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ITALIANNI’S opens its 16th store in CDO

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T h e 1 0 2 - s e a t e r restaurant is Italianni’s 16the store and the chain’s 5th branch outside of Metro Manila.

Businessmen, families, young profess ionals and tourists who have a penchant for good food can now indulge in Italian-American feasts which are all good for sharing, making get-togethers, meetings and all celebrations extra special and delicious culinary adventures.

Begin your meal with a complimentary basket of warm, freshly-baked Focaccia or Tuscan which comes with herbed oil and aged balsamic vinegar

dip. Then, tease your palate with signature appetizers like the lightly coated and tender Fried Calamari and the Spinach & Artichoke Formaggio, a creamy combination of spinach, artichoke and mushrooms in a rich blend of cheese, served with garlic bread. Of course, a visit at Italianni’s will not be complete without the well-loved Sicilian Chicken Salad. Enjoy fresh greens the Italianni’s way—chicken breast, crispy romaine lettuce, mangoes, grapes and pine nuts tossed in a special Sicilian salad dressing. Photo by FROILAN GALLARDO

The Italian-American goodness of Italianni’s Restaurant has finally arrived in Cagayan de Oro City when

it opened its newest store at the Level 1 of Centrio Mall.

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Misis Cynthia Villar and Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma shares good moments during the Sinulog grand stage presentation at Cebu City sports complex last January 20,2013.

Mis is Cynthia Vi l lar, Managing Director of Villar Foundation said, she was in Cebu to enjoy the Sinulog ‘Mas maraming tao sa Cebu and mas well participated ang Sinulog “Malaki ang tulong

nito sa tourism. Ipagpatuloy natin nag festivals na ganito para ma promote ang tourism sa ating lugar at ang mga products na nag bibigay nga kabuhayan sa ating mga kababayan."

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Internationally-acclaimed filmmaker Teng Mangansakan discusses the importance of a good story development as the foundation for films. Cinemagis Film Workshop, January 24-25, 2013, XU Little Theater. (XU Photo)

Xavier Center for Culture and the Arts Director and CINEMAGIS 5 Film Festival Director Hobart Savior in his opening talk. CINEMAGIS Film Workshop, January 24, XU Little Theater.

“Into the art of visual storytelling”NorthMin celebrates CINEMAGIS 5

No r t h e r n Mindanao has a lot to boast

of; from its people to its natural endowments and straightforward to different stories it conceal that up to this writing, some has never been told. With all grace, this region is lucky to possess top film makers who str ive hard to promote what Northern Mindanao has to offer not only in the national scale, but international as well through “visual storytelling”. Xavier University, X a v i e r S c i e n c e Foundation, Xavier Center for Culture and the Arts (XCCA), XU-NSTP in cooperation with the National Commission for Culture and Arts (NCCA) conducted a two-day CINEMAGIS film seminar-workshop f o r s t u d e n t s a n d professionals on January 24-25, Little Theater, Xavier University Ateneo de Cagayan. Now on its fifth year, CINEMAGIS continues to celebrate film making potentials of the region and is forefront in producing digital short films that will further prop up chronicles in the locale through student and professional film enthusiasts. A c c o r d i n g t o Mr. Hobart Savior, XCCA Director, CINEMAGIS is the first step for CINEMA Rehiyon t hu s f i l m m a k i n g industry must be a serious one. Through these featured films which are categorized on a s tu d e nt a n d professional category, it will help endorse Northern Mindanao, telling those who are from Visayas and Luzon that we do exist and we have caliber film makers. Also, through those films, not only Northern Mindanao but the whole

of it, will be cleansed from negative images shown and perceived by others of what Mindanao is. Films which portrayed lives of our Muslim brothers will help in such a way that we will somehow eradicate our “nega vibes” about them. M r . T e n g Mangansakan, an award winning screenplay writer and director based in Davao stressed that “film is nothing but visual storytelling”. A film must tell a story and must confess meanings beyond the human eye; so that, it will be appealing to the audience and that it will acquire such importance in the society. He further admitted that a film must start with an idea, a concept in which one will find significant to be made into visions. “If you have an idea, cultivate it, and soon work it out to be put into a script and next is into film”. And that, “storytelling is the most challenging part of the whole production.” P u t t i n g e v e r y s t a t e m e n t i n t o c o n n o t a t i o n s , M r. Teng also explained the difference of making telenovelas and short f i lms. “ Telenovelas napakaraming dialogues, it is not suited for visual storytelling kasi lahat s inas abi , g inagawa na nga sasabihin pa compared to what is visual storytelling na kung saan wala nang m a s y a d o n g s a t s a t pinapakita na lang sa gawa and how will the audience understand it, ganoon yun”. “Kagaya na lang ng kapag sa scene ay paparating na ang bida, sasabihin pa nga isang character na, parating na siya. Sinasabi na lahat eh”. Mr. Teng put an emphasis that local film makers must have their own identity in

making films, of course idea first but on how will you structure the series of events or plots real ly matters also. Show your audience the meaning behind and not the meaning in front. “Let us do cinematic enrichments and make devices in which it is for the visual understanding”. “Titles unique, create a certain identity na ikaw talaga, oo nga may mga kaparehang idea pero hindi naman pwede na parehas lahat, diba? Pareha man kayo n g k o n s e p t o p e ro yung pagkakabuild ng series of events and other elements may pagkakaiba”. “Dapat tayo gumawa ng meaningful and fresh films”. To end his discussion about the basics of film, Mr. Teng left the participants with points and ideas to ponder on how to make films in the future that are helpful and not destructive to the society. He pointed out the following: 1.) Make a film out of a certain good intention and cultivate it through motivation 2.) Make sure everything is organic, built-in in nature, what is real 3.) Characters and settings must be realistic, get characters who can act as to what is their role in the film and not as actors and actresses of their own wants and; 4.) Assess pointers of your film, what is the story about, will the number of characters work, proximity of influence to the audience, problem at the end, where is the story going, how does the story move and is the story predictable. Wo r k s h o p s o n storytelling out of some projected concepts and situations were done also. “Always remember, a film is nothing but visual storytelling” ~Mr. Teng Mangansakan

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Oro Chamber P a s t P r e s i d e n t

a n d i n c u m b e n t Tr u s t e e o f t h e Agriculture, Mining and Fishery sector Ruben Vegafria is now heading the Cagayan de Oro Water District (COWD) as Chairman of the Board.

Serving the local water district for four (4) years now, PP Ruben Vegafria was elected as the 11th Chairman of COWD last January 4.

“This is a good development for us in the Chamber,” said President Efren Uy. He said that since water is a key business cost concern M r . Ve g a f r i a ’s chairmanship will expectedly improve t h e d e l i v e r y o f w a t e r s e r v i c e s throughout the city for the benefit of thousands of Cagay-anons and business establishments.

As a hard-working e x e c u t i v e , O r o Chamber believes t h a t Ve g a f r i a ’s

SAN Juan Rep. J V E j e r c i t o Est rada urged

the Department of Tourism (DOT) to t a ke advant age of the citat ions given to the Philippines as one of the top tourist destinations in the world.

Ejerc ito Estrada made the statement after the Philippines was given the Best Tourism Destination aw a r d by C h i n a’s E n g l i s h d a i l y , “Oriental Morning Post.” The citation was based on a consumer survey conducted by the newspaper.

A l s o, A m e r i c a n t r a v e l m a g a z i n e “Conde Nast Traveller” re c e nt l y i n c lu d e d the Philippines in its list of “Top Tourist Destinations to Watch

in 2013.”L a s t w e e k , t h e

Philippines received the “Most Romantic Destination” award from another English daily in China, the “Shanghai Morning Po s t .” T h e aw a r d was also based on a consumer survey.

“The DOT should now step up its efforts t o p r o m o t e t h e Philippines as a tourist sp ot . At the same t i m e , gove r n m e nt should implement the necessary reforms to develop the tourism industr y,” said the young lawmaker.

H e s a i d t h e government should immediately upgrade m aj or a i r p or t s i n t h e c o u n t r y a n d improve other tourism infrastructure to boost tourist arrivals.

T h e s e n a t o r i a l candidate from the United Nat ional ist Alliance (UNA) said the government should focus on developing the country’s tourism indust r y g iven i t s potentia l to create more jobs and provide business opportunities to local entrepreneurs.

Ejerc ito Estrada said that while the countr y has many won d e r f u l tou r i s t s p o t s t h a t c o u l d lure in travelers, the Phi l ippines is st i l l being edged out by other Southeast Asian countries in terms of attract ing tourists . Malaysia, for instance, was visited by 24.7 mil l ion tourists in 2011 while only 3.91 million tourists visited the Philippines that same year.

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OroChamber Execelected COWD Chair

leadership in the w a t e r c o m p a n y wil l pave the way f o r t h e l a t t e r ’s transformation into an effective, efficient and reliable water service utility that everyone is hoping for.

It can be recalled t h at C OW D w a s among those badly hit by typhoon Sendong. At present, COWD is busy upgrading

its pipes and water distribution systems w h i l e i n s t a l l i n g n e e d e d p ip e s i n nearby areas.

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The power of “Likes”

ReSPeCT from Within

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DebbIe CAbAGUe

I confes s . I am a “Facebookph i le” and since I first joined

this social networking s i te in 2007, I am hooked.

Late ly as I was b r o w s i n g t h r o u g h n e w s f e e d s t h a t I receive daily, I have noticed that there are postings of photos of people asking random people for 1 million likes so they can have their request for a puppy, a baby or whatever they would like to have. There are also posts of photos that ask for either a “like” or a “share.”

T h i s t r e n d i n F a c e b o o k a l s o caught the eyes of the ent repreneurs and now you will see so many products and se rv ices that

are asking for l ikes on their fan pages. Even beauty contests a n d o t h e r o n l i n e competitions rely on the Facebook users’ likes to determine the most popular and reward them with a prize.

So what’s wrong with “liking?”

A t s o m e p o i n t there is none. But if one looks closely, this behavior of actually needing affirmation f r o m p e o p l e t o validate their “digital e x i s t e n c e ” h a s become the new way of evaluating one’s se l f as wel l . Some personal accounts on Facebook also rely on their friends liking their statuses and posts just so they will know if they are being noticed or

simply ignored online. That is the danger, when young people wanted to belong and become so engrossed with their social media accounts that they want people to see if their so-called friends actually notice them. These young users feel let down once likes and comments and even shares are fewer than they expected.

E v e r y p o s t o n Facebook does not have to go viral and you do not have to beg for likes in order to be popu la r . I f your intention is to just express yourself, then do it. The likes will come naturally. And if you feel that none of your friends liked your posts, don’t fret. They probably missed out

in reading what you said. Or perhaps they simply don’t care or have already gone tired of your constant rants and unimportant shout-outs.

For those who have plans of liking all posts on Facebook, this is also considered an abusive behavior. It is not your obligation to like all the posts you see on your newsfeed. This is not a guarantee that you will be liked in return. The reason the like button was devised so that users will have a quick and instant reaction to a posts but this does not mean we have to rape the l ike button l ike there’s no tomorrow. O n l y l i k e w h a t i s necessary, relevant and has a personal

connection to you. A n d o n e m o r e

thing, you do not have to thank each and every person that liked your post. This can be cute at first but when your post reached 500 more or so, you are just wasting your time liking each one of them. Don’t worry, you are not running for any government pos i t ion and they will understand if you have not said any word about them liking what you just shared to the world.

Be a responsible social media user. As what a local media n e t w o r k g i a n t i s campaign ing and which I “like,” I am reminding everyone to THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK.

A good f r iend mus ic ian of m i n e o n c e

shared to me one of his bad experiences as an instrumentalist. Over the years my good f r iend has never failed a single event when he’s hired to play . On one occasion my friend and another m u s i c i a n w e r e both h i red for a certain event and s ince they have worked together for many times, there couldn’t have been a problem at al l . The unexpected h a p p e n e d , t h e o t h e r m u s i c i a n didn’t showed up at the event when infact a commitment was made with the client. There was no text message nor call from the other m u s i c i a n , w o r s e my f r iend found out afterwards that this other musician was also playing in another event with the exact same time they were suppose to play together.

The experience was really bad right? I myself wouldn’t w a n t t o b e i n that situation. The relationship between two musicians was strained. What more

with RESPECT? Again as I have

emphasized in my last art icle “work ethics” i s deeply r o o t e d i n o u r personal values and respect is a core characteristic that an individual must deve lop. As the saying goes “ you cannot give what you don’t have” . . . Therefore you cannot truly respect others , if you don’t truly respect yourself first.

Even if we have discussed “respect” over the years within the four walls of our c las s rooms , we should purposefully a n d c o n t i n u a l l y remind ourselves of the value because it helps us stand on the ground. Aside from the great lesson I learned “respecting time”, “respecting myself “ is a day to day step I take to keep me reminded of this value.

Believe it or not as I am writing this article, I am actually quarantined in my room for the whole day because of f requent asthma attacks. I decided to stay home today because I respect the need of my

body to rest, but as I made that decision I had to inform my superv i sor of my health condition so that she can inform the parents and my students that I cannot hold voice classes. With that I exercised respect for their time.

I am a steward of God’s gift that’s why I do not overuse it, as my respect I take time to rest and put it to proper use.

I r e s p e c t m y editor that’s why I’m submitting within the deadline.

D e v e l o p i n g r e s p e c t i n d e e d starts within. It has to be incorporated i n o u r p e r s o n a l values system ... So that when we face var ious s i tuat ions in l ife, whether in the music f ield in my case or the like, we can respond always with RESPECT. Just l ike another mus ic ian I know and I secretly salute this person. There was a great offer for this musician but to accept the offer means stepping on another musician. W h a t ‘ s m o r e amazing is that this musician secretly informed the other

musician of the offer and declined the offer because of deep RESPECT for the senior musician.

As I end this article I would like to address these questions to everyone whatever field you are in.. How deep is your respect to yourself, to your gifts, to others? If you we’re placed in that same situation with that last musician I ment ioned, wi l l y o u b e a b l e t o give it up or not? Your answer to the quest ions c lear ly reveals whether you truly value respect or not.


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The Rav4 is a name conceived as a vehicle name suited for a

compact SUV that matches its active, sporty, youthful and stylish image. This iconic name was derived from the first letters of the words; Recreational, Active, Vehicle and it being a four-by-four (4x4). In January, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) unveils the all-new 2013 RAV4. Based on the principles inherited from its predecessors, the RAV4 hosts new innovative features and enhancements for its l ifestyle driven customers.

Unconstrained and filled with a youthful vibe, the all-new RAV4 is visually more powerful than ever before. The RAV4 is built with a stroke of sophistication that makes it more appealing to those who catch a glance on it. Aerodynamics is also given importance for its exterior styling and Aero Stabilizing Fins have been added on the outer mirrors and rear combination lamps to ensure driving stability. It is equipped with stylish 17” aluminium wheels and tires with low rolling resistance that contribute to better fuel efficiency. The overall exterior design aims to capture the essence of a compact SUV’s agile and sporty character by adding a sense of excitement expressed by the RAV4 DNA.

The all-new RAV4 is powered by a 2.5-liter, Dual

VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) engine which aims to achieve fuel economy, high engine output and decreased fuel emissions. Furthermore, excel lent accelerat ion performance has been ensured, particularly from low to high speeds with its 6-speed automatic gearbox.

B u i l t w i t h s t r o n g proportions, this premium compact SUV also invites you to experience the fun in driving as you enter its cabin. The interior design of fers a l ively cockpit with the addition carbon fiber trimmings matched with structure based functionality and refined interior space. Instrument panels are strategically positioned for the convenience of its passengers. Moreover, the all-new RAV4 is now equipped with a 6.1” Audio Display System with self-illuminating VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display), that offers high contrast ratio and wide angle view. Its 6-speaker audio system is AM/FM/CD ready and also has a USB/AUX function for your personal music player. It is also Bluetooth capable for hands-free phone calls and music syncing. A 3-dial multi-information meter is incorporated with blue illumination lights to create a sophisticated and sporty feel. Distant journeys are much more convenient with its 60/40 split-foldable rear seats along with added

storage utility and ample luggage area.

For passenger safety, the all-new RAV4 is equipped with front, side and curtain airbags. Meanwhile, vehicle operation is also simplified with the adoption of the Smart Entry System. You may lock/unlock doors and start the vehicle by just carrying the key. Aside from that, parking and driving is much more convenient with the ultrasonic wave sensors that detect obstacles located around the vehicle.

The all-new RAV4’s exterior colors embody the progressive silhouette appearance of a premium compact SUV. Customers have five (5) vibrant colors to choose from: Silver Metallic, Xtreme Black, Red Mica Metallic and Bronze Mica Metallic. A White Pearl color option is also available for an additional P15, 000.

The all-new RAV4 is now available in three (3) variants: 4x4 priced at P1, 963,000, 4x2 Full Option priced at P1, 581,000 and a 4X2 variant is also available for P1, 357,000.

For more information on the al l-new RAV4, log on the Toyota Motor Philippines official website; HYPERLINK “http://www.toyot a . com.ph” w w w.toyota.com.ph or contact our Customer Assistance Center at (02) 819-2912 or call and visit Toyota Cagayan De Oro at (088) 858-7770.

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SAN JUAN City Representative JV Ejercito Estrada expressed gratitude to President Benigno

Aquino III amid reports that PNoy has already signed into law the Domestic Workers’ Act, widely known as Kasambahay Act.

“I’m very thankful to President Aquino for his concern over the plight of household helps who have long been at the mercy of their respective employers,” Ejercito Estrada said.

“This is the best gift we can give at the start of the new year for these hardworking men and women who tend to our homes and take care of our children.”

The Kasambahay Act ensures the rights and welfare of the estimated 2 million household helps all over the country and also pegs their minimum salaries.

Under the new law, the minimum salary of a domestic helper is pegged at P2,500 in Metro Manila, P2,000 in chartered cities and first-class municipalities, and P1,500 in the rest of the country.

The law orders the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board to determine succeeding

sa la ry inc reases fo l low ing consultations with stakeholders.

A p a r t f r o m m o n e t a r y compensation, which includes a 13th-month pay, the law also mandates employers to enroll their househelpers in Social Security System, Philhealth, and Pag-ibig Fund and to pay part of their monthly contribution.

Also, domestic helpers should be afforded at least eight hours of rest every day and a day off a week.

“Most household helps have very little education,” Ejercito Estrada said. “That is why I’m glad that my proposal to require employers to allow their household helps to complete their basic education has become part of the new law.”

A similar bill was first filed 15 years ago. The current bill went through countless modifications before it was finally approved in the 15th Congress in the first week of December.

The San Juan lawmaker, as vice chairman of the Committee on Labor, is among those who shepherded the bill through the House of Representatives.

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The Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club

in the Cagayan de Oro is honored to host the golden staging of the Southern Ladies golf tournament with the country’s leading players vying for top honors on Feb. 6-8.

Princess Superal goes for back-to-back championship in the three-day event, which also features members of the national pool a n d t h e l e a d i n g players in various classifications.

T h e i n d i v i du a l championship will be held under the Molave scoring system while the team, a four-to-play, three-to-count event, and seniors tournaments will use the Stableford system

(net of handicap).The organiz ing

N a t i o n a l G o l f Association of the Philippines is also inviting past Open champions to join the golden staging of the annual event backed by the Phi l ippine Sports Commission,, WWWExpress, DPC Yellow Pages, Hans Brumann Jeweller, St. Luke’s Hospital and hole-in-one sponsors Toyota Motor Phils and Mizuno.

“We’re inviting the past Southern Ladies O p e n w i n n e rs to attend this momentous event and better yet join the tournament a l t o g e t h e r,” s a i d NGAP chair for ladies committee Alice Ll. Andrada.

For details, contact

NGAP. at (02) 5179778 or fax (02) 7065926 or (Susan Facundo) at 0917-560-7074 or at Pueblo at (088) 858-8976 or 817-4275.

Others expected to join are Superal’s te ammates in t he ICTSI-The Country Club squad, including Sarah Ababa and new m e m b e r s S o p h i a Chabon and Abegail Arevalo.

T h e l o c a l b e t s are a l s o exp ec ted t o f i g u re we l l i n the tournament as well as those from the leading players from the country’s top clubs, including Aguinaldo, Alabang, Apo, Cebu Country Club, Davao Golf, Del Monte, Orchard, Phi l Navy, Pueblo and Wack Wack.

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Villar at Ati-atihan Festival - Former Congw. Cynthia Villar celebrated with the Kalibonons during the Ati-atihan Festival. The Ati-atihan Festival , marked by colorful street dancers parading colorful indigenous costumes and body paints, is held annually in January in honor of Santo Niño (Infant Jesus). Accompanying Mrs. Villar is Vice-Gov. Billie Calizo-Quimpo.

Villar nakisaya sa Ati-atihan Festival - Buong giliw na nakisaya si dating Congw. Cynthia Villar sa pagdiriwang ng Ati-atihan Festival sa Kalibo, Aklan. Ang makulay na selebrasyon, na dinadayo pati ng mga dayuhan, ay taunang ginagawa tuwing Enero bilang pagpupugay kay Santo Niño. Kasama rin sa parada si Vice Gov. Billie Calizo-Quimpo.

Villanueva, Misamis Oriental – Senator Loren Legarda cited recently energy firm

STEAG State Power Inc. (SPI) for having been conferred with the prestigious DENR Official Seal of Approval.

In her letter to SPI President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Bodo Goerlich, Senator Legarda, who is also Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Climate Change, commends SPI’s continuing effort to integrate green polices into the company’s business plans and operations.

In November last year, SPI joined the ranks of 18 other companies in the country, and among the five in Mindanao, to quality under Track 1 of DENR’s Philippine Environment Partnership Program (PEPP).

PEPP-Track 1 industries are large companies that go beyond compl iance and dr iven by competitiveness, image and supply chain requirements to improve performance.

The award is conferred to companies with no cases and complaints filed with the Pollution Adjudication Board for the last three years prior to the date of awarding; are in full compliance of all applicable environmental laws and proven to show cleaner production processes and superior

environmental performance by a 3rd party auditor.

“May this award inspire other companies to take the path of green and sustainable development” Sen. Legarda said.

Using state of the art electric generation and pollution prevention technologies, the power plant continues to meet global standards on efficiency and reliability and has achieved 100% compliance with applicable local and international e n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n regulations. Through the years, SPI enjoys the reputation of being one of the highly efficient and reliable power producers in the country.

Since start of its operations in November 2006, the power plant has so far delivered more than 8 billion kWh of electricity to the Mindanao grid representing about 20% of the island’s total power supply.

SPI is a special purpose company that owns and operates a 210 MW (net) power plant at the PHIVIDEC Industrial Estate in Villanueva, Misamis Oriental. The company is majority owned by Steag GmbH which is Germany’s 5th largest electricity producer and market leader in biomass power plants. Steag’s Filipino partners at SPI include clean energy leader Aboitiz Power Corporation (AP), and La Filipina Uygongco Corporation.

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...ITALIANNI’S From page 1

The core of Italian-American cuisine is in the pastas and pizzas it serves. Italianni’s has a wide array of your favorite pastas including Baked Ziti, Penne with Italian sausage, creamy beef ragout baked with parmesan and mozzarella cheese; Seafood Cioppino¸ spaghetti pasta topped with mussels, calamari, clams and shrimps complimented with a white wine sauce; the well-loved Shrimp Fra Diablo, fettuccine pasta sautéed with shrimp, garlic, pine nuts, spinach, asparagus and feta cheese, in a marinara cream sauce; and finally, the Spaghetti & Meatball, the classic favorite made special by Italianni’s huge homemade meatball served with marinara sauce.

When it comes to pizzas, Italianni’s boasts of their Pizza Speciale (classic round shaped pizzas) and the Pizza Grandioso (oblong-shaped crust and perfect for sharing)—either way, all are best enjoyed amidst Italianni’s old

world charm.Sumptuous entrees

include the Roast Pork Ribs (which comes with green beans, garlic rice and peppercorn sauce) and the all-time Filipino favorite, Grilled Pork Chops (grilled pepper-crusted pork chops with black peppercorn sauce, crisp fried spinach, seasonal vegetables and garlic rice).

Leave some room for dessert and indulge in treats like the creamy Panna Cotta, Italy’s famous vanilla custard made fresh daily and served with guests’ preferred sauces (mango, blueberry or honey with walnuts). Italianni’s desserts provide the sweet ending to such a memorable dining experience.

As Italianni’s opens its newest branch at the Level 1 of Centrio Mall in Cagayan de Oro City, Cagayanons and local and foreign tourists can experience the same great food, friendly and efficient service and an ambiance that is warm and inviting—the same formula that has made the Bistro Group of Restaurants a leader in casual dining.

Four SeasonsSalad

Baked Ziti

Sicilian ChickenSalad

A hip, classy and trendy way of doing business will surely appeal to the younger generation as LifeSTYLE by M&Co enters the Cagayan de

Oro market scene, paving way to give Kagay-anons a better way of life.

The company is rooted on a mission to give its members a better life through product selling and multi-level networking.

Originally created by the owners to give their employees an alternative source of income, LifeSTYLE by M&Co. is now a brand that continues to grow and is the fastest growing direct selling company today.

LifeSTYLE by M&Co is owned by Mr. Gunn Roque III, who also owns the internationally known brand KAMISETA.

Setting up the multi-level networking and direct selling approach is brought about by Gunn’s vision of sharing to his employees and giving them extra income.

In an interview Gunn reveals that “First yung Kamiseta, nung na-create ko yung Kamiseta, I wanted to give my employees extra income, so tinayo ko yung M&Co. yung M&Co. na iyon was only meant to be for our employees, kaso nung nag-open ang store, sobrang dami nang naging members. Now we have 600 thousand members, so one time sa M&Co, nandoon ako, yung mga nagrerecruit – nagsusponsor sabi sa akin ‘sir bigyan niyo naman ako nang extra income’ sabi ko, why not yung M&Co., sabi nila ‘sir wala akong puhunan but I can invite people’, so doon ko naisip yung proper networking, multi-level talaga. Smaller ang puhunan – extra income. Doon na nagsimula itong Lifestyle, nagstart nung February (2012).”

When one browses through the catalogue, LifeSTYLE by M&Co. products show a dash of elegance, a brew of style and comfort, and an aroma of class all on its own, comparable of that to the Kamiseta line.

Gunn enthused “it is actually the same quality,

of course some of the accessories yung exclusive sa Kamiseta, hindi namin ginagamit for M&Co. may sarili sya. Our products are for both men and women consumers.”

LifeSTYLE by M&Co. can help people make a better living and generate income, Gunn says “para sa akin important yung product, the word of mouth is so important for me – so first we give you good quality products, we’re now all over the Philippines because of these products, but now we really encourage people to get into business. Ito lang naman talaga ang gusto ko, my idea is yung middle class natin na walang trabaho can help in the economy. Population is not a problem, if they have jobs or income they can live happier. Ako as an entrepreneur, I feel this is my only way to share to the people and the quality of the product should be able to market itself”.

Gunn continues by assuring the quality of the products of LifeSTYLE by M&Co. and why it is on a class of its own, “we are the best, and that is for sure… like in Kamiseta, we are the best local brand in terms of quality. I have to wear it, like yung sa men’s wear, each and every product must pass through me, so kung hindi siya papasa sa akin, it won’t be out in the market, I am also confident that for our ladies wear, that

with our quality – you can’t get this product for this price only anywhere in the country, alam ko iyon, kasi yung pricing ko talagang eksakto lang iyan… I also personally work with our great designers”

Gunn enthused, “im very confident na if they sell the products, matutuwa talaga ang customers nila”.

LifeSTYLE by M&Co. switches back to a more direct and personalized setup in contrast to the heavy marketing and promotions of the sister brand Kamiseta, envisioning a better life for the middle-class Filipino and those who want to have extra income.

“business for a better life, honestly noong una, as an entrepreneur – it was never really a policy to share, when I got into business it was really more of ‘to acquire’… but as you get a little bit older, sa dami na nang taong nakakausap ko, at nagrerely sa akin, sabi ko sayang eh, Filipinos are really hardworking – they just lack the opportunity. I really think if masipag ka, coupled with a good product line – you will be successful. So to those who are interested to get into

LifeSTYLE by M&Co suits up in CDOBrings Business for a Better Life By Shaun Alejandrae Yap Uy

“Ako as an

entrepreneur,

I feel this is

my only way

to share to the

people and the

quality of the

product should

be able to

market itself”

(L-R) bWM Group of Publications CeO Dante M. Sudaria, LifeSTyLe by M&Co owner Gunn Roque III and Roland banquil, LifeSTyLe by M&Co top earner, pose for a photo op during a meeting in Cagayan de Oro City.

Visit LifeSTYLE by M&Co. at

Roland banquilZillion Life, Lifemax Office, 2nd Floor,

Egmedeo Bldg.,Corrales St., Cagayan De Oro

0917-7242107/088-8520125

Lailane P. DoloresJV Seriña St., Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City

0917-7044542

Ortigas branchUnit 2301 I-Square Bldg. No. 15

Meralco Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City09175501387/09432850640

6547210/6547992

business, pero hindi nila alam paano – come in, look at it, we will teach you how. Basta masipag ka, and you want a chance, pwede, just come in to Lifestyle by M&Co.” Gunn states in parting.

LifeSTYLE by M&Co. believes in hardwork and perseverance and that it will help people propel into reaching their dreams and aspirations by providing a profitable business venture that brings financial freedom to their members through their premium quality products.


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