Rochelle Rivera

It's harvest season for grapes from the Southern Hemisphere which means the Taste Australia campaign is back to entice customers to try and buy beautiful, sweet and crunchy Aussie grapes.

Thanks to the diverse geology and unique micro-climates across Australia, grapes are able to enjoy a long production window from November to May. Rich soils, warm summer days, cool nights, and long daylight hours create grapes with intensified sweetness and an eye-catching red, black or green colour. A top tip when selecting green grapes is to choose a bunch with a golden tint as this means they are sweeter in flavour.

Did you know Australian table grapes can be eaten straight from the bunch? There’s no need to peel or de-seed, just simply rinse before eating and enjoy the taste of an Australian summer.

This means grapes are the perfect addition to kids lunchboxes or a go-to snack at work to re-energise and hydrate active bodies, which is especially helpful when you live a busy lifestyle.

Grapes are a natural superfood and adding a serving to your daily diet will give you a much needed antioxidant boost. Grapes are packed full of phytonutrients including polyphenols, anthocyanin, and resveratrol, which contribute to the protection to eye health and heart disease. Aussie grapes are particularly good for parents and grandparents as they are low GI food which helps stabilise blood glucose levels after a meal. As grapes contain 80 percent water and plenty of fibre they also contribute to body hydration and help keep your gut healthy.

To taste the difference, head down to participating supermarkets including Rustan’s, Shopwise, Wellcome, S&R, Robinson’s and other major supermarkets and enjoy seasonal red, black or green grape sensations. I guarantee you these much-loved Australian fruits will be perfectly fresh and sweet.

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Join “It’s A Grape Day” social media contest

Post your most creative photo featuring table grapes

accompanied by the wittiest of captions.

1. LIKE and FOLLOW Taste Australia Philippines' on Facebook

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2. Follow @tasteaustraliaph on Instagram

3. Post your most creative entries and tag TasteAustraliaPH with the hashtags #ItsAGrapeDay #TasteAustralia #AustralianTableGrapes #FunWithGrapes

4. Posts must be set to public in order for Taste Australia Philippines to track your entries.

Winners will be chosen randomly, so get your creative juices flowing as two winners will be chosen per week (1 for IG and 1 for FB) and will get a chance to win PHP 2,500 worth of Rustan's Gift Certificates each.

Good luck! Have a great day with Australian grapes!

I was just watching movies of John Lloyd Cruz yesterday and was wondering if he will still comeback to showbiz and then I saw an ad this morning on YouTube titled Ang Nagbabalik.

I will never forget his unmatched TV series with Angel Locsin, “Imortal” because I was one of the TV talents selected to play the role of one of the wolves or lobo for the show. I met JL during one of our tapings, and I liked him for being humble, natural and simply great. I admired him more, so I have obviously watched all his movies and TV shows. He is one of the most bankable actors of the Philippine cinema and very effective endorser once again proved that his fans are still waiting for his return. In a teaser video, which lasted only for a few seconds and only shows the back shot of Cruz’s, and posted in the Facebook page of the number one selling shawarma Turks a few weeks ago had been viewed 3.2M times, shared almost 800 times and gained a huge number of comments.

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Without any clue in that teaser video, his fans already assumed that it was him in the video. Actress Bea Alonzo on her Instagram also posted a screenshot of that teaser video. I wish they will do another movie together again soon. I am a fan of Basha and Popoy.

This Monday morning Turks finally revealed in the 1-minute and 17 seconds video of Cruz showing the actor walking through different destinations, which somehow depicts Cruz’s sojourn. The video is very simple, yet there’s drama the way it was created, and in a very subtle shot, he stopped and took a bite of a Turks pita donner.

The rugged look of John Lloyd in the Turks video titled Ang Nagbabalik is way too far from his guy-next-door image and a lot of people in the industry are asking if this signals his return to the limelight. His fans are still wondering about the life he’s been living since his hiatus.

According to Turks president Gem L. Zenarosa that during the course of his talks with John Lloyd Cruz, they never talked anything about his showbiz career or plans. He added that he got Mr. Cruz as the latest ambassador of Turks because of his great confidence working with him.

I am really grateful that John Lloyd trusts our company, he is a brilliant and very creative young man. Aside from acting we have discovered some of his remarkable talents, Zenarosa stressed.

The Ang Nagbabalik according to Zenarosa is actually about Turks Small Pita Doner, which will be available again in all its branches.

John Lloyd is the best endorser for this because like him, despite his absence in the showbusiness for a couple of years, the warmth and love of his fans for him never dwindles. With our Small Pita Doner we believe that our customers will be happy to know that it is back in our menu, Zenarosa explained.

Just like John Lloyd who is seen to have a different image since he last appeared in the big screen, a clear indication that the actor is recreating himself and exploring different grounds, Turks is also doing the same thing to keep its customers excited whenever they visit a branch.

In time for the release of his endorsement video, Turks also released to the market its newest offering --- Turks Rice Bowl, which is a complete meal. You can choose beef or chicken for your rice topping, and it is priced at P50.

The Small Pita Donner on the other hand, is priced at P35.

To keep up with the demands of our customers, Turks continues to improve our menu and offerings to satisfy the discriminating taste of our loyal patrons, Zenarosa stressed.

John Lloyd Cruz now joins the roster of endorsers of Turks such as Piolo and Inigo Pascual.

Watch the full video of Ang Nagbabalik

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Manila is one of the most densely populated cities in the country. It is considered as a global city due to Manila’s commercial businesses and networks being one of the first cities to traverse the whole Asia making it a chain for trades around the world. It has been a pathway for ships and a resting place for travelers around the globe that promotes their culture and exchange products making it a great location for commerce and trade to flourish on, especially in the past.

It has been damaged by various wars and was rebuilt all throughout its existence. A lot of countries also conquered ruling over Philippines that Manila conformed to the architectural designs of different countries. Aesthetics were greatly enhanced and adapted by our culture that we build roads, bridges, buildings, and houses that patterned their designs. Some parts are built Spanish-like with grandeur columns and pedestals while some are built with elegant staircases and colorful arch coming from the influence of the Asian community.

One of the most visited places here in Manila is Binondo, often referred to as the business capital at the time, before housing little towns and narrow sidewalks. Specifically near the shorelines of Pasig River therefore making it perfect for travelling by boat, trade and commerce possibly routed through and from Binondo.

If you’re planning to stage a visit at Binondo which is the Chinatown of Manila, might as well drop by at Divisoria where Megaworld just recently, opened Hotel Lucky Chinatown.

Newest from their 7 hotel developments from the past years, it holds 93 rooms and suites ranging from different sizes and value from Standard Queen, Standard Twin, Junior Suite, and Executive Suite. Very much perfect for couples, family or tourists who want to relax and have fun at the vicinity of one of the most majestic places in Manila! PLUS!!!

The Hotel Lucky Chinatown is connected to the Lucky Chinatown Mall via footbridge, making it very accessible for visitors to shop ‘til they drop then relax and relieve their tired feet afterwards.

Cafe de Chinatown

Hotel Lucky Chinatown Zabana Bar

Hotel Lucky Chinatown Sauna

Hotel Lucky Chinatown Spa

Hotel Lucky Chinatown Fitness Center

The Hotel Lucky Chinatown houses a Zabana Bar, Sauna and Spa, and Fitness Center which is already open for guests and visitors who likes to enjoy the leisure of the hotel. It also features a Grand Ballroom that can accommodate up to 350 guests. It can be divided into 3 smaller portions which are named after famous streets in Manila during 1900s. It also has an all-day dining restaurant where you can enjoy and satisfy your cravings; Café de Chinatown, which is managed by the Raintree Group of Companies.

The hotel rooms offer various necessities which are all featured on 5-star hotels around the world, classy and stylish in my opinion; especially since I favor taking a dip on a bath tub at the end of the day to relax my mind and body. Fresh towels are also a plus because I’m meticulous about the towels I use whenever I’m out for vacation. I knew right there and then that their utmost service extends on keeping their rooms hygienic and guests happy. It is one of the many things I always note for when I book hotels for staycation or work. I must say I’m really impressed and happy to be able to visit the Hotel Lucky Chinatown.

Must try food trips and walkathons around the hotel + Places that will leave you in awe

Hotel Lucky Chinatown is located at the heart of Manila, the country’s center for economic, political, social, and cultural activity. Westerners and Asians developed the place by their influence in culture and the arts when they migrated from their country to the Philippines. Being the seat of power, it is home to many tourist destinations and wonderful sceneries you’d get to enjoy that will simply attract you and will give you the best memories when you stroll along the city. Historic and cultural sites such as the Walled City of Intramuros, National Museum of the Philippines, Chinatown, and Luneta Park are all great attractions you should try to visit!!

Here are the top destinations you should consider visiting and the side trips I suggest you do when you stay at Hotel Lucky Chinatown:

1. VISIT LUNETA PARK

Home to the monument of the Philippines’ National Hero, José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda or simply known as Jose Rizal. One of the top destinations you should consider visiting. It’s a breath of fresh air from the city’s busy streets. Stroll along the park and throwback to the time where our National Hero fought hard for his love for our country.

2. STROLL ALONG ESCOLTA

Fall in love with the architectural designs of the structures built at Escolta. Be mesmerized by how a developed city, Manila, still holds a piece of history and how the management preserves Escolta.

3. FOOD TRIP AT BINONDO

You can never go wrong when you try Chinese delicacies and meals being offered at Binondo. They hold a lot of restaurants which offers authentic Chinese food. Binondo must try tip food will always be Siopao which you can surely see once you walk around!

4. TRAVEL THROUGH TIME BY VISITING THE NATIONAL MUSEUM

Go back and revisit the Philippines’ history by exploring the 3 buildings open for viewing by the National Museum. It houses a gallery for arts and cultural representation of different Filipino ethnic groups which greatly depicts life before. From clothing to kitchenware, you will surely learn more about Filipinos. They recently opened the National Museum of Natural History where you can see the famous Tree of Life! MUST VISIT!

5. ROAM AROUND THE WALLED CITY OF INTRAMUROS

While China has its own Great Wall, here in the Philippines we have Intramuros. A walled city inside Manila which was built to defend the most influential and wealthy residents back then when the Spaniards colonized the Philippines. Since the Spaniards introduced Christianity to the Philippines, a lot of churches were built inside Intramuros which you can still visit now like the Manila Cathedral or the San Agustin Church. You can also visit Fort Santiago where you can see dungeons and pits used as prisons for Filipino rebels caught at the Spaniards’ regime.

6. VISIT MINOR BASILICA OF THE BLACK NAZARENE

Attend daily mass at Quiapo Church, one of the most famous churches in the Philippines where the Black Nazarene is kept. This is where a lot of Filipinos come together with the silence of their hearts to humbly pray to our Almighty God to aid them in their distress. You can also buy various Filipino delicacies and pasalubong which you can give to your loved ones when you get back to your place.

Hotel Lucky Chinatown Grand Launch

Enjoy your trip at the Hotel Lucky Chinatown together with these side trips I recommend! You will surely have a great time when you visit these places, plus get the time to relax and free your mind by staying at the hotel. I guarantee that you will have the time of your life and will come back fresh and regenerated like you took a lifetime of stress free life! Enjoy!

For more information and updates, follow Hotel Lucky Chinatown on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/hotelluckychinatown/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotelluckychinatownph/

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Summer sizzles once again and with it comes the excitement on charting new travel destinations, hitting the beaches, and feasting on the burst of colors that this season brings.

With this in mind, Caronia, a brand known for prettifying the nails of Filipina women for more than 50 years now, launches a new summer collection called “Tropical Glam,” which features fresh and sparkly light-colored polishes that exude the fun in summer.

Caronia Brand Officer Rachel Enciso said that the tropical glam collection was inspired by the many hues of summer.

“For the Tropical Glam collection, we also opted to focus on softer but shimmering pastel colors that can mix and match with any outfit or with any activity most girls have planned for the summer,” she adds.

For Girls Who just want to have Fun and be Glamorous

Whether heading out to the beach or just frolicking in the malls, girls can fabulously nail their summer vibe by putting on any of the fun pastel, summery, and glittery shade of Caronia’s Tropical Glam collection.

Vivienne Rudd, Senior Beauty Analyst at Mintel, a famous marketing research company in the US, revealed that groomed nails have a positive impact on confidence to some extent for eight in 10 women and six in 10 of all adults.

Now, with these summer colors, girls will not only have confidence and positivity but style and glamour as well. The collection is truly for “girls who are glamorously summer crazy”

Colors of Fun

The Tropical Glam collection has six trendy and glamorous colors in two collection packs – the Tropical Glam Shimmer set and the Tropical Glam Metallic set, that girls can choose from.

Tropical Glam Shimmer set is composed of Limelight, Primrose, and Fantasia.

Limelight is a glittery ocean green shade and, just like the ocean, it sparkles in the sun.

Primrose is a baby pink in matte finish perfect for a rustic summer feel.

Fantasia is a glittery darker pink shade that sparkles with any outfit;

Tropical Glam Metallic set consists of Fairy Dust, Lumina, and Ethereal.

Lumina has a light gold shimmer that perfectly gives off that earthy summer vibe.

Fairy Dust is a metallic silver like the sparkling waves of the sea and Ethereal is a shimmering deep rose gold that blends well with any outdoor summer activity.

To amp up the summer fun vibe, Caronia has released a first edition of a DIY Nail Art magazine to its partner salons nationwide and girls can choose from an assortment of nail art concepts using the Tropical Glam collection.

In celebration of Caronia’s more than 50 years in the industry, the magazine has 50 nail art designs where girls can surely find a perfect design to match with the new summer collection, or let the imagination run wild when it comes to creativity in doing nail art.

A Trusted Local Brand

Caronia has been the go-to nail polish brand of Filipinas for half a century now and the brand still holds their reputation of being the most trusted nail polish brand in the country.

According to Enciso, "We aspire to continue delighting an avid loyal following of generations past, together with a new breed of empowered young Filipinas with our new nail color releases and innovative product offerings."

For more information and to stay updated on their latest products, follow Caronia Philippines on Facebook
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https://www.instagram.com/caroniaph/

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Beauty should never have been one or the other, as claimed by SkinWhite in their new campaign.

Dark Skin versus White Skin. Does it really matter? Does one always have to be superior over the other? SkinWhite is saying otherwise.

One would wonder why a skin whitening brand such as SkinWhite would dare to say that dark skin is beautiful. “It’s all about choice”, says Rachelle Layda, Marketing Manager for Whitening of Splash Corporation. “SkinWhite is a brand that empowers women to choose. A choice to define their own standard of beauty. If you choose to have dark skin, you are beautiful. If you choose to have white skin, you are just as beautiful. The choice is yours, and SkinWhite respects that choice”.

This inclusivity is refreshing and speak volumes, especially at a time when shaming and bullying is prevalent across social media. Bashers and haters abound online with no agenda but to shame in all forms and ways – body-shaming, hair-shaming, race-shaming, gender-shaming, and yes, also skin-shaming. “This is precisely the stigma that we wish to change. Skin color should not be about one being better than the other”, adds Pam Sulit, Splash Corporation’s VP for Marketing.

“White and dark are both beautiful.” confirms Rachel Villanueva, Creative Director of Petch & Partners, the creative agency that created this campaign for SkinWhite. She continues, “It’s about time that dark skin and white skin get the same adoration and acknowledgment.”

There has never been an outright claim that DARK IS BEAUTIFUL. And for the statement to come from a skin whitening brand, it should be easy for others to follow suit. And for those who choose that WHITE IS BEAUTIFUL, there’s due acknowledgement that they’re simply taking control of their beauty too. And why not? Wear your skin, whichever way you choose. Because DARK OR WHITE, YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL.

Watch the SkinWhite AD and always remember "You are Beautiful" #DarkorWhiteisBeautiful

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