Moms are always looking forward for Christmas. It is the day that we wanted to share to our family what we have learned in cooking during the past months. But before I share what I want to share I would like to exploit first what I like to have this Christmas.

Some of them might be simple but would be great especially if it's for my family. First I like my family to have Good Health, Wealth and a great relationship with the Lord. For my physical item I would like to have an iPad or an iPhone, some cooking utensils, hopefully a bigger house and of course some appliances for it.


For those who wants share some of their blessings I would be willingly and accept it with open arms. So I pray to have those I like to have.

For the things that I want to share... I want to share my time to those who are in need, I want to share the blessings that I'm receiving and I want to share also what I learned.

So these are my LIKE and want to SHARE this coming Christmas. To all Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Filipino Bloggers Hub Xmas Party is sponsored by The Cocoon Boutique Hotel, San Marino, King Sue, Bo's Coffee, iFlick, Cadbury, Pinoy Master Grill, Cebu Boy Lechon, Leslies, Tea 101, Oh My Nails, San Miguel Brewery, Leonne Philippines and Baja Mexican Cantina.

Due to insistent public demand, MICHELIN’s tire purchase promo that awards free shopping coupons for purchases of MICHELIN tires, has been extended until December 15, 2012. The Holiday deal makes ownership of Michelin tires so much more rewarding.

Motorists get free cash vouchers that they can shop with at major stores nationwide when they purchasetwo (2) MICHELIN tires from MICHELIN dealers in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

Any single-receipt purchase of two (2) MICHELIN passenger car or light truck tires, of the same pattern and tire size within the promo period entitles the consumer to receive a Sodexo cash voucher worth Php 1,000.

In Luzon consumers may contact TIARA Commercial and Industrial Corporation at 813-2548, 813-2786 and (0918 842-7201for inquiries or more details. In the Visayas, consumers may contact Primex Trade Sales, Inc. in Cebu at (032) 254-8490, Iloilo at (033) 320-9344 and Bacolod at (034) 434-5408. Mindanao customers may inquire from Transway Sales Corp in Davao at (082) 227-4355 and in Cagayan de Oro at (08822) 735565.

This promotion is covered by DTI-NCR Permit No. 9738, Series of 2012. For more details about the promo, customers may consult the promo posters, visit any of the participating dealers or log on to www.michelin.com.ph.

Nikki Muller, a television presenter, actress, producer, singer and composer has found new fame after being selected as the host of Style Factor – a video-led premium web series developed for and sponsored by P&G in the Philippines. It is now available on Yahoo!’s leading entertainment site OMG!.

Dubbed as the essential guide to celebrity trends and star styles, the online branded entertainment program will feature 26 original video episodes on the latest celebrity inspired fashion, style secrets, make-up tips and tricks relating to beauty, skin and hair care.

The multi-talented Swiss-Filipina anchor will also blog for Style Factor and write articles on hot hairstyling trends, the right skin care for different skin types, top 10 looks of the season, make-up quick fixes and practical how to tips, do product reviews, backstage celebrity interviews and make special appearances at events.


The original programming content, developed by Yahoo!, is exclusively designed for a digitally savvy Filipina woman who is smart and discerning about engaging with brands online, participates in conversations around trending topics and seeks tips and tricks on grooming from the web.

Excited about starting her journey with Style Factor, Nikki said, “I am a story-teller and a communicator at heart and passionate about telling a good story. I've seen the fashion scene evolve over the past few years; Filipinas have a very unique sense of style and pay attention to grooming in a way that is very distinct. I look forward to exploring how simple style statements can help a woman exude her individuality and confidence.”

The lover of fashion is also a believer in the power of the internet. “Women are leading busier lives today with many demands made on their time. Style Factor fits perfectly into a modern Filipina woman’s schedule by being a one-stop online resource that offers simple, tried and tested ways to help her be on the pulse of all the latest information. Style Factor is all about empowering women, inspiring her personal style and building a nurturing online environment for them,” believes Nikki.


Congratulating Nikki on being chosen as the host, Charibelle Morados – Country Media Manager of P&G Philippines, said, “P&G has been a strong supporter of young and budding talents, and Style Factor provides a unique launch pad for someone like Nikki to achieve her due share of recognition and popularity online. Internet is a great medium to connect with audiences and reach out to fans. Matching the right personality – someone who is naturally charming, affable and confident as we see in Nikki – are invaluable assets for online platforms such as Style Factor.”

In the first set of videos, Nikki will share inexpensive ways to pamper yourself, making everyday a good hair day, party dresses for your body type, top five “Pinoy” stains, “Morena” beauties and what’s inside ageing creams. Catch them all on Yahoo! Style Factor at http://ph.omg.yahoo.com/stylefactor/.

Christmas is really for kids!  It is the time to let them experience the joyful season of Christmas in every corner.  Kids love cartoon characters and some of them even cosplay their love anime or character and for some establishments kids are their target, the little ones who enjoys the fancy color and graphical look of cartoon characters.   Creating some stuff for the store in order to attract the eyes of the children.


In the case of SM Supermalls they didn't just placed those cartoon characters but let shoppers experience and perhaps reminisce the kid in every mom and dad who visits the mall.  Who says kids are the only ones who can get some fun this holiday!  SM City North EDSA even made the experience more engaging by having time with the loved cartoon character name Hello Kitty.  They have this meet and greet portions where kids and kid-like can gather in the created town like of Hello Kitty and of course meet the character.  To be honest I'm a fan of HELLO KITTY.  I used to collect Hello Kitty items, unfortunately wasn't able to maintain and continue it.


For the rest of Christmas season, SM The Block will not only have meet and greet but features Hello Kitty collections.  My eyes got wide open when I saw those Hello Kitty stuff.   Never thought that there would be lots of Hello Kitty collectors.


Well I never thought of this as an issue with gender so this time, I let my eldest son watch the Hello Kitty gallery at SM, and explain to him that I am a fan of Hello Kitty, that most of the girls in my younger time loved to collect Hello Kitty stuff.  By doing this at least he is informed of the facts about Hello Kitty.


I love the collection of Hello Kitty at SM The Block. So, for those who used to be a fan and currently enjoying the Hello Kitty stuff, do visit The Block at SM City North EDSA.

Milk Tea is trending now in the Philippines. Lots of Filipinos are really liking to drink these milk teas, perhaps or maybe because of the number of establishments being created and popping out. Yuppies, students and even some bloggers that I know some are enjoying sipping milk teas.

Teas have a lot of benefits, such as it relaxes body, antioxidants and helps regulating blood pressure. Added some milk to make the teas match with the taste of the Filipinos and it has benefits also such as calcium and protein.


Most Filipinos drinking some juices in powdered form that can buy in some groceries. Since milk tea is trending now, CHALIFE is here for those who loves to have it any time.

Chalife is in powdered form that whenever you want to drink milk tea, you can easily go to any store and buy the chalife and then add some water then presto you have your milk tea.

You don't have to buy expensive milk teas, Chalife is very affordable and  easy to prepare.

For more information and latest updates about Chalife, simply visit https://www.facebook.com/chalifemilktea

Here's something new dear readers!  I have been featuring food and other stuff here and now this is quite different. This time I will be featuring about a magazine, yes it's a MAGAZINE.  This blog wouldn't be a MAG if I wouldn't be featuring magazines as well. Okay heading on.

This magazine that we are about to feature here is not just an ordinary Magazine but it is the leading magazine in the metro which is about Food.  And it's already been a decade that they have dominated the market as one of the leading magazine that is about food.

Cook Magazine started their food wavering in year 2000.  One of their thrust is to recognize the huge difference between restaurant food and home cooked food.  It was designed and written for the millions of Filipinos who loves to know things about food and cooking.  Included in this magazine are the articles and recipes created and shared by hobbyists and food lovers.

Just recently, Cook Magazine celebrated their 12th year in the business.   Attended by different advertisers, PRs, bloggers, guests and a whole lot more of individuals who loves food and are fans of Cook Magazine which was held at F1 Hotel.  The management & Staff of COOK Magazine hosted this early holiday bash to thank their advertisers, friends, partners and all those who rallied behind the magazine this year.
They are continuously innovating and conceptualizing the content of the magazine to serve better their readers and to do the appropriate taste of the new generation with regards to food.


In the past, the magazine had been covering artisan foods from meals to snacks beverages, cheeses, condiments, meat and seafood categories, perhaps the biggest bulk of the selections have been sweets-fine candy, artisan chocolates, cookies, brownies and desserts. In reply to the shifting market and consumer needs, the new COOK content looks at the future of food and its role in pop culture.  Food Editor Chef Danny De La Cuesta gathers a handful of food visionaries, industry practitioners, celebrity chefs for great food exchange in all the magazine's 2013 issues. In the 88 pages, it will discuss the newest and best products, food recommendations, reviews, how-to's, reference articles, culinary destinations, product recipes or go-to source of consumer information in the dynamic food category. It will also include artisanal and small production consumer items that readers might not have discovered on their own plus information on how to use them to make everyday dining and entertaining easier and more exciting.

Cook will make a lot of editorial on mass-produced brands, food service and food festivals, widening its reach to industry professionals because it promises to be the only consumer publication that will review best brands of foods, restaurants and beverages in every category.



The December issue that will hit stands in the first week of December 2012, features Katrina Ponce Enrile as the cover image- a fashion influencer and a culinary entrepreneur. She describes Cook Magazine as "an institution and a community for so many people that it created a new category-homeccoks-when it launched and has remained the highest-selling cookery title in its entire market life."

The event also took the opportunity to make public the New Look and Conceptual Direction of the Magazine that will be offering consumers an ever more diverse way of accessing its brand, in print through the magazine, and bookazines, online through the website and mobile and face-to-face through our Food Events.


Today COOK is a market leading food magazine, selling 83,500 copies a month. Each issue is packed with over 44 recipes for everyday meals, easy entertaining and dishes from food experts. The Cook magazine cooery team tests every recipe published. The magazine is available at all National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Booksale, 7-11 outlets, Mini-Stops and other leading outlets nationwide. Visit Cook Magazine online at www.cook.net.ph

COOK Magazine would like to thank the following: F1 Hotel, Flavors On Fire, Bluewater Resorts, Fujidenzo, Whirlpool, Fly Ace Corporation, Breville, El Greco Philippines, Tempura Japanese Grill, Ramada, Ramesh, Mall of Kitchen, Magsaysay Institute of Culinary Arts (MICAH), Ewongs, Discovery Suites, Discovery Suites Tagaytay, Sweetielicious, Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, Pan Pacific Hotel, Shangri-La, Mactan, The Manor Hotel, Baguio Traders Hotel, San Miguel Corporation, Cookie Monster by Magnolia Ice Cream, Dusit Thani Hotel, Century Park Hotel, Cafe in the Park, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Malaysian Trade, Cuisinart, Partyshots Photobooth, Haier, One Tagaytay Hotel, Bilmoke, Imarflex, Globe Telecom, Sapporo, Elba, Goldilocks, World Class Concepts Corp., and Mayer

Calling all JKC members in Manila. Get a chance to explore The Mind Museum for free on Dec 9!

Make the holidays extra special by having an amazing journey to The Mind Museum as the Jollibee Kids Club (JKC) gives its members in Metro Manila a chance to discover the world in awesome new ways. Here are three simple steps to join:

1. If you are a JKC member ages 6 to 12, send in a 4r photo of you taken during a recent JKC workshop or activity. 2. Answer this question in two to three sentences: What’s the best thing about being a JKC member? 3. Send your entries in a sealed envelope with your name, address, tel. no., and name & signature of parent/guardian to: Stratworks, Inc., 2nd Floor Zaragoza Building, Gamboa Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City, 1229 Philippines

Chosen entries will win two (2) free all-day passes to the Mind Museum for a fun-filled learning weekend at the first ever world-class museum in the Philippines, plus free lunch and snacks c/o Jollibee. Winners will also get P1,000 worth of Jollibee gift certificates. Hurry! Deadline for submission of entries is on November 29, 2012.

Promo period is from November 11 –November 29, 2012. Per DTI-NCR Permit # 6815 series of 2012. For complete mechanics, visit the Jollibee Buzz Room at www.jollibee.com.ph/buzz-room. The Jollibee Kids Club is the biggest kids’ club in the country, with exciting activities for kids. Parents can sign up their children for a JKC membership at select Jollibee branches. For inquiries, call (02) 898-7777.

Once again, Meralco has lighten up the Meralco Liwanag Park for the public, just in time for the Christmas season.  As always the park features different light displays that is eye catching and right for the season, the Christmas season.  This park will open to the public until January 6 from 6PM to 10PM.

Meralco, aside from opening the Liwanag Park, has recently partnered with the Deparment of Tourism in setting up other Liwanag Parks in different cities and municipalities within Meralco's franchise area.  Making the Christmas season more merrier and brighter not only for the kids for to all people that will have a chance to see and glance at it.

Here's what they shared about the plan of Meralco and DOT.

The Liwanag Park and the partnership with the DOT are just part of the larger Maliwanag ang Pasko program of Meralco, though. Under the program, Filipino households, too, are enjoined to do their part in lighting up their homes this season. In return, they get the chance to win prizes. To join, they may take a photo of their lighted homes or of any of the Liwanag Parks and upload them on the Meralco Facebook page. Every entry helps contribute to Meralco’s program of energizing public schools in Palawan, Bohol, Quezon and Dinagat Islands. By joining the program, customers, therefore, not only help brighten their communities, but they also get the opportunity to help uplift public schools in the country and provide a better future for underprivileged school children.

Chocolate is one of the most love food and flavor.  It seems that most of the cakes, ice creams and pastries are flavored with chocolate.  I, myself love chocolates very much and that's why I choose the CHOCOLATE MILK TEA variant of SIP Milk Tea to try.

Before anything else I would like to share what SIP Milk Tea means to me.

Steeply made to entice and refresh.

Steeply made to entice and refresh.

Steeply made to entice and refresh.

Christmas is really around the corner. Gift giving, helping others, joyful in every corner, these are the things that we encounter this holiday season.

Previously I featured about World Vision's Noche Buena Campaign, this time it was a joint forces of Kipling and World Vision to bring "A brighter Christmas For a Brighter Tomorrow", a program that aims to provide additional funds for the education of children under the care of the world renowned Christian development and advocacy organization.


According to Benjamin Go, President of Greyhound Marketing Corporation, exclusive distributor of Kipling in the Philippines, the partnership is a timely effort to spread the fun and happiness that’s instilled in every Kipling bag. “There is no greater joy this Christmas than knowing we have brought smiles to others, especially children. Through “A Brighter Christmas For A Brighter Tomorrow” program, we can make not only the holidays, but also the future, brighter for the children of World Vision.”


“We are very delighted to have this partnership with Kipling, which is known globally for bringing fun and joy through its fashionable bags. Were happy that this time, Kipling has decided to reach out and bring the same kind of goodwill to ensure the education of children sponsored by World Vision,” says National Resource Development Associate Director Jun Godornes.

It was so thrilling that there are lots of celebrities joining Kipling and World Vision in celebrating the launch of this meaningful endeavor.  Some of the country’s biggest celebrities who are also extending their support to the program and they are Miriam Quiambao, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Kylie Padilla and Jessica Connelly.


Fashionable ladies on-the-go can also share in giving children a brighter tomorrow by shopping for a cause. For every Kipling bag or luggage purchased from December 1 to 31, 2012, Kipling will donate Php 500 to World Vision.

For its Holiday Collection, Kipling offers sporty and glam bags called Basic Elevated. These perfect everyday adventure companions come in stylish quilted exteriors, patent details, stunning linings, and 3 Christmas-themed colors red, white and black.


The Basic Elevated Collection includes New Elise that has a tablet-ready interior and can be worn 3 ways; Teagan S, a travel-savvy trolley with 2 compartments that are accessible from the topside; Weekend bag that can accommodate all your travel tidbits with its expandable bottom; and Creativity X a totally essential-ready cross-over bag.

“Kipling’s Holiday Collection is a line eagerly awaited by our loyal customers, but this time, we’d like to enjoin them to share the blessings of the season by participating in this program. This is because with every purchase of any Kipling bag, our customers get to enjoy cutting-edge designs and fashion- forward pieces as well as help build a brighter tomorrow for the less privileged children,” adds Millet Antonio, brand manager of Kipling in the Philippines.

Also helping raise awareness about Kipling’s A Brighter Christmas For A Brighter Tomorrow With World Vision program are our ad agency The Sven Group and talent agency Vidanes Marketing.

Kipling is available online at zalora.com.ph and at SM Mall of Asia, SM North EDSA The Block, SM Megamall, SM Bacolod, SM Iloilo, SM Davao, SM Cebu, SM Lanang Premier, Robinsons Place Ermita, Rustan’s Alabang Town Center, Rustan’s Shangri-La, Rustan’s Gateway, Rustan’s Makati, Landmark Makati, Landmark TriNoma and soon-to-open Centrio Mall in Cagayan De Oro. To know more, visit Kipling Philippines on Facebook and get to find out more exciting news and promos from the lovable monkey.


In line with these, we have a lot of reason to celebrate the Christmas meaningful, as long as the call of your heart is to help those needy one. This time you  can help the less fortunate to continue their studies while  being fashionable and get the best bag that you want.