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Sunday, June 17, 2012
Gusto mo bang mag Artista? O ng 20 Million Pesos? Then Join the Grand Auditions of TV5 ARTISTA ACADEMY
Gusto mo bang mag Artista? O ng 20 Million Pesos? Then Join the Grand Auditions of TV5 ARTISTA ACADEMY
TV5 has announced that it will give away a combined total of 20 Million Pesos in the biggest and most intensive artista search
ever mounted on Philippine Television: ARTISTA ACADEMY. The search
will kick off with a massive one-time grand auditions at the Smart
Araneta Coliseum on June 19, 2012,Tuesday.
Thru
ARTISTA ACADEMY, TV5 goes all-out in discovering and developing
Philippine Television's biggest new stars, by offering real training in a
legitimate school of television arts along with the fame, fortune and
stardom every showbiz hopeful dreams of.
ARTISTA
ACADEMY searches for young showbiz aspirants aged 16-21 who have the
looks, charm, potential and determination to go through extensive
curriculum-based training under the Asian Academy of Television Arts
(AATA) to become certified professional actors armed with the acting
versatility and right attitude to make a name for themselves in the
industry.
Over
P20 Million in total prizes will be given to the deserving winners who
will be hailed as ARTISTA ACADEMY’s Best Actor and Best Actress. Not
only will they be equipped with the proper acting training from AATA to
become TV5’s next big stars, they will also be the richest of all
winners in the history of all talent searches in the Philippines.
All
16 finalists who will be chosen as ARTISTA ACADEMY Students will be
granted full AATA scholarships and the chance to undergo comprehensive
training with the best in the industry – including multi-awarded
director Joel Lamangan, music master Louie Ocampo, dance guru Georcelle
Dapat of G Force, along with other esteemed TV professionals and
distinguished celebrities.
Acclaimed
Film and TV director Mac Alejandre heads the TV5 TALENT CENTER and will
be working with the Head of AATA, well-known Entertainment executive
Wilma Galvante, who will act as Principal of ARTISTA ACADEMY.
“We
are all excited with the launch of Artista Academy because this really
tops all artista searches that have been done in the country. We are
offering real training in a real academy for our future stars. No other
program has offered such school-based learning and development from an
academy of television arts. And, of course, it will be a real
life-changing experience for not just one but two students because we
are giving away P20 Million worth of prizes, including lead roles in a
forthcoming teleserye of the network. This is real fame, fortune, and
stardom. This is as real as it can get,” shared TV5 Creative and
Entertainment Production Head Perci Intalan.
All interested artista aspirants
aged 16-21 are invited to come to the ARTISTA ACADEMY grand auditions
at the SMART Araneta Coliseum on June 19 at 2pm. By bringing a copy of
their birth certificate, valid ID, and their best glam pictures, they
are a step closer to living the glamorous artista life.
Feel the Retro Swag at the Newest Bar Lounge in Town: Rocket Room
Hi, dear readers! This is a press release and I've never been to Rocket Room, so I do not in any way claim that I experienced this myself. This is not a paid post though, I am posting this for a friend.
Extend your night out by swinging by the metro’s latest bar lounge
brought to you by Raintree Restaurants—Rocket Room. With its vivid and
outré interiors elaborately designed by Noel Bernardo, Rocket Room lends
the right amount of buzz to every coffee break afternoon or late night
out.
The bar lounge brings thrilling arrays of Rocket Room’s House Made Infusion Jars, specialty spirits infused with fresh fruits and spices, Classically Twisted drinks, which are twisted takes on the classics, as well as an extensive selection of wines, beers and sangrias.
Serving up the best of organically hot and cold Rocket Plates,
Raintree Restaurants brings innovation with itsdistinctive variety of
food offerings and characteristic sets of interiors.
Raintree
Restaurants houses bistros within the metro including MoMo Café, Mr.
Jones, Museum Café, Chelsea Market & Café, Stella, and Rocket Room.
To know more about Rocket Room, visit www.facebook.com/RocketRoom
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Pwede kitang Idikdik Pababa- Iwa Moto on Jodi Sta. Maria
After being painted as a
"homewrecker," an indignant Iwa Moto has turned the tables on Jodi Sta.
Maria, the ex-wife of her current boyfriend Pampi Lacson.
In an explosive interview with Cristy
Fermin on "Paparazzi Showbiz Exposed" on Saturday, Iwa alleged that it
was in fact Jodi who cheated on Pampi two years ago when the latter had
an affair with Mickey Ablan, Iwa's boyfriend at that time. "Ang sakit po
ng sinasabihan ako ng kabit, homewrecker, ang sakit po. Dahil alam ko
sa sarili ko na hindi totoo ‘yun. At alam din ni Jodi kung ano ang totoo
dahil siya naman talaga ang nag-umpisa ng lahat ng ito," Iwa said.
The former GMA talent said she
confronted Jodi two years ago when she discovered the affair between her
and Mickey. Although Mickey admitted it to Iwa, she said Jodi did not.
"Yes, kinausap ko po siya. Suma total po, dinenay niya po sa akin. Hindi
po siya umamin," she recalled. "Bale iniyakan ko po siya, nagmakaawa
ako. Tinanong ko kung bakit niya nagawa sa akin iyon bilang idol ko
siya. Kasi tinitingala ko po siya. Isa siya sa mga artistang sobrang
hinahangaan ko dati.
"Ang sakit na 'yung hinahangaan mo,
yun pa yung taong mananakit sa iyo. Tapos nung time na yun umamin na rin
po sa akin si Mickey," she added. Iwa said she also called Pampi on the
phone to tell her about the affair and she discovered that it wasn’t a
secret to him, either. "Tinawagan ko si Pampi para pagsabihan niya ang
asawa niya. Yun pala alam niya ang lahat," she revealed.
For further proof, Iwa cited Jodi's
own silence about the reason why her marriage to Pampi ended in a
separation. "Bakit mula noon hanggang ngayon hindi siya nagsasalita?
Dahil alam niya sa sarili niya kung ano ang totoo. Mas masakit yun para
sa kanya dahil alam niya yung totoo, niloloko niya yung sarili niya, e."
Suma total, dito takot siyang magsalita dahil alam niya kapag pumitik
ako, kapag nagalit ako, may pruweba ako at pwede ko pa siyang idikdik
pababa," she said.
Iwa declared that she had nothing to
do with the breakdown of the Jodi-Pampi marriage and that she and Pampi
only became an item last month. "Ang suma total lang dito, gusto ko lang
iklaro sa lahat na hindi ako ang naging dahilan kung bakit naghiwalay
silang dalawa. Kung meron man silang problemang mag-asawa noon, sa
kanila na yun. Pinauubaya ko na yun sa kanila kasi two years ago yun.
Labas ako doon," she clarified.
Iwa told Cristy that her tell-all
interview had Pampi's blessings. "Opo. All throughout hindi niya ako
pinabayaan. Sa lahat nang ito lagi lang siyang nasa tabi ko. Nandiyan
siya para bigyan ako ng advice. Ultimo mo dito sa interview na ito,
tinatanong [ko siya] kung paano ko anuhin, kasi suma total, ang iniisip
lang namin talaga, hindi na po si Jodi. "Wala na po kaming parehong
pakialam kay Jodi kasi may sarili na siyang buhay. Sa pagkakaalam ko may
boyfriend na siya. Doon na siya, masaya na siya, naka-move on na siya.
"Masaya na kami ni Pampi, hayaan na lang kami. Ang ano lang dito, ang
iniisip lang namin ‘yung bata (Thirdy, the son of Pampi and Jodi). Kasi
ayoko lang dumating ‘yung panahon na isipin nung bata ako ang dahilan,"
Iwa explained.
Iwa also confessed that she has gotten
very close to Thirdy. "Si Thirdy, para sa akin, hindi man lumabas sa
akin ‘yan, mahal ko iyan bilang anak ko. Tuwing nasa poder po ni Pampi
si Thirdy, kami po ang laging magkasama. Minsan nga po iniiwan na sa
akin, like ako ang maghahatid sa Kumon, mga ganun. "Kasi napamahal na sa
akin yung bata. Yun ang batang hinding-hindi mahirap mahalin dahil
napakabuti, napakabait, napakalambing," she said.
Iwa ended with this message for Jodi:
"Naaawa ako sayo kasi ang hirap ng dinadala mo. Yung kasinungalingan na
binubuo mo sa utak mo, pinapaniwalaan mo. Masakit yun e, yung
nakapanakit ka ng tao ni hindi mo magawang mag-sorry dahil dine-deny mo
pati sa sarili mo. Alam mo yung totoo. Ngayon, sige, okay lang sa akin
kung mag-react ka dito, wala akong pakialam. Pero mag-ingat ka kasi
tandaan mo, nasa akin pa rin yung huling halakhak dahil ako ang may
pruweba at ako ang inapakan mo dati," Iwa concluded.
Source: Interaksyon
2012 Manila Invitational Underwater Hockey Tournament
To our underwater hockey friends,
The Polo Puck Pirates Underwater Hockey Club wishes to invite you to participate in the 2012 Manila Invitational Underwater Hockey Tournament -- it is the biggest inter-club tournament in Asia, based in the Philippines.
The tournament is going to be held on November
30 to December 2 at the
Rizal Memorial Sports Complex,
right at the heart of Manila! It is located within Malate, an old
district of Manila and the center of nightlife and clubbing. The venue
has a 50m x 20m lap pool which features smooth tiles, and depth of up to
6.5ft.
Teams will be competing in 3 divisions: Men's Division, Women's Division and the Mixed Division. Please refer to the attached formal invitation for tournament format and rules.
Underwater Hockey will certainly be more fun in the Philippines with a side trip to
beautiful Coron, in the islands of Palawan! Please refer to the formal invitation for the proposed I.T.
I hope that you will join us for a full week of amazing underwater hockey, fun parties and an exciting get-away!
Tough Guy's Day-Off on Father's Day 2012 with Clarity
He’s tough when he needs to be, strict when things
seem to start to get out of hand, yet subtle in his ways. Cool, calm, and
collected, dads always seem to have everything under control, a figure that
instantly induces comfort because of his mere presence and authority.
Despite the tough outer shell, fathers have a soft spot
especially reserved for those closest to their heart. The desire to provide for
loved ones drives these pillars of the family to push their limits and do
whatever it takes to get things done.
For all the hard work that our fathers have put into
creating a safe and secure refuge for the family, he definitely deserves a
rejuvenating treat. Now that Father’s Day is just around the corner,
there is no better time to get the man what he deserves by taking him to
Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center, where wide range of services and
treatments are aimed to please and pamper.
Among the treatments available at the Clarity Aesthetic
Medical & Dental Center is its list of facial services, which includes
nourishing and firming, visibly improves facial complexion. Clarity’s
Nourishing Facial fits the bill by instantly refreshing and nourishing the
skin. The Oxy-Rejuvenating Facial, on the other hand, infuses oxygen into the
skin, making it younger looking; while the Algotherm Anti-Aging Facial
revitalizes the skin giving it a nice and youthful glow. These are perks that a
stressed-out dad would surely appreciate.
Other treatments such as the Ultra-Firming Facial would give
dad a reason to smile, as the treatment hydrates and strengthens the
skin’s structure for a firmer look. Dads looking to rejuvenate and relax
at the same time might try the Ultra-Soothing Facial, which relaxes and soothes
sensitive skin.
Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center sweetens the
deal for Father’s Day through its Father and child Look-alike Contest,
which gives Clarity’s patrons a chance to win prizes and surprises for
dad and other family members. Those interested may check out Clarity Aesthetic
Medical & Dental Center’s Facebook page to learn more about the
competition guidelines and mechanics.
Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center offers a wide
range of anti-aging and contouring services that can help give dad that
youthful boost on his special day. Clarity’s personalized service
guarantees only the best board-certified doctors and the latest services in
dermatology, aesthetic dentistry, and cosmetic surgery all in one clinic.
Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center has the
rewards that put a smile on every father’s face. Even the toughest guy
needs a day off and there’s no better way than with the gentle touch from
Clarity.
Visit Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center at the
5th Level Wellness Zone, Shangri-la Plaze Mall , EDSA corner Shaw Blvd.,
Mandaluyong City. For more information, contact their office through telephone
number (02) 638-1297 or through their Customer Service Hotline 632-751-4929 or
visit their website www.clarity.com.ph.
SAKSIHAN ANG GAWAD URIAN SA CINEMA ONE NGAYONG SABADO
Sining, aliw at kagalakan ang hatid ng gabi ng
pagbibigay pugay sa pinakamagagaling sa larangan ng pelikula. Ang ika-35 na
taon ng Gawad Urian ay ginanap noong Miyerkules ng gabi, June 13,2012 sa AFP
Theater, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.
Nagsilbing mga hosts sina Butch Francisco, Angel
Aquino, Zoren Legaspi at Venus Raj at sinimulan ang programa sa awitin nina
Frenchie Dy at Eric Santos.
Ang magarbong gabi ay dinaluhan ng pinakamalalaking artista. Naghandog naman ng makabayang awitin ang pinakamagagaling na mang-aawit ng bansa.
Ang magarbong gabi ay dinaluhan ng pinakamalalaking artista. Naghandog naman ng makabayang awitin ang pinakamagagaling na mang-aawit ng bansa.
Sa kinalaunan ng gabi naihayag din ng mga
presenters at ng mga miyembro ng Manunuri ang mga nagwagi sa Gawad Urian.
Dalawa sa pinakamagaling na aktor ng kanilang henerasyon ang nagwagi ng
pinaka-aabangang papuri.
Tinanggap ni Paulo Avelino ang parangal para sa
Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor para sa pelikulang “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang
Kaliwang Paa” habang tinanggap ni Maja Salvador ang parangal para sa
Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktres para sa pelikulang “Thelma”.
Emosyonal nilang tinaggap ang mga papuri at
malaki ang kanilang pasasalamat sa gawad. Napaluha si Salvador sa tuwa habang
yapos ang kanyang tropeo.
“Sa mga
manunuri, maraming salamat sa pagtitiwala at sa pagkilala sa lahat ng binuhos
ko sa Thelma,” ani niya.
Samantalang pinasalamatan naman ni Avelino ang
lahat ng may-akda sa mala-tulang pelikulang, “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang
Paa”. “Kung wala po kayo, ay wala rin po ako dito. Marami pong salamat,” ani ng
aktor.
Pinakamaraming natanggap na parangal mula sa
Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino ang pelikulang “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang
Paa” Nakuha nito ang Best Screenplay (Alvin Yapan), Best Supporting Actress
(Jean Garcia), Best Cinematography (Arvin Viola), at Best Music (Christine
Muyco at Jema Pamintuan).
Ang mga sumusunod ang nagwagi sa ika-35 na taon
ng Gawad Urian:
Best Picture: “Ang
Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Actress: Maja
Salvador “Thelma”
Best Actor : Paulo
Avelino “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Director: Alvin Yapan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang
Paa”
Best Supporting Actress: Jean
Garcia “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Supporting Actor: Art
Acuña “Niño”
Best Screenplay: Alvin
Yapan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Cinematography: Arvin
Viola “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Production Design:
Maulen Fadul “The Natural Phenomenon of Madness”
Best Editing:
Lawrence Fajardo “Amok”
Best Music:
Christine Muyco and Jema Pamintuan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Sound:
Albert Michael Idioma and Addiss Tabong “Amok”
Best Documentary: “Tundong
Magiliw”
Best Short Film: “Sirip”
Ipinagkaloob ang Natatanging Gawad Urian sa
cinematographer na si Rody Lacap para sa kanyang mga pelikulang Itim, Batch ’81,
Kisapmata, Oro Plata Mata, Misteryo sa Tuwa at iba pa. Binigyan siya ng pugay
bilang isa sa mga henyo ng pelikula.
Ang ika-35 na Gawad Urian
ay kaakibat ng Cinema One at nang Film Development Council of the Philippines. Ipapalabas
ang engradeng awards night sa numero unong cable channel ng bansa. Huwag
palampasin ang gabi ng pagpupugay sa Hunyo 16, 2012, 11:00 p.m. na may mga
replay sa Hunyo 17, 4:00 p.m. at sa Hunyo 24, 10:00 p.m. sa Cinema One.
Available ang Cinema One sa SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver at iba pang cable
operators. Para sa mga detalye tungkol sa numero unong cable channel ng bansa,
mag log-on sa http://www.facebook.com/ Cinema1channel.
List of Winners to the 2012 Mafbex Entrance Tickets Contest
And the winners are...
Congratulations to the following readers who won two(2) tickets each to the 2012 MAFBEX at the World Trade Center. Tickets are good only for today June 16, 2012 until Sunday, June 17, 2012.
Enjoy!
results powered by Random.org
Entry #70Andrea A. - two(2) tickets plus a shirt
Entry #82Gina R. - two(2) tickets plus a shirt
Entry #20James M. - two(2) tickets plus a shirt
Entry #76Jell R. - two(2) tickets
Entry #32Myk R. - two(2) tickets
Entry #95tin g. - two(2) tickets
Entry #14Mary A. - two(2) tickets
Entry #46Emiliana S. - two(2) tickets
Entry #7Bernie S. - two(2) tickets
Entry #59axlpowerhouse - two(2) tickets
Tin G. gave up her two tickets so I raffled it again and the winner is Cherryl Opon, congrats Che!
I already sent each and everyone of you an e-mail with the instructions on how to claim your tickets.
Enjoy Mafbex!
Have a great day everyone!
God bless us all!
Tin G. gave up her two tickets so I raffled it again and the winner is Cherryl Opon, congrats Che!
I already sent each and everyone of you an e-mail with the instructions on how to claim your tickets.
Enjoy Mafbex!
Have a great day everyone!
God bless us all!
Miss World Philippines 2012 Candidates
TV5 and Miss World Philippines present the official 25 candidates who will vie for the title of Miss World Philippines 2012.
BICOL'S PRIDE
25 Official Contestants for Miss World Philippines 2012
BICOL'S PRIDE
25 Official Contestants for Miss World Philippines 2012
- Kaye Wigand
- Vanessa Claudine Amman
- Rosheila Tungol
- Mariz Ong
- Carla Terina Lizardo
- Paula Rich Bartolome
- Maria Teresita Alaine Baccay
- Maham Ahmed
- Rizzini Alexis Gomez
- Larah Grace Lacap
- Vania Valeri Vispo
- Paulina Eliseeff
- Maryanne Ross Misa
- Mariver Ocampo
- Daphne Tanya Molenar
- Brenna Cassandra Gamboa
- April Love Jordan
- Rufaida Babudin
- Marie Loraine Dione de Guzman
- Kaye Michelle Agnes
- Fer Mary Baliquig
- Queenrich Rehman
- Lara Lee Sarino
- Natacha Peugniez
- Maria Danna Javier
Images courtesy of Miss World Philippines and OPMB
End Your Compromise and Win Surprises from KOTEX®
What’s
the boldest, most daring thing you’ve done beyond your comfort zone?
Your
answers can pave the way for you to be chosen by KOTEX® in its newest
promo, which shores up the brand’s battle cry for every reinvented Maria Clara
who boldly stands by her passions and beliefs—even when you have a period!
With a keen understanding of reality
and what women go through, KOTEX® is
bringing a more elegant solution to
eliminate compromise for good as
it introduces KOTEX® with
Pro-Active Guards. This newest pad, specially designed to gently cradle a
woman’s body for a close fit, forms protective barriers to provide ultimate
leakage protection and let more Filipino women continue engaging in their
passions. KOTEX® with
Pro-Active Guards also comes with Rapid Absorb Funnels, which are
specially designed to absorb fluid during heavy or sudden flow, locking the
liquid away securely and, thus, preventing leakage.
“Being a reinvented modern Maria Clara
doesn’t mean you lose the essence of being a Filipina. The idea is about
proudly involving yourself in a lot of things—your job, day-to-day tasks, and
leisurely activities for example,” ,” said passionate blogger, music enthusiast
and actress Saab Magalona, one of the newest faces of KOTEX®. “And of course, when
you’re occupied, you don’t want to be bothered by troubles down there because
you have to stay focused and give your best on what you’re doing.”
So
ladies, if you think that compromising your passions just because it’s that time of the month is an
option, then you might want to think again. With KOTEX® with Pro-Active Guards and the KOTEX® End of Compromise
promo, all you have to do is to think about the things that you will never
compromise, share it with the brand and have a chance to win up to P20,000!
For more details, you may refer to
this video:
Also, mechanics can be found on Kotex
Philippines’ Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/ KotexPH/app_311078582310623):
1. Contest is open to all
Filipino women aged 16-35 years old. There is no limit as to the number of
video entries an individual can submit.
2. The video clip should
not be less than 30 seconds short but not more than 1 minute long.
3. Theme for the video: “This
Maria Clara Does Not Compromise.” Participants must come up with a
video showing her doing a unique activity that demonstrates how she embodies
a reinvented Maria Clara.
4. Upload your video via Youtube
and answer the official registration form on the Kotex PH Facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/KotexPH).
5. Wait for two (2) email
notifications from Kotex PH: (1) a confirmation that your entry was received
and (2) a notice that your entry has been posted in our official FB fan page.
Only entries posted on the Kotex PH Facebook account shall be considered as
official entries.
6. A screening and review
committee will view all entries to ensure that the videos conform to the
standards of decency and are aligned with the values that Kotex
embodies.
7. Cut-off period for submission of
entries shall be at 11:59 pm on the 30th of June 2012.
Finalists will be posted on July 3, 2012.
8. Criteria for Judging:
a. Re-invented Maria Clara Factor (40%);
b. Number of Likes (30%);
c.
Creative
Execution and Wow Factor (20%)
d. Quality of Audio and Video (10%)
The panel of judges will be composed
of the Kotex Brand Team.
9. Contest period is from May
29, 2012 to July 16, 2012.
Submission of entries: May 29 –
June 30, 2012.
Voting period : July 3 until
July 16, 2012.
10. Winners and the winning
entries will be announced on the Kotex PH Facebook Page.
There will be 3 winners. Each will
receive a prize from Kotex PH:
a.
First Prize: Php 20,000
b.
Runner-ups: Kotex gift packs
A participant can only win once.
11. The decision of the board of
judges is final.
12. Participants
are requested not to use clips, footages, music, and images that have copyright
licenses.
13. The participant is giving KotexPH
the permission to use the participant’s video entry in various promotional
activities.
*Kotex
PH reserves the right to conduct a verification process of the entries and the
information provided on the registration form.
KOTEX® brand is committed to helping women make
informed choices every day. For decades, KOTEX® has introduced innovation after
innovation as a result of our intimate understanding of women’s bodies and the lifestyles they lead. Our
innovations come from our desire to not only satisfy the needs of today’s women
but also to inspire them with new ways on how to protect and care for their
bodies. To learn more about the new KOTEX® products, visit www.kotex.com.ph.
Friday, June 15, 2012
FREE HAIRCUT, MASSAGE AND BP CHECK
Mabuhay! Freebies are raining everywhere!
After the successful free train rides last June 12, 2012, here comes another treat. Yehey!
LRT will have a very nice surprise treat on June17, 2012, Father's Day, from 8:00AM-12:00Noon- free hair cut, massage & blood pressure check up at Roosevelt & Cubao Stations.
After the successful free train rides last June 12, 2012, here comes another treat. Yehey!
Happy Father's day po sa inyong lahat!
Win FREE Entrance Tickets to the 2012 MAFBEX at the World Trade Center
It is better late than never, dear readers! I chanced upon the handsome director of WORLDBEX yesterday and he wants you to have Free Tickets to the 2012 MAFBEX at the World Trade Center tomorrow Saturday, June 16, 2012 Sunday, June 17, 2012. Read on.
It's the sixth year of the biggest and most awaited food event of the year, the Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX). This year's theme is "Back to Basics," the grand expo is happening right now at the World Trade Center, extending to the East Wing. It opened its doors last June 13 and will run until Sunday June 17, 2012 from 10am-8pm.
This 2012, MAFBEX has decided to go back to basics as the rise of health-conscious Filipinos has grown tremendously over the years. Putting the spotlight on organic foods, this expo aims to provide tips and tricks to widen the knowledge of people to live a healthier lifestyle.
Some of the highlights of the 6th MAFBEX are the following:
- Cook-off battles by culinary experts from inter-school and professional divisions
- Interesting free food- and hospitality-related seminars by the industry's bests (e.g. food styling, corporate image enhancement, cooking for VIPs, advancements in food preservation, catering, etc.)
- Food samples and talks on cooking techniques, ingredients from renowned local and international chefs
- Displays and showcases from suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and retailers of food and beverage products and equipment
- Competitions showcasing new generation skills (e.g. flairing, table setups, mocktail punch, cake decorating, ice carving, etc.)
- Imported goods at discounted prices
- Raffle prizes
The annual Manila Foods and Beverages Expo has an average food traffic of more than 50,000 and a showcase of over 500 booths. MAFBEX 2012 is organized by Worldbex Services International (WSI) in cooperation with the De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), for the benefit of the ABS-CBN Foundation.
Entrance to the event is Php100 but Travel on a shoestring is hooking Twenty (20) people with FREE TICKETS plus 3 shirts. Simply join the giveaway below which will run for today only June 15, 2012. Open to all Manila, Philippines residents only. Please join only if you will be able to attend the event date tomorrow until Sunday, June 17, 2012, that starts at 10 o' clock in the morning, so we won't waste the slot. Salamat!
- Winners will be announced on June 16, 2012 here. Around 12:15, yes, a little after midnight.
- Prizes are as follows:
- 10 winners of 2 tickets for FREE entrance to MAFBEX, total of 20 tickets
- 3 shirts from MAFBEX
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Important Notice:
Good News for all those winners who failed to get their prize today, you could still claim and use it until tomorrow, Sunday, June 17, 2012. Again, Congratulations!
Wishing for a Grand Vacation at El Nido Resorts Apulit Island in Taytay Palawan
Why the heck would I want to visit Apulit Island Resort in Taytay Palawan?
Picture this! Apulit Island Resort is said to be situated in a quiet cove, surrounded by impressive limestone cliffs. Formerly known by its former name as Club Noah Isabelle, it boasts of an unspoiled scenery.
I couldn't wait to see with my own two eyes the wonderful flora and fauna of Apulit Island Resort and the pristine rolling hills of coral teaming with colorful tropical fish and friendly sea turtles!
Who wouldn't? Apulit Island Resort is said to be El Nido Resorts’ newest property with powdery white sand beaches, blue water, lush, vividly colourful rainforest greenery and a peaceful environment.
Upon arrival, I could imagine the staff greeting us with a warm performance of a welcoming ceremony. Then they would be putting an everlasting or sampaguita around our necks and would give us a welcome drink, bread and various fruits and then escort us to our rooms.
For my upcoming birthday, I am wishing upon my lucky star that I could stay on Apulit Island Resort's cabana that stands on stilts over deep water. The cabana, tiny as they may look, will be well-equipped and tastefully decorated. I bet, there would be a nice balcony for lounging, with a great view over the bay and a grandstand seat for watching the sunset.
Awww, that would be so romantic. Kilig to the bones! This is so perfect for couples and honeymooners.
For my upcoming birthday, I am wishing upon my lucky star that I could stay on Apulit Island Resort's cabana that stands on stilts over deep water. The cabana, tiny as they may look, will be well-equipped and tastefully decorated. I bet, there would be a nice balcony for lounging, with a great view over the bay and a grandstand seat for watching the sunset.
Awww, that would be so romantic. Kilig to the bones! This is so perfect for couples and honeymooners.
There would be an inviting infinity swimming pool where I will be swimming my heart out all night long. Ha ha ha!
The fishes are said to be in all colors of the rainbow and sizes. There would be few eels present, as is the odd reef sharks that are not aggressive and they are only about 2 feet long. I would also probably see Jaw fish and crocodile fish and spot sting ray and turtle too.There would be a big box jelly hunting under the huts with a full eight inch bell and eighteen (18) inches long tenacles and they will be moving towards me so I have to move away, ha ha ha! These various activities will be an awesome experience.
I could see myself grinning from ear to ear watching the baby sharks hunt for anchovies under the terrace. Being a nature lover, Apulit Island Resort Wildlife can engross me to watch all day long its colorful birds and fishes. I am in love with tranquility and seclusion.
Having my own snorkeling gears and life jacket wherever I go, I would never miss to have a snorkeling trip with one of the guides and be amazed once again of the sights underwater, the different beautiful and alive coral reefs in the area, plenty of fishes, sharks, and marine plants.
Since it has El Nido's branding, Apulit Island Resort offers many activities for its guest for sure. I'll definitely ask its personnel on what I can do every day since most of the activities are free. I believe Apulit Island Resort personnel offers precise and comprehensive schedule and information for the next day which they usually distribute to the rooms every night. Hiking may even be one of the activities.
I couldn't wait to try all the activities at Apulit resort's list that may include island-hopping, different marine sports, such as snorkeling, swimming in the hidden lagoon, caving, diving, para sailing, kayaking, helmet diving, boating, hobie-catting, wind-surfing and underwater hockey.
I could picture myself enjoying evening events which include traditional local dance performances, playing of guitars and other local musical instrument performances, handicraft making and bonfires. I would love to try a very good and inexpensive massage at the beach by the cabana. A wonderful massage by the sea would be really really awesome!
There would be romantic dinner by the beach. Food would be a buffet at every meal. It would not be extraordinary, but there would always be lots of fresh greens and fruits, and you could pick out your own meat, fish or seafood which the chefs prepare for you. Sometimes, you could compose you own fried rice, soup or fried noodle which the chefs prepare. There would be something for every taste.
I bet there would always be a thermo of drinking water in our room. Hot and cold showers would be at our disposal. The service would be excellent. The staff would be very helpful and would quickly fix everything that we ask for. Apulit Island Resort staff would be very courteous and genuinely kind. I bet there'd a good variety of gifts and handicrafts that guests could buy and take home as gifts for their love ones. There would also be an in-house physician in case of emergencies or minor illnesses.
Apulit Island Resort could also be recommended for families as there are big huts here. The activities are also well suited for kids.
Apulit Island in Taytay Palawan is very secluded, private, romantic and adventurous. A great place to go! The world and people could be so spectacular especially in Apulit Island! And yes, for those who need to stay connected, wi-fi works great in the dining and reception areas.
*Credits to the owners of the photos especially to underwater videographer sir Robert "Bobbit" Suntay. I captured them from El Nido Resorts Facebook. If I win this contest, I will come up with my own videos and photos.Thank you.
*Credits to the owners of the photos especially to underwater videographer sir Robert "Bobbit" Suntay. I captured them from El Nido Resorts Facebook. If I win this contest, I will come up with my own videos and photos.Thank you.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS IN THE 35TH GAWAD URIAN
Best Picture: “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Actress: Maja Salvador “Thelma”
Best Actor : Paulo Avelino “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Director: Alvin Yapan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Supporting Actress: Jean Garcia “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Supporting Actor: Art Acuña “Niño”
Best Screenplay: Alvin Yapan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Cinematography: Arvin Viola “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Production Design: Maulen Fadul “The Natural Phenomenon of Madness”
Best Editing: Lawrence Fajardo “Amok”
Best Music: Christine Muyco and Jema Pamintuan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”
Best Sound: Albert Michael Idioma and Addiss Tabong “Amok”
Best Documentary: “Tundong Magiliw”
Best Short Film: “Sirip”
The Natatanging Gawad Urian was awarded to cinematographer, Rody Lacap for his works, Itim, Kisapmata, Oro Plata Mata and many more. The event gave tribute to another deserving Filipino genius.
The 35th Gawad Urian will air on June 16, (Saturday) at 11:00 p.m. with replays on June 17 at 4:00 p.m. and on June 24 at 10:00 p.m. only on Cinema One. Cinema One is available on SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and other quality cable operators nationwide. For more information about the latest happenings in the Philippines’s number cable channel, visit to http://www.facebook.com/ Cinema1channel.