Author: Team Orange

The social media feeds of Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates were recently filled with images of Philippine superstar Piolo Pascual, who visited Dubai to help promote the partnership between SandBox Middle East and PLDT Global Corporation. The popular Filipino actor was spotted making the rounds of selected supermarkets in Dubai, particularly Pinoy Mart in Jafiliya, Palengke Supermarket in Burjuman, and Philippine Supermarket in Muraqqabat – all of which are popular destinations for grocery shopping among the Filipino expat community. The supermarket tour was held as part of an awareness campaign highlighting the new overseas Bills Payment service launched by…

Food is a universal language. It transcends time, cultures, and borders. It speaks volumes about love, kindness, gratitude, and empathy. Without fail, it brings people together and gives us life in more ways than we can imagine. When it comes to cooking, though, not many people are gifted. Couple that up with the demands of a fast-paced urban lifestyle, and more often than not, learning the joyous art of cooking often ends up taking the backseat. Lucky for you, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) brings The Good Eats — a series of easy-to-do and easy-to-follow recipes that helps food enthusiasts of…

Ortigas Malls announced today the official groundbreaking of Greenhills Mall’s upcoming three-storey annex building that houses the latest lifestyle offerings and attractions. Set to open to the public by the end of 2022, the annex will have more than 120 dining and retail options, and will include a host of innovations that will usher in the next generation of shopping including super-fast internet connection and technologies that will add to every customer’s enjoyment and safety. As mall-goers look for nearby destinations to visit, Greenhills is envisioning its grounds as the newest city leisure development for people to connect, bond, and…

Are you one of those who have been called into the plantito or plantita way of life? If yes, you must’ve heard about a couple of myths surrounding your greens. To name a few, CHERRY lists down the top three things you might have encountered but shouldn’t actually believe: PUTTING GRAVEL IN POTS WILL HELP IN DRAINAGE Did you also grow up in a plant-loving household? If that’s the case, then gravel in the bottom of flower pots should be a common sight. However, it’s time to leave that practice behind now that you are a plantita yourself. Contrary to…

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…

Upgrading your home isn’t always easy. And with having so many options but with limited time and budget, sprucing up each space can be a challenge. But take it from Shopee Primetime Queen and hands-on homemaker Marian Rivera, whose tips on home design and budget-friendly must-haves will help guide you as you do home improvements without breaking the bank: 1. Always set a budget Even with her current superstar status, setting a budget for everything is still an important aspect for Marian especially when buying her essentials for home and living. And just like most of us, Marian also looks…

With oil prices going up, it’s now more important than ever to find ways to make the most out of your money. Whether shopping for groceries, paying for gas, or even booking a trip, the country’s only all-in-one money app Maya can help you cut your spending on everyday transactions with the new Maya Visa card until July 31! Just use your Maya Visa virtual or physical card when paying for purchases, and you automatically get a 1% cashback (max of P200) on every transaction worth at least P800. This is a great way to maximize your budget because you…

Many academic institutions are now adapting to a hybrid way of learning to respond to the present needs of both students and teachers. Aside from adopting an engaging learning platform, schools need to provide a means to ensure that students and teachers will be able to monitor and manage their learning progress anytime and anywhere. While it has been a challenge to face these changes, one college in the northern province of Cagayan has proven that it can be easy to respond to the times and to students’ and teachers’ changing digital needs with the right technology partner who can…

Portraits do not only make a person look a certain way. They tell a story. From the backdrop, lighting, the way a subject smiles or faces the camera to the smallest details such as where they put their hands or how they tilt their neck, portraits convey a powerful tale that sometimes only a camera lens can capture and share with the rest of the world. All these — and more — are what students of celebrated photographer Michael Halsband have learned from his workshop at the online masterclass series by vivo Philippines, the vivo Imaging Academy: Join the Masters.…

‘Intense’ is the best word to describe the last day of the OPPO Game On Cup 2022 at the Main Center Atrium of the SM Mall of Asia as different teams battled it all out from the semi-finals up to the finals to claim the first-ever championship title of the tournament. The semi-finals round started with a best-of-three match between AP 2.0 and Click Esports, where the former won with a 2-1 score. It was followed by a 2-1 victory from El Ganador Knights against K Signs Gaming. As the two winners advanced to the finals, the defeated teams faced…

KROMA Entertainment brings together a number of the country’s finest artists and creatives under one roof to bring world-class entertainment to Filipinos and global audiences. “We know that the Philippines is home to so many talented musicians and artists, and it is our dream to bring them to the world stage. South Korea has done it, and other Asian superstars are hitting it big in music charts worldwide,” said Denise Seva, Head of KROMA’s LiveMNL and Music, which is home to music label Paradise Rising. Paradise Rising is a partnership with 88Rising, the multinational music firm behind global superstars NIKI,…