Kazuki Kyoya and his family teams up with Aji-Ginisa®'s ambassador Marian Rivera-Dantes to champion healthy eating habits among Filipino children.

“Parents put a premium on their children’s health and nutrition, but feeding them veggies isn’t always an easy feat,” said Kazuki Kyoya. “Aji-Ginisa® can help them make their dishes more meaty and gisa, so their kids can learn to love vegetables and these healthy recipes can be part of their every meal.”

“As a mom, I know mealtimes can be challenging. What I do is experiment in the kitchen and try lots of ways to prepare vegetable dishes that are nutritious and yummy,” said Marian. “Our goal is to make our kids try different recipes, so they can grow to enjoy and appreciate the healthy food we prepare.”

Filipino children, led by Zia Dantes, welcomes a new Veggie-licious era with a pledge and red forks on their chest, embracing healthier meals made tastier with Aji-Ginisa

The kids from the audience went up on stage for the I Love Veggie-licious Pledge, which was led by Marian’s daughter Zia, and made their promise to love vegetables. Parents and their little ones can also join this pledge online by using the Pledge to I Love Veggie-licious filter on TikTok. For every 1,000 pledges, Ajinomoto commits to lead a feeding program for select beneficiaries nationwide.

Attendees also had the opportunity to try making their own veggie-licious dishes during the event. As they sprinkle their Aji-Ginisa on their veggies, kids and parents also had fun in their stations by doing the Shake Shake Dance to the beat of the music to make their veggies veggie-licious.

Ajinomoto is bringing the I Love Veggie-licious Movement nationwide, bringing the Aji-Ginisa® Veggie-licious Caravan to different schools to carry out taste tests, veg-ucation programs, and more. The Caravan will also roll out in key malls across the metro to introduce delicious veggie dishes kids will enjoy.

The I Love Veggie-licious Movement is a part of Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation’s commitment to nutrition that does not compromise taste, access, and the local way of life. The company is doing this by developing comprehensive programs with like-minded organizations, and providing new products and services that address health and nutrition issues.

Know more about the Aji-Ginisa® I Love Veggie-licious Movement by visiting Cookmunity by Ajinomoto PH.

Universal Robina Corp.’s (URC) segment-leading products are proving to be consistent favorites among Filipinos, as it once again ranked high among consumers’ most chosen FMCG brands.

Great Taste coffee was ranked as the fourth most chosen beverage brand in the Philippines and ninth among fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) in Kantar’s Brand Footprint study for 2022.

The brand was also the fourth most chosen in 2021, but its FMCG ranking improved from 15th in 2021.

The study by influential consulting firm Kantar Group, uses a metric called a “consumer reach point” (CRP), which measures a brand’s strength based on how many shoppers are buying the brand and how often.

Great Taste chalked up 424 million CRPs in 2023 from 283 million in 2022. It was purchased by 75.8 percent of all shoppers and chosen 20 times a year.

The brand also continues to expand its line-up, recently adding the new GT Supreme.

Two other URC products made it to the list of the Philippines’ top 20 food brands.

Piattos was 7th, with 183 million CRPs, the third year in a row that it made it to the list. Nissin, a new entrant, landed in 19th, with 74 million CRPs.

“Piattos continues to grow as it’s able to reach more shoppers, winning 1.2 million more homes in the past year, especially via sari-sari stores where it recruits more than 80 percent of its buyers,” said Pearl Benjamin, Senior Account Manager for Kantar Worldpanel.

URC’s C2 ready-to-drink tea rose in the ranking in the beverage category from 19th in 2022 to 16th in 2023,

"This study underscores the sustained quality, cost-effectiveness and lasting allure of our brands for consumers," said Mian David, URC’s Chief Marketing Officer. “Delighting people with good food choices has always been our foremost priority.”

She added that the results of the study “demonstrate the resilience and adaptability of our brands”.

URC produces these iconic brands plus others like Maxx candy and Cream-O cookies, which have been part of Filipinos’ lives for decades. One of the country’s largest food and beverage manufacturers, URC also has significant, and growing, presence in ASEAN. Its leading regional brands include Fun-O, Tivoli and Lexus.

Founded in 1992, Kantar spans some 15,300 brands globally in 43 countries. It is the acknowledged global expert in shoppers’ behavior.

URC’s Great Taste has consistently ranked among the most chosen brands by Filipinos, according to Kantar’s Brand Footprint study.

For over 45 years, Jollibee has shared the joy across the country and the world, bringing langhap-sarap favorites and joyful memories wherever you go. To celebrate this milestone year, the beloved brand has partnered with Grab to launch Jollibee’s Birthday Blowout. You can watch the campaign video here.

In line with Jollibee’s massive anniversary campaign, this special collaboration with Grab offers customers app-exclusive offers and promos featuring everyone’s Jollibee favorites, along with a few special surprises.

Jollibee has been a partner of Grab since 2019, becoming one of its first official GrabFood merchants. “Our partnership with Grab has been key in greatly expanding our delivery network across the country.” said Dorothy Dee Ching, Vice President and Head of Marketing of Jollibee. “This Jollibee Birthday Blowout is a special treat for Jollibee lovers on GrabFood, with langhap-sarap deals and treats everyone will enjoy.”

Grab users can deliver and share the joy of Jollibee favorites right at their doorstep with app-exclusive deals on their favorite meals. App users can also spot the Jollibee rider icon approaching your location while tracking your delivery. Netizens also spotted everyone’s favorite mascot Jollibee making deliveries with Grab, sharing them all over social media.

Don’t miss this incredible 45th birthday celebration and order your Jollibee favorites via Grab to score more discounts and treats. You can also share your delicious meals with the hashtag #JolliBEEDayBlowout.

The Lifetime Free Gas (LFG) promo for PriceLOCQ will run from November 15, 2023, to January 15, 2024. Participants must be 18 years old and above with a valid Philippine driver’s license. To earn a raffle entry, motorists must avail of SEAOIL fuel, Lubeserv products, or Lubeserv-on-Wheels services at SEAOIL stations that accept PriceLOCQ as a mode of payment.

Every ₱200 spent using the Pay with LOCQPay or Pay with Liter Balance features will earn motorists one raffle entry. The same rule applies for Lubeserv purchases or Lubeserv-on-Wheels services using the Pay with LOCQPay option. Meanwhile, users who have a VIP account connected to PriceLOCQ will only need to spend ₱100 on fuel or Lubeserv services to earn one raffle entry.

Winners for the first raffle draw will be announced on December 18, 2023, while the remaining winners will be announced on January 16, 2024.

The PriceLOCQ app is available in the App Store and the Google Play Store and can be used in over 400 SEAOIL stations nationwide.

The highly-anticipated HONOR 90 5G Peacock Blue has officially arrived in the Philippines and was seen during the opening of the HONOR Experience Store in SM City Dasmariñas, located at the Level 2 Cyberzone. The new limited-edition color officially hit stores on November 15 and until supplies last, you can get a FREE HONOR Gift box worth Php 2,499 for every purchase.

“This is another momentous event for us, having back-to-back celebration with the opening of our HONOR Experience Store in SM City Dasmariñas and of course the unveiling of the much-awaited HONOR 90 5G Peacock Blue. The year is far from over and so are we so for our HONOR fans, stay tuned,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

The successful store opening was officiated by HONOR Philippines GTM Manager Steven Yan, PR Manager Pao Oga, Brand Marketing Manager Joepy Libo-on, and Retail Sales Director Tom Yuan with EC Panda SM City Dasmariñas Store OIC Evelyn Enong.

HONOR 90 5G is now in stunning limited-edition Peacock Blue variant

Launched in August this year, HONOR 90 5G prides its flagship triple camera system consisting of a 200MP Main Camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor, a 12 MP ultra-wide and macro camera with a 112° field of view and a 2MP Depth Camera that helps the camera more accurately gauge distance. Supporting multi-frame fusion, noise reduction algorithm and pixel binning to achieve the light-capturing performance that is equivalent to having large 2.24µm pixels(16-in-1), the 200MP Main Camera produces excellent high dynamic range (HDR) photos and detailed, bright shots in low light situations.

Its superb display supports the industry’s highest Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Dimming frequency of 3840Hz, effectively minimizing the strain it puts on users’ eyes when it is set at low brightness. The display also features Dynamic Dimming which simulates natural light to alleviate eye fatigue, as well as HONOR’s Circadian Night Display technology which filters blue light and promotes natural melatonin secretion to improve user sleep quality at night.

The new limited-edition HONOR 90 5G Peacock Blue is now available for only Php 24,990 in all HONOR Experience and partner stores or online via Lazada ( https://bit.ly/3YAczVu), Shopee (https://bit.ly/45snjI6), and TikTok Shop (bit.ly/HONOR905G-TikTok).

For more announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

Left to right: All-Nippon Airways General Manager Mr. Takeru Okamoto, Tenya General Manager Mr. Edmundo “Iggy” Ramos, Jr. and Japan National Tourism Executive Director Mr. Makoto Watanabe

On November 10, Tenya, the most successful restaurant chain in Japan, is introducing its new masterpiece: Mt. Fuji Tendon! Recently, Tenya, along with General Manager Edmundo “Iggy” Ramos, Jr. hosted a lunch so that the teams from All Nippon Airways (ANA) and the Japanese National Tourism Organization (JNTO) could try their newest creation. Tenya wanted to see what their Japanese partners had to say, and the results were unanimous–excellent all around!

All-Nippon Airways and Japan National Tourism Organization team, having a sumptuous Mt. Fuji Tendon lunch while discussing possible collaborations in the future.

The team was treated to succulent black tiger prawns, perfectly fried, piled on top of a corn and potato croquette, all over rice, and crowned by a generous helping of Tenya’s original don tare sauce. The dish is filling, the rice is perfectly cooked, and the prawns are big and juicy. Each Mt. Fuji Tendon bowl is arranged artfully so the prawns resemble the dome of the famous volcano. The Japanese guests were blown away, delighted by the inventive presentation, the crisp texture, and the delicious taste.

The lunch was a great success. The team decided that this dish was so good that it deserved its own special promo. For every purchase of one Mt. Fuji Tendon, customers get one raffle entry. From those entries, three lucky winners will be chosen to go on a trip on ANA to Tokyo.

Every luscious bite brings you closer to winning the Japanese vacay of your dreams!

Tenya’s newest menu offering: The Mt. Fuji Tendon

This new offering is another innovation from Tenya, the most trusted name in tempura tendon here and in Japan. Satisfy your cravings with the ultimate tempura sensation! It’s so good that it transports anyone who eats it to Japan, and three lucky customers actually get to go! Try the brand-new Mt. Fuji Tendon today at any Tenya branch and win the chance for a trip of a lifetime!

For more information about Tenya Philippines and its latest offerings, visit Tenya Philippines on Facebook and @tenyaph on Instagram.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) shared its expertise on delicious salt reduction at the Philippine Food Summit 2023 of the Philippine Chamber of Food Manufacturers Inc. (PCFMI) held last November 9 and 10 at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria.

Themed “Pathways to Nutritious, Safe, Accessible, and Sustainable Food Supply”, this year’s food summit aimed to drive change and create tangible solutions for one of humanity’s most vital necessities which is food.

“As challenges around food and health become more diverse, we, at Ajinomoto, aim to contribute to improved health and eating habits for people.” APC Research and Development Head Madelin Dofiles said.

As a platinum sponsor of the event, APC led an industry talk about “Healthy Longevity Without Compromising Taste, The Smart Application of Umami Seasonings” shared by Dr. Andrea Wakita, R.D, Ph.D. from Ajinomoto Co Inc. Global Communications Department.

During her presentation, Dr. Wakita shared about the need to reduce sodium consumption to prevent certain medical conditions such as hypertension which is one of the leading causes of death among Filipinos. She then shared salt alternatives such as Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) which helps reduce the sodium content of food without compromising its delicious taste.

APC launched the BawAsin® campaign to encourage Filipinos to reduce their salt intake without sacrificing deliciousness. This is a testament to the company’s continuous efforts to utilize its expertise in nutrition to provide practical means to consumers to help live a healthier life.

At the Food Summit exhibit booth, APC highlighted the unique value of Ajinomoto’s technology through its TENCHO products. TENCHO are seasoning products produced by the Ajinomoto group of companies which have the functions of providing and enhancing the taste and aroma of natural ingredients. Overall, TENCHO can provide well balance and good harmonization contributing to the advancement of food industry’s health and wellness and sustainable procurement.

“We are an active member of the Philippine Food Chambers because we believe that by combining our efforts, we are closer to co-creating a happy and healthier Philippine society,” Dofiles shared. “This is part of APC's goal as a solution-providing company to be at the forefront in the co-creation of better wellness by resolving food and health issues with sustainable initiatives,” Dofiles added.

To learn more about Ajinomoto’s health and nutrition initiatives, visit ajinomoto.com.ph and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

TECNO’s premium sub-brand, PHANTOM, today launched the groundbreaking PHANTOM V Flip 5G – its first-ever flip phone and Philippines’ market first foldable device below 30K peso. The breakthrough smartphone sets a new standard for the integration of advanced technologies and high-end fashion-forward aesthetics, with a powerful 64MP+13MP+32MP camera system, unique circular cover screen, and stunning cosmos-inspired design.

The “perfect in pocket” PHANTOM V Flip 5G, which was nominated for the German Design Awards, showcases its exceptional design quality in a meticulous selection process. As the brand’s latest foldable, it marks another milestone in the brand’s continued exploration of new form factors and design languages to enhance the premium foldable user experience.

PHANTOM V Flip 5G combines stylish design with powerful flip phone features.

Capturing The Light and Shade of Life with More Definition

PHANTOM V Flip 5G illuminates gloomy shots with enhanced low-light capabilities for dazzling results. The device’s powerful 64MP RGBW Ultra Sensitive Sensor Main Camera benefits from 60% greater light intake, as well as reduced noise and improved color accuracy, thanks to its innovative RGBW pixel format. At an impressive 64MP, the camera has the highest resolution of any flip phone on the market with an f/1.7 aperture and 1.6μm (4in1) pixels. With PDAF, ISOCELL Pixel Isolation and a Pixel Fusion Algorithm, it delivers unparalleled flip phone night performance to light up even the darkest environments.

Using TECNO’s Dual-camera Fusion technology, the 64MP main camera also works in tandem with the device’s 13MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera so users can enlarge and crop ultra wide-angle shots while retaining plenty of detail.

The cover screen shows a convenient preview for stunning 64MP RGBW Ultra Sensitive Sensor Main Camera shots.

For selfie lovers, PHANTOM V Flip 5G’s 32MP Dual-flash Autofocus Front Camera provides the ultimate solution for low-light selfies. The camera’s integrated Micro-slit Dual-flash is the industry’s first front-facing flashlight in a flip phone, which is complemented by TECNO’s Super Flashlight algorithm to create the ideal lighting with perfect exposure. The camera also utilizes Automatic Eye-focus to achieve more precise subject tracking for greater clarity and detail in selfies and vlogs.

Exciting Imaging Empowered by PHANTOM V Flip 5G FreeCam System

Thanks to its flip construction, PHANTOM V Flip 5G’s opens up a world of shooting possibilities through its advanced FreeCam System. The device lets users elevate their imaginations and capture magic moments in inventive and beautiful images with both front and rear lenses. Stable at any angle from 30-150˚, users can hover the device to shoot better group shots, detailed rear camera selfies, low-angle shots, FreeCam Time-lapses, and more. The strong hovering performance with gesture- and voice-controlled capture lets users enjoy hands-free creativity.

Unleash your creativity with PHANTOM V Flip 5G’s FreeCam System.

Elegant, Premium, Pocket-sized Perfection

The device’s refined look is elevated by its sophisticated colors and materials. For style-minded individuals, PHANTOM V Flip 5G’s premium lychee-pattern classic leather adds to its high-end look and feel, being the same material as that used in luxury fashion and top-of-the-range vehicles. PHANTOM V Flip 5G is available in a choice of two stylish colors: Mystic Dawn and Iconic Black.

Meticulously designed to achieve the perfect pocket-sized form, PHANTOM V Flip 5G measures 88.77 x 74.05 x 14.95mm when folded, allowing for easy thumb swiping, and 171.72 x 74.05 x 6.95mm when unfolded. The slightly narrower main screen was developed following extensive research to offer natural and comfortable one-handed use.

PHANTOM V Flip 5G’s elegant Mystic Dawn and Iconic Black colors.

Reimagining Cover Screen Style and Convenience

PHANTOM V Flip 5G reimagines comfortable use and delightful design with its unique “The Planet” Personalized Versatile Cover Screen. The circular, centrally positioned 1.32-inch AMOLED screen has been meticulously designed for easy one-thumb control, with convenient swiping from every angle.

PHANTOM V Flip 5G’s circular cover screen makes life more convenient than ever.

The 352ppi screen lets users create fun displays that work for their own needs, with customizable wallpapers, Tmojis, 3D interactive virtual pets, and more. With just the swipe of a thumb, users can access their camera for easy Swipe Shots, play music, and quickly reply to messages. Making things even easier, the screen features customizable Smart Widgets, including the weather forecast, vitality rings, timer, sound recording, agenda, stopwatch, and alarms, so users don’t even need to open their phones to stay up to date.

Besides the cover screen, PHANTOM V Flip 5G flips open to reveal an ultra-big 6.9-inch FHD+ 2640x1080 main screen. The supremely flat, crease-less display delivers a captivating experience thanks to TECNO’s self-design drop-shaped hinge and a thinner, lighter screen. Meanwhile, a 10-120Hz LTPO refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling (single and double finger) allow awesome fluidity with lower power consumption.

Charge in a Flash, Go All Day

There’s nothing fashionable about running out of charge. That’s why the PHANTOM V Flip 5G is equipped with a 4000mAh Super Battery, so users can show their style all day long without worrying about a dead battery. When the device does need a boost, 45W Flash Charging means it won’t need long to be back to full power. In fact, 15 minutes of charging is enough to reach 50%, and just 45 minutes is all that’s needed for a full recharge.

45W Flash Charging lets users power up in a flash.

Powerful Flip Phone Performance

Ensuring PHANTOM V Flip 5G delivers substance as well as style is a powerful triathlon of features. First is the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8050 5G chip which delivers cutting-edge performance with excellent energy efficiency. The 6nm TSMC chip lets users enjoy superbly smooth operation that glides seamlessly between windows.

Second, the device boasts an 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM memory to easily meet the needs of users’ long-term daily use while reducing lagging issues. Extended Memory (which supports memory expansion of up to 8GB), Memory Anti-Aging, and Memory Slimming allow users to further optimize the device’s performance in line with their memory needs.

The First Device Equipped with HiOS 13.5

PHANTOM V Flip 5G is TECNO’s first device to feature the new HiOS 13.5 operating system, an optimized OS based on Google’s Android 13. HiOS 13.5 lets users make the most of all of the benefits of a flip smartphone, from image-making and editing to hovering video calls and useful Smart Widgets. The system also boasts intelligent features such as the ELLAGPT personal assistant, as well as beefed-up security to give users greater peace of mind.

Unbeatable discounts, awesome freebies during the pre-launch sale

The PHANTOM V Flip 5G is the first foldable smartphone priced below PhP30,000 in the Philippine market at only PhP29,999. The aesthetic, groundbreaking foldable device will be officially launched on November 09 exclusive on Shopee, and will be available on all online and offline platform starting November 18 with Iconic Black and Mystic Dawn colors.

From 11.09 to 11.11, take advantage of its pre-launch sale exclusively on TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee and get up to PhP6,000 discount, which means you can get the Flip phones at PhP23,999, a free PHANTOM Watch. Customers may also avail of the buy now pay later promo – up to 12 months interest-free, for as low as PhP1,999 per month.

From 11.12 to 11.17, pre-order the PHANTOM V Flip 5G offline at select TECNO concept stores and enjoy a PhP2,000 discount on the official price, get a free TECNO customized portable vacuum worth PhP2,000, and avail of the buy now and pay later promo. Preorder is available in the following stores: SM Tanza, SM Mall of Asia, SM San Jose Del Monte, SM Fairview, SM Bacoor, One Mall Ayala, SM Consolacion, SM Makati, Gaisano Grand Carcar and Robinsons Galleria South San Pedro.

Barangay LS 97.1 disc jock Papa Obet is back with his latest single “Paano ang Pasko,” a sad Christmas song that reflects on the difficulty of celebrating the holiday without loved ones. The song is set to be released this November 10, under GMA Music, on digital platforms worldwide.

“It’s for people who need companionship this Christmas, especially those in faraway places. The song conveys the difficulty of celebrating Christmas without our loved ones. It’s the time of the year when we’re supposed to be surrounded by the people we love, but for some people, that’s not the case,” said Papa Obet.

The song’s melody and lyrics will surely resonate with listeners especially those experiencing loss and longing.

“I believe that sad songs have a stronger impact. Music is more powerful when it evokes emotions. That’s why I created a sad Christmas song. For me, every time I hear a Christmas song. I am transported back to my childhood, when I was a kid with no problems, just receiving gifts, eating, and having fun. Christmas is so magical, I want to feel and relive that feeling. And that longing feeling is also what they will hear in this song,” shares Papa Obet.

Stay tuned for “Paano ang Pasko on November 10 on digital platforms worldwide.

For more information, visit www.gmanetwork.com