Filipinos love to share and spread cheer and happiness, especially during this season of giving.
From our loved ones, to friends, and people with whom we share small moments with every day, we try to let them know they matter.
Spread holiday cheer by gifting the festive Cuckoo and Weeshee Bags from Oishi! Filled with childhood favorites and new yummy discoveries from Oishi, they are perfect for sharing and munching on during the holiday break. And believe it or not, these festive bags start at just P87! Just head to your nearest supermarkets to buy these Christmas goodies.
To spread more joy this season, Oishi is also giving you discounts when you purchase online. Get Php 160 off for every bundle of 8 Cuckoo Bags and Php 105 off for every bundle of 8 Weeshee Bags when you check out from Oishi’s official store in Shopee and the flagship store in Lazmall!
The discount is valid until December 31, 2022 so catch them while they are still available! For more information, visit Oishi Philippines’ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/oishi.ph.
The hottest chicken is finally in town! Ray’s Hot Chicken is targeting to conquer the emerging fried-chicken sandwich scene in the metro with its affordable, straightforward, crispy, hot, and juicy chicken sandwiches, with a sizeable serving.
Ray’s Hot Chicken started as a food delivery service last September 2020. “We were supposed to open early 2020 but got delayed due to the pandemic,” said founder Zark Varona.
Re-evaluating their strategy, Varona said they saw an opportunity to introduce a 24/7 delivery concept. This allowed the team to bring new food products in the middle of the pandemic that would address the cravings of Filipinos for tasty and surprisingly filling meals that are delivery friendly.
“At the height of the lockdowns, dine-in transactions almost became impossible, but food cravings remained, so delivery was the best option, especially for work-from-home individuals,” said Varona.
“This is the reason we launched Ray’s at that time. This was a 24/7 food delivery concept that was open to franchises. And we were overwhelmed by the reception. Our customers loved our food and the concept behind our creations. Now, we are expanding our brand by opening physical stores across the metro,” he added.
Ray’s Hot Chicken specializes in Nashville-style Hot Chicken, which is dipped in chili oil and its very own Nashville hot seasoning. This signature crispy chicken sandwich features a massive slab of crispy boneless chicken coated in their original spicy seasoning. It’s sandwiched in fluffy tasty buns and has a delicious sauce that beautifully complements the spice.
Today, Ray’s Hot Chicken has finally opened its very first dine-in/take-out branch in SM City Fairview and its first franchised store located in Project 8, Quezon City. It has also grown to 12 delivery-only locations all over Metro Manila.
On top of these developments, every month, Ray’s Hot Chicken strives to create a new chicken sandwich flavor. They also have the “Hottie of the Month,” wherein they collaborate with local hot sauce suppliers to be featured on their menu. “This is also our way to support local Filipino products,” said Varona.
For September, Ray’s Hot Chicken is proud to introduce its Hottie of the Month: Carolina Reaper Hot Chicken Sandwich. This is specially made to bring forth an extreme fiery sensation from the world’s hottest pepper the Carolina Reaper.
September promos
Ray’s Hot Chicken will also hold two promos for the whole month of September. The first one is the P149 Hot Chicken Sandwich Promo. To avail this, customers may show proof of any of the following: Liked, followed, and shared Facebook or Instagram post of the P149 promo post; or a personal Facebook or Instagram post or story tagging the official Facebook, Instagram, or Tiktok accounts of Ray’s. This is strictly valid for dine-in transactions only, with no minimum order required.
The other promo gives customers free side of their choice (Corn, Mac n’ Cheese, Fries, or Nachos) per burger purchased. This is valid for orders made via GrabFood or FoodPanda, with no minimum order required.
The menu of Ray’s Hot Chicken features core products such as its wide array of chicken sandwiches, hot wings, and burrito.
For more information and for franchise opportunities, you may visit its official Facebook page, RaysHotChicken); Tiktok account, @rayshotchicken; and Instagram page, rayshotchicken.ph.
Treat yourself with your ultimate comfort food and satisfy your cravings with ShopeePay ₱1 Deals.
Users can now purchase ShopeePay ₱1 Deals on Shopee and redeem discounts when they pay at our partner merchants via in-store QR codes using ShopeePay. To avail of the promo, purchase the discount or cashback voucher on Shopee, pay via QR code in-store, and select which voucher to use before payment confirmation.
Check out these ShopeePay ₱1 Deals, which give you a ₱30 discount at the following restaurants for no minimum spend!
Craving: Milk Tea
No matter what weather or season, satisfy your sweet tooth with various milk tea flavors from Tiger Sugar.
Craving: Dark Chocolate Frappe
One of the best ways to end a meal is to have something sweet and refreshing at the same time, such as Dark Chocolate Frappe from Coffee Project.
Craving: Fries
French fries are and will always be one of the best snacks and comfort food. Suddenly craving for something salty? Check out Potato Corner’s all-time classic Cheese Fries.
Craving: Chicken Wings
Whether that’s paired with rice or potatoes, the savory taste of chicken wings makes you want more with each bite, especially with special dips from the Wingman restaurant.
For more information and the complete list of ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and partner merchants, including Puregold, Seaoil, Kuya J, and more, visit https://shopee.ph/m/deals-near-me.
For decades, coffee had received a bad reputation. Besides allegedly triggering high blood pressure, insomnia, and hyperacidity, the Filipino habit of adding lots of sugar and cream to one’s cup has been said to aggravate diabetes.
While there’s no denying the Pinoy coffee fan his morning cup, there is concern over the amount of sugar present in commercial 3-in-1 coffee mixes. The leading brand has 14.6 grams of sugar in one 20-gram sachet alone. Imagine how much sugar you’re taking in if you drink an average of three cups of coffee a day.
What About Sugar-Free Coffee?
For health-conscious individuals, especially diabetics, turning to sugar-free coffee mixes seems to be the only option. This meant enduring tasteless cups of coffee just to satisfy their caffeine fix —until Stevia came along.
Stevia is the low calorie, zero sugar sweetener that tastes so much better than artificial sweeteners. Stevia is an herb with a sweet-tasting extract that comes from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It has been enjoyed since pre-Columbian South America where indigenous people used the herb to sweeten their tea and other drinks.
The plant’s taste stems from steviol glycosides, molecules which are 250–300 times sweeter than regular sugar. It became popular among health-conscious individuals because stevia has a very low caloric content. This makes it perfect for dieters and people who are trying to lose weight. Moreover, Stevia makes coffee and tea taste so much better without adding any calories. Aside from beverages, Stevia is also used as an alternative sweetener when cooking or baking.
The Health Advantages of Stevia
Stevia is a safe, healthy sugar substitute that can sweeten up food without the negative health effects of refined sugar. It’s also associated with several impressive benefits such as reduced calorie intake, managed blood sugar levels, and minimized risk of cavities.
Additionally, while other sugar substitutes like Aspartame have been linked with cancer, there’s no evidence linking stevia to cancer since it is a natural ingredient. This means you can add stevia to dishes and drinks without fear that you’re taking too much sugar, or that you’ll get sick a few years down the road.
For coffee lovers, it’s also good to note that locally-made Glorious Blend coffees and instant beverages have Stevia as its natural sweetener. The blend of natural and healthful ingredients make the drink not only refreshing and safe, but also good for one’s overall health.
The Glorious Blend boasts a full line of healthy drinks, including a 7-in-1 healthy coffee mix. This special blend is made with proven medicinal ingredients like Malunggay, Mangosteen, Calcium, Gotu Kola, and sweetened with Sweet & Fit Stevia. What’s even better is that the Glorious Blend 7in1 Coffee is non-acidic and promotes regular bowel movement.
The Glorious line-up also includes the 3-in-1 coffee mix with Stevia; 7-in-1 choco mix; 4-in-1 coffee with Malunggay; 5-in-1 coffee mix with Brown Rice; and the MaxiTrim coffee. All Glorious Blend beverages use Stevia which has no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index. All of their instant drinks will keep you alert and energized throughout the day.
Also, Glorious Blend products are locally sourced and manufactured. Their company supports local farmers, stevia growers, and other agricultural communities. So if you’ve been cutting back on drinking coffee because of health problems like diabetes or hyper acidity, Glorious Blend coffee mixes are here to help. You can enjoy all the aroma and flavor of freshly made coffee all day —without the guilt! Now, you can drink coffee for better health! Glorious, isn’t it?
Get ready, because the Golden Arches are about to shine even brighter thanks to a new collaboration with 21st century global pop icons, BTS.
This one-of-a-kind menu “tour” will arrive in the Philippines on June 18, 2021, when customers can enjoy the band’s signature order at participating restaurants nationwide. The BTS Meal includes a 10-piece Chicken McNuggets®, medium World Famous Fries®, medium Coca-Cola, and Sweet Chili and Cajun dipping sauces inspired by popular recipes from McDonald’s South Korea.
“The band has great memories with McDonald’s. We’re excited about this collaboration and can’t wait to share the BTS Meal with the world,” says BIGHIT MUSIC, label of BTS.
Since 2013, BTS has topped music charts and brought people together from all over the world through their music and positive messages. Over the next few months, BTS fans everywhere will find themselves that much closer to their favorite artists… because for the first time since McDonald’s launched its celebrity signature orders program in the U.S. last year, the BTS Meal will be available globally in nearly 50 countries. You can find a full list of participating countries as well as dates for meal availability here.
“No matter who you are, everyone has a go-to order at McDonald’s – even international superstars like BTS.” said Oliver Rabatan, McDonald’s Philippines Marketing & Channels Head. “This band is truly a global phenomenon with a fanbase that knows no borders, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring the BTS Meal to our customers in the Philippines starting June.”
So mark your calendars for June 18, and be sure to keep an eye out on McDonald’s social channels McDo.ph on Facebook and McDo_PH on Twitter and Instagram for regular updates on this exciting partnership!
Are you a foodie, pare? If you are, then you’ve probably heard of the online foodie community Let’s Eat Pare™ or LEP – maybe you’ve even tried a food reco or two. Now, great news: the sharing of good food is not stopping there. Through the cooking show Solane Kitchen Moments, LEP’s founder Mark Del Rosario shares how to elevate pantry staples and brings his best food discoveries to your kitchen.
“The kitchen transforms the house into a home — it is the nucleus of memories, experiences, and it provides sustenance to fuel future endeavors,” Del Rosario said in a separate interview.
“Solane energizes the creativity and passion that stems from this sacred space.” He features in the first three episodes of LPG brand Solane’s newest show, and starts by elevating a Filipino favorite: corned beef. Inspired by world-renowned chef Anthony Bourdain, Del Rosario spent years perfecting his own Corned Beef ala Pare. But don’t be intimidated by that, because he made sure to keep the recipe pantry-friendly – and it’s bound to be your new go-to snack! Learn how to make Corned Beef ala Pare here.
Meanwhile, Del Rosario reveals his favorite culinary discovery in the second episode. A frequent traveler, he was able to try angulas, a delicacy of baby eels, right where it originates: the Northern Spanish town of San Sebastian. He admits to cooking angulas for family and friends, wanting to share the discovery, and now, he’s sharing it with you, too! Watch it here.
Del Rosario turns up the heat in his third and final Solane Kitchen Moments episode with chili con carne, a dish he used to describe his relationship with his wife, to whom he was recently married to. He talks about food as a love language – with the chili con carne coming in like a warm hug. Find the recipe here and make it for your loved ones, too!
Aside from great food, Del Rosario, together with host Suzi Entrata-Abrera, also talks about life, culture, and passion. With 18 years in the food industry, Del Rosario started from humble beginnings as a salesman with chefs and the like as clients. He eventually opened his own restaurant and got to experience the roller coaster ride of being an entrepreneur. This led to the birth of Let’s Eat Pare™ in 2016 – in hopes of helping other restaurant owners grow and achieve their dreams.
Today, LEP is able to do just that. As a safe and positive space where you can collaborate with and learn from others, the large but tight-knit community has grown to having over 300,000 members. If you aren’t a part of that yet, don’t worry. They always welcome food lovers who happily share their finds and enjoy discovering others’ as well. Check out the community here.
“Food is one of the main ingredients to fostering a strong bond with people. A unique connection is harnessed through sharing meals,” Del Rosario shared.
We heard through the pipeline that the next Solane Kitchen Moments episodes wilsome more exciting guests. Stay tuned every Thursday on Solane’s Facebook page or YouTube channel.
Summer is here! Nothing makes us feel the excitement for summer like the refreshing taste of the Filipino favorite, Buko Pandan! It reminds us of summer trips to the province or the beach, cooling off with a cold, delicious, and wholesome treat.
While this summer might be less about travelling and more about staying at home or close by, there’s no reason for you to miss out on having your taste of Buko Pandan. Tang introduces a new flavor that’s shaking up the beverage market in the Philippines: Tang Coco Plus Buko Pandan, made with Magnesium and Iron.
Tang is the Philippines’ #1 powdered beverage drink, with 21 fruit flavors to meet your every craving for delicious refreshment. The brand is known for delivering on two things: Delicious refreshment and good nutrition with every glass.
As a leader in this segment, Tang is always looking for ways to delight and add excitement to meal and snack times with the family. These days, nutrition and wellbeing top the list of consumers’ needs for their food and drink preferences.
According to the 2020 State of Snacking Survey conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of Tang’s parent company Mondelēz International, 69% of consumers in developing countries like the Philippines actively seek snacks that are immunity boosting, or those that help strengthen the body against diseases.
Mondelēz International is one of the world’s leading snack companies, with a 58-year history in the Philippines. The Company’s purpose is to empower people to snack right, with the right snack, for the right moment, and made the right way.
Using this insight from consumers, Tang sought to provide Moms with a new flavor that’s delicious PLUS is also a great meal partner thanks to the nutrients it contains: Magnesium and Iron. We all know that we sweat more during summer; and that when we sweat, we lose not only water but also minerals such as Magnesium and Iron, among others.
We need to make sure to replenish them, so we remain healthy and avoid getting sick. Even if it’s not summer though, we still need to make sure we get enough of these nutrients through the food we eat and the beverages we drink.
“The future is uncertain which is why parents play an important role in ensuring that their kids are prepared, no matter what will happen. Tang believes that by giving kids a drink they love PLUS the benefits that moms approve, we can prepare kids for the future,” says Carlo Isla, Beverage Category Manager of Tang.
“With this, we are very excited to share Tang’s newest flavor, Tang Coco Plus Buko Pandan. It is the first and only one of its kind in the Philippines, a powdered beverage with Buko Pandan flavor PLUS Magnesium and Iron.
For only P17.50 you get the refreshing taste of Buko PLUS Pandan that’s good for family – PLUS it’s refreshing too. It is a fulfillment of our purpose as a company, to provide the right delicious drink, for the right moment this summer, and made the right way with good nutrition for your family.”
This new flavor is delicious and refreshing by itself, or enjoyed as a meal partner with the family, especially during these hot months up ahead. It has the taste of Buko Pandan that you have grown up with, and a PLUS of wholesome minerals.
Enjoy it with lots of ice cubes or as an iced shake. Get creative and add a pandan leaf too for those great social media photos. Try the new Tang Coco Plus Buko Pandan by ordering on Lazada or Shopee now.
With its convenience and accessibility, 7-Eleven has always been there for communities as a reliable source of essentials or quick delicious meals no matter the circumstance.
Now with the pandemic shifting the public’s shopping patterns and daily movement, 7-Eleven continues to serve its customers through the spirit of bayanihan.
Last December, 7-Eleven brought a superior shopping experience to Filipinos through Bayanihan Savings and Selections (#711Bayanihan), a campaign that advocates for easier and more affordable grocery shopping for everyone.
This means that you can now complete your groceries at your neighborhood’s 7- Eleven store, minus the commute and long lines at the supermarkets but with even bigger savings.
“Our Bayanihan Savings and Selections initiative comes at a time when convenience and affordability are crucial to our customers. This is our way of reinforcing our commitment to being an accessible source of essentials that are easy on the budget and quick to reach, especially during this pandemic, when customers are looking for better value and a safer shopping experience.
We believe this initiative will foster a stronger relationship between us, our communities, and our customers,” shares Philippine Seven Corporation President and CEO Jose Victor Paterno.
Rolling out first in Metro Manila and going nationwide soon, #711Bayanihan is all about offering competitive prices for essentials and a diverse product selection so you can shop for your own and your family’s needs closer to home.
If you’re planning your next grocery run, check out the 7-Eleven nearest you to find cooking, seasoning & baking items, skin and hair care, oral hygiene, cleaning and laundry needs, baby products, canned meat and fruits, powdered tea & coffees, and more.
7-Eleven’s Bayanihan Savings and Selections is all about reinforcing convenience and accessibility, which the brand has always been known for. Visit a 7-Eleven store today to discover this new, more affordable neighborhood grocery shopping experience.
Don’t forget to wear your face mask and face shield, and to follow physical distancing guidelines inside the store. Contactless payment methods — such as the CLiQQ app and GCash — are also available to further ensure your safety.
Make sure to follow #711Bayanihan on social media or visit their website to get a peek at the new, expanded, and affordable store selections!
Like us on 7-Eleven Philippines Facebook, follow @711ph on Instagram, and @711philippines on Twitter for more information.
The pandemic has made us busier than ever. With life happening from home, it is easy to get consumed with all the responsibilities and limitations we have to deal with.
Moments where the family gets to spend time together – despite busy schedules and times of worry – are truly worth valuing and celebrating, and Jollibee knows this best.
In its latest commercial starring Charlene Muhlach and family, Charlene emphasizes the value of making the most of these times together with family and giving them only the best, a bucket of crispylicious and juicylicious Jollibee Chickenjoy, to those they love the most!
“Times are especially tougher nowadays, and moments with the family around are some of what we value the most. Our new ad honors the parents that choose to give only the best to their family, such as Jollibee Chickenjoy, because it make warm moments with loved ones even better,” said Cathleen Capati, AVP for Marketing – Bestsellers Category.
You can have your favorite Chickenjoy safely delivered to you anytime via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, foodpanda, and LalaFood! It’s also available via Drive-Thru and
It is less than 60 days before Christmas and we are beginning to feel every inch of the Holiday spirit. This year may be unlikely compared to past celebrations, as we have gone through some challenges due to pandemic, but we can always look forward to new beginnings, as what Christmas symbolizes.
To signal Yuletide season, SM Center Pulilan brings in Sotero’s bibingka and puto bumbong- an iconic Christmas delicacy from Malolos. Serving for almost a decade, Sotero’s is known for their signature recipe using quality ingredients. To create an authentic puto bumbong and bibingka, Sotero’s uses pure galapong or rice flour. Since 2001, Sotero’s continuously expanded into different branches in selected areas in Bulacan, as well as Quezon City.
Sotero’s bibingka overload with special toppings like salted egg and kesong puti is now available at their booth located at the Mall Terminal of SM Center Pulilan.
Reminisce the good old days with Sotero’s bestsellers- bibingka overload with special toppings like salted egg and kesong puti. They also offer puto bumbong in three different variants- classic, special using muscovado instead of white sugar, and extra special with condensed milk as sweetener.
Aside from food, shoppers may also look forward to an early Christmas with SM Center Pulilan’s Holiday themed spots. Christmas ornaments, figures and displays will greet at the entrances and selected areas inside the Mall where shoppers may take photos for souvenir.
Puto bumbong with grated cheese is a certified favorite at Sotero’s. Have yours now and visit their booth located at the Mall Terminal of SM Center Pulilan.
While food and company are meant to be enjoyed, shoppers’ safety is still a top priority, as SM Center Pulilan implements limited capacity to observe proper social distancing.
For more exciting happenings, check out SM Center Pulilan at Facebook, Instagram and Twitter as well as SM SUPERMALLS BULACAN Viber community for updates and promos.
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