MANGO Rock It Up! - Philippine Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014

You know this brand from a mile away. They've got some of the best clothes known the world over and they have made their mark already in the Philippine retail scene. Twas an exciting evening to showcase what they have for next season. It's all things nice and comfy. It was meant for men, women and even kids on the runway. It was something so nice to see after a whole week of fashion overload... something sweet to end the season.

The event was hosted by Borgy Manotoc and Nicole Anderson which I have seen quite often in other events. They were excited as I am about this big launch for Mango's newest flagship store at the Mall of Asia in Pasay City. I've seen this still in construction a few days back when I covered other shows and I must say its size was just bigger!

Then LIVE MUSIC was done by Taken by Cars. I must admit, I dig their music and twas something to enjoy much like international fashion shows.

Mango and HE by Mango presented coats, layers, jackets, dresses, leather, prints and stripes.  They also have different shades of gray, black hues and even tan in the mix. I'm loving Mango already and then there was more! This one's Mango Sport and Intimates.

Shop at the Comforts of Your Own Home with O SHOPPING!

Been blessed to have been able to witness the launch of ABS CBN's newest channel O SHOPPING. This is a joint venture between Korean giant CJ O Shopping Corporation and Manila's ABS-CBN Corporation. They met halfway with the other needing each other if you know what I mean. 

 

Mr. Lopez himself admittedly said they had some challenges with the previous shopping network that they put up; and CJ O Shopping Corporation had everything that they lacked before, and more. The solid supply chain with world class products coming from all over the Asian region plus their steadfast capability to deliver right at your doorstep. ABSCBN's whole media and online arm is one of the country's best and they'll have that part of the bargain taken cared of. 

CJ O Shopping Corporation's CEO Lee Hae Sun stated that the Philippines prove to be one of the largest markets in Southeast Asia. They have already been doing so good in other countries and it's time that they invest in a country where shopping and convenience should be a way of life. They'll do just that with the help of ABSCBN as a great partner to enter something that they've been wishing for all along.

The dry run had very encouraging results and sales have been evidently good according to the local managers and they are preparing to release more products soon. O Shopping's lineup include kitchen, home, exercise and beauty products. I must say, I'm very tempted to purchase those pots and pans, plus the exercise equipment. I can cook while working out LOL

They even tried to order for us through phone and we got the shock of our life when we got the package after a minute. The delivery guy suddenly appeared!

See? It's just a call away, it's stress free and you can even check out its features running on 24/7 daily programs through Sky Cable or Global Destiny... or watch it on free TV through Channel 2 and 23 on the wee hours o the morning. Now we can be at par with China, Japan, India, Turkey, Thailand, and Vietnam; let's shop at the comforts of our own home! Call 800-0000, 800-1000 or 800-7000 now!

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Avida’s South Park District Now Has Mercato Centrale

I've been to the south a few days ago to see what's happening over there and was happy to see Mercato Centrale finally opened it's doors in the Alabang area. There was pounding music and proud waving flags in Avida's South Park District. This hosts artisans and new business owners on a market laid on a 6.6 hectare land which was previously the home of Nestle Philippines.

The space had so much mouth watering food that you would forget your name every time you pass by each vendor. Your favorite grilled beef kebab (shown above) looks so good (which is in its gigantic form) so you would really love how it looked like right off the grill. Then you go ahead and smother it with their special sauce... by this time you would really have lost your mind.

Your protein diet won't end there because they also have Chicken Kebab. The lighter more soft meat just adds to the multitude of grilled wonders served in Mercato Centrale. If you fancy a more adventurous eat, then why not get some of your favorite ISAW! Oooh this is so good!

Perfectly cooked, parts are hot and crispy then you dip it into slightly chili-fied vinegar oh you wouldn't stop with one stick. Don't let anyone tell you to stop! :D

Roasted beef slices tucked in a soft pillowy pita bread with slices of onions, tomatoes and more roasted veggies plus garlic + yogurt sauce puts you in the perfect picnic mood right in the heart of Alabang. 

Bringing in Mercato Centrale to Avida's South Park District was a no brainer because this was something that they have envisioned to be their thrust as soon as everything has been put up. They are planning to have 8 towers in total to this 6.6 hectare property. The property will have it's own Ayala mall which also means it will get all the brands existing ones carry (like Trinoma, Greenbelt etc). They will also be calling it Southpark mall. The towers will eventually have their own different name but it will have the typical avida tower size which is around 22-36 floors. They will also be putting up a park in the middle and they want to make it grand since this is the first township project of Avida. 

Entertainment for residents and shoppers will be provided by the mall on a regular basis. They plan to put up the park by next year so people can enjoy that while waiting for the towers to be built. There will be BPO companies and hotels also in the plans so there are opportunities to work within the area. Two big companies already purchased floors. They have invested around 5 billion just for the mall so you get how GRAND this is going to be, and trust Avida because this is just the beginning. 

Ms. Joyce De Guzman, Avida South Park's Marketing Manager and Ms. Rowena Cruz the Project Development Manager showed us around the property and promises your own eden within the city.

No worries too on traffic and flooding because they are working with the LGU for road capacity and traffic. They are also putting up a huge retention tank and putting the actual properties a meter up so your cars won't get wet even on its tires. This is an 8,000 square meter park that we are talking about here so it's pretty huge. All these residential units are on medium price range and they are excited to offer this to even locals. They already have people from Cavite, Quezon and nearby provinces inquiring and acquiring units so make sure you do that too before it's too late. They are hoping to have acts like the Supremo by Ballet Philippines or similar ones plus other music acts lined up as this gorgeous location so if there's a perfect time to get your units down south, this is it! 
 

Southpark promises more but you better check it out yourself and see what promise this property has to make your dreams come true in the South of Manila.

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Tanduay Rhum Rockfest Year 7

One epic night deserve some gorgeous photos. I've covered them last year and this year's Tanduay Rhum Rockfest Year 7 was surely awesome! The crowd was rocking, the multitude of bands who performed were well appreciated. Thousands of people flocked the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds taking advantage of the tickets they got from drinking one of the best rhums in the world... TANDUAY!

How can you not love seeing Parokya ni Edgar, Kamikazee, Rico Blanco, Sponge Cola, Wolfgang, Gloc 9, Color it Red, Ebe Dancel, True Faith, The Youth, Chicosci, Sandwich, Kitchie Nadal, Barbie Almabis, Alamid, Abra, Session Road, General Luna, Frank Magalona, Hilera, The Dawn, Franco, Up Dharma Down, Siakol and 6cyclemind all in one place? You must be out of your mind!

Barbie Almalbis stayed away from the acoustic set she did on other stints and got back to her stuff with a cloud of electric guitar goodness and played the classic hits we loved.

He's back and he's even got a Rhum Coke on his hand. He's no other than the great lover boy Chito Miranda who gave the crowd superior performance with Parokya ni Edgar. He didn't hold back on performance level and it was awesome to hear him sing with other artists during the Tanduay Rockfest Year 7. Him + GLOC9 = EPIC!

Jet Pangan and The Dawn singing SALAMAT above all things brings back memories. He's the best in his class and brings REAL music hands down. No matter what genre, people still appreciate their music because its genuine... salamat for everything. Thank you for getting in touch with the crowd too!

People don't go crazy as JAY of Kamikazee. Put him on stage plus a couple of gorgeous girls and he'll surely ask for a GROUP HUG. No malice or pun intended. He's the real deal ladies man and he rocked MOA Grounds that night.

6CycleMind's former frontman Ney Dimaculangan shows us he's still got it. This guy's vocal adrenaline is tops. He's voice is really good and mighty perfect for rockstars. He's the real deal and this was doubly great when he also got on stage with other artists.

What's even better is that even if you missed this concert, they'll be showing it on TV as Tanduay Rhum Rockfest VII premiers via Sunday Night Box Office on GMA-7 November 10, 2013. It shows around 10PM-12AM so make sure you don't touch that remote if you wish to have this rockfest in your homes!

Plus there'll be MORE provincial tours like the Tanduay First Five in LUCENA City which happens on November 15 at the Alcala Sports Complex. To get tickets, just purchase Tanduay 5 years or Tanduay Light 750 ML and go to Leoning Store - Tagarao Street, Brgy. Iyam Lucena City, RS Wine House - Gomez Street, Corner Enriquez Street, Lucena City, and Vencili Veneli Wine House - Enriquez Street, Lucena City. Or you can do the Tanduay First Five in BATANGAS City which happens on November 16. You can get your tickets from Rafael Nabor - Tierra Verde, Pallocan, Batangas City, Reden Dela Rocca - Tingga Labac, Batangas City, Lucio Magadia - Alangilan, Batangas City, Fast Bite Convenience Store - Pallocan West, Batangas City and Dreaming Forest Convenience Store - Alangilan, Batangas City. Just do the same thing and purchase the Tanduay bottles mentioned above and you're good to go!

CREDITS TO PHOTOS: Thank you so much to correspondent and premier Concert Photographer Mikz Marcelo for these awesome shots! You are awesome! #TeamEmpire

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