With everyone excitedly anticipating Christmas this year, Italianni’s is also happily launching new dishes in time for merrier Holidays brimming with good food.
The latest additions to the menu start with two delicious and healthy salads Honey Crisp Apple Salad (Mixed greens, Kale, apple, gorgonzola, toasted pecan, honey Balsamic) and Grilled Pear Salad (Mixed Greens grilled pears and a Honey Mustard dressing).
The ubiquitous Italian dish, Osso Bucco, hogs the spotlight this Season as one of Italianni’s new mains. The Braised Beef Osso Bucco Platter, braised low and slow in tomato and mirepox until fork tender is not to be missed. It’s a perfect centerpiece on one’s dinner table, whether at Italianni’s or at home during the Noche Buena Feast. Guests can enjoy this hearty dish with Spaghetti Alio Oglio. Those who are partial to fish can order the Halibut Al Cartoccio which is oven roasted with potatoes bell pepper, zucchini, olives, capers, eggplant and seafood broth. To finish off the meal, try the Blueberry Mango Cheesecake (classic New York Cheesecake topped with blueberry and mango puree).
Available starting on December 16, these new dishes make Christmas dining more memorable. It’s just as we, Filipinos, love to do- share and bond over food with family and friends, whatever the season.
Magical and special can best describe what Christmas is all about to people from all over the world. Celebrations, parties and reunions bring families and friends together, feasting on delicious and comforting food. One such cuisine that ties people together is that of Spain’s – it’s rich, soulful and familiar to us Filipinos.
At LAS FLORES & RAMBLA, the Holiday specials are Lamb Shank with mashed potatoes and Huevos Rotos (gulas, shrimps, broken eggs, potatoes, garlic oil). Meanwhile, BCN & TOMATITO offer Roast Beef with mashed potatoes & gravy and Baked Lapu Lapu with Bilbaina sauce & patatas panaderas while RUMBA is proud to serve their Mussels in Marinara with fries and Herb Roasted Porchetta.
These Cócteles de Navidad (Holiday Cocktails) are perfect accompaniment to a Spanish meal: Eggsy Bitsy (Sherry wine, Bailey’s, Vanilla, Cream, Cinnamon, Egg White); Santa’s Spritz Aperol (Watermelon, Mixed Berries Compote, Cava) and Citrus Lantern Gin (Limoncello, Passionfruit, Citrus, Egg White).
Guests can also bring home a taste of Spain by ordering their Charcuterie To-Go, a selection of quesos & embutidos and comes with pan con tomate, grapes, walnuts & mango jam.
Feliz Navidad!
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Ovation Productions, promoter in the Philippines of the ROAD TO ULTRA electronic music festival presents world famous DJ Alesso on December 17, 2022 at the SMDC Festival Grounds. Also featured is Acraze.
Alesso (Alessandro Renato Rodolfo Lindblad) is a Swedish DJ and music producer who has worked with numerous artists, Including Tove Lo, Hailee Steinfeld, Calvin Harris, Katy Perry, Usher, David Guetta, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Liam Payne, among others. He has performed at numerous music festivals including Coachella, ULTRA, Electric Daisy Carnival, Creamfields, and Tomorrowland. In 2012, MTV named Alesso one of the “EDM Rookies to Watch” and has since gotten to be one of the world’s top DJs.
Hailing from Stockholm, Alesso won over his country from the very start of his career. His single Calling (Losing My Mind) with the legendary Swedish House Mafia’s Sebastian Ingrosso and Grammy award-winning OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder, was certified 2x Platinum in Sweden while also reaching no. 1 on Billboard’s US Hot Dance Club Songs.
Alesso’s ascension was sped up with the success of 2014’s Heroes (We Could Be) featuring Tove Lo which was certified platinum in the U.S. With his production genius and honest songwriting on full display, the track became a worldwide hit. Again, he reached no. 1 on Billboard’s US Dance Club Songs and was certified Platinum.
Alesso’s other hits include Remedy reaching no. 1 on the US Dance Airplay chart, When I’m Gone, Only You, If I Lose Myself, Under Control, In The Middle, Let Me Go, Is That For Me, among others.
With his music and visuals, Alesso creates experiences that have made him one of the genre’s most celebrated performers. In 2012, he joined Madonna as the opener during her MDNA tour. Alesso performs in Manila on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the SMDC Festival Grounds also featuring Acraze. Support Acts are Ace Ramos, Martin Pulgar, Marc Marasigan, Rico Arce, KATDJ, Deuce, Katsy Lee, and David Ardiente,
The much anticipated event is sponsored by ONE 2 SHOP, ANGKAS, TAPGO TV, and BUSINESS MIRROR. Radio partners are Wish 107.5, Magic 89.9, 99.5 Play FM, RX 93.1, Wave 89.1, Neo Retro 105.9, Home Radio 97.9. Produced by Ovation Productions. Tickets available via OVATIONTICKETS.COM and TICKETNET.COM.PH.
In Variety’s year-ender story, “The Best Films of 2022,” resident film critic Owen Gleiberman described I Wanna Dance with Somebody as “the kind of lavish impassioned all-stops-out pop-music biopic you either give in to or you don’t — and if you do, you may find yourself getting so emotional, baby.”
Gleiberman continues, “As Whitney Houston, Naomi Ackie is far from the singer’s physical double, yet she nails the hard part: channeling her incandescence. She shows you the freedom that made Houston tick and the self-doubt that ate away at her, until she fell from the mountaintop she’d scaled.”
The film’s director, Kasi Lemmons, is also cited for creating “a portrait of Houston’s dilemmas and demons that’s bracingly authentic, from the drugs to the family backstabbing to the love relationship with Robin Crawford (Nafessa Williams) that a homophobic society made her feel compelled to repress, from the attacks she weathered for her music being “not Black enough” to the self-destructive refuge she sought in her relationship with the sexy scurrilous lightweight Bobby Brown (Ashton Sanders). As Clive Davis, Stanley Tucci captures the Arista mogul’s bone-dry dictator-mensch savoir faire.”
The citation concludes with the ravishing acclaim — “Whitney gets dragged down by forces both in and outside her. Yet through it all, her voice, her songs, her artistry of faith shines like a rapturous light.”
I Wanna Dance with Somebody opens exclusively in cinemas across the Philippines on Sunday, January 08, 2023.
About I Wanna Dance With Somebody
I Wanna Dance with Somebody is a powerful and triumphant celebration of the incomparable Whitney Houston. Directed by Kasi Lemmons, written by Academy Award® nominee Anthony McCarten, produced by legendary music executive Clive Davis and starring BAFTA Award® winner Naomi Ackie, the film is a no-holds-barred portrait of the complex and multifaceted woman behind The Voice. From New Jersey choir girl to one of the best-selling and most awarded recording artists of all time, audiences are taken on an inspirational, poignant—and so emotional—journey through Houston’s trailblazing life and career, with show-stopping performances and a soundtrack of the icon’s most beloved hits as you’ve never heard them before. Don’t you wanna dance?
Directed by Kasi Lemmons, written by Anthony McCarten, produced by Anthony McCarten, Pat Houston, Clive Davis, Larry Mestel, Denis O’Sullivan, Jeff Kalligheri, Matt Jackson, Molly Smith, Trent Luckinbill, Thad Luckinbill, Matt Salloway, Christina Papagjika.
The film stars Naomi Ackie, Stanley Tucci, Ashton Sanders, Tamara Tunie, Nafessa Williams and Clarke Peters.
I Wanna Dance With Somebody is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #IWannaDanceMovie
Christmas is coming early this year for fans of “The Simpsons!” Today, Disney+ announced that the new short “The Simpsons meet the Bocellis in ‘Feliz Navidad’” will launch December 15 exclusively on the streaming service. In the upcoming short from “The Simpsons,” Homer surprises Marge with the ultimate gift: an unforgettable performance from Italian opera superstar Andrea Bocelli and his 25-year-old son Matteo and 10-year-old daughter Virginia. New key art featuring a first look at the Bocelli family in “The Simpsons”.
The festivities continue December 17 as “The Simpsons” celebrates 33 years since its first episode aired in 1989. The first 33 seasons of “The Simpsons” are currently available to stream on Disney+.
“The Simpsons meet the Bocellis in ‘Feliz Navidad’” is the latest in a collection of shorts from “The Simpsons” created exclusively for Disney+. The previously released shorts “Welcome to the Club,” “When Billie Met Lisa” (Emmy® nominated), “Maggie Simpson in ‘The Force Awakens from Its Nap’” (Emmy® nominated), “The Good, The Bart, and The Loki” and “The Simpsons in Plusaversary” are currently available on Disney+. All of these and more can be found in “The Simpsons” collection on the streaming service here: https://www.disneyplus.com/franchise/the-simpsons
In the spirit of giving, home internet service provider SKY Fiber boosts the speed promos of select Super Speed Plans while keeping the same monthly subscription fee so that new and existing subscribers can instantly enjoy faster and seamless connection during the holiday festivities this December until May 31, 2023.
Starting December 9, customers can avail the 50Mbps Plan priced at P1,699 per month and get up to 150Mbps speed for free. This is an increase of more than 70% from the previous speed boost promo of only up to 85Mbps.
Moreover, the 30Mbps Plan for P1,299 a month can now provide up to 45Mbps speed while the 100Mbps Plan for P2,299 a month provides up to 200Mbps within the promo period.
With such high-speed connectivity, families can conveniently stream shows together, connect with their loved ones through video calls, or join in virtual Christmas parties without interruption.
Further elevate the yuletide fun at home by getting a SKY Fiber Unli Broadband + HD Cable TV Plan. Aside from faster speed boosts, these plans can provide access to over 190 cable channels and hundreds of apps and games via the SKY Evo digibox included in the bundle.
The 40Mbps Unli Broadband + HD Cable TV Plan which costs P1,699 per month can now give up to 100Mbps speed compared to the 80Mbps free speed boost before. The 80Mbps cable-bundled plan priced at P2,499 per month also treats subscribers with speeds up to 170Mbps versus the former offer of up to 135Mbps only.
This December is the perfect time to switch to SKY Fiber because new subscribers of select plans who submit their application online can get an added treat of up to P400 free Jollibee e-GCs until December 31.
Brace yourself for Xiaomi’s 12-12 sale, which kicks off from December 12 to December 14, 2022. Christmas has indeed come early as you can get up to 66% off on a wide variety of Xiaomi products via Shopee and Lazada.
The flagship Xiaomi 12 Pro will be up for grabs for only Php 44,799 – a significant price drop from its regular price of Php 48,999. The regular Xiaomi 12 is also heavily discounted at only Php 35,799.
Smartphone Sale via Shopee & Lazada
The new Xiaomi 12T Pro, boasting a professional-level 200-megapixel primary camera, will be offered at Php 37,999, while the Xiaomi 12T is available for only Php 26,999.
Xiaomi’s budget smartphones have been discounted further for 12.12, with the Redmi 10A (3+64GB) now available for just Php 4,999, the Redmi 9C (3+64GB) priced at Php 4.590, the Redmi Note 11 (6+128GB) at Php 7,999 and the Redmi Note 10 Pro (6+128GB) discounted to Php 9,490.
Here’s a list of participating Xiaomi smartphones and their 12.12 prices via Shopee and Lazada:
Product
Exclusive 12.12 Price via Shopee & Lazada
Redmi 10A (3+64GB)
Php 4,999
Redmi 10C (4+64GB)
Php 5,399
Redmi 10C (4+128GB)
Php 6,599
Redmi 9C (3+64GB)
Php 4,590
Redmi 9C (4+128GB)
Php 5,790
Redmi Note 10 Pro (6+128GB)
Php 9,490
Redmi Note 10 Pro (8+128GB)
Php 11,490
Redmi Note 11 (4+64GB)
Php 5,990
Redmi Note 11 (6+128GB)
Php 7,999
Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G (8+128GB)
Php 16,999
Redmi Note 11S (6+64GB)
Php 7,999
Xiaomi 12 (8+256GB)
Php 35,799
Xiaomi 12 Lite (8+128GB)
Php 21,999
Xiaomi 12 Lite (6+128GB)
Php 20,999
Xiaomi 12 Pro (12+256GB)
Php 44,799
Xiaomi 12T (8+256GB)
Php 26,999
Xiaomi 12T Pro (12+256GB)
Php 37,999
Redmi Pad (4+128GB)
Php 10,999
Redmi Pad (6+128GB)
Php 12,999
Xiaomi AIoT products on sale via Lazada
Xiaomi’s amazing AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) products are also available in the 12.12 Sale. Gift your loved ones the best wearables, smart home appliances, entertainment gadgets, and more!
The Xiaomi Mi TV P1E 65″ Smart TV will be available for only Php 29,999, from its regular price of Php 33,999.
Other fantastic deals include the RedmiBook15 Laptop 11th Gen Intel® Core™. Sporting a beautiful 15.6-inch Full HD screen powered by up to Core i5-11300H processor, it will be available for only Php 34,999.
The Xiaomi Mi TV P1 32″ Android TV is priced at only Php 8290, while the stylish Xiaomi Smartwatch S1 Active is going for only Php 7,499.
Here’s a list of available AIoT products during the 12.12 Sale via Lazada:
Product
Exclusive 12.12 Price via Lazada
RedmiBook15 Laptop 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-11300H
Php 34,999
Xiaomi Smart Band 7
Php 2,199
Xiaomi Mi Wireless Outdoor Security Camera 1080p Set (Outdoor Camera & Indoor Receiver)
Php 4,199
Xiaomi Mi TV P1 32″ Android TV
Php 8,290
Xiaomi Mi TV P1 43″ Android TV
Php 14,990
Xiaomi Mi TV P1 50″ Android TV
Php 19,990
Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55″ Android TV
Php 21,990
Xiaomi Smart Watch S1 Active
Php 7,499
Xiaomi Smart Watch S1
Php 9,499
Xiaomi Router 4C (White)
Php 369
Redmi Buds 3 Pro
Php 2,399
Xiaomi Mi Motion Activated Night Light 2
Php 449
Xiaomi Mi Ionic Hair Dryer
Php 1,709
Xiaomi Mi 1.5L Electric Smart Kettle Pro – Fast Boiling Stainless Steel with LED Digital Screen and App Control via Bluetooth
Php 1,699
Xiaomi Mi Vacuum Mop Pro 2100Pa suction rate Sweep & Mo with LDS Laser Navigation
Php 13,599
Xiaomi Mi WiFi Router 4A Giga Version – Up to 128 Devices
Php 1,349
Xiaomi Mi Cordless Handheld Vacuum Cleaner Light
Php 6,799
Xiaomi Curved Gaming Monitor 34″
Php 20,999
Xiaomi Desktop Monitor 27″
Php 8,999
Xiaomi Desktop Monitor 1C 23.8″
Php 6,799
Redmi Watch 2 Lite Smart Watch (Blue)
Php 2,299
Xiaomi Mi Camera 2K (Magnetic Mount)
Php 1,259
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro
Php 10,599
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite
Php 5,599
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4
Php 7,899
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro
Php 15,999
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2
Php 11,399
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite
Php 7,899
Xiaomi Mi Vacuum Cleaner Mini
Php 1,499
Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro
Php 5,999
Don’t miss out on Xiaomi’s 12.12 Sale from December 12-14, 2022. Here’s a link to the participating Xiaomi smartphones onShopee andLazada. Meanwhile, Xiaomi’s participating AIoT products can be directly accessed via these links inShopee andLazada.
For more exclusive updates, follow Xiaomi’sFacebook page and visit the website for details.
The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) weaves distinct culture bound by colorful textile patterns and motifs to usher in the Yuletide season, to be launched on December 15, 5:30pm, with a holiday extravaganza featuring the hottest artists and performers in the country.
Dubbed “Binurda,” the CCP façade décors explore the embroidery heritage in the Philippines, highlighting the warp of cultural traditions interwoven with the weft of the Filipino people’s stories.
Conceptualized by CCP Production Design and Technical Division chief Ricardo Eric Cruz and his team, the Christmas façade décor features callado, the intricate embroidery and needlework detailing on piña jusi textile.
Through creative metalwork characterizing the pulling and tying of the warp and weft, the CCP travertine façade turns into a fabric embroidered with a distinct Sampaguita motif, complemented with other Philippine flora and fauna patterns and indigenous geometry designs.
Indigenous to the Philippines, and considered as one of its national flowers, sampaguita is often offered to welcome, send off, and show appreciation to family, friends and guests. For CCP, it is a fitting “grand facade” gesture of appreciation to our audiences who have supported the premiere arts institution for the past 53 years.
The tone-on-tone design of the CCP holiday decoration provides an understated elegance to the façade during the day, and seamlessly transitions to a dazzling light spectacle at night.
As the Main Building closes for renovation and restoration in the coming years, Binurda symbolizes the people’s anticipation and the artistic promise of fresh blossoming of a new culture and arts institution.
In one festive tapestry, the façade decoration will be sewn together with a grand concert, featuring performances by Bayanihan, The National Dance Company of the Philippines, the Nightingales, the Male Ensemble of the Philippines (MEP), and surprise performers.
Directed by Dexter Santos, the concert is divided into different suites that bind Filipinos – the Tanglaw Ng Hiraya, Pagmamapa sa Padron at Pinagmulan, Pagtatahi ng Ugnayan, Pagbubuhol at Pagbibigkis, and Paglaladlad at Pagdiriwang.
Each suite features varying music genres that encompass different periods and milieu. First suite brings audiences to a journey to the land of the dream weavers in the Southern Philippines; stitching the second suite, focusing on Muslim Filipino culture, music and dance.
Third suite highlights universality of faith, highlighting ecumenical elements; while the fourth suite puts the spotlight on familial ties and relationships. The concert culminates with communal celebrations.
Binurda concert and lighting event is open to the public. The façade decorations will run until January 2023.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, the new normal protocol of the CCP will still be implemented. Everyone is advised to wear a facemask upon entering the premises and bring a vaccination card/certificate (e-copies are allowed). Find out more about CCP’s new normal protocol here: https://bit.ly/CCPNewNormalProtocol2022.
Follow the official CCP social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok for the latest updates.
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, caps off the year with another #CEBSuperSeatFest on December 12 as it gifts everyJuan with a ChristMAS SULIT sale for everyJuan who wishes to travel to domestic and select international destinations.
For as low as PHP 12 one-way base fare (exclusive of fees, surcharges), Cebu Pacific’s three-day offer will run from December 12-14. Travel period is from June 1 to November 30, 2023.
“We want to inspire everyJuan to fly so we’re holding our final seat sale for the year. Do not miss out and grab the chance to book your dream trips for you and your loved ones,” said Carmina Romero, Cebu Pacific Corporate Communications Director.
The 12.12 #CEBSuperSeatFest allows everyJuan to experience the best of the Philippines – whether that’s a food adventure in General Santos, Zamboanga, Manila, Davao, or Iloilo; or a beach getaway in Palawan, Siargao, Bohol, Cebu, or Boracay.
CEB also made it easier for passengers to book those much-awaited international trips of their dreams to Dubai, Bali and Jakarta in Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia, Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi in Vietnam, and Singapore.
Passengers with existing travel funds may use these to pay for flights and add-ons during CEB’s seat sales. Apart from Travel Fund, other payment options may also be used, such as payment centers, credit/debit cards, and e-wallets.
To date, CEB flies to a total of 34 domestic and 19 international destinations. The airline continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew, 98% of whom have been boosted – all to ensure everyJuan flies safely and conveniently on Cebu Pacific.
Louis Tomlinson is back and ready to take a hold of the music scene again! He delighted fans last month when he released his long-awaited second album, “Faith In The Future,” which captures his optimistic world view.
Whilst recording the album, Louis had a specific goal: to produce a collection of songs befitting an anthemic live show. Fans who have listened to the album would know that he not only succeeded, but went above and beyond. The album portrays Louis in a more confident light, and it’s evident in how he experimented with his songs without losing his signature sound.
If you’re someone who wants to listen to Louis’ album on repeat, you’re in luck! Warner Music Philippines has “Faith In The Future” vinyls and CDs up for grabs for fans who will be joining their giveaway. See the details below:
Spot the Louis truck and get a chance to own a “Faith In The Future” Album!
It’s time to keep your eyes peeled for the Louis Tomlinson truck! By simply posting a video or photo with it, you get a chance to win incredible merch.
TikTok Mechanics
Post a video of you finding the Louis truck roaming around Metro Manila on TikTok and use the hashtag #SpotLouisTomlinsonMNL.
Tag @warnermusicph on your most impressive take on #SpotLouisTomlinson video on TikTok.
Don’t forget to use Louis Tomlinson’s Silver Tongue as audio on your video!
Your account must be public to qualify.
The giveaway is open to Philippine residents only.
The giveaway runs from December 9, 2022 to January 14, 2023.
Four (4) participants will be chosen via lucky draw, and will each get a vinyl of “Faith In The Future”!
Winners will be contacted via DM.
Twitter Mechanics
Post a photo of you with the Louis truck and use the hashtag #SpotLouisTomlinsonMNL.
Tag @warnermusicph,@Louis_Tomlinson and @LTHQOfficial on your post.
Your account must be public to qualify.
The giveaway is open to Philippine residents only.
The giveaway runs from December 9, 2022 to January 14, 2023.
Four (4) participants will be chosen via lucky draw, and will each get an album CD of “Faith In The Future”!
Winners will be contacted via DM.
The Louis truck will be taking different routes along Katipunan, Taft, Manila, Pasay, and C5. To get an idea on the truck’s whereabouts, fans simply have to check Warner Music Philippines’ official Facebook page.
Giveaway winners will surely enjoy having physical copies of “Faith In The Future,” and it’s something they can play over and over again because the album gets better with every listen.
Earlier this year, Louis announced extensive tour dates for North America, the UK and Europe for 2023. The tour will visit the US and Canada from May to July next year, followed by the UK and Europe from August to November, including a date at London’s O2 Arena. Fans in other parts of the world will have to wait and see if Louis will announce additional tour dates.
It’s clear that Louis took his time in creating “Faith In The Future,” and it was well worth the wait. As a musician, the English singer and songwriter continues to grow into his own person. He’s starting to show the full capabilities of his talents, something that’s obvious from the colorful variety in his album.
So whether you’re looking for an indie-punk inspired track, a summer anthem, or a poignant retrospective, “Faith In The Future” is the album for you.
