Ling Nam’s new signature fried chicken sold for P1 today, March 23
Popular Chinese restaurant Ling Nam is launching its brand-new Signature Fried Chicken today, March 23, 2023, making this well-loved meal by Filipinos available anytime they crave it.
Fried chicken is widely regarded as a staple cuisine in Philippine culture, frequently enjoyed during celebratory occasions and readily available in numerous fast-food establishments. With the introduction of Ling Nam’s Signature Fried Chicken, we’re able to offer our customers something that they are alreadyfamiliar with but at the same time, something that’s uniquely ours.” says Shaun Si, Chief Marketing Officer of the House of Fruitas.
Ling Nam’s Signature Fried Chicken has a lightly crisped flavorful skin that is complemented by its juicy and tender meat. The meat is well-marinated with a blend of spices to ensure that each bite is a mouthwatering experience. Served hot and always fresh, Ling Nam’s fried chicken will definitely leave you wanting for more.
As a thank you note for the customers who have supported the heritage restaurant for 72 years, guests can enjoy the new dish for only PhP 1 per order on launch day.
The Php 1 Signature Fried Chicken is available only at their Banawe St., Quezon City branch from 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM. A minimum of four adult dine-in guests must be present in the group to avail of the special price. The promo is not allowed for takeout, delivery, or split-tables.
Ling Nam, a House of Fruitas brand, started from humble beginnings in Binondo Manila in the 1950s.
Over time, it has become a household name for Chinese food lovers in the Philippines because of its well-known dishes such as the hand-made Beef wonton noodles, dimsum and congee.
Japanese embassy hands over grassroots assistance for Filipino gymnasts
On March 17, the Embassy of Japan held a “Grassroots Assistance Handover Ceremony for the Project for Improvement of Training Environment of Philippines Gymnastics Association” with the Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) at the Gymnastics Area, Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in the City of Manila.
The Government of Japan donated Japanese gymnastics equipment through the Grassroots Cultural Grant Assistance Scheme to support the GAP’s plan to open a training facility for future gymnasts. The facility also aims to provide an opportunity for many children to experience the joy of sports through gymnastics.
Aside from Ambassador KOSHIKAWA Kazuhiko, at the ceremony were GAP president Cynthia CARRION, former president and senior deputy speaker of the House of Representatives Gloria MACAPAGAL-ARROYO, Congressman and Youth and Sports Development Committee chairperson Faustino Michael Carlos T. DY III, world-class gymnast Carlos YULO, coach KUGIMIYA Munehiro, Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Commissioner Walter TORRES, Japan Gymnastics Association acting secretary general NISHIMURA Kenji, and Philippines Olympics Commission (POC) Deputy Secretary General Carl SAMBRANO.
Ambassador Koshikawa expressed his sincere respect for the leadership and passion of GAP president Carrion and coach Kugimiya in making this facility a reality. The Ambassador also expressed his gratitude to the PSC for providing a portion of the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex for the grassroots gymnastics facility. He shared Japan’s hopes for the training facility to contribute to the development of sports in the Philippines, especially in enabling the discovery and nurturing of the next generation of Filipino gymnasts.
World-class gymnast Yulo, presently the most recognizable figure in Philippine gymnastics, spearheaded his career through the mentorship of coach Kugimiya. Both Yulo and Coach Kugimiya aim to represent the Philippines at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Redefined Isuzu mu-X
Provider of one of the most durable and reliable SUVs in the market, Isuzu Philippines Corp.(IPC) gives a fresh new look to the latest edition of the Isuzu mu-X.
Sporting a new sleek two-tone front grille and 20-inch alloy wheels, the new mu-X offers an invigorating new exterior design fit for that “Premium Family SUV” image. Isuzu introduces a new upscale and classy Norwegian Blue color, for that over-all refresh look that surely catch eyes on the road.
The new Isuzu mu-X is packed with intuitive family features like its new Smart Power Tailgate with Step Sensor.
“The latest edition of the Isuzu mu-X with its new premium styling and smart features does not compromise the vehicle’s core value of durability, reliability, fuel efficiency and 5-star safety. We think it is this complete package that will truly elevate the driving experience of Filipino families nationwide,” said IPC president Tetsuya Fujita.
Revenue growth
Homegrown B2B SaaS company and human resource tech provider Sprout Solutions has again landed a spot on this year’s Philippine Growth Champions List, which awards independent companies that were able to thrive and drive up their business revenues from 2018 to 2021. The company gained rankings at the 2023 Philippine Growth Champions List by Statista and the G2 2023 Best Software Awards.
This year, Sprout ranked in the Top 10 from 25 awarded companies out of 2,000 candidates and received the Top 5 spot out of nine others under the IT & Software category.
Sprout grew its total revenue from P39.3 million in 2017 to P194.7 million in 2020 – a 394.77 percent increase in the span of three years.
LinkedIn unlocks 100 Learning courses on Generative AI
To help professionals and companies acquire the skills they need in the new world of work, LinkedIn released 100 LinkedIn Learning courses on generative AI in various languages for free over the next three months beginning March16 .
The list covers: Beginner and intermediate and advanced courses; courses relevant to those in the tech industry; courses in HR; courses in marketing and sales; and courses for business leaders.
Sign up for Disney+
With the arrival of Disney+ in the country, Filipinos have been enjoying a whole new world of nonstop entertainment, from animated classics and fan favorites to Asian originals and blockbuster franchises from Disney’s creative studios.
Boasting a sprawling library that holds about 1,800 films and 32,000 TV episodes from its Disney, Star Wars, Pixar, Marvel, and National Geographic catalogs, the giant streaming service has something to offer for everyone, Disney fan or not.
Just some of the popular titles subscribers can enjoy from its deep repository of movies and shows include Turning Red, She-Hulk, Obi-wan, Lightyear, Gordon Ramsey’s: Uncharted, and BTS: Permission to Dance.
There are four easy options for signing up via Globe Postpaid: Option 1. Get GPlan Plus SIM-only 1799 plan and up with no lockup; Option 2. Charge to bill; Use rewards points to redeem vouchers for Disney+ or subscribe to ONEPlan with Disney+.
‘Service Tour de Force’
Rotary District 3830 is all set to hold its District Conference (DISCON) for this year from March 23 to March 25.
Highlights of the first day of the District Conference include a Benefit Concert, a Rotaract Pre-Conference cosplay-themed socials, and a Welcome Dinner for the Rotary International (RI) President’s Representative, Past RI Vice President Anne Matthews.
The district conference will also feature on its second day a District Leadership Seminar, Grand Opening of House of Friendship and Rotary Showcase, and Plenary Sessions.
Plenary Sessions will continue on the third and last day followed by a Business Session where there will be a Presentation of Future District Governors.
The last day of the conference will also include Breakfast Fellowship capped by the Governor’s Ball.
Prime Energy supports oil spill cleanup
Prime Energy’s initial donation consisted of 10 drums of 3 million spill kit, five boxes of absorbent pads and oil booms.
Prime Energy Resources Development B.V. (Prime Energy), along with its consortium partners UC38 LLC and PNOC Exploration Corp., continues to provide support to the Philippine Coast Guard Marine Environment Protection Command (PCG-MEPCOM) for its ongoing Mindoro oil spill recovery efforts.
Prime Energy has turned over spill kits, oil absorbent pads, masks, half-face respirators, drums, tote tanks, rags and gloves to PCG-MEPCOM. The company, which supplies natural gas to power plants in Luzon, is also preparing urgent provisions for logistics and materials support that would help community-level cleanup activities in conservation sites.
“As a company, we focus on safety and foster a culture of respect for the communities we serve. Through the two foundations (Malampaya Foundation and Mindoro Biodiversity Conservation Foundation Inc.), we aim to provide our expertise and resources to help minimize the impact of this unfortunate incident on the environment and affected residents,” said Prime Energy managing director Sebastian Quiniones.
Medical centers receive supplies, equipment from Hedcor, Aboitiz
Hedcor and Aboitiz Foundation Inc. donated essential medical supplies, equipment, and furniture worth P350,000 to two newly refurbished sub-health centers in Sitio Centro Pogpog and Lib-in, Barangay Sibulan, Municipality of Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur.
To further improve the delivery of health services, barangay and municipal health workers in Bukidnon and Davao Del Sur will also receive refresher courses on how to respond to health emergency situations from the Department of Health and Municipal Health Office representatives.
Avon bags Anvil awards
On March 8, Avon Philippines’ SOGIE Sensitivity Comic Series, SpeakOut Dialogues Podcast Series, and #NormalForMe campaigns bagged Silver Anvils at the 58th Anvil Awards – the most prestigious awards program for public relations in the country.
These campaigns continue the success achieved last year when the brand’s International Women’s Day #LetHerBe campaign won Gold and the most coveted Platinum Anvils.
“As a company that passionately rallies behind women’s advocacies, it is truly an honor for our work to be recognized with three prestigious Anvils,” said Marion Limlengco, head of Communications, Avon APAC. “Building upon last year’s achievements, this latest milestone fuels our environmental impact through the causes we support and in the way we do business.”
Each award-winning campaign aimed to address problems faced by humankind today. Together with LGBTQIA+ artist Hulyen, the SOGIE Sensitivity Series used comics to demystify SOGIE concepts. The SpeakOut Dialogues Podcast Series broadened conversations around gender-based violence. To engage with younger women on the importance of breast cancer awareness, the brand worked with an unlikely partner in Foodpanda to raise funds on top of the brand’s usual donation channels.
