Among the many reasons for soju’s popularity in the country is how food and drink are at the heart of both Korean and Filipino cultures. Drama series often portray the drink as one best shared with friends or a romantic interest. Sharing meaningful moments with family and friends over even the simplest of meals paired with a refreshing beverage is also something Filipinos have in common with counterparts from the Land of the Morning Calm.
A distilled spirit native to Korea, soju is one of the most versatile alcoholic beverages as it can be served on any occasion. And when it comes to spirits, Chum Churum Soonhari is among the country’s top-rated soju brands because of its smoother and sweeter taste profile. Its light, sweet, and crisp taste draws inspiration from the emotions evoked by springtime in Korea. That’s why Chum Churum Soonhari captures the palate of the trendy, fashionable crowd.
Great news for soju connoisseurs! Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) is making Chum Churum Soonhari available nationwide.
Starting March 2023, the well-loved soju brand will be made available in all 7-11 branches in the Philippines.
“We are excited to bring Chum Churum Soonhari within reach of more Filipinos through our strong partnership with Lottle Chilsung Beverage, adding this well-loved soju brand to our product roster allows us to be part of the international cultural exchange through food and beverage,” said PCPPI president and chief executive officer Frederick D. Ong.
Aside from the Original flavor, Chum Churum Soonhari will also be available in the Philippines in Peach and Grape flavors.
PCPPI, the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the country, also distributes well-loved beverage brands such as Pepsi Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton Ice Tea, Milkis, Sting, and Premier.
Just like Cocoy Rubio, one of the 70 million Filipinos with #GCashStories, budding entrepreneurs can now jumpstart their dreams with a new way of borrowing money
The pandemic brought the country to a near-standstill when, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority, around 7.3 million Filipinos lost their jobs and were forced to find new means of living. However, with openness to using digital innovations and the perseverance to bounce back, some saw it as a turning point and a start of new beginnings.
Such is the case of Cocoy Rubio, who only had PHP 700 pesos when he started his mobile bike cafe business, fresh out of being laid off as a bartender for six years. Taking a leap of faith, Cocoy used GCash to easily purchase supplies and enable customer payments, eventually building what is now known as The Bike Coffee in Cagayan de Oro. Cocoy’s journey of determination and grit is only one of the stories of the 70 million Filipinos who use GCash, retold through the #GCashStories digital series. [EMBED/LINK VIDEO]
Just like Rubio, many Filipinos aspire to start their own business, but are held back by the lack of starting capital. To fund their enterprise or expand their existing ventures, Filipino business owners consider seeking loans from formal lending institutions, such as traditional banks. However, a report from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) shows only 56% of Filipinos are banked or own formal bank accounts, making access to resources greatly limited.
The BSP also reports that 65% of adult Filipino borrowers perceive loan application from banks as difficult. Most lack the necessary documentary requirements, do not have enough IDs, do not meet the minimum salary or income, and do not have collateral to support their application.
GCash introduces easier way of borrowing cash with GLoan As the nation strives to bounce back, GCash inspires Filipinos to take a step towards funding their future by providing a more accessible and convenient way of borrowing money without judgment. To provide more Filipinos with easy access to extra funds, GCash offers GLoan, its cash loan product. This offers a credible and easier alternative to traditional banks and other formal lending agencies without sacrificing their safety.
GLoan allows eligible GCash users to borrow up to PHP 125,000 cash sent straight to their GCash wallet, which can be used for multiple purposes, whether for restocking supplies, upgrading equipment, funding rental fees and even enrolling for a course that will help them upskill.
While typical traditional bank approvals take multiple days or months, GLoan offers instant approval for eligible users with no additional requirements needed. As GLoan eligibility is predetermined, there is no need for users to disclose their financial situation through income documents and trade references. Loan applications can be accomplished within the app, minimizing the need for face-to-face transactions, filling out application forms or submitting physical documents.
Eligible GCash users who wish to avail GLoan can choose their loan amount from P1,000 to a maximum of P125,000, and receive it straight to their GCash wallet. With competitive interest rates as low as 1.59% per month for 5-24 months, GLoan provides the same credible and secure experience of loaning from banks.
To be eligible for GLoan, users must have a fully verified GCash profile and must maintain a qualified GScore, which is the app’s trust rating reflecting their GCash activity. Increasing or maintaining one’s GScore can be done by maintaining an active GCash wallet balance, regularly using different GCash services and paying dues early or on time.
Inspired by Cocoy and ready to start your biz? Sagot ka namin. Access GLoan through the GCash dashboard under “Borrow.” Download the GCash app on the App Store or Google Play now and jumpstart your dreams. Kaya Mo, I-GCash mo.
OPPO adds a fresh 5G device to its popular Reno series, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G. Featuring a Ultra-Clear Imaging System backed by a 108MP Portrait Camera that delivers high-resolution photos with unprecedented detail, the portrait expert offers an all-new premium look with a Dual Micro-Curved Design, a 120Hz 3D Curved Screen and 3D back cover.
Together with 67W SUPERVOOC fast charging, a 4,800mAh large battery, Battery Health Engine, ColorOS 13, and more, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G delivers a stylish and powerful daily-use device at the palm of your hand.
Ultra-Clear Imaging System for Major Portrait Upgrades
The OPPO Reno8 T 5G implements the brand’s first 108MP Portrait Camera in the Reno Series, and also features a 40x Microlens and a 2MP Depth Camera together with a 32MP Selfie Camera for an upgraded photography experience throughout.
By utilizing NonaPixel Plus binning technology which combines nine pixels into one giant pixel to take in as much as light as possible and OPPO’s AI Portrait Super Resolution algorithm, the 108MP Portrait Camera captures ultra-clear, high-resolution and detailed images in any scenario, providing users with more possibilities for cropping and editing. With up to 40-times magnification, the Microlens also offers exceptional detail for users when exploring the microscopic world beyond the naked eye.
Based on this powerful camera setup, users can also capture professional-grade photos with the OPPO Reno8 T 5G’s full range of portrait features, including Selfie HDR, Bokeh Flare Portrait, Dual-View Video and more.
Refreshed Appearance and Visual Experience
The OPPO Reno8 T 5G offers next level flagship display featuring a 120Hz 3D Curved screen which is found mostly in more premium smartphones. The 6.7-inch large AMOLED display boasts a 93% screen-to-body ratio and 2.32 mm lower bezel to ensure more user immersion when engaging with any content. The viewing experience is also enhanced thanks to 1 Billion Colour Display and FHD+ Resolution, which delivers ultra-realistic colors and extra-clear details, while the AI Adaptive Eye Protection System maintains users’ eye health.
Users can be guaranteed a smooth and responsive screen thanks to the 120Hz Ultra High Refresh Rate and a 120Hz touching sampling rate that can be increased to 1,000Hz instantaneous sampling rate in certain game scenarios.
The Reno8 T 5G is a durable phone fbecause of a twice-strengthened tempered DT-Star2 protective glass on the front screen that has been put through 23 reliability tests covering 5 different dimensions. What’s more, each device is subject to more than 320 thorough quality tests and more than 110 extreme reliability tests to ensure maximum durability.
On the back of the device, Reno8 T5G’s Dual Camera Design features two camera modules placed in a balanced vertical orientation within an elegant oval-shaped decorative panel. The phone is available in two colorways, Sunrise Gold and Midnight Black, and sports the iconic OPPO Glow design to add a shimmering crystal effect to the 3D back cover while keeping it fingerprint-free. Weighing just approximately 171g and measuring about 7.7mm in thickness, the handset provides a lightweight user experience.
All-round performance powered by hardware and software enhancements
The OPPO Reno8 T 5G also comes with 67W SUPERVOOC fast charging technology, which means it can get a 100% full charge in just 44 minutes, while a five-minute charge is enough to enjoy 5.59 hours of phone calls or 3.56 hours of videos. After a full charge, the 4,800mAh large batterycan provide up to 389 hours of standby – that’s more than two weeks on a single charge! On top of this, OPPO’s self-developed Battery Health Engine can extend the Reno8 T 5G’s battery lifespan up to 1,600 charging cycles, which is twice the current industry average. What’s more, Five-Layer Charging Protection ensures that the super-fast charging is even safer to use.
On the performance side, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G is equipped with 8GB RAM and 128GB of storage, which is expandable thanks to 1TB SD Card. Up to 8GB of additional virtual RAM can also be added using OPPO’s RAM Expansion function to ensure a smooth experience when using multiple apps or memory-heavy apps. Powered by a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 695 5G Mobile Platform, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G delivers powerful and efficient 5G performance for everyday connectivity and comes equipped with Dual Stereo Speakers and Ultra Volume Mode for surround sound with enhanced quality and volume.
The all-round performance of Reno8 T 5G is further complemented by OPPO’s self-developed Dynamic Computing Engine, which ensures a longer stable user experience under heavy computing loads. This long-term fluency has passed the 48-Month Fluency Protection Test in the OPPO Lab, which means users can expect their smartphone to be a smooth and fast performer for four years.
Smart experiences and safety with new ColorOS 13
Preinstalled with the latest ColorOS 13, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G delivers a smart and secure Android experience straight out of the box. Users can now control Spotify through the Smart Always-On Display without having to unlock the phone.
When it comes to privacy, Five-Grade Access Control with a set of easy-to-use features gives users clear control over privacy permissions on the OPPO Reno8 T 5G. Auto Pixelate can recognize and blur usernames and avatars in chat screenshots with just one tap, and the upgraded Private Safe also provides a higher level of security for password-protected data. Thanks to these features, the phone has been certificated by authoritative third parties such as ISO, TRUSTe and ePrivacy.
The Newest Portrait Expert is Now Available
The all-new Portrait Expert, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G, is available now in Sunrise Gold and Midnight Black for Php 23,999. Head to the nearest OPPO Brand Store or partner dealers nationwide to avail of exclusive freebies with every purchase.
Avail the new OPPO Reno8 T 5G through Globe GPlan 1799 with one-time cash out of Php 1,200 and also receive a pair of OPPO Enco Buds 2 wireless earbuds. You can also purchase the OPPO Reno8 T 5G through OPPO Official Stores in Lazada, Shopee and Tiktok Shop. The OPPO Reno8 T 5G will also be available through Smart Signature Plan 999 very soon, so stay tuned!
For more information on the OPPO Reno8 T 5G, its features, and its availability, check out https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. To get the best care for your OPPO devices, visit your nearest OPPO Care Center or contact us on our website, via Facebook.
Grab Philippines officially brings GrabShare to more cities in Metro Manila. The carpooling service – which had its pilot run in Makati, BGC, Manila and select areas in Ortigas in 2022 – is now also available in Mandaluyong, Pasig, San Juan, Pateros, and select areas in Paranaque and Quezon City.
GrabShare makes the same convenience and reliability of GrabCar more accessible and affordable for the Filipino commuter. With GrabShare, passengers can enjoy as much as 30 percent lower fares on Grab. The service’s passenger-matching feature was also further optimized to ensure that the party is headed in the same direction to avoid surprise detours, hence improving overall shared-ride duration.
Grab Philippines Senior Director for Strategy and Operations Ronald Roda shares:
“Every Filipino deserves unfettered access to safe, reliable, and more affordable means of transportation, and we are fully committed to help make that a reality for everyone. We are optimistic that as we expand GrabShare’s service areas to more cities in Metro Manila, we are staying true to our commitment – continuing to play an active role in providing a better mobility experience for everyone.”
The leading super app is also working on bringing GrabShare to cities outside of Metro Manila. With the growing availability of the service, Grab Philippines reminds its passengers to continue practicing health and safety protocols while on the road. This includes the wearing of face mask and regular hand sanitation.
Filipino four-member act YARA joins the esteemed roster of Sony Music Entertainment, an established record label known for producing some of the biggest names in P-Pop.
The promising rookie embarks on a journey with newfound independence—thanks to the guidance of their record label, and their insistence to leave a mark in the burgeoning Philippine music scene.
“Sony Music PH and YARA are a match made in heaven,” the all-women group shares. “We were surprised that our vision and passion for music are the same. After everything that we’ve gone through, we are very happy that we finally found someone with whom we are confident to work with especially with our music.”
YARA officially marks their debut as a recording artist with the release of their new single “ADDA,” which means ‘Apat Dapat, Dapat Apat.’ Holding merit with a refreshing balance of charisma and edginess, YARA drops a confident piece of pop music that leaves nothing out of the bag.
“We know what we want / we know what we're capable of,” they open their verse with an assured declaration. Few newcomers can get away with lines that beam with delirious energy and excitement, and YARA does it seamlessly as they navigate an entirely new realm that remains completely uncharted to them.
The Pinoy girl group explains, “The song is about YARA. The story of YARA. The song reflects why YARA works hard to strive beyond their limitations and reach for their dreams. YARA wants their audience to know their story, and draw strength from it to conquer their own fears, and learn from YARA’s experiences. YARA wants their listeners to take control of their own lives and dreams.”
Combining dance-pop vigor with hip-hop elements and K-Pop feistiness, YARA’s “ADDA” is written and composed by YARA’s very own Kim Natividad, and produced by one of SB19 and Pablo’s frequent collaborators, Joshua Nase and Michael “Cursebox” Negapatan (Alex Bruce).
According to YARA, the empowering mood of the material aims to set the tone of what’s to come for their future releases. “The dynamics of the song radiate confidence and empower our listeners,” the Filipino quartet reveals. “Unison is also present in the song to highlight that behind showcasing our individual talents, the product of our teamwork sets us apart and makes us who we are. The progression of instrumental placements in the song relates to how our passion (to perform) intensifies throughout our journey amidst the unexpected challenges we’ve encountered along the way.”
YARA is a four-piece girl group composed of Gelou, Rocher, Christa, and Kim. They’re one of the newest P-Pop acts under Sony Music Entertainment, which includes SB19, 4th Impact, and more among its top-prized talents. Listen to their new single “ADDA” here.
Follow them on their official social media accounts: Instagram: official_yara.ph Twitter: official__yara Facebook: YARA PH Youtube: YARA PH Tiktok: official__yara
Php 5,000 GCash Cashback on select desktops, laptops, printers
Upgrade your tech this summer with HP’s best-selling products – like the versatile Victus 15 by HP laptop and efficient Smart Tank 750 printer – and score big with a Php 5,000 GCash cashback. Ideal for students, parents, small biz owners, and avid gamers, this limited-time offer has got you covered for school, work, and play.
From February 15 to March 31, customers who buy select HP desktops, laptops, and printers can earn huge GCash rewards, which they can splurge on shopping and travel his summer.
Star of the show
The star of this promo is the cutting-edge Victus 15 by HP and the dependable Smart Tank 750 printer.
The Victus 15 by HP laptop is a powerful and versatile choice for users who demand high performance. Its AMD Ryzen™ 5 processor and 8GB RAM provide a solid foundation for gaming and office-centric tasks, while the GeForce RTXTM 3050 video card delivers smooth and immersive gaming experiences. With pre-installed MS Office, ample memory, updated thermal design, and long battery life, the Victus15 by HP is a reliable and portable laptop that is excellent for gamers, students, office professionals, and small business owners alike.
The laptop can easily handle demanding tasks like video editing and graphic design. Its sleek design makes it great for students and even small business owners who are passionate about leveling up in everything they do. Additionally, its 15.6-inch display is great for entertainment, giving users a stunning visual experience when watching movies, playing games, and more.
Ultimate tool
The Smart Tank 750 printer, on the other hand, is considered by many households and small businesses alike as an ultimate tool for efficiency and productivity. This printer boasts a 35-page auto-feeder, smart-guided buttons, and paper sensors for seamless mobile setup. It has multiple connectivity options, including “self-healing” dual-band Wi-Fi.
The automatic two-sided printing and user-friendly HP Smart app shortcuts add to its convenience. Enjoy high-quality, low-cost prints with up to 8,000 color or 6,000 black pages per Original HP Ink included with purchase. Plus, print photos remotely from your vacation place, and scan multiple files at once – all made easy with the HP Smart app, you won’t even have to worry to get your photos developed.
Get your hands on the powerful Victus 15 by HP laptop and the efficient Smart Tank 750 printer, along with other top-selling HP items. With this exclusive promotion, you’ll start your summer right.
To learn more about this promo, please visit HP Philippines Facebook page for details.
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UNIQLO Philippines and SM Foundation recently collaborated to send additional aid to communities hit by Severe Tropical Storm Paeng.
About 43 high-risk barangays in Zamboanga Del Sur, Rizal, Laguna, Cavite, Batangas, Pampanga, Bulacan, Isabela, and Cagayan received Emergency GoKit+, with the distribution led by SM employee-volunteers.
An SM employee-volunteer from SM City Marilao prepares the Emergency GoKit+ for distribution.
The kits are aptly equipped with medicines and basic medical supplies, tools, and equipment to empower barangays in providing better first-aid responses when calamities or other emergencies occur.
Health workers from Bulacan receive the Emergency GoKit+
Meanwhile, over 2,400 families also received dinner sets through the collaboration.
SM employee-volunteers prepare the donations for Paeng-hit communities in Laguna.
It can be recalled that heavy rains hammered parts of Mindanao, Visayas, and Luzon, affecting almost a million Filipinos and leaving thousands displaced and over a hundred injured. Shortly after, SM Foundation and SM Supermalls employee-volunteers handed out Kalinga Packs to 8,800 affected families.
SM employee-volunteers from SM City Sta. Rosa hand dinner sets to Paeng-hit communities in Laguna.
When disaster strikes, SM Foundation, together with SM Supermalls and SM Markets, is committed to providing immediate relief to those affected by calamities through its Operation Tulong Express (OPTE). Since 2014, the program has distributed over 700,000 Kalinga Packs (relief packs) nationwide.
To learn more about SMFI’s OPTE program and more social good programs, visit www.sm-foundation.org or follow its social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube): @SMFoundationInc.
Music makes everything better, especially when heard in the greatest quality possible. Inconveniences such as audio distortion, blown speakers, poor bass, and treble quality can be a total mood killer. It’s about time that you invest in a well-rounded device that will allow you to experience powerful sound wherever you go, something that the new Samsung Sound Tower ST50B provides!
The new wireless Samsung Sound Tower can keep you company whenever and wherever you like, no matter the occasion. Take incredible sound with you everywhere
The Samsung Sound Tower ST50B is geared for all of life’s experiences. With a strong internal battery lasting up to 18 hours, it plays ultra-powerful audio that allows you to enjoy unplugged entertainment all day and all night.
Music by the poolside? No worries! The Sound Tower ST50B is water-resistant with an IPX5 feature ensuring that it is protected against low-pressure water streams. There’s no need to be anxious that a night of non-stop partying and accidental drink spills will ruin your speakers.
Powerful music, one device
Share your music with others with the Sound Tower’s wireless capabilities. Pair up to two mobiles with the Sound Tower simultaneously and enjoy music with your friends with the Bluetooth multi-connection feature. You can also amplify your sound experience by connecting up to ten Sound Towers wirelessly with the Group Play feature, perfect for gatherings or even if you just want it loud.
Enjoying concerts and movie marathons with friends and family anywhere in great quality is possible with the Sound Tower. It’s simple to connect your TV to the sound tower–so sit back, relax, and experience amplified sound quality with its seamless wireless TV connection. Partying at home sounds better than ever
The Samsung Sound Tower ST50B is always up for a party! Get the room jumping and keep the good vibes flowing with its unique bi-directional speakers, which allow sound to be heard clearly in multiple directions. Whether your party is indoors or outdoors, shaking it up with incredible, immersive, sound is just a push of a button away.
It just isn’t a party without an awesome light show–so go all-out with the Sound Tower’s built-in LED party lights that set the mood through dynamic lighting effects such as party, ambient, and dance modes. Choose how these sparkly lights will enliven the venue through the use of the Samsung Sound Tower App on your mobile device. Be the disc jockey yourself using the DJ Effect for the best sound available for all types of music.
Karaoke sessions with family and friends get a level up! Own the stage and sing your hearts out with the Samsung Sound Tower ST50B’s Karaoke Mode plus dedicated mic input.
Ready to experience powerful sound wherever you go? Have a blast with the Samsung Sound Tower ST50B and get your well-rounded sound device now! For more exciting updates on Samsung TV and Sound Devices, check out www.samsung.com/ph, and follow Samsung on their official Facebook and Instagram pages.
For all avid home cooks out there, here’s a question we want you to answer truthfully: As much as you love making creations in your own kitchens, how often do you find yourself craving take-out food?
If your answer is “a lot,” then you’re definitely not alone in your plight. Ordering in is as convenient as it goes, especially now in a time of food delivery services being available anywhere you are. More than that, there’s just something different about enjoying something prepped by your favorite restaurant. The magic lies in not having to slave in front of a stove–and enjoying restaurant-quality dishes in the comfort of your own home.
But then again, what really is the true meaning of restaurant-level food nowadays? What if we tell you that you can still enjoy the same quality of take-outs by cooking in your kitchen?
Convenience and quality come in the form of the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer, the new kitchen must-have for every discerning homemaker. The newest in the line of the premium brand’s standout oven models, the Smart Oven Air Fryer boasts an outstanding product DNA that can help anyone create restaurant-quality food at home.
Versatility-wise, this unit from Breville is packed with ten cooking functions that include toasting, grilling, roasting, slow cooking, and a dedicated air frying function. It also uses a dual-speed convection technology that reduces cooking time by 30 percent so you can enjoy your food faster. What makes the Smart Oven Air Fryer even better, moreover, is that it cooks without oil so you can enjoy healthier versions of your favorite dishes. Thanks to its trademarked Element IQ System—a smart algorithm that helps create the ideal cooking environment for a range of different cooking techniques—the guesswork for the right settings is taken out of the equation, making this unit ideal even for newbie home cooks. It’s like bringing a professional restaurant-level kitchen partner that does the work for you right in your very home.
If you’re wondering how far you can take your creativity with the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer, here are some recipes that you can try on your own. Fair warning, you might NEVER want to order take-out again after having a bite of them!
LIME DOUGHNUTS
Donuts are never a miss if you have a sweet tooth. Make your own handcrafted donuts at home by following this recipe.
975 g Flour, All Purpose
1.5 g Groceries, Yeast
20 g Sea Salt
100 g Refined, sugar
8 pcs Eggs, raw
220 ml Water
130 ml Dairy, Full Cream Milk
900 g Dairy, Unsalted Butter
60 ml Groceries, Buttermilk
20 ml Juice, Lime
1.5 g Salt, Kosher
300 ml Vegetable Oil
400 g Lime
Doughnut Procedure: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, and milk. Whisk in the butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula until the liquid is absorbed and there are no lumps. The mixture will resemble muffin batter. It may look a little lumpy and slightly greasy but be assured that all of the butter will be absorbed by the time the dough rises. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 4 to 6 hours.
Uncover the bowl and use a rubber spatula to gently loosen the dough from the bowl. Dampen your hands with cool water and slide one hand under one side of the dough. Fold that side of the dough into the center and press it down gently so it adheres to itself. Give the bowl a quarter turn and repeat the folding process two more times. After the fourth fold, flip the dough over so the seams are on the bottom. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 8 to 12 hours, or overnight.
Uncover the bowl and repeat the folding procedure in the previous step. Put the dough onto a plastic wrap–lined baking sheet. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and pat the dough into a flattened dome. Refrigerate the dough until it is firm, at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.
Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly dust them with flour. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and dust a countertop lightly but evenly with flour. Turn the dough out onto the floured countertop and dust it with flour. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough out to a 3⁄8-inch (9 mm) thickness. Use additional flour if it begins to stick. Use a 3-inch (8 cm) doughnut cutter to cut out the doughnuts and put them onto the parchment-lined pans. Separate the holes from the doughnuts so they may be fried separately. Cover the pans loosely with plastic wrap and let the doughnuts proof for 1 hour. Gently ball up the trimmings from the doughnuts, put them in a bowl, cover them with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until they firm up, at least 1 hour or up to 24. These trimmings may be rerolled to make additional doughnuts.
Pour 2 inches (5 cm) of oil into a large pot and heat it over medium-high heat until it reaches 350F (177C). Set a wire rack over a baking sheet. Put 4 to 5 doughnuts at a time in the oil and cook for 1 minute. Use a slotted spoon or spider to flip the doughnuts over and cook them for 1 minute on the other side. Flip one more time and cook for 1 minute more. The doughnuts should be golden brown. Use the slotted spoon to transfer the doughnuts from the oil to the rack to cool. Repeat to cook the remaining doughnuts. To cook the holes, put 12 into the oil at a time and cook for 45 seconds. Use the slotted spoon to turn the holes over and cook for 45 more seconds. Some of the holes may not flip, so use the slotted spoon to stir them in the oil so they cook evenly. Transfer the holes to the wire rack.
Lime Glaze Procedure: Put the confectioners’ sugar in a bowl and pour in the buttermilk, lime juice, and salt. Use a whisk to stir the mixture together until it forms a smooth glaze. Reserve at room temperature and whisk until smooth before using.
Dip one side of each doughnut into the glaze, then flip the glaze side up and return to the cooling rack.
Grate the zest of 3 of the limes over the glazed doughnuts.
Once all the doughnuts are glazed, put the doughnut holes into the bowl with the glaze and grate the zest from the remaining lime into the bowl.
Use a spoon to mix the holes in the glaze and evenly coat them.
Transfer the holes to the wire rack and let the glaze harden. Serve once the glaze is firm to the touch if you can wait that long.
AIR FRIED INASAL CHICKEN WINGS
Get your fill of chicken wings with this easy air fryer recipe. Chicken inasal is one of the most famous dishes to be seen on a wide table of Filipino cuisine.
3 pcs Ginger, thumb
3 pcs Lemongrass
500 g Poultry, Chicken Wings
2 tbsp Fish sauce
2 tbsp Garlic powder
2 tbsp Onion powder
3 tbsp atsuete oil
1 tbsp Black Pepper Crushed
10 pcs Calamansi (juiced)
4 pcs Lemon wedge
Using the Breville Juicer, juice the ginger and lemongrass to make a concentrated extract of ginger and lemongrass.
Combine the extract in a Ziplock with the chicken wings, fish sauce, soy sauce, calamansi, garlic powder, onion powder, astute oil, and ground pepper.
Shake up the contents of the ziplock to combine thoroughly.
Allow to marinate for at least 3 hours. Marinate overnight for best results.
Empty the contents of the ziplock onto the black tray provided with your Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer.
Air Fry the chicken wings for 12 mins at 360 Deg F.
Serve with lemon wedges.
Flex your kitchen magic with the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer. For more information about it, check out Breville Philippines’ website or follow their Facebook and Instagram pages. Managing your own space is as fulfilling as it is challenging sometimes. For anyone living in a modern apartment or a condo set-up where every square foot holds its weight in gold, finding the sweet spot between maximizing space and making it conducive for everyday living can be a real struggle.
It’s because of this need that so many multi-functional and space-saving household essentials shot in popularity in recent years. But how effective are they for other parts of the home where we usually spend a lot of time doing manual work and prep? Case in point: our kitchens.
Years ago, a regular kitchen was expected to have several appliances to be truly functional. But modern problems require modern solutions, and so a new wave of kitchen partners that can do multiple jobs started taking over households. Think about it: a few years ago, would you have even imagined that you could survive without a stove?
Now you might say, “This isn’t even possible at present” Well, the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer is here to prove you wrong. The latest model from the premium lifestyle brand’s best-selling line of kitchen partners, the Smart Oven Air Fryer is a versatile unit that can do almost anything and everything a home cook needs in their kitchen.
The model’s dedicated air frying setting is just the tip of the iceberg of its note-worthy line of features. With ten cooking functions that include grilling, slow cooking, baking, roasting, and even a pizza-cooking feature, you can skip having a stove–and a dozen other appliances in your kitchen. Make your favorite roast or whip up your favorite crunchy fries in minutes with its dual-speed convection feature that raises hot air and sinks cold air to reduce the cooking time by 30 percent.
The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer also has an Element IQ System that makes it ideal even for a newbie home cook. The technology is a smart algorithm feature that helps create the perfect cooking environment for different cooking techniques. The advanced sensing and temperature control of this model promises even cooking all the time, eliminating guesswork for its users.
In terms of design, the Smart Oven Air Fryer is crafted for ease of use. It comes with a clear and easy-to-understand LCD Display and an interior oven light that automatically turns on at the end of every cooking cycle. Topping these is its sophisticated and sleek aesthetic which makes it so easy to fit in any modern, classy home.
True enough, the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer checks all the boxes a smart homeowner needs from a cooking appliance. It is sleek, versatile, user-friendly, and can elevate anyone’s creativity in the kitchen regardless of their cooking level. Small space or not, this model is a definite must-have for anyone looking for a kitchen partner that can meet their modern needs.
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Vesbo Pipes certified to keep your Water safe from Viruses and Bacteria
We live in a time where it is of the utmost importance that we prioritize health above all. With all the viral scares that have recently plagued the world, we need to make sure that our homes and workspaces are built to be safe from viruses and bacteria down from its very foundation. Having a clean and safe waterline system in our homes and offices already helps reduce instances of people getting sick. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) states that safe and sufficient water facilitates the practice of hygiene, which is a key measure to prevent not only diarrhoeal diseases, but acute respiratory infections and numerous neglected tropical diseases.
But, as with most often the case, the clean and safe water from the source could get contaminated via the delivery system – in our pipes. If the piping isn’t up to standard, there’s a very high chance that we can all still get very sick.
With that in mind, we are proud to announce that Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes has become the only state-of-the-art German waterline pipe that has been proven and certified to destroy microbes such as viruses and bacteria – making it the pipe of choice of architects, developers, and medical institutions. This is another pioneering innovation of the firm and the first in the world. With a waterline system as sophisticated and “future-proof” as this one, Vesbo is helping raise the overall global health standard.
At the beginning of the Pandemic, people have been scrambling to make sense of things. Now that we are finally through the worst of it, we have the opportunity to learn from this and start future-proofing our projects. This is what Vesbo BioCote Pipes can do for you and how it plays an integral part with building for the future. By integrating safety measures like this, your future space is ready should another viral emergency comparable to COVID arises once again.
Making our spaces secure against viral and bacterial health risks starts with something as basic and structural as our pipelines. With our pipes delivering such an essential need as water, having a health safeguard allows us to rest easier in our homes and offices. Vesbo Pipes does this by warding off microbes and not just bacteria. Anti-bacterial simply deals with bacteria. Vesbo Pipes takes this a step further by being Anti-microbial which means that it is effective against a wide spectrum of microbes – such as Bacteria, Mold, Fungi, Protozoan, Algae, and Virus (Covid-19 and its many variants included).
This feat was achieved by Vesbo in a $10 Million joint-Engineering project with Biocote to develop pipes that have been formulated with anti-microbial additives. With an R&D of over 5 years, these pipes were then tested according to the ISO 22196 standard and were shown to have a remarkable effectiveness level for its antimicrobial effect on a wide range of microbes without degrading in time. Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes have shown to eradicate and reduce the presence of viruses, bacteria, and mold by up to 99.99% while also minimizing staining and bad odors. This is in effect whether the pipes are in storage or are already in-use. The partnership with Biocote also means that these pipes are certified by the HACCP International’s Food Safety Certification.
With that kind of protection at such a structural level, not only does this give you the peace of mind you need when coming in contact with your water but it also reassures you that your water is safe for drinking which does save you time and/or effort in the long run. Plus, Vebso assures that these pipes will last more than a lifetime compared to standard piping systems in the market to date making it the most ideal choice for your homes and building projects.
Get longer-lasting pipes, and safe water for you and your loved ones. Be sure to have your water protected with Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes. To know more and to see what pipes are available, please check out our website at https://vesbo.com/vesbo-anti-microbial/ and https://www.techglobal.com.ph/products/vesbo/ . Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes is officially and exclusively distributed by Techglobal Incorporated.
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