Pizza and Pasta Lunch with the Family at Joey Pepperoni Pizzeria

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Pizza has always been a favorite comfort food for me. It's the only meal I would never get tired of eating at any time of the day. As my breakfast, lunch, snack, or dinner, it never fails to please me.

This goes the same with my family who appreciates good food just like me. We are all adventurous when it comes to food but when we need to be sure to get value for our money, we order pizza as the number one choice next to the specialty of the restaurant.

Yeah, we always make it a point to ask for the waiter's recommendation, but would always squeeze in an order of pizza when it's available in the menu.

Thus, our visit to Joey Pepperoni Pizzeria, or Joey Pep for short, needs no more exaggeration. Needless to say, we enjoyed every minute of it. But since they served us more than their specialty, we had to make room for the rest of the dishes.

I made no advance research about Joey Pep except looking for the exact location of the restaurant since I don't want my opinions to be biased with the online reviews of others. That has always been my style so I could write my own thoughts about the food. But I am happy to say that the establishment passed with high scores at all aspects.

Ryan Gosling's Sister Stole the Show with Her Cleavage at the 89th Annual Academy Awards

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Hey, girl! Do you know who brought her Golden Gloves in the Oscars?

The internet is the equivalent of high school when it comes to over-reacting and drama, so it’s hardly surprising that Ryan Gosling got online tongues wagging when he arrived at the 2017 Oscars with a ‘mystery date’.

Instead of his girlfriend Eva Mendes, La La Land lead actor Ryan Gosling brought his older sister, Mandi Gosling, as his Oscars date and um, uh... we can definitely see the good genes in their family. It turns out that good looks run in the family that even the camera man had his eyes on the lovely pair.....and of course we're not only referring to the siblings. Lol!

Ryan Gosling arrived to the Oscars without Eva Mendes by his side. But why not, as he also took her and his mother Donna 10 years ago. Other actors and actresses brought their family members too. A host of stars brought siblings and parents along that night. His La La Land partner-in-crime, Emma Stone, also brought her sibling. These two seem to be cut from the same star quality cloth.

While this is not the first time his older sister has stepped out with him on the red carpet, her flawless dress and front-and-center seat really grabbed people's attention, and now we're all obsessed. If I was Robin, I would have exclaimed "Holy Cleavage, Batman!" the moment I saw it.

Without any doubt, his sister almost upstaged him at the Oscars with that cleavage that deserves more than just a second look but a long stare. Mandi totally stole his limelight. Why the Internet is losing it over Ryan Gosling's sister's breasts is a sign we need to stop the boob-shaming.

“Ryan, relax. You’re the star. It’s not like the entire internet is built on staring at women’s breasts. You’re being ridiculous”

Aside from the wrong announcement of Best Picture winner - from La La Land to Moonlight finally declared as the real winner, many netizens who saw the videos and photos wanted to titty fuck her. Twitter was in meltdown with lots of photos of her and those huge pair.

Ryan Gosling may not have taken home the Oscar for Best Actor, but the La La Land star's sister was among the most widely talked about topic from the Oscars - just next to the Best Picture announcement fiasco.

But don't worry! Ryan's Golden Globe heartfelt speech a few weeks ago made sure Eva is what keeps his heart beating so fast.

Someday I hope to interview Ryan Gosling so I can ask him to introduce me to his busty sister. But don't worry, I will keep on looking up so as not to offend her and make me look like a pervert.

SAP Simplifies Work and Empowers the Mobile Workforce

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SAP SE plans to deliver SAP Cloud Platform SDK for iOS on March 30, giving developers the tools needed to build powerful enterprise apps for iPhone and iPad. Developers can now register for the SAP Academy for iOS to get the necessary training to create their own native apps. Additionally, early adopter customers have already seen improvements in their business with iOS built on SAP’s platforms. These announcements were made at Mobile World Congress being held February 27–March 2 in Barcelona, Spain.

“As promised, SAP is delivering real-time enterprise software to iOS devices, transforming core work processes for companies of all sizes with powerful native apps built specifically for iPhone and iPad,” said Bernd Leukert, member of the Executive Board, SAP SE, Products & Innovation. “Customers, partners and SAP can now quickly develop apps that deliver data with the cutting-edge capabilities of SAP Cloud Platform and SAP S/4HANA. The partnership comes at the right time for our customers as more and more companies build their mobile strategies around iOS.”

Susan Prescott, vice president of Product Marketing, Apple, said: “When we set out on this partnership with SAP, we knew we had an incredible opportunity to transform how people around the world work by combining the innovation and security of iOS with SAP’s leadership in enterprise software. We’re already seeing the impact that the combination of iOS and SAP brings to businesses to enable better, more efficient and effective processes across industries. Now even more developers will be able to take advantage of the new SDK, and we can’t wait to see how they transform their businesses.”

DOE Condemns NPA Attack on Bukidnon Hydropower Plant, Inter-Agency Task Force Activated

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The Department of Energy (DOE) has strongly condemned the attack launched by the New People's Army (NPA) on a hydropower plant project in Barangay Lumbayao, Valencia City in Bukidnon last Saturday (25 February).

Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi lamented, “This attack is totally unwarranted considering that it is not a military installation but a development project that seeks to contribute to uplifting the socio-economic conditions of the people. This attack will not only stall the hydro project’s construction timeline, it will also set back efforts to improve the quality of life of the people of Bukidnon.”

“We are aiming to facilitate the development of all alternative and indigenous energy supply for the future of Mindanaoans. We have long been wanting our kababayans living there to feel the presence of progress, yet these people are stealing that chance from them," Cusi expressed.

"An Inter-Agency Task Force in Securing Energy Facilities is being activated composed of the DOE, Philippine National Police (PNP), National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), National Transmission Corporation (TransCo), National Electrification Administration (NEA) and the National Power Corporation (NPC) with the assistance of the DOE Mindanao Field Office to ensure the completion of the project despite the despicable attack, Sec. Cusi announced.

"The National Democratic Front has been urging the Duterte Administration to resume the peace talks but NPA attacks on a development project such as this do not inspire confidence that they are sincere in returning to the negotiating table, Cusi pointed out.

According to a ground report, the 10.6 megawatts Pulanai Hydroelectric Power Plant project of partners Repower Energy Development Corp. and Manila Electric Co. was attacked by 20 NPA rebels on 25 February 2017.

This run-off-river hydropower project will utilize the Pulanai River in Bukidnon. The target date of commissioning is the first half of 2019.

The plant broke ground on 9 December 2016 with no less President Rodrigo R. Duterte gracing the event.

“We assure the public that the DOE will ensure energy security, and strive to classify energy projects as projects of national significance to protect these development initiatives for the welfare of our people,” Cusi concluded.

Sony Channel Ups the Ante In Primetime Viewing with Captivating Legal Drama Chicago Justice

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A new breed of legal heroes are on the rise to uphold the law at all times in the brand new legal drama, Chicago Justice, which premieres this March on Sony Channel.

This fourth installment from executive producer Dick Wolf’s Chicago franchise stars Carl Weathers (Rocky) as State Attorney Mark Jefferies, Philip Winchester (Strike Back) as Assistant State Attorney Peter Stone, Jon Seda (Chicago P.D.) as Chief Investigator Antonio Dawson, Monica Barbaro (UnReal) as Assistant State Attorney Anna Valdez, and Joelle Carter (Justified) as Investigator Laura Nagel.

Together at the Cook County State Attorney’s Office, this dedicated team of prosecutors and investigators engage in heated arguments in their fearless pursuit of justice as they handle high profile and sensational cases while trying to find the balance between politics, power struggles, and public opinion.

Armed with their unwavering passion for the law, they must face one controversy to the next, proving their point in every case, as they hurdle through the legal system and eventually become a part of Chicago’s finest.

Chicago Justice premieres on March 8, every Wednesday at 8:50pm with a double-episode premiere same week as the U.S. telecast.

Sony Channel is available on SKY Cable Channel 35, Cignal Digital TV Channel 120, Global Destiny Cable Channel 62, and Cable Link Channel 39.

Our Fabulous Oakwood Premier Joy-Nostalg Center Family Staycation

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Love should always be openly expressed, not only during the Love Month of February, but every single day of our lives. This is why we should take every opportunity for quality bonding moments especially during weekends which are supposed to be spent and dedicated only for our loved ones.

Though most of the time we can't stop working on our work load even at home, we should take advantage of every instance when we could really be with our loved ones and away from the hectic requirements at the office.

Thus, we very much appreciated an opportunity to be with my better half and children where we could spend the days at a great weekend hotel staycation at Oakwood Premier Joy-Nostalg Center Manila located at Ortigas, Pasig city.

"The Oakwood Premier Joy~Nostalg Center Manila offers luxury apartments equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and world-class amenities to fulfill the modern-day client's need for space and security in an elegant environment, combined with highly-personalized service, and the comforts and conveniences of home."

It had become a home for the Miss Earth 2016 beauty pageant candidates where my husband had the opportunity to meet last year before this scheduled staycation. I have to say that the place is elegantly suited for present and future beauty queens to stay in and consider as their second home.

I'd Like to Thank the Academy for Another Steve Harvey Failed Moment for the Oscars

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Anyone else had a feeling of Deja Vu after watching the Oscars?

Well the plot twist of the century was a mere copycat of the Miss Universe 2016 failed moment.

Just like in the movie, La La Land got a taste of happy ever after right before it got brutally snatched away. The end of the Oscars was just like the end of La La Land. First, came the fantasy dream sequence and then real life came crashing in.

But the movie cast and production were polite enough to announce themselves that Moonlight was the real winner, and that Warren Beatty and his co-presentor Faye Dunaway made a mistake in announcing the real Best Picture winner. 

Of course, they had to blame Steve Harvey for this ala Miss Universe 2016 mistake. I was expecting to see Steve coming out to tell us it was all a joke, but Steve Kimmel could do the breaking of the news instead.

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) accounting firm has issued an apology after handing the wrong envelope to the presenters of the Best Picture award at the 89th Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday, February 26 (Monday February 27 in the Philippines) leading to the most dramatic Oscars mix-up in history.

Suzuki Motorcycles Philippines Achieves Record Breaking Supremacy at Suzuki Raider Summit 2017

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Suzuki Philippines could be flaunting well its supremacy for having one of the biggest gathering of riders in history at their annual summit known as the Raider R150 Summit held on February 26, 2017 at the World Trade Center in Pasig city.

The Suzuki Raider R150 Summit 2017 is where the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ for the record title Largest road safety lesson was also achieved boasting of more than 6,100 riders present during the event. The requirement was only 30 minutes of lecture but I think it lasted for almost an hour. Congratulations to Suzuki Motorcycles Philippines for the achievement. 

The morning of the event had everyone, together with the Suzuki Motorcycles Philippines executives, gather infront of the World Trade Center to do several poses for the drone camera shot. It was followed by a ribbon cutting led by Suzuki President Hiroshi Suzuki.

The event featured so many activities and competitions like search for the Custombike Contests, and search for Biker Babe, Astig Rider, and Best Couple Rider, plus presentation of many awards and other recognition to their clubs with cash prizes and others at stake. Games, Raffle, Free Service and Bike Wash were also given as a treat to the riders. And not only that because Suzuki trade partners – Gatorade, IRC Tire, Manila Tactical, MotoActive, MotoWorld, NGK Spark Plugs, NHK Helmets, PacSafe, Pepsi, Racing Boy, RK Racing Chain and Sprocket, Shield, Spyder and XSpeed as well as Suzuki Genuine Parts (SGP) all gave great deals to the attendees at the trade show!

The All New Honda Click 150i Media Launch at Solaire

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Honda Philippines recently introduced their newest and top of the line scooter for the Honda Gen-S line-up. 

Hosted by the adorable Tikim Princess of ABS-CBN's Umagang Kay Ganda, Gretchen Ho hosted the event unveiling the new Honda Click 150i having a trailblazing 150cc displacement.

Gen-S models are now expanding in AT and Sports, and now Honda is accelerating their top of the line-up with their newest in the Gen-S AT Model series with the class leading Honda Smart Technology, the All New Click 150i "Ride the Ultimate Gen-S Scooter."

The top management of Honda gave their respective messages at the event led by Honda Philippines President Daiki Mihara.

The media launch was held on February 25, 2017 at Solaire Resorts and Casino Forum 1 function room, while the actual Honda Scooter Fest was held at the Blue Bay Walk parking lots where several motorcycle and scooter riders gathered to participate at the many offerings and activities, including competitions, and witness the unveiling of the new scooter models.

We have the media launch highlights covered via photo and video coverage so please do check out our official Facebook fan page and YouTube video channel for the respective photos and videos.

Hit-Rated Series Hawaii 5-0 and MacGyver Unite for the Ultimate Crossover Episode on AXN

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Daniel Dae Kim, Grace Park and Taylor Wily From “Hawaii Five-0” Guest Star on MacGyver on March 16

Get ready for double the action when two of AXN’s highest rated TV series, MACGYVER and HAWAII FIVE-0, collide for a no holds barred crossover episode this March 16, Thursday, 9.45pm!

When Mac and the team travel to Hawaii to aid in earthquake relief efforts, they team up with Chin (Daniel Dae Kim) and Kono (Grace Park) from the Five-0 task force to rescue a group of government scientists trapped in a building. However, as they work on the complicated rescue, a group using the chaos as a distraction aims to steal the top-secret weaponry from the scientists.

“This crossover has almost seemed inevitable since the day MACGYVER premiered,” says MACGYVER and HAWAII FIVE-0 Executive Producer Peter Lenkov. “We have always envisioned that our H50 ohana and the Phoenix team live in the same universe and it was about time that Mac and Jack had a case in Hawaii.”

AXN is the leading English general entertainment channel in Asia with engaging content that redefines action. Check out AXN’s new look and programming schedule at www.AXN-Asia.com or join the conversation on Facebook at AXNPH.