Bea Alonzo as the newest ambassador of Birch Tree Adult Boost.

Multi-awarded actress Bea Alonzo proudly shares how she keeps her tip-top health and shape in her strongest years with Birch Tree Adult Boost, the flagship milk brand of Century Pacific Food Inc., and the trusted adult milk brand in the Philippines. With a busy and active lifestyle that includes indulging in sports and frequent travels, Bea recognizes the importance of having nutritional support to keep up with everything she enjoys.

“Staying strong and healthy isn’t just a goal; it is a way of life. Drinking the right milk gives me the nutrients that I need to stay strong, healthy, and at my best every day. Gladly, there is Birch Tree Adult Boost milk that can give me the right nutrition,” said Bea Alonzo.

Milk plays an important role at every stage of life as the body evolves over time. Children need it for growth and development, teens rely on it for bone health and cognition, while adults need it for bone strength and immunity. Adults, specifically, require extra vitamins and nutrients for sustenance, which is why Birch Tree Adult Boost is specially formulated to provide that support.

Birch Tree Adult Boost has the Active Tri-Boost formula that supports overall wellness in adults by providing support nutrients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin D, B-vitamins, Iron, and Zinc. These nutrients help to strengthen immunity, sustain energy, and heighten brain function. Perfect for adults who want to remain healthy and energetic just like Bea. 

Bea Alonzo enjoyed a skiing adventure in her Andorra trip, showcasing her passion for active living.

“As I turn 38 this October, I become even more mindful of my health and my body, and I like challenging myself with different ways to maintain good health,” Bea shared. “I like doing workouts like push-ups, squats, planks, and other sporty activities, then I balance it with proper nutrition. Birch Tree Adult Boost gives me that extra support so I can keep up with my busy lifestyle,” she added.

As an award-winning actress and entrepreneur, Bea has built a strong reputation both in entertainment and in business. With her passion for travel and discovering new experiences, she proves that life gets better as we reach our peak years. “We wanted to highlight how milk isn’t just for kids, it’s just as important for adults who want to stay strong, energized, and overall healthy. That’s why we partnered with Bea Alonzo for Birch Tree Adult Boost. She embodies the idea that age is not a limit, you can be at your best at every stage of your life,” shared Greg Banzon, Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer of Century Pacific Food, Inc.

Watch the latest commercial of Birch Tree Adult Boost featuring Bea Alonzo here:
https://bit.ly/BeaAlonzoBTAB.

For more information, please visit https://www.birchtree.com.ph/ or follow Birch Tree on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BirchTreeAdultBoost or @birchtreeadultboost on Instagram for more updates.

 

Craving for some mouthwatering seafood? How about freshly brewed coffee, ready to go? This month, it’s all about what you want—check out these newly opened food and beverage spots heading your way.

You have all the reasons to make life more rewarding with these new firsts. From indulgent dining to quick coffee breaks, you deserve nothing but the best to satisfy your cravings.

Have a truly fulfilling day and give yourself limitless possibilities to live the good life with SM Supermalls—right here in Cagayan de Oro City.

Milksha, Taiwan’s beloved milk tea brand, proudly opens its first-ever concept store in the Philippines!

Get ready for a delightful sip filled with pure, fresh, and natural milk tea creations made with the finest ingredients. Officially opening its doors at SM North EDSA, the Milksha concept store is inviting even more Filipinos to experience its fresh and most flavorful milk tea straight from Taiwan.  

Milksha has become a global sensation, celebrated for its commitment to quality and its dedication to crafting pure, fresh, and natural beverages. Each drink is hand-made with care–from the finest tea leaves to freshly made chewy honey pearls–to create a symphony of textures and flavors. By using only real ingredients and no powders, Milksha delivers a velvety creaminess and the bold, full-bodied taste of authentic tea, satisfying cravings and delighting taste buds with every sip.

Fresh. Pure. Authentic.

Milksha’s secret to success? It’s the flavors enhanced by special ingredients, ingredient by ingredient. The menu is a celebration of everything that makes milk tea special, with drinks that highlight Milksha’s commitment to fresh, real ingredients. Some must-try favorites include:

●Signature 3Q Milk Tea – A bestseller layered with a trio of honey pearls, grass jelly, and pudding for the ultimate texture-filled sip.
●Strawberry Coulis Milk – A creamy milk drink swirled with generous portions of real strawberries, offering a fruity and delightful twist that fans can’t stop raving about.
●Jasmine Green Tea with Cloudy Cream – A hot, light, and fragrant tea crowned with Milksha’s velvety cream topping for a perfect balance of flavors.

Each cup is brewed for the perfect balance, packed with flavor, and designed to make your taste buds dance. Whether you’re looking for something refreshing, indulgent, or entirely unique, Milksha’s offerings promise to deliver.

Milksha’s menu now boasts over 30 drinks, offering something for every mood and moment. The expanded selection includes exciting new creations alongside classic favorites, ensuring that everyone can find their next go-to beverage. 

Made to Savor, Made to Share

Whether grabbing a quick pick-me-up with friends, taking a break from shopping, or simply treating yourself to something special, Milksha’s first concept store at SM North EDSA, City Center, Level 2 offers a space where every visit becomes a moment to remember.

With its focus on real ingredients and innovative flavors, Milksha is set to become a must-visit destination for milk tea lovers in the heart of Quezon City.

Discover more sweet treats and exciting brands at SM Supermalls, the home of firsts, by visiting www.smsupermalls.com or following @smsupermalls on social media.

Another interesting news from NutriAsia. 

Filipinos looking for their favorite NutriAsia pantry essentials while also staying eco-friendly are in for a treat, as NutriAsia officially reopened their Bring Your Own Bote (BYOB) store at the Mind Museum in Bonifacio Global City on August 24, 2020.

In line with the needs of the new normal, NutriAsia modified and improved their popular refill service to ensure customers are safe and healthy.

Here’s how customers can refill at the BYOB store:
1. Customers will order their desired NutriAsia products by filling out an online order and waiver form.
2. Once completed, they will receive a confirmation via e-mail which they need to show at the store.
3. Once they show the confirmation e-mail, their clean and dry bottles will be sterilized, refilled, and weighed.
4. After weighing, they can pay for their purchase online via GCash or BPI.

On top of the refilling service, customers without available reusable bottles can also buy a new 500 ml glass bottle for P20, which is sterilized beforehand ready to be refilled with their favorite NutriAsia products.

With the reopening of the BYOB store, Filipinos can continue to enjoy their #MasarapMasaya meals while helping the earth and building a sustainable zero-waste community, one refill at a time.

To place an order at the BYOB store, simply visit https://cdn.jotfor.ms/nai.byob/orderform or scan the QR code below, and fill out the forms. For more information on the BYOB store and NutriAsia products, follow NutriAsia on Facebook at facebook.com/NutriAsia.Inc.

Keeping it eco-friendly and safe: The BYOB Store at the Mind Museum in BGC reopens with stricter health and safety protocols to ensure the well-being of both its staff and customers.

Floor markers are located outside the BYOB store to ensure customers observe social distancing. In addition, an alcohol dispenser has been placed in front of the store.

Customers may get their favorite NutriAsia refills either by bringing their own bottles or purchasing new 500ml glass bottles from the BYOB store.

New normal: BYOB personnel now wear a PPE, mask, face shield and a hair cap (left photo). Meanwhile, all bottles undergo sterilization before getting refilled (right photo).

Stay cozy and level up your hot cocoa game with these easy-to-make Swiss Miss chocolate drink recipes.

Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa

Who says peanut butter only goes well on bread? Pour a sachet of Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate into a mug. Add 180 ml hot water to dissolve the cocoa mix. Add a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter, and gradually stir until well-mixed. Top off with whipped cream.

Caramel Hot Cocoa

Simply adding caramel to your drink can give it a different burst of sweetness. Make your caramel hot cocoa by pouring milk into a mug and heating it in the microwave until it’s hot. Add in half a teaspoon of caramel syrup and stir until fully dissolved. Pour in a sachet of Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel.

Mocha Hot Cocoa

Savor the perfect blend of chocolate and coffee by making your own cup of chocolate mocha. Just dissolve a sachet of Swiss Miss Chocolate Hazelnut into a mug of warm milk. Add two teaspoons of instant coffee granules and stir until completely dissolved. For added flavor, you can top this top off with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Strawberry Hot Cocoa

Strawberries and chocolate are a perfect pair. Having both in one drink? Heaven. To prepare, heat a glass of strawberry milk in the microwave until hot. Stir in a sachet of Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate until well-blended. Top off with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder. You may even add strawberry bits to level-up your drink.

Mallow-loaded Hot Cocoa

If you’re a fan of marshmallows, this can also go well with your chocolate drink! Start by mixing Swiss Miss Choco Milk Blends with a warm cup of milk. This Swiss Miss variant comes with marshmallows that you can mix in the drink and even use as toppings. You can even add more mallows and top this drink off with whipped cream. You can also coarsely break a graham cracker into small pieces and generously sprinkle these on your drink.

Grab your stash of Swiss Miss and try these five different recipes that you share with every member of the family. You can even invite your buddies for a virtual chitchat session over some hot chocolate drinks or do a watch party with your favorite movies.

Swiss Miss comes in Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Marshmallow, Hazelnut and the new Choco Milk Blends variants. Check out more recipes and updates by Swiss Miss Philippines on Facebook.

Swiss Miss is a product of Universal Robina Corporation (URC), makers of well-loved Filipino goodies such as Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Cream-O, Cloud 9, Maxx, C2 Cool and Clean and Great Taste.

Milo is a staple drink in our family. Yah, since I was a child my mother served it to me every morning before I go to school. Now that I have kids, I usually bought Milo every time I do grocery.



We love Milo, right? as much as our kids. My eldest really love it drinking with ice, the iced milo, especially now that summer is here. While my youngest son, his usual drink is milo with  hot water and dips the bread into it and viola a milo with bread for breakfast.

Since its trending now, the Milo Dalgona, of course my son Gelo of Playfull Gelo, did the Milo Dalgona. He really enjoyed on making it as well as drinking on it. After we did the video on how to do Milo Dalgona with Playfull Gelo, I lost count on how many times we did Milo Dalgona for our merienda. Me, well I surely love it very much.


Here's the video on how to do Milo Dalgona with Playfull Gelo!


So Mommies, you can do it also with your kids as part of your bonding moment just like us, especially now that we are still experiencing ECQ or Enhanced Community Quarantine. Enjoy doing it!

To carry on their century of accomplishments, innovations, and experiences, Serenitea continuously creates products that are more and more exciting while keeping its quality at its peak.

From their pioneer branch in San Juan, Serenitea quickly branched out to more than 50stores nationwide. In celebration of Serenitea’s 10th year in the beverage industry on December 19, 2018, they present another series of drinks that is not only indulgent but also new to the taste buds of its customers because of the extra creaminess and extra unique flavors of the new variants. The Frost Temptation Series is composed of three flavors: Matcha Frost, Cheese Frost and Durian Frost.

The Matcha Frost is made from Green Tea powder infused in milk and cream and is best paired with any chocolate drinks and Matcha concoctions just like the Cocoa with Matcha Frost. It is a rich and sweet chocolate beverage topped with creamy frost with a distinct matcha flavor.

The Cheese Frost is made from cheese powder infused in milk and cream best paired with any of the milk teas, chocolate drinks and Matcha concoctions just like the Taro Lover with Cheese Frost. It is a silky taro drink topped with cream frost that’s mildly cheesy salty.

Lastly, the Durian Frost is is made from Durian mix infused in blended milk and cream and is best paired with freshly brewed green tea or any of the espresso based drinks just like the Matcha Latte with Durian Frost. It is milky matcha green tea topped with creamy frost with the exotic flavor of Durian.

For those who are always on the lookout to try new flavors of refreshments, then the Frost Temptation Series should be on top of your list! The flavorful texture of the frost makes the Serenitea’s drinks standout all the more, being the perfect choice for those who are not afraid to show a little extra!

For the past ten years, Serenitea continues to surprise its customers and fans with its new and refreshing beverages. Although some favorites have come and gone, the country’s most popular milk tea chain’s vast offerings will continue to entice milk tea lovers and foodies from all walks of life.

Stay updated with Serenitea’s promos and other news by visiting their social media accounts: Website: http://iloveserenitea.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/iloveserenitea/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/iloveserenitea/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/iloveserenitea/

Coffee lovers, rejoice! Jollibee has got exciting announcements for your caffeine fix: the improved Premium Brewed Coffee and the all-new Coffee Mocha Float!

Kickstart the day with a delicious blend of premium coffee beans

There’s nothing better to kickstart a busy morning than a steaming cup of joe that smells and tastes just right.

Jollibee’s new and improved brewed coffee is the ideal partner for any Jolly breakfast favorite, the new brewed coffee boasts of leveled-up flavor and strength to get your day started with a satisfied smile.

Each cup of Jollibee’s brewed coffee is now made with high-quality premium beans for a stronger, full-bodied taste and richer, roasted aroma, in every sip.

The new Premium Brew from Jollibee is great to enjoy in multiple ways: with your Jolly breakfast faves, on its own, strong and black, or with your ideal amount of creamer and sugar.

Enjoy it for only P30.00* (Solo)! Available in the mornings for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru in all branches nationwide.

A deliciously cool pick-me-up
When it’s time for another coffee concoction to lift your energy as the day goes on, and Jollibee has just the coolest treat: the new Coffee Mocha Float!

This new iced beverage offers a delicious combination of rich milk chocolate and creamy coffee for twice the indulgence. Sip your way to a mood lift with the cool, creamy, and chocolatey beverage that goes perfectly well with the snacks and meals that you have always loved.

Take the coolness and creaminess of the Coffee Mocha Float to the next level with an optional soft-serve ice cream topping! The Coffee Mocha Float is available for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru in all Jollibee branches all day for only P55.00*.

“The kind of coffee that you have in the morning, afternoon, or after meals can definitely help shape your entire day,” said Kay Segismundo, Jollibee Senior Marketing Manager for Complementary Products. “Coffee is such an important beverage for many Filipino diners who look for it throughout the day. We hope that our improved premium blend and new coffee mocha float are able to provide the energy boost Pinoys need while satisfying their sweet cravings.

For more information on Jollibee’s latest products and promos, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook and follow @Jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

*Prices may vary across different locations; delivery charge not included.

Summer feels is really here! And it is so hot that we think of so many ways just to get rid of the uneasy burning feeling. Some of us goes to the beach and enjoy the waves, and some does simple things like get a refreshing drink.
Gladly, Figaro got some refreshing and interesting drinks that can ease that burning hot feeling of the weather. You can even take a chill at one of their stores while enjoying these drinks. You and your friends or your family can also enjoy their drinks while having a chit chat. Or even if you don't have anyone to be with or you're simply love to enjoy being alone Figaro is just there to make you feel comfortable and relax.
If you're familiar with Figaro, I'm sure you know that there are plenty of drinks and foods to enjoy at their place. One of my favorites are their frappes that you can choose whether coffee-based or not. And since this mom does not love coffee very much, I go with their non-coffee based frappes. For my hubby who is fond of having coffee, the coffee-based frappes are for him.
So like I mentioned its a hot and burning weather, some good and refreshing drinks is a nice one to have. My hubby's list of must tries for him are the Macadamia, White Chocolate Frappe and the Caramel Frappe. Of course these are all coffee-based.

As for me, their non-coffee drinks which by the way are mostly fruit based drinks are some interesting drinks to have. Like the Wild Strawberry, Mixed Berries, Blueberry Forest and the Chocolate Frappe.

Okay here's our descriptions about these flavorful drinks from Figaro.
The Macadamia, is one interesting coffee-based drink because my husband thought that it was a nutty kind of a drink but it was not, though the kick of the coffee flavor did gets him doze off a little bit (by the way the effect of coffee to my hubby is the opposite).
The White Chocolate Frappe is a tasty chocolatey drink in white. My hubby enjoyed the bits of chocolates and the coffee flavor injected into it. Not too sweet and it is just right for your palate.
The Caramel Frappee, the creamy taste is their and the caramel flavor lets you enjoy it very much. The sweetness is controlled and the coffee flavor is just right.
The Wild Strawberry of which I always mistaken it for Wild Flower but anyway I love the taste very much, not too sweet but you can really taste the strawberry fruit. My eldest son loves strawberry and I do hope that he'll like this too. I will let him taste it the next time we visit Figaro.
Mixed Berries is another fruit based drinks that enjoyed in Figaro. It is really delicious. The combination of berries is superb. Imagine me finishing one (1) medium size of it in one seating.
The Blueberry Forest, who wouldn't love blueberries, I super love it. I really enjoyed drinking it and it really ease the summer feels.


Of course one of my super favorite, the Chocolate Frappe. Since day 1 that I've been in Figaro this is my love to the nth power. I always drink this at Figaro and I think that was since 2005 or 2006.
So mommies which one of these summer drinks is your favorite or wanting to taste? Why don't you try to bring your family and loved ones at Figaro for a bonding moment plus get refreshed this summer. Pick any or all of Figaro's Frappe drinks and enjoy it with some of their pastries too.

For more details, visit www.figarocoffee.com and like their official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/figarocoffeecompany. Follow (@figarocoffeehq on Twitter and @figarocoffee on Instagram.