Holiday bonding over Jolly Spaghetti Family Pan

Time for some holiday bonding with the cheesiest, meatiest, sweet-sarap family favorite.

The holiday season is fully upon us—and there’s no better way to celebrate Christmas than with family. Bonding time can be made extra special with the cheesiest, meatiest, sweet-sarap family favorite Jolly Spaghetti, but there’s a bigger and better way to enjoy and share the experience with those who matter most—through the Jolly Spaghetti Family Pan!

With its unique sweet and savory flavor profiles, the Jolly Spaghetti has captured the hearts of countless Filipinos generation after generation. This best-selling classic is made with freshly prepared spaghetti noodles, covered with a generous serving of the inimitably sweet-sarap spaghetti sauce with real ground beef and juicy hotdog slices. Finally, there’s the sprinkling of creamy grated cheese to seal the deal and complete the delightful experience delivered with every forkful!

“Jolly Spaghetti has always been a favorite among Filipino kids and the young-at-heart,” said Cathleen Capati, Jollibee’s AVP for Flagship Category. “And with the Jolly Spaghetti Family Pan, there’s simply more to love and more to share. Imagine the sweet-sarap smiles that will greet you when you come home bearing the Jolly Spaghetti Family Pan, and the delightful meal you’ll share with every member of the family to make the holiday season feel even more special!”

Celebrate your holiday bonding time the sweet-sarap, Jollibee way! You and your family can enjoy the Jolly Spaghetti Family Pan dine-in or bring home the joy via take-out, delivery, or drive-thru in all Jollibee stores nationwide for only Php 199.00*!

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MarNigo Serenades the Elderly of GGHCC During Vivo’s Charity Event

                     

Singing loveteam Maris Racal and Inigo Pascual, also known as MarNigo, have graced the Christmas charity event of global smartphone brand Vivo at the God’s Grace Home Care Center (GGHCC) in Quezon City.

Aptly named as Vivo Treasured Moments, the event was meant to bring happiness to the elderly living at GGHCC as the smartphone maker’s employees led in donating cash and goods for the benefit of the home care center. 

GGHCC is an institution that accept clients who are the elderly, the disabled, and other patients who need palliative care. Owned by Grace Fe T. Capital and Rufino M. Capita, the institution strives to provide the highest quality care for their clients and perform as the substitute of family care. 

Aside from helping in distributing gifts, Maris and Inigo also entertained the elderly and performed their hit songs and covers.

Despite his busy schedule, Inigo spent time with the GGHCC elderly and staff.

Inigo performed first and sang his most famous single, “Dahil Sa’yo,” to the enjoyment of the GGHCC residents.

Inigo made sure the elderly had fun during Vivo’s outreach. 

Aside from singing, he also played the “Hephep hooray!” game with the elderly, home care center staff, and Vivo employees. Inigo may have lost the game, but he remained energetic throughout the game and encouraged the remaining players.  

This lolo almost upstaged Inigo with his singing voice.

For his second performance, he sang “Sana Ngayong Pasko” while interacting with the lolos and the lolas. He even approached some of them and made them sing a few lines. 

Maris is a ray of sunshine to the GGHCC elderly.

Maris, meanwhile, rocked the house a bit with her rendition of “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” 

Like any doting apo, Maris assisted the lolas during the game.

She also played “Siomai, Siopao, Suman” game with the elderly. It was a more challenging version of “Hephep hooray!” Maris was a great sport as she eagerly helped the elderly understand the game and interacted with them every chance she had. 

Maris made one of the lolos at GGHCC cry as she performed her original song, “Ikaw Lang Sapat Na.” 

The young star also shared her original composition, “Ikaw Lang Sapat Na,” with the elderly and reached out to them during her performance.

The visit to GGHCC is Vivo’s fourth outreach program in the Philippines. The smartphone brand previously aided Cottoleng Filipino, Habitat for Humanity, and the AFP Medical Center (V. Luna General Hospital). 

Through their presence and talent, MarNigo was able to make an impact in the lives of both GGHCC staff and residents. Like these rising stars, Vivo aims to impart compassion, kindness, and happiness as part of the company’s responsibility to society. Aside from developing high-grade smartphones, Vivo also has a heart for humanity. #

 

Vivo creates "Treasured Moments" with the elderly at God’s Grace Home Care Center (GGHCC)

Global smartphone brand Vivo has played Santa ahead of Christmas as it created treasured moments to the elderly at the God’s Grace Home Care Center (GGHCC) in Quezon City on November 24, 2018.

Vivo employees and God’s Grace Home Care Center founders Grace Fe T. Capital and Rufino M. Capital smile for photos.

GGHCC serves as a home to the elderly, the disabled, and other patients who need palliative care. With this in mind, Vivo as represented by its 24 employees brought cash donation, brand new wheelchairs, commodes, adult diapers, slippers, pillows, and personal hygiene kits for the GGHCC. At least 40 older adults from the GGHCC participated in Vivo’s visit.

Vivo Philippines HR Director Ms. Nerissa Choy gives her opening remarks at Vivo’s outreach in GGHCC

“We as a brand is known for having high-grade smartphone cameras that understand the value of capturing precious moments in the best ways possible. We wanted to extend this vocation by celebrating Christmas with our elderly at the GGHCC,” Vivo Philippines HR Director Ms. Nerissa Choy said in her opening remarks.

Vivo also invited its young endorsers Inigo Pascual and Maris Racal to the visit. Inigo serenaded the lolas and the lolos with his hit “Dahil Sa’yo” and his rendition of the Christmas classic “Sana Ngayong Pasko.” He also played the Hep Hep Hooray game with the elderly.

Inigo Pascual serenades the elderly at the GGHCC.

Maris is Racal helps Vivo give out its gifts to the GGHCC elderly.

Maris, on the other hand, performed her original song “Ikaw Lang Sapat Na” and her cover of “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” during the visit. She also played the Siomai, Siopao, Suman game with the residents of the GGHCC.

Vivo also collated video greetings from its other endorsers Kisses Delavin, Edward Barber, Maymay Entrata, Darren Espanto, Kathryn Bernardo, and Daniel Padilla.

Vivo Philippines HR Director Ms. Neri Choy, hands out its Php20,000 cash donation to the God’s Grace Home Care Center Grace Fe T. Capital and Rufino M. Capital. With them is Vivo endorser Maris Racal.

Vivo previously extended help to Cottoleng Filipino, Habitat for Humanity, and the AFP Medical Center (V. Luna General Hospital).

Filinvest City, the most inviting holiday destination in the Metro South

The holiday season has arrived at Filinvest City, as it transforms itself into a more dazzling spectacle with a unique Christmas wonderland, which opens to the public on November 16 until Dec 31, 6p.m. to 12 a.m.

On the sixth year of its holiday tradition, Filinvest City raises the bar even higher with the launch of “Christmas Comes Alive,” enliven a section of Spectrum Linear Park with sparkling holiday decors and life-sized outdoor installations. 

Gian Magdangal on stage

A kick-off performance by no-less than thespian performer Gian Magdangal ushered by Legit Status who performed a flash mob and ballerinas who lit up each display section definitely add cheer to the festivities.

Filinvest City’s “Christmas Comes Alive” excitedly draws crowds from different corners of the metro. True to its promise of having something for everyone, and sure to entice revelers this most wonderful time of the year, Filinvest City has slated exciting activities, events and entertainment for everybody’s delight. 

“Year in and year out, we set out to make Filinvest City as the most inviting holiday destination here in the Metro South,” says Don Ubaldo, head of townships. “This year, we are bringing it up a notch with Christmas Comes Alive. There are activities for everybody’s enjoyment and we have taken the festivities across Filinvest City.”

The Spectrum Linear Park, as the stunning backdrop where the main events will be held, will have four themed sections such as “The Christmas Tree,” “Once Upon A Christmas Dream,” “Aboard the Christmas Train,” and “Up, Up, and Away”—elements that are sure to keep visitors in awe.

South-grown talents such as school chorale groups and community dance troupes will also fill the air with Christmas tunes and grooves every Friday starting November 16.

Come November 17, the Spectrum Linear Park will be filled with good music as Filinvest City has lined up concerts by today’s hottest bands and artists every Saturday at 8 p.m. 

* November 17 – independent electronic pop artist BP Valenzuela; 

* November 24 – solo folk project I Belong to the Zoo

* December 1 – indie rock band December Avenue

* December 8 – indie alternative rock band Autotelic

* December 15 – singer and rapper Quest

* December 22 – the influential Rivermaya

* December 29 – indie folk band The Ransom Collective. 

Rising electronic producer Wicked Adobo will also grace the stage and start each show at 7 p.m. Each concert will be capped off by a grand fireworks display, a real visual treat for city dwellers.

Also a big part of this year’s “Christmas Comes Alive” is the Building Décor Contest where multinational and local companies outdo themselves as they light up their corporate headquarters, making Filinvest City a sight to behold. 

Botanika Showroom won 3rd place (P100,000) in the Building Decor Contest

Asian Hospital won 2nd place (P200,000)

Landmark won 1st place (P300,000)

This feast for the eyes is even more accentuated by the sparkling Christmas lights and decors that adorn the streets in the Metro South’s garden city.

While everything you need is already here – a Christmas wonderland and free concerts – a weekend night market is a welcome addition to the community. Banchetto Filinvest City will be open every Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. starting November 16 and will feature a delicious and diverse assortment of food options for those who live, work and play in the city and neighboring provinces.

Indeed, with “Christmas Comes Alive,” Filinvest City cements its position as the south’s ultimate holiday destination for families and friends. So, come one, come all and enjoy the holidays at Filinvest City! 

For more information on Filinvest City’s activities and events this holiday season, visit www.facebook.com/FilinvestCityOFFICIAL. 

A Giant Chrismas Tree and the Brightest Stars Illuminate Araneta Center

The Araneta Center shined bright on Friday night, November 16, as it switched the lights on its iconic giant Christmas tree with a constellation of stars descending in the country's premier lifestyle hub. 

This tradition, of lighting of the giant Christmas tree started in 1981, has become one of the most anticipated activites in Araneta Center.

Sarah Geronimo and Vice Ganda at
 Araneta Center Tree Lighting

Two of the country's most famous celebrites, the Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo and unkabogable box-office star and fantastica Vice Ganda, joined Araneta Center executives in lighting up the tree at the Times Square Food Park. This was Vice Ganda's 5th straight year of leading the celebration, and Geronimo's 1st. 

Just as Araneta Center's celebrations this year are tied to the theme "Christmas is Home", the two superstars' appearance at the tree lighting marks a homecoming of sorts for them, as they have repeatedly celebrated milestones in their careers at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. 

(L-R) KierVi, TNT boys, Janine Berdin, Darren Espanto and Mccoy de Leon

The Kids' Choice" jurors Xia Vigor, Chunsa Jung, Onyok Pineda, Carlo Mendoza and Jayden Villegas

People (like, thousands of them) gathered to the venue eager to witness the centerpiece of Yuletide decorations come to life and watched their favorite stars perform. Among the guests were Darren Espanto, McCoy de Leon, TNT Boys, Janine Berdin, Vivoree Esclito and CK Kieron, and "The Kids' Choice" jurors Xia Vigor, Chunsa Jung, Onyok Pineda, Carlo Mendoza and Jayden Villegas. OPM band Mojofly rounded up the list of performers. 

Look at that crowd! Photo grabbed (The Araneta Center FB page)

While waiting for the program to start, MC entertained the crowd

Gretchen Ho and Benj Manalo hosted the program

The Araneta Center also partnered with Parent Advocates for Visually Impaired Children to treat 19 blind kids to a memorable day. 

Binibining Pilipinas queens Miss Universe Philippines Catriona Gray, Binibining Pilipinas Supernational Jehza Huelar, Binibining Pilipinas Grand International Eva Patalinjug, Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental Karen Gallman and Miss Globe top 15 finalist Michelle Gumabao, who also graced the tree lighting, led in giving the visually impaired kids white canes and a Christmas gift pack. 

Araneta Center's 100 feet Christmas Tree

Araneta Center's giant Christmas tree (100 feet if you are curious) has continuously augumented the Filipinos' anticipation for the Holidays. While it stuns with its more than 3,000 LED light bulbs and an assortment of decors including birdcages with chandeliers, giant balls, giant bells, lighted poinsettias and a seven-foot start topper, the giant Christmas tree also evokes genuine Yuletide cheer for all ages. From Araneta Center's most loyal visitors to the members of the instagram generation, the public cannot help but take snaps with their families and friends with the giant tree serving as the background.

This is the 2nd straight year that Araneta Center's giant Christmas tree is housed at the Times Square Food Park on the corner of Times Square Street and Gen. Roxas Avenue. 

Christmas on Display (COD)

The area is also the new home of the well-loved and returning Christmas on Display (COD), which will have its own festive launch on November 23. The food park also features fun rides and a plethora of dining options, which the entire family can enjoy, making it one of the must-visit destinations this Yuletide season in Araneta Center. 

For more updates, visit www.aranetacenter.net and follow Araneta Center's social media pages: @AranetaCenter on Facebook and Twitter and @TheAranetaCenter on Instagram.

6 reasons why you need to drop by the biggest entertainment district this November

Light Up Your Christmas at A Circuit Holiday Night Market

Christmas is beginning its take-over at Circuit Makati.

There’s no such thing as celebrating too early or having too much holiday spirit, especially when Makati’s premier go-to entertainment district is starting to get into a festive mood. What better way to kick off the season of giving than by getting started with your holiday shopping and feasting in the Metro’s biggest entertainment district!

This holiday season, Circuit Makati will be hosting a special three-day sale that puts the spotlight on top brands with homegrown and handcrafted items.

“It’s a great way to spend time with the family and to start the Christmas gift shopping season right especially before the rush gets too overwhelming. This year is very special because we’ve also emphasized on supporting local, with more booths supporting local made products and young entrepreneurs.” says Shiella Aguilar, Makati Project Development Head for Ayala Land.

A Circuit Holiday Night Market co-presented by Mastercard, makes Christmas bazaars bigger and better! Now on its fifth year, Ayala Land ups the ante with six standout Christmas district concepts for visitors to shop and dine in and tops it off with acoustic performances for the whole night! 

Shop Unique Finds at the Celebrity District

If you’ve ever wanted to dress and eat like a celebrity, the Celebrity District is a great place to start! Your favorite local celebs will have their personally curated pre-loved items for sale and their culinary skills will be put on display with their personally baked and home-cooked fare. Charities such as Purple Centers Foundation, Hineleban Foundation and Glenn’s Cookies will also be a part of this district, giving you more reasons to drop by!

Get Great Discounts at the Lifestyle District

For the first time this year, SSI will delight all Mastercard holders with an exclusive raffle when they use their Mastercard in the Lifestyle District. Every P1,000 worth of receipts (single or accumulated) from the Lifestyle District entitles the shopper to one (1) raffle coupon for the A Circuit Holiday Night Market Raffle Promo. Get a chance to win as you shop among the best brands like High Sierra, Cache Cache, Oka-B, Joe Fresh, Marks & Spencer’s and Gap!

Support Young Entrepreneurs at the Student District

The youth are the future, and the future looks bright, especially in the Student District led by The UP Organization of Business Economics Majors (UP OBEM). Through its commitment to provide its members with the exposure to the business and economic environment, UP OBEM frequently holds business conventions and lifestyle bazaars for small to medium-scale concessionaires. 

The Student District offers a wide selection of booths that feature one-of-a-kind homemade finds and craft items that showcase the creativity of the next generation. Support these budding entrepreneurs and get unique gifts for your loved ones!

Put the Spotlight on Local Items at the Artisan District

Explore thoughtfully curated items in the Artisan District organized by The Common Good Market! There are gifts and products for everyone on your list, may it be for the youngsters or the oldies. Spend a little time and you’ll be surprised at what you’ll find with the wide range of options to take home and gift to loved ones this holiday season.

Indulge in gastronomic treats at the Cuisine District

Famed dining destination, Mercato Centrale and online foodie website Zomato, team up to create an extensive and mouthwatering selection of gastronomic treats at the Cuisine District. Browse through dry food items and a wide selection of baked and packed goods that are perfect for the holidays. And take a break from all that shopping with up to 50 amazing food booths!

Get your hands dirty (but in a good way!) at the Green District

For the first time ever, Circuit Makati will be holding a Landscape Festival to brighten everyone’s home. Whether you’re starting to appreciate those little succulents, or are an avid gardener, the Green District will have everything you need to get started or keep going!

With all the unique and diverse Districts styled and lighted by Firefly you will surely find what you’re looking for may it be for yourself or anyone this holiday season. To make the celebration more meaningful, Circuit Makati will again light up the tallest Christmas Tree in the city, bringing light to the Makati community and its guests. Watch out for Circuit Makati’s other events like the Manila Hip-hop Festival on November 30, OpenAir Cinema One: Music By Day, Movies by Night on December 15 and Playground 3.0 on December 22.

Create fun and exciting memories to remember this Yuletide season, drop by #ACircuitHolidayNightMarket co-presented by Mastercard on November 16, 17, and 18 from 5PM to 12MN. Entrance of P100 with a discounted rate of P50 for students, Senior Citizens PWD and pregnant women. Mastercard users enter for free when they show their card at the entrance. See you in #CircuitMakati in the place where Christmas comes alive, #MakeItMakati. 

Ayala Land is the Philippines’ leading developer of sustainable estates, offering a diverse mix of properties such as residential, retail, office, hotels, and leisure developments, that support local economic growth and nation-building. The company was established in 1988 as the real estate arm of Ayala Corporation, a pioneer conglomerate and builder of the country’s premier financial and commercial district, now known as Makati Central Business District and Ayala Center.  

Today, Ayala Land has a total of 25 sustainable estates and is present in 55 growth areas nationwide. It has five residential brands, namely Ayala Land Premier, Alveo, Avida, Amaia, and BellaVita, which deliver quality homes to a broad segment of the housing market. Its commercial development and leasing portfolio is comprised of Ayala Malls, Ayala Land Offices, and Ayala Land Hotels and Resorts Corporation.

Christmas comes alive at Filinvest City

Artist’s perspective of Filinvest City’s life-sized Christmas outdoor installations along Spectrum Linear Park 

Filinvest City in Alabang has become the ultimate holiday destination in the south with its highly anticipated annual holiday tradition. Now on its sixth year, Filinvest City is kicking it up a notch as it brings Christmas to life in the Metro South. 

Dubbed “Christmas Comes Alive,” this year’s celebration has a whole line-up of exciting activities, events and entertainment for everybody’s enjoyment. Starting November 16 until December 31, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., friends and families can come together at the now completed Spectrum Linear Park and delight in Filinvest City’s Christmas display—made even more lively for a more memorable experience—weekend bazaar with a variety of good eats, and heart-stopping concert performances. 

The Filinvest City community will surely be in awe of the bedazzling larger-than-life outdoor installations—absolutely nothing else like it to be witnessed elsewhere this season. This enhanced Christmas wonderland has themed sections such as: the 40-foot “Christmas Tree,” surrounded by vibrant lights; the “Once Upon A Christmas Dream,” evoking sweet holiday wishes with its Christmas displays; the “Aboard the Christmas Train” that will bring you back to your childhood with its sparkling lights and holiday music; and the exhilarating “Up, Up, and Away,” which features a hot air balloon display that elicits a sense of wonder and merriment. 

To top it all off, high-powered weekend performances will be open to the public every Saturday at 7 p.m. starting November 17. Performances by DJ Wicked Adobo; independent electronic pop artist BP Valenzuela on November 17; solo folk project I Belong to the Zoo on November 24; indie band December Avenue on December 1; indie alternative rock band Autotelic on December 8; singer and rapper Quest on December 15, the influential Rivermaya on December 22; and indie folk band The Ransom Collective on December 29 are sure to lend an even more festive mood to the Filinvest City air. 

“Year after year, we aim to bring the Filinvest City community closer together through fun, engaging events. This year is no different as we make our City even more festive and enjoyable with Christmas Comes Alive,” notes Don Ubaldo, head of townships. “Families and friends will surely enjoy the exciting activities that we have slated in the coming weeks as part of our continuing effort to give back to this community".

Sparkling Christmas lights adorn the tree-lined Filinvest City roads

The festivities go beyond the Spectrum Linear Park, though, as the entire garden city has become a feast for the eyes with its striking Christmas decors—from sparkling Christmas lights along Filinvest City roads to intricate holiday designs on corporate buildings. Through the Building Décor Contest, even locators have united to make Filinvest City a more vibrant and bustling central business district. 

This holiday season, families and friends in Filinvest City and beyond have all good reasons to head to the South’s most happening holiday destination and celebrate together. 

For more details on Filinvest City’s “Christmas Comes Alive,” visit www.facebook.com/FilinvestCityOFFICIAL 

Celebrate #ChristmaSMoments at SM Supermalls

Countless Christmas moments await the whole family as SM Supermalls marks the month of November with the Super World of Joy Christmas launches, inviting everyone to experience the spirit of a joyful Christmas with new and fun-filled activities happening all throughout November and December till the first week of January in all SM malls across the country.

“Everything Christmas is here at SM. Shop, dine, and spend precious time and holiday reunions with the people who matter the most, and continue creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones at your one-stop winter wonderland,” invites Steven T. Tan, SM Supermalls Chief Operating Officer. 

Mallgoers can share Christmas moments at Superworld of Magic interactive mall displays and centerpieces. You can take the kids out to catch Grand Christmas Parades, fireworks spectacles, and Holiday Performances, featuring chorales, orchestras, and ballerinas! If you haven’t bought the kids their gifts yet, there is the Christmas Toy Fair from November 9 to 25. 

Christmas is for sharing love and happiness with the less fortunate – for only 200 pesos, you can buy two SM Bears of Joy – one bear to keep, while the other will be donated to the mall’s chosen charity. 

Naughty or nice, we invite you to bring the kids to meet and greet Santa from November 30 to December 25. You can also send your Christmas wishes and write to #DearSMSanta for a chance to have you wish granted. For more info on #DearSMSanta and to know to more about SM’s 2018 Christmas celebrations, visit www.smsupermalls.com/christmasmoments. 

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