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ON THE
COVER
The weather and the seasons have been acting crazy
and more people have become conscious about the
current environmental situation. Everyone has to be
wiser and more practical. We’ve found that TV host
and model Bianca Gonzales has a few ideas to share
on the matter. Being an environmentalist in her own
right, she humbly shares that every bit of effort counts.
We hope that after browsing through the pages of
this magazine, you too will be inspired to become an
advocate for Mother Earth.
Publisher
KEVIN TAN
E D I T O R ’ S N O TE
Managing Director/ Editor-In-Chief
TEFEL PESIGAN-VALENTINO
Green is definitely the new black. Never before in history has it been more hip
and relevant to be earth-friendly. But how do we progress from spouting empty
buzzwords to cultivating a real ecological conscience? What does it really take to
become an environmentalist?
Marketing Director/Deputy Editor
TINAY MAGTIRA
Creative Director
ANGELICA ROBLEZA
Quite honestly, it was as daunting a question for us as it surely has been for
everyone else who has asked themselves the same. As we worked on this issue
of the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Magazine and saw the different sections come
together, you could say we were enlightened. We came to understand that being
an Earth advocate does not exclusively entail huge feats and difficult sacrifices.
In fact, it’s the little things that make the abstract concept of environmentalism
tangible in our daily lives, shaping the choices we make—from the personal, like
the food we eat and products we buy, to the way we conduct our business.
In the succeeding pages you will read about how Megaworld is committed to
this worthy cause. The wide open spaces and nature-infused design of our
lifestyle malls alone show our respect and reverence for all things green. Our
cover girl Bianca Gonzalez, a nature-lover herself, is a big fan. In her interview
she also talks about the positive ripple effect from small deeds of kindness to
nature and how it’s possible for everyone to be agents of change. We at
Megaworld would like to help you do just that. Read on to find out why support
for our lifestyle malls and our partners is support for Mother Earth as well. You
may even be surprised on how some of your favorite shops and restaurants are
committed to caring for the environment. The “green” lifestyle is indeed
fashionable, fun, and healthy with Megaworld Lifestyle Malls.
In this issue, we’d like to give you a little gift: the small packet of tomato seeds
included inside. May these seeds start you out on your own journey towards
becoming an Earth advocate.
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Here’s to taking tiny steps towards a greener world!
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Contributing Artist
LISA CORNELIO
Associate Editor
CAMILLA BONTOGON
Contributing Writers
KC CABANOS
KAMAE DE JESUS
Account Executives
RAISSA ANGANGCO
IRISH MEDINA
Circulations Manager
SHARIE CAGALINGAN
W HA T’S INS ID E
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LETTER
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LOV E D
Last issue, we asked our readers to send us letters about why they love Megaworld
Lifestyle Malls and our magazine. The letter that we loved came from Elizabeth Tan
Gochuico, telling us that she loved our magazine from cover to cover, truly enticed by our
irresistibly tempting summer fashion finds and eats! Elizabeth took home a brand new
pair of Keds shoes from Complex at Eastwood Mall.
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Megaworld Lifestyle Malls: Agents of Change
The Little Red Fruit
Cover Story: Bianca Gonzalez
Outfit of the Day
Recipes for Midday Munch
A Tale of a Weekday Warrior
In Focus: Weekend Gourmet Market
In Focus: Lucky Chinatown Cinemas
Your thoughts are important to us. Send us your feedback at Megaworld.cares@gmail.
com or call us at 0917-8380101.
Write me an email at [email protected] and tell us what you liked about our
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MOTHER EARTH
HAS FOUND A CHAMPION
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any Megaworld Lifestyle Malls retail
partners adhere to and advocate eco-friendly
practices above those espoused by the
management. And fashion has indeed
grown a conscience. Eco-chic is the current
buzzword in fashion, and for good reason!
Never before have there been a greater need
to change our ways and undo centuries of
damage levied on the planet. Leading the way in making and
advocating environmentally ethical choices is a growing breed of
fashion-savvy and environmentally-conscious clientele that opt
for brands and products that are Earth-friendly.
Shop for earth-friendly fashion in Eastwood Mall, Newport Mall
at Resorts World Manila and Lucky Chinatown, home of the best
eco-chic stores in the country!
astwood City, for instance, is designed as a thoroughly
green property with sprawling open spaces and lush
greenery. This design serves a decorative as well as
practical purpose, providing cool and fresh air for
everybody to enjoy, especially those who prefer dining
al fresco in one of the property’s many restaurants.
More than its impressive architecture, Eastwood Mall
was built with an Exterior Insulation Finishing System
(EIFS). Think of EIFS as a thermal blanket that
wraps around Eastwood Mall’s building exterior.
The system insulates from the outside in, hindering
heat infiltration, stabilizing Eastwood Mall’s interior
environment and reducing energy consumption due
to reduced air conditioning compressor operation.
This makes the Eastwood Mall structure
exceptionally energy efficient.any Megaworld Lifestyle Malls tenants
adhere to and advocate eco-friendly
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JEWELMER
ROLEX
Prestige brand Rolex created the Rolex
Awards for Enterprise in 1976, to
commemorate the 50th anniversary of the
Oyster chronometer, the world’s first
waterproof watch. The award is presented
every two years and honors extraordinary
individuals who possess the courage and
conviction to take on major challenges.
Each Rolex Award for Enterprise is given
for a new or ongoing project anywhere in
the world dedicated to improving lives or
protecting the world’s natural and cultural
heritage. Alexis Belonio was the first Filipino
to receive the Rolex Award for Enterprise
in 2008 for his low-cost and environmentfriendly rice husk stove invention.
Likewise, Filipina Reese Fernandez
received the Young Laureates Award last
2010 for Rags2Riches, an organization
helping impoverished women earn a decent
wage by upcycling wastes and turning it into
high-value, elegant “eco-ethical” products.
As the leading producer of Philippine South Sea pearls, Jewelmer’s
relationship with the environment
has always been symbiotic. For
over three decades, they have been
engaging in a non-extractive process
in cultivating pearls. This means
that they employ as little human intervention as possible. Jewelmer has been
successful in striking a balance between profitability and sustainability. In its
Palawan pearl farm, for instance, everything is bio-friendly, bio-active, and
bio-regenerative. The farm is equipped with solar panels and makes use of
coco diesel. The result is not just an unspoiled and protected shelter for the
pearl-producing oysters, but for the myriad of marine species that likewise
call it home.
Jewelmer is located at the 2nd Floor of Eastwood Mall.
LE TEMPS
Rolex is located at the Ground Floor of
Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila.
SUNGLASS HUT
Sunglass Hut is a great advocate of
sustainable practices. One of its most
popular brands is Revo: Polarize Your
Life, which is known for turning trash into
treasure by re-using selected frames to produce
new ones. The frame’s material is made from
100% recycled pre-consumer polymer resins.
View Mother Nature’s beauty behind ecoconscious sunglasses!
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Sunglass Hut is located
at the Ground Floor of
Lucky Chinatown and
at the Ground Floor of
Newport Mall at Resorts
World Manila.
Shopping at Le Temps is a vote for Mother
Earth. The luxurious Le Temps uses recyclable paper bags instead of harmful plastics.
Minimal lighting is also used especially during
the lean hours of operation. It’s also part of
their policy to turn down air conditioners to
lessen the condensation on the cooling coils
and drain pans, preventing the production of
microorganisms and molds which can cause
damaging effects to the lungs.
Le Temps is located at the Ground
Floor of Newport Mall at Resorts
World Manila.
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BOSS GREEN
GIORDANO
Boss Green has carved its own niche
for seamlessly combining lifestyle
and sports through its premiere
sportswear for both men and
women. It now also adds a conservational element to its range of
products by using high-performance,
eco-friendly S-café materials, an
innovation created using coffee
beans, which has added features of
odor-control and UV protection.
In line with its “Salute the Ocean Collection”, Giordano has partnered with
the UP Marine Biological Society. Part
of the sales of the collection will be
earmarked for the Coastal Clean-Up
Activity at Puerto Galera. The project
aims to rid the beaches and shoreline
of trash and other debris. Stay in
fashion while being eco-friendly at the
same time with Giordano!
Hugo Boss is located at the
Ground Floor of Newport Mall
at Resorts World Manila.
KATE SPADE
Kate Spade marries luxury with the
eco-friendly Bon Shopper tote bags.
This chic collection is made entirely
of organic fabric cotton poplin coated in
enamel for durability. Another Kate Spade
eco-luxe product is the canvas tote bag.
Made of woven twill, the tote bears Kate
Spade’s signature classy design, with an
interior boasting of a roomy compartment,
two multifunctional slip pockets, and one
zippered section.
Kate Spade is located at the Ground
Floor of Newport Mall at Resorts
World Manila, and at 158 Designer’s
Blvd. at the Ground Floor of
Eastwood Mall.
MANGO
THE TRAVEL CLUB
The Travel Club journeys to a healthier Earth by producing
unique and fashionable bags made entirely from recycled
bottles coated in canvas made of organic cotton and azo-free
dyes. In addition to this, its Urban Junket Tote bag makes use
of pure organic vegetable dyes for the lining. The spacious interior of the bag features internal pockets with two cellphone/
device compartments, a pen holder, a zipper pocket, durable
double-stitched handles, an adjustable shoulder strap, and a
detachable business card or electronic card holder.
The Travel Club is located at the 3rd Floor of
Eastwood Mall, 3rd Floor of Newport Mall at
Resorts World Manila and at the 2nd Floor of
Lucky Chinatown.
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International fashion brand MANGO
carries the esteemed Made in Green
certification from AITEX, a non-profit
organization in Spain established in 1985.
This seal is awarded to companies that
follow the strictest environmental and
health standards in manufacturing.
MANGO is a staunch advocate
of producing only eco-friendly
textiles and accessories.
Mango is located at the Ground Floor
of Eastwood Mall, 3rd Floor of Newport
Mall at Resorts World Manila and at the
Ground Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
SECTOR 9
Sector 9, the specialty shop for skateboards,
longboards, and other related skate products
recently held Sector 9 Push Don’t Pollute:
Ride with Pride, which is now on its third
year. The project successfully combined its
advocacies: skateboarding, environmentalism,
health, and even social reform. Aside from
providing skateboarders with the perfect
venue to skate and express their
solidarity as a community, the event
served as a platform to promote
alternative non-polluting transport
systems in the metro and to push for
change in the urban landscape to
accommodate more bike lanes, which
equally benefit skateboarders.
Giordano is located at the 2nd
Floor of Eastwood Mall, 3rd
Floor of Newport Mall at Resorts
World Manila and at the 2nd
Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
Sector 9 is located at Five-O Skate shop at Burgos Circle at Forbes Town Center.
PENSHOPPE
Under the company GOLDEN ABC, the
company commitment to nation-building is
protecting the environment we live in. They
have executed energy efficiency measures and
environmentally friendly practices in stores and have
embedded it in their corporate operations through their
CSR platform by partnering with WWF-Philippines in
Environmental Education.
These brands are also using paper bags but for some stores
they have been using oxo-biodegradable plastics for a number of years. This is the latest in plastic degrading technology
and has distinct advantages over biodegradable plastic bags. Oxo-biodegradable plastic degrades best when it becomes
litter. If the plastic is used properly it will also last many
years, but once it becomes litter it could degrade in under
12 months. Oxo-biodegradable plastic will also not release
methane as it degrades.
Penshoppe is located at the 2nd Floor
of Eastwood Mall, and at the 3rd
Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
In previous years, Penshoppe also recycled its old billboard tarpaulins through a campaign “Bag-a-billboard.
Save-a-planet.” and made them into tote bags instead
of just disposing of them randomly. Recycling these
billboards for store promos, sponsorships and event
freebies ensured that these materials don’t go to waste.
BENCH
Bench joins the green campaign by encouraging shoppers
to bring their own shopping
bags on Wednesdays. When
purchasing any store item on
Wednesdays, Bench paper and
plastic bags requested at the
counter will be billed accordingly to the customer and proceeds will go to the ABS-CBN
Foundation.
Bench is located at the
2nd Floor of Eastwood
Mall, 2nd Floor of Lucky
Chinatown and at the 3rd
Floor of Newport Mall at
Resorts World Manila.
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CALL IT SPRING
Call It Spring’s current campaign “Be Green” promotes the use of oxo-biodegradable plastics, which degrade within 24 months after disposal. To eliminate
the need for plastic altogether, Call
It Spring ingeniously attaches shoe
strings to its shoe boxes, turning it
into an alternative shopping bag.
THE FACE SHOP
South Korean beauty
brand The Face Shop
only carries cosmetics
and skin care products
made from natural ingredients and with minimal chemicals. It serves
a twofold purpose of
minimizing chemical
exposure to the skin as
well as the risk to the
environment. The Face
Shop products are also
hypo-allergenic and
packaged with recycled
materials.
Call it Spring is located at the 3rd Floor of Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila.
CROCS
Crocs is making this world a colorful place to live in more ways
than one. The global footwear
brand has been a partner of Soles4Souls charity since 2005. One
of their programs is to give slightly
used Crocs a new lease on life by
sending it over to people from impoverished countries. Another one of their
projects is providing shoes for less fortunate
children. Crocs Philippines has also ceased the use
of plastic packaging in all its stores, opting instead for recyclable bags.
100% comfortable. The Shucoon collection features a molded rubber outsole with
pressed canvas and comes in a suitably
fashionable recycled packaging.
Brazilian Flip flop
brand Havaianas is
taking a leap towards
saving Mother Earth.
Through its partnership with the Institute
of Ecological Research,
seven percent of the
Havaianas IPE Sandal sales goes to the
preservation of the Atlantic Forest, the
Amazon, and the Panantal. The company
is helping to finance a marine biodiversity
project on the coast of Brazil, made
possible through an alliance with Conservation International. To add to these efforts,
the company invests on scientific researches
for the management of protected marine
reserves. It also supports inventories,
monitoring and other studies being done
on Brazilian ecosystems, focusing on the
Abrolhos Seascape.
Cushe is located at the 3rd Floor of
Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila.
All Flip Flops is located at the 2nd
Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
Crocs is located at the 3rd Floor of Eastwood Mall and at the 2nd Floor
of Lucky Chinatown.
CUSHE
An eco-friendly footwear from
Cushe is out on the market! From its
C.L.I.M.A.T.E (Contains Low Impact
Materials and Thinking Environmentally) label comes Shucoon, stylish,
unique, and enviroriginal. It is made of
organic cotton and hemp with neoprene
lining. The micro fiber also makes it
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ALL FLIP-FLOPS
HAVAIANAS
The Face Shop
is located at the
Ground Floor of
Eastwood Mall and
at the 3rd Floor
of Newport Mall
at Resorts World
Manila.
BEAUTY BAR
Beauty Bar, one of the most esteemed beauty
boutiques in the country, proudly carries
brands with a conscience. For instance, Human
Nature, producers of natural beauty products,
has an ongoing partnership with the Gawad
Kalinga Foundation, as well as with organic
Filipino farming communities, providing them
with a sustainable livelihood and helping them
become world-class farmers and producers. On
the other hand, Mir & Ryvi, makers of beauty
soaps and other beauty care products, uses
only safe and naturally formulated ingredients
sourced from organic farms certified by the
Organic Certification Center of the Philippines.
Beauty Bar is located at the Ground Floor
of Eastwood Mall and at the Ground
Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
THE BODY SHOP
The Body Shop has a strong heritage of pioneering new activities from its “Against Animal
Testing” policy to being the first international beauty brand to launch an eco-consious product
standard. To let your hair truly be your crowning glory, they have introduced the Rainforest
Hair Care which promises gorgeous hair as nature intended. The produce in the Rainforest
collection do not contain parabens, colorants and silicones, common chemicals found in most
hair care products. In addition, there are no sulphates in the Rainforest Shampoo. The
products meet strict eco-conscious standard, which mean they are readily biodegradable,
respectful to the aquatic environment and the packaging uses recycled materials wherever
practical.
The Body Shop is located at the Ground Floor of Eastwood Mall
and at the 3rd Floor of Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila.
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STARBUCKS
ME & U
The adorable couple-themed novelties store Me&U is
known as the place for one-of-a-kind gifts. What is less
known yet equally admirable about Me&U is its commitment to sustainable practices. The store is currently
weaning itself off the use of plastic as packaging. For
small packages, pouch bags made from kraft paper are
used, while canvas bags are used for pillows and similar
items. All these are designed to be sturdy and attractive
as a way of encouraging the clients to reuse it as much
as they can. By September of this year, Me&U expects
to be completely plastic-free.
Starbucks introduced “Grounds for Your
Garden” which provides interested customers with complimentary five-pound
(2.27-kilogram) bags of soil-enriching coffee grounds. Where commercial composting is available, many stores are able to
divert any remaining coffee grounds and
food waste from the landfill as well. These
grounds will make excellent compost
when you plant the tomato seeds that
came with this magazine! This is part of
their commitment to significantly reduce
and divert the waste their stores generate,
and recycling is just one way in which we
do this.
Starbucks is located at the 4th Floor
of Eastwood Mall, Eastwood Mall
Open Park, at the Ground Floor of
Eastwood Citywalk, at the Ground
Floor of Lucky Chinatown and at
the 2nd Floor of Newport Mall at
Resorts World Manila.
BEABI
Beabi is located at the 3rd Floor of Eastwood Mall and at the Ground
Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
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Crisostomo, a restaurant rich in culture
and savory dishes, has taken a step towards a greener Earth. Crisostomo makes
use of organic vegetables which is as good
for the body as it is for the environment.
Organic vegetable farming improves soil
quality and prevents erosion. Its produce
also contains higher levels of antioxidants
and polyphenols and has none of the
harmful pesticides that can strike people
with weaker immune systems.
LITTLE ASIA
While the restaurant is renowned for its
distinct and delicious flavor, Little Asia has
been an advocate to protecting the environment since Day 1. The company practices
strict implementation of proper waste segregation, restricts the unnecessary printing of
messages to save paper and electricity and opts
to use energy-saving LED lights instead of halogen
bulbs. Their efforts have paved way and this
commitment was recognized by the Quezon City
Crisostomo is located at the 2nd Floor of
government in 2009. They were awarded the
Eastwood Mall Veranda and at the 2nd Floor
Bronze Garbologist Certificate in the DENR’s
of Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila.
Zero Basura Olympics.
Me & U is
located at
the 3rd Floor
of Eastwood
Mall.
Ideal, simple, and
true, these are the
bywords of Beabi, a
lifestyle concept store
that offers a wide array of
multi-functional travel and storage accessories, such as bags, toiletry kits, and multi-purpose containers. The
products, though reasonably-priced, are made from quality materials and can
withstand the rigors of frequent travel. Beabi espouses the beauty in organization. In today’s fast-paced world, people are constantly looking for ways to
keep their lives in order while still being mindful of the world we live in. The
products are meant to be reused and recycled, not disposed of, to help save
the environment. Beabi lets you have all of this, and be stylish while at it.
CRISOSTOMO
CIBO
Restauranteur Gaita Fores is very passionate
about all things organic. Her Italian restaurant chain Cibo uses only organic eggs,
lettuce, herbs, chicken and many other
ingredients, which are sourced locally.
Organic is generally more expensive than
regular produce and while it affects the
restaurants’ profits, it’s her way of helping
the environment and local organic farmers, a
sacrifice well worth it.
Cibo is located at the 2nd Floor of
Eastwood Mall and opening soon at
the 3rd Floor of Lucky Chinatown.
VILLA DEL CONTE
Villa del Conte, makers of delectable
artisan chocolates and confectionary
masterpieces, has eschewed the use of
plastic packaging, relying instead on
reusable paper bags and reusable fancy
boxes, which are good enough to be
repurposed as jewelry boxes, scrapbook
kits, and many others.
Villa Del Conte is located at the
Ground Floor of Newport Mall at
Resorts World Manila.
Little Asia is located
at the Ground Floor
of Venice Piazza
at McKinley Hill
and at the Lucky
Chinatown Walk.
PARMIGIANO
Taste the flavors of Italy at Parmigiano. Its excellent menu is not the only thing that is worthy of
note. Simple efforts to help the environment such
as proper waste segregation and water conservation are strictly implemented by the management
and employees of the restaurant.
Parmigiano is located at the 2nd Floor of
Newport Mall at Resorts World Manila.
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plant makes a difference. Plants are the backbone of all
life on Earth and an essential resource for human wellbeing. Just think about how your everyday life depends on
plants.
The main importance of plants in our lives is that they
take in Carbon Dioxide (CO2) that we breathe out and in
place they let out oxygen which we breathe in. Without
plants we would run out of oxygen and die very quickly.
This applies not just to us humans but to all animals as
well.
THE LITTLE
Red Fruit
Tomatoes are one of the most important plants in human nourishment, which can be consumed fresh or as an ingredient in
various dishes and is considered the most consumed vegetable
after the potato. Tasty and almost indispensable in the kitchen,
the tomato has many beneficial health characteristics. Together with this issue of Megaworld Lifestyle Malls magazine
is a small packet of tomato seeds which you can grow in your
own backyard. The tomato is considered the “queen” of garden
crops, both for its beneficial effects on health, and for its color,
improving all the gastronomy. The nutritional value of a tomato
is much higher and has a more intense flavor when grown in
gardens.
Everything we eat comes directly or indirectly from plants
and approximately 7,000 different plant species have been
used as food by humans. And with tomatoes, there are
over 100 dishes you can come up with, starting from appetizers like a Tomato Bruschetta or Nachos with Salsa to
various sauces for pasta & pizza, salads and entrees.
Plants also help in regulating the water cycle: they help
distribute and purify the planet’s water. They also help
move water from the soil to the atmosphere through a
process called transpiration. One-quarter of all prescription drugs come directly from or are derivatives of plants.
Additionally, four out of five people around the world today rely on plants for primary health care. Of course, aside
from humans’ various uses of plants, plants make up the
backbone of all habitats. Other species of fish and wildlife
also depend on plants for food and shelter.
The fact that plants help balance the ecosystem and ultimately lend a hand, or rather branch, in reversing the mess
we have created is a blessing. As previously mentioned,
every plant makes a difference and that means every person who plants something also makes that difference. It is
easier than you think to do your part in the endeavor to be
green and live healthy.
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls believe that caring for the environment
goes hand in hand with taking care of your health and wellness,
that’s why we are giving away these tomato seeds. Your health is
directly related to the health of the environment you live in. You
can start with a simple tomato plant in your own backyard and
choose a new lifestyle that will improve your health and in turn
provide better alternatives for a healthier and happier planet.
Health
benefits of tomatoes
have been known to
mankind since ages. Here
are other health benefits
from the world’s most
famous fruit:
Here are quick steps on how to grow the
tomato seeds – good luck!
Prepare your pots. Make sure they are
clean and ready to be used. If you have
used the pots before for other plants, soak
them in a 1 part bleach and 9 parts water
solution for 10 minutes and rinse.
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Fill the pots with potting compost. You
can also use equal parts peat and sharp
sand to start the tomatoes in.
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Place the tomato seeds 1 inch apart
from each other. You can place as many
seeds as you fit in a single pot as long as they
are 1 inch apart.
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Cover the seeds with a thin layer of potting compost and press it down lightly.
Cover the top with a piece of plastic or
cardboard to hold heat and moisture in
and place the pot in a warm room. A sunny
window sill in a warm room is perfect.
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Water the seeds occasionally to keep
the soil a little damp. You don’t want
the soil to dry out but don’t over water the
seeds either. It will take about two weeks
for the seeds to germinate.
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Remove cover when the seedlings
appear and place in a well lit area.
Transplant the seedlings when their
leaves appear. Prepare a pot for each
seedling. Gently grasp the seedling and pull
upward to remove it from the soil. It should
come easily. Plant the seedling in the new
pot and allow to mature.
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Transplant the tomato plants again
when they have filled the second pot
with roots. They should measure about
5-inches tall at this point. You can either
plant the tomatoes in your garden or transfer them to their final pot. A 10-inch pot is
perfect as a final pot for most tomato plants.
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Sources: http://www.liveandfeel.com/vegetables/Tomato.html, http://www.ehow.com/
how_2240032_grow-tomato-seeds.html
Abundant
Source of
Antioxidants:
Tomatoes contain a lot of
vitamins A and C, mostly
because of beta-carotene,
and these vitamins act as
an anti-oxidant, working
to neutralize dangerous free
radicals in the blood stream.
These dangerous free radicals
can cause cell damage. And keep in
mind, the more red the tomato, the more
beta-carotene it contains. Also, remember that
cooking destroys much of vitamin C, so stick with raw
tomatoes for these benefits.
Reduces Cholesterol and Protects Heart:
The lycopene in tomato prevents serum lipid oxidation, thus
exerting protective effect against cardiovascular diseases.
The regular consumption of tomato has proved to decrease
the levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.
These lipids are the key culprits in cardiovascular diseases
and lead to deposition of fats in the blood vessels.
Counters the Effect of Cigarette Smoke:
The two main components of tomatoes, coumaric acid and chlorogenic acid,
fight against nitrosamines which are produced in the body and are the main
carcinogens found in cigarette smoke.
Improves Vision:
Vitamin A, present in tomato, aids in improving vision, preventing nightblindness and macular degeneration.
Lowers Hypertension:
Daily consumption of tomatoes reduces the risk of developing hypertension.
Alleviates Diabetes:
Tomatoes also have plenty of the mineral chromium, which helps diabetics to
keep their blood sugar level under control.
Planting a tree, fruit or vegetable has always been one of the most
remarkable ideas for action against the ongoing destruction of our
natural resources. It is more common to hear the simple comment
that part of what you can actually do to help is to plant a tree. It
seems like such a simple and menial task, but the truth is, every
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GROW YOUR OWN GARDEN
For Healthy Skin: Tomato aids in maintaining healthy teeth, bones, hair and skin. Daily consumption of tomato protects the skin against UV-induced erythema. Tomato
ranks high in preparation of anti-aging products.
Sources: http://www.bgci.org/plantconservationday/whyplantsimportant/
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BIANCA
gONZALEZ
“IF ANY REGULAR
PERSON CAN
INFLUENCE ONE,
TWO, THREE
OR FIVE PEOPLE
AROUND THEM
THEN THAT’S AS
BIG AN EFFECT A
CELEBRITY CAN
MAKE.”
It’s Easy Being Green
IN SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT, BIANCA GONZALEZ KNOWS THAT THE LITTLE THINGS COUNT.
THE MEDIA DARLING, SOCIAL-NETWORK MAVEN, AND ALL-AROUND ROLE MODEL TELLS
MEGAWORLD LIFESTYLE MALLS OF HER ADVOCACY, AND HOW THE ECO-FRIENDLY LIFESTYLE IS
SECOND NATURE TO HER.
With modesty that has become an inextricable part of her mass appeal—and perhaps even the essence of it, Bianca Gonzalez is quick to downplay her own celebrity status. In truth, she is one of the
few local media personalities whose presence cuts a wide swath in television, print, and the World
Wide Web via her blog and her Twitter account with 1.5 million-strong followers.
Throughout her successful career as a model, host, newspaper columnist, magazine editor-at-large,
and even as an erstwhile reality TV contestant, she has cultivated a refreshingly wholesome and
positive image. The woman behind this public persona is not at all different, if only more nuanced.
Away from the glare of studio lights and in the World Wide Web, she is at her most candid. Both in
her blog and in her frequent Tweets, she comes across as a girl with a good head on her shoulders,
sometimes amusing, but always thoughtful and articulate.
Photography by: Paolo Pineda | Styled by: Angela Alarcon | Make-up by: Jigs Mayuga
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SA DAGAT AT BUNDOK
LITTLE THINGS COUNT
Her internet-savvy notwithstanding, Bianca Gonzalez is, for
better or worse, every inch a product of her time. “I think in
a way our generation is a bit unfortunate,” she says explaining
how we are living the consequences of the previous generations’
excesses and irresponsibility in terms of its relationship with the
environment. She’s “hats-off” to all the hardcore eco-warriors
and their green living, which she admits is difficult and, in some
cases, expensive. Although she doesn’t consider herself quite in
that level, Bianca is an environmentalist and an eco-advocate in
her own way. “Here in the Philippines, especially after Ondoy
and so many landslides, it’s hard not to be.”
“People think that to save the environment you have to do grand
things and change your lifestyle, but the little things amount to a
lot,” she says. She is conscious of the need for people to minimize
their ecological footprint wherever they can and speaks against
wasteful habits such as letting the water run while brushing one’s
teeth, neglecting to turn off the lights and other appliances in
empty rooms, throwing trash indiscriminately, and leaving mobile
phones charging overnight. “Little things like that, if you put it
together, it makes a huge impact,” she says. “Living with that in
mind can help.”
Heartbreaking as the devastation caused by the tropical depression
was three years ago, it certainly did a good job in bringing a
lot of pressing environmental issues
to light. Bianca takes part in efforts,
big and small, to keep these issues in
the forefront of public consciousness.
“When I started (in television) I was
put in the entertainment side, but
deep in my heart it was always current
affairs,” she admits. Thankfully, she
got her chance to dip her feet in the
more serious facet of TV. “Just recently,
I was lucky enough to be part of this
environmental documentary called Sa
Dagat at Bundok produced by ABSCBN with Kuya Kim (Atienza) and
Atom (Araullo). Basically, it made me
appreciate the Earth more, because
it was a biodiversity expedition of
scientists from California. Apparently,
we are the center of biodiversity. We are
blessed with the most diverse animal,
water, and plant life.” Regrettably, she
says, this is not thoroughly taught in
schools and not many Filipinos know
about the extent of our natural wealth.
She herself only learned about it fully
during her work on the documentary.
“The saddest part about it is that we may
be the center (of biodiversity), but we are also among the most
threatened hotspots.” The way the scientists in the expedition
put it, it means that a significant number of species of flora and
fauna are doomed to extinction even before they are discovered.
“These super important scientists from the States go out of their
way to come here, while we who live here can’t even take care of
our own backyard,” she observes.
She’s also glad that through the documentary, she got to show
the public the side of her that cares for the environment, as well
as the side that can rough it up. “Whatever projects like that I
do, if there’s any chance for me to help spread the word, I do
it, especially through social media like Twitter and Facebook or
through blogging.”
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One thing she’s very happy about is Earth Hour and the number
of watts we don’t consume in that one hour. “The Philippines is
always on the top of the list of the countries that join,” she says.
An hour out of a whole year
may not seem like a lot to some
but Bianca is quick to reiterate
that saving the environment
begins with these little choices
that we make. For instance,
she considers avoiding the use
of plastic bags as one of her
personal advocacies. Whenever
she buys something from the
grocery or convenient stores
she avoids asking for plastic
bags when she can. “I live in
Paranaque, but we’re really
close to Muntinlupa where
they have a ‘no plastic’ rule. I
see people in the supermarket,
they bring their own bags. It’s
not as hard as people think it
is. I hope all the other cities
can do that.”
Speaking with the selfsame
modesty she says, “whether
or not you’re a celebrity or
just a normal person, our
contribution (in helping the
environment) is the same,
and we can all do something.” She concedes that her work in
media gives her more opportunities to spread the word of her
advocacies but unlike big celebrities or personalities like Kuya
Kim, she doesn’t see her contributions as any bigger than a
normal person’s.
DOWNTIME
She also loves visiting malls
especially
Eastwood
Mall.
“My boyfriend has a favorite
restaurant there, Lucky Niku
Kafe on the ground floor. It’s his
super favorite. (He goes there)
like every other week,” she says.
“I like that it has a lot of outdoor
areas and for me that’s important
in a mall. It’s not like a huge
cement block that you put there
just for the sake of having a mall.
You know you can go out and
breathe fresh air. You can dine
in or dine out while breathing
fresh air.”
Her love of the outdoors seems
very fitting of her personality—
fun, unassuming, artless, and
very natural. It’s not hard to
imagine why many see her as a
good role model. In many ways,
she’s also the ideal, if unofficial,
face for environmentalism,
especially for the young, socialnetwork-addicted set.
As a testament to a lifestyle
that’s both earth-friendly and
down-to-earth, Bianca finishes
with this bit of wisdom: “To
make a difference, most people
think you have to do something
so grand or that you have to be
someone or have this big name.
You really don’t. I’m fortunate
to be in the position where I can
reach people, but if any regular
person can influence one, two,
three or five people around them
then that’s as big an effect a
celebrity can make.”
The multi-hyphenated Bianca craves for the same things nearly
every other person with busy careers hold dear: sleep and quality
time with loved ones. Being young, she’s a big fan of Republiq
and Opus, where all of her friends love to go. “I’ve had many
nights there that I don’t really remember, sa sobrang saya
nakakalimutan mo na.”
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Photography by: Paolo Pineda
Styled by: Margaux Romero
Make-up by: John Pagaduan
and Cats del Rosario
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Zip Wallet,
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Parisii Watch,
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“I DO IT OLD SCHOOL: REDUCE, REUSE AND RECYCLE. PUT THESE WORDS INTO ACTION AND SEE HOW THESE
LITTLE LIFE CHANGES CAN CAUSE SUCH A HUGE IMPACT!”
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Multi-colored
Bangles,
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Shoes,
Superga
“ECO BAGS, INSTEAD OF PLASTIC ONES, ARE A GREAT WAY TO SAVE THE PLANET – I BRING ONE WITH ME IF I
KNOW I’LL BE DOING A LOT OF SHOPPING!”
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“SINCE I GO TO SCHOOL, I PREFER TAKING THE TRAIN BECAUSE IT SAVES ME FROM TRAFFIC. I’M NOT LATE FOR
CLASS, AT THE SAME TIME, I GET TO SAVE GAS!”
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Lucky Chinatown
Gold Bangles
and Necklace,
Mango
Gray Pants,
Plains & Prints
Midday
MUNCH
Colorful Top,
F&H
Ring,
Love Diva
Accessories
Red and Blue
Wedges,
Primadonna
Make your afternoon snack a
gastronomical experience with
these recipes you can work on
yourself.
Have a feast with delicious and
healthy meals. After taking a bite
of any of these dishes, you’ll
understand why these restaurants
have regular diners. The recipes
you’ll find here were specially
concocted by the talented chefs
of Litte Asia in Venice Piazza
at McKinley Hill, Chef’s Lab in
Burgos Circle at Forbes Town
Center, and King Chef in Lucky
Chinatown.
Sling Bag,
Payless
Floral Shoes,
Kashieca
“CONTRIBUTE TO A HEALTHIER ENVIRONMENT SHOW IN MY FASHION SENSE: REUSE AND RECYCLE KEY PIECES BY
MIX AND MATCHING, AND REDUCE WASTE. IT HELPS NATURE AND IT BECOMES MY CREATIVE EXPRESSION.” - VERN
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“I APPLY THE 3 RS IN FASHION: REDUCE, REUSE AND RECYCLE CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES. AND SHARE. IT BECOMES
A CREATIVE EXPRESSION, BONDING WITH FRIENDS AND HELPS THE ENVIRONMENT.“ - VERNIECE
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Prawn and Mango Salad
Chef’s Lab
at Forbes Town Center
Celebrity chef
Bruce Lim puts
his own unique
twist in these
seemingly
ordinary dishes
at Chef’s Lab.
INGREDIENTS:
Fillet de Beef
4 pcs Medium Size Prawn
30g Diced Ripe Mango
15-20 g vegetable oil (for frying)
150g Mixed Greens (Red & Green
Lolo Rosa)
FOR THE VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 tsp Minced Shallots
1/4 tsp Chopped Spring Onion
15-20g Tinapa Flakes
2 tbsp Canola Oil*
1 tbsp Distilled Vinegar
Salt & pepper to taste
*Did you know that
canola oil is fast-becoming a competitor
to olive oil in being
called the healthiest option to use as
cooking oil? It also
contains a significant
amount of the antioxidant Vitamin E.
COOKING PROCEDURE:
1. In a bowl, place the mixed greens then pour vinaigrette. Mix until the
greens are equally dressed with the vinaigrette, then plate. 2. Put the dressed mixed greens on a plate, then put diced ripe mango
on 3 sides of the plate (10 grams each).
3. Fry the prawn and season with salt & pepper, then put on top of
the salad.
INGREDIENTS:
200g Beef Tenderloin
10g Lee Kum Kee Premium
Soy Sauce
5g Calamansi Juice
15g All Purpose Cream
10-15g Red & White Onion Rings
160g Garlic Rice
PROCEDURE:
1. Season meat with salt, then pan sear for a short while, just to ensure that meat juice
won’t come out. Then roll in a clean wrap forming a roulade. Let it chill for 30 minutes.
2. For blanching; heat 1 liter of water. Blanch the meat depending on your choice of
doneness, then prepare the sauce and garlic rice.
3. For the sauce; heat soy sauce and let it simmer, then add calamansi juice and
onion rings. Let it boil a bit, then add all purpose cream. Repeat the same procedure
depending on the thickness of the sauce. Add the meat and let it absorb the sauce.
4. Place 1 cup of garlic rice on the center of the plate, then lean the beef around
the garlic rice. Scatter with a bit of sauce and put onion rings on top. Try other specialties of Chef Bruce Lim at Chef’s Lab located at Burgos Circle at Forbestown Center, Fort Bonifacio.
For more inquiries, contact 846-7073.
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King Chef
at Lucky Chinatown,
Binondo Manila
In Chinese cuisine, Dim Sum would probably be
the first thing that would come to mind when
thinking of a midday snack or meal. However, at
King Chef Fine Dining Restaurant, every meal
is prepared according to standards fit for a King.
Generous servings of dishes prepared with the
finest herbs and spices imported from China turn
every meal at King Chef into a feast.
Hence, for our midday
munch recommendation,
King Chef owner
Ms. Marites Apiado-Ang
shares with us this
simplified recipe for one
of their most unique
dishes.
INGREDIENTS:
1.5 kilo spareribs, skinned and trimmed
3 cups rice wine (you can use sake or any good dry
white wine)
3/4 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons for frying
1/3 cup unseasoned rice vinegar (or 1/4 cup distilled
vinegar)
3 tablespoons five spice powder plus two tablespoons
for frying
3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
4 teaspoons hot pepper sauce for mild heat, use more
if you like it hot
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus 1
tablespoon for frying
1/2 cup cornstarch plus 1 tablespoon for the marinade
2-3 cups peanut oil for frying
3 scallions*, chopped into rings
If you want to dine like royalty, visit King Chef
at Lucky Chinatown in Binondo. For inquiries,
call 720-8594.
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Spareribs with 8 Spices
COOKING PROCEDURE:
1. For the marinade, whisk together rice wine, rice vinegar, dark
soy sauce, hot pepper sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch then season
with sugar, five spice powder, salt and black pepper. Marinade
ribs in the mixture and keep in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours.
2. Heat oil to 375°F. Combine remaining cornstarch five spice
powder, ground black pepper, and sugar on a plate. Drain the
ribs from the marinade with a strainer. Do not rinse or dry.
3. Lightly coat the ribs with the
seasoning and fry until golden brown.
*Did you know that
Leave spaces between the ribs and do
scallions contain many
not overcrowd the pan when frying.
noteworthy flavonoid
Set cooked ribs on a paper towel to
anti-oxidants, plant fiber,
remove excess oil. Meanwhile, coat
minerals and vitamins that
the chopped green onions with the
have proven health
same cornstarch mixture. Fry lightly
benefits.
and sprinkle on top of the ribs for
garnish.
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Little Asia
Velvet Prawns with Caramelized Nuts
at Venice Piazza at
McKinley Hill
A TALE OF THE
Weekday
WARRIOR
i
Rising from humble beginnings and setting up a restaurant inspired
by his grandfather’s Crispy Chicken Recipe, Little Asia’s President and
Co-Founder Charlemagne Lim remains at the helm and still personally
manages the restaurant’s three branches, including developing signature
recipes and menu engineering.
For a delectable take on this issue’s midday munch recommendation,
Mr. Lim recommends the VELVET PRAWNS WITH
CARAMELIZED NUTS.
Inspired from a dish he tasted at San Francisco Chinatown, while he
was still in the U.S., they adapted the recipe and made it their own by
substituting walnuts with the more Asian cashew nuts.
INGREDIENTS:
5 medium sized tiger prawns, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon flour
3 tablespoons oil
*Did you know
1 tablespoon sugar
that honey is so pure
Cashew nuts
that it does not
expire? It’s a healthy
Chinese five-spice powder
alternative to
1/4 cup mayonnaise
sweeteners.
2 teaspoons honey*
COOKING PROCEDURE:
1. Coat prawns with flour, and deep-fry in hot oil
until golden brown. Set aside.
2. To make the caramelized nuts, combine oil and
sugar, and add cashew nuts, and five-spice
powder. Coat nuts well with the mixture and set
aside.
3. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and
honey. Toss in prawns and nuts.
To enjoy more of Little Asia’s delectable dishes, visit the restaurant at Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill, Fort
Bonifacio. For inquiries, call 798-0354. Little Asia is also located at Lucky Chinatown, Binondo.
For reservations, please call 720-9063
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t’s 5 o’clock, not in the
morning, and you’re torn
between braving the traffic to
have an early night’s sleep and capping
off a long day’s work with a Subzero.
You bagged a deal, got a plaudit from
your bosses, and spent an hour helping
out in the upcoming company sports
fest—you flail high-fives, gather the
troops, and reward yourself for a job
very well done. On a Monday. Or a
Tuesday. Or every week day.
Contrary to what Rihanna said,
“Cheers” aren’t only for the weekend.
Celebrations need not be postponed to a
Friday, or a Saturday. Nor are we limited
to treating ourselves to sumptuous dinners on our divine non-working breaks.
Themed weeknights are crowd favorites
and are now being offered by probably
every single establishment in the Metro.
So clock out and be on the lookout for
the next chill spot because Happy Hour
starts now!
At 5:00 pm…
Too early for dinner, too late
for a snack. Grab a cocktail or
a mocktail to jumpstart the night!
Exchange a few laughs, vent a
couple sighs, and throw in a free
drink to your colleague who
extended a hand earlier. Check
out these places for their
early night delights.
Yakitori AT FORBES TOWN CENTER
A safe bet for a great meal is
Japanese. It’s not too filling,
but surprisingly satisfying.
The tasty varieties of
Yakitori grilled chicken are
sure to fill your stomach to
the brim. There are even
other skewered delights
to choose from. There’s a
variety for different kinds of
cravings and even
distinguishing palates.
Rue Bourbon
AT EASTWOOD
CITYWALK
Enjoy a laidback evening after
work where only the company
can match the great food and
booze. There are lots of drink
varieties that are uniquely theirs.
The bold and daring can try the
Hurricane Shot which features
several shots of different drinks.
It even comes with a challenge
that if downed in only a few
seconds, you get to bring home a
shirt pronouncing you survived
the hurricane.
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New
Orleans
AT NEWPORT MALL, RESORTS WORLD MANILA
Fresh-chilled, smoked, Sisig-fied…New Orleans can go on and on with the
ways they serve their Oysters. Listen to what your mother said—never good to
eat oysters with an empty stomach, so, you open a tab and avail of their onefor-one’s starting at 7:00 pm on Tuesdays. Now that’s Jazz!
CAR
At 7:30 pm…
Everyone’s giddy enough from the take-one’s and hungry enough to feast on a
toothsome dish. Nothing beats the pleasure of sharing a meal with the people
you are going to start and end your night with.
Dencio’s
AT VENICE PIAZZA,
MCKINLEY HILL
Everyone’s favorite hangout,
this is actually a given already. They even have a new
promo from Mondays to
Thursdays called the Crazy
Shooters Craze. Gulp down
the Green Apple Martini,
Blue Hawaiian, Rasperry
Daiquiri, Tequila Sunrize,
Pumpkin Pie, Singapore
Sling, Cappuccino Shooters,
DJ54, or Deep Throat. Any
of these come at only P55.
POOL
At 9:00 pm…
Back in crawl and ready to
roll! Drop by these places
before you wrap up the night.
Toast for tomorrow, dance for
today, and belt it out for the
ones in between.
Izumi
Sake Bar
AT FORBES TOWN CENTER
Cafe
Juanita
AT FORBES
TOWN CENTER
Something old, something borrowed,
and something New—an extension
of their first branch, Café Juanita at
the Fort brings you the beauty in the
eccentricity of our well-loved local
dishes. Bagnet Salad, Sinigang na
Corned Beef with Chorizo, Two-way
Pork Adobo ribs…Need we say more?
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121 Bar
Bar
AT EASTWOOD CITYWALK
They say laughter is the best medicine, but for Filipinos—Music is. Head on
down to 121 Bar in Eastwood and sing to your heart’s desire in their karaoke
room. This place wouldn’t be as much fun without friends, so be sure to take
your friends along! If singing is not your kind of gimmick, there are a variety of
booze for the whole group to enjoy!
Opus
AT NEWPORT
MALL,
RESORTS
WORLD
MANILA
Kampai just went a bit crazier with the six
varieties of dry and sweet sakes served at this
bar. The first floor mimics the cosmopolitan
bars in Japan having the right mix of space
and lights, highlighted by the authentic food
selection and top-shelf sakes for everyone’s
taking. Go up to the second floor and you will
be transported to Tokyo’s nightlife fancied
up by a catwalk and pole for the guests to let
loose.
Sleek and Savvy would simply be understatements to this modern, hip, happening
club created by the top names of Manila’s Nightlife. Their menu is delectable and
their top-shelf bar is to boast of. Try one, or two, or all in their signature cocktail
list—all of which are concocted by an international mixologist. Monday and
Wednesdays are good weekdays to visit the place.
AND
SAVE THE PLANET
Ride with your friends and
co-workers in a carpool on
the way to your chillout
spot! Carpooling is also seen
as an environmentally friendly
and sustainable way to travel as
sharing journeys reduces carbon
emissions, traffic congestion on
the roads, and the need for parking spaces. Authorities often
encourage carpooling, especially
during high pollution periods
and high fuel prices. Carpooling helps to combat everyday
traffic crisis by filling the extra
seats in your car, there are fewer
drivers, and therefore fewer
cars crowding the roads. And of
course, carpooling also enriches
friendships and bonding during
the commute!
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Heidi Ng
Tim Yap with Audrey Zubiri
Kevin Tan and Federation of Filipino
Chinese Chamber of Commerce &
Industry President Tan Ching
Patricia Prieto
Richie
Santos and
Arthur
Coronel of
Cinderella
LUCKY
CHINATOWN
Andrew Tan and The Philippine
Star’s Miguel Belmonte
Bryan and Virgilio Lim of Bench
Ria Bolivar
Jessica Yang
Grand Launch
The much-awaited Lucky Chinatown in the center of Binondo has
finally opened its doors with a grand launch last August 15, 2012.
The grand opening festivities were graced by no less than President
Noynoy Aquino, Megaworld chair and CEO Andrew Tan, Manila
Mayor Alfredo Lim, Manila Representative Zenaida
Angping and Megaworld director Katherine Tan.
Italian Ambassador Luca
Fornari and wife Silvana
Andrew Tan (fifth from left) with officers of the Liong Tek
Go Family Association – Ngo Giok Kim, Eusebio Go, Cesar
Go, Emerson Go, Felipe Go, Dante Go
GMA 7 Stars
Sheena Halili
and Rocco
Nacino
President Aquino led the dotting of the dragon’s eyes to bring luck
and prosperity to Lucky Chinatown and praised Megaworld in his
speech for preserving the character of Manila’s Chinatown.
Tessa Prieto-Valdez came in a striking
red dress with gold dragon detail
Aubrey
Miles and
Troy
Montero
Megaworld’s Kevin Tan with One Mega
Group’s Cheryl Tiu and Ana Sobrepena
Philip Cu-Unjieng, Isha Andaya,
Robby Carmona and Daryl Chang
Cheska
and
Doug
Kramer
Mariott38Manila GM Scott
Sibley and Michelle Garcia
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Mela De Luna and Liza Ilarde
Hans and Heri Yao of Converse
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Bundaberg Sarsaparilla
Forget about your canned rootbeer
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Bundaberg Sarsaparilla
will surprise you with
the natural goodness of
ale. Best served chilled,
couple this drink with
any meal and you will
surely enjoy its fizzle.
You can buy in singles
or a pack of four and be
sure to try out their other
signature drink such as
Peachee and Lemon Ale.
IN FOCUS:
Eastwood Mall s
WEEKEND
Gourmet
MOCHIKO
MARKET
Mochi Ice Cream
The
next
big craze, Mochi
ice cream has garnered
attention from those
with a sweet tooth. A
sure treat that melts in
your mouth (literally and
figuratively!) after every
chewy bite of its cookiedough wrap. Latest
addition to their array
of flavors is the Milk
Tea Mochi—with
the creamy goodness
of milk tea skimming
through your palette.
Another unique fusion is their Fruit & Yogurt selection for those
who prefer guiltless snacks.
EASTERN
FLAVORS
Condiments
from around
Asia
We are
all a sprinkle away from the
diverse and flavorful dishes of
Asia thanks to the seasonings,
condiments and ingredients
available at Eastern Flavors.
Curry mixes brings pungency to
the next level while Thai sauces
gives the right kick to satisfy your
piquant cravings.
If you are a fan of
a hearty Filipino
Longganizas
breakfast then you
definitely
cannot
miss Farm n Deli.
It offers all sorts of
spreads suffused
with local dried
fish, original recipe
Chorizos, and 11
different
kinds
of Longganizas
from all over
the Philippines.
Their kitchen,
moreso
their
produce, is a
gastronomical
feast as local delicacies are
celebrated by highlighting the ingredients in each product.
Reasonably priced and portioned generously, you must try their
Vigan Longganiza and Tinapa spread.
FARM N DELI
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IN FOCUS:
WORLD
CLASS
Entertainment
AT
LU C K Y
C HINATOWN
T
ake part in the first and only
luxurious cinema experience at
the heart of Binondo. Being one
of the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls,
Lucky Chinatown changes the way
people view and live in Binondo by
providing only the best in lifestyle
and entertainment.
In the middle of one of Manila’s
richest cultural districts emerges
a development that innovates the
way people live in Binondo. Fast
becoming a pop culture icon,
Lucky Chinatown has become the
talk of the town. It’s the first fivelevel full scale upscale mall that
offers only the best of local and
foreign retail and dining brands.
It also has the latest technology in
cinema entertainment.
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Lucky Chinatown Cinemas houses
four world-class movie theaters
equipped with state-of-the-art audio
and video equipment. Cinema 1 is
the perfect place to take your date
because the theater has Emperor
Twin Seats that make you and your
date feel like royalty. Each pair of
seats can accommodate two people
comfortably and still have so much
leg room. The middle arm rest is
even retractable to provide even
more coziness for couples. Cinemas
2 and 3 houses the 3D cinemas with
Dolby Digital Surround Sound
Equipment.
Enjoy the best of leisure and
entertainment in Binondo only at
Lucky Chinatown.
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