The Jollibee Champ (MY FAVORITE JOLLIBEE BURGER) is Back - and Even Better!!!

If I'm being honest, I don't really know when the Jollibee Champ was actually phased out. All I know is that whenever I go to Jollibee and ask about it, it's like it's never there. I never asked if it was gone-gone (because I was scared to hear the answer). I always just told myself it wasn't available for the day. :p

It turns out it was phased out earlier this year, but the good news is that IT IS BACK!!! And obviously, out of fear that it could get phased out again, I HOARDED!!!

Char! Special thanks to Jollibee for sending these over!

The best part is that while the original Champ is back with its 1/3 lb 100% pure beef langhap sarap patty, Jollibee has made things even better by introducing two new variants to make us even happier!!!

I'm not a huge fan of bacon; but in case you are, there's the Bacon Champ, which features two strips of bacon in the same delicious burger.

And then there's my new favorite! You can fight me on this, but PINEAPPLES MAKE EVERYTHING BETTER. I love pineapples on pizza and yes, I love them in burgers, too. Say hello to the Amazing Aloha Champ, which is indeed AMAZING!!!

Not gonna lie: I think I finished this baby in less than five minutes. Heh. This new Champ variant turns the classic Champ into a sweet-savory burger with honey mustard dressing and two juicy pineapple rings.

 

“We’re very happy to bring back a product that has received so much clamor from its loyal fans. The return of the Jollibee Champ is a result of the passionate clamor for everyone’s favorite langhap-sarap BIG burger made even better with two new variants to satisfy more cravings for different flavors,” says Cathleen Capati, Jollibee AVP for Bestsellers category.

 

The Jollibee Champ burgers are now available in select 324 Jollibee stores. The classic Champ is available solo starting at Php150, while the Bacon Champ and Amazing Aloha Champ are at Php185 and Php199, respectively. You can win Jollibee GCs here to try them out for free! :D

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If you can't wait, just have your favorite Jollibee Champ burger safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, foodpanda, and LalaFood! Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out counters at select Jollibee stores.

 

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, and follow them on Twitter and Instagram: @jollibee

Magnum Pints: A Belgian Chocolate Indulgence Carefully #MadeToBeBroken

Ever since quarantine started, I have been looking for ways to keep my mind stable, happy, and at ease. Some of my favorite small pleasures include binge-watching stuff on Netflix and reading new books. Being a lover of sweets and food, however, activities like that simply do not feel complete without something delicious to munch on.

This might seem strange to some; but with the recent rainy weather, I've been craving for ice cream like no other. See, back when we lived in Germany, ice cream was my go-to snack for rainy days. And my go-to ice cream ever since I was a kid? Magnum.

Just when I thought Magnum couldn't get any better, the brand has introduced a new way to make me-time even more pleasurable during quarantine: their all-new Magnum Pints.

Just like the iconic ice cream bars, each tub is expertly crafted with Magnum’s thick made-to-be-broken Belgian chocolate, which lines all sides of the pint from top to bottom. If you have come to find that Magnum ice cream bars simply aren't enough to satiate your ice cream cravings, their new products would be perfect for you.

Inside the shell is smooth Madagascar Vanilla ice cream and shards of more Magnum Belgian Chocolate. The pints are available in Magnum’s three signature flavors: Classic, Almond, and White. Almond is my personal favorite, but they're all reeeeeally good.

Magnum Pints are perfect for a midday pick-me-up, a reward after a tough task, or even a surrender to late-night cravings.

What makes the Magnum Pints unique are the fact that they are carefully #MadetoBeBroken - a beautiful contradiction that explains the incredible care taken to create each tub and the fun new ritual behind it.

Here's how it works:

● WAIT. Allow your Magnum Pint to thaw for 3-5 minutes.

● CRACK. Squeeze the pack on either side and smash your spoon through the top. Hear that satisfying crack of the thick Belgian chocolate shell that envelops the velvety vanilla ice cream. Smell the aroma of Magnum’s signature Belgian chocolate.

● INDULGE. Mix the chocolate shards with the vanilla ice cream and enjoy this simple pleasure - you deserve it!

Experience a new type of indulgence that’s #MadeToBeBroken with the all-new Magnum Pints available at Php360 in all leading supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide. For more information, visit the Magnum Philippines Facebook page.

I'm also hosting a giveaway for anyone who might want to experience this delicious new offering from Magnum! Join here:

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I'm Finally Going to Learn Japanese!!!

I. Am. So. Excited.

As you probably know by now, I can speak several languages. However, I never really learned a language that I actually wanted to learn before. The languages I know were all learned out of necessity. This marks the first time I will be learning a language for me; and as such, my excitement is through the roof.

I have always wanted to learn Japanese. In fact, it's the only language that I really wanted to learn (at least before I fell deep into the BTS and KDrama world).

I have actually tried to learn Japanese on my own before what with my intense love for anime, Terrace House, Japanese food, and their whole country, in general. However, I found it too hard to learn the alphabet on my own and understand the inner workings of the language without a real person to teach me about it. Unfortunately, I couldn't find any places to learn Japanese here in the South, either, so that dream kind of fell to the wayside with time.

Well, I am oh-so-proud to announce that thanks to the pandemic, Jellyfish Education is making it possible for me to finally learn Japanese from the comforts of my own home. The best part is that their classes are ultra affordable at only Php5,250 per month!

The classes use the Babel method, focusing on communication skills and allowing students to improve their vocabulary, grammar, and listening skills through quizzes and practice activities.

The N4 and N5 classes come in packages of 60 hours with each session lasting for five months at an hour per session. Plus, if you sign up now, you'll get one month free! Just get in touch with them and let them know you got the news from me. ;)

What are you waiting for? Sabayan niyo na ako and let's learn Japanese together para fun!!! :D

You may call 09487112357 (Smart) or 09179486404 (Globe) for more information. They're super helpful and will patiently answer any questions you might have. Conversely, you may email them at studynihongoph@gmail.com or studynihongo.jec@gmail.com :) You may also like their Facebook page here. See you there?

'Record of Youth' is a Beautiful Series About Following Your Dreams

I started watching 'Record of Youth' yesterday and I am already up to date with all of the episodes. As much as I love Korean dramas, I went into this with zero expectations because I hadn't watched any of the KDramas of the cast members before.

Now, I can finally understand Anne Curtis' love for Park Bo-gum. While he isn't necessarily my type of oppa looks-wise, I have to admit his acting is absolutely PHENOMENAL and that made me fall for him almost immediately.

In the first scene alone, he immediately showcased what he was capable of and I have been in awe of him in every episode since. Even when he cries, it makes me want to cry with and for him. I love him so much! (Please send your favorite Bo-gum series recommendations my way ASAP!!!)

Looks-wise, Byeon Woo-seok is much more my type. However, Bo-gum completely overshadows him in this show with his acting prowess. Still, he is just as much of a joy to watch alongside Park So-dam, who immediately captured my heart.

I love seeing more real and relatable people in KDramas, and she was one of them. The struggle of doing her day job and doing her makeup raket afterwards to be followed by video editing at home... I may not be a makeup artist, but that just all hit so close to home.

Their undeniable chemistry aside, I absolutely love how 'Record of Youth' gives us a peek of what life is like behind the lives of models, actors, makeup artists, and content creators.

Let's face it: our parents' generation doesn't really understand what we go through in these fields, and the struggle to make a mark in such a huge industry isn't exactly easy.

We see how all of that unfolds in 'Record of Youth' and from different perspectives: from a rich kid with a super supportive tiger mom to a not-so-well-off kid with an unsupportive family to an independent hard-working kick-ass lady who doesn't let her boss get her down.

So far, I have found absolutely nothing wrong with this show. It is relatable and real, and peppered with so many subtle life lessons and reality checks; I will definitely enumerate everything I've learned from the show once it's over.

I was able to ask the cast members a few questions prior to the release of the show and they encourage everyone to watch it, as well. Park Bo-gum points out that "there is a lot of fun in watching the changing feelings of the characters", while Park So-dam says that "you will be able to empathize and heal as you see them go through their lives."

She adds: "'Record of Youth is a healing drama where you can see stories about love, friendship, and family. Youths with different personalities meet, worry, and fight."

Byeon Woo-seok adds, "It's a drama for youths who don't despair at reality and work hard. It's also a wonderful show that makes you think about the hearts of family and friends. There are gem-like lines that linger in your heart and it's created with a fun and warm perspective that shows the worries that youths these days have, which anyone can relate to. I think viewers will be able to enjoy the drama in an additional way of they think about the characters' hearts."

If you haven't started watching 'Record of Youth' yet, I highly recommend doing so. You won't regret it. I don't always go out there and shove KDramas down people's throats lol but this is one of the ones that I will most likely recommend every time somebody asks me for a good KDrama to watch.

Have you started watching 'Record of Youth' yet? What are your thoughts on the show so far? :) Geek out with me in the comments section!