Author: Lion's Den

Many of us live hectic lives, with countless deadlines to meet, requirements to deliver, and tasks to complete, and sometimes having time for a healthy and hearty meal can be quite challenging. Good thing, we have Starbucks which serves the perfect treats for both breakfast and lunch through their new Signature Pairings. Starbucks Signature Pairings are delectable meals partnered with your favorite coffee or tea. These are available at a discounted price when you purchase it with any Tall handcrafted beverage. Starbucks Signature Breakfast is available from the store’s opening until 10am, while you can avail the Starbucks Signature Lunch…

Renowned rapper Gloc-9, or Aristotle “Aries” Pollisco, proves he is a master of words as he transforms his lyrics into inspiring poetry verses in his first book under ABS-CBN Publishing entitled “Akin Lang Naman.” Well known for his songs such as “Upuan,” “Hari ng Tondo,” “Magda,” and “Sirena” that contain statements on struggle, discrimination, or patriotism, Gloc-9 is one of the most looked-up-to songwriters in the country. As the artist rarely writes the lyrics we hear in final songs formally, this is the first time that his works as a writer and more specifically, as a poet, will be seen…

Filipinos will be amazed at the Taiwan Internet of Things (IoT) Solutions for Smart Living Forum, taking place at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on September 30. Sponsored by the Taiwan Bureau of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Economic Affairs and organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), the Forum will be brought to life by representatives from some of Taiwan’s best tech brands speaking about cutting edge devices whose IoT solutions can redefine workflows and processes in various industries. IoT is a giant network of connected things that have an on and off switch to the…

Nora Aunor, recently hailed as the 33rd PMPC Star Awards Best Actress, stars in powerful family drama “Kabisera,” premiering on Cinema One this Sunday (September 24). The film that earned the Superstar her latest acting award revolves around her character as Mercy, the matriarch of a Filipino family dealing with hooded people who are involved in extra-judicial killings and other abuses in Philippine society. An inspiring tale based on a true story, “Kabisera” depicts a mother and wife’s biggest challenges as she uncovers her family’s involvement in shocking secrets. Aside from being headlined by the Grand Dame of Asian Cinema, the…

PHILIPPINES (September 21, 2017) – Contestants are scared out of their wits as they take turns in riding a haunted elevator for the opportunity to win cash prizes in the frightening game show Hellevator, which premieres on AXN this October. The eight-episode game show begins when a team of three friends ride the “Hellevator” into the depths of an abandoned slaughterhouse. Once onboard, they each individually take on three floors of horror challenges following a weekly-changing narrative that increase in difficulty and worth. One player must get out on each floor and complete a challenge to earn money for the team.…

Laugh and cry once more to the unique and endearing love story of Lea and Tonyo in the blockbuster indie movie “Kita Kita” as it hits ABS-CBN TVplus’ Kapamilya Box Office (KBO) this weekend, September 23-24. In the movie, Tonyo (Empoy Marquez) plays the persistent suitor to Lea (Alessandra de Rossi), a young woman who suffers from temporary blindness after a relationship ends in heartbreak. See how the two develop into an unlikely couple as Tonyo charmingly turns Lea’s doubts into trust. KBO subscribers will also get to watch four other movies alongside “Kita Kita.  “Amorosa” stars Angel Aquino as…

QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 21, 2017 — Witness the unusual case of love for family in ABS-CBN’s much-anticipated family drama “The Good Son,” where four sons fight for their right and seek justice  which can be seen in the Philippines via ABS-CBN, and outside the country via The Filipino Channel (TFC), with its pilot episode streaming simulcast its local airing, via TFC online (www.TFC.tv) in key countries worldwide. “The Good Son” will surely stick with viewers’ minds as its story centers on four brothers who come from different families, and are searching for the truth to prove their innocence in their…

SKY Cable Corporation has signed a partnership with Netflix, the world’s leading internet entertainment service, to offer One Sky subscribers a variety of critically-acclaimed Netflix original programs including “House of Cards,” “Stranger Things,” “The Crown,” and “Okja” for the whole family. SKY subscribers have already been enjoying Netflix through SKY’s fast, fiber-powered broadband service  and now through the partnership, One Sky subscribers can pay their Netflix subscription via SKY, allowing qualified subscribers to seamlessly access and watch  content on Netflix. Netflix subscriptions are offered at P370, P460, and P550 a month on top of the chosen One SKY Plan. The monthly subscription fee of the chosen plan will be…

September 19, 2017 (Philippines) – The country’s #1 fast food brand, Jollibee, gave away hundreds of Cheesy Yumburgers to lucky customers in select branches in Metro Manila in celebration of National Cheeseburger Day. National Cheeseburger Day is celebrated all over the world every September 18. “What better way to honor National Cheeseburger Day than by sharing our new and improved Cheesy Yumburger with our valued customers?” shares Luis Berba, Brand Manager for Yumburger. “Fans also got the chance to share the day with some of the country’s favorite personalities such as celebrity Yumburger endorser Joshua Garcia and online personalities Baninay…

September 20, 2017, Quezon City, PHILIPPINES — From becoming household names as the most interesting personalities to watch inside the most famous house in the Philippines, the Pinoy Big Brother House’s last season, Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber take it to the next level as they star in their first movie “Loving in Tandem” airing via TFC@theMovies starting September 21. Once relatively unknown teens with big dreams, Entrata and Barber, more known as MayWard, have won the hearts of viewers with their tongue-in-cheek conversations and natural chemistry.  In “Loving in Tandem” MayWard will gear up and bring this magic to the big screen in a film directed by Giselle Andres.   In the…

COVER STORY Talking to Myself In a letter to her younger self, designer and erstwhile It girl Mai Mai Cojuangco found time to reflect on a life that has been less about indulging in privilege that was her birthright, and more about finding strength in the state of independence she crafted for herself Let Her Eat Cake Iza Calzado threw a kiddie birthday party for herself. Philbert Dy recounts what happened. ALT: With a hit drama on television and her first international acting award under her belt, Iza Calzado is celebrating with a kiddie party. Philbert Dy finds himself on…

Palaweños can now enjoy the first deluxe theatres in the province with the opening of the SM Cinema Director’s Club Cinema, plush movie houses with automatically-reclining leather seats, an exclusive food menu, and a dedicated butler. SM Cinema’s 60th branch nationwide, the Director’s Club, located at the SM City Puerto Princesa along Malvar Road offers a different kind of adventure with five theatres—three digital cinemas and two Director’s Club cinemas—to form the biggest chain of movie houses in Palawan, to date. The Director’s Club Cinema boasts of an intimate and totally-convenient movie watching experience with 48 LA-Z-Boy-type recliners per theatre.…

Manila, Philippines – Being a mother is no easy feat. It’s a journey filled with highs and lows. Rewarding as it may be, it can also be very overwhelming. This is why moms need all the help and support they can get. To show their support for women on their journey to motherhood, Wilkins Distilled Drinking Water hosted a Moms Light Group Discussion, gathering fifty millennial moms at the Manila House in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. “The Wilkins Moms Light Group Discussion is our way of giving back to moms everywhere who have helped us become the most trusted water…

DALY CITY, CA, September 19, 2017 — The clock is ticking and the countdown is on as to who will be the Top 10 finalists in Global Tawag ng Tanghalan’s region finals. In this semi-final round, the decision lies in the hands of the public and the judges. The 20 semi-finalists are: Rachel Bergado, Jeena Dimaandal, Denise Gonzales, Louise Lagunda, Michelle Macasero, Alexis Magsambol, Steven Paysu, Adriana Perry, Jamil Pidlaoan, and George Villanea (California); Jing Wenghofer (Illinois); Elizabeth Sooy (New Jersey); Joshua Bation (Pennsylvania); Marie Joy Amaro (Texas); Danielle Jade Laganson (Alberta); Venus Therese Ramos (Manitoba); Jean Pauline Aytona, Jeline Mauricio,…

ABS-CBN, the Philippines leading media and entertainment company, showcased its biggest and top rating fantasy-action drama for 2017, “La Luna Sangre,” in a special screening before delegates of the 2nd ASEAN-Japan Television Festival held recently in Manila, Philippines. “La Luna Sangre” is one of the most watched and most talked about programs in the Philippines today. The story revolves around the journey of protagonists Malia and Tristan, whose lives intertwine because of a prophecy made under the bloodmoon. ABS-CBN also exhibited “La Luna Sangre” alongside the network’s other top dramas “Lost Hearts” and “Wildflower” and box office hit movies such…

Atom Araullo delves into gastronomic search and checks out some of the best food spots in Hong Kong in the latest edition of “The Crawl,” premiering tonight on Lifestyle TV (SkyCable ch. 52) at 7:30pm. He teams up with Pino Resto Bar’s executive chef Edward Bugia for a restaurant-hopping adventure in the fourth installment of “The Crawl” to discover great eats and cookery surprises. Together, they go around the bustling city of Hong Kong and check out Yat Lok Roast Goose, a Michelin-starred restaurant, Lin Heung Tea House, Qi-Nine Dragons, Ser Wong Fun and many other food hubs. Lifestyle TV, a pioneer in local lifestyle programming,…