It's been a year since the Janice Hung Arts and Sports (JHAS) Foundation launched the first MUZIKADEMY. a song writing competition and music camp, at the Fontana Hot Springs and Leisure Park. Knowing that there is still a wealth of untapped talents among the youth, international wushu champion and multi talented artist Janice Hung and JHAS managing director Jen Louise Viola decide to hold MUZIKADEMY 2011 on November 25-26, 2011 still at Fontana in Clarkfield, Pampanga.

For two days, privileged scholars or Muzikampers who passed the qualifying rounds shall receive top-notch lessons and workshops from celebrity mentors and leaders in the music industry. Aside form the learning sessions, this is an opportunity to interact and exchange views with one another through the magic of lyrics, rhythm, and symphonies. To make things more electrifying, all the participants shall showcase their talents in the Grand Finals night on Nov. 25. As much as P100,000 worth of prizes and cash are at stake for the top three winners plus the chance to join Janice Hung in the Muzikademy Concert on Nov. 26 together with local celebrities.

As the event is about to unfold, prospective Muzikampers may still join provided they are UNSIGNED soloist, Duo, Trio or Band with maximum of 5 members, from 15-28 years of age, Filipino Citizen, and residents of the Philippines. All they have to do is submit a recording of their original composition and a cover version of their favorite song. Entries can be submitted through email at muzikademy@yahoo.com. For further information, please visit www.janicehung.com or you may call 585-3200/0917-8258099.

Muzikademy is brought to you by DENTAL FIRST, ACCELL, LG JJ International, Solo, Freeway, Shimmian Manila, Living Thing Future Foundation, and SANJUN Music, Lights and Audion Center.

I also get a chance to meet Ms. Janice Hung and seen her sing during her birthday celebration.  Here's a video of her singing.

Setting aside entertainment and foods, here's something to help an old classmate. Also this will be part of this blog's peace advocacy between Filipino Muslim and Christian. A series of understanding and learning.

Last July 23, 2011 they launched the book entitled "Kris of Justice" a novel written by Abdel Karim C. Tillah, a Filipino Muslim descendant of the Royal House of Tawi-Tawi.

Here are some excerpts from the Press Release

Image from the Press Release.

... “To come up with a peaceful and lasting solution to the never ending war between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Muslim rebels in Mindanao, we must first know the root cause of the conflict.” This was the statement issued by the the author Abdel Karim Cristobal Tillah during the launch of his novel last Saturday, July 23 at the UP School of Economics Auditorium. In partnership with the National Interfaith Consultative Committee (NICCOM) and the UP Institute of Islamic Studies, the launch was hosted by Mr. Chito Villegas. KRIS OF JUSTICE: The Story of the Greatest Race of Warriors the Modern World Never Knew, written by Abdel Tillah is the first novel that tries to explore the root causes of the ages-old conflict between Muslims and Christians in Mindanao. “How can you expect the Philippine government to come up with a just solution to the problem when the majority of Filipinos and even the members of the govt. peace panel don’t know much about the history of Mindanao and the root causes of the conflict?”, the author, a Filipino Muslim descendant of the Royal House of Tawi-Tawi, born to a Muslim father and a Christian mother, said...

Image from the Press Release.

...“The Kris of Justice is the first novel that aims to educate Filipinos in an entertaining way on the glorious history of the Moros. It is presented in a concise, comic-book, graphic novel, or movie-script style that can be easily absorbed by a generation of Filipinos not used to reading, but used to watching TV and reading Facebook, Twitter and comic books,” Mr. Larry Henares writes.

“The dramatic flow of narration along the rhythm of the history of the Muslim armed struggle and the deep longing for peace and national unity adds a meaningful value to the Filipino Muslim literature as part of national heritage,” Prof. Samuel Tan adds.

The novel is the result of the author’s extensive studies on the story and history of the Muslims in the Philippines and his experience and insights into the practice of both Islam and Christianity. Abdel was exposed to interfaith activities at an early age, since his father is a founding member of the first interfaith committee established in the Philippines {and probably the first in the world) in 1973. In 1992, Abdel Tillah composed an interfaith song entitled “God of Abraham.” This song is contained in the CD that is included with the book.

In his review of the book, Mr. Boyette San Diego, writer and a top executive of a printing corporation, narrates, “I think the journey away from simplistic portrayals of Islam and the Mindanao conflict and stereotypes begins in Chapter 9 – “Islam, the Light of the Dark Ages.” There’s so much fascinating information in the chapter – e.g., advances in science; that the first university in the world was founded by a Muslim, and a woman at that; the premium Muslims give to education, etc. – that will stimulate study and understanding and prevent rushes to judgment… The putting in context of the Muslim situation continues and is deepened in Chapter 10, “Hidden History” and Chapter 12,“More Hidden History,” which weaves superb research and scholarship into the historical origins of the current state of affairs in Mindanao. The idea of colonialism and its motivations and tactics (such as divide and rule) are fleshed out and illuminated with historical examples.”

The publication is a very interesting and engaging reading material that will help the readers, especially the youth to have a better understanding and appreciation of the Muslim culture. It hopes to foster solidarity among the present and succeeding generations of Muslims and Christians, not only in the Philippines but also in other countries. The author strongly believes that only by bringing out the truth, can there be genuine understanding between peoples of two faiths resulting in better Christian-Muslim relations, peace in Mindanao and ultimately, lasting peace for the Philippines and the whole world...

To purchase a copy of the book “Kris of Justice” with the included CD for P350.00 visit www.krisofjustice.com or if you wish to contact Mr. Abdel Karim Tillah, you can email him at truthhorizon@yahoo.com or by phone: 09178962528.

It will be fun, fun, fun Fridays all Friday nights of September all the way to November 2011 at Teatrino, Promenade in Greenhills.

Got Fridays @ Teatrino will showcase the latest generation of local singers in a smorgasbord of musical sets, providing nearly three hours of wonderful new sounds and performances from September 2 to November 25, 2011.

Directed and conceptualized by Freddie Santos, one of the most notable stage directors in the country, this innovative musical presentation “brings young, up and coming artists who have already been launched or who have had their first CD albums released up to the next level of their musical careers.”

“All Friday nights at Teatrino from September to November will be nights full of music from new faces singing new faves and redefining fun through a new kind of musical experience,” said Santos. Various young artists are featured each night in sampler style performances to expose their talents to new and wider audiences.


The musical project is a collaboration between Music Museum Group Inc. and various artist management houses. It will feature fresh local artists who already have their rabid fan following and second generation musical talents that are “chips off the old block”.

On tap this September are new artists : Grand Star Dreamer Laarni Lozada, pop classical balladeer Markki Stroem,Fil-Italian heartthrob Kevin Cisco, newest band sensation 3AM, teen acoustic pop duo Krissy and Ericka and the Jammistas – outstanding singer-musicians that Viva Records fused into an even more outstanding musical group (composed of Yssa Alvarez, Sabrina, Davey Langit, Noelle Cassandra and Marvin Ong). Then there are the next-gen singing sensations : Nicole and Carlo David, children of jazz great Mon David; Isabella (Kuh Ledesma’s “little girl”), Robin Nievera, son of concert royalty Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez and Jaco Benin, son of Side A’s Joey Benin, who will perform with Markki Stroem. These young artists headline September Fridays from September 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Many more are on tap for October and November.

Got Fridays @ Teatrino isn’t only unique because of its new show concept, it will also tickle the taste buds with a fun menu available only on Fridays at the Teatrino : casual, funky food (pop corn, onion rings, barbecue and such) to munch on with light drinks at very affordable prices.

Tickets to this new Friday night diversion are at P500 each. For ticket reservations, call 7228310 loc. 116 for a great night out with friends, family, barkada and weekend buddies. Got Fridays @ Teatrino will surely satisfy cravings for good music, good food and a novel experience that’s easy on the pocket as well.

The country’s biggest reality TV show “The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition” comes to an exciting finish when the Fab Five and other eliminated contestants come together for a final weigh-in that will determine who among Angela, Art, Hazel, Larry, and Raffy will lose the highest weight percentage since the start of the show and be declared the very first Pinoy Biggest Loser at the Grand Finale this October 8 (Sat) at the Ynares Stadium in Pasig.




Armed with the knowledge gained during their four-month stay in the Biggest Loser camp, the Bigating Pinoys continue their journey in the real world and undergo rigorous weight loss regimen without the help of trainers Chinggay Andrada and Jim Saret.

Through the weeks, viewers have seen how the reality show has transformed the contestants physically, mentally, and emotionally. Some have visibly lost weight, while others have gained more confidence. As they work towards the finals, the remaining Fab Five have their own strategies to win.


While sweethearts Hazel and Raffy try hard to work out twice a day, Art and Angela make sure they get enough sleep and have a balanced diet.

“All these years, I have carried so much burden, pain, humiliation, anger, and sadness. So every lost pound was like an excess baggage thrown away and a symbolism of the new me,” bar owner Art said.

By zooming in on the lives of overweight people and the negative impact of obesity on health, the program and its contestants have taught viewers how to adopt a healthy lifestyle and that losing weight can be achieved by exercising and eating the right food.

Hazel even considers joining the competition her second life, saying that it “unraveled the Hazel that has long been suppressed.” Though she admits that the whole world does not only revolve around losing weight, the Bigating Pinoys have proven that any obstacle can be overcome as long as one has the will and determination to reach his or her goal.

“There are times you gain weight instead of losing weight. You should exert more effort. Though there are times you fail, you should carry on and not give up," she said.

The two other contestants affirmed how the show has transformed their lives. Sporting a new and healthier physique, Larry plans to return to the police force. On the other hand, Raffy has changed his outlook in life. He used to make excuses that stood between him and his weight goal but he now realizes that change must start with oneself.

“You don’t need to be a contestant in 'Biggest Loser' to lose weight. You only need yourself,” he said.

While the transformation of the Fab Five is evident, only one of them will be declared the first Pinoy Biggest Loser and take home P1 million, a newly furnished condominium unit from DCMI Homes, a Vespa scooter, a 40" Sony Bravia Internet TV, Whirlpool appliances and a lifetime Fitness First membership.

The second placer will get P500,000, a Vespa scooter, Whirlpool appliances and one year Fitness First membership. On the other hand, the third placer will take home P300,000, a Vespa scooter, Fujidenzo Home Appliances, and one year Fitness First membership.

Not to be outdone are eliminated contestants Alan, Andy, Eboy, Edden, Eric, JM, Joy, Leigh, Ryan, and Winwin who will also battle at the grand finale weigh-in. The one who will lose the highest percentage of their initial weight will be proclaimed the At-Home Winner and will get P200,000 and one year Fitness First membership. Who will emerge as the first ever Pinoy Biggest Loser? Catch the “Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Wellness Fair and Grand Finale” on October 8 (Saturday) at the Ynares Stadium in Pasig, with host Sharon Cuneta, game master Derek Ramsay, and trainers Chinggay Andrada and Jim Saret.

Continue watching “The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition” after “Guns and Roses” on ABS-CBN. For program updates, log on to http://biggestloserpinoyedition.abs-cbn.com, like it on Facebook and follow @BLPinoyEdition on Twitter.

This is a movie about love, passion, deceit, and obsession but it doesn’t teach you to do these things but brings it to your attention that these are the present reality. The movie is just an eye opener for all of us that every decision that we make will eventually lead to something, every action that we do will have an effect in the future.


“No Other Woman” is a new movie from Star Cinema and Viva Films that portray about the life of three people getting involved in a complex relationship. A movie directed by Ruel S. Bayani and starred by the country’s most desirable actors and actresses, Anne Curtis, Derek Ramsay, and Cristine Reyes. According to them it is the most demanding, provocative and emotionally-charged roles of their careers.

Anne Curtis plays the part of Kara Zalderiaga, a young, beautiful carefree socialite who can and will get whatever she wants. She has had many boyfriends but has continuously been emotionally-detached to love. To Kara, life is all fun and in “love”, no stings attached. But deep in her core, she has been longing not just to be desired and admired but likewise appreciated and truly loved. Derek Ramsay plays the part of Ram Escler, a charming, dedicated furniture salesman husband driven by his ambition to prove himself to the world. To Ram, being a good husband that can provide the best life to his family is a lifelong goal. He is obsessed with the idea of living out of the shadows of his father-in-law and away from the image of his estranged father. Cristine Reyes plays the part of Charmaine Escaler, the beautiful “perfect” wife, calculating, prim and proper to a fault. Charmaine is concerned with image and takes her role as an ideal wife to heart. To Charmaine, she will let nothing and no one ruin the “perfection” she has created for her family.



It is indeed a very hard role for them because none of them are married. So portraying the character in the movie is something that needs to be learned.




Love, passion, deceit, obsession. “No Other Woman” will surely fire-up the big screen as it hits over 100 theaters nationwide on September 28, 2011!

This is the Shirt

One of the Miss Earth of 2008 who joined with us  in the Tree Planting Activity (It's not that shirt that I am donating. Hehehe)

Not an Environmental Activity but in the Organization it's called Social Environment (A Medical Mission for the indigent people in Pampanga)

To all Converse products enthusiasts and fanatics!  Here's your chance to grab some of their pre-holiday sale.  They will be starting their sale tomorrow September 16, 2011 and it will end up on September 19, 2011, so you got five days to roam around in all Converse Boutiques and buy those items that you like.   Enjoy shopping!

With a little disappointment on our side here are the winners of the Miss Universe 2011.

People have different features, different beauty and different looks. What is beautiful to others may not be to you and what may be beautiful to you may not be to others. It’s all depends on how it is showcased or perceived by others. We are all created equally.


Clarity is an Aesthetic Medical and Dental Clinic which caters people who want to step out of their hiding place. Clarity aims to empower ordinary people. With their campaign Be Visible, people will have the opportunity to have confidence with themselves, to fully improve and achieve a positive look in life and self. It doesn’t have to be very beautiful all it is that matter is for people to be visible enough to be noticed.


To fully implement the Be Visible campaign, Clarity partnered with John Robert Powers, a leading personality development center in the Philippines. With this transformations of clients will strengthen. Clarity will be having their Be Visible Plans that will for sure and right for their clients who’s in need.


To fully experience their services and their offerings Daddy Yashiro with his wife will set an appointment this coming weekend, as part of his pampering celebration week. This will be a pre-celebration of his life.

To know more of their services and all about Be Visible, visit Clarity Aesthetic Medical and Dental Clinic at the Fifth level of Shangri-la mall in Mandaluyong City. Or you can call their numbers 910-4956 to 58 or 0916-CLARITY (2527489). Or you can check their facebook page www.facebook.com/clarity.ph

Calling all graphic designer and graphic design enthusiasts!  I think you might like to see and join this. Here's their press release and the mechanics as well on how to join their contest.

Rebel designers and visionaries are invited to show off their creative streak and visual genius in Pony Footwear’s digital film and poster art competition billed “Show Off.” A competition open to everyone, each contestant is expected to interpret Pony Footwear’s tagline “Let’s Get It On” using imagery, digital design and short narrative.

There are two categories for this competition, namely: the Digi-Film Contest, for which participants are encouraged to submit an original 60-second short video that must highlight the image of any Pony footwear and may also contain digital animation and text; and the Digital Art Poster Contest, wherein participants are expected to produce original photo which should have a title, a short narrative describing the concept and a clearly visible image of Pony Footwear. Contestants may send in more than one entry.

The “Show Off” contest begins on June 15 and will run until October 15, 2011. Entries will be judged on concept and story (50%), visual impact (30%) and number of online votes (20%). The best part is the prize that awaits each winner of the Digi-Film and Digital Art Poster categories: First prize is P40,000 cash plus P10,000 worth of Pony shoes; Second prize is P20,000 cash and P5,000 worth of Pony shoes; and Third price is P10,000 cash and P5,000 worth of Pony shoes.

Pony is an American brand of footwear, founded in Brooklyn, New York in 1972. Pony has since become a top global athletic brand and, by the ‘80s, the brand had been worn by champion athletes in the World Cup, Super Bowl, NBA and the likes.


A 2001 re-launch of the brand, Pony footwear became associated entertainment celebrities like Justin Timberlake, Snoop Dogg and Paris Hilton. Rebel rockers like Staind, Limp Bizkit and Korn—whose lead singer, Jonathan Davis, even had his own signature Pony shoes that he wore during live performances.

Pony’s image thrives on breaking conventions and revolutionary attitude. The PONY “Show Off” digital art competition hopes to capture the youthful exuberance and the fighting spirit of its users, whose talents and vision might just be the beginning of a new generation finally taking over. Participants may send their entries to ponyshowoff@yahoo.com.ph.


For more information on and the detailed mechanics for the Pony “Show Off” competition, visit www.ponyshowoff.com

At last after a few months of being off the high light of being shown, "Nasaan Ka Elisa?" is finally here and this time to invite everyone to watch the airing on September 12, 2011 after My Binondo Girl.

Last September 7, one of Toto's correspondent attended the exclusive preview of the much awaited Nasaan Ka Elisa.  This teleserye was supposed to be aired last March but because of some certain matters concerning the story and the plot that's why it was moved to Primetime.  Nasaan Ka Elisa is a full packed suspense and drama that for sure will get primetime viewers' hooked in it.  This teleserye is starred by Melissa Ricks as Elisa, Albert Martinez as Mariano, Agot Isidro as Dana Altamira and a whole lot more.

As a start, the story will mainly revolve in solving the puzzle of answering where is Elisa.  Different identities with different mysterious characters will be for sure unraveled as the story goes on every week.  So, if you want to find out about the whole story better get into viewing and watch every episode and be part on answering the mystery of Nasaan Ka Elisa?

I’m so delighted that I was able to attend one of the cooking demo of the SM Hypermarket Master Chef Marathon at SM Clark, Pampanga. Good thing that it’s just near. Aside from us bloggers who were invited to cover the event, HRM students from different colleges in Angeles City were also invited to watch and learn in the said event. Everyone was very eager to know and taste the recipe that is going to be cooked by one of the Chef.


The guest chef during that time was Chief John Paulo Sia, one of the known chefs in the metro. Chef Sia has worked for C2 Classic Cuisine, the Linden Suites and he has also set up his own catering business and is now the corporate sous chef for Unilever Foodsolutions. He has also been into a cooking show in one of the local TV Network.

When Chef Sia started his demo, most of us were so eager to see and know what he will be cooking for that day. He even asked anyone who would like to be part of the cooking demo as his assistant, more likely of a sous chef for a certain dish. One fortunate and brave guy took the apron and stand beside Chef Sia.



Chef Sia created two menu for the day but he has noticed that there so many students and spectators he decided to add one more to the list. The cuisines are Menudo Tapa's Version, Beef Adobo, and Beef and Mushroom in Oyster Sauce (I forgot what Chef Sia named this one). All of the ingredients came from SM Hypermarket so it would be much easier to look for the ingredients and of course to cook it as well. One of the main ingredients is the products of Knorr.


Some of the students were able to taste Chef Sia’s cuisines and as I see it they were all nodding their heads, perhaps they were agreeing with the great taste of the menu. Of course they are not the only ones who tasted the food but me and the rest of bloggers as well. The good part is that the three dishes were laid to us. Great! My favorite was the Beef and Mushroom in Oyster Sauce. The taste is very much enticing.



It was really great tasting those foods, wish to get a taste of the other chefs as well.

By the way this cooking event is part of the 10th Anniversary of SM Hypermarket.

Who says women are the only ones who needs to beauty care products? Well, I admit I have been one of those guys who got lots of beauty care products on their kit. Perhaps I will rephrase beauty care products into grooming kits. Since I was a bachelor I have always kept and brought with me my grooming kit. Lotion, gel, moisturizer, facial wash, deodorant, toothpaste, mouth wash name it I have it. I feel like I was bare if I don’t bring it with me. It’s more of an armament for me.

When I get married and have a son the pack of grooming kits were lessen. Lotion, moisturizer, and facial wash were off from that kit. That is to save some of the expenses.


Nivea Underarm Stick has been my trusted deodorant since they came out of the market. No gooey feeling and the scent is just right for male perspective. I was so excited when I get an invite from Nivea with regards to a challenge. It’s a Blogger’s Challenge, the venue was at the 360 Fitness Gym. With a bit of hesitation I said I’ll give it a try and hope to win the challenge.

The 360 Fitness Gym is a little foreign to me. I haven’t heard something like it. My notion of a gym has dumbbell, barbel, thread mill, and other stuff of gym equipment. When I get to see the 360 Fitness Gym it is somewhat different. It’s out of my perspective of a gym though the floor mat and some other stuff are familiar to me.





The program started with some few introductions and presentations of Nivea products, the main product that they are endorsing is the Multi-Effect 8 which is a facial wash that will really sooth in through the skin and makes its effect and the 360 Fitness Gym which has a program called the circuit. Truly it’s alien to me. Anyway after those introductions we head on to the challenge.


There were five challenges that they have for us, not very much familiar with the names but that’s what they do in the 360 Fitness Gym. The fastest to do the task and with the lesser time wins. Fortunately, I was able to bag one of the challenges called the TIRE UP, where you will jump up the tire and go down. I think the height was around two to three feet. It feels great to win a challenge.

Good that I took on the challenge and I was able to prove that I can take whatever challenge. All it takes is a little confidence to boost myself.

We were given products samples to try to. It has now completed my grooming kit. The Multi Effect 8 is a facial wash formulated by Nivea for men who’s active and always on the go. Of course I did try the product and it feels cool when I used it. It has small bits of materials that scrubs your face to thoroughly clean and get rids of that oil on your face.

Up to now, I’m still using them and having a full grooming kit really makes me a Nivea Man.