Celebrate Flavor and Fortune at The Manila Hotel’s Red Jade

 

This Chinese New Year, Red Jade at The Manila Hotel welcomes the Year of the Fire Horse with a dining experience that blends bold flavors, heritage, and modern culinary flair. From refined à la carte favorites to festive specialties crafted for the season, every meal unfolds as a celebration worth savoring.

Red Jade’s à la carte menu is a feast for the senses. Must-try dishes include Imperial Peking Duck, Lapu Lapu in Truffle Sauce, Scallops with Duck Liver in Foie Gras Sauce, and Shrimps with Almond Flakes. Dim Sum lovers can savor beloved classics such as Har Gao, Ham Sui Kok, Xiao Long Bao, and Pork and Shrimp Sio Mai. Just in time for the Lunar New Year, Red Jade also unveils new creations, including Sea Bass Dumpling, Deep Fried Suahe Beijing Style, Braised Sea Bass and Turnip Cake with Morel Mushroom in Black Truffle Sauce, and Glutinous Rice Roll with Red Bean Paste, among others.

No Chinese New Year celebration is complete without tikoy. Red Jade’s tikoy offerings, available in Red Bean and Almond flavors and priced at Php 1,288 per box, are perfect for gifting, sharing, or indulging in a sweet moment of tradition. Each bite symbolizes prosperity, harmony, and good fortune for the year ahead.

Vegetarian diners are equally well catered to with Red Jade’s Vegetarian Set Menu. Highlights include Vegetarian Peking Duck, Dong Pao Tofu, Vegetarian Hot and Sour Soup, Mushroom Fortune Bao, and Chilled Coconut Jelly with Avocado, ensuring a refined and inclusive dining experience for all.

For intimate gatherings, Red Jade offers private dining rooms designed to provide an elegant yet welcoming ambiance. Accommodating groups of up to 30 guests, each room is ideal for festive get-togethers, business gatherings, and family milestones.

For inquiries and reservations, call +632 8527 0011 or +632 5301 5500, email restaurantrsvn@themanilahotel.com, or visit www.manila-hotel.com.ph.

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About The Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel is located beside kilometer zero (0), where the City of Manila begins and is walking distance from the Philippines’ known landmarks: Rizal Park, Intramuros, and National Museums. Defined by its history, elegance, and world-class service, The Manila Hotel maintains to be the choice hotel of the most distinguished clientele. Since 1912, The Manila Hotel continuously provides the best services and amenities for a truly memorable experience. It has more than 500 well-appointed rooms and 22 function rooms including three (3) ballrooms. Apart from these, the hotel offers five-star relaxation and wellness experiences with the Manila Hotel Spa, adult and children’s pools, and Manila Hotel Health Club. The hotel is home to the Heritage Museum, a treasure trove of priceless memories that narrate its illustrious past. It also has an Art Gallery which offers a window into a contemporary world, captured through the objective point of view of different artists. It has six (6) dining outlets, each offering a unique culinary adventure: Café Ilang-Ilang which is a favorite spot for its extensive selection of International buffet delights; Champagne Room with its Old European style fine dining and also hailed as the most romantic room in Manila—it features European cuisine in a posh, fine-dining setting; Tap Room, an Old English pub-inspired outlet where one can enjoy an evening of live music; Lobby Lounge which is ideal for casual dining, aperitif, post-dinner nightcaps, or leisure meetings; Red Jade, a fine dining restaurant that serves authentic Chinese cuisine; and Delicatessen that offers the hotel's signature pastries, breads, chocolates, and pralines.

Hotel Contact:

Marvin Kim Tan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, +63 998 951 1912, k.tan@themanilahotel.com

One Rizal Park, 0913, Manila, Philippines

Lock In to Every Moment with Smarter ANC, Unlimited Spatial Audio, and Crystal-Clear Calls from HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i, All for Under PHP 5,000

Designed to keep up with busy urban lifestyles, HUAWEI officially launches the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i in the Philippines, delivering powerful noise cancellation, crystal clear calls, and immersive audio—all wrapped in a lightweight, all-day comfortable design. From packed commutes to late-night work sessions, staying focused and heard has become easier than ever. 

Built for users who want fewer distractions and better sound wherever they are, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i redefines everyday listening with intelligent technology that adapts seamlessly to real-life environments.

Powerful Noise Cancellation That Helps You Lock In

Your day doesn’t slow down, and neither should your audio. Designed for life in constant motion, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i helps you stay focused whether you’re working in the office, trying to rest during a bus ride, or carving out quiet time at home. Powered by Intelligent Dynamic ANC 4.0, the earbuds deliver an average noise reduction depth of 28 dB, with support for up to 55 dB of full-range noise cancellation, even in high-sound areas like train rails and dense urban spots. It adapts instantly to loud, crowded surroundings so distractions never take over in the middle of online meetings. 

With a response time of less than 0.5 seconds, it reduces noise almost the moment it appears, so you don’t have to wait for silence to kick in. The ultra-large rear vent opening, measuring up to 8 mm², improves noise absorption while reducing ear pressure. This allows you to stay in your zone more comfortably, even in noisy environments like cafés or shared workspaces, so you can lock in and finish your time-sensitive work tasks.

Crystal Clear Calls, Even in the Noisiest Places

No matter where conversations happen, your voice stays front and center. Whether it’s an important work call or a quick catch-up with friends, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i ensures voices remain front and center.

Equipped with a six-microphone system combined with a Voice Pickup Unit (VPU) sensor and AI bone-conduction technology, the earbuds intelligently isolate the user’s voice while reducing up to 90 dB of background noise, ensuring clear conversations in busy streets, crowded cafés, or bustling campuses.

Windy conditions won’t slow you down either. With wind noise resistance up to 9 m/s, your calls stay stable and clear while you’re walking outdoors or commuting. The HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i can smartly detect external noise using one inner and two outer microphones that collect surrounding sounds every 2.6 microseconds and send them to the audio processor to adjust noise in real time.

From bustling airports and busy streets to shared workspaces, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i delivers crystal clear calls, anywhere you go.

Immersive Sound That Follows You

When it’s time to press play, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i transforms how you experience sound. With Unlimited Spatial Audio, powered by six-axis sensors and head tracking, audio moves naturally with you. Creating a 360° soundstage that makes your hours-long gaming sessions more immersive and reactive in real-time.

Supporting high-definition audio transmission of up to 990 kbps, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i ensures detailed and dynamic playback, giving users a consistent, premium listening experience, regardless of the device or music platform.

At its core, the newly tuned 11-millimeter quad-magnet dynamic driver delivers punchy bass, balanced mids, and bright, delicate treble, creating a sound signature that feels clear and natural. For music lovers, this means every beat hits with intention—whether it’s the low thump of basslines, the warmth of vocals, or the crisp detail of high notes in your favorite tracks.

You can choose from various sound effects and fine-tune your listening with a 10-band EQ, shaping your soundtrack exactly the way you like it — whether you’re zoning in on lo-fi playlists while working or getting hyped to high-energy tracks during commutes. It uses in-ear microphones to detect how the earbuds fit and adjusts the sound based on your ear canal and the volume level, ensuring consistent high-quality audio. Whether watching your favorite movies and series on your phone, tablet, or computer,  you get a full cinematic sound experience.

Lightweight Comfort Designed for Urban Living

Comfort keeps the immersion going. Each earbud weighs just 5.4 grams, lighter than a one-peso coin, and features an ergonomic design enhanced by the pressure-relieving vent structure. Hands-free head motion controls make managing calls effortless. Simply nod to answer or shake your head to reject, so you can stay focused on what you’re doing without reaching for your phone in the middle of a workout or sitting at the office. 

Whether you’re in the middle of a business call, listening to a podcast during your commute, or winding down with a relaxing playlist, your audio experience feels weightless and comfortable. Together with four ear tip sizes, including the newly added extra small, you get a secure, comfortable fit that stays put through long listening sessions. 

Available in black, white, and pink, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i blends effortlessly into both workday looks and off-duty outfits, making it as much a style essential as it is an audio companion.

Built for real, everyday use, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i comes with an IP54 dust and water-resistance rating, protecting against sweat, splashes, and daily wear. Whether you're powered up for an 8-hour session on a single charge or leaning on the 35 hours of total playback with the case, these earbuds are built to last. When time is tight, fast charging ensures you’re never left waiting. Just 10 minutes of charging gives you up to four hours of listening. From workouts and long commutes to creative sessions and late-night study hours, your earbuds are ready to move with you.

Built for Everyday Life and Seamless Connectivity

When your schedule requires switching between devices, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i keeps up effortlessly. Dual-device connections let you stay connected to your phone and laptop at the same time, so you can jump from a video meeting to an incoming call without disconnecting or missing a beat, perfect for fast-paced schedules and multitasking routines. 

Whether you’re listening on Android or iOS, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i’s spatial audio works seamlessly without locking you into a single ecosystem, making it easy to switch between laptops, tablets, and smartphones. For students, professionals, and creatives, juggling multiple screens throughout the day is easy and seamless.

Discover Smart Audio That Adapts to Your Everyday Routine with the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i

The HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i is now available in the Philippines for only PHP 3,999 along with exclusive first-sale offers worth up to PHP 1,198. Early buyers can receive a free umbrella or coffee cup worth PHP 999, along with one-year, one-time loss compensation worth PHP 199, giving you extra peace of mind as you take your audio anywhere.

To make your upgrade even more rewarding, new products are now PHP 500 off across all official sales channels, with an additional PHP 300 voucher available on the HUAWEI Online Store, Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. Offers are on a first-come, first-served basis, and vouchers are valid while supplies last.

To learn more about the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i, check out HUAWEI’s official website and social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram).

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Upgrade for the New Year: Lenovo Offers Up to ₱5,000 Pluxee Vouchers This Chinese New Year

 

Welcome the new year with smarter technology as Lenovo ushers in the season with its Lenovo Chinese New Year Promo 2026, offering exciting rewards for customers upgrading their devices.

From February 1 to March 31, 2026, customers who purchase select Lenovo laptops and desktops can enjoy corresponding freebies, including Pluxee vouchers worth up to ₱5,000 or a Canon Pixma MG2570S multifunction printer, depending on the model purchased.

Upgrade for the New Year and Get Rewarded

Designed to help users start the year on a smarter note, the promo covers a wide range of Lenovo devices across the IdeaPad, Yoga, LOQ, and Legion series. Customers who purchase participating models are entitled to Pluxee gift cards ranging from ₱1,000 to ₱5,000, which will be sent via SMS upon successful redemption.

Meanwhile, customers purchasing select IdeaCentre desktops and AIO models will receive a Canon Pixma MG2570S multifunction printer, provided instantly upon purchase from participating authorized Lenovo resellers.

How to Redeem

To redeem the Pluxee voucher, customers must register at https://promotions.lenovo.com/ph/en and submit the following details:

• Full name (as indicated on a valid ID)

• Contact number

• Valid ID

• Proof of purchase (invoice name must match the valid ID)

• MTM of the device

• Serial number of the device

Once a redemption request is submitted, customers will receive an email within 7–14 business days confirming whether the request has been accepted, rejected, or requires further clarification. Successful redemptions will receive the Pluxee voucher via SMS within 7–14 business days.

Each customer may redeem the promo up to five (5) times and must complete redemption within 60 days after the promo period ends. Unclaimed freebies after this period will be forfeited.

Start the Year Smarter with Lenovo

With the Lenovo Chinese New Year Promo 2026, upgrading your tech becomes part of welcoming new possibilities for the year ahead. Whether for work, creativity, or play, Lenovo’s range of powerful devices helps you step into the new year smarter, better, and more inspired.

Promo runs from February 1 to March 31, 2026.Terms and conditions apply.Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-247119 Series of 2026.

About Lenovo: 

Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

Nurturing Dreams, Serving Purpose: How Two Filipino Entrepreneurs Grew Their Businesses with Sun Life by Their Side

  

Chef Czarina Sevilla of Avocadoria and Wendy Villanueva of Wilmar’s Taho

 

MANILA, PH – Behind every beloved Filipino food brand is a story of courage, creativity, and resilience. For Chef Czarina Sevilla, owner of Avocadoria, and Wendy Villanueva, owner of Wilmar’s Taho, building a brand meant transforming vibrant local flavors into thriving enterprises.

 

These women prove that success in entrepreneurship is built on passion, purpose, and planning for the future. Despite their different origins, both entrepreneurs share a common partner in their journey towards business growth: Sun Life.

 

Avocadoria: From a Simple Idea to a National Craze

 

For Chef Czarina Sevilla, Avocadoria was born from a desire to elevate the familiar. “We wanted to turn something familiar into something healthier, more meaningful, and proudly local,” she shared. What began as a simple idea has blossomed into a brand recognized locally for its creamy, avocado-based delights.

 

Avocadoria’s rise was fast, but its growth was intentional. Guided by the values of quality, consistency, and care, Chef Czarina made sure every product they served reflected the team’s dedication. However, the rapid growth of the business also brought hurdles. “Our biggest challenge was scaling while maintaining quality,” said Chef Czarina. “But we addressed this by strengthening our systems, training people well, and planning ahead especially in managing costs and risks.”

 

As the business grew, Chef Czarina realized the importance of protecting everything she has built, including her people, her operations, and her future. This motivated her to engage with Sun Life for their business protection and financial planning solutions. “Knowing we had proper coverage from Sun Life gave us the confidence to expand and invest in growth because risks were already planned for,” Chef Czarina explained.

 

Today, Avocadoria proudly operates multiple local and international branches. With Sun Life, Chef Czarina can enjoy peace of mind as she continues to serve her customers and grow her business.

 

Wilmar’s Taho: A Legacy Reimagined

 

Wendy Villanueva, owner of Wilmar’s Taho, was focused on keeping a thirty-year legacy moving forward. She runs the business guided by the values of integrity, consistency, and care. Started by her parents in 1990, the business faced its greatest test during the pandemic.

 

“I decided to sell taho online so that the business could continue and reach more customers,” Wendy recalls. Navigating local government regulations to ensure her vendors were classified as “essential” was a challenging task, but her commitment to her employees and her family’s heritage kept her driven. Supported by her husband and her family, Wendy transitioned the traditional street-side staple into a modern, digitally accessible brand.

 

For Wendy, partnering with Sun Life was about community and credibility. Beyond financial security, her relationship with Sun Life opened doors for the brand to reach new heights. “Being a Sun Life Client gave me opportunities like being invited to sell at the One Sun Life Congress,” she said. “It helped promote Wilmar’s Taho and build our brand’s credibility. This was our second time to serve Sun Lifers, and it’s always a pleasure to be a part of this community.”

 

With her personal and business finances secured, Wendy can focus on the future of Wilmar’s Taho, knowing that the legacy her parents started decades ago is strengthened for the next generation.

 

Future-Proof Your Business Today

 

The stories of Chef Czarina and Wendy highlight an important lesson for every Filipino entrepreneur: the best time to protect your business is while it is thriving. By choosing Sun Life, these two leaders have ensured that their dreams are shielded from the unexpected, allowing them to focus on what they do best – serving the flavors that Filipinos love.

 

To know more about Sun Life’s products and services for business owners, visit sunlife.co/entrepfinancialplan or talk to a Sun Life Financial Advisor today.