by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 27, 2020 | Business
The Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines (HRAP) is taking proactive measures to ensure the health and safety of guests and customers amidst the growing concern over the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Acute Respiratory Disease (2019-nCoV ARD). On February 11, 2020, HRAP President Atty. Eugene T. Yap hosted an orientation on the 2019-nCoV ARD at the Giordino Room of the Bayview Park Hotel Manila, of which he is also the General Manager.
Members of the HRAP were invited to listen to Department of Health (DOH representatives Dr. Carmela Granada of the Department of Health (DOH) Disease Prevention and Control Service and Director Faith Albertos, Head of Health Communication Service as they provided basic facts and latest updates about the virus, basic personal care and prevention, and to discuss the contents of the Interim Guidelines for 2019-nCoV ARD Response in Hotels and Other Similar Establishments (Department Memorandum 2020-0057) recently issued by the DOH.
Among the highlighted measures to ensure the safety and health of hotel and restaurant guests and staff are:
- Implement mandatory health screenings such as temperature checks and accomplishing travel and health declaration forms at points of entry for all guests, including those who will not be checking in to the hotel (ex. guests at conferences, banquets, and special occasions in hotel function room, and those who are only availing of services in the hotel such as the restaurants, spa/salon, gym, pool, and shop customers)
- Clean all general facilities, especially frequently touched surfaces and objects like doorknobs, handrails, elevator buttons, tables, etc. using adequate disinfectants
- Encourage proper hand hygiene among guests by providing soaps and hand dryers or paper towels in bathrooms, and rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizers in common areas
“We realize the seriousness of this crisis, but at the same time, we also recognize that what’s most important now–aside from having proper hygiene–is to filter out the fake news and myths that are out there.
We are thankful to the DOH and the Inter-agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) for providing us with guidelines that we can now implement in our own establishments to ensure the health and safety of our staff and guests.
Rest assured that the HRAP will remain vigilant and responsible and that we will continue to work hand-in-hand with our government to help keep our country calm and stable in these extraordinary times,” says Atty. Yap.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 23, 2020 | Health and Wellness
Pursue a healthy lifestyle this 2020 and start your fitness journey with the best Mega Tuna yet, introducing wellness and great taste all in one can. As more people embark on the road to health and fitness, Mega Tuna has recently relaunched its offerings with a new look and even richer flavors.
Make the Mega Move
Held last February 22 at the Palm Drive Activity Center of Glorietta, Mega Tuna hosted Mega Move, an afternoon of heart-pumping, adrenaline-boosting full-body workout fitness-party.
Guests showed off their moves at the pound class activity, a combination of cardio and weight training exercise approach that includes some of the rhythmic techniques used in Pilates, making it perfect for the Mega Tuna community to enjoy.
Quick and easy recipe with our best Mega Tuna yet!
Guest Celebrity chef, JP Anglo, also showed-off a simple, quick and easy recipe using Mega Tuna with his savory tuna yogurt-cucumber wrap with quinoa tomato salad, and tofu chips on the side. Featuring bigger flakes and a richer flavor, this is the best Mega Tuna yet – tasting even better than its previous offerings. Proving that healthy eating can be within easy reach of Filipinos, Mega Tuna has reformulated its offerings so that you’ll never run out of options in your journey to fitness.
Guests, influencers, and consumers were able to enjoy the new and improved Mega Tuna for the first time through the samplings and a buffet spread. They also took part in exciting activities such as a Memory Game and a Just Dance routine.
Made especially for those who want to embrace a healthy lifestyle, Mega Tuna contains no textured vegetable protein (TVP) or soy protein concentrate, also known as extenders, bringing you real tuna taste without the guilt.
Mega Tuna variants
Mega Tuna comes in four different variants — Flakes in Oil, Hot and Spicy, Spanish Style, and Sweet and Spicy — so you’ll never run out of flavors to match your mood or appetite. Whether you eat it straight out of the can, add garnishing, or use it as part of a favorite recipe, Mega Tuna will definitely make a great companion as you go about your fitness journey.
Enjoy good health and get fit with the new Mega Tuna – the best Mega Tuna Yet!
Share your wellness and health journey with Mega Tuna on social media using the hashtags #OurBestMegaTunaYet and #MakeTheMegaMove!
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 23, 2020 | Awards and Competitions
Century Tuna, the country’s number 1 canned tuna brand, is heating up the summer season with the country’s hottest and sexiest stars, Nadine Lustre and Alden Richards, headlining this year’s Century Tuna Superbods.
The two showbiz royalties star in Century Tuna’s newest TV commercial which highlights the message that “Everybod can be a Superbod”, putting emphasis on the concept that everyone, regardless of age and background, can be a better version of themselves through proper diet and exercise. The commercial highlights Nadine and Alden as the ultimate fitspirations. With their fit and toned body, both stars prove that by eating fish daily, moving, and making the right choices every day, anyone can easily be better versions of themselves.
“For this year, we have chosen Nadine and Alden to front line Century Tuna Superbods 2020. Known for their confidence, athleticism, and healthy lifestyle, both of them are great inspirations to enjoin everyone to be more active and fit,” says Greg Banzon, EVP and COO of Century Pacific Food, Inc.
The TVC is a lead up to the highly-anticipated search for Century Tuna Everybod Superbod 2020 with the prevailing message: “Every day is a chance to be a better you.” This summer, Century Tuna is upping the ante as it opens the competition to anyone who leads not only a healthy and fit lifestyle but is also socially aware and vouches for an advocacy.
- He/she must be a Difference Maker, someone who can make a stand to empower Filipinos to be the best they can be. This is their opportunity to promote health as an everyday commitment.
- He/she must also be a Voice Lifter by amplifying the voice of the Filipinos and communicate positivity to help uplift the confidence of others;
- and a Cause Supporter, someone who is a fearless advocate of causes relevant to health and wellness.
Open to male or female with Filipino heritage, and must be 18 to 60 of age, the Century Tuna Everybod Superbod contestant can be a student-athlete, a doctor who is a fitness advocate, a fit mommy, a chef who owns a healthy meal plan subscription, or even a preschool teacher who is also a bodybuilder.
Qualified contestants will be judged based on the following criteria: 30% Body, 30% Personality, 20% Transformation Story, and 20% Advocacy and Social Impact.
Grand winners (1 male, 1 female) will take home Php 500,000 each, runners-up (1 male, 1 female) will win Php 200,000 each while the rest of the finalists will take home Php 10,000.
Like Nadine and Alden, you too can make every day a chance to be a better you with Century Tuna. To know more about Century Tuna’s Everybod Superbod 2020, visit and follow Century Tuna’s social media pages: Facebook (@centurytuna), Instagram (@centurytunasuperbods). #FishEveryDay #EverybodyCanBeASuperbod #CenturyTunaSuperbods2020.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 20, 2020 | Awards and Competitions
Nadine Lustre and Aiden Richards for Century Tuna Superbods 2020
Do you have what it takes to be a Century Tuna Superbod? This 2020, the country’s number 1 canned tuna brand says, “Everybod can be a Superbod!,” as it enjoins everyone to embark on the Superbod journey.
If you think you have what it takes to be this year’s Superbod, join the Manila go-see event at SM Mega Fashion Hall on February 22-23, 2020.
The contest is open to men and women with Filipino heritage who are 18 to 60 years of age. Anyone within the age group can join as long as they have the passion for health and fitness as a means to become a better version of themselves. Thirty finalists (15 male and 15 female contestants will be chosen) will be selected in the final callbacks.
Finalists will be judged on the following criteria: 20% will be given for both their transformation story and social impact; then 30% will be awarded for body and personality, all totaling to 100%.
A total of ₱1,600,000 is at stake, with grand winners bringing home ₱500,000 each. Two runners up will both take ₱200,000 each while the rest of the 26 finalists will receive a ₱10,000 cash prize, along with other exciting perks and freebies.
For more details, visit Century Tuna’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/centurytuna. #FishEveryDay #EverybodCanBeASuperbod #CenturyTunaSuperbods2020.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 1, 2020 | Beauty
A trusty eyeliner is part of every girl’s makeup staples. With a simple glide and proper techniques, you will surely rock this makeup style. Below are eyeliner methods perfect for every eye shape so you can effortlessly slay your M.O.T.D (Makeup Of The Day).
The Careline Graph Ink eyeliner is one of the best in the market with consecutive recognitions, the Best Liquid Eyeliner at Cosmo Beauty Awards 2018, Metro Beauty Awards 2018, and Cosmo Beauty Awards 2019.
Natural
Maris Racal in Natural eyeliner technique
Nothing beats the classic. Highly ideal for any eye shape, the natural eyeliner style is probably one of the easiest to make.
Start by drawing a thin line on both ends of your eyelids. Then draw another, this time thicker, lines from the middle of your eyelids outwards to create wings.
Doll-Eyes
Maris Racal in Doll Eyes eyeliner technique
The doll-eyes makeup technique is perfect for women with round eyes.
Slay this style by drawing a simple cat eye from the inner corner of your eyes, outwards. Then, to create a more dazzling eye makeup, add glittery eyeshadow and use lash extensions both for your upper and lower eyelashes. Finish the look with preferably brown contact lenses.
Thick
Adela Mae Marshall in Thick eyeliner technique
Another technique that is ideal for those with mono-lids is the thick eyeliner which aims to define the outer corners of the eyes.
Starting with thick lines on the inner corners, gradually add more volume from the middle of the upper lash line to the wings.
Floating Eyeliner or Double Line
Andrea Brillantes in Floating or Double Line eyeliner technique
This makeup technique has a lot of variations but is most ideal for girls with hooded eyes. Accentuate your eyes even more by going extra on your typical cat-eye.
To achieve this look, draw a thin line from your wing which extends up to your inner crease to create an illusion of bigger lids. Finish off the look with a swoosh of mascara.
Artsy or Cute
Adela Mae Marshall in Artsy or Cute eyeliner technique
For a funky and stylish technique that would most definitely suit any eye shape, try the artsy eyeliner.
Simply draw a heart shape on top of your eyebrow down to your cheekbone. This technique will surely bring your eye makeup game to another level and help steal the spotlight on your upcoming holiday gatherings.
An eyeliner is almost essential in every makeup look and with these methods, you will no longer have to experiment with what kind of eyeliner style would look best on you. Walk confidently in a sea of people and draw their attention to your eyes with Careline Graph Ink eyeliner – smudge-proof and waterproof eyeliner that features a long-lasting and water-based formula with high-precision felt-tip applicator for easy application.
Get this holy grail for only P170 at all leading stores nationwide including The SM Store, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, Watsons Drugstore, Mercury Drugstore, and Puregold. You can also purchase this online through Lazada.
To know more about Careline, visit https://careline.com.ph, and follow their social media accounts: www.facebook.com/CarelineCosmetics, www.youtube.com/channel/CarelinePHOfficial, www.instagram.com/CarelinePH
“We realize the seriousness of this crisis, but at the same time, we also recognize that what’s most important now–aside from having proper hygiene–is to filter out the fake news and myths that are out there. 
Held last February 22 at the Palm Drive Activity Center of Glorietta, Mega Tuna hosted Mega Move, an afternoon of heart-pumping, adrenaline-boosting full-body workout fitness-party.
Share your wellness and health journey with Mega Tuna on social media using the hashtags #OurBestMegaTunaYet and #MakeTheMegaMove!
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