Voice by Alfred Dunhill

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Alfred Dunhill presents a change in communication direction focused on celebrating brilliance. Recognized achievement is the ultimate masculine aspiration and can only ever be attained through skill, intelligence, drive and the ability to be extraordinary.

The casting for Voice paid no regard to age, look, status or trend – only achievement.

Voice is an honest and elegant portfolio of British men. The format is simple – a series of black and white portraits, each subject dressed in an Alfred Dunhill outfit of their own choosing, and an interview with the cast.

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In the Philippines, Dunhill is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists Inc. (SSI) and is located at Rustan’s Makati.

  

Simply Thai

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Heart2Heart loves Thai food!  It was a pleasure to meet Cecile, the chef behind Silk ( Thai at Silk March 20, 2008) and now Simply Thai at Greenbelt 5.  She learned Thai cooking for 6 years in Thailand.  She learned in all regions of the country so you can imagine the vast knowledge she has on Thai food.  She travels back and forth to Thailand to get her ingredients.  It was so nice to meet her and listen to her passionately talk about Thai food!!  and you will taste it in the delicious food she prepares at Simply Thai.  Make sure you have the Thai Milk Tea to go with your meal.

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Discover at the heart of Greenbelt 5 a blossoming new restaurant called Simply Thai that provides a modern approach with a new twist to Thai cuisine.

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Owned by the same group of the successful Thai at Silk in Serendra, Executive Chef Cecile Chang Ysmael yet again left no stone unturned for this newest endeavor, giving the classic Thai cuisine a modern-contemporary approach.

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Her passion for Thai is infallible, constantly in search for the best ingredients and supplies in her second home, Bangkok, to bring authenticity to Filipino diners and weary travelers who craves for a hearty Thai meal that only she can serve.

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Together with Sous Chef, Cheryl

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Those in search for new favorites will love the wide range of soups, stir-fries, curries and more. To name some of its bestsellers are the appetizing Yam Som O or the Pomelo Salad,

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 Green Papaya Salad

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Green Mango Apple Salad

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succulent North Thai Steak in jim-jaew sauce, Beef Salad, 

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Lamb Shank Mussaman Curry,

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Pork Stew in Coconut Juice, Green Chicken curry,

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sumptuous Choo chee Roti,

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luscious Sriracha buffalo wings,

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and the famous air-flown Dungeness Crab in three sauces.

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Spiciness level can be adjusted to diners liking for a more enjoyable meal.

Beef Curry

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 Calamares

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Catfish Salad

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Chicken Satay

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Phuket Kung Sarong

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Pomfret with Chili Paste

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Pork Ribs BBQ

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Khao Man Kai – Chicken Thai Hainanese

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 Thai Style Fried Chicken

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Thai Fresh Rolls

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Soft Shell Crab with Three Flavored Sauce

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Desserts

Mango Sticky Rice

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Simply Thai’s Nest

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Thap Khim Krawp ( Red Rubies )

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Complete the flavors of Thai with the array of delectable desserts and thirst-quenching, freshly brewed Thai Green Milk Tea, Thai Milk Tea, Lemongrass and Pandan Juices.

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Take a sip of their exciting cocktails that is served first in Manila such as Lemongrass Martinis, Thai Choco Dream and Melodious Mangorita! Enjoy a drink or two to the beats of excellent music and live DJ’s playing chill lounge music at their lovely circular outdoor bar.

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Let Simply Thai give you a whole Bangkok experience with the sways of Thai bamboo plants that embrace the whole restaurant, decorated with striking and fine looking interiors, hand-painted walls and hanging bird cage lamps to give soft lighting to whole place.

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Simply Thai accepts booking for events, private parties and the like, with a choice of main or garden al fresco dining. Call 7290860 or 7296860 for reservations.

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Wonders of the World Food Festival

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 Rustan’s Supermarket places the Wonders of the World at your fingertips 

Setting aside language barriers, geographical distances, and racial distinctions, Rustan’s Supermarket unites the world through its gustatory extravaganza, the Wonders of the World culinary festival.   

Celebrating the world’s common need and love for food, Rustan’s Supermarket invites everyone to indulge in an international gastronomic experience and savor the unique and distinct culinary cultures of Italy, India, Spain and Germany from June to October 2011.  

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Be the first to say Delizioso!

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on June 15 to July 20 and prepare yourself for an extensive line-up of delectable Italian products – from pastas, sauces, herbs and spices, to the country’s most famous cheeses.

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The full sensory food journey extends to a special Italian menu at Benny’s Café, Rustan’s Supermarket Makati, care of Chef Beth Romualdez.

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Renowned chefs will also be demonstrating their culinary expertise in preparing authentic Italian fare through weekend in-store cooking demos in select Rustan’s branches (June 18 at the Shang, July 2 at Rockwell Power Plant Mall and July 9 at Rustan’s Makati).

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Find cooking must-haves at our Ruchi! Indian Festival on July 22 to August 24. Rustan’s Supermarket offers a variety of spices and condiments, ingredients and fresh produce to help shoppers recreate some of India’s most popular dishes in the comforts of their home.     

Discover the rich and Sabroso! cuisine of Spain on August 26 to September 28. Now one of Europe’s rising gustatory hotspots, Rustan’s highlights a wealth of seafood, premium food items and ingredients to help get you immersed in the distinct tastes of Spain.

The supermarket says Kostlich! on September 30 to October 31. From beer, sausages, to everything in between, Rustan’s let’s you join in on the famous annual celebration with a wide selection of authentic German food items. 

Rustan’s Supermarket takes this gustatory journey to new heights via an actual world food trip. With the Around the World Raffle, 2 lucky winners will be picked every month to experience a trip of a lifetime (plus pocket money) to the four featured destinations. 

 

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To encourage shoppers to continue with their food exploration, the supermarket is also giving away recipe books that feature each of the countries’ well-loved dishes for a minimum accumulated purchase from July to October 2011. 

Indeed, with an exciting sensory experience and veritable array of delicious, high quality products, Rustan’s Supermarket, together with its partners New World Hotel Makati, Travelife, and Titania, place a world of gustatory delights at your fingertips.

 

Rustan’s Supermarkets are located in Glorietta-Makati; Rockwell Powerplant Mall; The Gateway Mall in Araneta Center along Katipunan Road, Quezon City; in San Antonio Plaza Arcade, Forbes Park, Makati; Greenbelt, Makati; Paseo de Magallanes, along South Superhighway; Corinthian Hills; Ayala Center, Cebu; Arcenas Estates, Banawa, Cebu, and Il Terrazzo Mall, Tomas Morato, Quezon City.

 

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Sandaya

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This is one of the favorite places of my boys whenever I give them a choice of where to eat!  It’s a no frills yakiniku place.  Just straight, simple yakiniku and ENJOY! 🙂

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And since they are boys, they only think of beef! So we tried almost all kinds of beef to see which one we really like

CAB Angus Beef Boneless Short Ribs – this is their best seller and this is also what they all like P 350.00 for all of this

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US Prime Chuck Tender

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US Hanging Tender

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I put everything on the grill and they get what they like….survival of the fastest!  🙂

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Yukke- still a beef dish

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and we always order the tongue and make sure they give us the special sauce for the tongue which is like oil with salt – squeeze the calamansi before cooking then dip in the sauce before eating 🙂

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and eat plenty yummy japanese rice with you Yakiniku!  YUM YUM!

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2nd Level, Colbella Arcade

910 Arnaiz St.

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone Number: (63 2) 893-2039

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The Making of the Rib Cap by Bryan Flannery

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Featuring once again Bryan Flannery’s Rib Cap.   When James heard about the rib cap, this was one of the reasons he brought Bryan Flannery products to the Philippines.  It’s his favorite part of the prime rib/roast beef.  And now you don’t have to buy the whole prime rib to get this valuable part!

Previous Entry:  Bryan Flannery’s Rib Cap July 21, 2010 

I think this will be a perfect gift for Father’s Day for someone who has everything 🙂

Bryan showing us how he trims the rib cap from the slab of beef 

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Voila!! The rib cap which he gave to us so we could cook it and have some. YUMMY! 

It is now available in two sizes – this is the whole ( approx 3 lbs. ) and then there is also half ( approx 1.5 lbs )

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 For orders, please contact:

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

email address: sales @jaricmarketing.com

 Telephone #:   898-1371 or 76

Mobile #:  0917 544 6875  

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Such Perfect Gentlemen

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We were at the Paco Market event a few months ago and I caught this shot of my husband…look closer at the photo and look at the guy at the other end of the photo…. 

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So I took my husband, then I rushed to the back and took Renato! 

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Don’t you just love these photos?  I love capturing moments like these.  Aren’t our husbands such good guys?  Agree Tita Tess? Renato and James are such kind gentlemen to carry our dainty, colorful yet heavy bags even if they look funny, Haha!!  

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Only The Best for the Greatest Dad from Rustan’s

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Every son and daughter knows that fathers never ask for too much. So for his special day on Father’s Day, surprise him and give him something that will put a smile on his face. Show him how much you truly appreciate him and reward him for all his hard work and love.

This Father’s Day, discover the perfect gift that every father would love for work and play only at Rustan’s.

Spend a relaxing weekend with dad in style and visit Rustan’s for the best outfits and accessories, like this clean and crisp look from Faconnable.

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Throw this stylish jacket from the Monte-Carlo Masters Series Collection on a fitted polo and shorts and dad’s confident to step out, casual and polished.

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The hats in the new collection of Scala Classico are perfect for dad’s day out when paired with Cutter & Buck’s casual short sleeves button-down shirts and polos.

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We all know dads strive to be at the top of their game at work, so reward him with top-notch business suits, formal shirts and leather belts from Hackett

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and quality leather shoes from Magnnani. Other classic gifts like Nautica Plain White Hankies, Faconnable and Geoffrey Beene neckties,

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Michael Kors timepieces

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and Hackett and Jean-Louis Scherrer cufflinks round-up Rustan’s perfect offerings for the dad at work.

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It doesn’t matter whether dad’s an avid gym regular or is allergic to the treadmill. Get him motivated with gym clothes that use the best performance fabrics and technology, like this Sugoi Zap Jacket, sleeveless top and shorts.

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Klean Kanteen water bottles are perfect for any sporting activity,

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as well as the Timex Iron Man watches.

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Get dad into the active lifestyle and keep him healthy for longer.

Treat dad to a much deserved vacation and get him the perfect carry-on bag. The Hackett duffle bag from its Reporter Collection is perfect for toting around and its classic design and top quality make sure it will be around for all your future trips with dad. 

Gift him these other travel essentials like the Panasonic Portable Battery Shaver,

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Chill Pill Portable Speakers, Perry Ellis Portfolio Deluxe Manicure Set, and a set of Hackett International Polos.

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Pile them all into the lightweight Bric’s Dynamic Trolley Luggage,

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put on a Hackett Scarf and D&G shades and dad’s all set to jet to the locale of your choice.

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This Father’s Day, Rustan’s celebrates this special day by offering the best selection of gifts that a Father will surely want! Give your father that special token that spells out “I love you” or “Thank you” with Rustan’s many stylish apparel and timeless treasures.

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Lugang Cafe

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Eds brought the group all the way to Greenhills to have our get together dinner!!  IT WAS WORTH IT!!! We will go anywhere for good Xiao Long Bao!

Across the restaurant is an empty lot for parking, yet it was so so full!! 

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Katrina, the daughter of the owner, was there managing the business together with Lilith de Leon, who I recognized as she used to work with Rustan’s 🙂 

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The place was full!  They do not accept reservations so it was a good thing Eds came early and reserved a table for us already 

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Second floor 

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what a unique private room 

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Okay!  Girls and boys separate again!  Next time, we should mix it up and have group conversations 🙂  So happy to be with the gang with Lils and Lau pregnant!!  Yes, we are in our 40’s and still getting pregnant! 

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When we arrived, part of the group ordered already.  Eds did all the ordering because she is a regular already at Lugang Cafe 🙂 

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OH MY GOSH!! Finally a place in Manila that serves the Crab roe and pork dumpling Xiao Long Bao!!!!  We came back the next day to bring our two sons who love Xiao Long Bao.  Please please open in Makati!!!

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Tofu with Preserved Egg 

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Fried Prawns with Oats!! YUMMY!! 

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Sweet and Sour Pork 

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Pineapple and Shrimps stuffed in Cruellers 

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Hainan Boneless Chicken 

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Taiwanese Fried Bean Curd- YUMMY!!! 

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Steamed Shrimp and Pork Shiomai 

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 Don’t miss out on their menu with all the drinks and desserts!! I did not see this on the first night we went… and to think we went to another place for dessert!  They have plenty to choose from 

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