by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 2, 2021 | Beauty
Confidence is truly the new sexy. Nothing is more attractive than a man who exudes the right amount of confidence and sleekness. Good thing, there is Blackwater’s Deo Spray for Men to help one exude confidence and get comfortable in your own skin.
Blackwater Deo Spray for Men is a new set of fragrances that is sure to help every man feel clean and confident at any time of the day.
Blackwater Deo Spray for Men is available in High Spirits, Dark Rebel, Smooth Chaos, and Dark Pleasure. These four citrus-woody scents provide protection from odor-causing germs and keep one smelling great longer – perfect for the busy men on the go.
For only ₱185 per bottle, the Blackwater Deo Spray for Men is available at all leading supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide. You can also shop online via Shopee and Lazada.
Make sure to follow @blackwaterphofficial on Facebook to get all the latest news and updates.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 1, 2021 | Food & Beverage
Naked Salmon Sashimi Cake
Summer is here and in the middle of all the sweltering heat, Salmon HQ has the perfect summer food for you: their famous Salmon Sashimi Cake and Tuna Sashimi Cake. Not only is salmon good for the heart but salmon is also good for the body since it is considered a healthy food.
Salmon contains a specific type of unsaturated fat called omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids lower your risk of dying from heart disease, according to Mayo Clinic. The omega-3 fatty acids in salmon help keep your heart healthy by protecting the health of your blood vessels.
Tuna, on the other hand, is a lean source of protein. Tuna also contains iron, potassium, and B vitamins. It is also an excellent source of selenium, a trace mineral that acts as an antioxidant and may reduce your risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions
Sashimi contains lots of omega-3 fatty acids which is good for both the brain and health. The fatty acids help in lowering the cholesterol in the bloodstream which is always a good thing. These fatty acids also help in promoting good eyesight while the omega-3 fatty acids help stimulate the brain so it can work properly.
Salmon HQ Sushi Overload
These three combined make Salmon HQ the perfect go-to place for your summer eats. You get to eat something delicious and healthy for both your brain and your body. If that isn’t a win-win, we don’t know what is.
Healthy Sushi Bake with Cauliflower Rice
Salmon HQ also offers the best sushi bake this side of the Metro. What sets them apart from the rest is that you can still indulge in their sushi bake because they can easily replace the rice, they use with cauliflower rice for those who are mindful of their weight or are trying to lose weight for a small price increase.
Recognized by Our Awesome Planet, we know that their different sushi bake is definitely food for the Gods. If you are feeling adventurous, try out their Aburi Baked Scallop Baked Sushi or their Takoyaki Baked Sushi. Trust us, you won’t regret it because it will be the experience of a lifetime.
To order, message them on their Facebook Page.
Salmon is also the perfect food to have during lent so make sure to order yours soon.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 1, 2021 | Lifestyle
Unless you occasionally check-in to 3 to 5-star hotels, you probably don’t encounter different kinds of bed linen besides the usual – fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcases, and blanket – and even then, most people don’t even use the flat sheet … or use the flat sheet as a blanket.
What is the purpose of a flat sheet?
A flat sheet is also known as a top sheet. When making a bed, the flat sheet is placed over the fitted sheet and under the blanket. I know of some people who think that the flat sheet is a blanket, but it actually serves a different purpose. This is so that any oils or sweat from our body will rub off on the flat sheet instead of the blanket. Blankets are thicker than flat sheets so it takes longer to dry. Having a flat sheet under a blanket means that we will not have to wash the blanket as often.
In the Philippines where the weather is generally mild and temperate, there is usually no need for a thick blanket. But as the nights get chilly in one blanket does not seem to be enough. I ask myself, do I use two blankets or do I grab the comforter from the linen closet?
Blanket
Whether it is warm or cold most people usually have a blanket on their bed. “Blanket” is an umbrella term commonly used to refer to any cloth covering the top of the bed and used for warmth. Specifically, a blanket is a single piece of cloth (often) made of cotton, wool, or fleece.
The blanket is a symbol of comfort and security, hence the idiom security blanket. Besides warmth, a blanket is also often used as a cover-up, and for modesty. Personally, I cannot sleep without a blanket covering my hips at the very least. Growing up there would be times when my mom would come into my room just to pull the blanket over my legs and higher up my body and shortly after, my legs would stick out again and I would push the blanket down to my waist. 😀
Despite the warmth, my favorite type of blanket is a plush blanket, which is often made of fleece or polyester. The softer it is, the more peaceful my sleep is as well.
Quilt
In simple terms, a quilt is a type of bedding made of 3 layers of cloth – top cloth, batting or wadding (a soft, spongy cloth), and a bottom cloth. The batting could be made of microfibre, wool, fleece, or polyester. The 3 layers are sewn together, not just on the sides but through, often in an ornate pattern but can be sewn in a grid.
Quilts connote nostalgia and tradition. In the past, quilts were made by hand by piecing together scraps of cloth of different types of fabric and color. It was a family activity and a skill passed down from mother to child. They were works of art and labors of love.
The quilts we use today no longer use cloth scraps but are still made by sewing three cloths together. The bottom and top cloths are often different types of cloth. As most quilts have a more eyecatching design, it is perfect to use as a bed topper or thrown across the back of a sofa as a design element for that “rustic look”.
Duvet
In appearance, it would be easy to mistake a duvet for a blanket or even a quilt. Simply put, a duvet is two pieces of cloth sewn together and then stuffed with a soft filling like down, wool, cotton, microfibre, or polyester. Some duvets come with a zipper, pocket, or slit – this makes it easy for us to wash the duvet and wash and change the stuffing.
Duvets can be cool or warm, depending on what you stuff them with so it is a good replacement for a blanket, a quilt, or even a comforter. No stuffing? Boom, it’s a blanket! Lots of stuffing? Boom, it’s a comforter. 🙂
I once bought a bedding set that had a duvet and didn’t know what to do with it. It was square and large and appeared to be a very large pillowcase as it was double layered and had a pocket and flap. I’ve been stuffing it with an old blanket I would normally have thrown away but now I use it as a duvet filler. Yey for repurposing!
Comforter
Comforters and quilts are often interchangeable as there is barely any difference between the two. Comforters, like quilts, are made with 3 layers – top cloth, batting, and bottom cloth. So what makes them different?
- The top and bottom cloth of comforters are made of identical materials.
- Just like quilts, comforters are also sewn through and on the sides in a grid pattern.
- Comforters are fluffier and have a cloud-like feel, and are, therefore, warmer.
- Comforters can be used on their own, without a blanket.
If you are in the market for duvets, quilts, and comforters look no further than Our Home. Visit their website at https://www.ourhome.ph. They have options for regular and contactless shopping. Follow them on their social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram for updates and promos.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 24, 2021 | Discounts, Sales, and Giveaways
Good news for all Landers members! The fastest-growing membership shopping establishment in the country is letting its members enjoy unbelievable fuel savings as it brings its Super Fuel Sale from February 22 to 28.
For a whole week, all members with premium and/or business membership cards can save money on fuel with a discount coupon which they can get for every minimum purchase of Php 3,000 at any Landers Superstore. Members simply have to collect the coupons to avail exclusive fuel discounts in all Landers-Caltex gas stations.
Just present the coupons, along with your membership card before fueling up to avail of the discount. Members can enjoy a minimum of Php 10 off per liter of Platinum, Php 10 off per liter of Silver, and Php 5 off per liter of Diesel. The discount coupons can be used to fuel up one vehicle only and are valid sixty calendar days after the promo duration.
Landers Superstore branches are located at Alabang, ArcoVia City, EDSA Balintawak, Otis, or Cebu. For more information about Landers Superstore’s exclusive offerings, please make sure to regularly check @LandersPH on Facebook and Instagram or visit www.landers.ph.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 23, 2021 | Food & Beverage
It’s a generally accepted notion that eating healthy means skipping great-tasting food. Not anymore. Now it’s completely possible to enjoy the best of both worlds as Century Pacific Food Inc. (CNPF), one of the largest branded food companies in the Philippines, unveils its newest brand: unMEAT, a 100% plant-based meat, made tasty from simple ingredients.
“One of the biggest concerns about plant-based foods is that they are not delicious or as pleasing to the palate as real meat,” notes Nikki Dizon, a Senior Executive at CNPF. “But our Nutrition Science team took that as a challenge, and completely delivered by coming up with a meat alternative that unbelievably and undeniably looks, feels, and tastes like meat. Moreover, they made unMEAT using simple ingredients and extracted the nutrients from real food rather than synthetic compounds so it’s healthier and more affordable.”
It’s not meat, it’s UnMEAT
The launch of unMEAT was driven by growing consumer demand to incorporate healthier food options into their diet, especially given the ongoing pandemic. This is evident in the shift of food trends on social media. Whereas in the past, food aficionados across the globe constantly debated on the best burgers, social media is now filled with discussions on which plant-based burger looks, tastes, smells, and even bleeds like real meat.
With unMEAT, the taste is never compromised! It is as delicious as a regular meat patty, with a similar mouth-feel, making it the best meat alternative for those who are planning to make the switch to a healthier, more sustainable diet. Even better, unMEAT is packed with simple but nutritious ingredients. It is a good source of fiber and protein. It’s also cholesterol-free, trans-fat-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.
It comes in four variants: Nuggets, Hungarian Sausages, Minced Meat and Burger Patty. CNPF aims to market the range as close to the price of real meat counterparts in keeping with its goal of providing affordable nutrition.
Even the experts like it
Chef Sau del Rosario
During the launch, Michelin star chef Sau del Rosario who was among the first to sample unMEAT described it as “the taste is like you got it from the oven. It’s tasty, it’s clean, and it’s very delicious. I would put this in my menu!”
Partnerships
In the Philippines, unMEAT was first introduced through Shakey’s Pizza’s newest offering, the Goood Burger. It has since attracted a small cult following in the few weeks it has top-billed Shakey’s Pizza chain’s foray to burgers.
Now, as the plant-based food mania continues to sweep the world over, Century Pacific Food Inc. is giving consumers easy access to healthy and tasty 100% plant-based food options as unMEAT is now available via online shopping platforms, and increasingly in supermarkets and specialty stores nationwide.
Following unMEAT’s successful initial rollout as Shakey’s Goood Burger, CNFP will also be partnering with more restaurants in the country. Additionally, the company’s Global Brands Team has started offering the product to customers across a network of 80 countries such as the USA, Singapore, China, and the Middle East giving consumers in many parts of the world easy access to tasty, healthy, and affordable 100% plant-based meat alternative.
“This newest addition to our product portfolio further strengthens our company’s mission to provide affordable nutrition for all. UnMEAT is both very affordable and delicious!” added Dizon.
Now it’s possible to be healthy while enjoying what you eat with the 100% plant-based unMEAT.
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Unless you occasionally check-in to 3 to 5-star hotels, you probably don’t encounter different kinds of bed linen besides the usual – fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcases, and blanket – and even then, most people don’t even use the flat sheet … or use the flat sheet as a blanket.
Whether it is warm or cold most people usually have a blanket on their bed. “Blanket” is an umbrella term commonly used to refer to any cloth covering the top of the bed and used for warmth. Specifically, a blanket is a single piece of cloth (often) made of cotton, wool, or fleece.
Good news for all Landers members! The fastest-growing membership shopping establishment in the country is letting its members enjoy unbelievable fuel savings as it brings its Super Fuel Sale from February 22 to 28.
The launch of unMEAT was driven by growing consumer demand to incorporate healthier food options into their diet, especially given the ongoing pandemic. This is evident in the shift of food trends on social media. Whereas in the past, food aficionados across the globe constantly debated on the best burgers, social media is now filled with discussions on which plant-based burger looks, tastes, smells, and even bleeds like real meat.
In the Philippines, unMEAT was first introduced through Shakey’s Pizza’s newest offering, 
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