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The leading music school in the country, Sounds Kradle recently held an event last November 27 at the Kayserburg Recital Hall. Students, teachers, and bloggers learned more about the school’s initiative that everyone deserves a chance to learn music whether you’re a kid or an adult.  Designed to inspire musicians of all ages and skill levels, Sounds Kradle aims to cultivate musical talent, provide top-tier instruments and top notch education to their students. With their mission to musical dreams through music education, quality pianos, and provision of performance spaces to amateur and professional Filipino musicians. Students have access to world-class music education programs online and onsite. The school offers a wide range of music and voice courses across various genres taught by professional, experienced instructors. Also, they will receive personalized instruction tailored to their individual goals, whether they are beginners, intermediate players, or aspiring professionals...

Goryeo, Okada Manila’s signature Korean restaurant, celebrates rich Korean culinary traditions through a masterfully crafted menu by Chef de Cuisine Hakjin Lee. In line with Okada Manila’s “Beyond Flavors, A Feast for the Soul” campaign, Goryeo’s dishes are designed to delight the senses and bring people together, highlighting the essence of what makes Korean cuisine a true feast for both body and spirit. Under Chef Hakjin’s expert guidance, Goryeo’s offerings honor Korean food’s delicate balance of flavors—rooted in the country’s diverse landscapes, from mountains to the sea. Each dish tells a story of connection and heritage, presenting not only the spice and heat for which Korean food is famed, but also layers of flavors from fresh vegetables, nourishing broths, and perfectly fermented items. As you share these hearty dishes, the opportunity to connect, celebrate, and create cherished memories with loved ones. Goryeo’s menu is a culinary love letter that deepens your appreciation fo...

Get ready for the thrilling realme Regional Wars: Honor of Kings Grand Finals happening on November 30 at the Campus PlayFest 2024. This highly anticipated event will determine the first-ever Honor of Kings Philippines champions. After a series of elimination rounds, including the Quarter Finals and Semi-Finals, the competition has narrowed down to the top two amateur teams in the country: Alpha and Eureka. They will compete in a high-stakes best-of-five match at Victoria Sports Tower in Quezon City. The grand champions will take home P50,000 cash plus P50,000 worth of realme products, while the first runner-ups will receive P25,000 worth of cash and an additional PHP 25,000 in products. The excitement doesn't stop there, as the grand finals will feature some of the country's top showcasters, namely OSX, Manjean, Butters, Osiris, and Autolose. These talents will bring the action to life with real-time, high-energy play-by-play commentary, ensuring every moment of the battle is ...

In a historic first for a Philippine company, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) on Saturday took over Dubai's Burj Khalifa with a "Fly to Happy, Fly to the Philippines" lights and sound display, celebrating the most iconic reasons to visit the Philippines in 2025. Projected onto the world's tallest building, the show captured the warmth and smiles of Filipinos, alongside the natural beauty of the Philippines, including the world-famous beaches of Boracay, Palawan, and Cebu, and breathtaking sites like Mayon Volcano in Legazpi, the Chocolate Hills in Bohol, and Mt. Apo in Davao. "We're proud to share a piece of home on such a grand stage," said Xander Lao, CEB President and Chief Commercial Officer. "This is a celebration of Philippine pride and an invitation for travelers to connect with the unique beauty, culture, and warmth that our country offers." Through this campaign, CEB aimed to invite travelers around the world to experience the wonders of the P...

Planning for your next trip before the year ends or for 2025? Homegrown hospitality brand Discovery hotels and resorts is ready to welcome you to experience its globally-renowned services and amenities at its award-winning properties around the Philippines! For Black Friday Sale and Cyber Monday Sale, enjoy up to 60% OFF on stays and experiences across the Philippines. My Discover Elite members have exclusive access to the sale from November 22 to December 6. Special rates will be made available to the public from November 29 to December 6, 2024. Serene Escapes at Discovery Resorts There’s always something new to discover amongst the Philippines’ 7,641 islands and there’s no better way to venture and immerse oneself than at Discovery Resorts properties that deliver world-class Filipino hospitality. Nestled on the pristine shoreline against the true blue seas of Boracay Island stands Discovery Boracay. Its home island is known for its spirited nightlife balanced with the tranquility of ...

Jungo Pinoy is giving Filipinos one of the best gifts we can get for the holidays – exciting entertainment you can stream for free! Created by Los Angeles-based media company Jungo TV who believes that top-quality entertainment should be accessible to everyone, Jungo Pinoy is making that vision into a reality by opening its full library of quality content for Pinoys to freely access on jungopinoy.com . Viewers can also stream anytime, anywhere on their mobile phones when they download the Jungo Pinoy app. With the streaming service announcing that yes, “Libre na Lahat!”, all the good stuff from its groundbreaking new sports network, K-fan favorite channel, to what’s touted to be the next soap opera obsession after the hit show Marimar, Jungo Pinoy is ready for viewers to enjoy its awesome, free-to-watch content. Live matches on the All Women’s Sports Network Jungo TV teamed up with EGOT winner, producer, and advocate for equality Whoopi Goldberg (her long list of blockbusters includes ...

 San Miguel Foods officially rang in the holiday season last October 29, 2024, at the San Miguel Foods Culinary Center in Pasig City with the exclusive Home Foodie Madalicious Christmas Kickoff. This influencers-only gathering, held at the creatively decorated Culinary Center, brought together over 40 influencers for an afternoon designed to spread festive cheer and build momentum for the San Miguel Foods Home Foodie platform as a top go-to recipe hub. The event featured a three-hour program filled with interactive activities that highlighted San Miguel Foods’ iconic brands and inspired social engagement. Attendees participated in games such as 4Pics & Words for product recall, as well as the Home Foodie Passport activity, where influencers completed promotional tasks for a chance to win prizes, including a smart digital oven, digital slow cooker, deep fryer, griddle pan, and Masflex cookware. The tasks 1) Encouraged the guests to promote Home Foodie on their social channels an...

Prominent food and beverage company  The Figaro Coffee Group  won praise today from international  NGO Lever Foundatio n for its new commitment to source 100% cage-free eggs globally by 2035. The company joins fellow restaurant chain  Andok’s  and an increasing number of food groups in the Philippines—such as  Abaca ,  Am-Phil and several others—in pledging to eliminate caged eggs from their supply chains. The Figaro Coffee Group , which operates 203 stores worldwide—including 64  Figaro Coffee outlets , 124  Angel’s Pizza  branches, 10  Tien Ma’s Taiwanese  cuisine restaurants, and 1  Koobideh Kebabs  location—has committed to implementing this policy across all of its brands, reflecting its commitment to ethical sourcing on a global scale. Similarly,  Andok's , one of the Philippines' largest and most established food chains with over 70 dine-in locations nationwide, has recently pledged to use 100% cage-free ...

Revel in with your favorite foodpanda delights as we countdown to the holiday season with non-stop savings all November! Get exclusive deals and perks that make it easy on the budget – whether you're preparing for holiday feasts or just enjoying your everyday meals. From discounts to cashback offers, foodpanda has everything you need to make your November extra special and your wallet extra happy! Day 1: First-Timer Deals Get your foodpanda experience off to a great start! Enjoy up to 50% off your first food delivery with NEWPANDA, plus free delivery. It's the perfect way to dive into your first order! Day 2: Pick-Up Perks Why wait? Enjoy 20% off your first pick-up order with NEWPANDA. Grab your favorite food to-go and save on your pick-up order! Day 3: Grocery Goodies Save Php 150 off your first grocery order with NEWSHOPPER! Whether you’re craving snacks from pandamart, fresh produce from Puregold, pantry essentials from Robinsons Supermarket, or bulk buys from Shopwise, this...

 In the Philippines, lung cancer remains the second most common type of cancer— and the most prevalent and deadliest type of cancer among Filipino men.¹,³ Around 25% of Filipinos aged 15 years and up smoke tobacco. This places millions of the population at risk for developing lung cancer.² These staggering statistics emphasize the need for continuous and vigilant screening to make sure this, as with all types of cancer, is detected and subsequently treated as early as possible. Lung and oncology experts from seven medical societies alongside patient advocacy groups gathered at the EDSA Shangri-la Hotel recently to further raise awareness around prevention, screening, diagnosis, and management of lung cancer. The well-attended event aimed to facilitate a multi-disciplinary discussion on the crucial role of each specialty in the lung cancer care continuum, focusing on lung cancer management. Dr. Janeth Samson, president of the Philippine College of Chest Physicians (PCCP) opened the ...

This holiday season, Met Park in Pasay City officially kicks off a festive journey with the grand Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Blue Bay Walk. This inspiring event, led by Federal Land executives, celebrates the season’s message of positivity, prosperity, and shared memories. The festivities were further enriched by captivating performances from beloved Filipino artists, including the uplifting church choir, Coro Jesu, from the National Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and the iconic vocal group, The Company. Their harmonious voices filled the air with melodies that perfectly set the holiday mood, inviting everyone to bask in the joy of the season and feel the warmth of Christmas at Blue Bay Walk. Holiday Highlights at Met Park: Christmas Bazaar, Events, and More! Met Park is ready to make this season unforgettable, offering a range of holiday activities to inspire joy, create unique experiences, and bring loved ones together. Philippine Motorsports Expo – Motorsports fans can d...