WENDELL RAMOS at the Launch of WenDeli Meatshop

He's got one of the most gorgeous faces in Philippine showbiz, has got a body of a Greek god and women adore him. He's no other than noted actor and hunk Wendell Ramos. He has been industry for a long time and has cemented himself in the comedy and drama genres and hasn't lost his good looks even after Fatherhood stepped in and brought equally gorgeous kids in this world too.

It was severely hard to work during the pandemic and a lot of actors and his friends have had to approach him and ask for money in those difficult times. He didn't want to plainly just give them money, but instead an opportunity to work for it. He saw his wife dropping off meat products sourced from friends to earn a living. If there's an advantage, Wendell knew he had the network to do this on a larger scale. So in 2020, he sought the expertise of iFranchise Business Services Corporation and Commissary Kitchen. This is when WenDeli Meat House was born.

Initially he just wanted to help a few friends, but the folks at iFranchise Business Services Corporation saw a huge potential with this business model and sought to expand this business to kababayans in other countries so they too could become dealers as well.

Here's our video coverage of the event:

Krizzia Ann Loyang the President and CEO of iFranchise says "Thank you for being here this evening. Almost 3 years ago, the world stopped and with iFranchise, it was my responsibility to move forward. We have a family and businesses to sustain. We all had struggles but we just have to believe. With WenDeli Meat House, we were able to give employment and give back to communities. Being an OFW, I personally saw how Wendell supported our efforts in different countries, we knew our business had a heart and has created an impact. Through this platform, it would hone and improve the lives of our fellow Filipinos and bring our products here and around the world. We want to let them reach their dreams. We know we still have a lot of places to go to, thank you for supporting us, Wendell's family, my family and the whole iFranchise organization."

Joel Pascual of Commissary Kitchen says "Tonight is a story of resiliency, one day a man called Wendell Ramos approached us in the kitchen to develop a line of products, and the rest is history. During the pandemic, this was a gamble. Tonight we are celebrating the new direction and business model together with the iFranchise family. From our kitchen, it is now going global. We recognize opportunities and now we are acting on it."

WenDeli Meathouse products currently include Wendeli Longganisa, Wendeli Beef Tapa, Wendeli Tocino, and Wendeli Burger Patty. They also have spicy variants to cater to other peeps who want it with a little kick too. 

You can be an official Reseller for as low as Pho 98K and a country Franchisee for Php 2.8M. It's got a lot of inclusions like use of trade name, ambassador and marketing collaterals, freezers, initial products, training and support, recipes, brand and marketing support for resellers. Country Franchisees on the other hand get the same perks plus operational help, training assistance abroad, a minimal 10% royalty/partnership fee and an 8 year contract with the company. It has already changed the lives of a lot of his friends, his family and OFW's based in Dubai, Africa, Japan, Portugal and others. If you want to be part of their growth, it would be wise to do it early so get in touch with them via wendelimeathouse@gmail.com or their social channels WenDeli Meathouse on FB or @WenDeli_Meathouse on IG. He's excited to be part of your journey!

CPFI Launches 100% Plant Based unMEAT

Century Pacific Food Incorporated just launched unMEAT, their plant based meat alternative which is now available in Swift Meat E-Tindahan outlets and in Shopee and Lazada. If you are looking for branches, you may find them via bit.ly/unmeatshopee and bit.ly/unmeatlazmall or in Kitchen Marks bit.ly/unMEATxKMShopee and bit.ly/unMEATxKMLazada.


CPFI is a global company with a Philippine footprint. We are aware that there are players in this place, but we are offering an alternative. Price is close to actual meat, the look and taste of meat without any preservatives. At Century, they have some of the most variety of products. Unmeat is plant based, protein rich, has fiber, and has the same benefits as with other plant based burgers. Our r&d worked hard to make this the tastiest but with less than ten ingredients.

 

Their production has been done in Wenger Manufacturing Inc. and their goal was to find something that had texture, the feel and flavor of actual meat. Century Pacific met with them and found how good they had. In 2008, they were already attending plant based proteins and wanted to have something that has the flavor of meat, but with all plant alternatives. They use NON GMO soy products for these. Symrise Flavor decode, design and deliver flavors that would work for the consumer. It also lasts 9 months under frozen conditions. They cost it quite nicely too at Php 135 for the unMEAT Burger Patties (226g). The unMEAT Sausages (225g) cost the same while the unMEAT Nuggets (200g) is at Php 120 and the unMEAT Giniling (200g) is at Php 120 which means it's all quite affordable.

 

 

So, will you try this out and cook your usual dishes with it?

Titallennials Frozen Goodies

Mom is the best cook at home. No contest.

She's the queen, the kind that would whip up some good ol home cooking whenever, wherever and however our meals happen at the dinner table. She learned through life experiences and always made it a point to go home at the same time, so we can eat together almost everyday. Food bonds us all, hence our big pudgy family. 

Just like you, I want to continue this tradition, but it's not always a good day for them to spend all day in the kitchen. They get "aged" but not old... and I don't want her to get tired. Now who do you call for help when this happens? Perhaps your LOLA? Or maybe your TITALLENNIALS?

This SME business made for and by Moms in their own right are now selling frozen items, dairy products and even teach you how to cook it. If you check out their Facebook Page here Facebook.com/Titallennials/, they have easy to follow recipes on videos so you don't really have to be a genius to do it yourself. Aside from that, they also put instructions on the label of the products they sell so it was a breeze for my relative who couldn't even boil an egg LOL!

The Pork Tocino was something I like too. It wasn't overly sweet, it won't get your kids to run around because of a rush. They probably spent a lot of time researching the recipes because this would cater to a more general market. They didn't have to make it extremes, they did it just right.

My Mom loved the Homemade Garlic Longganisa. It was just something good served on the 4th day for breakfast. It was garlicky but still sweet so it's like a mix of spiced and hamonado type of sausages. My Mom always looks forward to breaks like that, garlic rice and the longganisa plus a cup of sugar free coffee, she's good with that.

The Chicken Teriyaki was sweet and savory. I didn't even have to go out and dress up to be in a Japanese joint to have this. They deliver straight to your doorstep so just give them your details and enjoy the meal.

I love the Japanese Dumplings. I'm saying that because I felt and tasted like it was new even if it was already frozen when I got it. I simply put a rack on top of boiling water, waited for it to cook and got still firm wrappers and chinese restaurant like quality on the dumplings.

My personal favorite was the All Meat Franks. It had the right amount of spice, a little crispy-chewy outside but still juicy inside. I ate it as soon as it landed on the table, I dreamed about it the next day LOL!

Now if you want a treat like this in the comforts of your home, I'll post their pricelist on this article. You may order through their page which I mentioned earlier or their number 09209274177 and look for Anna Chan. Thing is, there are no minimum orders, you just have to pay for delivery. So if you want to save, order a lot!

I'm actually eyeing those dairy products next, Titallennials might actually save you and your family some trouble. Go call them quick!

KUMAGCOW

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Healthy Mediterranean Choices at Shakey's

The Philippines is about to turn healthy this decade and restaurants should definitely think of adding choices to their menu. Good thing Shakey's is doing that with the recent addition of several meals that weight watchers and health freaks would gladly celebrate about. Imagine, there's no meat in these dishes and it's pretty cool that it would also coincide before the holy week too. The one above is their Mediterranean Tuna Pasta. It's got greens, tomatoes, bell peppers, olives and chunks of lovely healthy tuna on top of imported feta cheese. It's not only healthy, but really guilt free, because I said so LOL!

This one's their Grilled Vegetable Pizza. It's got Caramelized Onions, garlic, Zucchini, roasted eggplant and peppers. Yes, you're hearing that right, it doesn't have meat at all. They also have the Greek Salad that's got lettuce, peppers, tomatoes, olives, salami, feta cheese, every thing fresh meant for your table. Now more than ever, Shakey's is bringing all these flavors if you dine in, take out or have it delivered into your homes too. It's not that expensive either so if you would like it light but filling, you would definitely have choices in their store.

The Mediterranean Tuna pasta costs Php195 while the others are only Php 220. Make sure you visit them today in all Shakey's branches nationwide! Don't add salt unless you see the need to. It's time for a Shakey's!

KUMAGCOW

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Mega Global: Enriching Filipino Lives, One Can at a Time

Mega Global (photo credits to Mega Global FB page and not mine).

This June, a company committed to deliver relevant, up to date and quality products is celebrating their 40th year anniversary. You probably have one or more of their canned merchandise in your home right now but half awake thinking they actually were the ones to manufacture it. Mega Global Corporation, the one who makes Mega Sardines, Mega Creations, Valley Farm and Oh My Ulam! brand of products just struck ruby this 2015 and they're letting you know how much they appreciate your continued patronage of their food products which is distributed here and elsewhere in the world.

Mega Sardines is now in an easy open can. This means, when you go out and travel with the people you love, you don't have to bring a can opener to enjoy it. It's sweet as the sauce is made of ripe tomatoes. This is just one of the things Mega Global produces in their plant. They happen to have the means to can the fish within a 12 hour process. From the sea to the can, unbelievable right?

Mega Global also thought that you should enjoy other things aside from Sardines. They made other varieties like Mega Creations in Natural Oil and Spanish Style. The one in Natural Oil is light, perfect for filling hot bread. My personal favorite is Spanish style, being a person with Spanish lineage makes me naturally love things this hot. Confession, I had 2 cups of rice with it! Super good!

Keeping with the times, Mega Global also has Valley Farm which is a line of food products like luncheon meat. They have it in Tocino Style without making it expensive like the other brands we know. They also encourage to mix this up with other things so you can create other dishes, a feat that makes you decide countless things to make with a single can. See the possibilities? Exactly.

For the fast lifestyle, there's "Oh my Ulam!" which you can easily have with hot white rice. I can even imagine it now. Pork cutlets in adobo flavor, or lechon paksiw that's truly legit, you can even serve this breakfast, lunch or dinner and go away with it. There's no need for cooking too so you save precious time. I tried this the other day and I must say, it changed the way I look at canned food. It doesn't have to be expensive, it just have to be as special as this! 

You see, Mega Global doesn't just manufacture food products and can them... they actually change the way we see food getting preserved, served in meals and have the convenience of just opening a can instead of preparing the whole enchilada. It's convenient, it's fresh, and can save lives in tough times. Mega Global brings in quality that Filipinos here and abroad only deserve, and they've been doing it all these years. It is my wish that in the 40 years that they've been here, they continue to innovate and make us get the best food products in the market, more success in the coming years as they enrich our lives, one can at a time. 

I'll be in your celebration this week, hope to see the people behind this brand in June!

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The New Greenwich 4-in-1 Overload Pizza!

Ever got caught in that dilemma of ordering pizza and you, your office mates, your friends couldn't decide what pizza flavor to choose? Well I've got good news for you. The Philippines most favorite pizza and pasta brand is dishing out something special this holiday season. Ladies and gentlemen, presenting the new Greenwich 4-in-1 Overload Pizza!

Think of your 4 favorite Greenwich Pizza flavors like Pepperoni, Hawaiian Overload, All Meat and Cheese Overload and the Ultimate Overload all in one 15 inch pizza. It's the perfect for those who want it all, a taste of the other pizza flavors when you couldn't make up your mind or just want a piece of it all. Now it's easier to make your friends and family happy because you've got it all, in one single pie. 

Open up a bottle of soft drink, pour it on a glass. Take it to the living room, or your office pantry and ask your friends to join in. It's easy to enjoy the new Greenwich 4-in-1 Ultimate Overload Pizza because it's got hundreds of ways to keep coming back to the number 1 best selling pizza in the Philippines. Oh and did I say it's only Php 549.00? Isn't that enough reason to celebrate? Go call 55555 or visit www.greenwichdelivery.com and order this one online!

I love you Greenwich!

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Teddy's Bigger Burgers Now In The Philippines

Aloha! Manila's food scene is blowing up! In a good way that is. The number 1 burger joint from Hawaii is in town and they're ready to hit the Phillippines by storm and do one thing in mind , bring Teddy's Bigger Burgers to Filipino burger lovers in Manila!

They are opening their doors at the posh Greenbelt 3 and got us to take a look at their best sellers. Though before that, we got to meet the founders and their crew from the US and also the Philippines. They came from different states too and have gone miles just to train the people here.

They took a minute or two to explain the menu to us but it's very easy to understand. The burgers are 100% pure beef- and use ground chuck, set as 5 ounces per patty, use seasonings, their secret spice, sauces and 3 choices of buns (potato, wheat or lettuce wrap).