing interest and continuous demand for new experiences and products to consume amongst the alpha generation or the Gen Zs has prompted many companies, such as Coca-Cola, to dive deeper into their beverage innovation.

    According to Cesar Gangoso, ASEAN and South Pacific East Region Frontline Marketing Director, Coca-Cola Philippines has seen a significant shift in consumer behavior amongst Filipinos. “While we Filipinos pride ourselves on being hardworking and resilient, we are also equally conscious about our health and well-being. This reason alone drove the search for Vitamin C-enhanced products that can support our immune system. Coca-Cola Philippines is proud to offer the new Minute Maid® Nutri+, a beverage that has 200% recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of Vitamin C, presenting itself as a drink that balances delicious and beneficial in one.”

    “We have always been steadfast in prioritizing what our consumers want and need. That means crafting delicious, quality beverages and offering people a wide variety of refreshment choices,” added Gangoso. “We’re excited with Minute Maid® Nutri+ and the activities lined up for all juice drink lovers out there.”

    The new Minute Maid® Nutri+ comes in a 240mL can, a 330ml PET bottle, and a 1L PET bottle for orange, orange mango, and lemon flavors, and the ready-to-go pack size enables juice drink lovers to bring Minute Maid® Nutri+ anywhere. You can buy the newest juice drink at your nearest supermarket, convenience stores, and mom & pop shops. You can also get it online at the suggested retail price of ₱120 for a pack of 6 cans in 240mL and ₱648 for a pack of 24 bottles in 330mL.

    To learn more about Minute Maid® Nutri+, visit www.coca-cola.com or follow @MinuteMaidPH on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

  • New K-cooking show alert: ‘Ramyun Brothers’ Premieres Tonight

    The concept of the show is definitely tasty! Get three celebrities to cook ramyun – a Korean take on Japanese ramen – and serve to diners in Japan to see if they love it.

    The unusual premise has got the internet talking. Ever since video teasers started going up on Discovery’s YouTube page in the past few weeks for Ramyun Brothers, fans of Korean TV and cooking around the world have been asking where they can watch it.

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    In Korea, the new variety show hits screens on both Discovery and TV Chosun tonight (May 22) at 10pm. And good news for you K-fans in Southeast Asia – the show is also available to stream on Viu from today.

    In response to the huge interest, international rights holder Warner Bros. Discovery is looking for other partners to make the mouth-watering show available in other parts of the world – so keep your chopsticks at the ready for more details.

    More about the show…

    Ramyun Brothers is a reality show that will forever change what you know about ramen! The series stars Kang Ho-dong, Lee Seung-Gi and Bae Inhyeok who open a ramyun shop in Japan. Against all logic, they try and recreate recipes for Korea’s addictive “soul food”.

    More about the stars…

    There’s plenty of chemistry going on both inside the kitchen and between the on-screen talent. Kang Ho-Dong and Lee Seung-Gi reunite after more than a decade after Two Days One Night, Strong Heart, and they team up with Bae Inhyeok who appeared in dramas including Under the Queen’s Umbrella, Why Oh Soojae and Cheer Up.

    What the production crew said…

    • “We wanted to show the warmth and strong determination of the brothers who do all they can to overcome so many obstacles. Check out whether the team can mesmerize local Japanese foodies with ramyun recipes that are popular in Korea!”
    • “Ho-Dong and Seung-Gi have known each other for 15 years now. We wanted to show the change in their relationship and chemistry. In Ramyun Brothers you’ll see how they bring out the best in each other.”
    • “Don’t miss the fun as the team face challenged to do all they can to introduce and promote ramyun – aka K-ramen – in Japan!”

    What the fans are saying…

    • “Amazing recipes and an amazing cast!” “Inhyeok is full of surprises! He is so cute!”
    • “How lucky to be in Japan and get to taste ramyun cooked by Seung-Gi.”
    • “Can’t wait to watch! Seung-Gi and ramyun in one show? What more could I ask for?”

    Catch Ramyun Brothers tonight and every Monday night for the next seven weeks on Discovery and TV Chosun at 10pm in Korea, and available to stream on Viu in Southeast Asia. The series is a co-production by Discovery Korea Networks and TV Chosun. Warner Bros. Discovery is exclusive international distributor.

  • Season Two Of ‘And Just Like That’ Debuts June 22 on HBO GO

    The eleven-episode second season of the Max Original series And Just Like That…, from executive producer Michael Patrick King, will debut with two episodes on Thursday, June 22 on HBO GO. The following nine episodes will premiere weekly on Thursdays.

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    Returning series regulars include Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Sara Ramírez, Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker, Karen Pittman, Mario Cantone, David Eigenberg, Evan Handler, Christopher Jackson, Niall Cunningham, Cathy Ang and Alexa Swinton.

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    The series is developed and executive produced by Michael Patrick King, alongside executive producers John Melfi, Julie Rottenberg, Elisa Zuritsky, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon. Writers included Michael Patrick King, Samantha Irby, Susan Fales-Hill, Lucas Froehlich, Rachel Palmer, Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky. Directors included Michael Patrick King, Cynthia Nixon, Ry Russo-Young and Julie Rottenberg. The HBO series “Sex and the City” was created by Darren Star and based on the book “Sex and the City” by Candace Bushnell.

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    Stream or download And Just Like That… Season 1 on HBO GO and catch Season 2 from June 22. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

  • Visit the “The Flash” life-size figure at the Warner Bros. 100 Year Anniversary Exhibit at SM North EDSA

    The Flash has arrived in Manila! From May 24 – June 4, fans can take selfies with the hyper-realistic, life-size mucklefigure of The Flash at the Warner Bros. 100 Year Anniversary Exhibit at SM North EDSA The Block activity area. Strike a running pose with your favorite Speedster and race with the fastest guy alive. The exhibit is free admission, and everyone’s invited!

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    Warner Bros. Pictures turned 100 this year, and to celebrate the milestone anniversary, the studio is “Celebrating Every Story” with an epic 2023 film lineup that includes upcoming releases “Barbie,” “MEG 2: The Trench,” “Blue Beetle,” “Dune: Part Two,” “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” and of course, “The Flash.” 

    The ticketing site for “The Flash” is already live at https://www.theflashmovie.com.ph/. Don’t forget to calendar your “The Flash” movie date. 

    About “The Flash”

    Worlds collide in “The Flash” when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry’s only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?

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    “The Flash” ensemble also includes rising star Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon (“Bullet Train,” “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”), Ron Livingston (“Loudermilk,” “The Conjuring”), Maribel Verdú (“Elite,” “Y tu mamá también”), Kiersey Clemons (“Zack Snyder’s Justice League,” “Sweetheart”), Antje Traue (“King of Ravens,” “Man of Steel”) and Michael Keaton (“Spider-Man: Homecoming,” “Batman”).

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    “The Flash” is produced by Barbara Muschietti (the “IT” films, “Mama”) and Michael Disco (“Rampage,” “San Andreas”). The screenplay is by Christina Hodson (“Birds of Prey,” “Bumblebee”), with a screen story by John Francis Daley & Jonathan Goldstein (“Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves,” “Spider-Man: Homecoming”) and Joby Harold (“Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,” “Army of the Dead”), based on characters from DC. The executive producers are Toby Emmerich, Walter Hamada, Galen Vaisman and Marianne Jenkins.

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    Joining director Muschietti behind the camera are director of photography Henry Braham (“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” “The Suicide Squad”), production designer Paul Denham Austerberry (“IT Chapter Two,” “The Shape of Water”), editors Jason Ballantine (the “IT” films, “The Great Gatsby”) and Paul Machliss (“The Gentlemen,” “Baby Driver”), and costume designer Alexandra Byrne (“Doctor Strange,” “Guardians of the Galaxy”); the score is by Benjamin Wallfisch (“The Invisible Man,” the “IT” films).

    Warner Bros. Pictures presents a Double Dream/a Disco Factory production of an Andy Muschietti film, “The Flash.” It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and is set to open in theaters across the Philippines beginning June 14, 2023.

    Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #TheFlashMovie

    Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

  • The Peninsula Manila’s Turkish Cuisine is Back

    Shaped by more than a thousand years of diverse cultures and traditions, social heritage and stories, Türkiye presents its exquisite and diverse flavors to the world through the “Turkish Cuisine Week” food festival at The Peninsula Manila’s Escolta buffet restaurant from May 23 to 27.

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    On the occasion of the centennial anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye, “Turkish Cuisine Week” will be celebrated throughout the world for the second consecutive year from May 21 to 27 and aims to introduce Türkiye’s rich gastronomic culture to a broad global audience through the embassies and consulates of the Republic of Türkiye.

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    This year’s special menu consists of local dishes from the city of Antakya (with the ancient name of Antioch) in Hatay province, which is included in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network and renowned for its diverse cuisine. Boasting more than 650 dishes, Hatay’s gastronomy is a Mediterranean cuisine characterized by its use of fresh vegetables, quality olive oil, legumes, and cereals. As Hatay’s cuisine is the showpiece of this year’s Turkish Cuisine Week, Escolta’s different buffet stations will feature mouth-watering Biberli Ekmek (flatbread with red pepper paste), Zeytin Salatası (green olive salad), Hummus (mixed chickpeas and tahini dip), Mucver (Turkish zucchini fritters), Muska Boregi (spinach and cheese filo parcels) Tepsi Kebabı (oven-baked kebab), and  Kayısı Tatlısı (stuffed dried apricot with clotted cream and walnut), among many others.

    The buffet selection will also showcase other regional Turkish dishes that will be prepared using local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. It will showcase all aspects of Turkish cuisine, including Turkish coffee, Turkish tea, and the most quintessential of all Turkish sweets – Turkish Delight.

    Escolta’s Turkish Cuisine Week will not only feature authentic and unique recipes but also highlight the philosophy of sustainability of one of the oldest and richest cuisines in the world, which emphasizes natural healthy local products and a waste-free palate.

    Those eager to experience a taste of Türkiye can dine in Escolta Buffet Restaurant from May 23 to 27, Tuesday to Saturday.

    Lunch
    P2,600 (adults)
    P1,300 (children under 12)

    Dinner
    P3,000 (adults)
    P1,500 (children under 12)

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

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    The Peninsula Manila Turkish Food Festival would not be possible without the generous support of the “Turkish Cuisine Week” partners – Turkish Airlines and The Peninsula Istanbul – who are donating a round-trip ticket to Istanbul and a two-night stay at The Peninsula Istanbul for guest diners to win.

    Contest Mechanics

    1. Follow @ThePeninsulaManila on both Facebook & Instagram and the Embassy of Türkiye on Facebook @t.c.manilabe and Twitter @trembassymanila
    2. Share and post guest’s Escolta “Turkish Cuisine Week” food festival dining experience from May 23 to 27, 2023
    3. Tag five (5)  friends who are food enthusiasts and who will comment on guest diner’s post/s
    4. Post photos and/or videos on Facebook and Instagram
    5. Tag @thepeninsulamanila and @thepeninsulaistanbu
    6. Pin the location of The Peninsula Manila on post/s
    7. Share guest’s experience by using #PenMoments #TurkishCuisineWeek

    “We are very excited to share Türkiye’s rich culinary traditions with the Philippines. Our chefs have prepared a diverse and rich menu, including a large selection of Turkish specialties that we hope you will enjoy at The Peninsula Manila,” says H.E. Niyazi Evren Akyol, Ambassador of the Republic of Tukey.

    “We are thrilled to be introducing our guests to a true Turkish dining experience in partnership with the Embassy of Türkiye,” adds The Peninsula Manila General Manager Masahisa Oba. “This is especially meaningful as our newest sister property – The Peninsula Istanbul – recently opened its doors early this year.”

    Turkish Cuisine Week is celebrated globally from May 21-27.

    For inquiries or further information on The Peninsula Manila’s Turkish Cuisine Week, please call (63 2) 8887-2888 (trunk line), extension 6691 and 6694 (Restaurant Reservations), e-mail Dining PMN@peninsula.com, or visit the website peninsula.com/manila and https://turkishcuisineweek.com/