Create a special bonding moment with the family with El Real Pasta this Mother’s Day.

Mother’s Day doesn’t have to be grand to be meaningful. Often, it’s the simplest moments, shared meals, easy conversations, and time spent together at home that moms remember most.

This year, families can celebrate in ways that feel warm and thoughtful. With a few everyday favorites, even the most low-key plans can turn into something special.

Here are three easy ways to make Mother’s Day more meaningful:

Share a Home-Cooked Meal That Brings Everyone Together

 Enjoy an easy and delicious pasta dish at home with El Real Pasta in celebration of Mother’s Day.

There’s something comforting about gathering around the table to share a homemade meal. This Mother’s Day, take the time to cook for mom, or better yet, prepare and cook a simple dish together. Make a household favorite pasta dish featuring El Real Pasta and feast with the family to turn the experience into one that everyone will remember.

Turn Everyday Merienda into Quality Time

  Surprise your mom by gifting them with some of favorite URC classics like Chippy, Cream-O and Nips.

A relaxed merienda, with no agenda, just good company and some sweet treats can make family bonding time more memorable. Spending quality time with loved ones is a treat in itself, especially with Jack ‘n Jill’s delightful and easy-to-share snacks that’s perfect for all ages. Sharing timeless favorites like Cream-O, Chippy, and Nips for a lighthearted break together can make the moment even more special.

Make Shared Moments Feel Complete with Something to Pass Around

Whether it’s lunch, merienda, or a simple salu-salo, there’s something about sharing that can make moments fulfilling. Sharing a refreshing bottle of C2 Cool and Clean Litro adds to that sense of togetherness, making it easier to slow down and simply enjoy each other’s company, one sip at a time.

At the end of the day, Mother’s Day is about showing appreciation in ways that feel genuine. It’s not about planning the perfect celebration, rather it’s about being present, sharing delightful food, laughter, and time with the family.

This Mother’s Day, everything you need to create these simple, meaningful moments—from pantry staples to shareable URC favorites—are available at your nearest supermarkets and convenience stores.

 Enjoy and share a sweet treat from Cream-O this Mother’s Day with Cream-O Dark Chocolate.

Universal Robina Corporation (URC), a Filipino food and beverage company, and maker of several iconic and well-loved brands such as Great Taste Coffee, C2 Cool and Clean, Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Maxx Candy, and Cream-O. To learn more about URC, visit its website (www.urc.com.ph), Facebook page (@URCPhilippines) and TikTok account (@URCPhilippines).
 





 

Grab a delicious recharging URC snack for a quick pick me up.

Busy days at work often mean jumping from one meeting to another and racing through deadlines. On days like these, it helps to have your own snack stash within reach—your trusty office drawer essentials that help you stay focused, feel energized, and ready for anything the workday throws your way.

Because let’s face it: hunger can strike anytime. And when it does, you’ll want something quick, satisfying, and delicious. The right snacks (and drinks!) don’t just help curb hunger—they make those in-between moments at work a little more enjoyable and convenient.

Here are some snacks to fill your office drawer with:

Magic Creams Choco

A familiar favorite for breaktime. Whether you’re taking a quick pause between tasks or enjoying a well-earned break, Magic Creams Choco offers a crunchy and creamy treat that makes breaktime more satisfying.

Mang Juan

Craving a bold, crunchy snack? Mang Juan’s big flavors and satisfying crunch make it a standout choice for your office drawer—especially when the 3PM slump hits and you’re looking for something exciting to snack on.

 Enjoy your snack breaks with your favorite recharging URC snack.

Cream-O

Sometimes, all you need is a sweet “me-time” moment. Cream-O cookies are perfect for destressing in between tasks—because even the busiest days deserve a chocolate break.

Wafrets

Compact, chocolatey, and easy to slip into your bag or drawer, Wafrets are great for when you’re craving a little something sweet but don’t have time to step away from your desk.

Presto Peanut Butter Sandwich

Hearty and satisfying, Presto gives you that peanut-buttery bite to tide you over until your next meal. It’s a quick fix for those long stretches between breakfast and lunch—or lunch and dinner.

Cloud 9

Got one more task before clocking out? Take a well-deserved pause with a Cloud 9 bar. With its satisfying blend of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts, it’s a simple treat that lets you slow down, savor the moment, and recharge before getting back to your day.

Great Taste Choco

For coffee lovers who enjoy a hint of chocolate, this instant powdered mix is a must-have. Just add hot water and enjoy a smooth, creamy cup where rich coffee meets comforting cocoa—kape na chinoco—perfect for easing into the day or keeping you company during late-night deadlines.

Your Snack Survival Kit

Long workdays, unexpected overtime, or last-minute brainstorming sessions? You’ll always be ready if your office drawer is stocked with your favorite URC snacks and drinks. Build your own “snack survival kit” today—and make every workday a little lighter, happier, and more delicious!

Universal Robina Corporation (URC) produces iconic brands such as Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Cloud 9, Maxx candy, Cream-O, Payless, C2 Cool and Clean, and Great Taste coffee, which have been part of Filipinos’ lives for decades. The newest addition to Dewberry – Dewberry Yogurt Cake brings a balanced sweetness and fruity flavor for a delightful snacking moment. To learn more about URC, visit its website (www.urc.com.ph), Facebook page (@URCPhilippines) and TikTok account (@URCPhilippines).

Between holiday shopping, last-minute get-togethers, and the nonstop playlist of Christmas tunes, the days can start to blur in the best way possible. Good thing there’s always time for little pockets of comfort—the kind that can come from your favorite snacks. Whether it’s the cool morning breeze, a rainy afternoon, or a chill night in, these small moments call for big flavors and cozy bites that make the season extra satisfying.

This is your cue to grab your favorite snack pairings—sweet and savory duos that match every Ber month mood. Here’s how some well-loved goodies from Universal Robina Corporation (URC) can keep you company through the rush and make every bite feel like home.

For rainy afternoons: Warm and hearty with a crunchy twist

When the skies turn gray and the rain begins to pour, a cup of steaming Nissin Cup Noodles hits the spot. Its flavorful broth and soft noodles bring warmth and comfort in every sip. Pair it with a bag of Nova or Vcut for that extra crunch—because nothing beats the combo of hearty noodles and a satisfying, savory sidekick.

For movie nights or family bonding: Sweet meets savory

Nothing says cozy bonding time like a good movie and a snack spread to match. Enjoy the gooey caramel and chocolate goodness of Cloud 9 for a satisfying sweet treat. Then balance it out with Granny Goose Tortillos—a savory, crunchy contrast that keeps everyone reaching for more. It’s the kind of pairing that makes family nights twice as fun.

For afternoon merienda or study breaks: Flavorful comfort food

When you need something to power through a busy afternoon or to keep you company during study time, go for a hearty mix. A comforting bowl of Payless Instant Mami delivers the warmth and satisfaction of a home-cooked merienda, while a pack of Presto Peanut Butter Sandwich adds a nutty sweetness that hits the spot. It’s a duo that can fill you up—both body and mind.

The perfect finish: sweet, creamy, and refreshingly cool

After dinner, indulge in the sweet and chocolatey goodness of Cream-O cookies—just enough to satisfy your dessert cravings. Then top it off with a Maxx candy for that cool, fruity-fresh finish that leaves you refreshed and ready to unwind.

Whether it’s slurping noodles on a rainy afternoon, pairing sweet and savory treats for a cozy movie night, or savoring a fruity-fresh candy after dinner, these simple snack rituals can bring warmth and joy to every day during the hectic season leading up to the busy holidays.

One of Asia’s leading financial publication, Asiamoney has, for a third year in a row, named Universal Robina Corp. (URC) as the Philippines’ most outstanding company in the consumer staples sector in its Asia’s Outstanding Poll 2023

Asiamoney handed the award to URC, one of the Philippines’ largest food manufacturers, after an exhaustive survey of the region’s top capital movers and financial experts.

URC president and CEO Irwin Lee said clinching the award three times in a row "serves as a validation of the quality of our product, and a testament to the unyielding trust and confidence that our valued customers have in us”.

“It is also a recognition of the remarkable dedication shown by our workforce, and a reaffirmation of the overall excellence that defines our company,” he added.

Asiamoney is a top source of news, commentaries and data services for international capital markets.

The 2023 Asia’s Outstanding Company Poll covered over 1,225 fund managers, analysts, bankers and ratings agencies. In total, 7,653 votes were received for publicly listed companies across 13 markets in Asia.

The results recognized 194 companies as being the most outstanding in their respective sectors and markets.

The poll was designed to acknowledge listed firms that have excelled in areas such as financial performance, management team excellence, investor relations and corporate social responsibility.

Lee thanked the diverse group of fund managers, analysts, bankers, and ratings agencies who participated in the voting.

“We are also grateful to all our stakeholders - employees, suppliers, customers, and consumers - whose unwavering support and dedication have been instrumental in our resilience during the recent challenging years," he added.

Lee said the latest award reinforces URC’s commitment to becoming the "foremost sustainable food and beverage enterprise from the Philippines, that delight consumers around the world with good food choices".

URC produces iconic brands such as Great Taste, C2 Cool & Clean, Piattos, 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.


Asiamoney, one of Asia’s leading financial publications has, for a third year in a row, named Universal Robina Corp. (URC) as the Philippines’ most outstanding company in the consumer staples sector in its Asia’s Outstanding Companies Poll. URC produces popular food and beverage brands such as Cream-O cookies, which are widely available in the region.

For Filipino families, merienda is a tradition typically enjoyed twice a day, either between breakfast and lunch, and between lunch and dinner. But beyond this, it’s also as good a time as any to catch up and bond over light and easy-to-prepare delicious food.

Add a twist to your family’s usual merienda to make them more fun and exciting. Here are five activities worth a try:

Do the no-phone tower challenge

Distractions can occur during merienda time, so one way to avoid them is by setting aside phones and tablets during merienda. Of course, rules are no fun, so turn it into a challenge instead. Do this by stacking all of your phones at the center of the table. The challenge is this: the first one to get their phone from the tower gets a penalty, like cleaning up after merienda.

Play games

What is merienda without yummy snacks? Use your family’s favorite snacks as part of the games that you could play. Two games come to mind: Build-a-House and Face-the-Cookie.

For Build-a-House, simply challenge everyone to build a house using Magic Creams crackers and Wafrets. Let your family’s creative juices flow in this game. Meanwhile, for Face-the-Cookie, each family member will place a Cream-O or Presto cookie on their forehead and race to move the cookie to their mouth using only their facial muscles.

The winner gets a prize, of course, like a free pass for washing the dishes after dinner.

Make merienda kebabs and sandwiches

If most of your family members have a sweet tooth, this is the perfect surprise you can do for them: dessert kebabs! Kebabs are typically pieces of meat and tomatoes and bell peppers on a skewer. For your merienda time, put Dewberry biscuits in sticks, together with cubed watermelon and apple, or maybe even marshmallows, to keep a perfectly balanced taste.

You could also treat your family to a delightfully sweet clubhouse sandwich. This type of sandwich often includes bread, with either bacon or ham, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise in between. But as desserts, use Jack ‘N Jill’s Quake Overload as the bread and Strawberry or Milky Knots as fillings. Keep them secure using toothpicks to complete the “clubhouse” look.

Try pre-merienda games

One of the common questions during family merienda time is who gets to prepare the food. Instead of pointing fingers, try playing Pinoy childhood games like Jack en Poy (Rock, Paper, Scissors). Ten rounds of Jack en Poy should be enough. The winner can be the one to choose the snacks for merienda, which the loser will have to prepare.

Give “Potluck Day” a chance

Filipino family reunions are often tied to the potluck habit. So for merienda time, think of it as a mini reunion with your loved ones every day, where you gather to eat your favorite snacks, relax, and take a break from work or school at home. This is also your chance to bring to the table your favorite Pinoy snacks, like Jack ‘N Jill Biscuits and Cakes.

Merienda time is like your family’s “glue”. It’s these times spent together when you connect and bond even closer. Give any of these activities a try, or create a unique one yourselves. They don’t have to be complicated.

What matters is that everyone enjoys their favorite snacks with their favorite people, making funny, sweet, and lasting memories, together. Stock up on your family’s Jack N’ Jill Snacktime Favorites – Magic, Cream-O, Presto, Dewberry, Knots, Wafrets, and Quake Overload, available at your nearest supermarket, sari-sari store, and online.

Those with a hankering for their awesome treats from Universal Robina Corporation (URC) can now satisfy their cravings more easily, as they are now available online through Lazada.

URC, one of the biggest food and beverage makers in the country, has recently opened its official store in Lazada’s LazMall. Piattos, Nova, Cream-O cookies, Cloud 9 chocolate, Nissin Cup Noodles, Great Taste Coffee, C2 drinks, Maxx candies and other snack, candy, biscuit, chocolate, and beverage favorites can be purchased easily in just a few clicks.

To order, simply use the Lazada mobile app or visit its website, enter the LazMall channel, search for URC products, and add them to a virtual basket. Upon checkout, customers can opt to pay cash on delivery or use credit/debit cards—allowing for convenient and safe ways to satisfy food and drink cravings, all from the comfort of their homes.

To fast-track the process, simply head to www.lazada.com.ph/shop/universal-robina/ to get your stash of your favorite snacks today.

Learn more about URC by visiting www.urc.com.ph.

When you see the logo of Jack 'n Jill you'll definitely know its fun and even more exciting if it's a Cream-O. This summer Jack 'n Jill will feed you summer with fun and exciting activity at another Cream-O Flix Fest.
 Celebrating its third year, Cream-O Flix Fest once again invites all Cream-Oholics to another exciting outdoor cinema experience. Themed “Collect Happiness”, Cream-O Flix Fest will celebrate a common love for movies, playing games, and eating their favorite chocolate cookies on April 6, 2019, at the Quezon Memorial Circle, from 3pm onwards. The event is free and open to the public.

A lineup of blockbuster movies presented by Cream-O awaits attendees in the outdoor movie marathon. Join the adventures of Marvel Comics’ mutants in X-Men Apocalypse; follow the comedic antics of beloved Po in Kung Fu Panda 3; and sing-along to the songs of The Greatest Showman.

Cream-O goes all-out in bringing next level fun to this unique one-of-a-kind event. Aside from the film showing, live music performances and raffle giveaways, there are activity booths that will surely make everyone’s experience more awesome and memorable. Take a photo with friends and family in the colorful Cream-O-OOTD booth, challenge your movie knowledge in the Cream-O Movie Combo, unleash your creativity in the Happiness Studio, and test your luck in the Pachink-O and Tic-Tac-O game.

Not to be missed is Cream-Ofied Creations, a crowd-favorite activity where everyone can customize their own Cream-O in four easy steps: (1) choose a Cream-O cookie variant, (2) dip it in chocolate, jam, or peanut butter (3) sprinkle your choice of toppings and (4) drizzle with your favorite kind of syrup.

Spread the excitement with your friends and family using #CreamOholics and #CreamOFlixFest2019 and get ready to collect happiness with your favorite Cream-O cookies. Follow Cream-O on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at “/creamoholicsph” for latest updates.

 
Family bonding is a must! Yes and it is truly yes, it is a time for you to enjoy the company of your kids and your hubby. Right now, we, parents are so busy with work and other stuff while kids are busy in school. So it is really hard giving time to each other but of course we need to have it, it is one of those moments where we treasure memories.
Unfortunately, as much as we wanted to be with the kids this particular time is our "We-time", for me and my hubby. So basically our attended event which is the Cream-O Flix Fest is an event where we spent some time together, you need to give time also to your partner because most of the time our bonding moment is always with our kids.

These are some of the highlight that happened during Cream-O Flix Fest;
CreamOholics enjoyed a unique bonding experience as Cream-O hosted an afternoon of outdoor movie watching and cookie munching with the Cream-O Flix Fest, held recently at the Quezon City Memorial Circle.

It's a Family Movie Marathon
The Cream-O Flix Fest kept everyone entertained throughout the exciting day with three movies in a row. Kids and kids-at-heart watched "Minions" while teens sang their heart out with "Pitch Perfect 1". Capping off Cream-O's first-ever outdoor movie marathon event was the well -loved romantic-comedy "50 First Dates".
More than watching the family-oriented flicks, CreamOholics indulged in their favorite Cream-O cookies and even made their own personalized cookies in the "Cream-Ofied Creations" booth.

Personalize your Cream-O

The Cream-Ofied Creations booth let Creamoholics jazz-up their well-loved cookies in four easy steps: choose, dip, sprinkle, and drizzle. First, they chose their favorite Cream-O Variant (Vanilla, Choco Fudge, Deluxe, Crinkles, Chocolate Chip, Cookies 'n Cram and Choco 'n Berries and dipped it in rich chocolate (milk, dark or white), peanut butter or whipped cream. They added extra color, texture and flavor to their creations with a wide variety of toppings, and even drizzled onsome delicious chocolate, caramel or strawberry syrup.
Aside from the flicks, guests participated in other fun activities, such as the "Unlock the Popcorn Stash" and "Guess the Movie" trivia game. They also captured moments and personalized their images through the "I Love Cream-O" photo booth. Furthering the excitement were live acoustic band performances and raffle draws, where lucky winners won Fujifilm Instax mini cameras and Robinsons Gift Certificates.
Since it was a weekend event, most families presents have their families with them for a bonding moment while munching those sweet varieties of Cream-O. I personally like the Cream-O Chocolate Chip Cookies while my kids love the Choco 'n Berries, my hubby loves the Choco Fudge.
Remember that our family does a movie night every weekend, so when we went home kids are already waiting for us to set up the TV and the movie. This time we have the Cream-Os with us. Aside from our usual crackers and chips we now have a cream-o party and we're enjoying it with our kids.

So for the moms out there, our followers, our supporters or you just simply saw our blog, better try this varieties of Cream-O and I really would say that your kids won't have any biscuit/cookies fatigue. They'll surely love the Cream-O and feel the #HappinessofCreamOholics.
Get the latest from Cream-O facebook, twitter and Instagram at "creamoholicsph". Join the conversation online by using the hashtags: #HappinessofCreamOholics and #CreamOFlixFest. Enjoy!

A new flavor to enjoy and go crazy about, a new combination of great chocolate cookie with coffee cream filling. If you're one of those who go hungry and crave for indulgent chocolate and the taste and aroma of coffee almost everyday, then worry no more because here's a snack for you to treat yourself and ease that craving, it's the new creamy filling of Cream-O Caffe Latte. This is Jack 'n Jill's treat a combination of two flavors on this newest variant of Cream-O cookies.

Good news to all moms out there! Here’s a new offering from Universal Robina Corporation and it’s great for the creamoholic Moms and kids, it’s a Cream-O delightful Brownie Crunch. Mommies on the go are sure in for this new treat, it’s another kind of snack (baon) for the kids. With its two variants kids will be picking one or both for their snack.

As for my kids, Cream-O isn’t new to them but this new treat is definitely a delight for them. I usually buy Cream-O biscuits for their snacks and they love it very much that our supplies only last for a week or so and now that they have new choice to pick who knows how long it will last. My kids will enjoy this new kind of chips, especially its uniquely crisp and exciting chocolate indulgence on the Jack ‘n Jill Cream-O Brownie Crunch.

Admittedly for mommies like me there are times that we couldn’t think of any new snacks for the kids that sometimes our kids will just say “Yan na naman” (is that again). Sometimes they suffer from snack fatigue because of the usual snacks that we offer to them and of course are present in the market. Now, with this latest innovation from Universal Robina Corporation (URC), kids will always watch out for snack time as they take traditional chocolate brownies on different level. Cream-Oholics can sink their teeth in rich and crunch chocolate brownie crisps that come in two equally delectable variants – Peanut Thins and Choco Chips.
For those who have a palate for the delicately sweet, there’s Cream-O Brownie Crunch Choco Chips, brownie crisps made exciting with chocolate chips. It’s really crispy and the kids will enjoy it as well as mommy like me, I will definitely bring it also in my office as my snack as well. Chocolate is the favorite of most kids, so they will love this variant.

For the peanut lovers, Cream-O Brownie Crunch Peanut Thins, is perfect for those who want a nutty twist in their brownie crisps.You may indulge your peanut craving with this new treat.
Cream-O Brownie Crunch comes in re-sealable packages, great for chocolate cravings on the go. Seize this sweet snacking experience that will keep you satisfied with chocolate goodness anywhere, at any time, now available in leading supermarkets and groceries nationwide.

So mommies and daddies of course, this will be in addition to your list of snacks for the kids. Try it and share your experience here with the new Cream-O Brownie Crunch.