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BGC branch is Khao Khai’s 7th in Metro Manila, weathering the pandemic.  The Thai diner concept Khao Khai “Thai Chicken House”, which introduced the authentic and unbeknown flavors of Northern Thai cuisine in the Philippines, has recently unveiled its new branch located at 2/f Crossroads, Bonifacio Global City. First opened in Poblacion, Makati in 2019, Khao Khai has expanded into a portfolio of seven branches all through the course of the pandemic – the most challenging years in the restaurant industry. Owned and operated by Making Fine Group, the same F&B group behind Tiger Sugar, Gram Cafe & Pancakes, and Chunky Boss, its growth is being driven by the warm reception of the local dining crowd to some of the least known flavors of Thailand from Chiang Mai and Isan – one that goes beyond the usual Pad Thai or Green Chicken Curry. Signature Thai Chicken Gai Tod (3pcs) In fact, diners coming to Khao Khai will not find the usual Thai staples on the menu. Instead of Pad Thai, B...

One of the galleries that will be participating in Art in the Park 2023 is Art Cube Gallery featuring Isko Andrade for special exhibits. For this year’s art fair, 60 exhibit booths representing galleries, art collectives, independent art spaces, and student groups will be showcasing and selling an assortment of exceptional pieces by seasoned and rising artists Looking to build your art collection on a budget? Don’t miss this chance as the annual Art in the Park, famed for being the most anticipated affordable art fair in the country, returns outdoors on March 19, at Jaime Velazquez Park, Makati City to mark its 17th year of celebrating and championing Filipino artistry. The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) once again teamed up with Art in the Park 2023 to offer flexible payment options for fairgoers with BPI Cards when they shop for art at the exhibit-sale, which runs for one whole day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. “BPI has been supporting Art in the Park for continuously uplifting the v...

Are you a big fan of gata-based dishes? If you’re someone who loves using the magic of coconut milk in your favorite recipes, then you’re probably familiar with how challenging it is to handle sometimes. Not because it is hard to cook with, but because of the preparation process when using it as an ingredient. For example, if you are someone who prefers using freshly squeezed gata, then you might need to do the tedious task of squeezing your own coconut milk. If you’re lucky enough to get an already squeezed version from your suki at the market, however, then you usually need to use it as soon as possible to keep it from spoiling. This can be a little challenging because it means that you always have to plan to cook your favorite gata dishes. But what if your loved ones want to have a taste of them stat and you don’t have time to run to the market anymore? As a homemaker, cooking our family’s favorite dishes is one of the best ways that we show and express our love. There’s nothing mor...

  "Painting is poetry that is seen  rather than felt, and poetry is  painting that is felt rather than seen."  -Leonardo Da Vinci In observance of Women’s Month, SM City Sta Mesa the new Centerpoint proudly brings art closer to public with an art exhibit entitled Pinay featuring the latest collection of hand-painted art by seasoned one-eyed artist Rommel Rico aka Virrco this time in a souvenir item which is a miniature boat locally called paraw. From March 1-31, witness the art tribute to the heroics of Pinay women of different occupations each uniquely painted in each paraw depicting Pinay be she a homemaker, teacher, nurse local or OFW in a very captivating fashion and colorful vibe. VIRRCO collaborates with Paraw World Souvenir  For a fabulous world class hand painted art of  Pinay One-eyed painting.  And, The idea of hand-painted paraw stemmed from the imaginative collaboration of Paraw World and Virrco that resulted in a unique souvenir art f...

As renewed interest in cocktails continue to grow, bartenders are also taking the spotlight, and in El Nido and Siargao, two bartenders are paving the way for women to shine in a male-dominated industry.  Sharleen Antonio works with her husband and fellow bartending professional, Larry Guevara, in one of Palawan’s top beach destinations. Riza Delguime, meanwhile, is a bartender for a leading resort in the country’s surfing haven. Creating Tanduay-Infused Cocktails Both women have been bartending for years and share a preference for Tanduay in creating cocktails. “It’s very easy to mix in cocktails because of its unique and bold character. I usually go for the classic Tanduay Dark Rum in my root beer and rum with a squeeze of fresh lemon,” Antonio said. She shared that they used Tanduay rums in her bar management class back in college, so she is very familiar with the brand. Collaborating with the brand, she came up with three Tanduay-infused cocktails that are perfect for any time ...

SM Scholar Alumna pursues a career in SPED Teaching surpasses the realms of jobs or professions–it encompasses service, vocation, and life mission. Proving this day and night are millions of Filipino teachers who stand as second mothers to students. One of them is Rosalie Macaspac, an SM scholar alumna who chose to pursue a career in Special Education (SPED). Life’s work Choosing to teach, especially pursue SPED, is a path less travelled. Out of over 800,000 public school teachers, only about 4,000 are in SPED, and Rosalie is one of the few who took the path. For 21 years now, the SM scholar alumna has dedicated her life to teaching SPED students. She wanted to empower and give special children a voice by advocating the welfare of deaf learners. Rosalie Macaspac (left) interprets the contents of the program for her students. W ith much dedication and determination to have the right skills for her students, she pursued graduate studies in special education and Filipino sign language at ...

Stability is the foundation of a well-lived life. With basic needs fulfilled, people have the opportunity to develop themselves, explore various facets of life, and contribute to the welfare of the community. When aspiring youth, especially those from low-income households, are given the chance to stand on solid ground, they readily take the chance. They utilize it as a seedbed where they can cultivate their dreams and aspirations. One testament to this is SM scholar alumna Jonnah Jane Sacamay, who grew up in a family where stability seemed like an uncharted territory. Years back, Jonnah’s family’s main source of living was flower farming. This made them walk on a thin line as the demand for flowers was seasonal, and they were also often affected by unpredictable weather disturbances. But while they had journeyed through life with uncertainty, they had always planted in her mind the power of education. “Given that the nature of farming is very seasonal, our income is not stable. Aside ...

  SM Supermalls has been supportim Earth Hour and the WWF since the initiative was first held in the Philippines in 2008. This year, customers, tenants and employees at SM malls nationwide are once again encouraged to “Give an Hour for Earth” as SM Supermalls joins the annual Global Lights Switch Off from 8:30 PM to 9:30PM on March 25. This day also marks the start of the World Wildlife Fund’s Virtual Earth Hour Run, a self-paced run supported by SM Cares, to be held from March 25 to April 30, 2023. The run aligns with SM Supermalls’ bid to make “Earth Hour, Any Hour” as participants are encouraged to adopt an eco-friendly lifestyle by running and win prizes along the way. Joiners may register here and tag SM Cares and WWF as they post their stopovers at SM malls with hashtag #BiggestHourForEarth and #EarthHourVirtualRun. Aside from these, SM Supermalls has been pushing to minimize its carbon footprint in support of the global green movement through various programs ranging from r...

In solidarity with earthquake-hit countries Türkiye and Syria, SM Foundation Inc. (SMFI) sent aid through the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) last Feb. 27, 2023. Represented by SM Foundation Health and Medical Programs Executive Director Connie Angeles, SMFI handed 200 units of gasoline generators to PRC to provide power to the quake-stricken Türkiye and Syria. Additionally, the social good arm of SM also donated Php5 million to help address the needs of earthquake victims. The aid comes after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit southeast Türkiye and northwest Syria. The disaster was followed by a magnitude 6.3 earthquake, hitting southern Turkiye, which led to additional casualties and damages. To learn more about SM Foundation’s social good programs, visit www.sm-foundation.org or follow its social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube): @SMFoundationInc SMFI’s Connie Angeles (second from left) hands the donation to PRC chairperson Dick Gordon (third from left). Joining...

  BingoPlus marked its first year anniversary with a red carpet-BingoPlus Night on March 4 at the Grand Hyatt Manila, its first-ever evening grand event since its launch in 2022. Celebrity brand endorsers, Luis Manzano, and Maine Mendoza, led other celebrities in celebrating the event. The glitz-and-glam party which was simultaneously live on the official Facebook page of Viva and BingoPlus started at 6:30 pm with Viva artists Bela Padilla, Sam Concepcion, and Kim Molina walking the red carpet. The main program kicked off later in the evening with a sizzling song and dance number by Josh of SB19. Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid serenaded the audience followed by first BingoPlus female celebrity endorser Maine Mendoza doing a dance number. Highlight of the show was a surprise number by the  Unkabogable  Vice Ganda who rocked the night with a song and dance number. The event was aired live on TV5 and Oneph. Over and above the non-stop fun and entertainment, BingoPl...