Just because they’re super – doesn’t make them heroes. Check out the new trailer of “DC League of Super-Pets” and watch the action-adventure in cinemas across the Philippines July 27.
Dwayne Johnson stars as the voice of Krypto the Super-Dog in Warner Bros. Pictures’ animated action adventure feature film “DC League of Super-Pets,” from director Jared Stern.
The film also stars the voices of Kevin Hart (the “Jumanji” and “Secret Life of Pets” films), Kate McKinnon (“Saturday Night Live,” “Ferdinand”), John Krasinski (the “Quiet Place” films), Vanessa Bayer (“Saturday Night Live”), Natasha Lyonne (“Show Dogs”), Diego Luna (“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”), Marc Maron (“Joker”), Thomas Middleditch (“Godzilla: King of the Monsters”), Ben Schwartz (“Sonic the Hedgehog”), and Keanu Reeves (the “Matrix” and “John Wick” films).
Photo Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures
In “DC League of Super-Pets,” Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime in Metropolis side by side. When Superman and the rest of the Justice League are kidnapped, Krypto must convince a rag-tag shelter pack—Ace the hound, PB the potbellied pig, Merton the turtle and Chip the squirrel—to master their own newfound powers and help him rescue the Super Heroes.
Photo Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures
Stern, a veteran writer/consultant on the “LEGO®” movies, makes his animated feature film directorial debut, directing from a screenplay he wrote with frequent collaborator John Whittington, based on characters from DC, Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The film is produced by Patricia Hicks, Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia and Jared Stern. The executive producers are John Requa, Glenn Ficarra, Nicholas Stoller, Allison Abbate, Chris Leahy, Sharon Taylor and Courtenay Valenti.
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A Seven Bucks Production, “DC League of Super-Pets.” The film will be released by Warner Bros. Pictures in Philippine theaters July 27.
Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #DCSuperPets
It’s just a few days until Mother’s Day but if you haven’t thought of what to gift Mom for this special day, fret not! Since it’s much safer to dine out now, why not treat the queen of the household with a sumptuous meal at one of the high rated hotels in the metro? In this list, we share hotel dining deals in Metro Manila to make this once-a-year-celebration even more special. Trust us, your mom will love it!
City of Dreams Manila
From dining specials at award-winning restaurants to family friendly activities and endearing gift options, mothers are spoilt for choice on how their loved ones can fête them on their special day at City of Dreams Manila, with the diverse offerings the integrated resort has thoughtfully curated in honor of the occasion.
Crystal Dragon
The restaurant presents a special Mother’s Day ala carte menu available for lunch and dinner from May 1 to 10, which consists of: Double-boiled Chicken Soup with Baby Abalone and Himematsutake Mushroom, and dishes to share with the family. Other must-try options are the restaurant’s gracious dim sum selection for lunch and its extensive regular lunch and dinner a la carte menu, which offer appetizers to barbecue specialties, soups, a selection of vegetable, seafood, pork, chicken and lamb dishes, hearty rice and noodle items, and a choice of signature desserts.
On their special day on May 8, moms get a sweet surprise at the end of the meal.
Nobu Manila
Not to be missed out on this special occasion is the taste of the iconic new-style Japanese cuisine of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa that is much loved by international A-list celebrities around the globe. The restaurant’s famed brunch offering is a sure way to indulge moms with varied choices of Nobu classic dishes that meld Japanese and Peruvian flavors, temptingly laid out on a buffet counter and also brought to the table via a special a la carte menu.
On offer are seasonal fresh oysters, custom Nobu sashimi, sushi and maki roll creations matched with Nobu signature sauces and dressings such as the Karashi Su Miso (KSM) and Matsuhisa dressing that go well with appetizers uniquely Nobu. Other enticing choices include kushiyaki or grilled skewered seafood, red meat, poultry and vegetables and a sumptuous carving item complemented with salads, soups, and different rice and specialty dishes. Various confectionery customized by Nobu Manila’s chefs provide a nice conclusion to a sweet celebration. The brunch buffet price starts at P2, 950 net per person for the standard package, inclusive of non-alcoholic beverages and mocktails.
Haliya
Moms will be impressed with the modern take on Filipino food at Haliya, where standout dishes are creatively reinterpreted, amid a refined setting. From the appetizers to mains and desserts, the restaurant’s dishes are meant to be enjoyed by up to four persons.
Noteworthy dishes to try are Binalot na Cochi a medley of shredded cochinillo (roast suckling pig) and adobo flakes in a bed of butter lettuce topped with atsara (pickled green papaya), red onion and pork liver salsa; Haliya Adobo, which features twice-cooked chicken, foie gras, grilled pineapple, shallot confit, baby bok choy, marble potatoes, set in lush adobo glaze and enhanced with golden crispy garlic chips; and Kare Kare with 24-hour slow cooked US Angus beef brisket, asparagus, baby Baguio pechay and fried eggplant sitting on top of a luscious roasted and crushed peanut sauce and paired with finely blended bagoong (shrimp paste).
Café Society
Nothing compares to a sweet gift to brighten the occasion. From dainty handmade chocolates to stylish pastries and confections, Café Society has curated delightful gift choices available from May 6 to 8. Sophisticated chocolate rose bouquets, flower meringues, hazelnut praline passion passion fruit cake, and choco cream bun almond among other confections will surely elicit smiles from moms.
Conrad Manila
Take pleasure in indulgent Asian and Western inspired feasts such as: Roast ribeye, Lechon sisig con chorizo, and Paella risotto, among others. As an added treat, Mom dines free in every group of four and brings home a special surprise from Shiseido and more! The Just for Mom buffet lunch and dinner at Brasserie on 3 start at P3,500. Reserve a table now through https://bit.ly/BookAtBrasserieOn3
Crimson Hotel
Dazzle and delight Mom with a delicious brunch buffet and sweet surprises. Make the day even more memorable with a free portrait-taking and a special Mother’s Day Cake from Baker J. Rate per person is P2,300.
For reservation, call Café Eight at 09985915227.
Diamond Hotel
An enticing 3-course lunch or dinner set menu await Moms at Diamond Hotel. As an added indulgence, Moms will also be given a complimentary scoop of the hotel’s homemade ice cream. The Lobby Lounge is also a haven for luscious cakes, pastries and other desserts so we suggest that you should also get Mom a sweet treat to take home. You may also order for pick up from onlineshopping.diamondhotel.com.
For reservations and orders call: (632) 8-528-3000or 09757921473 (9 AM to 5 PM only).
Discovery Suites
Treat mom to an exquisite dining experience at 22 Prime. On May 7, feast on UNLIMITED U.S. Ribeye Steak and scrumptious sides from 6:00PM to 9:00PM for only PHP 2,800 nett per person.
Fancy a brunch that’s fit for a queen? Head on over to 22 Prime on May 8 and indulge in a filling brunch of UNLIMITED U.S. Ribeye Steak, Sides and other staples. Offer is available from 11:00AM to 3:00PM for only PHP 2,800 nett per person.
Book and confirm your seats until May 1 and take advantage of our 10% early bird discount. Dining moms get a complimentary present from Discovery Suites. Reserve your tables by calling us through (+632) 7719 6805 or via Viber at (0966) 496 2355.
Hilton Manila
Hilton Manila celebrates the coming Mother’s Day with Dampa-Style Feasts featuring sustainably-sourced ingredients, well-curated Bring Hilton Home set meals, and Signature Cakes, among other indulgences, on Sunday, May 8.
Indulge on a journey of flavors with a rich harvest of sustainably sourced seafood and premium meats grilled and prepared a la minute, Dampa-style, at the Marketplace. Mom and the whole family are also serenaded by a musical performance by guest artists, with the Kids invited to take part in an exciting art activity. As an added treat, Mom gets to bring home a special gift from Kusina which the whole family can enjoy on their next visit to Hilton Manila. Cheers to Mom! Buffet lunch/ dinner price starts at Php 3,200 nett per person.
For inquiries and reservations, visit www.hiltonmanila.com or call +632 7239 7788. Follow Hilton Manila (@hiltonmanila) on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube for more information and updates.
Makati Diamond Residences
Treat your mom to a special lunch or dinner at Alfred with family and friends on May 8. The menu includes pumpkin soup, baked salmon teriyaki with garlic aioli, beef belly with wild mushroom cream sauce, crispy pork with red wine liver sauce and homemade vinegar, sriracha chicken wings, braised canton noodles, pilaf rice, mango latik ice cream. Moms get to take home a bag of cookies. Book a table for Mother’s Day lunch or dinner at Alfred. Call +632 5317 0999, Viber +63917 636 4875, or email dine@makatidiamond.com.
Marco Polo Ortigas
Gourmands and foodies seeking a filling treat with Mom and the family may visit Cucina on Level 24, as “The World’s Kitchen” offers special dining rates from 7 to 8 May 2022 (Saturday and Sunday, respectively). Buffet rates for lunch or dinner service are available for Php 3,288 for adults, while kids can dine at Php 1,688. These rates are inclusive of all applicable taxes and local charges. Moms will receive a mini Strawberry Shortcake as a gift for the occasion. This promotion is not applicable for use in conjunction with other ongoing promotions.
Afternoon tea takes on more meaning with the Connect Lounge’s featured sets for Mother’s Day Weekend. From 6 to 7 May, guests may ask for the Prosecco Afternoon Tea set, available at Php 2,288, inclusive of applicable taxes and local charges. Guests may choose between either Lounge’s English or Afternoon Tea sets paired with two glasses of Prosecco to enjoy at Level 24 while overlooking the Rizal Mountains. On Mother’s Day (8 May 2022), guests may ask for the Tropical Mimosa Afternoon Tea set, available for Php 1,888.00, featuring two glasses of the non-alcoholic drink, Tropical Mimosa. Reservations for any of the hotel’s dining destinations may be placed via (632) 7720 7777 or restaurant.mnl@marcopolohotels.com.
Shangri-La The Fort
Book Afternoon High Tea for Mom+Me and enjoy High Street Lounge’s special Mother’s Day treat at Php2,750 net for 2 from May 5-8, ’22. Spend time with mom set in your social space and enjoy bites, sips, a little takeaway treat for Mother’s Day in partnership with L’Occitane. Available from 2pm to 5pm, call 09175363287 for arrangements.
Sheraton Manila
Relish the goodness of the sumptuous buffet prepared by the culinary team of Chef Kiko Santiago featuring Australian Rock Lobsters, fresh seafood, tempura and grilling stations, decadent desserts, and more with Martini Rose 0.0, free-flowing soda, juices, coffee, and tea. All these and more for Php 3,500 nett.
If mom is into seafood and spicy, Chef Kibum Park’s Korean Chili Crab is a must-try! The family of 4 can indulge in stir-fried spicy live mud crab with vegetable fried rice, Korean banchan like matang, anchovies, fish cakes, kimchi, and more with 4 glasses of Oori’s signature mocktail for Php 12,000 nett.
The whole family can also opt to celebrate Mom’s Day in an indoor-outdoor feel in one of the Vubbles. For 3,500 nett per person, surprise mom in a fine dining experience with the delectable seafood stuffed lobsters as the main course.
The Peninsula Manila
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an epicurean adventure at Escolta Restaurant’s lavish Sunday Brunch Buffet with all of mom’s favorites. Rates are P3,500 (adults) and P1,750 (children under 12). All prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
For inquiries or further information on The Peninsula Manila’s Mother’s Day Dream Lounge, room package, and Sunday Brunch Buffet please call +63 2 8887 2888 (trunk line), extension 6630 (Room Reservations) or 6694 (Restaurant Reservations), e-mail DiningPMN@peninsula.com (Food & Beverage) or ReservationPMN@peninsula.com (Rooms), or through PenChat, The Peninsula Manila’s 24-hour e-concierge by using this link: https://bit.ly/PenChatFacebook.
The Tasting Club, in partnership with the Embassy of Mexico in the Philippines and Power Plant Mall, is pleased to invite you to fiesta al fresco with us for Cinco de Mayo at Power Plant Mall (Rockwell Goes Streetside, Plaza Driveway) this Thursday May 5, 2022, from 11am until 10pm.
For this exciting Fiesta, all visitors will be able to indulge themselves with delicious traditional Mexican food prepared by La Chinesca and Manila Bambi Foods Company. This will include exquisite tacos, tostadas, tortillas, guacamole and nachos. The Tasting Club will be also offering 2 special fluffy empanadas with Mexican flavors for the special occasion.
As for the drinks, a Mexican cocktail bar will be hosted by Casablanca Cocktail Club and it will feature traditonal cocktails such as Margarita, Paloma and Michelada. Destileria Barako will be serving a special “Frida Mexicana” cocktail, concocted with their Kanto Salted Caramel Vodka and inspired by Latin American flavors, while The Tasting Club will be presenting their special Mezcal Negroni with Pandan infused Campari and the traditional Mexican Mezcal spirit. Mexican imported beers will be also available and Jade’s Temple will be releasing their limited edition “Dark Chocolate Chili Beer“ specially released for this Cinco de Mayo celebration.
The local band, Mariachi Emmanuel, will be performing live music from 6pm until 9pm serenading guests around the pleasant al fresco area at Rockwell Goes Streetside near the Plaza Driveway entrance of the mall.
Don’t miss out on this festive occasion to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, this Thursday at Power Plant Mall, with your family and friends.
For inquiries you may contact Kevin Charuel, Founder of The Tasting Club at hello@thetastingclubmanila.com or via the Facebook / Instagram page The Tasting Club.
The first reactions to Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick are in, after the highly-anticipated sequel had its world premiere recently as part of this year’s CinemaCon.
The lucky audience who got to watch the film almost one month before it opens in cinemas was unanimous in hailing the sequel as “worthy of the long wait.” Below are just a sampling of the very positive post-screening reactions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQvrF_ty4NM
Sean O’Connell – Cinemablend
#TopGunMaverick is a masterful adrenaline rush. Tom Cruise is our greatest movie star. This delivers EVERYTHING you want in a blockbuster. Aerial scenes are jaw dropping. Character work is fantastic. Pure action with massive heart. A must see!
Steve Weintraub – Collider
Absolutely loved #TopGunMaverick. Blown away by the cinematography and flying scenes and of course @TomCruise’s performance. Rest of the cast was great with special props to @Miles_Teller and @glenpowell. This is the kind of movie you want to see on the biggest screen possible.
Jamie Graham – Total Film
Not sure it’s possible to make a more perfect sequel than Top Gun: Maverick. If you like the original, this is everything you’ve waited 36 years for, balancing nostalgic call-backs with a fresh, dynamic plot and STUNNING aerial photography. Totes emosh, too. I’ll be stunned if there’s a better blockbuster this year.
Keith Simanton – IMDb
The typical crowd of somnambulists at CinemaCon in Las Vegas are notoriously tough. So it’s remarkable that when shown TOP GUN: MAVERICK they applauded 4 times *during* the movie. During it. It’s going to be a massive hit.
Chris Lindahl – Indiewire
After hearing for a week about movies that need to be seen in theaters, Paramount delivered a big-screen spectacle in Top Gun: Maverick at #CinemaCon, a solid standalone actioner that gets its heart from the backstory of the original film.
Drew Taylor – The Wrap / Light The Fuse Podcast
#TopGunMaverick is a profound cinematic experience and easily the best film of the year. What Kosinski, @chrismcquarrie, @eddiehamilton and of course @TomCruise have accomplished is epic and intimate, heart stopping and heartbreaking. However good you think it’ll be, it’s better.
Erik Davis – Fandango – Rotten Tomatoes
One word: Wow! #TopGunMaverick is absolutely terrific in every conceivable way. The action & flying is crazy intense & continually changes & evolves. You’re on the edge of your seat. I was not prepared for how emotional it was, too. The crowd cheered a dozen times. It’s real deal
Yong Chavez – ABC CBN
#TopGunMaverick is everything I hoped it would be & more. When the word ‘cinema’ is invoked, it’s always about auteur-filmmakers. But for many generations of theatergoers all over the world, it also means Tom Cruise in a movie that makes them cheer & gives them joy for 2+ hours.
In Philippine cinemas May 25, Top Gun: Maverick is distributed by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Connect with #TopGunMaverick
Isn’t it a bummer when you see your favorite movie already playing halfway through when you turn on the TV? Fret not! From rom-com and action to horror and thriller, we’re giving you a heads up on all the must-watch movies on TV from May 2 to 8, 2022.
May 2, Monday
Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets (4:55pm, HBO) A mysterious elf tells Harry to expect trouble during his second year at Hogwarts, but nothing can prepare him for trees that fight back, flying cars, spiders that talk and deadly warnings written in blood on the walls of the school.
Jowable (5:30pm, PBO) Despite being surrounded and supported by friends, Elsa still feels miserable and envious of every couple she sees. Finally, Lady Luck smiles upon her and she meets a guy, and the attraction is instantly mutual.
A Mother’s Story (7pm, Cinema One) Medy returns to Manila after living in America and has to work hard to earn back her children’s love.
Spider-Man: Homecoming (10pm, Cinemax) Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, young Peter Parker returns home to live with his Aunt May. Under the watchful eye of mentor Tony Stark, Parker starts to embrace his newfound identity as Spider-Man. He also tries to return to his normal daily routine — distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just a friendly neighborhood superhero. Peter must soon put his powers to the test when the evil Vulture emerges to threaten everything that he holds dear.
May 3, Tuesday
Tenet (10am, HBO) A secret agent is given a single word as his weapon and sent to prevent the onset of World War III. He must travel through time and bend the laws of nature in order to be successful in his mission.
Momzillas (9pm, Cinema One) Momzillas
Baby Driver (10pm, Cinemax) Baby, a music-loving orphan also happens to be the prodigiously talented go-to getaway driver for heist mastermind Doc. With the perfect soundtrack picked out for each and every job, Baby ensures Doc’s violent, bank-robbing cronies – including Buddy, Bats and Darling – get in and out of Dodge before it’s too late. He’s not in it for the long haul though, hoping to nail one last job before riding off into the sunset with beautiful diner waitress Debora. Easier said than done.
May 4, Wednesday
Forevermore (1pm, Cinema One) When an intoxicated Xander, the rebellious and irresponsible only son of a hotel magnate, crash lands his parachute into a strawberry truck his parents make him pay for the damages by working at the strawberry farm.
The Equalizer (1:10pm, Cinemax) Robert McCall, a man of mysterious origin who believes he has put the past behind him, dedicates himself to creating a quiet new life. However, when he meets Teri, a teenager who has been manhandled by violent Russian mobsters, he simply cannot walk away. With his set of formidable skills, McCall comes out of self-imposed retirement and emerges as an avenging angel, ready to take down anyone who brutalizes the helpless.
Venom (3:10pm, HBO) Journalist Eddie Brock is trying to take down Carlton Drake, the notorious and brilliant founder of the Life Foundation. While investigating one of Drake’s experiments, Eddie’s body merges with the alien Venom — leaving him with superhuman strength and power. Twisted, dark and fueled by rage, Venom tries to control the new and dangerous abilities that Eddie finds so intoxicating.
May 5, Thursday
Godzilla vs Kong (5pm, HBO) Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home. Along for the ride is Jia, an orphaned girl who has a unique and powerful bond with the mighty beast. However, they soon find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla as he cuts a swath of destruction across the globe. The initial confrontation between the two titans — instigated by unseen forces — is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the planet.
Everything About Her (7pm, Cinema One) Successful businesswoman Vivian, learns that she is suffering from stage 3 cancer. She then hires a private nurse, Jaica, to take care of her. But Jaica’s bound to play a bigger role in Vivian’s life as she becomes the bridge between Vivian’s family.
Sid & Aya: Not A Love Story (7:30pm, PBO) A successful stockbroker who suffers from insomnia hires a woman to keep him company during his long, sleepless nights.
May 6, Friday
It Takes A Man And A Woman (11:15am, PBO) The relationship between Miggy and Laida didn’t last, and neither did Miggy’s business success. When Laida returns to help with a presentation to MET, old feelings come to the surface.
My Illegal Wife (7pm, Cinema One) Clarise wants a husband and convinces a man with amnesia they are married when they become stranded on an island.
Dune (7:30pm, HBO) Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, only those who can conquer their own fear will survive.
Assassin’s Creed (8:05pm, Cinemax) Cal Lynch travels back in time to 15th-century Spain through a revolutionary technology that unlocks the genetic memories contained in his DNA. There, he lives out the experiences of Aguilar de Nerha, a distant relative who’s also a member of the Assassins, a secret society that fights to protect free will from the power-hungry Templar Order. Transformed by the past, Cal begins to gain the knowledge and physical skills necessary to battle the oppressive organization in the present.
May 7, Saturday
Way Back Home (3pm, Cinema One) Jessica and Joanna, two sisters who were separated as toddlers, meet again during a swimming contest, re-igniting old jealousies between the two after their twelve years apart have transformed them into different people.
F9: The Fast Saga (6:40pm, HBO) Dom Toretto is living the quiet life off the grid with Letty and his son, but they know that danger always lurks just over the peaceful horizon. This time, that threat forces Dom to confront the sins of his past to save those he loves most. His crew soon comes together to stop a world-shattering plot by the most skilled assassin and high-performance driver they’ve ever encountered — Dom’s forsaken brother.
Just A Stranger (9:30pm, PBO) A married woman and a young man with a girlfriend must navigate their feelings after falling in love with each other.
May 8, Sunday
The Forever Purge (2:50pm, HBO) Adela and her husband, Juan, live in Texas, where he works as a ranch hand for the wealthy Tucker family. Juan impresses the Tucker patriarch, Caleb, but that fuels the jealous anger of his son, Dylan. On the morning after the Purge, a masked gang of killers attacks the Tuckers, forcing both families to band together and fight back as the country spirals into chaos.
Ex With Benefits (3:15pm, PBO) Ten years ago, Adam and Arki both dreamed of becoming doctors, but then the couple get into their first major fight, causing Arki to suddenly disappear.
Kasal Kasali Kasalo (5pm, Cinema One) After being forced to migrate to the U.S., Jed proposes to Angie and, hastily, they plan the wedding, which causes a lot of conflict between their families.
Pia Wurtzbach first claimed international fame after winning the revered Miss Universe Crown in 2015. But aside from being a beauty queen, Wurtzbach has also taken multiple paths throughout her career, including acting, writing, and now, food entrepreneurship. After all, the Miss Universe finished Culinary Arts at the Center for Asian Culinary Studies, so her background in food is rooted deeper than just being a foodie!
For Wurtzbach’s business venture, she had collaborated with the cloud restaurant group CloudEats to bring to life Pia’s Kitchen. This cloud kitchen combines Wurtzbach’s love for food and travel, with the brand wittingly incorporating flight and travel emblems in their packaging. But what really makes Pia’s Kitchen stand out is its traveling menu, which changes cuisines every few months. For instance, Pia’s Kitchen currently has a curated Japanese lineup, soon to be switched for a Southeast Asian cuisine roster.
If you’re curious about Pia Wurtzbach’s love for food and her experience in conceptualizing and running her own food business, check out our foodie Q&A below:
You’ve been to different parts of the world and now you have your own brand serving different cuisines. Personally, what are your top 3 favorite cuisines?
Pia Wurtzbach: I really love Asian cuisine, so, in no particular order , I love Thai, I also love Japanese, and nothing beats home, soI also love Filipino food.
How did you get the idea of having a travelling menu, each offering a different cuisine, for Pia’s Kitchen?
PW: We just wanted to do something different because there are a few brands under Cloudeats already. So I was thinking of how I can set myself apart and how I can offer something new and different. I know for a fact that Filipinos love to try new things all the time. We love mixing it up and jumping from one flavor to another, and I am the same. So I was thinking, why don’t we change the menu every 3 months? Because I did not want to stick to just one particular cuisine where we do Japanese forever. I would eventually want to try Thai, Filipino, South American, Mediterranean, and I don’t think this has been done before so that is why I wanted to do that.
For you, what is the best part of being the owner of Pia’s Kitchen?
PW: The best part is that I get to do all these food tastings and real talk with the dishes, these are really my go-to dishes when I want to reward myself. My family and friends know that I love a bowl of chicken katsu curry after a day of shooting. It makes me happy. These are dishes that I handpicked myself. And I also have culinary training so it’s been a while since I tapped into that side of me. So it’s nice to bring the foodie back.
Among all your recent travels, what are the meals that have stood out?
PW: Oh, there are so many! I love rice. So anything with rice. I cant wait until we eventually do Middle Eastern cuisine because I have been spending a lot of time there. We’re actually kind of based there now, even if I still fly to Manila a lot. I’m looking forward to having Middle Eastern as part of the menu.
What is your favorite Filipino food?
PW: Tinola, sinigang, bola bola na may misua. I love rice drowning in soup! That’s the best!
PW: Carbs, for sure. Let’s be honest, that’s the food that makes everyone happy. Rice, pasta, I also really enjoy. I don’t really restrict myself when it comes to flavor, I love tasting everything.
What’s your favorite drink?
PW: Yes, I do love milk tea. I think milk tea is a dessert in itself, depending how sweet you want it. If not milk tea, I’m really going to admit I love drinking soda. How can you eat rice without a soda beside you? Mag-partner yan!
Do you also have any unusual food combinations that you actually enjoy eating?
PW: I enjoy mixing salty and sweet food. I think most Filipinos love sauces. Not even just one sauce, sometimes two sauces. Sometimes they even have calamansi. So I love having a variety of sauces with my meals. That’s why when we were doing this menu, I was particular about the sauces because that’s what makes the dish. An unusual food combination I’ve tried is apples in soy sauce before. It was just a craving where I wanted something sweet and fresh while having something savory. It was weird but it really hit the spot!
If you can host a dinner with meals from Pia’s Kitchen, who do you want to feed and what would you serve them?
PW: I would choose my family, because they haven’t been to Manila since the start of the pandemic because although they know about the brand, they can’t order it in the UK. So I would like to have them over and try what we’ve been working on these months. Let’s keep it in the family! I would serve them everything! Personally, whenever I order Pia’s kitchen at home, I would order everything on the menu so that I can test and try everything. So, when my family is here, I would want to make them try everything.
Order now at Pia’s Kitchen in just a few taps! Their dishes are available 24/7 via GrabFood with prices ranging from P150 to P300. For more information, visit the social media pages of Pia’s Kitchen on Facebook and Instagram. You can also visit the CloudEats website.
Streaming services have really redefined entertainment for everyone, and with more viewers exploring more shows across different platforms, the demand and competition between these streaming sites have resulted in a vast pool of content one can watch from their own TVs and gadgets.
If you’re always on the lookout for the latest releases on Netflix, HBO GO, and other streaming services here in the Philippines, we’ve got you covered! On this list, we round up new movies and series that are heading to your favorite streamers from May 2 to 8, 2022!
Inspired by a true story, this limited series follows the life of Michael Peterson and the controversial mystery surrounding the death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson.
We return to the dystopian world where the US government allows its citizens to commit all kinds of crimes in one night. But more anarchy erupts when a group of lawless marauders decides to Purge without end.
This espionage thriller follows an Israeli Mossad agent tasked to destroy Iran’s nuclear reactor, but when the mission fails, the lives of people important to her are put in jeopardy.
The follow up to 2016’s Doctor Strange is finally coming to cinemas! In ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,’ Benedict Cumberbatch returns as Dr. Stephen Strange who casts a forbidden spell, opening the multiverse that includes alternate versions of himself. He joins forces with Wong and Wanda Maximoff to face the threat to humanity, but their powers alone may not be enough.
Excited to head to the cinemas to catch this latest MCU movie on the big screen? Here are some interesting film trivia and fun facts about ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ before you catch it in the cinemas!
1. Doctor Strange currently has five film appearances, with the most recent one connected to the upcoming sequel
Marvel fans following the MCU have seen Stephen Strange, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, in Doctor Strange, Thor: Ragnarok, Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, and the most recent, Spider-Man: No Way Home. ICYMI, in No Way Home, Doctor Strange helps Spider-Man and in the process, tampers with the multiverse. The upcoming Doctor Strange sequel continues from the events that happened in No Way Home, with Strange going out to the madness that is the multiverse.
2. Also reprising their role in the MCU are Benedict Wong as Wong, Doctor Strange’s friend, and Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff
Both Wong and Cumberbatch starred in No Way Home, and for Multiverse of Madness, they are joined by Olsen who reprises her role as Wanda a.k.a. Scarlet Witch, which had its own series Wandavision on Disney+. The three will also be portraying alternate versions of their MCU characters who they will encounter when the doorway to the multiverse opens.
3. The Illuminati will make an appearance in the film
In this newly released promo clip by Marvel, at its 16-second mark we see Karl Mordo, played by Chiwetel Ejiofor say, ‘Stephen Strange, the Illuminati will see you now.’ In the Marvel comics, the Illuminati is a secret society of superheroes that also has multiple versions in the multiverse. Some of the Illuminati’s members include Iron Man, Professor X (who appears in the trailer), Mr. Fantastic, and Black Panther.
4. ‘Multiverse of Madness’ is directed by Sam Raimi, known for directing and producing horror films
This isn’t the first time the ‘Evil Dead’ filmmaker is taking on Marvel superheroes — he directed the Spider-Man trilogy, which starred Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. Sam Raimi returns to directing for the big screen after a 9-year hiatus with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
5. We’ll be introduced to queer Marvel character, America Chavez
In the film, the lesbian superhero is portrayed by Xochitl Gomez, popular for her role as Dawn in Netflix’s The Baby-Sitters Club. Gomez had to bow out of BSC Season 2 when she landed the role in the new Marvel film. America Chavez a.k.a. ‘Miss America’ first appeared in comics in 2011, and the superhero has multiple superpowers such as flight, super speed, and superstrength.
Filipino singer-songwriter/producer Ace Banzuelo continues to carve out a new lane in pop music with the release of “Babae,” an ‘80s inspired track steeped in warm, analog-sounding synths and romantic lyrics.
The retro-infused jam serves as the official anthem for #BabaeAko, an International Women’s Month campaign by Sony Music Philippines which aims to put a spotlight on women and female artists under the label’s roster through several online and promotional activities.
In an exclusive interview, the seventeen-year-old shares how he got into music, talks about his recently released single ‘Babae’, being hands-on on the music video, and more. Watch the interview below:
“Babae” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide. Watch the music video here.
Filipino toy designer, illustrator, and graffiti artist Quiccs has made waves worldwide for his unique creations. His designer toys—inspired by his interests in Japanese robots, graffiti art, and hip-hop—usually sell like hotcakes after their release.
Over the years, the award-winning toy designer has worked with big names locally and abroad—there’s a global sportswear brand, a telecommunications company, and this time around, one of the largest shopping mall chains in the Philippines.
Mallgoers are in for a treat as Quiccs partners with Robinsons Malls for an exciting collaboration. Say hello to R-TEQ63, a larger-than-life Quiccs installation that you’d exclusively find at Robinsons Galleria! You can spot R-TEQ63 at the Level 2 Atrium starting April 30 to May 31, 2022.
The massive, 25-feet inflatable figure takes after the design elements of the toy designer’s signature TEQ63 character. In case you’re wondering, “TEQ” is short for “technique,” while “63” is the Philippines’ country code.
“We are thrilled that Robinsons Malls becomes the first home of Quiccs’ exciting new creation, the R-TEQ63. We hope that toy collectors, hobbyists, and art aficionados find Robinsons Malls as their favorite destination where they can pursue their passions and discover unique experiences,” says Arlene G. Magtibay, SVP and General Manager of Robinsons Malls.
Aside from the inflatable figure, you can also check out Quiccs’ toy booth from April 30 to May 1. Score a new Quiccs toy figure and get a chance to meet the artist himself during the Meet and Greet session.
As this TEQ63 character is the first of its kind, make sure you snap lots of photos! The best part? You stand a chance to win a random Quiccs toy every week through the R-TEQ63 Selfie Raffle Promo. To join the contest, simply take a selfie with R-TEQ63 at Robinsons Galleria, and follow and tag the official Facebook and Instagram accounts of both Robinsons Galleria and Quiccs. Winners will be announced every Friday. The promo runs from April 30 to May 31.
Keep your eyes peeled on Robinsons Malls’ social media pages, as R-TEQ63 is set to visit other Robinsons Malls such as Robinsons Magnolia and Robinsons Place Manila. For now, make sure to mark your calendars and check out R-TEQ63 at Robinsons Galleria.
For more information, visit www.robinsonsmalls.com or follow RobinsonsMalls on Facebook; @RobinsonsMallsOfficial on Instagram; and @RobinsonsMalls on Twitter.
