[Panasonic Protects Ospital ng Malabon with nanoeTM X Technology, Continues to Bring Back the Filipino Smile]

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Panasonic, as part of its global campaign to spread advocacy for cleaner and fresher air for life, continued to reach out to local governments through a contribution to Malabon City in the form of nanoe^TM X air purifiers, and nanoe^TM X generators, that have been verified to have inhibitory effects on the novel coronavirus*¹ for use at the Ospital ng Malabon.

Panasonic Country Head and General Manager of Life Solutions Group Yosuke Tanaka, Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines (PACPH) Communications & Product Planning Manager Francis Serrato, Malabon City Mayor Antolin Oreta III, Ospital ng Malabon Chief of Hospital Dr. Jen Amolo - Lim, Ospital ng Malabon Administrator Flourescelle Austria, Ospital ng Malabon doctors, nurses, front liners, and staff were present during the turn-over.

The nanoe^TM X air purifiers and portable nanoe^TM X generators are to be used by the hospital to ensure quality air in high-risk areas as well as in the outpatient areas of the City’s premier public hospital that caters not only to Covid-19 patients but other medical needs of the people of Malabon. The hospital in 2020, was forced to temporarily stop accepting non-COVID-19 cases after several medical workers tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

In his acceptance speech, Malabon City Mayor Oreta thanked Panasonic for its invaluable support to the city, “This is a big help for the city of Malabon. On behalf of the 380,000 Malabon-ians who come to the hospital often (hopefully they don’t come as much and bababa ang COVID cases natin), we are very thankful for Panasonic Philippines and Life Solutions for helping us clean our air here in OsMal, Malabon Hospital.”

Tanaka said, “It has always been the intention of Panasonic to provide cleaner and fresher air to improve the quality of life for everyone with the introduction of the nanoe^TM in 1997 and nanoe^TM X in 2016.For years, we have been growing and advocating the use of our nanoe^TM and nanoe^TMX technology; and now, timely as it may seem, it is here to help us in controlling the transmission of the  novel coronavirus as well as other possible air-borne infections as proven by independent testing organizations.”

[Panasonic Presents PGH with Patented nanoeTM and nanoeTM X-equipped Appliances for Use]

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Panasonic, as part of its global campaign to spread advocacy for cleaner and fresher air for life, recently donated to the Philippine General Hospital - nanoe^TM air purifiers, nanoe^TM X generators, and air conditioners equipped with nanoe^TM X that have been verified to have inhibitory effects on the novel coronavirus*⁰. The turn-over was attended by Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines CEO Masaru Toyota, Life Solutions Group Country Head Yosuke Tanaka, PGH Director Dr. Gerardo Legaspi,  PGH Spokesperson Dr. Jonas del Rosario, Deputy Director for Hospital Operations Dr. Stella Manalo, and the Hospital Infection Control Head Dr. Regina Berba.

In his statement, the Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines CEO Masaru Toyota explained that it has always been the intention of Panasonic, with the introduction of the nanoe^TM in 1997 and nanoe^TM X in 2016, to provide cleaner and fresher air to improve the quality of life for everyone. Mr. Toyota further explained, “In 2009, with the help of an independent testing organization, Panasonic verified the effect of hydroxyl radicals contained in water against bird flu and new strains of influenza, and in 2012, in collaboration with an independent testing organization in Germany, we conducted virus clearance testing that showed effectiveness of the technology against highly-resistant viruses and unknown viruses.” *¹ “Just last year, again using an independent testing organization, Texcell*² – France, we have further verified the inhibitory effect of Panasonic’s patented nanoe^TM X technology on the novel coronavirus that causes Covid-19,” he added.

The PGH activity is part of a bigger program of Panasonic in the Philippines to provide air purifying and anti-covid technology of nanoe^TM X in selected sites in the National Capital Region to protect medical front liners and Filipinos in vaccination areas and to make them and the public feel safer with the theme “Bring Back the Filipino Smile” in partnership with selected local governments.

The Panasonic Philippines CEO said, “It is our aim for our medical front liners to feel they are in safer  environment, and for patients to also have a sense of additional protection apart from current mandated hygiene practices like the wearing of masks, the use of face shields, and the use of hand sanitizers.”

[Makati City Provided with Unique Panasonic nanoeTM and nanoeTM XTechnologyfor Use in Main Vaccination Site]

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Panasonic, as part of its global campaign to spread advocacy for cleaner and fresher air for life, recently reached out to the local  government of Makati City through a contribution in the form of nanoe^TM air purifiers, and nanoe^TM X generators, that have been verified to have inhibitory effects on the novel coronavirus*¹. The equipment set-up and turnover were done at the main vaccination site of the city located at the Makati Coliseum. Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines CEO Masaru Toyota, Life Solutions Group Country Head Yosuke Tanaka, Makati City Mayor Abigail Binay, and the Head of Makati Incident Command Post Dr. Roland Unson, were present during the site visit.

It has always been the intention of Panasonic to provide cleaner and fresher air to improve the quality of life for everyone with the introduction of the nanoe^TM in 1997 and nanoe^TM X in 2016.

[RACKS comes up with three real deals as it celebrates World Cheeseburger Day]

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Studies have shown the great impact of COVID-19 on comfort food consumption in the Philippines. As we all deal with the pandemic in our own way, sometimes, all we want is the taste of something familiar, or something that reminds us of better times. This phenomenon has led us all to continually search for better-than-fast-food offerings with homegrown and trusted dine-in restaurants responding by offering better and tastier alternatives for takeaway or for delivery.

Take the case of Racks, the homegrown American comfort food and leading ribs restaurant chain in the Philippines. Racks has once again innovated product offerings and have used their famous pork ribs and US steak meats to launch three “real deal” sandwich-offerings, crafted by artisans especially for those who crave for juicy and tender meats marked with the signature freshly grilled flavor in their burgers in time for World Cheeseburger Day.

“These burger and sandwich offerings mark a significant milestone in Racks’ many years of offering interesting and well-loved American food favorites to Filipino foodies. We took heed of how much burgers have evolved to become one of the friendlier takeaway and delivery items  in the country and saw fit to offer our brand of burgers, and our take on these favorites to our customers,” said Eric Fontillas, Racks Marketing Manager.

[Mandaluyong City's vaccination sites are kept safe with Panasonic's nanoeTM X technology-equipped air purifiers]

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With the on-going nationwide Covid-19 vaccine roll-out, thousands have been trooping to health facilities to get  their much-needed jabs. While some LGU-designated vaccination sites are located in open-air multi-purpose halls, there are those held in enclosed airconditioned function rooms, with the latter considered a cause of concern because of the possible virus transmission. But confined spaces with minimal airflow can be made safer by having a good number of air purifiers propped up in strategic places. One company with this product line saw the need to help & chose  to provide units to Mandaluyong City.

Panasonic, as part of its global campaign to spread the anti-Covid technology of nanoe^TMX has recently donated nanoe air purifiers and nanoe^TM X generators that have been verified to have inhibitory effects on the novel coronavirus to the City of Mandaluyong for use in the city's vaccination centers.

(L-R) Communication & Product Planning Manager Francis Serrato, Mandaluyong City Health Officer Dr. Alex Sta. Maria, Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines CEO Masaru Toyota, Mandaluyong City Mayor Menchie Abalos, Life Solutions Group Country Head Yosuke Tanaka, and SM Vice President Christian Mathay.

The social good initiative was welcomed by no less than Mandaluyong City Mayor  Carmelita “Menchie” Abalos and City Health Officer Dr. Alex Sta. Maria last September 3, 2021, at the SM Megatrade Hall vaccination site. Panasonic representatives, Masaru Toyota, Panasonic Air-Conditioning Philippines (PACPH) President & CEO, Life Solutions Group Country Head Manager Yosuke Tanaka, and Communication & Product Planning Manager Francis Serrato were present during the turn-over.

“We truly are grateful to Panasonic for providing our city’s health workers and our Mandalenyos with the gift of safety and protection brought by the nanoe and nanoe^TM X anti-Covid technology,” Mayor Abalos said. 

[ARPA Industriale-FORMICA Group's FENIX brand: Innovative Materials for Interior Design]

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When choosing the best surface material for worktops,  factors like aesthetics, durability, & maintenance come foremost to an architect or interior designer's mind. For them,  it is not only important that the overall look is achieved, but it is likewise crucial that the material withstands the 'beatings' from everyday use & that cleaning is fuss-free.

One such brand that meets these requirements is the FENIX brand.  The Arpa Industriale* relationship with Formica Philippines* started in 2019 but was further strengthened when the latter became the exclusive distributor of  FENIX* since  April of this year.

"FENIX is a brand of  innovative materials for interior design created by Arpa Industriale in 2013 for a range of  vertical & horizontal interior design applications: kitchens, bathrooms, retail offices, hospitality, healthcare & furniture. They arise from the Italian design tradition, reflected in the project stylistic choices; from the color selection to the overall aesthetic result of the interiors applications. Applying proprietary technologies, the external surface of FENIX is characterized by the use of next generation acrylic resins, hardened and fixed through an electronic beam curing process."

FENIX features : visual comfort (low-reflectivity, extremely matte surface), soft touch, anti-fingerprint, & thermal healing of superficial micro-scratches.

The FENIX family includes 

FENIX NTM

Introduced in 2013, it is a "technical & aesthetic answer to two interior design trends: smart materials & matte surfaces".  Available now in 20 timeless colors (for vertical & horizontal applications) including the Bianco Dover, to complete the palette of whites.

[TENYA goes Lokal]

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Restaurants have been one of the hardest hit in this more-than-a-year-old global pandemic. While most have closed shop, the few who have managed to survive, decided to take the high road, look after the people who are the most impacted by this and turn things around for them.

Tenya, Japan’s number one tempura tendon chain, is one of the few who stepped up. Aside from being an ally at the onset of the global CoVid 19 outbreak in 2020, such as its tie-ups with Hands-On Manila and Make-A-Wish Foundation, it also launched TENYA LOKAL. This farm-to-table initiative has provided their local food producer-partners a steady stream of income, getting rid of the middlemen and ensuring high quality food staples are on the diners’  plates.

With the brand’s Japanese craftmanship  and Filipino produce, Tenya has come up with these affordable dishes found on the TENYA LOKAL menu.

Their prices start at Php 145 for their ramens, Php 165 for their donburi bowls and bento box ranging from Php 195-Php 245.

[launch of BLUE WATER DAY SPA brand ambassadors & signature spa treatments]

Spa indulgence.

Such has been in my thought bubble these days. :)

Ever since I turned 50, those body aches & pains keep popping up rather frequently. It comes with age, they say. And it does not help that I have my hands full being a wife, mommy & daughter, maintaining two households while looking after my elderly mom on weekends. That is why, my body (& mind) cry out for a relaxing, stress-relieving spa treatment.

I have been to spas before, from the simple & affordable to the more elaborate & pricey ones. But there is one place I have heard of before but yet to try.

[spend Christmas THE MIND MUSEUM way]

Still clueless on how to spend Christmas this year or what to buy as gifts to family & friends? THE MIND MUSEUM has come up with 10 gift suggestions that will inspire learning & impart a whole new meaning to 'holiday gift-giving'.

1. Go on a Scientific Date with your loved ones and kids by getting an  All Day Pass or gift certificate worth Php 750.00 each & explore over 250 hands-on, minds-on exhibits & live experiment demonstrations on everything about living & non-living things.

[INA JARDIOLIN's 'STRIPPED']

I was in a recent media preview of an upcoming solo exhibit of a promising, young visual artist. 

[the LUXE & STYLE DESIGNER COLLECTION of AMERICAN STANDARD]

Designing spaces is what I love doing. For me, every room deserves to be showcased, even those areas other people consider too private, like the toilet & bathroom. It is important that t&b's are not only functional & efficient but eco-friendly & stylish, too. And this can only be achieved by choosing the right finishes & fixtures. I was then lucky to be re-acquainted with a brand that's a known leader in bathroom fixtures & fittings & trusted over the years - AMERICAN STANDARD.

Through an invite received from Lixil Corporation, I was among those who attended a blogger engagement in the Molito Lifestyle Building in Alabang last Saturday afternoon, July 19.

[the world's smallest & smartest kitchen : THERMOMIX TM 31]

We have an all-around helper in the house so I rarely cook. But lately, my husband & I have been talking about finding a smaller place to stay once my youngest starts college. By then, without a helper, I will go back to doing the chores myself, & that includes cooking.

Cooking can be tedious if you do it by yourself. The preps, the many implements to use, the washing afterwards. But all that will become a thing of the past once you get to know this 10-in-1 wonder machine.

I was among those shortlisted to attend the product presentation conducted by the people from MODERN INNOVATIONS ENTERPRISE, the licensed distributor of the THERMOMIX in the Philippines, who is in partnership with the Vorwerk group.

[TOM DIXON's FAN family SALE at MOs DESIGN]

I love to spend my leisure time around home or furniture stores whenever I have the chance. Not actually into shopping because it has been six years since we purchased the sectional sofa & the dining chairs for our new house then. It's now more on getting some interior inspirations. One of my go-to places is that 3-storey building in Bonifacio High Street, the MOs Design. This specialty store carries various  imported furniture brands. The last time I went there with friends, these pendant lamps & mini soft chairs caught my eye.

[a Korean foodie haven: LEANN'S TEA HOUSE]

Our family will always be drawn to anything Korean, especially the cuisine. The ban chan or side dishes, the grilled meat or galbi & the spicy soups are our usual orders whenever the cravings come.

A couple of weeks ago, I got another shot at trying Korean fare at LEANN'S TEA HOUSE, this time with some new mommy blogger friends. I just couldn't pass up on this chance for another dining experience, even if it meant taking the taxi from a mall where I parked my car which was under the number-coding scheme that day. The love for Korean food just beckoned. :)

I arrived at the restaurant & caught some of the ladies already enjoying some barley tea time. I liked the simple dining area set-up on the second floor with the drop lanterns, dark-colored booth seats & Asian bric-a-brac providing the cozy ambience.

[learning the basics of food styling at THE MAYA KITCHEN]

Don't you just love looking at food that is so picture-pretty in glossy magazines? Well, I do. :)

Though I know how to cook simple dishes, with pasta meals & desserts being my forte, it's the food presentation that piques my interest. Just like interior styling, I love picking out items, getting them all together & capturing the overall look. :)

Aside from doing interiors, food photography & food styling are what I have been meaning to study & do. In fact, I almost signed up in a workshop last year but never got around to doing it.

But a chance came up two Saturdays ago. I got signed up in such a class at The Maya Kitchen thru an opportunity sent our way by Mommy Bloggers Philippines.

The Maya Kitchen  is located at Level 8 of the Liberty Building in Makati City.

I was one of the early birds so I had time to take photos of the venue.

[A PLDT HOME DSL movie treat - the Amazing Spiderman 2]

For 2 weeks in a row, Friday nights have been fun times for the family. Especially the recent one, when the girls got so excited when I told them, we got free tickets to THE AMAZING SPIDERMAN 2 movie. This came on the heels of that other movie we watched & loved. Super thanks to PLDT Home DSL for both treats! :)

The gist of the movie.

1. We've always known that Spider-Man's most important battle has been within himself: the struggle between the ordinary obligations of Peter Parker and the extraordinary responsibilities of Spider-Man. It's great to be Spider-Man. For Peter Parker, there's no feeling quite like swinging between skyscrapers, embracing being the hero, and spending time with Gwen. But being Spider-Man comes at a price: only Spider-Man can protect his fellow New Yorkers from the formidable villains that threaten the city. With the emergence of Electro, Peter must confront a foe far more powerful than he. And as his old friend, Harry Osborn, returns, Peter comes to realize that all of his enemies have one thing in common: OsCorp.

And the reasons for my girls' giddiness.

Andrew Garfield aka Peter Parker 

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& Dane De Haan aka Harry Osborn.

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Two of the Ledesmas were there - Mommy Lara & Diego.

They gave away cute SPIDEY plush toys to lucky moviegoers.

And while waiting for the movie to start, my girls uploaded photos in IG with the hastag #PLDTHOMEDSL

& minutes later, got their photo printed out from a booth nearby.

Before screening time, Mommy Lara & Diego shared how PLDT Home DSL's "limitless sharing with the strong reliable family-sized connection" helps them do so many things online using multiple gadgets simultaneously - researching topics for school assignments, updating social media accounts, music & video streaming, looking for recipes to try, or answering questions posted in the little one's ASK DIEGO FB page. 

The whole fambam enjoyed watching the action-packed movie & swooned over the romantic moments of reel & real life celebrity couple, Emma Stone (Gwen Stacy) & Andrew Garfield (Peter Parker/Spiderman)

while snacking on our hotdog sandwiches, tubs of popcorn & tumblers of iced tea. :)

*Check out Ask Diego on facebook.com/Ask Diego.

*To sign up for your strong, reliable family-sized connection of PLDT HOME DSL, visit pldthome.com

['Is Heaven for Real?' #LETSASKDIEGO]

Is heaven for real?

This question was answered in the movie our family was invited to watch in Newport Cinema, courtesy of PLDT HOME DSL. 

"Heaven Is For Real" is about Colton, the four-year-old son of Pastor Todd Burpo, who survived an emergency surgery of an infected appendix and later told his family that he went to Heaven. He described seeing Jesus, the angels, his miscarried sister & his great grandfather who died before he was born. Doubts were cast on his story, owing to the child's vivid imagination & his close association to his pastor-father. But in the end, his story was corroborated by another person, a girl, who had the same experience & even drew images of the things she saw when she went to heaven.

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Like Colton Burpo, there's another boy who is at the center of his family's love & attention, Diego Ledesma. The bright, handsome & witty young boy was recently launched in a brand new PLDT HOME DSL tv commercial on Eat Bulaga.

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The Ledesma family's claim to fame began when the seven-year-old boy Diego started an advice column on Facebook with the help of his parents, Paolo & Lara & his older sibling, Ate Trish. He earned tens of thousands of fans because of his answers to questions ranging on love, studies, bullying, vacation & even business ideas. His Facebook page is constantly monitored by his parents because values is of prime importance in the Ledesma household. Questions with offensive content are deleted first by his parents before Diego sees them. They even help him type out his answers or how to spell words. 

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From their minds, Colton & Diego churn out stories which reflect their entertaining innocence & how they view the world. Likewise for their families, the BURPOS & the LEDESMAS are so tight-knit that they need to constantly connect with each other. And in this high-tech age wherein most, if not, all members of the family have their own internet-connected device, it is important to have a strong & reliable internet connection.

Here's where PLDT HOME DSL comes in. It provides "limitless sharing with the strong reliable family-sized connection". "Limitless Family Sharing" refers to the many activities the family can do together within the home, while "Family-sized connection" points to the simultaneous ONLINE use of multiple gadgets as powered by PLDT HOME DSL.  The group’s focus on family values and connection through limitless sharing truly spell the difference. The Anna Banana & Ask Diego campaigns have proven that. 

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Now, to go back to the question, "Is heaven for real?", #letsaskdiego. :)

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*Check out Ask Diego on facebook.com/Ask Diego.

*To sign up for your strong, reliable family-sized connection of PLDT HOME DSL, visit pldthome.com

[Sam Concepcion for CHEF'S NOODLE]

My family is big on Korean food. Whenever & wherever there is a new Korean restaurant in town, we always go there to try it out.  Chef's Noodle is next on our list.

At the media launch of its newest celebrity endorser (after Lloyd & Shamcey Lee & Grace Lee), 

[swipe your MAYBANK credit card, get a WENDY's treat for free]

Good news to all Maybank credit card holders & Wendy's burger lovers!