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A Multi-Cultural Afternoon Tea Experience at Le Petit Soufflé

A charming escape nestled in two of Metro Manila’s busiest malls is Le Petit Soufflé, a French-Japanese inspired restaurant that puts a twist on comfort food classics. Drawing inspiration from the kitsch and class of French cafés in Japan, Le Petit Soufflé attempts to marry the best of both cuisines into a unique and memorable dining experience… one that customers are compelled to return to, time and again. In fact, their latest offering is a multi-cultural adaptation of Afternoon Tea, re-introducing this European pastime to the Manila scene.

Having recently launched the Workshop, a bespoke bakery concept within the Le Petit Soufflé branch in the Mega Fashion Hall, it comes as no surprise that a decadent set of pastries will soon be offered alongside a selection of carefully curated teas. Pastry chefs Miko Aspiras and Kristine Lotilla will be using their years of experience in the hotel industry to treat customers with a one-of-a-kind Afternoon Tea experience for only Php 795.

The Le Petit Soufflé French Afternoon Tea experience includes lavender lemon tea, orange and almond scones served with homemade clotted cream and orange jam, a camembert and apple tartine, cheese profiteroles, a croissant served with butter and jam, foie gras and raspberry L’opera, a salted caramel and Valrhona Guanaja cone, and fairy floss. 

The British Afternoon Tea experience includes earl grey and orange tea, macadamia and Valrhona dark chocolate scones served with homemade clotted cream and raspberry jam, a meat and pea pie, mushroom and cheese gougères, croissants with butter and jam, sticky date pudding, a strawberry truffle cone, and fairy floss.

The Japanese Afternoon Tea experience includes a matcha genmai cha, a matcha scone served with adzuki red bean paste and homemade clotted cream, furikake, chasyu and mayo tartine, a matcha and black sesame cheese puff, a croissant with butter and jam, a matcha l’opera, a red bean and cream cone, and fairy floss.

Le Petit Soufflé’s quaint twinkling lights and al fresco inspired interiors make the perfect setting for a relaxed afternoon delight. It would truly not be difficult for a customer to imagine oneself in an enchanted garden in Europe sipping on a warm cup of tea, while munching on the pastries that might as well have been flown in from France, England, or Japan.

For more information on the Le Petit Soufflé High Tea experience, LIKE Le Petit Soufflé and Workshop_ph on Facebook and FOLLOW @lepetitsouffleph and @workshop_ph on Instagram.

Shop at Power Mac Center, get a chance to win a trip to paradise!

Doesn’t this heat make you wanna just pack your bags and go to the beach? You could be lying on your mat right now, sipping ice cold piña colada, and then splashing in the water to your heart’s content. What if we say you can take that trip for free? This summer, premier Apple reseller Power Mac Center is giving you a chance to win a trip for 4 to the white sand paradise of Boracay!

Simply shop any of the participating products from JBL, Catalyst, Zerotech, Olloclip, Otterbox, and Energea at any Power Mac Center store to earn raffle entries. The winner will get to fly with three friends to and from Boracay, party, and chill in a secluded resort, complete with a deluxe room accommodation for 3 days and 2 nights.

“This contest kicked off Power Mac Center’s Beach Vibe 2017 campaign, which invites everyone to rediscover their passion for exploring ─ from the urban jungle to white sand beaches and deep sea waters. We want you to just go ahead and have unlimited fun under the sun because we’ve got you covered with waterproof products and accessories from some of the best brands in the market worldwide,” said Marketing Director Joey Alvarez.

Participating products include cases for iOS devices and Apple Watch, floating lanyards, portable chargers, power hubs, lightning cables, Bluetooth speakers, clip lenses, and pocket drones. Each item has a corresponding number of electronic raffle entries. The more entries you have, the more chances of winning.

Also part of Beach Vibe 2017 was the exclusive Power Mac Center yacht party over Laboracay weekend. In partnership with TV100, the Apple partner hosted about 200 partygoers and brand ambassadors for an afternoon of music and drinks aboard a yacht that sailed around the island.

Spotted in the summer revelry last April 29 were Robi Domingo, Carla Humphries, Alex Diaz, and vloggers Wil Dasovich and Daniel Marsh. Excitement grew when Power Mac Center gave away an iPad Air 2 and other premium accessories to lucky attendees.

“There’s more to expect from Power Mac Center as the summer season continues. We want to bring the party to our current and future loyal customers with our newest campaign,” said Alvarez.

The Beach Vibe promo runs from April 17 to May 21, 2017 only. For full contest mechanics, check out Power Mac Center on Facebook or visit any of its branches. The winner will be announced on May 24, 2017 online and in stores.

So what are you waiting for? Head on over to the nearest Power Mac Center store and snag a chance to that awesome beach getaway!

Taiwan Excellence Products In Your Life

Nowadays, a lot of people find themselves searching for work-life balance. With demands from work, work-life balance appears to be an impossible feat, especially in today’s fast-paced lifestyle.

Stop stressing and start achieving work-life balance with Taiwan’s best brands that bear the Taiwan Excellence seal, assuring customers of the products’ superior quality. A perfect slice of work-life balance can be possible with the following tips and Taiwan Excellence’s sports and leisure products.
Develop daily positive habits

Commuting consumes a large chunk of one’s daily life. Why not schedule a “bike day” going to work? Take the versatile Link B7 from Tern for a fun and different urban transport. It would cut commute time while simultaneously adding minutes to one’s daily workout. The Link B7 can make your travel more convenient as it folds compactly in 10 seconds and has adjustable handlepost to find the right height ride.

Breathe
It’s difficult to navigate the high demands of one’s career. Work can get so challenging and may lead to anxiety and stress. Avoid this by finding an alone time to regroup one’s thoughts and reenergize for the next tasks. Reflecting, however, is not limited to finding a quiet room. Try clearing one’s mind using Johnson’s Adventure 5 treadmill. A good reflection over a productive work-out session can be a rewarding treat after a long day.

Try new leisure activities
It’s no fun being stuck in a routine of work-sleep-eat-work. Start simple and try to look for new leisure activities. People who prefer more outdoor activities can commit to swimming classes during the weekends. Before diving into this new activity, make sure to get the must-have items, such as sunblock, comfortable swimwear, and goggles like the waterproof Vision & Vision Jr. goggles that have quality optic lens and multi-colored frame.

Get Moving
Being static makes the body accumulate pent up energy. Let that energy loose by working out. With many available work-out equipment in the market, one can easily perform a do-it-yourself work-out at home. For instance, Ucheer offers compact and portable kinetic energy dumbbell that combines muscle training and body kinetic energy. Those interested in weightlifting can check Victory’s 5-kilogram bumper plate, which combines durable rubber and plastic in its design for a quality and convenient work-out. Products like these can help maintaining personal health, which should be the priority to the modern generation.

Take responsibility for your own decisions
You are responsible for your own self. So when it comes to making smart decisions, remember to be always guided. Like a trusted friend, Taiwan Excellence-accredited products aim to enhance the quality of living. Choosing from its variety of sport and leisure products can help in being a step closer to getting a work-life balance.

For more information on Taiwan Excellence accredited products, you can visit http://www.taitra.org.tw/ or like Taiwan Excellence on Facebook.

Modern Living TV Features Glamorous Trends And Unmatchable Living Spaces

Don’t miss the latest episode of PhilSTAR TV’s “Modern Living TV,” as celebrity hosts and lifestyle columnists Bianca Gonzalez and Stephanie Zubiri scout for the most beautiful living spaces and try out the latest metro trends and hobbies.

Join Steph as she meets up with Mia Borromeo of Philippine Tatler Homes for a quick  tour around the lavish Hermès Maison store. Exclusively carrying luxury French home’s furniture, Hermès Maison has the latest luxe styling trends in store as seen in the most grandiose homes here and abroad.

However, living glamorously does not have to be confined to one’s home. The MLTV team explores ‘glamping,’ (a portmanteau on glamour and camping) the newest trend among those who wish to experience the great outdoors without sacrificing luxury.

After the break, Bianca discovers the secrets of everyday make-up from the experts at MAC Cosmetics. Learn how to sport a more polished and beautiful visage everyday in just five minutes.

For this week’s featured living space, Avida’s One Antonio is a condo-city tucked in the quiet side of San Antonio Village, a private, sensible, and rejuvenating enclave in close proximity to Makati’s Central Business District.

The fifth season of Modern Living TV has 13 episodes, running every Saturday since March 5 until May 28 on ANC at 6 p.m., with replays on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Modern Living TV is the first lifestyle TV show by a news media organization.

Every 30-minute episode of Modern Living TV features the latest eye candy in the form of breathtaking living spaces and other elements of modern living. The show will also present informative and entertaining segments that feature the hottest lifestyle trends.

For more updates, like and follow https://www.facebook.com/ModernLivingTV and @ModernLiving_TV on Instagram and Twitter.  To watch past episodes, log on to philstartv.com.