A Redefined UNIQLO Mall of Asia store reopens on May 17

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Global apparel retailer UNIQLO has lined up big things for the much-anticipated reopening of its groundbreaking SM Mall of Asia (MOA) store on May 17, 2024 at the Level 2 & 3 of Mall of Asia’s North main mall.

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The pioneer store of UNIQLO Philippines is set to deliver new experiences, lifestyle, and more

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Redefined store

UNIQLO’s original MOA store is finally set to open its doors once more after major updates. The newly revamped store comes with a bigger space and larger offerings.

The branch opened in 2012 as the global brand’s very first store in the Philippines, introducing Filipinos to UNIQLO’s stylish and functional everyday clothing. With its sprawling 1,550 square meters at that time, the store served thousands of customers in the largest mall in the country and remained as one of the go-to hubs for LifeWear.

On May 17, the all-new UNIQLO MOA store promises to be even bigger with a doubled-up floor space of over 3,000 square meters spread across two floors. Loyal and new customers alike will surely enjoy the store’s new layout and latest presentations, as the space evolves with the new lifestyles of Filipinos.

Redefined experiences

Aside from featuring a vast selection of LifeWear pieces, the all-new UNIQLO MOA store will also redefine the retail experience where in-store and online shopping comes hand-in-hand. Store-driven efforts such as same-day Click & Collect are set to give customers an integrated shopping experience with UNIQLO.

The all-new UNIQLO MOA store will also be the second store in the country to have UNIQLO Coffee and UTMe! Originally only available at UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store in Glorietta 5, UNIQLO Coffee and UTme! is coming to the MOA store to delight coffee lovers and art lovers, respectively.

UNIQLO Coffee in the Philippines presents locally sourced, high-quality coffee beans from Mt. Apo, and features goods and pastries that mix Filipino and Japanese flavors.

Meanwhile, the UTme! service lets customers customize shirts and tote bags with various designs from its library or their own creations and images. To celebrate the new opening, UNIQLO is expanding its UTme! line-up with new designs in collaboration with partners from the local community.

Redefined lifestyles

The UNIQLO MOA store offers the brand’s complete LifeWear collection for men’s, women’s, kids, and babies. The all-new store spotlights essentials that are made for all, such as, the UNIQLO Core T and UNIQLO BraTop collection. Collaboration pieces with world renowned designers and pop culture brands will also be available.

Mark your calendars on May 17 and join the eventful re-opening of the UNIQLO MOA store at Level 2 to 3 of MOA’s North main mall, sure to be filled with exciting surprises with a redefined shopping experience like no other.

To learn more about #UniqloPH and #LifeWear, check out www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/ and follow UNIQLO Philippines on Facebook and @uniqlophofficial on Instagram and TikTok.

 

IKEA Pasay City has Special Treats for its First Birthday!

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Enjoy up to 50% off on home furnishings and Swedish meatball packs, and more

IKEA Family offers from November 21-25, 2022

Birthday Alert! It has officially been a year since the largest IKEA store opened its doors to Filipinos at the Mall of Asia Complex. Receiving a warm welcome from 4.5 million visitors, the retailer continues to bring 8,000 affordable and instantly available products to everyone for a sustainable everyday life at home. To celebrate its first anniversary, IKEA Pasay City is treating you to a big blowout with special offers including exclusive rewards to IKEA Family members!

“The vision has always been to create a better everyday life for many people. This entails expansion and opening ourselves to different areas of the globe to be able to fulfill this purpose and deliver on our promise,” said Georg Platzer, Store Manager of IKEA Philippines. 

“Opening our largest store in the Philippines was ambitious, but with the enthusiasm and love we’ve received from our Filipino customers, it is an unmistakable fact that IKEA has a place in their homes. The ‘many people’ who look for sustainable and affordable products who want a home they love are here” said Georg Platzer, Store Manager of IKEA Pasay City.

During just the first year of IKEA in the Philippines, customers have already chosen their favorite products. Affordability and quality proved to be a priority for customers in the past year, as the OFTAST 25cm plate was the top selling item with almost half a million pieces sold. The IKEA signature blue FRAKTA shopping bag was also a hot item selling almost 700,000 pieces since the store's opening giving more Filipinos choices to be sustainable.

A Call for Celebration

From 21 November to 25 November, IKEA Pasay City will be offering all shoppers an even better experience just in time for the holiday season. Filipinos can get up to 50% off on IKEA home furnishings, and other food offerings at their Swedish Restaurant, Bistro, and Café. If you love the Swedish meatballs so much that you want to take it home and cook them yourself, Tito Ball’s special birthday gift to all Filipinos is offering the frozen Swedish meatball 1kg packs at 50% off.

If you are an IKEA Family member, you can also enjoy treats to exclusive anniversary gifts! Members who purchase a minimum of Php 5,000 on a single-receipt in-store will be receiving a free limited-edition birthday tote bag and 11,250 IKEA Family points.

With IKEA Pasay City being the biggest IKEA store in the world, it is bound to have a big celebration for its first year anniversary. True to its vision, the brand looks to continue finding ways to reach the many people in the Philippines by improving their services, expanding delivery at IKEA.ph, and opening more collection points in the years to come. Don’t miss out and celebrate with IKEA Philippines by visiting the Pasay City store this coming 21 November to 25 November!

To learn more, visit IKEA.ph/birthday and stay tuned for news and updates about the brand to get the best experience as you shop and create a home that you love. Share your experience and join in the celebration by tagging #HappyBirthdayIKEAPH.

PH Ice Hockey Team concludes their first match of the year at SM Skating Mall of Asia

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The Philippine Ice Hockey team finished their first game of the year by taking home the bronze medal at the Challenge Cup of Asia (CCOA). The International Ice Hockey Foundation (IIHF)-sanctioned competition was held at the SM Mall of Asia Ice Skating Rink and marks the country’s first time to host the regional event. 

The Philippine Ice Hockey Team, together with their family and friends, celebrate at the close of the Challenge Cup at the SM Mall of Asia Skating Rink.

Team captain, Steven Fuglister, was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament with his split 14.5-second goal hit in the Philippines’ last game against Singapore.

“We want to thank everyone for their great show of support at this year’s Challenge Cup. Our families, friends, and fans gave us an incredible source of strength and motivation during this run, testament to our podium finish,” said Jonathan de Castro, the Philippine Ice Hockey Team’s new coach.

The national team will next play at the Philippine Ice Hockey Tournament in June. Although this will not have any direct impact to their IIHF standing, it will further promote the sport as some of the competing teams will come from neighboring countries.

The 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games will play a big role towards the team’s overall direction as they look to defend their gold title and advance to the IIHF World Championships. With the Philippines as SEA Games host, the team also looks forward to having the home crowd cheer them on.

“We are currently starting preparations for the men’s and potentially the women’s teams for next year. Riding on our motivation from CCOA, the coaching staff is currently breaking down film from our last game to move forward and create the roster for the upcoming 2019 SEA Games,” de Castro added. 

Future ice hockey games of the national team will be held at SM Skating Mall of Asia, which boasts an Olympic-sized ice skating rink that was unveiled last October 2017. SM Lifestyle Entertainment’s support for figure skating and speed skating alongside ice hockey goes hand-in-hand with SM Group’s vision to help and build homegrown talents.

For more updates and announcements on tournaments and events of the Philippine Ice Hockey team, visit SM Skating’s website at www.smskating.com or follow the official social media accounts at @smskating.

Qualcomm , KathNiel join Vivo V9 grand mall tour at SM Mall of Asia

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Global smartphone brand Vivo trotted out its newest flagship smartphone, the V9, at a grand launch in SM Mall of Asia on Saturday, April 21.

Qualcomm

Telecommunications equipment company Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Senior Marketing Manager Dominikus Susanto was one of the Vivo Philippines’ guests during the event.

 

The new Vivo V9 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 Mobile Platform, which promises longer battery life, enhanced photography, and overall superior performance.

Kathniel

During the Vivo V9 grand launch, the country’s top young actors Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernando, also known as Kathniel had the blast with the amazing fans hurray!  They have been Vivo endorsers since September 2017.

This was their first mall tour with the global smartphone brand. The pair helped gave away raffle prizes from Vivo, including the V9. Kathniel also had a meet and greet with those purchased Vivo V9 at the event.

Moreover, Vivo Philippines Brand Director Annie Lim also announced the smartphone brand’s partnership with YouTube Fan Fest 2018, which would take place in May.

Vivo Philipines’ Vice President for Sales Hazel Bascon, meanwhile, thanked their costumers for the success of the Vivo V9, which received over 18,000 preorders a few days after it was launched on March 22.

More on Vivo V9

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Senior Marketing Manager Dominikus Susanto shared  the meda and bloggers about the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 SoC during the press conference right after the grand mall tour, SM Mall of Asia, April 21.  

Vivo launched the Vivo V9 with a 6.3-inch Full HD+ display and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 system-on-chip (SoC)

Vivo V9 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 Mobile Platform. 

The Vivo V9 is available in Pearl Black and Gold for Php 17,990 at Cyberzone, Lazada, and other authorized shops nationwide.

Welcome home National Skater – Michael Martinez from the 2018 Pyeongchong Winter Olympics! - Aspiring ice athletes assured of full support towards winter Olympics dream

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Welcome Home to our National Skater – Michael Martinez from the 2018 Pyeongchong Winter Olympics !

Michael Martinez 

Michael Martinez represented the Philippines in the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea where he came up short in his bid to advance in the men's single figure skating event. Despite the setback, the winter Olympian is honoured to be given the chance to compete once more in the global ice tournament.

“Competing at that level of the winter Olympics, in the company of world-class figure skating talents, and performing in front of the world, is already a reward. I am honoured to have represented the country in that tournament and hope I have become an inspiration to the next generation of ice athletes,” said Martinez.

SM Lifestyle and Entertainment chief operations officer Herman Emiliano Medina-Cue presented Michael Martinez with a certificate of recognition February 22, 2018 held at the SM Skating, SM Mall of Asia

Martinez was welcomed home by his family, supporters and fans. He was also presented with a certificate of recognition for his efforts in representing the country and heralding ice skating in the Philippines to new heights.

Martinez had a relatively short time to prepare as the Philippines was only advised and allowed to compete as a first alternate after Olympic qualifier Sweden withdrew in January. Prior to his return to the winter Olympics, Martinez won the silver medal in the 2017 Southeast Asian Games.

SM Skating

SM Skating, a major patron in the country’s ice sports program, has vowed to continue developing the talents and skills of young, aspiring athletes, to keep alive dreams of qualifying and making a strong finish in future winter Olympics games and other tournaments.

SM Skating executives reiterated their commitment to provide training and offer world-class ice skating facilities to Filipino ice athletes after welcoming home figure skater Michael Christian Martinez at the Olympic-size rink inside the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City.

“We are grateful for the sacrifices made and dedication shown by Michael Martinez in the just concluded winter Olympics. He has become not only a source of pride but also an inspiration especially for the budding ice athletes who, I believe, will carry our country’s colors in future international competitions,” said Herman Emiliano Medina-Cue, SM Lifestyle Entertainment Inc. chief operating officer.

Home of the country’s ice athletes

SM Lifestyle Entertainment Inc. has been supporting the development of Filipino ice athletes, including the Southeast Asian Games gold medal-winning Philippine Ice Hockey team, and various ice sports in the country by implementing the SM ice skating sports program and maintaining Olympic-size ice skating rinks in Metro Manila and Cebu City.

Some of the young athletes who train at SM Skating are figure skaters Jules Alpe, Alisson Perticheto, Samantha Cabiles, and Sofia Guidote.

The ice skating rink at the SM Mall of Asia can host not only recreational and competitive figure skating and speed skating events but also ice hockey games.

Located at the main mall’s third level, the 1,800-square meter rink boasts of complete facilities for hockey games such as a digital scoreboard, players’ boxes, scorekeeper and penalty boxes as well as two locker rooms with hot and cold shower.

Visitors can conveniently watch practices, training, exhibitions, shows, games and tournaments at the 200-seater stands located around the rink. Those wanting to take a quick bite can head to the snack booth for hotdogs, burgers, nachos, popcorn, coffee cakes, pastries and ice-cold beverages.

The ice skating rink also has a spacious lobby and multi-purpose rooms for sports training, meetings, and social functions while a clinic provides immediate first-aid assistance for any minor sports-related injuries.

About SM Skating

Starting as a leisure rink built by the inspired Henry Sy Sr. whose interest was piqued by the grace and class of figure skating, the SM Skating Rink possesses the only Olympic sized ice skating rinks in the entire country. Aside from being a venue for events and leisurely skating, the SM Skating Rink also provides lessons for Figure Skating, Ice Hockey, and other sports on ice. Proving right of Henry Sy Sr.’s vision of a tropical country excelling in a winter-based sport, the SM Skating Rink has been home to world class figure skaters, such as Michael Martinez, who internationally compete in prestigious championships such as the Winter Olympics in Sochi. This year, the SM Skating Rink will introduce more sports and activities to learn on the ice, and events that will cater to the existing and new winter-based sports. 

For the skating lessons, please visit: http://smskatingrink.com/rates-and-packages/

Mall of Asia Arena opens private café to offer luxurious dining to concert-goers

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The Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena is the leading venue for local and international entertainment and sporting events. Aside from this, it also offers an all-around leisure experience with its ultramodern facilities, including deluxe corporate suites and specially-curated food establishments.

Among the arena’s world-class facilities is the Premiere Café + Lounge, a luxurious, private restaurant catering to Premiere Suite section ticketholders.    

Located at the third level of the Arena, the Premiere Café welcomes diners into a classy and stylish lounge where they can savor delectable gourmet dishes. During sporting events, guests are also treated to a view of the game with its bar seats facing the arena.

The VIP treatment for all

Recently, the Premiere Café + Lounge opened its doors to all ticketholders of the #PaMORE pre-valentine concert. Not only were the guests able to enjoy the stunning voices of iconic OPM artists Martin Rivera, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez and Erik Santos, they also savored a delicious buffet dinner at the exclusive restaurant.

With every ticket purchase, concert-goers were given an option to buy a ticket for the buffet dinner. Many couples looking for a complete Valentine’s date package availed of the dinner. The restaurant’s ambiance was fit for romance as a red carpet, “Happy Valentine’s Day” greetings and pink heart decorations welcomed guests as they were led to candlelit dinner tables adorned with vases of flowers and hearts. Outside, lovely pairs captured their sweetest moments in a photo wall of fairy lights and roses that formed a gigantic heart.

Previously, the Premiere Lounge was also opened to concert goers at Mariah Carey’s “The Elusive Chanteuse Show” and Madonna’s “Rebel Heart Tour Concert”. This year, SM Mall of Asia Arena patrons can expect to avail of the exclusive offer during select major concerts.

“With this special  Premiere Café package, we wanted to give our patrons the VIP experience as we are definitely looking into more opportunities for them to enjoy not just the events but also the luxurious amenities that the MOA Arena has to offer,” shares Herman Medina-Cue, SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc. Chief Operating Officer.

Watch out for the next cool concert or upcoming sports event and get ready to dine at the Premiere Café + Lounge to experience the VIP treatment that only the Mall of Asia Arena offers!

About SM Lifestyle Incorporated, Inc.

SM Lifestyle Entertainment Incorporated or SMLEI is the lifestyle and entertainment solutions company of SM Prime Holdings Inc. that offers the best in, events, movies, and leisure. The company has now grown major brands, which include the Mall of Asia Arena, SM Tickets, e-PLUS Tap to Pay, SM Skating Rink, SM Bowling and Leisure Center, Snack Time, Galeón, and SM Cinema.  SMLEI aims to promote bonding activities among Filipino families and friends, through entertainment and leisure facilities, while advocating the ease of use and personalized service created to complement the Filipino lifestyle.

Coke Studio empowers youth to help rehabilitate Marawi through benefit concert

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Coca-Cola Philippines brought thousands of teens together to help rebuild Marawi through a unique benefit concert that celebrated the Filipinos’ love for music as it empowered the youth to move as one creative force for a great endeavor.

Coke Studio brings together talented OPM artists and, the Filipino youth in a one-of-a-kind benefit concert to rebuild and bring music back to Marawi.

At the Coke Studio Live: Bringing Music Back to Marawi held on December 9 at the SM Mall of Asia concert grounds, many of the attendees showed their support by bringing empty Coca-Cola PET bottles for a recycling drive that would help contribute in the construction of a Little Red Schoolhouse for Marawi kids. Coca-Cola Philippines committed to build a Little Red Schoolhouse as part of the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation’s (PDRF) United4Marawi campaign.

“This is our way of showing support and solidarity with the Filipino people – to be able to contribute in the rebuilding process. Music is one of the things that threads through every person, regardless of age, religion, culture, and socio-economic bracket. We are committed to help the communities that we serve, especially in times like these that we have to come together to rebuild not just the physical structures, but most importantly, the lives of the people.” - said Stephan Czypionka, Marketing Director of Coca-Cola Philippines. 

“We are committed in helping rebuild Marawi and the communities impacted by this conflict. In partnership with relevant government agencies, we in the private sector will be bringing our sustainability initiatives to the area,” said Jonah de Lumen-Pernia, Public Affairs and Communications Director of Coca-Cola Philippines. “Our 5by20 entrepreneurship programs will be provided for the spouses of soldiers deployed in Marawi, while water systems will also be installed in the communities. We’ll also build a Little Red Schoolhouse.”

All the Coke Studio artists unite to sing a moving rendition of “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful” for the people of Marawi.

Bringing music back to Marawi

It was a night filled with music and hope as Coke Studio artists including The Ransom Collective, Gab and John of Urbandub, Abra, Gracenote, Moonstar88, Autotelic, Ebe Dancel, Franco, Reese Lansangan, BP Valenzuela and Sandwich, Noel Cabangon, and Curtismith shared their voices and talents for Marawi. Their amazing performances included renditions of Christmas favorites as well as their groundbreaking collaborations.

To further involve the youth in the advocacy, Coca-Cola also selected artists from the top UAAP schools: SLTO of University of the Philippines Diliman, PAPA PETA of University of Santo Tomas, The Cohens of Ateneo de Manila University, and Matt Junasio of De La Salle University to perform an original collaboration piece. Other artists from different universities were also present to entertain the crowd in the pocket stage at the Tunebayan area.

Aside from the upbeat performances, there were also several emotional moments. Coke Studio artists Noel Cabangon and Curtismith led the audience in observing a few minutes of silence as they offered a prayer for the victims of Marawi. Afterwards, they both sang the empowering lyrics of their collaboration “Payong Kaibigan”. There was also a special group performance where the Coke Studio artists all sang “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful” to inspire unity in supporting the Maranaos especially this Christmas season.

During the event, attendees enjoyed exciting activities like singing along to their favorite tunes at the Coke Studio Canraoke and receiving personalized Coke bottles with their names in the labels at the Coke Jukebox. There was even a Christmas food fair and bazaar where guests feasted on good food, best paired with a refreshing drink.

Overall, it was a great night worthy of its even greater advocacy which showed just how music truly unites and inspires Filipinos to come together.

The vocalist of UP’s STLO belts out the lines of the university bands’ special composition for the people of Marawi.

Hip-hop superstar, Abra, raps crowd favorite “Diwata” at the Coke Studio Benefit Concert for Marawi. 

Franco Reyes, vocalist of Franco, rocking out at the Coke Studio Benefit Concert for Marawi at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.

Reese Lansangan sings a smash hit Coke Studio collaboration, “Off of Center”, with rock band Franco.

Thousands of people come to show their support for the worthy cause at the Coke Studio benefit concert at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.

Ebe Dancel and Raimund Marasigan happily share the stage as they sing an unexpected duet to the E-heads classic “Magasin”.

Curtismith and Noel Cabangon dedicate the empowering lyrics of their Coke Studio collaboration “Payong Kaibigan” to the victims of Marawi.

Attendees of the Coke Studio benefit concert are all smiles as they enjoy the event’s fun activities. 

The youth donate their empty bottles to help fund the construction of a Little Red Schoolhouse for Marawi children.

The Prime Of Gen Korean BBQ House at SM by the bay

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Experience #GenPrimetime dinner at Gen Korean BBQ House located at the SM by the Bay. 

A perfect place to dine in and chill the day at the Gen Korean BBQ House as they lets you enjoy top-of-the-line all-you-can-eat US Premium meat and seafood as grill Korean barbecue the right way.

Gen Korean BBQ House from sunny LA, California has found its new home at SM by the Bay. The massive 500 seater dining area lets you experience top-of-the-line all-you-can-eat meat and seafood. It’s the perfect place to get together for birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, or simply a pig-out session with friends.

Gen lets you explore the art of Korean barbeque, using the finest quality meats, paired with dishes filled with unique savory tastes. Together with the modern ambiance of the black-lit restaurant, it’s truly a unique experience worth your while!

Aside from their amazing ambiance and food selection, Gen has amazing promos and offers in store for you. #GenPrimetime, from 2pm-6pm for P898.00 and 6pm onwards for P1288.00, you get to enjoy select meats and unlimited drinks at a bargain deal. Prime meats and drinks for the prime time to dine!

On the other hand, for the party animals out there, #PrimetimeFridays is the day for you. Every Friday, aside from having delicious meals for your palatte, you get to enjoy hot new hits played by select djs. 

Head on over to SM by the Bay and get a taste of what GEN has to offer.

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