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PhilConstruct Mindanao 2019: the largest construction show in the region now on its 10th year

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 6, 2019

Featuring more than 300 brands in construction and HVAC & R brands in exposition PHILCONSTRUCT Mindanao – the much-awaited annual industry event in the region – opens with a massive showcase of more than 300 brands for its 10th year. The event is open from September 6 to September 8 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier Mall from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm (except on the last day where it will close at 5:00 pm). Admission is free. For the past decade, the event has been an effective platform in connecting industry professionals, business owners and consumers which makes it the no. 1 industry showcase in the region for 10 solid years now. “This event has been the venue for industry dialogue and collaboration between the key players and policy makers every year. A decade of successful partnerships is truly what makes PHILCONSTRUCT Mindanao your ideal sourcing venue […]

Alden Richards & The Gift co-stars visit Davao for Kadayawan 2019

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 23, 2019

Kapuso actor Alden Richards makes a special trip to Davao this weekend to join the celebration of Kadayawan Festival courtesy of GMA Network’s regional arm GMA Regional TV. Together with Alden are his co-stars in his upcoming primetime series The Gift—Mikee Quintos, Thia Thomalla, Ysabel Ortega, and Martin del Rosario. The cast will be at The Atrium, Gaisano Grand Citygate in Buhangin, Davao City this Friday (August 23) for a Kapuso Mall Show at 4 pm. The following day (August 24), Alden and his co-stars will board the Kapuso Float for the Pamulak sa Kadayawan Float Parade. GMA Regional TV makes this year’s Kapuso Float Parade Participation extra special as GMA TV 5 Davao airs “Pamulak sa Kadayawan: A GMA Regional TV One Mindanao Special Live Coverage” beginning 8 am. The TV coverage will be hosted by One Mindanao anchors Tek Ocampo, Sarah Hilomen-Velasco, and Real Sorroche. Live updates along the parade route will be reported by […]

Solane Kitchen Hero Chef’s Edition goes to Mindanao

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 15, 2019

#SolaneKitchenHero Solane, the popular LPG solutions brand, is taking its grandest culinary competition to Mindanao as it kicks off a series of regional cook-offs for the Solane Kitchen Hero Chefs’ Edition, the first-ever cooking contest that aims to discover the next big name in the culinary world. After going to 8 different regions in Luzon and Visayas, the nationwide culinary tilt will start off with the competition at the Robinsons Place in General Santos. This will be followed by competition legs in Davao and Cagayan De Oro. “Mindanao is home to some of the country’s culinary treasures and the most talented chefs in the country,” says Isla LPG Corp. CEO Ruben Domingo. “Through the Solane Kitchen Hero competition, we aim to recognize these chefs who are vital in bringing Filipino cuisine to the world stage. At the same time, we are on a quest to explore and highlight Filipino specialties that are […]

Alone/Together Now on SKY PPV

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 17, 2019

“Alone/Together,” the blockbuster comeback film of Kapamilya love team Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil, airs on SKY Pay-Per-View starting July 13 to 31. Antoinette Jadaone, the writer and director of the film admitted she had reservations if Liza and Enrique could deliver what she wanted from her characters. But after working with them, she said that the two will go a long way in showbiz. “Alone/Together,” which grossed P370 million worldwide, is the fourth team-up of Liza and Enrique but it is their first film with Black Sheep targeting millennials. The film centers on Christine (Liza) and Raf (Enrique), ex-college sweethearts who meet again after five years. Tin now works as the secretary of her boyfriend Gregory (Adrian Alandy), a busy businessman, while Raf is an emergency room physician who just received an award for his exemplary public service. See where their reunion takes them and if they will […]

Baristas’ Quest in Davao, Baguio and Cebu, now open for registration

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 28, 2019

Calling all baristas and coffee enthusiasts in the Philippines! The registration is now open for Baristas’ Quest, a campaign of competitions created for baristas and coffee enthusiasts to showcase their skills in coffee that will take place in Davao, Baguio and Cebu this July. Three different competitions are prepared for the month-long campaign. If you can identify a unique coffee in a set of cups, you may join the Flavors + Profiles: Coffee Triangulation—a cup tasting activity that will be held at the Frog Kaffe in Davao City on July 3. For artists who can create designs using milk, Baguio City will be having the Coffee + Art: Latte Art Throwdown at Halfroom Coffee on July 10. Meanwhile, for individuals who can extract rich coffee flavors into a cup, the Kettle + Cup: Coffee Brewing Challenge is set to happen at the Tightrope Coffee in Cebu City on July 25. […]

PACQUIAO VS THURMAN for WBA Super Welterweight Belt

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 26, 2019

Catch it live via SKY SPORTS PAY-PER-VIEW Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao guns for another win in a major boxing bout as he challenges Keith Thurman for the WBA Super Welterweight World Championship this July 21 (Sunday) live via SKY Sports Pay-Per-View. The reigning WBA (regular) Welterweight World Champion faces an opponent ten years his junior after successfully defeating Adrien Broner last January and Lucas Matthysse in the latter part of 2018. Pacquiao currently holds a boxing record of 61-7-2 with 39 wins coming via knockout. On the other hand, Keith Thurman also known by the moniker, “One Time,” is coming from a majority decision win over Josesito Lopez. He owns an unblemished record of 30-0-0 with 22 wins via knockouts and one No Contest. Local boxing analyst Ed Tolentino said in an interview by news.abs-cbn.com that the bout between Thurman and Pacquiao will be a good one, stating that […]

SKYCable pay-per-view movies for June

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 23, 2019

Kapamilya stars Xian Lim, Enzo Pineda, and Joem Bascon’s movies bring delight to viewers as they are featured in SKYcable Movies Pay-Per-View until June 28. Xian Lim and Louise de los Reyes play lovers in “Hanggang Kailan?” Donnie (Xian) and Kath (Louise) celebrate their second anniversary as a couple in Saga, Japan,. But as days pass, Kath feels it is right to end their relationship. Find out if the couple will be able to save their relationship or decide to part ways. Another interesting team-up also topbills SKYcable Movies Pay-Per-View this month featuring Enzo Pineda and Winwyn Marquez in “Time & Again.” Watch Winwyn as she plays the role of Apol, a writer and a waitress who falls for a customer, Ozzi (Enzo). In a series of events, Apol receives a watch that can turn back time. See how she uses it to her advantage. A different Joem Bascon will be seen by viewers as he portrays a disillusioned and suicidal Jose […]

Whirlpool Philippines (EXATECH) launches new products

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 20, 2019

I got the chance to witness the unveiling of the latest addition to Whirlpool’s home appliances together with various dealers and partners from the Visayas and Mindanao region last week. The launch was held at Marco Polo Davao. The event was even made more exciting because it was hosted by the charming Ms. Donita Rose. We got first dibs at the three brand new appliance models as Whirlpool and Excellence Appliance Technologies, Inc. (Exatech) demonstrated all the unique features of these products. The first product to be featured was the capacious 30-liter MWP Vancouver microwave oven. The integrated handle and touch-screen design makes it easy to operate even for first-time users. The grill and steam function also makes it flexible for all kinds of cooking needs. The next product was the innovative Bloomwash Inverter Plus washing machine. The Zen Direct Drive Inverter Technology allows a quiet yet high wash performance and ensures high energy savings. […]

Gcash for Good Program is now in Mindanao

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 10, 2019

Gcash, country’s popular money app has just launched it’s newest program “Gcash for Good” in Davao City. It enables Filipinos to share their blessings to non-government organizations (NGOs) that promotes education, care for the environment and animal welfare. Gcash for Good is a first of its kind technology in the Philippines that’s geared towards corporate social responsibility with the use of Gcash App. HOW TO DONATE to Gcash for Good With Gcash for Good, it makes it easier for Gcash users to support their chosen advocacies and can now donate with the use of the app’s QR code. Each NGO partner have their unique QR code which you can scan with your device. You are now able to share even as little as Php1! The money you donate will sure go a long way in empowering the community you support which can in turn address issues across different levels of society […]

NCCC and TraXion launch Ka Partner Program

Written by louiseinthehouse on May 22, 2019

New City Commercial Center (NCCC), a leading supermarket chain in Davao City has recently teamed up with TraXion to boost the development of cooperatives in the Mindanao region. TraXion, a local blockchain company headed by its CEO Ann Cuisia is the technology provider for NCCC’s Ka Partner program which will give perks and trainings to cooperatives in managing their businesses. The said program will comprise of KoopKicks, KoopMart and Ka-Coop Card. Ka-Coop Card will provide benefits such as reduced cost of handling cash loans, online-real time credit line management, contribute data to their member’s credit score plus the ease of seamless, cashless shipping. The card is digitally equipped with QR code. With KoopKicks, NCCC supports an aspiring entrepreneur while KoopMart provides supplies and system to the cooperatives. NCCC CEO Lafayette Lim said this project aims to promote real community development by placing the cooperative sector in the frontline of technological advancement.