Ivana Cools Down With the Tanduay Mango Rhum

Long before she became the 2021 Tanduay Calendar Girl, Ivana Alawi has been enjoying different cocktail mixes using the Tanduay Rhum. Among her favorites is the Mango Rhum, which she said reminds her a lot of summers. Ivana revealed that she has always been fond of Philippine mangoes, which are considered the best in the world. With mangoes cut in cubes, 30 ml of Tanduay Rhum, lime juice, sugar, salt, seltzer, and ice cubes — you can recreate Ivana’s favorite Mango Rhum.

“I love preparing this cocktail because it’s so easy. But more than that, it tastes really great. You can have it any time of the day to give you a taste of summer. You can really taste the difference when you try out varieties from other countries. There’s something distinctly Filipino to it like the Tanduay Rhum. During these times when there’s a lot going on in the world, it’s important to be kind to others and to ourselves. Find time to chill and relax, whether by yourself or with your loved ones.” ~Ivana Alawi, Tanduay Calendar Girl 2021

All you need to do is blend the mangoes, lime juice, sugar, and salt in a blender. Once it has been properly blended, put the mixture in a glass. Add the Tanduay Rhum and stir. In another glass, put the cubes of ice then pour the mixture in. Add the seltzer, stir, and enjoy your very own Mango Rhum!

Ivana said that this cocktail mix is the perfect summer drink to have while you relax during the weekends or your virtual gatherings via Zoom with friends and colleagues.

To see how Ivana’s favorite Mango Rhum is done, scan the code below.

Enjoy Up to 38% Discount on Quality Appliances at Hanabishi’s LazMall Summer Sale This May 15

If you’re looking to replace your old appliances or just want to invest in new ones, now’s the best time to do so. Head on over to the Hanabishi Appliances flagship store on Lazada to get amazing deals on a wide range of quality products from one of the Philippines’ most trusted brands.

“This is one of the biggest sales of the summer, and we are making some of our top-selling appliances available at discounted prices. Being on Lazada, we have noticed a new emerging market for our products. Aside from the usual female homemakers, we also have a lot of millennials and young professionals who are starting to venture into the world of ‘adulting’ as buyers of our products. This is a good opportunity for those who are looking for quality appliances at more affordable prices.” ~Cherish Ong-Chua, Hanabishi Appliances Vice President for Finance and Marketing

Happening on May 15, 2021, Saturday, Hanabishi’s LazMall Summer Sale offers up to 38% discount on select appliances.

Hanabishi Appliances on Sale

Among the items up for sale is Hanabishi’s top-selling air fryer oven (HAFEO30SS). Add it to your cart now, so you can check it out by Saturday.

Also on sale are the Hanabishi smokeless indoor griller (HSMOKELSS-50), ice maker (HICEMAKER240), hand mixer (HHM56), food steamer (HFS-75), coffee maker (HCM45GCM), electric oven (HEO48RED), juice extractor (HPJ50), slow juicer (HSJ1500), and juice blender (HJB126).

Don’t miss out on its selection of microwave ovens as well. On sale are product models HMO20GS and HMO31ZYM, and the Hanabishi pure stainless steel microwave oven (HMO31PSSM). Its rice cookers (HRC10BRC, HRC15BRC, and HRC18BRC) are also available at discounted prices.

For your cooling needs, there’s the Hanabishi ground fan 20” (HHURRIC-20), industrial floor fan 12” (HIFF-1200BLK), air cooler 6.0L (HAC-650), industrial wall fan 24” (HIWF24), and Desk Fan ((HRA16DF). Its Insect Killers (HINSK50SQM and HINSK70SQM) are likewise on sale.

Vouchers of Up to PhP1,000

Apart from the sale, the appliance brand is also giving away vouchers that you can use for your Hanabishi purchases on Lazada. Up to PhP1,000 will be given away from May 15 to 17. Follow Hanabishi’s Facebook page for announcements.

About Hanabishi:

Spanning more than three decades, Hanabishi has established its reputation as a provider of affordable yet quality home products that last, which paved the way for its tagline “Kapartner from Start to Forever.” Hanabishi Home Appliances are available at leading appliance stores nationwide. For more information about Hanabishi, please visit www.myhanabishi.com/shop/ and like them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MyHanabishiAppliances/.

No Cash? No Problem! Shopee Lets You Pay for Your COD Purchases via ShopeePay

“As digital payments take on a greater significance in the lives of Filipinos, it is essential that we come up with initiatives that’ll make payments seamless, safer, and more worthwhile for our consumers. Through this additional payment method, we can help people adapt to the evolving digital space and make the transition to a cashless society a lot more convenient.” ~Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines 

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, now offers another safe and rewarding method to pay for your cash-on-delivery (COD) orders using ShopeePay’s Scan to Pay feature. Enjoy also a  20% cashback when  using Scan to Pay  on ShopeePay for ‘cash-on delivery’’ transactions until June 10. 

The pandemic has pushed a lot of Filipinos to opt for cashless transactions more than ever. The total transaction value of digital payments in the country expects to show an annual growth rate of 16.40% and amount to 28 billion US dollars by 2025. With more Filipinos maximizing the potential of mobile wallets, ShopeePay aims to make it easier and secure for people to turn to digital payment methods. With ShopeePay, users can venture into new opportunities whether it’s for personal or business purposes. 

By using Scan to Pay with Shopee Xpress, Shopee users can check the parcel first to see if the order is correct and in good condition before paying for it. In addition, payment is contactless - ensuring the safety of both the buyers and riders to reduce potential health risks.

To make users' experiences more rewarding, users who pay for their online purchases with ShopeePay through QR code scanning can get up to 20% cashback* until June 10.

Here’s a guide on how users can safely Scan to Pay for their COD purchases via ShopeePay:

1. Choose Cash on Delivery (COD) as a mode of payment and Shopee Xpress as a shipping option when checking out an item.
2. Inform the Shopee Xpress rider about the preference to pay COD via ShopeePay
3. Click ShopeePay wallet and choose “Scan”
4. Scan the QR code of the Shopee Xpress rider
5. Input the needed transaction order amount and your ShopeePay PIN
6. Enjoy 20% cashback once payment is complete

For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/cod-via-shopeepay.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee connects shoppers, brands, and sellers across Asia and other fast-growing markets, empowering anyone to buy and sell anywhere and at any time. 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About ShopeePay

ShopeePay is an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services. Launched in the Philippines in 2019, ShopeePay enables a seamless shopping experience by allowing users to make online payments on Shopee, top-up their wallets, and transfer and withdraw funds.

ShopeePay makes it easier to shop and do business. It provides users with a convenient, secure, and rewarding payment option; it empowers businesses and helps them capture new opportunities.

ShopeePay is part of SeaMoney, the digital financial services arm of Sea Group. A leading digital payments and financial services provider in Southeast Asia, SeaMoney’s mission is to better the lives of individuals and businesses in the region with financial services through technology.

Hanabishi’s Practical Gift Ideas for Your Inay, Mama, Mom This Mother’s Day

Hanabishi Hotpot BBQ Griller

If you’re looking for practical gift ideas, here are some Hanabishi products that can help put a smile on her face this Mother’s Day. On her special day, make it a little extra by giving her a gift that you know she’d love and cherish. It could be as simple as a heartfelt note or more extravagant if you have the means to spend more. 

For the Mom Who Loves to Cook

Hanabishi Air Fryer Oven

If you haven’t gifted your mom with an air fryer yet, now’s the perfect time to do so. Hanabishi air fryers are among the most popular these days, and they have several models that you can choose from. Take your pick from the bigger and more spacious air fryer ovens to the portable smaller air fryer models. Hanabishi also offers various grillers -- from BBQ grillers with hotpots to multi-cook grillers. Also, check out Hanabishi’s electric gas stoves and induction cookers. 

Hanabishi Hotpot BBQ Griller

For The Mom Who Loves to Keep Things Clean and Sanitized

Hanabishi Air Purifier

Hanabishi has a wide range of products for disinfecting and sanitizing. Among its more popular products is the Hanabishi Air Purifier, a must-have these days as it keeps the air clean indoors with its 4-in-1 HEPA filter, plasma ion technology, air quality indicator, and air filter indicator. Another must-have the Hanabishi Portable UVC Sterilization Lamp, which has UVC and ozone sterilization that can kill up to 99.9% of bacteria and viruses and also removes odor and dust particles.

Hanabishi Portable UVC Sterilization Lamp

To Help Her Relax When She’s Stressed Out

Hanabishi Air Conditioner

Our moms oversee a lot of things at home, and she deserves her relaxation time. If your mom’s the type who likes watching K-dramas, local series, and movies, why not give her a new Hanabishi TV? A new fan or air conditioner to keep her cool during these stressful times is also a good gift idea.

Hanabishi TV

For the Mom Who Loves to Bake

Hanabishi Hand Mixer

Whether your mom is a first-time or seasoned baker, she’ll never say no to quality hand and stand mixers, Hanabishi has a great range of mixers to suit her skill level and preference. If you want to wow her on Mother’s Day, consider giving her an electric oven. No matter which Hanabishi model you choose, you’re assured of giving your mom something that’s built to last.

Hanabishi Electric Oven 

For more gift options this Mother’s Day and other special occasions, visit  Hanabishi Appliances website, www.myhanabishi.com. You can also browse its items at its official Lazada flagship store.

About Hanabishi:

Spanning more than three decades, Hanabishi has established its reputation as a provider of affordable yet quality home products that last, which paved the way for its tagline “Kapartner from Start to Forever.” Hanabishi Home Appliances are available at leading appliance stores nationwide. For more information about Hanabishi, please visit www.myhanabishi.com/shop/ and like them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MyHanabishiAppliances/.

Upgrade your COVID-19 safety measures with SM

 

With the alarming surge of COVID-19 cases in the Philippines of late, it is important that we keep our guard up and upgrade our safety measures at home or when going outside to ensure that we are protected from COVID-19 as much as possible.

To do so, here are some tips from SM Supermalls:

Stay safe at home. During this time of health crisis, it is highly encouraged for everyone to stay at home as much as possible, and only go out to buy essentials like food and sanitation products and tools. While at home, members of the household must also practice COVID-19 protocols: wear masks especially when living with seniors or those who are immunocompromised, wash hands thoroughly and often, and have a sanitation station where everyone can easily access UV, alcohol, disinfectant mat, and hamper to leave used clothes, and other items for cleaning and sanitizing. You can get all these and more at The SM Store. Stay at home and have these safety essentials delivered to you by placing your orders via Viber, Facebook Messenger, or SM’s Call to Deliver hotline #143SM (#14376). Check this link to find out more: https://thesmstore.com/call-to-deliver.

Check out this laundry basket for your used clothes

Table for your sanitation station

UV lamp for disinfection

Keep yourself protected while outside. When leaving your house, be sure to wear a face shield as well as the recommended face mask like N95 or KN95. Otherwise, experts also suggest to double mask. Also, consider carrying a travel pouch with you. It should contain all the safety essentials, such as alcohol or hand sanitizers, cleaning wipes to clean surfaces, and soap. You can now buy handy sanitation tools you can carry with you such as wearable air purifiers, portable UV wands, surgical masks, and gloves if needed. 

Practice double masking by putting a surgical mask underneath a cloth mask. 

You can also carry with you a pocket UV-C sterilizer for added protection.

Practice protocols when going back inside the home. With the increasing cases, your chances of getting exposed to someone with COVID while outside are also getting higher. So before going inside your house, be sure to have a pail with a bleach solution where you can soak your dirty clothes. Leave your outdoor shoes outside or have a disinfecting mat to clean the soles of your shoes, and have cleaning wipes ready to wipe everything you touch. Head to Watsons to upgrade your sanitation kit or you can also order online via https://www.watsons.com.ph/.

Sanitize your mobile phone and other small personal items by placing them inside UV disinfection bag or use cleaning wipes available at Watsons.

Disinfect deliveries. If you’re having your food and other essential items delivered, have the courier leave the items outside your house to be disinfected. Avoid cash on delivery to minimize contact with the courier. Be sure to spray or wipe all delivery bags with a bleach solution, and wash grocery items. Do not spray on perishable items with a cleaning solution as it may be toxic. 

Stay healthy. Right now, everyone’s first line of defense against COVID-19 is staying healthy. Start by incorporating at least 30 minutes of exercise in your daily routines, and eat a well-balanced diet that consists of fruits and vegetables, along with vitamins and other supplements. Doing these may help strengthen your immune system to fight off respiratory infections including flu, pneumonia, and even the COVID-19 virus. You can also get tested at drive-thru collections sites at SM in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross to be sure you are safe and protected.

Boost your immunity by taking vitamins and minerals.

Try Watsons’ effervescent tablet which contains Vitamin C, Zinc, and Vitamin D, or take Watsons’ multivitamins and minerals capsule.

Get all your essentials at SM. From sanitation and cleaning products to medicines, food and other essential needs, everything you need can be found at SM Supermalls. And to help ensure the safety of mallgoers, SM strictly adheres to safety protocols. Social distancing and the wearing of face masks and face shields are strictly implemented inside the mall premises. SM also offers an option for those who wish to buy all their needs from the comfort of their homes via the SM Malls Online Mobile app. Browse through the selection available from SM North Edsa, SM Megamall, and SM Mall of Asia and have these delivered to your doorstep. You also have the option to pick it up from the mall.

Download SM Malls Online mobile app to shop for safety essentials at the comforts of your home.

During this trying time, let us do our part to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay home and stay safe!

To know more, visit https://www.smsupermalls.com/ and follow SM Supermalls on Facebook and Instagram.  

Start Your Own Business, the Santé Way

"At Santé, we understand that starting a business is never easy. That is why we initiated the Santé Partnership Program to help aspiring entrepreneurs establish their own businesses. It is also our way of opening opportunities for thousands of people who have lost their jobs due to the current pandemic." ~Joey Marcelo, Santé CEO 

Sante, a provider of the premier natural and organic health and wellness products and services, shares the four essential things that are guaranteed to be a part of our journey to start and achieving our dream business’ success. 

Starting your own business is one of the bravest and most exciting things you can do in your lifetime. But sometimes, it can be a little intimidating, especially when you do not know how and where to begin.  

While it can really be challenging, it always pays if you know what you need before entering a new business venture. For Santé, a provider of the premier natural and organic health and wellness products and services, these things are guaranteed to be an essential part of your journey to starting and achieving your dream business's success. 

Prepare Your Capital 

Your capital would be your financial assets used to generate wealth through investments. There are four types of capital: debt, equity, trading, and working capital. 

It would help if you had the capital to keep your business going, and it can come in the form of equipment, human resources, or loans. Without it, or when improperly managed, it can lead to total business failure. 

Know Your Market 

You need to know your competition, the people who will buy your products and services, the industry trends, and more to understand better the proper steps you must take to make your business a success. Regardless of the industry, you will be a part of; you can never know everything at the start. 

Sell High-Quality Products 

Of course, the success of your business is determined by how much the consumers love your product. When choosing the product you want to sell, make sure it has been proven and tested to assure your business has a higher chance of success and build yourself as a reliable businessman. 

Be E-Commerce Ready 

We live in the age of digital technology, and most consumers search online for anything they want and need. Every business needs to adapt to succeed, and staying out of the loop might prevent your business from reaching the desired goal it aims for. 

If you are still uncertain about starting your own business, why not reach out to a reliable business partner that will stand beside you every step of the way and lead you to success? After all, there are reliable business partners like Santé that can help you be your own boss.  

With its Santé Partnership Program, the company aims to provide new ways to earn income while reaping the benefits of time and financial freedom offered by owning a business. This initiative also defines Santé’s capability to provide extensive market knowledge, high-quality products, e-commerce readiness, among other essential things that can help aspiring entrepreneurs jumpstart their business. First-time business owners also have nothing to fear as Santé will provide daily training and seminars online through its Santé Engage platform. 

Santé is one of the fastest-growing distribution and direct selling companies globally. Aside from New Zealand and the Philippines, Santé is present in key cities such as Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Abuja, Lagos, and Cyprus. It offers premier organic health and wellness products and services designed to improve people's quality of life so they can live more and do more. 

Brandon Vera, Sage Northcutt join The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition Candidates in Episode 5

 

Brandon Vera and Sage Northcutt

Pinoy MMA Hero and reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon "The Truth" Vera and American karate world champion "Super" Sage Northcutt gave the candidates a double thrill in Episode 5 of The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition. The two MMA athletes captained their respective teams in an exciting dragon race in the waters of Kallang River in Singapore. In this episode, "The Truth" met fellow Pinoy and mixed martial arts champion Louie Sangalang for the first time. They even fought together on the same team.

IF last week's episode is already intense enough, you haven't seen what's next.

ONE Championship's longest-reigning titlist made his presence felt in episode 5 of The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition as reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon "The Truth" Vera paid the candidates a visit as a guest athlete.

The Filipino-American champion is definitely a winner in every sense of the word, as evidenced by him being the division's first and only champion since the organization introduced the belt in December 2015.

Brandon Vera and Sage Northcutt

Vera has knocked down every challenge that came his way, amassing an impressive 25-8 (1 NC) mixed martial arts record, including emphatic title defenses against the likes of Igor Subora, Paul Cheng, Hideki Sekine, and Mauro “The Hammer” Cerilli -- all of whom falling in the first round.

But it could also offer a glimpse of what's in store for the future, all the more with budding contenders like Arjan “Singh” Bhullar and “Mighty Warrior” Kang Ji Won hot on Vera's heels and aching for a shot at the reigning champion.

That alone should make the candidates listen to every piece of advice Vera would be willing to hand out as he provides an imposing presence in the episode's physical task.

But Vera isn't alone in providing their inputs to the candidates as "Super" Sage Northcutt will also be joining the ONE Heavyweight World Champion in the episode.

His good looks may captivate everyone watching, but the 25-year-old lightweight's brute force is no joke as he proved to everyone before that he's not just a pretty face.

Northcutt will be a welcome presence for the candidates as he awaits his next foe after having his ONE on TNT 4 match against Shinya "Tobikan Judan" Aoki on April 28 canceled.

He, after all, knows a thing or two about being hungry to come back after suffering a first-round defeat to Cosmo Alexandre at ONE: Enter The Dragon in May 2019 to go down to an 11-3 win-loss record.

Vera and Northcutt are just the latest from the top-caliber athletes who have appeared on the show after mixed martial arts legends Georges "Rush" St-Pierre and Renzo Gracie, and ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee.

Other athletes set to guest star in future episodes include former ONE Welterweight World Champion Ben Askren, ONE Flyweight World Grand Prix Champion Demetrious Johnson, Indian Wrestling Champion Ritu Phogat, and ONE Women’s Strawweight World Champion Xiong Jing Nan.

The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition invited 16 contestants handpicked from around the world to compete in a high-stakes game of business and physical challenges. The winner will receive a US$250,000 job offer to work directly under Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong for a year as his protege in Singapore.

“The Apprentice” is one of the biggest non-scripted reality television programs in history, judging the business skills of candidates who are competing for a job offer under a high-profile CEO. It has aired in more than 120 countries. The first season of “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” consists of 13 episodes and will be seen in the Philippines on Thursdays, 8:50 pm on AXN cable network, and on Mondays at 9 p.m. on One Sports.

Episode 5 of The Apprentice: OCE airs tonight, April 15, on AXN (8:50pm) and on Monday, April 19, on One Sports (9pm).