Budgetarian sa Valentine’s Day?

ni Lester Bautista (OJT) @Lifestyle | Feb. 13, 2025

Artwork: Kaye Eugenio (OJT)

Puno ng pag-ibig, pero baka naman ubos na ang budget mo? Huwag mag-alala dahil ang Valentine’s Day ay hindi kailangang magarbo para maging happy.

Hindi mo kailangang gumastos nang malaki para ipakita ang iyong love, love, love! Heto ang mga budgetarian tips para sa isang espesyal na araw.

Para magmukhang fancy nang hindi magastos, maghanda ng charcuterie board. Hindi kailangang mamahaling imported na deli meats. Pumili na lang ng local cheese, deli meats (ham, longganisa, o tocino), crackers, at mga prutas. Mura na, masarap pa.

#SupportLocal! I-arrange ang cheese sa gitna, ang mga sliced meats sa gilid, at prutas sa paligid para sa Instagram-worthy na date.

Nandito na tayo sa main event ng ating budgetarian tips, featuring… TUNA PUTTANESCA, sounds expensive? No worries, kayang kaya ‘to gawin. Una, ihanda ang ingredients — tuna in can, pasta, at mga herbs. See? Hindi naman ganu’n ka-complex ang mga kailangan.

Sunod naman ay lutuin na ang pasta, pagkatapos igisa ang tuna, at timplahan ng mga local herbs. Note: nakadepende sa preference mo ang lasa.

Para sa final touch, magdagdag ng garnish para mag-look professional chef sa budget-friendly dinner. Tandaan, sa dinner date, huwag nang magluto ng complex dishes, gumawa na lang ng tuna pasta — mura at madaling gawin.

Teka lang, walang tamis kung walang panghimagas, kaya subukan ang coffee jelly.

Kumuha lang ng instant coffee, gelatin, at gatas. Tunawin ang gelatin at ihalo ang coffee. Ibuhos sa lagayan at hayaang mag-set. Timplahan ng gatas at sugar, at mayroon ka nang perfect dessert.

Paalala, ang pagmamahal ay hindi nasusukat sa presyo. Ang mahalaga ay ang oras, super effort, at malasakit sa loved ones ang ipinapakita natin.

Kaya ngayong Hearts’ Day, ipagdiwang ang inyong pagmamahal nang budget-friendly at puno ng #HeartfeltMoments! TIPID na pag-ibig? No problem!

Calling All Foodies: SM Supermalls celebrates the best of the regions this September

by Info @Brand Zone | August 31, 2024

Discover the food lover’s ultimate destination at SM Supermalls, where a showcase of the best regional cuisine awaits! 

This September, SM Supermalls transforms into a vibrant food haven with a series of exciting events designed to bring the finest regional flavors to you. From irresistible dining deals to festive decorations and lively entertainment, the SM malls are set to provide exceptional food and fun.

Experience EATS & TREATS, where SM Foodcourt and mall tenants unveil exclusive dining deals and promotions that highlight the best regional flavors. Whether you’re craving local specialties or trending international dishes, enjoy a range of discounts and special offers both in-store and online, making every meal a celebration.

Step into the FOODIE BESTIVAL VILLAGE, an enchanting transformation of SM malls into a festive, gram-worthy wonderland. Adorned with colorful banderitas, twinkling lights, and dazzling lanterns, this vibrant setting invites you to hang with your besties in a truly festive atmosphere.

Indulge in the FAVOREATS FOOD MARKET, where a curated selection of the best regional and homegrown dishes await. This features authentic and trending cuisines from SM tenants and local MSMEs, offering a diverse array of flavors that showcase the rich culinary heritage of various regions.

Enhance your dining experience with BEATS & BITES, a specially curated playlist that complements the festive food exploration at the SM malls. Enjoy a dynamic mix of tunes that elevate the vibrant atmosphere, making every visit an enjoyable sensory experience.

For an extra dose of excitement, select SM malls will also feature BESTIVAL CHEF, highlighting the region’s finest homegrown specialty dishes prepared by mall tenant chefs to showcase this unique culinary experience. Additionally, don’t miss BIG BITES, where oversized foodie displays create perfect photo opportunities, adding a fun and memorable twist to your visit.

Spend a month of fun at SM Supermalls, and celebrate the best of regional flavors from September 1 to 30, 2024!

Are the cravings coming in? For more information and to stay updated, visit www.smsupermalls.com or follow SM Supermalls on Facebook.

New Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce launches with Philippines’ King of Talk, Tito Boy Abunda as celebrity endorser

by Info @Brand Zone | July 11, 2024

Manila, July 5, 2024 — Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce launches in the Philippine market today with a commitment to food excellence and flavorful innovations. The brand is thrilled to also introduce Tito Boy Abunda as the celebrity endorser who shares about how Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce will become a new household name that will deliver unparalleled food taste and quality through spaghetti dishes and Filipino favorites such as the Mechado, Afritada, Kaldereta, Menudo, Pochero, and many more. The variety Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce is capable of bringing to Filipino homes is endless, hence the expression that it is projected to bring to everyone… ”SuuusSarap!” 

“As someone who appreciates good food, I am truly excited to be part of this milestone with the Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce Family. Sa unang tikim ko pa lang, alam ko na agad, ito ang bagong spaghetti sauce #ParaSaBayan. Their spaghetti sauce is more than just a special mix of naturally sourced ingredients, it is made with love, it is made for the Filipino’s taste—and will surely transform ordinary meals beyond just spaghetti, into extraordinary experiences.”, Tito Boy Abunda says about Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce. 

Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce’s culinary team has meticulously sourced and brought together the finest ingredients, ensuring that each pack will deliver a symphony of taste that will delight moms, dads, kuyas, ates, lolos and lolas, food enthusiasts, home cooks and food professionals alike. Not only that, but the product is also naturally rich in Lycopene and is Halal-certified to ensure that everyone can have a taste of this sauce in their meals. 

“We are all excited for every household in the Philippines to get a taste of what Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce has to offer. It took us many months to get us to where we are today, and we are sure that this is the Spaghetti Sauce that Filipinos are looking for, and we are working hard to get this to as many kitchens in the Philippines as possible.” Ron Ferrer, Marketing Head of Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce proudly shares. 

In partnership with All Day Supermarkets, Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce will be available in their select stores nationwide. 

As part of the launch, news and updates about Kitchen Magic Spaghetti Sauce can be found in their Facebook and TikTok pages—facebook.com/kitchenmagicsauceph and @KitchenMagicSaucePh respectively.