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Sep 4, 2016

My P1,000 Shopping Challenge at the Off Price Show in Davao

The Off Price Show is the biggest Roving sale event in the country. They started last September 2 at the Davao Convention Center along F. Torres St. They brought the different brand of products for a very discounted price. They have clothes for men and women from premium brands like Adidas, Puma, GAP, Terranova, Jockey, Bershka, and Pull and Bear. They also have footwear like Melissa, CLN, Accel, and Palladium. We were so lucky to be invited to shop at an earlier time. Along with my Davao Blogger friends, we were so thrilled to check out items with discounts of up to 80%.

Since I don't shop a lot because I spend too much sometimes, I challenged myself to control this time and just spend P1,000. In my mind, it's going to be easy since P1,000 is a big amount already. But I saw a lot of good stuff inside I cringed while checking the prices of the items.

After roaming around and fitting a lot of clothes, I decided to buy these tops from Ben Sherman, Hurley, and GAP. And yes, I only spent P1,000 for these! I am so happy!

Gray Hurley Top P350 - For me, this is best worn if you are going out for a sporty or an active event.

Ben Sherman Tshirt P300 - A plain blue shirt is all I need for a stroll at the mall or a walk in the park. I can see myself wearing this when I go out with friends and family. The fabric is cool and soft. I'm thinking of wearing this under a nice jacket or hoodie.

GAP Stripes Button Down Shirt P350 - I'll be wearing this at work especially on Wednesdays where we wear semi formal attire.

I am amazed with all of things I shopped at The Off Price Show. I can really say it is SULIT to shop here! I'll post photos of me wearing these soon. Please follow me on Instagram and let me know your thoughts if I bought the good stuff! :)

Davao Bloggers with the owner of The Off Price Show Mr. Jonas Ang

The Off Price Show Davao will be open from 11AM - 10PM until September 4. The admission is free so tag along your friends and family today! Win Gift Certificates by posting photos from the event.

For more details, please follow them online!

The Off Price Show

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheOFFPRICEShow

Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheOffPriceShow

Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_offprice_show

Thank you for dropping by and have a great day!

Jul 14, 2016

SM Lanang 3 Day Sale and #DenimCitizens Fashion Show

Jexx Hinggo 11:31 PM 2016 , davao 0 Comments

On July 15 to 17, 2016, win awesome prizes and lots of perks at the 3-Day Sale in SM Lanang Premier.

Step up your shopping game at the metro’s biggest sale event and enjoy 70 percent off on fab selections mall wide. Join the raffle and get the chance to drive home a brand new Suzuki Ciaz.

Every P1,000 single or accumulated purchase from The SM Store or from any participating mall establishment entitles a shopper to one raffle coupon.
Shoppers can also get one raffle coupon with every single purchase of four SM Cinema tickets or with every P300 worth of tokens from participating amusement centers.

Deadline for submission of raffle entries will be on July 17 at the Atrium.

Catch the Special SMAC Sale on July 15, 9am to 12noon, to get extra 10% off at the SM Store and select SM retail partners.
On July 16 to 17, enjoy Saturday and Sunday Specials at the Great 3-Day Sale. Get a chance to win a Samsung Note 5 BenCab Limited Edition phone or a Smart 4G Pocket Wifi for every P1,000 purchase receipt.
Special dining treats are up for grabs on July 16 to 17. For every P1,500 purchase receipt from non-food tenants, avail of P100 voucher from Vikings.
Exclusive discounted rides also await mallgoers during the 3-Day sale. Take Php30 off on taxi fares when you use Grab to travel to and from SM Lanang Premier on July 15 to 17.

#DENIMCITIZENS Fashion Show

This July 15-17, 2016, SM Lanang Premier’s 3-Day Sale becomes more fashionably exciting with a runway show that celebrates the wardrobe staple that never goes out of style.

Dubbed “#DenimCitizen,” the runway show is part of The SM Store’s celebration of July Denim Month. It is set on July 15, 6 pm at The Atrium, SM Lanang Premier.

#DenimCitizen showcases the latest denim collections and how denim can epitomize high fashion while maintaining great comfort and timeless style.

Walking the runway are SM Youth Ambassadors Tommy Esguerra and Richard Juan of Pinoy Big Brother, LA Aguinaldo, Janna Tee, Kyle Perry, and Kaila Estrada.

Mall-goers can grab great deals on denim wear at the SM Store or at the Atrium selling area and get the chance to meet and greet the SM Youth Ambassadors with any purchase of top or bottom denim from the SM Men or SM Youth on July 15.

For shopping convenience, mall hours are extended from 10am till 11pm on July 15 to 17.

The Great 3-Day Sale is supported by Suzuki, Samsung, 8telcom, Smart and Vikings.

Don’t miss out on the great deals at SM Lanang Premier’s 3-Day Sale. For inquiries, contact 285-0943. For event updates, check out SM Lanang Premier on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Thanks for dropping by and have a great day! - Jexx

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From the PR Manager of SM Lanang Premier Ms. Acey Puno

Be a Professional Baker at the Philippine Baking Institute

Jexx Hinggo 12:41 PM 2016 , bake 7 Comments

I am a self-confessed lover of bread. I don't know why but I like the texture and the sweet taste that I can't stop eating it. When I need something to nibble, I look for bread. Please don't judge me. Hahaha! Also, I love watching cooking and baking shows like Bake with Anna Olson and Cake Boss.

When I learned that the Davao Bloggers Society was invited for a baking workshop, I think I was the first person to sign up. I feel fidgety writing this blog because I am really excited to share my first baking experience with you guys. It's definitely one for the books!

First of all, the Philippine Baking Institute invited us and conducted the baking workshop inside their facility at Ecoland Drive, Davao City. last May 28, 2016. They are a premier baking institute in Davao City which offers baking education by certified and professional instructors. Our instructors/chefs for the day were Chef Steve Lim and Chef Francis Mangubat. Some participants, including me, attended another event in the morning. We joined the baking session at around 2PM. Some of our friends from DBS already baked pandesal and Spanish bread in the morning.

The first lesson was how to bake Brownies. I'd like to share the recipe so you can also try this out.

Ingredients:

250g Butter

6 pcs Large Eggs

450g Brown Sugar

5g Salt

5ml Vanilla

390g All Purpose Flour

80g Cocoa Powder

80g Cashew

2g Baking Soda

70g Dark Chocolate/Unsweetened (optional)

Procedure:

1. Melt butter and cocoa powder in a double boiler. Let it cool after.

2. Add in eggs one at a time and mix.

3. Add dry ingredients and fold.

4. Add the sugar mixture.

5. Bake at 160 degrees Celsius until baked.

The next pastry we baked was Pineapple Tarts. I don't have the recipe so I'll just share some photos.

The last pastry we baked was Butterscotch.

Ingredients:

360g Butter

800g Brown Sugar

100g Glucose

30ml Vanilla

6pcs Eggs

720g All Purpose Flour

30g Baking Powder

15g salt

Procedure:

1. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. Cream butter and brown sugar.

3. Add eggs one at a time.

4. Add vanilla extract.

5. Add the dry ingredients.

6. Fold in nuts and dried mango.

7. Bake at 160 degrees Celsius until golden brown.

I forgot to take photos of the Butterscotch because we were all excited eating all of it! Hahaha! But wait, we can't end the baking session without a major #flatlay! #FlatlayGoals :p

I am grateful to join the baking session at the Philippine Baking Institute. Actually, I've been thinking of taking baking lessons before when I had a lot of free time. When I learned about their wide range of professional baking education, I think this is something to look forward to. I might have a new hobby soon! :)

If you want to learn more about their services and their workshops, please visit their website at http://www.pbi.edu.ph/.

Here's a schedule for August and September Workshops

Philippine Baking Institute

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pbidavao

Website: www.pbi.edu.ph/

Address: Ecoland Drive, Davao City

Contact Numbers: (082) 324-6085 / 0917 684 7538

Office Hours: 8AM to 5PM

Thanks for dropping by and have a great day! - Jexx

May 13, 2016

Coffee Grounds by Golden Lion in Davao

Jexx Hinggo 3:29 PM 2016 , cafe 0 Comments

I love to discover new places to eat in the city I grew up in, especially if they serve coffee. As a coffee lover like me, I am looking for a perfect place that I can enjoy my cup of goodness in a quiet place with good interiors. Then to my surprise, I found the Coffee Grounds by Golden Lion.

Coffee Grounds is located at Roxas Ave. Extension, Davao City and they serve good food and coffee plus they have cool interiors. It's like you're in a shop in England because of their brown brick walls and London-themed paintings. Everything looks really "Instagram-able"! LOL

Here are some of the food they served during the food tasting last April 28.

ICED/COLD DRINKS

WHITE RABBIT P120 - Yes. It tastes like vanilla cupcake. I heard from the staff that it tastes like one of their cakes of the same name.

COOKIES AND CREAM FRAPPE P140

APPETIZERS

BRUSCHETTA (new on the menu, no price yet) - I like this! Slightly toasted bread with tomatoes, onion, basil, and cheese.

NACHOS P210 - Yummy! :)

MAIN COURSE

ROASTED CHICKEN IN LEMON GRASS P250 - A large cut of tender roasted chicken with gravy.

OSSO BUCO P290 - Soft beef (veal-shank) braised with broth, wine, and vegetables.

BABY BACK RIBS P320 - Tender baby back ribs with corn. My favorite! :)

PIZZA

TRIO FORMAGGIO PANCETTA P320 - It's cheesy and salty. Just the pizza I like. :)

TOMATO AND ARTICHOKE P315 - I don't understand the taste but it's salty because of the cheese and it has tomatoes.

PEPPERONI AND BASIL P280 - I like this too. Wish it had more pepperoni.

DESSERTS

They served this tea set with different sweets, cakes, and mini sandwiches. Macarons!!! :p

They also have a second floor for studying or reading books. They have these cool black chairs and couches. I even love their tiles on the terrace.

Most of the customers here are students because they are located near the school like Ateneo de Davao University and Holy Child College. The environment is still calm and quiet compared to other rowdy coffee shops in the city.

My 3 favorite dishes are the Trio Formaggio Pancetta Pizza, Baby Back Ribs, and the Roasted Chicken in Lemon Grass. I only tried their yummy cold drinks, so I have to go back and will give you an update on their hot coffee drinks. Will blog about it along with their newly launched product that will be a hit in the city.

COFFEE GROUNDS BY GOLDEN LION
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CoffeeGroundsByGoldenLion
Location: Roxas Ave. Extension, across Boulevard area, Davao City
Store Hours: 11:00AM - 12:00AM

Thank you for dropping by and have a great day!