It's been a very blessed and fruitful year for Kwento Ni Toto and that's because of you, dear readers. You've made us strive more to share stories that we've been to, heard and saw. We even shared some of the treats that you like. With that we extend our gratitude and thanks. Thank you!

To all the companies, PR firms, brands and products thank you for having us in your campaigns, launches, and events. The experiences that we had are stories worth not only of writing but sharing as well. It was a once in a life time experience and every moment is story to remember and share.

To all the friends, acquaintances and people we met along the journey, thank you!

Few more hours 2014 will be a memory and we will be welcoming 2015. A new year ahead of us to make stories and share the blessings.

Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles is the sequel of Tiktik which picks up where it ended in a place called Pulupandan. It is where the whole massacre happened.

Aside from being part of a franchise, Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles also marks the comeback of GMA Films, being one of the film’s co-producers with Reality Entertainment and Agosto Dos. The franchise is formally inked with the momentous contract signing of the entities.

For every packages that we received from our love ones is a happiness that these people, the messengers, brings to us. Get to know these messengers and know how they manage to deliver things for the customers.

This is one way of paying tribute to these people who does the job done for the company and for the recipient of every packages that they deliver.

If the last time was little this time is much bigger as Vic Sotto’s entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is set to make another blockbuster film, titled as “My Big Bossing”. This movie brings an ensemble of all-star cast and three of this country’s high-calibre directors. Three-in-one package of different stories for the kids and kids-at-heart

Just few weeks after the All Soul’s Day, Healthway Medical the country’s trusted and most preferred network of mall-based clinic made a bang of rhythm and steps at the activity center of Glorietta with their Dance for Health 2: Take the Lead as they search for the best dance group from among the country’s top corporations in Metro Manila.

Kwento Ni Toto shares the trailer of this intriguing and liberating movie film entry under Philippians Productions & Events, Inc., “Bonifacio, Ang Unang Pangulo”. It’s a movie where we all can learn more about our past and about the struggle of a Filipino Hero. 

BONIFACIO, ANG UNANG PANGULO

Movie
Biopic Film

Entry for Metro Manila Film Festival

Philippians Productions & Events, Inc

Big things are great but small things are cuter, so which one will you choose? Well for Kwento Ni Toto big sizes of food can really fill the tummy but this burger chain that we’ve met in TriNoma Mall is small in size but big in taste. So what’s this burger chain that we’ve bump into? It’s the Slammin’ Mini Burger, it’s small but it is slammin’ great.

Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao’s fight with Chris Algieri got no secret for winning the match. No one knows how the match will come out, the people’s champ Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao got a record standing of 56-5-2 while Chris Algieri shows a record of 20-0. Algieri is much taller and with longer arm length than Pacquiao. Based on the record standing and physical appearance, Algieri got the advantage on this fight and Pacquiao is thought to be in a good press to defend the WBO Welterweight belt. All that Kwento Ni Toto knows that Pacman is disciplined and of course he takes a good remedy if muscle pains occur.

Do you know what happens to toys donated for Jollibee’s Maaga Ang Pasko by kind-hearted people like you? To be honest Kwento Ni Toto doesn’t really know what happens after placing those toys inside the Jollibee Maaga Ang Pasko box. We thought it goes straight to children this Christmas but we were wrong because just recently, Jollibee invited media and bloggers to cover and participate in the clean-up phase of the campaign and co-presenting is the official detergent partner, Breeze. Gathering all the toy donations nationwide for Jollibee’s 20th Maaga Ang Pasko sure is a very tedious activity and much more is the sorting and cleaning of the gathered toys, Kwento Ni Toto got a taste of that. Becoming a Jolly Toy Scout for a day.

If you’re familiar with the history of Vietnam, the war and what happened to its people, well Philippines is one of its neighboring countries, one of the places of their exodus. Vietnamese took refuge in our country and there are two places where Vietnamese settled in the Philippines for a certain period of time, one is in Bataan and the other one is in Palawan. As these Vietnamese refugees settled their community so are their culture and their food, the flavors that they impart to us.

Work can really be stressful at times and it is advisable to have a break when it is time to have a break. Even machine do need to stop and cool down. Working people gets more productive if they have breaks in between of works. Just like what Kwento Ni Toto did when its break time, went to have a break and have Auntie Anne’s Kit Kat Wind-Upz.

Most people definitely despise mathematics. Its complexity makes it hard and definitely unlovable but if you take it seriously and enjoy solving the problems it’s just like doing the house chores, most particularly the laundry. If you’re wondering why, well here’s the equation – dirty clothes all over water and detergent plus fabric softener is equals to a very nice, fragrant and clean clothes. Simple isn't it! For Kwento Ni Toto that’s the simplest equation that can come up with inside the house but what about if it is done in big venue or big celebration like the Higantes Festival? Well, Ariel, one of the known brands in the market when it comes to stain removing, did the biggest test.

Zanjoe Marudo is in a controversial seat right now, of course who wouldn't be if you’re a bachelor and you’re having little kids calling you Dad. After playing the character of Gido in Analiza who stands as her father, he is now playing another role of a bachelor Dad in this latest TV series which will air on ABS CBN’s Primetime Bida entitled “DREAM DAD”. Yes, he’s playing another daddy role and the fact that Zanjoe Marudo isn't a Dad yet. Well, whatever the role is Zanjoe make sure he does his craft very well. And to give more of what’s the story behind, Kwento Ni Toto shares some of the insights shared during the press conference held at the ELJ Building together with the casts of DREAM DAD.

Another day where the city is at its quiet state, no crime activities and no traffic. Yes every thing is in order and perhaps most of the people are getting their orders in restaurants or other establishment waiting for the big fight. Their waiting to watch and witness the Pacquiao and Algieri bout, Pacquiao will be defending the WBO Welterweight Belt. Everyone will definitely going to be still and will watch eagerly whether it is on live streaming or pay per view or even it is on delayed telecast.

This will be another fight for the "Pambansang Kamao" and so far there are different reviews and expectations about the outcome of the fight but Kwento Ni Toto will be sharing our thoughts and prediction for this bout.  

Kwento Ni Toto once again brings to you an invitation to grab your tickets to next years "The Head Or Heart Tour" of Christina Perri Live in Manila. This is made possible by Midas Promotions and Christina Perri will be performing at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on March 5, 2015.

So, question goes as you wait for the event next year, in love "should you rely on your heart of your head?". As you make your head turn upside down for the answer here's the details about Christina Perri's songs, stories and tales about her.

If you like to be the first to know who won that award in an award-giving body, the first you got to do is watch out for the time and station where it will be shown. So, to help you with that Kwento Ni Toto shares the schedule of the Hollywood Film Awards (HFA) which will air on November 15, Saturday 9:00 am (8:00am JKT/BKK) and that is on RTL CBS Entertainment HD.

photo from Dona Elena Cuisinera Club

If you have read our post about the National Pasta Month here at Kwento Ni Toto then you'll definitely enjoy the holiday season as the Doña Elena Cuisinera Club grow more with a community of individuals who champion healthy lifestyles without compromising the quality and flavor of food. Through the cooking classes, nutrition talks and food tasting activities, the community is able to learn, cook, and share tips on healthy living through eating.

Kwento Ni Toto is up again to share some new things to expect with Magic. As Jack 'n Jill continue to ride with the flow and change of time, the brand is set to burst out their Magic-al surprises. Take note there are plenty of new things with magic that will entice Magic consumers more.

Friday night is sure a sizzling hit for the young working class or the yuppies. This is the night to spend a quality stress-free night out of the dreadful four corners of the office. Gladly, there are top 3 things to enjoy and sizzle the night with one of the place in Makati. Located along the street of Pasong Tamo Extension, 121 Grille and Restaurant is where the things sizzle. Kwento Ni Toto may not be as young as the other working professional but can sure knows how to have a good night out.

Okay we just remembered that we did feature The Script before on Kwento Ni Toto their latest album entitled No Sound Without Silence with their single "Superheroes". So, this time we will be sharing what's an upcoming for The Script Philippine fans on 2015, what else but their concert. Yes, The Script will be having their Manila concert next year. The Script fans save this date and venue...

Just right before the month of October ends Doña Elena Al Dente invited bloggers to celebrate the National Pasta Month. Kwento Ni Toto is a pasta lover but this is the first time that we've heard of a celebration that recognizes pasta and not just a single day but whole month celebration. It is great that we've managed to be in the event and know what it is all about. Since the name of the brand pertains to an Italian term, attendees thought of this for sure “How do you like your pasta?” Of course we like it AL DENTE!

It’s another great morning for Kwento Ni Toto! The sun is up and shining! It’s a clear morning without the hassle of getting wet and it’s a wonderful morning to experience an Italian cuisine for breakfast and of course some fusion dishes. Yup we’ll be saying Buon Giorno for this particular day as we indulge ourselves in a gastronomically healthy breakfast at Ristorante Bigoli right at the heart of Eastwood City.

Food on-the-gos are just some of the treats that Kwento Ni Toto love whenever hunger strikes on a very hectic days. Yes, we love to do have our food fast and easy when things need to get fast as well. Just like us, most career-driven people nowadays lead such fast-paced lifestyles that leave little room for indulgence. With back-to-back meetings and never ending deadlines, even food breaks become a task to be completed at the shortest possible time. In this scenario, ready-to-eat snacks that are both tasty and heavy enough to satisfy one’s hunger have become the more convenient option for those who have little time for meal time.

What’s New and What’s Next is San Marino’s big fair event that happened last October 11, 2014 at the Mercato Central in Bonifacio Global City. It was an event of introduction, excitement and thrill. Kwento Ni Toto was able to catch the moment how Daniel Matsunaga did a capoeira on stage as he was introduced to the media as the new endorser for San Marino. Aside from that media and bloggers were also given a chance to be daring with the 5 adventurous activities at the fair. These daring activities are the Wall Climbing, Rappelling, Bungee Run, Vecro Wall Jump and the most thrilling of all activities is the flying trapeze. Unfortunately, Kwento Ni Toto wasn’t able to try these activities for certain reasons. Not scared or chickened out but time.

If you had seen flipping cracker stunts gone viral on Instagram, well then you’ve just witnessed Hansel Crackers’ recently concluded promo contest called the Hansel Cracker Catch or HCC. The contest was created to give exotic and adventurous new way of enjoying your crackers. Kwento Ni Toto did catch the flipping stunts of crackers made by entrants of the promo with Gelli Victor as host of the program together with a unique set up of the venue, dancers flipped and showcased their stunts to onlookers and mall goers.

Few days ago Kwento Ni Toto went to an event where cooks are considered idols and creativity are put into cooking. It’s a clash of wits and taste buds aspiring to be The Next Cusina Idol. It’s Melawares Culinary Clash, unleashing the cooking talent of participants, students and aspirant cook. Armed with their cooking skills and fueled by their passion for food, ten (10) cooking enthusiasts and culinary students joined to battle it out on “The Next Cusina Idol Cook-Off Challenge.” The event is hosted by Melawares, the popular high-quality melamine tableware and Urban Kitchen, the complete restaurant and food service solution.

If you're not fond of horror movies then this movies are not for you but if you like to watch and get thrilled then you got four movies to pick your choice or you can watch them all. Kwento Ni Toto shares this information about SM Cinema and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) brings you a chilling sensation down to your spine as they present and relive Filipino horror folklore to their Sineng Pambansa Horror Plus Film Festival.  The horror film festival reanimates famous stories about ghosts and paranormal entities. Stories that once made us all shiver and quiver whenever the old ones tells this stories. All happening this October.

It’s a Thursday afternoon and Kwento Ni Toto is up for a melodic beauty of the female survivor of the artista search in the country. Perhaps this day can be called as a throwback Thursday for Jennylyn Mercado as she shares in the blog conference her career right after winning as the Ultimate Female Survivor of the reality artista search, StarStruck. Her humble beginning and up to now sums up to her first decade in the entertainment industry and to mark that she releases her latest album “Never Alone” under GMA Records.

It was Kwento Ni Toto's first time to be in one of Solaire Resort and Casino's suite and honestly it was truly admirable and a jaw-dropping scene. It was on the 16th floor of the hotel suite and it was really awesome. I felt like a VIP that time. Who wouldn't, we got the room for us all though we're not going sleep there, there were buffet table of heavenly, tasty and mouthwatering cuisines like pork puff, charred king salmon gravlax on honey mustard hollandaise, mushroom salpicao, duck liver mousse, lobster spring rolls, and more, to include there were waiters on the side waiting to serve us with our drinks. The luxury and treatment of a first class hotel that will house hundreds of players on the upcoming World Poker Tour. Yes, the whole bloggers' night is about letting us all bloggers feel the hospitality of Solaire and of course the highlight of the event, the Poker game.

Lancaster New City, one of the rising property developments in Cavite, has made another interesting addition to their list of house models. Just recently, Kwento Ni Toto was able to have a peek of the newest houses that Lancaster New City offers. Not just a peek but we’ve actually visited the ins and outs, the bare and the dressed, and the corner and not of these brand new house models.

A few days ago Kwento Ni Toto was invited to have a sneak peek of what's in store for people who will be joining Big Bite! The Northern Food Festival which will happen this coming October 17 to 19, 2014. Said event is presented by Marquee Mall, Ayala Mall's premier destination for shopping, leisure and entertainment in the province of Pampanga and in partnership with different agencies, namely Department of Tourism, Department of Trade and Industry, Angeles Tourism Office, North Luzon Expressway, Bank of the Philippine Islands and Lifestyle Network.

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Kwento Ni Toto goes foreign again in sharing TV shows and series this time but of course all are shown locally through RTL CBS Entertainment HD. What’s even great is that all fans of X Factor UK will get a chance to watch its 11th season. The show will air on October 12 & 13 and that’s Sunday and Monday via satellite at 10:30AM (9:30AM JKT/BKK) Primetime encore at 9:00PM (8:00PM JKT/BKK)

Kwento Ni Toto faced so much storms this past few months and we've really been through some different things that changed our lives. Still, we are thankful that we're able to get into the stream line of events, music, movies, food and much more. It's a blessing in life to be thankful and be grateful.

Happy Ever After is Maya and Ser Chief's Be Careful With My Heart dedication to all Kapamilya viewers who have been with them from the time that the noontime Pinoy TV series aired. Jodi and Richard thank their loyal supporters with non-stop "Moments of Love and Happiness".

During the press conference of Be Careful With My Heart, all casts are either teary-eyed or crying already as they reveal that the TV Series is ending very soon. For Kwento Ni Toto it wasn't just a night of bidding farewell but leaving a legacy of lessons in life from the cast.

If you like the cool and chilling beat of Jason Mraz songs then you'll probably wouldn't want to miss when he returns to the Philippines this coming November 27 gig which will happen at Smart Araneta. Kwento Ni Toto shares this press release to all Jason Mraz fans. Read the details below.

We all want a night long relaxing sleep. Yes, as Kwento Ni Toto make you long for those lengthy hours of comfortable sleep, first of all enjoy in this story of sleepy solution event transpired last September 4, 2014 at SM Megamall entitled My Home Event.

As what every family long for, a bed is just the right tool for the family to rejuvenate ones body, mind and soul after the long hours of being away from home for work. Uratex, the leader in foam manufacturing in the Philippines and the designer and producer of premium mattresses, emphasizes the importance of sleeps in every family because the family who enjoys a good sleep is happier, healthier, and does more bonding activities.

Getting a chance to be part of the thousand of people cheering for Gilas Pilipinas is a once-in-a-lifetime and what's more exciting is meeting your idol in person in FIBA World Cup. A great pride and honor is what these Filipino basketball fans felt. From left to right of the photo, Jerome Hernandez, Jeiel Guarino, Andrew Penaranda, Mike Cleofe and Jose Clipper Besin who pose with Gilas Pilipinas, Marc Pingris.