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Mc Richard Paglicawan
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For Americans, Turkeys are a staple in every Thanksgiving celebration, but for Filipinos it’s perfect for Christmas.This Sunday, celebrity chef Pablo “Boy” Logro is going to teach viewers of his weekly cooking show on GMA News TV, “Idol Sa Kusina,” how to prepare “Roast Turkey with Maple Mustard Sauce,” and he will use a 10-kilo Turkey for this!As if a large-sized Turkey is not enough to fill viewers’ appetites, Chef Boy will also put an enchanting touch to the otherwise ordinary roast chicken with his dish, “Magic Stuffed Roast Chicken.” Find out what’s so “magical” about this dish and what…
In the upcoming fantasy adventure The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Bilbo Baggins’ comfortable life in the Shire is shaken by the arrival of the Wizard Gandalf the Grey, who has ambitious plans for the unsuspecting Hobbit.Once again playing the wise, intuitive, and occasionally mischievous Wizard is Ian McKellen in director Peter Jackson’s first epic in a series of three films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien.Among McKellen’s many acclaimed roles, perhaps his most iconic has been his embodiment of Gandalf, in all his incarnations, in The Lord of the Rings Trilogy. “Seeing Ian McKellen on set…
After her controversial admission about her sexual preference, well-renowned singer-actress Monique Wilson will bravely take the hot seat in “The Bottomline With Boy Abunda” this Saturday (December 8) to share her thoughts about social issues concerning the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender” (LGBT) community.Why did she finally decide to ‘come out’ after many years? Does she believe that the Filipinos are ready to face sensitive issues concerning same sex relationships? What will Monique do next to defend the rights of the LGBT community in the country?Don’t miss the ‘Ani ng Dangal 2012′ awardee “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda” this Saturday,…
GMA Network shows and personalities received the stamp of approval from the 2012 Anak TV Seal Awards held last December 4 in Quezon City.Leading the list of Kapuso awardees is multi-awarded GMA News pillar Jessica Soho, who emerged as this year’s top female personality in the Anak TV Roster of Makabata Stars. This is the second year in a row that Soho bagged the much-coveted recognition after garnering the highest score among female personalities in the Boto Ko Surveys.GMA News and Public Affairs’ (N&PA) Arnold Clavio, Vicky Morales, and Kara David – known for their competence and credibility as broadcast…
MANILA – As thousands of Filipinos in the southern region of the country struggle to recover from the destruction caused by the country’s latest extreme weather event, Typhoon Bopha, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is partnering with the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) to support the Philippine government’s initiatives in building resilience to climate change.Under the 12-month partnership “Joint WFP/UN-Habitat Initiative on Philippine Cities and Climate Change Adaptation,” the cities of Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Davao, and Iloilo – all of which have been in the path of Typhoon Bopha – will be assessed for ecological, physical,…
November 15, 2012 — Dusit Thani held their third annual Christmas Tree Lighting Contest entitling “A Hundred voices, Ten Hopes, One Christmas Story”.The event was overwhelmed with renowned personalitieswho joined in the celebration of the spirit of Christmas. DusitThani’s General Manager, Prateek Kumar welcomed everyone with a heart-warming opening remark that talked about their yearly tradition and their chosen theme for this year’s event: Children, as the hope for the future.For this special time of the year, Esquire Financing Inc. partnered with DusitThani to bring Christmas joy through their annual gift-giving event. “We believe in financing the future of the…
The Absolut Company gave new meaning to painting the town red as it celebrated Substance and Style in an exclusive themed party with Absolut Elyx, the super premium vodka that boasts of a distinct and pure taste. Upscale Republiq Club in Resorts World Manila glistened with copper-inspired décor paying homage to Absolut Elyx’s uniquely intricate and bespoke copper distillation process.Launched in Manila earlier this year, Absolut Elyx is the product of 500 years of vodka-making expertise. The uniqueness of Absolut Elyx lies in the natural ingredients and the traditional artisan methods used to make it. It is crafted from hand-selected…
Tonight, the GMA News TV public affairs show, “I-Juander” hosted by Susan Enriquez and Cesar Apolinario, “juanders” why Christmas is “longer” in the Philippines than everywhere else. Most Filipinos look forward to the celebration of Christmas each year. In fact, while the rest of the world start celebrating the season in December, Filipinos begin decorating homes, shopping malls, offices, etc. with Christmas decors and lights as early as September, the first of the four “-ber” months of the year. The Yuletide season in the Philippines also extends up to January or until the so-called “Feast of the Three Kings/Wise Men”…
This Saturday (December 8), witness another extraordinary episode of persons with weird and dangerous jobs in Wattajob hosted by Chris Tiu, and Heart Evangelista with John Feir.Flesh-eating plant farmers show Kapuso viewers how to deal with plants that stuff themselves with animal flesh.In France, know who’s the friend of the stars that was seen with the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson.Be ready for an intense joyride as the Hot Wheel Driver heats up the road.In Vancouver, beware for the graffiti artists who love drawing on walls because Graffiti Busters are on their way.Get to know Madame Palaboy , a…
“Be Careful With My Heart” stars Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap are proud first-time winners of the Anak TV Seal, a national awards given to Philippine television programs and personalities that are child-sensitive and family-friendly.Jodi and Richard were part of the roster of male and female ‘Favorite Anak TV Makabata Stars’ based on the Boto Ko ‘To survey that surveyed adult voters who among local TV personalities their households held in high esteem.Aside from Jodi and Richard, their top-rating primetanghali kilig-serye “Be Careful With My Heart” was also honored in the recently held 11th Anak TV Seal awarding ceremonies…
ABS-CBN’s top-rating fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapantaym” continues to work its magic as it recently clinched the no.1 spot in the overall top TV programs in the country.According to the latest data from Kantar Media for the month of November, “Wansapanataym” reigned among weekday and weekend programs with an average national TV rating of 36.4%.As another early Christmas present for its loyal viewers, “Wansapanataym” pays tribute to the country’s living heroes this Saturday (December 8) in its fifth Christmas special topbilled by Kapamilya actress Diana ZubiriIn an episode titled ‘Wansapana-Ride,’ Diana gives life to the role of Madelyn, a hardworking paramedic who…
Here are some spoilers on what’s going to happen this Sunday in the kapuso sitcom “Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay Na Kuwento”:Picking up from where last week’s episode had left, Pepito and Elsa’s (Michael V. and Manilyn) daughter Clarissa (Angel Satsumi) is finally going home after being confined in the hospital due to Dengue Fever. However, once Clarissa’s home, she feels dizzy and collapses to the floor leaving Pepito and Elsa to wonder what else is wrong with their baby.Due to what had happened to Clarissa, DeeDee and Mimi (Jessa Zaragoza and Nova Villa) are so paranoid about the Dengue virus…
The GMA weekly drama program “Magpakailanman” hosted by Mel Tiangco will feature the interesting story of Little Ms. Philippines 2012 Grand Winner Ryza Mae Dizon this Saturday, December 8.Ever since winning the Search for the Little Ms. Philippines Contest in the top-rating noontime show “Eat Bulaga,” Ryza Mae Dizon has become a popular mainstay of the show. She is loved by many viewers because of her natural charm and cute smile. But hidden beneath the girl’s jolly personality is an interesting story that is not as comic as it is dramatic.When Ryza Mae was born, no midwife was available to…
There’s going to be more adventure, more excitement and more twists coming this month on TV5’s eco-fantasya, Enchanted Garden.After the intense encounters between the Diwanis (Alvera (Alice Dixson), Valerianna (Ruffa Gutierrez) and Quassia (Rufa Mae Quinto) and the evil Helfora and Michiko (BB Gandanghari) comes a freezing and dreadful Eden under the hands of Emilia (Bing Loyzaga), who is Helfora’s reincarnation. More challenges await the Diwanis as Emilia rules the enchanting world of Eden.Catch TV5 Princess Eula Caballero as she plays the role of a grown-up Ella, the girl who knows the secret of Eden. Ten years have passed yet…
Starting December 8, GMA Network brings to Filipino homes the first Kapuso cartoon bida, Paddle Pop.Kiddie viewers will surely love Paddle Pop because it is not just an ordinary cartoon adventure; instead, it will be a thrilling and exciting adventure series that will spark the interest of young explorers. In the series, kids will be taught that life is all about exploring and discovering new things to have fun.The story revolves around Paddle Pop, the future king of the Lion Kingdom. He is brave, kind, a quick learner, and has the obligation to protect his Kingdom from the evil Shadow…
Hardcourt heartthrob and UAAP Season 74 Rookie of the Year, Kiefer Ravena, takes a break from playing hoops and plays a game of chance bargaining with the Banker in ABS-CBN’s hit game show “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.”Together with his teammates from the Ateneo Blue Eagles, Kiefer steps on Banker’s home court in hopes of winning the P2 million jackpot for the benefit of Ateneo basketball team to aid them in their tuition and other school needs.Kiefer reveals playing ‘Deal’ is even more intense than playing for a UAAP season. It didn’t help Kiefer relax when host Luis Manzano asked…