What would you think if a kid say to you "NINONG KO SI MAX'S"?  Well, at first I'm sure you'll raise your eyebrows but factually that could happen because Max's Restaurant first introduce this tag line "NINONG KO SI MAX'S in 2011, thus, making every child who celebrated their christening reception at Max's Restaurant as their official godfather.  For that every year until the child reach the age of 7, inaanak's will receive Christmas and birthday presents from their doting Ninong Max.   Aside from this, perks like with a minimum purchase of Php200, that's for every store visit, they are privileged to received yummy freebies like Max's Corner Bakery's oven-fresh treats.  On top of these treats they will also get a 15% VIP discounts on their 1st and 7th birthday celebrations at any Max's Restaurant in the country.

Since Max's has accumulated a number of inaanaks, last August 31, 2013 Max's Restaurant held their very first and biggest "Grand Inaanak Fun Day" at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City.  For over 2,800 participants, from inaanaks, to parents and relatives, Max's Grand Inaanak Fun Day embraces the kinship tradition through a fun-filled activities with their Ninong Max's.

As we all know Axe is a brand that brings unique products for men.  I remember one of their contest that made chaos in one of the malls in the metro, the AXE Raid.  They sure made a bang with that contest and now they've brought much higher than the ground as Axe created another unusual contest for the brave and strong willed men with the Axe Apollo National Challenge.  Having 400 men strive and battled to be the last two winners to be shipped off to train at the international AXE Apollo Space camp in the U.S. and with a possibility of being the First Filipino into Space.


Correspondent Justin witnessed the battle of these men as they all undergone with different challenges to test their strength, their will, and of course their guts.  As the usual saying "no guts no glory" and for these 400 men they are there to perhaps test themselves for how long they can last or perhaps win as well.

Calling all runners, running enthusiasts or just those who wants to join!  Kwento Ni Toto shares another running event this month of September.  It may be the start of the ber months but the TIKTAKBO 6: WATER DASH will still splash away.  Be part of the first-ever water-themed fun run in the country!  This pioneering fun run will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2013 at the Academic Oval of University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.

Though I don't know what will happen to this running event but according to them waves of excitement begin as the showers of the Hydro Race Arc open to signal the start of the race.  It will be sure a lot of fun.

Teleseryes are Pinoy's way of unwinding and keeping that dreadful stress off.  Here at Kwento Ni Toto we try to bring the experiences to our readers, as if they were there also enjoying that talk of their favorite stars.  As much as possible we bring them together with the stars through this blog Kwento Ni Toto.

For this specific experience we are jumping to another favorite station of the masses, the GMA 7 and gladly yours truly was invited to one of their blog conference.  The Binoy Henyo BlogCon.  This teleserye is already in mid of their climax and the story is also been seen by most of the televiewers of GMA 7.   So for those who don't have any much of an idea about "BINOY HENYO" here's a short description, it is about the story of a mother and son that teaches parents to raise their kids to be the best they can be highlighting the importance of a strong parental involvement in the child's learning and development.

ABS CBN releases one of its biggest prime time series for this year as they celebrates 60 years of Philippine Television they will release one of its biggest prime time series for the year, "Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin" topbilled by action-drama prince Gerald Anderson and award winning actress Dawn Zulueta.

Gerald and Dawn played the role of the mother and son characters of Miguel and Zenaida Dizon who will then suffer in the aftermath of a controversial rape case.  Together, mother and son, they will seek for justice and find ways to prove that Miguel is innocent.

One of Kwento Ni Toto's favorite voice, yup it's none other than Zia Quizon.  She is one of the many Pinoy Singers that I love to listen.  Grateful and thankful that I was given a chance to see and hear her sing in person.  She looks more likely of her mother in person.



Her first album was great and that's why I was eager to hear more from her.   The first album launch was the propeller that shoots her right on top by balancing the sound of jazzy and folky voice.  She indeed prove herself that she could breath life to the OPM industry.   So, now she's back with her sophomore album to entice more Pinoy listener to enjoy more of the OPM.  Completing her track are eight original cuts including Zia's own compositions and two classic revivals.  Her album is released under PolyEast Records.

What comes to your mind when the word resort is mentioned? I think you're thinking of beach, vacation, swimming pool, and hotel. You're right and what about when the Province Rizal is mentioned? Probably you'll be telling about the wood carvings, artists, Higantes Festival and of course the petroglyphs. Well, that's right and that's where Kwento Ni Toto had its escapade. The place is found somewhere in the Province of Rizal.

Great sky background looking at the Thunderbird signage.

I believe it is one of the good place near the metro and it is a good place to have fun, relax, and enjoy. It is a place to put off the worries of work in the office and far away from the dreadful smogs in the city.

The king of burger's and the original home of the Whopper hails their newest member of the royal family with fresher, juicier and more "FILLET-vorful" taste as Burger King introduces the Chicken Crisp Fillet Sandwich.    Launched last August 17, 2013, this newest addition is for sure one of the burgers that will delight chicken lovers.

Max's has never stopped innovating specials for their customers.  As most of you who've always been my visitors here in Kwento Ni Toto you'll definitely get the regular updates and details about Max's and what's new with them.  Sir Bobby and the rest of the Max's Restaurant's team sure got plenty of tricks under their sleeves and who knows what will be the next to their line of dishes.

But before jumping long let me first share to you their latest offerings which is great for the Barkada Gimmick Night.  This is Max's Restaurant's response to the needs of the younger market, particularly the yuppies and those who working in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry.   This innovation will sure re-define how Filipinos chill out after a long day at work and of course the Friday Night Barkada Gimmick.

Kwento Ni Toto once again indulge in a tasty Japanese treat on a rainy week.  It's a great day to fill up the tummy with warm dishes from Yoshinoya.  Yup it's from Yoshinoya!  For quite some time the Yoshinoya branch in Robinson's Galeria located in Level 1 East Wing has been off and closed from their customers because of its renovation.  They are making these to further give their customers a better dining experience.



Last August 12, 2013 the much awaited reopening of the store happened as important people like Mr. Timothy James G. Yang, President/General Manager of Lhanat Foods Corporation, VIP's of Robinson's Galeria, Bloggers, Staff, Guests and Store Crew of Yoshinoya grace the blessing of the said establishment.

Holidays are just one of the days that bloggers, like Kwento Ni Toto, are looking forward to. Most especially the working ones, a time off from a tiring day at work.

A time to relax and here out something new in the entertainment industry. Something different and something that we don't usually see nowadays. Yes, there's something new to look forward to in movies this coming days as Director Erik Matti, an award-winning filmmaker, takes movie goers into a new level of Pinoy action movie, an action genre that we now rarely see on Filipino films.


This August 28, Star Cinema and Reality entertainment will finally set its release of the highly anticipated iternationally-acclaimed action-thriller “OTJ” (On The Job). Starred by these brilliant actors of their generation, Piolo Pascual, Gerald Anderson and 2013 Puchon International Fantastic (PiFan) Film Festival best actor Joel Torre.

Great News for Moonleaf Tea lovers, they're reviving the authentic Taiwanese tradition with an innovative twist for the Filipino market. A favorite spot among young urban professionals and students, the home-grown brand recently launched its Hot Drinks line. This is their latest addition to its wide-range of freshly- brewed tea offerings which include the classic favourites like Black Tea, Jasmine Green Tea, Oolong Tea, and Earl Grey Tea.  Refreshing and milk-infused variants include Wintermelon, Vanilla, and Caramel Milk Teas, among others. For customers who are looking for a stimulating burst of fruit flavours, Moonleaf's Lychee Jasmine, Passionfruit and Lychee Aloe Vera teas are top choices.

'Moonleaf's premium tea leaves from Taiwan lend an authentic and luxurious tea flavour. Its natural benefits make it the perfect alternative to coffee, and an invigorating treat to health enthusiasts," shared Adrian Adriano, Chief Executive Officer of Moonleaf Tea Shop.

"Wala Pang Titulo" or "No Title Yet" is a debut EP of Ron Henley.  So why don't we put a title to it?  Well it is the title already and according to Ron Henley himself when asked, he'll just instantly say "None Yet".  Title or not Kwento Ni Toto brings this EP to the public and to the readers and hopefully if Ron Henley will agree will get the readers to ask to what title they think would go with this EP.  It's quite a playful title to have for a music and for a blog post.

Ron Henley have this EP as his debut but he is no newbie in industry.  He started is rapping at the age of 14 and met fellow rapper Loonie who shared the same liking for Eminem's music but basically I hear an influence of the master rapper.  Ron and Loonie formed a group called Stick Figgas and joined the 'Rap-public of the Philippines' contest in the noontime show Eat Bulaga and where they met their idol none other than the Philippines' master rapper FrancisM.  The late rapper took them under his wings and made them a part of the contest's compilation album.   Ron and Loonie eventually explored going solo but still maintaining the group.  the first two sings he wrote were "Suicide Note" and "Nandito Lang Ako" in 2006 which was included in "Critical Condition" album followed by "Kwentong Barbero" in 2008 and "Biglang Liko" in 2010.  It was through the song "Biglang Liko," which has currently more than 11 million hits on YouTube, made the executives of multi-national label MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines) take notice of this talented artist.

Have you ever asked this question to yourself “Bakit Hindi Ka Crush ng Crush Mo?” (Why Your Crush Didn't Have a Crush On You?) Perhaps yes and perhaps not but for many hopeless romantic this is just one of the many. I too, were once asking this question, of course the book wasn't printed that time so it's one of the question that I search for the answer, hahaha.

Now, it's great that straight to the point a book like this from “the Internet Action Star”, Ramon Bautista, was published and read by many teenagers of this generation. A guide book to answer most of the questions in life of youngsters and perhaps even the not so-old bachelor and bachelorette who's still searching for the right one.