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UCC Acquires Allegro Beverage, Fosters Sustainability in Coffee Industry

UCC Holdings Japan Acquires Majority Shares of Allegro Beverage Corporation, Fostering Sustainability and Growth in the Philippine Coffee Industry


Manila, Philippines – Ueshima Coffee Co., Ltd. (UCC) Holdings Japan, a global integrated coffee business, has unveiled a state-of-the-art showroom and headquarters for Allegro Beverage Corporation in Mandaluyong City. Allegro Beverage, one of the country’s largest importers and distributors of coffee machines, joined the UCC family in 2017.

According to Hubert Young, President and Chief Executive Officer of UCC Philippines, the addition of Allegro Beverage to the renowned UCC Group complements their business as they operate across the entire coffee value chain – from farm to cup.

“At UCC, we strive to create better lives for all through coffee,” said Young. He emphasized that the UCC Group is committed to driving positive change in the coffee industry, and this acquisition aligns with their vision to promote sustainable practices and support coffee communities worldwide. He further stated that UCC is dedicated to transitioning to 100% sustainably sourced coffee for all UCC brands by 2030.

According to Young, having Allegro Beverage as one of their business units will address the needs of the coffee community. “By collaborating with partners and leveraging on our business units, including Allegro Beverage, UCC aims to create a positive impact on individuals, society, and the environment,” he said.

The new Allegro Beverage showroom showcases premier coffee machine brands distributed nationwide, such as Nuova Simonelli and Victoria Arduino from Italy, Crem from Sweden, FRANKE Coffee Systems from Switzerland, Mahlkönig from Germany, among many others.

Additionally, the facility houses a service center for coffee machine maintenance.

Allegro Beverage products also include sauces, syrups, teas, oat milk, and top-of-the-line coffee roasted by UCC.

The company’s corporate clientele, which includes leading hotels, franchise chains, culinary and educational institutions, restaurants, and cafes, will now have access to an expanded range of coffee solutions and innovations.

“This year marks the 24th year of Allegro in the coffee industry. With all the changes, the addition of our new and beautiful showroom and service center, and of course, our new branding, the Allegro family is truly ready to be your partner in brewing new opportunities,” said Yasmin A. Vasquez, chief executive officer of Allegro Beverage.



She also revealed their plans to open a branch in Albay in October and another in Palawan. “These will be through our dealers, who will have their own brands but will carry all Allegro products,” she added.

Currently, Allegro Beverage has branches in Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, and Pampanga, as well as dealerships in Bohol, Cavite, Laguna, Pangasinan, Quezon Province, and Iloilo.

A jolly camp experience awaits kids with the new JolliKids Fun Camp!

Kids can now build memories and create new experiences with everyone’s favorite friend – Jollibee – with the JolliKids Fun Camp, which kicked off recently at the fast-food chain’s BGC Triangle Drive branch.

The JolliKids Fun Camp allows kids aged 5 to 12 to experience the joy of what it’s like to be part of the Jollibee store team as they go through a half-day program filled with fun, engaging, and educational activities. They can participate as mini managers and team up with the grown-up crew to experience, create, and serve customers’ classic langhap-sarap favorites.

Kids who were present at the kickoff joined the Jollibee crew in a variety of activities, such as assisting the crew in serving the customers, assembling Jollibee meals, and greeting on-the-go customers at the drive-thru window. Participants were also taught how to prepare two of Jollibee’s well-loved menu items, the Jolly Spaghetti and the Yumburger.

The JolliKids Fun Camp will officially launch in select Jollibee branches on July 29, 2023, and run until September 30, 2023. For only PHP 400, kids can get the quintessential Jollibee crew experience with activity materials, meals, a certificate, and more freebies. For an additional P250, kids can also have their own Mini Managers uniform to make the experience more memorable.

Ready for your kids to have the JolliKids Fun Camp experience? Head to select Jollibee stores starting July 29 to apply and join. To see the list of participating stores, visit this link: www.jollibee.com.ph/JollikidsFunCamp.

For more info and updates, visit Jollibee.com.ph, follow Jollibee on Facebook at facebook.com/JollibeePhilippines, and on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok at @Jollibee.

Mang Inasal is PHL’s most endeared grilled chicken restaurant

Customers have ranked Mang Inasal among the top three restaurants in the country — the only one in the grilled chicken category. This is according to recent surveys conducted by PUBLiCUS Asia and the RP-Mission and Development (RPMD) Foundation Inc. 
 
Mang Inasal is the second most endeared fast food and restaurant chain in the Philippines, as revealed in PUBLiCUS Asia’s recent PAHAYAG survey. Mang Inasal garnered an endearment score of 31%, next to Jollibee.
 
Meanwhile, Mang Inasal placed third in a comprehensive nationwide survey conducted by RPMD. Mang Inasal got a 63% rating next to Jollibee and another restaurant brand.
 
“Being the only grilled chicken restaurant in these lists is a huge honor for Mang Inasal especially because they were from our customers themselves,” said Mang Inasal business unit head Mike V. Castro. “Recognitions like this make the celebration of our 20th anniversary this year even more memorable as they validate Mang Inasal’s commitment to deliver Ihaw-Sarap meals and Unli-Saya experience to everyone who visit our stores or those who support us through delivery.”
 
The PUBLiCUS PAHAYAG is an independent and non-commissioned survey held from June 7 to 12, 2023. It sought to gauge the emotional connection and affinity of 1,500 Filipino consumers towards various Filipino brands in the market.

Meanwhile, the RPMD survey, conducted from June 25 to July 5, 2023, asked 10,000 respondents to identify their favorites based on attributes that included brand preference, visitation frequency, food and service quality, as well as value for money.
 
Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!
 

McDonald’s encourages kids to learn new skills, find new friends, and gain new knowledge as it brings back the Kiddie Crew Workshop

McDonald’s Kiddie Crew is making a comeback this year with the exciting Kiddie Crew Happy Voyagers Workshop, which will reintroduce children to the joys of in-person activities.

McDonald’s is thrilled to announce that Kiddie Crew Workshop is back to provide new experiences and re-acquaint kids with the wonders of face to face activities. After a three-year hiatus, McDonald’s is excited to reintroduce this cherished program, delighting kids with interactive activities and unforgettable adventures.

The love and trusted Kiddie Crew Workshop has long been a source of joy for children since 1991, providing kids aged 6-12 with a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun in a vibrant and engaging environment. This year, the Kiddie Crew Workshop embraces the “Happy Voyagers” theme, inviting young participants to embark on a thrilling journey of discovery where kids will get to explore different aspects of the McDonald’s experience, from food preparation like making their all-time-favorite McDonald’s Cheeseburger, to serving delighted customers from behind the Front Counter or the Drive-Thru window, learning about teamwork, and more.

The Kiddie Crew Workshop will run from July 31 to September 1, offering a comprehensive five-day program with each day lasting for 2 hours of fun-filled learning activities for only P895 inclusive of a Kiddie Crew uniform and workshop meals.

So what are you waiting for? Send off your little ones to a happy voyage with the Kiddie Crew Workshop! Registration is ongoing until August 18 at a McDonald’s participating store near you. For the list of participating stores, visit bit.ly/McDoKiddieCrew2023.

You’ll never look at rice bowls the same way again with the new Taco Rice Bowl from Taco Bell
You’ll never look at rice bowls the same way again with the new Taco Rice Bowl from Taco Bell

Have you ever been so hungry you could eat a whole bowl of rice—even the bowl itself? Well, now you can, because Taco Bell has created a new rice dish that lets you do just that!
You’ll never look at rice bowls the same way again with the new Taco Rice Bowl, the latest innovation from Taco Bell! Experience the Tex-Mex flavors that you know and love in a new way, available in two irresistible options!
First up is the new Taco Beef Rice Bowl, made with Mexican rice, cooked and seasoned to perfection, that is topped with several dollops of equally flavorful ground beef, and then garnished with shredded fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a special sauce, all contained in a bowl-shaped taco wrap that you can also eat!
There’s also the new Taco BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl, made with perfectly cooked and seasoned Mexican rice that is made even more delectable with a generous fixing of chicken chunks, garnished with shredded fresh lettuce and diced tomatoes, and then finished with a drizzle of barbeque sauce, all contained in an edible taco wrap bowl!
The Taco Beef Rice Bowl and Taco BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl are priced at P209 each a la carte, but you can also go for a full meal with a 12-oz serving of ice-cold and fizzy soda for an additional P20. The Taco Beef Rice Bowl and Taco BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl are available exclusively for dine-in in all Taco Bell branches nationwide starting July 19, 2023.
Enjoy this new innovation together with your other favorites from Taco Bell by visiting a branch near you! You can find a list of operational branches at www.tacobell.com.ph/locations.
Don’t miss the latest updates, offers, and deals from Taco Bell by following and giving the brand a like on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

Healthy Diet, Gawing Affordable For All

Ajinomoto shares four delicious, nutritious and affordable
Mag-Pinggang Pinoy® Tayo! recipes

Moms and homecooks faced day-to-day meal preparation ordeal from thinking of recipe ideas and juggling it with food budget while worrying about proper nutrition for the family.

July is National Nutrition Month. For this year’s theme Healthy Diet, Gawing Affordable for All Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) Group shares four well-balanced recipes that Moms and homecooks can try. These are easy to prepare, affordable, delicious, and nutritious recipes that are part of APC’s Mag-Pinggang Pinoy® Tayo! (MPPT) program that promotes the practice of preparing and serving delicious balanced meals with the right amount of Go, Grow, and Glow food.

Cheesy Folded Omelette
This is the perfect breakfast or baon with meaty ginisarap delicious by AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning. Cheese is rich in Calcium that is important for proper growth of children. A slice of fruit and a glass of milk are best to complete this meal. For full recipe, click Cheesy Folded Omelette

Mixed Pork and Veggies
A balanced, varied, and moderate amount of Go, Grow, and Glow food in every meal is key to achieving optimal nutrition. Cabbage is rich in Vitamin C that helps in the fast healing of wounds. This easy to prepare yet nutritious stir-fry dish made tastier with SARSAYA® Oyster Sauce. For full recipe, click Mixed Pork and Veggies





Healthy Patty
Kids need to have Grow foods in their meals for them to have a healthier body. However, it is a challenge to make them eat their veggies. This is the perfect dish to make picky-eater eat vegetables made delicious with AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning. Malunggay leaves are rich in many important nutrients, inlcuding protein, Vitamin B6, Riboflavin and Iron. For full recipe, click Healthy Patty

Chicken Pochero
Enjoy this one pot dish that is complete with meat and vegetables made savory with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. Chicken is a rich source of protein that functions to help form and repair muscles in the body. It also has Vitamin B12 that is important for red blood cell formation and anemia prevention. For full recipe, click Chicken Pochero

“Serving delicious and nutritious food to our families doesn’t need to be heavy on the pocket. We, at Ajinomoto, understand the struggles that homemakers face nowadays. As nutrition ally, we develop and share thoughtful recipes that take into consideration the health and budget of the family,” shares APC Manager for Nutrition Advancement of Public Relations Deborah Fajarda. “We aim to provide solution and equip homemakers with knowledge on preparing affordable, delicious and well-balanced meals for their family.”

For more delicious and healthy recipes, visit Ajinomoto’s Cookmunity website at cookmunitybyajinomoto.com.

To get information about the MPPT program please check ajinomoto.com.ph

Shakey’s brings a whole new chicken experience with their
NEW Tender Crrrunch Chicken Fingers!

Filipinos love the classic bone-in fried chicken. While the usual bone-in fried chicken has become a comfortable go-to for ordering or dining in, Shakey’s is here to level up the fried chicken game with a whole new chicken experience!

Introducing: Shakey’s NEW Tender Crrrunch Chicken Fingers! Shakey’s Tender Crrrunch Chicken Fingers are crunchy and mouthwatering on the outside, and deliciously juicy and tender on the inside.

These chicken fingers are made from real, lean, chicken tenderloins and are hand-battered with uniquely seasoned breading and then fried to golden perfection. Every piece is packed with all the goodness of fried chicken in one solid crunchy bite.

And because these chicken fingers are boneless, they’re great to eat on the go, whether for snacking or paired with your favorite Shakey’s pizza! No bones, no fuss! To complete the experience, Shakey’s serves their Tender Crrrunch Chicken Fingers with a vegan BBQ dipping sauce.

Shakey’s Tender Crrrunch Chicken Fingers comes in 6 pcs. at P249 and 10 pcs. at P399. Starting July 18, 2023, you can enjoy this offering in all Shakey’s stores nationwide. Available in dine in, carryout, and delivery through the Shakey’s Super App, Hotline, and website!

To know more, follow @shakeysph on Instagram and Shakey’s Philippines on Facebook.

Dylan Patisserie Takes Center Stage on World Chocolate Day with Luxurious Chocolate Treats

Manila, Philippines – July 6, 2023 – As the world comes together to celebrate the tantalizing allure of World Chocolate Day on July 7th, Dylan Patisserie, the renowned premium patisserie in Manila, is set to elevate the occasion with a mesmerizing showcase of their exquisite chocolate creations.

Indulge your senses as Dylan Patisserie takes you on an extraordinary journey into the realm of chocolate. From velvety smooth French pastries to luscious cakes, their unrivaled selection of chocolate delicacies will transport you to a state of pure bliss.

Renowned for their commitment to crafting exceptional delicacies, Dylan Patisserie sources only the finest, ethically-sourced Belgian chocolates. With meticulous attention to detail and a passion for perfection, their team of master chocolatiers has created a range of delectable treats that embody luxury and indulgence.

“We are thrilled to invite chocolate enthusiasts and dessert lovers to celebrate World Chocolate Day with us,” said founder Mr. Dylan De Silva. “Our chocolates are a labor of love, handcrafted with the finest ingredients, and we are excited to share the magic of our creations with the world.”

Join Dylan Patisserie in this celebration of the true essence of chocolate and be captivated by the extraordinary flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds in awe.

Weekend Hot Pot with KBBQ at F1 Hotel Manila

Weekend or not, the best time of your day should be in a place you choose to be! F1 Hotel Manila invites you to make your eating time worth the trip!

F1 Hotel Manila indulges you to savor an eat-all-you-can Hot Pot with an array of fresh ingredients of your choosing! And what’s more, this comes with unlimited KBBQ conveniently cooked for you by our chef! Available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM until August. Get the limited time only online exclusive offer of 30% discount when vouchers are purchased at https://hotdeals.f1hotelmanila.com/

The Canary also offers a variety of cocktails and refreshments for you to enjoy while you unwind your stresses in the heart of the city! K-ocktails and Unlimited Soju Shots are a must-try when making the best of your time relaxing at F1 Hotel Manila.

F1 Hotel Manila offers you the best city experience you can find within the heart of Bonifacio Global City. Don’t miss out in creating happy experiences! For inquiries and reservations, please call 8928-9888 or visit www.f1hotelmanila.com.

Fiesta Combo treats await dads at Mang Inasal

Mang Inasal, the country’s Grill Expert, celebrates Father’s Day with Fiesta Combos perfect to be shared with the whole family.

“Feast for Daddy” promo will run from June 12 to 18 at all Mang Inasal stores nationwide and will be available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery.

With the promo, customers can enjoy Mang Inasal Fiesta Combos with bilaos of Ihaw-Sarap favorites plus other treats. The Buddy Fiesta Combo is fit for a family with two to three members as it will be served with Buddy Fiesta plus three drinks and two Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Add-On. Meanwhile, the Family Fiesta Combo is great for a family with four to six members because it is composed of Family Fiesta plus six drinks and four Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Add-On.

“We look forward to see families gather at their favorite Mang Inasal stores this Father’s Day while enjoying their special Fiesta Combos,” said Mang Inasal Business Unit head Mike V. Castro. “And since the promo can also be availed of via take-out and delivery, for sure our customers will get this deal to make their dads happy whether they celebrate at home or outdoors.”

Apart from the Fiesta Combos, Father’s Day can also be made more special with the recently launched Mang Inasal Palabok Fiesta Size that is perfect for groups of 10 people. Price starts at ₱569.

Celebrate Father’s Day with Mang Inasal via dine-in, takeout, and delivery! Place orders now via the Mang Inasal Delivery App or through https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph/.

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!