by Penny Angeles-Tan | Apr 2, 2020 | Entertainment
Kim Ji Young, Born 1982 is a movie adaptation of the controversial South Korean best-selling novel that tackles the inherent sexism in today’s society.
Kim Ji Young is a story about an ordinary housewife who toils over her child and husband day in and day out. When she falls into postpartum depression, her supportive husband encourages her to seek help.
In her conversations with her psychiatrist, they show the gender roles that are so rooted in our society. Kim Ji Young is the embodiment of every woman – daughter, wife, mother, friend, and colleague – who goes through the same hurdles as we do.
The movie’s director didn’t focus on a pessimistic approach to telling the story. “I wanted to send a hopeful message to all Kim Ji Youngs in 2019,” Kim Do Yeong said in an interview, “that they are living in a better world than Ji Young’s mother, and their children will be as well.”
The movie stars Jung Yu Mi and Gong Yoo who have worked together before in Silenced and Train to Busan.
You can watch “Kim Ji Young, Born 1982” on Viu, the go-to streaming platform for the latest Korean and Asian dramas and variety shows. The Viu app is available for FREE on the PlayStore and AppStore or you can access it on your browser at www.viu.com.
To get a preview of “Kim Ji Young, Born 1982”, watch the trailer below.
The South Korean feminist movie will be available to Viu Premium subscribers beginning April 3 at 11 PM.
You can get your Viu Premium subscription for as low as Php29 for 3 days. Upgrade to Premium through in-app purchases or credit card payment. If you prefer charging your subscription to your mobile load, you can upgrade via Globe. For online shoppers, subscriptions are also available on Lazada and Shopee.
To stay updated with the latest Korean dramas and movies, follow Viu Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
About Viu
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Operating with both an ad-supported tier and a premium subscription tier with more features, Viu delivers premium Asian content in different genres from top content providers with local language subtitles as well as original production series under the ‘Viu Original’ initiative.
Viu offers users express delivery of telecast content, streaming and download features, and localized user interfaces. With the patented Dynamic Adaptive Transcoding technology, Viu can provide the best viewing experience regardless of device or network conditions.
The service can be accessed via the Viu app (available for free on App Store and Google Play) on connected devices, e.g. smartphones and tablets, selected smart TVs, as well as on the web by logging into www.viu.com.
About PCCW Media
The Media Group of PCCW is a leading, fully integrated multimedia and entertainment group in Hong Kong.
The Media Group operates the leading pay-TV service in Hong Kong under the Now TV brand delivering both self-produced and licensed content to its customers using IPTV technology. Now TV offers more than 160 linear channels and an on-demand library of local, Asian and international programming. Its premium content can also be accessed via the Now Player app. It is also a leading producer of Chinese language news, financial news and sports programming in addition to Asian infotainment content which complements its wide portfolio of licensed movie and international television content. PCCW Media also offers the Now E entertainment OTT (over-the-top) platform with international and Asian dramas, movies and world-class sports events, which is designed to meet the needs of viewers with Millennial lifestyle.
The Media Group is also engaged in the provision of OTT video service under the Viu brand in Hong Kong and 16 markets in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, India, and South Africa. In addition, MOOV is a hugely popular music digital streaming service in Hong Kong.
About PCCW Limited
PCCW Limited (SEHK: 0008) is a global company headquartered in Hong Kong which holds interests in telecommunications, media, IT solutions, property development, and investment, and other businesses.
The Company holds a majority interest in the HKT Trust and HKT Limited, Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider and leading operator in fixed-line, broadband, and mobile communication services. HKT meets the needs of the Hong Kong public and local and international businesses with a wide range of services including local telephony, local data and broadband, international telecommunications, mobile, and other telecommunications businesses such as customer premises equipment sale, outsourcing, consulting, and contact centers.
PCCW also owns a fully integrated multimedia and entertainment group in Hong Kong, PCCW Media. PCCW Media operates the largest local pay-TV operation, Now TV, and is engaged in the provision of over-the-top (OTT) video service under the Viu brand in Hong Kong and other places in the region.
Through HK Television Entertainment Company Limited, PCCW also operates a domestic free television service in Hong Kong.
Also, wholly owned by the Group, PCCW Solutions is a leading information technology outsourcing and business process outsourcing provider in Hong Kong and mainland China.
In addition, PCCW holds a majority interest in Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited, and other overseas investments. To learn more about PCCW, please visit www.pccw.com.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 27, 2020 | Bon Appetit
Coming up with healthy dishes that my family would enjoy could be challenging, especially when frying food is just way simpler to do. Thankfully this dish was a success!
Steamed Fish in Light Soy
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Chinese cooking, fish, healthy, steamed
Author: Penny Angeles-Tan
chopping board
knife
steamer
pan
Fish
- 2 pieces fish fillet Dory is a good option
- salt
- pepper
- 2 tbsp ginger, julienned
- 8 stalks spring onion, julienned
Sauce
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 pieces kalamansi juice and remove the seeds
Dry the fish fillet with a kitchen towel then season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Peel and slice the ginger in julienne slices Cut and slice the spring onions into julienne slices as well.
Prep the streamer by making sure there is water underneath and the rack or steamer cover does not touch the water. Turn on the stove and bring the water in the steamer to a boil.
Take your steaming pan and put half the ginger and half the spring onion at the bottom. Put the seasoned fish on top then place the remaining ginger and spring onion on top of that.
Place the steaming pan in the steamer and steam the fish for 10 minutes. You will know that the fish is done cooking when it turns from translucent to white.
Once cooked, take the fish out carefully without breaking it and place it on a serving plate.
Take out a pan and put together the light soy, the brown sugar, sesame oil, and juice of the kalamansi. Place the stove on low heat to melt and mix the sauce. Once the sauce is ready pour it on the fish.
Your dish is ready to serve.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 24, 2020 | Bon Appetit
Spam (or any canned meat for that matter) is a favorite staple by the kids at home. The way it is usually prepared … cut into slices then simply fried. While this is good, it could always be better, right? This recipe is one way of preparing Spam to make it more interesting. 🙂
Breaded Spam Sticks
This puts a new spin to a simple breakfast favorite of the kids
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast, panko dishes, spam
Servings: 8
Author: Penny Angeles-Tan
cutting board
knife
3 bowls
frying pan
tongs
- 1 can Spam
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup panko (coarse breading)
- cooking oil
Preparation
Open a can of Spam (whatever variant) and place its content on a cutting board.
Cut the Spam lengthwise then several times across in equal distances. This should make 16 sticks.
In one bowl put the flour, in the 2nd bowl put the beaten egg, and the panko in the 3rd.
Take one Spam stick and roll it in the flour.
Transfer it into the beaten egg and roll until it is fully covered.
Transfer to the panko and roll until it is fully covered.
Place the Spam stick covered in flour, egg, and panko on the cutting board to sit for at least 2 to 3 minutes.
Repeat the procedure for the rest of the sticks.
Cooking
Take your frying pan and put enough oil to deep fry. Place the stove on medium heat.
Once the oil is hot lower the heat and then place the sticks one by one in the oil, spaced. If they don't all fit, then what is left will be the next batch and the next.
Turn the stick when one side turns brown (but not burnt!)
When all sides are browned remove the stick from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
Cook the rest of the sticks.
Serve.
I do not think this is my original recipe. I am sure there are others who have also made this in the past and probably have fancier preparations like maybe, putting additional spices like basil in the flour.
Be creative and have fun! by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 23, 2020 | Lifestyle
March 10 is an important day because it is the day “the world stood still” – when everyone around the world acknowledged COVID-19 as a pandemic and nations went on different levels of quarantine/lockdown.
Artwork thanks to Carlo Vergara. It depicts the frontliners’ fight against the COVID-19 virus.
Covid-19 has caused fear to humanity and made the whole world to a standstill. Two-thirds of the country is mostly affected due to its abrupt spread. The government deemed it necessary to enact an Enhanced Community Quarantine to help contain the spread of the virus which left people wondering what to do at home for 30 days.
For myself, there hasn’t been much change since I usually work from home, but there is a difference between choosing to stay home and being forced to stay home. But it still left me with a need to do something different, something more active. Aside from the usual household chores, I started noticing the little things all over the house that I could fix myself that I have been putting off for some time.
From the time I was a little girl, I have always been handy around the house and my dad’s tools always fascinated me. I grew up having a close familiarity with screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, hammers, and saws. Being the eldest child I became Ms. Fix-it and oftentimes I would be tasked to fix things like a leaky faucet, a squeaky door, etc.
The KYK Tool Kit is the perfect toolkit for me. It is compact and easy to carry but when you open it you will find it packed with so many tools … 42 pieces in fact!
I also like how everything has a specified slot so that you know exactly where each tool is supposed to go. The OC in me is super happy. 😀
What does the KYK Tool Kit contain?
The kit contains:
- 1/4DR sockets (9 pieces) ranging from 5 to 13mm.
- hex key wrenches (12 pieces) ranging from 0.9 to 6mm.
- 6-inch long nose pliers
- 6-inch diagonal pliers
- precision screwdrivers (2 pieces) – Philips (+) and flathead (-)
- 18mm cutter
- 9-inch level
- 8-inch scissors
- 6-inch adjustable wrench
- claw hammer
- 25mm bits (10 pieces)
- bit driver
- 3-meter measuring tape
The only things missing here are a saw, a drill, a paint roller, paint brushes, and a pan. 🙂 And, yes, I know how to use all of them. 🙂
The tools to get the job done
KYK Tools brings the right tools to get the job done and is very affordable. If you have a DIY need, KYK probably has the tool you need.
With over 4 decades of track record and an extensive line that meets our budget. KYK is available in every All Home branch nationwide. Visit the KYK website at https://kyk.com.ph to know more details. For updates, follow their FB page: https://www.facebook.com/kyktools.
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by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 23, 2020 | Business
Sheila Lobien
Sheila Lobien, founder and CEO of Lobien Realty Group (LRG), was presented with the Woman Super Achiever award by the World Women Leadership Congress (WWLC) during the 7th WWLC awards held at Taj Lands End Band Stand, Bandra (West), Mumbai, India last February 17, 2020.
WWLC is a worldwide organization that seeks to promote and encourage the empowerment of women. The WWLC honors the strategic and influential role of various women leaders in the development of the modern economy, technology, and administrative methodologies that promotes the advancement of government and business organizations to global competitiveness standards. The WWLC hosts its annual Women Leadership Awards to identify and celebrate the outstanding body of work and achievements of women leaders that are reflected by the distinct innovations and initiatives they bring to the public and private sectors. By highlighting the triumphs and successes of these women, the WWLC hopes to inspire, encourage, and urge young women to aspire for and, eventually, assume leadership positions in society.
The Women Leadership Award recognizes and appreciates the profound role played by women as leaders, executioners, and decision-makers, in shaping the future of regions and nations, and who embody the qualities of leadership in displaying active, creative, and integrative efforts in getting the best possible results towards achieving national and regional development.
Sheila Lobien is tremendously honored to have won The WWLC Woman Super Achiever Award and is extremely proud to receive an award that has been won by great Filipina women business leaders including Florencia Tarriela, Chairperson, PNB, Chaye Cabal-Revilla, PLDT SVP & Group Controller, Smart Chief Financial Officer, Rayla Melchor Santos, CEO, Pro-active Resources Inc., Co-Founder, I AM S.A.M. Foundation, and Educator Environmentalist, Bing Sibal-Limjoco, President, PCCI, and Sherill Quintana, President Director, Philippine Franchise Association, President, Oryspa.
Women’s empowerment in the Philippines has long been an advocacy of Sheila Lobien. She is currently the chairperson of the Women in Business Committee of the European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (ECCP). Having received a prestigious WWLC Woman Super Achiever Award in recognition of her accomplishments has definitely encouraged Lobien to work harder in advancing the status of women and developing them to become remarkable leaders.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 23, 2020 | Business
The Asset Magazine and Alpha Southeast Asia, two of the leading finance publications in Asia, have recognized the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) as one of the most sustainable financial institutions in the region that champions market and environment sustainability through its banking activities.
In the Asset ESG Corporate Awards 2019 of the Asset Magazine, BPI was given an award for being the Highly Commended Bank in Environmental Responsibility, citing BPI’s Sustainable Energy Finance (SEF) Program, now called Sustainable Development Finance (SDF), which helps finance green projects for the private sector.
For its part, the Marquee Awards of Alpha Southeast Asia Deal & Solution Awards measured BPI’s contributions to its clients and markets that made 2019 a standout year for the Bank, making it the Best Sustainable Finance House in the country.
Jo Ann Eala, Head of BPI Sustainable Development Finance, said BPI’s programs have integrated sustainability in its clients’ business models for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and climate resilience projects, harnessing its experience as the pioneer and one of the leading banks in sustainability in the Philippines since 2008.
Jo Ann Eala, Head of BPI Sustainable Development Finance
“We are happy that our sustainable banking efforts have been recognized by industry leaders and influencers. What makes the BPI SEF Program sustainable is our clear business model and mantra to ‘turn business green to gold.’ By ensuring that sustainability projects of clients comply with IFC standards to achieve energy, water, and materials savings, as well as lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, our clients are able to achieve overall project success and profitability,” said Ms. Eala.
In partnership with IFC of the World Bank Group, BPI introduced sustainable energy and climate finance in the Philippines in 2008. The bank has continued to lead in both the number of projects funded and portfolio size, with 333 sustainable energy projects funded and loans reaching over Php 133 Billion as of June 2019.
BPI has recognized the fact that shifting to sustainable business practices may be perceived as costly for SMEs. It has therefore provided technical consultations and advisory services free of charge to SMEs who cannot afford to set up their own engineering teams.
“It is not enough to comply with laws and corporate social responsibility targets. It is imperative that sustainability projects actually make money. In short, it is not enough that the project is green, it needs to yield gold. It needs to be successful and profitable to be sustainable,” Eala said.
As a result of these efforts, BPI’s program has been showcased in several Green Finance, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, and other Responsible Finance conferences in the Philippines and abroad. BPI belongs to the Ayala Group of Companies who has adopted sustainability in the conduct of its business—a commitment that started in the 1980s and has continued to the present.
BPI’s new Sustainable Development Finance (SDF) program expands the bank’s green finance initiatives and bolsters the bank’s commitment to enable sustainable businesses in the country and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). With SDF, BPI has consolidated its financing activities beyond renewable energy, energy efficiency, and climate resilience and included sustainable agriculture, in response to the increasing need to adopt more efficient and climate-ready food production processes that will help the country achieve lower cost of food production as well as food security.
About BPI
The 168-year-old Bank of the Philippine Islands is the first bank in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. We are a universal bank with an expanded banking license. We provide diverse financial services that include deposits, cash management, asset management, securities brokerage, foreign exchange, and capital markets investments, bancassurance, corporate lending, leasing, and investment banking. BPI has the significant financial strength, with strong Tier 1 capital adequacy ratios and profitability, underpinned by a strong risk management regime. BPI is rated investment-grade by international credit rating agencies.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 20, 2020 | Health and Wellness
It has been made clear by now that the Global pandemic, CoVid19, poses a clear and present danger to those who have a low immune system, such as the elderly and those with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes. This is why social distancing is very important … we need to steer clear of unnecessary contact with other people, refrain from leaving the house if it isn’t necessary to, especially now that the region is on enhanced community quarantine.
While we continue to do everything that we can to evade the virus, some of us inevitably have to go out on errands hence posing danger to our family members at home. In this situation, the only thing we can do is to strengthen our immune system by taking vitamins and consuming healthy food.
Hearty Bread, Gluten-free & Sugar-free bread is one with the nation in providing healthy food for the family and to help everyone with their healthy bread requirement, the brand is reiterating their commitment to providing your needs thru Grab food delivery in most of their branches during this time.
To know more about Hearty Bread and how you can order, follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartybreadph/ or you may call their delivery hotline at 09178567313.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 17, 2020 | Bon Appetit
I do most of the cooking at home and my most requested dish for everyday cooking is chicken and pork adobo. Here is my recipe. Warning, it is probably more work than most people want to put in but I promise you, the end result is super delish!
I actually combined 3 or 4 adobo recipes I found in our cookbooks here to come up with this version.
Chicken and Pork Adobo
A simple traditional Filipino dish that can be cooked in hundreds of ways ... each region (and possibly household) have their own way of making it.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: adobo, chicken, comfort food, pork
Calories: 165kcal
Author: Penny Angeles-Tan
measuring cup
chopping board
2 pots
tongs or a slotted spoon
cooking spoon
large non-stick pan
- 1 kg pork cubed
- 1 kg chicken cut up
- coarse sea salt we use salt from Alaminos, Pangasinan
- water to cover
- 1 head garlic
- black pepper coarsely ground
- bay leaves (laurel)
- 3/4 cup regular vinegar
- 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 cup light soy sauce
- 4 cups water
Preparation
Wash the pork and chicken separately, then place them in the pot. I recommend the pork below and the chicken on top.
Take a small fistful of salt (around 2 tbsps.) and sprinkle it on the meat then pour in enough water to cover.
Boil for 20 to 30 minutes. Make sure your pot is deep enough that it won't overflow. This will accomplish two things: a) it will soften the meat and b) it will remove that funky smell meat sometimes gets
Get a fat skimmer and skim off all the gunk (fat, etc.) that will float on the water. This usually looks like light brown bubbles or soap suds. DON'T MIX THE CONTENTS OF THE POT! That will just make the gunk mix back in and we are trying to remove it. Note: You don't have to wait until the 20 to 30 minutes are up to do this. I usually check every 5 minutes and remove what I can. This way, more gunk is removed.
Turn off the stove.
Cooking Phase 1
Take another pot put in the cracked garlic.
Using tongs or a slotted spoon lift out all the pieces of meat and put them in the pot containing the garlic.
Throw in the pepper and bay leaves.
Pour in the vinegar, rice wine vinegar, light soy sauce, and water. DO NOT MIX!
Turn on the stove and boil the pot for 30 minutes or until your nose tells you that the dish is cooked. This usually means it does not smell so "vinegary". You can cover the pot but make sure not to close the lid completely or place a wooden spoon across so that it won't overflow. At this point you will also notice that there is less water.
Taste and add salt or spices as you feel is needed.
Turn off the stove and let the adobo "sit". I like to just keep it in the pot covered properly to keep the household pests from getting to it first. But if you prefer, you can put it in the ref once it is cool. For the flavor to really seep in it is best to let it sit for 24 hours.
Cooking Phase 2
Take a large frying pan, preferably non-stick so you don't need oil. But if you have a regular one that is ok, too.
If using a regular frying pan, heat the pan then add oil. Once the oil is hot add the meat pieces and brown the meat. If using a non-stick pan, put the meat pieces in even if the pan is not yet hot. Turn on the stove to brown the meat.
Be careful when turning the meat to fry the other side. Since we pre-cooked the meat, it should be super soft and will likely shred ... unless your objective is adobo flakes, in which case, have at it! 🙂
Once all the meat is browned pour what sauce you have remaining over the meat to heat up.
Place in a bowl or serving platter and feed to your family.
I honestly do not know how many servings this recipe makes but it is a lot!
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 | Mar 15, 2020 | Health and Wellness
Mayor ISKO MORENO threaded an impoverished area in Manila while growing up. As the elected City Mayor of Manila, more popularly known to Filipinos as Yorme, he never wavered amidst adversities hurled at him for taking several steps in making a better version of the city he fondly calls his home and crowning glory. Bold and fearless, Yorme puts his heart and mind in anything he does – “Believe in yourself! You’ve got nothing to lose.”
Yorme recently signed Ordinance 8607 declaring the permanence of Arroceros Forest Park dubbed as the “Last lung of the City”, home to 61 tree varieties and 8,000 ornamental plants. The new ordinance forbids the cutting of trees and dumping of waste within the park. Part of his plan is to allocate P1 million solely for its preservation and maintenance away from the urbanization and all these efforts stem from his greater plan to make Manila a “Green City”.
Believe in the Power of Nature
Yorme firmly believes in the power of nature. It’s no secret that he advocates using natural products. No wonder, early this year Yorme became the newest brand ambassador of NOVUHAIR, Nature’s Answer to Hair Loss. Watch the video below.
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by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 13, 2020 | Advocacy
Solane, the country’s leading LPG solutions provider, recently set up a cooking station at Batangas Sports Complex to provide freshly cooked meals to more than 3,000 evacuees who were displaced during the Taal eruption. Solane also teamed up with Batangas Divers Association to help set up cooking stations at the Batangas Provincial Capitol where at least 700 evacuees stay. Solane designated a team dedicated to organizing the relief operations.
In her conversations with her psychiatrist, they show the gender roles that are so rooted in our society. Kim Ji Young is the embodiment of every woman – daughter, wife, mother, friend, and colleague – who goes through the same hurdles as we do.
You can watch “Kim Ji Young, Born 1982” on Viu, the go-to streaming platform for the latest Korean and Asian dramas and variety shows. The Viu app is available for FREE on the PlayStore and AppStore or you can access it on your browser at www.viu.com.
Viu is a leading pan-regional over-the-top (OTT) video streaming service operated by PCCW Media Group. It is available in 16 markets including Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar in Asia, the Middle East countries of Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and the newly launched South Africa.
The Media Group of PCCW is a leading, fully integrated multimedia and entertainment group in Hong Kong.
KYK Tools brings the right tools to get the job done and is very affordable. If you have a DIY need, KYK probably has the tool you need.
Mayor ISKO MORENO threaded an impoverished area in Manila while growing up. As the elected City Mayor of Manila, more popularly known to Filipinos as Yorme, he never wavered amidst adversities hurled at him for taking several steps in making a better version of the city he fondly calls his home and crowning glory. Bold and fearless, Yorme puts his heart and mind in anything he does – “Believe in yourself! You’ve got nothing to lose.”
Find out what’s inside the box. 10 VIP winners will be randomly chosen via electronic raffle per week for 1 month. NO PURCHASE REQUIRED!
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