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SM City Iloilo Northwing to open Nov 20

SM City Iloilo Northwing expansion will house
both local and global brands. (Photo from SM City Iloilo)

The long wait is finally over as SM City Iloilo will be officially unveiling its much-awaited Northwing expansion on Nov. 20.

Dabarkads keep Alden grounded

DESPITE the phenomenal success that he is earning because of Kalyeserye, Alden Richards said that he remains to be the same person because of the constant reminders of the “dabarkads”.

‘Irish Potatoes’ sprouts in Iloilo

POTATOES have been part of the history of the Irish people as it became their staple food back in the 1800s when it was the only crop that they can grow to feed their families. However, potato famine came that resulted for over a million people to die due to hunger and diseases.

'Sweet Christmas' at SM City Iloilo

SM City Iloilo staff pose with Santa Claus and Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog
in front of the mall's gigantic Christmas centerpiece.

A sweet Christmas treat is waiting for the shoppers and mall goers of SM City Iloilo as it kicked off the Yuletide season on Nov. 7 with the unveiling of its giant Christmas centerpiece.

Top 5 life lessons from ‘Kalyeserye’ (Realizations of an AlDub fan)

I AM not really into teleseryes (television series), especially those with a rich-boy-meets-poor girl kind of story line who fell in love with each other, challenged by their life status differences, fought for their feelings, defied their families, and in the end, got the usual “happily-ever-after” ending.

From just simple "Pabebe Wave" AlDub has now gone a long way.

SM City Iloilo Expansion Update: Northwing to open on November

THE long wait of the Ilonggos will be over soon as the highly anticipated Northwing expansion of SM City Iloilo will finally open its doors in mid-November, said SM Supermalls president Annie Garcia.

False Alarm: It's not EK, says Villar

Vista Land Chaiman Manny Villar proudly presents Vista City Iloilo.

DURING the past months, the netizens have been talking about the news saying that Enchanted Kingdom will soon rise in Iloilo, specifically in Villar-owned Savannah City that traverses the towns of Pavia, San Miguel and Oton.

SM Cares Village-Concepcion turn over

HAPPY HOMES. SM Cares Village house units reflect the positive outlook
of the people of Concepcion.

CONCEPCION is one of the towns in northern Iloilo greatly devastated by super typhoon “Yolanda” in 2013. About two years after the said unforgettable calamity, Concepcion is still experiencing flood. This time, it is not due to the heavy rains brought by the typhoon, but because of the overflowing blessings poured by people who showed care.

Iloilo's first CityMall opens in Tagbak, Jaro

CityMall Tagbak's festive opening!

ILONGGOS welcomed another development as CityMall Commercial Centers, Inc. (CMCCI) has finally opened the doors of its first CityMall in Iloilo City.

Misto: Dinner feast for the senses

Misto's elegant setup makes you feel like in a luxurious restaurant.

AS reflected in its contemporary interiors and efficient service delivery, Seda Atria has indeed lifted Ilonggos’ hotel experience at par with international standards.

Ang Kamalig Restaurant: The taste that brings you home

This scene always feels like home.

WAY back in our humble home in the middle of the green fields in Capiz, I would always hear the word “kamalig” everytime cropping season (anihan) comes. It is a sort of granary where we usually stock our newly-harvested sacks of rice.

Simply Shoes opens at CityMall Jaro

Check out your favorite Milanos shoes at Simply Shoes!
(Photo from: www.bloomblossomandgrow.wordpress.com)

SM started out with shoes. And today, it continues to expand its footwear legacy by reaching out to communities with the Simply Shoes outlets. Simply Shoes, an affiliate of SM Retail, opens its tenth branch at Citymall Jaro, Iloilo this October 10.

'Volvo Club of Iloilo' launched

Volvo Club of Iloilo members

BEING tagged as one of the best luxury car brands in the world, Volvo is always a road eye catcher, not only because of its sleek design, but also because of its undeniably quality of performance.

Sun Life brings ‘Freedom Celebration’ to Iloilo

Piolo performs with son Iñigo via video call.

TO urge the Ilonggos have their own definition of financial freedom, Sun Life of Canada (Philippines) brought the “Freedom Celebration” to Iloilo City on Sept. 26 with actor and Sun Life brand ambassador Piolo Pascual.

Spa Riviera celebrates 15 years; launches Gugma Card and Turista Massage

Spa Riviera, the pioneer spa and wellness center in Iloilo is celebrating 15 years of continued success and innovation this October, which is timely because October is also Wellness Month.

Megaworld launches 'What’s Big About #IloiloBusinessPark?' Photo Contest

ATTENTION, Ilonggos! In the next few days, all eyes will be on Iloilo City as we inaugurate the country’s next central business district, the Iloilo Business Park.

We want you to join us to celebrate this new milestone of Iloilo City by participating in Megaworld’s “What’s Big About #IloiloBusinessPark?” online photo contest.

Robinsons Jaro to cater to modern Ilonggo lifestyle

TO BRING a brand new malling experience to Ilonggos, Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) will merge the Ilonggo culture and modern lifestyle in the soon-to-open Robinsons Place Jaro.

How to detect investment scams?

Know the basics before it's too late.
(Photo from www.randelltiongson.com)

INVESTMENT scams, which are presently rampant, victimize financial consumers in the country.

As it proliferates in the market, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is also intensifying its efforts in educating the public on how to avoid being victims of investment scams and make sound financial decisions to grow their money.

‘Start young, start now’

Jerusha Naira Agatha Dino, a Grade 2 pupil of
San Jose Catholic School is excited to put some coins in her coinbank.

MOST of us have probably heard the story of the grasshopper and the ant (Si Tipaklong at Si Langgam) in school. It is the story of the grasshopper that is not fond of keeping food for emergency situations and the ant that keeps on saving food for future needs.

How much do young people save and spend?

Financial expert Michael Manuel said that a huge chunk of personal consumption
comes from the young professionals.
(Photo by Joselito Villasis)

WITH the emergence of various companies opting for young people as workforce, young professionals take over various industries at present.

Why is mutual fund an ideal investment?

THINKING of growing your money? Try investing it in mutual funds.
(Photo from www.openworldmoney.com)

WHEN talking about investments, people usually think of starting a business, buying a property or depositing money in the bank. But there is another kind of investment which promises higher yield.

Wild Bamboo: Japan expat's judgment

Hmmm...she looks serious and hungry 

WILD Bamboo is now making a name in the local food industry as a Japanese fastfood restaurant that serves wide choices of delectable Japanese dishes at an affordable price.

Curious about that tag, Japan expat Stephanie Jallorina who spent eight years of her life in the "Land of the Rising Sun", tried out Wild Bamboo's best sellers and rated her top choices based on her discriminating Japanese taste buds.

Hablon's New Age

A young hablon weaver patiently puts every thread
together to form an intricate design.

MORE than its world-renowned church, undying pottery industry and beautiful natural sceneries, the town of Miag-ao in the Southern part of Iloilo province also boasts its hand loom weaving tradition of hablon fabric.

Miag-ao boosts hablon industry

INTRICATE AND TEDIOUS. A hablon weaver in Barangay Indag-an, Miag-ao 

patiently weaves hablon cloth for a living. She said that it takes

about two weeks for her to finish a roll of hablon cloth. 

ILOILO City – The local government of Miag-ao is intensifying its efforts to promote its traditional hand-woven cloth called hablon to local and international markets.

95th Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan launched in Iloilo

A farmer participant, SM City Iloilo Asst. Mall Manager Jasmine Linn Maquiling,
SM Foundation, Inc. Asst. Vice President for Livelihood Cristine Angeles,
Harbest Agribusiness President Arsenio "Toto" Barcelona, Ephratah Farms owner Ed "Bem-Bem Canuto
and SM City Iloilo Public Relations Manager Troy Camarista. Photos below show farmer
participants and SM Supermarket and SM Hypermarket management during the launch.

SM Foundation Inc.(SMFI) launched the 95th batch of Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan farmers training program last July 28, 2015 at Ephratah Farms in Brgy. Sariri, Badiangan, Iloilo.

PPP Center to aid Iloilo City materialize infra projects

PPP Center executive director Cosette Canilao
(Photo by Raymart Escopel)

ILOILO City – The Public Private Partnership (PPP) Center will be helping the Iloilo City government in materializing various projects here.

‘Traffic congestion a sign of progress’

LOCKED AND LOADED. Ilonggos are starting to see and feel the
effects of Iloilo City's booming economy. Is traffic congestion one of these?
(Photo from www.asiafinest.com)

ILOILO City – Traffic congestion may pose as one of the concerns in this city, but it is also a sign of a booming economy.

SM Foundation inks MOA with JASAC

JASAC director Msgr. Mileton Oso and
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. Vice President Maria Eloisa Fernan
shake hands after the MOA signing for the soft components of
SM Cares Village-Concepcion.

WITH the aim of alleviating the lives of the survivors of typhoon “Yolanda” (International name: Haiyan) in the town of Concepcion in Northern Iloilo, SM Foundation, Inc. inked a three-year memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Jaro Archdiocesan Social Action Center, Inc. (JASAC) on July 14.

Sun Life brings light to Lawis Elementary School in Balasan

Sun Life executives and other partners pose with the local officials
of Brgy. Lawis, Balasan, Iloilo for the success of the project.

AS part of its 120^th anniversary in the Philippines, Sun Life Financial builds 120 classrooms in various parts of the country.

Robinsons Antique to open July 15

THE long wait is over for Antiqueños as Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) is schedule to open its 40^th mall on July 15.

SM City Iloilo unveils mall expansion to tenants

SM City Iloilo Northwing expansion

SM City Iloilo provided its present and future tenants a glimpse of its much-awaited Northwing expansion and Southpoint development through a Tenants Preview on June 18.

SM Green Film Festival campaigns for eco-awareness

SM Prime Holdings created the SM Cares program which consolidates Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, ranging from environmental conservation, assistance to persons with disabilities and special needs, elderly and nursing mothers, as well as care for children, women and OFWs.

Placemat advertisement: New, best and cheapest way to advertise

Sample of placemat advertisement.

ADVERTISEMENTS have been one of the most important elements of business. It is the most effective way to present one’s products and services and to persuade the consumers. With the emergence of various businesses in Iloilo City, the competition in the market is getting tighter. Thus, the need for advertisement among businesses is also rising.

SM City Iloilo features Guimbal’s ‘bocarillo’ to celebrate Pinoy pride

AS part of its tradition, SM City Iloilo features the various homegrown products of Iloilo as its way of celebration of the Philippine Independence Day.

'Perri Todd's' offers something new

Premium Burger with Bacon and Cheesy Mushroom Sauce (P370)

Perri Todd's is sooooooooo back!

Now, with more delightful addition to its menu that will surely solve your cravings for good food.

Olé cooks the best of Spain, Cuba and Mexico

Welcome to Ole! The only restaurant in Iloilo City
that cooks up the best dishes of Mexico, Spain
and Cuba

FLOURISHING business that now reaps delightful success all started with the owner’s love for Mexican and Spanish food… and the renowned Boracay beach.

Crispy Thin is in!

The new Greenwhich Crispy Thins

FILIPINOS' well-loved pizza brand, Greenwhich, is offering something new to the pizza lovers. This time, it gives the spotlight to the thinner ones!

Globe Platinum turns over 'Noah’s Ark' to New Washington

Globe Platinum director Kaisie Del Carmen joins
the community mural painting.

GLOBE Platinum, Globe Telecom’s premium postpaid brand, turned over a classroom building to New Washington Central Elementary School in Aklan on May 28.

Japanese food on the fast lane

Wild Bamboo is located at SM City Iloilo food court.

PREPARING Japanese food is one delicate job. It involves a lot of processes and effort in order to achieve its authentic taste.

With the fast-pacing life of people nowadays, fastfood has been part of our everyday routine. On that note, even the authentic Japanese dishes which usually take time to prepare are now available on the fast lane.

Enjoy affordable Japanese food at Akiyama Japanese Cuisine

ILOILO is not only starting to emerge as a business hub of Western Visayas. It is now also becoming a haven of restaurants offering international menu that satisfies one's epicurean cravings.

‘Fiestas in the City’ highlights WV’s tourism offerings

Dinagyang Festival champion, Tribu Panayanon
gives the audience a sneak peak on whht to expect
in the week-long "Fiestas in the City".

THE month of May has been tagged as the “Fiesta Month” as it is on this time of the year when most barrio fiestas are being held.

Tasting the homegrown brew

"Your Homegrown Brew"

Filipino home-grown products are slowly making waves in the global arena at par with other international brands. Some of these manufactured goods include local coffee beans, perfect to experience home-grown brew of hot delight.

Havaianas brings Hawaii to Iloilo

Make your summer cooler by making your own Havaianas.
(Photo from Havaianas Philippines)

HAVAIANAS, one of the country’s most popular fashion flip flops brand brought the aloha feel of Hawaii in Iloilo City through its summer event called “Make Your Own Havaianas” (MYOH) on May 7-10 at SM City Iloilo.

Ferra Hotel: Your Friendly Host in Boracay

Ferra Hotel's unique lobby

THINKING of going to Boracay to spend your summer vacation? Then, you must be also thinking of a very good hotel that will not only provide you nothing but the finest accommodation, but will also give you the best experience to make your stay worthwhile!

Hamada: Iloilo's real home of authentic Japanese cuisine

Hamada's Japanese-themed interiors

More than a city with beyond-the-usual offerings, the “City of Love” is also a food haven with its wide array of mouthwatering choices that provides a blissful satisfaction.

Aside from the homegrown delicacies of the Ilonggos, tourists also love to come back to Iloilo because of the different restaurants which offer authentic international cuisine, bringing the specialties of various countries locally.