Coca-Cola and McDonald’s Extra-Value Fun with Coca-Cola Can Glasses

The Coca-Cola Company and McDonald’s Corporation are partnering to once again excite consumers with a limited edition series of colored Coca-Cola can glasses. The latest treats by the ultimate tandem in opening happiness all over the world, the Coca-Cola can glass will be exclusively available only at McDonald’s in 13 markets including Singapore, China, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Macau, The Philippines, Malaysia, Pakistan, Tahiti, Fiji and New Caledonia. 

McDonald’s, which has been a partner with Coca-Cola since 1955, will offer customers the chance to collect these quality Coca-Cola can glasses in six hip colors – pink, green, blue, lime, charcoal and purple starting July 2 to 15, 2011 only.

For the first time, the contemporary shaped Coca-Cola can glass will be available to millions of consumers within the Asia Pacific region through a McDonald’s meal promotion. A refreshing twist to the iconic Coca-Cola can recognized worldwide, the Coca-Cola can glass is an attractive classic Coca-Cola collector’s item, as you have never seen before.

Andrew Hipsley, Chief Marketing Officer - McDonald’s Asia Pacific Middle East and Africa, said, “Over the last few years our customers have come to expect a new, exciting and truly unique offer from McDonald’s and Coca-Cola each year and 2011 will be no exception. This year’s glass will be another great value to be enjoyed with the purchase of your favorite meal “

John Hackett, Coca-Cola Pacific Group Marketing, Customer and Commercial Director, said, “Coca-Cola glasses are unique collector’s items, and as we celebrate the125th anniversary of Coca-Cola in 2011 we are excited to offer the Coca-Cola can glass to McDonald’s Asia consumers for the first time. We know consumers will enjoy collecting the multiple colors, and the fizz of Coca-Cola at McDonald’s. ”

The Coca-Cola^® Can

The Coca-Cola can was first used to distribute Coca-Cola to the U.S. armed forces overseas in the 1950s, and by 1959 was available to the U.S. consumer.

In 1985 Coca-Cola was the first soft drink to be consumed in space in a special Coca-Cola can, aboard Space Shuttle Challenger.

Collect all six Coca-Cola can glasses now! Just follow these easy steps: Avail of any McDonald’s Value Meal with any Coke product, add P25 and get one Coca-Cola can glass! Hurry! Promo runs from July 2 to 15 in McDonald’s stores in Metro Manila and selected provincial stores so get them while you can!

GSM Blueniversity

GSM Blueniversity is not what you expect from a traditional schooling. I was able to attend a blogger's event for GSM Blue. We had a crash course on mixing drinks starting with the history of GSM, different products and cocktails drinks and mixes all in one night plus a demonstration of flair bartending. Three bloggers were selected to try out if they learn something from mixing and create their own original mix and were evaluated by the experts. There were also fun and games and of course, there were also unlimited booze. What I never thought that I will also be given a certificate of GSM Blueniversity like finishing a course.

GSM Blue's aim to encourage students taking up Hotel and Restaurant Management to focus more on mixing drinks and flairing so they can have more exposure to this specific skills. Mixing drinks and flairing reminds me of the movies, Cocktails and Coyote Ugly. These movies haven't called juggling bottles flairing yet but they were already mastered the skill.

To know more about GSM Blueniversity's Mission and Vision, contest and events, go to their GSM Blueniversity's Facebook account: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000666777214

Green Lantern Donuts by Krispy Kreme

During the Green Lantern advance screening, I was able to try the Krispy Kreme's limited edition donuts inspired by the Green Lantern movie. Krispy Kreme was able to make limited edition donuts since I watched Green Hornet as I recall. As long as there's a green theme, Krispy Kreme may happen to make another limited edition. My impression of the GL donut is not I find yummy looking but since there are branded chocolate flavor with it, it was just as good.

FATHER’S DAY FUN

Dads everywhere rejoice! Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop, has the perfect ending to that special feast the family is planning in Dad’s honor.

The Almond Java Mousse is a symphony of lusciously springy chocolate cake filled with the scintillating tast of java mousse, all encased in velvety mocha butter icing. Topped with coffee ganache, almonds, and jauntily-angled chocolate triangles, this cake will make Dad jump for joy as he enjoys this treat to the last bite.

What are you waiting for? Call 888-1-999 Go-Delivery today or stop by the Goldilocks branch nearest you for the perfect addition to the family on Father’s Day!

Asya Sunday Lunch Buffet

Starting June 12 from 11AM to 3PM, Asya Restaurant will offer you their Sunday Lunch Buffet every Sunday with great selections of Asian and Filipino favorites for only 495+ for adults and 350+ for children 12 years old and below. For more info, go to http://asya.com.ph/

Pansit Puti

It was my mom who first introduced me to Pansit Puti. She took home some excess from work when she orders for the office she was working at. Ever since, it became one of my favorites. I even requested it on one birthday.

Recently, I discovered a friend of mine was related to the owners of the popular Pansit Puti. When I found out that it was located in Makati, I was telling my friend how my mom and I are fond of it. She was telling me that it was an original recipe of her grandmother.

Pansit Puti is unlike any pansit. Despite Its white color, it is rich in taste. Since I am a Lucbanin, I also prefer pansit with vinegar and I can put it in a pansit puti because it also has pork meat. It is also served best with a puto. LSS Fast Food also makes puto can be eaten separately and it’s flavorful unlike any puto.

The Return of an Awesome Tandem: McDonald’s and Kung Fu Panda 2

The Dragon Warrior Po is back! Awesome! McDonald's celebrates the return of Kung Fu Panda with the Kung Fu Panda 2 promo. I already got one of the Happy Meal toys. The Po toy that balances with Mantis. Here's more about the promo below.

The Return of an Awesome Tandem: McDonald’s and Kung Fu Panda 2

Summon your spirit, channel your chi and get ready to continue the journey to awesomeness with this summer’s most anticipated animated film sequel, Kung Fu Panda 2 and the return of McDonald’s Shake Shake Fries and The Kung Fu Panda 2 Happy Meal. All the awesomeness of Po’s adventures in two fun-tastic ways, only at McDonald’s.

McDonald’s Shake Shake Fries

McDonald’s Shake Shake Fries are back with two action -packed flavors to choose from: Cheese Rush and BBQ Kick, for only P55 each. Better yet, turn up your McDonald’s Kung Fu Panda 2 adventure with the Shake Shake Fries Combo where you can choose from a Watermelon Sprite McFloat or Green Apple Sprite McFloat to go with your Shake Shake Fries for only P85. You can also opt for the Coke McFloat and Shake Shake Fries Combo for P80.

McDonald’s Kung Fu Panda 2 Happy Meal

Kung Fu Panda 2 Happy Meal Toys

You can also re-live the adventure of not just Po but the entire gang of fierce Kung Fu warriors with the new McDonald’s Kung Fu Panda 2 Happy Meal. Embark on a fun adventure and collect all eight characters as they sport their bravest faces and their fiercest Kung Fu moves.

Every time you buy a Happy Meal, 50 centavos immediately goes to the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), the charity of choice of McDonald’s and its programs Bright Minds Read (BMR) and Bahay Bulilit.

Hurry and visit any McDonald’s store nationwide and catch the return of this tandem of awesomeness with McDonald’s and Kung Fu Panda 2