Manila, PH – 19 December 2024 – Business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs were in for a treat as renowned restaurateur and content creator Chef Tatung Sarthou graced Sun Life’s Coffee and Play event held at The Kitchen by Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in BGC last November 29, 2024.

While having a cooking demo, Chef Tatung shared his experiences and discussed the key ingredients of a successful food and restaurant business. Here are some of the key takeaways from his talk.

1. Define your success and create a plan to achieve it. “Success will happen by design, not by chance,” Chef Tatung imparted to the audience, adding that it starts with a vision and a plan. He emphasized the importance of being intentional with developing an organization that comprises leaders and hard workers who share your vision and can help expand your business in the future.

2. Be a problem-solver. Acknowledging that one can be met with challenges every day, especially in business, Chef Tatung advises that having a problem-solving attitude should be a ‘part of one’s DNA.’ “Successful businesses are there because they are able to solve other people’s problems,” he said.

3. Get professional help if you want to grow your business. “As you grow your business, it’s very important that you have sound advice from people who know finance,” said Chef Tatung. He added that budding entrepreneurs should seek the right legal and financial advice when setting up their business.

During the event, the audience got a chance to taste the dishes that were part of his cooking demo – his special peri-peri chicken and chicken macaroni.

Chef Tatung’s cooking demo and talk were then followed by a game session, where participants got to try Sun Life’s original board game, Play for Life: A Game of Choices. They played the version specifically designed for business owners, and each table’s winner got special prizes from Sun Life and Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.

“Through this event, we want to empower our clients so that they can make the bright choice in achieving their life and business goals,” said Renee Co, Sun Life’s Market Segment Manager for

Solaire Resort North sets the standard for the grandest New Year’s celebration, with events kicking off across the entire property and ringing in the new year with an awe inspiring fireworks spectacular.



The Ultimate New Year’s Eve Party

This holiday season, Solaire Resort North livens Quezon City and its guests as they greet the New Year at the Ultimate Solaire New Year’s Eve Party this December 31st at the Solaire Grand Ballroom from 9:30 PM onwards.



Headlining the evening will be 3 time grammy Award winning artist, Ne-Yo to perform his latest and greatest hits, partygoers can expect an exhilarating night to remember. A spectacular line-up of performers joining Ne-Yo for the night will be world-renowned dance group Jabbawockeez, P-Pop group BGYO, America’s Got Talent finalist Avantgardey, DJ Soda, Beast House, and host Billy Crawford. Interested partygoers may join the most sensational New Year’s party of 2024 by booking seats at https://sn.solaireresort.com/offers/ultimate-solaire-nye-party or by calling Ticketworld at +63917-114-7317 (Globe) or +63999-954-5922 (Smart).



Skybar

The excitement continues atop the world at the Skybar on Level 38, where guests can marvel at the night’s fireworks while enjoying electrifying performances by DJ Mars Miranda and Kat DJ all set to the backdrop of Manila’s most luxurious roof top setting.

Celebrate the New Year in style with a special holiday room package, featuring a festive New Year’s Eve Dinner at either Finestra Italian Steakhouse or amazing Japanese at Yakumi followed by a delightful breakfast at Fresh International Buffet. Book your stay by December 28 to secure exclusive rates on your choice of rooms or suites.



In addition to this, the newest offering of Café Mangrove is now open for guests to dine at as well,
not to mention a breathtaking fireworks display by the pool to ring in the New Year.



For more details, reservations, and inquiries, visit the Solaire Resort North website at sn.solaireresort.com, call +632 8888 8888 or email sn.reservations@solaireresort.com to discover the perfect way to celebrate your festivities.

HUAWEI Philippines inspires digital art creation with GoPaint masterclass sessions featuring the industry-leading tablet offering, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2”. The leading tech brand hosted a session with digital artists Aikee on November 16 and Eulah Araullo on November 23 at the SM North EDSA HUAWEI Experience Store.

Powerful Productivity with the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2”

Attendees of the learning sessions were treated to an in-depth talk by a HUAWEI product expert about the standout features of the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2”. The tablet redefines portable productivity and creativity with its more than PC-level capabilities and innovative design. It comes with PC-level WPS Office Apps and the intuitive HUAWEI Notes, both allow for seamless multi-tasking and note-taking with accessories like the 3rd generation HUAWEI M-Pencil.

The HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” also features the world’s best dual OLED PaperMatte Display, which delivers stunning visuals with lifelike colors, anti-glare technology, and certified eye protection properties. The screen provides an immersive viewing and creation experience.

The tablet pairs with the 3rd generation HUAWEI M-Pencil and the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard. The HUAWEI M-Pencil offers over 10,000 pressure sensitivity levels, while the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard adds functionality with a responsive touchpad and integrated stylus storage. These accessories along with the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” to give professionals and creative users alike a versatile tool.

A Different Kind of Creation with HUAWEI GoPaint

Graphic designer and Multimedia Artist Aikee Vergara shared creative digital art techniques.Meanwhile, Canva Creative Lead and Digital Creator Eullah Araullo shared her expert insights on creating stunning artworks using the GoPaint app, featured exclusively on the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” and other HUAWEI tablet offerings.

Aikee Vergara led the November 16 class, while Eullah Araullo led the November 23 class. The sessions dived into the features of the GoPaint app.

GoPaint app is a professional-grade painting tool that caters to artists of all levels, offering user-friendly features and comprehensive tutorials developed in collaboration with the China Academy of Art. Powered by the FangTian Painting Engine 2.0, the creation app supports 8K ultra-large canvases and up to 500 layers with unmatched rendering speed and operational efficiency. Artistic users can explore advanced tools including the Professional Brush Engine, which now includes Fluid and Splatter brushes as well as over 150 brush settings. With the HUAWEI M-Pencil’s 10,000 pressure levels, the GoPaint app replicates realistic textures such as silk and watercolor.

To further inspire artistic exploration with the app, HUAWEI launched the GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity with the theme “Creative by Nature.” Open to GoPaint users, the contest invites submissions ranging from sci-fi art to digital watercolors that celebrate the beauty of nature. Submissions are open until December 31, 2024. The top 20 winners of the competition will receive USD 1,000 each along with global exposure through exhibitions, brand events, and media campaigns.

Explore the limitless possibilities of the GoPaint app exclusively on HUAWEI tablets, including the newest flagship tablet. The HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2”  is available for PHP 59,999 on Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok, HUAWEI Online Store, and HUAWEI Experience Stores nationwide.

The GoPaint app will also be available on HUAWEI’s upcoming tablet offering, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X, set to launch in the Philippines soon.

To learn more about the GoPaint app on the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” and to stay updated on the official launch of the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X, visit Huawei’s official website or social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram).

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foodots your way to Christmas fun

In a true celebration of Filipino culture, foodpanda is inviting everyone to “foodots” their way to Christmas with the country’s beloved Budots dance craze. “Christmas and food are inseparable in the Philippines, and so is dance. By combining these key aspects of our culture, we’re giving our customers a chance to enjoy the most festive time of the year with a fun, entertaining twist,” shares Jacinto.


“foodots” brings a mix of Pinoy humor and music, offering a unique and entertaining way to enjoy the season. “We want to connect with our customers through this lighthearted dance, showing them that foodpanda is here to make their holiday moments more fun,” Jacinto added.

PASKOSZN na!

foodpanda app users are in for a treat this Christmas with the "Basta Pasko, foodpanda" raffle! Use the PASKOSZN voucher code to win weekly prizes, including trips, a brand-new car, P1 million cash, and more. Why wait? Enjoy great food and unforgettable rewards with every order!


                       



Prefer instant savings? With PASKONA, get up to Php 100 off your favorite food delivery and pick-up orders from Jollibee, Popeyes, Mang Inasal, Pick-Up Coffee, Shakey’s, and CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice, and more. Perfect for making your holidays even merrier.


                           


It’s always PASKOSZN at foodpanda, with discounts for pandapro users! Enjoy perks like unlimited free delivery and cashback, so you can save even more this holiday season. With exclusive offers and raffle prizes, Pro members get to celebrate the season in style and with extra savings.

Expansion into more areas

Alongside these fun and festive promotions, foodpanda is also expanding its presence to more areas in the Philippines. "While we are already available in provinces like Pampanga, Bulacan, Dagupan, Nueva Ecija, Batangas, and Cebu, we are extending our reach to serve even more customers and meet the growing demand,” said Jacinto. With foodpanda now available in additional locations, residents in these areas can experience the convenience of fast food delivery with the added bonus of special Christmas vouchers.


If you haven’t tried foodpanda yet, now’s the perfect time! We’re giving new customers up to 50% off on their first food delivery or grocery order, plus free delivery. Just use the NEWPANDA voucher.


This Christmas season, foodpanda is not just delivering food – it’s delivering joy, excitement, and a little holiday magic to every Pinoy household. So whether you're craving a quick meal, need groceries delivered, or want to win big prizes, foodpanda has you covered.

For more information about foodpanda and the incredible offers available, visit the official website at https://www.foodpanda.ph. Also like and follow the official social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok and Youtube.

Imagine having less stress and more time. Picture getting the help you need before you have to ask. In the era of mobile AI, the freedom to focus on what matters most to you isn’t a dream, it’s reality – and it’s coming soon to Galaxy.

A few weeks ago, we launched the One UI 7 beta program. It marked the start of a new era with the first AI-integrated operating system, a true AI platform that vastly improves mobile experiences for users through unprecedented personalization.

Galaxy’s approach to AI personalization, from our launch of the first AI phone to our continuous innovation of on-device AI, is to never compromise on privacy. We know you want the benefits of mobile AI that truly understands you. You want a phone, tailored to your lifestyle, that adds to what you can do while removing everyday barriers – all with no risk of personal information being misused.

In anticipation of the next standard-setting Galaxy S series smartphones, we’re giving Galaxy users greater peace of mind alongside greater personalization. That’s why we’ve created the Personal Data Engine, a powerful privacy advancement that ensures on-device, cross-app personal data protection.

Personalized data is stored in a secure space, carefully safeguarded by an encryption key that’s managed by Knox Vault. That’s the same trusted platform used to secure the most sensitive information on your smartphone, such as your biometric data. And as an added layer of protection, post-quantum cryptography future-proofs the security of your data against rising quantum computing threats.

On this fortified foundation of privacy, we’re opening up more possibilities for mobile experiences tailored to your life, only with Galaxy.

One defining element of One UI 7 is Now Bar, which gives personalization a new meaning by seamlessly integrating your everyday actions and most-used apps into your lock screen. It’s where you’ll control your entertainment, time your next personal best workout, get directions to your next meeting, or start communicating in other languages.

Now Bar will also be an access point for the most comprehensively insightful experiences ever on Galaxy. Now your phone won’t just ping you, it will power your lifestyle.

Imagine you’re packing for a trip from Seoul, Korea, to San Jose, California. While you get ready, your phone offers a prompt to create a folder of your essential apps for quicker access. So you don’t miss your flight, it lets you know when it’s time to leave for the airport. It even provides a curated travel playlist to set the mood for your long flight.

With a single swipe, you can access the weather forecast – no need to search or check various apps. Throughout your trip, your phone captures the magic of each moment, and as each day winds down, it helps you relive the highlights.

Morning and night, Galaxy AI will keep you both informed and inspired with actionable tips and recommendations² uniquely tailored to your life. Game-changing personalization with privacy you can always trust. This is the next evolution of Galaxy AI.

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