Grab and MOVE IT Partner with ARK, Drive Urban Food Security Among Rider Communities

MANILA, Philippines, 03 March 2026  – Grab Philippines and MOVE IT have partnered with social impact innovator ARK Solves to launch a community-led food security program aimed at helping gig worker communities build more sustainable and self-reliant food sources.

At the center of the partnership is Feed Back, ARK Solves’ flagship community exchange program that enables families to grow fresh produce at home and share excess harvests with their neighbors, helping strengthen food access at the community level.

The collaboration comes amid continuing concerns over food security in the Philippines. While government data showed food inflation easing to 0.7 percent in January 2026, down from 1.2 percent in December 2025 and 4.0 percent a year earlier, the Department of Agriculture said the gains remain fragile and could easily be undone by renewed supply disruptions.

Grab Philippines Managing Director Ronald Roda shares: “Grab remains committed to helping our driver- and delivery-partners and their families stay resilient in the face of shifting macroeconomic realities. Beyond ensuring that livelihood opportunities on our platform remain viable, we believe it is equally important to introduce support programs that reinforce their long-term well-being. Through our partnership with ARK Solves, we hope to help more gig worker families build more sustainable lives and greater food security for the future.”

The partnership was formally launched with the support of the local government units of Montalban, San Mateo, and Antipolo in Rizal, where the program will be piloted among Grab and MOVE IT’s rider community. So far, almost 700 community leaders and rider-partners from the platforms have signed up and begun receiving seeds, along with training on how to grow food and compost even in small spaces.

“Community has always been at the heart of MOVE IT. Our rider-partners look out for each other, and we see that every day in how they support one another on and off the road,” highlights MOVE IT General Manager Wayne Jacinto. “Our role is not just to recognize that strong sense of solidarity, but to help harness it, so riders can come together and co-create sustainable programs that support their everyday needs.”

Over the course of the 16-week program, participating riders will help expand access to fresh produce within their households and communities. Once harvests are ready, they will lead weekly exchange activities in their neighborhoods, allowing families and neighbors to share surplus crops with one another.

“This partnership is a major milestone, as we work with Grab and MOVE IT in showcasing how we can enable Feed Back’s impact to thrive wherever it is needed the most, including urban areas,” says Ayesha Vera-Yu, CEO and Co-Founder of ARK.

By combining behavior-change principles with a market-based approach, Feed Back helps families build and sustain productive home gardens that strengthen access to localized food sources. The program, which gathers multiple partners, has since scaled to 120 communities across the country, benefiting more than 36,000 fishing and farming households.

Following the initial rollout, Grab, MOVE IT and ARK Solves plan to expand the program to more driver- and rider-rich communities in the months ahead, applying lessons from the pilot to improve the model as it scales.

Grab PH’s “Santipid” Bets on ‘Stacked’ Savings for Unbeatable Value

Manila, Philippines — If you’ve spotted Santa Claus hanging around your local sari-sari store, joining a morning zumba session, or even grabbing the mic at a videoke spot long after the holidays have ended — you’re not just seeing things. 

These sightings of the Christmas icon living his best “tipid life” have been making waves on social media, as thousands of budget-conscious Filipinos relate to the post-holiday reset, lying low and spending smarter after a high-spend season.

The stunt has been revealed to be part of Grab Philippines’ newest campaign, “Santipid.” While he is usually known for holiday gifting, Santa has stayed behind this quarter to champion an easy, budget-friendly daily living. He’s showing Filipinos that even after a big holiday splurge, you can still enjoy your favorite daily comforts by finding more value for your hard-earned money.

Bringing these "Santipid" moments to life are the Grab Saver Deals, which prove that pagtitipid is not about pagtitiis, but about making smarter choices that still leave room for the moments that matter.

Santa Says Low Low Lowest Fares:  More Savings with GrabCar Saver

Recognizing that transport is a major part of the daily budget, Grab continues to offer its most value-forward service yet: GrabCar Saver. With a slightly longer pick-up wait time, commuters can unlock lower fares, making the trip to everyday routines like the gym, the office, or school easier on the wallet.

Grab has also rolled out what may be the ultimate Santipid hack: promo stacking for its mobility services, a feature it says is currently exclusive to Grab among ride-hailing apps in the Philippines. Passengers can layer multiple promos and vouchers on top of GrabCar Saver’s already-low fares, including the daily 8% discount for GrabUnlimited subscribers. Combined with other Santipid hacks, these stackable deals can unlock up to 50% in savings, keeping reliable, everyday transport within reach and helping every peso go further.

Merry Meals for Less: GrabFood Saver Starts at Zero Delivery Fees

With GrabFood Saver, your daily cravings don't have to take a backseat. "Santipid" extends the holiday spirit to food delivery, ensuring that enjoying your favorite meals remains affordable even after the festivities. Santa is bringing the "low-low-low" energy to the table with as low as zero delivery fee with partner restaurants. 

With more Random Santa Sightings scheduled throughout the quarter, the "Santipid" campaign serves as a bridge to a more manageable post-holiday season.

By offering these budget-friendly options, Grab continues to champion its mission of being the everyday partner for every Filipino. Through "Santipid," Grab ensures that the transition into the new year remains stress-free, keeping the spirit of the season merry and bright for every budget.

Golden Grab Awards Crown Restaurants and Grocers Setting Gold Standard in Innovation and Service Quality

MANILA, Philippines, 07 January 2025 — Grab Philippines honored the country’s top-performing restaurants and retailers at the Golden Grab Awards 2025, recognizing merchants that have set the "Gold Standard" in an increasingly integrated online-to-offline economy.

Top honors for the night went to homegrown milk tea giant Serenitea, which was named GrabFood Merchant of the Year for National Brands, alongside JT’s Manukan Grille, which secured the title for Nationwide Chains, and Oh Mango, which took home the award for Citywide Merchants in Metro Manila.

GrabFood Merchant of the Year for Citywide Merchants in Metro Manila: Oh Mango!

The awards ceremony, attended by hundreds of Grab merchant-partners from across the Philippines, highlighted the evolution of the superapp from an on-demand delivery service into a broader ecosystem that drives growth across both digital and physical storefronts.

This shared trajectory of growth was highlighted by EJ dela Vega, Grab Philippines Head of Deliveries and Chief Commercial Officer, who emphasized the platform’s role as an active, dedicated ally of merchant-partners as they vie for business growth. 

“We know that trust is earned day by day, order by order. And the only way we can repay that trust is by remaining steadfast in our commitment to be the unwavering force behind the growth ambition of our merchant-partners,” Dela Vega shared during the Golden Grab Awards night. “Our pledge is simple: to be the partner that ensures when you dream big, you have the tools and the commercial business to achieve it”

GrabFood Merchant of the Year for  Nationwide Chains: JT’s Manukan

A defining standard of excellence

The ceremony underscored the importance of consistency and quality across the board.

In the category of GrabFood Quality, Caramia Cakes & Gelato was honored as the Best Rated National Brand, while 24 Chicken was awarded Most Reliable National Brand for its operational efficiency. For GrabMart, Ever Supermarket and Cion’s Meat Shop were recognized as the Most Reliable merchants, ensuring consistent product availability and exceptional customer experience.

The awards also highlighted the "5-Star Eats" winners — top-performing city and community merchants maintaining the highest ratings. The roster included local favorites Mylene's Ensaymada and Banana Cake, Paya Street Coffee, Quarantea, and CBS Kitchen.

Retail growth leaders were acknowledged as "Category Captains" for GrabMart, with Pet Express (Pets), Watsons (Pharmacies), and Robinsons Supermarket (Supermarkets) recognized as top sales performers setting the standard for excellence.

Innovation in marketing was also a key focus. Southstar Drug and Davao Central Convenience Store were named Adoption Leaders for effectively maximizing Grab Marketing Solutions. Meanwhile, McDonald's was awarded the Data-Driven Impact Trailblazer for its precision campaigns, and Chowking took home the Loyalty Innovation Trailblazer award.

Setting the Gold Standard forward

The event also spotlighted the industry's shift toward "hybrid" dining. JT’s Manukan Grille, Zhenbao Hotpot, and Feta Mediterranean were recognized as Best Dine-Out Merchants for maximizing deals to drive foot traffic.

Greg Camacho, Director for Off-Platform Solutions, emphasized that the future lies in ensuring a gold-standard experience for consumers – whether in-app or in physical stores. "Together, we are changing what it means to be a Grab merchant. Together, we are redefining what it means to be an omnichannel enterprise that’s fully capable of growing sales through both online and offline channels. Together, we are rewriting the playbook on how to win in an ever-evolving F&B industry.”

Grab FanFaves 2025 Recognizes Top Foodie-Voted Food Items That Define Cravings Satisfied

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 14 November 2025 – Grab is once again celebrating the flavors that shape the Filipino appetite with Grab FanFaves 2025, the annual honors roll that spotlights the country’s most-ordered, most-craved, and most-loved dishes and drinks.

What makes FanFaves uniquely Filipino is its voting system. Every order on the Grab app from August 15 to September 30, 2025 counts as a vote, turning everyday cravings into a nationwide food election. This year, millions of orders determined which dishes rose to the top — and which brands have become true icons in the daily lives of Filipino diners. As a special treat, thirty top voters got a one-year supply of the winning menu items, rewarding the fans whose cravings helped crown this year’s champions.

A Celebration of Food Culture

Beyond recognizing top-performing restaurants, FanFaves underscores how active participation and smart engagement on Grab translate to real business outcomes.

Merchants who capitalized on platform tools such as GrabAds capabilities, Spotlight Campaigns, and strategic product bundling saw stronger order momentum and repeat purchases throughout the voting period. This year’s winners — from big-name chains to rising regional favorites — reflect how data-led discoverability and an engaged user base can meaningfully elevate a brand’s connection with consumers.

Meet the Grab FanFaves 2025 Winners

These dishes and brands have earned their place as this year's most beloved cravings across national, sponsored, and regional categories — each one now carrying the Mark of Deliciousness, Grab’s seal of fan-approved food excellence.

NATIONAL ICONS 

= Platinum Winners - The Country’s Top Favorites

- Burger

Yumburger Solo – Jollibee

Buy 1 Take 1 Black Pepper Burger + Drinks – Minute Burger

- Cakes

Round Chocolate Dedication Cake – Red -Ribbon

Classic Ube Cake (Whole) – Caramia Cakes & Gelato

- Chicken Burger

Crispy Chicken Sandwich Solo – McDonald’s

Chicken French Quarter Sandwich with Fries & Drink – Popeyes Chicken

- Coffee

Caramel Macchiato – Starbucks

Kape Kastila – PICKUP COFFEE

- Flavored Chicken

Ala King Zinger Steak Ala Carte – KFC

Double Double Box – BOK Korean Fried Chicken

Fried Chicken

1-pc. Chickenjoy Solo – Jollibee

Max’s Whole Fried Chicken – Max’s Restaurant

Fries or Onion Rings

BFF Fries – McDonald’s

Tera Fries – Potato Corner

Healthy Options

Solo B Roasted Chicken – Kenny Rogers Roasters

Chicken Teriyaki Bowl – 24/7 Super Healthy

Pasta

Jolly Spaghetti Solo – Jollibee

Spaghetti Ala Carte – Popeyes Chicken

Pizza

Double Deal Plus – Angel’s Pizza

Rice Bowl

Siomai Chao Fan – Chowking

Everyday Bowl – Panda Express

Roast or Grilled Chicken

Paa Large PM1 – Mang Inasal

Peri Flavorite Plate B – Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken & Sauce Bar

Coolers

Panda Milk Tea – CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice

Dessert

McFlurry with Oreo – McDonald’s

Filipino Dish

2 pcs Pork BBQ – Mang Inasal

Gold Winners - A Stamp of People’s Approval 

Burger

Burger McDo Solo – McDonald’s

Whopper Jr. – Burger King

Buy 1 Take 1 Bacon Cheese Burger + Drinks – Minute Burger

Buy 1 Take 1 Minute Burger + Drinks – Minute Burger

The Cheeseburger – Sweet Ecstasy

Umami Burger – Burger Beast

Cakes

Mango Bravo – Conti’s

Ube Vanilla Bouquet (6in) – Lemon Square Bakery Treats

Chicken Burger

Crunchy Chicken Sandwich – Jollibee

Zinger – KFC

Buy 1 Take 1 Double Chicken Time Burger + Drinks – Minute Burger

Coffee

Iced Coffee – Dunkin’

Flavored Chicken

Ala King Rice Bowl – KFC

Half Half Boneless – 24 Chicken

Frankie’s Classic Buffalo (With Free Dip) Regular Wings – Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings

Garlick Soy Chicken with Rice – Chicken NamNam by Sulit Chicken

Fried Chicken

1-pc. Chicken McDo Solo – McDonald’s

Fries or Onion Rings

Jolly Crispy Fries – Regular – Jollibee

Large Cajun Fries – Popeyes Chicken

Healthy Options

Chicken Caesar Wrap – Healthy To Go

Chicken Salpicao Bowl – 24/7 Super Healthy

Pasta

Spaghetti with Garlic Bread – Pancake House

Pizza

Hawaiian – Domino’s Pizza

Rice Bowl

1-pc. Burger Steak Solo – Jollibee

Boneless Chicken Rice Meal (3 Pieces) – 24 Chicken

Bacon Breakfast Bowl – Rice and Shine

Chicken Salpicao Bowl – 24/7 Super Healthy

Chicken Teriyaki Bowl – 24/7 Super Healthy

Gyudon – Yoshinoya

Roast or Grilled Chicken

Solo B Roasted Chicken – Kenny Rogers Roasters

Coolers

3 Buddies – CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice

Chocolate Chip Cream Frappuccino – Starbucks

Pearl Milk Tea – CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice

Biscoff Cheese Salt Milk Tea – Cha Tuk Chak

Cheesecake Oreo – Macao Imperial Tea

Cheesecake and Pearl Milk Tea – Macao Imperial Tea

Coconut Juice – Fruitas

Mango Basic – Oh Mango

Pearl Milk Tea – Chatime

Dessert

Brownie Box – KFC

Corn Muffin – Kenny Rogers Roasters

Extra Creamy Halo-Halo – Mang Inasal

Halo-Halo Supreme (Medium) – Chowking

Peach Mango Pie – Jollibee

Box of 6 Original Glazed Doughnuts – Krispy Kreme

Dozen Original Glazed Doughnuts – Krispy Kreme

Mango Sticky Rice – Thai Mango

Oreo Blizzard – Dairy Queen

Filipino Dish

Crispy Pata – Kuya J Restaurant

House Crispy Sisig – Manam

House Crispy Sisig Benta Box – Manam

Kuya J Bulalo (Salo) – Kuya J Restaurant

Sinigang na Baboy – Kuya J Restaurant

Sizzling Tofu – Max’s Restaurant

COCA-COLA SPONSORED CATEGORIES 

Platinum Winners 

Coke Sulit Combo Deals

Yumburger with Fries and Coke – Jollibee

Coke Zero Thrill Meals

Family Lauriat for 4 with Coke Zero – Chowking

Royal Merienda Bites

Yumburger Super Meal with Royal – Jollibee

Sprite Spicy Hits

Spicy Chicken King Meal with Sprite – Burger King

Gold Winners 

Coke Sulit Combo Deals

1-pc Chicken with Rice, Fries, and Drink – Popeyes

Cheesy Yumburger with Fries and Coke – Jollibee

Party Package 28pcs with 1.5L Coke – 24 Chicken

Pizza Combo with Coke – Shakey’s Pizza

Pizza Duo with Coke – Shakey’s Pizza

Pizza Party with Coke – Shakey’s Pizza

Pizza Trio with Coke – Shakey’s Pizza

Pork Chao Fan with Fried Chicken and Coke – Chowking

Solo A Roasted Chicken with Free Coke – Kenny Rogers Roasters

Coke Zero Thrill Meals

4-pc Chicken and Chao Fan Platter for 4 with Coke Zero – Chowking

Beef Caldereta (450g) Frozen plus 1.5L Coke Regular or Coke Zero – Baliwag Lechon Manok

Bopis (450g) Frozen plus 1.5L Coke Regular or Coke Zero – Baliwag Lechon Manok

Lechon Manok with Free Coke Zero – Lembest Lechon

Liempo Sisig with Free Coke Zero – Lembest Lechon

Siomai Chao Fan Platter Bundle for 3 with Coke Zero – Chowking

Sprite Spicy Hits

Siomai Spicy Chao Fan and Sprite – Chowking

Spicy Chao Fan and Sprite – Chowking

Spicy Chao Fan with Fried Chicken and Sprite – Chowking

REGIONAL FAVES - Leadership in the Region 

Metro Manila

Oh Mango

Seoul Chicken House

Gourmet Silog

Luzon

GoodTaste Restaurant

Pyesta Diner by GoodTaste

Grumpy Joe

Visayas

Jafar’s Shawarma Station

Dimsum Break

Orange Brutus

Mindanao

Penong’s Barbeque Seafood and Grill

Chingkeetea

Nath’s Food on the Go

FAVE DINE OUT MERCHANT - Go-To Grab Dine Out Merchant

Zhenbao Hotpot

SPECIAL AWARD - Best Creative FanFaves Campaign

Greenwich

The FanFaves Awards Night on November 19, 2025, will mark another milestone in Grab’s ongoing commitment to recognizing culinary creativity and fan loyalty across the country.

For more information about Grab FanFaves 2025, visit the official Grab FanFaves website at grabfanfaves.com or Grab Philippines at www.grab.com/ph/. 

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Grab, CHAGEE Bring Modern Tea Culture More Filipinos

Manila, Philippines 10 November 2025 — International tea and beverage leader CHAGEE is officially launching as an “ONLY ON GRAB” restaurant, part of a selection of merchant-partners available exclusively on GrabFood, starting with the tea brand’s Metro Manila stores. The goal is simple for Filipinos: find CHAGEE faster on  the Grab app, track deliveries in real time, and enjoy localized offers that make high-quality tea an easy everyday choice. 

By leveraging Grab’s actionable data, engaged consumer base, and nationwide delivery fleet, the partnership positions CHAGEE to scale sustainably and drive long-term growth in the Philippine market.

Early traction from CHAGEE’s soft launch on Grab points to strong demand. Since going live, the brand has averaged 46% week-on-week growth in on-demand deliveries. Average daily transactions already place CHAGEE among GrabFood’s top tea merchant partners in the Philippines, with Bo·Ya Jasmine Green Milk Tea, Da Hong Pao Milk Tea, and Osmanthus Oolong Milk Tea leading orders during the introductory period. Grab and CHAGEE will build on this momentum as more stores come online.

Engaging Filipino Tea Lovers

For Filipino consumers, the partnership means CHAGEE will be easier to access on the Grab app – offering relevant promotions to local preferences and time-of-day demand. 

CHAGEE and Grab are also rolling out market-specific campaigns that turn data-driven insights into meaningful customer experiences. In the Philippines, upcoming promotions will reward customers with limited-time offers and exclusive merchandise in celebration of CHAGEE’s 8th anniversary.

 

Highlights include savings on multi-cup purchases and collectible gifts available through CHAGEE orders on the Grab app. These initiatives reflect both brands’ shared commitment to using technology and creativity to deepen customer engagement, celebrate loyalty, and enhance the overall delivery experience.

“This is a practical partnership with clear benefits for Filipinos,” said EJ Dela Vega, Grab Philippines Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Deliveries. “If you want CHAGEE, you should be able to find it on Grab and get it when you need it. At the same time, we’re using data and AI to help merchants such as CHAGEE scale, to make the customer experience more personal and reliable, and to take better care of the rider-partners who deliver for our customers every day.” 

Voltaire Rusiana, CHAGEE Philippines Head of Operations, added: “Grab’s presence in the Philippines helps us connect with both new and loyal CHAGEE fans. Convenience and consistency matter as much as taste, and this collaboration allows us to delivery the full CHAGEE experience to more people, quickly and at scale.”

The partnership in the Philippines reflects CHAGEE and Grab’s ongoing collaboration to explore new ways of enhancing convenience and connection for customers through technology and innovation. Both brands remain committed to making quality tea experiences more accessible to everyday consumers.