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A summer of fun, food, shopping at Estancia Mall in Pasig City
May 5, 2022 9:09 p.m.
Things are back to normal after two years and that’s reason enough to celebrate everyday life in the city!
It’s time to rediscover your favorite spaces, reunite with friends, and try new experiences at Estancia in Capitol Commons, Pasig.
Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p., everyday, Estancia offers many options for a full day of retail therapy and relaxation. Did you know that Estancia means “stay a while,” so why not spend a whole day of fun in this stylish and spacious mall?
“Estancia Mall has so much to offer in terms of shopping and activities for the whole family. It’s a great place to bond this summer and reunite with people we’ve missed,” says Arch. Renee C. Bacani,VP of Ortigas Malls.
Expand your horizons
Make summer extra by starting your day with coffee and breakfast at cafes such as UCC Clockwork and Starbucks Reserve.
UCC Clockwork (Floor, Main Mall)
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Starbucks Reserve (Ground Floor, East Wing)
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The good ‘ol retail therapy
Next on the list: revenge shopping. Estancia has some of the biggest brands in the luxury and mid-range markets, making it a complete retail experience. SM Store and other brands are offering up to 70% discounts from April 29 to May 1 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
SM Store (East Wing)
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“Apart from the store discounts, if you’re an Ortigas Community Card member, you also get exclusive perks and discounts from SM Store, Globe, as well as free parking” says Arch. Renee C. Bacani. VP of Ortigas Malls.
The pandemic made homebodies out of all of us and it’s time to revamp our interiors for a new, post-lockdown aesthetic. Drop by Pottery Barn and West Elm for that warm and relaxed East Coast vibe with modern accents here and there—a silver napkin holder on Mexican-inspired plates, throw pillows in the colors of the sea, glass hurricane lamps, and pillar candles for that soft glow on warm summer nights.
West Elm (Ground Floor, Main Mall)
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Pottery Barn (Ground Floor, Main Mall)
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Restocking your fridge and pantry? The ol’ reliable Unimart has everything you need for a well-stocked home. Meanwhile, enjoy the best summer fruits at the most amazing prices at the Summer Fruits Festival by Mayani from April 29 to May 1 at the Ground Floor, East Wing (near the SM Store).
Unimart (Capitol Commons, Meralco Ave, corner Shaw Blvd, Ortigas Center, Pasig)
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Treat yourself with amazing food finds
Is it lunchtime yet? For special celebrations—a new job, a birthday or just the sheer joy of being outside the house—Estancia has a wide array of food choices that range from farm-to-table specialty restos to old favorites. Indulge in dishes that you’ve missed eating at Florabel, Mary Grace and Alba’s. Or maybe it’s time for an Asian trip for the palate at My Thai, Ccochi Ccochi KBBQ, or Wu’s Kitchen Roasting and Dimsum.
Florabel (Ground Floor, Main Mall)
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Mary Grace (Lower Ground Floor, Main Mall)
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Alba Restaurant Espanol (Second Floor, Main Mall)
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My Thai (Lower Ground Floor, East Wing)
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Ccochi Ccochi KBBQ (Lower Ground Floor, Main Mall)
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Wu’s Kitchen HK Roasts & Dimsums (Third Floor, East Wing)
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Or enjoy a leisurely and relaxing cup of coffee at the Starbucks Reserve while listening to the breezy tunes of some of the best acoustic bands around during their daily performances from April 29 to May 1 at the Ground Floor, East Wing.
After that satisfying lunch or coffee break, take a walk around, take in the sights, and enjoy great music as local artists regale visitors with their talents in the malls’ busking areas.
Put yourself first with a much-deserved pampering session
Now for some pampering. Give your nails the TLC they deserve at Nailandia; for a full-body massage and some quiet time for yourself, head to Mimosa Wellness Spa.
Nailandia (Third Floor, East Wing)
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Mimosa Wellness (Third Floor, East Wing)
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Or enjoy a pampering session with other moms or bring your mom on a well-deserved session on May 8 at the Pampering Moms Passion Hub activity, exclusive to Ortigas Community Card members.
One of the things that we truly missed in the past two years is watching movies on the big screen. There’s no better time to start again than during your day in Estancia at Ortigas Cinemas.
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Newt Scamander in the third Fantastic Beasts film The Secrets of Dumbledore, or go on a cutthroat jungle adventure with Sandra Bullock in The Lost City. Whatever your taste may be, Estancia Cinemas are sure to have something to offer.
The best part is you can even have the entire cinema for your family and squad with a block screening. Now that’s a great movie treat!
Bring the family and enjoy ultimate summer fun
At Estancia, you can spend the entire day doing what you love doing or discovering new things to love. You can also bring the entire family because at Ortigas Malls, activities abound for every member!
Unleash your children’s innate curiosity by joining the Nutty Scientist science show on May 1 and get an entire fun afternoon of learning, play, and a whole lot more for kids aged 4 to 12. The Nutty Scientist show is exclusive for Ortigas Malls Community members, so if you’re not a member yet, this is the perfect time to do so!
To register for the Ortigas Malls Community membership, simply download the official app of Ortigas Malls, sign up for an official account, and use your membership on the app for Free! Enjoy exclusive promos and vouchers available on the app.
Fond of dogs and want to see them put their best paw forward? Come and watch the Bully Kennel Club Philippines’ Game Changer event on April 30 and see how bulldogs strut their stuff in various events including Best Coat and Best Gait.
It’s been a relaxing day of shopping and pampering, and the perfect ending to your mall day is by having drinks and great food at the al fresco gastropub Tipsy Pig.
And in case you’ve reached home and realized you forgot to buy some things—because there was so much to do and stores to check out—you can shop online via Your Daily Store (dailystoreatortigasmalls.com) and have your items conveniently delivered to your doorstep.
There’s many things to do, to see, and to love at Estancia, so get your perfect summer outfits out and enjoy everything it has to offer.
Be updated of more exciting activities at Estancia by following their Facebook page and visiting www.ortigasmalls.com.
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SmarTrade Talks Financial Literacy with Future Business Leaders at National Teachers College
7:28 p.m. July 11, 2025
SmarTrade, a leader in empowering Filipinos with comprehensive financial education, trading insights, and market strategies, continues its university outreach initiatives to help young individuals make informed financial decisions and develop essential skills for their futures.
The company was at the National Teachers College (NTC) in Mendiola for the school’s “The Professional’s Playbook in Action” Leadership Series where Ed Saguibo, SmarTrade’s Head of Learning and Development, was invited as guest speaker for the special segment “LEFT BRAIN FOCUS: Financial Precision”.
Saguibo’s talk, attended by Business Administration students, focused on the timely and relevant topic of “Quantitative Decision Making and Identifying Poor Decisions in Financial Choices,” a critical area of knowledge for future professionals navigating today’s increasingly complex financial landscape. He emphasized how data-backed decisions can positively impact personal and business finances, providing technical insights combined with real-life scenarios and common decision-making pitfalls to offer practical tools that students can immediately apply.
“It’s not just about making smart decisions, it’s about making informed ones. When students learn how to analyze numbers and spot red flags in their financial behavior early on, they are better prepared to lead successful financial lives, whether as entrepreneurs, professionals, or investors,” said Saguibo.
This is SmarTrade’s third campus engagement for the year under its nationwide campaign P.A.R.T.N.E.R. Summit (Profitable Alliances: Reshaping Trading Networks for Endless Rewards), which aims to promote financial literacy and readiness among students and young professionals. The campaign is built around a vision of equipping Filipinos with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and thrive in the trading and investment world. By incorporating school engagements, SmarTrade continues to lay the groundwork for a financially empowered generation.
“We’re proud to bring this advocacy to institutions like the National Teachers College,” said Joyce Mayo, President and CEO of SmarTrade. “Education is at the core of what we do, and through our P.A.R.T.N.E.R. campaign, we aim to go beyond trading to build a community of financially literate Filipinos. These students are the future, and it’s our role to help shape that future through opportunity and learning.”
To inquire on how your college, university, or student organization can be part of the P.A.R.T.N.E.R. Summit campaign, email events@smartrade.com.ph. To learn more about SmarTrade and its services, including free training sessions and personalized coaching, visit www.smartradeph.com or follow their official Facebook and Instagram pages.
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Political Pump makes waves at PH Blockchain Week
7:30 a.m. July 10, 2025
In a sea of short-lived hype cycles token launches, Political Pump is emerging as a cultural movement for the next generation of crypto enthusiasts. Showcased at Philippine Blockchain Week 2025, the platform brings a new, safer frontier for meme coin lovers, one where you can buy, hold, and sleep soundly.
Political Pump is not just another meme coin, it’s a decentralized collectible platform where political figures meet blockchain in a unique blend of satire, scarcity, and community governance. Each politician-based micro memecoin has a fixed supply and is launched without presales or insider allocations. True to the spirit of decentralization, 100% of liquidity is burned, ensuring fair, transparent, and tamper-proof tokenomics. It’s not just a token. It’s a conversation. A collectible. A piece of digital history.
(Photo from Philippine Blockchain Week: Jose Manuel Torres, Co-Founder of Political Pump)
“This isn’t just another meme coin. It’s a statement,” said Jose Manuel Torres, Co-Founder of Political Pump. “We launched without presales, private allocations, or team-controlled wallets. Every coin is market-driven, with all liquidity burned, ensuring there’s no room for manipulation. No secret deals, no backroom games—just pure, transparent crypto play. We don’t believe in governance tokens or centralized control. We believe the people should speak through the free market.”
From left to right: Chezka Gonzales, Vice President of Blockchain Council of the Philippines and Co Founder of Philippine Blockchain Week, Donnalyn Bartolome, multi-talented Filipina personality, Jose Manuel Torres, Co-Founder of Political Pump Political Pump piqued interest and stood out alongside other noteworthy innovations and meme coin activations at Philippine Blockchain Week 2025, a true celebration of culture, technology, and community-led finance. If you missed out, learn more by visiting www.politicalpump.com.
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Makati Business Club believes Customs chief Nepomuceno can reform, modernize agency
5:39 p.m. July 26, 2025
In a strong show of confidence from the country’s premier business group, Makati Business Club (MBC) Executive Director Rafael “Apa” Ongpin praised Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno during a recent high-profile interview, calling him a man of “great integrity” and a capable leader poised to reform and modernize the agency.
“We discussed him in Makati Business Club. Quite a few members are familiar with him — apparently, he came from the private sector. He has a good reputation,” Ongpin said, speaking on behalf of the business community’s early impressions of the newly appointed Customs chief.
Ongpin commended Nepomuceno’s intelligence and openness to innovation: “Apparently he’s very bright, he’s very up to date with technology — and he has great integrity. So, we have high hopes for this guy, Mr. Nepomuceno.”
Commissioner Nepomuceno, who previously held key roles in both government and the private sector, has been widely expected to bring a more results-oriented and transparent leadership style to the BOC. The endorsement from the MBC — an influential voice in Philippine economic policy and governance — adds momentum to ongoing reform efforts at Customs, long seen as a critical chokepoint in trade facilitation and anti-smuggling operations.
Observers note that such public praise from the business sector underscores the importance of trust and modernization in government institutions.
Commissioner Nepomuceno, meanwhile, has previously vowed to lead the BOC with transparency, digitalization, and accountability as top priorities.
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