Hanabishi Launches “Cheers to HappyMess” Campaign with Online-Exclusive Freebies

Hanabishi Appliances has collaborated with kitchen and party essential brand Cheers to make kitchen time more pleasurable and less hectic just in time for the holidays.

This festive cooperation between two trusted Filipino companies offers a free Cheers item with every purchase of select Hanabishi items on www.myhanabishi.com, Hanabishi TikTok Shop, and TikTok Live.

“As families prepare for the numerous parties and celebrations in the coming months, we at Hanabishi and our friends from Cheers would like to make it easier for everyone to enjoy their gatherings with family and friends. At Hanabishi, we have always aimed at providing Filipino households with practical and affordable solutions that will help them with their everyday needs. With Cheers, we’ve found a partner that shares our passion for making life in the kitchen simpler, cleaner, and more importantly, a lot more fun especially during the holidays. We encourage everyone to embrace the HappyMess of the holidays.” ~Cherish Ong-Chua, Hanabishi Appliances VP for Marketing and Finance

Enjoy Convenience and Savings

The appliances and their corresponding freebies are available until supplies last. The bundles include the following:

• Every Hanabishi Electric Oven or Griller purchase comes with a free Cheers Aluminum Foil.
• Every Hanabishi Microwave Oven or Air Fryer purchase comes with a free Cheers Baking Paper.
• Every Hanabishi Professional Stand Mixer or Cooker (Induction/Ceramic) comes with a free Cheers Cling Wrap.
• Every Hanabishi Commercial Blender or Pressure Cooker purchase comes with a Cheers Dishwashing Liquid (lemon or orange).
• Every Hanabishi Juice Blender purchase comes with a free Cheers Scrub Buddies.
• Every Hanabishi Sandwich Maker, Waffle Maker, or Panini Press purchase comes with a free Cheers Snack Bag.
• Every Hanabishi Refrigerator, Food Steamer, Hand Blender, or Toaster purchase comes with free Cheers Zipper Storage Bags.
• Every HASREF18INV Refrigerator purchase comes with a free Cheers Kitchen Towel.

To learn more about Hanabishi Appliances, visit www.myhanabishi.com. Follow Hanabishi and Cheers on their official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts.

Quick Bites, Conti's Delights at SM Bulacan Malls

An OG has come in SM Bulacan Malls, and we’re absolutely here for it.  Introducing Conti's Take Out Nooks, which is now available in SM City Baliwag and SM Center Pulilan, offering freshly baked cakes and fantastic treats.

With the opening of Conti's Take Out Nooks on the ground floor of SM City Baliwag and SM Center Pulilan, customers may now easily take breads, pies, pastries, cookies, frozen ready-to-eat foods, and, of course, signature cakes.

Know that Conti's is only a short distance away to brighten the day, whether it's a celebration, a present, or just a quick "pick-me-up." For food alerts and promos, check out https://www.facebook.com/smbaliwag and https://www.facebook.com/smcenterpulilan.

Happy Skin Makes a Grand Entrance at SM City Grand Central

At SM City Grand Central, Filipinas now have a new cause to smile: soft-focus skin, weightless colors, and that distinct, radiant glow.  Happy Skin, a well-liked local beauty brand that skillfully combines skincare and makeup, has officially launched its newest store, bringing its cult-favorite basics closer to the busy, beauty-loving population of the Northern Metro.

Filipina women have long struggled to find skincare products that work without breaking the bank and makeup that improves without damaging.  After cracking the code in 2013, Happy Skin has been redefining local beauty for over ten years with its line of skin-nourishing products.  Beauty fans in the area can now even more easily access that promise thanks to the brand's newest location at SM City Grand Central.

The store itself reflects the brand's distinctive style, which is spacious, contemporary, and clean with warm neutrals and delicate pink touches that create a serene, welcoming ambiance.  The experience, however, is the true draw: a carefully chosen playground of skincare and makeup products from the world's beauty capitals, such as Taiwan, Korea, and Japan, all made with skin-loving elements tailored to the climate of the Philippines and the variety of Filipina skin tones.

Happy Skin's famous "Shut Up & Kiss Me" lippies and "Eye Am Here to Stay" gel eyeliner, as well as its renowned weightless tints and hydrating skincare lines, are now available for purchase. Every product is made with elements that provide uncomplicated beauty and skin care, making it easier than ever for women to feel and look their best.

Happy Skin's objective of empowering women with goods that easily combine style and skincare is reinforced by the SM City Grand Central debut. Happy Skin continues to demonstrate that radiant, healthy skin is always in style with its whimsical packaging, simple formulae, and dedication to cruelty-free, skin-friendly beauty.

Visit SM City Grand Central and discover the perfect balance of glow and care that your skin will thank you.

Fuel your grind with the “Huwow sa Pinoy Sarap” goodness of SB19’s go-to snack

Enjoy the seafood flavors of Kropek ni Mang Juan – Spicy Fried Pusit and the newest release, Sweet Chili Hipon.

Most Filipinos are constantly on the go, whether it's for side gigs, early calls, late-night grinds, or everything in between. However, a brief break combined with a tasty, mouthwatering food might occasionally keep one going in a world where the hustle never stops.

Mang Juan is a genuinely Filipino snack that can help fuel one's grind, with a lineup that features favorites like Chicken Skin ni Mang Juan and Chicharron ni Mang Juan in traditional Filipino flavors. 

The light and crispy seafood flavors of Kropek ni Mang Juan are another reason to continue munching, in addition to the traditional flavors that Filipinos like, such as P-pop Kings SB19.

Every crunchy bite of Kropek ni Mang Juan, which is loaded with "Huwow sa Pinoy Sarap" sweetness, offers a fresh take on the typical seafood flavors while remaining faithful to what makes Mang Juan a favorite among Filipinos.

Kropek ni Mang Juan's Sweet Chili Hipon and Spicy Fried Pusit flavors will satisfy your needs whether you prefer sweet-salty snacks or chips with a dash of spice.  Made to match your drive and fire, these seafood-flavored snacks are tasty, light, and authentically Filipino.  Spicy Fried Pusit offers a saktong anghang, asim at alat that awakens your senses, while Sweet Chili Hipon delivers the perfect tamis-alat kick.

And SB19 is the best person to relate to when it comes to hustling.  With rehearsals, tours, and shoots that typically demand maximum energy and emotion, the P-pop superstars are all too familiar with the grind.

“Nakakapagod ang training at rehearsals namin, pero worth it para sa mga A’TIN. That’s why it’s nice to have a snack like Mang Juan na talagang nakakagana sa sarap.” ~Stell of SB19

P-Pop Group SB19 Justin and Josh with their favorite Kropek ni Mang Juan. 

Therefore, whether you're studying or getting ready for another demanding day, give yourself a boost and have a mouthful of Mang Juan for that "Huwow! "snacking encounter."

This is your cue to sample Mang Juan, SB19's favorite snack, if you haven't already.  Kropek ni Mang Juan's nakaka-Huwow sa Pinoy Sarap deliciousness will fuel your grind just as they did.  The entire Mang Juan snack collection keeps improving, from the traditional Chicharron and Chicken Skin to the newest item, Kropek ni Mang Juan.

Visit and grab a pack of Mang Juan at your nearest supermarkets, groceries, and convenience stores nationwide.

Universal Robina Corporation (URC) produces iconic brands such as Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Cloud 9, Maxx candy, Cream-O, Payless, C2 Cool and Clean, and Great Taste coffee, which have been part of Filipinos’ lives for decades. Known for its bold flavors, Mang Juan delivers top-quality snacking with its Kropek line—made to be crisp, flavorful, and budget-friendly, making it a go-to choice for Filipino snack fans. To learn more about URC, visit its website, Facebook Page and TikTok Account.

What’s New: Explore Vietnam’s Cong Caphe & Korea’s Eat Pizza at SM City Marilao

When it comes to discovering new sensations and tastes, nothing can deter an inquisitive foodie.  Vietnam's Cong Caphe and Korea's Eat Pizza, two of the most recent additions to SM City Marilao's fascinating food providers located at the West Wing Expansion, demonstrate that the mall's cuisine is still of the highest caliber.

Go to Cong Caphe first. Vietnam's famed coffee is easily accessible at SM City Marilao, so travelers don't have to go far. Coconut Coffee and Coconut Mung Bean are available here, along with the highly praised White Coffee or Pho Coffee with Salted Cream.  They also serve authentic Banh Mi dishes, an intriguing assortment of high mountain teas, and regional Vietnamese beverages like Hanoi Dracontomelon with Soda.

Eat Pizza, the home of Korea’s original 10-inch pizza, is making waves in SM City Marilao. Popularly known for its rectangular pizza slices, Eat Pizza is freshly made with mouthwatering flavors such as Korean Sausage, Beef Bulgogi, Samgyeopsal, and Sweet Corn Cheese, as well as classic Pepperoni and Cheese.

Savor the flavors. Explore amazing food stops only at SM City Marilao. For the updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/SMCityMarilao.

McDonald’s Grand Reunion Brings People Back Together for the Holidays

For many Filipinos, Christmas is the most exciting time of year.  It's the time for long-awaited grand reunions, when family and friends finally gather together after months or even years away.  It's one of the most treasured traditions in the country.  However, not everyone has the opportunity to organize such events.  Some people spend the holidays apart from their families, missing out on the joys of being together.

This year, McDonald's Philippines intends to bridge that gap by providing free celebrations for certain groups.  Known as "Grand Reunion at McDo," this statewide holiday effort will transform select McDonald's Party Rooms into festive locations for meaningful reunions taking place simultaneously across the country, giving the warmth of the season back to those who need it the most.

“By creating spaces where groups can once again gather meaningfully, McDonald’s taps directly into the Filipino cultural values of pagsasama-sama, pagsasalo-salo, and gratitude. It offers a simple yet heartfelt reminder that those who help make Christmas special for others deserve their own celebration too. In a season that can often feel overwhelming with crowded schedules, growing expenses, and emotional demands, Grand Reunion at McDo offers a refreshing alternative, a warm, uncomplicated, and inclusive holiday gathering that doesn’t require grand preparations.” ~Ada Lazaro, Chief Marketing Officer at McDonald's Philippines

How to be part of McDonalds’ Grand Reunion

Consumers are encouraged to visit the Grand Reunion post on McDonald's Philippines' Facebook page and tell their story about why they want to reunite, what kept them apart, and what makes their relationship worthwhile.  McDonald's will host groups of up to ten people on December 8 from 2-4 p.m., with two groups per party room for a total of 20 people.

Participants will be chosen based on how their stories exemplify the spirit of unity throughout the Christmas season in addition to having a touching and unique story.  Participants can select the McDonald's location of their choice.

Boxes of Honey Butter Chicken McDo, enhanced with a "shake, tear, and sprinkle" moment utilizing Garlic Parmesan and Snow Cheese Powder, will be distributed to each group. The dinner becomes something to enjoy together thanks to this straightforward ritual. In addition to leading light games and toasts, a McDonald's "Happiness Host" will assist in making the event feel a little more memorable and shared.

Reinforcing Filipino values

Lazaro added the initiative aims to reinforce Filipino values of bonding and connection during the Christmas season by offering a venue for meaningful reunions.

For more information about McDonald’s Philippines, visit www.mcdonalds.com.ph, McDo.ph on Meta, on Instagram, and on X. 

Discover Singapore with Cebu Pacific’s New Travel Series, Special Seat Sale

In addition to a unique seat that makes now the ideal time to fly, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the top airline in the Philippines, is inviting every Juan to explore Singapore with real-life couple Megan Young and Mikael Daez, who return to the Lion City as new parents to find its hidden jewels.

The first episode of a three-part series that follows the couple as they discover a new sense of wonder in Singapore—discovering chic concept stores, unusual dining establishments, and the romance, culture, and adventure that fit even into a brief getaway—was released today by CEB in collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board.

To make this even more exciting, CEB is offering one-way base fares to Singapore for as low as:

• PHP 388 from Manila
• PHP 488 from Clark
• PHP 788 from Cebu
• PHP 838 from Iloilo

Sale Period: November 24 – 27, 2025

Travel Period: August 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025

With its seamless connectivity, world-class culinary scene, and renowned tourist attractions, Singapore remains to be a top-of-mind destination among Filipinos seeking memorable vacations. 

To further entice travelers, CEB operates in 37 domestic and 26 international destinations spread across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

CEB offers various payment options, including credit or debit cards and e-wallets, to book flights and buy add-ons.

Book your flights now at www.cebupacificair.com. 

ebu Pacific's Social Media Accounts:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cebupacificairphilippines

X: https://twitter.com/CebuPacificAir

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cebupacificair

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