Learn How this Takoyaki Franchise Concept Built More than 40 Branches in Just a Year

When the pandemic hit, a lot of sectors were badly affected. The food industry was not spared and entrepreneurs had to revisit their plans and business models. Stories of hope were hard to come by, but some found the courage to start during this difficult period in our lives. This includes a group of young entrepreneurs who share the passion of bringing Japanese food closer to homes.

What started out as a humble takoyaki bazaar stall in Iloilo has now grown into a merienda favorite with branches nationwide. Otako Monsta takes pride in its unique business model that was designed to be attractive and beneficial to its future partners. Because they knew they wanted to grow their business through expansion, the team focused on creating a franchisee package that has good profit returns.

Otako Monsta has made franchising less intimidating by removing royalty and marketing fees. Low capital investment also makes the brand a good option for young entrepreneurs who want to invest their money. On top of this, partners enjoy a 125% capital margin and will reap their return on investment (ROI) within 1 year.

Co-founder Gian Franco Go believes that their guiding principles in running their Japanese street food empire are keeping a wide range of food options, competitive pricing, and fostering a passionate team that will always have their partners’ best interest in mind. In keeping these beliefs as their core, they make sure they’re always a step ahead of similar food concepts. Otako Monsta takes pride in its wide variety of Takoyaki flavors which can be enjoyed for as low as P99 for 6 pieces. Their best-selling seafood-filled takoyaki Monsta, finished off with their matcha dessert balls, will surely keep you coming back for more. Taking into consideration foot traffic and competition in the vicinity, Otako Monsta has aggressively expanded across Visayas and Mindanao and has recently started opening branches in Luzon. They closed 2021 with over 40 branches, and are continuing to build this number in the months to come.

If you share the same passion as the Otako Monsta team and have locations for new branches in mind, reach out to https://tinyurl.com/OtakoxBloggers to start your franchise journey. Follow us at our social media pages and stay tuned for more updates. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OtakoMonsta Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otako_monsta/

Tanduay Wins Platinum, Innovation Honors in Consumer-Judged SIP Awards

Four Tanduay Rum products received top honors at the 2022 SIP Awards, the only wines,the and spirits competition where the judging panel is comprised of consumers

“The consumer is your biggest judge, which is why the SIP Awards remains steadfast in our goal of providing one of the most reliable measures of beverage quality rating in the world,” said the SIP Awards on its website (www.sipawards.com).

Tanduay Distillers, Inc. Executive Vice President Kyle Tan, who is in charge of the company’s export business, said that they are grateful for the recognition from both consumers and critics alike.

“This goes to show how we pay much attention to the quality of our rums and we are proud to say that all its ingredients are sourced from the Philippines where the tropical weather contributes to its fine tastes,” he said.

Tanduay’s Winning Rums Especial Spiced Rum and Tanduay Asian Rum Silver both received the competition’s Platinum Award. The award is given to spirits that “represent a distinguished class that earned exceptional marks from consumer judges.” The former is the newest product from Tanduay. Introduced to select markets only last March, it also received a double gold in the San Diego Spirits Festival. Tanduay Asian Rum Silver, meanwhile, is one of the rum brand’s most-awarded products. It has received honors from top international spirits competitions and has 12 Monde Selection medals to its name. Another favorite in international contests, Tanduay Double Rum, received the Silver and Innovation Awards. SIP’s Innovation Award is given to spirits with an interesting and unique taste profile or design. Tanduay Asian Rum Gold also received the Silver Award from the contest. Further Boost to Growing Export Business “We would like to thank the SIP Awards, especially the consumer judges, for recognizing the quality of our rums. This gives our international expansion a big boost,” said Tan. As of this writing, Tanduay has entered the rum markets of 12 U.S. states and the territory of Guam, the United Arab Emirates, China, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg. “Tanduay has been loved by Filipinos for decades. It’s time to let the world know about it as it is a product that showcases the country’s best local ingredients and its people’s craftsmanship and ingenuity,” Tan said.

Tanduay is a heritage brand from the Southeast Asian country known for its beautiful beaches and friendly people. It was established in 1854 and is one of a few Filipino companies that have reached its centennial year. As early as the 1800s, the rum brand received awards from international spirits competitions.

8 Cool Things to Do this Summer in Ortigas

 

With all the hustle and bustle in the Metro, you need to chill out and experience an #AwSMBurstOfSummer with SM Megamall and The Podium! Here’s everything you need to check out this Summer time.

1. Preview of Mega Whale Shark 

The #AweSM3DWhaleShark was first spotted at the SM Megamall LED billboard last April 28, 2022. It is the first-ever 3D immersive experience in Manila and everyone can enjoy this sight daily from 7pm to 9pm every 15 minutes. Stay tuned for more awesome experiences as this is just the first preview and we’ll give you more of the Mega Whale Shark soon!  

Watch here: https://www.facebook.com/smmegamall/videos/786805132726449

2. Mega Play Park 

Experience the #AweSMBurstOfSummer as SM Megamall brings you a fun and exciting experience at the Mega Play Park located at the Ground Floor, Mega Fashion Hall. The gigantic doll house, funnest games such as golf, table tennis and colorful photo spots, are perfect for the young ones and kids-at-heart. Enjoy this attraction until May 10, 2022.

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3. Summer Coolers and Desserts- Until May 10

The Ultimate Summer Coolers and Desserts surrounding the colorful Mega Play Park are the best, delicious drinks and desserts to beat the summer heat: Yogorino, Serenitea, Gong Cha, Milksha, Tokyo Bubble Tea, The Alley, Cold Stone and Papermoon. 

4. Mega 5-Day Sale

It’s going to be a summer to remember as SM Megamall gives you the most awaited Mega 5-day sale. Score lots of amazing deals and SMAC exclusive deals from your favorite stores from May 11-15, 2022. #SafeMallingAtSM #Mega5DaySale

5. Pawsome Summer The Podium

Paws up at The Podium Paw Park! Enjoy two whole weekends of dog socializing and fun in PetMe’s activities and day care service. And shop special accessories and treats from Presidential Paws, BARF Philippines, Petenizer and more at our Pup-ups! Pawsome Summer happening this April 28-May 1 & May 6-8. Can’t wait to spend this pawsome summer with you!

6. The Podium Alfresco area ADB and Roofdeck

Spend a little more time with friends and family with a little city breeze at The Podium Alfresco. Dine Al fresco at the ground level at ADB or up at The Roofdeck Gardens. Reserve a table through your restaurant of choice or sit & scan the QR to place an order. 

7. The Food Lab and Culinarya Pampanga

Your favorite Instagram food brands are making it to The Podium! The Food Lab brings together your Instagram cravings in one spot. Order a variety of food and snacks from pop-ups of each of the Instagram-able food brands in your feed. Stay tuned for more!

8. Work it, Mom!

It’s a workout party with mom this May! Get dancing, stretching, and boxing with The Podium boutique studios, and get your customized Nike fit for the occasion. Release those endorphins and have a great time with mom this May 15, Sunday. 

So there you have it – a list of the coolest things to do this summer in Ortigas. Dine, shop and strike a pose at SM Megamall and The Podium! Follow @smmegamall and @thepodiummall for more. 

Did you know that you can use ShopeePay to send money to any bank or e-wallet for free?

 

We already know how easy it is to send money online—all it takes is a few taps on your phone and you’re done. Convenient and ideal, right? Yes, but only if you’re sending money to someone with the same bank account or e-wallet as yours or else you need to pay extra fees. That’s not very practical so we’ve got a solution for you. Did you know that ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, actually lets you send money to any bank, e-wallet or Shopee user for free? Yes, no hidden fees because we want to enable all Filipinos to fully enjoy the benefits of sending money online. 

It’s inconvenient to create and maintain multiple apps just to avoid additional transaction fees. To minimize the hassle, all you need is ShopeePay, which is part of the Shopee app—simply activate and verify your ShopeePay account. With ShopeePay, enjoy free and instant bank transfers with 40+ banks and e-wallet partners, including the country’s major banks like BDO, Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), Metrobank, Security Bank, UnionBank, and more. With this integrated service, you no longer need to jump from one app to another to make your fund transfers.

Watch the video below to know how to send money for free with ShopeePay.

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On top of convenience, ShopeePay also makes sending money more fun and exciting through promos where you can qualify to win rewards and cash prizes. Get the chance to be a ShopeePay Milyonaryo—register at this link, send at least P50 to any bank, e-wallet or Shopee user for a chance to play and win up to P1,000,000 on Shopee Live. In addition, be sure to check in during ShopeePay Happy Hour so you can win up to 100 coins daily when you send at least P50 to any Shopee user. 

Activate ShopeePay now and start enjoying its benefits. To learn more about ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. Download Shopee for free through the App Store or Google Play.

Discover what you need for whatever summer adventure at the Shopee May 15 Payday Sale!

Enjoy summer while it lasts and get shipping discount vouchers, 10% off vouchers, and 100% Bills Cashback when you shop this May 15 Payday Sale

Say yes to new adventures and enjoy the great outdoors before summer ends. This May 15 Payday Sale, get up from your chair, try new activities and explore a change of scenery that’s a good break from all the stress of work. Be well-equipped for whatever thrilling adventure awaits you when you check out these payday deals:

 

Invite your loved ones to a fun picnic under the sun

Spend some quality time together with your loved ones while appreciating the beautiful summer weather. Before heading out, complete your outfit with a pair of Birkenstock Sandals that have a Lightweight EVA sole to keep you comfortable throughout the day. Pack all your meals in Home Gallery’s Lunch Bag Set, Its two-way handle design makes it easier for you to carry your delicious meals. Don’t forget a trusty Coleman Picnic Cooler that will store your drinks to beat the summer heat.

 

Push yourselves to a challenging hike in the mountains

It’s a good time to go back to hiking or finally try it out if you haven’t yet. Equip yourself with the heavy-duty GoPro Hero10 Camera and capture memories and scenic views to share with family and friends with its 23MP resolution for photos and 5.3K video quality. Break in your new PEAK Hiking Shoes on your next hike, as it has a durable outsole to help plant your foot firmly amid any type of terrain and under all weather conditions. Store all your hiking essentials neatly in this Under Armour Outdoor Backpack.

 

Be one with nature when you go on a relaxing camping trip

Unplug and recharge by taking in the serenity and calm of nature with a camping trip outside the city. Enjoy the view and hours of conversations with your companions while sitting in a lightweight and durable Coleman Foldable Chair. Maintain the ideal temperature of your favorite beverage when traveling to your go-to campsite with the Klean Kanteen Insulated Tumbler. At night, have the Firefly Portable Fan by your side with its multiple speed control settings and battery life that can last up to four hours. 

Work on your cardio and fitness by biking in the city or on a nearby trail

The bicycle boom which started early in the pandemic continues now that more people are out and about. Bring these LUEASPY Biking Sunglasses anywhere you go as they have UV400 coating to block harmful UVA & UVB rays when you bike. Safety is a number one priority for cyclists. Consider the LUEASPY Cycling Helmet that has a protective covering lined with high density EPS. Lastly, check out West Biking’s LED Bike Light with its battery capacity of 700mAh and a brightness of 80 lumens to keep you safe even during rides at night.

Elevate your summer adventure without breaking the bank. Pay with ShopeePay and get 30% cashback on your hotel bookings at EstacioUno Boracay, Quest Hotel Tagaytay, Solea Palm Resort Mactan, Mithi Resort and Spa Bohol, White Breeze Palawan, and more. You can also utilize ShopeePay when paying shared vacation expenses - send money to your friends for free, plus win rewards and cash prizes. Register at ShopeePay Milyonaryo, send at least P50 to any bank, e-wallet or Shopee user for a chance to play and win up to P1,000,000 on Shopee Live. Watch out for ShopeePay Happy Hour to win up to 100 coins daily when you send at least P50 to any Shopee user during happy hours.

Don’t let your data run dry while on vacation to keep your social media feed updated. Load and data packages from major telcos are discounted for up to 50% off on May 15. Leading up to payday, participate in ShopeePay Fridays this May 13 to get a chance to win P50,000 by simply liking ShopeePay’s official social media pages. But before you get caught up in your travel plans, make sure you’re all settled. Get up to 100% cashback on participating billers such as Meralco, Maynilad, Globe, Smart, PLDT, Cignal, RCBC, and Metrobank when you use ShopeePay this May 15. With these rewards from ShopeePay, you can already start saving for your next getaway.

For more information on Shopee’s May 15 Payday Sale, visit: https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale