Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Reminiscing Christmas 4: The Parol Making Contest of the 1990s


It's an annual contest held inside Mary Mart Mall during the 90s. It is sponsored by a Bombo Radyo Iloilo. Back then there were a few places to see in Iloilo during the Christmas season. The holding of this Parol contest is a hit among ilonggos.

Monday, December 8, 2014

Reminiscing Christmas 3: The Christmas of 1988


There is nothing much. All we have is an Ice Candy Christmas Tree and an impoverish Santa along the Panay Railroad track. Well, she is a good willed neighbor who dressed up like santa so that kids from the neighborhood will have some fun.

Sunday, December 7, 2014

Reminiscing Christmas 2: The Christmas of 1990


It was a black Christmas. Black because there was no power. A month before Typhoon Ruping ravaged Panay Island causing extensive blackout lasting for more than a month. We had a Christmas tree but there was no blinking Christmas lights. We only had a candle to brighten the night. But even darkness can't make the mood gloom, because a boy had his christmas gift and mom was safe home from the war in the Middle East.

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Right now, as Ruby is having her onslaught, I pray to keep the families safe so they can share a happy christmas like we had 14 years ago. c"_,)

Saturday, December 6, 2014

Reminiscing Christmas 1: Who Was Afraid of Santa?


Who was afraid of Santa Claus when they are a kid? Mom would always make time to bring us to SM Delgado and have a picture taken with Santa. And I am one kid who is hesitant to take a pic. I'm quite hesitant with strangers and Santa is someone I just see once a year. But growing up, I've learned to like santa because he is giving gifts. I hope Santa does send one again this year 

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Friday, November 28, 2014

A Peek At Krispy Kreme Iloilo



Krispy Kreme will open their 59th store in the Philippines this coming Sunday, November 30, 2014. They have invited the media and bloggers to take a peek at their store. It was a privilege since we're the first to see and experience their offerings.













The store has a HOT LIGHT sign which means that, once it is turned on, ORIGINAL GLAZED donuts are freshly made in the store. You'll be guaranteed a hot donut off the oven. This also makes the store a FACTORY STORE.




The store also features a DOUGHNUT THEATER. See how your donuts are made. 







We are also lucky to try it ourselves and make our own Krispy Kreme Donuts. Its quite easy and so much fun!











Thank you Krispy Kreme for this opportunity!




So, be there on the 30th and get a chance to win THE GOLDEN TICKET. Read my previous post for details.The door opens at 10AM. Good Luck!

#Krispykreme #Joyinabox


Tuesday, November 25, 2014

KRISPY KREME to OPEN in ILOILO!

YOUR FAVORITE DOUGHNUT BRAND COMES TO ILOILO!

As part of their mission to bring #JoyInABox to the 7,100 islands, we’re opening our 59th in the Philippines. Iloilo is set to open on November 30. The shop is a hotlight store which means that once you see the hotlight sign come on, you’re sure that you will get that melt in your mouth doughnut freshness that Krispy Kreme is known for! 






To help spread the joy, we have an exciting promo coming up for the opening of both stores. We will carry the tradition of the Golden Ticket promo for both stores, giving our guests a chance to enjoy a 1-year supply of Original Glazed doughnuts and 8 oz. Signature Coffee, on us! Here’s how it works:


- Golden Ticket: The first person in line on opening day gets a certificate that entitles him/her to a one-year supply of doughnuts and coffee. 


- Silver Ticket: The second person in line on opening day gets a certificate that entitles him/her to six months supply of doughnuts and coffee.


- Bronze Ticket: The third person in line on opening day gets a certificate that entitles him/her to three months supply of doughnuts and coffee.


- Fourth to 100th Customer: The 4th to 100th customer will win one-month supply of Original Glazed Doughnuts Once the hotlight turns on, you know warm smiles are definitely going to follow. We’re definitely excited to be in your neighborhood, Iloilo! See you soon!


NOTE: THE CUSTOMER MUST PURCHASE A DOZEN DONUTS TO QUALIFY FOR THE PROMO



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Krispy Kreme is an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed(R) doughnut. With a flagship store in Bonifacio High Street in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, the Company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee in the country since 2006. Today, Krispy Kreme has outlets in 58 different locations nationwide, with hotlight stores in SM Mall of Asia, Greenhills Shopping Center, Festival Supermall Alabang, Bonifacio High Street, Cebu IT Park, The Annex at SM City Davao, and Limketkai- Cagayan De Oro. To get more information and updates about the brand and its products, you may become a friend of Krispy Kreme by visiting Krispykreme.com.ph or by liking www.facebook.com/krispykremeph





Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Iloilo Development Updates 11/20/14

Grand Imperial Tower
Phase 1 - 10 Floors Phase 2 - 12 Floors
Muelle Loney, Iloilo City




Medicus Cancer Institute
4Floors
San Rafael, Mandurriao



ATRIA PARK DISTRICT

Donato Pison Avenue, San Rafael, Mandurriao

Qualimed Hospital Iloilo, 4Floors

The Shops, 2 Floors
The Shops, 2 Floors

Seda Hotel, 7 Floors

DISTRICT 21 HOTEL - 7 Floors

Donato Pison Avenue, San Rafael, Mandurriao

Iloilo Business Park
Mandurriao

APEC 2015 Iloilo Ministerial Meeting Venues

Courtyard by Marriott - 15 Floors


Iloilo Convention Center, 2 Floors

Richmonde Hotel - 14 Floors
Interior Works Ongoing

Richmonde Hotel
Two Global Center - Occupied by Startek
One Global Center