Kung Hei Fat Choi! What better way to celebrate the Year of the Tiger than dining on your favorite Chinese dishes brought to you by Modern Shanghai!
For the whole month of February, you can avail of the 6-course Emperor’s Feast good for 3 persons for P1,388. Enjoy the savory world of Chinese cuisine and share these with your loved ones- Egg Rice, String Beans, Deep-fried Pork, Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet, Xiao Long Bao and Sautéed River Spinach with Minced Pork. There are also other signature dishes that you can order from the menu. This special treat is available for dine-in, take-out and delivery through Bistro Delivers, GrabFood, and Pickaroo.
It’s going to be an auspicious start of the Chinese New Year at Modern Shanghai. Follow @modernshanghai on social media.
Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson star in Marry Me, a fresh and relevant romance for this modern age – 21st century Roman Holiday meets Notting Hill.
In Marry Me, we meet Kat Valdez (Lopez), half of the sexiest celebrity power couple on Earth with hot new music supernova Bastian (Maluma, in his feature-film debut). As Kat and Bastian’s inescapable hit single, “Marry Me,” climbs the charts, they are about to be wed before an audience of their fans in a ceremony that will be streamed across multiple platforms.
Then there’s divorced high-school math teacher Charlie Gilbert (Wilson) who has been dragged to the concert by his daughter Lou (Chloe Coleman, HBO’s Big Little Lies) and his best friend Parker (Sarah Silverman, Hulu’s I Love You, America). When Kat learns, seconds before the ceremony, that Bastian has cheated on her, her life turns left as she has a meltdown on stage, questioning love, truth and loyalty.
Marry Me proposes that if what you know lets you down, then perhaps what you don’t know is the answer, and so, in a moment of inspired insanity, Kat chooses to marry Charlie. What begins as an impulsive reaction evolves into an unexpected romance. But as forces conspire to separate them, the universal question arises: Can two people from such different worlds bridge the gulf between them and build a place where they both belong?
As fantastical as the premise for the film may seem at first, film director Kat Coiro (who also currently serves as executive producer and director for the majority of the series in Marvel’s She Hulk for Disney+) shares that many of the greatest true love stories often started in improbable, or impossible, ways. “When it comes to love, nothing is truly impossible. When you start asking people how they met their partner, you’ll hear these stories that seem like everything had to line up for that relationship to happen,” Coiro says. “Beneath all the wildness of this story, these are just two people meeting and falling in love, which happens every day.”
That perspective on the film was exactly what Lopez and her fellow filmmakers were looking for. “Kat had a real vision for what this movie could be,” Lopez says. “She was also fantastic to work with throughout the development of the film. People are going to love her work in this.”
Lopez, as both the film’s leading lady as well as a producer, brought every aspect of her experience at the height of the entertainment industry to bear on making the film into a true romantic event for audiences.
Jennifer Lopez immediately connected with Kat and the film’s themes on multiple levels. “I understand this life,” Lopez says. “The film is literally going behind the veil of what it’s like to be a celebrity.”
Save-the-date! A Universal Pictures International release, Marry Me will open in Philippine cinemas starting February 9.
Usher the auspicious Year of the Tiger with the luckiest deals at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar. The iconic heritage and beach resort invites guests to revitalize, reconnect and spend the Lunar Fest that guarantees a festive, safe and worry-free staycation.
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Savor the Lunar Fest for Two (2) Nights at P12,000 nett or Three (3) nights, priced at Php 16,000 nett complete with daily breakfast , Chinese-themed dinner with typical dishes and recipes, Balsa ride, complimentary rice cake setup in the room and delight in main street parade with Batoneras and other local performances.
Beach View
Booking Period : January 15, 2022- February 01, 2022 Stay Period : January 31, 2022- February 02,2022
After months of anticipation, ABS-CBN’s The Broken Marriage Vow finally premiered on TV on Monday night (January 24) with a thrilling pilot episode that drew praises from netizens and generated multiple trending topics on social media.
The series introduced viewers to Dra. Jill Ilustre (Jodi Sta. Maria) and the picture-perfect life she has built with her husband David (Zanjoe Marudo) and their only son Gio (Zaijian Jaranilla). However, Jill becomes haunted by red flags that suggest David could be cheating on her after she found a lip balm and a long strand of hair in his belongings.
Viewers can look forward to more exciting twists and dramatic confrontations as Jill becomes hell-bent on unraveling David’s secret extramarital affair with his mistress Lexy (Sue Ramirez).
Viewers were definitely hooked on the story and the stars’ performances as #TBMVGlobalPremiere, #TheBrokenMarriageVow, “Jodi as Dra,” and Jill Ilustre landed on the list of top trending topics on Twitter Philippines.
“In just a span of 35 minutes, it already showed us a glimpse of its topnotch quality – the set, location, costume are praiseworthy. An eye-popping visual feast! I am sure that it will set the standards on a higher scale. This is a giant leap for a Filipino TV series! #TBMVGlobalPremiere is indeed promising. Let the gigil feast begin!” shared @hoenicurn on Twitter.
“Pilot looks good. Feels very much like its South Korean counterpart. The cast is perfect, camera work looks slick, wardrobe is to die for, stylish yet very slick, parang ang sarap tumira sa Baguio,” said @ace_antipolo.
@AltStudio23 commended the show for the intricate details in every scene, “I love the details talaga, first episode pa lang ng The Broken Marriage Vow! Each gap talagang tutok ka. Every body movement, every line, camera movement. Ang ganda. Carefully made, it is very evident. #TBMVGlobalPremiere #TheBrokenMarriageVow.”
@alkimermaid, on the other hand, said, “I like the quality of the Philippine remake of #TheBrokenMarriageVow. Grabe Jodi Sta. Maria is super slaying the role! I love her eyes, the dramatic intensity of her expressions. It’s very impressive and superb! Hats off!”
Concepcion Macatuno and Andoy Ranay directed “The Broken Marriage Vow,” the Philippine adaptation of the hit BBC series “Doctor Foster,” for ABS-CBN.
Watch “The Broken Marriage Vow” weeknights at 8:40 PM on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, TV5, Viu, and Kapamilya Online Live on ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel and Facebook page. Viewers who use any digital TV box at home such as the TVplus box only need to rescan their device to be able to watch “The Broken Marriage Vow” on TV5 and A2Z. The series is also available to viewers in and out of the Philippines on iWantTFC, while viewers outside of the Philippines can watch on The Filipino Channel (TFC) on cable and IPTV.
For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.
Merrell, a brand best known for its outdoor collection of hiking boots and trail runners, continues to pique the interest of loyalists, streetwear enthusiasts, and sneakerheads alike by releasing three new colorways of their unique-looking water shoe, including a women’s style this time. Undoubtedly eye-catching and surprisingly functional, the Hydro moc has garnered significant buzz and more than a few rave reviews upon its introduction to the country last November of its Black and Navy styles.
The “ugly” shoe now comes in new Spring-ready shades like Butternut and Black/Brindle for men and Burgundy for women. Made with a single piece of rubberized EVA foam, the Hydro Moc is an all-rounder that is just as suited for the beach and the camping trail as it is on city streets and even casual bike rides as it combines a sleek, ironic fashion with technical function.
First released in North America, the Hydro Moc drew immediate attention from the media and the general public because of its unusual and unforgettable look. The shoe has since garnered scores of fans from Latin America, East Asia, Australia, and now the Philippines. Appealing both to streetwear aficionados and island lifers the world over, the Hydro Moc has often been worn with brightly colored socks or on their own for outdoor activities at the beach, camping, and biking.
For a more easy-on, easy-off experience, the Hydro Slide provides the same kind of comfort but with more freedom on-foot, making it a perfect aftersport sandal. Last year saw the release of Black and White colorways of the slide. This year welcomes a women’s-only Burgundy colorway.
You can now shop the latest Hydro Moc and Hydro Slide colorways in Merrell concept stores nationwide, major department stores and online at their official webstorewww.merrell.com.ph.
As Spring draws near, so shall new luck. Bid farewell to what’s old with hope budding ahead. To set the Year of the Tiger off right, New World Makati Hotel has curated a series of exciting offers – including a relaxing room package, enticing dining experiences, and fun activities to share with family and friends. Rediscover what New World Makati Hotel has in store as we enter a New Year, and a New World.
Auspicious Stays
Welcome happiness and prosperity with the family with a Chinese New Year staycation offer. Enjoy safe and relaxing stays from January 28 to February 6, 2022. The package includes an overnight stay in a Residence Club Deluxe room with breakfast for two adults as well as a box of Jasmine’s signature handcrafted koi fish nian gao (tikoy).
Gifts of Good Fortune
Delight those that mean most with Jasmine’s best-selling handcrafted nian gao (tikoy) encased in a turquoise and gold box which come in the koi fish and classic round shapes priced at PHP1,088 and PHP988 nett, respectively. Bulk orders get a 20% discount with a minimum of 50 boxes and Club Epicure members receive a 10% discount.
No Chinese New Year feast is ever complete without a decadent dessert. The Shop offers its tangy and sweet combination of the Mandarin Orange Chocolate Cake, inspired by and shaped after the lucky gold coin, and made with white chocolate mousse, mandarin oranges, and a hint of cinnamon – perfect to share with friends and family. The Mandarin Orange Chocolate Cake is at PHP1,388 nett. A 48-hour lead time for orders is needed.
Express gratitude and well wishes to loved ones, friends, and associates with a thoughtfully-curated Chinese New Year hamper. The Prosperity Box includes items that can be used for Chinese New Year celebrations and more such as dried scallops, dried black mushrooms, Chinese sausage, Jasmine’s XO chili sauce, Sweetened cashew nuts, salted espresso cookies, fortune cookies, and a bottle of wine – priced at PHP8,800 nett. Orders must be placed 48 hours in advance and will be offered until February 12, 2022.
Chinese New Year Feasts
Set Menus
Jasmine highlights its premium Chinese cuisine befitting Lunar New Year celebrations. Two set menus offer dishes that signify prosperity, longevity, and happiness for the coming year. Set Menu 1 starts with the Salmon Yu Sheng salad, also known as the Prosperity Salad, followed by Imperial Peking duck (half) served the traditional way, Chicken asparagus soup, Pan-fried garoupa fillet with chili, garlic and coconut sauce, Wok-fried beef tenderloin in XO sauce, Deep-fried spare ribs with cantaloupe and sweet and sour sauce, Peking duck served the second way and Seafood fried rice with salted fish. The meal is concluded by three desserts – Glutinous rice dumpling with milk chocolate, Dark sugar coconut sticky rice cake, and Mango cream sago.
Set Menu 2 also begins with the Prosperity Salad and features the Suckling pig barbecued combination platter, Roasted duck (half), Assorted seafood conpoy bamboo pith soup, Steamed garoupa fillet with bean curd, garlic and vermicelli, Wok-fried scallops with chicken and XO chili sauce, Deep-fried spare ribs with crispy garlic and Stir-fried noodle with beef fillet and bean sprout, followed by desserts Steamed milky egg cream piggy buns, Dark sugar coconut sticky rice cake, and Mango cream pomelo.
Chef’s Recommendation
An a la carte selection of best-selling items will also be available under the Chef’s Recommendations menu, which comprises the Salmon Yu Sheng salad, Braised baby abalone with Chinese mushroom, Wok-fried prawn with chili, garlic and coconut sauce, Scallop with broccoli and XO sauce, Braised seafood with cucumber and sea moss, Wok-fried prawn with celery, Pan-fried garoupa fillet with chili, garlic and coconut sauce, and “Fujian” style stir-fried misua.
All You Can Eat Dim Sum
Jasmine’s sought after all-you-can-eat dim sum will be on offer as well, featuring all of the restaurant’s well-loved dishes such as Crispy pork belly, “Har gao” shrimp with bamboo shoot dumpling, “Xiao long bao” Shanghainese pork dumpling, “Siu Mai” pork and dried scallop, Seafood taro puff, Seafood cheese net spring roll, Barbecued pork pastry puff, and more.
Set Menus 1 and 2 are offered at PHP8,888 nett per table of four guests. Vegetarian set menus are also available. All-You-Can Eat Dim Sum is priced at PHP1,688 nett per person.
Celebrations at Home
Guests can likewise celebrate in the comfort and safety of home. For a minimum of ten guests, the Celebrations at Home package consists of ten of Jasmine’s signature dishes from Imperial Peking duck, Braised abalone mushroom with shiitake mushroom and premium oyster sauce, Wok-fried shrimp with pacific clam and broccoli, Fried garoupa fillet with chili and coconut sauce, Baked pork spare ribs with dried chili, black beans and harbour style, Yeung chow fried rice, and more, as well as desserts – Chilled mango cream sago and Glutinous dumpling with milk chocolate and peanut. The meal also includes Jasmine or oolong tea.
Celebrations at Home is ideal for ten guests and starts at PHP25,888 nett. For inquiries and reservations, guests can call +63288116888 or e-mail events.manila@newworldhotels.com.
New Year Celebrations
Gatherings to welcome the Lunar New Year are also made possible and worry-free with comprehensive Celebrations Packages that include Chinese banquet menus for 50 guests or more, venue use for five hours, one round of select beverages for all guests, five complimentary boxes of nian gao (tikoy), as well as audio and video set up.
Celebrations packages start at PHP91,888 nett for 50 guests. For inquiries and reservations, guests can call +63288116888 or e-mail events.manila@newworldhotels.com.
Go behind-the-stunts of Columbia Pictures’ Uncharted on the hardest action sequence Tom Holland’s ever made. Watch the Stunts Vignette below and experience the movie exclusively in Philippine cinemas on February 23.
Street-smart thief Nathan Drake (Tom Holland) is recruited by seasoned treasure hunter Victor “Sully” Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg) to recover a fortune lost by Ferdinand Magellan 500 years ago. What starts as a heist job for the duo becomes a globe-trotting, white-knuckle race to reach the prize before the ruthless Moncada (Antonio Banderas), who believes he and his family are the rightful heirs. If Nate and Sully can decipher the clues and solve one of the world’s oldest mysteries, they stand to find $5 billion in treasure and perhaps even Nate’s long-lost brother…but only if they can learn to work together.
Director Ruben Fleischer and Tom Holland on the set of Columbia Pictures UNCHARTED. Photo by: Clay Enos
Uncharted stars Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg, Sophia Ali, Tati Gabrielle and Antonio Banderas
Directed by Ruben Fleischer. screenplay by Rafe Judkins and Art Marcum & Matt Holloway, screen story by Rafe Judkins, based on the PlayStation video game by Naughty Dog.
The film is produced by Charles Roven, Avi Arad, Alex Gartner, Ari Arad; the executive producers are Ruben Fleischer, Robert J. Dohrmann, David Bernad, Tom Holland, Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, Neil Druckmann, Evan Wells, Art Marcum and Matt Holloway.
In Philippine cinemas February 23, Uncharted is distributed by Columbia Pictures, the local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Use the hashtag #UnchartedMovie
Max’s Restaurant, the iconic Filipino restaurant chain famous for its Sarap-to-the-Bones® Fried Chicken is ending the month with two all-out sarap offers – Max’s All-You-Can plus a Double Up Deal on Solo Meals from January 28 to February 1 only.
All-Out on All-You-Can
This 2022, Max’s is bringing back its much-awaited All-You-Can promo. Fans can once again enjoy unlimited refills of their Max’s favorites for only P499.
Sarap-to-The-Bones® Fried Chicken: The classic Quarter Fried Chicken best enjoyed with Max’s Banana Ketchup with a dash of hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce
Max’s Sizzling Tofu: Delicious tofu cubes with chopped onions and bell peppers, sauteed in a special sauce, and topped with chili.
Chicken Sisig: A flavorful mix of chopped Max’s Fried Chicken and chicken liver, topped with slivers of chili fingers, onions, and celery.
Chicken Lumpiang Shanghai: Ground chicken and select spices rolled in lumpia wrapper and deep-fried to perfection.
Each serving also comes with plain rice to go with these Pinoy dishes. All-You-Can plate will be refilled after first serving is consumed. The offer is valid for dine-in transactions only in selected stores nationwide.
All-Out on Double Deal
Aside from Max’s All-You-Can, customers are in for another all-out sarap deal where they can double up their solo meals. Treat a friend or the whole family because this limited-time offer shouldn’t be missed. Guests can double up their order when they buy any of the following:
Best Plate: A hearty plate with of all of Max’s classic favorites — One-Piece Fried Chicken, Lumpiang Shanghai, Pancit Canton, Max’s Tofu, and its signature Caramel Bar®. Now it also comes with Corn Sisig, Tamarind Chicken Skin, and Java Rice
One-Piece Chicken: Classic One-Piece Fried Chicken served with Java Rice and crispy Tamarind Chicken. It also comes with a Max’s Caramel Bar®.
Giant Chicken Meatball: A delectable oversized Chicken Meatball drizzled with savory BBQ sauce. It’s served with Java Rice, Tamarind Chicken Skin, and a Sunny Side Up egg.
Chicken Chorizo: Max’s version of Chicken Chorizo is packed with flavor and drizzled with rich sisig sauce. Each order comes with Java Rice, Tamarind Chicken Skin, and one Sunny Side Up egg.
Other solo meals such as Bangus Rice Bowl, Chicken Sisig Rice Bowl, Max’s Tofu Rice Bowl, and Shanghai Rice Bowl are also included in the promo. Guests can also add one or two side dishes to the different solo meals. Choices are Max’s Tofu, Corn Sisig, Eggplant & Tofu, Mushroom Slapicao, Sweet and Spicy Tofu, Chicken Pancit Canton, Mini Fried Ubod, Mini Fresh Ubod, Chicken Sisig Salad and Coleslaw.
Promo is exclusively for take-out or delivery via delivery.maxschicken.com or 888-79000 (Metro Manila).
For more information, visit the official Facebook page at @MaxsRestaurant and use the hashtag #MaxsAllOutSarap.
Director Guillermo del Toro, who is known for films such as Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water, and Hellboy to name a few, is soon to reveal his stop-motion take on a classic children’s story, Pinocchio.
Netflix has just unveiled the first teaser to the upcoming musical adventure, which features the iconic Cricket– voiced by Ewan McGregor– as he is about to tell us the story of the wooden boy. Watch it here:
Pinocchio comes from the 1883 children’s novel, The Adventures ofPinocchio by the Italian writer Carlo Collodi. While it has been adapted into film multiple times, most notably by Disney, its main premise remained– a wooden puppet created by a man named Gepetto is brought to life and is searching for his place in the world. Meanwhile, another well-known feature of the wooden boy is that his nose gets longer when he lies.
With Guillermo del Toro directing alongside Mark Gustafson, viewers may also expect Del Toro’s distinct style of injecting dark and serious themes and visuals into stories of fantasy. Sebastian J. Cricket himself teased in the trailer that in this Pinocchio, there’s more to the story than we know of.
Also starring in the stop-motion musical are David Bradley as Geppetto, Gregory Mann as Pinocchio, Finn Wolfhard, Cate Blanchett, John Turturro, Ron Perlman, Tim Blake Nelson, Burn Gorman, Christoph Waltz, and Tilda Swinton. The film is set for release in December this year.
Looking for an outlet that will help you find peace in your hectic life this year? Maybe what you’re looking for is just a click away!
When we think of video games, some may think of adrenaline-pumping action, high-octane racing, or even challenging puzzles. But sometimes, video games can also mean calm in between one’s busy schedule. While some games’ interpretations of fun are outlandish experiences where the player gets to be the hero, there are also titles where you can just relax and enjoy doing your tasks at your own pace. Below are such video games you could play on your PC and consoles.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons offers a chill and peaceful gameplay that you could enjoy anywhere, thanks to the portability of the Nintendo Switch. Live a soothing life on an island where you can garden, fish, catch insects, befriend islanders, and hang out with your friends. With its available tools for crafting and decorating, the game really gives you the freedom to make an island of your own!
PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, & iOS
This indie life and farming simulator polished the genre first made popular by the Harvest Moon franchise. Presented in pixel graphics, Stardew Valley turns you into a new farmer who just inherited a plot of land from his grandfather. Your goal is to make the land thrive by sowing seeds and reaping crops. The game also allows you to fish, mine, craft, make friends with the villagers, and even marry one of them.
Perhaps what you need to relax is a short hike into nature. But if that’s not possible for the moment, you should check out the game A Short Hike. The game takes you on a journey where you hike, climb, and soar through beautiful mountainside landscapes. Along the way, you will also meet other hikers and discover hidden treasures that will make your virtual hike even more memorable.
From hiking atop majestic mountaintops, you might also find peace diving into the deepest parts of the ocean. ABZU takes you on such an adventure as a Diver, who goes into the vibrant depths of the ocean to discover hundreds of unique species and unravel its many mysteries. While danger also awaits in its depths, the game will take you on an underwater journey that soothes you with beauty.
Proteus is the game to satisfy one’s wanderlust. The game’s blocky yet charming world lets you explore, immerse, and interact with so many things. While its main objective is just to let you discover its wonderful virtual landscapes and seascapes, the game also holds little surprises that make it more interesting to players.
As responsible adults, sometimes we just want to let loose and act like chaotic kids. The Untitled Goose Game helps you redeem that feeling of freedom… but as a goose. In this game, you play a goose that goofs around and creates funny problems in an unsuspecting village setting up pranks, stealing people’s belongings, and honking a lot until you ruin everyone’s day!
PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, iOS, & Nintendo Switch
Here’s another video game where you create satisfying and enjoyable chaos. In this physics puzzle game, you are literally just a hole on the ground. You control this hole with the objective of getting everything to fall into its mysterious depths, and with every item you devour, the hole gets larger. While it’s a simplistic and straight-to-the-point game, Donut County offers charming visuals and fun characters that are all delightful as a whole.
A game about death may sound bleak and upsetting, but the management simulator Spiritfarer is far from that. You play as Stella, the ferry master to the deceased. Your objective is to build and expand your boat, and get to know your passenger spirits before you release them into the afterlife. Alongside its management mechanics, the game also offers touching stories that will leave a mark on you after playing.
Firewatch is a narrative mystery game set in the Wyoming wilderness. You play as Henry, a fire lookout based on top of a lone tower in the middle of the woods. With only the voice of your supervisor, Delilah, keeping you company through a handheld radio, your job is to make sure that the forest is safe from fire. To do so, the game requires you to leave the tower and explore the wild environment around you, while making choices that may build or destroy the only relationship you hold onto. With its gorgeous visuals and enthralling story, Firewatch will keep you engaged and soothed with wonder.
PC, PlayStation 4, iOS, Android, & Nintendo Switch
This side-scroller offers a serene gaming experience that’s free from danger, frustration, or death. Presented in captivating art and music, the game puts you in the world of Gris, a hopeful young girl who must deal with sorrow. As she grows emotionally, more of her abilities are unlocked, allowing you to see her world differently.
