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From the success of the beloved SM Turon comes our latest sensation. Say hello to BBQ
Master! It's tender, tasty, and ready-to-cook, making it perfect for any get-together.

Mula sa inyong pinagkakatiwalaang pangalan sa kalidad at abot-kayang presyong mga produkto, ipinakikilala ng SM Markets ang kanilang bagong handog sa lahat ng shoppers: ang BBQ Master. Sunod sa tagumpay ng SM Turon, ipinagmamalaki ng SM ang masarap, malambot, at easy to cook na marinated pork BBQ on stick, na siguradong magiging mahalagang bahagi sa lahat ng salu-salo.

Media guests enjoying the BBQ Master

Tinaguriang “Ang National Merienda” ang SM Turon at tunay na katangi-tangi ang lasa, kalidad, at abot-kayang presyo nito. Ang SM Turon ay tunay na pumukaw sa puso at panlasa ng mga Pilipino—mapa-commuter na nagmamadaling umuwi, mga pamilyang nagpapahinga pagkatapos mag-grocery, o kaya naman office workers na nasa meeting. Una itong inilunsad noong 2013 at ngayon ay nabebenta ng mga 60,000 na piraso araw-araw.

Patuloy na maghahatid ng sarap sa bawat salu-salo ang SM Markets kasama ang BBQ Master. Ang lambot at lasa nito ay swak sa panlasang Pinoy. Mura na, pinadali pa ng SM ang paghahanda ng BBQ kaya swak din ito sa mga salu-salo tulad ng birthdays, Christmas parties o kahit isang simpleng handaan.

SM Markets mascots Cassie and Casey with Customer Assistants presenting SM’s Christmas gifts for the guests

Bakit BBQ Master?

Sa puso ng tradisyong Pilipino, hindi lamang isang putahe ang barbecue, isa ito sa sentro ng hapag-kainan kung saan nagtitipon-tipon ang mga bisita. Hindi ba’t mas masarap ang kwentuhan kapag may barbecue? At dahil pinadali nga ng SM ang paghahanda sa BBQ Master, mas nabibigyan nito ng maraming oras ang bawat pamilya at magkakaibigan na bumuo ng masasayang alaala.

Sarap Na Walang Kapantay: Pinag-aralang mabuti ng SM ang sikretong marinade na nagbibigay ng di malilimutang lasa ng BBQ Master, na tiyak na hahanap-hanapin sa bawat handaan, tuwing Pasko man o sa kahit anong okasyon.

Ready to Cook: Nais ng SM na pabilisin ang iyong paghahanda. Hindi na kailangan pang i-marinate, i-season, o itusok sa stick. Iihawin o piprituhin lang ito nang limang minuto sa bawat side. Kung kayo man ay nag-aaral pa lamang na magluto o bihasa na, kayang-kayang i-achieve ang perfect barbecue nang dahil sa BBQ Master.

Ang Sarap Kasalo: Kaugnay sa pangako ng SM na gawing bida ang BBQ Master sa mga salu-salo, maaari nang ma-enjoy ang BBQ Master sa Fiesta Packs. Mabibili ang 30 piraso nito sa halagang P585.00, habang nagkakahalaga naman na P975.00 ang 50 piraso. Sulit na sulit para sa lahat.

Iniimbitahan ng SM Markets ang buong bayan na subukan ang BBQ Master at tikman ang sarap na hatid ng isa sa mga classic Pinoy handa. Mabibili na ito sa piling SM Supermarket, SM Hypermarket at Savemore branches.

BBQ Master is available in select SM Markets stores nationwide

Be on the lookout for weekend sampling activities of BBQ Master at select SM Markets stores in Metro Manila

SM City Tarlac joins the annual “Belenismo sa Tarlac”, a Belen-making competition in the province highlighting the Yuletide season.

The moment the clock strikes midnight every first of September marks the start of the longest-running celebration of the Christmas Season in the Philippines. This time of year, families put up their trees; streets get illuminated by twinkling lights and lanterns; and go about their holiday traditions.

Taking inspiration from the Filipino’s vibrant appreciation for the Yuletide season, SM City Tarlac relates its vivid stance in giving the best mall experience through the creation of a visual display that translates culture and environmental sustainability with a captivating centerpiece for the eyes and soul.

SM City Tarlac’s entry to this year’s Belenismo is a stunning tapestry of hues and textures. The Belen is beautifully nestled against a bamboo wall adorned with multicolored gel lights, rice straw and bamboo trellises. The use of bamboo is widely used in art in the Philippine setting with its durability and flexibility to create intricate designs and patterns. It is also said to represent the Filipinos’ resilience, strength and adaptability.

To complement its backdrop, the biblical characters – the Holy Family, Three Kings, and the Angel were garbed with vivid colored satin and textured fabrics, which harmonize beautifully with the backdrop, as the multicolored lights reflect upon the fabrics in a remarkable manner. Adding to the simple yet refined ensemble is the sophisticated use of sinamay fabric – an indigenous material made of abaca.

This life-size Belen stands on a 32-foot base made up of bamboo wrapped up with traditional woven flattened bamboo mats called “amakan” or “sawali.” These recycled interwoven strips are painted with gem blue and violet patterns resembling the colors of crown stones symbolizing God’s kingship. Beneath the bright Star of Bethlehem lies baby Jesus placed on a golden sliced hemispherical dome-shaped platform often used for religious architecture. The combination of bamboo and color gold signifies God’s humility that despite being the Supreme Being, he chose to come to Earth as human, out of His great love for mankind.

Made out of acrylic glass, the four translations of the “Prayer Before the Belen” – English, Filipino, Kapampangan, and Ilocano (Tarlac being the melting pot of Northern Luzon where you’ll meet Tagalogs, Ilocanos and Kapampangans daily) are displayed to serve as a reminder to acknowledge the sacredness of the nativity scene.

SM City Tarlac’s Belen is a heartfelt offering to the community, a powerful testimony to environmental consciousness, and a reminder of the values that bind Filipinos together during the holidays. Locals and visitors are invited to have the opportunity to experience and capture the mall’s Belen from 04 November 2023 until 06 January 2024 (Epiphany).  With hope, this display brings warmth to the heart and soul and ignites the spirit of togetherness making this time of year so special. Let the vibrant colors and the deeper meaning behind this display be a beacon of hope and unity for all.

The new two-floor school building of Laguna Resettlement Community School features four fully equipped rooms with PWD-friendly facilities.

Overcrowded classrooms, insufficient learning time, inadequately designed learning spaces, and teacher dissatisfaction pose challenges to the Philippine education system.

The challenges faced by the Philippine education system are multifaceted. With inadequate time for instruction, students are unable to grasp concepts thoroughly, leading to a compromised educational experience. Non-conducive learning environments contribute to an atmosphere that hampers intellectual growth. These challenges not only impact students’ academic performance but also the job satisfaction of teachers, who navigate these obstacles daily.

Believing in the power of education, the SM group, through the collaboration of SM Prime and SM Foundation, continuously builds school buildings to help address the challenges faced by the education system in the Philippines. A testament to this is the school building they recently built at the Laguna Resettlement Community School (LRCS).

Beyond the structure

LRCS has a sheer number of over 2,600 students packed into 52 classrooms, which Principal Rosalie Mabale says affects the performance of the learners and the job satisfaction of teachers.

The school day for some pupils in grades 1 and 2 extends until 6 pm, an unusually late hour for elementary school. This extended schedule leads to long working hours for teachers, leaving them with limited time to provide additional support to students who need it most.

“The intervention classes are very important as we intervene with the problems that may come along the way of learning. Ginagawa natin ito para hindi pa man dumarating ang problema, nabibigyan na natin ng solusyon,” Principal Rosalie shared, adding that lack of facilities hamper them from providing the quality of education they hope to give.

“Let’s say you have learners who are non-readers or non-numerates at natutukan sila dahil mayroon kang maayos na silid-aralan. Through this, masasabi mong you were able to make a difference in the lives of the learners kapag natuto silang magbasa at magsulat. Mabo-boost natin ang kanilang academic performance at maiiwasan natin ang bullying, na siyang makakatulong sa kanilang mental health,” she added.

By providing spacious and well-equipped facilities, students now have room for growth, fostering an environment conducive to effective learning. The expansion of school infrastructures has allowed LRCS to end class shifts in second grade, ensuring that students receive the adequate learning time necessary for a more comprehensive education.

LRCS ends the class shifting for second grade, providing pupils ample time for learning activities and helping enable job satisfaction among teachers.

“Napakalaking factor na makakauwi na ang mga bata ng mas maaga at makakapahinga ang mga teachers sa tamang oras. Malaking factor ito sa mental health, quality of education, academic performance, and overall wellness of the children and teachers,” she smiled.

For LRCS, their new school building goes beyond the physical structure—it’s a symbol of something that is built to last.

“This building is not just about the school structure or the conducive learning environment. Ang pinakamalaking epekto nito ay nasa pagkatao ng mga bata. Through this building, they will be reminded that they are the next generation and the future leaders of the country, and they, too, can help the community they belong to,” she shared.

“Through their programs, they are making a difference in the lives of every Filipino learner, especially here in LRCS. Having this building helps nurture better individuals as they see that they belong to a community that genuinely cares for them. Initiatives like this help them learn about civic responsibility. When learners achieve their goals in the future, they will remember the value of giving back to the community,” she added.

SM Prime and SM Foundation turns over the new school building in LRCS, helping the students receive adequate learning time necessary for a more comprehensive education.