Jollibee is making the holiday season sweeter with the return of their Choco Mallow Pieand their new dessert, the Choco Crumble Sundae.
The Jollibee Choco Mallow Pie is back with its signature crispy, golden brown pie crust that bursts with a combo of rich chocolate and fluffy marshmallow filling in every bite! The snackable treat is also available in 3 Pies To-Go and 6 Pies To-Go for bigger groups and cravings.
Meanwhile, the new Jollibee Choco Crumble Sundae made with KitKat offers a generous heap of KitKat Bits, Kitkat Spread, rich chocolate syrup, and crunchy chocolate coating on top of a creamy vanilla soft-serve ice cream.
“What’s a holiday celebration without dessert or a sweet snack that every member of the family can indulge in? With the Choco Mallow Pie and Choco Crumble Sundae, we hope to provide customers with a truly enjoyable Christmas treats to complete every gathering. After 2 or so years, we’re finally able to get together with family and friends, so it’s time to indulge and give in to our sweet cravings for that all-out Christmas celebration,” said Pam Reyes, AVP for Marketing of Jollibee, in a statement.
Jollibee’s Choco Mallow Pie and Choco Crumble Sundae with KitKat are available for a limited time only. The Choco Mallow Pie is available for P49 while the Choco Crumble Sundae is priced at P55 (Prices vary). Visit www.jollibee.com.ph to find Jollibee stores near you. You can also order via delivery through the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, and #87000. You may also order via Drive-Thru and Take Out.
The Yuletide season is upon us once again, and New World Makati Hotel celebrates while giving back to the community through “A Season that Sustains”. From a 25-foot Christmas tree adorned with compostable wood, abaca rope, and paper ornaments, to room packages that come with upcycled coffee capsules as take-home tree décor and supports feeding programs for undernourished children, as well as a charity dinner for the benefit of children with cancer, coming together means having thoughtful and enjoyable experiences that sustain both the environment and the community in this season of giving.
A Christmas Tree with Sustainable Decor
As you enter the lobby, a 25-foot tree and bright, festive décor warmly greets guests while embellished with recyclable and sustainable ornaments made of wood, abaca rope, and paper, enhanced with sparkling lights and garlands, indeed making you feel that the holiday spirit is truly here.
A Season of Stays Holiday Giveaway
True to the spirit of giving back to not only the community but also to guests, every room stay from December until January 1 is equal to one raffle entry to the A Season of Stays Holiday Giveaway raffle. Among the exciting prizes up for grabs are two-night accommodations with breakfast for two in: a Deluxe room at Rosewood Hotel Bangkok with roundtrip airfare, a Garden Pool Villa at Rosewood Hotel Phu Quoc, an Executive room at Rosewood Hotel Phnom Penh, and a Superior Ocean View room at New World Hoiana Hotel.
Stays and dining experiences at New World Makati Hotel are also being raffled off, such as overnight stays with breakfast for two in a Director’s Suite and Residence Club room, as well as all-you-can-eat lunch or dinner at Jasmine restaurant for four and at Café 1228 for two.
Christmas and New Year Room Packages
Mother and son enjoying Christmas lights
Spending the holidays here for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day includes a customized tree ornament made from used coffee capsules by NVC Foundation. Proceeds from each ornament benefited the foundation’s feeding program for undernourished children from all over the Philippines. On December 24 and 25, a Christmas activity and play area will be at the ballroom from 2 to 6pm with inflatable games, a kiddie salon, and a cupcake and cookie decorating class. Those staying for New Year’s Eve also get a 10% discount to the countdown party at the ballroom.
Festive Stays Throughout the Season
It’s likewise never to early or late to book a memorable holiday stay, as festive room packages from December 1 to January 8 excluding Christmas and New Year include experiences for families, couples, and friends alike. Families can spend quality time in a cozy room with buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids, sharing Christmas-themed cakesicles for four with a jug of milk or juice and a TimeZone Powercard worth PHP500 to be used at the Greenbelt arcade right across the hotel. Friends are treated to buffet breakfast for three, three Christmas cocktails at The Lounge, and three movie tickets to the Greenbelt cinema. As for couples, their room package includes buffet breakfast for two, a holiday cake with a bottle of sparkling wine, evening cocktails at the 24 th floor Living Room, and a special offer voucher from two Greenbelt boutiques.
A Charity Dinner for Kythe Foundation
A charity dinner on December 7 at the Glasshouse indulges diners to an exclusive six-course degustation menu with wine pairing courtesy of Executive Chef Giovanni Sias which includes Pumpkin truffle steamed ravioli, Housemade smoked duck prosciutto with porcini mushroom panna cotta and port jelly reduction, Chestnut cappuccino soup with mushroom muffin, Sous vide lamb loin in parsley crust, Rustï leeks potatoes cake with ube and pumpkin cream, asparagus tips, and balsamic vinegar sauce, Campari and lemon sorbet, Norwegian salmon fillet with edamame beans, vegetable chess board, black and white champagne sauce concluded by dessert, The Saffron Bomb. Proceeds will benefit the Kythe Foundation, whose programs care for children undergoing cancer treatment. The menu is priced at PHP5,000 nett per guest.
More dining experiences as well as gifting options complete the festive activities at the hotel, from hearty Christmas and New Year dinners at the Café 1228 buffet restaurant, to special set menus at the premium Chinese outlet, Jasmine, and gift-worthy sweets and treats at The Shop.
All of New World Makati Hotel’s enticing offers this holiday season can be viewed through the digital brochure: https://bit.ly/NW2022FestiveBrochure. For more information and online reservations, guests can call (63 2) 8-811-6888, e-mail manila@newworldhotels.com, or visit https://manila.newworldhotels.com/en/promotions/. They can also follow the official Facebook and Instagram accounts for the latest news and offers.
Filipino families have different ways of enjoying Noche Buena during Christmas. Some usually have their go-to dishes, including recipes that were passed down from moms and lolas.
One staple in Noche Buena spreads are pasta dishes, like macaroni salad and sweet Filipino spaghetti. While you have favorite recipes na nakasanayan, you can try something new to make your pasta dishes extra special for Christmas this year. To do this, make sure that you have quality ingredients, like El Real Pasta, to whip up a delicious dish that your loved ones will enjoy.
The possibilities with pasta or “pastabilities” are endless, so here are some recipes you can do for your Christmas spread:
Creamy Bistek Tagalog Pasta
Incorporate the flavors of the Filipino-favorite ulam Bistek Tagalog to your pasta dish, but with a creamy twist. The beef will be marinated in soy sauce, calamansi, and garlic for 30 minutes before pan-frying and simmering it in marinade. Complete the savory sauce with all-purpose cream and let it simmer for a couple minutes or until thick. Mix in the al dente El Real Flat Spaghetti, and top it with onion rings, chopped spring onions, and parmesan cheese.
See the full Creamy Bistek Tagalog Pasta recipe here.
Sushi Bake
This popular merienda can also become a hit during Noche Buena. Recreate a sushi bake by switching up the rice with El Real Elbow Macaroni. Just mix the macaroni with homemade aburi sauce and top it off with shredded crab sticks, diced mangoes, and ebiko flakes. Bake it in an oven for 10 minutes, and voila, you have a pasta-fied sushi bake in time for Noche Buena.
Did you know that you can add lechon to your pasta dish? The Lechon Paksiw Pasta uses El Real Flat Spaghetti with shredded lechon meat, lechon sauce, all-purpose cream, and various vegetables for the sauce. This savory pasta dish may not be your usual recipe, but the tasty lechon paksiw flavor of the pasta will surely impress guests. It’s also a great way to use up leftover lechon from previous gatherings and incorporate the ingredient to your Noche Buena meal.
Make your El Real Spaghetti fancy by turning it into Pasta Valenciana. This Spanish paella-inspired dish is made with tomato paste, onion, and garlic for the sauce, and chicken and carrots for the toppings. It requires you to place the pasta in the sauce while it’s simmering in a saucepan until the bottom is toasted. Assemble the Pasta Valenciana and serve for a hearty Noche Buena meal.
For dessert, you can make an elevated version of the classic macaroni salad using walnuts and cashews. After prepping and cooking the El Real Elbow Macaroni and fruit cocktail, mix them in a bowl with Kremdensada until they’re well-incorporated. Top it off with cheese, walnuts, and cashews for an added saltiness and crunchiness. This will be the perfect ending for your Noche Buena.
See the full Nutty Rainbow Salad Delight recipe here. Make Christmas more special and memorable with El Real Pasta. Find more inspiration and discover more creative pasta recipes for your Noche Buena needs over at the Real Pastabilities website www.realpastabilities.com.
With the holidays coming up, we can’t help but dream of the mouthwatering feasts that will grace our tables for our Noche Buena and Media Noche. Of course, when it comes to our biggest celebrations, the beloved lechon is always present to make such meals even more special, with its tender meat and that crispy skin!
If you’re on the lookout for places where you can order the roasted pig that will rule your celebratory spread, then this list is for you! Here are some of the places where you can order this holiday fave!
Contact them through these numbers: 8731-7551-52 / 8732-4116, or through Viber: 0917 622 1695. You can also message them on Facebook and Instagram. Visit their shop at the 3/F Foodhall, Fishermall, Quezon City.
Contact them at 032 2317615, or via these mobile numbers 0922 8268133 and 09274406891. You can also message them on Facebook and Instagram. See their prices here.
Contact them through these numbers: 0917 863 2282 and 0917 836 2282. You can also shop and check the prices through their website, www.abubslechon.com. For more updates, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
Contact them through these numbers: 0917-189-6465, 0919-004-2865, and 029716465. For more information and updates, you can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram. See their prices here.
Contact these numbers: 0920 123 9999, 256-7150, 656-2005, 961-9934, or visit the Balai Mart website to order. You can also order through their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. See their prices here.
See their contact numbers per branch and price list here. You may also order through their website, lydias-lechon.com. For more information and updates, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
For Manila orders, you can contact them through 0908 873 4755, or visit their website www.zubuchonorders.com. For more updates, follow them on Facebook and Instagram. See their prices here.
To order, you can message them through 0917 866 0662. Click here for more details. You can check out their prices here, and follow them for more updates on Instagram.
Contact them through these numbers: 09188282647 (Gilmore, QC), 09167068223 / 09998785384 (Reposo, Makati), or 09266529702 (BGC, Taguig). For the latest updates, follow them on Facebook. See their prices here.
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The fun spirit that is truly TGI Fridays is more alive than ever. To celebrate Fridays’ 28th anniversary in the country, an exciting one-day promo will be held on December 12: Grab their signature Chicken Fingers for just P28!
A restaurant classic, it is a mainstay on the menu since 1965 when the first TGI Fridays was founded in New York. These hand-battered, deep-fried golden chicken tenders are a favorite choice of guests across all ages.
Enjoy a serving along with other signature dishes like burgers and ribs with luscious desserts and wide beverage menu. All these amidst a vibrant and happy vibe that makes every day feels like Friday.
This offer for dine-in only with maximum of 2 redemptions per transaction. Follow @tgifridaysph.
Last December 4, M Bakery spread the holiday cheer to even more people with its third branch at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong. With Christmas-themed desserts in tow, the world-famous bakery has geared up for the holiday season with an array of freshly baked desserts perfect for reunions, parties, and gifting.
Baking Fresh Daily at SM Megamall
M stands for Megamall as the NYC-based bakery opens its doors at the Upper Ground Level, Mega B at SM Megamall this December 4, Sunday. Customers can expect the same freshly baked goodies that have made M Bakery a favorite dessert destination in the metro, offering its world-famous banana pudding, signature cupcakes, cookies, brownies, cheesecakes, tres leches, and so much more. The first 50 customers on opening days (December 4 and December 5) get a complimentary small Classic Banana Pudding for every PhP 500 purchase.
M Bakery Winter Cakes
“We know many of our loyal customers wanted us to open more branches, so we are closer and more accessible to them. We are excited to finally open in Megamall this December, in time for the holidays. We continue our commitment to share the same NYC experience with our patrons. We’re likewise excited to offer our Holiday-themed desserts perfect for this season as more and more people go out of their homes to celebrate with family and friends,” shares Stewart Ong, Managing Partner of M Bakery Philippines.
Christmas Cupcakes to bring joy this season
M Bakery is rolling out its Holiday collection ideal for family reunions, parties, Noche Buena and gifting.
M Bakery’s Christmas Cupcakes and Mini Christmas Cupcakes up for grabs.
M Bakery’s Christmas Cupcakes are made with vanilla and chocolate cakes, topped with vanilla or chocolate buttercream and finished off with festive Christmas decons. Order per piece (PhP 165) or by box of 2 (PhP 330) or 6 (PhP 900). It also comes in mini size by the dozen. (PhP 840).
Limited-Edition Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake
M Bakery also features a special limited-edition cupcake, the Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake. Bite into chocolate peppermint flavor with this delectable treat made of moist chocolate cupcake iced with red and white peppermint meringue buttercream and topped with crushed peppermint candies.
M Bakery’s Winter-Themed Cakes Make for Eye-Catching Centerpieces in Any Christmas Spread
Add sparkle to your Christmas spread with M Bakery’s winter-themed cakes. These are offered in classic vanilla, chocolate or red velvet cake as base and come with a variety of intricate buttercream designs to choose from:
There’s the Snowman Cake (6” size for Php 2,300 and 9” size for PhP 2,850). While the Bottle Brush Tree Cake is designed with pastel blue or pastel pink buttercream icing with white or green sanding sugar. (6” size for PhP 2,450 and 9” size for PhP 3,100).
The Lights & Gifts Christmas Cake (6” size for PhP 2,450 and 9” size for PhP 3,100)
Also get to choose between The Lights & GiftsChristmas Cake (6” size for PhP 2,450 and 9” size for PhP 3,100) or the Winter Cake thatfeatures different winter-themed designs (price starts at PhP 2,300.)
Yule Log Cake with Vanilla Buttercream (Prices start at PhP 2,300)
The Yule Log Cake is available in red vanilla, chocolate, or red velvet cake with vanilla or chocolate buttercream. (Prices start at PhP 2,300.) Also try the Holiday Red Velvet Cake, which is made of red velvet cake iced with white and green vanilla buttercream and decorated with holly confetti sprinkles. (6” size for PhP 2,200 and 9” size for PhP 3,250).
The Chocolate Peppermint Cake is chocolate cake topped with white and red peppermint meringue buttercream icing. (6” size for PhP 2,300 and 9” size for Php 3,250).
M Bakery’s Delectable Holiday Gift Boxes
M Bakery’s limited-time Holiday gifting collection features best-selling cookies, bars and brownies, famous Banana Pudding and more. These treats are crafted to add the ultimate sweetness this Holiday season.
For those who have a sweet tooth, the Baker’s Choice Bar Assortment (PhP 1,950) is a great choice coming in a delicious assortment of four pieces each of double fudge brownies, chocolate chunk brownies, and magic cookie bars.
For cookie lovers, the Baker’s Choice Cookie Assortment (PhP 1,500) offers its best-selling classic cookies that includes 12 pieces each of chocolate chunk cookies and oatmeal raisin cookies.
For chocolate lovers, the Brownie and Blondie Flavor Box (PhP 650) would be perfect with two pieces each of M Bakery’s decadent brownies and blondies inside a Christmas gift box.
M Bakery’sCare Package (PhP2,200) includes six pieces each of M Bakery’s chocolate chunk blondies, double fudge brownies, and chocolate chunk cookies.
The Chocolate Chunk Cookie Favor Box (PhP 450) features six of M Bakery’s classic chocolate chunk cookies while the Cutout Sugar Cookie Favor Box (PhP 450) includes six classic sugar cookies in a variety of seasonal shapes.
The Holiday Cookie Sampler (PhP 1,500) is an assortment of M Bakery’s bestselling cookies. This everything-in-one box includes six pieces each of gingersnaps, sugar cutout cookies, jammy thumbprints, and cinnamon-y snickerdoodles.
Feel the taste of home with M Bakery’s Home for the Holidays (PhP 990) with six jammy thumbprints, six snowballs, and six chocolate crinkles. ‘Tis the Season (PhP 2,450) is perfect for Christmas parties or potlucks as this tray includes 12 pieces each of M Bakery’s jammy thumbprints, snickerdoodles, cutout sugar cookies, gingersnaps, and holiday confetti cookies.
Banana Pudding Party Bowl
Looking for a showstopper for your next gathering? Let your guests indulge in M Bakery’s iconic Banana Pudding Party Bowl, featuring layers of vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and creamy pudding. It’s available in various flavors and comes in a small bowl good for 8 – 10 pax (PhP 2,300) or large bowl good for up to 20 pax (PhP 3,250).
M Bakery Gift Certificates
Can’t decide which gift to buy for loved ones? M Bakery offers its exclusive Gift Certificates that come in denominations of PhP 500 and PhP 1,000, so they can visit M Bakery’s different branches to get decadent desserts they fancy.
Drop by the flagship store at Lower Ground of One Bonifacio High Street Mall, Bonifacio Global City, or call (+632) 847-9829 or (+63) 917-633-1718 to get your baked treats or to place your advance orders.
Get to also visit M Bakery’s other stores in Power Plant Mall (2nd floor) in Rockwell, Makati City, and in SM Megamall (Upper Ground Level, Mega B).
You may also find M Bakery on GrabFood, Food Panda, and Pick.A.Roo. To learn more about M Bakery’s products and treats, follow M Bakery on Facebook or Instagram.
Answering the need for quick, yet hearty and tasty fare of nutritious meals, SaladStop! continues to stay rooted to its commitment of Eating Wide Awake by finding the best possible ingredients to feed the mind and the body and empowering customers to eat better.
8 Years Strong
The Singapore-based healthy food chain first opened its doors in 2009, eventually expanding throughout the globe with branches in Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Spain. In 2014, SaladStop! opened its first Philippine store in Central Square in Bonifacio Global City and is currently operating over 10 stores in Metro Manila. On its eighth year, SaladStop! carries on with its pursuit to make a positive change in the eating habits of the Filipinos as it expands to more branches outside of the Metro and introduces new holiday products before the year ends.
New Store Openings
SaladStop! sets foot in Sta. Rosa, Laguna with a newly opened branch in Solenad 3 Nuvali. A natural habitat for nature lovers, wellness enthusiasts and adventure seekers, SaladStop! adds a new healthy dimension to dining amidst the lush greeneries and open spaces of Nuvali. From down south, SaladStop! makes it way to a new location in SM Grand Central, Caloocan by December. Located in one of the newest SM Malls, the new branch will be a breath of fresh air (and greens!) in this highly urbanized city in the northern district of Metro Manila.
General Manager for Specialty Food Retailers, Inc., Joan Aquino expounds, “A market that has become increasingly conscious of their wellness, both in mind and body, SaladStop! paved the way for Filipinos to have easier access to their greens, as well as providing hearty and tasty menu offerings. We couldn’t be any more excited to bring this lifestyle to the greater part in and outside of Manila and continue to deliver healthier options that inspire people to eat well and to Eat Wide Awake.”
A Seasonal Favorite’s Comeback and New Holiday Treats
Making the anniversary celebration more exciting is the seasonal White Christmas, which makes a comeback for the customers to enjoy the festive flavors of romaine, kale, walnut snow, chicken ham, grapes, green apples, croutons, and Quezo de Bola dressing. Available both as a salad and wrap, it can also be ordered as a party tray and shared amongst family and friends for upcoming Christmas gatherings. Reunite with this seasonal favorite by visiting your favorite SaladStop! stores or enjoy it at home via Grab, Foodpanda, or through a 3-day or 5-day plan from Daily Bowls by SaladStop! at saladstop.pickup.ph
Adding a sweet ending to the beloved holiday menu are new pastries for both adults and kids alike: available for a limited time only are holiday cookies featuring the White Chocolate Cranberry Cookie and the first vegan cookie to be introduced in the menu, the Dark Chocolate Almond Cookie. Get them by the piece or in assorted boxes of 6, fitting for individual consumption or gifting, in select SaladStop! stores.
More healthy fun awaits! Excited? Follow @saladstopph on Instagram and Facebook for more drops in celebration of SaladStop!’s 8th anniversary. Visit www.saladstop.ph for more information.
For fuss-free daily deliveries of your favorite SaladStop! signatures and exclusive bowls & wraps, subscribe to Daily Bowls by SaladStop! Visit saladstop.pickup.ph for a 3-day or 5-day plan.
You deserve a reward to boost your mood and get more motivated as you accomplish your goals. One delightful and satisfying treat you can get for yourself is Cream-O Premium. It’s the well-loved Cream-O Vanilla cookie sandwich that is made extra premium and indulgent with a rich chocolate coating. It comes in a single pack that you can enjoy for yourself, or a box of 12 that’s perfect for sharing (and even for gifting this Christmas season). It’s a great everyday reward to munch on after every completed task, such as:
Cream-O Premium is a satisfying treat that you and your loved ones can enjoy this holiday season.
Finishing all the house chores
Cleaning every corner of your home is no easy feat, so kudos to you (and your housemate/s) if you manage to finish all your chores.
Submitting a report you worked hard on
If you’re one of those students who spent days or weeks working on a research paper, you definitely deserve to celebrate your hard work. After doing your group assignment, you and your schoolmates can relax and share a few packs of Cream-O Premium.
Hanging Christmas Home Decorations
The holiday season is fast approaching. It’s time to bring out the Christmas decorations from the storage, and start setting up the Christmas tree. Dedicate an entire weekend and prep your home for the holidays and don’t forget to reward yourself after.
Give yourself a reward that you truly deserve with the indulgent Cream-O Premium
Completing your Christmas shopping list
Holiday sales are popping up. Writing down a list can help move along things faster, and will keep the shopping spree organized. Pick a weekend and get a head start with your Christmas gift list. Once you’ve completed your shopping list, make sure to indulge in a pack or two of Cream-O Premium.
Opening a business with your loved one
Homegrown businesses can help you and your loved ones with everyday expenses. Whatever business you choose to pursue, it’s important to reward yourselves after reaching a sales target or simply getting through a busy day.
Finding time for rest
Yes, finding me-time can be considered an accomplishment, especially after a hectic work week. Just sit back and relax, watch a movie, and pamper yourself while snacking on Cream-O Premium.
No matter how big or small, a win deserves to be rewarded and shared with those important to us. With Cream-O Premium, you can experience the Happiness of a Cream-Oholic with its irresistible and indulgent chocolate flavor.
And with Christmas just around the corner, you can even add Cream-O Premium in your gift baskets and self-care packages for your friends.
Get this everyday reward as a treat for yourself or as a gift to loved ones on Lazada, and at your nearest supermarket and convenience stores. Cream-O is available in single packs and a box of 12.
Over the years, PATRÓN tequila, the world’s number one Super premium tequila, remains steadfast in its commitment to support bartenders from around the world through its PATRÓN Perfectionists program. The PATRÓN Perfectionists program has undoubtedly contributed to the global bar culture as it continues to spearhead its advocacy of discovering and developing bartenders who create and share outstanding PATRÓN cocktails taking inspiration from their hometowns and culture.
The Philippines is one such country that has produced talented bartenders over the years. There is no shortage of talent from the country when it comes to bartenders, as many have received opportunities to work all over the world, whether in bars or cruise liners. The PATRÓN Perfectionists program gives Filipino bartenders a platform through which they could further showcase their talents and the Philippines’ culture to the world through their creatively crafted cocktails.
Going through the PATRÓN Perfectionists program was a rigorous one, going through several rounds until preliminary contestants were narrowed to 10 finalists. The 10 finalists further trimmed to 5 and the top 5 competed for the much coveted National Championships in an all-day competition held at Hola Bar last November 21, 2022.
And after a thorough deliberation and after each of the finalists showcased different aspects of the country’s culture and their hometowns through their skills and recipes, it was Kristina Tubig who bested the rest this year and will represent the Philippines at the world stage through the PATRÓN Perfectionists program. Kristina currently works at Southbank Cafe + Lounge and was able to win the national competition through her signature cocktail called Breaking Norms. Kristina, with her tenacity and perseverance joined again this year and finally won this year’s much coveted National Championships after failing to qualify last year when she initially joined.
When asked about how she feels to have won and her inspiration for her creation Kristina says, she still can’t believe it as the competition was tight and so many talented mixologists joined this year. As per her cocktail, she likes breaking the normal and showcasing something different, something out of the ordinary. Kristina wanted to showcase not just flavors but techniques not usually seen here in the Philippines.
Her winning cocktail was made using a Mix of classic techniques and Molecular Gastronomy techniques using science to create different ways to enjoy cocktails.
The opportunity for Kristina Tubig will surely be an unforgettable one. She is the first ever Female bartender from the Philippines, to win the Patron Perfectionists National Finals. Kristina says that she’s so happy because she’s always wanted to show what women can do because the competition and industry is dominated by men contenders so it’s a great opportunity to represent women. Lawrence Gabriel, who was last year’s national champion and is now working as The Trade Ambassador for Bacardi Philippines. Asked how his experience from last year he said “he learned more about PATRÓN tequila and the Mexican culture deeply intertwined with it.
And when asked if he has any advice for Kristina who will represent the country at the PATRÓN Perfectionists program, he says that it is important to “research on the brand, study your ingredients, make sure to stick with the inspiration/concept of your drink, and lastly don’t forget to enjoy the journey!”
Kristina Tubig will be flying and competing in The PATRÓN hacienda in Jalisco Mexico, this February for the PATRÓN perfectionists Global Finals.
It’s time to feast and gather with loved ones at the merriest time of the year! Cebu’s and Manila’s all-time favorite Rico’s Lechon is making its way to its first-ever branch in the south of the metro. Rico’s Lechon Festival Mall is opening this December 15 and south communities from Alabang, Parañaque, Las Piñas, and beyond will now have easier access to the #DaBestGyud lechon and staple Filipino culinary offerings.
Rico’s Lechon – Whole Lechon
Rico’s Lechon Festival Mall is the first-ever branch of the beloved lechon institution in the south area. Festival Mall is located in the bustling Filinvest City within the thriving area of Alabang. It is home to premium brands that provide quality products and services and is now home to Rico’s Lechon. At present, the Southies of Metro Manila can relish the delectable goodness of the pride of the Queen City of the South, brought closer to their communities.
Rico’s Lechon – Lechon De Leche
Bringing this much-loved food closer to more people, the Festival Mall branch includes a dining area that can accommodate up to 100 customers and also a take-out counter for those who wish to take their orders to-go and feast on it with their family at home.
Rico’s Lechon is a cornerstone in the food industry, offering its best-selling lechon that is a sure hit for everyone. Along with this are other Filipino traditional dishes such as the fried rice trio featuring Filipino faves – danggit, tuyo, and tinapa. Other food offerings are lechon sisig, monggo, and seafood kare-kare, which are also a crowd-favorite.
Rico’s Lechon – Spicy Lechon
Spurred by the vision to grow and let the Filipinos taste world-class quality lechon, Restaurateur and Rico’s Lechon owner George Pua slowly establishes his brand nationwide as they expand to Luzon. Currently, Rico’s Lechon is present in 7 branches in Metro Manila and 4 sites in its hometown of Cebu.
Rico’s Lechon Baka Spicy – Fiesta Size
A true Filipino pride, Rico’s Lechon continues to bring quality food choices and delicious, hearty meals that bring the family closer through bonding moments over food. It is truly “Da best gyud!”
Expect more Rico’s Lechon branches to open soon at Zentrum Mall in Mandaluyong City and Il Corso Lifemalls in Cebu City. Paving the way for more people to experience Cebu’s Best Lechon! Pre-order for pick-up and delivery by contacting Rico’s Lechon Fulfillment Center at 0917-814-7648 | (632) 7799-0810 or at the Festival Mall branch at 0917-112-8309. Visit Rico’s Lechon’s newest branch on the G/F beside the foodcourt at Festival Supermalls, Filinvest, Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
