Sony Philippines reopens flagship store in Visayas  to bring its newest next-generation products 

Sony Philippines has recently relaunched its flagship store in Ayala Center Cebu, highlighting innovation to enhance user experience, and providing consumers with immersive firsthand access to the latest products. 

Located at the third level of Ayala Center Cebu’s new wing, the revamped Sony Centre features next-generation line-up of products ranging from TV, Home Audio (soundbar, one-box, hi-fi), Personal Audio (headphones, earphones, wireless speakers), and Digital Imaging (Alpha, video camera, lenses, accessories).

Present at the Sony Centre Cebu relaunch were Otake Nobuyoshi, President and Managing Director of Sony Philippines; Ivan Lee, Sales Director of Sony Philippines; and Kelly and Maris Uy, Owners of Digikaden Inc., Sony Philippines’ partner dealer.'

"Opening our flagship store in Visayas is a significant milestone in our commitment to enriching lives through innovation and quality. We are excited to provide the people of Cebu and beyond with an immersive Sony experience that will redefine how they interact with our next-generation products and services," said Sony Philippines President and Managing Director, Otake Nobuyoshi, expressing his enthusiasm for bringing the future of technology and entertainment closer to the heart of Visayas.

The relaunch aims to strengthen Sony’s presence and enhance product availability in the region. This strategic move aligns with the company’s commitment to serving the local customer base, granting them direct access to a wide range of Sony products and technologies.

Personal Audio

The latest models in the award-winning 1000X series, WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones, offer industry-leading noise-canceling technology, next-level immersive sound, and Sony's best-ever call quality. Some notable features include a comfortable design, automatic control, and multipoint connection capability. 

TV

Achieve a cinematic entertainment experience right in your living room with BRAVIA TV’s exceptional OLED picture and seamlessly integrated rich sound. The BRAVIA XR 55” OLED 4K HDR Google TV delivers truly immersive cinematic audio while maximizing picture quality for incredible realism. Whatever your entertainment needs may be, Sony’s BRAVIA TV is for you. 

DIGITAL IMAGING

Elevate your content creation game with Sony's Vlog Cameras: ZV-E10, ZV-1, and ZV-1F, which offer easy shooting capabilities like a pro. These cameras are ideal for product reviews, outdoor tours, indoor streaming, and various other shooting styles. Another excellent option is the new Alpha A6700 E-mount camera with APS-C sensor, delivering speedy performance and a range of features from a full-frame model, all packed into a compact size and lightweight body.

Make this holiday season extra special! Explore a diverse selection of thoughtful presents during your shopping spree at the latest Sony Centre, located on the 3rd level of Ayala Center Cebu's new wing.

For more information about Sony Philippines and its next-generation products, visit https://www.sony.com.ph/, or check their social media: https://www.facebook.com/SonyPhilippines/ and https://www.instagram.com/sonyphinc 

Did you know that today, we commemorate the introduction of Chocolate to Europe in 1550? That is why my friend we are celebrating World Chocolate Day every 7th of July. Chocolate is one of the most indulgent, decadent, and versatile desserts. This treat, known to help the brain release endorphins, is best consumed in any form, may it be a warm brownie, a hot cup of cocoa, or a scoop of chunky chocolate ice cream. There’s no surprise why it is one of the top gifts to consider for a loved one, family, or friend for any occasion. 

Join other chocoholics around the world and celebrate Chocolate Day at Ayala Center Cebu.  Boost your serotonin levels and check out these must-try chocolate desserts:

Happiness in a cup

Satisfy your sweet tooth cravings with a scoop of Dairy Queen’s Mini Blizzards selection like the Oreo, Brownie Temptation, Choco Chips, and Cocoa Crunch located at Level 3. You can also upgrade your ice cream experience and have a taste of Chocolate Dairy-Based Gelato at Gelatissimo at Level 1. 

Photo by: spot.ph

Happiness in every slice 

If you need that sugar rush after a heavy meal, try the famous Red Velvet Cheesecake of Leona Cakes and Pastries, a homegrown gourmet bakery located at Level 1. If you want to try something new, have a slice of Butterbean’s Cookies n Cream with an Oreo cookie on top at Level 3.

Photo by: Zomato

Happiness in one sip

Beat the heat and refresh after a long day with a unique yogurt drink from Koomi at Level 1 and chug down their beverage selections like the Kitkat You Outta My Head and Cookies N’ Dream, or have everyone's go-to Signature Hot Choco from Starbucks located at Level 4. 

Photo by: ClickTheCity

Photo by: lamikaayo.com

Photo by: Twitter | @majestic_ph

Photo by: Gelatissimo website

Photo by: Facebook | The Social Cebu

It's a "Cheat Day" Thursday! And for me, it's a sumptuous kind of cheat day as I was able to experience a gastronomic mini Food Crawl initiated by Pancake House, Teriyaki Boy and Sizzlin' Steak in Ayala Center Cebu. Such heaven when your tummy is full!

Cebu Bloggers with their fave dishes from Pancake House. Happiness in the morning it was!

Of course, trying my fave Fried Chicken for breakfast

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If we want to experience a breakfast away from home, then a nearest Pancake House is the right venue for us. The warm greeting of a familiar aroma, a delightful taste and a pleasant sight - these will make each visit always like coming home. Now, what should we order for breaky?



New Fave Offering : Choconut Pancakes (PHP 150)
Choc nut pieces in mini pancakes, whipped cream spread in between the pancakes and drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with a whole choc nut.

Available: June 1 to July 31, 2018




Of Course, these Pancake Classics: 

Golden Brown Waffle | P185
Classic and crispy delicious golden brown waffle

Classic Pancake | P150.00 / P185.00
The homey goodness of plain golden pancakes served with whipped butter


But if you wish to eat a loaded breakfast, then these options are for you!



Pan Chicken With Gravy | (2pcs) P210.00/ (3pcspc) 275.00
Our popular and well-loved crispy and succulent chicken served with steamed rice and flavorful homemade gravy


How about Pancake House Steak?



Spaghetti With Meat Sauce with Garlic Bread | (Reg) P199.00 / (Large) P307.00
A childhood favorite you always go back to, moms spaghetti with meat sauce.


Best Taco in Town | P120.00
Colorful South of the Border Mexican treat! Ground beef, lettuce, tomato, onion and cheese in crispy taco shell


DELIVERY  | ONLINE and CALL

But do you wish to have comfortable breakfast in bed from Pancake House? Then get your Pancake House fix at the palm of your hands, visit delivery.pancakehouse.com.ph

Get your Pancake House favorites wherever you are, just dial 254-1111 for that craving satisfied moment.

Or you can also download the Pancake House App in your smartphone.

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It's almost lunch time when were done with our first stop. So, it meant lunch time baby! Next stop, was Teriyaki Boy and all I thought were Japanese dishes! Teriyaki Boy remains popular for offering a wide variety of, yet value-friendly, Japanese food.



What we had was the greatest Teriyaki Boy’s Kazoku Family Set! Such a glorious kind of Lunch for all of us!

You wouldn’t want anyone to miss this treat. Put your hands together and say thanks for the greatest family meal: Teriyaki Boy’s Kazoku Family Set. #HomeOfJapaneseFavorites Available for delivery at https://delivery.teriyakiboy.com.ph/ Get a free California Roll for a minimum purchase of P1000. Delivery Promo is valid until June 30, 2018. Per DTI-FTEB Permit No. 7077 Series of 2018

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CEBU ADDRESS:
Ayala Center Cebu
(032)231-2792 or (032)231-0969
204 2F Ayala Cebu,
Lagoon Dev. Cebu Business Park, Cebu City



DELIVERY : ONLINE and Call

Graving for Japanese dishes, visit Teriyaki Boy teriyakiboy.com.ph or call 7-9000 for deliveries.

SOCIAL MEDIA:
Follow Teriyaki Boy on Social Media for exclusive treats and announcements!
Instagram: @teriyakiboy_ph
Facebook: @TeriyakiBoyPh

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Of course, that lunch break won't be complete without trying Teriyaki Boy's neighbor, Sizzling Steak! That chicken and pork combo was to die for!



DELIVERY : ONLINE and Call
Graving for Steak dishes, visit  sizzlinsteak.com or call 7-9000 for deliveries.

SOCIAL MEDIA:
Follow Sizzlin' Steak on Social Media for exclusive treats and announcements!
Instagram: @SizzlinSteak
Facebook: @SizzlinSteak

Bistro Group, the company behind Italliani’s and TGI Fridays will be opening a new concept in Cebu, Watami, an authentic Japanese Restaurant. It would be the first branch to be opened outside Metro Manila. Watami Cebu will soon be operational on June 2018 at Ayala Center Cebu. Check this article for more details.
As of now, you can check their social media for more updates on the opening of their Cebu branch.

WATAMI CEBU
Facebook: WatamiPH
Instagram: watamiph

Philippines’ Top 2 International Smartphone Brand, Oppo is set to expand with more stores nationwide after a successful opening of its 4th Concept Store in Cebu. OPPO Philippines continues to expand its strong presence in the country with more concept stores nationwide. With Cebu being a valuable market for the brand, it opened its latest concept store in Ayala Center Cebu along with OPPO influencer Rocco Nacino.

Groufie with Oppo Influencer, Rocco Nacino with event host, Witchtofen Heinrich Intong and Guests and Visitors of the branch

OPPO Influencer Rocco Nacino and FaceCebu Blogger, Mark Monta

Customers now have more options to choose from OPPO’s wide range of selfie-centric smartphones such as the OPPO F3 series (F3 and F3 Plus) and the OPPO A series (A57, A71 and A37) that are sure to match anyone’s lifestyle and preference. Leading the impressive lineup is the OPPO F3, a definite trendsetter with its dual-selfie camera that allows wider selfie shots. It is also perfect for taking a groufie as it can accommodate more people in one frame.

“You won’t ever have to worry about taking a group shot with the OPPO F3,” said Rocco Nacino. “I bring it with me when I travel with my family and friends, knowing that I can perfectly capture every special moment with them.”

OPPO Influencer Rocco Nacino

The OPPO F3 is encased in sleek metal and features a 5.5” full HD display protected by Coming Gorilla Glass 5. It also has 4GB of RAM and the 64GB of storage is suitable for keeping numerous photos, videos and applications. A wide range of phone accessories is available for purchase in all OPPO concept stores nationwide.  

 “Cebu is a valuable market for OPPO and we will continue to provide the best customer experience to Cebuanos through our growing number of concept stores. Our selfie-centric smartphones are definitely relevant in the 9th city for most selfies in the world,” said Eason de Guzman, Public Relations Manager of OPPO Philippines.

Eason de Guzman, Public Relations Manager of OPPO Philippines

OPPO continues to expand nationwide with more concept stores opening in the remaining quarter of 2017. Customers may visit the Ayala Center Cebu concept store at the 3rd level near the activity area.

For more details about OPPO, please visit https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/ or log on to http://www.oppo.com/ph/index.html

Of course not! Now that Spidey is back to the big screen for the sixth time, you will be craving for more "webs"! Last Saturday, members of Cebu's premier Blogging organization, Cebu Bloggers Society (CBS) were able to enjoy this latest Spiderman installation. And it was not as great as the movie if not because of Ayala Center Cebu's Cinema and The Movie Snack Bar.

Watch Spiderman Homecoming in Ayala Cinema

And why do I think this adaptation of the friendly neighborhood movie is the best so far? Here are some reasons I got and felt after watching Tom Holland's version of Spiderman.

1. Finally in Marvel Studios! Of course, with the craving of fans putting Spiderman to the Avengers, everybody is excited for the coming big one! Who can't wait for April 2018, Avengers : Infinity War baby! What would be the vital role of Spidey on this Avengers movie? But for now, let's wait for the next Marvel movies like Thor:Ragnarok, Black Panther and Captain Marvel.

Spiderman Homecoming

2. Washington Post ranks the 2017 version in number 2. This might not be in number one spot but yes! Tom Holland did a good job and of course the team behind the movie. Quoting the website, "“Homecoming” isn’t just a declaration of Avenger-hood, however — it almost magically feels like a brand new Spider-Man movie, despite being the sixth one. Tom Holland’s Peter Parker leads an actually young cast of high school supporting players. Michael Keaton gives an all-time Spider-villain performance as the Vulture (we shouldn’t be surprised, the guy is Batman) and Spider-Man has never looked better, with a suit that’s a nod to the Spider-Man art of the ’60s and ’70s up top with its webbed wings, mixed with some high-tech, Iron Man-like magic. “Homecoming” takes Spider-Man out of the previous movies’ dark shadows and shows it can be fun to be Spidey."

3. Light Feels. That's what I felt. There are no rough battles between Spidey and the villains. The setting is on Peter Parker's High School life which highlighted his first love (?) interest, Liz played by Laura Harrier. But I believe this installation is a "plus-points" to Millenials as they can relate "to the bones"!

Spiderman Homecoming battle!

4. Who do you think is Peter Parker's Love Life, Mary Jane Watson? I mean, in this movie, who do you think is Spidey's MJ? Yes, it wasn't mentioned nor spilled out who MJ really is. But take focus on some little details in every scene, you soon realized who. Aha! Remember this, "People call me MJ!"

Who's Spiderman's MJ?

5. Best Marvel Movie post-credit of all time! In this part of the movie, you can determine from those movie-goers who really are the fans or just merely dragged by friends to the Cinema.You may be heard this already but I mention this again, Spiderman Homecoming movie got 2 post -credits scenes and they are all the "bestest" ever! Sorry, I may sound exaggerating but this is true. Before you proceed, spoiler alert!

Spiderman Homecoming's Captain America

First post-credit, inside a jail, Mac Gargan confronted Adrian inside a jail and asked the identity of our friendly neighborhood. But Adrian didn't sell him out. Okay, for the second post-credit. In this scene, our very own Captain America (Chris Evans) is delivering a speech on a recorded video just like what Peter and his friends saw inside the gym. But this time, Captain America is discussing the importance of Patience. So, basically, if you are an avid Marvel fan, then you should know a teaser of the next Marvel Movie with just post-credit of the current movie. Okay, I'll stop! Please watch the second post-credit, please?!

Our last Cebu Food Crawl Dinner was amazing! With partnership of Ayala Center Cebu, a progressive dinner in a "Pokemon Go" theme was prepared for all participants. But before we started, we were surprised by Jollibee Team's visit in their Barong and Saya outfits as it was Philippines National Heroes day. Then the showtime began! Food Crawlers were group to three and FaceCebu was part of team Pink, we called ourselves PINKachu!

PINKachu Team ready on their feet!

Cebu Food Crawl "Pink Group" for their final and last course of the night #cebufoodcrawl2016 enjoying La Tegola. #bisayanafood #smartalloutsurf #zomatoph

A photo posted by Cebu Food Crawl (@cebufoodcrawl) on Aug 29, 2016 at 5:46am PDT

Our Clearance Form! Exciting!

Members of Cebu Food Crawl during the special appearance of Jollibee Team

So, the closing event was basically divided into 4-courses from different Restaurants! We were given a clearance form which we needed to get a stamp from Ayala Center Cebu team. All we needed to accomplish were to eat the dish, post it in social media with hastags #AyalaCenterCebu and #FoodPorn. Here's a summary of PINKachu's foodventure!

APPETIZER (Noun) - Food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)



A Focaccia was served in Italian Resto La Tegola, it's their signature appetizer! The cracker-like flat bread used to be salty but this time, it was just good and less salty which best paired with their tomato dip. For inquiries, call 032- 419 2220

SOUP (Noun) - Liquid food especially of meat, fish or vegetable stock often containing pieces of solid food



Then we headed to Chika-an in Terraces branch. Chika-an sa Cebu is famous on their Crispy Pata and some seafood dishes. This time we were treated with fave soup, Pochero With Meat. Their Pochero is so perfect for this coming cold weather! Cebu Food Crawlers loved it very much! For inquiries and reservations you may call 410-6319 or log on to www.creativecuisinegourmetgroup.com.

MAIN DISH is the featured or primary dish in a meal consisting of several courses. It usually follows the entrée ("entry") course. In the United States and parts of Canada, it may be called "entrée".

From the Grill Dishes at Casa Verde

And then the main dishes were served. PINKachu team was so lucky to experience dinner at Cebu's fave Resto, Casa Verde. It was just near from our previous restaurant so we came excited! Their signature and best seller dishes were prepared in our table. We got a really juicy Brian's Ribs, The Dax (Round steak) , David Dean's Tenderloin ( steak on top of a mound of mashed potatoes and topped with cheese) and the giant Mighty Ton (12-inch bun with all the trimmings of 125 grams of bacon, an overload of american cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sauteed onions and mushrooms and paired with choice of barbecue, cheese or sour cream fries.)

Casa Verde Dishes are delicious and juicy!!!

Casa Verde's Mighty Ton Burger

SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Casa-Verde/74639923773
Twitter: @CasaVerdePH
Instagram: @casaverdeph

The Mighty Ton of @casaverdeph #ayalacentercebu #bisayanafood #foodporn #cebufoodcrawl2016 #smartalloutsurf

A photo posted by Cebu Food Crawl (@cebufoodcrawl) on Aug 29, 2016 at 5:34am PDT

DESSERT (Noun) - A dish served as the last course of a meal

It was heavenly fudge! We ended our progressive dinner at Brique with their signature dessert, Fudge Smores. Best served when hot, Fudge Smores can best paired with coffee. The Fudge wasn't the sweet but I love it.