by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 6, 2020 | Business
Make your baby’s OOTDs fun and extra colorful with personalized baby bibs from Bibs Manila, a new online business that offers a selection of personalized bibs that are totally cute, quirky, and functional.
The local brand was started by Kit and Kate Joaquin, who are also proud parents to now 6-year-old Kiel.
“Bibs Manila was born out of my love for personalized items. While I was on maternity leave six years ago, I would shop for items for my baby online. Most of the personalized bibs I found were embroidered and so delivery took a while. That sparked an idea for us,” said Kate Joaquin, owner of Bibs Manila.
Bibs Manila has hundreds of fun designs that are available on their website. Browse and shop for designs from flowers and mermaids to dinosaurs and airplanes and many more! You can also create your own design aside from putting your baby’s name on the bibs for a personal touch.
If you have artistic leanings, you can also opt to send in your own designs that Bibs Manila can then turn into bibs just for you. Bibs Manila can also help you create a design of your choosing. What’s more, the bibs are made of high-quality fabric, durable enough for regular use.
If you happen to know a couple who is expecting a new addition to their family, these baby bibs make a great gift, too. Give them the gift of 7 bibs – one for every day of the week – and you can get an adorable gift box to go with it.
To shop and view their collection, visit their website www.bibsmanila.com or follow @bibs_manila on Instagram. Bibs Manila ships nationwide in the Philippines and internationally in select countries.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jul 30, 2020 | Awards and Competitions
Nadine Lustre and Aiden
The road to Century Tuna Superbods 2020 was all set: launched earlier this year by showbiz royalties Nadine Lustre and Alden Richards with the message “Every day is a chance to be a better you”, the annual fitness competition had all 34 finalists lined up. But when the COVID-19 pandemic happened, the competition pivoted to become a platform with an inspiring message for all.
Times are tough but Century Tuna, the country’s leading canned tuna, proved that Pinoys are tougher as it relaunched Century Tuna Everybod Superbod 2020 with a more inclusive and relevant theme: Stay strong, Pilipinas!
Streamed on the Century Superbods Facebook page, the launch featured celebrity Superbods Nadine and Alden, together with the 34 Century Tuna Superbods finalists enjoining everyone to witness the strength of the Superbods spirit to continue pursuing their passion and dreams of a healthier future that begins with proper diet and exercise.
“Now more than ever, we need to encourage everyone to stay physically and mentally strong, and we feel that that can be achieved by eating right, moving our bodies every day, and practicing proper hygiene to protect ourselves from the ongoing virus,” said Century Pacific Food Inc EVP and COO Greg Banzon.
To further reinforce the importance of staying strong, Century Tuna released a rousing video that signaled the resumption of the highly-anticipated Century Tuna Everybod Superbod 2020 competition, following the same objectives: The candidate must be a “Difference Maker,” someone who can make a stand and empower Filipinos to be the best they can be.
Of course, this year’s unstoppable finalists were ready to show off their hot and fit bods to make a difference and inspire everyone to Stay Strong. In the female category, the 18 fit and sexy finalists are:
- Katrina Arceta (@pasteledpawbykat)
- Grace del Rosario (@gracedelrosario_makeup)
- Sherlyn Doloriel (@sherlyndoloriel)
- Zai Ebido (@zaiebido)
- Shirley Garcia (@shirleygarcia3797)
- Lynn Gonzales (@lynnrgonzales)
- Astrid Hernandez (@astridhernandezph)
- Renzel Jose (@renzel.mae)
- Liz Kuczera (@lizkuczera)
- Karla Lasquite
- Samantha Lo (@samantha_ashley_lo)
- Ines Lorenzo (@tack.n.tanlines)
- Kai Ochosa (@kaiochsa)
- Kathleen Paton (@kathleen_paton)
- Christine Picardal (@tinedoesfitness)
- Samantha Purvor (@istmesamanthap)
- Candice Ramos (@candiceramos)
- Key Trajano (@keytrajano)
The 16 hot and healthy male finalists are:
- Sam Ajdani (@samajdani)
- Nelson Banzuela (@nelsonbanzuela25)
- Kirk Bondad (@Kirk_bondad)
- Enzo Bonoan (@enzobonoan24)
- Hans Braga (@hansbraga_)
- Nicholas Chua (@fat.kid.inside)
- Robert Hamilton (@roberthamilton_official)
- Albert Lorenzo (@alberttiongson)
- Philippe Magalona (@philippemagalona)
- Erie Matic (@eriematic)
- Malcolm Mostoles (@malc_mostoles)
- Gianpaolo Paparo (@gianpaolo.paparo)
- Julian Roxas (@julsfitph)
- Gian Ruiz (@makeupmusclesnme)
- Jason Senga (@oh_jizz_on)
- Jojo Urquico (@jojourquico)
Each candidate’s journey to becoming the Century Tuna Everybod Superbod 2020 grand winners will consist of various digital challenges that will be posted on the Century Tuna Superbods Facebook page and can be searched using #StayStrongPilipinas #CenturyTunaSuperbods, #EverybodCanBeASuperbod. These challenges will lead up to the finals night happening on 19 September 2020 where over Php 2,000,000 worth of prizes is at stake and where one male and one female grand winners will be selected.
To know more about “Century Tuna’s Everybod Superbod 2020”, visit and follow Century Tuna’s Facebook page, @centurytuna, or Instagram @centurytunasuperbods.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jul 26, 2020 | Awards and Competitions
AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, is giving its life and general insurance customers a chance to win Grab Food and Lazada vouchers and P100,000 via GCash.
To qualify for the promo, all you have to do is download the Emma by AXA app and register. Then, simply update your contact information through the app.
By downloading the Emma by AXA app on the App or Google Play Store, customers and non-customers alike also gain the added benefit of access to 24/7 emergency services such as ambulance, fire, police, and roadside assistance through the Rescue Line feature. The app also allows customers to monitor their policy online and conveniently access their funds, investments, transaction history, and AXA’s e-servicing features.
Ongoing until 15 August 2020, the offer includes free Grab Food vouchers worth Php200 every week to be raffled off to 300 life insurance customers and general insurance policyholders who update their information.
AXA also has more exciting prizes in store. Every week from 16 August 2020 to 15 September 2020, AXA will be raffling off Lazada vouchers worth Php1,000 to 50 customers weekly.
What’s more, AXA will also reward one life insurance customer and one general insurance customer the grand prize of P100,000 each via Gcash through an e-raffle. This promo is open to all policyholders who successfully complete the requirements from July to December 15, 2020.
Get a chance to win these amazing prizes by simply updating your contact information via the Emma by AXA app. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3jbvq4m.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jul 11, 2020 | Bon Appetit
Tokwa’t baboy is one of my favorite dishes. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 😀 I have always wanted to make this myself but was never motivated enough to do so until now. I searched and found so many recipes online but I wanted something simple. For one thing, you can’t really find pig’s ears at the supermarket. In the end, I decided to follow the recipe for tokwa’t baboy of Chef Mira on Yummy.ph. As is my wont though, I confess, I did not follow it religiously, hehehe.
Here is my version of tokwa’t baby. Fyi, I also have this posted at hearthandhomebuddies.com.
Tokwa't Baboy
Tokwa't baboy is considered as Filipino comfort food. Some would contend that it makes for a great partner to an alcoholic beverage but I am of the mind that it is best served with steaming hot rice.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: comfort food, pork, pulutan, tofu, tokwa
Author: Penny Angeles-Tan
- 1/2 kilo pork liempo
- salt
- pepper
- 5 cups water
- 1/2 kilo firm tofu (also called tokwa)
- coooking oil
- 1 1/2 cups cane vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (I prefer using light soy)
- 4 tbsps. sugar
- 1 medium onion, chopped fine
- 2 pieces long green chilis, sliced (siling pangsigang)
Rub the meat with salt and pepper and set aside for a few minutes.
Take a pot, place the seasoned meat in it, and pour in the water. Boil the meat to soften it. When you see brown stuff floating on top skim it off and throw it away. I keep a bowl handy just for this.
Once the water is reduced and the meat is softened remove the pot from the heat. Scoop out the meat and place it in a strainer to drain.
Place oil in a wok or frying pan and fry the tofu until golden brown. Do not overcook or the tofu will become too tough. Once cooked put the tofu on a paper towel to rest and drain.
Take out your chopping board and knife and cut up the meat into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Do the same for the tofu. When cutting the tofu, do not put too much pressure on the knife. Move the knife back and forth like a saw to cut through it gently. Both the meat and the tofu should be approximately the same size.
In another frying pan or wok combine the vinegar, light soy sauce, sugar, a dash of salt, and 1 cup of pork broth. This is the water used to boil the pork in. Simmer until the sugar is completely melted.
Add the onion, green chilis, and meat. Mix and simmer for a few minutes. Add the tofu, mix gently, then remove from heat. I would just turn off the stove.
Take a serving dish and scoop out the meat and tofu and arrange it. Pour the sauce on top.
Serve and enjoy!
If you like this recipe and will replicate it, take a pic and share it on Facebook or Instagram and don’t forget to tag me and use the hashtag #slvrdlphnrecipes
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jul 11, 2020 | Health and Wellness
NOVUHAIR®, the country’s leading natural hair loss solution, supports the nation in highlighting the importance of healthy and balanced nutrition amidst the ongoing health crisis.
NOVUHAIR® partnered with Chefy Wifey’s Kitchen and cooked up something, literally. Consistent with the brand’s advocacy, the “Food for the Hair” mini-program shall offer four (4) video demo episodes on how to prepare practical, nutritious, and easy-to-do meals at home, focusing on ingredients that support healthy hair and prevent hair loss.
The initial episode features VIP Nutrition Coach Michelle Co-Huertas’ Chicken Afritada with Boiled Egg, a Filipino staple recipe loaded with nutrients and vitamins essential in achieving the best hair growth goal.
chicken afritada with egg
Recently, Chefy Wifey’s Kitchen prepared 100 packs with TLC and donated them to the hospital medical staff of the Philippine General Hospital in the city of Manila.
Try this healthy bite recipe and make happy faces at home: https://bit.ly/2BOnqoU
Discover more at https://bit.ly/3e9N2tv
“Now more than ever, we need to encourage everyone to stay physically and mentally strong, and we feel that that can be achieved by eating right, moving our bodies every day, and practicing proper hygiene to protect ourselves from the ongoing virus,” said Century Pacific Food Inc EVP and COO Greg Banzon.
AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, is giving its life and general insurance customers a chance to win Grab Food and Lazada vouchers and P100,000 via GCash.
NOVUHAIR®, the country’s leading natural hair loss solution, supports the nation in highlighting the importance of healthy and balanced nutrition amidst the ongoing health crisis.
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