Australian pop artist Ruel, who recently held a free mall show in Taguig City, will be presenting his inaugural Manila concert on May 26, 2023 (Friday) at the Samsung Hall, starting at 8:00 PM.

The promising newcomer is slated to perform in several Asian cities, including Manila, for his 4TH Wall World Tour.

As a treat to the loyal fans who have been instrumental in making Ruel’s debut full-length album, 4TH Wall a huge crossover success, Sony Music Entertainment is running a Southeast Asia-wide campaign ona TikTok from May 3 to 19, 2023.

Filipino fans who would be using his TikTok filter can get the chance to win a ‘meet and greet’ session with Ruel at his upcoming Manila show this month.

Here are the mechanics for the contest:
1. The sound “IF AND/OR WHEN” must be used as audio for the video.
2. The entry must include the hashtags #IAOWPH and #Ruel4thWallContest in the caption.
3. There will be 5 winners (who will be chosen based on the videos with the most views). The contest is limited to those 18 and above, Philippine residents, and must be ticket holders. The promo runs on TikTok only.

For the full mechanics, please check out the Sony Music Philippines link.

Ruel’s “IF AND/OR WHEN,” a song off his new album, 4TH Wall is currently going viral in the Philippines and the rest of Asia, peaking at No. 23 on Spotify’s Viral 50 – Philippines chart.

The song is part of Ruel’s new album, 4TH Wall, which debuted at No. 3 in Australia and peaked at No. 10 in New Zealand. The Australian singer-songwriter’s new album received positive acclaim from music critics, with Clash Magazine praising it for “hauling down the walls while letting fans into his world.” Music publication Milky Milky Milky gave Ruel’s debut record, 4 stars, calling it “a multi-faceted body of work that cements his place as one of Australia's most engaging contemporary acts.”

RUEL 4TH Wall: Live in Manila is presented by Wilbros Live. Tickets are available via SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide.

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.

Another great big, big, SALE is in town and it's happening this weekend as Manila celebrates MANILA DAY. So brace yourselves for big discounts and great finds.

Manila Day Sale happening on JUNE 15-16-17 at the center Manila at SM CITY MANILA!

Enjoy up to 70% off from all participating stores whether it may be for fashion, personal care, grocery, and food. And that's going to happen in SM CITY MANILA!

Hope to bump in with you at this weekend the great Manila Day Sale!!!



More info about the sale...

SM CITY MANILA is a favorite hangout destination for thousands of students from nearby schools and universities; and with a shopping selection that offers countless choices, it’s no surprise.

SM CITY MANILA is home to the hottest trends in fashion and personal care like
Chicabooti, Cache Cache,
G by Guess, Levis,
Payless Shoesource,
Charles and Keith, CLN,
Tony Moly, Etude House, etc.
- and with the inclusion of Cyberzone - the latest gadgets and gizmos as well.

Be sure to check out newly opened restaurants like
BonChon, Hainanese Delights, Chatime, and Kangaroo Jack when you get hungry!

SHOPPING + DINING = SM CITY MANILA!!! SEE YOU ALL SM CITY MANILA for MANILA DAY SALE!!!

One of our correspondent Jefferson Montas were able to get a taste of what Comida China de Manila offers. It was a delightfully tummy fillers according to Jefferson. Too bad he was just too conscious enough about his figure that he just tasted a right amount of servings.


So if you're looking for great Chinese cooking and taste just head on to the Comida China de Manila.

Here's an information about Comida China de Manila.



Filipino culture is richly embroidered with both Spanish and Chinese influences, with cuisine as the centerpiece attraction.

How the two cultures have blended perfectly in its host Filipino country is revealed in the names that Chinese dishes were called around the 1900s, with some names surviving through the present era.

Ever heard of Morisqueta Tostada? Pueco con Agreo Dulce? Camaron Rebosado, Ampalaya con Carne? All these Spanish sounding dishes are actually delicious, authentic Chinese food. Fried Rice, Sweet Sour Pork, Shrimps in Batter and Bitter Melon with Beef are what they are, respectively. And certified foodies of yesteryears did not go hunting for “Chinese Food” when they had food cravings or wanted to eat out with family and friends. They looked for “Comida China” (literally Chinese food in Spanish) which to old Manilans referred to that distinct style of panciteria fare in Binondo from the early 1900’s to the 1970’s.


Now, Panciteria San Jacinto – one of the favourite Chinese restaurants of Manilans in the pre-war and post-war era which has survived to this day – has changed its name to Comida China de Manila. Located along E. Rodriguez, Jr. Ave. (C5) in Pasig City, the present-day Panciteria San Jacinto is a favourite destination of Chinese food aficionados in the metro. Big Chinese families, Pinoy families on weekend feasts, regular foodies, office workers in the area and seekers of good Chinese food pay regular pilgrimages to the place to satisfy their palates. The lure of bountiful lauriats, all-time Chinese favourites and the discovery of new things on the menu (like dimsum and the unique, flavourful Comida China Soup) have lured them to Panciteria San Jacinto-Pasig since it opened in 1996.


“Panciteria San Jacinto was one of the famous and favourite destinations for “comida china” since the pre-war years (it was first established in 1894), and we have been privileged to keep its legacy going through the years. We are happy to have revived the name and identity of the famous restaurant. We are also proud that we have taken its cuisine to new heights and made Panciteria San Jacinto’s comida china available to younger generations, thanks to our joint venture with its original owners,” explains Benny V. Torres, President of Comida China de Manila, Inc.

But Panciteria San Jacinto is only one of several Chinese restaurants that catered to old Manilans in that bygone era, Benny says. Only very few have survived to this day. In July this year, the Torres family, which runs Panciteria San Jacinto-Pasig and other restaurants like Mom and Tina’s and The Red Rickshaw Restaurant in Pampanga, decided to change the name of Panciteria San Jacinto to Comida China de Manila.


“We want to keep history alive and get younger generations in touch with the glorious past of Chinese restaurants along T. Pinpin street in Binondo, which by the way was originally named Calle San Jacinto. We chose Comida China de Manila as our new name because it is representative of all the panciterias of that era. Besides, the restaurant has evolved into something more than a panciteria. To begin with our Pasig branch, a full service 400-seater restaurant, is well appointed and comfortable. Our menu remains faithful to the classic Cantonese fare served in Binondo, complemented with new dishes put together by our Chief Cook who began his career in the very first Panciteria San Jacinto restaurant along T. Pinpin Street. The new name will also suit the vintage Manila look of our interiors, which is in the works.” Benny adds.

The Torres Family chose to take a different direction from the old panciteria concept of the Pasig restaurant by opting for a more formal and upscale ambience, says Benny, but the food at Comida China de Manila remains affordable to its clientele. Served in desired portions to match both pocket and appetite, old favourites and new fare are offered in poquito (half small or grazing portions), small, medium and large serving sizes.

Catering and in-house feasts are all still part of the Comida China de Manila offerings.

Younger generations who may not have even heard of the term “comida china” are suddenly discovering the charm of experiencing Chinese food with Spanish titles, observes Benny.


“It’s part of our mixed culture. The food itself and the names of the dishes are all part of our history. Perhaps through our new name we will be able to make younger generations become more aware and proud of our colourful past and the interwoven influences in our history,” he concludes.

For more details about Comida China de Manila, visit Comida China de Manila on Facebook or call 671-5942, 914-0832 and 914-0830.