Month: February 2023

If you haven’t filled up your wish list yet, now is the chance to add-to-cart your favorite XTREME products to your shopping carts. Surprising shoppers with up to 58% discount on select items as they join the Lazada 3.3 Epic Birthday Sale and Shopee 3.3  Mega Shopping Sale.

For those who are looking for quality appliances that won’t break the bank, here are some of the best-selling kitchen appliances, cooling appliances, and home appliances to watch out for this coming March 3 to March 7.

To bring more joy to shoppers, free shipping vouchers, coins cashback, seller vouchers, and many more will also be given away! 

Here are some XTREME Appliances you can add to your cart as early as today:

XTREME COOL Front Load Combo Washer & Dryer

The best washing machine to make your laundry day much easier. With its combo washer and dryer, you can now do your laundry even on rainy days without worrying about a kulob smell on your clothes. 

MODEL NAME	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
XWM-COMBi10x7	₱48,195	₱31,688	₱16,507

43-inch XTREME ANDROID TV 

Enjoy watching your favorite TV Shows and Movies in the different applications on Google Play Store. Experience a movie theater quality with its frameless screen and Dolby audio.

MODEL NAME	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
MF-4300SA	₱20,495	₱14,961	₱5,534

90CM XTREME HOME Rangehood

Having issues with lingering smell and greasy surfaces? This sleek stainless hood is well-designed that will look posh in every kitchen. The 90CM XTREME HOME Rangehood is a ductless rangehood that filters the air back into your kitchen.

MODEL NAME	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
XHOOD-90CM2	₱6,995	₱4,964	₱2,031

1.0HP XTREME COOL Inverter Window Type Aircon 

Beat the heat with 1.0HP XTREME COOL Inverter Window Type Aircon to avoid sticky feeling this summer season. It has an energy-saving feature that lets you save up to 60% on energy costs.

MODEL NAME	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
XACWT10i	₱27,695	₱21,976	₱5,719

50cm XTREME X-SERIES Gas Range PRO

It’s time to unleash your inner Master Chef! This 50cm XTREME X-SERIES Gas Range PRO has 4 burners and spacious cooking that is perfect for everyday use at home.
 

MODEL NAME	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
XGR-504GX	₱13,188	₱10,111	₱3,077

Tips on how to score bigger discounts:

Shop between 12 midnight until 2 o’clock in the morning and be the first to check out these exclusive items:

Shopee Midnight Sale

MODEL	SRP	Sale Price	Midnight Sale
43-inch XTREME ANDROID TV	₱20,495	₱14,961	₱14,516
XTREME COOL Front Load Combo Washer & Dryer	₱48,195	₱31,688	₱30,744
1.5HP XTREME COOL Inverter Window Type Aircon	₱30,795	₱25,926	₱25,153
XTREME COOL 7KG Top Load Fully Automatic Washing Machine with Spin Dry (Black Cover)	₱14,495	₱11,598	₱11,253
1.0HP XTREME X-Series Split Type Aircon	₱21,195	₱16,848	₱16,346
90CM XTREME HOME Rangehood	₱6,995	₱4,964	₱4,817
65-inch XTREME ANDROID TV	₱40,995.00	₱31,156	₱30,228

Lazada Brand Mega Sale

MODEL	SRP	SALE PRICE	BMO
32-inch XTREME ANDROID TV	₱13,995.00	₱9,796.5	₱9,600.57
65-inch XTREME V Series Smart TV	₱39,995.00	₱29,596.3	₱29,004.37
XTREME COOL 12.0cu ft. Double Door Inverter Refrigerator	₱32,495.00	₱25,005.9	₱24,505.78
3.5L XTREME HOME Stand Mixer	₱2,395.00	₱1,628.6	₱1,596.03
9.0kg XTREME COOL Front Load Condensing Dryer	₱26,745.00	₱19,496.25	₱19,106.33
43-inch XTREME ANDROID TV	₱20,495.00	₱14,961.35	₱14,662.12
XTREME COOL 7KG Top Load Fully Automatic Washing Machine with Spin Dry (Black Cover)	₱48,195.00	₱31,687.65	₱31,053.90

Not enough budget yet? 

Worry no more! With Spaylater and LazLoan allow shoppers to buy now and pay later with easy installment plans minus the credit card requirement. Make sure to shop XTREME Appliances on its official Flagship Store on Shopee and Lazada to steal these price reductions this Lazada 3.3 Epic Birthday Sale and Shopee 3.3  Mega Shopping Sale.

To know more about XTREME Appliances, visit us on Facebook, Lazada, Shopee, and XTREME Website.

Make-A-Wish Philippines is thrilled to present the first ever Wish Ball in the country on April 29 at The Peninsula Manila. The charity gala aims to raise funds to make wishes come true for children with critical illnesses nationwide. 

Entitled “Where Stars Align”, the foundation’s maiden ball will be a gathering of supporters coming together to serve as bright, uplifting stars for wish kids bravely battling their medical conditions. Wish Balls are highly anticipated annual fundraising events by Make-A-Wish affiliates in the US, Europe and other parts of Asia.

Event highlights include a four-course dinner, special performances by world-class Filipino artists and inspiring presentations from wish kids and families. 

To book tickets and learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit bit.ly/2023WishBallTickets, contact info@wishes.ph, or scan the QR codes.

Make-A-Wish Philippines is the first and only non-profit wish granting organization in the country. It is an affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, the world’s largest and most respected wish-granting organization. The foundation grants wishes of children with critical illnesses to transform their lives with hope, strength and joy.

KOREA’S RICHMADE BRAND NOW IN THE PHILIPPINES. (L-R), Elizabeth Pineda, Leader, Financial Solutions, Jennifer Solitario, Leader, Total Quality Management (TQM), Michael Pasco, Senior Leader, Strategic Marketing / Sales Admin, Liduvino Trivino, Senior Leader, National Sales Development, Sungil Kim, VP, Operations & Plant Projects, Young Ig Son, President & CEO, Byoung Sun Yim, VP, Strategy & Operational Management, Hyun Jung Lim, VP, Farm Operations, Joseph Bognot, Senior Leader, Strategic HR & CIT, Maria Cecilia Ramo, Leader, Corporate Affairs, and Myra Balde, Leader, Risk Management & Sourcing (Consultant).

With the country’s aim in focusing its resources to generate sustainable food security, the arrival of the RICHMADE brand has been timely and essential.

CJ Feed &Care, Korea’s number one food company recently launched RICHMADE as the new brand to carry its feed portfolio. The introduction of RICHMADE in the Philippines will be the first, leading other Asian countries where it has businesses and plants, aside from Korea.

This is a testament of CJ Feed & Care’s commitmentin helping and supporting the country in growing the agriculture sector, particularly the feed and livestock industry. By using the RICHMADE brand in its feed products, the company’s customers, managed farms and stakeholders will be assured that the standard and technology placed in all RICHMADE feeds to be manufactured here in the Philippines is the same in all parts of the world.

GLOBAL TO LOCAL. The Richmade launch here in the Philippines will be the first leading the other countries in the Southeast Asian region where the company has plants and offices. RICHMADE’s Luzon sales team in full force post for posterity during the company’s Business Launch held in their Luzon plant, located in San Rafael, Bulacan.

For more than 50 years, CJ Feed & Care has been developing unrivaled feed manufacturing technology that drove the growth of the Korean livestock industry. It has taken on the challenge without hesitation to support the success of farms it manages. These traits have made CJ Feed & Care as one of the feed and livestock companies that has successfully branched out from Korea into the global market.

The launch of RICHMADE is merely the first step. Inspired by farm to table concept, CJ Feed &Care will lay out their plans that will include Animal Nutrition and the management and breeding of poultry and livestock until selling.

Since the company established its feed business in Korea in 1973, the CJ Feed & Care has chosen to expand in Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Japan, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines.

With its consistent global expansion, CJ Feed & Care is oneof the feed and livestock company that has successfully branched out from Korea into the global market.

The Love Month is upon us! Have you picked an outfit, purchased flowers, and made a reservation? Whether you’re going out with a partner or simply treating yourself, here’s a list of places for a night of good food (and even better deals, thanks to your Metrobank credit card!).

Classy Choices

For those who want to go with something truly special, one can’t go wrong with Wagyu. It’s a good time to try Wagyu Studio, especially now that they offer a 10% discount on dine-in for their succulent cuts of prime wagyu beef.

If fine French dining is more of your thing, Mirèio in Raffles Hotel is a great option. There’s no better place to go for brasserie-style dining (their roasted duck foie gras is truly something special) and the special deals are hard to beat — 20% off on food and 15% off on non-alcoholic beverages.

If the desire is for exceptional Japanese Cuisine, Hotel Okura’s Yamazato is unforgettable, offering only the freshest ingredients to ensure supreme taste and unmatched quality. Available for 20% off for a minimum spend of P5,000 when you dine in, the promo is applicable for lunch and dinner except for Teppanyaki items and the Teppan Private Dining Room.

Yawaragi Restaurant–also in Hotel Okura–ups the ante with 30% off when you spend P5,000 for lunch or dinner. Their Kisetsu buffet, which is based on seasonal flavors, wonderfully reflects the Japanese culinary philosophy of using ingredients at their prime.

Fabulous Fun

Perhaps you or your date prefer something casual. We have a few options for that, too. And it wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t mention perennial favorite Wild Flour Italian. The Cioppino is warming and filling, along with everything else on the menu, and can be enjoyed for 50% off for all orders above P5,000, exclusive for Metrobank World & Platinum Mastercard cardholders.

For those in need of a fun night out in the town, Hola Bombon offers 10% off when you spend P2,000, with a maximum discount of P1,500. Enjoy the Pulpo, the Paellas, and the Sangria—they go well together.

Seafood lovers can enjoy a feast at Cowrie Grill, especially with 20% off a minimum spend of P3,000 and 20% off on their All-You-Can-Eat Menu. One bite of their Chilean Sea Bass will have you exclaiming for joy!

If your vibe is quiet, intimate conversations, it’s hard to beat 205, with its offering of good food and cocktails (the Beef Salpicao is unmatched). Enjoy a 10% discount on dining and even take-out, so you can enjoy sophisticated comfort delights any way you want it.

Casual Chats

Nothing says fun like pizza, and few can do it like California Pizza Kitchen can. Pair your California-style pizzas with their selection of wines and craft beers, and you’ll have the makings of a great night out in town. Everything’s at 15% off!

For a more casual vibe, everyone’s go-to Thai restaurant Basil offers free Crispy Spring Rolls when you spend P2,000. Get it up to P3,000, and you’ll get free Beef with Holy Basil.

Whether you’re impressing a date or just showing yourself some love, it’s good to make the most out of every restaurant you visit—get all the aforementioned deals and more when you pay with your Metrobank credit card!

Here’s a complete list of perks and discounts from participating restaurants.

RESTAURANT	OFFER	PROMO PERIOD
205	10% OFF on dine-in and take-out	November 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023
Basil	• Free Crispy Spring Roll for a minimum single-receipt dine-in spend of P2,000 • Free Beef with Holy Basil for a minimum single-receipt dine-in spend of P3,000	January 15 to July 15, 2023
California Pizza Kitchen	15% OFF on dine-in and take-out	November 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023
Cowrie Grill	• 20% OFF for a min. spend of P3,000 • 20% OFF on All-You-Can-Eat menu	January 20 to December 30, 2023
Hola Bombon	10% OFF for a min. spend of P2,000 on dine-in, takeout, delivery or pick-up. Maximum discount of P1,500 applies.	November 15, 2022 to February 15, 2023
Hotel Okura	• 30% OFF at Yawaragi Restaurant for a min. spend of P5,000 when you dine in. Applicable for lunch and dinner except for Robatayaki • 20% OFF at Yamazato Restaurant for a min. spend of P5,000 when you dine in. Applicable for lunch and dinner except for Teppanyaki items and Teppan Private Dining room	January 15 to April 15, 2023
Mireio	20% OFF on food and 15% OFF on beverage (excluding alcoholic beverages) at Mireio in Fairmont Makati	January 1 to June 30, 2023
Wagyu Studio	10% OFF on dine-in	January 15 to July 15, 2023
Wild Flour Italian	50% OFF for a min. spend of P5,000 when you dine-in, takeout or order for delivery with Metrobank World and Peso Platinum Mastercard only	January 1 to February 28, 2023

More participating establishments here: https://www.facebook.com/MetrobankCardPH/posts/6095446463855838

To know more about other promos and offers of Metrobank credit cards, visit https://www.metrobank.com.ph/promos

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Terms & conditions apply. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB 158937, 159544 Series of 2023.

Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB 158096, 158384, 155663, 154422, 156765, 154422, 157790 Series of 2022. 

The Philippine Veterans Bank (PVB) invites everyone to join the Ride for Valor, a bike-for-a-cause event on March 5, 2023 to raise funds for the maintenance of the Bataan Death March markers and other World War 2 heritage sites.

Mike Villa-Real, PVB first vice president for marketing and communications, said the event, which is in partnership with the Department of National Defense, Philippine Veterans Affairs Office, Provincial Government of Bataan and Wartime Heritage Guild-Philippines, aims to preserve the legacy of Filipino and American soldiers who fought for freedom and democracy during World War 2.

The Bataan Death March is a somber reminder of the bravery and selflessness of Filipino veterans during the Second World War. It is an essential part of Philippine history and culture, and the Ride for Valor is an important way of honoring the veterans and preserving their legacy. Plus rider get to learn more about this

historic event as they will be be traversing the actual route of the Death March; he said.

The ride is open to fully vaccinated cyclists and all types of bikes with brakes.

Villa-Real said the event will start at 6 a.m. from the Kilometer Zero in Mariveles, Bataan, to Capas National Shrine in Tarlac.

The non-competitive bike ride will have four pitstops: Mt. Samat, Balanga Provincial Capitol’s The Bunker, San Fernando Train Station, and Angeles Museum. Giveaways will be given in selected pitstops.

Villa-Real said participants may ride at their own pace, adding there will be a 12-hour cut-off during thee vent.

He noted that the event will also implement a ;No Helmet, No Ride; policy to ensure the safety of the participants.

Villa-Real also said a mechanic will be available to help those who encounter mechanical difficulties, while roving marshals will be present to keep track of the riders; progress. Support vehicles are allowed, but riders should only ride in the vehicle if they choose to drop out of the event.

The registration fee for the Ride for Valor is P1,000, which includes an official event shirt, a race bib, at rucker cap, a loot bag, an e-certificate, and meals.

Interested individuals may register online at bit.ly/rideforvalor2023 until March 1, while groups may email rideforvalor@gmail.com. Participants may also register onsite at RD Cycles Libis Branch and RD Cycles Timog Branch.

Those who will join the bike ride must download the Traqs Philippines app to enter the event. Prior to the bike ride, we will be raffling off an overnight stay for lucky joiners, and on March 5, we will be giving two bikes as well as hotel gift checks and other exciting prizes to our raffle winners; Villa-Real added.

Organized by Without Limits PH – IGEM, Ride for Valor 2023 is co-presented by Traqs Philippines, OneLGC, AIR21, Panahon.TV, and the Integrated Waste Management Inc. Sponsors include Neo Zigma PH, Hotel Sogo, Booster C Energy Shot, and Fitbar.

The Bataan Death March is one of the darkest chapters in Philippine history, where around 80,000 Filipino and American soldiers were forced to march more than 100 kilometers in grueling conditions by Japanese forces in 1942. Thousands of soldiers survived but many also died due to starvation, dehydration, diseases, and the brutality of Japanese captors. The markers serve as reminders of the tragedy and heroism that occurred during that period.

PVB is a private, commercial bank owned by World War 2 veterans and their families. With Its new Charter signed into law, the Banks ownership now includes Post War Veterans and AFP Retirees.

For more information about the event, follow Ride for Valor on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RideForValorPH.

DTI Laguna witnessed the Ceremonial Signing of Memorandum of Agreement between National University Laguna and Henry and Sons PHTrading and Manufacturing Company, Inc. for the establishment of the Global Coffee School (GCS) Philippine Operations in Calamba City, Laguna. Present during the event were the executives of NU Laguna, Mr. Michael Harris Lim of Henry & Sons, Laguna Vice Governor Karen Agapay, and representatives of Calamba City Congresswoman CHA Hernandez and Calamba City Mayor Ross Rizal.

Henry & Sons, the leading supplier of premium coffee products and services in the country, continues its mission to bring the local coffee industry to the international spotlight with their commitment to providing premium and quality education to aspiring baristas.

“With the rising demand for specialty coffee in the ever-growing coffee market, Henry & Sons is determined to provide aspiring baristas with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed,” said Michael Harris Conlin, Henry & Sons president and CEO.

Conlin said the company recently signed a memorandum of agreement with the National University Laguna to establish the Global Coffee School (GCS) in Calamba City.

GCS courses are recognized and offered in over 40 cities worldwide. The company provides comprehensive educational courses to equip aspiring baristas with the necessary skills and knowledge to create the best coffee products.

Courses include instruction on brewing methods and techniques, the science of coffee production, and different types of coffee drinks. Baristas will also be given hands-on experience with the most up-to-date coffee equipment, enabling them to develop their skills and gain the confidence needed to become top coffee professionals.

Conlin, a former Philippine National Barista Champion and semi-finalist in the World Barista Championship, said the collaboration aims to elevate Laguna Liberica to a global coffee brand and teach aspiring baristas in Laguna the skills they need to become sought-after in the coffee industry.

Last year, Conlin represented Laguna’s Liberica and Benguet’s Arabica at the Global Coffee Championship in Korea. Laguna’s Liberica won silver in the latte competition, while Benguet’s Arabica bagged bronze in the brewer competition.

According to experts, the Philippine coffee industry is expected to generate $6.3 billion this year or P345 billion.

Conlin, however, said 97% of the coffee in the country is imported.

“Our local coffee farmers do not benefit from the billions of revenue generated by the coffee industry. If this continues, Philippine-grown coffee is at risk of extinction. This is a loss not only for our economy but also for our culture and heritage,” he said.

Conlin noted that the program aims to help Mabato coffee farmers introduce their products to the international market and provide stability and sustainability for their livelihoods.

He also encouraged people to buy coffee sourced from local farmers to support them.

Recently, Henry & Sons’ opened two new branches of The Giving Café (TGC) at the University of the Philippines Los Baños and SM Marikina.

TGC is part of the company’s social enterprise program established to support the Foundation for Sustainable Coffee Excellence (FSCE) in its drive to make the Philippines a major player in the global coffee industry through sustainable local coffee farming.

The FSCE has been supporting farms in La Trinidad, Benguet, for some years now to help and provide farmers and their families with essential needs such as irrigation, medicines, and educational assistance.

Opened in July 2017, Henry & Sons opened TGC to provide a haven for coffee lovers. The café serves comfort food, such as champorado, sopas, and arroz caldo, and Chinese dishes, including yang chow, Taiwanese fried chicken, and sweet and sour pork.

For more information, visit www.henryandsons and www.thevault.ph.

Love is in the air at Duty Free Philippines (DFP) as the country’s only travel retailer gears up to celebrate the Valentine season with a SALE at its downtown Fiestamall and Luxe Duty Free stores.

DFP will “Spread the Love” on February 11-12, 2023 at the flagship Fiestamall store with romantic deals and discounts as much as 20% from selected items. Lady shoppers will be spoiled with free makeovers and other perks.  Luxe Duty Free will treat customers to a love and bargain-filled weekend on February 18-19, 2023 with its wide selection of Valentine gift ideas from popular brands of perfumes and cosmetics to luxury fashion bags.

All arriving international travelers, namely the balikbayans, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), and foreign tourists need only to bring their passports or any proof of recent travel and their loved ones to shop.

DFPC currently operates 15 downtown and airport outlets in Manila, Kalibo, Cebu, Iloilo and Clark. As a state owned agency, DFPC remits its earnings to the Department of Tourism for the government’s various tourism infrastructure programs.

For more information visit www.dfp.com.ph or http://www.luxedutyfree.com or its social media pages (@dutyfreephils and @luxedutyfree) for regular updates.