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Taste the flavors of Asia with Oishi’s The World of O, Wow! Bag

70 years — that’s how long Liwayway Marketing Corp. has been satisfying Filipinos’ snack cravings, which, let’s face it, they have all the time. And if the company name doesn’t ring any bells, that’s because you might be more familiar with its commercial name, Oishi! Originally established in 1946 as…

What women want: The big question answered

Gentlemen, we know how it feels — women can be confusing. But they don't have to be. PeopleAsia columnist Eppy Gochangco gives us the lowdown on what women really want from their male counterparts in five short and sweet points that are worth the read. By EPPY GOCHANGCO “Women are meant to be…

DrinkManila.com’s Frozen Punch for kids

While most of the kids in our lives might have already (hopefully) gotten over their Frozen phase and let it go, it's safe to say that their love for sweet, colorful, frozen treats has remained intact. This Christmas, have a bit of fun with your little ones in the kitchen with this Frozen Punch…

La dolce vita! Live the sweet life with Swiss Miss Chocolate Hazelnut

La dolce vita! Life is full of things to celebrate and live for. Literally translating to the sweet life, those three Italian words embody living life to the fullest, perfectly describing the people who appreciate life's pleasures, both big and small. World-famous chocolate powder drink Swiss Miss draws inspiration from this and excitedly launches…

Home is where Karen gets a head start

By JOANNE RAE RAMIREZ In the fiercely competitive world of television, where she goes before and behind the cameras, juggling three TV shows and a radio program everyday on weekdays, Karen Davila needs her own daily head start. And she gets it from her home. (A solid mahogany block serves…

Recognizing and Empowering the Filipina: The 2016 TOWNS Awards

How times have changed. Gone are the days when only men were thought capable of making a difference and serving their country to the best of their abilities. After years, and perhaps even decades, of rearranging the status quo, Filipino women and men are now on equal footing, both playing…

Eat, drink and be merry! Celebrate the holidays at Marco Polo

There is much to be thankful for and celebrate at Marco Polo this holiday season. Come for the hotel’s sumptuous Thanksgiving banquet and for the most delectable, lip-smacking additions to their Class A selections that feature the best of international cuisines, by far. With special Yuletide feasts scheduled on November…

Home & haven with Enclaves

By BABE ROMUALDEZ From time to time, Stargate Media Corp. — the publishing arm of PeopleAsia magazine — comes out with special editions and commemorative issues such as Papal Power: Pope Francis in the Philippines, which chronicled the visit of the pontiff to the Philippines in January last year. The said special edition —…

Gourmet Skies: Singapore Airlinesâ€™ Fine Dining Services

By ISABELLA OLIVARESÂ When it comes to airline food, we either love it or hate it. Some travelers canâ€™t wait to dig into the perfectly portioned meals served on trays, while others dread the approaching service cart. For the latter, itâ€™s hard to believe that there was a time when…

Homebound Theater: Repertory Philippinesâ€™ Golden Anniversary

In 1967, five theater buffs decided to start their own theater company. The companyâ€™s debut production, Miss Julie, opened to an audience of seven people. Those five thespians were Leo Martinez, Tony and Monina Mercado, Baby Barredo, and Zenaida Amador, and that company was Repertory Philippines. (The cast of Repertory…