Royal Enfield Showroom Launch

ROYAL ENFIELD OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE

Royal Enfield, the fastest growing motorcycle brand in the world today opened its first exclusive store in Manila, Philippines located at 7462 Bagtikan Street, San Antonio Village, Makati City, Metro Manila as a part of its growth strategy in South East Asia. This is a part of Royal Enfield’s nodal city approach and focused international thrust of leading and expanding the global mid-sized motorcycle segment (250-750cc). The first exclusive store in Manila has been set up by the Hardcore Brothers Custom Motorcycles, Inc.

Speaking on Royal Enfield’s first exclusive store in Manila, Mr. Arun Gopal, Head International Business, Royal Enfield said “Royal Enfield is striving to provide an immersive retail experience for its customers that forms an integral part of the company’s core retail strategy, globally. Our store in Manila showcases the heritage and philosophy of Pure Motorcycling. The space has been designed not just as a point of purchase but as a meeting point for enthusiasts and for conversations around motorcycling. The store will be retailing the full range of Royal Enfield motorcycles and gear and will be great starting point for them to experience the brand.”

Designed as a motorcycle enthusiast’s living room, the 972 sq.ft Royal Enfield store in Manila, has been created as per Royal Enfield’s new brand retail identity that showcases its philosophy of “Pure Motorcycling” in every aspect of the Royal Enfield ownership experience. The store features an interesting visual merchandising format and innovative product displays, which include the use of bits and bobs from Royal Enfield motorcycles and photo frames that speak of the Royal Enfield’s heritage. A full blown wall display of a stripped down Continental GT showcasing the bike’s internals and frame depicts machine love where the rider derives sensorial joy through tactile interplay with his motorcycle

Speaking on the Philippines market Arun said “At Royal Enfield, we feel that Philippines is an important emerging 2-wheeler markets in the south east Asia yet it is largely underserved in the mid-sized segment. With the commuter segment forming almost the entire 2-wheeler industry, Royal Enfield presents a huge opportunity for the customers to upgrade to more evocative motorcycles. It was here in Manila four years ago that Royal Enfield opened its first exclusive store in south-east Asia and now in a new brand retail identity, we are sure that customers will find the retail experience much more engaging and appealing”

Royal Enfield designs classic styled motorcycles that are simple, evocative, tactile and fun to ride, providing riders with a “Pure Motorcycling” experience. Blending traditional craftsmanship with modern technology as a means to achieve the perfect balance between the man, machine and the terrain, Royal Enfield motorcycles create a unique experience for riders which is approachable and unintimidating.

In Manila, the Royal Enfield Bullet – world’s oldest motorcycle in continuous production since 1932, is available at a price of Php 295,000 for the Bullet 500cc and Php 151,500 for the 350cc variant. Royal Enfield’s retro street model, known for its post war, timeless styling – the Classic 500 is available for Php 313,000 and Php 196,500 for the 350cc variant. The most definitive highway cruiser, the Rumbler 500 is priced at Php 353,500 and the Royal Enfield Continental GT 535cc café racer is now available at a price of Php 353,500. All prices given are SRP

Speaking on Royal Enfield’s presence in Philippines, Jimmy L Barinaga, President & CEO Hardcore Brothers Custom Motorcycles Inc said “Royal Enfield has grown steadily from being practically an unknown player to becoming an aspirational brand after we introduced it four years ago in the Philippines. The timing is perfect for us to become a more meaningful player in this underserved mid-sized segment where we are providing customers with a differentiated motorcycling experience with our products. With Royal Enfield’s apparel and accessories (Gear), we will be able to provide motorcycling enthusiasts with a complete leisure motorcycling lifestyle in the country”

In addition to its entire line-up of products for Philippines, from its new store, Royal Enfield will also be retailing its latest range of motorcycle apparel and accessories (Gear). With Royal Enfield’s offering of purpose built, meticulously detailed and well crafted motorcycle gear, the riders will have a more enjoyable motorcycling experience.

The newly revamped Royal Enfield store located at Manila, is a full-service store and is equipped to provide service and aftermarket capabilities. Royal Enfield will work closely with Hardcore Brothers Custom Motorcycles, Inc to bring a differentiated experience for motorcycle enthusiast in the region.

During the 15 month period (Jan 2015 – Mar ’16) Royal Enfield sold over 600,000 motorcycles across the globe to support its global growth strategy and also announced its plan to sell 675,000 motorcycles for the 12 month period from April 2016 to March 2017. By 2018, Royal Enfield plans to manufacture and sell up to 900,000 motorcycles from two of its existing manufacturing facilities and a third upcoming facility, in Tamil Nadu, India. With a view to become the leader in the global mid-sized motorcycle industry, Royal Enfield is also building two new technology centres – one in India and one in UK, to enhance capability and execute long term product strategy. Royal Enfield recently announced its entry into Brazil along with the launch of its first subsidiary outside India in North America.

ARUN GOPAL

Chef Next Door with Jonas Ng Press Launch #chefnextdoorph

PRESS RELEASE : The Chef Next Door The Group Entertainment together with Lifestyle Network channel welcomes another feisty, hot character on the block this July. Say hello to the Chef Next Door – Chef Jonas Ng Chef Jonas, head chef and owner of Huat Pot Hotpot Restaurant in Greenhills and Le Jardin in Bonifacio Global City, takes us on a culinary journey to the food industry by showing you the faces, places, and stories behind the food industry that we are only starting to discover. He shares the easiest and most practical ways to cook restaurant recipes, some tricks of the trade and chef hacks that he has learned over ten years of working inside a high-pressure, solution-oriented professional kitchen.

Each episode teaches viewers how to come up with restaurant quality output from modern urban limitation And just like in real-life kitchens, be prepared to see how Chef Jonas bounces back from realistic kitchen struggles like lack of time, space, and budget by doing his #chefninjamoves as he will “MacGyver” his way to coming up with creative and informative solutions in every kitchen crisis he is thrown with. Comical, adventurous, and passionate.

Change is here.... SONA 2016 #LNPangakoNgPagbabago

A day at ZOE Studio 1 , to be a part their SONA 2016. the First State of the Nation address of our President Rodrigo Duterte . While waiting for the coverage of the SONA , ZOE Studio 1 is being set up,  the  cameras being check , teleprompter, lights and sounds  double checked by the crew.  I took the time to have some photo shoot then I was gladden to see the host Mr. Mari Kaimo came in, and I took the opportunity to have a picture with him, which he gladly and charmingly took part  I told him I was a fan of him and nice pictures where taken. But airing time is nearing so I and the audience alike took their seats and guest of the coverage began to arrive. The likes are former Senator Sagisag, Etha Rosales , Dean Valdez and Atty.
Discussion and different point of view was exchange until the President's SONA started. After the speech ended, exchange of discussions among the guest  at the studio took place again. The day was such an informative one and different perspective was open for the viewers to contemplate.. Hoping that every Filipinos will take part for the change that we want..

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dOT7WU_Jdmw

DOST-PAGASA Workshop

THREE DAYS WELL SPENT

ARRIVING at the PAGASA Science Garden Complex in Quezon City before the Departure Time en route to Oasis Hotel and Resort for the three days seminar-workshop.

 

Lots of time to roam around the Central Office of PAGASA the place is surrounded by greeneries, making your morning bright, sunny, with a breath of fresh air.

 

In the bus, about past 9AM, Ms Venus started a roll call for the attendees. Some would just go straight ahead to Oasis Hotel, others would be picked up at designated locations. Foods and drinks were distributed to us for our breakfast.

While on our way, in the area of La Salle Greenhills, the vehicles weren’t moving. It took us about one hour before reaching EDSA. After which it was a smooth and safe travel.

Upon reaching Oasis Hotel, lunch was served then rooms were assigned to everyone.

 

About 3PM we went back to the Conference Room for the Opening Ceremonies and Workshop Proper led Ms VENUS R VALDEMORO (OIC PIU).

 

A lively introduction took place wherein the participants grouped themselves according to animal names.

 

Ours was the Bird Team. We thought of several meanings and significance we associate with Birds.

Being an Eagle, for example, one can see the entirety of a situation and its minute details. Also, being the maya bird that comes out after the rain signifies pagasa hope.

 

After which the Workshop Proper began. Topics such as Weather Systems Affecting the Country was discussed by Ms DAISY F ORTEGA (Assistant Weather Service Chief).

The second day was started by a synthesis of Day One. An overload of different information and terminologies transpired during the second day.

 

The words and subjects alien to me before were taught in layman’s terms in order for the Media to disseminate it to the public in simpler form and help in their better understanding.

 

Ensure the safety and well-being, protection against natural calamities, and economic security of the people as well as promotion of national progress is what this workshop would like to impart.

Ms ADELINA SEVILLA ALVAREZ (Lead Convenor, DRRNet Philippines) handled the Role of Media in Disaster Reduction and Risk Management.

 

Overall the workshop was indeed a great success.

 

Gaining information and meeting friends was such a privilege accorded by the PAGASA ensemble.

In line with the current exhibition 6 Decades of A.G. Austria, the Cultural Center of the Philippines will be hosting an exhibit walk-through with artist Antonio Austria on 15 June, from 1 to 3pm at the CCP’s Bulwagang Juan Luna (Main Gallery). Exhibit curator Ma. Victoria Herrera will be conversing with the artist as he leads guests through the retrospective exhibition.

Folk and naive — these two words have often been used to characterize the art of Antonio G. Austria. But to describe his works as simply that disregards the methodical approach applied to each work and towards the development of his distinctive style. Stylized squat figures rendered in bright colors is now synonymous to his name. Although at closer examination, the childlike and naive qualities of Austria’s paintings are counterbalanced by a well-thought out sense of space, design, and composition. Even with distorted rendering, the viewer is able to promptly recall and connect everyday sights and experiences in his paintings — from the hardworking jeepney driver and his colorful conveyance; the ordered chaos in a store, market, or a street vendor’s merchandise; the excitement in a bar or billiard hall, to a family’s lauriat gathering or a meal in the neighborhood food stall.

Austria garnered top recognition in national art competitions and was among the first group of artists included in the CCP’s roster of the 13 Artists in 1970, a recognition given to promising young artists. It is perhaps this validation early in his artistic life that led to a practice of six decades fuelled by a vision to articulate the Filipino roots and soul in his art. More recently, Austria received the Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan sa Larangan ng Pagpinta from the City of Manila (2002) and the Outstanding Thomasian Alumnus (Visual Arts, 2003), from his alma mater — fitting acknowledgements of a life in art well lived.

DAMIEN on Jack TV this Marc

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n the pilot episode of Damien on Jack TV last week, acclaimed war photographer Damien Thorn (Bradley James) is forced to confront his past and face the fact that he is the Antichrist after experiencing a traumatic event while on assignment in Syria. The plot thickens on its next episode tomorrow as Damien becomes the target of several conspiracies and a mysterious benefactor intercedes.

Damien, from executive producer Glen Mazzara (The Walking Dead, The Shield), is a continuation of the classic horror film, The Omen. The series follows the mysterious child from the 1976 motion picture who has grown up seemingly unaware of the satanic forces around him. The series also stars Oscar® nominee Barbara Hershey (Once Upon a Time), Scott Wilson (The Walking Dead), Omid Abtahi (Better Call Saul) and Megalyn E.K. (House of Lies).

Watch Damien every Saturday, 2:55 PM via satellite and primetime at 8:55 PM on Jack TV.

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