Hemsworth reunites with director Sam Hargrave, with Joe and Anthony Russo’s AGBO producing and Joe Russo writing. Golshifteh Farahani reprises her role from the first film, with Adam Bessa, Olga Kurylenko, Daniel Bernhardt and Tinatin Dalakishvili also co-starring.
This is a sequel to the first film that was based on the graphic novel ‘Ciudad’ by Ande Parks, from a story by Ande Parks, Joe Russo & Anthony Russo, with illustrations by Fernando León González. EXTRACTION 2 is produced by Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Mike Larocca, Angela Russo-Otstot, Chris Hemsworth, Patrick Newall and Sam Hargrave, with Jake Aust, Benjamin Grayson, Steven Scavelli, Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely as executive producers.
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With many emerging food trends in the ever-growing dining scene, Filipinos are exposed to a variety of choices when it comes to food. A lot are curious to try dishes beyond their usual go-to’s. But when it comes to fried chicken, nothing beats the tried and tested, deliciously satisfying Jollibee Chickenjoy that generations have grown to love and have enjoyed with their families over the years.
Chickenjoy is the top choice for multimedia superstar Anne Curtis, as she gives it a 5-star rating in the number one fast food chain’s new ad.
She’s also joined by several Philippine icons in the food scene like Chef Rolando Laudico who praises Chickenjoy’s crispy flavorful skin, food vlogger Jujumao who loves its juicy and tender meat, and celebrity momfluencer Danica Sotto who regards Chickenjoy as only the best for her family.
Watch them give Chickenjoy a 5-star rating below:
“The crispylicious, juicylicious, and Philippines’ best-tasting Chickenjoy has everything one would look for in fried chicken. With its 5-star attributes, Chickenjoy will always be something that people will keep coming back to, and we are always happy to serve this all-time favorite that gives joy to our customers and their families all year-round,” said Mari Aldecoa, Assistant Vice President of Bestsellers, Jollibee.
Jollibee Chickenjoy is available nationwide for only PHP 82.00 (1-pc. Solo). Drop by your nearest Jollibee branch and indulge in Chickenjoy’s crispylicious, juicylicious, best-tasting goodness via dine-in, take out, or drive-thru. You can also have it delivered via the Jollibee App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, or Foodpanda!
Share your love for Chickenjoy with the hashtags #PhilippinesBestTasting and #Chickenjoy5Stars. For more information and updates on Jollibee’s products, like Jollibee on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Philippines on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
Get ready, Manila’s food enthusiasts! A whole new level of dining luxury has just arrived at the City of Dreams, and it’s none other than the world-renowned Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Grill. This culinary titan is spicing things up with an exclusive grill concept, available only at their new location in Paranaque. Founders Wolfgang and Peter Zwiener, who graced the grand opening, have surely crafted another gem in the city’s gastronomic crown.
(L – R) Chef Amiro Cruz, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Corporate Executive Chef; Leina Bolinas and Raymund Magdaluyo, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Philippines Managing Partners; Peter Zwiener, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse President and Co-Founder; Elena Zwiener; Wolfgang Zwiener, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Founder; Lydia D’Amato, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse VP of Operations and Managing Partner; and Queeny Filart, City of Dreams VP of Casino Marketing
The Wolfgang’s Experience: Up Close and Personal
Stepping inside, you’ll be welcomed by the steakhouse’s intimate and cozy atmosphere. The rich, dark wooden interiors, radiating with an old-world charm, hold an invitation to a 350sqm culinary playground. Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Grill City of Dreams is the first of its kind in the Philippines to showcase a grill concept, serving up new savory delights from brunch to late-night.
The grill menu, offer an elevated comfort food experience with all-time-favorites cooked with a twist, such as Grilled Barbecue Short Ribs, Dry-Aged Brisket Pastrami, Beef Tartar, and Grilled Lemon Caper Chicken. Pair them with a chilled beer or your favorite cocktail, and you’re in for an unforgettable gastronomic journey.
More Than Just Steaks
The culinary carousel continues with a tasty bite of fall-off-the-bone Grilled Baby Back Ribs, Lomo Saltado, Grilled Barbecue Short Ribs. Salad offerings, the Classic Wedge Salad, Arugula Salad, and Burrata Salad, provide that crisp, tangy balance to your meal.
Grilled Barbecue Baby Back Ribs (Php 3588) | US pork baby back ribs glazed with Wolfgang’s Steakhouse BBQ sauce Burrata Salad (Php 1088) | Burrata cheese, tomato, roasted capsicums and portobello mushroomsRoast Chicken a’ la Brasa (Php 1588) |Whole premium chicken (hormones and antibiotics free), mixed greens
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse City of Dreams adds a new dimension to its trademark masculine ambiance. The bar area now boasts a sleek granite tabletop, a feature that seamlessly blends with the restaurant’s distinctive aesthetic. While new elements have been introduced, beloved iconic features like the intimate whisky lounge. And don’t miss the impressive wine cellar, where an extensive selection of wines awaits to complement your dining experience.
Culinary Consistency Across Continents
This City of Dreams gem marks the 32nd Wolfgang’s Steakhouse location worldwide. Amidst its global expansion, the steakhouse remains rooted in its commitment to delivering dishes with consistent flavor, texture, and aroma. Their melt-in-your-mouth steaks are a testament to quality and passion. Using only the finest ingredients, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse sources dry-aged USDA Prime Black Angus beef directly from the United States, ensuring an unparalleled dining experience. Indulge in the USDA Prime Dry-Aged Porterhouse Steak, expertly dry-aged in their own aging room, or savor the iconic Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Tomahawk Steak. The team at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse City of Dreams—partners shares the same level of consistency and dedication, carrying on the legacy of its founder, Wolfgang Zwiener.
USDA Prime Dry-Aged Porterhouse Steak
Beyond their grill specialties and iconic steaks, the menu goes beyond featuring a variety of delectable dishes. Expect lamb cooked to perfection, sashimi-grade tuna that melts in your mouth, fresh Norwegian salmon, and Maine lobsters that transport you straight to the seaside. Their All Day Menu serves as the perfect culinary overture, featuring classics like Creamed Spinach, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Corn, Steak Fries, and Burger Sliders, plus the sumptuous Filet Mignon, Shrimp and Lobster Cocktails, and Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell. These small bites and appetizers set the stage, prepping your palate for the main event with their burst of flavors.
And just when you thought your meal couldn’t get any better, Wolfgang’s rolls out their dessert menu. A chorus of sweet treats awaits you, from the classic New York-Style Cheesecake, Pecan Pie to the tangy Key Lime Pie. For those who prefer a healthier option, there’s also an array of fresh fruits in season. And let’s not forget the pièce de résistance – every dessert is served with Wolfgang’s Steakhouse’s divine homemade schlag.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, treating yourself to a leisurely brunch, or enjoying a late-night feast, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse City of Dreams offers an unforgettable dining experience. So gather your loved ones, raise a toast to the good life, and let Wolfgang’s Steakhouse whisk you away on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Grill City of Dreams is open daily from 11:00AM to 2:00AM. To book your culinary journey, call 632 8536 9287, 63956 794 0075, or email reservations@wolfgangssteakhouse.ph. For a taste of Wolfgang’s at home, order here between 11:00AM and 8:00PM. Stay updated with the latest from Wolfgang’s by following @WolfgangsSteakhousePH on Facebook and Instagram.
The original Wolfgang’s Steakhouse opened on NYC’s Park Avenue back in 2004, and has since then grown into a globally renowned institution, famous for its USDA Prime 28 days dry-aged steak, to over 30 locations worldwide.
All Good Things Do Come to an End: Musica FEUROPA, Far Eastern University’s annual choral competition and festival will have its final run this year.
From just four choirs in 2009 mostly from the City of Manila, the number rose to an all time high of thirty one choirs hailing from all over the Philippines. What used to be a competition for college choirs expanded to two categories: High School and Open including but not limited to university, church, company, government and other ensembles.
Musica FEUROPA became one of the definitive choral competitions in the Philippines.
Tiffany Liong Gabuya, Station Manager of long-time media partner DZFE wrote: “We are all aware that the classical music tradition… which today is multi-national and multi-generational in its practice and appeal—has European roots.
In our work of fostering an appreciation for classical music, DZFE continues to support Musica FEUropa inasmuch as it remains one of the too few initiatives here encouraging the hard labor of studying and performing European repertoire. We have also seen how Musica FEUROPA fosters a spirit of patriotism and pride among the participating local choirs. All in all…, the competition has demonstrated the kind of good that can come of a sustained cross-cultural initiative.”
The key criterion for Musica FEUROPA is that each choir has to sing two songs: one from any EU composer in any EU language and one from a Filipino composer in any Filipino language or dialect.
In the last 13 years, choirs sang songs in different European languages such as Czech, Latvian, English, Basque, Spanish, Italian, Latin, German, Finnish, French, French-Flemish, Flemish, Hungarian, Lithuanian and Filipino languages such as Tagalog, Cebuano, Bisaya, Ifugao, Ilokano, Itneg, Kinaray-a, T’boli, Maguindanaoan, Yakan and Hiligaynon.
Through Musica FEUROPA, Filipino choirs and audiences have become more exposed and appreciative of the works of European and Filipino composers.
The impact of Musica FEUROPA is such that in the last 13 years, it has become one of the significant events in the Philippine choral calendar.
Musica FEUROPA definitely leaves a musical legacy when it ends after 14 years.
Musica FEUROPA 14 takes place from 1:30 -5 PM on May 27, 2023 at the historic Auditorium of Far Eastern University, Manila.
Tickets are at P100 for members of the FEU community, students in general and seniors and P200 for the general public.
The participating choirs for the final round of Musica FEUropa are the NU Chorale, PNU Chorale, SaSeSi, Kammerchor Manila, Tarlac Mannerchor and the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng San Pablo Chorale.
The adjudicators for this year are internationally recognized stalwarts in the choral industry: Anna Abeleda-Piquero, Arwin Tan, Dr. Ed Manguiat, Jonathan Velasco and Ramon Lijauco, Jr..
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Discover the epic new features of the Galaxy S23 series in unforgettable evening revels you surely won’t want to miss! Immerse yourself in experiential content rooms, listen to the country’s top content creators, and get the chance to win the latest Galaxy devices.
Whatever you’re into, Epic After Hours definitely has something for you!
Experience Nightography at its finest
Immerse yourself and capture the night with the many experiential content rooms that you can explore. Three stations will be available to best experience the genius behind the Galaxy S23 series – from the Expert RAW app which enables DSLR-style image shooting to the multiple exposure feature for some cool and unique snaps for the ‘gram. You might even be featured at the event’s exclusive Shot #withGalaxy Gallery alongside top Filipino photographers!
A Nightography booth will also help showcase this incredible feature of the Galaxy S23 series. Nightography allows the Galaxy S23 series’ cameras to adjust to nearly any lighting condition for impeccable detail while low-light images and videos are steadier than ever, thanks to a doubled optical image stabilizer (OIS).
Move from behind the lens to in front of it thanks to award winning photographer JL Javier and take advantage of the opportunity to have your portrait taken professionally during the event. But if center stage isn’t for you, perhaps a little distance will be rewarding at the Zoom in to Win contest. Simply test out the stunning zoom capabilities of the Galaxy S23 Ultra which boasts 200MP by capturing photos of the stage from afar for the chance to win exciting prizes.
A celebration of epic passions
The Samsung Galaxy S23 series phones understand that creativity takes many different forms, which is why various passion booths for self-expression, gaming and productivity will be on-site.
If you’re more of a gamer, check out the gaming lounge to experience the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Processor and game booster to take on the night your way. As the most powerful and efficient platform ever in a Samsung Galaxy smartphone, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is the fastest available today. At the Creativity Hub, check out how the Galaxy S23 series allows your artistic skills to shine – with the S Pen drawing feature.
Join the epic movement for sustainability
The Galaxy S23 series was designed with the planet in mind so Samsung is continuing this important conversation on sustainability through this station. Check out famed artist and environmental advocate Leeroy New’s immersive art installation and watch the live sustainability themed mural painting session. You may also visit the Trade-in-Station to make that switch to a greener planet.
The Galaxy S23 series not only raises the bar for premium technology but it also helps contribute to a healthier planet. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has 12 internal and external components made from recycled materials, including pre-consumer recycled aluminum and glass and post-consumer recycled plastics sourced from discarded fishing nets, PET bottles and water barrels.
Epic Guests
Throughout the week-long event, expect to see special appearances from #TeamGalaxy, with content creators talking about their passions and how the Galaxy S23 series helps them take these to another level. If all that wasn’t enough to convince you, you can also expect special performances throughout the week at epic after parties, from various artists beginning 7:00pm onwards!
Let your epic passions come alive at night at the Samsung Epic After Hours happening on May 25 to 31, 2023 at the Bonifacio High Street Amphitheatre, Bonifacio Global City.
While I am more familiar with the music of BTS, I know just enough about each members personalities and the stories about who they are to know that the documentary ‘SUGA: Road to D-Day’ is a rare treat: a peek into the mind and heart of Suga, one of the more low-key members of the Korean supergroup. It’s an intimate and personal look into his process in the making of his album called D-Day through his alias Agust D.
While the documentary is really focused on the poetics: the work the artist has to go through in order to create – and in this case, it’s the time off from BTS that Suga got to do to work on finding inspiration to finish the songs on his album – and follows him through his travels to the US, Japan and back home in South Korea; there’s a whole lot more subtle textures that comes out from this movie.
For sure, we can be amazed by the sheer variety and star power of the people that Suga calls his friends – from Halsey, to DJ Steve Aoki, to Korean pop superstar IU, and even legendary Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto – but it’s good to also focus on how warm and friendly they are to each other and despite Suga’s fame as a member of BTS, there’s no posturing on his part nor does he ever carry himself in an arrogant manner. There’s a groundedness in him that carries through and is even subverted into that of a fanboy when he comes to meet Sakamoto, whom he considers one of his idols and was instrumental into becoming a songwriter.
The documentary is also sectioned off with song numbers. Suga sings songs from the new album with a live band (and some from his previous mixtapes), as well as candid interviews (the idol is actually “barefaced” or isn’t wearing makeup for half the documentary and it really shows us a totally different side of him), and while all of this is really there to help promote the release of the album and the upcoming tour, it is also one of the many pre-recorded content made to keep fans hooked in while BTS is in hiatus.
But despite its very commercial agenda, there is a sincerity that surrounds Suga in the way with which he ruminates over such topics as success and where one takes their creativity when they’ve reached the heights of where a person like Suga has gone. This is not a relatable subject. After all, how many people can compare themselves with the sort of success the young rapper has achieved over the past years? But there’s an earnestness in the way Suga presents himself and in the way the documentary unfolds that dismantles the myth and presents to us an artist trying to put together an album at an interesting crossroad in his life.
At this point in their career, BTS has broken records and captured the hearts of millions and millions of people around the world. They have nothing that they need to prove to anyone at this point but it is so encouraging to see in this documentary how hard Suga works in crafting this album and how tied this project is to his identity outside of the superstar idol group that has made him famous. It is so heartening to know that even successful people feel lost and that, as seen in one scene in the documentary, that it’s okay to just let loose and let go and have fun with it.
As a documentary, it is what we expect from a Disney+ produced and released documentary about a member of BTS, who is working on an album. It’s light. The stakes aren’t that high. It makes you feel good after watching it and if you’re a fan of the group, it’ll just endear them to you more and if you’re just curious about them, then it will help sink the hooks deeper in. But looking deeper, it’s really just an artist allowing himself to be vulnerable for an hour and twenty minutes while he’s at the height of his career and is trying to do something new and different and that’s what art is about.
Following its mandate to nurture the next generation of artists and audiences who appreciate and support artistic and cultural work, the Cultural Center of the Philippines brings engaging artistic and cultural experiences to every kanto of the country through its Kanto Kultura program.
A banner project of the CCP Board of Trustees, Kanto Kultura seeks to encourage Filipino talents to create artistic content that showcases innovation and creativity. Launched in February 2021, the next phase of the program will kick off on May 19, 7pm, at the Plaza Independencia Lipa Stage in the town of Lipa, Batangas.
“The first edition” of Kanto Kultura will feature performances by viocalist Jobry Cimafranca, singing group Acapellago, and other local talents from Lipa. It will be hosted by ‘Suntok sa Buwan’ actress Charm Aranton.
Prior to the concert, there will be a Flores de Mayo at 4:30 pm, and a mass at 5:30 pm. There will also be baraptasan (a melding of the words balagtasan and rap), Sublian (a traditional dance of Batangas) performance, hip hop dance, and buskers, among others.
In partnership with the local government unit of Lipa, Batangas, the Kanto Kultura: #EatPRayLoveLipa is free and open to the public.
Visit the CCP website (www.culturalcenter.gov.ph) for more information. Check the official CCP and Facebook page and follow CCP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates on its various programs and shows.
Churning ice cream since 2010, Fog City Creamery celebrates more than a decade in the industry with the introduction of innovative flavors to its new branch in Power Plant Mall. These decadent concoctions, skillfully blending traditional favorites with modern twists, are certain to delight the Filipino palate.
Who could resist the allure of Suman Latik, a popular Filipino dessert made with glutinous rice, coconut milk, sugar, and caramelized coconut cream? Or the playful interplay of sweet and salty in the Queso Mais, a corn and cheese blend that teases the taste buds? Other innovations include the wholesome Malunggay, a tribute to one of the healthiest vegetables that is usually available in many home gardens in the country, and the nostalgic Cheese Pimiento, a nod to the savory spread of our childhood.
Cheese Pimiento Ice Cream
The menu doesn’t stop there. It includes Avocado, Black and Pink, Honey Butter Nut, Olive Oil, and even sugar-free options, making for an extraordinary ice cream lineup.
Olive Oil Ice Cream
“This summer, Filipinos are looking for ways to escape from the heat through different food and activities,” remarks Edy Liu, the brainchild behind Fog City Creamery. “FOG CITY CREAMERY’s new Power Plant Mall branch is an oasis in the Manila heat with its refreshing guilt-free desserts, including vegan and lactate-friendly offerings. We will be opening more stores this 2023, so please watch out for them.”
Known for their unique Ensaymada Ice Cream, Fog City Creamery continues to push the boundaries of taste and imagination. They were among the pioneers in crafting refined sugar-free ice cream flavors, opting to use 100% organic Coco Natura Sugar, a testament to their commitment to healthy yet indulgent treats.
Craving for Fog City Creamery’s unique treats for your special events? You’re in luck! They offer party carts tailored for every celebration, be it a wedding, birthday bash, or a corporate gathering. You can swing by the Power Plant Mall branch, order online here, or reach them at +639178833344 to arrange a delivery.
Savor the taste of real ice cream, and experience the unique blend of traditional and modern flavors that Fog City Creamery has been perfecting over the past decade. Here’s to the sweet moments in life, made even sweeter!
Bistro Delivers introduces new features that make food delivery smoother and faster. Plus it offers free delivery and a P500 off with a minimum spend of P2,000.
This online ordering system make transactions more convenient: deliver now or schedule for later; same price as dine-in plus exclusive promos and discounts.
Choose from a wide array of cuisines from The Bistro Group’s 21 restaurant concepts. Whatever strikes your fancy, there’s a dish that’s right up your alley. Steaks, ribs, burgers, pastas, pizzas, dimsum? Paella, sushi, seafood, all-day breakfast? Korean BBQ or buffalo wings perhaps?
Bistro Delivers online service is seamless and more efficient, from the moment guests place their orders via Bistro Delivers’ website www.bistrodelivers.com.ph, to actually receiving their food right at their doorstep. Food delivery is now a breeze for an enjoyable customer experience.
Ordering is easy: visit www.bistrodelivers.com.ph to get your fave Bistro dishes, applicable for delivery and takeout. Use code: BISTRODELIVERS at checkout.
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Ephesus Teatron Group Inc., after an absence of more than three years, is proud to present its first major live musical concert “Klasical”, which will be performed on the 10th of June (Saturday), 2023, at the OnStage Theatre, Greenbelt 1, Makati at 7:30 pm.
KLASICAL is a musical of Philippine history featuring “Tribu” and is produced to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.
Featured artists are Sweet Samaniego (also the director of show), Marga Roco, Terence Guillermo, Onyl Torres and Nazer Salcedo.
Special guests are Pinky Marquez, Miguel Braganza and Gala Dance Company.
KLASICAL is a repertoire of traditional classical Filipino music with improvements on instruments, symphony, melody, harmony, orchestra, and vocal that make up a combination of traditional local and Western music. The inspiration of this collection is to preserve national culture in these traditional Filipino songs and to achieve renewed vigor by means of upgrading sound to be appreciated across generations.
Filipino music has grown from its grassroots origin of a highly emotional and romantic love song into a highly developed piece of art with a universal appeal. Even if you don’t understand a single word, you’ll likely find classical Philippine music to be a great way to relax and enjoy this unique style of Filipino culture.
“Klasical” is a repertoire of unforgettable kundiman songs such as Ako’y Kampupot, Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Bituing Marikit, Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal, Folksong Medley, Kalesa , Ay, Ay, Ay, O Pag ibig , Katakataka.
It is a musical show about love, heartbreak, Filipino culture of courtship and serenade, passion, and poetic expression of love for country and history. Included in this rich collection are a few arias and opera pieces like O Mio Babbino Caro, Canto Patriotico De Maria Clara, and others.
All these songs and themes that transcend time and place will be carried out by Tribu’s immense talent and their unwavering commitment to musical excellence. Listeners can expect an updated and well-arranged musical score by one of the most sought-after musical directors, Pifo Cifra.
Be inspired by this collection of classical Filipino music, which is reflective of our country’s rich history and culture.
Be entertained by the repertoire of unforgettable patriotic dances and songs of freedom, love and inspiration, to be performed by Tribu and a cast of world-class artists from the world of musical theatre.
