Joy, delivered: Jollibee App gets over 1M downloads!

Jollibee is definitely bringing Joy online through the Jollibee App, with its easy-to-use and convenient features that makes ordering your favorite meals a breeze. In just a few months since the Jollibee App was launched last September 2020, the mobile app has quickly racked up to 1 million downloads to date!

To thank its loyal patrons and as a special holiday perk, Jollibee is extending its app-exclusive promo that gives customers P50 off for every P500 worth of purchase and P100 off for a minimum order of P1,000 for delivery orders. This special treat is available on the Jollibee App until December 31, 2020. Whether it’s to satisfy that craving for a Jollibee Super Meal, Jolly Spaghetti Pan, or for some mealtime family bonding over a Chickenjoy bucket, Jollibee lovers have more reasons to have their langhap-sarap favorites delivered!

Ordering through the Jollibee App is not only rewarding, but also convenient and easy to use with its user-friendly design and interface. Once downloaded, customers can create an account and save their delivery address and contact number for future orders. There’s also a store locator feature to help them find the branch that is nearest to their location. 

Here’s How Your McDonald’s Happy Meal Purchase Made A Child Happy This Holiday Season

Spread more smiles through the Happy Meal Buy 1 Share 1 Program until December 31

Preparations for the holidays are on its peak, with many of us looking forward to a time of rest and celebration, eager to leave behind the year that was and start anew. And while we may get caught up in all this holiday hustle, let’s not forget what this season is truly about— the spirit of giving. 

With 2020 coming to an end, it’s time to sit back and be grateful for coming this far. Quite a year indeed, it has shown us it takes a united community to overcome these challenges. And that is why McDonald’s has invited the Filipinos to come together and mark the end of the year with bright smiles on everyone’s faces. 

Jollibee launches the Burger Steak Family Pan

Can’t get enough of Jollibee’s Beefy-Saucy Burger Steak? Your entire family can now enjoy it with the new 6-pc. or 8-pc. Burger Steak Family Pan!

The holidays are drawing near and that means one thing: everyone’s going to have more and more feasts at home! Even with the challenges and difficulties of our current situation, Filipinos are always looking for and finding ways to enjoy good food with their loved ones.

For those looking for large family-sized platters to share this Christmas, here’s one thing to try—Jollibee’s Beefy-Saucy Burger Steak, now in a Family Pan! The new Burger Steak Family Pan comes in six or eight pieces, perfect for friends and family.

Everyone in your group of friends or family can now enjoy that 100% pure beef patty and that flavorful mushroom gravy, together!

McDonald’s brings fun and mischief with its new Minions 2 Happy Meal

Get a chance to find and take home the rare Golden Minion!

From the hit Despicable Me franchise, the world’s favorite little yellow trouble makers are back with more mischief as they arrive in the nearest McDonald’s store near you!

Adding in to the fun of the family’s holiday celebrations, McDonald’s introduces its newest set of collectibles with the Minions 2 Happy Meal. These much-anticipated toys will come in 15 new designs, with their quirky yellow charm making it hard for anyone to resist. But the fun doesn’t stop there— each Minion comes with a rare Golden Minion version, making this collection all the more special. To add to the excitement each Minion toy comes in a mystery ball capsule for that surprise unboxing moment, making the hunt for each design all more thrilling!

Ronald McDonald House Charities Ambassador Alden Richards encourages us to help more communities in need this season

Christmas is a time of gift-giving, and during these extraordinary times, it is important to be reminded that sharing to those in need is the best gift one could give. This was the message of Ronald McDonald House Charities Ambassador Alden Richards in his latest video encouraging all of us to help through McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen.

Watch and share the video: https://bit.ly/ServingKindnessThisChristmasYT

McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen was first set up in March to provide cooked meals for frontliners, volunteers and communities affected by the pandemic. With the generous support of more than 50 partners including Metrobank, Coca-Cola and HAVI logistics, the Kindness Kitchens have served more than 350,000 meals in more than 1,000 barangays, hospitals, and quarantine centers across the country.

Ajinomoto upholds sustainability efforts to serve communities

The company puts sustainability at the core of its environment-friendly business practices

Businesses play many roles in the communities they operate in. They provide livelihoods, boost the local economy, and contribute to the people’s identity. Another benefit that is often overlooked is the long-term impact of a company’s sustainable practices to the locality’s well-being.

The Ajinomoto Group envisions to contribute greater wellness for people worldwide. It utilizes its core businesses to improve people’s lives and increase the sustainability of the earth. By 2030, the company aims to reduce its environmental impact by 50% by contributing to the development of a sustainable society, mitigating climate change, helping develop a recycling-oriented society and realizing sustainability in procurement.

Enjoy even more of your favorite Jollibee Sweet Pies with the new 6 pc. To-Go Box!

Can’t get enough of your favorite Jollibee Peach Mango Pie & Buko Pie? Take home more with this box of six pies to-go!

Every Filipino passing by Jollibee for their favorite meals never leave the store without their favorite Peach Mango Pie or the new yummy Buko Pie—or both! These sweet and crispy treats make for great pasalubong for family and friends, because who doesn’t love them?

It’s a good thing, then, that you can get more Peach Mango and Buko Pies to share with everyone! That’s because Jollibee’s popular Sweet Pies now come in a convenient and delightful 6-pc. To-Go Box! It’s easier than ever to share the goodness of Buko and Peach Mango Pies with all your loved ones this holiday season!

“Our Sweet Pies have certainly been a hit with Jollibee fans, which is why we’ve come up with a way for everyone to have more of the treats they love!” said Mari Aldecoa, Jollibee Marketing Director for Complementary products. “The Sweet Pies 6-pc. To-Go Box is the best thing to bring home this season, for sure!”

Chef Tatung Sarthou and NutriAsia team up to release SIMPOL The Cookbook

Chef Myke “Tatung” Sarthou believes in everyone’s innate ability to cook. The popular celebrity chef and restaurateur lives by a tried and tested belief: anyone can cook any dish if the recipe is simple enough. It is in this spirit that Chef Tatung and NutriAsia have partnered to release SIMPOL The Cookbook, his fourth collection of recipes. 

Prior to its publication, NutriAsia has been collaborating with Chef Tatung for more than a year now, churning out exciting and easy-to-cook dishes in his popular livestream show “Eats a Hack” on Chef Tatung’s Simpol Facebook page. 

“NutriAsia is a real champion not just of Philippine cuisine but of nation building as well,” shares Chef Tatung, “With them, I have found a partner that shares my philosophy of making good food achievable for everybody in a simple, practical way.” 

“We’re incredibly happy for Chef Tatung’s milestone in SIMPOL The Cookbook,” said James Lim, Head of Corporate Marketing and Communications, “The long-time partnership between NutriAsia and Chef Tatung is a testament to our shared commitment to helping all kinds of cooks, whether they are newbies or experts, in creating masarap, masaya meals that are easy and affordable.”

It is this partnership that led to the publication of SIMPOL The Cookbook. The cookbook is packed with fuss-free recipes of timeless Filipino favorites.  Coupled with stunning food photography and additional QR codes that lead to videos of Chef Tatung demonstrating the cooking techniques of each recipe, it is a kitchen essential that is guaranteed to inspire, making it a perfect companion for any cook looking for a guide to delicious meals that can be on the table in no time at all.  

 “I really want to be known more as an author, a teacher, and an advocate. Being a chef is just a stepping stone for me to be able to do what I want to do, to understand what I want to understand,” said Chef Tatung.

Get started on making your own masarap, masaya meals at home with Chef Tatung and NutriAsia’s SIMPOL The Cookbook. Grab a copy today on Lazada, Shopee, or leading bookstores nationwide! 

Mang Inasal Take-out and Delivery Blowout runs anew from December 18 to 28, 2020

To further contribute to the Holiday vibe, Mang Inasal’s Take-out and Delivery Blowout deal makes a comeback from Dec. 18 to 28, 2020! 

The Christmas treat comes in a free Mang Inasal Palabok Family Size for every takeout or delivery of Mang Inasal Chicken Inasal Family Size Large Paa or Pecho, regular or spicy. The 4-piece Paa Large Family Size is priced starting at Php360 while the 3-piece Large Pecho Family Size is sold from Php305. 

With the blowout deal, you get to enjoy savings of as much as Php199.  

To allow more people the chance to enjoy this Takeout and Delivery Blowout, Mang Inasal customers can buy only up to a maximum of three orders of Chicken Inasal Family Size Large meals per transaction. 

The free Mang Inasal Palabok Family Size – which is good for 4 -5 people – has also been well received since its launch. This merienda staple of noodles in thick rich sauce, seasoned with chopped spring onions, slices of hard-boiled egg, chicharon bits, meaty pork and tinapa seemed to have addressed the cravings of a growing number of Mang Inasal customers. 

Jollibee presents a new family-favorite chicken dish to try at home

Jollibee launches the New Ready to Cook Garlic Pepper Marinated Chicken

Jollibee innovates with a new way to bring restaurant-quality food to Filipinos with an exciting and delicious new meal anyone can easily prepare at home. Presenting the New Jollibee Ready to Cook Garlic Pepper Marinated Chicken, a first from the Philippines’ top quick service restaurant chain.

Get ready to wow everyone at home with restaurant-quality chicken that absolutely hits the right spot. It also doesn’t take too much effort to make, which makes it perfect for those who have to balance making meals with everything else they have to do.

The New Jollibee Ready to Cook Garlic Pepper Marinated Chicken gives you the flavorful experience of a restaurant-like meal that you can quickly cook in the comfort of your own kitchen. This absolutely delicious chicken is marinated in tasty garlic pepper sauce, providing goodness that will delight the whole family and be their new favorite at home.

Spread happiness with McDonald’s Happy Meal Buy 1 Share 1 that lets you donate a book or toy to another child

Get ready to double the happiness with a feel-good holiday treat for two through the McDonald’s Happy Meal Buy 1 Share 1 program! With every Happy Meal purchased from November 27 to December 17, McDonald’s matches this with a book or toy to be donated to another child from partner beneficiaries in areas affected by the recent typhoons Rolly and Ulysses. Through this initiative, McDonald’s invites Filipinos to join in on the fun of working together to put a smile on children’s faces, and with everyone’s help, McDonald’s aims to share toys or books to one million Filipino children. 

Celebrate the season of giving with Happy Meal Buy 1 Share 1

It goes without saying that Filipinos love the holidays, with the excitement and buzz filling the air as December closes in. The thought of resting and spending time with loved ones with gifts passed around and stories shared over good food fuels the anticipation. But beyond the feast and gifts, what truly brings warmth to the holiday celebration is the spirit of giving.

Add to cart McDonald’s food and merch, now available in LazMall!

Get ready to add to cart, because you can now get your hands on McDonald’s food and merchandise through e-commerce app Lazada! Spruce up your shopping spree haul with McDonald’s treats now available in LazMall, so you can easily plan ahead for advanced bulk orders, party packages, and exclusive merchandise with ease.

Online shopping made better with McDonald’s

With more Filiipinos choosing to embrace online shopping habits, McDonald’s LazMall store was officially opened to connect more people to the brand’s exciting offers, alongside select premium merchandise that will only be available through LazMall. 

The LazMall store can be a great way to buy McDo favorites in bulk. If you want group selections, Christmas McCeleb bundles, and McDo Party Box packages, LazMall is the place to get them, so you can easily track those pre-planned deliveries. In addition, you can enjoy discounted food vouchers and your favorite bundle meals as well. 

Locally gives back to teachers on a fruit-ful World Teacher’s Day

Teachers play a very important role in the world. They have the ability to change lives for the better. The children of today are the leaders of tomorrow and teachers are critical in shaping today’s youth by inspiring them to go further and dream bigger.

Because it takes a whole lot of patience, courage, dedication to shape young minds, Locally partnered with the Department of Education (DepEd) for a deliciously fruity tribute for World Teacher’s Day last October 5. As an homage to their amazing work and tireless dedication, especially during the pandemic, more than a thousand teachers received a set of Locally Dalandan and Guava juices as delightful refreshments to help boost their immunity.

The schools who received the Locally gift sets include Pasay City West High School, St Mary’s Academy, Quezon City Polytechnic University, Manuel A. Roxas High School, Lakandula High School, St. Joseph School, Ramon Magsaysay, Jose Abad Santos High School, Parang High School, Nagpayong High School, Signal Village High School, Caloocan High School, Regina Coeli Education Foundation, Muntinlupa Science High School, Diliman Preparatory School, Araullo High School, St Anthony School, Philippine School for the Deaf, Muntinlupa High School, Pasay City East High School, as well as the City Schools Division of Pasay, Manila, Quezon City, Caloocan, Pasig, Las Pinas, and Marikina.

Jollibee announces new Caramel Popcorn Sundae Twirl

Your favorite caramel sundae just got even better as caramel popcorn tops the delicious treat!

The timeless snackable staple that made its way through Filipino households, at any time of day. This trusted and true go-to snack that became a hit because of its sweet and savory taste and addictive crunchiness. You’d have to be hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn’t love caramel popcorn.

One other delicious treat that’s an all-time hit is the Jollibee Salted Caramel Choco Sundae. This dessert has proven itself while it was available in the market, going to show that Filipinos absolutely love the flavor of caramel.

What if you could combine the two snacks to create the ultimate caramel treat?

That’s what Jollibee does with its brand-new Caramel Popcorn Sundae Twirl, which takes the goodness of everyone’s favorite caramel sundae, topping it with the familiar deliciousness and feel of caramel popcorn.

Task Force Zero Hunger Chairman Secretary Karlo Nograles introduces Pilipinas Kontra Gutom

Lahat kasali, lahat kasalo. Task Force Zero Hunger Chairman, Sec. Karlo Nograles, launches Pilipinas Kontra Gutom – a multi sectoral movement behind Task Force Zero Hunger which aims to eradicate hunger in the country. Joining him in the launch are the founding members from the private sector. Top row (from left): Task Force Zero Hunger Chair Secretary Karlo Nograles, Dole Philippines General Manager Banjo Castillo, Coca-Cola’s Director for Public Affairs and Sustainability Jonah Pernia, Johnson & Johnson Philippines President and Managing Director Raghu Krishnan. Bottom row (from left): McDonald’s Philippines President and CEO Kenneth Yang, Metrobank Chief Marketing Officer Digs Dimagiba, and San Miguel Foundation Vice Chairman and Board Trustee Cecile Ang.

McDelivery Send to Many makes hosting virtual activities easy with simultaneous deliveries

A convenient solution for your upcoming celebrations or business meetings!

McDelivery Send to Many is the new all-in-one solution for pre-booking simultaneous deliveries, ideal for convenient and hassle-free planning of online get-togethers, so that everyone can better focus on spending time creating connections over good food and good company in the safety of their homes. Whether it’s for an intimate catch up between two people, or a grand gathering with over a hundred guests, hosting online events with remote attendees nationwide will be a snap through McDelivery Send to Many.

Send to Many, and celebrate any activity virtually

From birthday parties, to hangouts with friends, to business meetings, many have shifted to bringing the celebrations online. In true Filipino culture, sharing moments are best enjoyed over a good meal, which is why McDonald’s is all set to make hosting of virtual activities easier than ever while keeping the bond strong over shared McDonald’s favorites.

Kindness Kitchen brings meals to communities affected by recent typhoon

All set to serve meals for communities affected by recent calamities. Zero Hunger Task Force Chair Secretary Karlo Nograles joins McDonald’s President & CEO Kenneth Yang and San Miguel Corporation Vice President for Corporate Affairs Kin Limchauco to serve meals for families in Bacoor, Cavite. With them are Bacoor, Cavite Mayor Lani Mercado, Barangay Kagawad Nieves Dela Cruz and Caridad Sanchez of Barangay Alima and Sineguelsan. More than 3,000 meals from the McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen are given to families and volunteers.

With the generous support of Coca-Cola, DOLE Philippines, McDonald’s, Metrobank, and San Miguel Corporation, the Kindness Kitchens are able to continuously assist communities affected by calamities. McDonald’s Kindness Kitchens were initially activated in March and have served more than 320,000 meals to frontliners and communities affected by Covid-19.

NutriAsia empowers Filipino art and creativity during pandemic

As many Filipinos spend more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some creative artists have taken the opportunity to hone their skills and artistic expression—and leading Filipino food brand NutriAsia has been at the forefront of this rise in remarkable artistry with their products, campaigns, and support of resourceful local artists.

NutriAsia’s support for the arts during the pandemic started earlier this year with the viral banana catsup art of Nueva Ecija grade 12 student Vincent Paulo. Vincent proved that artists don’t need traditional mediums to create exquisite art by producing portraits of celebrities with UFC Banana Catsup, a staple of their family’s pantry.

“UFC Banana Catsup is always what is in our kitchen and I don't like to stick to the conventional typical artworks that we see,” said Vincent. “I would recommend this because it is unique and easy to find in grocery stores.”

Ajinomoto shares kitchen tips for low-fat, flavorful cooking

In these health-conscious times, many Filipinos try to eat healthier and one of the ways they achieve it is by maintaining a low-fat diet. However, some find it unsatisfying as most low-fat meals are deemed complicated to prepare, and limited in taste and variety. Fortunately, there are ways to make low-fat diet meals that are both flavor-rich and beginner-friendly.

“Most of us think that low-fat meals are bland and unappetizing. However, low-fat cooking and diet planning can be more enjoyable than you think,” says Deborah Sales RND, Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation’s Science Communication Executive. “With the right information and tools, Filipinos can easily prepare and enjoy low-fat meals without sacrificing their flavor.”

Make way for the return of the Jollibee Champ!

Jollibee Champ makes a huge comeback with its original flavor plus two new variants to satisfy your every craving.

The Jollibee Champ is finally back! After being phased out from the menu in January this year, the classic Champ, made with 100% pure beef, 1/3 lb langhap-sarap patty, with cheese, lettuce and tomato, makes a grand return with two new exciting variants that are sure to satisfy what loyal fans have been waiting for.

Make bonding extra special just like Regine and Nate Alcasid in this new Jolly Spaghetti Ad

Experience the most joyful moments with your child with the Pinakamasarap and Pinakasulit Jolly Spaghetti! 

As parents, nothing makes you happier than wonderful and magical bonding moments with your child. That quality time you spend with them and seeing them have the time of their lives with you, go a long way in bringing you closer together—especially when their favorite treat is around, too.

Christelle Abello Launched As Ginebra San Miguel 2021 Calendar Girl

Ginebra San Miguel introduces a fresh face as its Calendar Girl for 2021. Newcomer Christelle Abello was launched as Ginebra San Miguel 2021 Calendar Girl in a virtual media event held recently. The 26-year old model based in California, USA takes the reins from Kapuso actress Sanya Lopez. 

The 2021 edition of the Ginebra San Miguel calendar is very timely as it captures today’s “new normal” at home in six (6) different layouts. With the theme “Ganado sa Bahay,” the calendars feature Christelle being “ganado,” motivated and productive even amid the COVID-19 pandemic – working from home, honing her creativity and discovering new skills, and taking care of her body and well-being.

Over 200 McDonald’s party areas transform into teachers’ work-friendly McClassroom

In celebration of National Teachers’ Month and in time for the schools opening for SY 2020-2021, McDonald’s transformed 221 of its stores’ party areas into a work-friendly McClassroom from October 9-23, 2020 for teachers to use for free - a fitting and innovative way to help teachers as they shift to distance learning. 

Supporting teachers with a work-friendly McClassroom 

As teachers adjust to distance learning, McDonald’s recognizes that not all teachers have easy access to spaces that are conducive for conducting online classes. In response to this need, McDonald’s has converted its party spaces into McClassrooms to provide teachers with clean, safe, and work-friendly learning spaces for FREE, so they can focus on delivering lessons to their students with ease. McDonald’s goal is to be able to show support to teachers, as the brand thanks and salutes them for their contribution to nation building through educating one student at a time.

Filipinos express creativity and support for local through Locally’s #LivinLovinLocal

 

The grand winner is a paper cut artwork submitted 
by Althea Monique which depicts Filipinos 
supporting local shops and goods.

If there’s one thing that’s true about the new normal, it’s that everyone needs to stick together to get through this. Standing as one and our malasakit needs to shine the most through these trying times. It’s great to see that we encounter stories of our kababayans uplifting each other up with supporting local and buying local nowadays.

It is from the same value of malasakit and bayanihan that Locally Blended Juice Drink—the first local brand of uniquely concocted drinks that come from indigenous fruits sourced from the rich and colorful Filipino soil—sought to find the most talented local artists who could also show their support and honor for our local farmers through art.

Last July, the brand put out a call for all kinds of artwork—digital, traditional, or even unconventional— through the #LivinLovinLocal Art Contest, which shows not only the drink, but also their love for the Philippines, all the beautiful things one can find in the country, and most importantly, honouring the hard work of our Filipino farmers and their produce.

McDonald’s Philippines partners with NTF for free COVID-19 testing of crew, managers

Quick service restaurant giant, McDonald’s Philippines, has partnered with the National Task Force against COVID-19 (NTF) to provide free COVID-19 RT-PCR testing for its company owned and franchised store employees in NCR as part of the company’s continuous focus on health and safety under its M Safe program. 

This partnership of NTF with McDonald’s reinforces the collaboration between the public and private sector for testing and isolation programs.  The community testing initiative aims to ensure a safe workplace for its employees and dining experience for its customers. McDonald’s has also recently committed to implement the StaySafe.ph app in its restaurants to improve contact tracing protocols. 

Ajinomoto and GMA-7 launch “Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well” web series

Promoting a healthy lifestyle at home in the new normal

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle can be challenging these days, especially with the prolonged time spent at home. It forces Filipinos to revisit the way they keep their mind and body well, including their exercises, food consumption, and social interactions. 

To help people adjust and thrive in the new normal, Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) partnered with GMA-7 to launch Eat Well, Live Well. Stay Well, a five-part online health and lifestyle series hosted by Suzi Abrera. It aims to inspire Filipinos to lead a healthy lifestyle by inviting experts to offer practical tips and give delicious and nutritious recipes, as well as fitness routines that can be easily done at home. The series airs every Friday at 8:00 P.M., beginning September 18, 2020 via the GMA Public Affairs official Facebook page.

Dingdong and Marian Dantes show the happiness of home life in their Kwentong UFC digital series

“Jose at Maria,” is a kilig-inducing story which celebrates 
the little intimate moments Dingdong and Marian 
spend together when they’re not busy working
 and taking care of the kids.

Even though life has surely changed for everyone during these extraordinary times, some things still stay the same for us to still rely on—things like the love of our family, and our favorite foods. Without these, life would definitely be tougher to get through right now.

One such reliable favorite is beloved NutriAsia brand UFC, trusted by generations of Filipino families. UFC knows what it’s like to share love and happiness with the family at home for 50 years and counting, which is why it celebrated its golden anniversary by tapping Pinoy showbiz power couple Dingdong and Marian Dantes for its Kwentong UFC digital video series.

George T. Yang shares the love with frontliners on the anniversary of McDonald’s in the Philippines: ‘Sarap ‘pag nandito ka, salamat nandito ka’

In September 1981, McDonald’s opened its first store in the Philippines in Morayta, Manila. Almost 40 years later, the Golden Arches has become part of the lives of Filipinos, with thousands of directly hired employees serving customers McDonald’s world-famous menu items, as well as local favorites in over 600 restaurants nationwide.

Recognizing the malasakit of the company’s employees to serve customers and the community amid the pandemic, McDonald’s Philippines Chairman and Founder, Dr. George T. Yang expressed his gratitude through a short music video (https://bit.ly/3kEULU7)

Known for his singing prowess, particularly for classical music, Dr. Yang sang a few lines dedicated to their own employees, and all healthcare workers, as a montage of photos appeared of McDonald’s frontliners working tirelessly to serve Filipinos during these challenging times.

Jollibee implements topnotch sanitation, safety standards across its Drive-thru, Take Out, Delivery, and Dine-in services

For over 40 years now, Jollibee has consistently been setting the norm in the quick service restaurant industry when it comes to the strictest standards in food safety and sanitation. From the sourcing of raw materials to food storage, preparation and handling, the brand has always made it a priority to ensure the health and well-being of its customers. With the changing demands of the new normal and shift in consumer habits, Jollibee is quick to adapt by implementing even stricter safety measures in all its branches, not just for dine-in but also for delivery, take out, and drive-thru.

Delivering Joy safely 

Jollibee is giving people more ways to grab their Jollibee favorites faster and more conveniently with its recently launched Jollibee App, which customers can also use aside from the #87000 hotline and delivery website www.JollibeeDelivery.com.

Strict safety and cleanliness measures are implemented starting from food preparations, with the Jollibee crew wearing the prescribed PPEs, including face masks, face shield, and hand gloves. Their face shields are disinfected every four (4) hours or every after break, while face masks and hand gloves are changed every 30 minutes. The store crew’s temperature is also checked three times – before, mid, and after shift – to ensure they are fit to work.

Allowing customers to have peace of mind as they avail of their deliveries, Jollibee makes certain that all delivery bags are sanitized with every transaction. The paper bags that customers receive also include the Jollibee safety seal, along with a delivery slip indicating the body temperature of the store crew and delivery rider who handled their food.

During delivery, riders wear the proper safety gear and practice physical distancing and No-touch transactions for added safety. Customers can claim their orders on top of the delivery bag and observe a 2-meter distance from the rider. Should the delivery location be in a building, customers can receive their orders and pay at the lobby.

Joy from the store to your home

In Jollibee’s over 1,000 stores nationwide, the brand takes extra steps to ensure the safety of both its store team and customers. Customers are required to wear face masks, step on the disinfectant mat and undergo temperature checks to enter. Jollibee ensures that all customers who will enter the store have face shields if it is required by a particular LGU or commercial establishment. For dine-in customers, they are asked to fill-out the Customer Health Form to facilitate contact tracing. 

To keep the number of people inside the stores within the allowed capacity, each branch issues sanitized queue numbers to customers. Aside from limiting store capacity, this also helps enforce proper physical distancing among those who are inside Jollibee stores.

A separate take out counter for ordering and claiming is also set up, with counter guards installed to minimize exposure between store crew members and customers.

The same stringent safety measures also apply in Jollibee drive-thru transactions. Customers can feel safe as they order their favorite Jollibee meals inside their vehicles, as all stores practice No-touch transactions where customers claim their orders from a tray and place their payment in sanitized cash containers, or go with any of the contactless payment options: Happyplus card, debit or credit card, or PayMaya. For select stores, ordering and claiming windows also have acrylic drive-thru guards for added protection.

Joyful and safe dining

Jollibee has intensified the sanitation of its wares by adding extra cleaning steps in its dishwashing procedure. High-touch point surfaces in stores, including doors, handles, and knobs, are disinfected every 30 minutes. Solid surfaces as well as other areas with possible customer contact are cleaned every hour.

Regular hand sanitation is also a must for all employees. Jollibee provides its team with “Safe To and From the Store Guidelines”. This includes transportation arrangements, strict use and proper handling of masks, and filling out a Daily Health watch and store team tracker for contact tracing even among employees.

Jollibee also ensures that all its branches are compliant with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) requirements on indoor air quality and ventilation. The standard ventilation design for all stores follow internationally recognized standards of ASHRAE 62.1 which pertains to Ventilation for Indoor Air Quality. In adherence to these standards, Jollibee’s current ventilation system design provides sufficient air changes per hour. Air quality is also enhanced through the installation of particulate filtration and air purifiers where required.

“At Jollibee, safety remains to be our top priority. We will continue to bring the highest quality of service to our customers, implementing the best safety and sanitation  practices to ensure we provide safe and great-tasting meals in all our distribution channels,” said Francis E. Flores, ‎Jollibee Global Brand CMO, JFC Philippines Country Business Group and concurrent PH Marketing Head.

As quarantine measures ease at certain areas, Jollibee continues to serve Filipinos in a safe and joyful way. Enjoy your favorite treats from Jollibee by visiting any of the  Jollibee stores nationwide, or logging in at www.JollibeeDelivery.com, Jollibee App, or calling the #87000 hotline.

McDonald’s strengthens safety protocols in stores, to activate StaySafe App for contact tracing

McDonald’s Philippines President and CEO, Kenneth Yang, supports the IATF-EID’s efforts on contact tracing as McDonald’s stores around the country will be employing the StaySafe app

Reinforcing its commitment towards safety, McDonald’s Philippines will be adapting a more innovative means for contact tracing through the use of the StaySafe.PH app in its stores. This is in support of the platform launched and spearheaded by the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) and the National Task Force (NTF) Against COVID-19.

Silver Swan’s #SwanderfulMoves dance craze gets 22 Million views on Tiktok

Silver Swan’s first foray into Tiktok proved to be a success as it raked in millions of views and kickstarted a new dance craze.

At the height of the quarantine, two home activities became huge trends among Filipinos on social media--cooking/baking and dancing on Tiktok. From must-try bread recipes to bopping to the latest dance hits, people proudly and happily posted about their newfound hobbies as a way of coping with the pandemic.

REBISCO aids DepEd on continued learning during the pandemic

Keeping the Filipino bayanihan spirit alive, the Republic Biscuit Corporation (REBISCO) recently launched new programs to aid the continued education of school children during the pandemic. As the Department of Education (DepEd) pushes for online learning at home to curb the spread of the virus, REBISCO has come up with a series of learning materials in various formats that both educators and students can use.

Jollibee Opens First Cloud Kitchen in Singapore

Adapting to the needs of its customers in the  changing business environment, the Jollibee Group opened its first cloud kitchen in  Singapore today, August 10, 2020, for its Jollibee brand. Cloud kitchens are unmarked  food production and delivery hubs without any dine-in facility in discreet and lower rent  urban locations.

The opening of Jollibee Singapore’s inaugural cloud kitchen comes as demand for its  food delivery continues to grow significantly. The business contribution of Jollibee  Singapore’s Delivery has more than quadrupled compared to last year – from 10% in  2019 to 45% in 2020.

“As cloud kitchens roll out, we will be able to reach more consumers and fulfill more  orders. The Jollibee Group is able to expand more quickly and cost-efficiently through this  innovative store model, while maintaining the same safety and quality standards of our  food,” said Ernesto Tanmantiong, Chief Executive Officer of the Jollibee Group.

McDonald’s continues to re-assure customers with its safety protocols

McDonald's reassures customers that best systems
are in place for everyone's safety in its stores.

The fast food giant ensures superior heating, ventilation, and air conditioning facilities for customer and employee safety 

As the country adapts to the new normal, McDonald’s Philippines continues to re-assure its customers of its steadfast commitment to safety through its protocols and facilities. 

Quality, service, safety, cleanliness and value have always been inherent in McDonald’s operating culture. Aside from complying with government guidelines, the company leverages on global standards on safety to better protect its people and safely serve its customers. 

This Grade 12 artist can make awesome artworks with banana catsup

Artist Vincent Dwight Paulo received various NutriAsia products
which the family can enjoy both for cooking and creating unique artwork

When hard times strike and traditional resources are out of reach, the most creative of us can find ingenious ways to make one-of-a-kind works of art.

This is especially true for Filipinos—and no one proves our resourcefulness and creativity more than this amazing Grade 12 artist, who didn’t need paint or pencils to create artwork. No, Vincent Dwight Paulo from Nueva Ecija uses banana catsup to draw portraits of famous personalities while staying at home during the community quarantine.

While he first started with a catsup portrait back in 2018, it was during the quarantine when he really started honing this unique art skill. “I really engaged myself in doing catsup art since school and art supplies shops were closed,” said Vincent. “I was running out of materials, so I used catsup instead.”

Get Your McDonald’s Favorites with FREE Delivery Fee!

A great McDelivery deal for orders starting at Php200 

Doubling down on its mission to bring feel-good moments to more Filipinos, McDonald’s continues to find ways to make our favorites more accessible than ever. 

This August, there will be more reason to order food via McDelivery because McDonald’s is officially offering FREE delivery fee for orders Php200 and above. With convenience and value for money now a top priority, making the most out of every purchase is a must. And with this month’s FREE delivery fee promo, you can add more to your cart without worrying about additional charges. Enjoying your McDo favorites in the comforts of your home has never been this safer, easier, and within reach with sulit deliveries. Promo runs until August 31, so make sure to catch it while it lasts. 

Say hello to RIA, Red Ribbon’s smart and friendly Messenger-based ordering service crew

Bianca Gonzalez-Intal talks about Red Ribbon's handy online
ordering service that allows customers to order their
favorite Red Ribbon products conveniently
and safely through Facebook Messenger.

As families mark special moments from the comfort of their homes these days—birthdays, anniversaries, graduations—one thing remains constant: a Red Ribbon cake or pastry! Knowing how much these celebrations mean the world to everyone, and in their desire to fulfill their commitment towards customer safety and satisfaction, Red Ribbon proudly introduces RIA –the brand’s smart and friendly online service crew who will assist customers in ordering their favorite Red Ribbon cakes and pastries via Facebook Messenger.

“At Red Ribbon, we are constantly seeking ways for our customers to conveniently and safely enjoy our products especially during these times,” says Red Ribbon Marketing Head Kent Mariano. “In introducing RIA, we immediately thought of making her available on Messenger, which is widely-used and easy to access. What’s more, our customers can chat with RIA wherever they may be through their mobile device.”

Quick and easy Swiss Miss recipes you can try at home!

While it can be a challenge for some, making desserts can be fun especially when you follow simple recipes and use ingredients that you can find at home.

For your next dessert project, you can try these easy-to-make treats using Swiss Miss:

A cold, sweet fix with Swiss Miss Ice

Satisfy your chocolate craving by making Swiss Miss Ice. Just dissolve a pack of Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate or Milk Chocolate in 180ml of warm water, and pour it into an ice tray. Freeze for at least 3 hours. Put the Swiss Miss ice cubes in a glass, pour a milk of your choice, and enjoy a rich chocolate drink for a movie night.

Check out the full recipe here.

Bring home the celebration with the new Mcdo Party Box!

Your McDonald’s favorites plus party amenities in one box for hassle-free party planning

Celebrate the family’s milestones with an exciting party to remember - even right in the comforts of your home! Party planning is now easier than ever with the accessible, hassle-free, and convenient way of setting up a celebration whenever and wherever with the all-in-one McDo Party Box, now available for as low as Php 1,699. The McDo Party Box is complete with food and party amenities for the whole family to enjoy moments and milestones worth cherishing, plus it does not require advance ordering or pre-booking, so you can easily get your party essentials in a snap via the McDelivery App, website, Drive-thru, Take-out and Pick-up!

Give dad an all-star surprise with Dairy Queen's limited-edition Father's Day Basketball Ice Cream Cake

Honor the whole family’s all-star this Father’s Day with Dairy Queen’s latest treat.

Exclusive until June 22, Dairy Queen is offering a limited edition, basketball-designed ice cream cake made especially for dads. Starting at P799, you can pick-up the cake from any Dairy Queen store or have it delivered to your home through GrabFood,FoodPanda, LalaFood, or their new delivery hotline 8911-11-11.

“Make dad feel extra special with Dairy Queen’s limited-edition ice cream cake. With its fun basketball design, we’re sure that basketball dads will find this treat extra special,” Angela Cruz, Marketing Manager for Dairy Queen said.

For more information about this offer and to keep updated about Dairy Queen follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Sweet & Strong Red Ribbon Dads: Paul, Doug, and Drew talk about fatherhood during quarantine

It doesn’t come as a surprise that many people rely on the strength of their fathers as the heads of the family.  Some fathers may be goofy, and some may be quiet, but one thing is for sure – dads have that natural ability to bring out the warmest smiles and unyielding courage in everybody within the family. 

And as we navigate through this trying time, we see our dads carrying on and exhibiting incomparable strength. While their guidance has allowed everyone to remain safe, their sweetness and lighthearted humor have kept the family hopeful and optimistic.

Make it Uniquely Yours at Mondelez Philippines Show your true colors at an open and inclusive workplace

During these trying times, it’s important to know you have the support of your loved ones and friends. Life can be challenging in this current environment. That’s why knowing that you can be who you are and still count on the support of the people in your life is not only comforting. It can give you the strength and courage to get through anything. 

The same applies in our 2nd home – our workplace. Even now as most people continue to work from home, our work takes up a lot of hours in our days. Even without the physical environment of an office, feeling supported and welcomed for your talents and skills is an asset of a workplace. One that empowers people to be their best and be driven to create a future with the Company. 

Glenfiddich partners with Whisky Auctioneer to raise funds for the Speyside community

Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky, is releasing an exclusive limited edition whisky to raise funds to support the Speyside community - the heart of the world’s largest whisky producing region. Glenfiddich will produce 450 bottles of Glenfiddich 2007 (Cask No. 25427) Spirit of Speyside Distillery Edition 2020, hand-selected by Malt Master Brian Kinsman. Bottles will be auctioned on whiskyauctioneer.com from Wednesday 17th to Monday 22nd June 2020, with all proceeds going to local Speyside causes and those most affected by COVID-19. 

McDonald’s elevates commitment to quality, safety and cleanliness; launches new M Safe video

As the country continues to follow quarantine guidelines and people continue to adapt to new behaviors, McDonald’s Philippines has been taking strides in ensuring the safety of their customers, while prioritizing the health and safety of their employees.

In a recently released M Safe video, McDonald’s demonstrates how they are taking extra steps to protect the safety of the people who handle, serve, and deliver food to ensure the safety of its customers.

McDonald’s elevates commitment to quality, safety and cleanliness to welcome back dine-in customers

As the country continues to follow quarantine guidelines and people continue to adapt to new behaviors, McDonald’s Philippines has been taking strides in ensuring the safety of their customers, while prioritizing the health and safety of their employees. 

With the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) eyeing resumption of dine-in for more restaurants by June 15, McDonald’s has elevated its standards and measures for people safety, sanitation and cleanliness for its customers and employees, as well as for food safety.

“Quality, service, value and cleanliness have always been integral parts of McDonald's culture. These have guided us throughout the years of providing delicious food and feel good moments for Filipino communities. Now that we welcome everyone back to our stores for dine-in, we make sure to leverage this constant commitment as we elevate and strengthen our existing measures for the uncompromised safety of our people and our customers,” says Kenneth S. Yang, President and Chief Executive Officer of McDonald’s Philippines.

Collect all Trolls World Tour toys and Happy Meal Readers books for as low as Php35 each with NEW Add-On Promos

Get ready for more family fun and enjoy exciting bonding moments over play time with McDonald’s all-new Trolls World Tour toys and Happy Meal Readers books. Now available as a Happy Meal or McShare Box add-on for as low as php35 each!

Join in on the fun of the Trolls World Tour

It’s an explosion of colorful hair and unending fun as our favorite little creatures return! If you loved the last Trolls movie, then you’ll surely love McDonald’s new Trolls World Tour toys with every Happy Meal. Kids can choose from over ten (10) playful and colorful characters like the fierce and lovable Poppy, the blue gentle giant Biggie with Mr. Dinkles, and many more!