If you haven’t invested in an air fryer yet, now is an excellent time to do so. Hanabishi, your trusted kapartner when it comes to quality appliances, has just rolled out two new air fryer models.
“We are giving our customers more options to choose from, from the features to the price points,” said Cherish Ong-Chua, Vice President for Finance and Marketing at Hanabishi Appliances.
Fry, Bake, Grill, and Roast With Just One Device
The new air fryer models, the HAFRYER – 28 and HAFRYER – 38, both run on rapid hot air technology. You can fry, grill, and roast meat, seafood, and vegetables on them.
They require little to no cooking oil to make crispy fried food. They both come with a detachable non-stick frying basket (at 2.8-liter for the HAFRYER – 28 and 3.8-liter for the HAFRYER – 38).
Both air fryers have a baking feature as well. So, you need just one device for your frying, baking, grilling, and roasting needs.
Using and cleaning the new air fryers won’t take much of your time. They have easy-to-use dials with adjustable temperature control and a 30-minute timer. Their food drawer and basket are non-stick and dishwasher-safe.
“There are many air fryers available in the market right now. To choose the one that best fits your needs, take the time to study their features. Make sure that they’re really worth investing in,” said Ong-Chua.
You can learn more about theHAFRYER – 28 and HAFRYER – 38 when you visit www.myhanabishi.com. Hanabishi products are available through their online store, www.myhanabishi.com/shop/ , and their official flagship store on Lazada. You can also purchase their products at leading appliance stores in the country.
For their latest product offerings and promos, follow Hanabishi’s official accounts on Facebook and Twitter.
For the Catholic community, Lent is a time to reflect and focus on our spiritual well-being. During this season, people abstain from certain types of food like sweets and alcoholic beverages, but the most common food that practitioners avoid eating are meats such as pork, chicken, and beef.
It may sound easier said than done, but skipping red and white meat during Holy Week is manageable. If you’re looking for meat-free meals that are delicious and healthy, Shopee and Unilever Foods has you covered. Below are some easy Lent-friendly meals you’ll want to make this Holy Week:
Salted Egg Prawns
Tickle your taste buds with this rich Singaporean dish that’s crispy on the outside, but soft and warm on the inside.
Prawn Preparation
Season the prawns with Knorr Rostip Chicken Seasoning Powder.
Add the egg white. Coat the prawns with rice flour.
Heat oil to 340F. Deep-fry the prawns until crisp and golden brown.
Set the cooked prawns aside over paper towels until ready to use.
Sauce Preparation
Heat oil in a small wok. Add margarine and stir until it melts.
Add the curry leaves and the finger chilies.
Add the fried prawns, gently tossing it with the sauce.
Presentation
Transfer to a serving plate and serve immediately.
Vego Rolls Indulge in a refreshing and healthy dish from Vietnam. Wrapped in rice paper, you can fold in different types of vegetables or chopped seafood like shrimp and fish.
Filling Preparation
Heat oil in a wok. Stir-fry the onion and garlic until fragrant.
Season shrimps with Knorr Chicken Powder and black pepper. Add to the pan and stir-fry for 1 minute.
Add in carrots, green beans, and tofu. Stir fry for 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with Knorr Chicken Powder.
Add the shredded cabbage.
Transfer to a strainer to remove excess liquid from the mixture.
Keep warm until ready to assemble.
Peanut Sauce Preparation
Place all the ingredients in a food processor. Puree until smooth.
Heat the mixture before serving. Add water if a thinner consistency is desired.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Presentation
Fill a spray bottle with filtered water. Lightly spray rice paper with water. Place the wrapper on a chopping board or any sanitized surface.
Line one side of the rice paper with one whole lettuce leaf.
Place about 2 tablespoons of vegetable filling on top of the lettuce.
Top with minced garlic (optional).
Sprinkle with ground peanut sugar and finish with a sprig of coriander leaves.
Roll the rice paper, tucking the sides.
Cover the finished rolls with a damp clean towel to prevent it from drying up.
Once all rolls are done, slice each roll into two 1.5 inch segments (similar to sushi).
Arrange on a serving plate and sprinkle with additional peanut sugar.
Give your regular lumpia a twist with a hint of sweetness from ube strips. With the combination of sweet, nutty, and salty, flavors, you’ll surely be in for a surprise.
Lumpia Filling
Add oil to the wok and apply medium heat.
Add onions and garlic and saute until soft. Then, add ube to the wok and saute.
Pour water and Knorr Shrimp powder and bring to boil.
Add the rest of the ingredients and toss lightly. Cover for 1 min, then apply high heat and remove cover. Toss and mix well until it’s cooked.
Transfer to a colander to remove excess liquid. Set aside to cool.
Lumpia Sauce
Mix everything (except cornstarch and water) in a pot. Apply heat.
Bring to a boil and simmer for 1-3 minutes.
Add Slurry (cornstarch and water mixture) to thicken the sauce.
Ube Savory Crepe/Wrapper
In a bowl mix all ingredients until well incorporated. Rest the batter in the chiller for 30 minutes.
In a Teflon pan: add oil and cook 1/3 cup of the crepe batter.
Assembly
Add lettuce on top of the crepe, top the lettuce with filling, then fold.
Drizzle with Lumpia Sauce and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Commit to your Lenten practice with these timeless meatless recipes for you and your whole family. Find all the Unilever Food Solutions ingredients you need for these recipes and more at https://shopee.ph/collections/706219
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play. Shop, buy load, and pay bills using ShopeePay to enjoy more perks
Looking to splurge a little this weekend? Are you thinking of finally checking out items sitting in your cart? This Saturday, you can shop all you want with all the deals available at Shopee’s Mega Free Shipping Sale.
Aside from free shipping, you can enjoy big cashbacks, ₱1 deals, and discounts up to 90% off on Shopee Mall brands. You can also win up to ₱200,000 by tuning in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live this March 27.
Here are some ways to maximize all the perks at Shopee’s Mega Free Shipping Sale:
Shop guilt-free and redeem free shipping vouchers
This March 27, add as many items as you want to your cart and enjoy free shipping vouchers with no minimum spend, available sitewide throughout the day.
Enjoy irresistible discounts and freebies from top brands
Watch out for awesome deals and discounts from your favorite local and international brands on Shopee Mall. Save up to 90% off on a wide array of products from top brands such as Huggies, Realme, Pampers, Olay, Garnier, and Xiaomi. You can also get freebies when you shop from P&G Beauty and Nestle, and discount vouchers worth ₱300 and ₱500 on Vivo.
Give back with Havaianas Philippines
For every purchase of flip-flops from the Havaianas Official Store, another pair will be donated to Project SMILE Foundation’s beneficiaries. Shop for a cause and show your support for frontliners, farmers, and people with disabilities by getting yourself a pair this March 27.
Go cashless with ShopeePay and earn even more rewards
Going cashless isn’t just safe and convenient, it’s also more rewarding. On March 27, shop and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy more savings and special perks. Get all-day 15% cashback from participating shops and exclusive ₱1 deals from your favorite brands such as Jollibee, Bonchon, McDonald’s, Domino’s, and Gong Cha. Pay bills worth at least ₱600 to get 10% cashback. Meanwhile, shoppers who use ShopeePay to buy load/data and pay bills for the first time get to enjoy 20% cashback.
Play games to de-stress and win exciting cash prizes
Shake off the week’s stress with Shopee Shake! On March 27, tune in to Sarap Diba on GMA 7 at 10:00 AM and play Shopee Shake for a chance to win ₱200,000. To join, simply open Shopee Shake in-app and shake your phone to get the most coins before time runs out.
Make the most out of your shopping experience with these tips! Get ready to add to cart this March 27 at Shopee’s Mega Free Shipping Day. Watch out for more surprises in store this 4.4 Mega Shopping Day as well. For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/4-4.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Orabella Philippines, the beauty brand known for its affordable and quality skincare line, recently welcomed teen actress Arabella del Rosario as its new brand ambassador.
“As an up and coming brand, we wanted an endorser who is passionate and promising. We see that in Arabella, and we warmly welcome her into the Orabella family,’ said Anne Acuña, Marketing Manager of Orabella Direct Selling Inc.
The young actress, who is also into singing and figure skating, is a member of Star Magic. Arabella has appeared in the ABS-CBN series, Wild Little Love. She was introduced as Orabella’s latest endorser during a virtual press conference attended by members of the media and the blogging community.
While she appeared in some commercials in the past, according to Del Rosario, this is the first time she will be launched as brand ambassador of a reputable skin care brand such as Orabella.
“Being a new face in show business has its advantage, too. There are trustworthy brands like Orabella that believe beautiful skin is achievable with a consistent skin care routine. Ever since a kid, I know that taking care of my skin should be a priority. It is not vanity but it’s self care, because our skin is the largest organ of the body,” said Del Rosario, who is also a college freshman taking up Veterinary Medicine in De La Salle Araneta University.
During the same event, Orabella also unveiled its Defense Factor System that includes a soap, toning gel, spot solution, specialist cream, and sun care lotion.
“Our Defense Factor System is a complete solution that is formulated to bring out the beauty in you. Our company has been in the manufacturing of skin care products for a long time, however, Orabella is our homegrown brand,”Acuña said, adding that the brand celebrates women, who make up most of their distribution network.
All the products are made with quality and natural ingredients, and are intended to be “defense factors” against skin problems like blemishes (acne, blackheads, and whiteheads); sun damage (melasma, sun spots, and uneven color); and visible signs of aging (wrinkles, dryness, and roughness).
To learn more about the Orabella Defense Factor System and its other offerings, follow Orabella Direct Selling Inc. on its official Facebook account. Orabella skin care products are sold through independent distributors and will soon be available on Lazada and Shopee.
Prepare to live life on the fast lane as OPPO introduces OPPO A94, a smartphone designed and built to make you enjoy the best gaming and videography experience with its ultra-smooth performance and Flowing Light Design at a pocket-friendly price.
Experience OPPO A94’s ultra-smooth performance and remarkable gaming and video features with Celebrity and Content Creator, Alex Gonzaga and Internet Sensation, Mimiyuuh as they battle against each other for the Ultimate OPPO Vlogger title with Eric “Eruption” Tai, who will test the A94 smartphone to its limit as he goes all out on Mobile Legends Bang Bang Agawan Base. This epic battle will go live on OPPO Philippines’ Official Facebook, Youtube and Lazada Pages on March 26, 7 pm.
Mark your calendars as lucky viewers will get the chance to win exciting prizes such as a brand new OPPO A94 unit, 1 OPPO Watch, and 1 Enco W11 Earbuds. The mechanics will be announced during the livestream so be sure to tune in.
Live Life at Full Speed With A94
Perfect for the avid mobile gamer, OPPO A94 runs on ColorOS 11.1 and boasts features like Game Focus Mode which blocks or disables all distractions including notification bars, incoming calls, navigation gestures, alarms, and even on-screen volume prompts; Gaming Shortcut Mode which drastically reduces the load time by reserving virtual memory for frequently played games;
Game Floating Window which lets you squeeze in a game or two as it helps keep the game running in a floating window, even when opening apps like email or a browser; and, Bullet Screen Message which lets your important messages scroll across the screen so they don’t go unnoticed while minimizing any interruptions during your game.
It also comes in handy for the budding videographer because it allows you to capture high resolution photo and camera output with its 48MP AI QuadCam setup. Additionally, you can make your images look a little bit extra for social media with its improved AI camera features which allow you to freely capture moments without much editing.
Creative camera features like Dual-View Video lets you take subjects through the front and rear cameras all at the same time while the AI Color Portrait video lets you single out one subject in full color leaving the background in grayscale.
OPPO A94 also runs on MediaTek Helio P95 and is equipped with 30W VOOC Flash Charge 4.0 for a lasting superb performance. Catch the introduction of OPPO A94 on March 26, 2021, 7pm OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page.
For more information about the latest OPPO A94, and all of OPPO’s exclusive deals, visit the official website at www.oppo.com/ph or via the official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines
The pandemic hit hard last year and got everyone rethinking their health habits in fear of catching the disease, that’s for sure. But the secret to good health is and has always been within reach, according to retail giant Amway Philippines.
“You achieve good health by taking care of yourself and keeping a balanced diet, giving your body the nutrients it needs and the love it deserves,” says Leni Olmedo, Country Manager of Amway Philippines. “A well-balanced plate has a lot of colors – lots of fruits and vegetables.”
Despite the Philippines being rich with lands and farms full of fruit and vegetable crops, a colorful plate just isn’t a common sight in Filipino dining tables. Good thing Amway’s plant-based health supplement brand Nutrilite is launching its new flagship product, the Next Generation of Nutrilite™ Double X™, which can help color in these gaps in Filipino diets.
The food supplement contains sophora japonica, turmeric, rosemary, and a special blend of berries among other carefully selected fruits and vegetables. Jampacked with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, this supplement is actually a level up of the company’s previous flagship product of the same name.
The original mutivitamin had phytonutrients that took reactive defenses against excess free radicals in the body – which is known to accelerate ageing. In the upgrade, the phytonutrients take proactive defenses by eliminating excess free radicals in the cells themselves.
“Our hearts have always been centered on helping our consumers lead healthier and more empowered lives,” Olmedo shares. “So we are constantly finding ways to innovate and improve. That’s why we were able to make our best supplement even better.”
Nutrilite boasts of having its own certified organic farms where they plant and source majority of their ingredients. This has allowed the company to make supplements that are traceable down to the very seed of its ingredients so consumers can be confident that their vitamins are pure, safe, and effective. For Nutrilite™ Double X, over 90% of its botanical ingredients are sourced in these farms.
“It’s not just about creating products and selling them. It’s about finding the best solutions and going the extra mile to ensure that they live up to their promise, and that’s what we do in Amway,” says Olmedo. NGDX is available in Amway Exclusive Shopper. Sign up for free to access NGDX among other essentials and get free shipping for orders P1,000 and above.
ShopeePay, an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services, invites Filipinos to go cashless at the 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival. This is the second iteration of Shopee’s Cashless Festival, which had its successful inaugural launch last February. From March 22 to 25, users who shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay get to enjoy exclusive rewards such as free shipping, ₱1 deals, and cashback.
Until March 25, ShopeePay users can enjoy the following perks:
Free shipping vouchers
Shop to your heart’s content without worrying about shipping fees! This March 22 to 25, enjoy free shipping for a minimum spend of ₱149 on various categories. On March 24, watch out for sitewide free shipping vouchers redeemable with a minimum spend of ₱199, which will be released throughout the day in limited quantities. Finally, on 4.4 Mega ShopeePay Day, enjoy all-day sitewide free shipping!
Exclusive Deals Near Me vouchers
Craving your favorite burger, donut, ice cream, or pizza? Use ShopeePay to get exclusive ₱1 Deals and amazing offers from your favorite fast food brands such as Jollibee, McDonald’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Domino’s!
Discounts and flash deals on mobile load
Always on your phone? Grab the following mobile load deals on March 22 and 25: ₱20 load for ₱12 and ₱50 load for ₱42. On March 25, watch out for the following flash deals throughout the day: ₱20 load for ₱10 and ₱50 load for ₱37.
Even bigger cashbacks
Use ShopeePay to earn more coins cashback that you can use to get discounts on your next shopping spree. For every purchase from participating shops, get 20% cashback, capped at 200 coins, on selected categories.
On March 23 and 25, use ShopeePay to settle bills worth at least ₱600 to enjoy 15% cashback, capped at 90 coins. Users who buy load/data or pay bills for the first time can enjoy 20% cashback, capped at 120 coins, from March 22 to 24; and 25% cashback, capped at 150 coins, on March 25.
This 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival, shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy more rewards! For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Did you know that an average of 42 fire incidents occurs in the Philippines daily? This amounts to around ₱4.65 billion worth of damage every year. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection, the top causes of fire outbreaks in the Philippines are faulty electrical connections, lighted cigarette butts, and open flames.
Since most of us are staying home with our families during this time, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our haven and sanctuary remains free from such health hazards. This Fire Prevention Month, educate yourself and your family on fire safety measures. Remember, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Here are five fire prevention measures you need to take:
Install smoke alarms
First things first: install a smoke alarm. These alarms can detect fire way before your nose can smell smoke. Early detection can save your house—and your loved ones’ lives.
Install smoke alarms on every floor, including inside bedrooms and living areas. Mount each unit on the ceiling or high up on walls. Don’t forget to test these out every month and change the batteries every year. You don’t want them to fail you when a fire actually breaks out. After ten years of use, replace each unit.
Did you know that using water to extinguish fires isn’t fool-proof? Since oil and water don’t mix, using the latter to extinguish grease fires can actually cause it to spread. Additionally, water conducts electricity and you can get electrocuted if you try to douse an electrical fire.
Instead, invest in a fire extinguisher or fire blanket. Confused about which one to use? Smother smaller fires in the kitchen with a fire blanket. They’re less messy and won’t damage food items in your kitchen. For bigger, harder-to-reach fires, use a fire extinguisher. Make sure they’re available on each floor. Place them near the kitchen, garage, and any other exit routes.
Does your weekend pamper routine feature scented candles? Place your candles on a stable, heat-resistant surface, preferably at a distance from your bed, curtains, and other flammable items. To avoid flare-ups, light them far away from aircon vents or electric fans.
You might feel relaxed and ready for bed with soothing scents, but never doze off and leave your candles unattended. Consider switching to battery-operated candles if you have kids and pets who might accidentally knock them over.
If you’ve been squeezing the last ounce of life out of your old appliances, it’s time to put them to rest. You’re not saving money by continuing to use rickety appliances until they give out. The faulty machinery and frayed cables pose a fire hazard. A fire outbreak will end up being more expensive than a new appliance.
Most home fires start in the kitchen, so keep cooking appliances, in particular, functioning properly. For malfunctioning appliances, don’t attempt to use and call in a repairman as soon as possible. Replace if needed.
In the same way you practice fire drills at school or at the office, your family should craft its own home fire escape plan as well.
Establish primary and alternative escape routes from the house and pick at least two meeting spots in case family members get separated from each other. Teach everyone the Stop, Drop, and Roll method in the event that their clothes catch fire. Lastly, buy an emergency medical kit you can easily grab on your way out of the house.
Keep yourself and your loved ones safe from harm with these doable tips. Taking such exhaustive measures might feel excessive, but as with everything else, prevention is better than cure. For emergencies, call the National Emergency Hotline at 911, or the Philippine Red Cross at 143.
For all your shopping needs, download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Numbers that indicate progress in a person’s lives can sometimes be daunting especially for women. In fact, age is often left off the table during conversations, but what if it doesn’t have to be? Fortunately, a new soap that empowers ladies to age gracefully is emerging in the Philippines.
Nonenal among ageing people is often caused by hormonal imbalance but with a pure soap that cleanses the body, smell might as well be a non-issue. This is what KAKI promises as a consumer brand. KAKI is a new persimmon-based soap that indulges the body into a regenerated state, away from unwanted odors, discoloration, and firmness of skin.
Gina, 42, a bachelorette shares what she noticed after a month of continued use of the soap.
“I no longer feel insecure because KAKI takes care of my body. I used to be so conscious of how I smell because I easily sweat. Now because of Kaki, I feel very confident even after a long day in the sun or even working out.”
The same sentiment is also observed even in more mature ladies. Retired teacher, Angela, 56, says: “My skin feels very light and plump, and it reminds me of my younger days. My children and even my apos are not taken aback by my smell and they love bonding with me. This means a lot to me now that I can focus on my own grandchildren after teaching in school for decades.”
Unique in gentleness to the skin and purifying effect, KAKI is without harsh chemicals that promises to speed-up skin lightening or exfoliates the skin more often than it needs to.
KAKI’s Founder and CEO shares her vision for the brand, “At Kaki, we truly aim to empower ladies to age worry-free. We can keep them flawless so they can have the time and energy to focus on what makes them happy. Our running joke internally is that if you use the Kaki soap, life can begin even beyond 40!”
Apart from the immediate effects on the body, KAKI also lessens the nonenal on pillowcases and bed sheets of its consumer and detoxifies without stripping the body of its natural oils. It also comes with a feminine foam wash for the sensitive parts of the ladies.
Kaki keeps the side effects of ageing away and assures its users that ageing, like coming-of-age, should not have a wisp of embarrassment but a treasured phase of grace and poise.
*KAKI is available at Shopee and Lazada starting at Php 160 and foam wash at Php 350.
Aiming to be healthier this 2021? Your food choices are a good place to start! According to studies, what you eat daily has a significant influence on your health, and the way you feel, look, move, and work. Moreover, with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, eating healthy has become even more vital now to help boost immunity and fight off diseases.
So if you’re planning to switch to a healthier and cleaner lifestyle, shifting to plant-based meat is a viable option to consider. Just recently, Century Pacific Food Inc. (CNPF) has unveiled its newest brand, unMEAT, a 100% plant-based meat that looks feels and tastes like real meat.
unMEAT is packed with simple ingredients that you can normally find in culinary kitchens, making it affordable, with price similar to price of meat. Even better, it is also a good source of fiber and protein, it is cholesterol-free, trans fat-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.
Because of its natural and nutritious ingredients, consumers can enjoy their food while taking good health measures to lower risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Growing evidence also shows that following a balanced plant-based diet may even manage chronic health conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.
“unMEAT is ideal for flexitarians and consumers who are looking for healthier, more sustainable meat alternatives that look, feel and taste like real meat,” says CNPF EVP and COO Greg Banzon. “unMEAT is also our answer to the growing demand for more affordable nutrition that is tasty and accessible for all.”
Century Pacific has received several requests from potential retailers and food service customers since its intro a few weeks back. As such, UnMEAT has now become available via online shopping platforms, and increasingly in supermarkets and specialty stores nationwide.
It will also be offered to customers across a network of 80 countries such as the USA, Singapore, China and the Middle East giving consumers in many parts of the world easy access to tasty, healthy, and affordable 100% plant-based meat alternative.
Aim to live a healthier lifestyle this 2021, and begin with healthy, more sustainable plant-based options like unMEAT. Experience the goodness of unMEAT with our 100% plant-based burger patties, sausages, nuggets, and giniling. It’s unBELIEVABLY Meat-free & unDENIABLY tasty! #MeetunMEAT!
You may avail of unMEAT via Swift Meat E-Tindahan m.me/swiftfoods and through these links: bit.ly/unmeatshopee bit.ly/unmeatlazmall
