Author: Team Orange

For many busy Filipinos, cooking at home is something they want to do more often—but time does not always cooperate. Between work, errands, commutes, and everyday responsibilities, preparing meals can easily feel like one more thing squeezed into an already full day. That is where smarter kitchen habits can make a difference. With features designed for faster, easier, and more intuitive everyday cooking, the LG NeoChef™ Smart Inverter Microwave Oven with Grill (MH6565DIS) helps make home meal preparation feel more manageable—even on busy weekdays. Here are some time-saving kitchen tips that can help simplify everyday cooking: 1. Make the most…

With fuel prices rising almost every week and supply uncertainties lingering, the Philippines’ energy crisis has evolved from just a headline to a household problem. Every driver and rider feels the pinch at the fuel pump, prompting them to shift to public transportation or cut down trips altogether. Malayan Insurance Co. Inc. (Malayan Insurance) understands the urgency of helping vehicle owners drive smarter so they can make the most of every liter. Hence, here are some guides on fuel-efficient driving techniques to help car owners make every drop count.

Enduring heartthrob and multi-faceted award-winning performing artist Ian Veneracion returns to the live stage in an intimate, one-night-only concert at CenterPlay, City of Dreams Manila on May 20, Wednesday, at 9:30 p.m. He is set to serenade fans with timeless ballads, along with songs from his freshly released extended play album, “Searching for Stephn,” under his new musical persona, Stephn. This return to City of Dreams, follows Veneracion’s sold-out performance last year as part of the luxury resort’s 10th anniversary events, when he headlined a Valentine’s concert at Wave, the poolside outdoor venue of Nobu Hotel Manila.

Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, continues to solidify its leadership in the quick service restaurant (QSR) space after being recognized as the 2025 Top Brand in the Philippines under the QSR Grilled Category by Influential Brands®. The prestigious recognition highlights Mang Inasal’s strong connection with Filipino consumers and its lasting influence on dining culture—especially in bringing grilled favorites to everyday meals and celebrations. “We are truly honored for Mang Inasal to be recognized as the 2025 Top Brand for the QSR Grilled category. This recognition reflects the continued trust and love of our customers who have made Mang Inasal…

Painter Celeste Lecaroz returns with “Many Marias: Callas by Lecaroz,” a new cycle of five paintings and four pen-and-ink drawings on the operatic soprano Maria Callas, opening May 15 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium Lobby, RCBC Tower, Makati. The exhibition runs through May 30 in conjunction with the Philippine Opera Company’s production of Terrence McNally’s Tony Award-winning play Master Class, with Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo in the title role. “Many Marias” is Lecaroz’s 11th solo exhibition and her first since “Redux” (Galerie Anna, 2023). The two-year interval marks the longest gap between solo shows in the painter’s career, during which she…

Tea is something most Filipinos have known their whole lives. It is in our mornings, our conversations, our quieter moments. While it feels familiar, there is so much more to learn about tea: the regions it comes from, the seasons that shape it, the generations of craft that bring it to the cup. This May, CHAGEE invites you to explore the world of tea making. To welcome International Tea Day on May 21, CHAGEE Philippines is marking the occasion with a new jasmine oolong tea, and a series of experiences designed to bring people genuinely closer to tea culture. A…

The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) announces the staging of the 37th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) on September 4 to 6, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City, Halls A–D. For this year’s edition, the country’s longest-running travel fair carries the theme “Nurturing the NextGen Tourism,” supported by the campaign “Discover Your Philippines” —a call for Filipinos to explore more domestic destinations. The three-day event will gather various exhibitors representing tour operators and travel agencies, hotels, resorts, airlines, and transport providers, Local Government Units, and other travel hospitality-related brands and services among many others. The…

Among hundreds of outstanding IKEA stores globally, IKEA Pasay City was named IKEA Store of the Year 2025, a recognition enjoyed by very few IKEA stores in the world. This marked a historic milestone for the Philippines, so IKEA Pasay rolled out the blue carpet to celebrate Filipino excellence on the global stage. IKEA Pasay City received recognition for its exceptional retail performance. This was further driven by a deep understanding of the Filipino home, allowing the team to create an engaging store experience that resonated with the customers’ lifestyles. “When we won Store of the Year, we were speechless…

Fresh off the successful launch of the new HONOR 600 Series in the Philippines, global AI smart devices provider HONOR is bringing the excitement online with a massive Shopee Brand Day headlined by Ryle Tan on May 16, 2026. “Through HONOR’s Shopee Brand Day, fans will get a closer look at the breakthrough capabilities of the HONOR 600 Series as Ryle Tan goes live to showcase the device’s AI features, camera performance, and everyday usability. Viewers can also expect exclusive deals, flash promos, giveaways, and interactive segments throughout the livestream,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines unveiled the all-new HONOR 600 Series starting at Php 25,999! Designed for a new generation of creators who don’t just want to capture moments but creatively reinterpret them and share them with the world, HONOR 600 Series is now available for pre-order from May 14 to May 29 with a chance to win a brand-new Mercedes-Benz. Redefining Mobile Creativity with Industry-Exclusive AI Image to Video 2.0 At the heart of the HONOR 600 Series’ creative capability is AI Image to Video 2.0, powered by the industry’s first unified multi-modal video generation model…

The dream of owning a modern car in the Philippines usually comes with a mental checklist of worries, including fluctuating fuel prices, the inevitable wear and tear from city traffic, and the long-term cost of keeping a vehicle on the road. For years, “premium” meant expensive upkeep, but the arrival of VinFast and the Green SM (GSM) platform suggests a different path. It is a shift toward a lifestyle that merges aesthetics and practicality in two specific electric vehicles (EVs), the Herio Green and Limo Green, which are designed to handle the nuances of local streets. The Herio Green serves…