Iskaparate.com: It's Not Just Shopping, It's Empowering!

Get ready to hear about an awesome platform that's changing the game for small businesses in the Philippines!  Iskaparate.com just had a super exciting digital launch, and it's more than just your average online marketplace.

We celebrated World Entrepreneurs' Day with a Christmas Mooncake Workshop led by the incredible Chef Cathy Yu of Save Bakery and Café Philippines last November 19 at All About Baking SM North Edsa.  Talk about a sweet way to learn and connect! 

Following its recent launch on October 15, 2024 at Overdoughs Café in Ayala Malls Circuit, Makati, the digital launch aimed to demonstrate the platform’s nature of being beyond a multi-vendor e-commerce platform. 

Through a hands-on session led by an expert in the baking industry, Iskaparate.com emphasized that it also provides training for people to hone their skills and knowledge and explore other areas of expertise that encourage not only technical business improvement but also personal growth.

The workshop was attended by two of Iskaparate.com’s core team, Iskaparate President & COO Josefina Natividad and DTC Promos Inc. President & COO Marissa Dames, along with various representatives from the media, online influencers, and content creators from different fields. 

While learning about the mission of Iskaparate.com and its story, the guests were able to get a firsthand experience of mooncake baking processes in time for the holiday season, giving them a grasp of what it is like being part of the community.

One of the event highlights was a short address by Unox Asia’s Marketing Development Specialist, Chef Alphie Azarias, followed by All About Baking’s Chef Klyne Gorospe, who warmly welcomed the guests and expressed excitement for soon onboarding as Iskaparate.com’s vendor, extending the platform’s offers to in-demand baking supplies and high-end professional kitchen equipment.

Iskaparate.com is all about empowering entrepreneurs, especially nanays (moms) who are running their own businesses.  They started with just 33 back in 2020, and now they have a whopping 3,000 fully vetted sellers on their platform!  That's amazing growth!

But wait, there's more!  Iskaparate.com is taking things to the next level with their B2B (business-to-business) partnerships.  They're working with industry giants like Suy Sing and Hypha to offer small businesses wholesale pricing, financial assistance, and streamlined processes.

Think about it:  Sari-sari store owners, eatery owners, caterers, and distributors can now access competitive prices, nationwide delivery, and even a "Buy Now, Pay Later" option!  They're making it easier than ever for small businesses to thrive in the digital economy.

What makes Iskaparate.com stand out from the crowd?

Amazing Wholesale Prices:  They're offering prices that are way lower than traditional retail stores.  That means more profit for your business!

Financial Flexibility:  Their BNPL feature helps businesses manage their cash flow and stock up on essential inventory without breaking the bank.

Super Easy Registration:  It's fast, free, and convenient, so you can get started right away.

As observed in the comparison from a recent pricing study, Iskaparate.com consistently offers better deals compared to other competitors, including well-known grocery wholesale stores. Price differences range from a few cents to a couple of pesos.

See Table 1 for price comparison.

Iskaparate.com is truly a game-changer for entrepreneurs in the Philippines.  They're making a real difference by supporting small businesses and helping them reach their full potential.

Ready to join the Iskaparate.com community?  Head over to their website at www.iskaparate.com to learn more!

Lily's Peanut Butter: Every Mom's Ally in Creating Fabulous Meals and Memories

Yeah! That's me and #PrincessY with Rockstarmomma and her kids dancing on stage.  For the love of Lily's peanut butter. 😍

An expression of love through food is not demonstrated through the quantity on your plate, but the care with which it is prepared. And knowing what could satiate your appetite, and comfort you at the same time, is an art itself. I remember the time when I was going through a very bad day at school when I was young, my mom would prepare my favorite snack. Simple yet therapeutic : freshly-baked pandesal from a nearby bakery, slathered with Lily's peanut butter with strawberry jam. Mmmm… Sweet drooling memories. And at night, she would cook Kare-Kare, when I ate that meal, it was the most comforting feeling. Though my mommy understood the pressure I was going through, she couldn’t really help me. So, she did what she knows best — prepare my favorite food with love.

That's why I also want my kids to feel the same. That they are loved and cared for all the time with the food that I prepare for them. Thankful for Lily's Peanut Butter for being my ally in creating healthy recipes and fabulous memories. When I prepare their morning and afternoon snacks, pancakes and a peanut butter spread plus maple syrup to be specific- they would always go nuts!

I grew up in a family that consumes bottles of Lily's Peanut Butter 😂 but it's my first time to make #bento baon snack here. @princessyeshabelle and I are havin' fun @lilyspeanutbutter Fab Meals and Fam Memories event #LilysPeanutButter #MealsAndMemories #mommybloggersPH

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Lily's peanut butter is more than just a comfort food. Its distinct sweet creamy taste brings awesome childhood memories and memorable experiences. We've tried different peanut butter brands both local and imported, but we always find ourselves going back to Lily's home-grown taste. 

Did you know research shows that peanut butter contains brain-boosting vitamins and minerals to keep one's memory sharp? It also contains protein, dietary fiber, potassium and iron, which makes for a healthy go-to food for the whole family. 

Our "ideal" Spread-uler (weekly planner of Lily's Peanut Butter recipes and mom duties)
L-R Berlin Domingo of momiberlin.com, Chloe and Lhyzie Bongon of lhyziebongon.com, Made It Through Mum, and Ms. Nina Corpuz - Rodriguez

Winners of Bento Box making contest

During the Lily's Peanut Butter Media Launch held last July 21, we found out that Lily's is no longer just the sweet peanut spread that we've come to love but a versatile kitchen staple that can transform ordinary food into dishes that are exciting, delicious, and nutritious. Attendees rediscovered the product, seeing it as more than a snack and breakfast option but also as a healthy food ideal for making cookies, savory dishes, peanut-based dips, homemade ice cream, smoothies, and weight-loss snacks. 

Made from carefully selected premium peanuts, Lily's Crunchy Peanut Butter is 100% natural and free from harmful additives. In fact, the oil that pools on top of a newly-opened jar of Lily's is evidence that the product is free from chemicals, emulsifiers or stabilizers. Only natural sugar and iodized salt are added to the main ingredient to create that wonderfully creamy and sweet peanut spread that Filipinos love. 

Lily has spawned an array of variants to cater to the evolving tastes of its consumers.

Here are the different variants/ products of Lily's: 

Photo credit Lily's Peanut Butter FB page

1. Classic Peanut Butter - its rich flavor feels like home and it brings us back to our childhood memories. My #kapanahunan

Photo credit Lily's Peanut Butter FB page

2. Chocolate Peanut Butter- The sweet and rich flavors of fresh high-quality peanuts, natural sugar, and cocoa powder were combined to produce this all new premium spread. It's a winner for both adults and youngsters alike. 

Photo credit Lily's Peanut Butter FB page

3. Crunchy Peanut Butter- crunchy peanut butter is loaded with real peanut bits and still possesses the sweetest and creamiest taste of peanut butter where Lily's products are known for. This variant made spreading even more exciting because you're actually chewing real peanut bits. My personal favorite.

Photo credit Lily's Peanut Butter FB page

4. Lite Peanut Spread- now you can indulge with peanut butter without feeling guilty about cheating on your diet. Sweetened with all-natural, zero-calorie Stevia extract. Satisfy your sweet tooth with Lily's peanut spread - Lite with Stevia extract and enjoy the sweet goodness of Lily's peanut butter sans the guilt. 

Photo credit Lily's Peanut Butter FB page

5. Coco Jam- slow-cooked the traditional way. Lily's Coco Jam is an honest-to-goodness Filipino treat. This thick coconut-based delicacy is mainly used as a delectable topping for delicious native rice-cakes, bread filling or simply straight-from-the-jar snacking. 

Indeed Lily's brand has come a long way. Yet it remains true to its heritage as a healthy, natural peanut butter brand that serves as the modern Mom's ally in creating fabulous meals and memories for Filipino families. 

The sight, taste and aroma of food can ingrain in our memory some wonderful moments, be it with our friends, family or significant other. There can never be a more delicious expression of love than food, good food.

Personalized Gift Box ❤

Such a thoughtful gesture. A well-tought-out gift box - personalized Lily's Peanut Butter gift box with 4 of Lily's scrumptious variants, customized sandwich tray with my name engraved on it, spoon, and specially-embroidered table napkins with my initials. 😍 Thank you so much Lily's!

What's your favorite variant of Lily's and  share your unforgettable memories with it? 

Jollibee's Jolly Spaghetti : Classic sweet- sarap goodness

New Jollibee TVC captures the tamis-linamnam deliciousness of a classic favorite

Laking Jolly Spaghetti ka ba? Me?... yes! And my kids as well. :-) 

Jollibee, the Philippines’ number one fast-food brand, has always been the dining destination of choice among Filipino kids and kids-at-heart.

The latest TV commercial for the best-selling Jolly Spaghetti, which began airing on March 26, 2017, features the British-Filipino child star Xia Vigor enjoying the product and how its timelessly appealing tamis-linamnam flavor will always bring out the jolly kid in everyone.

Last April 22, 2017 , Xia, the latest celebrity endorser to join the ever-growing Jollibee family was given an official welcome in a media media event held at Jollibee Biopolis Macapagal. Invited attendees were given a jolly treat with passes to DreamPlay, a DreamWorks-themed activity center at the City of Dreams Parañaque.

Host Lisa Litton and Luis Berba,Jollibee Brand Manager

“Since its launch nearly four decades ago, the Jolly Spaghetti has remained a favorite among Filipino children from different generations and walks of life,” said Luis Berba, Jollibee Brand Manager. “Our newest TVC illustrates that unforgettable sweet-sarap feeling that Pinoys get whenever they eat Jolly Spaghetti. It’s like being a jolly  kid again, when every moment is filled with fun, good food, and the company of our loved ones.”

Lisa Litton can't contain her fondness towards the adorable and jolly kid,Xia

"Xia's genuine love for Jolly Spaghetti and her cheerful and articulate personality are why we believe she's the best choice as kid endorsers of our product." added Berba.

Despite the recent national and global attention the young child actress has been getting through a slew of succesful TV shows and viral videos, Xia remains to be like any other Pinoy child. She loves spending time with her family and, of course, eating at Jollibee.

Xia with the G-force

“I like swimming and watching movies with my Mommy and kuya,” the child actress said. “Even when I wasn’t in showbiz yet, Jollibee has always been my favorite place to eat Jolly Spaghetti with my Mommy, kuya, and cousins.”

When asked why she loves the Jolly Spaghetti, the adorable Xia gamely answered. “I love it because sweet-sarap, tamis-linamnam siya talaga and it has a lot of hotdogs and cheese. Sana more kids like me will keep eating and enjoy  Jolly Spaghetti!”

The Pinoy spaghetti

Jollibee pioneered the introduction of the sweet-style spaghetti in the Philippines. The brand took all the basic elements of a spaghetti dish and elevated it into a treat that Pinoys will definitely love. The rich tomato sauce is carefully seasoned to achieve peak tamis-linamnamgoodness. Generous amounts of beefy and juicy hotdog slices are added in for a filling meal. Finally, creamy shreds of cheese are sprinkled on top to complete the one-of-a-kind Jolly Spaghetti taste.

“The Jolly Spaghetti is the Pinoy spaghetti,” added Berba. “Our recipe is tailored to fit the Pinoy palate, which leans toward the sweeter side. It also has that well-rounded flavor that delights the taste buds. Jolly Spaghetti has become a comfort food for many Pinoys and it evokes all those wonderful memories of childhood.”

Enjoy the best-tasting, sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti for only P50.00 Solo and P55.00 for the value meal with drink.. This sweet-sarap treat is available in all Jollibee stores nationwide and through #87000 Jollibee Delivery.

WATCH Jollibee executives as they groove with nakaka LSS sweet-sarap jingle. :-)

#ProudJollyKid