Mekeni strengthens promotion of local heritage

Photo shows (L-R) Pampanga Press Club President Noel Tulabut, Mekeni AVP for Marketing Kathlene Gomez-Schultz, Mekeni AVP for HR and Export Marilou Uy, Consul General Elmer Cato, Mekeni President Prudencio S. Garcia, and Skills Simplified CEO Francis Miranda at the Gawad Alab ng Lahi event held at Whitby Hotel, New York (Photo credit: Troi Santos, CNN Philippines).

Mekeni Food Corporation, one of the country’s biggest food manufacturing companies, is further solidifying its commitment to promoting local heritage not just in the country but in the US.

Looking for a tipid merienda hack? Create your own affordable 2-pc snack combos at McDonald’s!

Whether you’re an employee facing petsa de peligro or a student with a limited allowance, McDonald’s got you. Their NEW McSavers Mix & Match allows you to create your own 2-pc snack combo for only P75*! 

When budgets are tight, your food choices need not be limited when you dine at McDonald’s!

Through their McSavers Mix & Match, all types of budgetarians have the freedom to create a 2-pc snack combo for the same affordable price – guaranteeing satisfaction and tummy fill despite the challenging times. 

Even during petsa de peligro, Office-goers can have a delicious and affordable merienda in between work, made possible by McSavers Mix & Match. With 4 options to choose from for the main dish and 8 options to choose from as a side, budgetarian office-goers can create filling combos like 1-pc Mushroom Pepper Steak & Coke McFloat, McSpaghetti & Apple Pie, or a McCrispy Chicken Sandwich & Regular Fries.

So much flavor to savor from a big burger like Jollibee Champ

Now more than ever, Filipinos are looking for a meal that can completely satisfy them and their cravings, especially when those cravings get extra big.

Nothing quite satisfies big appetites than a good, meaty burger—and for Filipinos who pride themselves as burger fans, they want something that’s big on both flavor and size. After all, nothing less can hit the spot when there’s a lot of hunger to beat.

That’s why for those looking for a burger that can check all those boxes, nothing does it well than the Jollibee Champ, which is still the best choice around when it comes to big burgers.

That’s because the Champ’s got that famous and iconic 1/3 pound patty made with 100% pure beef that fans love, topped with mouthwatering tomato, lettuce, and cheese, sandwiched in between soft and delightful sesame seed buns. All of these ingredients come together to bring you a big burger with a big flavor to savor as you enjoy Jollibee’s premium big burger offering, as can be seen in Jollibee's latest video commercial for Champ:

JolliBots are back to take play time to the next level!

The robot-themed Jolly Kiddie Meal toys are back!  With its highly successful launch last February, Jollibee is bringing back the well-loved JolliBots starting July 16 to the delight of many kids and kids-at-heart.

The JolliBots are making a much-awaited comeback to provide an enjoyable playtime for kids as they transform their favorite Jollibee food items into their favorite mascots.

Leading the pack is Jollibee who pops out of a Chickenjoy Bucket by retracting both arms and flipping its lid. Simply twisting and turning the upper corners of the Jolly Spaghetti box will reveal Hetty. Those who love the Jollibee Chocolate Sundae will also enjoy revealing Twirlie from the robot cup—just split the ice cream portion and rotate the arms to extend the toy figure. Kids can complete the JolliBots experience with the robotized Jolly Crispy Fries and Yumburger. They just have to flip the upper portions of the toys to reveal Popo and Yum, respectively.

Mekeni brings well-loved tocino to the US market

Another Mekeni food product will be available in the US market soon as Mekeni Food Corporation announced that they are bringing their well-loved tocino through Island Pacific Supermarket.

Mekeni President Prudencio Garcia said that this new development in their world-market journey is a testament to their commitment to uplift the lives of Filipinos and bring pride to the country.

Mekeni expands reach by bringing kikiam, fish balls, and tocino to the US. Available in all Island Pacific stores.

Jollibee levels up joy and ‘Alagang Jollibee’ service with new store innovations

The country’s number one fast food chain, Jollibee is leveling up the joy by launching a number of exciting store innovations that allow customers to transact faster and enjoy their favorites more conveniently. 

“Jollibee always aims to spread joy to our customers, whether for dine-in, take out, drive-thru, or delivery. We continuously innovate our services to deliver a levelled-up customer experience,” said Jollibee Philippines President Ferns Yu, Jr. “We are piloting new innovations and technology in select stores, and are excited to roll them out to more branches in the future.”

Mang Inasal marks July as “Ihaw-Sarap Month” with meals for only P99

The country’s Ihaw-Sarap expert, Mang Inasal, declares July as “Ihaw-Sarap Month” with back-to-back treats for its customers starting off with a brand new offering beginning July 1 – the “Ihaw-Sarap Savers.”

“While the world celebrates July as International Grilling Month, Mang Inasal brings this global festivity closer to the hearts of the Filipino families by serving them their char-grilled favorites and more,” said Mang Inasal’s business unit head, Mike V. Castro. “And to make our Ihaw-Sarap Month extra special, we are kicking it off with the ‘Ihaw-Sarap Savers’ that aim to delight our customers with complete meals that are filling and satisfying, yet also fit their budget.”

Mang Inasal customers nationwide can now enjoy the “Ihaw-Sarap Savers'' via dine-in and take-out. Customers can avail their favorite Regular Chicken Inasal, Pork Sisig with Rice, and Pancit Palabok with 1 piece Pork BBQ for only 99 pesos each, complete with a drink of their choice.

Mang Inasal also accepts orders made through www.manginasaldeliver.com.ph, via the Mang Inasal Delivery app, or through other food delivery apps like GrabFood and FoodPanda.

Want more exclusive treats NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com or follow Mang Inasal today on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. To check out the Mang Inasal Store Directory, visit https://bit.ly/MangInasalBRANCHES.

 

A sustainable shift: McDonald’s PH now on strawless lids nationwide

McDonald’s encourages its customers to #SipItBetter and be part of the company’s efforts toward waste reduction

Quick service restaurant giant McDonald’s Philippines, majority owned and operated by its Master Franchise Holders, Chairman & Founder Dr. George T. Yang and President & CEO Kenneth Yang, announces the transition of all of its stores across the Philippines to strawless lids, marking another milestone in the company’s sustainability initiatives.

McDonald’s is the first QSR giant to go strawless for its iced beverages, underlining the company’s commitment to reduce waste by eliminating the need for a separate plastic straw, while keeping drinking convenient for customers whether they’re at home or on-the-go. This is one of McDonald’s latest efforts for its Green & Good platform-- the company’s commitment to the environment, by developing and scaling sustainable restaurant solutions in its stores.

The strawless lids are designed to complement favorite McDonald’s beverages, continuously giving customers that familiar feel-good experience whenever they enjoy their favorite McCafé Premium Roast Coffee and other cold beverages served without sundae. 

“The adoption of strawless lids is part of our commitment to be better for the environment. We recognize the role we play and the impact we can make by committing to innovate and scale initiatives that reduce waste. By making strawless lids permanent, waste reduction, one less straw at a time becomes something that our customers can easily integrate to their experience at McDonald’s,” says McDonald’s Philippines President & CEO Kenneth S. Yang.

The shift to strawless lids comes after McDonald’s first introduced the limited distribution of straws across its branches in 2018. The company is able to take a bigger step towards climate action by going strawless nationwide, now making it a permanent and sustainable solution.

McDonald’s has also implemented other projects under its Green & Good platform. In 2020, McDonald’s opened its first Green & Good flagship store in U.N. Avenue in Manila and in 2021, its second Green and Good store in Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong. Since, the company has expanded Green & Good with the introduction of new solutions in its restaurants like solar rooftop panels.

In support of active sustainable mobility to reduce carbon emissions, McDonald’s also empowers the biking community through its inclusive dining solutions such as bike racks and Bike and Dine areas available in its stores. McDonald’s, in partnership with eSakay, is also providing e-charging stations in the same branch, where e-bikes and e-scooters can plug in for a minimal fee of Php1 for a minute’s worth of charge.

Be updated on the next Green & Good initiative by following McDonald’s PH on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Find out 8 interesting facts about foodpanda on its 8th birthday in PH

Thanks to online food and groceries delivery services, getting your food is so much easier now. With platforms like foodpanda, you can order instantly and enjoy a delicious meal within minutes. And nothing beats the excitement of getting a call from a Kuya or Ate Ka-Panda rider/biker/walker to tell you that your order has arrived. 

As the leading quick commerce digital platform, foodpanda lets you order from your favorite restaurants and shops offering a wide variety of choices – meals, snacks, groceries, and other daily essentials. With 8 years of delivering food and more in the Philippines, life would never be the same without our favorite pink panda brand that has captured the hearts (and tummies!) of many Filipinos. But aside from satisfying your cravings, your curiosity will also be captured by these mind-blowing facts about the country’s go-to online food and groceries delivery app. 

Let the kiddies experience Pizza Hut’s pizza-making process via Little Pizza Chef XP!

Moms and dads, it’s time to bring the kiddies over to the nearest Pizza Hut branch for a fun activity that allows kids to get a glimpse into the process of creating a pizza, Pizza Hut style!  

Pizza Hut’s Little Pizza Chef XP (LCP XP) is a pizza making activity prepared just for kids! Through this exciting offer, participants will get to experience what it’s like to prepare pizza from scratch the Pizza Hut way, using the freshest ingredients to create the fun and bold flavors that we’ve come to know and love! 

At the start of the activity, the kids will first have to wash and sanitize their hands as part of the safety procedure, before being given their own Little Pizza Chef Hat and kiddie apron together their own raw pizza dough and toppings. After putting on their chef attire, they will then begin the process of assembling their pizza. Once assembled, the duty Manager or a staff member will then place the raw pizza into the oven.

GSMI leads World Gin Day celebration in PH with ‘Gin Bar Crawl’ challenge

After more than two years of pandemic disruptions, Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI), the maker of the world’s no. 1 selling gin, returns to celebrate World Gin Day (WGD) in true Ginebra fashion. The celebration consists of month-long activities, highlighted by a media launch on June 10 to kick off the nationwide Gin Bar Crawl challenge that starts on June 11.

Held every second Saturday of June, WGD was first celebrated on June 13, 2009, in Birmingham, England. GSMI led the first WGD celebration in the Asia Pacific region in 2014, coinciding with the 180th anniversary of its flagship brand, Ginebra San Miguel. Since then, the WGD celebration in the Philippines has become a much-awaited, month-long event for gin enthusiasts.

Jollibee celebrates the unique Joy of being Pinoy in music video featuring Francine Diaz, Adie, and Alex Bruce

Singer-songwriter Adie sings about Pinoys’
courage to face challenges

In celebration of the Philippines’ 124th Independence Day, the country’s number one fast-food chain, Jollibee, sparked hope and #JOYngPinoy through the youth with a new campaign music video featuring a rendition of the OPM classic “Awit ng Kabataan.”

"We celebrate this year's Philippine Independence Day by looking toward the future of our country and amplifying their voices," said Arline Adeva, Jollibee Philippines’ Assistant Vice President and Head of Brand PR, Engagement, and Digital Marketing. "In our Joy ng Pinoy video, we want to show how the Filipino youth express their love for country – from using their skills to help their communities, being proud of their world-class talents, or by simply sharing a meal with their loved ones and making the people around them smile with their youthful spirit."

Get free wings or pasta when you order Pizza Hut ahead of Father’s Day

Three special sets also launched to help you throw the most epic feast for Dad

Father’s Day is just around the corner! Are you ready to celebrate with Dad? With everything that he has done for us, guiding us every step of the way and making sure that we are able to live our lives to the fullest, the man of the house deserves no less than an epic feast, and Pizza Hut is here to help! Enjoy flavorful moments with these Father’s Day offers, available for a limited time only!

First is Pizza Hut’s Father’s Day Advance Order promo! For a hassle-free celebration on Dad’s special day, you can now place your orders ahead of time by logging on to www.pizzahut.com.ph or the Pizza Hut Mobile App, or by calling the delivery hotline 8911-1111. 

If you place your order with a minimum purchase of P1,200 (for pick-up and delivery, excluding delivery charge) from now until 4pm of June 19, 2022, with a delivery schedule of at least before 5pm on the said date, you will get 5 pieces of WingStreet Garlic Parmesan (Luzon) or 1 Family Spaghetti Carbonara (Visayas and Mindanao) for free!