Celebrate a Roaring Chinese New Year at Market! Market!

February 2, 2022


Attract prosperity and good fortune as you safely celebrate the Lunar New Year at the mall!


The Chinese New Year celebration is steeped in traditions and practices that are believed to ward off negative energy, and usher in prosperity and good luck. Market! Market! is inviting everyone to come celebrate Chinese New Year, and welcome the year of the Water Tiger with fun activities, and exciting finds for the whole family, furbabies included!
Discover Your Fate in the Year of the Tiger


Learn all about your Chinese Zodiac Sign, and let your horoscope lead you towards a more auspicious and prosperous year ahead. Visit the Fate & Fortune Zodiac Display at the G/F Serendra Wing from January 30 to February 6, 2022 to find out what’s in store for you this Year of the Tiger. 
Shop for All Your Lunar New Year Needs Through ANA
Let ANA take care of getting everything you need this Chinese New Year. Book the shopping service from January 30 to February 6, 2022, and get a free Tiger Balm and Fortune Cookie with your purchases!



Test Your Luck at the Lucky Ball Pao-Chinko Game
Win fortune cookies or lucky ang paos when you play the Lucky Ball Pao-Chinko Game from January 31 to February 1, 2022. Simply present a vaccination card that shows you are fully vaccinated, along with a Php 500 single-receipt purchase to play. 

Visit Little China Town at the Mall


Shop for Chinese flavors, jewelry, and charms for good fortune from January 31 to February 6, 2022 at the Market! Market! Activity Center, and watch your luck change for the better!
Bring Good Fortune to Your Furbabies Too
Get a special Cat Care Package in partnership with Pooch Park when you register your cat or present their Ayala Malls Pet ID at the Concierge Booth on February 1, 2022.



Prepare Your Table for a Spectacular Lunar New Year Feast
Order from your favorite Ayala Malls restaurants through Grab Food on February 1, 2022, using the promo code AYALACNY150, and get Php 150 off on your delivery.

Use the promo code AYALAMALLS100 to enjoy Php 100 off plus additional discounts when you order for delivery and pickup through Food Panda, with a minimum spend of Php 399. This promo is valid until April 30, 2022. 
#CNYatMarketMarket Snap and Win
Capture memories at the virtual photo booth located at the C5 Wing and Serendra Wing from February 1 to 6, 2022. Share your pictures and boomerangs on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #CNYatMarketMarket, for the chance to win fun prizes!

For more information on mall activities, schedules, and promotions at #iLoveMarketMarket, like and follow Facebook.com/MarketMarket, @ilovemarketmarket on Instagram and TikTok, and @MarketMarketBGC on Twitter. You may also visit www.ayalamalls.com. 











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GMA 7's "Little Princess" is hitting it BIG!

January 31, 2022


GMA 7's The "Little Princess" cast 

We seldom get to watch stories that are awe- inspiring as well as its main character/s reel and in real life. Jo Berry, is a little person whom GMA 7 has been trusting so much and considering her as one of their gems. 

Even Jo, couldn't believe this "fairy tale" like experience she's having right now in her showbiz career. From her very first exposure in the show, "Magpakailanman," in 2016, her projects eventually came in like "Onanay," in 2018, "The Gift," in 2019 with Asia's Multi-media star, Alden Richards, she also had several guestings in the her home network until this latest, "Little Princess." 

Jo Berry as Princess 

Now going to the latest Kapuso tv series, "Little Princess," which is hitiing it BIG not only in ratings but the people are raving about the show and posting on their respective social media accounts. Here's a brief background of the series: 





Ang Little Princess ay kuwento ni Princess, isang little person na lumaki sa hirap.
Gagawin ni Princess ang lahat para mabigyan ng magandang buhay ang kanyang pamilya pero isang araw ay malalaman niya na isa pala siyang heredera. Kalaunan ay matatagpuan siya ng kanyang tunay na ama at magmamana ng kanilang kumpanya.

Paano niya haharapin at mapagtatagumpayan ang bagong buhay niya bilang heredera ng kumpanya kung isa lamang siyang little person at maraming humahadlang sa kanya?
Jo Berry as Princess Montivano

Si Princess ay isang little person na may mataas na pangarap. Siya ang nawawalang tagapagmana ni Marcus na may-ari ng malaking kumpanya. Magiging sikat siyang gamer.



Angelika Dela Cruz as Elise Mateo

Ina ni Princess; dating kerida ni Marcus. Si Elise ay masipag, matiyaga, at pursigido. 


Jestoni Alarcon as Marcus Montivano

Laki sa hirap si Marcus pero mataas ang pangarap sa buhay kaya naman aasenso siya. Mapapangasawa niya ang mayamang si Odessa. Si Marcus ang tunay na ama ni Princess.



Geneva Cruz as Odessa Montivano

Si Odessa ang maganda at mayamang asawa ni Marcus. Sa labas, mukhang okay sila ni Marcus pero sa loob, their relationship is decaying. 



Rodjun Cruz as Jaxon Pineda

Kababata ni Princess. Guwapo at very charming kaya maraming babaeng nagkakagusto kay Jaxon.



Juancho Triviño as Damien Santiago

Anak mayaman, at lumaking rebelde at mayabang. Computer Engineering graduate na mahusay rin sa paglalaro ng computer games. Makakatunggali ni Damien si Princess sa isang online game tournament 



Jenine Desiderio as Sunshine Pineda

Si Sunshine ang ina ni Jaxon. Inggitera, social climber, at dating Japayuki na nalaos. 



Gabrielle Hahn as Adrianna Ilustre

Pamangkin sa pinsan nina Marcus at Odessa. Adrianna will try her best na maging ideal “daughter” at palitan ang namatay na anak nina Marcus and Odessa sa puso ng mag-asawa.



Therese Malvar as Masoy

Teenager na pinsan ni Princess. Masunurin si Masoy pero pilya rin paminsan-minsan. Nang mamatay ang magulang, sina Elise at Princess na ang tumayong magulang niya.



The challenges and all the bashing or bullying that Princess has to face and overcome doesn't affect her and refrain her from dreaming BIG. As long as she gets what she wants for her family, she has principles which she believes in and is willing to struggle and fight for it... all for the love of her family. 


This is what makes her such an influencer and inspiration to others thereby making the whole show successful as well not to mention the whole cast's effort, effecrivity and chemistry. All positive outcome follows... 



Congratulations to #TeamLittlePrincess !!! 













 

 










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As the sun shines anew, travel in serene seclusion to Banwa Private Island.

January 31, 2022



Enjoy a luxe air travel bubble journey to the all-villa holiday destination Banwa Private Island in North-eastern Palawan.
Ascent Flights Global (“Ascent”), the island’s preferred aviation partner, brings the allure and romance of travel, in a crowd-free and safe environment in their fleet of private jets, helicopters, and seaplanes.

Ascent’s holistic, tailored and seamless air travel experience from enquiry, check-in, arrival in the island, to well after your return ensures your peace of mind in planning and caring for you and your loved ones throughout your holiday.
Touching down at the doorsteps of Banwa Private Island, capture the sense of wonder where luxury in a marine protected sanctuary is both raw and refined.  Contemporary-designed private villas are delicately laid out across the island, granting guests pure solitude whenever sought, separated by a simple stroll along verdant gardens, the wildlife reserve, and along the water’s edge. 
A truly secluded, safe and unscripted holiday experience of intuitive guest services, sumptuous gastronomy and breathtaking adventures awaits.

The team on Banwa Private Island team can’t wait to welcome you back to our exclusive island retreat.
For more information and reservation, please contact the Reservations team through mobile/WhatsApp: +639178882864, send an email to reservations@banwaprivateisland.com, or visit www.banwaprivateisland.com.
For air and land transfer enquiries or bookings, please visit www.ascent.flights or send an email to banwa@ascent.flights



About Banwa Private Island
Banwa Private Island is an intimate all-villa destination for discerning guests wanting to experience in luxury, privacy and designer services in a marine protected and nature preserve.
Located in north-eastern Palawan in the Sulu Sea, Philippines, the island’s lush landscaping provide a perfect environment for nature to thrive. Guests can prefer to be accommodated in one of six beachfront villas or decide on an exclusive island charter giving that privacy that guests may need. 

The garden island offers Destination Dining experiences in various locations within the island, providing private chefs and an array of choice ingredients, while privately soaking in nature.
Committed to preserving and protecting the nature and biodiversity, Aquos Foundation, Banwa Private Island’s sister company was conceived to support, nurture and protect the island’s delicate ecosystem and its richness of flora and fauna that provides habitat for.
For more information, please visit www.banwaprivateisland.com


About Ascent
Ascent is Asia’s Air Mobility leading company, powering air taxi, experiential, medical and cargo services. With Ascent people and businesses can avail of on-demand flights on helicopter, jets and seaplanes across cities and regions. Ascent ambitions to democratize Air Mobility, as a convenient, reliable mode of mobility that addresses congestion, connectivity, environmental sustainability and health issues generated by rapid urbanization and the pandemic. Ascent operates across the Philippines with hubs in major locations such as airports, central business districts, and popular leisure destinations. Users can complement their journey by availing of value-added services including luggage transport, first and last-mile ground transport amongst other services. In addition, passengers fly on curated aircraft in accordance with COVID-19 related safety protocols such as enhanced aircraft cleaning and frequent health checks on crew.
With Ascent, passengers regain control of their time, and move in safe, crowd-free and controlled environments, with flights operated by best-in-class operators such as INAEC Aviation Corp. and AirTrav in the Philippines ensuring the highest operational and safety standards. Ascent is committed to Climate Neutrality and is endorsed by governments. Awaiting all-electric aircraft, Ascent makes use of helicopters and planes today. 
For more information, please visit www.ascent.flights




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Gōng xǐ fā cái! Welcome the Croc-tastic Year of the Tiger!

January 29, 2022


Have an Ang Pao from Crocs! Get 3 amazing vouchers with your purchase* from January 28-February 28, 2022!




Crocs, a global leading brand for innovative casual footwear is welcoming the new Water Tiger Year with exciting Ang Paos that you can get starting January 28 until February 28 for every regular-priced Crocs footwear purchased at any Crocs stores nationwide or when you buy at Crocs webstore (www.crocs.com.ph).
 
Present your receipt and redeem the Ang Pao at the nearest Crocs store until February 28, 2022. Each voucher matches a different treat this month. You may choose to get Php 100 off on your next purchase of regular-priced footwear, a free Jibbitz™ when you get another regular-priced footwear or a Php 100 off on any purchase of regular-priced flips, slides, and sandals. Only one (1) Ang Pao may be used in every transaction.
 
Hurry, visit Crocs stores nationwide near you and get your Ang Paos:
·    SM branches nationwide (SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM Pampanga, SM Cebu, SM Davao)
·    Ayala Malls nationwide (Trinoma, Bonifacio High Street, Alabang Town Center)
·    See the complete list here.
 

 
 
About CROCS
Crocs is a world leader in innovative casual footwear for women, men, and children, combining comfort and style with a value that consumers know and love. The vast majority of shoes within Crocs' collection contain Croslite material, a proprietary, molded footwear technology, delivering extraordinary comfort with each step. In 2022, Crocs declares that expressing yourself and being comfortable are not mutually exclusive.

To learn more about Crocs or our global Come As You Are campaign, please visit Crocs official store (www.crocs.com.ph)  or follow Crocs Philippines Facebook Page and Crocs Philippines Instagram for more details for updates.





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Drink your water and get up to P500 cashback from Wilkins Distilled and PayMaya!

 January 29, 2022




Staying hydrated with your trusted Wilkins Distilled water is now made even more sulit as you can get up to P500 cashback via PayMaya. 
 
Just look for the specially-marked label on the product whenever you purchase a 7L Wilkins Distilled bottle, and you will receive instant prizes of P5, P50, or P500 cashback vouchers via PayMaya until January 31, 2022. 
 
To enjoy this instant reward, all you have to do is follow these simple steps:  
1. Scan the QR code in the Wilkins Distilled 7L bottle label.
2. Open the landing page, read the mechanics, and click on the promo button that will either:
i. Prompt you to download and create a verified PayMaya account if you don't have one yet
ii. Open the PayMaya app and log in
3. Users with newly-created accounts will be prompted to enter the unique promo code in the app, while existing users can either tap the button on the landing page to go straight to the Worth a Win sa Wilkins Mission or tap the Wilkins banner found the PayMaya homepage.
4. Enter your unique code and get a cashback voucher.  
5. Don't forget to claim your Voucher in the PayMaya app within 60 days after receipt!
 
 Check out the full mechanics at this link. Once you get your cashback via PayMaya, you can add it to your daily budget and use it to buy prepaid load, bills, groceries, and so much more!  
 
Enjoy cashless convenience for your everyday transactions with PayMaya. Download the app FOR FREE and register to unlock a safe and convenient shopping experience.  
 
PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines, with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. 
 
It provides more than 41 million Filipinos access to financial services through its consumer platforms. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 380,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 60,000 partner agent touchpoints serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved access to digital services. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country, including "every day" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants, as well as government agencies and units. 
 



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Order Pizza and Wings All for yourself with Pizza Hut’s Newest My Box Offers

January 28, 2022



Whenever we eat pizza together with wings, it’s usually when we hang out with family and friends, bonding with them over good food and great stories. But what about those moments when you just want to eat pizza and wings by yourself—you know, when you’re really, really hungry, or when you want to mend your broken heart, or fill the void inside you?

Now you can #gofortheWINg even when ordering pizza just for yourself, because Pizza Hut is rolling out three new irresistible My Box combos featuring the savory yet sweet WingStreet Honey BBQ wings to go with your favorite Pan Pizza and sides!
Get lost in a medley of flavors and textures with My Box Combo A, which comes with 1 Personal Pan Pizza, 2 pieces of WingStreet Honey BBQ wings, and a side of Crispy Fries. 
Enjoy your pizza and wings together with an Italian classic with My Box Combo B, which comes with 1 Personal Pan Pizza, 2 pieces of WingStreet Honey BBQ wings, and a single serving of Spaghetti Bolognese.
If you want something more comforting and homey, you can also for My Box Combo C, which comes with 1 Personal Pan Pizza 2 pieces of WingStreet Honey BBQ wings, and a single serving of Mushroom Soup.
For these My Box sets, you'll be able to choose among three all-time favorite flavors for your Personal Pan Pizza: Hawaiian Supreme, Pepperoni Lovers, or Cheese Lovers! All three sets are priced at P299 (P329 with GrabFood, foodpanda, and Pickaroo) each, and will be available from January 25.

That's not all! You can make your My Box meals even more satisfying with three sumptuous add-ons for as low as P25. Switch it up and try something new whenever you order for a meal experience that's as unique as it is satisfying every time! 

Refresh after every bite with a 12oz cup of ice-cold and fizzy Pepsi for an additional P25 (P30 with delivery partners). Add more meaty goodness to your feast with 2 pieces of Sausage Rolls for an additional P55 (P60 with delivery partners). End your meal on a sweet note with 6 pieces of KitKat Pops for an additional P45 (P50 with delivery partners).


Give in to your craving and order your Pizza Hut favorites any time by visiting your nearest branch for dine-in and take-out orders, or have your meal delivered straight to your doorstep by calling the 8911-1111 hotline, by visiting www.pizzahut.com.ph, or by logging on to the Pizza Hut Mobile App, available for Android
(https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pizzahut.ph) and iOS (https://apps.apple.com/ph/app/pizza-hut-philippines/id1527383194). You can also order for delivery via Pizza Hut's official delivery partners GrabFood, foodpanda, and Pickaroo!
Don't miss out on the latest news, updates, and deals from Pizza Hut by following and giving the brand a like on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!




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Panda Express® Brings New Honey Sesame Chicken Entrée to Town

January 28, 2022


The Honey Sesame Chicken is a new savory and sweet wok-cooked entrée made with crispy chicken strips, fresh string beans and red bell peppers tossed in a sweet honey sesame sauce


To sweet beginnings and savory dishes. Panda Express®—the world’s largest American Chinese dining concept— is welcoming the New Year with a new entrée: Honey Sesame Chicken.


Available for a limited time only, Panda’s Honey Sesame Chicken is made with thin, crispy strips of all-white meat chicken raised without antibiotics and tossed with fresh-cut string beans, and crisp red bell peppers. It is coated in a delicious honey sauce and topped off with sesame seeds.
“Honey Sesame Chicken is inspired by a Cantonese dish that is traditionally made from a whole chicken with honey marinade and brushed with honey sauce when it’s fresh out of the fryer. It offers a richer flavor profile with toasty sesame seeds in each bite,” explained Chef Jimmy Wang, Head of Culinary Innovation at Panda Express.
Starting January 29, 2022, Honey Sesame Chicken will be available across all Panda Express stores for dine-in, take out, and delivery through order.pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, and foodpanda.
What are you waiting for? Try the new Honey Sesame Chicken while supplies last. Available at SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, DD Meridian Park Pasay and SM Grand Central in Caloocan.
To get more information about Panda Express, visit www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ (Facebook) and @PandaExpressPH (Instagram).

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.








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 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. Powered by this global family of associates, Panda Cares®, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, has raised more than $282 million and dedicated countless volunteer hours in bettering the health and education for over 13 million youths, as well as supporting communities in need since 1999. Visit www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ (Facebook) and @PandaExpressPH (Instagram) for more information.



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LOREN: The Lady Who Leads

January 28, 2022




Happy Birthday 3-Term Senator, Deputy Speaker, Antique Congresswoman, Loren Legarda



From a multi-awarded broadcast journalist to a top-notch senator, and beyond. For the past three decades, Loren has dedicated her life to serving the Filipino people. In 1998, Loren became the youngest senator in the Philippines. She is also the only female to top the Senate race twice and the only female to become Senate Majority Leader.







Because of her advocacies on climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction and management, sustainability, and climate justice, the Philippines has been recognized for her pioneered laws on the environment.

Loren is also a women’s & children’s rights advocate, consistent with her efforts to promote the welfare of women and the protection of the Filipino youth.

She is a true Filipina at heart, passionately advocating for the protection of the rights of indigenous peoples and promoting arts and culture in the local and international arena.







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BBC StoryWorks creates content for TECNO to tell the story of how inclusive mobile camera innovations bring people together

January 21, 2022



TECNO, a premium smartphone brand focused on emerging markets, is working with BBC Storyworks, BBC Studios’ in-house commercial content studio, who have created a short film The Future Lens: Looking Ahead With TECNO to explore the meaning of mobile camera innovation.
The video showcases TECNO’s inclusive mobile camera technology for each user through its unique ‘glocalization’ strategy, detailed the work that has been done to better reflect different communities.
In the piece, TECNO explains how they spotted and solved gaps between fast-developing mobile camera technologies and consumers’ actual needs in various situations so as to best meet the unique needs of local users, environments, and cultures.  




For example, to optimise portrait imaging quality, TECNO has built an enormous database that covers seven skin types and 76 skin categories at its TAVIOS Laboratory. So everyone, regardless of how they look, gets to enjoy cameras that know how to make them look their best. In the photo-taking process, TECNO’s progressive algorithms will automatically gather information from users’ environments, recognizing various opportunities for image enhancement. 
Li Jiangtao, Senior Director of TECNO Imaging Product and Head of TAIVOS™ Lab said: “ It’s a great experience for us to work with BBC Storyworks, to share our insights and to tell the story behind our mobile camera development. The short film explores the meaning behind ‘Future Lens’, TECNO’s key concept on mobile camera innovation - to provide more inclusive technology for everyone, creating a world with more understanding without limits .”

Richard Pattinson, SVP BBC StoryWorks said: “We are delighted to be working with TECNO on this piece. TECNO secured our content production team superb access for interviews, including photographer Justin Amoafo, the frontline staff at TECNO mobile camera department as well as allowing us to visit the TECNO mobile phone manufacturing sites and camera labs. This allowed us to build a complete picture for the audience of what TECNO do and how they do it, as well as their goals for a more inclusive future.”



TECNO are optimistic that emerging markets will continue to see the amazing potential of mobile camera technologies designed to meet the real needs of every user, to the benefit of communities everywhere.  TECNO, a rising innovator in the mobile camera field, is committed to advocating for the great variety of beauty standards, and aims to provide opportunities for users in emerging markets to express themselves through this technology.

The commercial series will air from January 4 to February 8, 2022. It will include a thirty-second version airing on the BBC World News South Asia Feed and BBC World News Africa feed, as well as a full version on the branded content hub hosted on BBC.com. 



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Are you ‘G’ for a healthier lifestyle?

January 21, 2022




The new year can be perfect time to achieve lifestyle changes for a fresh start. One of these changes may be committing to working out regularly to sweat off all those extra holiday gains.

At-home workouts have become more convenient during these times. To accompany you on your fitness journey, Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. launches G No Sugar. It is the newest no sugar hydration drink from PepsiCo’s line of beverages. G No Sugar helps you stay properly hydrated throughout your activities for the day. 





“G No Sugar is the healthier option to our well-loved brand, Gatorade, to cater to those who choose fitness. It is the same sports drink that helps with the hydration process, minus the sugar,” announced PCPPI President and Chief Executive Officer Frederick D. Ong. 

Aside from being sugar-free, G No Sugar has no calories, so you can drink it regularly without worry. It is naturally sweetened with Stevia and is available in the refreshing flavors of Citrus Quench and Blue Bolt. On top of that, it has Gatorade’s formula of the right amount of electrolytes to keep you properly hydrated throughout the day.

The minimal calories in G No Sugar, roughly 2 calories per serving, complement your nutritional needs so you don’t have to strain your body from working out too much. 

G No Sugar comes in 500ml bottles and is available in different supermarkets nationwide. 

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) is the exclusive manufacturer of Gatorade and other well-known beverage brands like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Sting, Tropicana, Lipton, Aquafina, Premier, and Milkis.

Blue Bolt
Citrus Quench 






About Pepsi Philippines
 
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) is the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages & snacks in the Philippines, with a relationship spanning 70 years. PCPPI is a listed company in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE: PIP) with Lotte Corporation which is a holding company of Lotte Chilsung Beverage, one of the biggest beverage companies in South Korea as the lead shareholder co-managing with PepsiCo. PCPPI manufactures and sells well-known food and beverage brands: Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Sips, Milkis, Let’s Be and Aquafina. It has established 14 manufacturing facilities across the country, serving more than 700,000 outlets and providing employment through its extensive distribution network.
 
PCPPI is committed to create a positive impact on society with programs focused on environmental sustainability, nutrition, education, and livelihood. For more information, visit www.pepsiphilippines.com.
 

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