Louie Sangalang and Jessica Ramella Go Head-to-Head in the Season Finale of ‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’

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After 12 weeks of demanding physical tasks, intense business challenges, and high drama, it all comes down to the season finale.

In the last episode of the inaugural season, ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong is joined by special guest Grab CEO Anthony Tan. The two put both finalists through the wringer and subject them to undoubtedly the toughest job interview of their lives.

From 16 global candidates handpicked from around the world, it's down to two finalists -- Singapore-based Sales Director Jessica Ramella from Venezuela and retired mixed martial artist-turned-entrepreneur Louie Sangalang from the Philippines.

The winner of the competition will take home a US $250,000 job offer to work directly under Chatri as his protégé in business, and be named ONE Championship’s new Chief of Staff.

Who will win season one of “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition”? You’ll have to wait until the episode airs to find out. Catch the action tonight on AXN at 8:50PM and on Monday, June 14, on One Sports at 9PM. For more information and How to Watch, check out the official site at https://www.onefc.com/theapprentice/



About “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition”

“The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” invites 16 contestants handpicked from around the world to compete in a high-stakes game of business and physical challenges. The winner will receive a US$250,000 job offer to work directly under Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong for a year as his protege in Singapore.

Athletes appearing on the show include former ONE Welterweight World Champion Ben Askren, ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon Vera, ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee, ONE Flyweight World Grand Prix Champion Demetrious Johnson, Indian Wrestling Champion Ritu Phogat, and ONE Women’s Strawweight World Champion Xiong Jing Nan, among others.

“The Apprentice” is one of the biggest non-scripted reality television programs in history, judging the business skills of candidates who are competing for a job offer under a high-profile CEO. It has aired in more than 120 countries. The first season of “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” consists of 13 episodes.

No Shortcuts to Success: 4Ps Success Story - ALS Student from Oriental Mindoro

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The 17-year-old child from Oriental Mindoro realized that there is no easy path to success. But with perseverance and determination, his little steps will go a long way. Thus even with fear and doubt in his heart, he keeps up with his dream and continues his journey to possibilities. 

The family of Christian Jay Jimenez lives in Brgy. Alma Villa, Gloria, Oriental Mindoro. At the age of 10, Christian and his eight siblings already lost their father. “Sampung taong gulang po ako noong pumanaw ang aking ama. Para mabuhay, sinikap po ng nanay ko maghanap ng pagkakakitaan kaya po siya pumasok sa pangangamuhan”. 

At a very young age, Christian already recognizes the hardships of her mother just to be able to provide for their family. His mother, Lourdes, earns Php 4,000.00 in a month for working as a stay-in house helper. Her mother’s income has to suffice for a month for the food and education of his eight siblings. “Noong lumalaki na po ako, nakikita ko na po yung tunay na ibig sabihin ng sadlak sa buhay. Hindi pala ganun kadali na magkaroon ng kaginhawaan sa katulad naming nagsimula talaga sa hirap”. Thus in his own way, Christian takes small steps to reach what his heart desires --- a better life for his siblings.

Believing in little steps

Being a beneficiary of the DSWD’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), Christian gets the chance to attend Youth Development Session (YDS). Through the topics from the sessions, Christian realized that education is what he needs to be able to reach his dreams. 

“Dahil po sa YDS, sumubok po ako sa pag-aaral. Nag-Grade 1 po ako. Sinikap ko po na makisabay sa mga kaklase ko kahit na pitong taon po ang agwat ko sa kanila.”

Christian was already 10 years old when he enrolled in the first-grade at a regular school in Gloria, Oriental Mindoro. According to Christian, it was hard to keep up with his dreams because of his age. “Naging tampulan po ako ng pang-aasar ng aking mga kaklase. Dahil po doon, nahirapan po akong makipagsabayan sa kanila. Kaya nagdesisyon nalang po ako na huwag nalang pumasok at mag-aral”. 

The child once lost his interest in finishing his studies. Instead of attending classes, he has dedicated his time looking for jobs to help his mother provide for his siblings. Christian tried different jobs to earn a living. At the age of 14, he became a food vendor and a farmer. He was able to earn a small amount of money and this helped his mother Lourdes. 

But as Christian sees his siblings grow, Christian realizes that what he need is a permanent job so he can regularly give financial support to his other six siblings. “16 po ako noong sinubukan kong maghanap ng maayos na trabaho. Kaso hindi naman po ako natatanggap dahil Grade 1 nga lang ang natapos ko.”

Keeping up with his dreams

“Ang hirap po pala ng walang pinag-aralan. ‘Yung wala kang ibang alam kung hindi ang isulat lang po ang mga letra ng pangalan ko. E, pagbabasa nga po hindi ko kayang gawin kasi nga hanggang Grade 1 lang po ako. ‘Yun po yung naging dahilan ko kaya po nagdesisyon akong bumalik sa pag-aaral”. Thus even with fear and doubts in his heart, Christian went back to school in 2016 through the Alternative Learning System (ALS) Program of the Department of Education (DepEd). 

With the support from the Municipal Link who monitors his family, Christian enrolled at the Gloria ALS Center. “Bumalik po ako sa pag-aaral. Gusto ko pong ipagpatuloy ‘yung naudlot kong pangarap. Gusto ko po kasing maging chef.” Christian realized that his dream to lift his family from poverty will never turn into a reality without any action. He believes that dreaming is the first step and there is no shortcut to success. 

For him, one should not just aspire for a better life because you also have to work for it. “Lagi pong sinasabi sa akin na libre lang ang mangarap. Kaso hindi po ata pwede na puro pangarap nalang ako. Kailangan ko rin pong tulungan ang sarili ko para matupad lahat ng mga pinapangarap ko. Gusto ko pong maiahon sa kahirapan ang pamilya namin. Saka gusto ko na pong umuwi si Nanay sa pangangamuhan.”

Indeed still a long road ahead of Christian towards his dream of becoming a chef but he knows that his journey to success has already begun when he took that one courageous step --- go back to school. From being a first-grader, he is now attending the Basic Literacy (Level 2) Program of ALS. Aside from knowing how to write the letters of his name, Christian also started to learn how to read.

Dude Food: Classic Recipes Your Dad Will Love

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A son’s first hero and a daughter’s first love, there are so many reasons why fathers and all the other paternal figures in your life deserve some love and gratitude. Dads have always been kings of the kitchen, and a great way to give back is by turning the tables and cooking for him instead. Cooking for your dad is not only a great way to bond with the family, but it’s also good practice for when you start your own.

 Most dads appreciate classic comfort food that packs a lot of flavor. To impress the father figures in your life this Father’s Day, La Germania recommends the following timeless recipes that will surely impress:

Do it Italian Style

 If your dad is into exemplary cinematic masterpieces like The Godfather, you can serve him an easy yet delectable Italian dish that’s both comforting yet delicious: Chicken Parmigiana.

Ingredients:

● 1 egg, beaten

● 2 ounces dry bread crumbs

● 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into halves

● ¾ (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

● 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

● ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

 Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a medium baking sheet.

2. Pour egg into a small shallow bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken into egg, then into the bread crumbs.

3. Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.

4. Pour 1/2 of the spaghetti sauce into a 7x11 inch baking dish. Place chicken over sauce, and cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top and return to the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

More Tacos, More Fun

 Give your dad’s favorite tacos a fresh upgrade by baking them instead. Through this method, the top stays crispy and crunchy, while the bottom part gets soft. This is the perfect dish to munch on as he watches his favorite sports games.

Ingredients:

● 1-1/2 pounds ground beef

● 1 taco seasoning

● 2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chiles, divided

● 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans

● 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

● 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

● 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

● 12 taco shells

● Chopped green onions

 Instructions:

● Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and 1 can of undrained tomatoes; heat through.

● Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix beans, 1/2 cup cheese, cilantro, remaining can of undrained tomatoes and, if desired, pepper sauce. Spread onto bottom of a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.

● Stand taco shells upright over bean mixture. Fill each with 1 tablespoon cheese and about 1/3 cup beef mixture. Bake, covered, 15 minutes.

● Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted and shells are lightly browned. Sprinkle with green onions.

Cap it with Something Sweet

 There’s nothing like bonding with your dad over a bowl of your favorite ice cream. You can elevate your basic ice cream by frying it. Deceptively easy to make, this is a great way to cap off a scrumptious day.

Fried ice cream ingredients:

● 1 pint ice cream

● 1 1/2 tablespoon butter

● 1 1/4 cup corn cereal, crushed

● 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

● 2 teaspoon granulated sugar

● Whipped cream, for garnish

● Sprinkles, for garnish

● 4 cherries, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Line a small sheet tray with parchment paper and place in the freezer. Scoop ice cream into 4 balls and place on a prepared sheet tray. Keep in the freezer while making cereal mixture, at least 30 minutes.

2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add corn cereal and cinnamon and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cereal turns golden, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sugar. Place in a shallow bowl and let cool.

3. Remove ice cream balls from the freezer and roll in cereal mixture. Top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry, and serve immediately.

As you cook these classic comfort food dishes, it’s important that you not only use the best ingredients, it’s also a must to use good quality kitchen equipment like La Germania. Built according to the highest European standards in terms of construction and design, La Germania appliances allow you to prepare exquisite dishes for you and the rest of your family in an easy and efficient way. With guaranteed durability and superior quality, they’re a good investment you and the special men in your life can use in the kitchen to cook up family recipes for generations to come.

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ABOUT LA GERMANIA

Italian-heritage brand La Germania has been the preferred kitchen companion of Filipino homemakers for 53 years and counting. Its wide array of ovens, cooktops, and stoves is made of high-grade materials and designed to stand the test of time and extensive use. La Germania’s current line of products continues to serve the cooking needs and lifestyle of this generation and the next. To know more about La Germania and its products, visit www.lagermaniaph.com. The trusted kitchen partner of Filipinos also has its official stores on Shopee and Lazada.