Looking for delicious food in your neighborhood, Davaoeños? Whether you like to stick to your favorites or try something new, Davao City has a variety of delectable options. There is much to discover, from classic Tuna recipes to hidden discoveries. Here are some delicious delights for all Davaoeños to taste!

LA Halo Halo

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OG Davaoeños knows where to get the greatest halo-halo: LA Halo-Halo, home of the creamiest Halo-Halo Overload. Try Mais con Yelo, Mango Graham Craze, Oreo Cookies & Cream, and Avocado Craz for additional refreshing shaved ice desserts. 

We Got Cha

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If you're looking for something pleasant to drink anywhere and anytime, look no further than We Got Cha, where you can find your favorite milk teas. We've got Cha's famous Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea, delicious Soda Pops, and iced coffee-based beverages to help you wake up on these hot and humid days. 

Barbeque Boss

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There is no need to put up your own than merely to eat grilled foods. Barbeque Boss serves perfectly grilled meats and other dishes. Mix in your favorite pig barbecue, chicken barbecue, liempo, and even the sinfully delicious chicharon bulaklak—beer and a steaming cup of rice are optional.

Hangry Tuna

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Nothing compares to a dish of freshly caught, freshly grilled tuna from classic restaurants like Hangry Tuna. It's a guilt-free solution for individuals who enjoy a nice barbecue but want to keep their cholesterol low, without sacrificing the smokey, flavorful flavor.

Aling Paz Food Hauz

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Man does not survive on barbecue and tuna alone, so stop by Aling Paz Food Haus for some feel-good Pinoy staples for a well-rounded meal.

Chikoy's Lugawan

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From dusk to dawn, Davao's eateries serve pleasure with every meal. Begin your day correctly with a warm bowl of lugaw, goto, or noodles from Chikoy's Lugawan.

New Davao Famous

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Dinner is best enjoyed with family or friends, so serve them their comfort food favorites that are perfect for sharing. Visit New Davao Famous for Chinese favorites including Lumpiang Shanghai, Canton Guisado, Bam-I, Beef with Broccoli, and more.

Haveli King

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Have a craving for Indian food? Foodpanda and Haveli King have you covered with Butter Chicken, Samosa, Chicken Biryani, and a variety of curries.

Shaxian Snacks

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Looking for the perfect merienda? Look no further than Shaxian Snacks' amazing selection of siopao buns, noodles, and more.

Tiger Bubble Tea

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For a cup of refreshing goodness to suit every taste, try their distinctive Brown Sugar concoctions and special delights such as Strawberry Meijie, Oreo Wintermelon, and Lemon Yogurt Juice.

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About 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮: 

𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 is dedicated to bringing food lovers their favorite meals from curated local restaurants in the Philippines. Since its creation, the on-demand food and grocery marketplace has grown to more than 170,000 partner restaurants in more than 400 cities across 11 Asian markets. 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 Philippines currently operates in 150 cities and municipalities across the Philippines and continuously expanding. 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 is a subsidiary under Delivery Hero, a worldwide leader of the food delivery industry. For more information, visit www.foodpanda.ph.

How it works:

Through the 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 website or via the new iOS and Android apps, customers can enter their address and view a curated list of restaurants and shops serving their neighborhood. Once they have found their choice, they can place an order in the comfort of their home or office, paying online through 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮’s secure platform or via cash-on-delivery The order is then carefully prepared by the restaurant or shop, picked up by the 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 delivery partner and delivered straight to their doorstep. 

Follow 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 on:

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-BENCH

 

 

Biggest MLBB esports tournament in the Philippines to send top two teams to MSC 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

May 9, 2024, Manila—The 13th edition of MPL Philippines, the nation's most prominent MLBB esports competition, will take place at a larger location in the South. Over 10,000 offline fans are expected to attend the playoff season, which will be place in SM Southmall, Las Piñas City, from May 22–26, 2024. Six teams—AP Bren, ECHO, Blacklist International, RSG Philippines, Minana EVOS, and ONIC Philippines—have meritoriously qualified for the playoffs.

• MPL Philippines Season 13 Playoffs head to SM South Mall, Las Piñas City for the first time from May 22-26, 2024. The event will welcome over 10,000 on-ground fans for the week.
• Six MPL Philippines teams will compete not just for the championship title, but the chance to represent the Philippines in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid Season Cup (MSC) 2024 featured at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 
• Dubbed 'Home of the Champions', the Philippines has a high chance of securing the title and taking home the biggest share of the prize pool worth USD 3 million.

Additionally, offline viewers can take part in a variety of on-ground events at the MPL Community Hub, which is housed at SM Southmall Game Park. Here, fans can experience a variety of activations, socialize with artists and cosplayers, and use the watch party space. There will be merchandise stalls set up by MPL-PH teams, allowing fans to purchase the newest jerseys, jackets, stickers, and other products.

Finally, following every series of matches, MPL-PH teams will have meet-and-greet events, providing fans with an opportunity to snap pictures with their heroes!

As the official telco partner, Smart Communications, Inc. supports MPL Philippines. Conversely, Infinix and MPL-PH have inked a long-term contract that will run for four seasons, beginning with season 13. The Infinix GT10 Pro will be the league's official tournament phone for Season 13.

The AirAsia MOVE app is the only place to get the ASEAN Explorer Pass with its special discount pricing of PHP13,488 till April 30. The pass will revert to its initial cost of PHP 14,888 after April 30.

Over 80,000 foreign flights are redeemed and flown each year, demonstrating the strong demand for travel within the ASEAN area, according to data from prior travel passes sold by AirAsia MOVE in December 2022. Enabling intra-ASEAN connectivity and accessibility to essential travel essentials like flights, hotels, and transportation is critical as ASEAN continues to grow as a significant hub for international trade and investment. Through AirAsia MOVE, Capital A is pleased to make it possible for more people to fully experience the varied landscapes of ASEAN.

"On behalf of ASEAN-BAC, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to AirAsia and AirAsia MOVE for this remarkable achievement," said Tan Sri Nazir Razak, Chairman of ASEAN-BAC Malaysia. The introduction of this pass is evidence of our shared goal of an ASEAN without borders, where obstacles are replaced by flights and bridges, and a celebration of our diversity as our greatest asset. In 2023, ASEAN welcomed 100 million foreign visitors, representing 70% of pre-pandemic levels. We are optimistic that AirAsia MOVE's efforts will significantly increase travel and boost the region's economy.

The redemption period for those who bought the "Asean Pass" in March 2024 will be extended to May 6, 2025, allowing them to travel until May 20, 2025. All current holders of Asean Passes will be affected by these changes starting on May 7, 2024. When converting to an "ASEAN Explorer Pass," holders of the ASEAN Passes who wish to redeem domestic destinations in nations other than their own (based on the nationality listed on their passport) will be subject to SST charges. To learn more, go to the FAQ page.

About AirAsia MOVE

AirAsia MOVE’s ecosystem includes OTA services such as flight bookings from over 700 airlines, including the World’s Best Low-Cost Carrier AirAsia, and 900,000 hotels worldwide plus ride-hailing, dining experiences, insurance, and more, underpinned by a robust loyalty program, MOVE Rewards. AirAsia MOVE won ‘Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency 2023’ by World Travel Awards in its first nomination in the OTA category. Complementing AirAsia MOVE is BigPay, Capital A Berhad's digital payment platform, which has streamlined financial transactions for travelers. 

With features such as real-time currency exchange and low-cost remittance services, BigPay has simplified the process of managing finances while traveling, eliminating the hassle of carrying physical currency or dealing with exorbitant transaction fees. Download the AirAsia MOVE app via the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Huawei App Gallery. 

Asia's Superstar Star Kathryn Bernardo is still making waves this year as she launches Century Tuna, the top tuna brand in the Philippines, and shows off her finest side.

“I’ve always found the Century Tuna Superbods to be inspiring and being a part of this campaign feels like a dream come true. It’s an honor to become part of the Century Tuna Superbods and through this campaign, I hope that I’ll also become an inspiration for every Filipino to let them enjoy full, happy, and healthy lives,” said Kathryn Bernardo.

Through the Best You Ever campaign, the Century Tuna Ambassador hopes to encourage Filipinos to embrace Century Tuna's philosophy that everybody can be a superbod. This is as she enters a new chapter of her life.

“Anyone can achieve the best version of themselves with the right discipline and determination, proper exercise and nutrition, and a good support system. So I encourage everyone to take that first step towards your 'Best You Ever' and join me in Century Tuna Superbods 2024! Let’s redefine fitness by embracing self-love, challenging growth, and inspiring others.,” Kathryn added.

Century Tuna's Superbods campaign, which debuted in 2006, pioneered the promotion of fitness, wellness, and an active lifestyle. This year, they're pushing for holistic self-improvement and self-love in their "Best You Ever" campaign, which goes above and above. As the top tuna brand, Century Tuna encourages customers to embrace their journey to becoming the healthiest and most positive versions of themselves.

All body kinds are celebrated and welcomed at Century Tuna Superbods 2024 Best You Ever. The mechanics of the #CenturyTunaSuperbodsBestYouEver are available here: bit.ly/superbodkath. Auditions are currently open.

Thanks for reading and see you in the next one!
-BENCH

Summer is an excellent time to renovate your house, purchase for school or job supplies, or simply fill your pantry. This summer, PLDT Home gives you more reasons to make the most of your upgrade or purchase, including the opportunity to win a P100,000 shopping trip.

Reward yourself with an upgrade and a shopping spree

There are numerous ways for PLDT Home members to earn raffle entries and win this once-in-a-lifetime vacation. First, you can upgrade your current PLDT Home Fiber plan to enjoy a more advanced digital experience at home, such as streaming your favorite movies and series, playing games with pals, doing office and schoolwork quickly, and more. 

Are you enjoying your fiber-fast speeds? You can still earn an entry if you purchase at least two (2) WiFi Mesh Systems. You can select between the latest TP-Link X55 WiFi6 mesh if you and your family enjoy high-bandwidth activities such as simultaneous streaming and gaming, and the TP-Link Deco M4 WiFi5 Mesh if you have simpler WiFi requirements such as boosting WiFi in all corners of your home.

Finally, if you're looking for ways to enjoy unli-entertainment, you can earn raffle entries by subscribing to a CignalTV Postpaid Plan, upgrading an existing CignalTV Plan, or using the newly launched PLDT Home StreamTV Android TV Box, which is a smart speaker that can also transform a regular TV into a smart TV.

An automated raffle draw will be held on May 6 to choose seven (7) winners, who will enjoy a shopping spree at SM Store Megamall on June 4, 2024. SM Gift Passes are valid at all SM Store affiliates, including the SM Store, SM Supermarket, SM Hypermarket, Uniqlo, Bata, Savemore Market, Under Armour, Forever21, Waltermart, Levi's Surplus, Brownies, Watsons, Our Home, Ace Hardware, Crate & Barrel, The Body Shop, Innisfree, Miniso, Pet Express, Kultura, Sports Central, Baby Company, Crocs, and Toy Kingdom. Winners can also utilize their SM Gift Card prizes to book stays at Pico Sands Hotel, Conrad Manila, Taal Vista, Park Inn by Radisson, and Radisson Blue Hotel.

Be one of the lucky seven winners and get everything you want and need this summer, courtesy of PLDT Home! PLDT Home's Shopping Spree Upgrade promotion is valid till April 30, 2024.

For more information, visit https://pldthome.com/shopping-spree-promo.

Thanks for reading and see you in the next one!
-BENCH

Photo by Red Bull

MANILA, Philippines - The Philippines has locked in its representatives to compete at the Red Bull Half Court 2024 in New York City, USA, following the last regional showdown in Manila last April 27 at the Bonifacio Shrine.

The journey to make it to this point has been nothing short of spectacular and exciting, as teams from across the country displayed incredible sportsmanship, skill, and resilience on the court. From thrilling buzzer-beaters to jaw-dropping dunks, the Red Bull Half Court series this year has been fierce, and yet only the top twenty-four teams: eight men’s qualifying teams, eight men’s wildcard teams, four women’s qualifying teams, and four wildcard teams, were left to compete at the Red Bull Half Court 2024 National Finals.

Last April 27, the qualifying teams with dreams of competing in New York battled it out on the court. Actor and basketball enthusiast Gerald Anderson was in attendance with his team, 3rd Floor. After advancing through the Pool Phase and facing off against four other teams, they reached the Quarter Finals. Despite a valiant effort, they were bested by TNT Tropang Giga with a score of 12-11.

“It was recommended to me. I was looking for a basketball event to compete in and Red Bull Half Court was perfect,” Gerald Anderson said, explaining how he came to know about the event. “Red Bull Half Court is intense,” he commented. “(It’s) very hot due to the intense heat, but overall the concept is great for everyone.”

In the end, Almond Vosotros, Levin Flores, Chester Saldua, and Matt Salem of TNT Tropang Giga and Sam Harada, Kaye Pingol, Eunique Chan, and Afril Bernardino of Uratex Dream earned the prestigious chance to represent the Philippines on the global stage for the Red Bull Half Court 2024 World Finals. Their hard work and dedication have evidently paid off, and these attributes brought them one step closer to their ultimate goal.

Photo by Red Bull

"Red Bull provided a lot of opportunities for the basketball community in the Philippines, from Cebu, (to) Davao, and here in Manila. It really is a great help for all of the players and we hope that Red Bull will continue this event (Red Bull Half Court) every year or even better if possible twice or thrice a year for everyone to play and participate " exclaimed Almond Vosotros from TNT Tropang Giga.

Kaye Pingol from Uratex Dream expressed their gratitude and enthusiasm to Red Bull for providing women an opportunity to be seen in a bigger stage, “Red Bull Half Court is a big win for our team, especially (since) women’s basketball isn’t often seen or given a bigger platform here in the Philippines.”

In addition to the thrilling matchups on the court, the Red Bull Half Court 2024 National Finals also featured performances by the Philippine All Stars, Pricetagg, Zae, and DJ Razikyle. Their electrifying routines brought an extra dimension of entertainment to the event, showcasing not only the incredible agility but also the vibrant cultural scene of the Philippines.

Moreover, amidst the basketball action and artistic performances, attendees were treated to an art showcase by Raco Ruiz. His unique artistic vision brought a touch of creativity and flair to the event. Red Bull’s collaboration with Raco Ruiz and the Manila LGU extended to the revamping of a chosen basketball court for a local community in Manila, including painting a mural for the floor and hoop backstops. Adding to the spectacle, live art demonstrations on the hoop backstops further enriched the atmosphere and highlighted both sports and artistry in the country.

Photo by Red Bull

“This is a really big opportunity, not only for us but women’s basketball in general, to have an opportunity to showcase our talent, and we are extremely happy that we won and will be representing the Philippines in New York,” said Kaye Pingol of Uratex Dream.

The Red Bull Half Court 2024 World Finals will take place in New York this October, where the best street basketball talent from around the globe will battle it out in an unforgettable series of tournaments. As each team prepares for their next challenge, they carry with them the hopes and dreams of a nation united by the love of the game.

For more information and updates regarding the World Finals of Red Bull Half Court, visit the Red Bull website and the following social media pages (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok )

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About Red Bull

Red Bull gives wings to people and ideas. As a functional beverage, we give wings to people by vitalizing the body and mind – supporting their dreams and aspirations through their passion for sports.

Thanks for reading and see you in the next one!
-BENCH