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NCCC Opens 8th Choice Mart Store in Bajada

Written by louiseinthehouse on October 16, 2015

Choice Mart by NCCC further expands its reach to loyal patrons with the opening of its 8th branch in Bajada (also known as J.P. Laurel Avenue) across Victoria Plaza mall on October 17. Choice Mart opens its doors daily from 9am-10pm, serving residents of Dona Vicenta Village, Obrero and the nearby areas. It will also provide convenience to professionals who work at Landco Building and Pryce Tower nearby. Those that are pressed for time may opt to have their groceries delivered at their doorstep through Grocer-ring. Choice Mart, a smaller format of NCCC Supermarket, is the by-word when it comes to the day-to-day consumer needs. Aside from grocery items and fresh produce, it also offers, bills payment, mobile load credits, and food selections such as Waffle Time, Adajar’s Fruitshake and Pizza Pedricos. Over the counter medicines and prescription drugs are available in HB1 Pharmacy. Former City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio is expected to lead the opening ceremonies at 9am followed by […]

SKY Offers FREE SKY CHANNELS

Written by louiseinthehouse on October 8, 2015

Good news to all SKY digital postpaid subscribers! Sky continues to give back as it celebrates 25 years this year by opening all its channels again for this month from October 9 to 18. There are over 190 channels for your viewing pleasure including premium channels such as NBA Premium TV, Fox Movies Premium, Disney Jr., BeIn Sports 1 2 and 3, HGTV, AXN HD, and all HBO channels. With the FREE SKY CHANNELS promo, SKYcable further highlights: 1. Unbeatable Channel Line-up: Subscribers can enjoy over 190 channels for the entire family 2. Ability to add channels and packs that you like: Subscribers can choose and add channels and packs that they like. Subscribers don’t have to choose between plans and sacrifice on missing out channels that they like. SKY subscribers can just add that special channel or pack – they can call on the hotline or activate channels easily online. […]

Samsung Happy Home takes Filipinos’ lifestyle to another level

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 15, 2015

We all want to level up our lifestyles. Better jobs, house, gadgets and appliances, education.. anything. We always want a step higher than what we currently have. Samsung hears us well in this area as it continues to create one’s dream home. It comes from the basic idea that families want to be able to comfortably lounge around at home, enjoying life’s simple pleasures such as watching TV, munching on comfort food, or listening to good music with family and friends. These memorable moments will be made much better with Samsung Consumer Electronics, which makes their new home a luxurious haven for entertainment, fun, and relaxation. This family experience was showcased during Samsung Happy Home roadshow in Davao featuring Samsung’s range of new products, including Television, Home Entertainment Solutions, and Digital Appliances. I was one of the bloggers who were invited to said event which kicked off last September 10 at the Abreeza Mall. Samsung […]

Buying Your Skin Care Products Online

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 7, 2015

In the Philippines where we experience summer almost all year round, it is very essential to moisturize our skin every so often to keep it hydrated and supple. I’ve even heard someone say never to scrimp on lotion and moisturizers because our skin need nourishment and can get thirsty too! And our lips are no exception to this. Recently, there is a buzz in the skin and beauty circle on how this spherical-shaped lip balm called EOS become an instant staple in every girl’s cosmetic kit. On top of the attractively colorful and dainty round packaging, many girls would swear by its very effective moisturizing properties and sweet, summery fragrance. As a girl who isn’t spared from the same problem of having dry lips, this EOS lip balm phenomenon intrigued me, so I researched it on the Internet. Google did its job by answering all my questions about this skin care product. […]

The Search for The Happiest Pinoy 2015 Top 10 Finalists

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 24, 2015

The Search for the Happiest Pinoy has almost come to its final stage now that the top 10 finalists are revealed. Celebrating the values of optimism, resilience and hope among Filipinos, the competition aims to find a Filipino who has a positive outlook in life, was able to rise above life’s challenges and had a positive impact in the lives of others. Of the more than 280,000 entries reviewed through judging sessions and deliberations,ten were identified to be the most compelling. From these finalists, one will emerge as the grand winner of the Search which will be announced during the awards night on September 10, 2015 at the Solaire Resorts and Casino. A P1 million cash prize, tax-free, awaits the Search for the Happiest Pinoy 2014 grand winner which can be anyone of these: Johnny Medrano of Batangas has been deprived of walking since he was young but this did not […]

SKYcable’s TAKE a SELFIE at the Kadayawan Festival Instagram Promo

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 21, 2015

But first let me take a selfie! It’s the Kadayawan Festival week in Davao City, and SKYcable has something special for its valued subscribers, the TAKE a SELFIE at the Kadayawan Festival Instagram Promo. This contest runs from August 20 – August 23, where ten (10) winners will be chosen to win a prize . To join, here are the mechanics : – Must be a SKYcable subscriber ; and he or she must follow the SKYcable Instagram account @skycableph – Must be at the Kadayawan Festival – Take a selfie, caption a photo “My selfie moment with *Tag (3) friends* with the hashtag #KadayawanOnSKY – Instagram account must be public – – Ten (10) winners will receive a prize from SKYcable. The winners will be announced on August 24. For the latest updates & inquiries check out their official homepage at: www.mysky.com.ph; and their social media accounts: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MySKYCable TWITTER: @SKYserves INSTAGRAM: @skycableph

Kadayawan sa Dabaw 2015 Airs Live Only on SKY Free View

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 15, 2015

Let all things joyful and glorious burst in full color in Davao City’s Kadayawan 2015 Festival this month! Celebrating cultural treasures, bountiful harvests, and the serenity of life, the Kadayawan Festival highlights the heritage of Mindanao’s indigenous peoples and its migrant settlers. From the 17th to the 23rd of August 2015, dances and live performances fill Davao’s streets as everyone indulges in the happiest week in one of Mindanao’s grandest cities. Rooted in the age-old ritual of offering thanksgiving to the ancient Gods, especially “Manama” The Supreme Being, this vibrant feast highlights the plentiful fruits, flowers, vegetables, and grains that are seen as blessings from the divine. This spirit and practice of giving thanks, known collectively as “pahinungod”, is what breathes life to the Kadayawan Festival to this day. This year’s celebration can be called the very pinnacle of all festivals in the country. Starting-off with an ecumenical ceremony to give […]

Northpoint Davao: Sturdy and Trendy

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 28, 2015

When choosing a condominium community, a savvy homebuyer will do quite a bit of homework—from developer reputation, to location, to facilities and amenities. However, it pays to look into one more detail that is equally important: the type of land the structure is built on. With several condominium projects currently being constructed and more yet to be built in Davao City, there are many options for homebuyers. But beyond the beautiful landscape, deluxe amenities, and strategic location, which one stands on stable ground? Vista Residences’ landmark condominium development, Northpoint, is built on solid bedrock. This British colonial themed condominium community gives its homeowners the assurance that their condo home is securely built on solid ground. Northpoint currently has three buildings and two more towers, Liverpool and the recently launched 10-storey Bradford will soon rise on this elevated land at the junction of Buhangin Road and JP Laurel Avenue, Bajada. The […]

Nippon Paint Launches Young Designer Award 2015

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 10, 2015

Nippon Paint, Asia’s popular coatings manufacturer brings its regional design competition to the bustling metropolis Davao City with the launch of the Nippon Paint Young Designer Award (NPYDA) 2015. This year, architecture and interior design students from Davao who will join the competition will work with the theme “Design with Heart: For a Sustainable Future: With People in Mind”. “We are very excited to tap young talents from the beautiful region of Mindanao. We’re also looking forward to see entries that could reflect your diverse, and culturally rich community,” Ms. Gladys Goh, Group General Manager, Nippon Paint Malaysia Group, said. “This year, we are pleased to once again invite Davaoeño architecture and interior design students to NPYDA which, over the years, has grown in stature as more and more industry partners, associations and developers join hands to constantly elevate the competition in terms of selection criteria as well as exchange of knowledge. Every year, NPYDA lines up judges comprising of reputable professionals and industry […]

SKY Subscribers Enjoy 190 More Channels As 25th Year Anniversary Offer

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 30, 2015

Fans of great TV entertainment have more reasons to celebrate this July 2015. SKYcable and Destiny Cable digital subscribers will enjoy SKY’s over 190 digital channels, automatically activated on their TVs from the 4th to the 11th of July at no additional cost. After recent launches of SKY exclusives like AXN HD, and international favorites like AFC HD, Disney HD, and Mezzo HD, this big TV freebie is part of SKY’s way of thanking subscribers for welcoming them into their homes and making them part of their lives. Over the years, SKY has strived to give its subscribers more entertainment choices. Now on its 25th year anniversary, its entire channel line-up is here for everyone to watch as a way of giving all viewers more TV enjoyment this July. It wishes to share this special milestone year with every family that helped shape the standard of cable TV entertainment in the […]