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ROCKWELL Urban Bazaar This Weekend

Aug. 31 BULLETIN BOARD no comments

The season’s hottest fashion trends and classic styles come alive at Rockwell’s Urban Bazaar 2013 this weekend (August 30 to September 1).

The Rockwell Tent rocks with fun and fab fashion and lifestyle finds from over 60 merchants.  Unique accessories beckon fashionistas to the displays of My Ticker Tape Parade, A. Mary’s Carnival and Soul Flower by Propaganda. Bag collections from Erb & Chet, Bags by Abby Jocson, and Canvas Manila are also a strong come-on.  New shoes beg to be taken off the shelves from Manila Sole, DAS Shoes, Sole Divas, Flipped Out Cockatoos and Everybody Needs a Pair. Skin products from V&M Naturals, CarmenClaire Cosmetics and CanMake Tokyo are also a major temptation.

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For fashionable gadgets there are decals from Motif Lifestyle Shop.  Phones can get a total makeover from one-of-kind cases from My Favorite Store and My Shopping Bee.

The Php100 entrance fee also entitles shoppers to a raffle promo with special prizes from the merchants.  Bazaar operating hours are from 11am to 10pm.

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TUTUBAN CENTER: More Than Just A Bargain Hunter’s Paradise

Aug. 27 PLACES no comments

TUTUBAN CENTER has everything a shopper could want from sunrise to sundown til midnight.

Everything is business as usual at this exciting shopping mecca in its aim to continue serving the public.  All geared up with the newest and never-before-seen attractions, this all-time favorite shopping hub is ready to strengthen its niche.  Meticulous shoppers will once again enjoy the best and budget-wise shopping experience at the heart of Manila.

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Despite several challenges it faced the past year, Tutuban Center remains totally equipped to accommodate thousands of shoppers who flock the busy streets of historic Divisoria so they can continue to enjoy big bargains and discounts for a wide variety of quality goods and services while providing a clean, secure, organized, and convenient shopping environment.

TUTUBAN SPORTS TRACK

Yet amid the quality yet affordable products available, it’s not just a venue for everyone’s shopping frenzy.  Tutuban Center also advocates customers’ health and well-being by building the “Sports Track” facility.  This fitness hub branded with versatility is a fitting venue for various sports activities like sports fests, fun-runs, and traditional Filipino games.  With Sports Track, shoppers, including residents within the area, can surely find an easy yet enjoyable way to shop and get in shape at the same time.

TUTUBAN FOODSTREET

Just like shoppers who can’t resist the urge to buy, the delight of food and drinks can be irresistible for weary and hungry shoppers.  Tutuban’s “Foodstreet” offers eclectic dining options that can surely satisfy every shopper’s palate. From delicious and popular Pinoy food fare to other mouthwatering Asian delicacies,   people can always pick their gastronomic treat after a tiring shopping day. Most of all, these tried and tested delectable dishes are truly budget-friendly.

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TUTUBAN VIRTUAL ZOO

For the weary shopper who wants to be entertained, Tutuban Center has something to capture the hearts and minds of kids—even the kids-at-heart.  Last year, the Tutuban Virtual Zoo opened its doors to the public as a unique attraction and continues to entice the crowd through its magnificent 3-D pictures of favorite zoo animals in breathtaking realism.  And the best thing about it is admission is free.

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And by the time darkness envelops the sky and mall shops are closed, it’s the time that the Tutuban Center Night Market opens.  This shopping alternative offers a clean, organized and secured area made up of stalls that sell a variety of goods, from personal items, kitchen wares, garden accessories, handicrafts, to sports gear, and novelty objects—all still within anyone’s budget and available even beyond the regular mall shopping hours.

THE ORION HOTEL

Meanwhile, if the body wishes to take a rest after a full day of shopping madness, get the best place for the best value, and it’s just a few steps away. Orion Hotel, located at the 3rd level of Primeblock Building, features well-appointed guest rooms at affordable prices, plus superb conveniences and unmatched access to a world of shopping for discerning shoppers.  Guests can avail of a delightful accommodation at Orion Hotel, with set breakfast, at an exciting promo rate that starts at P1,800 net and good for two (2) persons. You may call (+632) 450-3007 to 10 for more information.

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Continuing its trademark for local wholesale and retail businesses, Tutuban Center never breaks its promise of genuine shopping delight.  Don’t miss this most unique commercial and recreational one-stop family destination in the city, a place of progress where you can find everything that you need.  Conquer the rush and revive the shopping drive—because Tutuban Center, located along C.M. Recto Avenue in famed Divisoria, always awaits you.

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An Affordable and Relaxing Treat For Dad on FATHER’S DAY

Jun. 16 PLACES no comments

998394_629713000389444_1728979745_nTo all the Dads, Mom-Dad’s, Daddy-To-Be’s, Daddy-Wanna-Be’s and Play-The Role-Dad’s out there!  HAPPY FATHER’S DAY to each and everyone of you!  It’s your day today so make sure that you set aside everything and just enjoy the moment!

And as promised, here are some awesome tips for all you Dad’s out there on how to make your day really special and more ‘relaxing.’  This is also a shout-out to all Mom’s and Kid’s who want to treat your man-of-the-house to a simple, affordable and yet meaningful day on Father’s Day!

Let’s start off by finding a location that would really be conducive for total relaxation – the SM Center Pasig is known for its huge HYPERMARKET and FOOD COURT,  a shopping haven for all those living near C5 Pasig and around the busy business district of Ortigas.  Aside from that and just barely two years ago, SM Center Pasig also opened THE HEALTH HUB, an entire wing of the complex dedicated to everyone’s relaxation needs.  From Spas to everything you need to keep your most precious resource – which is your own body- in perfect healthy condition.

The perfect location to treat Dad to a total relaxation with a number of services and health shops to choose from.

A Swedish Massage with Bentosa at MONT ALBO Massage Hut

Let’s start with a total body relaxation at MONT ALBO Massage Hut.  There’s a good reason why Mont Albo is very popular – aside from being one of the most affordable massage shop in Mega Manila, they also have this 10-minute EXPRESS MASSAGE that covers the upper back, shoulders and lumbar areas for only 55 Pesos!

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But of course we’re talking about a total body relaxation here so why not treat Dad to a 1 hour SWEDISH MASSAGE for only P380.00 to relieve his tired hard-working muscles and then choose either Sweet Almond Oil or Sunflower Oil as an alternative massage oil medium to moisturize his skin by just adding 50pesos.  You may also want to add a BENTOSA treatment to remove any energy blockages on your dear-old Dad’s back by just adding 80pesos on the package, that is if he don’t mind the back marks after the session.

Aside from the Swedish and Express Massage, Mont Albo also has other massage treatment options like the Indian Head Massage (55pesos), Signature Mont Albo Massage (330pesos), Traditional Filipino Massage (380pesos), Eastern Foot Massage (380pesos), Thai-Siatsu Massage (380pesos) and Tui Na Massage (380pesos).  Plus body scrub and massage packages for as low as 650pesos.

A Facial with Seaweed Mask at DERMCARE

After the body, now let’s do the face!  Try DERMCARE located at the left wing of SM Center Pasig’s HEALTH HUB.

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I recommend you let him try the therapeutic Facial Treatment with Seaweed Mask for only 350pesos to soothe his tired face.  There are many Facial Care treatment at DERMCARE to choose from but a basic Facial would only cost you 250pesos a session.  Here’s a list of their other facial treatments:

  • Facial with Kojic Whitening Mask (400pesos)
  • Hydra Oxygen Facial (500pesos)
  • Facial with Collagen Mask (300pesos)
  • Facial with non-surgical Facelift (400pesos)
  • Facial with Oatmeal (350pesos)
  • Facial with Cucumber Mask (400pesos)
  • Dermabrasion with Collagen Infusion (600pesos)
  • Jade Facial Rejuvenation (500pesos)
  • Diamond Power Peel (900pesos)
  • Eyebag Treatment (300pesos)

DERMCARE also has Body, Beauty and Hair Treatment Packages that will suit everyone’s needs and budget.

I’ve tried for the first time their Facial with Seaweed Mask last Thursday and I am very much interested in trying the other treatments soon because I loved it.  I’m sure other Dad’s would love to try their treatments too since the price is already out of the equation.

with my Seaweed Mask on

with my Seaweed Mask on

970177_629714647055946_1898552341_nDinner at KANZHU Hand-Pulled Noodles

Cap off your Dad’s special day with a special dinner treat at KANZHU for the best dishes that Northern China has to offer.  I saw their restaurant years ago but I haven’t had the chance to try their dishes so last Thursday was a first time for me.  What makes their place distinct is that you can actually view their cooks prepare your food and how they make the hand-pulled noodles.  A very exciting thing to watch as they stretch those dough and then finally come out with strings of delicious noodles that they use for their dishes.

We started our dinner with one of their signature appetizers, BLACK FUNGUS with JELLYFISH (80pesos).

Black Fungus with JellyFish

Black Fungus with JellyFish

For our main dishes, we were served with their best-selling BRAISED BEEF Dry Noodles (165pesos) paired off with 7pcs of SPECIAL LAMB DUMPLINGS (150pesos) and 7pcs of PORK and CHIVE DUMPLINGS (120pesos).  You can actually choose to put soup on your Noodle or just plain dry at no additional cost.

AI! Braised Beef Dry Noodles

AI! Braised Beef Dry Noodles

Lamb Dumpling

Lamb Dumpling

Pork and Chives Dumpling

Pork and Chives Dumpling

The noodles comes at a hefty serving and the dumplings tasted really awesome.  I’m not a big fan of lambs and lamb dishes but I enjoyed both the lamb and pork variety.

If I am going to choose just one dish from everything that KANZHU served us that evening, I choose the WOK FRIED FRAGRANT CHICKEN (240pesos) as the best!  It’s spicy and super delicious!

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WOK FRIED FRAGRANT CHICKEN

For dessert, try their special GREEN TEA TAHO!

Green Tea TAHO

Green Tea TAHO

There are dozens of other dishes to try at KANZHU, so guess what, I am definitely coming back for more!  Loved it and I’m sure other Dads would love them too.

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So that’s it!  How’s that for a Father’s Day treat!  Anyway, the best gift is still YOU spending it with that very special MAN we call FATHER!  The experience becomes even more meaningful!

SM CENTER PASIG is located at Fronterra Verde, Bgy. Ugong southbound of  C5 and next to Tiendesitas.

Dinner Time! :

Dinner Time! :

 

 

 

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Father’s Day at SM CENTER PASIG

Jun. 11 BULLETIN BOARD no comments

This coming Sunday (June 16) is FATHER’S DAY!

If you don’t have any plans yet for that very important man of the house… and I’m hoping my wife reads this on time hehe, you might want to consider treating HIM to a day of fun and relaxation at SM CENTER PASIG!  There’s always something inside SM Center Pasig that will make that day really special for that very special person that we call – DAD!

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Treat him to an awesome Lunch at the Paluto area or in any of the restaurants inside the mall.  Enjoy great music, beer promos or even a tour along the gadget area for some of the latest in toys for the big boys.  Cap the day with a trip to the Spa and have him doze off for that well deserved rest.

I’ll check out SM CENTER PASIG on Thursday to see what’s in store for dear DAD on Father’s Day and give you some ideas on how to spend that special day on Sunday!

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A Grand Easter Party at the SkyDOME SM City North EDSA

Mar. 28 BULLETIN BOARD no comments

Have a Happy HOPPY Easter at the SkyDome SM City North EDSA this coming Sunday!

Enjoy a fantastic Easter party together with your kids in the afternoon of March 31 as SM City North EDSA presents its GRAND EASTER PARTY at the SKYDOME.  Gates will open at 1pm and program will start at 3pm.

To join just present at the registration booth  a 500 pesos worth receipt of SM City North EDSA purchases single or accumulated from March 18 to 31.9047_10152683636680261_104370374_n

Here are the activities  lined-up for the Grand Easter Party:

EASTER COSTUME CONTEST

Prizes for the cutest bunny costumes and the most colorful Easter carnival costume will be given away.

HOP MEET AND GREET

Meet and greet one of the most  famous Easter bunny of all at 3pm.

EASTER EGG HUNT

Hunt for eggs and special prizes.  Find and collect as many Easter eggs as you can at the Easter Bunny trail.

EASTER MASCOT PARADE

Witness a spectacular mall-wide colorful easter parade participated by various mall tenants of SM City North EDSA.

For more information about the Grand Easter Party at the SkyDome contact 9293641 or visit their website at www.sm-northedsa.com

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EASTER CARNIVAL Fun This Sunday at SM SUPERMALLS

Mar. 26 BULLETIN BOARD no comments

Get ready for an EASTER CARNIVAL this coming Sunday in all SM SUPERMALLS!

SM malls are especially decorated for sight-seeing and photo opportunities, with giant EASTER installations available for the public to enjoy.Easter MilestoneOne of the highlights of the EASTER CARNIVAL is Circus Fun, which features a circus show with magical acts and performances.  There will also be a grand parade of mascots and  a costume contest where kids can play dress-up with their cutest, most colorful and wackiest Easter costumes to get a chance to win cool prizes.  Egg-hunting tradition will be held through EGGSTREAM HUNT in select SM malls. Another interesting event to watch out for is the EASTER FAIR where booths will be set up for fun activities and food that kids will enjoy, such as hotdogs, popcorn, ice cream, and many others.  Activities include face painting, balloon twisting and egg painting.  Oh, and there will be lots of EASTER CLOWNS!

For more information about SM Supermall Easter celebration schedule of activities, visit SM Supermalls facebook account at facebook.com/smsupermalls or www.smsupermalls.com , tweet via @smsupermalls,  or call (02) 470-2222.

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SM City Sta. Mesa Celebrates EARTH HOUR 2013 with Fire and Style

Mar. 25 EVENTS no comments

601958_592064750820936_1734841765_nSM City Sta. Mesa once again participated in this year’s EARTH HOUR Celebration.

EARTH HOUR is a WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) initiative that aims to spread awareness about the earth’s climate change situation by encouraging institutions and households to turn-off the lights and other unnecessary electric appliances for one hour from 8:30pm to 9:30pm.  The program  started in 2007 and has been an annual event ever since.

SM City Sta. Mesa officials together with Quezon City government representatives led the countdown to 8:30pm last March 23 (Saturday) as they symbolically pushed down a huge light switch as the primary lights of the mall went down. 734450_592065014154243_1732019976_n

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The ceremony was held at the mall’s upper ground level activity center followed by a mini fashion show featuring some nature-inspired designs.578140_592065957487482_1277317884_n

Outside the mall, fire dancers entertained mall goers and passersby.

Also located in the activity area is a huge I WILL IF YOU WILL commitment board where mall goers can publicly pledge their commitment to help Mother Earth.

It is so nice to see how EARTH HOUR has transformed a lot of individuals and even big businesses on how they do things.  Plans are made with due respect to the environment and priorities includes taking care of the earth.

Kudos to SM City Sta. Mesa as well as other business establishments and homes who participated in last Saturday’s EARTH HOUR event.

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TUTUBAN COMMERCIAL CENTER Celebrates Its 25th Year with Derrick Monasterio and Ryzza Mae Dizon

Feb. 25 EVENTS no comments

Tutuban Commercial Center celebrated its 25th Year last February 21 (Thursday) with an Anniversary Show at the Parking Delta of the commercial complex.58867_611895835502672_601624117_n

Tutuban Commercial Center represents both history and progress.

The development of the Tutuban Commercial Center took into great consideration the rich historical and cultural heritage of the area while ushering a modern paradigm in the local wholesale and retail businesses.  They introduced the latest feasible retail concepts in the ever- evolving world of commerce and industry, mindful of the unique Filipino way of trading.

Tutuban Commercial Center also gave the shoppers an alternative shopping experience in Manila’s bargain district DIVISORIA by providing a clean, secured, organized, and air conditioned mall where they can enjoy big bargain and discounts for quality products.

Parking Delta was transformed into a huge activity center complete with booths from participating brands like Maskape, McDonalds, Orion Hotel, Red Ribbon, Smart and many others.

Tutuban Commercial Center’s 25th Anniversary Show featured two of the most well loved personalities in Philippine Television today – Paroa’s lead actor DERRICK MONASTERIO and Eat Bulaga’s wonder child RYZZA MAE “Cha-Cha” DIZON.

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Tutuban Commercial Center also gave out free mobile phones to lucky Smart SIM buyers and ended the wet but fun night with a bang of awesome fireworks display!

 

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RainCHECKS: KOGI BULGOGI at the Lucky Chinatown Mall in Binondo

Jan. 05 FOOD, PLACES 7 comments

398256_459973887351191_2011747329_nI am not a fan of Korean dishes but I really enjoyed our dinner last night at KOGI BULGOGI at the Lucky Chinatown Mall in Binondo Manila.

I was with my wife Tam and the original plan was to check out the Gibi shoes outlet at Tutuban, have dinner at Lucky Chinatown Mall and then buy some Tikoy at Ongpin.  We were able to do one out of the three proposed itinerary for the night because it was already 6pm when we were able to get out of the house.  But we enjoyed our friday night ‘gala’ at the famous Binondo Mall.

This was our first time to visit the Lucky Chinatown Mall since its inauguration last year.  Envisioned by Megaworld as the first high-end shopping mall in Binondo Manila near the famous shrine of San Lorenzo Ruiz and Divisoria.  The shopping mall is equipped with awesome features similar to its other projects – Eastwood, Newport, Burgos Circle and McKinley Hills.  The interiors were fantastic but the exteriors are nostalgic.  Here we are savoring what’s left of the Christmas decor outside the mall.

The mall has everything from the hottest boutiques like Cotton On, Bench, Penshoppe to a number of cool restaurants like Red Crab, Italianis, Sumo Sam and many more.  It has a built-in supermarket plus a state-of-the-art cinemas capable of projecting 3-D films and equipped with a high-tech security facility.  The mall also has an amusement center and SM’s Toy Kingdom and Appliance Center.

We went from shop to shop and Tam was able to buy something at BaYo.  We then had our dinner at Kogi Bulgogi.

Kogi Bulgogi is a restaurant that serves authentic Korean Dishes.  It belongs to the same company that manages Tokyo Cafe, Stackers, Peri-Peri and Parmigiano – iFoods Inc.

Kogi means ‘meat’ in Korea while Bulgogi on the other hand is a Korean dish that usually consists of marinated barbecued beef.  It was also our first time to dine there so naturally our plan was to have a taste of their famous bulgogi.

The first thing that Kogi Bulgogi waiters did after giving us the menu was served us with a free Banchan which is an assortment of sides  for our main dish composed of sweetened anchovies, sweetened banana, sauced okra, bean sprout, a spicy atchara and of course kimchi.

Free Banchan

Free Banchan

Here’s the rest of our dinner:

Bulgogi Bap - 245.00

Bulgogi Bap – 245.00

Saeu Twigim Bap - 245.00

Saeu Twigim Bap – 245.00

House Salad - 98.00

House Salad – 98.00

Cranberry Juice - 65.00 each

Cranberry Juice – 65.00 each

Over-all it was a very tasty and satisfying meal and the price is so affordable.  Our total bill was only P718.00 plus tip.  Kogi Bulgogi has outlets at Eastwood Mall and Limketkai Center in Cagayan De Oro.

We capped our night at Lucky Chinatown Mall by buying some ‘pasalubong’ for the kiddos at Goldilocks.  We already know where we’re going to celebrate the Chinese  New Year on February 10.

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End Of Season SALE at the SM City North EDSA

Jan. 04 BULLETIN BOARD, EVENTS no comments

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SM City North EDSA opens the first and probably the biggest SALE event this 2013 with their END OF SEASON SALE!  Prices on selected items are marked down up to 70%.  Known as one of the biggest shopping mall in Mega Manila, this mall-wide SALE will be a fashion gold mine for bargain hunters of the north!

The End of Season SALE will end on January 13, plenty of time for non Northern shoppers to make a list of things to buy and schedule a field day inside SM City North EDSA.  Shopping bags at a ready?  Set…. Shop!

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