krishgeek, Author at Krish Catapang

Let’s Support our Local Indie Movies and Shows! Now on IFLIX!

ABS-CBN Shows have been part of my childhood (That’s how I learn to speak Tagalog, watching on TFC with my family while watching noon time shows and teleseryes) and growing up as a teen I’ve become sentimental and kilig when it comes to their blockbuster Rom/Rom-Com movies even till now. Even from time to then, I still want to re-watch and do some movie marathon with Abs-Cbn ‘s Star Cinema movies. Now I can watch it on IFLIX! Time to get kilig! (also have tissue on the side for the drama-rama scenes)

IFLIX ADDS ABS-CBN MOVIES AND TV SERIES TO ITS EXTENSIVE LOCAL CONTENT LIBRARY

MANILA, 30 March 2016 – iflix, Southeast Asia’s leading Internet TV service, offering subscribers unlimited access to tens of thousands of hours of entertainment for a low monthly price, today announced the addition of ABS-CBN catalogue titles as part of the Company’s commitment to offer members the best in local entertainment content. The agreement adds over 1,500 hours of classic television shows and hit movies from ABS-CBN Teleseryes, Star Cinema Movies, and Cinema One Original Productions to iflix’s vast library.

From April 1, 2016, iflix members will have unlimited access to many of ABS-CBN’s most popular TV classics including Maging Sino Ka Man, Lobo, Tayong Dalawa, Ina Kapatid Anak, and Walang Hanggan, and many more. Fans of Star Cinema movies will additionally be able to enjoy fan favorite blockbusters each month, such as One More Chance, A Very Special Love, You Changed My Life, It Takes a Man and a Woman, The Mistress, and On The Job to name a few.

Sherwin dela Cruz, Country Manager for iflix Philippines commented: “The demand for our existing local program offering has been exceptional. The addition of ABS-CBN movies and TV series enables us to now provide the most extensive selection of Filipino content available in the region, as part of our commitment to bring the best in both local and international entertainment to as many devices and homes as possible.”

iflix offers members thousands of TV shows, movies and more from over 60 of the world’s most highly acclaimed international, regional and local studios and distributors, including:

• First run, exclusives series, such as Mr. Robot, Fargo, The Muppets, Aquarius, Black Sails and more;

• Fan favorite Korean dramas and variety shows, such as Boys Over Flowers, Moon Embracing the Sun, The Inheritors, Running Man and more;

• Hundreds of multi-award winning movies and cult classics, such as Pulp Fiction, Chicago, Forrest Gump, The English Patient, The Godfather and more;

• Every season of iconic series including Friends, Lost, How I Met Your Mother, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Mad Men, Sons of Anarchy, Dexter and more.

Now available in Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines, iflix will continue to roll out its world-class service to additional key Southeast Asian markets in the coming months. With over 1 million members in the region, iflix offers consumers the largest library of top Hollywood, Asian regional, and local TV shows and movies available in Southeast Asia. Each subscription allows users to access the service on up to five devices, including phones, laptops, tablets, and television sets, for viewing wherever, whenever. iflix subscribers can also download TV shows and movies from iflix’s extensive library for offline viewing. The service is priced at only PHP 129 per month in the Philippines for unlimited access with no ads!

For new subscribers, iflix offers a complimentary 30-day trial with full access to its world-class service, features and content, with no credit card or payment details required. Go to www.iflix.com to register.

IFLIX SHOWCASES LEADERS OF LOCAL INDEPENDENT CINEMA WITH #madeINDIEphilippines

iflix’s #madeINDIEphilippines event features local indie film industry players and fans

MANILA, 12 April 2016 – iflix, Southeast Asia’s leading Internet TV service, offering subscribers unlimited access to tens of thousands of hours of entertainment for a low monthly price, is thrilled to host #madeINDIEphilippines, an exciting independent film industry showcase and forum, featuring the country’s most acclaimed and distinguished industry players.

#madeINDIEphilippines, held today at Black Market, welcomed hundreds of influencers, media and indie enthusiasts to the event’s panel discussion featuring a multitude of the country’s top filmmakers, producers and distributors – Sigrid Andrea Bernardo, Victor Villanueva, Sari Dalena, Armi Cacanindin, Wincy Ong, Albert Almendralejo, Mark Meily, and Bianca Balbuena. Attendees also enjoyed performances by renowned movie scorers and indie musicians Mikey Amistoso of Ciudad, Jazz Nicolas of Itchyworms, and BP Valenzuela, as well as a live DJ set by The Diegos.

Featuring an in-depth discussion on the future and direction of Philippine independent cinema, #madeINDIEphilippines is a testament to iflix’s commitment to support the independent film industry by providing local filmmakers and distributors a new, dynamic platform to showcase their films.

With the largest library of Philippine independent cinema available in the region, iflix offers members many highly sought after award-winning independent film titles including Ang Kwento ni Mabuti, Ang Huling Cha Cha ni Anita, Dagitab, Thy Womb, and Kinatay to name a few.

Quark Henares, Head of Production and Development for iflix Philippines commented: “We are thrilled to showcase so many internationally-acclaimed, masterpiece films to our Filipino audiences. This is yet another testament of our commitment to bring the best in Philippine independent cinema to a global audience.”

Dear Alex Book 2: Dating Tips from Alex Gonzaga (and Wisdom from me too)

Just in time for my entry for Wisdom Wednesday.

Glorietta National Bookstore, March 20, 2016 was the launched of Alex Gonzaga’s second book called “Dear Alex, we’re dating Tama, Mali?! Love Catherine”. When I was invited for the book launch, I didn’t had any second thoughts and I said I really need to go and my luck, It was on a Sunday – had no training or duty that day.

Alex is really down-to-earth, super bait niya, so funny pa and super dami kong wisdom nakuha sa kanya (Thank you sa mga tips mo and mga advices mo sa akin), I pray that she finds her prince charming talaga- yung deserve niya and he will STAY. Also you have the greatest fans (They super love you talaga) I could feel the love nila for you and they even made you a sash and crown, I am also a fan of yours too! You’ve made a difference, nakaka proud ka!

It was an opportunity for me to meet Alex and maybe get a dose of wisdom when it comes to millenial dating. Yes, I guess I am in the right age to actually talk about this and it is Normal (Hi! Mom and Dad).Kung alam niyo lang yung GUTS I had to get to write this down. Kasi PRIVATE talaga ako na tao.

Helpful tips coming from a guy’s perspective by Robi Domingo (Alex’s “Pards”) who also hosted the launch. He said, guys still opted for that Dalagang Filipina vibe na conservative.

I’ve read, Alex’s first book which is all about break ups ( I haven’t had my heart broken yet when it comes to relationships, but technically I had my own share of heartaches too- everybody does go through that stage- atleast natuto ako and narealize ko before it got worse, wala pa ako wisdom ng mga panahon na yun) and well, even though I can’t fully relate but she had points in her first book and I would admit I would highlight every piece of advice and wisdom – Ask my friends who borrowed the book. Pudpod ang yellow sharpie ko haha.

Dating is a tricky game for one I’m still trying to figure it out and testing the waters. I am the type of girl, who would just patiently wait for the right one but you can’t just only stay at one corner girl, you have to take actions for yourself- Ayoko maging matandang dalaga and nakakapagod na mag explain sa tao bakit single pa din ako hanggang ngayon (Feeling ko ikaw kung sino nagbabasa na ito gulat din, don’t worry marami kayong gulat, pero I’ve gone out naman and had experiences – yun lang baka hindi talaga ako ready and ang dami kong questions na parang things ain’t right nung mga time na yun). Sabi kasi ng friends ko ang taas daw ng standards ko and they would describe me “classy” kaya kung sino nirerecommend nila sa akin na mejo sinasabi grabe out of my league din. If kilala niyo ako personally, simple lang ako kasi (get to know me first) ako priority ko ngayon ay ma-iprove ako sa sarili ko. Okay sa akin mag start as FRIENDS, the dreaded “Friendzone, ate-ZONE, nanay-ZONE na yan HAHA “. Meron talagang tamang time para sa akin. Hopefully sana yung first ko last ko, ayoko din magsalita ng tapos , mahirap panindigan. In God’s timing talaga 🙂

The most important wisdom coming from my mom is, “Love yourself and Focus on yourself first- Mag paganda ka! Obligasyon maging maganda” because before getting into a relationship you should be “whole/complete” sounds cliché and once you’ve figured it out you will attract the right person and you would know if its the right kind of love (Yan mga sinasabi ko sa mga friends ko na takot sa commitment). My mom would quote “Ang lalaki ngayon ay WISE!”

But then I realized when I was younger, everything was just intense and it is the idea of having “companionship” lang, SORRY! . I would prefer to enter a committed relationship once I am settled. Like what my mom would say, “Kung settled ka, may napatunayan ka, kahit iwan ka ng lalaki, wala ka kawalan and hindi ka kawawa “. YES, I listen to my mom and parents are always RIGHT guys. (Peg ko si Toni Gonzaga kasi). Super open ako sa parents ko pero alam ko pa naman di pa sila that ready i-let go ako. 25 years old daw sabi ni mama makakahanap ng true love (okay?)

Atleast if mag invest ka ng emotional self mo, hindi ka super kawawa in the end. Masasaktan ka, iiyak mo lang and move on girl – May wisdom ka na kasi and you will have more patience to understand since relationships is a 2-way street at si FOREVER, pinagtratrabahuan.

Ito, Huwag na huwag niyo isuko ang bataan basta basta, As much as possible, alam ko mahirap siya panindigan “The best gift to give your husband, is your virginity” sabi ng nanay ko. And masarap to do things intimate with someone na MAHAL mo hindi sa tao na kung sino lang. Parang kasi binababa mo sarili mo girl.

Well reading Alex’s book gave a wide perspective when it comes to dating and her theories and wisdom are yes, applicable to the millennial dating but still the traditional values are still important. Everything now is an INSTANT even relationships, but taking things slow and sure may lead to a long and committed relationship for as long may love. Ika nga dapat may PUNDASYON/FOUNDATION.

If I were you guys, buy the book, it is just p195! It would also be a nice gift to your friend’s who going on the same path or been rusty on the dating scene. A gift to your own self para magka wisdom ka and ma pin-point mo mga mistakes mo, may parts na may GUY TIPS si Alex for the Male readers – for all siya. She kiddingly joke pag na hurt ka balik ka sa Book 1 at pag okay ka na, balik ka sa Book 2 HAHA. These are the wisdoms I got from Alex’s book that is kinda personal to me and I’ll be inserting my personal advices also, I won’t be covering everything guys – Buy the book! Meron din DO’s and DON’TS when it comes to dating din #AlexAdvice

“Rejection is Protection”.

It’s ironic for me kasi, kung sino ang gusto ko, ayaw sa akin. Kung sino naman may gusto sa akin di ko naman feel- pero give chance naman and kilalanin mo yung tao. TIP: Dapat kasi CLEAR ang intentions niya in the first place . Nag assume ka na may something pero hindi consistent, something happened kasi maybe it’s not meant to be in the first place. In short,”Kung para sayo, para sayo”.

Kung sa simula may something wrong talaga, hindi talaga *SORRY*, pero yung iba SWERTE.

“Bilang babae, huwag na huwag mong ipakita at iparamdam sa lalake na patay na patay ka sa kanya”– Ang lalake kasi hunters sila and maging easy to get ka and hindi siya mag e-effort sa dates niyo. Mali ko din ito, and it is true.

“Pwede ka naman gumawa ng first move sa guy. Just don’t make the first move physically. It would give him the wrong impression of what you want.” Well if Pinoy yung guy, hayaan mo siya kasi ang pinoy “conservative” daw, pag talagang gusto ka ni guy talagang mahihirapan siya i-confront ka niya kaya give it time. Kung talagang gusto kaniya he will PURSUE

Straight forward ang foreigner mukhang pwede pero still meet half-way hindi naman puro si girl lagi diba.

This one, “May mga babae na pa 21^st century at okay lang sa kanila na mag meet sa date place, ok slang, pero sana andu’n naman ‘yung offer ni guy na sunduin ka.

Ito share ko personal ito, If the guy really likes you talaga, IHAHATID KANIYA PAUWI NO MATTER WHAT. Rule ng DAD ko, “Ang babae umuuwi before 12 midnight, and Krizia, may bahay ka umuwi ka sa bahay natin” – CINDERALLA ako.

Treasure theory, ang babae should be treated as a gem talaga. May shinare si Alex, na ang lalaki hunter sila, For example may nakita siyang ruby, okay why not try natin pero ang gusto talaga ni guy si Black diamond. Iiwan ka talag niya. Dapat pala ang pagkaintindi ko dapat, you should be ideally what the guy is looking for.

“Walang true love sa club”. Makaka meet ka ng matanong lalake sa matinong lugar PERIOD. This is TRUE.

Look for a guy, who loves you more than you love him kasi dapat naman talag eh sila ang magpapa-in love sa’yo at hindi the other way around.At yung lalake raw na magtratrato sayo na parang prinsesa.

Don’t go to a hotel, resort at lalo na sa CONDO niya.

I don’t chill, because CHILL leads to CHILDREN HAHA. Kasi one things can lead from one thing to another. Paano kayo mag get to know each other talaga. Do things na pareho na may interest kayo. Sabi ni Alex sa book, huwag ka masyado mag research sa date ninyo kasi parang binababa mo standards mo. Have the effort to know his interest din and ofcourse if it works, it will just happen, let it flow lang J May tip, si Alex pwede mag group dates muna to see if he is interested sayo then kayo na lumabas na dalawa. Ito personal, pa ang friends mo may na pin point na may something wrong – TRUST YOUR FRIENDS, yung REAL FRIENDS mo talaga ah. RULES OF FEMINISM na lalo.

Don’t look for someone who is persistent, look for someone who is consistent. Totoo, ito. Super important! Huwag kasi paasa pareho.

“Girl, ang dating eh di’ karera, di pabilisan ito kundi patagalan, hinay-hinay ka lang”.

Cake theory, hindi kasi binibigay mo sarili mo ng buong buo sa guy agad agad, dapat slice clice lang muna. Kailangan kasi i-earn ka niya. Isama mo rin si expectorant jan, masaskaatan ka lang girl.

Last, about sa PAIN #Hugot

Sa pain daw doon tayo mas kinakausap ni Lord, kinukuha niya attention natin- Joyce Meyer

Pain is not natural, because if there is pain, that means something has to change- Iyanla Vanzant

Century Tuna Superbods Nat10n 2016: Pre-Finals week

Let’s keep track to this very insightful and active week before our finals night on April 10 at The Palace Pool Club. Who do you think will win the coveted title for Superbods Nation, year 10! This is so far has been the biggest and extravagant leg of Superbods nation, because it has been the most talk of the town.

I have my bets, but let’s keep that till finals night, I don’t want to jinx it. For team bahay and for those who can’t make it on April 10. You could help by voting your fave superbod by downloading the “SUPERBODS” app, for you to register and vote you have to look for a sticker code from specially marked century tuna can. Good news, for Android users you can vote 3 times and for IOS only once. So keep the votes coming!

Before the big night, lets have a recap of what have been our superbods been doing not only prepping physically and being healthy superbods nation also test their emotional and mental capacity too. Being the ideal superbod, you should have the total package, Brains and Brawn and also never forget a good heart.

The Pre-Finals Weekend saw Jessy Mendiola join Chef Nadine Tengco in a cook-out session where delicious yet nutritious dishes were prepared while Elmo Magalona took part in an intense yet fun Fitness Session with the team of Coach Jim Saret.

Adding delight to attendees and fans alike was the meet and greet with the 26 Superbods finalists, where everyone jostled for selfies and photo op sessions with their favorite contenders. The Circuit Training Session, the Hip Hop dance class with the G-Force, and the Yoga session with actress and fitness buff Bubbles Paraiso also drew quite an audience, all eager to keep fit just like the superbods!

Then there was adrenaline pumping Superbods Super Challenge 2016, held on the second and final day, which had the 26 superbods finalists pitted against each other, in pairs, through a set of friendly battles: a crossfit circuit race (a test of stamina and speed), a super joust battle (a test of strategy and skill), and the escape room challenge (mind exercising tests).

We were asked to judge, during the cook off. On the positive side, they whipped off interesting dishes and they were resourceful ( for one instance, one used the top of the can as the knife). Others were okay and questionable. Yet we appreciate their effort after the physical and mental challenge they still have the energy to complete the final task. (I am not maramot in giving scores okay? but I learned from a co- food judge before, give JUSTICE to the food). Being also nurse, that’s another story, I have a lot of side notes but the point of the cook-off is to present and promote healthy living with having century tuna. Thank you Century Tuna for the experience!

So your Female finalists are Olivia Medina, Carmela Fernandez, Ambra Gutierrez, Nancy Leonard, Chet Abella, Maria Martinez, Cassie Umali, Mirtle Gimenez, Kaara Tan, Carla Meneses, Anja Peter, Tanya Hyde and Natalia Lalonde.

Male finalists are Jerome Tan, Ryan Sy, Kel Padilla, Erie Obsena, Jake Khan, Pio Luz, Tom Esconde, Cedric Roxas, Shawn Stansbury, Ali Khatibi, Clint Bondad, Ameen Sardouk and Andrew Aurellano.

For the finals night it will be the biggest!, Stars and celebrities dazzle at the

Century Tuna Superbods Nation finals night.

The glitziest and most glamorous night is about to happen as some of the country’s

hottest stars, celebrities, and past Superbods winners come together on April 10, 2016

at the Palace Pool Club for the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016, the sexiest, most

awaited health and fitness event of the decade.

Together with ultimate Superbods Anne Curtis and Derek Ramsey, Century Tuna’s past

and present celebrity endorsers Gerald Anderson, Isabelle Daza, KC Concepcion, Aljur

Abrenica, Phil Younghusband, Xian Lim, Paulo Avelino and Solenn Heussaff will walk

the runway in a grand reunion event, that celebrates 10 glorious years of the Superbods

competition.

At the same time, the fiery competition between the Superbod hopefuls—each one

pushing themselves to be the best they can be—reaches its climax.

12439434_10209216114948839_7170811590368330415_n — I witnessed today the Mind & Body Challenge our Superbods had to go through and got to judge some interesting dishes they whipped up for us! And yes with the main ingredient, a can of #CenturyTuna. Few more days till the finals on April 10 at the Palace pool club, DL the superbods app on Android and IOS and vote! Use the sticker code found on the century tuna can💪💭👣🍴💥

Summer Season Love For Local

The 6th leg of Mandala Park continues for its love for local delicacies in match with your ultimate blues playlist by Bleu Rascals. It is the ultimate kick off for summer! Reminding us that summer ain’t fun without digging in into sumptuous food and being with the people we love.

March 19, 2016, Mandala Park will transform its green, open space into a venue for their well-curated merchants to showcase locally sourced and crafted produce to provide a platform for holistic wellness in the middle of Metro Manila’s hustle and bustle.

A special pop-up zumba class for kids was held as soon as the market opens for the visitor’s kids. Licensed zumba instructor William Cabelin hopes to teach kids that as early as their age should really be engaing in an active lifestyle.

Still some familiar local merchants were still there at Mandala Park http://www.krishgeek.com/?p=1268 & http://www.krishgeek.com/?p=1552.This time usual my faves like Scout’s Honor and Le petit soufflé were not there this time (You could visit them at Hole in the Wall, Century Mall). My other faves, Ginegerale Stanford and Shaw and Ribs from Ribs Manila were present and cannot be missed. Recently the sweet fries from PuNta and also their burgers. Yet at every Mandala Park visit, I try different foods from vast selection of Merchants. This time I tried Bayani Brew, I am a fan of the kick-ass lemongrass (best seller) and it’s just P50.

New faces, such as East meets west with 3 specialty burgers E.M.W. Classic, U.F.O. Unidentified fried onions and Burger meets Bagnet. THC, Truly Home made chips flavors such as Sour cream (my fave), Barbeque, Bacon!, Cheddar, Sweet and Salty either in Potato chips or their thin & crispy Camote chips For orders call 09178431624 Follow @THChips. and Ziazan, Mediterranean Mezze like Hummus.Spicy Black Bean, Babaghanoush, Muhamarra and Pita Bread. Noticed a new stallcalled Cucina selling local liquid detergents, I like looking at things that are really useful at home.

Kitchenails Trinoma: Premium Polishes

If you read my previous blogpost about Kitchenails http://www.krishgeek.com/?p=1530, It is a brainchild of the owner who’s love for business and culinary emerged into this unique spa and salon concept. They recently opened 2 branches at the South (Alabang Town Center) and here at the North (Trinoma).

I find the place really an interesting spot to relax and you’ll be welcomed with the soothing scent that can really tickle your senses.

So this is a review for the Manicure and Pedicure with imported polish & Footspa Entree

MANICURE (P350), PEDICURE (P450), M&P (P750) inclusive of polishes from L.A. Colors.

Premium polishes from Kitchenails consist of your familiar brands such as ORLY, ZOYA, RUBY WING and ESSIE. (additional P60 for M/P and additional P100 M&P)

The hardest part of being a girl is choosing what color to be painted on our nails. Well it highly depends on your personality.

MORGAN TAYLOR - Beach Babe — MORGAN TAYLOR – Beach Babe

12980583_10209257097973389_453517094_n — MORGAN TAYLOR – Water Baby

12969348_10209257097853386_1443710610_n — MORGAN TAYLOR- Beach Babe & Water Baby

For the Footspa Entree ONLY (P400), with MANICURE (P350), PEDICURE (P450), M&P (P750). Consist of your SEASONING SCRUB, TREAT (MASK), OIL and APERITIF. You get to choose your preference for each category. They start off soaking your feet in this frying pan and then applied your scrub, oil and mask. Then after wrapped your foot including lower legs in a plastic wrap and wait on for 10 minutes then the massage (aperitif), you choose either soft or hard. Start pedi sesh right after 🙂

Seasoning scrub:

Cucumber: tightens open pores and rejuvenates complexion
Peppermint: makes skin clearer (my choice)
Pumpkin: prevents skin aging and promotes skin rejuvenation
Coffee: one of the best exfoliator! Bye bye dead skin cells
Strawberry: excellent skin cleanser.

Treat (Mask):

Coffee: Tightens your loose skin. (my choice)
Orange: natural treatment for dark spots and blemishes.
Milk: skin fairer and radiant
Peppermint: Good skin moisturizer and reduce infection.
Lemongrass: restores your skin to its original lightness.

Oil:

Mint: Relaxes your senses and alleviates stress.
Grapefruit: Stimulates production of collagen
Lavender: antispetic properties.
Green tea: Enhanced by sun protection by eliminating radicals
Mineral: Extra dry and sensitive skin

Aperitif:

Acupressure: Relieve yourself from tight pressure points.
Swedish: To relax and soothe you with penetrating strokes.
Detox: Drain unwanted substances.
Signature: Mix of different senses that waken your senses.

Road to Finals: Century Tuna Superbods Nat10ns 2016

Those who’ve made the cut and YES, all of them are deserving. They are role models who are discipline and dedicated to commit a healthy and active lifestyle. That should be how a superbod should embody. After the long run, finally just a few days away the Finals at The Palace Pool Club on April 10. Who will win the coveted title of Century Tuna Superbods nat10n ?

I eye some favorites, but I’ll keep it to myself for now and reveal it on my next blogpost with commentaries when they’ve announced the grand winners (I don’t want to jinx it). And to be FAIR as well.- I wish all the finalist the best of luck 🙂

The epitome of style and also lifestyle, Anne Curtis was present during the revelation of finalist, she definitely embodies the brand. I am also an “Annebisyosa” and I really look up to her. She gave words of wisdom and encouragement to the finalists and promoting to everyone to root & vote for their fave superbod, by purchasing a can of century tuna and finding a sticker with a special code to be registered in order for you to vote and downloading the century tuna app available in IOS and Android 🙂

26 finalists vie for Century Tuna Superbods title

A bevy of fab and fit hopefuls was filled with excitement, anticipation, and exhilarating energy as Century Tuna recently presented its lineup of finalists for the much-awaited Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016, the biggest, hottest and most fabulous summer event in the country brought to you by the country’s number 1 tuna.

From hundreds of fit, sexy, and pumped up men and women who joined the go-sees all over the country, 24 finalists were chosen in a series of intense screenings and callbacks. This year’s batch of hopefuls all showed amazing potential that the competition presented 12 local pairs of finalists, instead of the initially planned nine.

“We are very proud and excited by this year’s batch of Superbods finalists. They are all brimming with potential not just in terms of physical fitness but in terms of personality, talent and achievement. The judges will really have a tough time in choosing this year’s winners,” remarks Greg Banzon, Century Pacific Foods General Manager. ”Furthermore, it’s heartening to see that the Superbods competition, after ten years, continues to inspire these young men and women to stay healthy and in shape through proper exercise and healthy diet.”

Since its inception in 2006, Century Tuna Superbods search has indeed gone bigger, better, and bolder. For its 10^th year, this is the first time the brand widened the competition, drawing numerous candidates from all over the country and the United States.

After the rigorous screening sessions which saw the hopefuls strut their stuff on the catwalk and put their best bodies—and personalities—forward, these fine men and women were declared as finalists:

Females: Olivia Medina, Carmela Fernandez, Ambra Gutierrez, Nancy Leonard, Princess Abella, Maria Martinez, Cassie Umali, Mirtle Gimenez, Kaara Tan, Carla Meneses, Anja Peter, Tanya Hyde.

Males: Jerome Tan, Ryan Sy, John Padilla, Erie Obsena, Ifran Khan, Jose Pio Luz III, Tom Esconde, Cedric Roxas, Shawn Stansbury, Ali Khatibi, Clint Bondad, Ameen Sardouk

From here, the 24 finalists will move to the next leg of the competition, where they will be joined by two Superbods candidates from the USA. The search will culminate in the finals night on April 10, 2016, at the ultra exclusive Palace Pool Club.

And you too can take part of the action in this electrifying search—by joining the online voting for your favorite Superbods 2016 finalist!

Simply download the Century Tuna Superbods App from either the Google Playstore or the App Store on Itunes. Look out for and purchase selected Century Tuna Flakes in Oil in 180 grams with can toppers and scratch off a portion to reveal the unique code for viewing. Input the code onto the Superbods App voting section. Random, computer selected voters will get a chance to win tickets to the Superbods Nation Finals Night! Online voting is ongoing until April 2.

Other exciting activities to watch out for in the 10^th year of the Century Tuna Superbods search are the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016 Challenge and the Century Tuna Superbods Consumer Weekend on April 2 and 3 at the Bonifacio High Street, where you can meet and greet with past and present Superbods and some of the hottest celebrities, events sure to fire up the summer season.

April 2, 2016

Jessy Mendiola and Elmo Magalona to grace Century Tuna Pre-Finals Weekend

Superbods Jessy Mendiola and Elmo Magalona, two of the country’s hottest young stars, will be joining the 26 Superbods finalists in the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016 Pre-Finals Weekend happening on April 2 and 3, 2016, at the BGC Ampitheater, Bonifacio Global City.

The event, which is staged in the run up to the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016 finals night, aims to reach out and engage with consumers to encourage them to be fab and fit men and women—just like the Superbods!

Watch out as Jessy Mendiola joins Chef Nadine Tengco in a delicious cook-out session on April 2, 2016, while Elmo Magalona joins the team of Coach Jim Saret in an intense yet fun Fitness Session also on the same day.

Other activities to look forward to is the Circuit Training Session, the Yoga session with Bubbles Paraiso, a Hip Hop dance class with the G-Force, and the meet & greet with 26 Superbods finalists.

See you all at the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016 Pre-Finals Weekend!

Cool Summer colors by Caronia Nail Polish

Hey girls! Its almost summer, and I know us girls, are planning our summer itinerary and outfits too! Add some pop of color to your outfit and don’t forget to paint your nails (Dapat complete!) because I have something to share.

Caronia Nail Polish launches their “Popsicle collection”, These are 4 cool summer colors ( 2 of them are in matte!) and yes, they are budget friendly and you can buy them in any local store or grocery near you.

Caronia has improved and they do follow and update themselves with the trends. Adding hues and shades that fit every season and matches the young and hip vibe taste. Quality has improved also, now it is easy to apply and full coverage.

Tickle your senses with colors inspired by the most loved happy food, ICE CREAM!.

My two faves are Peach perfect and brain freeze in matte. (It really depends on your personality and what matches your skin tone and outfit too – well its all about how you present yourself! Summer you have to look good with your OOTDs)

If you opt for a sophisticated look going out and you’re into neutrals/nude shades like me go for PEACH PERFECT – its a shade of nude with a slight hint of pink for a rosy look.

If you like a sunny, bright and vibrant yellow shade go for LEMON COOL “happy yellow”.

And yes, you’ve heard it in MATTE, Go bold and wild with TEQUILA SUNRISE – It is a subdued red orange in matte finish. And something subtle. mysterious and yet alluring BRAIN FREEZE – plain blue shade in matte finish.

Tip: For loud social and beach parties, I advice the lemon cool, tequila sunrise and brain freeze.

I tried all the colors and here is a video clip on my fb page https://www.facebook.com/krishgeek/posts/10209204846987147?notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&notif_id=1459572222313546

The Popsicle collection is just LIMITED and it comes with a free sticky note pad – the price is budget friendly. So don’t miss it and get yours!

Feel free to comment below and I would like to hear which is your fave and tips too!

Striking Stripes on the Red Carpet

Red carpet glam on striking stripes that’s the theme of the “Myx Awards 2016” at the Kia Theatre, Cubao, Quezon city last March 15, 20

Expect it to be a star studded event, expect all the young rising stars and well acclaimed artists to be attending. It was my first time to attend to this particular awards night, it may be the hippest and grand awards I’ve attended (Hello I was surrounded by people from the media industry).

I didn’t really expect to meet Bretman rock who attended the event (I recently entered a contest for a makeup brand, to be able to win a M&G but sadly no luck for me. I’m glad I got to see him at the event- it was meant to be and highlight of my night!) and got the chance to chitchat with him a bit plus, a selfie too! Excuse my haggard face I just got from duty then attended an event at BGC prior then going back to Quezon city was a hassle (the travel time at EDSA – so much kill time).

My good friend Maris Racal @mariesteller attended as a presenter and my good friend’s sister, Sophia Andres too, It was nice seeing them and didn’t expect to see my nephew (one of the stylist at the Myx awards) -Follow at @rianfernandez888. Shout out to my good friend Sam Hidalgo and her bestfriend for accompanying me!

Imagine myself fangirling to those artists I really like and mandatory for me to ask for a simple selfie.

I got a copy of the list of nominees that night and yeah It was a competitive line-up (everybody was deserving). So its the viewers who gets to choose, I think. You have to vote and register online at the website.

The past Myx awards, I heard usually Sarah Geronimo and Yeng Constantino bag a lot the awards but yet lets give chance to others this time and the tables turned around. Surprisingly, Nadine Lustre dominated the Myx music awards and won a lot! Her named seemed to appeared in different categories along with her IRL partner James Reid. I thought Kathryn Bernardo may stand a chance but the JADINE phenomenon dominates (Certified OTWOLISTA fan here!)

Nadine Lustre was the top winner of the MYX Music Awards 2016, sweeping a total of five awards including Favorite Music Video, Favorite Song, Favorite Artist, Favorite Female Artist, and Favorite Collaboration along with boyfriend and onscreen partner James Reid.

Another big winner at the awards night was young artist Darren Espanto who took home two awards for Favorite Male Artist and Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ.

RnB princess Kyla also shone brightly at the MYX Music Awards as she won Favorite Remake and Favorite Media Soundtrack for her rendition of “On the Wings of Love.”

OPM icon Ogie Alcasid was a big star of the evening as well as he was recognized as this year’s MYX Magna awardee for his tremendous contribution in the local music scene.As a tribute, a mind blowing medley of some of Ogie’s best hits was performed by top OPM artists Jaya, Erik Santos, Christian Bautista, Yeng Constantino, Kyla, Angeline Quinto, Jona, Matteo Guidicelli, Jay-R, Aicelle Santos, and Top Suzara that earned a standing ovation from the audience.

My mom loves Ogie Alcasid, we have his album in our car and my mom plays it when she drops us to school. Then I saw him around our area, I was like this man was part of my childhood and since I heard he is gonna receive an award – He so deserves it. He is an OPM icon and brilliant song writer 🙂

And ika nga mabuhay ang OPM! I was able to watch the performance up front and it was so INTENSE, singing with OPM classic(s) that I’ve grew up hearing and singing to it as well. Matteo Guidicelli, was a revelation to me – he did really have a good voice (I just had a slight fangirl moment).

The 11^th MYX Music Awards which was held at the Kia Theater, was hosted by MYX VJs Ai dela Cruz, Robi Domingo, Tippy Dos Santos, Sarah Carlos, Alex Diaz, Jairus Aquino, and Sharlene San Pedro.

Among the artists and media personalities who graced the much-awaited awards night were Donna Cruz, KZ Tandingan, Kapamilya Chicken Pork Adobo online star Bretman Rock, Cheats, Callalily, Jason Dy, Silent Santuary, Abra, Paolo and Kiana Valenciano, Morisette, Jayda, Denise Laurel, JK Labajo, The Juans, Jensen and the Flips, and Ella Cruz.

The MYX Music Awards will have a replay on the following dates:

March 18, 5pm and 9pm
March 19, 11am
March 24, 10pm
March 25, 1pm
March 27, 11am

Here are the winners of the MYX Music Awards 2016:

Myx Magna Award: Ogie Alcasid

Favorite Music Video: “Me and You” – Nadine Lustre (Director: Miggy Tanchangco)

Favorite Song: “Me and You” – Nadine Lustre

Favorite Artist: Nadine Lustre

Favorite Female Artist: Nadine Lustre

Favorite Male Artist: Darren Espanto

Favorite Group: Silent Sanctuary

Favorite Mellow Video: “Dance Without The Music” – Yeng Constantino (Director: Cristhian Escolano)

Favorite Rock Video: “Firepower” – Bamboo (Director: Paolo Valenciano)

Favorite Urban Video: “Diwata” – Abra feat. Chito Miranda (Directors: Marco Gatchalian & Mark Ginolos)

Favorite New Artist: Jason Dy

Favorite Collaboration: “Hanap Hanap” – James Reid & Nadine Lustre

Favorite Remake: “On The Wings of Love” – Kyla

Favorite Media Soundtrack: “On The Wings of Love” – Kyla

Favorite Guest Appearance in a Music Video: Alden Richards (“Kapangyarihan Ng Pag-Ibig” – Aicelle Santos)

Favorite International Video: “Bad Blood” – Taylor Swift

Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ: Darren Espanto

Special Award: Best Music Video (not open to public voting): “Cerberus” – Abra feat. Loonie & Ron Henley (Director: Willan Rivera)

Myx.ph Vlogger Search winner: Sunny Kim

Chillax Responsibly with Nestea

I call Nestea the ultimate barkada chillax drink, every session and occasion there is a plunger of Nestea in sight- because Nestea is a good mix with anything.

And for this summer, everybody chillax drink launches its newest variant and their ultimate summer drink, the refreshingly exotic NESTEA Kiwi Lemon Blend -Made from real tea leaves and light and its only 19 calories guys! , this is NESTEA with a kiss of kiwi—the perfect thirst-quencher for a refreshing and relaxing summer. Also for those on a watch on their figure, you can still enjoy the summer not worrying of too much sugar intake on your drink – yet you still need a dose of sugar rush to be able to enjoy and accomplish your bucket list of summer activities.

Like what Leanne Jacinto, AVP Consumer Marketing for NESTEA, shares, “NESTEA is a brand that draws inspiration from the energy & youth of our consumers and wants to be at the forefront of always providing innovative, healthy and relaxing beverages.”

On its 19th year, Nestea gives back and takes the lead in preserving Boracay’s shores through responsible tourism and various activities to keep the island clean. In partner with Boracay Foundation Incorporated (BFI), a non-profit organization composed of over 150 members representing Boracay’s leading establishments, residents, and expatriates, which aims to bolster the island’s environmental, business, and social needs. Together with BFI and NESTEA brand ambassadors Jessy Mendiola, Tom Taus, Joyce Pring, Sam YG and Arisse De Santos, NESTEA is enjoining everyone to take part in coral rescue & replanting and shore & underwater cleanups.

This is a good step for Nestea because they just ain’t promoting the brand or drink, but also the Philippine tourism as well (since summer destinations in the country are blockbusters to tourists and locals) and serving as an example in promoting health wellness to the youth and young-at-heart, it pays to be active and rehydrating with Nestea light drinks. Don’t forget being a role model and showing us that we, humans that it is our mere responsibility to take care of nature not just tidying the shores but everything that surrounds us. I don’t understand why some people just decide to like dump their waste or trash to anything accessible but in fact they don’t know how they contribute in polluting and affect human health too.

Take part of the NESTEA Love the Beach squad of their choice assigned on each day of the three-part shore cleanup sessions. Interested volunteers can log on to www.nestealovethebeach.com.ph, powered by PLDT ALPHA Enterprise & SMART, to register and get more information

Going back to promoting wellness, on April 26, NESTEA opens the weeklong summer event with a 2-day volleyball clinic for the local youth in Boracay. NESTEA Love the Beach, in partnership with Mikasa, the official volleyball of the 19^th NESTEA Beach Volleyball Tournament, also promises an exciting time for volleyball fans and players alike with the return of its iconic intercollegiate beach volleyball competition on April 28. The country’s biggest volleyball belles (Team Plunge) Abigail Marano,Rachel Anne Daquis,Jovelyn Gonzaga,Jovelyn Gonzaga. Then for (Team Chillax) Ella De Jesus, Michelle Gumabao, Cha Cruz, and Sheila Pineda will also be facing each other in the ultimate beach volleyball showdown in the 2nd NESTEA Fantasy Volleyball Match on April 29-30. (Calling all Pinoy volleyball fans!)

To kick it off, finally, in the tradition of hosting the best and most anticipated LaBoracay parties, NESTEA partners with ZoukOut to bring international DJ Kaskade, electronic duo DVBBS, and the country’s hottest DJs to this year’s epic beach party on April 30 and May 1 on Boracay shores. You may get your tickets at SM TICKETS [https://smtickets.com/events/view/4158], Valkyrie, and The Palace Pool Club.

Big offers at BIG JAP!

It seems as I get older the more I appreciate Japanese food – Now I love Tempura SRLSY.

Well if you want to spend atleast P499 of UNLIMITED Tempura and Big Chops (with UNLIMITED rice, drinks and dessert). Head over to BIG JAP – Located at 24 H Apartment Hotel, P. Ocampo Street, La Paz, Makati City – few blocks coming from Ayala. Opening hours Monday-Thursday and Sunday 7 AM- 10 PM and Friday-Saturday 7AM – 12 Midnight ( For more information, menu and rate them when you visit at Zomato https://www.zomato.com/manila/big-jap-la-paz-makati-city).

Ain’t that a catch for P499! Very tummy fulfilling, yes, it is “masarap” and worth spending for. For the dessert, you choose either Buco Supreme (my fave), Coffee Jelly with ice cream and Banana Surprise.For the drinks, selected items. A variety of sauces included to dip your fave tempura and big chops Garlic Teriyaki, Wasabi Mayo and Tempura sauce.

Big Jap also offer Big group meals such as your TEAM SUMO p758: Pork Temppanyaki, Chicken Teriyaki and Sakana Furai – Good for 4 mix and match sumo platter, comes with Yakisoba, Nikuyasai itame, gohan and red ice tea.

As mentioned earlier, the desserts fall under SUMO SEXY (Big servings) . Buco Supreme – P65 , Coffee Jelly – P65 with ice cream and Banana Surprise Small P85 and Large P125.

The all time Japanese Favorites now made affordable, mine is GYUDON (Beef with shitake & egg – P190 ) , OYAKUDON (Chicken with onion and egg – P175) and RAMEN (Shoyu) -P220. For others you can refer to the menu (link) posted above.

After dining, maybe you want to chillax and sing to oldies but goodies, ultimate hugot playlist and millenial tracks at their videoke room to atleast fill up a bunch. Rates vary, package inclusive of 3 hours of videoke room.

SET A P 3599 (10 Pax): 10 drinks (beer, juice and ice tea) , peanut platter, 2 orders of asian chicken, 1 order gyota, 1 order chilli poppers.

SET B P 3599 (10 Pax): 10 drinks (beer, juice and ice tea) , 2 orders of Chicken Salpicao, 2 orders Big chops, 2 orders calamari sticks and 10 plain rice.

SET C P 4699 (15 Pax): 15 drinks (beer, juice and ice tea), 3 orders big chops, 3 orders calamri sticks, 2 orders chicken teriyaki, 15 garlic rice.

SET D P4699 (15 PAX): 15 drinks (beer, juice and ice tea), 3 orders Chicken Katsu, 3 orders calamari sticks, 2 orders pork teppanyaki, 15 plain rice.

If you plan to rent the pool area and enjoy rounds of billiards for P1500 24 hours, inclusive of breakfast.

Photos: Krizia Catapang