There’s no better time to whip up your favorite choco treats than this summer. Beat the heat with this easy-peasy chocolate banana smoothie. It’s made more special with the rich chocolate goodness of Swiss Miss.
Ingredients:
1 banana
1 pack Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate
Ice cubes
¾ cup evaporated milk
Whipped cream/sprinkles (optional)
Instructions:
Using a blender, mix in banana, Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate, ice cubes and evaporated milk.
Blend until all the ingredients are smooth.
Pour into a glass and top it off with whipped cream and/or sprinkle with toppings or drizzles like caramel or chocolate syrup.
You can enjoy the rich chocolate goodness of Swiss Miss as it is, or you can put a twist to it like this smoothie recipe. You’re free to experiment and share your own Swiss Miss creations by posting them online.
Nothing beats mixing chocolate and bananas. So, why not make a glass for everyone in the family today
If you want to discover more recipe ideas like this, follow @SwissMissPH on Facebook.
Our days can get so packed that we often lose energy. Whether you’re a student or a working adult, you know the feeling of needing a midday pick-me-up to help you get through all your tasks and activities. At the same time, make you livelier and happier even when you’re super busy.
If you’re looking for simple joys that will keep you energized anytime at home, here are some suggestions.
Play fun music
Bust out your favorite playlist to keep you awake while chasing deadlines or doing chores. Dancing and singing out loud aren’t required, but you’re free to do so.
Get pet cuddles
Sometimes our pets love to disturb our virtual meetings, but we don’t turn them away because they make us happy (and our officemates love seeing them too). So if you feel like your energy is drained, step away from your tasks and play with your fur baby for a few minutes.
Watch interesting and funny videos
When our day starts turning bland, we can’t help but go through social media and watch random videos. They can be simple food videos, makeup tutorials, or a compilation of funny clips. These can get your creative juices flowing, especially when you’re looking for pegs for work or school, and also improve your mood.
Munch on a yummy, energizing snack
A midday snack is great for giving you that quick boost of energy in between tasks. One snack you should try is Jack ‘n Jill Magic Creams, which are crunchy crackers that comes with Linamyum Palaman cream filling – Chocolate, Butter, Condensada, Peanut Butter, and now with a new flavor, Cheese.
Energize every day and stock up on Jack ‘n Jill Magic Creams at your favorite supermarkets, sari-sari stores, or online through Lazada.
Because with Magic, puno ng saya at puno ng sigla ang araw mo! For more updates, follow Magic’s official Facebook page.
Until May 18, shoppers can get 20% cashback when they pay for their groceries using ShopeePay
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partners with Puregold to offer its customers a safer payment method via ShopeePay, its integrated mobile wallet. Starting today, customers can pay for their groceries using ShopeePay in over 406 Puregold branches nationwide and can enjoy up to 20% cashback starting today until December 31, 2021.
With more Filipinos embracing cashless transactions and digital payment methods gaining traction, Shopee continues to offer a wide range of digital payment options to cater to Filipinos’ evolving needs, including ShopeePay, our mobile wallet.
Ferdinand Vincent Co, President at Puregold, said, “Puregold is excited to partner with ShopeePay for this initiative. At Puregold, we want to give our customers only the best kind of service and overall quality shopping experience, and that includes easier and safer payment methods. Through the convenience of digital payments, we aim to increase customer enthusiasm while consumers maintain their purchasing power.”
Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “We are always thrilled to partner with one of the Filipinos’ favorite brands, such as Puregold. Through ShopeePay, we strive to ensure that users can shop and pay with ease. In addition to the ease of use, ShopeePay offers several benefits to users which include convenience, a seamless user experience, security, and greater cost savings. Shopee will continue to collaborate with more brand partners to make paying for online purchases easier for Filipinos amidst the pandemic and beyond.”
For shoppers opting to pay via ShopeePay, here are six easy steps to follow:
Inform the cashier you would like to pay via ShopeePay
Go to your ShopeePay wallet action bar and tap “Scan.”
Click QR / Barcode
Enter your 6-digit ShopeePay PIN
Present generated QR code to cashier for scanning
You will receive a confirmation of your payment
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play and pay for groceries via ShopeePay to get 20% cashback on Puregold purchases.
REFERENCE:
Paulo Oga PH Marketing | Public Relations, Media Relations
Mobile/ Viber/ Whatsapp +63 917 650 1835
Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634
In recognition of his significant contributions to education and philanthropic initiatives, Jean Henri Lhuillier, the President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier, was awarded with a lifetime membership by the World History Association (WHA).
The WHA is a professional association of scholars, teachers, and students whose aim is to promote world history by means of encouraging the teaching of history through research and publications, as well as via personal interactions.
“I am very honored and elated to be the recipient of this lifetime membership from such an esteemed organization. You can rest assured that I will continue this commitment through my educational as well as my philanthropic initiatives, in championing for the enrichment and the learning of and from history,” said Lhuillier.
Alongside the awarding of a lifetime membership, Lhuillier was also featured on the organization’s spring edition newsletter. He was featured for his contributions to education through the Cebuana Lhuillier Foundation’s Alternative Learning System (ALS) program which has since opened close to 100 ALS centers nationwide which has benefited more than 8,000 learners. The ALS serves as a training ground for individuals who otherwise do not have access to learning programs. These centers aim to mold responsible citizens who can be assets to the community through relevant education and livelihood training workshops.
Aside from these, Jean Henri Lhuillier’s achievements in the academe were also given note which includes his conferment of a Doctorate in Humanities Degree (Honoris Causa) from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. His achievements as the Consul General of the Republic of San Marino and as a prominent figure behind Philippine tennis, football and swimming were also given the spotlight.
“I strongly believe that our actions are largely affected by what had transpired in the past. This is why I also advocate for the study of history as a guiding north star when making our decisions. History has played a huge role in my life and I have benefited from it as well. It has played a huge role in my capability as the Honorary Consul General of the Republic San Marino and it has likewise influenced my decision making. Itis also one of the reasons why I am a staunch advocate of making education accessible for all,” part of Lhuillier’s quote reads.
PLDT records the fastest average fixed download and upload speeds in 16 out of 17 key regions in the Philippines, based on the Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data as of Q1 2021.
According to the latest quarter of Ookla® analysis, PLDT widens their lead of average download speed results in Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Central Luzon, Central Visayas, Northern Mindanao, Western Visayas, Davao Region, Cordillera Administrative Region, Cagayan Valley, Ilocos Region, Soccsksargen, Eastern Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Caraga, MIMAROPA, and Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).1
“PLDT has been aggressively expanding our fiber network footprint nationwide, which has been key to the massive and consistent improvement of our internet speeds,” says Butch G. Jimenez, Senior Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Business.
Ookla, the global leader in internet testing and analysis, assessed the best network speeds attained across a given network, accounting for tests that are taken on various Speedtest® applications from different devices connected to a fixed network.
Undisputed Telco Leader
PLDT continues to set the standard for fast internet speeds in the Philippines with its repeat wins as the fastest fixed network at the Ookla Speedtest AwardsTM by recording the highest Speed Score™, top download and upload speeds compared to other telcos in the country. In 2020, PLDT achieved the highest Speed Score™ of 24.79 and 27.28 in the 1st and 2nd half of the year.2
PLDT has the most powerful and fastest fiber-to-the-home network that can deliver up to 1000 Mbps symmetrical speeds. Jimenez shares, “We’ve introduced faster plans bundled with the latest WiFi 6 and Mesh solutions so our customers can maximize the speeds that our network can deliver.”
With the widest fiber network footprint in the Philippines at 478,000 kilometer lines for the first quarter of 2021, PLDT continues to expand and now has 3.9 Million broadband subscribers.
“This pandemic has made the Internet an essential for millions of Filipino families. PLDT Home remains committed to power their needs for work, study, family entertainment, and business with the fastest network and the latest digital solutions,” concluded Jimenez.
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1 Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data average download speeds for top providers in specified regions for Q1 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.
2 Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data for Q1–Q2 and Q3–Q4 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.
This Earth Day, learn to protect our planet and live more sustainably by purchasing products from Shopee’s Shop Green sale
While not a major contributor to the global climate crisis, the Philippines is still part of the top 25% of low and middle income countries that produce significant greenhouse gas emissions. With Earth Day right around the corner—and carbon dioxide levels hitting an all-time high—it’s time to make a change.
Though there are larger entities that create a wider-scale impact, that doesn’t mean you can’t do your part to help curb the damage! The planet still needs a global solution in order to significantly reduce carbon emissions, but there are things that you can do on your own to lessen your ecological footprint.
First things first, educate yourself. They say knowledge is power. Before we can change the way we live, we need to understand why we need to do so. Read up and educate yourself on the consequences of the climate crisis on future generations and our individual and collective responsibilities. Share your knowledge when you can. This simple act can help us improve our relationship with Mother Earth.
Here are other tips that you can easily do at home:
Eat low on the food chain.
Red meat is one of the biggest contributors to harmful emissions. We know giving up steak forever is hard, but once in a while, try swapping out red meat and processed food for plant-based meat. Even better, consider alternatives such as fish, fruits, and vegetables. Aside from reducing your personal carbon footprint, you can enjoy a healthier diet! It’s also a great way to support our local farmers and fishermen.
Since most of us are quarantining at home, our household product consumption has increased. Unfortunately, many of these daily essentials, such as toothbrushes, shampoos, and cleaning materials, are made with toxic chemicals that harm the environment. Luckily, more brands have developed sustainable products that we can use as alternatives.
Many of us recently unleashed our inner plantitos and plantitas. It’s fun, therapeutic, and one of the best ways we can practice environmental stewardship! Your plant babies can help get rid of toxic air released by furniture and electronics. Growing an urban garden and eating your own vegetables can also help reduce the impact of transporting produce, which takes up a lot of energy. Growing and caring for your plants will benefit your overall physical and mental well-being, all while helping fight climate change.
Disposable utensils, straws, and plastic water bottles are convenient when you’re on the go, but they’re also bad for the environment. These single-use plastics all end up in landfills and waterways. However, the simple act of substituting these items with more sustainable options is already a big step towards positive change. Avoid using them and instead, purchase reusable products that can last you for years to come.
Change starts within us. Remember, even the smallest acts can yield big results in the long run. Together, let’s all do our part in the conservation of our home—Mother Earth.
Until April 25, discover exclusive deals and discounts up to 25% off on these sustainable and eco-friendly products at Shopee’s Shop Green campaign. Visit https://shopee.ph/m/shop-green for more information. To enjoy more discounts on eco-friendly purchases, top up with ShopeePay! Get free shipping with a minimum spend of ₱199. You can also enjoy 8% cashback with a minimum spend of ₱1,000.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
REFERENCE:
Paulo Oga PH Marketing | Public Relations, Media Relations
Mobile/ Viber/ Whatsapp +63 917 650 1835
Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634
realme’s smart gadgets, on sale for up to 28% off this April 16-18, can help you enjoy a smarter lifestyle!
Now that a lot of us are staying home, we have to juggle working remotely, completing household chores, taking care of our family, and somehow squeezing in some rest and relaxation—every single day! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, technology can help you become more efficient and help make each day easier.
Smart gadgets, for instance, can streamline your work and entertainment for you. With just a single device you can control various household appliances and accessories simply by connecting them to the internet or to each other through Bluetooth. This will help you complete your daily to-do list more efficiently, keep track of your personal goals, and create better ways to bond with loved ones while staying safe at home.
realme’s top-notch gadgets can help you transition to a smarter lifestyle. The good news is they’re on sale on Shopee this April 16-18! Check out some of these gadgets and a few tips for enjoying a smart lifestyle below.
Choose a powerful device for controlling multiple smart gadgets
First, you need a heavy-duty device you can use as your “remote.” With realme C25, you can connect to and control your other smart gadgets. This smartphone boasts a massive battery size of 6000mAh, which, aside from being able to withstand hours of serving as a control center for your other devices, can handle multiple activities such as e-mail, gaming, and social media. Even with heavy usage, the phone won’t run out of juice for quite a bit, since it can last more than a month on standby. No need to worry about lengthy charging times with its 18W Quick Charge 9V/2A charger as well.
Get gadgets that work for all kinds of scenarios
At a time when we can’t see our colleagues and loved ones face to face, it’s important to make sure we stay connected. Get crystal clear call quality with realme Buds Air 2, thanks to its dual-microphone noise cancellation feature. Enjoy lag-free video calls with 88ms Super Low Latency as well. Its IPX5 water resistance, which prevents rain and sweat from damaging the earphones, can help you stay connected even when you’re outdoors or working out. You can enjoy all these features and more with the realme Buds Air 2 Neo, which offers an updated, sleeker build.
Make technology your partner in health
What steps are you taking to stay healthy these days? Aside from washing your hands and practicing social distancing, make sure you’re eating right and exercising regularly. Keep track of your BMI, muscle mass, bone mass, metabolism, heart rate, and more with realme Smart Scale. Download the realme Link App to receive a customized health report after you use the scale. The realme Smart Scale can store multi-person health data profiles, so get your whole family in on it as well!
Enhance your entertainment experience with upgraded home appliances
At the end of a long day, all we want to do is lay back, relax, and catch up with our families. Make sure to streamline your entertainment so you can make the most of your free time with your loved ones. With the realme Smart Android 43” TV, you can download thousands of apps, games, movies, shows, and music straight from the Google Play Store. Ask questions online, set reminders, and more with the dedicated Google Assistant button on the remote. Use Chromecast to cast more content from your phone to your TV. You can also stream your favorite shows from popular built-in streaming platforms.
Aside from the convenience, you can enjoy improved efficiency and more free time with these gadgets. This April 16-18, check out realme’s Super Brand Day on Shopee, where you can score discounts up to 28% off. Visit Realme Super Brand Day | Shopee PH for more information on these deals. Enjoy an even smarter shopping experience with free shipping vouchers and cashback promos when you top up and shop with ShopeePay! Check out https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay for more details.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
REFERENCE:
Paulo Oga PH Marketing | Public Relations, Media Relations
Mobile/ Viber/ Whatsapp +63 917 650 1835
Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634
Don’t forget these tips and tricks when shopping online at Shopee’s 4.15 Payday Sale!
Are you stocking up on essentials? You don’t need to drain your wallet! If you’re replenishing your supply of groceries, hygiene products, or personal care items, try shopping online instead. Aside from getting all your purchases in the safety of your home, you can enjoy huge savings through perks such as free shipping, cashback, and more when you purchase on Shopee.
At Shopee’s Payday Sale this April 15, stretch each peso and maximize your sweldo with the tips below.
Always check if free shipping is available
Ditch the additional fees and enjoy more savings by using free shipping vouchers. This April 15, you can claim free shipping vouchers sitewide, available with no minimum spend, from 12:00 to 2:00 AM. You can also enjoy all-day free shipping from participating shops.
Make the most of coin cashback deals
Did you know that you can get coin cashback deals when you shop on Shopee? You can redeem coins for discounts on your subsequent purchases. Get 20% cashback on all your purchases from 12:00 to 2:00 AM, then enjoy 15% cashback for the rest of the day.
Pro tip: to earn even more coins, click the Daily Check-In Button on the Coins Rewards section, play Shopee Prizes, view Shopee Live streams, and review your purchases.
Shop, buy load and pay bills with ShopeePay to earn additional perks. Check out with ShopeePay to get free shipping vouchers and an extra 15% cashback with no minimum spend. You can also enjoy ₱1 deals from your favorite fast-food brands such as McDonald’s, Jollibee, Bonchon, Big Guys, and Red Ribbon. From 12:00 to 2:00 AM, buy ₱10 worth of data for only ₱1 and enjoy free access to Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and more. Finally, get up to 25% cashback when you pay your electricity, water, and internet bills with ShopeePay!
Use these tips and tricks to make the most out of your hard-earned money when you shop for essentials at Shopee’s 4.15 Payday Sale! For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.
REFERENCE:
Paulo Oga
PH Marketing | Public Relations, Media Relations
Mobile/ Viber/ Whatsapp +63 917 650 1835
Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634
