A Pinay Mommy's log of happenings in, around, and outside the home
For many Filipinos, get-togethers with loved ones are some of the highlights of the holiday season. However, whether you’re throwing a small party with friends, or hosting a grand family reunion with balikbayan relatives, there’s a lot of work that goes into pulling off a flawless celebration. Before you start thinking about who to invite or what food to...
“Undas”, or what Pinoys collectively refer to with the special days of All Saint’s Day (November 1) and All Souls Day (November 2) commemorating their loved ones and relatives who have passed away. While Mexico celebrates the ‘Day of the Dead’, the Philippines observes Undas by visiting the cemetery and offering prayers for the dead. As a predominantly Catholic...
After a blockbuster opening at New York Times Square, homegrown restaurant chain Jollibee continues to make waves in the Big Apple with digital billboards now already up at the iconic Times Square in New York, the global epicenter of outdoor advertising. Three billboards featuring its flagship product—the world-famous Jollibee Chickenjoy fried chicken—are now showing at the heart of Times...
MAGGI, the trusted ally of homecooks, encourages Filipinos to form healthy habits in the kitchen. By exercising better control over the household’s dietary intake, food budget and impact on the planet, moms can realize their goals when it comes to the overall well-being of their loved ones. Here are six simple habits that homecooks can start today. HEALTHY HABIT...
TCL Electronics, a leading consumer electronics brand, launched its new 98-inch TCL 4K QLED TV model C735 to Philippine customers. TCL went big in 2021 with its XL Collection of 85-inch Google TVs. The company upped the size ante again, introducing a new 98-inch this year. As a superior QLED 4K entertainment center, the 98-inch C735 is designed to deliver a...
There’s a line that goes “imitation is the greatest form of flattery.” To an extent, probably, yes. But if you just simply copy bits and pieces of it, then that’s just simply copying. Almost like plagiarism. Just had this thought because of something I found out a few minutes ago. So I was included in a brand collaboration for...
September 12, 2022, President Bongbong Marcos, Jr. signed E.O. Number 03 that allows the voluntary wearing of facemasks in open spaces and non-crowded outdoor areas with good ventilation. It is to take effect immediately. So don’t be surprised when you see a lot of people outside not wearing a facemask anymore. Actually, it’s been going on for sometime now....
Seen as a symbol of abundance, harmony, and luck, the full moon holds special significance in Chinese culture. With the moon said to be at its brightest and fullest on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, Chinese communities around the world will celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival on September 10 of this year. This joyous occasion is a...
Rex Education is celebrating the on-site return of the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) 2022 with free tickets, books, and prizes for bookworms, educators, and learners. Happening at the SMX Convention Center on September 15–18, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, the 43rd MIBF will bring together members of the local and international publishing industry to offer a...
To highlight awareness on indoor air pollution and its associated negative effects on health, Philips Domestic Appliances has developed a white paper independently reviewed by key academics and physicians in the fields of air pollution and respiratory health. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that outdoor air pollution has become a major environmental health problem across the...
