Every single day, women prove that they are key to making our homes, workplaces, and nation run efficiently. From taking care of their children and their families to their contributions to the workforce and beyond, women are making a deep and profound impact on our world.
In time for Women’s Month this March, it is important that we advocate the empowerment of all women. That’s why Araneta City stands by women and #EmbraceEquity.
“Women are a cornerstone of our society,” Marjorie Go, AVP for Marketing of Araneta City, said. “As we celebrate Women’s Month, we are proud to say that we stand behind women as they continue to push the limits and work towards finally breaking that proverbial glass ceiling.”
To celebrate and inspire women, the City of Firsts has several activities to help highlight their role in our society and our nation. First is Claim it. Own it., an inspiring exhibit that showcases the incredible achievements of notable Filipinas with pioneering accomplishments across a wide range of fields. The exhibit takes place until March 12 at the Gateway Mall Activity Area.
There is also the Pop QC: Women’s Month Bazaar from March 17 to 19 that celebrates and promotes women entrepreneurship. This bazaar is led by women entrepreneurs, and it highlights a diverse range of products made by women from different parts of Quezon City. Held in partnership with the J. Amado Araneta Foundation and the local government of Quezon City, this event will be at the Ground Floor of Gateway Mall.
Araneta City’s social media accounts will also be showing its support for every Pinay through a series of posts that aim to inspire, empower, and enable women to be the best they can be in whatever field they are in.
“We know that women can do and achieve great and wonderful things. They have proven this time and time again. At Araneta City, we are proud to do our part to make our society more just for all women so that they can have the tools and knowledge they need to progress and build a better future for them and their families,” Go said.
From encouraging mall-goers to adopt more sustainable ways to dispose of their solid waste, to promoting emergency and disaster preparedness that is inclusive of persons with disabilities and the elderly, to employee engagement efforts that ensure a happy and productive workforce, SM Supermalls and its corporate social responsibility arm SM Cares are known for their advocacies that continuously leave a positive impact on communities and the environment.
In recognition of their unwavering commitment to these advocacies, SM Supermalls and SM Cares took home a total of three awards at the recently concluded “Gabi ng Parangal” of the 58th Anvil Awards, organized by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines last March 8 at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Pasay City.
SM Cares took home a Silver Anvil award for its efforts to help address solid waste pollution in the country through its Trash-to-Cash and Plastic Waste Collection initiatives, which are part of its Environmental Programs on Solid Waste Management.
By the end of the eligibility period, SM Cares successfully collected a total of 1,247 tons of solid waste, and has helped many SM mall-goers develop the habit of disposing of their solid waste properly.
SM Cares also took home a SIlver Anvil award for the 2022 iteration of its “Emergency Preparedness Forum,” an event designed to provide emergency preparedness training that is tailored to the unique needs of PWDs and senior citizens.
Held from July 13 to August 3, 2022 in four of the most disaster-prone cities in the country–Baguio City, Quezon City, Legazpi City, and Cebu City–the forum was able to help more than 1,900 participants become better equipped to keep themselves safe during disasters.
Meanwhile, SM Supermalls won a Silver Anvil award for its initiative SM LIFE, which aims to promote purpose, performance, and passion and help employees adapt and grow to the evolving needs of the business, and to stay happy, resilient, and productive at work.
Through the initiative, SM Supermalls was able to retain 93 percent of its high-potential talents, and saw an average of 98 percent in terms of training coverage, with participation in engagement programs at 100 percent, among other positive results. The company also recovered and sustained its mall revenue, foot traffic, and occupancy through 2021 and 2022.
SM Cares is the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, supporting initiatives focused on communities and the environment. Aside from the program on PWDs, its advocacies include Programs for the Environment, Women & Breastfeeding Mothers, Children & Youth, Senior Citizens, and the SM Bike-friendly initiative.To learn more about these programs, visit www.smsupermalls.com/smcares.
Compassion for animals and responsible pet ownership are the core values of Robinsons Malls Happy Pets Club (HPC). Since 2015, HPC has attracted thousands of registered pet owners nationwide, providing them access to information, activities, and support systems that help in promoting pet welfare.
Part of HPC’s year-long programs is the protection of community cats in areas where Robinsons Malls are located, starting with Robinsons Magnolia. To achieve a more holistic approach, HPC has sealed a partnership with known advocacy group, the Animal Kingdom Foundation (AKF). AKF is a non-profit organization that supports, protects and promotes the welfare and rights of animals in the country.
With the joint initiative of Robinsons Malls and AKF, a sustainable program focused on the community cats will be implemented leading to their adoption under HPC’s The Gift of Furever campaign. Robinsons Malls will defray the costs including food, laboratory tests, medications, spaying/neutering, vaccination, and the overall rehabilitation of the cats. AKF will also provide expert guidance and support including training on the proper handling of community cats.
AKF has all the expertise and appropriate facilities needed to realize the common goal of protecting the animals that are part of the program. Founded in 2002 by the late Charles Leslie Wartenberg with Sweet, the dog he rescued from the dog meat trade, the Foundation has been at the forefront of eliminating the practice of illegal slaughter of dogs for human consumption and have helped introduced legislations or amendments in the existing animal-welfare laws of the Philippines. At present, Atty. Heidi Caguioa heads AKF as its program director.
“AKF’s partnership with RLC is one of our efforts to bring a better tomorrow for the animals. An improved community awareness and involvement brings about that change in human behavior in the way each and everyone treat animals. Let us all remember that animal welfare is everyone’s responsibility and we should work together in creating a safe space for them,” AKF Program Director Atty. Heidi Caguioa said.
“The partnership between Robinsons Malls and AKF strengthens our commitment to responsible pet parenting and to providing support to the communities that we serve. The alliance with a reputable advocacy group like AKF will help us create more positive changes with lasting impact for animal welfare in particular and for the society in general”, says Joel S. Lumanlan, Robinsons Malls VP for Operations and Marketing.
Robinsons Malls HPC currently operates 21 Pet Parks nationwide. This is where HPC regularly hold its major pet activities including The Gift of Furever Home, a pet adoption program; Snip ‘en Snap, a free spay and neuter service; Pet Konsulta, a free consultation with veterinarians; and Pet Bakuna, a free anti-rabies vaccination drive. In 2022, The Gift of Furever Home program has achieved a record 91 percent adoption rate. Under the Snip ‘en Snap program, more than 50 dogs and cats were spayed/neutered which significantly contributed to the control of unwanted litters. The Pet Bakuna Program has vaccinated over 300 pets while more than 200 pet owners received free vet consultation under the Pet Konsulta program.
Spring cleaning, pre-summer prep, or maximizing your monthly food supplies, you can score amazing, unique and value-for-money items with S&R Exclusives via MetroMart. Plus, there are lots of fabulous promos like discounts of up to 50% off and Buy 1 Get 1 on select items all through the month! Here are some ideas for products and projects for this March.
Kitchen appliances. It’s time to double down on Cooking and Baking 101 and cook up a storm in your kitchen. You can start simple with a blender and stove, or maybe level up and get a food dehydrator, steam iron or ice cream maker. While you’re at it, check out the other home gadgets that you can upgrade, from shavers & beard trimmers, to air purifiers and electric fans. Are the gizmos available for a Buy 1 Get 1 deal? Pair up with a friend and cook, bake or deep-clean in your homes together!
Stay-Cool Summer Foods. Cool down at home and share cold drinks and treats with the fam. Try different kinds and flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt and sorbet – at great discounted rates! – with mouth-watering flavors like Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Banana, Neapolitan, Praline Butter Cake, Double Strawberry Swirl, Mango & Raspberry, Peach Yogurt, and Rum Raisin.
Spring Cleaning Gear. The onset of a new season is a great time to declutter and refresh your home. Take advantage of the discount prices on storage containers, Egyptian cotton bed sheet sets, bath mats, disinfecting wipes, non-scratch scouring pads, and even milk tea-scented air fresheners. It may not sound glamorous, but having a sleek new stainless steel step garbage can might make all the difference and inspire you to keep your surroundings cleaner than ever.
Fresh Produce. S&R offers great prices for fruits and vegetables in season and at their peak freshness. You can buy by the kilo or smaller quantities that are just right for your household. Stock up on Red Onions, White Onions, Lemons, Leeks, Australian Broccoli, Japanese Cucumber, Seedless Crimson Grapes, Baguio Strawberry, US Raspberry, and so much more. Plus, you can get these with or without an S&R membership card via online delivery with MetroMart, so that’s twice the convenience and cost efficiency!
MetroMart is the #1 online grocery delivery service in the Philippines. Our grocery partners include S&R (with or no membership card required), Robinsons Supermarket, Landmark, The Marketplace, Shopwise, All Day Supermarket, Merrymart, Super8 Grocery Warehouse, Ever Supermarket, UltraMega Supermarket, and over 500+ specialty store retailers like Pet Express, No Brand, Baby Company, Toy Kingdom, Toys”R”Us, National Book Store, Office Warehouse, Southstar Drug and AllDay Rx. Customers can order from their favorite stores on the MetroMart app and have it delivered to their door in 2 hours! For more updates on MetroMart, like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok at @metromartph. Order groceries online or download the app via https://bit.ly/DownloadNowMM.
Online lifestyle destination and eCommerce pioneer Lazada celebrates its 11th anniversary with an 11-day long #LazadaPH11Birthday, as they invite you to add to cart and check out as early as 8 p.m. on March 2, 2023. Hosted by Alden Richards and Bea Alonzo, the #EpicBirthdaySuperShow which kicks off at 6 p.m. on March 2 also showcases the Lazada Shoppable Runway fashion show, a glimpse of the 20-foot tall LazLook Mannequin, alongside other thrilling activities and prizes for everyone to enjoy! The Super Show will also be streamed today on LazLive and at Lazada’s official TikTok and Facebook pages.
“We are pulling out all the stops for our Epic 11th Birthday Celebration that offers the best deals this March 3-13. As the country’s top online shopping destination, Lazada is showcasing a wide range of trendy, affordable and quality assortment for our customers. Everyone can also enjoy Cashback and Fast and Free shipping every day,” says Lazada Philippines CEO Carlos Barrera.
To jumpstart the fun, LazLook is having a Shoppable Runway where eventgoers can get the chance to see a wide range of trendy clothes and accessories that are up for grabs. Shoppers no longer have to wait because they can get their chosen pieces straight off the runway and into their shopping cart! Whether your fashion style is streetwear, cottagecore, or Y2K, you will surely find unique pieces to purchase during this fresh and innovative fashion show.
Lazada has also teamed up with some well-loved brands such as Forever 21, Penshoppe, and Mikana Jewelry to help fashionistas bring their dream outfits to life. The Epic 11th Birthday Celebration also featured a LazLook media roundtable with well known fashion industry experts, tastemakers and fashion business founders like Pam Quinones of Vestido and Qurator, Fashion Editor Yanna Lopez, Pia Ugarte of Viajecito, and Evan Maderazo of Sundals. The session gave panelists an avenue to share how their own style evolved through the years, what inspired them to build their businesses, and how access to trendy and affordable fashion products is key for Filipinos to express their authentic selves.
“We remain committed to our brands and sellers’ success as Lazada enters its new decade. We are constantly providing tools, mechanics and solutions that empower everyone to reach more consumers with products at always the best, unbeatable prices,” adds Barrera.
“As we celebrate our women employees, customers and sellers at Lazada this women’s month, we are empowered to mount such iconic executions like the Lazlook Mannequins, creating enriching experiences and pushing innovation that seamlessly merge shopping with entertainment and social. Everyone is invited to drop by Market! Market! and check out the LazLook Mannequin exhibit at the Activity Center from March 2 to March 29, showcasing the most epic styles, stackable vouchers, up to P1000 cashback as well as deals for as low as P99 and up to 80% off,” says Lazada Philippines Head of Marketing Kitty Calderon.
“Like our LazLook Mannequin, people can #SlayWithLazLook and be inspired by the wide range of styles to choose from, deals for as low as P99, and up to 80% off at LazLook, Lazada’s trendy and affordable destination for fashion,” Calderon adds.
The fun doesn’t stop there! Superstars Bea Alonzo and Alden Richards, and fashion influencers like Mimiyuuh, Mika Salamanca, and Bella Racelis are joining the celebration. Plus, participants will also get to enjoy performances from artists such as Darren Esperanto, and P-Pop groups BGYO, Bini and SB19.
“I am so excited to check out my trendiest pieces and most epic finds at Lazada’s Epic 11th Birthday Sale! I’m also looking forward to witnessing these larger-than-life LazLook Mannequin and get inspiration for when I shop for some of my favorite finds like dresses for my events and athleisure for when I want to work out,” says Lazada brand ambassador Kathryn Bernardo.
In addition to the Super Show, Lazada has online and in-app challenges and giveaways so everyone can join in on the fun. Together with partner banks, Lazada is giving you the opportunity to avail of vouchers that they can use during the 11th Birthday Sale from March 3-13. Don’t miss out on Bank of Commerce’s discount for up to Php 2,000 off (Min. Spend of Php 2,500), Metrobank’s Php 1,000 voucher (Min. Spend of 2,000), and many more amazing offers!
Aside from exciting deals, Lazada has created an Instagram filterwhere you can play to get vouchers worth over Php 100,000. You can also replay your Lazada moments with Lazzie Bestie’s Challenge on the Lazada app and collect more rewards when you share your shopper profile on your social media, or try your hand at Lazada’s daily Bring Me challenges to win cashback vouchers and unbox surprise items. Dance enthusiasts can also participate in Lazada’s Happy Birthday TikTok Challenge where they can show their best moves and win up to Php 11,000 worth of vouchers.
Lazada truly is the gift that keeps on giving, so make sure to join in on all the fun and excitement on this epic birthday celebration! #LazadaPH11Birthday #SlaywithLazLook #EpicBirthdaySuperShow
Stop by the LazLook Mannequin from March 3-29, 2023, and check out Lazada’s bank deal offers and other exciting promos you can avail and check out from March 2 8pm until March 13. Stay updated on all the programs and promos of #LazadaPH by following https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines and https://www.instagram.com/LazadaPH/.
The LEGO Group celebrates diverse friendships in the modern world with eight new LEGO® Friends characters from different backgrounds to enable more children to feel represented during play.
The brand-new universe of authentic and diverse LEGO Friends characters was a result of insights from the LEGO® Play Well Study 2022* which showed an overwhelming desire for more representation in play and more discussion on diversity. 85% of the parents believe that play and toys can have a key role in helping children learn about diversity.
Shoppers can expect new characters with multiple skin tones, cultures, physical and non-visible disabilities, and neurodiversity, including limb difference, Down Syndrome, anxiety, vitiligo, and a dog with a wheelchair. In addition, the re-imagined LEGO Friends Universe aims to help children become better friends to themselves and others by providing emotional and social development through play. As part of its storyline, the characters will work to overcome modern challenges that they face, passions, obstacles, and differences, all while trying to create friendships.
Meet the New LEGO Friends Characters at the LEGO® Friends activity areas!
Get to know the LEGO Friends more and try your hand at LEGO building at Toy Kingdom, Toys R’ Us, and Toy Express stores all over Metro Manila on weekends all throughout February and March.
Build up your LEGO skills with pizza and cupcake decorating activities, and take on the challenge of creating the best gaming console, all with LEGO pieces. Kids are also able to bring home memories with the LEGO Friends after they take pictures at the LEGO Friends standee. All attendees of the weekend events get event-exclusiveLEGO Polybags.
Rohan Mathur, Marketing Director of LEGO Southeast Asia, said, “Through the new additions into the LEGO Friends universe, we aim to not only inspire children to form diverse and deep friendships but also feel seen and heard through play. We are excited to see children interact and build long-lasting relationships with the new LEGO Friends characters, and hope this empowers them to form meaningful relationships in their daily lives too.”
As part of the launch of the new LEGO Friends characters, The LEGO Group has introduced new sets to accompany children in their role playing adventures. These include indulging in art activities with 41739 Liann’s Room, caring for farm animals with 41730 Autumn’s House, and trying their hand at hairstyling with 41743 Hair Salon.
In addition, children can showcase their design talents with Olly, Liann, and other characters with the 41732 Downtown Flower and Design Stores and delight in delectable treats with Aliya, Liann, and other characters with the 41728 Heartlake Downtown Diner, and meet cute puppies with Autumn and Zac at the 41727 Dog Rescue Center.
Children can also look forward to playing shop with the 41733 Mobile Bubble Tea Shop and creating their own creative stories with the next generation of Heartlake City with 41731 Heartlake International School. The reimagined LEGO Friends Universe also features multiple other sets that offer different role playing opportunities across a wide variety of passion points for all to explore.
To learn more about the LEGO Group, check out www.bankeebricks.ph or go to your nearest LEGO Certified Store (Alabang Town Center, BGC, TriNoma, The 30th, UP Town Center) now! Watch the LEGO Friends Video Series that was recently released.
Click here to learn more about each of the character’s storylines.
It may be Lazada that’s set to celebrate its epic 11th birthday, but it’s you who gets an epic treat with the best 3.3 deals. The online lifestyle destination and eCommerce pioneer throws a shopping party from March 3 to 13, featuring tons of exciting deals plus patong-patong na discounts, fast and free shipping, and up to Php 1,000 cashback.
With these deals all yours for the taking, Kathryn Bernardo, one of Lazada’s brand ambassadors known for her style and fashion sense, shares more tips on how to make Lazada’s 11th birthday sale truly epic.
“I make sure to add to cart even before the sale and I am so excited to check out my trendiest and most epic finds for Lazada’s Epic 11th Birthday Sale! Some of my favorites include pinakakabog sparkly dresses, pinaka-trendy athleisure, and pinaka-extra gowns!”, she says.
Check out these epic offerings of the trendiest and most affordable must-haves, that Ka-Lazadas can checkout starting March 2, 8PM.
Know what makes #LazadaPH11Birthday epic at 11 by following https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines, https://www.instagram.com/lazadaph/, and https://twitter.com/LazadaPH.
When the going gets tough, the tough get clever with their groceries. Here are some resourceful advice to optimize your budget on your next digital grocery session with MetroMart – the #1 online grocery delivery service in the Philippines.
Go creatively green. Vegetables are not just for salads or side dishes, they can be the savory main dish. You can make falafel with chickpeas, lentil burgers, mushroom burgers, or use tofu that make great savory substitutes to meat. Start with Meatless Mondays and get creative with your produce.
Can, can! Stocking up on all kinds of canned vegetables and meat products are ideal, and this can include pickled or preserved items in jars too. Most canned vegetables are preserved at the peak of their freshness, and can be bought in bulk and stored for a couple of years. Stock up on canned corn, mushrooms, baby corn, plus sardines, corned beef, tuna, canned chicken and alternate or combine with fresh ingredients.
Bulk up. Buy your vegetables and fruits in bulk and uncut or not yet chopped. For example, a head of lettuce and other salad greens, garlic still in cloves, unpeeled potatoes and carrots. Speaking of bulk buy, stock up on pasta, rice and dried beans, that last long when stored well.
Best batched. Invest a little bit of time to batch prep meals or food prep on the weekends. Dice up garlic, onion and ginger and just take some as you cook. Make different dishes, portion them up, and freeze. This will be a big timesaver, just heat and eat!
Sale-searching. Organize a routine around your grocery runs, and consider doing your groceries online regularly. Maximize promos from apps like MetroMart, that offer FREE Delivery and discounts on products or via bank and ewallet payments. Plus, you can eliminate other expenses such as transportation, parking and time spent when going to the store, when you order online instead.
MetroMart is the #1 online grocery delivery service in the Philippines. Our grocery partners include S&R (with or no membership card required), Robinsons Supermarket, Landmark, The Marketplace, Shopwise, All Day Supermarket, Merrymart, Super8 Grocery Warehouse, Ever Supermarket, UltraMega Supermarket, and over 500+ specialty store retailers like Pet Express, No Brand, Baby Company, Toy Kingdom, Toys”R”Us, National Book Store, Office Warehouse, Southstar Drug and AllDay Rx. Customers can order from their favorite stores on the MetroMart app and have it delivered to their door in 2 hours! For more updates on MetroMart, like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok at @metromartph. Order groceries online or download the app via https://bit.ly/DownloadNowMM.
Shopee launches its first mega campaign of the year, the 3.3-3.15 Mega Shopping Sale with exciting deals and offers for shoppers, as they prepare for the year ahead. For a limited time only from February 24 to March 15, users can enjoy daily free shipping vouchers at ₱0 minimum spend, 15% off vouchers, up to 50% off deals, and more. Here’s what you can look forward to at Shopee’s big sale:
Bigating deals and vouchers at the Big Midnight Sale, and exciting offers on fashion, beauty, and all your daily needs
To start off its first mega sale of the year with a bang, users will get to enjoy bigating deals and vouchers during the first two hours of March 3 at the Big Midnight Sale! Users can look forward to bigger deals and vouchers when they checkout from 12AM-2AM.
Every day starting February 24, Shoppers can enjoy discounts and vouchers on various categories to cater to everything they are looking for. Don’t miss the Suki Supersavers sale from February 25-27 for exclusive offers on your daily essentials like groceries, hygiene products, and more. From March 1-15, shoppers are in for a treat with exciting fashion and beauty finds with discounts of up to 90% off and unbeatable ₱199 & Below deals. Complete your summer look with these trendy rectangle sunglasses, stylish t-shirts from Lovito, chic high-waisted denim skirts, and Focallure’s airy matte lip tints to top it all off!
A personalized shopping experience with SkinCam
Shopee revolutionized the experience of shopping for beauty and skincare with SkinCam, launched in September of last year. This Shopee-exclusive AI-enabled diagnostics tool identifies different areas for skin improvement and recommends a skincare routine complete with products to address each concern.
And just in time for the 3.3-3.15 Mega Shopping Sale, Shopee partners up with even more brands to make personalized skincare shopping more accessible for all through SkinCam! Users can now discover new holy grail skincare products from Innisfree, Laneige, Pond’s, Olay, and Senka when they try out SkinCam during the sale. Don’t miss out on finding the best skincare products with SkinCam at the 3.3-3.15 Mega Shopping Sale!
Bigger savings with mega discounts from bank partners
From February 28 onwards, Shopee users can also look forward to special discounts when they use exclusive voucher codes from our bank partners. Qualified Credit, Debit and Prepaid cardholders (new and existing Shopee users) can enjoy savings of up to ₱500 and cashback of up to ₱1,500 with any of the voucher codes below when they purchase their favorite items on Shopee.
Rockwell opens The Proscenium Retail Row, which promises to be the next lifestyle destination of the community. Located across Joya Lofts & Towers, along Estrella Street, a stone’s throw away from Power Plant Mall, the retail hub is a mix of fashion, beauty, and food and beverage establishments. It’s situated within an exclusive community, making customer experience safe and convenient.
Rockwell’s chic neighbor is the newest dining scene, with The Perfect Pint opening, serving top-notch craft beer — from pale ales, lagers and wheats, to stouts and porters — paired with fine food selections.
Head on out to this craft brewery, for an afternoon pick-me-up, or a night-out with friends and family. This branch is their biggest one yet, featuring 30 taps, the most number of craft beers brewed by a single brewery.
They concocted “The Proscenium Pale Ale,” only available at The Perfect Pint in Rockwell. It will also have their biggest microbrewery, fully automated, and ready to convert the finest ingredients into fresh beers, at the right temperature. With this, they’re launching their latest innovation, 32 oz. TPP Crowlers (large beer cans), which can be filled and sealed to their customers’ liking.
Moreover, The Perfect Pint offers pan seared scallops with cauliflower puree, king prawns in Alavar sauce, and black seafood ravioli in white cream sauce, dishes served only in their Rockwell branch.
The new retail row now houses renowned concepts such as Ayumi, Bianca Cordero, and Kindermusik. By the end of 2023, more brands will launch such as Pizzulu, Pickup Coffee, and Feta Mediterranean. Retail with all its wonders has found a new home within stylish grounds. Learn more about The Proscenium Retail Row on Rockwell’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
