Rich, savory and hard to forget, just like Christmas memories, is Modern Shang’s Holiday special Braise Pork Knuckle (P998)
Cooked low and slow in a sweet and savory sauce, this popular Chinese dish is well-loved by Filipinos all over because of its melt-in-your-mouth texture that is so flavorful. It is definitely a good addition to your Christmas feast.
Order one or two for your Holiday gatherings at Modern Shang with branches at Trinoma Shangri-la Mall, ATC, My South Hall, Mall of Asia, Mckinley, Greenbelt, UP Town Center, Robinsons Magnolia, NOMO, Evia, Global South and Glorietta (soon to open).
With the holiday season around the corner, The LEGO Group today announced what kids desire the most this Christmas. In a survey conducted in partnership with global market research firm Dynata, it was found that of the 1,100 kids from the Asia-Pacific region surveyed, those between 3-12 years old most desire gifts that can harness their creativity and expression, while offering infinite ways to play.
Top of their wish list were toys that give them flexibility and freedom to play repeatedly in a myriad of ways (89%), while also allowing them to push the limits of their creativity (87%). The children also shared that they want toys that allow them to stretch their imagination. While screen-time has taken over both parents and kids’ lives, surprisingly, many kids still prefer physical toys over digital games, with close to 4 out of 5 kids surveyed choosing open-ended toys, as compared to just over half who chose digital games.
What is also of interest is that LEGO sets were desired by both boys and girls as the gift which they most wanted for Christmas (70% for boys and 60% for girls). Conversely, other toys had a large disparity in the genders that chose them – 50% of boys versus 15% of girls chose toys like action figures, while 56% of girls versus 8% of boys chose toys like dolls.
Top 10 LEGO sets for Christmas
To get families started, The LEGO Group has put together the top 10 sets of the year across themes like LEGO CITY, LEGO Technic, and LEGO Friends to build a child’s dream this Christmas!
For those who love some action, they can choose to suit up and solve crimes with 60316 LEGO CITY Police Station, a 3-level set featuring a police dog training area as well as story-inspiring details such as a possible prison break with a rubbish truck by crooks; or help build the city with 60324 LEGO CITY Mobile Crane that mimics the real life construction cranes on the road; or make tactical decisions with 42138 LEGO Technic Ford Mustang Shelby just like a race car driver using the augmented reality app and two pull-back motors to launch the vehicle.
For children who love adventures, they can make a splash with the 41720 LEGO Friends Waterpark that features the water cannon and spinning octopus; or spend a day role-playing as a princess in the 43024 LEGO Disney Princess Anna and Olaf’s Castle to enjoy hours of endless fun and storytelling opportunities. That’s not forgetting the vehicle-loving little ones who can develop fine motor skills with the 10959 LEGO DUPLO Police Station.
Other crowd favourites include71403 LEGO Super Mario™ Adventures with Peach Starter Course, 71772 LEGO NINJAGO The Crystal King, and the 11021 LEGO Classic 90 Years of Play.
Families can also gather around and fill the room with holiday spirit with the 41711 LEGO Friends Emma’s Art School that features a beautifully styled art school building and detailed set parks.
In the spirit of giving, shoppers can look out for promotions of some of these sets as well as gifts with purchases at the LEGO Certified Stores. They can enjoy discounts for these top 10 gifts for up to 29% OFF. There will also be a Rebuild the World mall event by The LEGO Group at SM North EDSA Annex from November 25 to December 31 as well as in Robinsons Mall Magnolia Atrium from December 12 to December 23.
Rohan Mathur, Marketing Director, Southeast Asia at The LEGO Group, said: “This Christmas, we are keen to enable children in the Philippines to build a playful holiday together with their families as we take pride in the open-ended play offered by our Top 10 sets that meets their desire to have creative and infinite ways to build and rebuild.”
There are new reasons why we say “It’s always Friday at TGIFridays! “ These are their new cocktails – some sweet, boozy, fruity , sour but all spot-on whichever you choose.
These cocktails can be a great part of any Holiday celebration. Imagine being awed by skillful and energetic bartenders displaying their bartending flair, tossing bottles and glasses mid-air and catching them at the perfect time without a spill! Check out these new drinks you can pair with your favorite dishes – Mango Habanero (vodka, triple sec, monin pomegranate, fresh sour, agave nectar, tabasco, lime wheel and rosemary); Disco Mule ( vodka, fresh sour, ginger beer, blue sparkle, silver sparkle, butterfly pea); Dazzling Combo (vodka, cranberry juice, cotton candy, edible glitter, gummy bear skewer); Negroni ( Campari, vermouth, premium gin); Teqtonic (tequila, tonic water, dehydrated lime wheel, butterfly pea) and Guabana ( white rum, fresh sour, Guyabano syrup, mint leaves).
Make It A Double This Christmas!
At Fridays, the number two is a happy number. Make it a double or make it two! That’s their Christmas promotion meant for sharing by 2 to 3 persons. The hearty servings of these shareable platters include Catch of the Season (whiskey-glazed salmon and whiskey glazed shrimps – P945); Sweet Savory Combo (teriyaki chop and leg quarter)- P845; Top Shelf Pairing (whiskey glazed baby back rib and whiskey glazed grilled chicken breast – 960) and Seared + Frizzled (teriyaki chop, cajun shrimps- P795). All are served with seasonal vegetables and choice of mashed potato or garlic rice.
Everywhere in the world, sports and football fans are looking forward to the FIFA WORLD CUP 2022 with heightened anticipation. It is with much excitement then that Buffalo Wild Wings announces the live streaming of this much-awaited event at their branches at Estancia Mall, Capitol Commons in Pasig and at the Uptown Mall in BGC. Watch the exhilarating games on high-resolution monitors all over the stores. Guests have access to these wherever they look. Can’t miss the action!
The games will be live streamed during restaurant hours (11am to 10pm, Sunday to Thursday and 11 am to 11 pm, Friday and Saturday at Estancia Mall and 10am to 11pm daily at Uptown Mall).
While enjoying the games rooting for your favorite teams, have a taste of classic American comfort food, specifically the restaurant’s award-winning Buffalo wings handspun in signature sauces and seasonings ranging from Sweet BBQ to Blazin’.
Then, try their new Chicken Tenders. Crispy has never tasted this good when one bites into these golden brown treats, hand battered, breaded and fried to a delectable crisp. Choose from Buffalo Wild Wings’ arsenal of sauces and seasonings – from tangy, garlicky, sweet, smokey, hot and very hot!!! Feast on these Chicken Tenders with Mojitos in new, boozy yet refreshing flavors – Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Cucumber and Wild Berry. They’re quite a perfect pairing.
It was in 1982 when Jim Disbrow and Scott Lowery founded Buffalo Wild Wings, shortly after the two friends moved to Ohio from Buffalo. Driven by their craving for New York’s popular bar food that was nowhere to be found in Ohio, Jim and Scott opened their own wing joint instead near The Ohio State University campus. Three decades later, the modest wing joint has grown into an influential brand with over 1,000 locations in the United States and in other parts of the world.
Wings. Tenders. Mojitos plus FIFA World Cup. Need we say more?
Soirée by Retail Lab, a fashion, home, and lifestyle shopping affair, is bringing together over 150 homegrown brands on December 2-4 at The Fifth, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center, Makati City, just in time to give you a head start on your holiday shopping.
“The goal of the event is to give an opportunity for local businesses, Instagram brands, small labels, and startups to showcase and sell their products,” says Claud Baron-Paulino, co-founder of Retail Lab. “For some, we hope that the event can also kickstart their business, especially after the pandemic. We also want to show that the local retail industry is alive and booming.”
Retail Lab Founders Claud Baron-Paulino and Rosanna Aranaz
“It’s been a long time since the last Soirée, so we’re excited to gather both old and new merchants and have everyone together under one roof again. There are also so many new local brands and businesses that have opened during the pandemic, and we are excited to introduce them all to our shoppers at this year’s event,” says Rosanna Aranaz, co-founder of Retail Lab.
For its much-awaited comeback, Soirée by Retail Lab has curated over 150 booths for a weekend of fun Christmas shopping packed with great holiday gift ideas, special deals, and more.
“For this year’s Soirée, we wanted to make it feel like a cozy Christmas gathering. After the past two Christmases we’ve all had, we wanted to make it feel like you are finally coming home,” adds Aranaz.
Soirée guests can score free entrance tickets by pre-registering at https://bit.ly/soireeholiday.
For more information, follow Soirée and Retail Lab on Facebook and Instagram (@RetailLabPH and @soireebyretaillab). See you at the Soirée!
This fitness activation took place in four different boutique fitness studios: Electric Studio for that cardio fix, ONELIFE Private Studio to elongate the body, Polecats to learn how to move confidently, and now Rebel to lean in and discover that well of inner strength.
Each event was met with excitement from present content creators and members of the media, especially those who hadn’t done the chosen activities before. Because there were four different studios, each with different exercises, Cetaphil was able to provide a variety of experiences.
Cetaphil encouraged everyone to get fit in the name of holistic health, after which a full wash with Cetaphil Ultra Protect was encouraged because Cetaphil knows that the skin is the first line of defense against germs; hence it is necessary to make it as fit as the body.
Bodies were sweating in full force, muscles were pushed to the limit, and endorphins reached an all-time high, all in time to try Cetaphil Ultra Protect and to see the importance of having a clean, moisturized body.
Cetaphil Ultra Protect
Cetaphil Ultra Protect is a cleansing bar that combines the benefits of wider germ protection with gentle yet intense skin hydration.
There are no compromises with its 3D Derma-Mimic Technology that cleanses the skin at an antimicrobial level with a dermatological tried-and-tested formulation, which repairs the skin barrier’s defense against water loss.
It washes away 99.9% of germs and is specifically designed for frequent daily use, preventing and soothing skin irritation. The skin is now instantly protected and hydrated.
As the holidays are coming up and it is once more time to see friends and family, now more than ever, it is time to #BeUltraProtected with Cetaphil Ultra Protect.
The new Cetaphil Ultra Protect Antimicrobial Cleansing Bar is available at the official Cetaphil Philippines stores in Lazada and Shopee. You can also find Cetaphil products at Mercury Drug, Watsons’ stores, and supermarkets nationwide.
Paramount Pictures Presents A Marc Platt / Wild Chickens / Organism Pictures Production A Damien Chazelle Film BABYLON.
From Damien Chazelle, BABYLON is an original epic set in 1920s Los Angeles led by Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie and Diego Calva, with an ensemble cast including Jovan Adepo, Li Jun Li and Jean Smart. A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess, it traces the rise and fall of multiple characters during an era of unbridled decadence and depravity in early Hollywood.
Written and directed by Damien Chazelle, produced by Marc Platt, Matthew Plouffe, Olivia Hamilton, executive produced by Michael Beugg, Tobey Maguire, Wyck Godfrey, Helen Estabrook, Adam Siegel
Starring Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Diego Calva, Jean Smart, Jovan Adepo, Li Jun Li, P.J. Byrne, Lukas Haas, Olivia Hamilton, Tobey Maguire, Max Minghella, Rory Scovel, Katherine Waterston, Flea, Jeff Garlin, Eric Roberts, Ethan Suplee, Samara Weaving, Olivia Wilde
Babylon is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Connect with #BabylonMovie and tag @paramountpicsph
Photo & Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”
Solane has been a trusted companion of Filipino households when it comes to cooking for over 50 years, may it be simple #LutongSolane meals at home or grand and festive celebrations and get-togethers. This Christmas, Solane wants to make sure that more Filipinos enjoy their meals and celebrations without breaking the bank, even if they want to enjoy festive meals outside the house.
Chef Marky unveils the content of the mystery box he received from Solane
Solane is unveiling Solane Sakto, its mini-LPG tank holding 1.4 kilograms of kitchen fuel, perfect for budget-conscious households, students, small families, and small businesses. For the more adventurous types, Solane Sakto is also a great addition to cooking equipment to bring – no more canned food for camping!
It’s the same safe, sustainable, and quality kitchen fuel Filipinos have known, but in a sakto size!
“We have long cultivated Filipinos’ passion for cooking and celebration by providing safe and quality kitchen fuel over the decades through Solane LPG,” said Jose Antonio Gonzalez, CEO of Isla LPG, the company behind Solane. “Through the ‘tingi’ version of our trusted Solane LPG, we want more Filipinos to have access to affordable and quality kitchen fuel without compromising safety.”
To show how Solane Sakto is the perfect companion for celebrating food outside the house, Solane hosted the ‘Saktong Salu-salo with Solane’ event. Guests were treated to mouthwatering dishes while enjoying an energetic chitchat with cooking enthusiast and proud long-time Solane user Suzi Entrata-Abrera.
Guests took turns guessing the weight of Solane Sakto’s LPG content.
Chef Mark Joseph Bartolome, known as Chef Marky on Tiktok, demonstrated how to cook simple yet filling chicken fajitas, showing how the Solane Sakto is easy to install on existing LPG or canister-fed cooking stoves.
Guests also sampled best-selling dishes from some of the trendiest small businesses in the metro: Kahatea, Airballs 320, and Hungry Homies.
Solane Marketing Manager Kathy Mendez Cabisada and Solane Product Manager Gilbert Roque join Suzi and Chef Marky in exploring the new Solane Sakto LPG
Swak Benefits in a Sakto Size
Solane Sakto’s saktong laki and saktong gaan makes it perfect for limited spaces and kitchens, such as condominium units, student dormitories and compact apartments.
Designed with a collar handle for better grip, Solane Sakto is also portable enough to take anywhere, and can be used outdoors, perfect for out-of-town vacations, picnics, and camping.
Priced at PHP 150 per refill, Solane Sakto is affordable and is a safer alternative than charcoal fuel wood and other dangerous fuel sources such as LPG-refilled butane canisters. It is the only small LPG SKU that is safe and compliant with the Department of Energy for indoor use.
One Solane Sakto tank can last up to a week of cooking for the typical family of five. During unforeseen situations or emergencies, it can be used as a backup LPG tank, lasting up to 3-4 days for heavy cooking.
Like Solane 11 kilogram AS and POL tanks, authentic Solane Sakto cylinders also carry the important markings that certify their registration, the specific standards used, the date the cylinder was tested, as well as the tare weight in kilograms which is around 4.1 kg. Genuine Solane Sakto LPG tanks also come with a white biodegradable seal.
To order Verified Solane LPG, customers may call the Solane Hatid Bahay Hotline +63 2 8887 5555 (Metro Manila) or place their orders through the Solane mobile app or through the Web Ordering Platform. For inquiries, they may also text or call +63 918 8875555 or +63 917 8977555 or send a message to Solane’s Facebook Messenger account.
After a hiatus of two years, one of Metro Manila’s most enduring holiday traditions – The Peninsula Manila’s “Christmas Concert at The Pen” – is back! On December 4th, Sunday, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, The Lobby of The Peninsula Manila will once again resound with the joyous sounds of Christmas as it is transformed into a grand concert hall.
The famed “Christmas Concert at The Pen” concert – now on its 37th season – has always been regarded as The Peninsula Manila’s Christmas gift to the community. And this year, the hotel has put together a memorable musical repertoire (one with many firsts) that is sure to get festive spirits rightly tuned for the days of celebration ahead.
Wielding the baton and directing the much-loved musical extravanganza for the very first time in its long history is National Artist for Music Maestro Ryan Cayabyab.
Maestro Ryan Cayabyab
Maestro Ryan Cayabyab will be teaming up at the concert with the Manila SymphonyOrchestra (MSO) which, coincidentally, was the first orchestra to play at the annual holiday concert when it debuted in 1983 with (future) National Artist for Music Lucio San Pedro conducting. Since then, “Christmas Concert at The Pen” has stayed true to its hallmark philosophy – the promotion of Philippine art and culture and a showcase of local talent where Filipino artists are accompanied by a Filipino orchestra.
Manila Symphony Orchestra
The 2022 “Christmas Concert at The Pen” artist’s line-up also stars soprano Jade Rubis Riccio and “The Voice Philippines” alumnus Poppert Bernadas.
Poppert Bernadas
The featured choir this year is the critically-acclaimed French children’s choir – Les Petits Chanteurs a la Croix de Bois – whose performance is one of the highlights of the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Filipino-French diplomatic relations.
Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo
Another first is the guest appearance of Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, widely considered to be the “first lady” of Philippine musical theatre. She will be the host of this year’s concert.
“Christmas Concert at The Pen” will open with the MSO accompanying Jade Rubis Riccio and Poppert Bernadas in “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” one of the Top 10 Christmas songs of all time that’s been described as “a celebration of the Christmas season, and of friends and families.”
Jade Rubis Riccio
Maestro Ryan Cayabyab says this year’s concert will be “a love song to music and musicians” after years of lockdown.
“We all feel like it’s a new beginning,” adds Masahisa Oba, The Peninsula Manila General Manager.“There’s so much hope. The whole program is a celebration of music and our love for it. We are also very excited and honored to have Maestro Ryan Cayabyab at the helm along with a raft of very talented artists.”
In closing, General Manager Masahisa Oba has one last bit of advice to all those who want to catch the concert: “Book and reserve your tables ahead of time or come early because seats are on a first-come basis!”
The 37th season of “Christmas Concert at The Pen” will be held on Sunday, December 4, 2022, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at The Lobby of The Peninsula Manila.
For The Lobby patrons, confirmed seating will be provided at P20,000 for a table of 4 (with a deluxe set festive merienda) or P50,000 for a table of 10 (with a deluxe set festive merienda and two bottles of Champagne).
Seating at The Upper Lobby will be on first-come, first serve basis with a P3,000 consumable feeper person (with a set festive merienda).
Prices are in Philippine Pesos which include VAT, a 10% service charge, and applicable local taxes.
Get in the festive spirit with the best Christmas carols, Broadway love songs, and Gershwin classics with “Christmas Concert at The Pen.”
For inquiries or reservations, please call +63 (2) 887-2888, extensions 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.
Glimmering with elegance, Dusit Thani Manila just added a sparkle to the season with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony held last November 17 to officially mark the start of the festive celebrations in the hotel.
The event commenced with the tree lighting led by general manager Stanley Lo and joined by Dusit Thani Philippines Inc., president and vice chairman Evelyn Singson, vice mayor of Makati Monique Lagdameo, designer Jerry Sibal and Department of Tourism NCR director Sharlene Batin. One of the country’s musical treasures Kuh Ledesma also graced the evening and serenaded the guests with classical favorites and heart-warming Christmas hymns. The annual tradition was graced by corporate partners, industry partners, media and representatives from diplomatic corps. To give a sparkly holiday twist on a classic tradition, Dusit has once again commissioned the New York-based and Filipino premier events designer, Jerry Sibal. Taking the non-traditional route, Sibal dressed up the lobby with a unique structural art piece composed of Christmas tree adorned with brilliant lights and crystal ornaments, and a majestic shiny reindeer to bring a Yuletide glow to the iconic hotel lobby.
The ceremony also showcased the joyous Christmas treats in store for the hotel’s patron and clientele. You can count on Dusit Thani Manila to make your holiday sparkle with joy as you create memorable moments with your family or friends. From Christmas Rush room package, dining offers, Christmas hampers, to food and beverage vouchers and Devarana Spa vouchers, Dusit Thani Manila dazzles with special moments.
Celebrate the holidays that sparkle as you enjoy the magic of time spent with loved ones. To know more about our holiday offerings, call 7238 8888.
