Scandals, grand entrances, uncouplings and other surprising turns that make each Star Magic Ball such a memorable event.
Sep 032014
Sep 032014
On a roll: Sentro 1771’s fresh smoked fish spring rolls (P260) are light yet flavorful. When chef Vicky Pacheco and restaurateur Ricky Gutierrez put up Sentro 1771 in 2002, they only had one thing in mind: to introduce the Pinoy palate to Modern Filipino cuisine by making time-honored recipes more enticing and exciting. They had no idea it would revolutionize the way diners regard and appreciate Filipino food. In fact, a few months after its first branch opened in Greenbelt 3, Sentro 1771’s iconic Corned Beef Sinigang, lamb caldereta and Rated GG (fried galunggong fillet drenched in olive oil and sprinkled with garlic bits) were the talk of town for months. Each dish was meticulously made from scratch, served and plated hotel-style. They elevated galunggong, which had previously been perceived as the “poor man’s fish,” to a dish discriminating diners would line up for. “Sentro 1771 actually broke the glass ceiling because at that time, Filipino food was perceived as ordinary; something served during town fiestas,” relates Ricky Gutierrez, 1771 Group CEO. “When we introduced that new category (Modern Filipino cuisine), other restaurants followed suit. All of a sudden, restos around the metro included Corned Beef Sinigang in their menu.” But nothing came close to the original. Copycats just couldn’t replicate the flavor and texture of Sentro’s corned beef, which is cured in-house for three to five days. The broth — salty but strangely addicting — is another story. SENTRO 1771 COMES TO CAPITOL COMMONS With the success of Read More …
Sep 032014
Derek Ramsay shows off a well-toned body, the result of hours of exercise and a disciplined eating habit.
Sep 032014
If the covers of Cosmo September 2014 are tempting enough, the inside stories will satisty your curiosity to the fullest. Read on.
Sep 022014
One of the Bench Skin Expert services that Carla Abellana endorses is the Revlite Laser Therapy, which reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and scars, and may be used to remove tattoos, age spots, or freckles. She also loves the MaxiSculpt Technology, which addresses cellulite and stretch marks. MANILA, Philippines – When it comes to skin care, consumers take their cue from celebrities who have their skin cared for by experts. With a roster of celebrity endorsers proving the efficiency of their treatments, Bench Skin Expert is the best place for skin and body care, especially its range of affordable skin and body treatments. From debuting with Bea Alonzo and Enchong Dee, Bench Skin Expert’s list of celebrity endorsers has since expanded to include Paulo Avelino, Shaina Magdayao, Richard Yap, fashion blogger Kryz Uy, Laureen Uy and Carla Abellana. “I feel so blessed to be trusted to endorse Bench Skin Expert. I know they have the newest and best treatments out there, so I’m always eager to try them out and share with everyone how the services are just worth every cent,” Carla says. Carla stars in a new Bench Skin Expert campaign with fellow celebrity endorser Enchong, who thinks Bench Skin Expert is perfect for him. He says, “They not only take care of my skin and body, they also know what the best services are for my work.” Carla joins the Bench Skin Expert family, endorsing the following services: RevLite Laser Therapy, Intensiv Eye Rejuvenation, MaxiSculpt Body Firming Wrap, Warts Read More …
Sep 012014
International tennis superstars are set to have matches at MOA Arena from November 28 to 30, 2014.
Sep 012014
Councilor Charisse Abalos sits down with one of the attendees who is getting her blood taken during the launch of the B Positive movement in Mandaluyong City. The project aims to raise awareness of Hepatitis B and its impact on the lives of Filipinos. MANILA, Philippines – Last July 30, a few days after World Hepatitis Day, Mandaluyong became the first city in the Philippines to initiate the B Positive movement, an advocacy aimed at raising proactive awareness towards Hepatitis B. The launch, which was held in the Mandaluyong City hall executive building, included free testing of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen to some pre-registered and walk-in residents. The event also included free seminars on the prevention and management of Hepatitis B, as well as consultations on what to do in case you test positive for the disease. The Mandaluyong campaign was spearheaded by Councilor Charisse Abalos who said, “The Be In campaign is for societal infusion. We want to include those who tested positive and are being discriminated against – because they are still part of society. And since they are one of us, we are also one with them.” One in every eight Filipino adults has Hepatitis B and it kills more Filipinos faster than HIV and other diseases. It is usually caused by the complications from liver cancer or liver cirrhosis. It is the young who are most susceptible to Hepatitis B, affecting people ages 20 to 49. There are up to 12,000 Overseas Filipino Workers who are rejected from going abroad every year because they test positive. According to Dr. Ira Yu, a consultant with the National Kidney and Transplant Institute, “Hepatitis does not only affect Filipinos. There are roughly four million people around the world Read More …
Sep 012014
There was a time when our family would go on long weekend getaways a week before Labor Day weekend in order to avoid the rush in flying or driving to our “destinations of choice.” Flying an hour to nearby Sacramento, San Francisco, Phoenix or Las Vegas were popular choices but quite pricey when there’s six of us, so we would research various attractive destinations to go to, at least once a year particularly on a Labor Day weekend before the kids go back to school. One of the places we discovered was driving through the various towns of Napa Valley, which currently is in the news due to the recent 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck at around 3:30 in the morning on Sunday, August 24th centered in the American Canyon area of Napa Valley. Though the Sunday earthquake “sent more than 100 people to the hospital and some wineries had experiened loss of some of their vintage and treasured wine barrles” according to a CNN Report, a majority of the the region’s vineyards will be opened to visitors because tourists are the key to Napa Valley’s thiriving economy with almost 3 million visitors a year generating around $1.4 billion in revenue, according to the Napa Valley Impact Study. Napa County was established in 1850 with a current population of 136,484 according to the 2011 Census. The County has nine wine-producing towns namely: Calistoga, St. Helena, Yountville, Oakville, Rutherford, American Canyon, Angwin, Lake Berryessa and the City of Napa. In the fifteen years that we’ve trekked to the Napa Valley, we always find new wineries to see due Read More …
Sep 012014
Daniel Padilla (MNS Photo) What is Karla Estrada’s secret in keeping her son, teen heartthrob Daniel Padilla, grounded? The celebrity mom said she herself did not allow Padilla’s popularity affect their relationship as mother and son. “Hindi din naman nagbago ‘yung pakikitungo ko. Hindi ko siya tinignan na sikat na ‘yung anak ko, hindi ko binago,” Estrada said. “’Yung pagmamahal ko sa kanilang magkakapatid, pantay. I guess malaking bagay ‘yon dahil kung makita niyang mas pabor ako sa kanya sa lahat ng bagay baka sakali (lumaki ang ulo ni Daniel).” “Pero hindi. Kasi ito naman talaga (si Daniel) naturally maganda ang puso. Kasi kahit ano naman ‘yung pagpapalaki nating magulang, indibidwal pa din siyang tao. Kung magiging masama siya ay choice niya yon. Nagkataon na ang choice niya ay maging maayos at makinig pa din sa akin,” Estrada added. Estrada noted that aside from being humble, her son is also happy being a homebody. Meanwhile, Estrada said she doesn’t see anything wrong if Padilla decides to change his religion in the future because of Kathryn Bernardo, who is a member of Iglesia Ni Cristo. “Hindi naman napag-usapan kahit kailan ‘yon, hindi ko siya tinanong pero ako naman, open naman ako for the better. Okay sa akin, wala akong kwestiyon sa relihiyon,” she said, adding that she herself wants to study the Koran. For his part, Padilla seemed content with whatever he has with Bernardo right now. “Yun ang tama,” he said when asked why he’s not being linked to other Read More …
Sep 012014
President Benigno S. Aquino III seen here being greeted by Rev. Fr. Othello Bartolome, Our Lady of Piat parish priest, during his visit to the Our Lady of Piat Basilica Menore in Piat, Cagayan last August 18 says he has colds when asked to comment if he will take the Ice Bucket Challenge. (MNS Photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – Pass. That was President Benigno Aquino III’s response when asked about the ice bucket challenge that has been trending on the Internet. “Huwag na muna nating pag-usapan dahil una kong ivo-volunteer (icha-challenge) si (Media Relations Undersecretary) Rey Marfil,” Aquino said in jest during an interview with Bombo Radyo on Thursday. The President added that he was also feeling a bit under the weather. “Lalo ngayon may sipon ako medyo… (Especially now I have a cold),” he said. His answer was no different from Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda’s response on Wednesday to a radio reporter. “May lagnat ako ngayon at may ubo (I have fever and cough),” he said laughing during a Palace press briefing. Lacierda, who kept coughing during the interview, said he would just donate money to the cause. The ice bucket challenge first became popular in the United States to help promote awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Participants are filmed while having a bucket of ice water poured on them. They would then have to nominate others to do the same challenge. Those nominated should do the challenge within 24 hours or donate to the ALS Association. According to Read More …