From Manila Streets to the Global Stage: Filipino Dancer to Compete at Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final in India

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Excitement sizzles in the air as the countdown begins for one of the most intense, highly-anticipated dance events, the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Finals. Filipino locking master, Klockwise, is gearing up for the competition as the sole representative of the Philippines at the Finals. 

Happening at the NSCI Dome in Mumbai, India on November 9, the competition will feature the top dance talents from across the world, vying to be this season’s World Champion.

The Valenzuela-based dancer scored his title as National Champion after winning the National Finals in Manila last September 28. He bested 15 other dancers who came from all over the country, who all brought their own flavor to the dance floor. In the end, Klockwise’s masterful freestyle performances with just the right amount of theatrics captivated the crowd and won him the trophy.

Asia’s Limitless Star is Ginebra San Miguel 2025 Calendar Girl

On the 190th anniversary of its flagship brand, Ginebra San Miguel, the maker of the world's best-selling gin has named Asia's Limitless Star Julie Anne San Jose as the 2025 and 34th Ginebra San Miguel Calendar Girl in a launch attended by media and other guests at the Diamond Hotel in Manila. 

Julie Anne San Jose is a Filipina singer, songwriter, actress, host, instrumentalist, and television personality, earning the title 'Asia's Limitless Star' for her limitless range of talents. Just as Ginebra San Miguel has weathered changing times and remained relevant to consumers, Julie Anne has continuously reinvented herself for her fans since 2005 by staying true to her artistic vision while thriving in a competitive industry with her passion and "never-say-die" spirit.  

Pizza Hut launches Midnight Menace Double Box promo in time for Venom season

With the premiere of the highly anticipated “Venom: The Last Dance” just around the corner, now is the perfect time to celebrate one of the most iconic and lovable anti-hero characters in Marvel Comics! And what better way to do it than with a bold and flavorful pizza party courtesy of none other than Pizza Hut?  

Get ready to feed your inner beast just in time for Venom Season with Pizza Hut’s newest limited-time offering in collaboration with “Venom: The Last Dance”—the Midnight Menace Double Box promo, available since last October 17! 

Spooky Treats for Halloween at The Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel presents its hauntingly good Halloween-themed cookies and cocktails just in time for the spookiest night of the year.

Spooktacular Bites

Get into Halloween spirit with our frightfully delicious cookies—ghosts, bats, and jack-o-lanterns—baked to perfection and a touch of spooky flair. These limited-edition treats are the perfect addition to any Halloween celebration. Enjoy a set of 6 pieces for Php 225 nett or 12 pieces for Php 350 nett, available at the Delicatessen until November 5, 2024.

Creepy Concoctions to Sip if You Dare

For those who like their thrills shaken or stirred, The Manila Hotel’s Halloween cocktails are a must-try. Sip on bewitching blends inspired by haunted tales. The Goblin offers a wicked mix of rum, melon-flavored liqueur, coconut-flavored liqueur, and pineapple juice; while the Bacardi Zombie unleashes one’s adventurous side with a mix of rum, lime, orange, and cherry. Both priced at Php 390 nett each, these spellbinding concoctions are sure to cast a delightful spell. Available at the Lobby Lounge, Tap Room, and Pool Bar until October 31, 2024.

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing riders race 100 kph souped-up “Kra-Tae” tractors ahead of Thailand GP

Taking part in a series of unusual off-circuit challenges, the MotoGP™ duo battled against one another in modified rice tractors, called “Kra-Tae”. 

Photo Credit: Yosayoot Wiengviset / Red Bull Content Pool

Heading into the highly anticipated Thailand Grand Prix weekend, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing legends Brad Binder and Jack Miller swapped their KTM RC16 bikes for something more agricultural. 

At a remote Buriram farm, Binder and Miller raced their stand-up Kra-Tae tractors at speeds up to 100 kph, navigating a series of comical challenges that tested their agility and coordination.

Mang Inasal shines as the only PHL restaurant winner at the 21st International Business Awards

In a remarkable achievement, Mang Inasal has emerged as the only restaurant brand from the Philippines to receive honors at the prestigious 21st International Business Awards (IBA), held recently at the InterContinental Istanbul, Turkey.

Recognized for its groundbreaking marketing efforts and innovative community engagement, Mang Inasal solidified its position as a trailblazer in the quick-service restaurant industry. IBA, widely regarded as the world’s premier business awards competition, drew over 3,600 nominations from organizations across 62 countries and territories this year.

Alliance of spirits & wine producers launches campaign against illicit alcohol in the PH

“Drink Authentic, Enjoy Responsibly” is a campaign by the Alliance Against Counterfeit Spirits (AACS), supported by the Asia Pacific International Spirits and Wine Alliance (APISWA) and the Alcoholic Beverage Alliance of the Philippines (ABAPI), that promote safe alcohol through authentic products

As the Philippines gears up for its vibrant festive season of celebrations in the lead up to the end of the year, an industry alliance seeks to raise public awareness about illicit alcohol and give citizens the confidence to identify authentic products and sellers.

Brewing a Greener Future: Engkanto Brewery taps AboitizPower Distributed Renewables for solar energy integration

The ceremonial signing was attended by [L-R]: Engr. Gina Camacho-David, AdventEnergy Vice President for Retail and Energy Solutions; James Byron Yun, AdventEnergy First Vice President and Head of Retail; Sandro Aboitiz, AboitizPower Chief Financial Officer; Ian Paradies, Engkanto Brewery Founder; and Ricard Basora, Engkanto Brewery Managing Director 

In a significant stride towards environmental responsibility, Engkanto Brewery has partnered with AboitizPower Distributed Renewables Inc. (APx) to install state-of-the-art 97.09 kWp solar panels at their brewing facility in Carmona, Cavite. This collaboration underscores both companies' commitment to sustainability and harnessing renewable energy through innovative technologies.

APx has been providing distributed energy solutions to commercial and industrial users and has been integral to AboitizPower’s mission of promoting renewable energy.

This milestone signifies an important step in enabling key industries and local businesses to operate sustainably. 

Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI) participates in the annual International Coastal Cleanup across sites

Associates from Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI) join the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) at Dolomite Beach, Manila Bay on September 21, 2024, in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and alongside approximately 3,000 volunteers from the private and public sectors.

Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI), the bottling arm of Coca-Cola in the Philippines, partnered with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to collect coastal debris for the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) held on September 21, 2024. Reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability, CCBPI mobilized its associates across its various sites in Metro Manila, Ilocos, Abra, Laguna, Cebu, and Tacloban, with upcoming cleanups in other areas, to keep coasts and waterways free from litter. 

CCBPI associates joined volunteers from the private and public sectors, led by DENR officials and representatives Undersecretary for Finance, Information Systems, and Climate Change Analiza Rebuelta-Teh and Assistant Secretary for Policy, Planning, International Affairs and Climate Change Noralene Uy, PhD. to collect debris and marine waste at the Manila Dolomite Beach. 

Celebrate Ihaw Fest at Mang Inasal this October

Get ready for a feast this October! Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, announces the return of Ihaw Fest, a nationwide celebration where customers can enjoy a variety of delicious freebies!

“Mang Inasal has received several recognitions this 2024, and we’re thrilled to give back to our customers through Ihaw Fest,” expressed Mang Inasal President Mike V. Castro. “Ihaw Fest is more than just a promotion; it’s a celebration that encourages everyone to gather with family and friends, whether in our stores or in the comfort of their homes. Let’s make this October unforgettable with all our favorite Ihaw-Sarap food and Unli-Saya moments with our loved ones!”

Now on its third year, Mang Inasal’s Ihaw Fest will treat all its customers with one free Halo-Halo small (either Extra Creamy Halo-Halo or Crema de Leche Halo-Halo) for every purchase of two Chicken Inasal Value Meals (Paa or Pecho) from October 1 to 15. Then, from October 16 to 31, enjoy our Family Fiesta bundles, featuring a bilao of Chicken Inasal and/or Pork BBQ with Java Rice and drinks for up to six people, and you’ll receive two FREE Palabok solos!

A slide of pizza for everyWant: Savor an explosion of flavors as Korea’s Eat Pizza opens in the Philippines

Korean flavors on a perfectly solo-sized pizza? Yes, please! Check out Eat Pizza’s first branch in SM North EDSA

Annyeong, K-culture lovers! Offering a revolutionary pizza experience, South Korea’s original 10-inch pizza chain Eat Pizza, is finally coming to the Philippines.

Opening its first branch at the 2nd Floor of SM North Edsa’s main mall, Eat Pizza promises a revolutionary pizza experience that transcends the ordinary; with fresh pizza in traditional and inventive Korean flavors, offered in a unique serving size that allows each person to savor the flavor they want the most. 

PepsiCo Announces Alternō as 2024 APAC Greenhouse Accelerator Winner; Program Helps Promote Sustainable Innovation in the Region

The program - in its second year in the region - aligns with PepsiCo’s sustainability strategy (pep+) and aims to inspire change in the F&B industry through collaboration and innovation. 

Alternō demonstrated its low-cost thermal energy storage solution that champions one of the three key focus areas of the Greenhouse Accelerator program - sustainable agriculture.

PepsiCo, today, unveiled Alternō as the winner of its 2024 Greenhouse Accelerator Program - APAC edition, highlighting the company's ongoing desire to help foster next-generation solutions for a more sustainable future. The Greenhouse Accelerator is an important initiative within PepsiCo’s pep+ strategy, which seeks to promote sustainability across the company’s operations. By supporting entrepreneurs across APAC, including the Philippines, who focus on reducing waste, improving food security, and addressing climate change, PepsiCo is reinforcing its efforts to work towards a sustainable food system that benefits both people and the planet.

Jollibee introduces NEW Cookies & Cream Sundae as part of Jolly Sweet Treats!

Jollibee is bringing more joy to the table with their Jolly Sweet Treats: the favorite Peach Mango Pie, mood-boosting Iced Mocha, and the NEW Cookies & Cream Sundae! Whether you're celebrating milestones or simply looking to make your favorite meals even more special, the Jolly Sweet Treats are here to sweeten your day!

The Cookies & Cream Sundae is Jollibee’s newest dessert offering, their creamy vanilla soft-serve topped with crushed OREO® cookies and indulgent chocolate shell coating, making it a sweet way to end your meal.

The Jolly Sweet Treats lineup also includes the freshly brewed Iced Mocha—the ideal pick-me-up for coffee lovers, made with 100% Arabica beans and blended with rich chocolate flavor—and the Peach Mango Pie, the classic favorite that’s oozing with a deliciously-sweet mix of real peach and mango filling packed in Jollibee’s signature sweet-salty crust.