Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila

     I've been to KidZania thrice and the feeling is always awesome. I also get to learn while waiting for Kenzo outside the play area. There were times that I want to join the misters and misses in the role play activity because it's really fun and exciting inside the rooms.

     Great news as big adventure knocks on the doors of KidZania Manila, as moms, dads, siblings, and grandparents embrace the fun and learning with “Weekends are for Family.” See schedule of activities for the month of October below :)

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
Ms. Maricel Pangilinan- Arenas with Gerald Anderson

     Since the program started in August, Saturdays and Sundays hit a new level of excitement as the play city rolls out various fun activities. Families enjoyed a special performance by the cast of Repertory Philippines’ Hansel and Gretel, which delighted the young and young-at-heart alike. Those who missed this treat should not worry, as the talented thespians will be back to present a sneak preview of the well-loved book, A Little Princess on October 22, 5:30 p.m. at the Main Square. Families will also get to enjoy a meet-and-greet session with the stars of the play right after.

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
It's Hansel and Gretel

     The all-new “Weekends are for Family” program aims to get everyone involved trying roles at select establishments at the play city. Side-by-side, family members can unleash their inner dreamers and enjoy the various jobs in KidZania Manila. Misters and misses have to decide which way they’re going, with fun set out in all directions. They can assist mom and dad, grandpa and grandma in exploring job openings in the play city. 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
9 Works Performance

     The play city also played host to a vibrant mix of performers from the G-Force, Halili-Cruz School of Ballet, UP Street Dance Club, 9 Works Theatrical (with actors George Schulze, Becca Coates, and Mitzie Lao), and the talented finalists of The Voice Kids (Season 3). 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila
G-Force teaching kids how to dance

     While the future artists at KidZania Manila busied themselves with their fellow creatives, the up-and-coming scientists tested their theories with Mad Science Philippines. Curious misters and misses used the Main Square as an open laboratory to cook up their next experiment. 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila

     KidZania Manila has packed even more exciting activities for families and friends for the last months of the year. 

“Weekends are for Family” program line-up of activities

• KidZania Manila is presenting its first Book Fair this coming October 8 and 9 with National Book Store and ABS-CBN Publishing. Discounts and activities await families. 
• On October 15 and 16, there will also be a Lego Building Competition in two categories: one for misters and misses 7 to 10 years old, and another for those between 11 and 14 years old. The competition will held be in the afternoons and will require sign-ups at the Main Square. 

Weekends are for Family at KidZania Manila

The Voice Kids with paZZports

Halloween at Kidzania Manila

• Adults will also get to be kids again with the first Big Kids’ Night on October 21, 2016. 
• This fun-filled event is open to adults 18 years old and above. 
• Watch for the Treasure Trove surprise for CitiZens (KidZania paZZport holders) this coming Halloween, October 28 to 31. 
• Stand by for announcements on KidZania Manila’s website, manila.kidzania.com or follow KidZania Manila on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

     The excitement doesn’t stop there! Starting October 16 until December 18, families will get to experience Zuper Sundays—this promises eight hours of playtime, from 9AM to 5PM. They can also choose to go on Saturdays, during the morning shift (9AM to 2PM), or the afternoon session (3 to 8PM). 

     Weekends have never been this fun for the whole family! Rediscover a world of learning at KidZania Manila! The city is also open on weekdays, from 9AM to 4PM.

For tickets and more information, including planning your holiday schedule in advance, visit manila.kidzania.com.

Bounty Fresh Giant Chicken

     I saw a big chicken on the top of one building in Magallanes last week and that humongous animal made me smile. It's really big but it's not real because it's just an inflatable chicken. This installation is a head-turner because I've noticed that some passengers inside MRT laugh secretly and had a smile on their faces after seeing that big chicken from afar.

     Traversing the usual EDSA traffic can easily turn travel into an irritating driving experience. And as the sea of red lights becomes the highlight of the day, motorists can’t help but to look for something that could ease their frustration. EDSA fixtures that have people smiling as they drive by are giant, inflatable chicken installations courtesy of Bounty Fresh. 

Bounty Fresh Giant Chicken
One of Bounty Fresh’s giant chicken installations located at EDSA-Magallanes (south bound) has brought smiles to motorists.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

     The best way to end the day is to chill with best buds, loved ones, and friends over good food and drinks. I know a place where you can sit back and relax- Casa Italia! Happy hour is made more delicious and homey because of delicious authentic Italian fare.

     Fans of Casa Italia’s signature gelato are sure to love its After Dark series, a lineup of flavors spiked with liquor. Made with all-natural ingredients and infused with premium alcohol, it is a party in every scoop. See more of Casa Italia After Dark offerings below :)

Casa Italia After Dark Series

After dark drinks:

1. Ocean Dreams

• Cravings for piña colada are satisfied by this drink.
• Containing 4% alcohol, this tropical sorbet captures seaside getaways lounging with a concoction of pineapple, coconut cream, and white and dark rum. 
• Tempting taste buds is Night Eire (6% alcohol), coffee gelato infused with Bailey’s Irish Cream. 

2. Berry Bite 

• This drink with (4% alcohol) is the perfect combination of juicy blackberries and red wine—a rich, velvety flavor that brings to mind luxurious wine vacations in Italy. 
• Those who prefer smooth white wine can toast to Tipsy Pink (5% alcohol), which partners the crisp drink with luscious strawberry. 

3. Beers

• Casa Italia’s cool vibe is complemented by its array of beer, always served cold and priced less compared to neighboring bars, giving more bang for one’s buck. 
• Cooling down with the crew can also be all-night parties, as the restaurant serves local beer on a buy-one, take-one promo from 7:00PM until the restaurant closes at 1:00 AM. Local craft beers are also available.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

     Celebrate festival of flavors by complementing Casa Italia’s spirited selection of treats like the new artisanal pizza variants, filled with prime ingredients that can’t be topped.

1. Exclusively available at the Bonifacio Global City branch are the Shrimp & Caviar Pizza, topped with shrimp, caviar, and arugula, and Smoked Salmon Pizza, which is piled with slices of smoked salmon.

Casa Italia After Dark Series

2. Meant for serious meat lovers is the Amante di Carne, which is served only at the SM North EDSA branch. A hearty mix of pepperoni, Italian sausage, ground beef, and ham, this pizza satisfies in every bite.

Casa Italia After Dark Series
Amante Di Carne

3. The Capricciosa Pizza has bell peppers, onions, mushroom, pepperoni, Italian sausage, bacon, ground beef, ham, and black olives served on a bed of creamy mozzarella cheese.

Casa Italia After Dark SeriesCapricciosa Pizza

     Whether you’re in the mood to celebrate or looking for a picker upper, take “happy hour” on a whole new level at Casa Italia, and savor great Italian food made from honest, fresh ingredients.

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Harringtons Lifestyle Auction

     Do you have a penchant for unique furniture? I presume that if you love unique art pieces, you will be delighted to have a piece or two displayed in your abode. Have you heard of Harringtons? It's my first time to hear the word but after googling it I found out that it is one of the best kept secrets in the South for unique furniture and art lovers who simply cannot resist a good hunt for pre-loved furnishings, one of a kind collectibles and antiques. 

     A little over two years since its inception, Harrington’s has risen to become one of the most trusted premier Lifestyle Showroom and Auction House in the Philippines. Continuing the tradition of HMR Auction Services, a pioneer of the Philippine auctioneering industry for over two decades, a group of elite auctioneers from Melbourne Australia, collaborated to create the Harringtons Lifestyle Auction and Showroom.  Excited to know more about Harringtons? Read this now to know more about the details of the upcoming auction below :)

Harrington Lifestyle Auction

     Discerning buyers and bidders—who are usually avid collectors searching for beautiful and rare purchases—are treated to an auction with a relaxed welcoming vibe in a 650-sqm gallery and showroom maintained by a team devoted to giving quality and value for money for both the home enthusiast and avid collector. 

     Harringtons next highly anticipated auction of exquisite European furniture will take place in July 09, 2016 at 2:00 o’clock pm Preview and Registration is ongoing. What’s even more exciting is that you don’t have to wait until then to get your hands on rare pieces to add to your home because Harringtons is currently selling beautiful and unique European furniture, timepieces, accessories, and paintings at reasonable prices. 

     Appreciating their buyers’ discerning taste, Harringtons distinguishes itself by providing quality, authentic, and well-curated paintings, furniture, antiques, sculptures, photographs, historical pieces, memorabilia, jewellery, watches, and vehicles—both classic and collectible pieces. 

     Harringtons Lifestyle Auction and Showroom is the place to visit for unique vintage furnishings in the Philippines. Seek out this best kept secret place in the South rare pieces with in your reach. 

     I'm so excited to tell this news to my relatives who love collecting unique pieces for their home. I'm sure that art and lifestyle aficionados will score different pieces at reasonable prices from Harringtons.

     Harringtons Lifestyle Showroom - HMR Compound (KM 21 East Service Road South Super Highway, Sucat Muntinlupa City, 1780 Muntinlupa City). 

The Showroom and Auction house is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. for direct sales. For more details you may call 548-6986 or 0916-4674321

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors

     Would you believe if I tell you that I don't drink carbonated drinks? Yes, I've tasted sodas for only a couple of times and those were during child hood days. I don't like the taste of carbonated drinks, it's like I'm gulping an alcoholic drink that it hurts my throat. My alternative to sodas are iced tea and juice drinks and of course, water!

     Great news to juice drink fanatics. Del Monte Philippines recently launched two new exciting flavors to beat the heat even though summer is bidding goodbye. These new refreshing blends will surely be a hit in mealtimes- Del Monte Juice Drink in Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee. Details below :)

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors

     As the summer heat kicks in, quench your family's thirst with the new refreshing limited-edition flavors of Del Monte Juice Drinks- Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee! They are made with real fruit juice, so you can taste the real fruit goodness in every sip. Your family will surely love the sweet fruitiness of these exciting summer blends down to the last drop.

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors
Del Monte Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee Juice Drinks

     These two new flavors are only available for the summer, (I hope they make it available throughout the year) so make sure to stock up to make your family's summer outings, merienda and mealtimes more fruitfully refreshing. Del Monte Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee Juice Drinks are available in 1 liter tetra pack in all leading supermarkets for only Php 65.00

Del Monte Juice Drinks New Summer Flavors
Del Monte Juice Drinks in Four Seasons, Pineapple, Mango, Pineapple Orange, Pineapple Pomelo and Pineapple Lychee

     But if you're not into these kind of flavors, there are other range of juice drink flavors available like Four Seasons, Pineapple, Mango, and Pineapple Orange. These delicious flavors of Del Monte Juice Drinks are made with real fruit juice and contain 100% of your daily Vitamin C needs!

Have you tried the limited edition flavors? What's your favorite Del Monte Juice Drink flavor?

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