Mang Inasal eyes to expand with 20 new stores this year

"We will be bringing Ihaw-Sarap and Unli-Saya to more customers this year and in the coming years. We will continue to expand in areas where Mang Inasal is most wanted and we will make sure to delight everyone with their favorite char-grilled products, especially our Chicken Inasal, however they want it – whether inside the store, via takeout, or through delivery. As we grow, our customers' voices will remain our main source of innovation and improvement. Wherever they are, we are committed to serving them great Ihaw-Sarap food that makes them happy with every visit and every order." ~Mike V. Castro, Mang Inasal President

Mang Inasal, the Philippines' Grill Expert, is targeting to close 2024 with 20 more branches all over the country.

In the first half of 2024, six Mang Inasal branches had opened in:

• Sogod, Southern Leyte
• Dasmariñas Paliparan in Cavite
• Waltermart Baliwag in Bulacan
• Visayas Avenue, Quezon City
• Calasiao, Pangasinan
• SM City Caloocan

Mang Inasal Visayas Avenue is Metro Manila's first store to use solar energy for some of its operations. Aside from solar panel-mounted rooftops, other innovations featured at the store include communal seating ideal for groups of dine-in customers; a self-service station for condiments such as Chicken Oil, soy sauce, and soup; an al fresco dining area; and the use of smart lockers for riders picking up delivery orders, among others.

For the rest of the year, Mang Inasal is set to launch 14 more stores across the Philippines.

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.ph for the latest news, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media for more Ihaw-Sarap and Unli-Saya updates!

A Delicious Journey with New Stores at SM Bulacan Malls

Regardless of the season, SM malls in Marilao, Baliwag, and Pulilan promise to turn every day into a festive occasion by introducing the latest additions to their dynamic array of food vendors, ensuring a delightful and enjoyable shopping experience.

Perfect for the season of giving, SM City Marilao welcomes Caramia Cakes & Gelato. Sweet tooth or not, one can’t resist Caramia’s premium lineup of cakes, gelato, and shakes that are enough to make any celebration or a simple day merrier. Here you may find Caramia’s bestseller cakes, such as Ube Cake, Midnight Dream, Pistaccio Cioccolato, and Salted S’mores. Of course, their all-time favorite gelato flavors include Pistachio, Chocolate Therapy, and Cookies & Cream. Also try their newest offerings— Mango Cream Pie, and gelato in Maltesers and Peach Mango Caramel flavors. Whether it’s a gift, a treat, or a simple craving, Caramia Cakes & Gelato will surely fit any occasion or anyone’s heart. Visit them now at the second level of SM City Marilao.

Experience dessert supremacy at Caramia Cakes & Gelato, now open at the second level of SM City Marilao.

Italian ice cream overload at SM City Marilao’s Caramia Cakes & Gelato.

Celebrate occasions big or small with bestselling, blissful cakes from Caramia’s Cakes & Gelato, located at the second level of SM City Marilao.

A highly recommended place to drink, eat, and unwind unveils as Nextgen Cafe opens at the ground-level, mall annex of SM City Baliwag. Shoppers will be thrilled, as Nextgen Cafe is the ideal place to stay with its cozy ambience and enticing menu. Seize the day with a sip of their specialty coffee, such as Café Español, Café Yemen, and Vietnamese Coffee. Compliment your drinks with their bestseller menu—bacon, sausage, spam, choice of wafflesor rice- serve with omelet. The store also offers refreshing Sensazione series drinks available in 10 irresistible flavors, among others. Furthermore, Nextgen Café is pet-friendly, so fur parents are welcome to chill here with their pets, with rules applied accordingly.

Nextgen Café is ready to serve at the ground-level mall annex of SM City Baliwag.

Get cozy and unwind over a cup of coffee and some snacks at SM City Baliwag’s Nextgen Café.

Call the squad and assemble for a yummy feast as The Crunch – Boneless Fried Chicken opens at the ground level of SM Center Pulilan. Indulge in their unique style of tasty and mouthwatering boneless fried chicken. The store offers Chicken Shots, Shots Bucket, Half Chicken (6 pcs/flavor), and Whole Chicken (12 pcs/flavor), available in different delicious flavors such as Classic, Honey Garlic, K-Style, Spicy K-Style, Teriyaki, Cheesy Bacon, and Texas BBQ.

Bite into flavors at The Crunch – Boneless Fried Chicken selections now serving at the ground level of SM Center Pulilan.

Mouthwatering fried chicken dip in signature sauces is one of the offerings you don’t want to miss at The Crunch – Boneless Fried Chicken in SM Center Pulilan.

Go heavy with The Crunch – Boneless Fried Chicken rice meal and other selections now cooking at the ground level of SM Center Pulilan.

Plan your next food crawl and visit the latest food destinations only at SM Bulacan Malls. Stay updated, as the malls will unveil some of the best store concepts in the coming days. Follow the social media pages of SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag, and SM Center Pulilan for the latest trends and happenings.

Greenwich Introduces Pizzawrap with Spam Hawaiian and more

“Our Pizzawrap offers the same delicious goodness as our overloaded pizza offerings. This innovative handheld snack is perfect for individuals who like to savor their me-time and enjoy their solo moments over good food!” ~Ali De Torres, Greenwich’s Head of Marketing

Your ultimate pizza me-time snack is finally here—the Greenwich Pizzawrap! The Delicious, Savory Me-Time Snack Starts at only P59.

A wrap that’s masarap? Pizzawrap is a blend of your favorite pizza toppings wrapped in a pizza crust. Available in Ham & Cheese and Chorizo Pepperoni. 

Greenwich–the number one pizza chain in the country—is launching a delicious, savory snack that is both hearty and handy, and definitely awesome for solo munching! Presenting: Pizzawrap!

Taste its Spam Hawaiian for only P99. This new pizza creation features a great-tasting savory Spam-filled filling in a freshly baked crust that will surely satisfy your pizza craving in a new way.

The new Greenwich Pizzawrap is also available in Ham & Cheese (P59), which is a classic Greenwich flavor with loads of ham and cheese for that meaty, ooey-gooey experience. It also comes in Chorizo Pepperoni (P99) flavor—a blend of pepperoni and smoky chorizo, and two types of cheese, which is perfect to complete your exciting solo adventure! 

All Pizzawrap flavors will be available in all Greenwich stores in Luzon and Metro Manila starting this May 26. This will also be available in greenwichdelivery.com, GrabFood, and foodpanda. Order now, kabarkadas!

For more information, visit Greenwich’s official Facebook page, Greenwich Barkada, or message Greenwich Barkada on Facebook Messenger. You may also order at greenwichdelivery.com, #5-55-55 📞, GrabFood, and foodpanda.

About Greenwich 

Greenwich’s story began in 1971 as a small, family-owned store selling a selection of pizzas at the then Greenhills Commercial Center. As the brand’s pizzas grew in popularity, Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) took notice. In 1994, JFC acquired majority shares in Greenwich, infusing what was a family business with industry-leading competitiveness. New pizza variants and a variety of products were introduced through the years, creating a reputation for Greenwich as a maker of mouthwatering pizzas and pastas for the Filipino “barkada.” Today, Greenwich is the country’s biggest pizza and pasta chain with over 270 stores and counting, and home of the best-selling Hawaiian Overload®, All-in Overload®, and Lasagna Supreme®. 

GrabFood Tara, Kain! A Panel Discussion on the National Filipino Food Month

[L-R] Director of Department of Tourism (NCR) Sharlene Zabala-Batin; e-Commerce Division Chief of Department of Trade and Industry Berlin Mabuna; Director for Deliveries of Grab Philippines Greg Camacho; Chief Executive Officer of Foodee Group Eric Dee; and owner Tapapa Tapsilogan Eisen Lim engage in a panel discussion on the role of digital marketplaces in ensuring the reach and commercial activity for Filipino cuisine.

In celebration of National Filipino Food Month, leading on-demand deliveries platform GrabFood is hosted a panel discussion with the Department of Tourism, Department of Trade and Industry, and MSME Filipino restaurateurs to discuss the impact of the digital economy to Filipino Food businesses in the post-pandemic era.

Director for Deliveries of Grab Philippines Greg Camacho shared some interesting insights earlier on Filipino Food and the changing consumer behavior in the country. Sharing some data points highlighted during the discussion:

GRAB DATA FROM ACROSS THE REGION:

• 88% got to know of a new store because of delivery apps
• 90% tried at least one new store in a delivery app that they have not tried in person
• 9 in 10 consumers in the region prefer brands with an integrated online-to-offline experience
• GF consumers ordered 1.7x more often in 2022 compared to 2019
• GM consumers ordered 1.4x more often in 2022 compared to 2020

GRAB PHILIPPINES DATA

• 8 in 10 merchants say that delivery platforms are a must-have for their businesses to survive
• In 2022 average basket size on GrabFood and GrabMart, grew by 84% vs 2019

FILIPINO FOOD ON THE GRABFOOD PLATFORM:

• Halo-Halo was ordered close to 80% more in 2022 compared to the previous year – ranking 10th in the list of top orders on GrabFood
• Halo-Halo ranks no. 1 in the list of top food items ordered for Merienda (3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
• Longganisa ranks 2nd in the list of top food items ordered for Breakfast (5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
• Chicken Inasal ranks 2nd in the list of top food items ordered for Lunch (11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)

[L-R] Director of Department of Tourism (NCR) Sharlene Zabala-Batin; e-Commerce Division Chief of Department of Trade and Industry Berlin Mabuna; Director for Deliveries of Grab Philippines Greg Camacho; Chief Executive Officer of Foodee Group Eric Dee; and owner Tapapa Tapsilogan Eisen Lim engage in a panel discussion on the role of digital marketplaces in ensuring the reach and commercial activity for Filipino cuisine.

Filipino food as a key tourism thrust in the post-pandemic era. The role of aggregators in commercializing Filipino food in the post-pandemic Era. GrabFood in its role of helping Filipino restaurants thrive during the pandemic and as they embrace the changing consumer behavior. How Pinoy restaurateurs find resiliency in digital marketplaces.

A taste of Argentina and Japan in one hot bowl

Ramen Nagi has something new for you! 

Ramen Nagi's hot, authentic ramen is always a treat, but the ramen company never stops introducing us to new tastes.

Creative ramen bowls from Ramen Nagi, including the Incredible Niboshi King, the Tom Yum King, and the Crab King. 

New hot bowls of ramen have been developed by Ramen Nagi, who has been combining it with flavors we've only ever imagined.

This time, Ramen Nagi and Bolzico Beef have teamed together to make the Bolzico Sukiyaki King, another ramen dish fit for a king.

The Bolzico Beef Sukiyaki is a tribute to the traditional Japanese meal sukiyaki and is a mash-up of both Japanese and Argentinian ingredients. Sukiyaki is a form of nabemono, or hot pot, in Japan.

Head to your nearest Ramen Nagi branch to taste their new and innovative Bolzico Sukiyaki King from March 1 - 31, 2023. 

The Bolzico Sukiyaki King is available for dine-in and delivery through your app of choice - Grab, FoodPanda, Pickaroo, and ToktokFood. 

For more details, check out Ramen Nagi PH on Facebook or Instagram.

A Gift from Authentic Japanese Ramen from Ramen Nagi

Following the successful launch of the Unbelievable Niboshi Ramen in January, Ramen Nagi is offering us yet another incredible authentic Japanese bowl experience.

The Nori Niboshi King was presented as a sincere present by Ramen Nagi's Ramen Master Chef Satoshi Ikuta-san. It is the result of extensive collaboration with the chefs at Ramen Nagi. The Nagi spice blend, chashu, peanuts, seaweeds, and fresh, handcrafted noodles and small dried fish infused with Tonkotsu broth make up the Niboshi King.

For just Php 590, you can now sample a true Japanese culinary masterpiece.

However, like all good things, the Nori Niboshi King is only available for a limited time!

During the month of February, all Ramen Nagi locations across the country will serve authentic Japanese Niboshi in a mouthwatering bowl. You can also have it delivered to your door through Grab or Foodpanda.

For more details, check out Ramen Nagi PH on Facebook or Instagram.

Mang Inasal features Jane de Leon in new Chicken Inasal campaign

“Mang Inasal welcomes Jane de Leon to our family of endorsers as she perfectly embodies aspects of Mang Inasal’s brand personality. Jane is simple, fun, and passionate about what she does. And just like our Chicken Inasal, she is now part of our customers' daily source of happiness.” ~Mike V. Castro, Mang Inasal Business Unit Head

Mang Inasal features Jane de Leon in new Chicken Inasal Campaign

A new Chicken Inasal Campaign emphasizes the product's distinctive Ihaw-Sarap flavor and large serving size as part of Mang Inasal's yearlong celebration of its 20th anniversary.

 

Jane de Leon, a rising star who will also appear in a television commercial enjoying the 2-in-1 sa Laki, Tagos ang Ihaw-Sarap Chicken Inasal, is the face of the new campaign.

 

Similarly excited with the partnership, de Leon admitted to being a Mang Inasal fan since childhood.

 

“Mang Inasal Chicken Inasal is one of my comfort food since I was a kid. I associate Mang Inasal with happy moments in my life and joining the Mang Inasal family really puts my 2023 as my happiest.” ~Jane de Leon

 

For the past two decades, Filipinos have relied on Mang Inasal as their go-to source of delicious and satisfying Ihaw-Sarap food and the Unli-Saya experience. Chicken Inasal, the flagship product of Mang Inasal, is one of their favorites, and they enjoy it with unli-rice.

 

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!

Keep an eye out for these enormous QR codes to get big surprises to kick off your 2023

Now is the time to gather with your barkada to ring in the new year and proclaim that big things are on the way!

McDonald's places giant QR code and get ready for big things coming your way this January!

Are you curious about these giant QR codes? To get the year off to a great start, here are some big surprises for you! You will be able to claim Crave & Claim Deals, which are exclusive to the McDonald's App and include substantial discounts that you and your friends can enjoy together, if you scan them.

On the McDonald’s App, from January 5-15, 2023, customers can redeem popular items and receive discounts of up to 40% off on deals designed specifically for barkadas to satisfy their McDonald's cravings. Your entire barkada will undoubtedly be ecstatic for the upcoming year thanks to these exclusive deals!

Big year, big feels, big deals up to 40% OFF!

Excited to find out what’s in store for you this new year? Look for a giant QR code in select McDonald’s stores and scan them to see all the Crave & Claim Deals you can get only on the McDonald’s App! Here’s a sneak peek of the exciting offers you can claim via dine-in, takeout, or drive-thru this January 5-15, 2023!

1. Two Medium Barbecue Shake Shake Fries for P130 [save P30!]
2. Two 6-pc. McNuggets Solo for P140 [save P94!]
3. Two 2-pc Mushroom Pepper Steak Meal for P170 [save P54!]
4. Two Double Cheeseburger Solo for P170 [save P64!]
5. Two 1-pc Chicken McDo w/ Fries Meal for P199 [save P77!]
6. Two 1-pc Spicy Chicken McDo w/ Fries Meal for P215 [save P61!]
7. Two Quarter Pounder with Cheese Solo for P225 [save P85!]
8. Two Big Mac Solo for P225 [save P85!]

Download the McDonald’s App now!

• Google Play Store – bit.ly/mcdoph-app-android
• App Store – bit.ly/mcdoph-app-ios

Hurry! Don’t miss the special offer only available on January 5-15 via dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru. For more information and updates on McDonald’s Crave & Claim Fest, visit McDonald’s Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

First leg of the Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

Come one, come all: Grab celebrates Filipinos’ love for food through the launch of the Grab Caravan. A feast of flavors has come to Rizal and will come to a city near you 

Filipinos love to gather over food for any occasion and also have a strong love for community. This is why this year, Grab Philippines will bring together Filipinos and their love for good food through the Grab Caravan, an on-ground celebration that invites all Filipinos to come together for their love of food by grabbing a bite from their city’s best local food selections!

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

Kickstarting the first-ever Grab Caravan in Rizal, the superapp will be gathering Rizalenos to celebrate the beloved food in their community! Not only that, but Rizalenos at the Caravan and at home will also be enjoying special deals and exclusive promos on GrabFood during the day of the Caravan! An exciting program also awaits attendees with live musical performance from RJ Jimenez as well as games and activities with exciting prizes up for grabs.

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

It’s no secret that Filipinos love to eat; that’s why holidays, celebrations, gatherings, and even meetings all revolve around food. Food is what brings Filipinos together, and it’s for this reason that Grab Philippines made a celebration out of it! This month, Southeast Asia’s leading superapp Grab launched the Grab Caravan, an on-ground celebration that invites all Filipinos to come together for their love of food by grabbing a bite from a selection of crowd favorite restaurants!

To kick off the Grab Caravan, Grab visited the home of picturesque sceneries of nature, Rizal province, to bring together and showcase the best of Rizal’s food scene at the Robinsons Place Antipolo Transport Terminal. With the message of tayo na at magka-isa sa Rizal, Grab Rizal Caravan was held on May 14 from 4PM to 9PM, urging Rizalenos to enjoy summer with crowd favorite dishes from a wide selection of food options to choose from such as international dishes, baked treats, and refreshing beverages from Katsu House, Uncle Moe’s, Konbini by Katsu House, Auntie Anne’s, Big Al’s Cookie House, Baked By Mary Grace, Chachago, and Lecheng Tsaa. Rizal caravan goers were also one of the first food-lovers to experience Angel’s Pizza Express, Angel’s Pizza’s newest venture which is opening in the new food wing of Robinsons Place Antipolo.

Angel’s Pizza Express

Angel’s Pizza Express

Angel’s Pizza Express

Big Al’s Cookie House

Konbini by Katsu House

Lecheng Tsaa

Katsu House

Baked By Mary Grace

Auntie Anne’s

Uncle Moe’s

With the variety of restaurants joining together for the Grab Caravan, Rizaleños enjoyed a great feast, with lots of food choices available for everyone at any price point. Rizaleños definitely were able to satisfy both their cravings and their savings as they welcomed the first-ever Grab Caravan in their hometown.

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

Grab Caravan attendees had a lot to look forward to, not only because of the great selection of food, but also because of the fun and exciting activities and offerings in store for the one-day event:

• Food was accompanied with good music from rising local talent RJ Jimenez
• Exciting games and activities with tons of Grab vouchers and special prizes from participating food merchants were up for grabs for all attendees!
• Exclusive Grab promos were also available all throughout the day for on-ground attendees and nearby customers who wish to order from the Grab Caravan for delivery.

○  Those at home and are within the Rizal area, will get P60 off on your delivery order for just a minimum of P600. 

○  For on-ground attendees, self-pickup orders had a discount of 20% off, with a minimum order of P500 by using promo code GRABCARAVANRIZAL

Grab Caravan at Robinson's Place Antipolo

As the platform’s official e-wallet service, GrabPay is the official payment partner of the Grab Caravan, which allowed attendees to get up to P20 cashback for every transaction made through GrabPay during the caravan. Aside from GrabPay, the Grab Caravan will also be accepting other methods of payment suchs as Debit, Credit, and Cash— so there's definitely a payment method for every kind of customer!

 

For a more sulit and exciting Grab Caravan experience, Rizaleños were encouraged to have their Grab app ready for a seamless ordering experience via Self Pick-up and payment process via GrabPay.

 

Uniting more Filipinos for their love of food, Grab is also bringing the celebration to other cities! The Grab Caravan will be visiting Cavite, Cebu, and Pampanga in the coming months, so watch out for updates as Grab continues to celebrate Filipinos’ love for food!

 

Learn more about the Grab Caravan festivities and stay updated on the latest news and promos of Grab by following them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or visit grab.com.ph.

Making it a celebration to remember. 

Panda Express® Introduces Kung Pao Fish in Time for Lent

“Filipinos love to add variety to their meals and fish is among their top choices. Whether guests are abstaining from eating red meat during lent or just looking for seafood options, Panda’s newest dish, Kung Pao Fish, is a delicious and filling entree that our loyal guests should try.” ~Nina Niguidula, Panda Express Marketing Manager

Exclusively created for Panda Express in the Philippines, the savory Kung Pao Fish, its latest seafood-based dish, will be available on the menu starting March 11.

Panda Express® Introduces Kung Pao Fish in Time for Lent.Exclusively created for Panda Express in the Philippines, the savory Kung Pao Fish, its latest seafood-based dish, will be available on the menu starting March 11.

Lenten Season is happening soon and Panda Express®—the world’s largest American Chinese dining concept—has you covered with delicious options including its newest savory dish, Kung Pao Fish. Available for a limited time only, this seafood-based option will be available on the menu starting March 11 and is exclusively created for Panda Express in the Philippines.

Kung Pao Fish is inspired by a classic Panda entrée, Kung Pao Chicken. It is a classic American Chinese dish with Sichuan flavors, packed with vegetables, spices and different textures. Panda Express puts its own unique spin on the dish by using lightly breaded boneless fish, a wide variety of freshly cut vegetables along with crunchy peanuts, all tossed in a flavorful sauce with a kick.

This newest menu addition will be available in all participating Panda Express store locations including: 

• Don Antonio and SM North EDSA in Quezon City
• SM Megamall in Mandaluyong
• SM Grand Central in Caloocan
• Robinsons Place Mall in Manila
• Double Dragon Meridian Park in Pasay

Aside from Kung Pao Fish, guests can try a variety of other plant and seafood-based entrees that fit their dietary needs. Panda’s Eggplant Tofu is a must-try entree made with fresh eggplants, bell peppers, and protein-rich tofu, wok-tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. Another guest favorite is Honey Walnut Shrimp, made with large tempura-battered shrimp, wok-tossed in a sweet honey sauce and topped with glazed walnuts.

What are you waiting for? Experience the rich taste of American Chinese flavors through dine-in, take-out or delivery through order.pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, or foodpanda.

GrabFood is a trademark owned by Grabtaxi Holdings Pte. Ltd.  foodpanda is a trademark owned by Emerging Markets Online Food Delivery Holding S.a.r.l.

Visit Panda Express Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/PandaExpressPH/ for more information.

About Panda Express® 

On a mission to inspire better lives, Panda Express® is the largest Asian dining concept in the world. Family-owned and operated since 1983 by co-founders and co-CEOs Andrew and Peggy Cherng, Panda Express is best known as a trailblazer for creating a wide variety of industry-first recipes, including its best seller the Original Orange Chicken® and award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp, which have defined the category of authentic American Chinese cuisine. Each entrée at Panda Express, including the Wok Smart selections, is thoughtfully crafted with quality ingredients and inspired by bold Chinese flavors and culinary principles. The restaurant brand has more than 2,300 locations and has introduced American Chinese cuisine to twelve international countries.