Nickelodeon paints the town dread with TakoTown this Halloween

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A hefty bag of tricks and treats awaits Halloween-ready kids and tweens around the metro as Nickelodeon puts an all-original Pinoy spin to one of the year’s most awaited celebrations. Happening on October 31 at Halls 1 and 2 of the SMX Convention Center, the annual themed event is centered on TakoTown, a haunted neighborhood filled with supernatural beings immortalized in local folklore.

At TakoTown, kids and tweens alike will find themselves fighting off a new league of monsters as zombies, ghosts, and ghouls crawl back into the darkness, giving the spooky spotlight to paranormal entities like the white lady, tiyanak, manananggal, kapre and the like.

For six straight hours starting at 3PM, those daring enough to go on a complete tour of TakoTown can expect wicked awesome activities and games, along with strange sightings and even stranger happenings.

There’s even more to scream and shout about as TakoTown also brings them thrilling giveaways, raffle prizes, performances and of course, meet-and-greet sessions with their favorite Nick characters.

Partygoers dressed in bloody brilliant guises will also be scouted and recognized in the Toy Kingdom Halo-Halo-ween Costume Contest for having the Most Creative, Scariest or Cutest ensembles.

Want to be a certified TakoTownie?  Take part in the hair-raising Halloween screamfest and get two tickets with a minimum single receipt purchase of P1000 (inclusive of a Halloween item) at all participating Toy Kingdom and Toy Kingdom Express branches from October 1 to 29 and on October 31 at the SM Mall of Asia branch.

Save the date and start the countdown to Nickelodeon’s TakoTown!

Nickelodeon’s TakoTown is presented by Toy Kingdom and co-sponsored by Ace Water Spa, Appebon Kid, Kinder Joy, Lipps Popstix, Lotte Koalas March, McDonalds, Monster High, Skechers Kids, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Jack N’ Jill Wiggles.  Official venue by SMX Convention Center.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year globally and 15th year in Asia, is one of the most globally recognized and widely distributed multimedia entertainment brands for kids and family. The company has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does with a portfolio that extends across television, music, publishing, digital media, mobile and consumer products. Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. are seen in more than 60 million households throughout North and Southeast Asia region with 24-hour programming services including Nickelodeon Southeast Asia, Nickelodeon Korea, as well as Nickelodeon branded programme blocks and syndications. For information about Nickelodeon in Asia, visit www.nick-asia.com.

PISMO Digital Lifestyle

When was the last time you visited lately? For the past several months Shangrila Mall have extended its wide services by putting up the East Wing area where most of the posh shops and restos are thriving to serve some of the discriminate customers that possesses exceptional preference.  Such store is the newly opened PISMO Digital Lifestyle.

For the metro sexual techno savvy people who preferred to be the first to experience the latest digital gadgets in the market today, PISMO is one store at the East Wing that will pamper your indulgence in personal gadgets and accessories. May it be the latest model of smart phones, tablets or the most awesome sound system, PISMO will allow you to experience them all.

PISMO is quite a unique store that allows the customers to treat the store as a “playground” for the grown ups. The feeling to be as giddy as child playing with their own personal toys, is what the store is created for. It is an experiential store that will allow you to field test any gadgets that you feel like owning.

PISMO opens last June 15, 2013 with a goal that is to provide its discriminate customers with the best and latest premium range of gadgets from audio, to mobile and tablets as well as bags and accessories which cater to their digital lifestyle needs. Some of its regular guest who pay a visit are Martin Nievera, Ariel Rivera, Ciara Sotto and even some political personalities like Senator Sonny Angara.

Among its proudest products currently displayed on the shelves are Parrot in which they’re the exclusive country distributor, XooPar, Lacie, Bluelounge, Monofold, Blue Aura, Elago, and Beyzacase.

When I visited PISMO a few weeks ago with some friends in the blogging community, I took the liberty of experiencing some of the gadgets myself and one of my personal favorite which I would love to have someday is the Parrot Wireless Stereo speakers. Not only it has the coolest and sleekest design, it offers the awesomest high fidelity sound as well. My second best choice is the Parrot  AR Drone 2.0.It is a giro-hovering toy powered with four giros that allows you to maneuver with an app installed in any android tablet. The toy can also accommodate a mountable Go-Pro cameras where you can have an areal view of an event like fun run or a concert. Now, isn't that cool or what?! :)  

So if you’re the gadgets freak type that seeks the latest of the most coolest gadgets in the planet today, you may want to visit their store at the 6th level EAST Wing of the Shangrila Mall. Their store is open seven days a week from 11am to 9pm. If you want to know on their more up coming products, you may also reach them at edsashagri-la@pismo.com or you may call them at Tel. 9423249, 09178281172. You may also want to log in to their FB fan page.

Making the Lifesaving Choice

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Colon Cancer does not choose its victims. It can hit anyone at any time, regardless of economic status, culture or education level. It does not even care if you are famous or not.

4 years ago, the country lost former president Corazon Aquino to colon cancer. Her daughter Kris Aquino stated that she was a healthy eater and had never been sick throughout her life. Despite that, around December 2007, Cory suffered from high blood pressure, breathing difficulties and fever which then led to loss of appetite and weight. After battling the disease for more than a year, the nation’s symbol of democracy died of cardiorespiratory arrest on August 1, 2009. 

Cory Aquino was just one of the many who fell victim to colon cancer. Other notable personalities with the same fate were beauty queen Chat Silayan and actor Charlie Davao.

According to the Philippine Cancer Society, around 8,000 new cases are diagnosed every year and are steadily increasing.

By definition, colon cancer is an illness wherein a malignant tumor develops in the colon. This tumor or growth may spread to other vital organs, rendering it fatal for the body. It may not be a contagious disease but it happens to be the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the country. Doctors have yet to discover its exact causes or why some develop this disease while others don't. 

The majority see colon cancer as an old man’s disease, since people ages 50 and above are more likely at risk of developing it. It is important to note though, that there are instances where younger adults and teenagers are also diagnosed. Risk factors include having a personal or family history of the disease, an inactive lifestyle, a low-fiber and high fat diet, and smoking habits.

The initial indicators of colon cancer are blood in the stool, constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, unexplained weight loss and pain in the lower abdomen. However, in many cases, the disease chooses not to show its signs and symptoms during the early stages. 

Nevertheless, there is still hope. Due to significant improvements in surgical techniques over the years, colon cancer is now 90% curable. The survival rate is high as long as the cancer is detected early. 

Since colon cancer usually produces no symptoms, choosing good screening tests like a colonoscopy exam can help determine the condition of the colon. In this procedure, a colonoscope is used to search the entire colon for polyps, or growths on the surface that can become cancerous.Finding and removing these polyps may reduce the chances of developing colon cancer. 

That is why the importance of colon screening cannot be emphasized enough. Regular screening can save lives from the disease, especially the lives of those who are 50 years old and above, those who have a family history and those who experience the symptoms.

To help in spreading this important message, a Lifesaver advocacy campaign was launched by the partnership of Dulcolax, the no. 1 prescribed laxative in the country*, and Carewell Community, a non-profit foundation that provides support, education, and hope to persons affected by cancer. The campaign highlights the fact that early and regular screening can save lives. Those concerned can visit the Colon Care PH Facebook page, which is one of the campaign’s programs. Here, you can find daily information about colon cancer and tips for dealing with it. 

Imagine if Cory Aquino’s cancer was discovered at an earlier time. It’s possible that her life would have been saved and she may still be alive today.

Indeed, colon cancer may strike at any time. That’s why in order to reduce the risk of being chosen by it, you must make the lifesaving choice and get yourself screened.


Sources: 

http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/colon-and-rectal

 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/colon-cancer/DS00035
 http://nihseniorhealth.gov/colorectalcancer/colorectalcancerdefined/01.html

*PMDI (Prescription Data) IMS, YTD September 2012 USFDA Rated Class 1

WebsiteExpress.biz Opens first website store…

For a small to medium scale business, staying competitive with other big players is tough, most especially keeping in touch with the latest technology in bringing the brand to the market place. Today, with the advent of the internet accessibility, success of every business is defined on how well they can be significant in all segments of the market particularly the “netizense”. For a starting business, getting a comprehensive and a very interactive website will entail a lot of cost. And even with the availability of some free websites, the capacity of such may have some limitations to give your business a well suited online impact.

WebExpress.Biz is part of a bigger industry which is the NOW Corp. group of companies, formerly known as Information Capital Technology Ventures, Inc. or ICTV. WebExpress.Biz is created to offer small and medium scale enterprises a quick solution to their website requirements. It is so instant that such services are readily available in a convenience of a kiosk located at the ground floor of Shangrila Edsa Plaza Mall.

The kiosk is strategically placed adjacent to other establishments like telecommunication hubs where its customers can just drop by the kiosk and inquire on how will WebExpress.Biz can help them on their website needs. The kiosk are manned with well trained technical staff that can answer all the questions pertaining to websites. It is so easy, a customer will just simply submit a copy of the business brochure where the tech staff can scan it, send it to the web developer and after two hours, WebExpress.biz can make a website according the specification of the client.

According to Mr. Kristian Alisais Pura, head of the digital media group of NOW Corporation, majority of the business and even individuals now realize that  good website is an important requisite when it comes to making  one’s business or service made known in the world wide web and WebExpress.Biz can offer those services.

Another component of this is the franchise opportunity for others where they can earn by setting up their own kiosk in other geographical areas all over the country. But this part of the WebExpress.Biz is still in the works and will be available in the very near future.

With WebExpress.Biz, small and medium scale business need not to worry in keeping up with the latest trend. A starting business can have a very good website minus the large cost that comes along using the conventional ones.

MAKATI AFTER DARK: RUN & SURVIVE HALLOWFEST Halloween’s Biggest Street Festival

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On October 31, Halloween night, hordes of the undead will rise and party with the living as J.R. Usi Presents-- MAKATI AFTER DARK: RUN & SURVIVE HALLOWFEST-- the grandest and most exciting Halloween party of the year.

With 3,000 zombies in a “FANTASY RUN” designed and directed to feel like a movie set, the run promises to give participants the most thrilling experience right at the heart of Makati’s financial business district.

Coinciding with the FANTASY RUN is an ALL-NIGHT STREET FESTIVAL adjacent to the race course featuring several TOP LOCAL BANDS, DJ’s, CAR SHOW, GTMACCON PINOY KOMIKS and COSPLAYERS CONVENTION, MERCATO CENTRALE FOOD FEST, and several other side pocket events to keep you up ‘til sunrise! The Halloween Fest has already received the endorsement of Makati Mayor Junjun Binay as well as the Makati Tourism Office. “MAKATI AFTER DARK is an event that can greatly help promote Makati as a top events destination that will attract more local and foreign visitors to the city.”

On his part, promoter J.R. Usi said, “Makati, has always been the preferred venue for pioneering events, whether its fashion, food, arts and culture—and even for some advocacy and political rallies—making it the perfect place to launch our “After Dark” series.”

Beyond the festivities, however, the underlying advocacy of Makati After Dark is to gather funds for the displaced families affected by the recent earthquake in Bohol and Cebu. “We’ve all seen the damage and how the calamity has affected its residents, especially the children that is why we will be donating part of the proceeds in the relief efforts, we hope this would greatly help them recover and return to their normal lives,” Usi explained.

CONCERT PERFORMERS Headlining the bands that will be performing at MAKATI AFTER DARK are CALLALILY, SANDWICH, 6CYCLEMIND, CHICOSCI, GRACENOTE, MOONSTAR 88, and several other surprise guests—each one promising to perform their biggest hits and newest songs.In addition, a separate DJ setup will also be in place for those who’d rather dance the night away with other celebrity guests expected to make an appearance and join in the festivities.

HALLOWEEN “FIESTAVAL” Foodies are also in for a treat as MERCATO CENTRALE will be holding one of its biggest Food Bazaars at the venue and will offer party goers a wide array of choices that will satisfy all your cravings.

See coolest and sleekest cars in a special CAR SHOW that will showcase some of the most pimped out rides, exotic cars and numerous high-end custom cars.Kicking off the festivities will be GTMACCON 3 Pre-Event where Pinoy Komiks artists and Pinoy Komiks Cosplayers can meet and interact with their fans.

Other side events include Zombie Movie Marathons, street performers such magicians, stilt-walkers, mimes, fire breathers, dancers, exciting LAN Games and many more.Visit www.makatiafterdark.com for more information and sign up either as part of the Human Survivors or be among Zombie Horde. Registration Fee of Php1,000 includes souvenir event shirt, race bib, life belt, swag bag with Halloween treats, event wrist tag, and access to Hallow Fest event grounds. Registration centers are located at TOBYS ARENA GLORIETTA 2, TOBYS ARENA SM MOA, TOBYS SPORTS SHANGRI-LA MALL, and RUNNR TRINOMA. For non-runners entrance to the Festival Grounds, concerts and Hallow Fest is only P500. Tickets are now available at Ticketworld Outlets and at the venue.

Like Facebook.com/makatiafterdark. Follow them on Twitter @makatiafterdark and share your photos on Instagram: makatiafterdark and use the hashtag #makatiafterdark

*** About J.R. Usi Presents John Richard Usi a.k.a. J.R. Usi is a Filipino-American based in Las Vegas, Nevada and Los Angeles, California. His vast experience in the U.S. mainstream entertainment industry as a promoter and booking agent has allowed him to establish solid personal relationships with some of the top celebrities and musical performers in Hollywood. Makati After Dark is the first in a series of grand outdoor events and street festivals scheduled for the coming year with the goal of bringing iconic musicians and artists who have yet to perform in the Philippines.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 + Gear is finally in the Philippines

Last September 26, 2013, Samsung Philippines launched the arriving of the new Samsung Galaxy Note 3 + Gear. Early this year, after Samsung launched the Note 2 which was given a phenomenal reception by the Philippine Market, another upgrade was promptly formulated to give a much edge that will surely set apart from its leading competitor iPhone 5S.

With the members of the media, some celebrity endorsers such as Jim Paredes, Janice De Belen, Shaira Luna, Dennis Trillo and others all enjoyed to witness the awesome features of the new Note 3. With the dimensions of 5.68inches, this smart phone is quite big to be pockettable. Smart phones now a days are crossing over to the size of a tablet.

Since its becoming too big to be handled with one hand, they came with a partner gadget which the “Gear”. It is a smart watch that is completely synched with the phone. The Gear watch can actually receive text, calls and emails with one swift of finger. It even has a camera that can capture shots and video in full HD.

The feature of the Gear watch is something like let you live the life of a James Bond movie in realty. So while driving, one can receive calls and even sent important text  messages and emails without touching the phone itself. Very ideal also when you do your regular runs and get all the updates like distance, speed and laps, while the phone is safely carried in a belt pouch. The pone and gear a connected via Bluetooth.

In the launch, the host presented to the audiences another cool feature where several Note 3 phones can be synched by placing them side by side and allows to you to view a single video in all units as one merged viewing screen. Now, how cool is that!

Get the new Samsung Galaxy Note 3 + Gear at all Samsung accredited distributors scattered all over the country. The starting SRP for the Phone is P36,990 and the Gear is P13,990. Apparently, not all Samsung Distributors carry the Gear yet, so if you want to buy the phone, you need to wait for a while the Gear will be available.

For a more Specific details of its basic features, here are its specs:
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 SM-N9005 specs:
5.68-inch full HD Super AMOLED display @ 1920×1080 pixels, 388ppi
Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 2.265GHz quad-core
Adreno 330 Graphics
3GB RAM
32GB, 64GB internal storage
up to 64GB via microSD card
LTE Category 4 150Mbps
WiFi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0
NFC
IR Blaster
GPS w/ aGPS support, GLONASS
13MP rear camera, BSI sensor
1080p @ 60fps
1.9MP front-facing camera
1080p video @ 30fps
3200mAh Li-Ion battery
8.3mm thin
168 grams
Android 4.3 Jellybean

adiZero Primeknit now available in new exciting colours this season

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Manila, October 15th, 2013: The new adiZero Primeknit 2.0, the first one-piece upper Performance running shoe, is being rolled out in new exciting colours this Fall/Winter season for both men and women.

Using the latest design tools with a new seamless engineering technology, adidas has created a first-of-its-kind running shoe. While traditional sports shoes are constructed from several different pieces, this breakthrough method digitally knits the entire upper in just one piece. Knitting fused yarn fine-tunes the exact amount of flexibility and support needed in every part of the shoe. There is no lining or reinforcements – the strength comes from the fused yarn, digitally-knitted in distinct grid patterns to provide ventilation. This all means lightweight comfort that wraps seamlessly around your foot, whilst fewer materials produce less waste.

James Carnes, Head of Design for Sport Performance at adidas, said, “We are constantly innovating to bring superior performance products to the greatest athletes in the world.  In designing the adizero Primeknit, our goal was to completely rethink how footwear is engineered, with a keen eye on sustainable construction.  This revolutionary design will forever change the way we engineer shoes, combining both premium innovation and maximum performance benefits.”

The adiZero Primeknit collection will be available at adidas Bonifacio Global City starting October 18, 2013 at PHP8295. A total of six colorways will launch in the Philippines, starting with the White and Pink models, followed by four more in November to January 2014.

Follow www.facebook.com/adidasPH for more information.

UNIQLO’s Life Wear: The Fall and Winter Collection for 2013

UNIQLO, the leading casual apparel in Japan and quickly gaining popularity in many parts of the world is likewise capturing Filipino’s niche in clothing and everyday life style. With over a year after their first opening at SM Mall of Asia last June 2012, this clothing giant has grown tremendously with opening of their six other branches in Metro Manila and Pampanga. And soon, a much bigger branch is currently under construction in SM Mega Mall, making it the seventh Uniqlo store.

Other than Uniqlo’s fast growing stores, they are also celebrating the newest line of clothing that promotes “Life Wear”. It’s simply clothes for a better life for everyone, everyday. The line focuses on the comfort, style, design and affordability that fit to the everyday lifestyle of every Filipino. Each clothing segment of Uniqlo represents a symbol for a specific use or style. So the next time you visit a uniqlo Store, you will notice square red symbol for every clothing project. Take for example, the HEATTECH. These are clothing that adapts to the wearer and that makes you feel like it’s your second skin. Very ideal as thermal under-garment but can be worn independently on its own because of its stylish colors and design.

The ULTRA LIGHT DOWN, are jackets and vest made with Down-filling for a more warm comfort. Best use in much colder climate. It is transition clothing from a warm environment to a colder outdoor environment. For those who want to dress-up a bit in a warm Sunday afternoon, the SILK line offers different types of design that will fit every occasion. It is best describe as Contemporary Luxury.

The COTTON FLANNEL is something that is highly versatile. It’s fun, very functional and yet very stylish and can be worn with other pattern and matching. The ULTRA STRETCH JEANS are a collection of different styles of stretchable fabric. The colors and designs come in different variants. Jeans which can be worn in casual occasion or can be worn in business type of events.

The WARM EASY PANTS are working pants. These made from very warm fabric, best worn for working environment particularly out-doors. For Uniqlo, it is the ultimate casual trousers. Made form special type of nylon fabric use in outdoor and mountaineering activities. They water proof and windproof. Ideal for the daily commuters who just get up and go and not be bothered by ironing.

The LEGGING PANTS is my personal favorite. It is so comfortable and so light that you can practically do a lot of things with it and will not limit your movements. These pants deliver a more natural feel and organic texture that allows the wearer do just much about everything. It offers much hold and support and not be bothered of pulling them up once in a while.

The rest of the Uniqlo’s Life Wear symbols are very much visible in all Uniqlo store. You can check them out and fit the right type of clothing that is right for you. There are six branches of Uniqlo scattered all over the metro, strategically located in selected SM and Ayala mall branches. Pretty soon, SM Mega Mall branch will be opening with a space that is larger than life. 

My Run United Philippine Marathon Journey for 2013 is now complete…

Last year, I really felt so bad when I was not able to run at Run United Philippine Marathon - RUPM 2012. I was scheduled to go to Mindanao for a work-related trip and my return flight was exactly just a day before RUPM, practically just a few hours before gun time. So, when I left for Manila, I made sure to set everything in gym bag including my shorts, shirt, energy gels, race-bibs, etc. and I placed it near our door, so that upon my return, I will just rest a few hours and grab the bag and go. I even rehearsed that in my mind. But when it was time for me to go back home to Manila, the weather turned so bad that airport had to cancel all flights going to Manila. My flight going back was delayed for a day and my first RUPM experience was simply snatched from me by a natural calamity. A lesson learned. Never schedule a running event very close to work out of town trip.  

This year, after a couple of few marathons I did early this year, I thought I’m ready to do another one before the year ends, so I registered at the Milo Marathon via a group registration in our office. So confident that I’m secured for a 42k slot, I began to do some vigorous training. But after a week, just a few weeks before Milo Marathon, I was informed that my registration was down-graded to 21k, because there was no more 42ks available. It turned out that the liaison who supposed to submit our registration failed to submit it on time to RunRio. My disappointment lasted for a week. But then, I need to psych myself to positive vibes before a long run, even if it’s just 21k. After that, I thought, the last chance I have left this year is the RUPM. So, I made it a point to complete the first two legs of the trilogy so I can have the three piece medal. As a Runner Blogger, RunRio is so generous to grant us (media) with free race kits so we can promote the running event in the social media.  For three years running in Run United and blogging their events, this was the usual practice. 

As the days drew closer to RUPM, I was getting news that the 42k slots are running fast, I thought that maybe RunRio no longer need to promote it through bloggers since in the absence of it, the event was selling fast. So I thought, I have to register on my own before I run out of slots, again. But unexpectedly, RunRio announced a bloggers event for RUPM, just over a week before the race day. To our delight, most of my media friends, including me, didn’t bother to register anymore since every media event of RunRio, there are always a race kit prepared for us. And so I thought. The media event went through the usual program, a review of last years’ RUPM and some new elements Active Health prepared for this year, including the launching of the newest product of Unilab; the Active Health Energy Gel. In the launch, they even had everyone to get a first taste of the gel and invited us all to a blogging contest about it. 

Soon after the event was over, Coach Rio dela Cruz announced that the 42k slot was 100% sold out. So it means, there’s no more left for us. From that breaking news, everyone was bit disappointed, because even if we decide to buy, there was no more left for sale. So I guess this was another RUPM failure for me.  Exactly five days to go before the run, I accepted the reality that I’m not going to run on October 6. In desperate attempts, I even asked around all over social media if there was one who’s selling their race bibs for RU, but with no avail.  Surprisingly, just two days before RU, my running blogger friend Rene Villarta of JazzRunner.com messaged me about a RUPM race kit for sale. Without blinking an eyelid, I met up with him to buy the kit at P1,300 only. I’m so happy to get it at cost because he told me that there were race kits for sale in the black market in exorbitant rates ranging from P1,500 to P2,000 and they’re all selling like hot-cakes. And so, after several days of desperation, I finally ran in RUPM after all. 

Last October 6, 2013, I crossed the finish line with a brand new personal record for a full marathon; 4:39:25.

Run Untied Philippine Marathon. An elusive running event which I finally bagged and added up to my running list this 2013.

Dell E-lab supports Children's Joy Foundation

Dell Philippines, the leader in innovative technology and services continues its mission in bringing technology to the very least of individuals who cannot afford to access the knowledge on the latest information technology. They provide grant funding and services to the students of Children’s Joy Foundation, a half way facility that houses neglected, abandoned and surrendered children. 

The foundation provides support to undeserved children through educational assistance by sending them to school and providing all their school needs. On top of these benefits, they also provide computer literacy program that is being offered in the center, through the generous contribution of Dell Philippines. 

Last September 19, 2013, Dell announced the launching of the Dell E-lab installed at the Foundation’s center in Quezon City. It is composed of Dell desk-top computer equipped with internet access and basic software where students can learn to do research using the power of the computer. Dell even extends its generosity by providing literacy services where Dell employees volunteer their hours on a tutorial one-on-one classes with the children.

“The Children’s Joy Foundation would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dell Philippines for choosing us to be a recipient of the Dell Powering the Possible grant. It allowed us to set up two computer laboratories that will benefit 1,210 children and youth in Metro Manila and Davao City. The program can provide them with computer skills that would help them find a job in the future” Shares Ms. Rose Dimagnaong, Executive Director – Children’s Joy Foundation.

Soon after, Mr. Richard Teo, President of Dell Philippines also expresses his eagerness of support to the foundation. “We are proud to partner with Children’s joy Foundation to support its effort to empower youth through computer literacy. This program will focus on providing opportunities to youth in marginalized communities who have the eagerness, interest and aptitude by are limited by circumstances and resources to fulfill their passion. We have set up a few computer lab at CJFI in the Philippines and the Quezon City is just one them. We expect to bring of the program to even more children overtime. Our strategic Dell giving program targets foundations focused on youth learning Children with Cancer, disaster relief and social entrepreneurship. Dell contributes one percent of its after tax profit to non-profit organizations doing work in the communities where our employees live and work.” 

Dell continues to fulfill its missions through its corporate social responsibility by helping groups and underprivileged individuals by building their capacity to do more. Earlier this year Dell also awarded a grant to Child Hope Asia Philippines through the “Empowering the Possible” Program.   

Seafood Island Celebrates National Boodle Day

September is a special month for Seafood Island as it celebrates National Boodle Day. For a short backgrounder, Boodle Fight is a military term or military eating culture where food of different kinds are placed on a long table covered only with banana leaves with no forks, spoon or even plates. Everyone is encouraged to just dig in and eat whatever they want. 

Seafood Island is just one of the very few restaurants which offers “boodle-fight” dishes. It offers several variety of dishes from different regions in the Philippines. One particular selection is the Dagupan Boodle which consist of rice, mixed vegetables and fried boneless  milk-fish or Bangus which the city of Dagupan is quite famous for. 

The ever dynamic duo, Milo and Johanne

Among the many branches of Seafood Island scattered all over the country, The Seafood Island Market Market in Bonifacio Global City has a distinct feature. Every night, the guests of the restaurant are entertained an exceptional duo. They are Milo and Johanne, the versatile and dynamic tandem of Seafood Island where guests are treated with their classic comical antics and singing prowess that will make the costumers laugh their heart out. Live bands are also featured in this particular branch. So if you love reggae music, then one Friday night in Seafood Island is definitely a treat to the whole family and friends. 

Seafood Island own version of Buritos. Filipino Style...

The National Boodle Day is not just a celebration of Food but it is also a celebration of Filipino Culture where everyone is invited to dig in and eat together as one closely knitted family. On ordinary days the boodle will cost at around P1,200 but on National Boodles Day, the whole barkada can enjoy the best of all 7,100 island in the Philippines for only P999. 

One of the featured band with some reggea music...

So in the next payday, everyone is invited to schedule a Friday night treat of Boodle Fight at Seafood Island Market Market. To entice the pallet of everyone, here are some pictures that will surely tempt you to a lip-smacking treat. 

The Dagupan Boodle...

The Boracay Boodle...

The Davao Boodle...