Mom's World of Arts and Happiness

All roads led to the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, at a recently concluded branch opening of the country’s leading medical spa- The Zen Institute. Owned and headed by Dra. Mary Jane “MJ” S. Torres , the   newest center of The Zen Institute is now located at the Ground Floor of the Bonifacio Technology Center along 31st Street corner 2nd Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. It promises to be the latest destination of choice for Zen Institute clients in the Taguig and Makati areas.           

Ordinary can be extra ordinary with a little imagination and a good product at hand. This is the time of the year when the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the everyday gets transformed to something magical. You see it in homes already dressed up in glittering and bright lights, or in the warm feeling that wafts in the air during family reunions, or perhaps on how we uplift our character and mindset to become better persons. Indeed, the holiday season is a time to look with fresh eyes on all that surrounds us in our daily lives. Take the dinner table as an example. While we love to pile it up with all things special for this season like delectable hams or exquisite cheeses, it will not be complete without our bread to brighten up our dining experience and make it even more extraordinary and exciting.

Who is Enteng Kabisote? If you can’t answer that question then maybe I could say that you’re an alien. Someone who lived out of this planet are the only once who don’t know the answer to that question. For so many years now, Enteng Kabisote has been a part of MMFF.  I may say that if there’s MMFF, then there’s an Enteng Kabisote movie on that list. A gentlemen’s agreement was what seals it all, that’s what Bossing Vic answered to me. Agimat and Enteng Kabisote teamed up last MMFF 2012 and I was curious why they did it again this year. Not only did the two bankable artist team-up but added another bonus, with the addition of Ms. Judy Ann Santos as AKO It was a night of fun as Bossing Vic, answered one question after another from bloggers when we were invited to join the  “ Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote at si AKO ”  Blogger’s Conference held at Annabel’s Timog.

My priorities changes when I become a mother, it’s not about me anymore but all about my children. Since the birth of my eldest, my plans were always about their future. I map out a plan as how they can express their full potentials whether academic or in their extra curricular. I started their formation when they entered they pre-school days at St. Paul Pasig. Every student need to have an extra curricular or gift as they call it in school. My interest was caught by a picture in the bulletin board where a group of student violinist played at Dusit Hotel. That was the start of the so many lessons they attended; violin lesson, ballet lesson, art lesson, piano lesson and attending workshop plus watching shows that has a connection with their art.

I always say that when you served your food to your guest, served it with a style. One of the best ways of presenting your cuisine to your guest is through your food equipment. This Christmas, all the food and feasting will be especially meaningful as family and friends gather together to celebrate the season—and if food is the way to man’s (and a woman’s, too) heart, then the dining experience will be even more heart-warming when food presentation is made in an appetizing style and an elegant setting. We make your concern which meal to get first, and not how to keep the food in order. Serve food in the best way available. Rossetti offers a wide range of food service products to meet the challenge of giving that heart warming dining experience.

Seen in the photo above (from left) Inigo Cruz, JM Lagumbay, Yayo Aguila, Tutuban Properties, Inc.’s Business Unit Head Ms. Gina Villamor, VP for Special Projects Mr. Stephen Yap, Tenant Relations Manager Mr. Chris Sioson and celebrity twins Kenny & Toffi Santos. In the midst of the cold breeze of the holiday season, the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the Open Parking lot of Tutuban center, a popular shopping hub in the country, was held recently.    People flocked the venue and excitedly waited for the lighting ceremonies. Everyone were all smiles as they participated in the countdown before the 35-feet tall Christmas tree was finally lighted. The crowd who attended the event cheered as this event signifies the start of the happiest time of the year. The traditional lighting of the Christmas tree is part of the celebration of Bonifacio Day to remember the sacrifices and bravery of one of the greatest Filipino heroes, Gat Andres Bonifacio.

I have seen her and meet her several times, but this Mrs. Hanepbuhay has so many things still unknown to everyone.  Having the passion to serve just like her husband Senator Manny Villar, Mrs. Cynthia Villar has spearheaded activities that she think will best benefit the residents of Las Pinas City.  On the recent opening of Villar Sipag - the Villar Social Institute of Poverty Alleviation & Governance (SIPAG) along C-5 Extension in Pulang Lupa Uno, she once again proves that poverty is not a hindrance if you just strive to be successful. Mrs. Cynthia Villar deliver a speech that I think should be known to everyone, so that they too will be inspired as to what this lady had done.

Parol has been a symbol of Christmas season. A paról is an ornamental, star-shaped  Christmas lantern. It is traditionally made out of bamboo and paper and comes in various sizes and shapes, but generally the basic star pattern remains dominant. The design of the paról evokes the star of Bethlehem that guided the  Three Kings to the manger. Whether, a parol that hangs on our houses are simple or grand, it signifies our hope and good will during the Christmas season. The city of Las Pinas understand this tradition and  once again proved that it is ‘the lantern capital of Metro Manila’ as residents of its barangays showed their ingenuity in creating the best Christmas parols (lanterns) using recycled and indigenous materials at the 7th Parol Festival’s lantern-making competition. Parol Festival has become a popular event in Metero Manila and in other parts of the country as well. Ms. Cynthia Villar, Managing Director of the Villar ...

Garfield Holiday Party was held at the Mall of Asia Arena last December 8-9, 2012. Garfield hosts a fancy tea party for the kids. Load of fun and surprises are showcase, to the delight of the kids and the kids at heart. There are games with exciting prizes. A fashion show was held  showcasing the latest Holiday collection. Lots of vibrant, colorful and trendy pieces are sure to brighten up any kid’s wardrobe. The Garfield apparel collection are not only stylish but comfortable, easy to mix and match and incredible affordable. 

I believe if you’re an artist, everything and anything is your canvass. Avida Land recently host a Christmas 3D street painting contest at the Avida Towers Centera located at Mandaluyong City. For its second year, the theme for this years contest is “ Pasko Natin: Ang Diwa ng Pasko sa Pilipinas”   With 20 groups competing, it was a tough decision to make for judges National Artist Fil Dela Cruz and Igan D’Bayan , a Filipino visual artist and critic.

Quantum Films and MJM Productions presented today to the media its newest venture: The Strangers . The event was held at Dolce Latte, and together with other bloggers; it was a chilling experience. If you’re looking for something new when it comes to horror and will you chill, The Strangers is surely your game. The Strangers cast grace the event. I was able to meet Julia Montes, Enrique Gil, Cherry Pie Picache, Janice De Belen, Nico Antonio and Enchong Dee. Director Lawrence Anthony Fajardo was even ready to answer some question from the media.

Having a facial is a must if want my opinion. Taking care of our skin is something that we must prioritize when it comes to wellness. I was told that our skin is an important part of us that we have to keep it smooth and glowing. I had my Casmara facial before and I thought that it was the best, never thinking that Diana Stalder could still outdo themselves once more. Last week, I was invited by Diana Stalder at a Sparty in one of their branch. Diana Stalder Svelte is located at One Orchard Bldg.  inside Eastwood City. Diana Stalder , the pioneer in facial and skin care centers reveal on that day one amazing anti-aging secret with the Casmara Stem Cell Facial.

The 14 th floor of ELJ Building of ABS-CBN is in pandemonium. The reason for this was the presscon of Sisterakas . The three blockbuster artist like Phenomenal Box-Office Star Vice Ganda, Queen of All Media Kris Aquino and Comedy concert Queen AiAi delas Alas will grace us with their presence.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and IBM today signed an agreement to collaborate on developing a comprehensive analytics education master plan for Philippine higher education institutions in order to prepare the country’s workforce for the emerging trend towards analytics. Created as part of a broad agenda of reforms on the country’s education system, CHED is responsible for formulating plans, policies and strategies relating to higher education.  The Commission on Higher Education will cooperate with IBM to review the existing academic curriculum, and recommend courses to develop the necessary skills in the areas of analytics; identify job opportunities which will be created in key industries as a result of the application of analytics; and form a Smarter Education Consortium with membership from academe, government and industry to act as an advisory council and consultative body on next generation education policies and reforms.

Christmas time is gift giving time. I suggested that we put a lot of thought with regards to what to give. Let it be practical and lasting, for the one we are giving the gift area our love ones. Instead of choosing the latest electronic gadget, clothes, or even a car, why not choose to give the gift of health to a family member or any loved one this Christmas? Giving the gift of health can be in any form, like membership in a fitness center, new exercise shoes or perhaps a complete set of health supplements. But why bother with those when you can give a health juicer and all you need are either vegetables or fruits, and a little creativity and know-how in combining them to make great-tasting—and healthy—juices?

It’s Christmas time, and a lot of you are looking at gifts for your gals over in the fragrance section. If you’re like most men, though, you may find it a bit overwhelming, if not downright confusing. But fear not fragrance shoppers. If you’re reading this, you’re already on the right scent. What’s a base note? What’s the difference between musky and woody? Which of the designer names do women really like? And since when does channel number 5 make perfume? Boy, oh boy, oh boys, here we go again. Fragrances make for fantastic Christmas gifts IF you know what you’re looking for. And, luckily for you, I’m going to tell you what that should be. First, determine your girl’s personality. From there, you can get a good idea of what kind of scents she’ll like. Second, select a specific fragrance. You can do this based on your own personal knowledge of what she likes. Or you can do this based on your budget constraints because, yes, you do have options. You may now exhale in relief.  ...

There are awards that you just have to get. AnakTV is just something you can let pass you by.  All hard work and long hours of research and give it all and be recognized is just something to treasure. Proudly showing the Anak TV awards are, from left, Jenice Santos, Researcher and Post Production Supervisor of I Got It! and Why Not! ; Nash Aguas, host of Why Not!, Grace Panganiban, Executive Producer of I Got It! and Why Not! and Archie Alemania, host of I Got It! ABS-CBN children shows, I Got It! and Why Not! once again, received the Anak TV seal in the recently –concluded Anak TV Awards which was hosted by sports and child advocate and Anak TV official spokeperson, Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski. 

Good news to all Goodhousekeeping readers and subscriber, this event is for you. Just bring a December copy of Goodhousekeeping  to be able to get access to the Goodhousekeeping Try this Expo . One magazine is good for one attendee. Children below 12 years old can enter the event for free. A lot of wonderful surprises awaits to all of the attendees. See you there

Fashion and technology display an exemplary union with Bench and O+ pushing for going beyond the ordinary. Coinciding with the competition, the biggest supersale on fashion and technology was mounted by Bench and O+ at the new Glorietta Activity Center from 1PM-9PM. With the guiding principle of sharing without limits, last December 2, 2012 at the new Glorietta 1 Activity Center at 5:00pm, Bench/ and O+ set to cultivate a new-breed of Filipino fashionistas by highlighting unsung heroes in the world of fashion—the stylists.

Who want pizza pasta and steak? If you’re an avid fan of this Italian cuisine, then I suggest you visit the Marciano’s Pizza Pasta Steak Resto located in Foodstreet SM Southmall which formally opened its door last Nov. 30, 2012. Marciano’s Pizza Pasta Steak was named after the great heavyweight Italian Boxer Rocky Marciano. The big bosses of Sumosam Resto Group had gone to a two week business trip to New York to search this Italian cuisine that will suit the Filipino taste. I hope I had it right, but they had gone through 2 lunches, 4 dinners to be able to find the taste they wanted.

Visiting a friend has its benefits. Why? Because you can make chika and discover new places while bonding. I lived in Maybunga Pasig while my friend lives in Santolan Pasig. Not far from his residence is this beautiful house that you won’t failed to notice for the reason it was painted pink all over. The Pink House Salon & Spa is a neighborhood salon that provides services from head to food, as in; they have everything in one roof. Don’t get intimidated by its appearance, it may look glamorous but they really are affordable. You can get your total makeover, but need not worry about your budget. Let's start my make-over beautification  Footspa - P120.00 Manicure - P 50.00 Pedicure - P 60.00 Total - P 230.00

 The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) , Inter-country Adoption Board (ICAB) and McCann Erickson launched Thursday their Advocacy Campaign on Adoption entitled, “Love Sees beyond Differences” yesterday, Nov. 29, 2012 at the Active Fun Bldg., BGC. Peter and Darlene Skopakow, have Mary Jane in their life just recently, they already have Mark but they wanted to spread their love to this two beautiful children. Peter is not on the photo since he is so busy taking care of the kids.

For those entrepreneurs like myself, here’s an information that I think would help us in managing our business. Running a small or medium-sized business can be challenging: besides the problems faced at the workplace and daily operations, entrepreneurs must also take care of their office premises, vehicles, machinery and other fixed assets. The question, for many SMBs, is how to find solutions that are effective yet also affordable. Globe Business M2M-Fleet Management Service allows business owners to track the location of company vehicles while these are on the move. This lets them know if a company vehicle arrived at its destination on-time. They can also assess the best travel route a company vehicle can take or find an alternative route in cases of heavy traffic or obstructions. 

I was so stress out due to my trip to Nueva Ecija; just imagine the 8 hours that my body has to endure just so that I could support my daughter with regards to her ballet performance on that town. My best remedy for this kind of situation, pampering myself. Nailandia Nail Studio & Body Spa Pampering me was a need that must be address to make sure that I could cope with all the stress and fatigue that my body had to go through everyday. Located along Tomas Morato is the new spa that gives the new meaning of pampering. Not limiting their services to manicure and pedicure, Nailandia Nail Studio & Body Spa makes my day of relaxation more memorable.

click here for more photos As WOW World of Wellness Direct Sales looks forward to its third year of fulfilling its mission of being the preferred ally of the wellness needs of the community, it celebrated its 2nd year anniversary on Nov. 24, 2012 at Starmall Trade Hall, Shaw Blvd.  It turned out to be a perfect get-together of WOW distributors and wellness enthusiasts along with Ms Cory Quirino, WOW’s medical consultants, management and staff, as all enjoyed themselves to the hilt with its WOWork-out theme!

Click Here for More Photos Christmas is the time to joyful and merry and no Christmas is complete without our Christmas light. With this in mind Meralco once again opens its Liwanag Park to the public in time for the Christmas season. The park features light displays and attractions like Christmas figures made of scrap copper wire, a mini train ride for visitors, the Toy Town and a bazaar among others. In recent years, the park has been recognized as a must-see Christmas destination in the metro. The park will be open to the public every day, until January 6, from 6-10 PM.

Good news to all loyal customers of   Nails.Glow  NAILS.Glow, our neighbourhood Hand and Foot Spa recently forged partnership with pH Care through the latter’s wide sampling drive. Each target customer of NAILS.Glow who will visit from its 22 branches, will receive free sample sachets and educational pamphlets courtesy of the leading feminine wash brand. Both companies are advocate of women’s health care and feminine hygiene and this is a fitting program as NDG celebrates its GLOWful 3rd year anniversary. In the photo from left to right- Ms Ria O. Vallejo-PH Care Account Dev't Specialist, Ms Ay M. Sieveret-Marketing Director of RCB Communications Edge, Inc, Ferdie Opena-Franchise Relations Manager of NDG, Ms Ana Jay C. Opena- Gen Manager of NAILS.Glow, Ms Wella Velarde- Gen Admin Manager and Ms Catherine Pielago-Training Manager. Visit www.nailsdotglow.com for further information.

When asked what Filipino mixed martial arts (MMA ) fighters can improve on to make it into the “big leagues” in the United States, champions from Bellator Fighting Championships (Bellator) pointed to one discipline: wrestling. “At the end of the day it’s the wrestlers that you see in MMA who are doing best,” said Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler in an interview. “That’s a really good base to have.” This view is echoed by fellow fighter and Bellator welterweight champion Ben Askren who gave reasons why having an amateur wrestling background is a big deal.

GLOBE BUSINESS AMBASSADOR Darlyn Ty is the winner of the Agora Award for Entrepreneurship, given by the Philippine Marketing Association in recognition of marketing excellence achieved by individuals and companies.   The ceremonies were held at the Hotel Inter-Continental in Makati City on October 16, 2012. click here to continue reading  >>>>>>>