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As the calendar flips to September, the Philippines starts to buzz with the early signs of the holiday season. Christmas carols play softly in the background, and festive decorations begin to emerge. At SM Foodcourt in SM City Grand Central, the holiday spirit comes alive with a delightful array of dishes that make every meal feel like a celebration. Whether it’s a casual catch-up with friends or a family reunion, SM Foodcourt is the perfect place to kickstart your holiday festivities.  Mr. Kimbob leads the way with its comforting Korean dishes. Their Classic Kimchi Beef Fried Rice is a must-try, offering a savory, tangy kick that warms you up from the inside out. Pair it with their famous bibimbap, a colorful and nutritious meal that is as visually pleasing as it is delicious. For those who crave the taste of the ocean, Sea Shack delivers with its delightful seafood platters. The tasty tuna, tender squid, and other delights, all seasoned to perfection, bring the flavors of the sea...

Taiwan Excellence believes that Filipinos are among those who throw the best parties during the Christmas season, where the holiday season is celebrated at its longest in this part of the world. And Taiwan Excellence, which honors the most innovative and value-added products produced by leading companies in Taiwan, believes that every Christmas party in the Philippines deserve to be thrown in the best and most excellent manner to make it truly memorable. To celebrate this, Taiwan Excellence introduces a holiday contest called “A Dasurved Christmas Party,” where Filipinos can win a Christmas Party package worth P10,000 so they can celebrate all day long. “A Dasurved Christmas Party” is open to various groups of Filipinos such as families, blood relatives, office mates, close friends, or even groups of individuals that possess a strong bond with each other. To join “A Dasurved Christmas Party,” simply “Like” and “Follow” Taiwan Excellence’s Facebook and Instagram pages. In order to win t...

Surprising shoppers every day till December 25.    The countdown to Christmas Day begins on September 16 as SM launches a host of fun activities, deals, and surprises for each member of the family.  It starts with surprises each day! From September 16 to December 25, someone lucky will be surprised, one mall at a time, with toys, gifts, groceries and meals on us as SM begins 100 Days of Christmas Surprises. Which mall will delight someone today? Come to SM to find out!  WHAT ELSE IS A-HAPPENIN’?  Breathtaking Spectacles, to mark the festive season, will dazzle you at your favorite SM mall. Your favorite malls will all be dressed with a dazzling display of holiday magic and sparkling Christmas centerpieces await shoppers inside the malls for that IG-worthy moment.  Start your holiday gift shopping early on with a trove of artisan products and services from local MSMEs at the Holiday Bazaars. Toys, games, and collectibles are waiting to make this holiday se...

The country’s number one fast food chain Jollibee reminds us that amid all the fun activities and many obligations that the holidays bring, Christmas should always be about cherishing and spending time with the people who matter most. Due to the many preparations that need to be done and celebrations that need to be attended to, some people become so busy that they do not get to spend as much time with their families anymore. But even if it’s the most wonderful time of the year, nothing makes Christmas more meaningful and joyful than spending quality time with the family, even beyond the usual Misa Del Gallo and Noche Buena. Family bonding especially during the holiday season fosters a generally happier atmosphere, creates precious and lasting memories, and strengthens deep relationships. Jollibee delivers this message of love during the busiest season through a heartwarming TVC featuring its best-selling Chickenjoy. “This video is our call to all Filipino famili...

Take selfie with Vivo V7/V7+ to Win Stephen Curry Signed Merchandise  this Christmas! Topnotch global smartphone brand Vivo is riding in on the spirit of a Filipino Christmas with the launch of its special holiday contest. The Vivo V7 | V7+ Grand Christmas Giveaway promises to offer a pack of surprises with the giving away of any of the following prizes: exclusive Steven Curry items, two of its latest top-of-the-line products, the Vivo V7+ and the Vivo V7 or limited Vivo gift items. Stephen Curry Signed Basketball Stephen Curry Signed Jersey Stephen Curry Signed Shoes The Vivo V7 | V7+ Grand Christmas Giveaway—which officially commenced December 16, 2017 until January 6, 2018, is open to all, Vivo V7|V7+ users and non- Vivo V7|V7+ users alike.  To get a chance to bag any of the Vivo Christmas Giveaway prizes, just follow these mechanics: 1. Take a selfie using a Vivo V7/V7+ smartphone and use the Watermark Feature. 2. Write a short message c...

Vivo Philippines give honor to the Marawi soldiers at a special outreach affair at the AFP hospital. In the picture are Vivo Philippines employees with Hazel Bascon, Vivo Philippines Vice President and Head of Sales Vivo Philippines, in the true spirit of a Filipino Christmas, decides to give back to the heroic deeds of the soldiers who fought in Marawi by spending the afternoon with them last December 17 at the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Hospital in V. Luna, Quezon City.  The special outreach affair was attended to by Vivo employee-volunteers who interacted with the 150 soldiers and their families and entertained them with song and dance performances. The brand’s celebrity influencers were also in attendance to give joy and encouragement to the Marawi freedom fighters. KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, Jason Dy, and Kisses Delavin also shared their talent in one afternoon of gratitude-giving, to the delight of the soldiers and their families.  Vivo b...

Still looking for budget-friendly gifts for your loved ones or for yourself for being extra nice this year?  Check this out and get ready for Christmas! It’s the season of gift giving, and one of the most grueling parts of the holidays has finally come upon us – choosing just what to buy for our loved ones! While the amount we spend on someone shouldn’t reflect how we feel about them, it’s still important to be able to budget our spending on gifts. Along these lines, we’ve prepared some great gift ideas for your loved ones that we’ve laid out into two popular budget ranges.  Under Php2500 Photo (c) Google Good earphones The gift of high-quality music is precious. So do a little research and find a pair of great earphones that’s within budget for your music-loving friends. Photo (c) Google Fountain pen Once you’ve tried a fountain pen, you’ll never want to go back. Fountain pens are characterized by an incredible smoothness in the way they ...

Chocolate gift has a strong symbolic meaning as love, care, passion, and happy life. This Christmas season, make your holiday greetings even sweeter with Villa Del Conte’s Merry Christmas Box. Villa Del Conte Christmas Box comes with decadent praline balls with luscious cream fillings like hazelnut, macadamia, and salted caramel. These premium artisanal Italian chocolates which come in 200 gram boxes and are priced at P880 will surely make this Christmas the best one for your family, friends, and colleagues.  Villa Del Conte also offers other celebration gift boxes such as the Happy Birthday and Congratulations boxes and the Villa Del Conte special red box.  Grab a box today at Villa del Conte stores and check every loved one off your Christmas gift list . Greenbelt 5 Century City Mall Shangri-la Mall Resorts World Alabang Town Center SM Megamall  Robinsons Magnolia   For bulk orders, please contact 893-2575 or 621-6101. To know more about...