ASEAN COFFEE GROUP TO MEET IN PHILS.

COFFEE ADVOCATES led by Philippine Coffee Board Inc directors lead the ceremonial unveiling of the commitment to host the ASEAN Coffee Federation meeting in February 2012 in Manila.

The 5^th Regional meeting of the Asean Coffee Federation will be held in Manila on February 17 and 18, 2012.  The past four meetings of the year-old confederation have been held in Pattaya, Laos, Singapore and the last one was in Bangkok, Thailand just last September.  The Philippines was represented by Nicholas A. Matti, Chair of the Philippine Coffee Board, Inc (PCBI) and Emmanuel U.Torrejon, President of the Specialty Coffee Association of the Philippines(SCAP).

The event will be announced to the coffee industry during the opening of the COFFEE ORIGINS 2011 festival on October 7 at 6 pm at the Greenbelt 5 Gallery, Ayala Center.  National Competitiveness Council Chair Guillermo M. Luz (who is a founder of the PCBI) will deliver the inspirational talk during the opening.

Everyone but everyone who is in the coffee business will be witness to a “signing ceremony” where the coffee stakeholders will sign their commitment and support for the ASEAN Coffee Federation. The formation of this body for coffee is timely as 2015 is fast approaching and coffee producers, importers and exporters will no longer pay tariffs and will make it an even playing field for all Asean member countries.

The Philippines continues to encourage its farmers to meet the domestic demand of 65000 MT as production levels have remained at the 30000MT level for many years now. If we do not plant more coffee, we may lose our competitiveness in the region.

The PCBI is at the forefront of the coffee initiatives from the private sector.  PCBI chair Matti was recently appointed as Committee on Coffee chair in the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. while PCBI director Joel Lumagbas is also appointed as a Trustee of the policy advocacy organization.

Meanwhile, Pacita Juan, President of the PCBI has been asked to join the International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA) to represent women coffee farmers and women-owned coffee businesses.  Juan will gather all women groups in coffee through her network of NGOs and Microfinance partner organizations.

For more information on the Coffee Month’s activities, visit www.philcoffeeboard.com.

HALLOWEEN CANDY SATURDAYS THIS OCTOBER AT REYES BARBECUE

This month, Reyes Barbecue offers a ‘no tricks and all treats’ for kids with a Halloween candy pack treat for every P500 single receipt purchase of their delicious barbecue meals, all Saturdays of October, absolutely free!

Enjoy a yummy Grilled Pusit Meal for Mom and a juicy Pork Barbecue Meal for the tween. Try the classic Boneless Chicken Barbecue Meal for Dad paired with the new Reyes Barbecue Kiddie Meal – a Pork Barbecue and Spaghetti combination – for the youngster and get treated to  free Halloween Candy Packs for your kids for every P500 single receipt minimum purchase.

“Kids will surely enjoy our specially designed Halloween Candy Packs! Our free Halloween Candy Packs promo is our simple way of adding fun and enjoyment to the lives of our kiddie patrons, especially during this month of October when all kids look forward to the goodies of Halloween!”, says Reyes Barbecue founder, Frank Reyes.

The free Halloween Candy Packs promo is valid on all Saturdays of October (1, 8, 15, 22, 29), from store opening to closing, at the following Reyes Barbecue participating stores:

SM Mall of Asia, SM Marikina, SM Bicutan, SM Marilao, SM Baliwag, SM Tarlac, SM Clark, SM Pampanga, SM Bacoor, SM Las Pinas, SM Lucena, SM Naga, SM Supercenter Pasig Taste Asia, Shangri la Mall, Robinsons Galleria, 168 Mall Foodcourt, 168 Mall Phase 5, Divisoria Mall, Baclaran, Emerald Mansion, Cash & Carry Mall, UP Ayala TechnoHub, Nuvali, Pavilion Mall Sta Rosa, Alabang Town Center Foodcourt, Cash & Carry Mall, Waltermart Makati.

NEW PRESIDENT NAMED FOR GOLDILOCKS BAKESHOP, INC.

Mr. Richard Leelin Yee, new Goldilocks president

Outgoing Goldilocks President Freddie Go, Sr. – who will continue to provide strategic guidance as the company’s Chairman – recently announced that Richard Leelin Yee will take over his post.

“Richard Yee represents the modern leadership required to meet the challenges of an increasingly global world. The torch has been passed, and we are certain that he will enhance Goldilocks’ culture of innovation, while driving the brand’s growth,” said Go, Sr.

For the past 17 years, Yee has held the vital position of Finance Director for Goldilocks. Rounding off his understanding of the overall operations of the company are his previous positions, namely Marketing and Sales Director for three years, and Plant Manager for two years. He is also a Director in various companies engaged in industries ranging from brand licensing, printing and packaging, and equipment design and manufacturing.

“This is the start of an exciting time for me, and I am eager to build on our momentum,” Yee commented. “I look forward to sharing the next phase of our journey with our customers and employees, as we strive to make Goldilocks an iconic brand throughout the world,” he further emphasized.

As part of the change in management, Go likewise appointed Franklin Leelin Go as its new Vice President. This complements his role as the company’s Store Operations Director.

Goldilocks is celebrating it’s 45^th anniversary this year. These management developments are aligned with its commitment to ensure that the brand remains even more relevant for future generations.

Size Matters at the Franchise Expo

Size Matters' sausage burgers are a mouthful. The sausage makes it unique to other burgers I've tasted. But there is only one branch to go for this. It's only located at Tomas Morato. But if there are interested franchisee who would like to invest in the grill business, then this could be your potential investment. Check out their booth at the Franchise Expo in SMX Convention Center until September 25.

Crystal Clear at The Franchise Expo

Terran life or life here on earth depends water. The oceans dominates the planet than dry land. Our human bodies also have water composition. It is also one of our basic needs. Empires and civilizations in history has rivers running their territory. China has the Yangtze river, Iraq has the Tigris and Egypt has the Nile. This shows how important water is.

For 25 years of business, Crystal Clear has been a pioneer establishment in providing the safest water in the Metro Manila even if there are other water business starts popping up all over the metro. Nowadays, we don't rely on our current sources of water and we are not sure if it's safe even if it's boiled and that's consuming lots of gas tanks. 

According to Ms. Asun Soler, Corporate Communications Head of Crystal Clear, the sure way to say that water is safe is if it's distilled or purified. You can't be too sure if there are presence of microorganisms in the water you are drinking that causes diseases. That is why Crystal Clear is open to franchising. All you need is just a good location and a steady investment and you can start a business and do the world a favor in keeping our drinking water safe and pure.

Checking out Crystal Clear's Mini Couper at the Franchise Expo. It's a classic car.

 

If you wish to weigh your options for the franchise, you can visit the Crystal Clear booth at the Franchise Expo today or until tomorrow, September 25. Franchise Expo is happening at SMX Convention Center. There are now over 500 stores in the Philippines from Batanes to Tawi-Tawi as well as 26 in Indonesia and 2 in Malaysia,  and they are opening new stores in West Africa and India in 2012. Also check out Crystal Clear at Facebook.

REYES BARBECUE GIVES FREE SOTANGHON SOUP ON GRANDPARENTS DAY

Reyes Barbecue celebrates Grandparents Day on September 11. To honor this wonderful occasion, our Lolo and Lola will receive Sotanghon soups, absolutely FREE!

Visit any participating Reyes Barbecue store on September 11 and attain a minimum single receipt purchase of P1,000 to avail of the promo!

“My Lolo, the former Supreme Court Justice Alex Reyes, and my Lola, Engracia Reyes, who was the pioneer restaurateur of the Philippines, were my inspirations for studying hard, and establishing and growing my Reyes Barbecue business. Celebrating Grandparents Day is a great reminder for all of us to honor the wonderful legacies our grandparents left us”, says

Frank Reyes, CEO and founder of Reyes Barbecue.

Order the perfect, healthy grilled meals for your Lolo and Lola – Grilled Bangus Belly, or the delectable Grilled Pusit, or the yummy Grilled Tuna Belly, or the tasty Grilled Salmon Belly, or everyone’s favorite, the classis Boneless Chicken Barbecue! All served with the delicious Java Rice, Peanut Sauce or Pica Pica Sauce, and Atchara or Ensaladang Talong! And to enjoy the sweet celebration more, have Lolo and Lola share a Banana Caramel ala Mode for dessert.

This Free Sotanghon Soup Promo for all Lolos and Lolas is available at the following Reyes Barbecue stores: Shell Magallanes, SM Mall of Asia, SM Bicutan, SM Las Pinas, SM Marikina, SM Supercenter Pasig, SM City Bacoor, SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag, SM City Pampanga, SM City Clark, SM City Tarlac, SM City Lucena, SM City Naga, Robinsons Galleria, Nuvali Sta Rosa, UP TechnoHub, Pavilion Mall Laguna, Venice Piazza McKinley Hill The Fort, Waltermart Makati, Shangri La Plaza Mall, Cash & Carry Mall, 168 Mall, and Divisoria Mall.

FLAVORFUL FUSIONS

Sweet Chocolate Fusion

The search for the perfect bite is over! Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop, brings you Sweet Chocolate Fusion, a marriage of two flavorful favorites!

Succulent Choco Cherry Torte, a culinary creation bedecked in cherry and chocolate crème and dotted with juicy maraschino cherries – merged with the classic Goldilocks Black Forest Cake, in one symphonic, perfect cake.

Indulge in Sweet Chocolate Fusion today! Pop by the Goldilocks branch nearest you, or call 888-1-999 Go-Delivery for the perfect slice!