SM CITY CLARK is now the home of the largest and greatest PYRO show in the world.

The much awaited 10th Philippine International PyroMusical Competition has finally begun and CBF PyroTechnics from Belgium takes the pride to be the first contender to present their masterpiece.

Meanwhile, the Philippines very own Platinum Fireworks Inc. entertains the crowd with the stunning exhibition they launch at the start of the program and opens the start of the competition last February 23, 2019.

SM Supermalls will move the loth PIPC from SM Mall of Asia to SM City Clark in Angeles City, Pampanga starting on February 23 to March 30, 2019 in full support of the ongoing Manila Bay Rehabilitation Program of the DENR.

For the past 9 years, the pyrotechnics have always complied with the international standards for environmental safety, at par with countries like Canada, Australia, Hongkong and famous theme parks around the world. The Philippine International Pyromusical Competition ( PIPC ) is a tradition at the SM Mall of Asia that has brought endless enjoyment to millions of Filipinos each year.

The Philippine International Pyromusical Competitions annual program has 10 competing countries who take on a battle of breathtaking fireworks performances amid symphony of sounds.

On March 2, Germanys 9th PIPC champs "Steffes-Olig Feuerwerke" and Portugals" Pirotecnia Minhota" will treat the crowd with their tradition and mastery of skills in the sky.

The Pampanga skyline will witness France's "Brezac Artifices" followed by a burst of vibrant colors by Finland's Oy Pyroman On March 9, 

Italy's very own "Viviano S.R. L" and last years champion, United Kingdom's "Pyrotex Fireworx" will battle it out on March 16.

Canada's turn to paint the night sky bursting with colors on March 23 with the very own "Fireworks Spectaculars and Chinas Polaris Fireworks will surely stun the crowds.

To cap off the competition and close a decade of the best pyromusical exhibition in the Philippines, March 30 promises the most spectacular display of colors and surprises with Poland's Surex Firma Rodzinna and the Philippines own Platinum Fireworks Inc in a grand finale like no other.

The annual PIPC Photo Contest will also highlight entries from amateur and professional photographers wherein winners will receive special prizes from PIPC's partners and sponsors.

Tickets to the most-awaited 10th PIPC are available at www.pyrophilippines.com or through SM Tickets, SM Cinemas, SM Mall of Asia ticket booths starting February 13, and at SM City Clark ticket booths starting February 14, ranging from the Patron with dinner at P1,800, VIP at P600, Gold at P350 and Silver at P120. Ticket prices will be different on the closing day of 10thPIPC. Ticket coupons will be available for purchase in Metrodeal starting February 13, 2019.

This magnificent family-friendly bonding experience is made possible with Platinum Fireworks Inc., the City of Angeles, Pampanga, the Department of Tourism Promotions Board, Philippine Reclamation Authority and our many sponsors.

For more information about PIPC show schedules, visit the SM Supermalls social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and http://bit.ly/l0thPIPCFAQs or call any of the following hotline numbers:

Platinum: 0966-9682256; 0947-5989523; ( 02 ) 3591486
SM Mall of Asia: ( 02 ) 556-0660
Maison: ( 02 ) 946-3848
SM By The Bay: ( 02 ) 556-6244
SM City Clark: ( 045 ) 499-0198
SM Tickets: ( 02 ) 470-2222
Metro Deal: ( 02 ) 823-1955

Ortigas ART Festival 2019 at Estancia Capitol Commons

Before the official opening for public viewing, the Ortigas Art Festival 2019 held its Media Launch on February 20, 2019 - Estancia Capitol Commons 2/F Bridgeway and to formally inaugurate the Art exhibit, a ribbon cutting was led by the Arch. Renee Bacani VP of Ortigas Company.

Now on its second year, following its successful turnout last year. The exhibit continues to put its efforts towards establishing Estancia as the art hub of Ortigas. This year’s approach brought individual artists to the spotlight, showcasing their creative individuality and placing them at the forefront of the art scene.

Ortigas & Company launched the 10-day Ortigas Art Festival to assert their commitment to bringing arts and culture closer to the people. It was the idea of Renato Habulan, a renowned social realist painter, to tap the various groups of artists from all over the country and give them a venue to exhibit their works. Ortigas Malls was receptive to the idea of promoting grassroots participation in the art scene. No gallery representation – just artists working together; no admission charge for the viewers – walk through the art for free.

Among the featured artists is master engraver Benjie Torrado Cabrera, the only engraver in the country specializing in this laborious, centuries-old medium. His works, which are complex in detail, are inspired by his interest in cosmology, with geometric shapes and spheres that signify the universe.

Another one to look out for is Darwin “Japat” Guevarra, a  self-taught artist inspired by the works of masters and his peers, showcases works that reflect his concepts of life and social realism, expressed through his mastery of the paintbrush, sculpting, photography, and experimenting with scrap and molded materials.

The rapidly-evolving festival has already grabbed the attention of various artists from across the globe, including some from New York, Los Angeles, and Singapore who want to become part of this movement-- a sign that bigger and better things will come about in the coming years for Ortigas Art Festival.

Inspired by Ronald Castrillo, Richard discovered a natural fondness for bending, crafting, cutting, welding and molding materials – which will be showcased at the art festival. Make sure to check out the works of Richard Buxani, an architect who has since harnessed his talent to create sculptures made out of metal.

"Ortigas & Company is delighted to see that support for contemporary Philippine art has been growing. As part of our commitment to the arts, we are holding the second run of this art festival in the hope that this will increase appreciation for the creative individuality of artists. By holding this in Estancia, we are also making art accessible to Filipinos, especially for our mall patrons and the Capitol Commons community,” concluded Arch. Renee Bacani, VP of Ortigas & Company. 

Her works express the minimal, abstract, and even the surreal aspects of places she visits. Also in the spotlight is photographer Bern Wong, with her camera that has captured the most moving meditative and breathtaking landscapes she has seen encountered in her travels. 

Also joining the art festival are artists from all over the country, whose works mirror the great talent of Filipino artists. The roster includes AgawXena, Agos Kulay Maynila, Banta Artist Initiative, Himbon, Biskeg, The Guild, Group Artists of Taytay, Association of Pinoy Printmakers, Hilaga, and Westgrove Fine Arts.

To create a more interactive and immersive art experience, various activities have also been lined up, which visitors can join for free. On February 23, master engraver Benjamin Cabrera shows his prowess in print-making. For those interested in watercolors, watercolor artist Peter Sutcliffe will hold tutorials on February 24 and March 2. On March 3, Renato Habulan introduces guests to Print Alla Prima with the Master. Throughout the festival, the public is also encouraged to participate through the “Comment Areas” where they can share their thoughts and opinions to let the artists know how their works are perceived.

For updates and more information on the Ortigas Art Festival, connect through its Instagram and Facebook page and use the hashtag #OrtigasArtFestival.

Hurry gather your family and friends

SmartFuture Loyalty Program Mobile App Launching

Adopting the latest trend in the market and to provide convenience to their loyal consumers, Smartfuture has step up its Loyalty Membership Program into digital by launching their latest Mobile App which held at their office in Makati. 

The app is powered by RUSH, a customer engagement program which provides digital solutions together with the biggest communication provider, Globe Telecom.

Members of the Loyalty Program can enjoy the rewards at the convenient of their fingertips. Looking at accumulated points or spending it made so easy by this Mobile App. Smartfuture App also allows its members to have full access on their account.

Smartfuture’s Loyalty Program was created with the goal of providing better customer service and experience. It is also the first electronic gadget store with this kind of program in the country. Started out in the form of a card where customers have to collect stamps for their every visit at any Smartfuture stores. Upon reaching a certain number of purchases, customers received rewards such as discounts on products.

As many as 84% of consumers say they’re more prone to stick with a brand that offers a loyalty program. And 66% of customers say the ability to earn rewards actually changes their spending behavior.”

Smartfuture Mobile App – Digitalizing the relationship with loyal customers

The app can now be downloaded both at Play Store and App Store. Existing members can directly log in using their mobile number and 4-digit PIN. A digital card with QR Code can also be found inside the app; simply show the QR code in any Smartfuture branches to instantly avail the loyalty perks.

The main highlight of Smartfuture App is its new reward system. Smartfuture made sure that only the best rewards are to be given to their customers by including brands like: Jollibee, Mcdonalds, 7-eleven, Grab, Red Ribbon, Master Siomai, Siomai House, Smart, Garena, and Lazada.

The New Smartfuture Loyalty Program

Smartfuture Loyalty Program is a paid-membership. It has 2 types of membership; Exclusive and Gold. This is to give loyal customers a choice as to what type of membership suits the members’ needs.

EXCLUSIVE GOLD

• 1,500 annual membership fee
• 5% off on all mobile phones and 10% off on all accessories
• Earn reward points 1,000 annual membership fee
• 5% off on all mobile phones and 10% off on all accessories

For every for every 100 pesos = 1 point; 1point=1 peso. Accumulated points are as good as cash and can be used to redeem rewards from our partner merchants. Members can choose through a huge variety of rewards from categories such food, shopping, and even services. 

With the tagline “Reward Yourself”, Smartfuture believes that rewarding yourself is important and absolutely necessary but need not be expensive. With more than 300 loyalty members, Smartfuture promises to deliver quality and memorable customer experience.

For more information about Smartfuture’s Loyalty Program like their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SmartFuturePH/ and follow them on Twitter and Instagram at @smartfuturePH.

ABOUT SMARTFUTURE

Smartfuture is a one-stop-shop for electronics with the goal of being the first choice of Filipinos in buying electronic products. Smartfuture offers a huge variety of products from brands like Xiaomi, Meizu, RealMe, Anker, Roidmi, Tronsmart and many more. Established in 2017, it has four physical stores located at Ayala Malls Feliz in Pasig, Circuit Makati, Vertis North Quezon City and Festival Mall in Alabang. Smarfuture visions to be the leading provider of SMART solutions from globally recognized high technology companies that deliver innovative business and life solutions that help create a better FUTURE for the Filipino people.

Rico’s Lechon opens its fifth store at the heart of Manila

Rico’s Lechon is bringing Cebu’s best lechon right in the heart of Manila as it opens its fifth store at SM Mall of Asia Complex, Level 1, South Wing, Seaside Avenue in Pasay. It's another exciting and mouthwatering addition to the dazzling bay area along Seaside Avenue.

What’s more satisfying than biting into the Queen City’s iconic spicy lechon as you soak up the famous Manila Bay sunset? Sharing this priceless moment—and scrumptious Cebuano fare—with all your loved ones, of course.

Following the opening of Rico’s Lechon Fort Entertainment Complex at Bonifacio Global City, Top of the Glo at Glorietta, Tiendesitas in Ortigas, and U.P. Town Center in Quezon City, this newest branch takes advantage of its beautiful location offer an ample 200-seating capacity space with al fresco dining so diners can enjoy their mealtime with a view and cool sea breeze.

But dining indoors is just as pleasant with eye-catching tropical interiors, wooden furnishings, homey touches that boast of familial atmosphere and bring to mind the quintessential Pinoy salu-salo where people’s hearts are just as full as their stomachs.

And for good reason. Besides its popular lechon, the restaurant offers a number of all-new specialty dishes to please every palate, such as the sinigang boneless bangus, sizzling chicken steak, tortang talong with lechon, fried chicken coated with homestyle sauce, and the lechon fingers with sweet and sour sauce. More shake flavors have been added as well, like mocha, cookies and cream, fruity strawberry, bloody watermelon, and sago at gulaman.

While for those looking for an afternoon fill, Rico’s Lechon is now offering a merienda selection of senior pit lechon mami, lechon arrozcaldo, lechsilog (lechon, sinangag, at itlog), diniguan at puto, and a set of dinuguan, puto, at plain rice.

VALENTINE’S DAY EXCLUSIVE
Available across all branches in Metro Manila, you and your loved one can enjoy a date at Rico’s Lechon with its exclusive set meals, offered only on February 14! Try Set A (P700) which consists of lechon sisig, chicken skin, monggoes, two orders of plain rice, two pandan tapiocas, and two bloody watermelon shakes. Have a taste of dishes in Set B (P900) that includes chicken inasal, garlicky squid balls, chopsuey, two plain rice, two pandan tapiocas, and two bloody watermelon shakes. If you’re looking for more variety of dishes, there’s Set C (P1000) where you will get to delight on camaron rebosado, eggplant salad, lechon sinigang, adobong kangkong, two plain rice, two pandan tapiocas, and two bloody watermelon shakes.

Being the first Filipino brand in the roster of international restaurant brands operated by Meat Concepts Corporation, headed by George Pua, Rico’s Lechon’s Manila debut, as well as the arrival of its famed cooks and roasting team from Cebu, was met with much anticipation and lip-smacking fanfare when it first opened its double doors last August 3, 2018.

As it continues to expand in Manila, Rico’s Lechon continues to prove as “Da best gyud!” through its growing institution for many residing in Cebu, Metro Manila, and visitors from all over the world.

Open from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, including takeout orders. For inquiries, you may contact Rico’s Lechon SM Mall of Asia at 0977-809-2143 or 940-2191, Rico’s Lechon Tiendesitas at 0917-895-0000, 234-9954, 234-9944 or DSL/fax at 234-9996, Rico’s Lechon BGC at 0917-844-7067, Rico’s Lechon Mactan at 0917-111-3000, 032-402-0845, or 032-383-1498, and Rico’s Lechon Talamban at 0917-102-7553. For more information, visit www.ricoslechon.com.