by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 23, 2021 | Business
As quarantine restrictions have been eased a bit in NCR+, The Manila Hotel reopens its Lobby Lounge on May 24, 2021, after the temporary suspension of dining services due to the ECQ.
The reopening of The Lobby Lounge gives valued guests a perfect opportunity to enjoy its perks again: great food, meeting and endless conversation with friends and business partners, excellent service, and free Wi-Fi internet connection.
More than a typical café setup, the Lobby Lounge is quiet, comfortable, and spacious, which also means that guests are kept at a distance from each other and enjoy a bit of privacy with high-backed seats. Cleaned and sanitized daily, the health and hygiene protocols put in place by The Manila Hotel includes fresh air dampers that circulate fresh outdoor air into the lobby, which is also sanitized by air microfilters.
kare-kare
club sandwich
The Lobby Lounge is also a grand heritage setting for a relaxing afternoon: with its white Doric columns, Philippine mahogany furniture with elegant chandeliers made of brass, crystal, and capiz seashells. More than our stellar interior, it serves hot meals like Sinigang na Salmon, Kare Kare, Crispy Pata, and other local delights.
You can also enjoy the lavish “Merienda Especial” Filipino Afternoon Tea that includes native delicacies like Bibingka and Puto Bumbong paired with our specialty grade coffee beans, hot chocolate, or tea.
Try the filling Manila Hotel club sandwich or assorted pastries. And escape the punishing weather outside when you relax in the cool interiors and enjoy fruit teas or our Halo-Halo.
The Manila Hotel’s The Lobby Lounge is known for its exceptional facilities and warm service. It also assures its guests that “You are safe here” as we strictly adhere to stringent health and safety protocols.
The Lobby Lounge is open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 9 pm. For more information, call 85270011.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 22, 2021 | Food & Beverage
For the second consecutive summer, Filipinos are spending their time indoors at home due to the pandemic. Many of us have found creative ways to have fun and beat the summer heat, such as setting up inflatable pools, enjoying time with family in air-conditioned rooms while watching Netflix, and sipping refreshing ice-cold beverages.
One of the best ways to quench our thirst during this scorching season is with a delicious cup of milk tea. After two summers in lockdown, we have definitely ordered our favorite milk tea from our usual shops. However, it’s time to switch things up and try Tea Talk: the next must-visit milk tea shop!
Tea Talk features special milk tea concoctions made from authentic ingredients, making it one of the up-and-coming local milk tea shops worth checking out. Avoid going stir-crazy during the quarantine and create memorable bonding moments with your family while enjoying Tea Talk’s refreshing summer coolers.
Tea Talk Boba Brown Sugar Milk
If you’re in search of a delicious dessert-like beverage, try Tea Talk’s Brown Sugar Boba Milk.
Made with fresh milk and brown sugar syrup, this drink offers a sweet caramel flavor, a hint of arnibal, and a delightfully silky texture.
Are you looking for a refreshing and healthy drink that will satisfy your taste buds? Try Tea Talk’s Matcha Milk.
Made with fresh milk, natural sweeteners, and matcha flavor, one sip of this drink will have you hooked.
If you’re undecided or don’t have a specific flavor in mind, you can’t go wrong with a cup of signature Tea Talk Milk Tea.
Made with rich and creamy fresh milk and topped with tapioca pearls. This drink offers a simple yet delicious taste that you can enjoy.
Are you ready to try something new and unique? Tea Talk’s Oolong Milk Tea presents a light and flavorful experience with a nutty aftertaste.
This delightful drink combines classic iced oolong tea with rich, creamy fresh milk, all topped off with chewy tapioca pearls.
Tea Talk Taro Bubble Milk
For milk tea enthusiasts who enjoy a blend of sweet and nutty flavors, Tea Talk’s Taro Bubble Milk is the perfect choice.
This drink is made with natural tea, creamy fresh milk, and a delightful sweet taro flavor, providing you with the energy and fiber boost you need.
For a classic, vanilla-like beverage, Tea Talk’s Thai Milk Tea is a must-try drink.
Made with natural Thai tea flavor and milk, you will enjoy its silky texture and deliciously sweet, creamy taste.
Tea Talk Passion Fruit Special
If you’re looking for a refreshing drink with tropical flavors, Tea Talk’s Passion Fruit Special is the perfect choice.
This beverage is a sparkling iced tea infused with passion fruit, offering delightful natural health benefits. It delivers a sweet taste with a hint of tanginess.
Tea Talk Sakura Red Velvet
If you have a sweet tooth, Tea Talk’s Sakura Red Velvet will give you a creamy velvety cheesecake goodness.
Perfectly crafted Japanese-inspired milk tea, this drink is infused with real cherry extracts and mixed with creamy red velvet cheesecake and blushing pink tapioca pearls.
Tea Talk Wintermelon Fruit Tea
If you’re looking for a refreshing yet calming beverage, consider Tea Talk’s Wintermelon Fruit Tea.
This iced drink blends natural lemon juice with delightful wintermelon tea flavors, providing the perfect balance of sweetness and fruity taste.
What are you waiting for? Enjoy a delightful Tea and Talk experience this summer with your family and quench your thirst with Tea Talk. Find the nearest branch in your area: https://www.teatalk.ph/our-stores/
Tea Talk is the first homegrown milk tea brand in Morong, Rizal. Launched in 2019, Tea Talk offers authentic milk tea and beverages made with high-quality, fresh ingredients. With its uniquely flavored milk tea and a selection of complimentary appetizers and snacks, Tea Talk aims to provide customers with a delightful “Happy Tea and Happy Talk” experience.
For more information, please visit Tea Talk’s official website at teatalk.ph.
You can also like and follow Tea Talk on social media: facebook.com/teatalkmain on Facebook, instagram.com/teatalk.official on Instagram, and tiktok.com/@teatalk.main on TikTok.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 11, 2021 | Food & Beverage
Muslims around the world celebrate the end of the fasting period of Ramadan with Eid al-Fitr, the Festival of Breaking the Fast this May 12, 2021. It is celebrated through prayer, gifts, and lavish feast. While the country is predominantly Catholic, Islam is the second-largest religion in the country. No wonder, Filipinos have become fond of Halal foods.
Halal food is prepared following a set of Islamic dietary laws and regulations that determine what is permissible, lawful, and clean. Any dish can be halal, as long as the meat used is religiously slaughtered and no pork or alcohol is involved.
The Manila Hotel’s Café Ilang-Ilang has a Halal kitchen certified by the Muslim Mindanao Halal Certification Board. This kitchen dedicated to Halal food preparation serves Indian and Middle Eastern-inspired halal dishes that will whet your appetite and pay homage to its traditional roots.
Designed for proper breaking of the fast, The Manila Hotel’s Ramadan Special Halal Home Buffet set comes with dried dates and juice, chickpeas hummus, Fatoush mixed salad, roti and naan bread, vegetable biryani, tandoori chicken, lamb rogan josh, vegetable samosa, and baklava. The set is just one of the three choices for the Halal Certified Home Buffet.
“Our Lamb Rogan Josh is a must-try. It’s imported from Australia and it has the spices and sharpness that will surely be enjoyed by everyone. We can also customize the food according to our customer’s requests. Say you don’t like chili, we can make it milder. We can tweak a dish to please your palate while still being true to its authentic taste,” says Chef Kiran Singh, the hotel’s Halal-trained chef.
Celebrate Eid Al Fitr by ordering any of The Manila Hotel’s Halal Home Buffet sets or dishes, available for Takeout and delivery. Visit https://www.manila-hotel.com.ph/takeout/ for the full menu, or call 8527-0011 or 0998-9501912.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 7, 2021 | Health and Wellness
This World Health Day, Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) – the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the country – reiterates the value of hydration this summer season.
- Drinking enough water and other essential fluids has the following health benefits:
- Regulates body temperature
- Delivers nutrients to cells
- Prevents infections
- Allows organs to function properly
- Improves our mood, cognition, and sleep quality
Medical experts encourage 15 to 20-minute daily exercises to boost our immune system, but excessive sweating may cause dehydration and mineral deficiency. More than water, sports drinks can replace the minerals lost during exercise. One of these is Gatorade, a drink that contains electrolytes to help maintain the body’s ionic balance.
According to the medical website familydoctor.org, “Sports drinks can be helpful if you plan on exercising at higher levels for more than an hour. These drinks contain carbohydrates and electrolytes that can increase your energy.”
PCPPI also produces Gatorade ION, formulated for everyday hydration with ions, low sodium, no preservatives, and no artificial flavors and colors.
Frederick D. Ong
PCPPI President & Chief Executive Officer
“Whether you are playing sports, walking under the sun, or even working from home, the body needs a little boost from hydration drinks. PCPPI has products that will help you stay hydrated, whatever your lifestyle is,” said PCPPI President and Chief Executive Officer Frederick D. Ong.
PCPPI further highlighted the importance of hydration given the threats of COVID-19 and what it can do to our bodies.
According to the American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN), “hydration and nutrition play an important role in our body’s response to and recovery from COVID 19 and is an important part of your medical treatment”. ASPEN stated that drinking “supports the body’s ability to fight the virus and support the body’s immune function”.
“As a company that manufactures beverages, we need to keep our consumers hydrated, especially if they are fighting against any disease, maintaining their body’s full function,” added Ong.
PPCPI manufactures and sells well-known PepsiCo beverages brands such as Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Aquafina, Premier, Sting, Tropicana, and Lipton
About Pepsi Philippines
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) is the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the Philippines, with a relationship spanning 70 years. PCPPI’s principal stockholders are Lotte Corporation, Lotte Chilsung Beverage Co. Ltd., and Quaker Global Investments B.V.
PCPPI manufactures and sells well-known beverage brands: Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Milkis, and Aquafina. It has established 14 operations across the country, serving more than 700,000 outlets and providing employment through its extensive distribution network. PCPPI is committed to creating a positive impact on society with programs focused on environmental sustainability, nutrition, education, and livelihood. For more information, visit www.pepsiphilippines.com.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 1, 2021 | Food & Beverage
Coffee has received a bad reputation for many decades. Aside from allegedly triggering high blood pressure, insomnia, and hyperacidity, the Filipino habit of adding lots of sugar and cream to one’s cup has been said to aggravate diabetes.
While there is no denying the Pinoy coffee fan his morning cup, there is concern over the amount of sugar present in commercial 3-in-1 coffee mixes. The leading brand has 14.6 grams of sugar in one 20-gram sachet alone. Imagine how much sugar you’re taking in if you drink an average of three cups of coffee a day.
What About Sugar-Free Coffee?
For health-conscious individuals, especially diabetics, turning to sugar-free coffee mixes seems to be the only option. This meant enduring tasteless cups of coffee just to satisfy their caffeine fix — until Stevia came along.
Stevia is a low-calorie, zero-sugar sweetener that tastes so much better than artificial sweeteners. Stevia is an herb with a sweet-tasting extract that comes from the leaves of the “Stevia rebaudiana” plant. It has been enjoyed since pre-Columbian South America where indigenous people used the herb to sweeten their tea and other drinks.
The plant’s taste stems from steviol glycosides, molecules that are 250–300 times sweeter than regular sugar. It is an alternative sweetener that can be used on other things besides beverages, but also in cooking and baking. It became popular among health-conscious individuals because stevia has a very low caloric content. This makes it perfect for dieters and people who are trying to lose weight. Moreover, Stevia makes coffee and tea taste so much better without adding any calories.
The Health Advantages of Stevia
Stevia plant [Shutterstock image]
Additionally, while other sugar substitutes like Aspartame have been linked with cancer, there’s no evidence linking stevia to cancer since it is a natural ingredient. This means you can add stevia to dishes and drinks without fear that you’re taking too much sugar, or that you’ll get sick a few years down the road.
For coffee lovers, it’s also good to note that locally-made Glorious Blend coffees and instant beverages have Stevia as its natural sweetener. The blend of natural and healthful ingredients makes the drink refreshing and safe and good for one’s overall health.
The Glorious Blend boasts a full line of healthy drinks, including a 7-in-1 healthy coffee mix. This special blend is made with proven medicinal ingredients like Malunggay, Mangosteen, Calcium, Gotu Kola, and sweetened with Sweet & Fit Stevia. What’s even better is that the Glorious Blend 7in1 Coffee is non-acidic and promotes regular bowel movement.
The Glorious line-up also includes the 3-in-1 coffee mix with Stevia, 7-in-1 choco mix, 4-in-1 coffee with Malunggay, 5-in-1 coffee mix with Brown Rice, and the MaxiTrim coffee.
All Glorious Blend beverages use Stevia which has no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero glycemic indexes. All of their instant drinks will keep you alert and energized throughout the day. In addition, Glorious Blend products are locally sourced and manufactured. Their company supports local farmers, stevia growers, and other agricultural communities.
So if you’ve been cutting back on drinking coffee because of health problems like diabetes or hyperacidity, Glorious Blend coffee mixes are here to help. You can enjoy all the aroma and flavor of freshly made coffee all day — without the guilt!
Now, you can drink coffee for better health! Glorious, isn’t it? For more information about Glorious Blend coffee mixes, check out https://www.facebook.com/gloriousblend.
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