The Maya Kitchen opens its doors to aspiring young chefs this summer

If you’re looking for a fun and productive activity for kids this summer, look no further than The Maya Kitchen!

Summer is the best time for kids to experience and learn something new. If you’re looking for a fun and productive activity, look no further than The Maya Kitchen! The Maya Kitchen is once again holding a variety of culinary workshops for children from April to June, just in time for school break.

Encourage your little ones to make the most out of their summer holiday and enroll them in the Kids’ Culinary Bootcamps, where they’ll learn age-appropriate basic cooking and baking skills and recipes. Classes for kids aged 6 to 12 will be held from May 7 to 10 and from June 4 to 5, from 9 AM to 1 PM. The 4-day culinary camp in May costs P6,000, while the 2-day culinary camp in June costs P3,000.

The Maya Kitchen’s summer workshops for children gives them a start to learning and mastering cooking essentials— from slicing, mincing to boiling, and so much more.

Graduates Dine In for Free at Dads World Buffet!

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It's graduation season once again. Have you guys thought of where to eat and treat the entire family to celebrate your son or daughter's new milestone and achievement? As a restaurant that’s ideal for every occasion, DADS World Buffet also has special surprises for everyone.

Graduates of 2019 get a free buffet when they come to DADS World Buffet with two full-paying guests until July 31, 2019. Just visit any of the DADS World Buffet branches on your graduation day or up until seven days after, and present your school ID with either a diploma, graduation photo, or graduation invitation.

REP holds Summer Workshops for aspiring performers and classes begins on April 22

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Is your child an aspiring thespian? Whether you’re unlocking your child’s artistic talents or exploring the exciting world of theater for yourself, there’s nowhere better for you to do so than at Repertory Philippines (REP) Workshop for the Performing Arts. From April to July, REP is holding its annual summer series of intensive courses in Performing Arts, ranging from basic to advanced, allowing everyone the chance to shine under the spotlight. With its 52-year track record of artistic excellence, REP has trained and honed the very best theater talents in the country.

The first batch of workshops runs from April 22 until June 8, while the second round starts June 10 to July 19, and will be facilitated by some of the country’s most outstanding thespians and practitioners. All classes will be held from Monday to Friday at the Active Fun Building, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Dine at the Ayala Malls and win a trip to paradise with Mastercard

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Indulge in the lifestyle experiences you love with the leading payment network in the Philippines. Mastercard lets you enjoy the best the world has to offer — all while making your cashless payments as convenient and secure as possible.

Take your dining experience to another level and get a chance to travel to some of the country’s top destinations. Mastercard teams up with Ayala Malls for the Tablescapes to Great Escapes raffle as part of its “2019 Bon Appetrip Food Holiday Campaign.”

From now until December 6, 2019, using your Mastercard gives you the chance to win a trip for two to El Nido or Sicogon Island! Dine at your favored participating Ayala Malls restaurants, and for every P1000 minimum spend, you’ll get one raffle coupon. During the Food Holiday Buy 1 Get 1 Promo, cardholders can get up to 2 raffle coupons for every transaction.

The opportunity to score a travel package to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country gives you every reason to use your Mastercard for all your food trips. Kick things off on Pasta Day, April 6, at your favorite Ayala Malls destinations.

Head over to Alabang Town Center and feast at Brooklyn’s New York Pizza, California Pizza Kitchen, Figaro Coffee, La Maripili, or Pepper Lunch. At Vertis North, enjoy the beloved comfort food and pasta dishes at Pancake House. At MarQuee Mall, catch up with friends at Italianni’s or Café Noelle. There’s a wide selection at TriNoma, from Bigoli and Figaro Coffee to Fish & Co. and Holy Cow Sizzlers. At U.P. Town Center, Black Canyon and Italianni’s let you enjoy your pasta while earning raffle coupons. The hearty servings at Burgoo in Solenad will keep you coming back long after the promo is over.

In Glorietta, Outback Steakhouse will delight you with their creamy pasta, while Onboard Game + Gastro Pub at Circuit lets you enjoy your food while playing your favorite board games. In Davao, Al Sultan and Kalakoa at Abreeza are the best picks for a yummy pasta fix. In Ayala Malls Feliz, choose from Mama Lou's Italian Kitchen, TOSH / Chikos, Tito's Fil-Mex, or Café Perene. The possibilities are endless!

Mastercard gives you endless surprises just for enjoying the things you love. Experience priceless everyday by simply using your Mastercard when you dine and shop at the Ayala Malls.

Kagitingan: Corregidor, Bataan and their heroic legacy

MILE LONG BARRACKS.  Measuring 1, 520 feet, This is reportedly the longest military barracks in the world. During the American Commonwealth and before World War 2, this structure housed some 8,000 U.S. troops. These ruins are all that are left after Japanese forces bombarded the area.

As the Philippines celebrates its heroes –April 7th is Tribute to Veterans Day, and April 9th is Araw ng Kagitingan or National Heroes’ Day -- it is good to remember Corregidor and Bataan. These two places have become synonymous with Filipino and American courage and determination in protecting

our freedom. 

Here are some things to recall about these two historical sites:

1) Both Bataan and Corregidor are legendary in the history of war. Despite relentless attacks by Japanese forces in 1942, and without reinforcements coming from the United States, Filipino and American troops fought back for several months.
2) Bataan fought from January 7, 1942 until April 9, 1942 after being overwhelmed by superior Japanese firepower and troop numbers. After some 76,000 Filipino and American troops surrendered, they were forced to walk around 96 to more than 100 kilometers from Bataan to Capas, Tarlac. This was the infamous Bataan Death March.
3) From December 29, 1941 until May 6, 1942, the Japanese Imperial Army attacked Corregidor and dropped thousands of bombs on the island. On May 6, the leader of all US and Filipino Allied forces in Asia, Lt. Gen. Jonathan Wainwright, led his men in their surrender to the Japanese. They fought as long and as hard as humanly possible.
4) Corregidor Island is the site of the Pacific War Memorial. The Memorial has the Dome of Peace, and a sculpture called the Eternal Flame of Freedom. There’s also the Pacific War Memorial Museum that houses World War 2 memorabilia.  It is now considered as the world's biggest war museum.

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BATTERY HEARN. This 12-inch (350 mm) artillery gun fired 1,000 pound mortar shells and was the longest gun on Corregidor island. It spun 360 degrees on its rotating platform and launched shells as far as 27 kilometers. It didn't see action during the Corregidor siege because of its position. It's famous because Japanese soldiers took their victory "Banzai!" photo beside this gun.