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Lexus LC500 Features Michelin Pilot® Super Sport Tires

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Specifically Tuned Tires Feature Latest Run-Flat Technology Detroit, January 2016 – The exciting new Lexus LC500 sports car wore MICHELIN® Pilot Super Sport ZP tires at its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today. For the first time, Michelin engineers deployed a new hybrid sidewall technology which allows the tire to maintain its run-flat endurance and superior handling performance while reducing the tire’s overall mass and rolling resistance.     Available on the 2017 Lexus LC500 model, the specifically-designed MICHELIN® Pilot® Super Sport ZP tires were developed to contribute significantly to the vehicle’s world-class sports car technology and performance. During an intensive development period, the project included more than 1,200 prototype tires and countless hours of testing at Michelin facilities in Greenville, South Carolina and Ladoux, France; Higashifuji proving ground and the Japanese Automobile Research Insti...

New bakery-café Bakers Maison will let you taste the world

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A new specialty bakeshop has recently opened in the country to give us breads and pastries inspired by a fusion of flavors from around the globe. Danish pastries, Austrian croissant, French baguette, and Italian focaccia are only few of the dozens of bread choices you’ll find in Bakers Maison, which recently opened in SM North EDSA.  With Bakers Maison, you can certainly have more choices of premium products that are satisfying and great tasting. Every bite of its delectable signature products, from the likes of artisan breads, viennoiserie, snack breads, loaf breads, cookies and muffins, and sandwiches is an encounter of the authentic taste and flavors; thus, takes you on a journey to the breads’ origin and history. You can have them for take home or you can dine in with a cup of Bakers Maison’s signature coffee blends, all the while getting a whiff of mouth-watering bread fresh off the oven. Not only that, Filipinos anywhere in the country will   be ab...

The many health benefits of love

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Are you in love and in a healthy romantic relationship with someone? If yes, consider yourself blessed! Beyond the obvious advantage of having a date for Valentine’s Day, love can also do wonders for your physical, emotional and mental health. “Apart from keeping you inspired, love can also help you live longer in many ways. The list of its health perks includes lowering your stress hormones, boosting your immune system and preventing you from developing many diseases, like depression and heart disease,” says Dr. Nicky Montoya, president of MediCard Philippines. Love can lower your risk for many diseases. When you’re in a healthy and intimate relationship with someone, you experience less stress, which in turn improves your cardiovascular health. Various studies also reveal that people in a committed and long-term relationship live longer than their single counterparts. Additionally, they experience fewer heart attacks, have lower cancer rates, and get pneumonia less f...

Marriott Manila is one with LGBT in Celebrating All Kinds of Love

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Why go with just plain red when you can celebrate the spectrum of Love?  For February, Marriott Manila is taking Valentine’s Day in its most colorful form in support of the freedom to love who you love. Whether you’re raising a glass to all kinds of love or celebrating your independence, the hotel has prepared a colorful fete for you to partake. If your appetite is as big as your love for your partner, Marriott CafĂ© sates your craving and takes you and your palate on a romantic stroll in its different stations offering a colorful range of international cuisines. Fall in love with their hefty spread of filling choices such as tiger prawns, prime rib, oysters, tepanyaki and foie gras with nimble chefs on standby to cook it the way you desire it. For only Php 2250 for February 13 lunch buffet and Php 2650 for Feb 13 and 14 dinner buffet and Sunday brunch, relish a hefty spread and bond with your loved one in the cafĂ©’s “Make Room for Love”. Have the liberty to express...

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Araneta Center

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A weekend of festivity and vibrant colors of red, yellow and green await at the Araneta Center where you and your loved ones can celebrate Chinese New Year on February 7-8, 2016. Lots of fun and exciting activities are lined up such as the Dragon Dance, Calligraphy Fair, and Live Body Painting, among others. Watch the traditional Fly Dragon Lion Dance, believed to bring good luck, long life and wisdom, as it snakes around the streets of Araneta Center from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Feb. 7, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Feb. 8. Unleash the artist in you and get FREE calligraphy souvenirs from a two-day calligraphy fair at Ali Mall and Farmers Plaza. Raffle prizes will also be given away! On February 7, witness an amazing display of live body painting at Gateway Mall, which starts at 2:00 p.m. until 8 p.m. You can likewise get a calligraphy-inspired Henna tattoo, and learn basic calligraphy and post card making on February 8. Also, watch a spectacular fireworks...

Akari welcomes its newest brand ambassador Michele Gumabao joins Team Akari

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Akari, the country’s top lighting and electrical brand, is proud to announce Michele Gumabao, three-time UAAP Champion and former UAAP Best Blocker and Finals MVP, as its latest brand ambassador joining Kiefer Ravena and Jeron Teng (current Akari faces) and Alvin Patrimonio and Asi Taulava (former Akari endorsers). Gumabao earns the distinction of being the first female athlete tapped to represent the brand. “Akari associates itself with athletes – both delivering important attributes in their respective fields: power, energy and durability. Michele is a respected volleyball player who has successfully transitioned from collegiate competition to the professional league. Her stint in the pro ranks is a display of her staying power, both in and off the court. To date, she remains as one of the Philippine volleyball scene’s freshest and brightest faces”, said Marian Gomez, marketing manager of Akari Lighting and Technology...

31% off for Baskin-Robbins’ 31 flavors

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    With its 31 delicious ice cream flavors, Baskin-Robbins continuously delights people across the globe, making it the world’s most beloved ice cream brand. To bring more happiness, every 31 st of the month, you can enjoy Baskin-Robbins’ fresh packs – pint, quart, and half gallon at a 31% price off.   Mark your calendar and celebrate every 31 st of the month. This is your chance to savor all of Baskin-Robbins’ 31 yummy ice cream flavors such as Jamoca™ Almond Fudge , Mint Chocolate Chip , Very Berry Strawberry , Cotton Candy , Love Potion #31 , to name a few. Don’t miss this exciting year-long treat. H ead over to your nearest Baskin Robbins outlet located at the Central Square and SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City; Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta 5 in Makati; Fairview Terraces; and Trinoma Mall in Quezon City.   Baskin-Robbins has also opened new stores in SM Southmall, Las Pinas and Solenad, Sta Rosa Laguna.   For more information, log ...