Coca-Cola x KFC Emoticups

    What a great feeling to see your favorite drink in a glass that says your emotion. Your favorite 'hugot' lines can be as short as one word now that Coca-Cola and KFC tied-up to bring you the limited edition Coca-Cola EmotiCups. 

     I was invited to the launch of Coca-Cola EmotiCups last August 9, 2016 at KFC Matalino Branch in Quezon City. During the event, Coca-Cola and KFC introduced to media guests and bloggers the cups that will make KFC lovers share their favorite emotions while munching on their favorite KFC chicken and other food offerings. Highlights of the event below :)

Coca-Cola x KFC Emoticups 

     Now, there’s an exciting and fun way to show how much diners really feel when eating their favorite finger lickin’ good chicken with families and friends as KFC comes out with the limited edition Coca-Cola EmotiCups.

     With the power of emoticons, Coca-Cola together with KFC is giving everyone a fun and creative way to share their feelings using Coke Emoticons, while enjoying the finger-licking goodness of their favorite KFC fried chicken. 

How to score your Coca-Cola Emoticups?

1. Coca-Cola EmotiCups are free for every chicken bucket meal which includes 8 pieces of chicken, 2 spaghetti, 4 rice and 4 medium drinks in collectible EmotiCups. 

2. Diners can also avail of the EmotiCups by simply adding P20 to their combo meal with drink, Fully-Loaded meal, Fill-Up Box, 1-Piece chicken meal, or Teriyaki Pepper Steak rice bowl.

Coca-Cola x KFC Emoticups 

3. There are 5 Coca-Cola EmotiCups to choose from: kilig, lol, wow, love, and incredible.

Coca-Cola x KFC Emoticups 

4.  The latest collaboration between two of the biggest global brands will be available from July 8 to September 8 at your nearest KFC branch.

Coca-Cola x KFC Emoticups 
Coca-Cola and KFC Team with online ambassador Karel Marquez

     Make eating with friends more special and fun with the finger lickin’ good KFC meals and ice-cold Coca-Cola in unique EmotiCups. Taste the Feeling, Share the Feeling with Coke and KFC.

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HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge

     Advancement of technology leads to evolution of gadgets from simple to most astonishing ones. Gadgets nowadays look sublime. It becomes an accessory too, if you're fashionable and wants them gadgets be a part of your outfit. As extensions of one’s self, personal devices can represent one’s taste for either stylish design or unmatched functional qualities. 

     And with the evolving landscape of tech innovation, HP looks to put a premium on the laptop experience by revolutionizing design and engineering, and turning them into a breakthrough, luxurious package. There's a new laptop in town that was launched days ago and dubbed as the world's thinnest laptop- HP Spectre. Highlights of the event and specs of HP Spectre after the jump.

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge

     HP® Philippines, Inc. unveiled its latest fleet of premium laptops through A Tasteful Edge, a launch event held at Anima in Green Sun. Led by its flagship model, HP Spectre—the world’s thinnest and most luxurious laptop—the affair showcased the inspiration behind HP’s successful reinvention of a laptop obsession: the marriage of premium engineering and tasteful design. 

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge
Ms. Tessa Prieto-Valdes

     The event was hosted by Ms. Tessa Prieto-Valdes where she introduced Kenneth Cobonpue as one of HP's inspiration in the world of craftsmanship. Kenneth Cobonpue shared his early beginnings in the furniture industry. His commitment and passion in making unique furniture is exemplary. I admire him because his inspiration in creating exquisite pieces are from our own - ratan, bamboo, and Banaue Rice Terraces. 

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge
Kenneth Cobonpue

     A special guest headlined the event- the multi-awarded furniture designer and manufacturer Kenneth Cobonpue who exhibited his ingenious works and shared his personal creative process in coming up with his masterpieces. Famous for integrating hand-crafted natural materials into modern design, Cobonpue has gloriously elevated the concept of furniture—from a mere functional household necessity into an exceptional piece of art.

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge
Albert Mateo, Jr., HP® Philippines, Inc. country manager

“HP’s premium line of laptops, especially the HP Spectre, is the integration of inspired craftsmanship, sophisticated lifestyle design, and functional ingenuity,” said Albert Mateo, Jr., HP® Philippines, Inc. country manager. “Like a precious piece of jewelry, they take the laptop experience to a whole new level, providing an edge on tasteful elegance and efficiency through exceptional design and engineering.” 

HP Spectre Specs:

     Tagged as one of HP’s best inventions, the HP Spectre is a design breakthrough with state-of-the-art engineering, created to serve as an efficient everyday tool and an eye-catching extension of one’s self.

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge

• With a hidden piston hinge mechanism, people on-the-go are in for a treat with Spectre’s 10.4mm and 2.49lbs super-thin, seamless design illusion fit for optimum mobility. 
• It is more artisan than manufactured, captured by its ash gray aluminum top cover and the bold use of lux copper metal accent for a warmer, more jewelry-like companion. 
• Machined-in are 13.3-inch, full HD gorilla glass display.
• A pair of Bang and Olufsen speakers, aimed to supply movie and music enthusiasts with a complete audio-visual experience packed in an elegant laptop.
• 8-hour battery life and full Intel® Core™ power supply assures its users undistracted connectivity. Windows 10 default operating system delivers smooth program performance for personal use. 
• A USB-C port not only secures data exchange, it also provides stronger influx of power for various plugged-in devices. 

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge

     Also showcased in the event were HP’s Elite x2 1012 and Envy laptops—both high-performing, stylishly-designed devices for the mobile worker that provides productive, industry-level output and performance.

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge

     With the all-new HP Spectre, together with the rest of the premium line of laptops, the stunning balance of great engineering and beautifully crafted design are captured to elevate one’s laptop experience. 

HP Spectre- A Tasteful Edge

     Indeed, HP’s premium ingenuity has played a vital role in reinventing laptop-use obsession and in providing its privileged users a tasteful edge over the others. Thank you so much HP Philippines for having me. Indeed, HP Spectre is a stunner- thin, luxurious, and sublime. 

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Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch

     Aging is inevitable, but signs can be reversible because of different skin care products that we have today. In search for the fountain of youth, women ages 30 years old and above resort to anti-aging products to pro-long the effects of aging in the skin. If you're into anti-aging, I presume that you are using creams, serums, and even supplements that diminishes fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, and pigmentation. 

     Did you know that 20 is the new 30? Yes, you read that right. With all the stress and bad habits that come with our hectic, modern lives, women are aging faster than ever before. And the signs- both internal and external, visible and invisible, start to manifest as early as your 20s.  I was shocked when I heard this during Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye campaign. Does that mean  I'm already late in terms of when to incorporate anti-aging products in my skin care regimen? Sharing some insights on anti-aging and highlights of the event below :)

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch

     Last August 4, 2016, Watsons launched their Kiss Aging Goodbye event at Watsons Podium Mall with Patty Laurel as their host. Watsons is helping thousands of women to Kiss Aging Goodbye in its latest anti-aging campaign. During the event, we busted the myths about anti-aging and learned more on the facts why it is important to invest on skin care products that target aging.

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch

     Watsons Marketing Director, Ms. Viki Encarnacion, explains, “The Kiss Aging Goodbye campaign is what Watsons is all about. It’s an educational effort with a two-pronged approach, teaching our customers how to prevent the negative effects of aging by taking care of themselves inside and out. We are literally helping people ‘Look good. Feel great.’ And it’s a wonderful thing.” Here’s how the two-pronged approach works.

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch
Watsons Krisel Macatangay, Viki Encarnacion, Christine Villongco, Maita Santiago, Kim Reyes and Karen Fabres

     Watsons offers different anti-aging skin care products from cheap, cost-effective and high-end ones. Of course these products range from creams, serums, lotions, and supplements. Here are the products that I've spotted inside the store and are available in leading Watsons stores nationwide:

1. Topicals, creams, lotions, serums

• To help you kiss those wrinkles goodbye, try L’Oreal Dermo Expertise Revitalift Range—a skin care solution inspired by laser, that promises younger looking skin in 4 weeks! 
• Or bring back your baby skin with Collagen by Watsons Intensive Nourishing Facial Mask, enriched with Collagen and Vitamin E to repair dryness and enhance skin’s elasticity.

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch
L’Oreal Dermo Expertise Revitalift

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch
Collagen by Watsons

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch
Olay products

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch
POND'S

2. Anti-aging supplements

• A lot of the signs of aging we see on the outside is caused by the body breaking down on the inside. 
• Calcium deficiency and lack of collagen are two common culprits. 
• To help prevent a haggard look, you should give yourself the added nutrition you need in the form of food supplements and ingestible beauty aids. 
• One of Watsons’ favorites is the iVi Collagen Ready-To-Drink, with 10,000 mg of Collagen that helps smoothen fine lines, and lighten dark spots for that forever-young glow. 

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch

Here are some tips from the experts and from yours truly:

1. If you want to keep your beauty longer, keep your beauty bases covered from nutrition to skincare, inside and out. 

2. You’re never too young to start looking old. Start preventive maintenance in your early 20s. If that ship has sailed, start as early as now. 

3. Always drink 8-10 glasses of water a day. Hydration is the key to maintain skin elasticity and moisture thus preventing it from dryness.

4. Use sunblock and sunscreen everyday. Re-apply every 4 hours. Bring umbrella, wear shades, to protect you from the damaging rays of the sun. Avoid sun exposure in the afternoon where the UVA/UVB rays are at its peak.

5. Stop smoking! Drink moderately. Eat healthy and exercise. 

6. Start your anti-aging regimen by investing on products that will help lessen or diminish wrinkles, fine lines, crow's feet, sagging skin, and hyper pigmentation. You can score anti-aging products at Watsons Stores nationwide.

7. Start hoarding anti-aging products now because Watsons is having a great sale on anti-aging products until September 21, 2016.

Watsons Kiss Aging Goodbye Campaign Launch

What's your favorite anti-aging skin care products to date? Hoard now at Watsons, because I'm going to replenish my anti-aging essentials too!

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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors Ambassadors

     Last July 10, 2016 an exciting event was held at Robinsons Manila Activity Center. It's the day of the big reveal as Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes were appointed AIR OPTIX® Colors’ and FreshLook®’ s newest ambassadors, with a special focus on engaging young people in the right use of color contact lens. 

     I've been wearing contact lenses for the more than 20 years now. I started wearing contact lenses when I was in high school and the first brand that I bought was FreshLook. The brand offers different colors and I find the price affordable that's why I always make sure to dispose and buy new ones when the advisable wear time expires. It's important to know these things, a.k.a. contact lens 101 because our eyes are important. We don't want to go blind just because of misuse of contact lens, right? Highlights of the event below :)

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors Ambassadors

     AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook®, both designed to create beautiful, natural-looking eyes, while providing healthy vision and consistent comfort throughout one’s wearing period have their own special wearing modalities. Both are products of Alcon the global leader in eye care, provides innovative products that enhance quality of life by helping people worldwide see better. 

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors Ambassadors

     I presume that you are confused on which brand to buy so I'm giving you a brief information below on both contact lens brand under Alcon. But first here are the things you need to know on both brands:

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors Ambassadors

• AIR OPTIX® COLORS and FreshLook® Color Contact Lenses are designed to enhance dark or light eyes and bring out one’s natural beauty. 
• These lenses can be prescribed with or without vision correction. 
• They are made with a unique, smooth surface and feature a technology that combines 3 colors -in -1 to blend naturally with the color of your eye. 
• Filipino women can now choose to have AIR OPTIX® Colors for Long Hour Wear or FreshLook® for Everyday Wear depending on their lifestyle. 
• Both AIR OPTIX® COLORS and FreshLook® Color Contact Lenses are FDA approved, monthly replacement lenses and are available in at least nine beautiful colours, ranging from subtle to vibrant. 
• Benefit from comfort, breathability* and beauty in one contact lens.
• Breathable* color contact lenses with nine natural-looking shades, from subtle to vibrant.
• Available for people with or without the need for vision correction.

AIR OPTIX® Colors 

• Air Optix Colors is made up of proprietary silicone hydrogel material which allows plenty of oxygen to pass through the contact lenses; therefore they are perfect for LONG-HOUR WEAR. 
• These contact lenses has an extensive color selection; from subtle enhancements (pure hazel, blue, green, grey and brown), or for bold and striking eyes (brilliant blue, gemstone green, honey and sterling grey). 

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors AmbassadorsAIR OPTIX® Colors 

FreshLook® Color Contact Lenses

• FreshLook uses the classic hydrogel material and is best for EVERYDAY WEAR. 
• FreshLook® color selection includes amethyst, green, pure hazel, brown, gray and blue for a subtle look, and honey, sterling gray, gemstone green, brilliant blue for those who want to have striking eyes. FreshLook® also comes in daily disposable contact lenses (pure hazel, blue, green and gray) and FreshLook® Illuminate (rich brown and jet black) for those who just want to have brighter, bigger eyes. 

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors AmbassadorsFreshLook® Colors

Here's a piece of an advice from Dr. Romualdez-Oo:

• Knowing how long you want to use your contact lens in a day matters. 
• Just like our bodies need to breathe, oxygen is also essential for the health of the cornea, the clear, domed-shaped front part of the eye. 
• Insufficient oxygen may cause corneal swelling and lead to irritated and red eyes which may bring about uncomfortable lens wear
• Contact lenses are medical devices and should be fitted by a licensed eye care professional, even for people who do not need vision correction. 
• Your eye care professional can determine the contact lens and correction that are best for you.

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors Ambassadors

     Now you can feel free to have fun, be beautiful and have healthy eyes with Air Optix® Colors and FreshLook® Color Contact Lenses. Remember, responsible contact lens wear equals happy, brighter, and healthier eyes. Thank you so much Alcon for my new contact lens. It's so pretty and comfy. I'm wearing Air Optix Colors in Pure Hazel in my photo below :)

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes as AIR OPTIX® Colors and FreshLook® Colors Ambassadors
Air Optix Colors in Pure Hazel

For more information on Freshlook Contact Lenses Philippines and Air Optix Colors Philippines,

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Robinsons Supermarket "Celebrate Wellness" Promo Launch

     It's time to celebrate health and wellness as Robinsons Supermarket recently launch the 4th leg of the year-long Robinsons Route to Wellness Campaign. Being healthy is a choice and we need to celebrate it every day with our families, friends, and loved ones. We always say 'thank you' above for giving us blessings every day that's why when one reaches his or her birthday healthy every year, we choose to celebrate it with them.

     Robinsons Supermarket joins us in celebrating a healthy lifestyle. Last August 6, 2016, Robinsons Supermarket organized a Wellness Theme Park at Eastwood Mall to launch the Celebrate promo. Families came together and spent a fun and learning-filled day. Highlights include a bubble station, popcorn maker and a roller-coaster themed photo booth. More details of the event below :)

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo Launch

   
     Before the event started, we visited every booth at the venue and played different games that the participating brands prepared for all the visitors. I also learned some trivia about health and wellness that day.

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo Launch

   
     Kuya Tonipet Gaba hosted this public event that's why mall goers got a chance to join the activities in different booths. They just presented a receipt of proof of purchase that includes the products of participating brands.

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo Launch

    
     Kids and kids at heart enjoyed the games and activities in each booth. I also participated in the booths like shooting the balls, rolling the dice, and memory games. These booths offered educational and fun activities that made each contestant excited because there were prizes at stake too!

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo Launch

     
     The Route to Wellness is a series of promos which started in March with Explore, Learn in May, and the Wellness Festival in July. It will culminate with Give in December where more wellness rewards will be given away to customers. Customers are encouraged to collect at least 5 stamps at every promo period to get a PHP100 Robinsons gift certificate.

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo Launch
Kuya Tonipet Gaba

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo 

• “Celebrate” will carry on in all Robinsons Supermarket stores the entire months of August and September. 
• Throughout the promo period, a free portable picnic mat will be given away for a minimum of P3,000 single receipt purchase, inclusive of P500 worth of participating products from Unilever, P&G, Colgate-Palmolive, J&J, Nestle, Coca-Cola, Selecta, Belo, CDO, and Kojie-San, to name a few. 
• The picnic mats come in 3 colors: blue, green and purple. 

Robinsons Supermarket 'Celebrate' Promo Launch
Participating brands for the month of August and September

So visit and shop at Robinsons Supermarket today and discover the rewarding journey of wellness. 

For more information on Robinsons Supermarket Route to Wellness Campaign 'Celebrate' Promo

visit the official website www.robinsons-supermarket.com.ph

Like them on Facebook: RobinsonsSupermarketOfficial 

#ILoveWellness 

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Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch

     Who here loves chicken wings? Raise your hands if you do! I noticed that more and more people now appreciate chicken wings and became a staple in their meals. It's satisfying and crave-worthy especially if one restaurant offers them in fourteen, yes 14 exciting flavors that's totally mouth-watering.

     I presume you already have a clue that I'm talking about Wingstop. Last month, I was invited to the launch of Wingstop Flavor Invasion where we were treated to an afternoon all things chicken wings! This rhyming sounds yummers to my ears, hahaha! Get ready your eyes, and feast on some of my favorite flavors below :)

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch

Wingstop's Mission:

     On a mission to serve flavor to the world, Wingstop is ready to invade your senses with their 14 unique flavors. Whether you enjoy a spicy heat, crave for that extra zing, or hunger for all that's rich and smoky, Wingstop is sure to have a flavor that will suit your taste buds.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch

Excited to know more about my personal faves? Here they are in no particular order:

1. Garlic Parmesan

     Buttery parmesan cheese and savory garlic join forces in Garlic Parmesan, a savory blend of flavors that’s sure to leave you salivating. 

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Garlic Parmesan

2. Mango Habanero

     If heat is your thing, dare to wing it with the Atomic, the hottest flavor Wingstop has to offer. A test of taste and strength, only the boldest of the bold are sure to smile through the hottest sauce around. A worthy competitor, the Mango Habanero is guaranteed to leave you craving and swaying in ways you never have before. A sauce where sweet meets heat, Mango Habanero’s slow burn will tickle your taste buds until you’re deliciously on fire.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Mango Habanero

3. Atomic

     If heat is your thing, dare to wing it with the Atomic, the hottest flavor Wingstop has to offer. A test of taste and strength, only the boldest of the bold are sure to smile through the hottest sauce around.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Atomic

4. Mild Buffalo

     Mild Buffalo, which is anything but meek—it’s got all the flavor and heat of classic buffalo sauce without the burn.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Mild Buffalo

5. Louisiana Rub

     Take a trip down South with the Louisiana Rub—a crispy dry rub with a killer combination of garlic and cajun spices.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Louisiana Rub

6. Teriyaki

     Wingstop’s Flavor Invasion doesn’t halt in the west. East meets the flavor craze too, through five flavors that are sure to make their way into the hearts of Asian flavor lovers all over. Turn Japanese with the bold and sweet Asian spices of Teriyaki

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Teriyaki

 7. Spicy Soy

     Explore the rest of the continent with Korean Soy and Spicy Soy, each seasoned with heated sesame, garlic, and spice.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Spicy Soy

 8. Korean Soy

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Korean Soy

     There's a mini program during the launch and Wingstop proudly presented their 14 ambassadors. They are the individuals who excel in their chosen field. Each one of them represents the Wingstop flavor that fits their personalities. Some of the brand ambassadors shared their experience during the shoot and why the flavor surely fits their personality.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Tricia Centenera hosted the event who is one of the brand ambassadors together with Wil Dasovich, Gio Levy, and Yuki Tansengco

     More than your average wings restaurant, Wingstop is ready to invade your senses and entice your taste buds as it lets flavor enthusiasts experience all 14 of their flavors through the Wingstop Flavor Invasion.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Paolo del Rosario of Wingstop Philippines

     Wingstop’s flavors are taking over and they won’t take no for an answer. Whether you’re craving for the classic spice of Hot Buffalo, the smooth taste of the Hickory Smoked Barbeque, the sweet heat of the Mango Habanero, or the Oriental taste of our Asian Flavors, the Wingstop Flavor Invasion will get everyone to come back week after week just to satisfy their every craving.

Wingstop Flavor Invasion Launch
Thank you Shopgirl Jen for the photo :)

     Wingstop wants their customers to give in to the Wingstop Flavor Invasion through the Flavor Pass. Want to score Wingstop Gift Certificates? Here are the mechanics

• Available from May 23 to August 31, 2016, the Flavor Pass is redeemable with any single receipt purchase at any Wingstop store. 
• Collect stamps for every flavor that you try and earn yourself P1,000 gift certificates for every Flavor Pass that you complete. 
• But that’s not all, Customers get extra wings with every purchase of the Classic or Batter-Fried Wings. So if your appetite requires a 5-piece, you get 1 piece free. 
• If you’re craving for a 7-piece, you get 2 wings for free and if you order an 11-piece, you get 3 free wings with your purchase!

What's your favorite Wingstop flavor? 

For more information on Wingstop Philippines,

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