Year in and year out, party after party, the art of exchanging gifts has fallen into a creative rut as presents become more predictable, and recipients whittled down to a selected few.

 
Luckily, trendy French cafe Delifrance is adding a dash of daring and a large dose of generosity to the usual kris kringle, turning it into a metro-wide phenomenon.

With just a click on the My Secret Santa website (www.mysecretsanta08.com), Filipinos can shed off those tired Christmas hats and don, instead, a Secret Santa suit with a bottomless sack of freebies to give away.

“The My Secret Santa campaign is the first and biggest kris kringle celebration Metro Manila has ever been,” says William Tan-Untiong, President of Delifrance Philippines. “We have removed all the usual constraints of gift-giving. Now, everyone can become a Secret Santa and send delectable Delifrance treats to as many of their friends and loved ones. And yes, it’s all for free.”

Secret Santas partaking in this grand holiday gesture can choose from two special goodies: Almond Star Cookies (available from November 10 to 23) and Chocolate Chip Almond Biscotti (available from November 24 to December 7).

Almond Star Cookies are almond-topped, gluten-free cookies that are a delightful cross between a light macaron and a sweet meringue. As a playful twist to the classic German Christmas cookie, the Almond Star Cookies can charm the most discerning sweet lovers in town.

Meanwhile, the Chocolate Chip Almond Biscotti can turn up the holiday cheer with its choco-nutty goodness. Paired off with a steaming cup of Delifrance espresso, the Chocolate Almond Biscotti becomes an invigorating treat for those late-night coffee chats.

“My Secret Santa is more than just virtual greetings. Everyone who receives an e-mail gift coupon can redeem it for real treats at participating Delifrance stores in Metro Manila,” explains Tan-Untiong. “What’s great also is how the cycle of giving and receiving repeats itself. Those who get a gift from a Secret Santa can become one themselves by paying forward their goodies, so to speak. This makes for a wonderful spirit of gift-giving.”

With its My Secret Santa campaign, Delifrance is set to create Manila’s biggest kris kringle celebration-a feat that makes this Christmas memorably sweet for all Filipinos.

To participate in the My Secret Santa campaign, simply log on to www.mysecretsanta08.com. For additional questions and inquiries, please contact the Main Office at 642-0021. Visit Delifrance branches at AIM Conference Center, Glorietta, Insular Life Bldg, RCBC Plaza, SM Makati, Ayala Tower 1, Valero Makati, Zeta Building Legazpi Village Makati, Robinsons Place Manila, U.N. Avenue, Festival Supermall, Alabang Town Center, SM Mall of Asia, The Podium, C5 Libis, St. Luke’s, Greenhills Theater Mall, Roosevelt Greenhills, Philippine Heart Center, Shell SLEX Southbound, Shell SLEX Northbound, Shell NLEX, NAIA - Domestic, NAIA 2 - International, NAIA - Old Domestic, NAIA 3, and International School Manila.

Again, thank you to everyone who joined the Bratpack Diaries online promo contest.  There could only be one winner and she is…

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Jenny Lei Uy

Big thanks to those who joined.  Please keep on visiting the site and join the upcoming online contests.

An acknowledgment email was sent to your registered mail.  Congratulations Jenny!

Winners may claim their prizes at GeiserMaclang (c/o Arbee Panga) Unit 7C, 114 Tuscan Bldg., V. A Rufino St., Legaspi Village , Makati City Tel: 812.8828/ 812.9199, 0917.605.8122

Again, big love to Bratpack and GeiserMaclang for sponsoring this contest!

XOXO,

Jane

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Thanks to everyone who joined the Wii Night for Five online contest!  I had a tough time choosing the winner but I’ve summed it up to the best 5 answers.  There can only be ONE winner though and it’s…

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Evann Says:

October 21st, 2008 at 6:34 pm

King Koopa is the way to go! Despite the tremendously hard shell that wards off almost anybody…Koopa is a softie on the inside just like me — especially to family and friends. Nonetheless, mess with Koopa and it’s game over for you! wahahahahaha!

PS. King Koopa is also a hopeless romantic who perseveres to get the attention of his true love, Princess Toadstool. Alas, it always ends in vain, as she’d rather hang out with a miniature thick-mustached, mushroom-eating loser

Winner may call and schedule his Wii Party at GeiserMaclang Unit 7C, 114 Tuscan Bldg., V. A Rufino St. , Legaspi Village, Makati City. Tel. No. 02.812.8828 / 02.812.9199 / 0917.523.4624.

An acknowledgment email has been sent to your registered email.  Congratulations Evann! 

Big Love,

Between Bites

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Log on to: http://www.mysecretsanta08.com/index.html

Sunday morning, Bubba, Tabs (Joyce my cutesy sister) and I drove to Fort to walk Chili, Jam’s beloved dog.  We played catch at the same vacant spot where we played Frisbee before.  It started to drizzle so we transferred to Bonifacio High Street.  When we got there, the drizzle stopped.  Since the two are heavy lumbers, I was the one who ran with Chili.  We kept running and running until she had enough exercise (although Chili is a she, I was referring to myself). 

Krispy Kreme was our stop for our morning breakfast.  Sweet sugar loaded doughnuts early in the morning and steaming hot chocolate –that’s what you call power breakfast?  So powerful that 2 seconds into the rush, Bubba had sugar crash.  We ordered the usual of original glazed and Bubba’s favorite Hershey’s treats while we also tried the new Reese peanut butter doughnuts.  I am a total Reese girl, but the peanut butter taste was a bit milder than expected.

Around lunchtime we headed over to CPK Greenhills branch.  I got a Chicken Adobo Pizza coupon from Blog Bank that I decided to use that day.

On the Table:

Spinach Artichoke Dip PHP 625

Spinach and Artichoke dip served hot with blue and white tortilla chips.  One of the usual appetizers ordered whenever at CPK.  The chips this time around were quite smaller than what’s served in their Shangri-la branch.  This appetizer was one of our conversation pieces on the table that day.  We were trying to figure out what’s artichoke in Filipino.

Mediterranean Salad PHP 355

A chilled salad of cucumber, red onions, fresh tomatoes and greek olives.  Tossed with crisp Romaine leaves in lemon-herb vinaigrette, served on a bed of creamy hummus.  Topped with feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and Tzatziki sauce.  Served with 2 slices of pita bread.  This is the dish the majority agreed on that day –tug of war on portions. 

Goat Cheese with Roasted Peppers PHP 515

Mild goat cheese with roasted red and yellow bell peppers, grilled Japanese eggplant, Mozzarella cheese, caramelized onions, Italian parsley in tomato-based pizza.  Goat cheese and roasted peppers on pizza –what can go wrong? 

Kung Pao Spaghetti PHP 255

A classic Kung Pao sauce with garlic, green onions, peanuts and HOT red chilies

Chicken Adobo Pizza

I didn’t get to try this but my sister Joanne and Bubba seemed to like it better than the goat cheese pizza.

Sunday Album 

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 *******Siren********

Wii had an absolute blast at the Red Box Wii Party last October 6, 2008.  You have the chance to share an experience like this Wii-th your friends!

Experience another out of the box party as Red Box gives you an option to play until you drop!  Karaoke, poker, billiards… Red Box is a one-stop happening place for all your party needs.  Now, Nintendo Wii completes RB’s party mix! 

And because Wii want you to experience a different level of karaoke and gaming high in Red Box, simply answer the question below and you can get a chance to party in Red Box with your friends for free.

Which Wii Character are you?

To join, leave your comments after the blog post. The respondent with the best answer will get a Free Wii Night Party with four of his/her friends in Red Box. 

The announcement of winner is on November 17, 2008.

The fun never stops inside the Box!

Big love to Red Box and GeiserMaclang for sponsoring the Wii Night for Five contest.

Winners may call and schedule their Wii Party at GeiserMaclang: Unit 7C, 114 Tuscan Bldg., VA Rufino St.  Legaspi Village, Makati City.  Contact number: 8128828.

Red Box Wii Night Album

It’s a Sunday of pampering and relaxation. I always go to Skin Perfect for a deep cleansing facial with laser treatment but since they up their prices, this was a perfect time for me to try out new clinics. We went to Timog to check out Daisy, where Bubba’s mom gets her facial. Unfortunately, it was closed. We were surveying the area, when we saw this billboard with a Xmas Promo Ad. Their facial is only PHP250, so without much ado. We parked the car and headed to the 3^rd floor of the building that also occupies Net Now Internet Café.

Let’s Talk About Face.

Since I was in a hurry to get my facial and get out of there since I had a 3:30 PM schedule at California Nails and Day Spa, I wasn’t able to get the prices of their regular treatments. I was really lucky though that the PHP 250 promo included the deep cleansing facial, laser treatment, tightening mask and hand paraffin! What a great steal!!! Promo according to the specialist who was steaming my face is good until the end of January. Christmas doesn’t really end in December.

California Nails and Day Spa

I profusely apologized to Monique of CNDS for not making it to my 3:30 PM appointment, with all that I had done in Let’s Talk About Face. I arrived at Greenhills around 4:30 already. Monique was really polite and accommodating. I wanted to get the Body Scrub but since I didn’t have that much time to spare either… I opted for the Calming Back Facial.

Nail Art Design

Nail art is a great way to express yourself. Have little ribbons or flowers adorn your fingertips. Add rhinestones for extra glitz. Paint on different cartoon and comic book characters. Select from various “French Manicure” designs. Cost depends on intricacy and amount of designs selected. From PHP 15-70 per nail.

Spa Pedicure

Feet are soaked in a soothing bath, then a gentle exfoliation lotion is applied to remove dead skin cells. Includes removal of corns and calluses, if required. An aromatherapy massage follows exfoliation, and a splash of cool body spray will leave your feet refreshed, relaxed and ready for a regular pedicure. 1 hour and 20mins: PHP 420

Paraffin Treatments

These relaxing treatments will leave your hands and feet feeling baby-soft. After exfoliation, hands/feet are dipped in warm, moisturizing paraffin wax, then wrapped snugly in terrycloth mittens/booties for 15 minutes. Special oils are then massaged into the skin until hands/feet become smooth, silky and rejuvenated.

Paraffin Hand Treatment (30mins) PHP 445

Paraffin Foot Treatment (30mins) PHP 490

Foot and Leg Massage

Using the combination of Chinese and Swedish massage, this is a perfect partner with your manicure. 30 mins: PHP 175.

Aromatherapy Massage

A soothing body massage for detoxifying and total relaxation. Using pure imported essential oils will strengthen the immune system. Soft music and a scented oil burner will complete your relaxation treatment. 1 hour and 20mins: PHP 600.

California Facial

A detoxifying skincare treatment, which removes congestion and dead cell buildup. Patterned after the classic European Facial, this includes: deep pore cleansing, a luxurious massage, steaming, mask, toning, and hydrating. 1 hour: PHP 695

Calming Back Facial

Our specialized treatment to unclog blocked pores on the back. Offers many benefits-detoxification, scrub, extractions, massage to relax sore and aching muscles. 30mins: PHP 420.

Body Scrub

A body treatment using fruity grains to gently scrub off dead skin cells and build up of lotions. After a refreshing shower, a finale of light massage using scented lotions will leave the skin with a new glow. 2 hours: PHP 800.

They have a special 20% discount for all services until January 31, 2007. Hurry and get that much needed spa treatment at a lower cost. Happy Three Kings!!!

California Nails and Day Spa

Units 8 & 9, One Kennedy Place, #3 Club Filipino Avenue, North Greenhilss, San Juan, Metro Manila.

Tel. Nos. 722-9245 722-9275