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Traditions triumph at XO 46 Filipino Bistro
In the workaday hub of business-oriented, cosmopolitan Makati is an idyllic hideaway that takes you to the core of Filipino gastronomy, the way our ancestors have experienced it (and probably wished it remained)—nothing instant, nothing hurried—lovingly slow-cooked, and every ingredient harnessed by hand, resulting in food creations that explode in flavors familiar and comforting. It’s…
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Extra special oven baked Christmas Turkey at Marriot Manila
For special occasions, there’s simply nothing like a perfectly roasted turkey for the family. So this Christmas, serve this classic centerpiece fuss-free by leaving the job to our chefs. And at Marriott Manila, we also bring the same commanding presence on your very own holiday table with our Turkey to Fly. There’s nothing petite about…
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Dell unveils exciting new lineup running Microsoft Windows 8
At the media appreciation night held in Makati City, Dell Philippines its new portable computing lineup which touts features that take advantage of recent advances in technology. Powered by Microsoft Windows 8, these are the new Dell Latitude 10 tablet computer, Dell Latitude 6430u notebook computer, Dell OptiPlex 9010 all-in-one desktop with touch, and the…
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Huawei Ascend D1 XL and Honor 2: quad core mobile power and extended battery life
Huawei is a leading ICT solutions provider whose partnerships with telecom giants Globe and PLDT/Smart allowed the company to gain foothold in the Philippines. For quite sometime now the company has been producing affordable mobile phones running the Google Android operating system. Among these are the Huawei Honor and the Huawei Ascend. This weekend Huawei…
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Free Starbucks GC for every purchase of Rapoo wireless accessory!
Christmas is just around the corner, and in a digital age it isn’t surprising that tech toys are amongst the most highly sought-after gifts. The trend now is to go wireless, and that’s where companies like Rapoo come into play. Makers of wireless mice, keyboards, and headsets, Rapoo is giving away free Starbucks gift certificates…
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Enhanced HP Integrity portfolio offers triple performance at lower costs
HP recently strengthened its mission-critical Converged Infrastructure portfolio with innovative and enhanced HP Integrity systems, HP-UX software and services to triple performance,boost resiliency and deliver investment protection for critical workloads deployed into the next decade. Based on HP enhancements and the Intel® Itanium® processor 9500 series, transactions are processed up to three times faster than…
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Christmas treats at Java+ Marriott Manila
Of life’s greatest pleasures, Christmas ranks near the top. Aside from nourishing and hearty Christmas meal favorites, this occasion also calls for a table filled with exquisite edible gifts. Classic cakes, chunky cookies, and charming chocolates, the holiday is also all about decadent desserts that everyone both loves to give and to receive.
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Ilustrata Residences: PRO-FRIENDS first-ever condominium project
The Property Company of Friends, Inc. (PRO-FRIENDS), one of the fastest growing real estate developers in the Philippines, has unveiled Ilustrata Residences, its first-ever residential condominium project in Metro Manila. Located along Santolan Road in Cubao, Quezon City, the residential condominium offers young professionals and start-up families the unique advantage of comfortably and conveniently living…
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MICHELIN tires promo extended until December 15!
Due to insistent public demand, MICHELIN’s tire purchase promo that awards free shopping coupons for purchases of MICHELIN tires, has been extended until December 15, 2012. The Holiday deal makes ownership of Michelin tires so much more rewarding.
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Bellator champs: Wrestling is key for Filipino MMA supremacy
When asked what Filipino mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters can improve on to make it into the “big leagues” in the United States, champions from Bellator Fighting Championships (Bellator) pointed to one discipline: wrestling. “At the end of the day it’s the wrestlers that you see in MMA who are doing best,” said Bellator lightweight…
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