DISCOVER WHY CHEMICAL-BASED PRODUCTS FOR HAIR LOSS MIGHT NOT WORK FOR YOU

Desperate times call for desperate measures. When you’re losing tufts of hair or seeing bald patches on your scalp, it’s but natural to feel the need to do something about it.

Will you tell a friend or go immediately to a doctor? Will you hide the “shame” under the guise of a wig? While it’s quite hard to decide, there’s no way but people still find themselves falling in line over-the-counter (O.T.C.). And what’s on their hands? Chemical-based hair loss products. Here are some of the reasons why they impulsively buy these items:

Kids win the fashion game at Robinsons Department Store’s Kids and Baby Fair

Robinsons Department Store marks the start of the festive season, bringing fun and excitement for little ones as its launches this September the annual Kids and Baby Fair.

Moms can get up to P100 off when they shop for their precious ones with a minimum, single-receipt purchase of P3,000 from the Children’s & Infants’ Departments on all weekends of the month. They can also get twice the rewards points on all Fridays of September, from 10am to 2pm, whenever they use your Robinsons Rewards Card.

             

Little misses and misters can look sweet and stylish with the latest looks from Robinsons Department Store’s Kids and Baby Fair.

Help find the next Blackwater Persona

Do you know a guy who has what it takes to be a social media ambassador? He may be “The Gentleman,” a woman’s “ideal guy” who is calm and unflappable; “The Jock” who is into sports and sporting culture; “The Heartthrob,” the campus sweetheart or the boy-next-door; or “The Artist,” unconventional and unique.

If you think he fits any of these, nominate him for Blackwater Persona, the online ambassador search of Blackwater, the fragrance and grooming line of leading homegrown brand Ever Bilena.

The lucky four personas will each get a P10,000 cash prize, a contract with Blackwater as a social media ambassador, the full Blackwater fragrance product line, plus “The Morning After” grooming service from contest partner The Urban Barber, which provides a complete “MANpering” experience and well-curated items to young urbanites. Nominators of the winners will take home P5,000 worth of gift checks and Blackwater or Blackwater Woman products.

The Gentleman        

LG rolls out latest VRF system in Multi V series

LG Electronics Philippines recently launched the Multi V 5, the fifth generation VRF system in its high-powered Multi V series, at the Marriott Grand Ballroom. “We are proud to launch the world’s most advanced VRF system here in the Philippines. It’s equipped with our high-efficiency inverter compressor and the world’s first indoor and outdoor unit temperature and humidity sensors,” said Mr. Steve Kim, LG Electronics Philippines Vice President for Air Solutions, who formally introduced the product to the guests. In photo: In attendance were LG executives (from L to R): Dealer Sales Manager Mr. Byron Lim, Vice President of Air Solutions Mr. Steve Kim, Head of Air Solutions Mr. Benedict Bartolome, SEA Regional Air Solutions Leader Mr. Yong Kim, LG Electronics Philippines Managing Director Mr. Inkwun Heo, Project Sales Manager Mr. Johnson Escober, and HQ B2B Sales Engineering Team Leader Mr. Geunwoo Park.

SUNPIOLOGY Run is now SUNPIOLOGY DUO!

Running has been a part of life of so many, with its mission to raise funds and to make our health far better that it was.

Running is now part of Sunlife as Sunpiology takes a new leap.

#SunpiologyDUO will come in two parts: Sun Life Cycle PH @BGC and Sun Life Resolution Run.

Sun Life Cycle PH will take place on November 18, 2017 at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. Sun Life will be mounting the event in partnership with Sunrise Events, Inc., which is known for its flagship projects that focus on race organization and sports tourism. The contract signing between the two companies was held recently in Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu, with Sun Life CEO and Country Head Riza Mantaring, Sun Life brand ambassador Piolo Pascual, Sunrise Founder Wilfred Uytengsu, and Sunrise General Manager Princess Galura in attendance.

#F1Cares: F1 Hotel Manila Community Engagement Programme

“Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community,”

F1 Hotel Manila carried out its first corporate social responsibility last September 2, 2017. “F1 Cares: Community Engagement Programme”, which was led by the hotel’s execom, was done to highlight the company’s great compassion towards social awareness.

Being an institution that values its responsibility not only to the company, but also to community’s environmental and social wellbeing, F1 Hotel Manila reached out to organizations that help the elderly and deaf community.

S.A.M’s Tools of Learning Make Learning Fun and Easy

The way Seriously Addictive Math (or S.A.M) has changed the way Filipino children appreciate math is undeniable. With their focus away from rote learning and memorization, S.A.M has helped kids learn math concepts independently- emphasizing, instead, on conceptual understanding, critical thinking and solving complex math problems.

Before enrolling in the S.A.M program, students first take a diagnostic assessment so their math skills can already be gauged. This way, kids are given a calibrated learning plan based on their abilities and the pace they will be comfortable in. Once evaluated, they start their sessions with Certified S.A.M. Trainers who have been equipped with various tools and methods needed to coach the child.

With the aim of teaching math in a fun way, the trainers engage kids using dialogue and probing questions. They also use toys and games, as well as a Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract approach which jog up the multi-sensory skills of children. A coaching pedagogy is provided where students are trained to discover their own solutions and explain the process rather than spoon feed the answers. Later on this will make them independent and build their self-confidence when solving math problems.

LBC Ensures Customers’ Welfare by Adhering to Data Protection Act

The value LBC gives to customers goes beyond the simple act of sending and receiving their precious “padala.” It also means making sure that their customers’ personal data is protected, especially from cyber threats.

In a recent forum with LBC’s top officials, Atty. Raul Cortez, Corporate, External and Legal Affairs Director of Microsoft Philippines, shares that due to the 4th Industrial Revolution, technology has become ingrained in our lives and shape the way we live, work and interact. An established company, such as LBC, should be able to put systems in place so that they serve the needs of their customers while making sure that it is compliant with the requirements of the Data Privacy Act of 2012. This law protects the privacy of individual’s personal data while ensuring the free flow of information and growth of businesses, including the exchange of information via live and online transactions.

Solane joins Bureau of Fire Protection’s 26th anniversary

The country’s leading LPG solutions provider Solane continues to advocate fire safety as itcelebrated the 26th anniversary of the Bureau of Fire Protection’s (BFP). Themed “Embracing the Challenge of Sustaining its Commitment towards a Fire-safe Community,” the celebration honoredoutstanding members who have contributed to the betterment and safety of their communities. Gracing the awarding ceremony and anniversary celebration were (center) Solane communications manager Marco Cruz and (L-R) BFP’s acting chief CSUPT Leonardo Ramos Bañago and regional director, BFP NCR, SSUPT Roel Jeremy Diaz.

Citi sees positive economic outlook in the face of global challenges, market headwinds

Citi, the country’s leading foreign bank, remained positive on the Philippines while sharing its mid-year economic outlook for 2017at an event exclusively held for Citigold clients.

Citi Philippines CEO Aftab Ahmed (center) flanked by (L-R) Citicorp Financial Services and Insurance Brokerage Philippines, Inc. President Lester Cruz; J.P. Morgan Asset Management’s Supreet Bhan; Citi Philippines Retail Banking Head Rene Aguirre; and BlackRock’s Eric Mueller.

Citi Philippines CEO Aftab Ahmed welcomed clients to the event, and thanked them for their unwavering support and continued confidence in the bank. “Your presence here means that we have your trust. Without your trust, we would not have your business,” he said. “Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be your financial partner, providing financial solutions that meet your needs.”

THE DANGERS OF SIDE EFFECTS PRESENTED AS MAIN EFFECTS

                In the medical world, proper use of words is highly called for because a simple mistake could complicate things usually unwanted for the patients. Because this field has full of jargons that mostly are too technical to not easily be sifted and digested by the general public, putting them in a layman’s term is indeed helpful.

                A good example of which are the words “side effect” and “main effect”. These, are more often than not, interchanged or used instead of the other. Doing so is not just wrong but also dangerous to the people’s health.

The modern Juan paves the way for gender equality at home with Ariel’s #JuanWash

Perhaps no era has prompted a more dramatic shift in gender norms than this one; and these changes are most evident in one of the most basic facets of daily life — chores. 

Where household tasks were once viewed as “women’s work” decades prior, nowadays, a more equal division of tasks for cooking, cleaning, laundry duties, and the like in the new millennium is far from unusual.

According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), formerly known as the National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB), Filipino men are getting more and more involved in household work. In fact, statistics show that a significant increase was seen in the beginning of 2000s, with employed men allotting an average of 5 hours working on chores. This is a big jump, compared to the average of 1.87 hours from the numbers gathered on employed men from 1979.

With these findings, it’s exciting to see how this would continue to take off to new heights. A contemporary and fresh perspective on equality always starts from the core of the community, the family, and this is precisely why Ariel wants to keep the conversation going for every Juan.

The Many Ways LG Innovates IoT to Future-Proof your Home

The Many Ways LG Innovates IoT to Future-Proof your Home:Now, you can manage your chores easily—and remotely!

The Internet of Things (IoT) has gone beyond being a buzzword and established a new world order wherein technology works to make people’s lives easier and more manageable.  Suddenly, all the contraptions that we saw in the animated series “The Jetsons” do not seem that far from reality.

When you think of IoT, you may think of wearables that track how much exercise and sleep you get or watches that allow you to send text messages.  Then, of course, there are the many, many things you can now take control with the use of your smartphone. LG's SmartThinQ is user-centric.  It helps consumers better manage their lives through intuitive technology that fills the need for more convenient and more efficient home care.

SmartThinQ allows you to control the temperature settings of your LG InstaView Door-in-Door Refrigerator even when you’re not at home.  That means you can decrease energy usage when you don’t have too many items in there and you can even turn on the Express Freeze function so that you have enough ice cubes when you get home for entertaining guests.  Smart Diagnosis helps troubleshoot simple problems with your refrigerator, even suggesting ways you can conserve energy based on your usage history.

On the LG TWINWash, SmartThinQ lets your phone function as a smart remote control so you can start your laundry even when you’re already far from home. You can also monitor how your load is coming along and push alerts are sent to your phone when the cycle is complete or an error occurs in the machine.  Smart Diagnosis also allows you to fix minor problems without having to call the service center.  Taking the guesswork out of doing the laundry, the Energy Monitoring feature provides helpful data and LG’s HomeChat™ service allows you to check the status of the washing machine using everyday natural language.

Five faulty insurance assumptions you've fallen victim to

When it comes to being smart about your money, nothing casts a greater shadow of doubt on your next investment than misleading information.

BPI-Philam, the country's premier bancassurance company, listed the top five myths you might have heard stopping you from getting your own insurance policy.

NIPS POP FEST IS BACK! GET A CHANCE TO WIN PHP100,000.00

NIPS POP FEST IS BACK! GET A CHANCE TO WIN PHP100,000.00 and a special feature on Myx!

 It’s time to showcase your “PinakaHanips” music video idea by joining Nips Pop Fest 2017.

PayMaya and Facebook Launch Payment Tools in Messenger

PayMaya, a pioneer and leader in mobile money and digital financial services in the country, in partnership with Facebook, is excited to announce a safe and effective new way for people in the Philippines to send money to friends, pay bills, and buy mobile load and data using Messenger.

PayMaya is a leader in transforming the mobile phone into a virtual wallet and is continually looking for ways to expand its services. PayMaya recognizes that Facebook Messenger's community offers a unique opportunity to make PayMaya services available and accessible to even more users.

Samsung and DepEd lead the modernization of schools in rural Philippines

Samsung Electronics Philippines Corporation (SEPCO), in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), recently opened its Smart Classroom at the Guadalupe Elementary School in Carmen, Davao del Norte. It is the 14th Smart Classroom in the Philippines and is the very first classroom under DepEd’s Adopt-a-School program. Held in Carmen, the program prioritizes schools that serve indigenous communities and promotes interschool partnerships. 

SEPCO Head of Corporate Citizenship Ms. Twyla David (center) with (L-R) Guadalupe Barangay Councilor Eleuterio Nibres, Ms. Nenita Solis of Carmen Sangguniang Bayan, Ms. Angelita Camacho of Carmen Sangguniang Bayan, Public Schools District Supervisor Mr. Marlon Ebrado, Guadalupe Barangay Captain Alexander Otto, Carmen Municipal Mayor Virginia Perandos, DepEd Davao del Norte Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Josephine Fadul, DepEd Education Program Supervisor Antonio Pasquito, Jr., DepEd Administrative Assistant Ms. Elisa G. Resma, Ms. Ludy Navarro of DepEd Alternative Learning Systems, Global Peace Foundation Program Director Ms. Joy Remigio, and Davao del Norte Board Member Mr. Roy Alba

AXA Philippines helps Filipinos become retirement-ready.

AXA Philippines recently launched Retire Smart, an investment and insurance plan, which helps Filipinos build a future fund for retirement. The cruise-themed event featured fun-filled activities designed to have guests imagine an enjoyable retirement. A panel of distinguished speakers in different life stages were invited to talk about their thoughts, plans, and tips for retirement. Photo shows (L-R) AXA Philippines wealth management segment director Tony Isidro; AXA Philippines president and CEO Rahul Hora; Happy Skin Cosmetics founder Jacqueline Yuengtian Gutierrez; entrepreneur and former broadcast executive Jose Ramon “Monchet” Olivez; Sarsa and Kafe Batwan Chef JP Anglo; columnist, author, and former advertising executive Barbara Gonzalez; and AXA Philippines chief customer officer Amor Balagtas

Careline introduces the new Girl Gang.

Everyone loves a good makeover! And Careline, the teen brand of Ever Bilena Cosmetics Inc., just got a revamp beginning with the launch of its Girl Gang, led by Andrea Brillantes (center) with (L-R) Regine Lacanienta, Alyana Chapman, Azusa Masu, and Megu Demetrio. The girls, with their diverse style and looks, capture Careline’s inclusive message of being Better Than Basic through a new digital film. To know more about the new Careline and watch the Girl Gang in action, visit https://careline.com.ph/, and follow them at

www.facebook.com/CarelineCosmetics, www.youtube.com/channel/Careline PH Official,  www.instagram.com/CarelinePH, and www.instagram.com/CarelineGirlGang.

 

BCP Dermatological Corporation and Metro Drug, Inc. Philippines Partnership

BCP Dermatological Corporation and Metro Drug, Inc. Philippines

Partnership Made Easy with Dermablend.

BCP  Dermatological Corporation (BCP) and Metro Drug, Inc. (MDI)  have recently signed an agreement last July 20, 2017. It was concluded that MDI will be the exclusive distributor of BCP’s flagship brand, Dermablend which is widely prescribed by Dermatologists, Pediatricians, Ob- Gynecologists and other medical practitioners in the country.         

                      

The contract signing was attended by Ms. Dina dela Paz Stalder, President and CEO and Ms. Lea Juan, Operations Manager of BCP together with MDI’s Chief Executive Mr. Jojit Aguilar and VP-Finance, Mr. Allan Tanlapco.     

Ms. Dina Dela Paz-Stalder and Mr. Jojit Aguilar shake hands as they welcome each other for this great partnership

Dick Wolf Expands Law & Order Franchise with “Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders” on Sony Channel

New drama premieres September 27, Wednesdays at 8:50pm within 12 hours of U.S. telecast

From executive producer Dick Wolf comes the first installment of a series of true crimes that shocked America in the anthology series Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders, which premieres on Sony Channel this September.

La Salle greenies vs. Zobel junior archers at 32nd SBP-Passerelle NCR finals

SBP-Passerelle’s two-time defending SBP division champion La Salle Greenhills is all set to defend its title at the national level of the twin tournaments’ 32nd season. But La Salle Greenhills will have to secure its slot in the nationals by facing off with sister school De La Salle Santiago-Zobelin the National Capital Region (NCR) finals.

The highly-anticipated game between the sister schools will be held on September 17, 2017 at the Blue Eagle Gym in Ateneo de Manila University. Also much-awaited to be is the battle between two of NCR’s top teams in the Passerelle division, Nazareth School of National University and San Beda College.

The winners of the tournaments will face regional winners from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao at the national championship game in December.

Happy Meal Play Time Made Better with McDonald’s Happy Studio App

Bring a whole new world of fun to your kids’ next play date with this educational and engaging app

Customers across the globe have always enjoyed McDonald’s iconic Happy Meal. Highly collectible, each Happy Meal release comes with a range of toys for kids to delight in. With the launch of the new Happy Studio app, customers can now enjoy their favorite toys and characters in a new and exciting platform.

Happy Studio is an interactive learning and play app that makes the Happy Meal experience even more enjoyable. Filled to the brim with character-themed games, the Happy Studio app is a place where kids can explore their creativity while developing useful skills.

PLDT-Smart Foundation marks 10 years of honoring teachers through Gabay Guro

PLDT-Smart Foundation’s Gabay Guro is back to honor the country’s modern heroes—our beloved teachers.

For 10 years, Gabay Guro has been supporting and empowering teachers through trainings, livelihood programs, broadbanding and computerization of schools, housing and facilities, scholarships and the much-awaited Teacher’s Tribute, a grand gathering that the Gabay Guro Foundation dedicates to teachers. 

UNIQLO Maternity and Newborn collections: Now in the Philippines.

The latest offerings in its LifeWear line, Japanese global retail brand UNIQLO introduces its Maternity and Newborn collections in the Philippines.

Mooncakes by Marriott Manila is Your Mid-Autumn Festival Must-have

  

Known as the second grandest  fair in Chinese culture, the Mid-Autumn Festival preparations has started at Marriott Manila as it offers the festival’s hallmark of traditions – Mooncake. Mooncakes symbolize family togetherness and prosperity for the reunions or gatherings made during the festival. Sealed in an elegant oriental two-layer box, mooncakes by Marriott are meticulously handcrafted and come in variety of fillings that are authentic to Chinese customs. Flavors include the white lotus tha has a fragrant and sweet taste; red bean on the other has earthy and lingering sweetness to it; and pineapple paste is a zesty surprise to the collection. This must-have mooncake can be purchase per piece at Php288 nett or box of 8 pieces for Php 2,488nett.  Now available at their Marriott Café Bakery, located at the ground floor of the Main Hotel, and at Man Ho Chinese restaurant, which is at the ground floor of West Wing. Join the festivities by sending out this thoughtful gift box or enjoy it for yourself under the brightest moon every year. 

YouTubers HugKnuckles rave about Red Ribbon

Fast-rising YouTubers, HugKnuckles and HottSamn of HugKnuckles TV, got their wishes granted as the viral duo landed in the Philippines to sample cakes and pastry favorites at Red Ribbon Bakeshop.

Fast-rising duo of HugKnucklesTV YouTube channel, Sam “HottSamn” and Josh “HugKnuckles” Brooks ready for their first taste of Pinoy cakes and pastries at Red Ribbon.

Mommyhood 101 for the Millennial Mom with Wilkins

Being a mother is no easy feat. It’s a journey filled with highs and lows. Rewarding as it may be, it can also be very overwhelming. This is why moms need all the help and support they can get.

To show their support for women on their journey to motherhood, Wilkins Distilled Drinking Water hosted a Moms Light Group Discussion, gathering fifty millennial moms at the Manila House in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

“The Wilkins Moms Light Group Discussion is our way of giving back to moms everywhere who have helped us become the most trusted water brand. We want them to feel our drops of expert care every step of the way,” shared Stephan Czypionka, Coca-Cola Philippines Vice President for Marketing.

Highlight of the event was Mommyhood 101, a discussion facilitated by life coach, Rissa Singson Kapweng, wherein the millennial moms were encouraged to share their stories of challenges, rewards and their own experiences on what it means to be a modern mom.

Rissa Singson Kapweng encourages millennial moms to share their stories of challenges and motivations during her Mommyhood 101 discussion.

Meet the 7th Jollibee Family Values Awards 15 new finalists

Jollibee has revealed a new batch of hero families vying for the 7th Jollibee Family Values Awards (JFVA). The annual search for outstanding families has named 15 finalists, from hundreds of entries submitted from all over the country and abroad.

After a rigorous screening process, five families from Luzon, five from Metro Manila, two from the Visayas, one from Mindanao, and two from the United States were handpicked to complete JFVA’s finalist slate.

CELEBRATING THE HEROISM OF FAMILIES.  The 7th Jollibee Family Values Awards Judges (sitting, from left) Jollibee Group Foundation Executive Director Gisela Tiongson, actress and host Dimples Romana, columnist Audrey Tan-Zubiri, parenting and relationship consultant Maribel Dionisio, Coca-Cola Philippines Public Affairs and Communications Manager Sam Sanchez (representing Atty. Adel Tamano), (standing, from left) inspirational speaker Francis Kong, Jollibee Global Brand Chief Marketing Officer Francis Flores, co-chairs Sen. Sonny Angara and Fr. Jett Villarin, news anchor Edric Mendoza, and Jollibee Philippines Human Resources Head George Wang III.

BPI-Philam offers easy adulting and total wellness to millennials

Financial planning is a topic most millennials rarely consider. This is often seen in behaviors of impulse purchases—using their hard-earned money in things that are temporarily meaningful, that at times lead to a feeling of regret, or what is simply called a grudge purchase.

A Goldman Sachs study revealed that generation "ME ME ME" would rather save up for vacations and leisure activities to enjoy their life now than invest in their future--marriage, a home, their own business, retirement plans. This despite financial institutions constantly encouraging them to favor savings and investments.

For Surendra Menon, CEO of BPI-Philam, millennials can choose to have the best of both worlds.

“They can live their present life to the fullest and have a secured future at the same time,” said Menon. "It's a misunderstanding that has to be clarified—protecting your future is simply making sure you can enjoy the lifestyle you have now and for the years to come."

How to Apply for Auto Loan at RCBC Savings Bank

Believe You Can Own Your Dream Car with RCBC Savings Bank’s Consumer Loans

Buying your dream car is indeed a major milestone. It is after all, an investment that brings both comfort and convenience – especially in today’s urban jungle where having a car is more efficient. Whether it’s a sedan, SUV, or a hatchback – there will always be a car for everyone.

Owning a car opens up new and exciting possibilities no matter who you are. It can lead to weekend road trip getaways or midnight drive thrus with the barkada. There’s always something in store for everyone whether it’s for bachelors, a young couple or families.

However, reality bites. Owning a car is simple, but not easy. Just the thought of going through a loan application process may be daunting to most already. There would always be that fear of getting rejected, ultimately ending one’s dream of driving their dream car – or so they say.

This can soon be a thing of the past with easy, simple and convenient car loans from RCBC Savings Bank (RSB)

“We believe that getting your dream car shouldn’t be that intimidating or confusing. With the right guidance that we provide, applying for an auto loan will be easy and hassle-free,” said Juan Miguel D. Corona, RSB Head/Asset Channels and Product Marketing Firm in its “We Believe in You” philosophy, RCBC, through its consumer loans arm, RCBC Savings Bank, advocates for easy, breezy, car loan application.

BLIMS turns dream homes into reality with 40th anniversary sale

As BLIMS Fine Furniture embarks on its 40th year as the most trusted furniture retailer in the industry, it helps customers by turning their home inspirations into reality with huge discounts and offers as part of its anniversary sale which runs until September 24.

Celebrate with BLIMS and avail of these four special offers: 40% off on all featured collections, which includes the Tropic, Tempo, and Lush Collection; 50% off on featured mattresses with freebies; and 24 months with 0% interest on all regular priced six-seater dining sets. And get a free limited edition BLIMS throw pillow blanket for a minimum purchase worth of P30,000 in a single receipt.

Jolly U: Jollibee’s new web series taps into Gen Z

Introducing Jolly U: Jollibee’s new web series taps into Gen Z

Jolly Hotdog takes the stage in “Extra Saya” teen-centric episodes

This week, the Philippines’ #1 fast-food brand, Jollibee launched Jolly U, a series of online videos depicting comical ways of teens going the extra mile in even the most mundane of tasks and situations.

The Jolly U series brings together modern Pinoy teen archetypes that one will usually find in a university or college setting, but each of them offer an exciting twist to viewers’ typical expectations. In the video below, the jolliest university in the world introduces us to its Bee Happy mission and some of its top students including The MVP, The Pogeek, The Coolokoy and The Heartist.

Today’s Filipino teens are “harder to impress” than older generations, as shown by recent studies.1 Growing up with a wider range of opportunities thanks to the digital landscape, the trends and technologies that older generations used to think were amazing are now perceived as standard and ordinary by teens who get exposed to them on a regular basis. For this reason, young Pinoy digital natives look forward to going over and beyond or—in their own terms—“extra”, in all aspects.

Citi ASEAN Head pays courtesy call to BSP Governor

  

Citi ASEAN Head Amol Gupte (right) and Citi Philippines CEO Aftab Ahmed (left) recently paid a courtesy call on Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Nestor Espenilla, Jr. Gupte congratulated Gov. Espenilla on his appointment last July and expressed Citi’s commitment to the country and to the Philippines banking system.  The 115-year old Citi franchise in the Philippines is one of the oldest in Asia, and includes the full complement of corporate and investment banking, consumer banking, as well as a Citi Service Center.  Ahmed also thanked BSP and Gov. Espenilla for another year of partnership for the Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards, where they will both serve as co-chairs in selecting outstanding entrepreneurs across the country come November.

Octopus Sisig : First-ever Funlasang Pinoy Twist Fest Dish

Chef Dan Puga II Reigns Supreme with Octopus Sisig Dish at the First-ever Funlasang Pinoy Twist Fest

  

Octopus Sisig wins. Chef Danilo Puga II won the hearts of the chef judges

with his own take on the classic Pinoy sisig by using octopus as a twist to his dish.