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OWL, Singapore’s leading coffee and tea brand is now available in the Philippines.

During OWL’s media launch, Mr Robert Francisco, a renowned Coffeeology Expert and Coffee Connoisseur talked about interesting trivia about coffee. He showed how elaborate it is to process instant coffee starting from the picking of the ripe cherries till the finished product. He discussed the different varieties of coffee like Robusta, Arabica, Excelsa and Liberica all of which have their own unique aroma and flavor.

“Owl has been brewing fine coffee since 1956. Its longevity and market success is a testament to its vast expertise and attention to detail in making the perfect coffee brew. Owing to its unique location along the straits of Malacca between Java and Penang, Owl is in the heart of one of the best coffee growing regions in the world. With Owl, you’re going to enjoy a great cup of coffee each and every time.” revealed Kerwin Wong, CEO of Transaxion Unlimited, the exclusive importer and distributor of Owl in the Philippines.

Owl Coffee comes in several variants: such as

Everyday Favorites

• 3-in-1 Strong
• 3-in-1 Regular Low Fat for diet conscious individuals.

Kopitiam Roast selection:

• Kopi Siew Dai with Less Sugar
• Kopi-C which features evaporated milk as its creamer giving a creamy smooth taste.

There is also Nanyang White Coffee line,  sweetened with coconut sugar for a unique aromatic blend.

Non-coffee:

• Owl Teh Tarik (Milk Tea)
• Ginger Tea with Honey great for a soothing morning and afternoon beverage.

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Owl on the Road
Last February 28, employees of the US Embassy along Roxas Boulevard were treated to a day with Owl Coffee and Tea. This was to be the start of the Owl roadshow. As people who were at LKG Tower last March 14 would know, this would be a great way to sample some of the flavors and to bring home a limited edition Owl Tumbler with a minimum purchase.

The “Owl Made Me Do It” caravan will be going around Quezon, Makati, and Pasig City business districts up until May 2014 bringing people together for their common love of coffee. The campaign aims to show that with renewed energy and vitality through drinking Owl, people can achieve more success in the workplace. Catch the Owl nearest you!

Owl is available in the Philippines at your leading groceries, supermarkets, convenience stores, and hypermarkets nationwide.

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“Wellness is not hard to achieve”.

Recently, Robinson’s Supermarket launched its first Annual Live Well Love Well Extraordinary “Mom-Me-Time” Experience, where moms all over Metro Manila were given tributes. These moms who has the health and welfare of their families on top of their priorities were treated to a day of pampering and fun.

Moms who went to the event were given hand spa treatments, hair make-over, make-up makeover and free meals at the salad bar and the new line of ready-to-eat meals called Fit Cuisine. Huge discounts on P & G items were also offered during the said event.

The event took place at the Eastwood Mall Open Park and Atrium. The event was hosted by Dimples Romana with celebrity mom guests Camille Pratts, Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan and Abby Arenas-de Leon.

Camille Pratts talked about raising her young son and how she encourages him to take up activities to develop his skills, rather than just being glued to tech gadgets.

Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan talked about organizing everything and doing time management so that all the things that need to get done, gets done. With five children, and with the help of her husband, they balance the taking care of the family, with God and prayers as an important part of the process.

Abby Arenas-De Leon talked about positive self-image and “loving yourself” to feel good and positive.

Partnering with P & G, Robinson’s encourages moms to achieve a lifestyle of wellness for them selves and their families. The right products and trusted brands make up for providing the health and wellness regimen for the family.

With P & G, moms…

Achieving the Live Well Love Well attitude is not that difficult with the help of Robinson’s Supermarket and P & G.

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This May 2013, Kultura Filipino celebrates three years of having Crafts for a Cause with new products and new partners.

Crafts for a Cause was able to bring together different products coming from livelihood programs of the non-profit organization partners. Through the training and help of various foundations, the products made by the marginalized and underprivileged members of the society have found their way to the hands of buyers who purchase these.

Photos of the products featured in Crafts for a Cause:

Kabalikat sa Kaunlaran ng Baseco

Life Project for Youth

Circle of Friends Foundation

Zonta ladies and their bag products

Berdesaco Bags

Bags made from newspapers

Bags from products using doy packs

Bags with soda can pop top lids

Crafts for a Cause began with 16 pioneering foundations with products from as far as the Cordillera region to the south in Basilan. For its third year, Kamay Crafts Foundation, the Paper for Now Foundation and the Circle of Friends Foundation are Crafts for a Cause’s newest partners.

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Who said boys can’t be fashion-conscious? They can be with the proper clothes (and swagger, lol) from where else but SM Kids’ Fashion.

Below are some fashion ideas from the  2012 Philippine fashion Week and SM Kids’ Fashion we can get for those handsome little men in our lives:

Bradley:

Colorful shorts bring instant liveliness to any ensemble. Capture that energy by pairing them with clothes in complementary—not matching!—colors. Make the outfit pop with sneakers that create contrast with the rest of the hues being worn. A good rule of thumb is to mix up warm colors, like red and orange, with cool colors like green and blue. A contrasting cardigan adds a touch of class, making little boys look dapper, yet casual.

Boys Got Style:

While loud colors can look debonair on a young boy by themselves, bringing in some contrast through additional layers creates depth and texture to the entire outfit. A sporty black jacket makes yellow shirts and red jeans pop, while taupe helps a red collared shirt blend in with dark blue jeans by cooling the vivid color down. The end result is a fashionable look that’s versatile enough for both night and day.

Dude:

Juniors and pre-teens are certified rockstars when dressed in Dude’s duds. Make heavily-textured shirts look sleek and sophisticated with blazers in neutral shades. If you want to keep the look casual, roll up the blazer’s sleeves along with the shirts to add a colorful cuff at the end. With a pair of dark-wash jeans and a stylish pair of sneaks to complete the ensemble, juniors are definite head-turners!

Modern Prince:

Dressed up doesn’t always have to mean toned down for kids. Brighten up the standard black suit with a colorful bowtie in complementary shades, like periwinkle. For a daytime affair, have some fun with a white suit by adding livelier colors like turquoise and salmon. A nice pair of boat shoes loosens things up without straying into informal territory. Crown the outfit with a stylish hairdo, and your dashing little gentleman will be the talk of the town.

Head over to SM Kids’ Fashion section and get the perfect outfit for your sons, nephews and godchildren.

Here are some fashion ideas for your little girls. 

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With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to shop for those cute little misses and misters: our daughters, sons, nephews, nieces and godchildren.

If you know your precious ones have discerning taste, head on over to SM Kids’ Fashion department and see what will perfectly fit your young loves.

Here are some fashion ideas from the 2012 Philippine Fashion Week for SM Kids’ Fashion:

Crib Couture for your baby boy and baby girl.

Baby boys look adorable when they’re dressed like little gentlemen. Keep things playful by adding a splash of color to timeless pieces. A bright checkered shirt, for instance, brings a smile to everyone’s faces when worn with a white vest and dark khaki pants. Round everything out with white shoes with a vivid trim, and your little bundle of joy becomes extra-huggable!

There’s nothing cuter than a baby girl all dressed up in pink and ruffles. Make her stand out from the rest by incorporating unexpected prints into her wardrobe. Animal prints paired with hot pink ruffles make her extra-adorable and the center of attention in any event! Add a similarly printed headband or a mini-bandana to make her outfit even more unique.

Hello Kitty:

Hello Kitty has always been a favorite among little girls and the brand has evolved from the usual pink-and-white color pallet. A pair of gold sandals is perfect for a black tiered dress with yellow trimmings, while silver goes well with a white-and-pink ruffled dress.Keep accessories to a minimum so that it doesn’t overwhelm the look and tie the whole outfit together with a playful hairstyle.

Girls Edition:

Mid-pastels are very feminine and add vibrant pops of color to a playful girl’s outfit. Aqua, purple, and yellow, for example, are great combinations as they complement each other. Mix and match outfits from this color pallet and add texture by using ruffled or frilly fabrics. Pair a purple top with aqua leggings or vice versa and complete the look with matching shoes.

Little Miss:

Polka dots are one of the trends that never really go out of style. They’re fun and add an interesting twist into any outfit. Bring out your feminine sidewith these polka-dot dresses from Little Miss. A frilly blue drop-waist skirt is perfect with hot pink ballet flats for a casual party, while simple silver sandals go well with a full skirt dress for more formal events.

Blush:

Blush pieces are chic while remaining girly—perfect for Juniors who want to make a statement with her fashion choices. Add an edgy twist to your metallic top-and-leggings combo or shift dress by pairing them with black lace-up sneakers. Put up your hair in a messy bun or tie it up in a loose ponytail for a laidback yet stylish look.

Modern Princess:

Calling all little girls who dream of becoming a princess, Modern Princess is here to let you dress up as one, only better! These colorful dresses add a fun spin to traditional party ensembles and make any girl the life of the celebrations. Pair them with silver sandals for a touch of glimmer and complete the whimsical look with a tiara!

How come we didn’t have these styles when I was younger?

Thought bubble: “I also wish they have these styles too for plus size cocktail dresses, 😀 “

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My kids are no longer babies and for that I heave a sigh of relief as I am free of several responsibilities so Yey! for that. If there are some things though that make me miss those times when they were still babies, that would be about getting cute outfits (lol), trying more organic food offerings, and doing cloth diapering. But I digress because I will stay focus on the cute outfits, specifically the shoes.

When TipTap Soft Soles Shoes launched its 2012 Collection, I couldn’t help but gush, gush and gush some more! The shoes are awesome and how I really wish that my kids were able to have these when they were much, much younger.

Here are some of the TipTap Soft Soles Shoes 2012 Collection I took photos of during the 2012 Collection Launch:

Fuchsia Ballet Flats with White Flower

Gold Eyelet Mary Janes

Corduroy Booties

Brown and Light Beige Sneakers with Strap

Blue & Brown Argyle Sneakers (L) Blue & White Checkered Espadrilles (R)

Moccasin (1pc L) Corduroy Booties (Middle) Plaid Boat Shoes (R)

Eyelet Mary Janes (Upper L) Moccasins (Upper R) Leopard Mary Janes (1pc Lower L) Floral Mary Janes (lower R)

High Cut Chucks (upper L) Eyelet Mary Janes (upper R) Glitter Mary Janes (1pc lower L) Leopard Mary Janes (lower R)

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