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Sampling Steaks

By | Foodie, Jaric Marketing Inc, Steaks | 6 Comments

Late last year, my husband, James, brought in some samples of steaks from the US for us to try.  

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Thanks to Elbert and Adrian for hosting and cooking them for us.   

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Liza and I were the only girls in the table 

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Here are the steaks that had just arrived chilled flown in by air! 

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Chef Adrian checking out the steaks 

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While waiting, we had our soup and salad 

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and good wine of course

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Then the steaks!! Miam Miam! 

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The verdict:  James is importing the steaks so more people can enjoy them!!

MORE OF THIS TO COME!! 

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Smiling Whales, Mustached Houses, and LeSportsac

By | Fashion, Summer, What's New at Rustan's | No Comments

LeSportsac introduces Spring 2010 Artist in Residence, Katharina Leuzinger

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Zurich raised and London schooled designer and illustrator, Katharina Leuzinger, captures boldly colorful and intricately detailed magical worlds and LeSportsac happily jumped into them. Leuzinger and LeSportsac have produced a wildly playful and completely redesigned Spring 2010 Artist in Residence Collection.

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Leuzinger’s blend of playful fancy and organized structure evokes an instantaneous emotional response of pure happiness that organically allows her work to tell its own stories and the prints she created for LeSportsac are no exception. House Boat features a colorful world where octopuses rule, multiple rainbows abound, and whales beckon with smiles. At the same time, Snackville tells the story of mustached houses, bunny abodes, and a place where snack time and home are given their due.

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The prints are available in nine new styles created exclusively for the Artist in Residence Collection. The new and first ever accessories for the collection, the Play Case Cosmetic give all consumers a chance to have pieces of highly adorable and completely packable art.

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Shaped like one of houses featured in the Snackville print and graphically reproduced, the House Pouch is a wholly unique part of the collection. Additionally, the introduction of the Mini Scout About Messenger, and the Girl Talk Hobo offer options for fashionable and fun every day bags, while the Double Trouble Tote are available for carry all and easy travel. The collection is completed by a seriously functional backpack, the Rascal Rucksack.

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CHEERS TO SUMMER WITH LESPORTSAC

 

Known for its vibrant shades and quirky patterns and illustrations, LeSportsac continues to charm every fun fashionista with their latest designs fit for a colorful summer!

 

As a leading manufacturer of iconic and chic handbags from America to all over the world, LeSportsac has continued to produce prime designs of casual nylon arm candies. Their creations range from the classics down to creative collaborations with top artists and trendsetters like Stella McCartney, Jonathan Adler, Diane Von Furstenberg, tokidoki and Gwen Stefani.

 With its trademark of sporty American styling, wide color and print assortment and lightweight functionality with high performance fabrics and hardware this summer now welcomes more exciting designs that is sure to fill in any chic palette!

 In its minimalist design the small Jitterbug embroidery Every Girl tote can finish a clean and laidback outfit. With its bright green nylon canvass decked with adorable bug designs, it places that final touch of simplicity and style to your chosen look.

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The colors of the season are then brought alive with Le Sportsac’s Reverie Print Deluxe Every Girl tote. With the pattern’s mix of vivid tints, this head turning handbag can enliven any summer get-up! A parade under the sun is made more stylish with this tote’s print that complements whatever your color of the days is.

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The Vaudeville Print Deluxe Every Girl tote on the other hand dons the most charming illustrations. Flexible in its built and design, this tote keeps anyone on-trend while keeping those everyday essentials safe and in-place.

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Since its founding in 1974, LeSportsac now carries a complete range of handbags, travel bags, totes, messenger bags, backpacks, and accessories and is sold in over 20 countries worldwide including Italy, Singapore, Autralia, U.K., France, Sweden and Mexico among others.

 

Let the wonderful colors of summer come alive with the designs and creativity uniquely LeSportsac!

 

About LeSportsac

 

LeSportsac is a quintessential American lifestyle brand of casual, trendsetting nylon bags. Founded in 1974, the company maintains a strong presence around the globe, offering a fashion-forward line of handbags, travel totes, messenger bags, backpacks, and accessories. The lightweight fabric combined with high-performance hardware characterizes its iconic, functional styles available in a wide variety of colors and prints. A leader in the accessories market, LeSportsac continues to offer fresh, innovative new styles that remain consistent in terms of quality and character while partnering with trendsetters around the world.

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The AIR collection is exclusively available at Rustans Makati and Rustans Shangrila.

 

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Cougar Gold Cheese

By | Cheese, Yummy! | 2 Comments

To all the cheese lovers out there, you have to try this cheese from Washington State University from the States.  Some say it is similar and close to the famous Canadian Imperial Cheese and some say it can pass for parmesan cheese.  It is White cheddar cheese which is very addicting!!  Miam Miam!! Heart2Heart liked it so much, we have now made it available here in the Philippines. It comes in a 30 oz. can and can be stored indefinitely in its can as long as it is refrigerated.  

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Watch video if you would like to see how the cheese is made

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For orders, please contact:

Weng Atanacio (9am to 5pm Monday-Friday)

email address: weng@jaricmarketing.com

 Telephone #:   898-1371 or 76

Mobile #:  0917 801 6875  

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Michael Kors Spring 2010 Collection: Fierce, Classic and Stylish

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This spring, prepare to be mesmerized with the latest collection from Michael Kors: a fusion of silhouettes, vintage designs, animal prints and Asian-inspired colors.

The ready-to-wear, handbag and footwear collections for Spring 2010 exude a fresh, light, back-to-basic vibe with stylish cuts and designs perfect for the season. Michael Kors masterfully played with his collection, matching oriental colors with the polished and structured designs of the 1960s fashion revolution. The result is reminiscent of lapping sea waves, breezy warm wind and endless sunshine.

 

Easy, breezy fashion

A fashionable combination of structured and vintage silhouettes dominates the collection, while still keeping the season’s casual and chic vibe.

A fashionable combination of structured and vintage silhouettes dominates the collection, while still keeping the season’s casual and chic vibe.

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From retro trends to the playful look of the 1980s Palm Beach fashion, Michael Kors has got you covered. Channel the La Dolce Vita look with smart pieces in malachite and azure.

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Pick between the Marble Chine One Shoulder Dress in malachite

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or the Ikat Cheetah Cutout Front Dress in black to seal a knock-out Italian babe style.

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Taking cue from the warm islands of Indonesia, the colors of chocolate, khaki, cream and hemp accented by warm shades of blonde, bamboo and teak enrich this season laid-back style. Vertical zebra prints and Jakarta batik patterns are infused into glam tops and vintage wedge dresses to complete an eclectically refreshing ensemble. Feel casually luxe in a 2×2 Rib Sequin Pattern Tank in khaki,

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a One-Shoulder Dolman Sleeve Sweater in bamboo,

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or a Borneo Snake Camisole paired with Cuffed Khaki Shorts. 

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Turn the walkway into a fashion runway as you exude the sophisticated look of the 1980s. Don an all-black ensemble with a Hooded Snap Front Dress over a Long Sleeve Top and Synthetic Stretch Pants for an instant fashion makeover.

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Old-time classic colours such as black, white, and pearl heather grey are matched with new wave, ribbon, and Ibiza prints to give the collection a distinct and playful vibe.

 

Shoes and bags

The quintessential handbag has been made-over too. Reinvented and redesigned to fit every woman’s taste, the Michael Kors Spring 2010 collection prides the newest designs, textures, materials, and prints that will make women of all styles swoon. Turn any wardrobe into a chic fashion ensemble — go graphic with animal skins in styles like the Fulton Shoulder Bag

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or the ID Chain Hobo,

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or stick with the classics with styles such as the Rouched Gansevoort Satchel

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and the Erin Shoulder Tote.

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Pamper your feet in style with the newest Amber Wedge

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or the Michael Kors Plate Jelly Flat,

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both perfect for a lazy afternoon stroll in the park. For a more sophisticated look, the Gansevoort Platform is the perfect pair.

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Whether your mood calls for fierce animal and graphic prints or that quintessential classic, laid-back look, an endless selection awaits in the latest Spring 10 Collection. Spend the season in style with sassy, stylish and functional pieces only from Michael Kors.

 

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In the Philippines, Michael Kors is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati, The Power Plant Mall, and Shangri-La Plaza Mall.

 

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Bravado Hits Preggies and Breastfeeding Moms’ Wardrobe

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  If there is one thing that meets function with sass and style for soon-to-be and nursing moms, that would be the leading in maternity and nursing lingerie—Bravado! Its commitment to bolster and enhance the self-esteem of pregnant and nursing moms by offering maternity and nursing lingerie that promote healthy and breastfeeding make her feel good about herself. Bravado Bras and Underwear provides just the perfect fit with just the right amount of support.

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Well-loved by moms worldwide, including celebrity moms like Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Garner and Jessica Alba, each of the bras serves a unique purpose depending on the stage of pregnancy or the occasion, such as sleeping, exercising, returning to work, staying at home or enjoying a night out. Breastfeeding moms need not worry about wardrobe malfunctions because Bravado Maternity and Nursing Bras are designed with unique and well-thought out features to help make a woman’s pregnancy and breastfeeding experience that much easier!

It certainly helps that Bravado is owned by two moms: Kathryn From, one fearless leader and CEO (who has her second baby on the way right now!), and Shery Leeder, who has 2 boys and is currently in the process of becoming a Lactation Consultant herself.

 Let expectant and breastfeeding moms enjoy their maternity period with the best of Bravado designs! When it comes to comfort, there is simply no better bra around than the Original Nursing Bra (P1,950.00) featuring flexible sizing which accommodates up to 3 rib bands and 2-3 cup sizes! This innovator is a multi-brand/multi-cup sizing system making it uniquely suited to the needs of pregnant and breastfeeding moms.

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Designed to melt onto a woman’s body, the Body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra (P2,450.00) gives amazing comfort. This molded foam cup bra offers a seamless silhouette, lovely shape and great support. And because the foam cups are removable, you have the option of a thicker cup, or of hiding nipples and breastpads when you need to. It’s also incredibly easy to fit -it’s fabrication and design mean virtually every woman can fit in any of the 4 sizes!

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Casually fun and professionally chic, the Lifestyle Microfiber Nursing Bra (P2,250.00) is ideal for when the nursing relationship has been established and the changes a woman has been experiencing have started to settle down. This bra has premium microfiber on the outside of the cups and cotton lining inside. Microfiber is fabulous for support and the cotton makes this bra breathable. Surely it’s an ideal item to grab onto for greater pumping!

 

Forget those thin shelf-bras attached to tanks that you’ve seen! The Essential Nursing Bra Tank (P2,450.00) has a full, molded-cup bra inside a stylish nursing tank. It has phenomenal support, all the way up to a G cup! Perfect for maternity (it’ll stretch and come back to its original shape after washing), transition and nursing, this innovative wear is made enjoyable as moms can wear it for daytime, sleeping, yoga, for layering—the possibilities are endless, making this truly the “essential” tank in your customers’ nursing wardrobes.

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With captivating style, luxurious lace and exceptional design, the Exquisite Nursing Bra (P3,750.00) beautifully combines fashion and function. This unique bra features thoughtful details like cups that comfortably stretch to fit a woman’s changing shape, lace that isn’t scratchy, a unique and nickel-free gold clip, and exclusive Bravado! Cotton FlexTM fabric against her skin inside the cups.

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Pair yourExquisite Nursing Bra with the Exquisite Boy Shorts (P1,450.00)! The same luxurious lace detail adds flare to ordinary underwear. The Boy Shorts provide a light support in the front for post-partum bellies. 

Specially designed for the demands of a woman’s changing body, the Maternity Bikini (P1,250.00) is comfortable, stylish and perfect for today’s lower-rise style pants! These bikini panties are wonderful for pregnancy as well because its front panel comfortably under your belly! With 90% cotton / 10% spandex jersey knit fabric, this underwear provides a full seat that stays put and generous leg openings that don’t creep up.

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Trust us when we say that a good pair of underwear can make for a very good day! Our truly unique Maternity Brief (P1,450.00) is actually two panties in one! Pregnant or Nursing Moms might like the feeling of a fuller panty across their belly, but then, some months, (or days, or even hours!), they may feel the need to shed a bit of fabric up front. It’s their lucky day—Bravado’s maternity brief can be worn either mid-belly or folded down to create a wide, soft support band under the belly. Get the comfort you want with its 90% cotton / 10% spandex jersey knit that stretches to fit throughout your pregnancy, a full seat that stays put with no seams or elastic in the front that can press into the belly and generous leg openings that don’t creep up.

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Bravado Designs products make our bras perfect to the finest detail – from non-irritating tags to flexible fabrics that change with a woman’s body. With its innovative designs, Bravado made lactation consultants, midwives, childbirth educators and others in the healthcare community quickly recommend the brand to expectant and breastfeeding moms, and still do to this day.

 

 

Bravado is exclusively available at Rustan’s Makati, Edsa Shangri-La and Alabang Town Center.

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