Coca-Cola Philippines and Partners Help Empower 2,000 Women Entrepreneurs Through iSTAR Program

The Negros Women for Tomorrow Foundation (NWTF), a long-time partner of Coca-Cola Philippines, hosted the first-ever Hybrid Mass Graduation Ceremony for the iSTAR Program in Bacolod, Negros Occidental on February 1, 2025. This milestone aligns with Coca-Cola Philippines’ commitment to economic empowerment, particularly for women in grassroots communities.

The graduation ceremony brought together 2,000 graduates who joined in person or virtually, and reinforced the program’s role in uplifting women entrepreneurs nationwide.

This marked a major achievement for the iSTAR Program in Western Visayas, particularly in Region VI, highlighting its role in equipping entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build and sustain their businesses.

Jollibee Kicks Off Summer Saya Treats – Bringing Extra Joy to Every Summer Adventure!

Summer is here, and that means more time for fun, travel, and bonding with loved ones! Whether it’s hitting the beach, going on a road trip, or simply enjoying the season’s laid-back vibes, there’s no better way to make summer extra special than with delicious treats and exciting offers.

That’s why Jollibee is making the season even jollier with its biggest summer campaign yet— the Summer Saya Treats!

This campaign is all about celebrating the extra saya that comes with spending summer with family and friends, made even more enjoyable with Jollibee’s exciting lineup of sulit offers, promos, and exclusive treats designed to match every adventure.

Enjoy the Summer Saya Treats and Exciting Deals!

Kicking off Summer Saya Treats, Jollibee is rolling out a series of sulit offers and must-try deals that will bring even more joy to your favorite summer activities:

Mang Inasal declares March 30 as ‘National Halo-Halo Blowout’ Day

Summer just got sweeter! Mang Inasal is making March 30 extra special with a one-day National Halo-Halo Blowout to celebrate the country’s favorite summer dessert.

This Sunday, customers can enjoy the Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Small Size for only ₱39, saving ₱31 when ordering for dine-in or takeout at any Mang Inasal branch nationwide.

"Mang Inasal is proud to be the country’s Halo-Halo destination, where families and friends come together to enjoy the creamiest, most flavorful summer treat," said Mang Inasal President Mike V. Castro. "And this summer, we want all our customers to enjoy the Mang Inasal National Halo-Halo Blowout with their loved ones and experience the Unli-Saya that only Mang Inasal can bring!"

After the dine-in and takeout edition, Mang Inasal’s National Halo-Halo Blowout continues with a delivery-exclusive offer on April 6. Customers can get the Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Small for just ₱49 through the Mang Inasal Delivery app, website (https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph), GrabFood, and foodpanda.

Davao Sizzles as Red Bull Dance Your Style Crowns First Finalist at Regional Qualifier

Davao’s dance scene was ablaze at the Red Bull Dance Your Style regional qualifier last March 22 at Club Echelon. The competition brought together a thrilling lineup of Davao’s best dancers, all competing for a spot at the Red Bull Dance Your Style National Finals.

Red Bull Dance Your Style, a unique global 1-on-1 street dance competition, has proven once again why it is one of the most exciting street dance events. The competition celebrated Davao’s diverse dance culture and offered a platform for local dance talents to showcase their skills and creativity. From hip-hop and house, to waacking and popping and locking, the dance floor was alive with explosive energy as participants battled for supremacy.

The competition’s battle format, where the crowd decides the winner, added an extra layer of excitement to the competition. It made every dancer’s move and musical interpretation crucial.

Philippine Coffee Expo 2025 Aims to Chart New Frontiers

The Philippine Coffee Expo will back this year with something more exciting and enticing like a good cup of coffee. Set to open to the public on May 9-11 at One Ayala, it also brings the partnership with the Philippine Coffee Guild, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Department of Agriculture (DA), and the Barista Coffee Academy Asia set to highlight Pinoy coffee culture and rising brands and farms for this year's expo.

With last year’s success, the organizers are putting together the expo in its second home, in the heart of Makati CBD, Space by One Ayala. The momentous gathering will serve as the culminating program for the Philippine Coffee Quality Competition wherein the winning farmers shall be recognized and awarded.

The PCQC is an annual event designed to identify and promote the best quality coffees in the country to domestic and international markets; benefit producers, market actors, and consumers. Its purpose is to identify and recognize the nation's best specialty coffees to motivate producers to improve their coffee quality and market access as these coffees are made known to specialty buyers through the competition results and subsequent auctions.

No meat? No problem! Try Pizza Hut’s new Kreamy Kani Supreme Pizza

If you’re looking for a flavorful meat-free option this Lenten season, then you’re in luck, because Pizza Hut has whipped up a brand-new pizza creation that features the savory sweetness of kani complemented by a blend of fresh vegetables and a rich and creamy sauce, available for a limited time only!

Savor the umami-bursting allure of kani with the new Kreamy Kani Supreme Pizza (starts at P559 for Regular), made with premium kani chunks, green bell peppers, white onion, black olives, mushrooms, and creamy kani balls, all resting on a bed of creamy garlic sauce and mozzarella cheese, which is then drizzled with sweet chili sauce.

Refresh Your Summer with Jollibee’s Summer Delights

The summer heat is on, but the fun is just beginning! Jollibee is here to make this season sweeter, cooler, and more refreshing with its newest lineup of Summer Delights: the NEW Mango Jelly Sundae, the Cookies & Cream Sundae, and the Iced Mocha Float. Made to brighten your mood and keep you refreshed despite the high temperature; these treats are the perfect companions for summer.

Your Must-Have Summer Essentials

Whether you’re heading to the beach, planning a road trip with friends, or simply taking a break from a busy workday, Jollibee’s Summer Delights bring the joy of the season to every moment. The NEW Mango Jelly Sundae offers a tropical escape with creamy vanilla soft serve ice cream topped with real mango fruits and layered with chewy jelly for a burst of summer flavor. For chocolate lovers, the Cookies & Cream Sundae blends rich, indulgent chocolate coating with crunchy crushed OREO® cookies to create a sweet, overloaded with satisfying toppings for the classic Jollibee Vanilla softserve. Need an energizing pick-me-up? The Iced Mocha Float is freshly brewed, made from 100% Arabica Beans, and combines the boldness of coffee and the rich chocolate flavor with the creaminess of vanilla ice cream, making it the perfect way to recharge on a hot day.

Mang Inasal, Fyang Smith go viral as new Halo-Halo video hits 2M views in just 7 hours

Mang Inasal’s Extra Creamy Halo-Halo music video, featuring Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11 Big Winner Fyang Smith, became an instant hit on March 17, trending No. 1 on X (formerly Twitter) and reaching two million organic views in just seven hours across multiple platforms.

The video showcases Fyang joyfully dancing to the CreamyYESS Extra Creamy Halo-Halo jingle, earning praise from online viewers who loved both her refreshing energy and Mang Inasal’s iconic summer treat. Meanwhile, on Facebook, "Mang Inasal," "Mang Inasal Halo-Halo," and "Mang Inasal Fyang" trended throughout the day as netizens eagerly discussed Fyang’s debut television commercial.

The Sustainable European Dairy from Ireland trade seminar, held in Manila, wraps up three years of promotional campaign in the Philippines

Bord Bia - The Irish food board hosted the Sustainable European Dairy from Ireland trade seminar marking the end of the three-year promotional campaign In the region. The campaign, has helped grow awareness of European Dairy from Ireland as a supplier of sustainable dairy products in the region, has seen a strong Interest from the Philippines over the past three years. The seminar, opened by H.E Emma Hickey, Ambassador of Ireland to the Philippines welcomed over 50 key representatives from the Philippine Dairy industry with interest in European Dairy from Ireland. During her welcome remarks, Ambassador Hickey noted that the European dairy from Ireland campaign has offered an excellent opportunity to strengthen links with Europe, Ireland and the Philippines dairy industries, and underscored the desire to continue building on these relationships in the future. 

Philippine Coffee Expo 2025 aims to chart new frontiers

The annual Philippine Coffee Expo will return on May 9-11 this year at One Ayala with its theme Charting New Frontiers. The Philippine Coffee Guild, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Department of Agriculture (DA), and the Barista Coffee Academy Asia compose the organizing body of this event.

With last year’s success, the organizers are putting together the expo in its second home, in the heart of Makati CBD, Space by One Ayala. The momentous gathering will serve as the culminating program for the Philippine Coffee Quality Competition wherein the winning farmers shall be recognized and awarded.

The PCQC is an annual event designed to identify and promote the best quality coffees in the country to domestic and international markets; benefit producers, market actors, and consumers. Its purpose is to identify and recognize the nation's best specialty coffees to motivate producers to improve their coffee quality and market access as these coffees are made known to specialty buyers through the competition results and subsequent auctions.

Mang Inasal and Spartan Race PH join forces to power champions this 2025

Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, is stepping up as an event partner of Spartan Race Philippines, the world’s premier obstacle course race. This partnership unites two brands that celebrate resilience, determination, and the pursuit of greatness.

As Spartans power through mud, fire, and grueling obstacles, Mang Inasal fuels their journey with flavorful, high-protein meals like its signature Chicken Inasal and Pork BBQ. These deliciously grilled favorites provide the strength to recover, recharge, and push toward victory.

So Meaty, So Saucy, So Sulit: Jollibee’s New Chicken Fillet Meals Deliver Big Flavor, Bigger Value

Jollibee is giving Filipinos more reasons to enjoy their everyday meals with the launch of the all-new Jollibee Chicken Fillet—an affordable, sulit-sarap meal that delivers Saucy, Meaty Sarap like never before! Starting at just ₱69, this latest offering features meaty, tender, chicken fillet slices paired with two rich, delicious sauce options:

Pepper Cream – Rich, creamy sauce with a peppery kick,s making each spoonful taste irresistibly satisfying.

Tomato 'n Cheese – Savory tomato sauce with soft, chewy Mozzarella cheese bits, creating a comforting, full flavor in every bite.

The new Chicken Fillet meals are perfectly complemented by their signature sauces, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor. Whether you’re a fan of that savory tomato taste or find yourself craving for creamy, peppery flavors, there’s a Chicken Fillet meal perfect for you. With generous servings of meaty goodness and sauce-sulit satisfaction, Jollibee Chicken Fillet proves that great taste doesn’t have to come at a high price.

Mang Inasal blooms at the 2025 Panagbenga Festival

Mang Inasal, in partnership with the Department of Tourism, brought its “Love the Flavors, Love the Philippines” campaign to the heart of Baguio for the 2025 Panagbenga Festival. The month-long festival, famous for its vibrant parades and rich cultural display, provided the perfect backdrop for Mang Inasal to highlight its beloved offerings that bring people together over great food.

Following successful runs at Sinulog and Dinagyang, Mang Inasal made its mark at Panagbenga with a series of Unli-Saya (unlimited fun) events, creating unforgettable experiences for both locals and tourists alike.