California Pizza Kitchen : Have a taste of the 4 NEW Exciting Pizza flavors at the 8th National Pizza Day

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the undisputed authority in innovative & adventurous California style pizzas always sewed with a distinct California vibe, ls celebrating National Pizza Days this August 13, 14, & 15, 2019 (Tuesday, Wednesday, 8: Thursday) now on its 8th year run! On these days, guests who visit any of CPK's four (4) locations in Metro Manila can avail of their BUY 1, GET 1 Free Pizza Promotion: choosing among an exclusive selection of five NEW Premium pizzas that embody the spirit of California Cool & Creativity that the brand is synonymous for.

For the 2019 edition of National Pizza Days, CPK is introducing five NEW artisanal pizzas you can choose from that will leave you California dreaming : Beef Chipotle Salsa Pizza, Garlic Chips + Basil Pizza, Thai Chicken Curry Pizza, Italian Sausage & Sundried Tomato Pizza, and their Quorn Alfredo Pizza. As is the hallmark of all CPK Pizza creations, they will all be served with fresh, premium quality Ingredients in season and hearth-baked on top of CPK’s proprietary recipe hand-tossed dough.

You’ll have Michael Pena movies running through your head with their Mexican-inspired Beef Chipotle Salsa Pizza with beef, Mozzarella & Velveeta, lime crema, & chipotle salsa topped with a ranchito sauce, crispy blue corn tortilla strips, & fresh cilantro. 

Say ‘Buon Giomol” with their Italian Sausage & Sun-Dried Tomato Pizza with crumbled Italian Sausage, Mozzarella & Parmesan, & Sun-Dried Tomatoes on a Bolognese Sauce bed topped with a fresh herb mixture. 

East will definitely meet West with their Asian-inspired Thai Chicken Curry Pizza with grilled chicken, Mozzarella, red onions, carrots, & bell peppers on a creamy Thai curry sauce base topped with roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro. 

Unique & fresh flavors collide with their Garlic Chips + Basil Pizza with garlic olive oil, fresh Mozzarella & Parmesan, caramelized onions, & red bell peppers topped with toasted garlic chips and a sweet basil chiffonade. 

And they will "Teach You How to Veggie” pretty much like Dougie did with their Quorn Alfredo Pizza with Quorn chunks, broccoli florets, tomatoes, Mozzarella & Romano on a creamy Alfredo Sauce bed. 

‘CPK popularized California-style pizza and has been at the forefront of unique & innovative pizza creations highlighted by fresh & seasonal premium ingredients. So much so that there are now 3 distinct styles of pizza making that occupy the Pizza hierarchy in the United States: New York Style Pizza, Chicago Style Pizza, and California Style pizza. Just like the iconic Original BBQ Chicken Pizza CPK invented in 1985 that started it all, these NEW pizzas that will take centerstage for our National Pizza Days 2019 celebration are the perfect embodiment of California creativity & culinary innovation." stated Bob Vallar, Marketing Manager of Pi Company, Inc., owners & proprietors of CPK Philippines which, incidentally, is the first lnternational Franchise location for California Pizza Kitchen outside of the United States of America. ”We would like to invite everyone to join us for this awesome 3-day pizza flavor explosion celebration. We derive our greatest pleasure in surprising our guests with unique flavor combinations that may seem uncanny at first but actually work remarkably well as perfect synergies of flavor 8: texture. Incidentally, our National Pizza Days 2019 will kick-off a series of milestones for CPK Philippines from NEW branch openings to a California Forward NEW Menu launch aligned with CPK U.S.A. so watch out for more surprises coming your way over the next several months."

For more Information, visit www.cgk.com.gh, follow them on Facebook & lnstagram and check out their You Tube channel @cpkphilippines

Visit any of their following branches: 

2nd level Alabang Town Center

Ground Level W Global Center, BGC

Basement Level Century City Mall

Mid-Level Shangri-La Plaza Mall East Wing

About California Pizza Kitchen

In 1985, California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) opened its first restaurant in Beverly Hills and introduced diners to innovative California-style pizza. Since then, CPK has launched what has become a global brand known for creative California cuisine. Today, CPK is approaching 300 restaurants In 16 countries around the world. Dedicated to a unique dining experience, CPK is now introducing its Next Chapter featuring reimagined menus, open kitchens, and unique renovations in all restaurants across the country. For more information on California Pizza Kitchen, visit www.cpk.com

World Vision and Procter & Gamble in partnership with Department of Education Malabon Division Office launch “Pag-asa sa Basura” Campaign

World Vision and Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines together with Department of Education Malabon Division Office launched the “Pag-asa sa Basura” campaign, a sustainable waste collection and recycling system targeting several schools in Metro Manila. The project will be done in 25 chosen schools in Malabon and Quezon City.

The participating schools will be outfitted with school-based materials recovery facilities (MRF) for various solid waste materials including sachet packaging. The students who will be participating in the campaign are encouraged to bring sachets to receive incentives such as school supplies. Furthermore, the profits that will be collected from the MRF will be used for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) programs like improvements in their handwashing facilities and WaSH education. 

This initiative will not only be benefiting the children but also saving the environment with the goal of preventing at least one million pieces of sachets going to the ocean. Educators, students, and parents will also be trained on the principles of solid waste management specifically recycling.

Official representatives who joined the event were Cynthia Ayles, Schools Division Superintendent/ OIC of DepEd Malabon, Eliseo Raymundo, Head for School Governance and Operations Division, Anna Legarda, Head of Communications of Procter & Gamble, Jun Godornes, Resource Development Director of World Vision Philippines, and Principals from the 20 participating schools in Malabon.

“World Vision Philippines is so blessed with the success of all of our initiatives with our partners and on behalf of our organization, I would like to thank them for their unwavering support to our advocacy. Let’s continue to work together for the Filipino children,” said World Vision Philippines Executive Director Rommel Fuerte.

To know more and support World Vision Philippines activities, visit www.worldvision.org.ph. You may also follow /worldvisionph on Facebook and @worldvisionphl on Instagram for updates.

About World Vision

World Vision is a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

10 Healthy Snacks for Kids to Enjoy in the Summer

Written by Samantha Clayton OLY, ISSA-CPT – Vice President, Worldwide Sports Performance and Fitness, Herbalife Nutritiom

Kids tend to be more active in the summertime than they are during the school year. With increased activity, they may need more frequent snacks to keep their energy levels up and to prevent them from getting overly hungry, which can lead to cravings for less healthy foods.

To avoid that, provide your kids with healthy snacks.

Here are 10 ideas for healthy snacking:

• 1. Watery Fruits such as melon and berries with string cheese
• 2. A carton of yogurt
• 3. Turkey jerky (a good source of protein and helps replace sodium losses that occur through sweating) plus fruit
• 4. Protein bars made with nuts, fruits, seeds, and little added sugar
• 5. Half a turkey sandwich on whole-grain bread
• 6. Hummus with baby carrots
• 7. Mixed nuts
• 8. Apple slices with peanut butter
• 9. Celery sticks
• 10. Air-popped popcorn

Don’t forget to keep your kids well hydrated too! Plain water is great, but a small amount of flavor may actually encourage your kids to drink more. Sports drinks may be appropriate for active kids, or you can add some pieces of fresh fruit to a water bottle to infuse it with flavor.

You can make popsicles with diluted fruit juice or sports drinks, too. And don’t forget watery fruits like melon: they’re more than 90% water and can really help to replace fluid losses as well as potassium which is lost in sweat.

Food Safety Considerations 

Exercising outdoors with your kids is fun and motivating, but how to make sure the food or healthy snacks you take with you are safe to eat?

To protect your family from foodborne illness during warm-weather months, safe food handling when eating outdoors is critical. Follow these simple food safety guidelines, recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Take a cooler with you

Cold food should be stored at 40 °F or below to prevent bacterial growth. Once outdoors, limit the number of times the cooler is opened as much as you can. This helps to keep the contents cold longer.

Don’t cross-contaminate

If you’re taking raw meat, poultry, or seafood with you, keep it securely wrapped. This keeps their juices from contaminating foods that will be eaten raw, such as fruits and vegetables.

Clean your produce

Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running tap water before packing them in the cooler — including those with skins and rinds that are not eaten.

When it comes to leftovers, an easy way to remember food storage guidelines is simple: two hours, two inches, four days – the numbers make up the “2-2-4 rule:”

• Two hours is how long foods can safely stay at room temperature after you’ve taken them out of the oven or off the grill – or, in the case of cold foods, how long they can safely stay out of the refrigerator or insulated cooler.
• The two-inch rule means that you should store leftover foods in shallow containers no more than two inches thick, so they can cool evenly and quickly. If containers are too deep, it takes too long for the food in the middle to cool down.
• The last rule says that you should use your refrigerated leftovers within four days; otherwise, you should toss them out. But many leftovers are pretty tasty, so chances are they’ll be long gone before then.

URL: https://iamherbalifenutrition.com/nutrition-facts/summer-tips-staying-hydrated/

Herbalife Nutrition is a global nutrition company whose purpose is to make the world healthier and happier. The Company has been on a mission for nutrition - changing people's lives with great nutrition products and programs - since 1980. Herbalife Nutrition offers high-quality, science-backed products, one-on-one coaching with an Herbalife Nutrition independent member, and a supportive community that inspires customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Herbalife Nutrition’s targeted nutrition, weight-management, energy and fitness and personal care products are available through its independent distributors in more than 90 countries.

Herbalife Nutrition supports the Herbalife Nutrition Foundation, a non-profit organization that assists community organizations focused on providing good nutrition. Herbalife Nutrition is also proud to sponsor more than 190 world-class athletes, teams and events around the globe.

Herbalife Nutrition has more than 8,300 employees worldwide. To learn more, visit IAmHerbalife.com.

3 recipes to elevate your favorite instant food

Admit it, more often than not, what you have in your pantry would be hassle-free instant food. As any person who’s lived independently (ahem, alone) knows, they’re pretty painless and require minimal to no cooking, which means not only do you get to eat faster, but also lessen the potential damage you can inflict on your kitchen. 

But hey, eating shouldn’t just be about filling your stomach, good food can work wonders for the soul – and your ego – since you’re actually going to do this. A quick scan through The Maya Kitchen’s trove of recipes has provided these 3 simple ways to transform your instant meals into tastier, healthier, and over-all, fancier dishes. Let’s get down to business.     

From canned tuna to Italian sandwich! This Chili Corned Tuna Salad in Panini Toast provides a yummy twist to your canned staple. And you can do this in just 3 steps! Start by mixing drained corned canned tuna with celery, onion, pickle relish, mayonnaise, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Lay thin cuts of cucumber and red onion on top of a slice of toasted batard bread. Lastly, spread the tuna salad mixture onto the bread. Enjoy it by yourself or share the hefty servings!

Instant noodles to Thai stir-fry! Your favorite pack of instant noodles is filled with endless possibilities far beyond the instructions on the back. Use it to whip up this Thai Chicken and Peanut Stir-Fry Noodles recipe, a great (and healthier!) option to your usual instant fare. Pan fry pieces of chicken until lightly browned, then add in carrots, onion, garlic, mushroom, bell pepper, and oyster sauce. Cook the noodles together with peanut butter sauce for 5 minutes. Place noodles on a platter, then top it with the stir-fried chicken, vegetable mixture, wansoy leeks, and roasted peanuts. And voila, you’ve added a Thai dish to your menu! 

Cake mix to delectable dessert! Store-bought dessert? Nope, but it’ll definitely look like it. Stock up on MAYA Happy Mug Cake Mix’s two flavors, chocolate cake with caramel sauce or caramel cake with chocolate sauce. Just follow the instructions on the back to prepare your base. Now, here’s the exciting part: upgrade your mug cakes by adding mashed bananas (best with chocolate cake), sweet matcha powder, ube jam, strawberry jam, or cookie butter into the mixture. Pop these little treats in the microwave for 2 minutes, then drizzle the sauce over the top as you add fresh fruits and whipped cream before digging in—the same way your fave pastry chefs do. 

Nothing beats quick, easy-to-follow recipes from The Maya Kitchen to help you turn your instant meals into everyday gourmet dishes. Learn more uncomplicated ways to eat well at www.themayakitchen.com. 

Like and follow The Maya Kitchen on Facebook and Instagram @TheMayaKitchen1 and follow us on Twitter @TheMayaKitchen.

Learn great recipes at www.themayakitchen.com. If you want to take your baking and cooking skills up a notch check out Maya Kitchen’s course offerings at the website, e-mail contactus@themayakitchen.com, or visit The Maya Kitchen Culinary Center every Tuesday to Saturday at 8F Liberty Building, 835 A. Arnaiz Avenue (Pasay Road), Makati City or call 8921185 or 892-5011 local 108 or +63929 679 6102.

ENJOY ALL YOU CAN AT OGETSU HIME

If you’re on a quest for delicious Japanese fare, Ogetsu Hime has a trove of stellar beef dishes, sushi, and premium menu favorites right here in the city. Named after Ogetsu Hime, the food goddess of Japan, the restaurant offers only the best from the Land of the Rising Sun, with premium ingredients you won’t find elsewhere.

A cut above all other run-of-the-mill Japanese restaurants, Ogetsu Hime brings the freshest and most authentic seafood from the famous Tsukiji Market regularly. It follows the Japanese food philosophy and delivers only high-quality delights at reasonable prices to its customers. This includes the world’s rarest, most tender cut of marbled beef from Japan’s Mie prefecture.

And if you thought that was all, there’s another mouthwatering reason to go to Ogetsu Hime. You can enjoy a premium, top quality selection of the best delicious Japanese fare at an order-all-you-can price! Sample an array of high-grade, authentic dishes made with ingredients imported from Japan now. Indulge in the ultimate Japanese buffet experience with the Oget and Enjoy All-You-Can!

You can also enjoy unlimited US Angus Tenderloin, premium sushi, and more than 100 specialties on the clean plate price when you dine in at any of the restaurant’s two branches. Pay only Php 988 for lunch Monday to Friday; Php 1,088 for dinner from Monday to Friday; and Php 1,088 Lunch and Dinner during holidays and weekends throughout the year. Check out Ogetsu Hime’s Facebook page for the full details, and avail of the Oget and Enjoy All-You-Can at SM Megamall and SM Aura Premier!

MOMO TERI MAKI

TOKOBETSU CALIFORNIA ROLL

US BEEF SUKIYAKI

EBI SHITAKE TEMPURA

MAGURO TATAKI

Enjoy the US Angus Tenderloin (and other meat and seafood you choose) as a tasty teppan, cooked by a Master Teppan Chef over a Japanese flat iron grill right in front of you. The teppanyaki is a popular cooking method as it brings out the natural goodness of the meat with the vegetables, but also because the chef’s culinary gymnastics with their steel spatulas are so fun to watch! 

Make the most of the awesome eat-all-you-can deal and feast on limitless sushi, from the best selection of sashimi and makimono to Ogetsu Hime’s signature specialty rolls like the Ogetsu Hime Roll, Goma Ebi Tempura Roll, the Kaisen Fried Roll, Tokubetsu California Roll and the Momo Teri Maki. 

Don’t forget to sample as much yakitori, kushiyaki, tempura, tonkatsu, ebi furai, and other Japanese favorites as you wish! Even appetizers, gyoza, nabemono (Japanese dishes cooked in a hot pot like sukiyaki), udon, and ju-mono (rice box dishes) are included in the wide range of delicacies you can choose from.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just enjoying a dinner with family or friends, head over at Ogetsu Hime to experience the unique artistry of culinary Japan.

For updates and promos, like facebook.com/OgetsuHime and @ogetsuhime on Instagram or click-on the VI hashtag #ogetsuallyoucan.

For inquiries and reservations call the following Ogetsu Hime branches: SM Aura Premier 519-9840 or 0917-8096585 / SM Megamall 470-8241 or 0917-5762377.