CUCINA ANDARE: THE FIRST FOOD TRUCK MARKET IN THE PHILIPPINES

 The rainy season is just around the corner but there’s no reason to stop satisfying hungry tummies and cravings. Have you guys heard of Cucina Andare? I’ve recently been to Cucina Andare located at the Glorietta Open Park (just fronting Glorietta 3, Landmark, Makati Shangri-La and 6750) and I must say it’s really an experience. Cucina Andare is serving hungry customers not just good food but a unique dining experience. Enjoy a wide variety of great-tasting food, pastry, and dessert al fresco from the lovely food trucks and food stalls. There are so many to choose from so there’s really something that would surely satisfy even the most discriminating palate.

“Cucina Andare aims to provide budding entrepreneurs with a food business incubator. They could start their small business here, we try to help them in whatever way we can and eventually, they could branch out,” explains Mr. Ian of Cucina Andare. 

Cucina Andare provides diners with a perfect break from a hectic day or an avenue to have more fun after work. Gourmet foods are prepared by different food trucks and food stalls. Inspired by the Western idea of gourmet food on wheels, these mobile foodservice vehicles have been satisfying taste buds since Cucina Andare have started to create a new kind of food trip adventure by picking your fave meal from these mobile food service vehicles. 

Cucina Andare gathers every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4Pm to 3AM. For vendor (food truck or food stall) inquiries, please contact 0917-8401152 or email them at admin@CucinaAndare.com

Disclaimer: I am not compensated for this post. Opinions expressed are my own. 

MEDICARD-METAFIT FITNESS BOOT CAMP KICKS OFF TO PROMOTE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

MediCard Philippines Inc in partnership with popular celebrity fitness coach Jim Saret’s MetaFit (Metabolic Fitness) brings back the MediCard-Metafit Fitness Boot Camp starting on June 10, 2013. The said fitness program aims to promote a healthy lifestyle among its participants and encourage others to do the same. The fitness program will be visiting three different venues this year and it will run from June to October 2013. The first leg kicks off at the MediCard Lifestyle Center in Makati City.

 Selected bloggers were invited to try out the MediCard-Metafit Fitness Boot Camp program and see for themselves how it works. “It wasn’t that easy especially for someone who isn’t really into religiously exercising,” says my contributor writer, Rica who came on my behalf because I had other commitments to do. “I got a little dizzy doing the routine exercises, but it’s okay. I’m not just as active as I should have been these past few months. And it actually felt good to pump up my adrenaline rush again,” she adds.

The MediCard-Metafit Fitness Boot Camp sets itself apart from other fitness programs nowadays because it’s one of the most comprehensive and effective fitness programs in the country. Also, given the fact that it is affiliated with the leading healthcare provider makes it’s the safest. The said program also encourages participants to gain camaraderie from fellow participants and fitness enthusiasts who share the same goals and sense of achievement. 

 “We believe that through this program we help promote a healthier and more active lifestyle,” says Kate Joaquin, MediCard Philippines marketing manager, “One that is very engaging and is never boring because it involves a lot of participation and commitment.”

The MediCard-Metafit Fitness Boot Camp is a series of high intensity work out that aim to increase the body’s natural metabolism through short, 4-minute workouts. Coach Jim Saret had specifically made and developed this program and it has grown in popularity among a wide range of individuals across all ages. The said program hopes to bring in between 70 to 100 participants for each venue. 

“We are truly pleased for this partnership with Coach Jim Saret,” says Dr. Nicky Montoya, MediCard Philippines president. “This is something we believe in because MediCard Philippines believes that quality healthcare is all about taking preventive measures by being actively fit and healthy. We want to give good quality coaches and exercise programs that will be effective in making people live a healthier life so that people can keep up with the program while having fun and getting healthy.”

BLUEWATER DAY SPA LAUNCHES ITS SEARCH FOR ITS FIRST-EVER BLUEWATER BABY IMAGE MODELS

 BlueWater Day Spa had been one of the pioneers in the country to offer a baby massage or infant massage treatments because they had always believed in its many benefits. And as a way of further promoting this treatment and in thanking loyal patrons who have availed of the said treatment for their babies, BlueWater Day Spa recently launched their first-ever search for BlueWater Baby Image Models!

Ms. Rikka Dylim, host for the said launch.

Bluewater Day Spa officials with Ms. Mary Simisim, owner and image endorsers Anthony and David Semerad with Fabio Ide and Ms. Rikka Dylim.

So Mommies, doll up your cute little ones and join this modeling search. BlueWater Day Spa is in search for cute babies for its signature Baby Massage. The contest will run from June 6 to August 6, 2013 and is open to all babies and toddlers ages 6 months up to 2 years old (two winners: boy and girl) and 2 years old to 4 years old (two winners: boy and girl).

Awesome prizes is up for grabs:

·         One (1) Birthday Kiddie Spa Party Package for a maximum of 28 persons at BWDS-Ortigas Spa Theatre worth P20, 000 (Terms and Conditions apply)

·         Complimentary Ten (10) baby Massage Treatments valid for one year worth P35, 000.

·         To be featured in a BWDS Ad Campaign for Baby Massage (online, print, in-store ad collaterals) with photo shoot.

Model Fabio Ide welcomes guests.

Basketball heartthrob twins Anthony and David Semerad.

If you think your babies have what it takes to become a model, avail of this chance and who knows, your little one might just be the One that BlueWater Day Spa had just been looking for. For full mechanics of the contests, please check out this link- https://www.facebook.com/bwdspa.

Disclaimer: I am not compensated for this post. 

BIOESSENCE URBAN ESCAPE TREATMENTS: REVAMP AND RELAX IN STYLE

It is important to spend a time meant entirely for you. Next to vacations and lounging around mastering the art of doing nothing, what probably spells a better “me-time” than taking long luxurious laps of relaxation and beauty makeovers. Mommies, take time off slaving over work and reward yourself with a royal treatment. Bioessence prides itself in offering indulgent services that are sure to please the princess or the queen in you. When it comes to indulging yourself, Bioessence is a haven of pleasure with its wide selection of spa treatments and wellness services. So seize your me-time and get yourself some well deserved pampering and primping at Bioessence and spend an afternoon or an entire day of infinite bliss and self-indulgence spent wisely. Go ahead and spoil yourself from head to toes with a treatment of your choice. 

 Bioessencerecently launched their Urban Escape treatments at their West Avenue branch and introduced their latest brand ambassador model/blogger Iya Consengco. During the said launch, Ms. Consengco gave a short talk on how to prevent stress while Bioessence’s Training Manager, Ms. Charisse Sampang, further explained how they come about with the Urban Escape treatments as well as its benefits.

Face it: the harsh weather, layers of makeup, stress and sleepless nights are getting under your skin (and are showing on your eye bags too!) Don’t fret though, there’s still hope.  Bioessence’s new Urban Escape Treatments are here to help. After one session, see and feel your face clean and radiant.  Bid adieu to every skin flaw imaginable with these treatments and feel refreshed without necessarily escaping the city.

For the Urban Escape Treatments, clients have two options: A Luxurious facial—It is a facial inspired by the pure essence of life to relax, purify, invigorate and restore the natural balance of your skin. This facial combines pampering and therapeutic techniques with specialized, proven products to restore the skin’s normal moisture level while revealing a more vibrant complexion.

 Then of course, there’s the Pampering massage. The leaflet says “Relax in a cocoon of warm, rich oils that lavish your skin with naturally health-enhancing nutrients, in a luxurious 60 minute body massage. A truly line indulgence as only natural extracts are being used blended with pure essence to ignite your body’s self cleansing and healing mechanisms. This helps flush out impurities and improve blood circulation.

I had tried Bioessence’s Urban Escape Facial treatment and I’d have to say that it’s the best facial I’ve ever had! I bet you guys are curious what makes it different from the other facials. It uses a unique blend of pampering and rejuvenating. The treatment starts with facial cleansing milk, followed by some facial scrub, I also had a diamond peel treatment included and pricking followed by a relaxing and invigorating peppermint mask. In between, I received a soothing massage on face, neck and décolleté (chest massage) to break some nodules and manage the lactic acids (lamig) on the arms. Using precise hand movements on my skin, the response creates an increase in my body’s own transport mechanism which causes lymphatic fluid drainage. The therapist used her hands to knead, rub and gently squeeze the muscles on my upper back, arms, shoulders, neck, scalp and face. Oh, and my lips were also dabbed with a special lip balm to make sure that even my lips were properly moisturized and my hands were wrapped to further seal the moisturizing oil or lotion as well. Everything induces a feeling of well-being and calm and are believed to help re-balance the body, sharpen the mind and improve concentration.

 Next time I visit Bioessence, I’d like to try the Urban Escape Treatment pampering massage. My friends say I’ve got to try it. It uses basalt stones and helps relax tight muscles. They say the experience is far different from my usual classic European (Swedish) massage. Well, I look forward to having such treatments soon. In the meantime, allow me to relish my baby-soft skin from the Bioessence Urban Escape Luxurious Facial I’ve just had.

For more info on Bioessence or any of its treatments, call or text 0918-8-BEAUTY (232889) or call (02) 376.7106 

Follow Bioessence on Twitter @BioessencePH and like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BioessenceCorporatePage.

Bioessence West Avenue Branch is located at #68 Carbal Bldg. West Avenue, Q.C.

Bioessence has branches at SM Megamall, Greenhills Shoppesville, Connecticut Greenhills, LPL Condominium Makati, Binondo, SM Fairview, Sta. Lucia Cainta, SM Bacoor, SM Southmall, SM Pampanga, SM Baguio, among many others.

Special thanks to Ms. Anj, Ms. Cha Sampang and all the staff at Bioessence West Avenue branch.

Disclaimer: I am not compensated for this post. Opinions expressed are 100% my own. 

CHILDREN’S HOUR TREATS KIDS TO THE MIND MUSEUM WITH THE STARS OF GMA 7’S ANNA KARENINA

It was indeed a red-letter day for the kid beneficiaries of Children’s Hour as they were treated to a fun-filled day as they toured the Mind Museum in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.  And not only that, they even had special guests that day with none other than the stars of GMA 7’s latest teledrama Anna KareNina, young stars Barbie Forteza, Krystal Reyes and Joyce Ching. The three young ladies gave words of encouragement to the kids, inspiring them and telling them not to lose hope and to continue to have faith in God. 

 There were also kids who showcased such amazing talents. A blind young boy had rendered the crowd a song entitled, “Ako ay Ikaw Rin” which left almost the entire crowd teary-eyed because the song says that blindness should never be a hindrance in achieving success. There were young girls who made a duet of a religious song and a boy who’s apparently deaf but danced to hip hop music.

 The bloggers also enjoyed the said event. Although it was a bit sad that we did not had much time to interact with the kids from Children’s Hour. But nevertheless, it was a fulfilling event. I was able to partake in an exciting activity for the less fortunate brothers and sisters. I may not have made much or helped more in as much I want to, some may probably do not remember who I am, but knowing fully well that these kids went home with smiles on their faces was good enough for me. Thank God for organizations such as the Children’s Hour who never gets tired of helping these kids out.

If you have spare to spend, I strongly suggest you give to Children’s Hour. So that there will be more kids to be happy and more kids will benefit and learn. For more info and to find out how you can help, log on to www.childrenshour.org.ph.

Disclaimer: I am not compensated for this post. Opinions expressed are 100% my own.