WalterMart Shares Holiday Cheer Through Handog Pamasko.

WalterMart Supermarket recently completed its annual Handog Pamasko program, distributing over 9,600 grocery packs across Metro Manila, North Luzon, and South Luzon as part of its season-of-sharing efforts to support communities during the holiday season.

Beneficiaries from Barangay Zone 4 receive Christmas packs
during Handog Pamasko distribution in WalterMart Dasmarinas
as part of the company's annual season-of-sharing initiative.

Through the Handog Pamasko program, WalterMart works closely with customers to bring the initiative to life, consolidating and distributing grocery packs to partner organizations, community groups, select government agencies, and indigent families nominated by local government units. WalterMart and its employees lead the distribution in coordination with community partners. Each pack includes a Sarap ng Pasko bag with essential food items, helping families prepare a simple, meaningful holiday meal.

Smiles light up as members of the Pulong Santa Cruz
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) group receive Christmas packs
during the Handog Pamasko distribution at WalterMart Bel-Air.

Launched in 2012, Handog Pamasko is part of WalterMart’s corporate social responsibility initiatives, highlighting its commitment to responsible business practices, strong community partnerships, and people-centered programs. Over the years, the initiative has reached more than 200,000 families, creating a meaningful impact across the communities served by WalterMart.

Students from Makiling Elementary School receive Christmas packs
during the Handog Pamasko distribution at WalterMart Makiling,
capturing the spirit of the season.

About WalterMart Supermarket:

WalterMart Supermarket is a one-stop community grocery serving customers across Metro Manila, North Luzon, and South Luzon. It is committed to making everyday shopping safe, convenient, and accessible for Filipino families by offering a wide selection of fresh food, household essentials, and daily necessities that support everyday living.

WalterMart Supermarket provides multiple shopping options through in-store, curbside pickup, and online grocery services to support flexible and convenient shopping. Visit www.waltermartdelivery.com.ph for online grocery delivery, and follow WalterMart Supermarket on Facebook at facebook.com/WalterMartSupermarket.

Healthy, Hassle-Free Holiday Bundles from The Goodwill Market.

Tis the season to show you care by sending healthy goodies from The Goodwill Market to family and friends. The gift baskets have been carefully curated to fit different lifestyles, filled with wholesome products that focus on health and wellbeing. What’s more, they can be delivered safely and conveniently to your loved ones doorstep via orders on The Goodwill Market website. You don’t have to leave the comfort and safety of your home to send out healthy and high-quality gifts this Christmas.

Holiday Gift Bundles from The Goodwill Market.

The Goodwill Market is an online shop owned and operated by Dygen Pharma Distribution Corporation (DPDC), a subsidiary of Dyna Drug Corporation. Its mission is to make premium brands more accessible to Filipino consumers with online orders and fuss-free delivery. “This is a very valuable e-commerce service especially as everyone stays safe inside their homes” says DPDC General Manager May Panganiban. “Our gift packages contain a wide selection of health and wellness products that are sure to add a spark of joy to the holidays.”

Here are some of the gift selections that you can send as corporate giveaways, or as personalized gifts to your loved ones.

Holiday Flavor Pack.

1. The Holiday Flavor Pack delivers goodies that are fit for the season’s feasts. It contains a selection of imported pasta sauces for easy meals made special.

Work from Home.

2. Work from Home (WFH) is a healthy spread of snacks and ingredients that are perfect for who like to bond over good food while working. Wholesome meals and snacks are more accessible with tasty treats and premium ingredients.

3. The Lunch Box Buddies is the perfect gift for parents who shower this kids with love and care. It’s got everything they need to make bath time fun while taking care of baby’s sensitive skin. It’s also got kiddie vitamins for that extra boost of protection.

Make your Christmas list and check it twice. Find out which gift sets from The Goodwill Market will fit your friends and family members best, or check out the other items that are available at www.goodwill.market and its official social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and have these wholesome gift packs delivered directly to your recipient hassle-free. Book your corporate giveaways, customized orders and special requests through customer@goodwillmarket.ph

The Goodwill Market Delivers Perfect Presents This Season of Giving.

Gift-giving is made simpler with the goodies that have been bundled up for easy delivery by The Goodwill Market. Choose from a wide array of wholesome treats that have been packed into perfect presents to fit any lifestyle. Delivery is also hassle-free as your orders can be delivered directly to friends and family, to help you stay safe at home as you shop for the holidays.

The Goodwill Market is an online shop owned and operated by Dygen Pharma Distribution Corporation (DPDC), a subsidiary of Dyna Drug Corporation. Its mission is to make premium brands more accessible to Filipino consumers with online orders and fuss-free delivery. DPDC General Manager May Panganiban says, ““This is a very valuable e-commerce service especially as everyone stays safe inside their homes. We have carefully curated our gift packages, which contain a wide selection of health and wellness products. You can also curate your own gift boxes from our selection of products that are on the website, for your corporate giveaways or for more personalized gifts for your loved ones.”

Check out these premium gift baskets that are made to share joy this season:

Holiday Fitspiration.

1. The Holiday Fitspiration package is for the health-conscious eater who pays special attention to their diet. It’s packed with wholesome snacks that are heart-healthy and guilt free.

Coffee, Tea, and Message from Me.

2. Coffee, Tea, and Message From Me is a sweet way to show you care for their health and wellbeing, with yummy treats that are great for snack time or movie nights.

Find out more about these festive gift packs from The Goodwill Market through their website www.goodwill.market and its official social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. Have these wholesome gift packs delivered directly to your recipient hassle-free this holiday. To book your corporate giveaways, customized orders and special requests email customer@goodwillmarket.ph.

The Manila Hotel Celebrates Father's Day (plus a month-long promo)!

For all that he has done for us, Dad deserves a treat on his special day. This Father’s Day, raise your glass to the main man in your life with The Manila Hotel’s Father’s Month treats.

Best dad of the modern era goes to Kang Ha Neul (When the Camellia Blooms).

The Home Buffet surprise

For those who prefer to stay at home, you may pull off a grand celebration with The Manila Hotel’s takeout/delivery service and give the ultimate gift for beloved dads—full stomachs and warm hearts. For the month of June, the take home highlight is the Father’s Month Home Buffet that comes in two sets: the Special and Supreme.

The Manila Hotel's Father's Month home buffet promo.

The Father’s Month Home Buffet sets will be offered the entired month of June. Prices of both sets are subject to 12% VAT and 1% local tax. Plus, an order gets you a special “World’s Greatest Dad” shirt to give him as a gift!

You may also choose from the regular Home Buffet sets like Italian, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Chinese, and Halal. To check the full menu, visit www.manila-hotel.com.ph/takeout/.

Club Sandwich Treat at The Lobby Lounge

Sometimes, our quiet company is all dad needs, and at the spacious Lobby Lounge, you can enjoy a whopping Club Sandwich with fries, plus two free drinks for only P800++. The giant club sandwich is perfect for sharing and it comes with a side of fries and some spreads and coleslaw. You can order your choice of drinks from chilled juices, iced tea, soft drinks, or beer. This promo rate with the two free drinks is ongoing until June 30, 2021.

Care for some good ol' Club Sandwich?

Prestige Privilege: Father’s Day at The Champagne Room

They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, and no man deserves more loving than your dad. Show him how much you appreciate his hard work by treating him to a great meal on Father’s Day [June 20].

The Manila Hotel will be reopening the famed Champagne Room for Father’s Day with a special deal for their valued Prestige members - special lunch or dinner set menu for only P2,800 net (the full rate of P3,500 will apply to non-Prestige members).

The Champagne Room reopens for Father's Day.

This special set is specially curated with fathers in mind and includes the following:  Tiger Prawns in Zucchini Ribbon, Clear Duck Cranberry Consommé, Dry Porcini Risotto, Savory Tomato Sorbet, with a choice of Tranche of U.S. Beef Tenderloin Wellington or Oven Roasted Fillet of Chilean Seabass. For dessert, indulge in some luscious Tiramisu Semifreddo with coffee or tea with macarons.

Café Ilang-Ilang Special Father’s Day Menu

If you are still contemplating on where to head out for your special Father’s Day gathering, a wonderful option is definitely to treat your dad on a Sunday dinner at Café Ilang-Ilang where you can enjoy delectable dishes and various decadent desserts.

The Manila Hotel's Lechon is always a crowd favorite.

Whether your dad is inclined towards exploring and having food adventures or is simply happy with plate of his staple meals, Café Ilang-Ilang offers a myriad of thoughtful and modern dining options.

Taste the gastronomic delights have prepared especially for dads, which gives diners a truly unforgettable epicurean experience like Baby Back Ribs with Whiskey Barbecue Sauce from the Churrasco section; Lamb Cutlets Rosemary from the Italian section; Spider Maki (Soft Shell Crabs) from the Japanese section; Saewoo Sil-Gochu (Spicy King Praws) from the Korean section; and so much more!

For more information and table reservations, please call The Manila Hotel's hotline numbers at (02) 85270011 or 0998-9501912. You may also email restaurantrsvn@themanilahotel.com. The Manila Hotel adheres to protocols and guidelines set by the government and the IATF, and can only accept guests from 18 to 65 years of age.

The Greatest Gift a Mom Can Get in the Newest McDonald's Ad.

With the world closing down and our lives revolving around the four corners of our homes, it has become all the more evident how hard our moms work to meet all our needs and give us a life of comfort. From daily housekeeping jobs of cleaning and cooking, to managing businesses or working a full-time job, helping children transition to blended learning, and finding meaningful ways to bring happiness to homes; moms have continuously put their families’ needs over theirs.

So this Mother’s Day, McDonald’s celebrates the moms who tirelessly give their all just so their children have a happy life and a happy home. Through the launch of their new online video ‘Himbing’, McDonald’s makes us realize that celebrating moms doesn’t always have to come in grand gestures and luxury gifts. Sometimes, the best way to pay tribute to her is to give her what she needs the most— a break from everything to rest and relax, even just for a day. This, alongside hundreds of Filipinos who have expressed heartwarming relatability to the video, sheds light on the idea that giving our moms time to just slow down and breathe is truly one of the most valuable gifts we can give her.

The greatest gift a mom can get on Mother's Day. :)

“McDonald’s has always been about ‘simple, feel-good moments’. We hold that true in whatever we do and offer. In these extraordinary times, we wish that all the more for all the moms who work so hard to take care of their families. So this Mother’s Day, we released a video to show just how easy and simple it is to give moms the gift they need the most: tulog na mahimbing. We hope we all remember that sometimes, it's the simplest things that can make one the happiest.” said McDonald’s Philippines Marketing & Channels Head Oliver Rabatan.

Show your love and appreciation for mom by giving her the gift of a well-deserved break and a treat to her McDonald’s favorites.

See how McDo says #LoveKitaMa through this video: https://fb.watch/5jdED1AbKE/

15 Splurges Every Mom Deserves For Mother's Day.

No matter how you slice it, moms are just the greatest. They’re our role models, heroes, and best friends. Mothers give us so much, and Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show them just how important they are. 

 Whether you celebrate by taking mom to brunch, hosting her for dinner, or taking her out for a day on the town, Mother’s Day should be topped off with a gift that makes her feel special. Read on to learn our 15 favorite splurges that every mom deserves for Mother’s Day.

For the Fashion Forward Mom 

Do you have a “cool” mom in your life? Treat her to one of these fashionable Mother’s Day splurges.

Yum Jung Ah and Yoon Se Ah in Sky Castle (2019).

1. Take her on a shopping spree! This is a great option if she’s hard to buy for. Visit your local mall or specialty boutique and let mom pick out anything her heart desires. That way, she’ll be sure to love it! 

2. Buy her a custom piece of jewelry. Pick out a timeless and versatile style and have it personalized with the initials of her partner or her children, or an important date.

3. Gift her a wrist watch that’s effortlessly cool. You can go for a versatile style so she’ll be able to wear it with anything, or choose from totally unique watches that will wow those around her.

4. A designer handbag is never out of style! Get your fashion forward mom a handbag that shows she has class and style. She’s sure to be the envy of all her friends!

5. Pick out the perfect leather jacket for her to wear on a night out with her partner. What could possibly be more cool?

For the Artsy Mom

Is she artistic—or even just crafty? Foster her creativity and imagination with one of these Mother’s Day gifts.

Jang Nara in Oh My Baby (2020).

1. Buy her a series of local art classes in her favorite medium, or something she’s never tried before! Choose from ceramics, painting, stained glass, and more. She’ll get to sharpen her skills, express her creativity, and maybe even find her next favorite artistic practice.

2. Wrap Mother’s Day and a gift all into one and attend a day-long arts workshop with her. She won’t mind if your skills aren’t up to snuff; she’ll be elated to spend the day with you doing something she loves.

3. Get her a year-long pass to a local museum. Look for one that comes with a complimentary guest pass, so that she can take a friend or loved one along. If you’re lucky, she may even take you!

4. Many cities host craft fairs on Mother’s Day. Find one near you to spend the day at, and let her pick out a piece of art that she falls in love with.

5. Harness your own inner artist and make a piece of art for her! If you have kids, it’s great to get them involved in this gift. No matter how your gift turns out, she’ll have a keepsake that only a mother could love.

For the Cheffy Mom

Some moms are just a wiz in the kitchen. They saute, sear, broil, and bake with love, and everything they serve is absolutely divine. If that describes a mom in your life, gift her one of these.

Oh Jung Se and Kim Mi Kyung in It's Okay To Not Be Okay (2020).

1. There’s no more important kitchen staple than a good, sharp knife. Upgrade mom’s chopping skills by gifting her a beautifully crafted chef’s knife.

2. Any chef knows that cast iron is the ultimate cookware. Buy her a top-of-the-line cast iron pan that she’ll cherish for decades to come.

3. Get her a cookbook from one of her favorite chefs, or pick a cuisine she loves and buy a cookbook from and up and coming chef she’s never heard of! Bonus points if it’s so beautifully photographed that it doubles as a coffee table book.

4. Gift her a cooking class at a local cooking school or restaurant. She’ll be able to brush up on new skills and cook some amazing food.

5. Take her out to a fancy meal at a local Michelin-star restaurant for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that she’ll never forget.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Peruse these gifts to find a splurge that’s perfect for all the moms in your life.

10 Special Gifts for Your SO This Valentine's Day.

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, now is the time to start planning that surprise for your sweetheart. With the restrictions of the pandemic still in place, this is the perfect year to have your gift delivered right to your doorstep. Luckily, there is still plenty of time to order these gifts for delivery.

As a date night at home is a popular way to spend Valentine’s Day, there are plenty of gifts that can help set the mood for a perfect date with your Valentine. Even if you aren’t known as the best gift-giver, here are some suggestions to turn your gift-giving reputation around and show your partner how much you care.

Team Seo Jun here! Hwang In Yeop in True Beauty (2021).

1. Flowers

Let’s start off simple: you can’t go wrong with Valentine’s bouquets. Whether classic red roses or a flower arrangement starring some beautiful lilies, everybody loves getting flowers. You can even get beautiful flower arrangements delivered directly to your sweetheart. Don’t forget to personalize the note!

2. A long-lasting keepsake

In addition to sending flowers, you can send an Eternity Rose, a real rose dipped in gold or platinum to last past Valentine’s Day.

3. Personalized artwork

Show how much you care by memorializing a special moment or anniversary through some artwork. Give the gift of a customized constellation piece reflecting the sky on your first date. Or some wall art of the coordinates of your first home together.

Lee Jae Wook and Kim Hye Yoon, cameo appearance in True Beauty.

4. Go all out for a movie night date

While movie theaters still may be out of the question, that doesn’t mean you can’t bring the movie theater to your living room. Rent a romantic comedy and turn the living room into the perfect cozy cave. Popcorn is all that’s missing. Prepare for the proper movie theater experience by gifting your significant other a popcorn basket full of delicious treats.

5. Salami bouquet

Maybe you want to send an unconventional bouquet. Whether for your boyfriend or girlfriend, consider sending your significant other a beef jerky bouquet. Or even a salami bouquet to the meat lover in your life. It’s not too often you get to eat a bouquet.

6. The gift of self-care

Everybody needs to take some time for themselves. Sending a curated basket of essential oils and moisturizers can make it easier for your significant other to embrace the me-time they deserve.

Captain Ri's candle!
How can we ever forget this scene from Crash Landing on You (2020)?

7. A sentimental candle

You can never have too many candles. Get a candle that reminds your significant other of your shared memories and special moments. There are personalized candles based on locations or events of significance. It’s been proven that personal scents can increase the attraction between two people. Find the perfect candle to show how you feel about your partner.

8. A box of chocolates

Who doesn’t enjoy a box of chocolates? Valentine’s Day doesn’t feel complete without eating heart shaped chocolates from a box. Make sure you get your box of chocolates prior to the holiday to avoid those chocolate cravings.

9. A gourmet gift basket

Send a basket of some of the finest foods, heart-shaped and otherwise. The best part of sending a gift basket full of food is that you’ll often get to partake in the eating of these gourmet treats. So really, it’s the gift that keeps on giving.

Wi Ha Joon and Lee Na Young in Romance is a Bonus Book (2019).

10. Personalize a book

There are many resources out there to create a personalized book that captures the relationship between you and your partner. You could create your own scrapbook of photos throughout the years, or you could even get a personalized picture book full of high-quality illustrations. Make a book that tells your unique love story. Fall in love with your story all over again.

No matter what you get your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day, the most important part of the gift is showing them that you care. Take advantage of gift delivery services and surprise your significant other with a romantic delivery when they’re least expecting it.

6 Awesome Birthday Gift Ideas For Your Girlfriend.

Your girlfriend's birthday is coming up but still don't know what gift to give? Make her birthday memorable and exceptional with lots of love and one (or maybe all) of these gift ideas. Choose from this list of awesome birthday gift ideas for girlfriend and surprise her on her special day. These wonderful gifts will definitely make her special day even more special and truly unforgettable.

Kim Jae Wook and Park Min Young in Her Private Life (2019).

'What I Love About You' Diary
Fill this diary about all the things that you love about your girlfriend and surprise her with it. This is a lovable and a cute personalized gift that you can give for her birthday. It lets you express all the things that you love about her that made you fall in love. It also has some interesting fill-in-the-blanks questions about your relationship, and you can answer them in such a way that will allow you to express your thoughts and emotions and make your girlfriend feel truly loved.

What I Love About You (By Me).

Pillow with Love Message
Another beautiful birthday gift for your girlfriend is this pillow with a love message. Unique and personalized, this pillow allows you to express your love for girlfriend with words of your own. She can sleep thinking about you, or use it as a decoration and be reminded of your love. This is a sweet gift to make your girlfriend think about you when you are not around.

Pillow with Love Message.

Couples Card Game

An interesting birthday gift for your girlfriend is this Couples Card Game. This game has fun and exciting activities, and ice-breaker, conversation-starter questions. It can help you get intimate with your girlfriend and bring you closer to each other. With the element of fun, this card game also gives you an opportunity to learn a lot about each other, your likes, dislikes, choices, and everything else.

Couples Card Game.

Wooden Picture Frame with Love Message.
Express your feelings with words! This wooden picture frame has a space not just for a photo, but also for a sweet love message. This contemporary picture frame features a heart-shaped pattern made with cotton, a space on the side for your photo with your girlfriend, and another space in the middle for your sweet birthday message. This frame can be hung on the wall or placed on a table - a great gift that looks good as a room decor for your office or home, and a nice reminder of your love for your girlfriend.

Wooden Picture with Love Message.

Playful Checkbook for the Bedroom.
If playful gifts are your thing, here's something that you and your sweetheart will love - a checkbook that you can fill with sweet, fun, and naughty things. This gift will enhance the romance and closeness between you two, and will make your lives together even more interesting with the witty advices and playful activities. Some are simple, some are complex, but in all of it, there is fun. Your girlfriend will love this gift on her birthday. This is a creative gift that channelizes your emotions and gets you even closer to her.

Playful Checkbook.

Spa Basket with Lavender Bath Items.

Finally, we have this spa basket filled with lavender bath items. This set has a bath comb, bubble bath, body scrub, bath salt and more. Surprise your girlfriend with this gift basket, and let her indulge and pamper herself with these bath and body products. Each item in this spa basket has the aroma of lavender, which can soothe her body, set the mood, and keep your girl in a happy state of mind.
Your girlfriend will definitely love this very thoughtful gift basket.

Spa Basket with Lavender Bath Items.

Hope this list has given you an idea for your girlfriend's birthday!
These are some impressive and unique gift ideas, guaranteed to make the recipient (aka your girlfriend) truly happy. For more wonderful gift ideas and party ideas, visit Birthdayinspire.com.

5 Creative Gift Hacks for the Christmas Season.

Christmas is just right around the corner, and the season of readying presents, prepping feasts, planning reunions, and practicing holiday traditions have already started. You might even be worrying about finding unique presents as early as now, but there’s no need to fret since we’ve got some smart hacks for you!

Christmas shopping made easy. 

1. Online Shopping – easy, accessible, and hassle-free!
You don’t actually have to go out of the house to shop anymore. Just fire up your laptop or smartphone to go online, and you’ll find tons of online shopping sites just waiting for you to add items to your cart. What are you waiting for? Search for the product you want to buy, and have it delivered straight to your doorstep. It’s definitely easy and convenient! Just make sure to purchase from reliable websites, and you’re good to go!

2. Hit the malls and be one with the holiday crowd.
You can always go back to the good ‘ol mall sales. With prices dropping up to 50% off and buy-one-take-one deals popping everywhere, malls are the main go-to for holiday shoppers. If you’re willing to dive in with the crowd during this busy season, you can purchase great finds in various malls.

However, you have to be wise in managing your time when you choose to deal with the Christmas crowd. Prepare the list of items you want to buy, or names of people you want to shop for, to save your time. When visiting malls, you really have to stick to your list to avoid lavish spending.

Photo credit: Smart Parenting.

3. Garage sales and Bazaars - a nifty way to get great steals!
A wise man once said, “One man’s garbage is another man’s treasure.” Well technically, it’s not really garbage - some items and clothes in garage sales are just barely used, and are actually still in perfectly good condition. With a little bit of cleaning and washing especially with a premium detergent’s superior cleaning formula, it can be worth way more than what you paid for.

Bazaars, on the other hand, can be handy as well. They sell a wide range of exciting things from clothes to socks, scarves, caps, shoes, accessories, and many more. There are a lot of bazaar set-ups lining up in malls once the “ber” months hit, so you’ll surely have no problem spotting one!

4. Go Treasure-hunting with Ukay-Ukay.
When it comes to hunting down unique finds, ukay-ukays or thrift shops are the most common go-to shopping spree spots for Filipinos. You can find fashionable and branded pieces here that can definitely work well as gifts! Nowadays, there are many bloggers and vloggers you can get inspiration from when it comes to styling clothes from thrift shops. You can simply watch their ukay hauls and vlogs to get an idea on where to get great finds and what pieces to match it with.

When buying from ukay-ukay stores, it’s important to make sure that the items you bought are clean and fresh before giving them away. Quality is of utmost importance, and it’s a good thing a little bit of laundry washing can go a long way. You can always use a great detergent like Ariel to wash away the stains - even those pesky invisible kulob stains! Those ukay-ukay steals should be clean, kulob-free, and in good shape.

Naeil Cantabile, 2014.

5. Don’t have time to buy? No problem! Raid your closet.
There’s no excuse for not giving anyone a gift when you have pre-loved clothes and accessories living in your closet. Look for tops or pieces you’ve only worn once or never even used before that will be perfect for other people. This will not only let you save money, but it will also make room for new items in your closet! Say goodbye to your old clothes, and say hello to the new ones to come!

Of course by doing this, you need to make sure that the fashion items you’re giving away smell fresh and kulob-free! You might not notice, but there can be invisible stains lingering on your clothes that cause that awful kulob smell. There’s no need to worry though, as long as you get to wash them with a detergent that can go for deep and superior cleaning. Give it a shot with Ariel, with intensive cleaning that can remove even those invisible kulob stains with just one wash.

This can definitely turn your clothes from closet stuffing to an actual gift that looks brand new! Your friends and family won’t even notice, especially when the gift is finished off with a nice packaging then — Voilà! You have yourself the perfect well-thought of gift for your friends and loved ones!

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Kulob is an awful smell that is common during the rainy season. Did you know that it is actually caused by invisible stains that cannot be removed by ordinary detergents? Kulob is a stain you can’t actually see, but you can definitely smell. It’s caused by ineffective cleaning of leftover dirt and sebum stains, and these stains go through the process of oxidation, leading to microorganism activity the gives out a rancid odor.

What's your Kulob Story?

Thankfully, there’s a detergent that can effectively combat the awful smell of kulob — Ariel’s deep cleaning formulation, which intensively cleans clothes and washes off invisible kulob stains and malodor-causing bacteria.

Need more proof?
Watch this video to find out more about invisible kulob stains through this link: http://bit.ly/ArielNoInvisibleKulob

Spotlight | The Eternity Rose.

Valentine's has long been over, and by now, the flowers that were given as gifts to celebrate the occasion have either wilted or have been thrown away. After all, fresh cut flowers look good for just three to four days - a week, at the most.

But not my rose.

The Eternity Rose.

Mine neither dries, fades, or wilts, and will last and look the same for many more Valentine's (and even wedding anniversaries) to come. It's called The Eternity Rose, a one-of-a-kind gift that's guaranteed to live up to its name. Created by a group of Australia-based artisans, The Eternity Rose has been in the market - Europe, in particular - for over nine years.

A rose for all eternity.

What makes this product extraordinary is that it's made with a real rose, grown to perfection by a team of trained horticulturalists who vigilantly watch over the blossoms and harvest them at their ideal stage of bloom. The roses then undergo a complex, 60-step process of preservation which includes 'freezing' the flower in its natural form, coating it with several layers of lacquer, dipping it in platinum, silver, and gold, or glazing and trimming the edges with pure, 24-karat gold. The entire process takes about 90 days, making this product a finely crafted work of art.

Even the leather case is a work of art. 

My very own Eternity Rose is an exquisite, light blue rose, glazed and trimmed in 24-karat gold. Sure, a gold or platinum-dipped rose would look even more majestic, but I personally chose blue since this color represents the 10th wedding anniversary. Husband and I are celebrating our tenth year of marriage this June, and the Blue Eternity Rose makes a perfect, lasting keepsake for this happy occasion.

Makes a lovely conversation piece, too. 

The glazed roses are also available in other colors, including red - the ultimate symbol of beauty and love. Each rose is presented in a stylish display case made from leather, and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Certificate of Authenticity.

Aside from Valentine's Day and wedding anniversaries, The Eternity Rose makes an exceptional gift for just about any occasion - birthdays, Mother's Day, and even graduations. They can be purchased directly from The Eternity Rose website, and can be bought with or without a display case, or as a set with a brass vase also dipped in precious metals.

A closer look at my Light Blue Eternity Rose.

If you prefer something wearable, you'd be glad to know that The Eternity Rose also has rose pendants and earrings available. You can buy them as a set to match your Eternity Rose, or purchase them separately. They offer free shipping for all orders, and can deliver to over 50 countries around the globe, including the Philippines.

Believe me, this rose is even lovelier in person. :)

Visit The Eternity Rose website to know more about their products and view the complete collection and/or follow their official Facebook page for promos and product updates.

Bespoke Gift Ideas for Father's Day.

More often than not, finding a gift that's thoughtful and unique for the special man in your life can be notoriously challenging. The task is often Herculean that you'll almost always end up buying a necktie, a pair of boxer shorts, or a set of socks because these items are the only things that you can think of.

But contrary to popular belief, men aren't that hard to shop for - especially if you have a deep understanding of what his hobbies and interests are, and pay attention to the things that he like and dislike, for that matter. And with Father's Day fast-approaching, it's now time to rack my brains and come up with interesting surprises for the men in my family. Thankfully, I found a haven of gift options online and they now have me covered in time for Father's Day!

For my husband who works the night shift.
A personalized Frenche press, for men who run on coffee. This cafetiere features a heat resistant borosilicate glass beaker inside a chrome-plated steel frame with a black polycarbonate handle. The coffee pot can be hand-etched with your own words over five lines. Should I have this etched with "I love you forever", or that looks too cheesy to bring to his workplace? Haha!

Personalized cafetiere.

For my comic geek brother.
My brother, now in his early 30's and soon-to-be a father of two (my sister-in-law is currently pregnant with their second child), will forever be like Peter Pan. He's still addicted to video games, watches cartoons, and still into comic books - just like he was when we were kids. This Vintage Comic Clock makes a perfect gift for him, and for those men who will forever be kids-at-heart. The clock's face can be customized with your comic book/superhero of choice.

Vintage comic clock.

For my banker brother-in-law.

Nothing says dapper like a business bag handcrafted from the finest Italian leather. This Calvino business bag, which can be personalized with the recipient's initials, looks smart, simple, yet elegant - exactly the aura that my brother-in-law should exude whenever he's meeting clients or having a business luncheon with his boss.

Leather business bag.

For my father-in-law, and his wine collection.

I can't exactly say that my father-in-law is a wine connoisseur because he hardly drinks wine and other alcoholic beverages. But he does have a wide collection of wines and spirits at home, most of them are gifts from relatives and friends. This beautifully handcrafted wood rack is a stylish way to display his wines, and makes a nice accent to the kitchen in my parents-in-law's home.

Personalized wine rack.

For my grandfather who loved to cook.

And I say loved because it's been almost eighteen years since he passed away. But my grandfather, whom we fondly call 'Lolo Daddy', has never been forgotten, and we'd always remember him for his love for food, his cooking skills, and how much he loved us, his grandchildren. If he were still alive, I'd probably surprise him with this Magnetic Knife Block and have the words 'Best Lolo' ('lolo is the Filipino term for 'grandfather') etched on it.

Personalized Magnetic Knife Block.

So forget the socks, ties, and boxers, and get your dad or husband a gift that's meaningful, something that will pique his interest, and is right up his alley. I'm sure you're bound to find one at Gifts Less Ordinary. :)