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MSI The Great HP Sale 2011

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MSI is currently offering their annual Great HP Sale. From November 28 - December 2, 2011 9AM - 7PM, get discounts on various HP and non-HP products such as notebooks, desktops, PC and laptop accessories, Apple accessories, storage, speakers, cameras, smartphones, projectors, servers and more. You can go ahead and download their complete product list for the sale although I'm not sure if they update this every day. Head over to MSI-ECS Bldg., # 3 Economia St., BAgumbayan, QC. But before you do, try to be a smart shopper by checking the items you want online and calling if they have stocks.







I went there just a while ago I was quite surprised on how long the line was. You had to take a number (bottom right photo) from the guard before you can go in the office to browse the items. I didn't bother waiting because the current number was about 300+. I'll probably just go back later today with the list of items I want to get since the guard said that I can still come and use the number even if it's already passed.



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If you do plan to go to the sale, I suggest you go early and get a number or get a number in late in the morning and just go back in line after lunch. The guard said they give up number as early as 7AM.

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JBL Speakers plus Spyro Review

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A few days ago, I got invited to JBL's event where they showed their latest line of speakers available in the market today. I remember back then we had these very sturdy JBL box type speakers back then which still worked when we sold them in a bazaar. The sound quality didn't deteriorate much given the length of usage and the abuse in high volume. I was curious as to what JBL currently has to offer us consumers. Good thing I actually went because I was lucky enough to win home a brand new JBL Spyro speakers which I made a review on below. Yahoo!



JBL OnBeat
JBL OnBeat

The JBL OnBeat caught my eye first. It has a cool design and it's especially made for iPhone and iTouch. It is able to rotate portrait or landscape. What I like most is how small this speaker is. It's great for those out of town trips you want to listen to music and videos to but requires an AC outlet for it to operate. It uses Phoenix transducers technology to deliver clear and crisp sound. Included is a remote control so you can sit back and relax.


JBL OnBeat (landscape mode playing a video)


JBL OnBeat Xtreme


JBL OnBeat Xtreme (w iTouch attached)

Not to be confused with the JBL OnBeat is the JBL OnBeat Xtreme. It's a few inches larger than the JBL OnBeat and the design looks even more impressive. Similar to the JBL OnBeat, it can do portrait and landscape mode.

The great thing about this speakers is that it could dock iPod, iPhone and iPad devices. It also has built-in Bluetooth so you can do hands-free calling (at least with iPhone and iPad). When attached you can simply speak through the built-in microphone. This is perfect for my 2nd gen iTouch which doesn't have a built-in microphone.


JBL OnBeat Xtreme (w iPad attached)

Included is a JBL OnBeat Xtreme RF remote control which you can use to navigate your iPad, iPod and iPhone menus, iTunes songs, playlists, photos and videos. You can easily change tracks, system settings and more, from up to 30 feet (9 meters) in any direction.

The video being played (photo above) was set at maximum volume and it still delivered sound with minimal distortion. There's even several sound settings you can select. I like the power bass setting best. You need to hear it to believe it

JBL on Time Micro


JBL on Time Micro

Out of all the displayed speakers, the JBL on Time Micro probably had the poorest design. I just didn't think it was in the same level of all the other speakers in terms of aesthetics. Maybe it was the placement of controls, the plastic like "snooze" button or the casing or finish it had. It just didn't go well with the iTouch.

The JBL on Time Micro also acts as a radio and an alarm clock.

JBL on Air Wireless

JBL on Air Wireless

The JBL on Air Wireless has a very sleek design. Unfortunately, the design compromised its usability. The circular speaker design makes it a bit difficult to attach my iTouch. It only provided little room for me to work with in getting the iTouch into the dock which wasn't very convenient. It also took a bit of time getting used to the controls. It wasn't as easy as doing a trial and error. I would probably have to read the manual to fully understand how to operate this.

Looking into its features, it has a built-in radio and alarm clock. The LCD is also a big improvement as compared to the JBL on Time Micro.

JBL on Tour

JBL on Tour

JBL on Tour is a small, compact, ultra-portable speaker that can deliver 4 hours of playtime in one charge. It's best used for those out of town trips or small gatherings. If your familiar with X-mini, the JBL on Tour actually has the same features but performs better in terms of sound and design (at least for me).

Design wise, it looks really nice. It comes in White Glacier, Black Carbon or Red Dragon designs.

In terms of usability, the 3.5mm headphone jack can be securely hidden inside a rubber lining at the back of the speakers. No longer do you need to organize your wires again.

It also has that same feature with X-mini that could connect multiple speakers through the headphone jack as shown in the top-right photo above.

JBL Jembe

JBL Jembe

Now this is a sweet and simple entertainment speakers. It has a simple design yet usability is just right. There's a white LED power indicator on the front of the speakers as you can see on the photo above. What I do like most is the volume control. You can't see it in the photo but the volume control is located on the top of the speaker with the power LED. It's a disc that has a circular dimple (for grip) which you turn clockwise and counterclockwise to change the volume. To turn it off, you simply needed to turn it counterclockwise until you hear a slight "click" that locks the control.

JBL Duet 2

JBL Duet 2

The JBL Duet 2 would look nice beside your computer or laptop. There's also a JBL Duet 3. Only difference is the technology and size and price of course.

JBL Creature III


JBL Creature III

True to it's name, this speaker really looks like a creature from outer space. It's very cool looking. It comes in black and white design. The “capacitive” touch controls are accessible and easy to use. It delivers big sounds with it's subwoofer and satellite speakers.

JBL Spot


JBL Spot

The JBL Spot reminds me of the white robot in Wall-E. It has a dome shaped subwoofer and satellite speakers that resembles the cartoon character.


JBL Spot

Volume control on the JBL Spot is located on top of one of the speakers. The volume control is sensitive to a light tap of the finger. It was quite responsive when I tried it on their demo. The only issue I had with the volume control is that you don't know the current volume of the speaker is before you play something. For all you know, it might surprise you with a loud sound when you play your media. I wished there was a sound that would indicate what the current volume is similar to when you increase the volume in Apple laptops using the keyboard.

JBL Spyro


JBL Spyro

The JBL Spyro displayed at the event is color fuchsia. Good thing I didn't win this color. It's not the color would emasculate my manhood but because it wouldn't look good in my room. The JBL Spyro is also available in sleek black or simple white.

The design is quite similar to the JBL Spot except for the obvious difference in the satellite speakers.

JBL Spyro Review


I like the minimalist packaging of the JBL Spyro. This is one box you would be proud of carrying around the mall. I just found it a bit inconvenient that there's no handle which meant you had to carry it with both arms.

All the parts and speakers are packaged securely and neatly. Unboxing it was a fun but tiring because of all the excess plastic the speakers and wires had. I sure wish they could try to minimize on wrapping plastic. This goes the same for other electronic companies out there. I know there's a purpose but do you really have to put 2 layers of plastic?



The JBL Spyro has 2 available AC power chords. I'm not sure what the technical terms for these sockets are but I know the big socket with the 3 pins is usually used in HK and Singapore. We usually use the 2 round pins which usually requires an flat pin adapter to plug it into our standard wall socket.



The manual is quite easy to understand. All the instructions that you need are on 1 page with illustration to aid. I had no problem setting this up.



I appreciate the fact that they made the ends of the left and right speakers different to easily identify which wire goes to which hole. But I'm guessing the right wire is a multi-pin wire (not sure what it's called) because it also carries the signal for volume control. I like the how the wires look and feel like ropes that you use in wall climbing.



The back of the subwoofer hold all the holes for the satellite speakers, the AC, the audio line in. It's arrange in such a way that the wires will not overlap with each other. On the middle is a button to power the JBL Spyro and on the rightmost is the control for the subwoofer bass level.

I usually turn off all my electronics at home when not in use so placing the button at the back makes it awkward for me to reach. My solution for this is to face the subwoofer backwards. It looks OK overall except for the fact that the wiring for the right and left satellite speakers has to cross over each other.

Another concern for me is the control for the subwoofer. I don't know about you but I often tweak the control of the subwoofer depending on the media I'm playing. Similar to the power button, it's hard to reach if it's at the back. The knob control also makes it uncomfortable to turn because the left satellite wire near it is blocking it once you turn it halfway.



Similar to the JBL Spot, the volume control is operated by tapping the + and - button found on the front of the satellite speakers. I really had a hard time in getting the volume control respond to my touch. I'm not sure if it uses sensor but I was already using my thumb and sometimes it doesn't respond. My brother tried to play with the volume as well and he had the same feedback. Like I said, I wished there was a sound notification so I know that the speakers is responding to my touch.

Despite the usability problems of the JBL Spyro, the sound it produced was outstanding. The bass provided by the subwoofer was awesome for something that size and the sound was crystal clear even at maximum volume. The JBL Spyro can easily fill up sound in a large room.

Overall, I think JBL really are the best in creating speakers in terms of sound and aesthetics but they really need to think the usability more thoroughly. The JBL Spyro provides great quality sound and should look amazing with your PC/gadgets and room. If you don't mind some of the flaws in usability, you should consider buying this speaker.

For more information, log on to jbl.com or reach Axis Global Center at 27243340 or camille_tan@mailgateways.com or visit them at 20 North Road cor. 3rd Ave. Cubao, Quezon City.

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Win VIP Pass to GRAMMY Awards

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Allied Bank and PNB prepared something special for their loyal cardholders. Swipe and win two (2) all-access VIP passes to the 54th GRAMMY Awards happening February next year. Use your mastercard to make international transactions, including those made with international online merchants. For every $20 or P1,000 equivalent single purchase, you earn one (1) electronic raffle entry. Good news for the newly approved members because they will automatically earn ten (10) bonus electronic raffle entries simply by making one (1) qualified transaction. However, the succeeding transactions shall be entitled to raffle entries based on the mentioned promo parameter. There can only be one (1) winner of a travel package for two (2) to the 54th GRAMMY Awards inclusive of business class round trip airline tickets, occupancy in a five-star hotel, on-the-ground itinerary, personally attend the awards night and the after-party celebration, plus enjoy a farewell reception for you and your buddy.



Promo Requirements:
  • Open to all active principal cardholders of Allied Bank and PNB MasterCard cards, in good credit standing (except for corporate cards)
  • Single purchase spend amounting to $20 or P1,000
Promo Mechanics:
  1. Use your credit card to make international transactions, including those made with international online merchants. Transactions must be within the promo period
  2. Every $20 or P1,000 equivalent single purchase will earn one (1) electronic raffle entry
  3. All newly approved cardholders of Allied Bank and PNB MasterCard cards with at least one qualified transaction within the promo period automatically earns ten (10) bonus electronic raffle entries
  4. Qualified transactions of supplementary cardholders shall be credited to the principal cardholder
  5. Winner will be drawn electronically
  6. Winner and designated travel companion must have valid passports and United States of America Visas
  7. View complete promo mechanics
Promo Period: November 9 - December 31, 2011

Promo Prize:
  • One (1) winner of the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards 2012 travel package for two (2) consisting of:
    • Two (2) business class round trip airline tickets
    • Room for double occupancy in a five (5) star hotel for four (4) nights with breakfast
    • On-the-ground itinerary inclusive of hotel transfers, welcome reception drinks, dress rehearsal, shopping tour on Rodeo Drive plus hair and make-up by a professional team
    • Attend the official 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards and official GRAMMY celebration after-party, guided tour of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles
    • Farewell reception

Upside

  • Experience the 54the Annual GRAMMY Awards 2012
  • The 20% prize tax will be paid by Allied Banking Corporation where applicable
Downside
  • Single receipt purchase of P1,000 to get a raffle entry
  • "All entries remain the sole property of Allied Banking Corporation and MasterCard Asia/Pacific Pte Ltd."
  • Prizes are transferable but not convertible to cash
For more information, log on to alliedbank.com.ph or call 818-9818

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Metrobank McDonald's Treats

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If you enjoyed the previous McDonald's rewards by Metrobank, then you'll definitely want more. With the same spend requirements yet additional goodies to choose from, Metrobank is giving away Mmmore McDonald's treats! For P2,500, get a choice of 1-pc. Chicken McDo with rice, Cheeseburger w/ fries, Monster Coke Mcfloat w/ fries, or Burger McDo Happy Meal. For a higher value spend of P5,000, choose from 2-pc. Chicken McDo with rice, Big Mac, 3-pc. Hotcakes w/ sausage, or Chicken McDo Happy Meal.



Promo Requirements:
  • All Metrobank Peso/Visa Mastercard, PSBank Mastercard, Toyota Mastercard, Robinsons-Cebu Pacific and Go! Mastercard cardholders in good standing
  • Single-receipt transaction of at least P2,500 or P5,000 purchased anywhere
Promo Mechanics:
  1. Present your Mastercard and submit your original charge slip at any McDonald's branch
  2. For the charge slip to be valid:
    • Name and card number on the charge slip must be the same as the name and card number on the Metrobank Peso/Visa Mastercard, PSBank Mastercard, Toyota Mastercard, Robinsons-Cebu Pacific and Go! Mastercard presented
    • The charge amount must be at least P2,500 or P5,000
    • Transaction date of the charge slip must be within the promo period
  3. You can only redeem one (1) McDonald's product per visit
  4. Splitting of single transaction is not allowed
  5. View complete promo mechanics
Promo Period: November 15, 2011 - February 15, 2012 (Redemption until April 15, 2012)

Promo Prize:
  • For one (1) charge slip with a minimum valid spend of P2,500, get one (1) of the ff:
    • McDonald's 1-pc. Chicken McDo with Rice* (a la carte) or
    • McDonald's Cheeseburger and (1) Medium Fries*** or
    • McDonald's Burger McDo Happy Meal*** or
    • McDonald's Monster Coke McFloat and (1) Medium Fries***
  • For one (1) charge slip with a minimum valid spend of P5,000, get one (1) of the ff:
    • McDonald's 2-pc. Chicken McDo with Rice* (a la carte) or
    • McDonald's Big Mac*** (a la carte) or
    • McDonald's1-pc. Chicken McDo Happy Meal *** or
    • McDonald's 3-pc. Hotcakes with Sausage** (a la carte)
* Available all - day
** Available until 10:30 AM only
*** Available after 10:30 AM


Upside

  • You can claim treats until April 15, 2012
Downside
  • Minimum of P2,500 spend requirement
  • Redemption is limited to one (1) product per visit only
For more information, log on to metrobankcard.com

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November 24 Food Promos!

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November 24, 2011 marks Thanksgiving. On that day, Greenwich and Jollibee are offering a one day promo customers are sure to wake up early for. Rush to the store opening of Greenwich Magic Star Mall, Tarlac and make a purchase of a Barkada Thick Ultimate Pizza plus Double Thin Classic Pepperoni Pizza to Win a Pizza for a year. For Davaoeños, visit any Jollibee participating outlets in your place and buy any of your favorite products namely Yum w/ Cheese, Spaghetti, or Jolly Crispy Fries and get one of the same item for FREE. Another deal worth mentioning is the Eastwood Richmonde Hotel buy 1 take 1 buffet. Although not exclusive for 1 day so you don't need to rush yourself.



FREE Pizza For 1 Year
  • Promo Requirements:
    • Fifty (50) first guests on the store opening day of Greenwich Magic Star Mall, Tarlac
    • Purchase of Barkada Thick Ultimate Pizza plus Double Thin Classic Pepperoni Pizza
  • Promo Mechanics:
    1. Rush to Greenwich Magic Star Mall, Tarlac on the promo time and period.
    2. Purchase of Barkada Thick Ultimate Pizza plus Double Thin Classic Pepperoni Pizza to automatically get a Pizza Card
    3. Present the Pizza Card to get the FREE pizza
    4. Valid for dine-in and only at Greenwich Magic Star Mall
    5. Pizza Card is valid for one (1) year from date of issuance transferable but not convertible to cash
    6. The promo is not to be used in conjunction with other promos
    7. View complete promo mechanics
  • Promo Period: November 24, 2011 10AM
  • Promo Prize:
    • FREE Pizza for 1 Year!
For more information, log on to facebook.com/GreenwichPizza


Jollibee Buy 1 Take 1 Promo
  • Promo Mechanics:
      1. Go to any Jollibee participating branches in Davao City on the promo period
        • Bolton
        • Victoria Plaza
        • Magsaysay
        • Matina
        • Gaisano Mall
        • NCCC Mall Times Square
      2. Buy any of your favorite Jollibee products, all inclusive of drinks
        • Yum w/ Cheese - P71
        • Spaghetti - P72
        • Jolly Crispy Fries - P74
      3. View complete promo mechanics
    • Promo Period: November 24, 2011 (one day only)
    • Promo Prize:
      • Buy One, Take One on every food item!
    For more information, log on to foodblogph.com


    Eastwood Richmonde Hotel buy 1 take 1 buffet



    • Promo Mechanics:
      1. Make a reservation (to be sure you get a table)
      2. Visit Eastwood Richmonde Hotel
      3. View complete promo mechanics
      4. NOTES: Regular buffet rate is P1,080 nett. Lunch buffet served daily and dinner buffet from Fri to Sun
    • Promo Period: November 24-30, 2011 Lunch and Dinner
    • Promo Prize:
      • Buy One, Take One for lunch and dinner buffet
    For more information, log on to Eastwood Richmonde Hotel Facebook page

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    McDo's Fifty Thou Araw-Araw

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    McDonald's is generously giving away thousands of cash prize everyday in their Fifty Thousand Araw-Araw promo. Just by ordering one (1) Extra Value Meal with any Coke product, you will earn one (1) raffle entry which will be your ticket in winning P50,000 cash. Order as many Extra Value Meals as you can per transaction to gain more raffle entries. Rush now to any McDonald's outlet near you. Seems McDo is trying to compete with the ongoing Visa-Jollibee Online Promo. Now what do I choose?



    Promo Requirement:
    • Extra Value Meal with any Coke product via McDelivery
    Promo Mechanics:
    1. Order one (1) Extra Value Meal with any Coke product through McDelivery website to qualify for a raffle entry
      • Big Mac Meal
      • 1-pc. Chicken McDo w/ Rice Meal
      • Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese Meal
      • 2-pc. Chicken McDo w/ Rice Meal
      • Double Cheeseburger Meal
      • 1-pc. Chicken w/ Spaghetti Meal
      • Filet-O-Fish Meal
      • 6-pc. McNuggets w/ Rice Meal
      • McChicken Sandwich Meal
      • 6-pc. McNuggets w/ Fries Meal
      • Cheeseburger Meal
      • 1-pc. Chicken McDo w/ Fries Meal
      • Burger McDo Meal
      • 2-pc. Chicken McDo w/ Fries Meal
    2. Extra Value Meal should come with any regular (12oz), medium (16oz) or large (20oz) size:
      • Coke, Coke Light, Coke Zero or Sprite
      • Nestea Iced Tea
      • Eight O'Clock Orange Juice
      • Coke McFloat
    3. One Extra Value Meal with Coke product is equivalent to one (1) raffle entry
    4. You can order as many Extra Value Meals as you can per transaction to earn more raffle entries
    5. There will be one (1) winner per day
    6. Promo does not include Breakfast Meals orders between 3:50AM and 10:20AM, McSaver Meals (Crispy Chicken Fillet Meal, Crispy Chicken Sandwich Meal, McSpaghetti Meal), or Extra Value Meal with Pineapple Juice as drink
    7. View complete promo mechanics
    Promo Period: November 16 - December 15, 2011

    Promo Prize: 30 winners of P50,000 cash. 1 winner per day for 30 days.


    Upside
    • Big cash prize!
    • Multiple entries allowed
    Downside
    • Prizes are non-transferable
    • Applicable withholding taxes will be shouldered by Golden Arches Development Corporation
    For more information, log on to mcdelivery.com.ph or facebook.com/mcdo.ph

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    EastWest Bank Holiday Treats

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    Enjoy the upcoming holiday season with EastWest bank's Instant Holiday Treats. Make a single-spend or accumulated-spend transaction amounting to P3,000 using your credit card and get Rustan's GC plus FREE food items like Shrimp Arrabiata from Burgoo, Spaghetti Sicily from Eat and Go, Spaghetti w/ Meatballs from Gumbo, Pork Teppan from Kimono Ken, and choices of Regular Burrito or Mexicali Rice Pizza from Mexicali. Another great way to enjoy shopping and spending!



    Promo Requirements:
    • Open to all EastWest Bank Credit Card cardholders in good credit standing
    • Single-receipt or accumulated-receipt purchase of P3,000 (minimum of at least P1,000 per charge slip for accumulated-receipt) spent at any merchant
    Promo Mechanics:
    1. Present your credit card and surrender your original charge slip to the authorized personnel of the participating merchant outlet
      • Rustan's
      • Burgoo
      • Eat and Go
      • Gumbo
      • Kimono Ken
      • Mexicali (Bel-Air Makati, Promenade Greenhills, RCBC Plaza Makati, Robinson's Manila Midtown, SM Megamall and The Link Makati)
    2. For the charge slip to be valid
      • Credit card details in the charge slip/s must match with the EastWest Bank Credit Card presented, that includes the name and number of the cardholder
      • Single-receipt or accumulated-receipt transaction of P3,000 (Minimum account of P1,000 per charge slip for accummulated-receipt)
      • Transaction date of the charge slip must be within the promo period
    3. Only one (1) redemption will be allowed for each qualified P3,000 minimum spend requirement.
    4. The original credit card charge slip/s may only be used once and should be surrendered upon redemption
    5. The FREE Instant Treats cannot be exchanged for cash or products other than the offers indicated
    6. View complete promo mechanics
    Promo Period: October 1 - December 31, 2011 (redemption is until February 29, 2012)

    Promo Prize:
    • Rustan's - P100 Gift Certificate
    • Burgoo - Shrimp Arrabiata
    • Eat and Go - Spaghetti Sicily
    • Gumbo - Spaghetti with Meatballs
    • Kimono Ken - Pork Teppan
    • Mexicali - Choice of Regular Burrito or Mexicali Rice Pizza

    Upside

    • Accumulated-receipt purchase allowed
    • You can claim treats until February 29, 2012
    Downside
    • Only one (1) redemption is allowed for each qualified P3,000 minimum spend requirement
    For more information, log on to eastwestbanker.com

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    Thanksgiving Dinner and Sales

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    It's not in our culture to celebrate a longstanding American tradition - Thanksgiving. However, if you think about what it means to celebrate it, it might actually bring something good not only to the table, but to family and friends as well. A few days ago, Mel and I was invited to the United States Potato Board (USPB) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for a special Thanksgiving dinner. This was their way of saying thanks for the continued support of the media. All the same, I'd like to take this opportunity, to thank you, my readers, for the continued support of this blog.

    Thanksgiving falls on November 24. In the US, Thanksgiving marks the time of Black Friday sales/deals, the biggest discount offering of the year across different products. Although we don't have real Black Friday sales/deals here in the Philippines. I gathered some local sales by SM (Thanksgiving sale on Nov 24), Black Friday Sale Event (Nov 25-27) and Winter Wonderland Pre-Christmas Bazaar (Nov 25-27). Read more at the end of the post.

    UPDATE: Added 2 more deals. Big Garments Sale at Meycauayan and Eastwood Richmonde Hotel buy 1 take 1 buffet.




    Thanksgiving Dinner

    We had our dinner at Restaurant 9501 inside the ABS-CBN building ELJ Communication Center. It was my first time to go inside that building. We didn't see any local celebrities though on our way up to the restaurant.

    Our timing was perfect. Chef Myrna Segismundo was just talking about how she whipped up original and off-the-menu recipes using US Frozen Potatoes. All from appetizer to the dessert! It's like being in Iron Chef haha.





    While waiting for the 1st dish to arrive, we munched on some homemade potato bread with a choice of tomato jam or Adobo pate. The potato bread was a quite heavy so we only took a couple of slices. Not sure how they infused the potato into the bread but it gives it a hint of that potato flavor. The tomato jam was just superb. I liked how it tasted like regular jam but with tomato chunks. The Adobo pate wasn't bad as well. This seemed like a good start to dinner


    Homemade Potato Bread
    (Tomato Jam, Adobo Pate)


    Our first dish was the Seared Scallop, Straight Cut Potato and Waldorf Salad. The Scallop was perfectly cooked and the sauce and dressing complimented it nicely.


    Seared Scallops, Straight Cut Potatoes
    (Apple Waldorf Salad, Basil Oil)

    Our next dish was a divine Truffled Mashed Potato and Porcini Mushroom Froth. It had mushroom bits underneath that gave the soup texture with every bite. We used a small teaspoon to drink from it. It was nice because each and every sip made the next one better.


    Truffled Mashed Potatoes
    (Porcini Mushroom Froth)


    Before we were served the main course, we were offered a glass of wine. I got myself a white wine. It was poured into this nice wineglass that had etching of the restaurant.



    Finally, the bird has arrived. The Roast U.S. Tom Turkey is accompanied by Candied Spuddies splashed with Giblet Gravy. Turkey isn't as flavorful as chicken because it's more lean so you need to add a lot of flavors to make the dish extraordinary. This turkey really made a mark on my palette. I finished the whole plate clean. The candied potatoes was remarkable.


    Roast U.S. Tom Turkey
    (Bread and Nut Stuffing, Minted Orange-Cranberry Relish, Creamed Spinach, Candied Crinkle-cut Potatoes, Giblet Gravy)


    To cap the evening, we were served the dessert. A Mashed Potato Crepes and Vodka Sabayon. I wonder how potato was infused with the crepe.


    Poached Pears & Grapes
    (Mashed Potato Crepes & Vodka Sabayon)

    The culinary possibilities of US Potatoes are endless. The USPB has always believed in the work and talent of Filipinos in the food industry and has pursued in its commitment to nourish their creative spirit by providing various opportunities for chefs, caterers, and restaurant owners to explore the versatility of US Frozen Potato products.

    For more details about US Frozen Potatoes or any of the USPB programs, please visit http://www.potatoesusa.com or call Ms. Reji Retugal-Onal at 534.8534 / 534.8223.

    Thanksgiving Sales



    WHAT: SM Thanksgiving Sale
    WHEN: November 24, 2011
    STORES: SM Department Store
    Watsons
    SM Appliance
    Ace Hardware
    Toy Kingdom
    Our Home
    Kultura
    Baby Company
    Surplus shop
    Forever 21
    Pet express


    WHAT: Black Friday Sale Manila 2011
    WHEN: November 25-27, 2011; 10AM - 11PM
    WHERE: Megatent, Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center Pasig
    NOTES: FREE entrance


    WHAT: Winter Wonderland Pre-Christmas Bazaar
    WHEN: November 25-27, 2011; 10AM - 9PM
    WHERE: Corinthian Gardens village, QC




    WHAT: Big Garments Sale
    WHEN: November 26-27, 2011; 8AM - 6PM
    WHERE: Block 4 Lot 3 Acefree St. Sterling Industrial Park, Iba,
    Meycauayan, Bulacan
    Directions: Take NLEX
    Exit at Meycauayan
    Turn left at Exit Rotunda towards Iba
    Turn right into Sterling Industrial Park
    Ask the guard for the directions to Acefree Street
    The gate is color GREEN




    WHAT:
    Eastwood Richmonde Hotel buy 1 take 1 buffet
    WHEN: November 24-30, 2011; Lunch and Dinner
    WHERE: Eastwood Richmonde Hotel,
    17 Orchard Road, Eastwood City
    NOTES: Regular buffet rate is P1,080 nett
    Lunch buffet served daily and dinner buffet from Fri to Sun

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    Cheese Steak Shop Buy 1 Get 1

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    UPDATE: Promo extended until Nov 27, 2011. Thanks to commentor Julie for informing us of the extension.

    Anybody up for a Cheese steak sandwich? The Cheese Steak Shop is having it's grand opening today. To celebrate, they are offering a buy 1 get 1 promo on all their 7 inch sandwiches (about P280 - P320 depending on variant) from today, November 22-24, 2011. They are located at G/F The E-Hotel Makati, 906 A. Arnaiz St. (formerly Pasay Road), San Lorenzo Village, Makati City. You can check more about the food and the place here at my friend Abet's blog foodalphabet.blogspot.com. I just love cheese steak sandwiches. I hope I can drop by to try them out.



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    Bigoli Party Packages (Win GC)

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    Organizing a Christmas party for your office, friends or relatives? Ristorante Bigoli came up with Holiday Packages ideal for groups and companies. Ristorante Bigoli is an Italian restaurant that brings together two of the most popular dining concepts- the Italian Family Restaurant and Quick Service in a casual setting. Bigoli currently has 3 branches located at Trinoma, SM North Edsa Annex and the recently opened flagship store at Eastwood City Walk. I blogged about my experience at Bigoli a few months back.

    Help spread the Bigoli holiday Christmas cheer and packages and Win some GCs! Read on to find out how



    You may choose to hold your party at Bigoli or order out, Bigoli can cater to your every need and budget.

    For the Holiday packages, they have Santa's set plates which includes a variety of combination of pizza, chicken, fish, pasta and rice plus a single-serve drink. This is probably best if you plan to distribute food evenly for all people. The Santa's set plates are available for a minimum of 20 orders only.

    However, if you want people to share which I think really brings out the Christmas cheer out of everyone, you can go ahead and order the Party Platters good for 8-10 people. There's chicken, pasta, and stromboli.

    If you want to customize your order depending on your needs, you may also call Bigoli and they would be more than happy to arrange it for you at the best price possible. Discounts might even be given for orders P10,000 and above.

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    And here is how you can Win some Bigoli pizza pasta GCs good for 1 pepperoni pizza and spaghetti bolognese combo


    Promo Mechanics:


    1. Complete the steps above (Please ignore the terms and conditions of Punchtab indicating it's only open to US)
    2. Winners will be informed on Facebook and will also be announced here (make sure you allow non-friends to send you a personal message on Facebook)
    3. Winners can pickup and claim GC at any Bigoli branch (Eastwood, Trinoma, North Edsa)
    Promo Period: November 21 - 30, 2011

    Promo Prize:
    • Grand Prize - 1 winner of 6 pcs. of Bigoli pizza pasta combo GC (worth P130 each)
    • 2nd prize: 1 winner of 4 pcs of Bigoli pizza pasta combo GC (worth P130 each)
    For more information, orders and reservations, log on to Facebook.com/RistoranteBigoli or call 3559624

    WINNER UPDATE
    Congratulations to the winners. The first place goes to Clara Reyes. The 2nd place goes to Shaz Gepana. Please check your email for information on how to claim your GCs



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