Boy Kanin Opens at Historic Bataan

Part of my 81 provinces pledge includes a visit to historic Bataan. After an invitation to attend the opening of the first Boy Kanin branch in Orani, it is an opportune time to see this province's marvel. Boy Kanin Orani Branch opened just a stone's throw away from Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish Church and a few blocks from the munisipyo. The newest member of the successful franchise can easily be located by churchgoers, commuters, and students. It seems all roads lead to this happy place where families can share a meal after worship and friends and co-workers can hang out together after a long day.

Boy Kanin Orani Branch at Pag-Asa Building

12 Things I Like About Boy Kanin

I have always supported the Mom and Pop stores around me. Initially, I thought Boy Kanin is one of those establishments. Apparently, the business has been steadily growing for five years already and have several branches all over the country. I was also surprised that the chairman and president, Mr. Ronald Allan Callao, was a pioneer of Business Mirror and helped start satellite branches all over the country.

Boy Kanin Rice Meals: Adobo, Tocino, Tapa, Pork Chop and Salabat for drinks

His exposure to the business at a young age has prompted him to explore different ventures for himself and his family. While interviewing him for their joint project together with Ronda Pilipinas, I was taking note of the things I like about the business. In line with the recent Chinese New Year celebration, here are 12 things I like about Boy Kanin.

What Moves Boy Kanin to Success

     Kanin or rice is a staple food all Filipinos enjoy. Hence, Boy Kanin, the brainchild of Mr. Ronald Allan Callao, President & CEO of MB Foods Corp., was born to address the need for familiar rice meals we are all accustomed to. On top of that, Boy Kanin invests heavily on their R&D to address even the current lifestyle of every Juan. Based on their research, most corporate employees multi-task while eating. Thus, workers from the BPO industry can enjoy their break time while eating the Pinoy burrito in a box anywhere, anytime. The box even has perforations in the middle which makes it easy open and convenient for sharing.

Rosanjin Restaurant: The Art of Tobanyaki & Kaminabe (A Review)

My family and I have been big fans of everything and anything Japanese for as long as I can remember. Because we have eaten in so many Japanese restaurants already, it would be unusual for us to be surprised by a Japanese dish. That is until I discovered the kaminabe and tobanyaki dishes at Rosanjin.

Rosanjin Green Tea Ice Cream

I've always imagined what it would feel like to taste one of the dishes prepared in Shokugeki no Soma. Rosanjin's kaminabe and tobanyaki dishes made me think I am trying one. To be as close to that feeling while eating is indeed very satisfying. Please indulge this humble consumer as I share with you my dining experience at Rosanjin.

PLDT Kaasenso CYBERYA at Gabay Guro Grand Gathering

Last week was a blast from the past as we celebrated World Teacher's Day at the SM Mall of Asia Arena courtesy of Gabay Guro (2G). Part of 2G's aim is to help teachers improve their lives by opening their minds to exploring opportunities that can augment their income. Since PLDT KaAsenso Cyberya is a major sponsor in the said event, ten Cyberya units were given to 10 public schools that need broadband connection for the benefit of its students. PLDT KaAsenso is not just providing the broadband connection, but an entire complete package already!) 

What is a PLDT KaAsenso Cyberya package?

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Have you seen the latest Tales of the Friend Zone X #TFTFx?

As I was browsing latest videos in Youtube I chanced upon seeing the latest Tales pf the Friend Zone X pr #TFTFx. I know that Mr. Ramon Bautista is one funny guy so I watched his video to start on a good vibe on my rainy Monday morning. So what's #TFTFx?

It is basically a new web-series where Ramon Bautista stars in Tales of the Friend Zone X (#TFTFx) to share the bittersweet love story of Arvin Jimenez (Ramon Bautista) and Teacher Ines (Nikki Veron Cruz).

20 Ways You Can Be The Best Friend Ever

Every year I do my best to stay connected with my friends and family. I initiate the scheduling, planning and organizing just to make sure that we have at least one quality-time bonding experience a year. That's how I stay connected. I realized that it actually works (at least for me) because even if I didn't have the chance to see that person for the rest of the 364 days, when we go back talking to each other, it feels like we just talked yesterday.

I made here a list of what other ways I think I can be the the best friend ever.

My Monde Mamon Summer Experience

It's half-term break at our school and so I am enjoying the first day of my break. I happen to chance an event announcement about mommies and their youngsters happily decorating their own cupcakes. It would be cliche to comment "how sweet" but nothing captures the moment for me other than those words.

To the readers of the said post a challenge was posted, "how do you plan to make your summer with the family a worthwhile and unforgettable bonding experience?"

 

As a special education teacher and a parent myself, here is my 5-step guide on planning an  "unforgettable bonding experience" with my family.

X-MEN: Days of Future Past

Time travelling has always been one of the dreams of mankind. Researches on the wrinkle of time, the tesseract, or the time space warp have hounded us in every form possible.

In the latest movie of X-Men: Days of Future Past, time traveling is not just a dream. It is the end-all and be-all if the X-Men would want to save humanity.

And so I wonder, given the chance "What would I correct from my past to save the future?"

Guess What Happened During the #AyosNaSummer Siren Festival at Zambales

If you’re a young adult or simply just feeling young, chances are your images of summer are a montage of beach, sea, tanning lotion / sunblock, killer music, party nights on the sand, lazing around, sharing sheer enjoyment with friends.

The three-day Summer Siren Festival at Crystal Beach in San Narciso, Zambales, delivered on its promise to turn all those images into reality recently, offering a long, carefree weekend of frolic for the thousands who were there.

Deuce Manila playing until sunset

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A total of 35 Summer Siren passes and 10 limited edition Ayos Loudbasstard speaker docks will be given away to lucky Ka-Ayos who will share their #AyosNaSummer wish on AyosDito.ph. Join to get the chance to meet great people at the Summer Siren Festival happening on April 4-6 at Crystal Beach, Zambales! It’s very easy to join and win the ultimate beach adventure for your barkada. Tara na!

 

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#Nuffnangis007 and I Am Ready to Party!!!

I ended the month of love this year 2014 partying with blogger friends at Cabana Club, Resorts World. The party was hosted and organized by Nuffnang Philippines because this year #Nuffnangis007. The theme for the party is black and white dress for the ladies and suit for the men. I literally found a dress an hour before the party started and I was running late to meet my blog partner for Financial Literacy Philippines, Glads Reyes.

I'm not really sure what to expect. It's been such a long time since I went to a party for adults in a bar. That's why I was really relieved when we finally arrived at the club.

From left to right: Jessica, Iris, Alice, Kamila, Glad, Corinne, Ia & Jeremy

(not in picture: Ping & Cezar)

#Itcanhappentoyou - The Silent Killers in the Philippines

After taking a hiatus from regular school, I began appreciating weekends again. That's why when I went to Ascott Manila to listen to AXA Philippines on my precious Saturday, I have to admit I was dragging my feet. It was difficult to leave the boys when they are so relaxed and happy.

But a promise is a promise to which I am glad I kept. That's why on a very hot Saturday afternoon I find myself listening to AXA Philippines' presentation about the Big C  - Cancer - a disease that can hit anyone, anytime, anywhere - and what can we do about it?

AXA Philippines has partnered with Ms. Camille Pratts to talk about her experience on dealing with cancer. It was my first time to hear that Ms. Pratts has lost her very young husband (30 years old when he died at 2011) to nasopharyngeal cancer. What she and her husband thought was just persistent recurring colds and fever was already early symptoms of his cancer. Unfathomable! I actually had goosebumps while listening to her story. The idea that it can really happen to anyone was surreal.

What Judy Ann Santos Thinks About Champion Fabri-Con

This blog entry is a product announcement for Champion Detergent in to mark the 50th year anniversary celebration of this laundry products company

As you all know Champion Detergent released its latest product called,CHAMPION FABRI-CON, Liquid Fabric Conditioner with Freshness Capsules yesterday. 

This fabric conditioner promises a time-released fragrance for all-day freshness thanks to its innovation called freshness capsules. This is the first time I've heard of freshness capsules, let alone, a time-released fabric fragrance. 

Naturally, I wondered, "What are freshness capsules?"

The Search for My Sole Mate

Once upon a time, there was a nice young woman who went on a sole-searching expedition. Her personality is just like her name. Her needs are the same - simple but unique.

In her quest for the one and only sole, she received news that one of the royal footwear in town will be holding a majestic ball. This grand visual treat will be attended by a wide-array of colourful soles. Then it dawned on her… The promise of that one special sole… Will she find the one that will captivate her attention? This was too great of a chance to just let it pass by.

STEPS soulsearch dancers showcasing a visual treat like no other.

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Chiller/Freezers - Do I Need Them in My Home?

I was in a used bookstore one day and I chanced upon an interesting book. The title of the book was "365 Ways To Save". As a consumer and one of the primary decision-makers in making purchases, naturally I was intrigued by this book. Browsing through the pages, I felt disappointed that most tips apply in the USA only. On the other hand, I was still tempted to buy the book just to note how long would it take for these money saving tips to happen here in the Philippines. Also, how many of these tips are already implemented currently.

Further investigation made me realize that most of the tips require some law to mandate it and since the Senate election is fast approaching, I may be able to use this information in choosing which senator to vote for.

One of the money-saving categories included in the book is about "saving for basic necessities" like electricity. I was surprised to see that the book suggests for households to invest in a good chiller or freezer aside from your refrigerator. 

If people window-shop for clothes, I window-shop for home furniture and appliance. This is simply because that is my family's current need at the moment. Bringing this tip with me in my recent trips to nearby malls, I looked at freezers and chillers. It was then I realized that there is a difference between the two.

What is the difference between a chiller and a freezer?

What You Want to Know About the Maltodextrin in Knorr Rice Mate Rice Conditioner

I made a product review of Knorr Rice Mate Rice Conditioner, and a reader (who is also a friend of mine who just wants to make life a little bit challenging for me. LOL!) commented that in their family they avoid products with preservatives. So I listed the ingredients of Rice Mate and told myself that I will look into these ingredients that I am not familiar of in future posts. 

So today we will look at one of the ingredients of Knorr Rice Mate Rice Conditioner which is Maltodextrin.

What is Maltodextrin? 

Knorr Rice Mate Rice Conditioner (Product Review)

Alright, New Year means new resolutions. I cannot say that I have been regularly posting in this blog but I promised to change that this year. The post below is a review of a new product I tried. It is not a sponsored post but I will have to admit that I didn't pay for them. I got these samples when I attended the recently concluded "Foodgasm - Take A Second Bite" at Mercato Centrale last March 2013.



What is my experience with Knorr Rice Mate Rice Conditioner?

Mom's Partner: Spray n' Go Waterless Car Cleaners (Giveaway)

Let me introduce to you the Philippine-made products that are truly eco-friendly!

Spray n’ Go offers waterless car cleaners which are biodegradable. They also provide carwash and quick detailing services at your convenient time and place.

So why use Spray N’ Go Waterless Car Cleaners?