If you have an active lifestyle, you’ve probably switched between different fitness activities. You may try yoga this week, then pilates the next, then maybe a couple rounds of padel in between. There’s nothing wrong with this. This is how you keep yourself fit and healthy.
This is why Almond Koka partnered with three of Manila’s most exciting fitness establishments to create the Goodness Everywhere Roadshow. From November to January 2025, you can now discover the goodness of Almond Koka at Soulspace Yoga, Onelife Studio, and Play Padel Philippines.
With the Goodness Everywhere Roadshow, you can get a taste of Almond Koka at these establishments and get exciting prizes when you complete their challenges.
Soulspace Yoga started with their 30-Day Goodness Program last November 11, 2024 where goodness awaits those who can complete 30 consecutive yoga sessions.
On November 23-24, 2024, Play Padel Philippines and Almond Koka has a lot in store for players who will do the Almond Koka Padel Pose.
Finally, by December, Onelife Studio will also have its Almond Koka Goodness Rewards Program. The first 10 clients that can complete 8 sessions in 30 days are up for a surprise. This program is available in all its 5 branches.
It’s time to end the year with goodness. Try your next fitness activities at Soulspace Yoga, Play Padel Philippines and Onelife Studio, and experience the goodness of Almond Koka for yourself.
From Swifties who flocked to The Eras Tour to KPop stans chasing their biases, Filipinos are increasingly willing to travel overseas to see their favorite music acts.
Many combine these trips with vacations to fuel the growing trend of music tourism. A study by Expedia notes that 44% of the respondents would travel to take in a concert as an excuse to visit a new destination.
However, music tourism is an investment in itself. The costs of flights, accommodations, tickets, merchandise, and daily expenses add up, and concertgoers save for months, even years, to make it happen.
To protect this investment and allow Pinoys to focus on the experience of watching their idols live, finance superapp GCash offers a one-stop shop for Filipino travelers to simplify their journey. Within a single app, GCash enables users to purchase comprehensive and affordable travel insurance through GInsure and enables seamless overseas payments using the GCash card and Scan to Pay with Alipay+.
“Concerts are a once-in-a-lifetime experience and scoring tickets already takes a huge amount of effort and a significant budget,” said Wilfrido de Ocampo, General Manager of GInsure. “With comprehensive travel insurance and convenient payment options available in one app, we hope we can enhance their music journey by enabling them to focus on the experience, and not on worries.”
More Music, Less Mayhem
The influx of tourists at popular music venues and destinations can lead to challenges like jam packed flights and operational delays. GCash has partnered with trusted insurance providers Oona and Standard Insurance to protect unexpected travel expenses resulting from trip delays and cancellations, loss and damage to baggage, accidents, and illnesses.
“While securing tickets, flights, and accommodations are the top priorities, insurance might be an afterthought for some, until they run into issues and they end up regretting not having insurance to cover for all these hiccups,” said de Ocampo. “We’ve made it easy for Filipinos to purchase travel insurance in as little as 5 minutes, even 2 hours before your flight, through GInsure.”
Oona Smart Flight Delay Insurance offers instant lounge access for international flights delayed by more than 60 minutes, starting at just PHP 149. Standard Insurance Travel Protect International provides coverage for accidents, emergencies, and travel inconveniences for both domestic and international travel, starting at PHP 350.
As international artists fly to the Philippines, this is also replicated domestically, with Filipinos from all regions traveling to Metro Manila and other major cities. With premiums starting at PHP 103 for local travel, Standard Insurance Travel Protect Saver Plus provides coverage for accidents, emergencies, and travel inconveniences.
“Unlike the painstaking experience of having to score a ticket for an in-demand show, purchasing insurance on GCash can be done with just a few taps” de Ocampo added. Users can buy their travel insurance on GCash by accessing GInsure on the GCash dashboard and tapping ‘Travel.’ They can then choose their insurance product, read through the benefits and coverage, fill in the questionnaire and traveler details, and complete the payment using their GCash account – no need for physical documents.
Going Cashless for the Concert Craze
Concertgoers also deal with payments during the day of the event and their extended vacation. Long lines at concession stands, food establishments, and merchandise booths can be frustrating, especially when fumbling for cash, particularly foreign currency.
GCash makes this seamless as travelers can use GCash’s Scan-to-Pay feature in over 10 million stores powered by Alipay+, including retail stores, food establishments, groceries and convenience stores. One can scan the QR code or generate a code for the merchant to scan and once paid, have the option to view, download, and share the receipt, which shows the amount in both the Philippine Peso and the local currency.
Even without internet access, users can use GCash to tap and pay at groceries, restaurants, retail stores, and transportation. The GCash Visa card, connected to the user’s GCash wallet, doubles as a prepaid debit card, enabling concertgoers to pay at all 100 million merchants that accept Visa in the Philippines and overseas. The GCash Visa card can also be used to withdraw money from any Visa or BancNet ATM across 200 countries and territories.
To empower travelers to be on top of their expenses, GCash shows a user’s wallet balance in the local currency of their current country. Users will also receive real-time alerts after their transactions.
“We design our services to provide budget-conscious travelers with transparency and real-time updates about their transactions. On top of that, our zero service fee and low foreign exchange rate helps ensure one’s travel budget goes directly to their experience.” noted de Ocampo.
Unforgettable concerts, no matter the destination, are a combination of thorough preparation, excitement, and a financial app that offers peace of mind. GCash aims to be every Filipino’s travel buddy, so they can forget the concert bumps and fully embrace the moment.
Ready to go on your next concert trip? Download the GCash App on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App Gallery. Kaya mo, i-GCash mo!
About GCash
GCash is the Philippines’ #1 Finance Super App and Largest Cashless Ecosystem. Through the GCash App, users can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills via partner billers nationwide; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 6 million partner merchants and social sellers; and get access to savings, credit, loans, insurance and invest money, and so much more, all at the convenience of their smartphones. Its mobile wallet operations are handled by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt, the first and only $5 billion unicorn in the Philippines.
GCash is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively.
Navigating the ins and outs of finances can be tricky and overwhelming. Barangay GCash is bringing financial opportunities closer to Filipinos, so you can access the different lending options that can help manage your day-to-day funds, prepare for unexpected costs, and achieve financial goals – through fun games and prizes. If you’re in Quezon City, Manila City, and Davao City, fun games, prizes, and financial access are in store at Barangay GCash!
Prizes and Fun Games Await!
Interactive booth activities will show the many ways GCash can help you with your everyday needs, emergencies, and future plans and goals.
Start with the Ipit-Credit booth, where you enter a box with flying bills and catch as many gold cards as possible. Get tips on how to get out of tight financial situations using GCredit, an always-ready credit line powered by CIMB, or get lucky and win points to redeem prizes at Barangay GCash’s tindahan.
At the Salo Sa-Loan, test your salo skills by catching as many sticks as you can. Learn about the many ways instant cash loan GLoan can help you with sabay-sabay na gastos.
You can then proceed to Hati-Untian, where you’ll need to slice as many price tags as possible to win up to 100 points, showing you how installment payments made through GGives can enable you to purchase big-ticket items with zero downpayment and flexible payment terms.
At the Kaya Today tindahan, explore the many ways you can manage your finances with GCash: Scan to Pay at select merchants, buy or borrow load, and pay bills with just a few taps. And if you don’t have a GCash card yet, you can also get yours on the same day starting in December.
Lastly, aim for your target goal, catch prizes, and learn more about how GCash can help you borrow on the spot at Goal Mo Na Yan, because no matter what your needs are for education, medical, travel, or home, GCash Lending has got you covered!
All lucky players will get a chance to win premium items from GCash after playing!
Borrow with GCash
Through its different lending solutions, GCash aims to provide convenient and accessible borrowing options to meet every Filipino’s needs – whether it be for every day, emergencies or long-term goals.
When you visit the Barangay GCash booths, get to know various GCash products, including GLoan, an instant and easy cash loan solution where you can borrow up to PHP 125,000 straight to your e-wallet; GGives, an installment loan service that eases the payment of large expenses up to PHP 125,000 with a flexible installment plan of up to 24 months; and GCredit, which offers a flexible credit line of up to PHP 50,000 to cover daily expenses, including purchases and select billers. GLoan, GGives, and GCredit are subject to eligibility. Terms and Conditions apply.
GLoan Sakto also allows eligible users to borrow as low as PHP 100 directly from GCash as a small expense allowance for urgent needs. Beyond cash, Borrow Load allows you to get prepaid load promos for mobile or broadband instantly even when there’s no balance left, payable within 14 days. GLoan Sakto and Borrow Load are subject to eligibility. Terms and Conditions apply.
The Barangay GCash mall activation comes as Barangay GCash has visited multiple barangays across Metro Manila. Now expanding to selected malls, GCash aims to reach even more Filipinos and continue to provide easy access to their services. Offering a helping hand in the moments you need it the most, GCash aims to enable inclusive finance for all.
Be ready to catch these fun booths and prizes at your nearest mall and play to learn more about how GCash can streamline your finances from every day to a rainy day and for that dream one day. Borrow with GCash!
Be on the lookout for Barangay GCash in December and win exclusive prizes at a mall near you in Quezon City, Manila City, and Davao City. For more updates, tune in to the official pages of GCash.
Users can access GCredit, GGives, GLoan, GLoan Sakto, and Borrow Load on the GCash dashboard or click the “Borrow” button. GCredit, GGives, GLoan, GLoan Sakto and Borrow Load are subject to eligibility. Terms and Conditions apply.
Still don’t have GCash? Download the GCash App from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App Gallery. Kaya mo, i-GCash mo!
About GCash GCash is the Philippines’ #1 Finance Super App and Largest Cashless Ecosystem. Through the GCash App, users can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills via partner billers nationwide; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 6 million partner merchants and social sellers; and get access to savings, credit, loans, insurance and invest money, and so much more, all at the convenience of their smartphones. Its mobile wallet operations are handled by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt, the first and only $5 billion unicorn in the Philippines.
GCash is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively.
About Fuse Lending, Inc. Fuse Lending, Inc. is a company that offers simple, affordable, and secure loans in the Philippines. Its primary goal is to enable individuals and small businesses to achieve financial security and growth through various digital lending products. Fuse Lending is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt, the first and only $5 billion unicorn in the Philippines. It’s also regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Mynt, through its fintech operations, is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively.
Ready to take your shopping game to the next-level? Say hello to the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card by Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines. In just three months, over 50,000 Filipinos have already snagged this card, enjoying a high-tech credit experience with unbeatable cashback rewards. It’s officially one of the fastest-growing credit cards around, and for many, it’s even their very first!
If you’re looking to make your shopping trips more rewarding, this is the card you don’t want to miss. Here’s why you’d want in:
More Bang for Your Buck
Every spend with the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card enhances your shopping experience, letting you earn up to ₱200,000 in cashback annually, redeemable at Landers. Enjoy up to 5% cashback at Landers Superstore, 2% on dining, and 1% on nearly everything else. The best part? There are no annual fees, so you can maximize your savings. Plus, the Maya app makes it a breeze to track your cashback earnings and redeem vouchers, keeping your rewards always within reach!
Next-level Tech to Keep You in Control
Tired of managing your card like a chore? Not anymore! Now, you can effortlessly track your spending, set limits, and even choose your billing date—all within the Maya app.
Need to change your PIN? Done. Want to set daily spending limits? Easy. You can even turn foreign transactions on or off with just a tap—no bank calls necessary! And with its dynamic CVV (aka fresh security every time), your online shopping is more secure than ever.
Getting Started? Too Easy!
Wave goodbye to lengthy applications! Once you’re approved, your virtual card is instantly available in the app for immediate online shopping. When your physical card arrives, activating it takes just a tap, and you’ll be ready to shop at over 130 million merchants worldwide, thanks to Visa’s extensive network.
“With this card, we’re giving Filipinos the power to control their credit and enjoy the rich rewards they earn, in an intuitive way. It’s designed to make managing your money seamless and take your credit card experience to the next level,” shared Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group President and Maya Bank Co-Founder.
Lowell Yu, Chairman of SoutheastAsia Retail, added, “Our members deserve more from their shopping experience, and this card maximizes the premium perks of their membership. The cashback rewards combined with Maya’s digital banking platform enhances every shopping experience.”
“Visa is excited to support this innovative credit card, bringing new ways to make everyday payments even more rewarding. It’s a game-changer for daily transactions, big or small,” said Jeffrey Navarro, Country Manager for Visa Philippines.
So, whether you’re diving into your first credit card or seeking a powerful upgrade, this is it! For more details, visit https://www.mayabank.ph/creditcard/landers/. Stay updated by following @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, and @mayaofficialph on Twitter for more details.
The holiday excitement is in full swing with only a few weeks left until Christmas. As the season fast approaching, GCash is thrilled to bring back its Merry GCash celebration – now bigger than ever!
This year, it promises to be even more rewarding to make sure you get the most out of every transaction. Whether you’re selecting thoughtful gifts for your loved ones, organizing a get-together meal with friends, or booking activities for your holiday getaway, GCash ensures Lahat ay Merry with exciting offers.
From special offers of up to 50% on your favorite brands to exclusive deals at this season’s biggest holiday bazaars, there’s a lot to discover. And, the best of them all is the Grand Raffle with 10 MILLION WINNERS – the biggest Christmas giveaway of GCash yet, with up to PHP 10,000 GCash credits up for grabs every week!
Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s Merry GCash celebration:
1. Get the Chance to Win Everyday with the GCash Merry Mystery Gift Promo
From November 15, 2024 to January 3, 2025, GCash is making sure every transaction comes with a chance to win. Offering plenty of exciting prizes everyday, here’s how you can be a winner:
Use GCash daily by making any transaction to earn raffle tickets. Raffle entries are earned whenever you pay locally or abroad whether online or in-store. You can also get more entries when you Send Money, pay Bills, and buy Load in the GCash app and Borrow with GCash via GCredit, GLoan, or GGives.
Each successful transaction unlocks a GCash Merry Mystery Gift filled with potential prizes.
Tap any Mystery Gift to reveal your potential reward!
Aside from the PHP 10,000 weekly prizes, you can also look forward to exciting prizes from Alipay+, such as merchant discounts worth 50% off from foodpanda, up to 20% from SHEIN, and more. You can also win GCash credits worth Php 100 to Php 1,000!
2. Kickstart Your Gift Shopping at These GCash Partner Bazaars
Holiday bazaars are a beloved Filipino tradition, and this year, GCash is also partnering with some of the season’s biggest bazaars to get you started on your gift shopping.
At each of these bazaars, visit the Merry GCash Christmas Village to take photos with GCat & Friends, sign up for your first GCash Card at a discounted price of PHP 200, and complete a series of tasks on the Merry G Bingo Card to redeem a prize!
From stylish bags & clothes for mom to unique toys for the kids and even new perfume options for dad, these bazaars have it all. So, be sure not to miss the Merry GCash Christmas Village on these dates:
Noel Bazaar: November 15-17, November 22-December 1, and December 12-15
Spectrum Fair: November 9-10, 16-17, and December 7-8
Trendsetter’s Bazaar: December 10-15 and 17-23
3. More Promos for More Merry Celebrations
Starting November 15, GCash is bringing you even more holiday cheer with promos up to 50% off all your purchases!
You can shop at all your favorite brands like Complex Lifestyle Store, Nike, edamama, Bench, for the perfect holiday gifts and enjoy exclusive discounts when you pay with GCash.
Planning a potluck celebration with your barkada? Score deals at foodpanda, Boozy, Seattle’s Best, or Domino’s and bring everyone’s favorite dishes to the table.
If you’re planning to head out this holiday season, enjoy exclusive offers on Klook with GCash, whether it’s for local adventures or a hotel staycation to make memories with your loved ones.
With GCash, this holiday season is guaranteed to be more rewarding. From exciting deals to everyday rewards, GCash has you covered for all your Christmas traditions. Download the GCash app today, tap Merry GCash beside your GCash wallet balance in the home page, and follow @gcashofficial for updates on exclusive promos this Christmas season!
Shop ahead for the holidays with exclusive savings on TVs, speakers, monitors, and various appliances such as microwave ovens and air purifiers from November 11 to 17 during the 11.11 Mega Sale at theLG Online Brand Store.
With the use of various coupons, shoppers can get discounts of up to 41% off from regular SRPs. These are just some of the products that can be purchased at slashed prices during the sale:
Get additional savings on top of the slashed prices with the Php 500 Welcome Coupon for New Customers, and the 11.11 Welcome Coupon worth Php 300. Explore the LG Online Brand Store and discover the exciting offers across LG’s products from November 11 to 17 during the 11.11 Mega Sale. https://www.lg.com/ph/.
Christmas has officially arrived in Makati, and it’s bigger, brighter, and more festive than ever! This year, Make It Makati and Ayala Land are pulling out all the stops to create a truly magical holiday experience for everyone. From enchanting light displays to vibrant street markets and festive performances, Makati has transformed into a wonderland of joy and celebration.
The festive ceremonial affair was led by the representatives of Ayala Land, including Jaime Zobel de Ayala, Sofia Zobel Elizalde, Bianca Zobel de Ayala, Ayala Land President and CEO Meean Dy, Ayala Land Senior Vice President and head of Leasing and Hospitality Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Ayala Land Estates Head Chris Maglanoc, together with local government partner led by Mayor Abby Binay, Vice Mayor Monique Lagdameo, 1st District of Makati Congressman Kid Pena, and 2nd District of Makati Congressman Luis Campos.
The event continued with vibrant musical performances from UST Singers, STEPS Dance Project, Arman Ferrer, Shiela Valderama, Kayla Rivera, Rony Fortich, and the Philippine Suzuki Youth Orchestra, as they graced Tower One and Exchange Plaza’s fountain area, setting the tone for what Makatizens can enjoy in the days to come. This season, Makati shines a spotlight on local talent with daily performances at Ayala Triangle Gardens.
So, if you’re ready to bask in the holiday glow, here’s what you can look forward to in Makati this Christmas season.
Light Up Your Holidays in Makati
This year, Makati is going all out with its holiday lights, illuminating the city from Ayala Avenue to Circuit Makati. The iconic Ayala Avenue Christmas display returns, with trees adorned in intricate, Kapampangan parol-inspired designs, as well as beloved star and capiz lights that honor Filipino heritage. Stretching 1.9 kilometers along Ayala Avenue, this year’s display is set to be even more mesmerizing, making it the perfect backdrop for holiday photos.
Ayala Triangle Gardens is also a must-visit! Featuring a multi-sensory light corridor, the Gardens are now adorned with mirror frames, neon glows, and starbursts that create a dreamy landscape. This immersive setup goes beyond visuals, engaging your senses with scents and sounds to complete the experience. Whether it’s for a romantic stroll or a fun family outing, Ayala Triangle Gardens is the place to be this season.
The spirit of festivity extends to Jaime Velasquez (Salcedo) Park and Legaspi Park, where the holiday décors weave a magical tapestry throughout the MCBD. Furthermore, South Avenue reflects the awe of the season with parols stretching all the way to Circuit Makati, which stands as another wonderland, bedazzled with trees, lights, and glimmering installations.
Weekend Performances and Simbang Gabi
Get ready to be serenaded by some of the best local talents at Ayala Triangle Gardens. Every weekend, the Gardens will host live performances featuring choirs, orchestras, singers, dancers, and theater performers. The lineup includes Stellar Diva, Bituin Escalante with the Habemus Pappas, the Philippine Suzuki Youth Orchestra, the internationally acclaimed UST Singers, The Luminaries (Arman Ferrer, Floyd Tena, Shiela Valderrama-Martinez, Kayla Rivera, and Yanah Laurel), Ballet Manila, Steps Dance Project, balladeer Gian Magdangal, soprano Lara Maigue, the multi-awarded acapella group Acapellago, and many other renowned Filipino artists. Then on weekdays, the Gardens will showcase some of Makati’s well-known buskers—such as TetViolin, Rose Ko, and The Accordionist—who will bring the holiday spirit to life with unique performances. Caricature artist Random Smiles will also be present, creating festive portraits for all to enjoy. From classical music to acapella and dance, these performances are sure to bring holiday cheer to audiences of all ages.
And for those observing traditional Christmas practices, Ayala Triangle Gardens will also hold Simbang Gabi services from December 15 to 23. It’s a chance for families and friends to come together and celebrate the season with gratitude and faith.
Festive Markets and Activities at Paseo De Roxas
What’s Christmas without a little shopping? Paseo De Roxas will be the hub of festive markets and activities throughout the season. Kicking off on November 16 and 17, The Makati Street Meet in partnership with the French Embassy, brings you a taste of France with the French Beaujolais event. Sample some of the finest wines from the Beaujolais region, complemented by a selection of French cuisine—a true treat for food and wine lovers.
Following this is A Spectrum Holiday by Spectrum Fair Manila on November 23 and 24. Here, you’ll find a curated selection of merchants offering everything from food and fashion to cosmetics and pet essentials. It’s a one-stop-shop for all your holiday needs, whether you’re gift-hunting or just looking to treat yourself.
The holiday fun doesn’t stop there! From December 7 to 8, Sleigh the Streets invites cycling enthusiasts to explore Makati’s bike-friendly roads. It’s a fun and healthy way to enjoy the festive season with fellow cyclists and experience Makati from a unique perspective.
To add even more holiday magic, Marche de Noel returns on December 14-15 and 21-22, bringing with it a selection of traditional French treats, holiday gifts, and experiences. Partnering with the French Embassy, Makati once again delivers a taste of European Christmas charm.
Countdown to the Biggest New Year’s Eve Party
As the year draws to a close, Makati is preparing for the grandest New Year’s Eve Countdown at Ayala Avenue! Ring in 2025 with a spectacular concert featuring some of the country’s top artists, electrifying performances, and an atmosphere buzzing with energy. Stay tuned for announcements on the artist lineup, but rest assured, this will be a celebration to remember!
If you’re looking for the ultimate way to usher in the new year, there’s no better place than Makati’s New Year’s Eve Countdown. Gather your family and friends and be part of the most vibrant New Year celebration in the city.
A Tradition of Christmas Cheer in Makati
For decades, Makati has been the go-to destination for holiday revelers, thanks to its breathtaking Christmas displays and lively festivities. The tradition began in the early 1990s with the first light displays on Ayala Avenue, and since then, Makati has only grown in its commitment to spreading holiday cheer. The annual celebration has become more than just an event—it’s a part of Makati’s identity, reflecting the Filipino spirit of community, family, and love for traditions.
This year, Makati is pushing the envelope even further, creating more opportunities for Filipinos to come together, make memories, and celebrate the season. It’s a holiday experience that’s both familiar and new, blending cherished traditions with exciting new experiences.
Plan Your Visit to Makati’s Christmas Celebration
With so many activities lined up, there’s something for everyone in Makati this holiday season. Whether you’re here for the lights, the music, the markets, or the New Year’s celebration, Makati promises an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones.
Don’t miss out on the fun! Follow @MakeItMakati on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, X, and Threads for the latest updates on holiday schedules, performance lineups, and more. Whether you’re a Makati local or just visiting, this year’s Christmas celebration is not to be missed.
Embrace the spirit of the season, revel in Makati’s radiant holiday atmosphere, and get ready to welcome 2025 in the most spectacular way possible!
These days, it’s more important than ever to be mindful of what we eat and drink—and for good reason! It’s not just about flavor anymore. We want to make sure we’re smarter with what we’re consuming, and that it’s the real deal: pure, natural, and packed with health benefits.
Since so many products claim to be “all natural” or pure, how do you know if your favorites truly live up to those promises? It’s not enough to just read the labels. Your full understanding is key, especially for something you consume regularly.
When it comes to pineapple juice, for instance, knowing what “100% juice” is and why you should choose it, is crucial. You deserve to know exactly what you’re drinking. To help, here are three simple ways to tell if your juice is as pure as it claims to be.
1. Check: Where did your juice come from?
When it comes to the food and drinks we love, ensuring quality starts with knowing where they come from. For pineapple juice, if the source fruit isn’t grown in the best conditions, you’re certainly not getting the freshest, purest juice.
Del Monte, a trusted Filipino favorite for nearly 100 years, prides itself as the grower of good. Nestled in its 30,000-hectare plantation in Bukidnon that is hailed as the second largest in the world, are pineapples nurtured by both dedicated farmers and science. Nothing is left to chance from planting to picking. Each pineapple is planted at the right altitude, at the right temperature and picked at the precise moment to ensure it is at its optimum!
This close attention to detail, which includes the application of best-in-industry practices, means that Del Monte’s 100% Pineapple Juice is not just tasty, but also retains health benefits that support your wellness lifestyle—like being fat-free, cholesterol-free food, and full of immune-boosting vitamins A, C, and E, plus minerals like Magnesium, Iron, Calcium, and Zinc.
2. Ask: How does the juice reach your home?
If your fruit juice claims to be 100% Pineapple Juice, it means it is directly squeezed and canned straight from fresh pineapples—maintaining the goodness of the essential flavors and nutritional characteristics of the fresh fruit.
Del Monte’s pineapples are juiced via a “farm to can” process which means they’re juiced right after being picked from the harvesting points and packed at the cannery in the shortest time possible. With time being a critical factor to retain freshness and quality, deliveries of freshly picked pineapples from plantation to cannery are closely monitored and evaluated. The meticulous process involving stages of quality check ensures that the flavor, nutrients and freshness of the pineapples are at its peak and sealed in every Del Monte Pineapple Juice that reaches your home.
Dr. Celeste Tanchoco, Country Director of the International Life Science Institute (ILSI) – Southeast Asia Region Philippine Committee, Inc., and former Chief Science Research Specialist at the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), validates that such a process assures that the juice keeps intact its natural flavors and nutrients from the fruit.
“When pineapples are tested for quality and freshness, handpicked from the plantation, and immediately transported, cleansed, pressed and packed on the same day, more nutrients are sealed within the 100% pure pineapple juice.”
3. Confirm: Is it pure pineapple juice—no more, no less?
Another way to tell if your juice is truly 100% juice is to confirm if it’s not pumped with artificial preservatives and unnecessary additives. While others may opt to use these substances to prolong the juice’s shelf life, they may have disadvantages.
According to Dr. Tanchoco, these preservatives and artificial ingredients may lead to adverse effects on one’s health.
With Del Monte’s farm-to-can process, the 100% Pineapple Juice you’re drinking is guaranteed to be all-natural, with no artificial preservatives. It’s pure juice straight from the fruit, canned as fast as possible—absolutely no shortcuts, just 100% real pineapple goodness.
With these three easy tips, you’ll now know exactly how to spot the real deal. Next time you’re shopping, don’t settle for anything less than 100%. Grab a can of Del Monte 100% Pineapple Juice—it ticks all the boxes for being fresh, natural, and bursting with flavor.
You can find it at your favorite grocery stores and supermarkets nationwide, or online in Lazada, Shopee, and Tiktok Shop. Choose only 100% Pineapple Juice, because you deserve it!
Who knew that cleaning the house could bring this much satisfaction and kilig?A leading brand in home cleaning in the Philippines, Mr Muscle announced its exciting partnership with South Korean heartthrob Kim Seon Ho, set to bring a gleaming sparkle to your home and a gushing smile on your face.
It was only fitting that the home cleaning brand and the K-drama star known for his good boy image come together for a partnership grounded on reliability, effectiveness, and care. To mark the milestone collaboration, Mr Muscle rolls out a special contest, flexing a grand prize of an all-expenses-paid trip to South Korea.
Mr Muscle invites everyone to join the contest that runs from October 14, 2024 to December 14, 2024. Simply purchase Mr Muscle products worth a minimum of PHP350 in a single receipt and submit your receipt online at www.spot.ph/mrmuscle.
The draw’s grand prize is a fully sponsored trip to the South Korean capital of Seoul for two, inclusive of visa application fee and assistance, round-trip plane tickets, hotel accommodation, tour and activities, and exclusive Mr Muscle merchandise. Meanwhile, weekly winners get to take home a Mr Muscle kit and merchandise as well.
Mr Muscle presents a variety of solutions for all your cleaning needs, from everyday tasks to specialty products. The Mr Muscle Toilet Bowl Cleaner delivers a powerful clean, effectively dissolving limescale, eliminating odors, and killing 99% of germs, leaving a fresh and hygienic toilet. For a solution gentle on surfaces but tough on stains, theMr Muscle Bathroom Cleaner removes 100% of soap scum and kills 99.9% of viruses and bacteria for a spotless bathroom with a fresh, inviting scent. There’s also the Mr Muscle Floor Cleaner, which easily lifts dirt and stains while freshening your home. It restores shine to your floor and gives it a long-lasting, refreshing fragrance for a cleaner, more polished space.
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Robinsons Malls will be fully operational during the UNDAS to service the communities where they are located.
NCR-based malls to include Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Manila, Opus and Robinsons Antipolo will be open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm on October 31, November 1 and 2.
On October 31, the following Robinsons Malls will operate from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm: Robinsons Malabon, Robinsons Metroeast, Robinsons Novaliches, Robinsons Malolos, Robinsons Galleria South, Robinsons Las Pinas and Robinsons Palawan.
From November 1 and 2 the following Robinsons Malls will operate from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm: Robinsons Malabon, Robinsons Metroeast, Robinsons Novaliches, Robinsons Galleria South, Robinsons Lipa, Robinsons Sta. Rosa, Robinsons Luisita, and Robinsons Palawan.
Other Robinsons Malls located in the other parts of NCR, Luzon, Visayas and Mindano will operate from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm from October 31 to November 2. These are Robinsons Otis, Robinsons Cainta, Robinsons Angeles, Robinsons Gapan, Robinsons Ilocos, Robinsons La Union, Robinsons Luisita, Robinsons Pangasinan, Robinsons Santiago, Robinsons Starmills, Robinsons Tuguegarao, Robinsons Dasmarinas, Robinsons General Trias, Robinsons Naga, Robinsons Lipa, Robinsons Los Banos, Robinsons Imus, Robinsons Tagaytay, Robinosns Bacolod, Robinsons Butuan, Robinsons Cagayan de Oro, Robinsons Cybergate Cebu, Robinsons Cybergate Davao, Robinsons Dumaguete, Robinsons Fuente, Robinsons Galleria Cebu,Robinsons General Santos, Robinsons Iligan, Robinsons Jaro, Robinsons Ormoc, Robinsons Tagum and Robinsons Valencia.
Operating from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm from October 31 to November 2 are Robinsons Antique, Robinsons Iloilo, Robinsons Roxas, Robinsons Tacloban, and Robinsons Pavia.
