Made It Through Mum

Converge engaged its supplier in Batangas, Ambtel Corporation, to join in the year-end tree-planting activity.  Leading fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. rang in the holidays in 2024 by giving back to nature, partnering with the Energy Development Corporation (EDC) to plant around 600 seeds of the critically endangered Philippine teak in Lobo, Batangas, ensuring the sustainability of the province’s flora and fauna.  Considered as the company’s gift  to the forest community in Lobo, Batangas - particularly the 200-hectare conservation site of the Philippine teak -  as well as ensuring furtherance of its environmental protection agenda, the tree-planting activity of Converge gathered 53 individuals including suppliers last December 2024.   Lobo, Batangas is one of only two sites in the Philippines where the endangered Philippine teak can grow, the other one being Mindoro.  “Through this partnership with Binhi, we are hit...

Representatives and volunteers from Century Pacific Food Inc. (CPFI), Century Tuna Superbods 2024 finalists, HOPE, and the Local Government of Mabini, Batangas, gathered for the “Saving Our Seas” International Coastal Cleanup Day activity on the coast of Anilao in Batangas. After its successful run in 2023, Century Tuna, the country’s no.1 tuna brand, continues to lead the charge in marine conservation in the Philippines, further solidifying its commitment to fighting plastic pollution with the 2nd year of its “Saving Our Seas” campaign.  This 2024, Century Tuna expanded its efforts by leading education drives on the Plastic Circular Economy and responsible plastic waste management, spearheaded initiatives to restore and protect vital coastal areas, and actively engaging with local communities across the country. Mr. Carlo Endaya, Vice President and General Manager of the Branded Tuna Division, Century Pacific Food Inc., talked about the second year of the “Saving Our Seas” Initiat...

The country's long-running campus-based culinary search, Jolly University (JU) recently concluded its Year 4 Grand Cook-Off and Congress. Chef Wilson and DJ Jamie Fournier hosted the event Now on it's fourth year, Jolly University offered student participants an unforgettable experience to develop their culinary, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills as future culinary and industry leaders. A program designed to empower the youth, JU fosters industry-ready competitiveness, as well as, cooperative relationships among students and institutions in promoting culinary excellence and business innovation.  The steep and well-fought encounter was held at the Le Pavilion Tent in Pasay City last March 3, 2017. 120 elite finalists pulled out their best and most creative JOLLY-inspired dishes to clinch the coveted titles in four categories :  1. Individual Category - featured Luzon Cuisines made easy, healthy and baon-ready 2. Team Main Dish Category -Visa...

Now on it's second year, Bonbon Festival is back to celebrate Arts, Environment and Community in a one of a kind one-day event which will be participated by young professionals, students, different artists in Batangas Province, and invited guests from other places. Bonbon Festival is the first eco-green festival in the province which aims to support and sustain the environment by using arts and culture as one of the tools for preservation and development. The festival will be at Sitio Tagbakin, Brgy. Halang Lipa City, Batangas this coming May 21, 2016 from 6am onwards! What to expect : Gala at Pasyal sa Lawa/ Knowledge Tour Know the story of the lake region and eruption history of Taal Volcano via boat ride from Sitio Tagbakin, Lipa City to San Nicolas to Volcano Island and back. Enjoy the horse ride and trek with local tour guide and the rest of the team. Mananghalian/Lunch Savor a sumptuous lunch of Batangas fusion cuisine and local refreshments. Hun...