Jollibee Named Best Quick Service Restaurant at Hong Kong’s Foodie Forks 2026

Joyful win. Jollibee Hong Kong recognized as Best Quick Service Restaurant at Foodie Forks 2026, a celebration of Hong Kong’s restaurants, bars, cafés, chefs, and dining community. Shown in photo (from left to right): Adien Tsoi, Senior Media Editor, Foodie; Charmaine Leung, Senior Manager, Digital Commerce & Brand Marketing, Jollibee Hong Kong; Rose Lam, Managing Director, Jollibee Hong Kong; Sindy Wong, Head of Consumer and Hospitality, Invest Hong Kong; Rubin Verebes, Managing Editor, Foodie

Jollibee Hong Kong was named Best Quick Service Restaurant at Foodie Forks 2026, the 12th edition of Foodie’s restaurant and bar awards celebrating Hong Kong’s dining and hospitality community.

Viral Grocery ‘Hacks’ Take Over PH Social Media as pandamart Deals Gain Buzz

From Threads to Reddit, budget-conscious Filipinos are turning to pandamart for up to 50% off essentials and upcoming piso sale

From Threads posts highlighting sulit grocery finds to Reddit communities trading practical financial tips, more Filipinos are sharing digital “hacks” to help stretch household budgets. Among the deals gaining traction online are pandamart’s grocery promos, which users have been sharing as cost-effective ways to save on everyday essentials.

“Nag-trend na bigla tong pandamart dito sa Threads ngayong week & honestly in this economy? Sulit to!” one Threads user wrote online, while another posted, “This isn’t just a trend, this promo is a lifesaver in this economy!” after sharing a discounted pandamart grocery haul.

Small Sips, Big Shifts: How Filipino Vitalisers Are Turning Ordinary Pauses Into Zest Moments

Mornings today rarely ease you in. They begin with alarms that feel too early, inboxes already filling up, and to-do lists that seem to stretch endlessly. For many Filipinos, especially young professionals and students, this pace has morning and midday slumps feel like part of the routine.

But instead of simply pushing through midday slumps, a growing number are turning to small, intentional rituals to reset their mood and regain momentum. Simple pleasures like enjoying a zesty glass of Minute Maid Nutri+ are becoming part of how people reclaim their day, one moment at a time.

For this generation of vitalisers, wellness now comes in the form of smaller, more human-sized terms that are actually doable. No more lifestyle overhauls. Instead, small rituals like quick walk breaks or a few minutes of journaling is all they need to create space and regain a sense of control in otherwise packed schedules.

Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines Supports General Santos City Waste Workers Through Project E-REDUCE

General Santos City, Philippines– Since 2018, Project E-REDUCE has worked alongside communities in General Santos City to support a more structured and inclusive approach to managing household waste. The program is supported by the Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines Inc. (CCFPI) in partnership with Sarangani Province Empowerment and Community Transformation Forum Inc. (SPECTRUM), and implemented with local government units, civil society groups, and grassroots organizations. 

The initiative focuses on strengthening local waste systems while improving working conditions for informal waste workers who play a critical role in daily waste collection and recovery.

Inside World Class — Raising the Standard for Filipino Bartending

For many Filipinos, bartending is often viewed as a profession centered on making drinks and serving guests. What many do not realize is that behind every great cocktail is a craft that demands precision, creativity, hospitality, storytelling, and years of discipline behind the bar.

For more than a decade, one global platform has helped raise the standards of the profession and develop some of the industry's most respected talents: Diageo World Class.

Run under the Diageo Bar Academy, Diageo World Class is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious bartending competitions and education platforms in the world. The Diageo Bar Academy serves as Diageo's global bartender education program, providing training, resources, and professional development opportunities to hospitality professionals across the globe.

Love languages of fatherhood served with Ihaw-Sarap and Unli-Saya!

How Filipino dads show they care with Mang Inasal grilled favorites

Fatherhood is often expressed not through grand declarations, but through quiet, everyday gestures. For many Filipino dads, love looks like picking up the kids from school despite a long workday, bringing home food for the family, fixing things around the house, or simply making time to share a meal. While they may not always say “I love you” out loud, their actions often speak louder than words.

This Father’s Day, Mang Inasal celebrates the many ways fathers express their love—from quality time and acts of service to shared experiences that bring families closer together. 

Quality time and words of affirmation: Conversations served at the table

Jollibee Group Reinforces Global Quality Practices to Support Growth

As World Food Safety Day is observed globally on June 7, the Jollibee Group reaffirmed the critical role of food safety and quality in supporting sustainable growth, operational excellence, and consumer trust across its global business.

As the Group serves millions of meals daily across an expanding global footprint, one principle remains non-negotiable: Food safety and Quality always come first.  They are the foundation for delivering superior taste with consistency and for sustaining consumer trust- enabling disciplined growth while protecting the integrity of every brand.

Jollibee puts the spotlight on Chickenjoy Sarap Savers

Jollibee, the country’s no. 1 fast food chain, is offering additional affordable meal options under its Chickenjoy line as more Filipinos look for meals that balance taste, serving size, and affordability.

The new Chickenjoy Sarap Savers offer the brand’s iconic fried chicken known for its crispy skin and juicy meat as part of complete meals, with prices starting at ₱99.

“At a time when people are being more careful with how they spend, we want to make sure they can still enjoy Chickenjoy in a meal that is filling and worth the price,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. “Chickenjoy Sarap Savers give customers more practical choices without changing the taste they know and love. Totoong ang pinakamasarap, pinasulit pa (It’s true that the most delicious is now made even more worth it.)”

Celebrating the Art of Seafood

Throughout his extensive global culinary career, Chef Oliver "Oli" Buenviaje, who lists Sorsogon, Bicol as his place of birth, has been associated with Michelin multi-starred seafood restaurants of impeccable quality and renown. So it comes as no surprise that his homecoming to the Philippines would entail the modernizing and upgrade of the ‘dampa’ dining concept. Set to open its doors in August 2026 at Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City; Seafood 8 by Olio’s promises to be game-changer, elevating how fresh seafood can be enjoyed in our dining landscape. 

Dampa is the original ‘market to table’ food experience, where you select and buy raw, fresh seafood, as one would in a traditional wet market; and then have on-site kitchens prepare and cook the dishes according to your liking. Seafood 8 will elevate this concept, and bring the ‘dampa’ to the Mall, where the crowds are on a regular basis, all days of the week. 

Coca-Cola Philippines Wins Dual Honors at Synergy-YouGov Awards, Topping Trust and Value Rankings Among Filipino Consumers

Coca-Cola Philippines receives the company’s awards during the Synergy-YouGov Awards night in Bonifacio Global City.

Coca-Cola Philippines received two recognitions at the Synergy-YouGov Awards held on April 24, 2026, securing the #1 spot in Net Reputation among Sustainability Advocates and emerging as the #1 Most Improved in Net Perceived Value in the Non-Alcoholic Beverages sector.

The accolades underscore Coca-Cola Philippines’ position as a trusted and relevant brand in the country built on consistent actions, strong community connections, and a focus on delivering quality and value in everyday moments.

Summer, Unscripted: Sprite Brings a Refreshing Take on the Filipino Summer

Ice-cold Sprites are the perfect summer drink for a Gen Z Filipino summer

Summer in the Philippines has always carried a distinct rhythm, longer days, relentless heat, and daily moments shaped as much by the streets as by the destination. This season, Sprite is showing up where those moments happen most, bringing refreshment to everyday summer experiences as Filipino youth redefine how they live the season.

While summer was once synonymous with beach trips and long vacations, today’s generation is meaning in moments in between: everyday experiences that feel real, familiar and worth sharing. In these settings, Sprite has remained a natural presence, offering an ice-cold break from the heat during moments that unfold unscripted.

DaVinci Gourmet Names Winner of Asia Pacific Barista Craft Championship Regionals 2025–26

The theme “Espresso Your Flavour” comes to life in Singapore as top baristas from across the region compete for a place on the world stage

The Moment of Victory: Hasting Ng accepts the first-place trophy and grand prize from Eloise Dubuisson, General Manager, Food Service Brands, Kerry Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, at the DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship APAC competition.

Hasting Ng from Hong Kong has been crowned the Asia Pacific champion of the DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2025–26, securing his place at the Global Final in World of Coffee, Bangkok, Thailand, on 9 May 2026.

Jollibee Group earns 3G Sustainability Reporting Award for Second Straight Year; Bags First Championship Award for Service Excellence

Caption: Jollibee Group Global Chief Marketing Officer David Beal (middle) received the Excellence in Sustainability Reporting Award and the Championship Award for Service Excellence in Singapore on April 28. Presenting the awards were Dr. Humayon Dar, Chairman of the Global Good Governance Program, and Her Excellency Noor Qamar Binti Haji Sulaiman, High Commissioner of Brunei Darussalam to Singapore.

The Jollibee Group has received the 3G Excellence in Sustainability Reporting Award 2026, marking the second consecutive year that the company has been recognized for its sustainability reporting efforts.