Tin Can Art: Give the Gift That Gives This Christmas

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Tin Can Beginnings

Did you know that the practice of packaging biscuits and cookies in tin cans has been around since the 16^th century?

European voyagers packed biscuits as snacks for long trips and placed them in cans. Several hundred years later airtight cans, meant to store biscuits so they would not crumble and stay oven-fresh, were invented. Since then, tin cans have been the best containers for biscuits and cookies, evolving into pretty things that people kept, collected and reused.

This year, Rebisco is keeping the biscuits-in-tin cans tradition alive with its Special Edition Designer Cans. First introduced in 2018, each designer can is a mini version of the big, iconic Rebisco tin cans that have been favorite Pinoy pasalubongs for generations.

Tin Can Art Today

Look. The works of artists, both contemporary and budding talents -- Dominic Rubio, Aljo Pingol, plus three young artists from Regional Lead School of the Arts in Angono (RLSAA), Julia Baluyot, Dave Dauz and Lyra Lacanaria -- are immortalized on the sides of the special edition tin cans.

Familiar Filipino scenes, traditions, local heritage and everyday life are celebrated in bold, playful, dramatic and whimsical styles using striking, soothing and exciting colors. The artworks are original and unique to the designer cans.

This Christmas, if you’re looking for a gift that’s beautiful, meaningful, filled with goodies to the brim and literally a work of art, Rebisco’s Special Edition Designer Cans would make perfect presents.

Why You Should Buy Rebisco Designer Tin Cans

These junior-sized cans are not just lovingly packed with premium Rebisco biscuits, cookies, crackers and wafers, they are meant to be decorative pieces to be collected and displayed. They can be multifunctional containers too.

But the tin cans are not just all about aesthetic values. Each can is called “the gift that gives” because every can sold helps support the young student artists of the School of the Arts in Angono and the Calbayog Arts and Design School of Eastern Visayas (CADSEV) in Calbayog, Samar. Rebisco is providing the schools with art essentials, equipment and other resources that will help the young art scholars pursue their creative dreams in various art forms.

The contents of the designer tin cans are delightful as well. Only premium Rebisco products – Rebisco Sandwich Choco, Rebisco Sandwich Cream, Rebisco Cracker Plain, Rebisco Cracker Honey Butter, Wafertime Choco, Choco Mucho Cookies Choco, Choco Mucho Cookies White Choco, Hansel Crackers and Hansel Mocha – are in each can.

Hygienically packaged and sealed, each designer tin can is a safe and thoughtful Holiday gift. Very affordable at P195 each, they are available at the Rebisco Flagship Stores on Shopee and Lazada. 

6 ways to have an awesome time on your PC

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If you own a PC – whether it’s a standard make or a model optimized for gaming – you’ll be excited to know that there is a boatload of ways you can have fun on there. From developing your cloud computing skills to posting reviews of games you’ve played, the options are endless. Want to learn all about them? Great. In total, here are 6 ways to have an awesome time on your PC.

1.    Get Google Cloud Platform certification

Feel like taking a break from binge-watching Netflix shows? Then learning the Google Cloud Platform is the perfect solution for you.

Currently, lots of people are training to become Google Cloud Platform certified. The reason for this is so that they can better their cloud computing skills and open up new career opportunities. After all, there’s a huge demand from companies for talented cloud engineers – and you could be the next person to fill that gap.

The first and most important step is to get your google certification.

2.    Stream music for free

If you’re like most people, you’ll dislike paying for music. The good news is that, by being smart, you don’t actually have to do this anymore. Instead, all you have to do is turn on your PC, visit a music streaming website, and start a free trial. Then, after your trial ends a few months later, just start a fresh trial with another streaming service. Here are some of the best to choose from:

·         Spotify

·         Tidal

·         YouTube Music

This way, whenever you’re relaxing with your PC, you’ll be able to listen to all your favorite music.

3.    Post in gaming forums

The internet is home to hundreds of fun and entertaining gaming forums. Reddit is a perfect example of this, as well as JoyFreak. You should check out forums like these if you want to make new friends and post opinions about your favorite games and consoles.  

4.    Watch streams on YouTube and Twitch

YouTube and Twitch are goldmines when it comes to streaming content. On these two platforms exist hundreds of thousands of streamers who post content every single day, such as Ninja and SypherPK. If you want a nice dose of entertainment when you’re at your desk, YouTube and Twitch streams are definitely the choice for you. You can even subscribe to your favorite streamers to get extra perks.

5.    Order new parts for your PC

PCs allow users plenty of scope for customization, from keyboards to graphics cards. In fact, when you put it into context, there are so many ways you can customize your PC it’s impossible to count. Many people like to build and customize PCs as a hobby, so you should give it a try if you’re someone who likes to be creative. Amazon and eBay are great sources for ordering new parts for your PC, so make sure to use them.

 

6.    Read blogs

Every day, thousands of blogs get posted on the internet that covers a range of different topics. For example, there are gaming blog sites like Kotaku and entertainment blogs such as mashable. By bookmarking and subscribing to different blogs, you’ll never be short on entertainment when you’re on your PC. Plus, if you enjoy writing content, you could even start posting your own blogs.

An Expat's Guide to the Best Golf Courses in the Philippines

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Being an expat in the Philippines is everything but complicated. As you may already know, Filipinos are hospitable, optimistic, friendly, accommodating, and can speak English, which are just some of the many things foreigners find endearing about the Philippines.

Natural wonders and opportunities for people from different walks of life are abundant, especially for expat golfers. Staying in the Philippines will surely be a treat for golfers, as this gives them the freedom to explore the best links throughout the tropical country.

This article is for expats who have a flair for scenic, rewarding golf courses. Scroll further to find out which courses deserve a spot in your itinerary!


The Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Club

Designed by the golf legend himself, Jack Nicklaus, The Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Club is, no doubt, one of the best courses in the country. In fact, Southwoods earned the Best Golf Course in the Philippines title from Golf Digest in 2020! The beautiful country club located in Carmona, Cavite, hosts two 18-hole golf courses: The Masters and The Legends, both of which come with strategically placed bunkers and hazards that will challenge golfers of all levels. For hobbyists, The Masters course is recommended.

It’s important to note that The Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Club is a private golf club, so only members or guests of members have access to its facilities.


Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club

Situated in the verdant Lipa, Batanga, mountainscape lies Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club, a 185-hectare golf resort community teeming with natural landscapes and well-maintained man-made amenities offering relaxation recreation. If you’re looking for a tranquil location, this is the place to be. The golf and country club became a host for two acclaimed tournaments: The ASEAN Tour and Philippine Open.

Mount Malarayat features three golf courses designed by J. Michael Poellot Golf Design Group: Mt. Makulot, Mt. Lobo, and Mt. Malipunyo. Aside from these three scenic golf courses, Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club comes with a golf shop, function rooms, spa, pavilion, sports facilities, and other features offering recreational activities.

As an additional safety measure for this pandemic, guests must present their vaccination cards before checking in. And for not fully vaccinated individuals, they are required to submit a negative result of antigen nasal test or RT-PCR test valid for 24 hours and 48 hours, respectively.


Valley Golf & Country Club

Located in the serene rolling hills of Antipolo, Rizal is Valley Golf & Country Club, a par-72, 18-hole course designed by Jas H. Scotts. Back in 1991, Valley Golf hosted the XVI Southeast Asian Games Golf Championship. Today, both novice and pro golfers can benefit from the strategically placed bunkers and hazards, well-manicured greens, and the breathtaking landscapes Valley Golf offers.

The place boasts two courses: The North Course and The South Course. Aside from the two courses, Valley Golf comes with top-tier amenities, such as a driving range, two clubhouses, lounge, gym, pro shop, clinic, spa & sauna, swimming pool, and restaurants.


Eagle Ridge Golf and Country Club

Touted as the “Best Kept Secret in Philippine Golf” by BusinessMirror News, expat golfers will enjoy the exclusivity that Eagle Ridge Golf and Country Club offers. The golf club boasts not only one but four golf courses designed by renowned pro golfers and architects: Greg Norman, Isao Aoki, Nick Faldo, and Andy Dye—each of which comes with distinct characteristics and challenges for golfers. With four 18-hole par-72 courses, Eagle Ridge is the biggest golfing facility in the Philippines. This golf club is located in General Trias, Cavite, and club members and their guests can play on these challenging courses and their premier amenities.


Closing thoughts

Hopefully, our list of the best golf courses in the Philippines will help enhance and nurture your golfing experience in the tropical country. For course advisory updates, always make sure to visit their website and Facebook pages before booking a tee time!

About the Author

Jordan Fuller is a passionate golfer and traveler from Nebraska, United States. He also enjoys giving accessible professional golf advice, equipment reviews, and other golf know-hows on his website, Golf Influence.