Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Meet unMEAT, the 100% Plant-Based Meat

unMeat Burger

It’s a generally accepted notion that eating healthy means skipping great-tasting food.

Not anymore. Now it’s completely possible to enjoy the best of both worlds as Century Pacific Food Inc. (CNPF), one of the largest branded food companies in the Philippines, unveils its newest brand: unMEAT, a 100% plant-based meat, made tasty from simple ingredients.

“One of the biggest concerns about plant-based foods is that they are not delicious or as pleasing to the palate as real meat,” notes Nikki Dizon, a Senior Executive at CNPF. “But our Nutrition Science team took that as a challenge, and completely delivered by coming up with a meat alternative that unbelievably and undeniably looks, feels, and tastes like meat. Moreover, they made unMEAT using simple ingredients and extracted the nutrients from real food rather than synthetic compounds so it’s healthier and more affordable”

The launch of unMEAT was driven by a growing consumer demand to incorporate healthier food options into their diet, especially given the ongoing pandemic. This is evident in the shift of food trends on social media. Whereas in the past, food aficionados across the globe constantly debated on the best burgers, social media is now filled with discussions on which plant-based burger looks, tastes, smells, and even bleeds like real meat.

unMeat Nuggets

With unMEAT, taste is never compromised! It is as delicious as a regular meat patty, with a similar mouth-feel, making it the best meat alternative for those who are planning to make the switch to a healthier, more sustainable diet. Even better, unMEAT is packed with simple but nutritious ingredients. It is a good source of fiber and protein. It’s also cholesterol-free, trans fat-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.

During the launch, Michelin star chef Sau del Rosario who was among the first to sample unMEAT, described it as “the taste is like you got it from the oven. It’s tasty, it’s clean, and it’s very delicious. I would put this in my menu!”

It comes in four variants: Nuggets, Hungarian Sausages, Minced Meat and Burger Patty. CNPF aims to market the range as close to the price of real meat counterparts in keeping with its goal of providing affordable nutrition.

In the Philippines, unMEAT was first introduced through Shakey’s Pizza’s newest offering, the Goood Burger. It has since attracted a small cult following in the few weeks it has top-billed Shakey’s Pizza chain’s foray to burgers.

Now, as the plant-based food mania continues to sweep the world over, Century Pacific Food Inc., is giving consumers easy access to healthy and tasty 100% plant-based food options as unMEAT is now available via online shopping platforms, and increasingly in supermarkets and specialty stores nationwide.

Following unMEAT’s successful initial rollout as Shakey’s Goood Burger, CNFP will also be partnering with more restaurants in the country. Additionally, the company’s Global Brands Team has started offering the product to customers across a network of 80 countries such as the USA, Singapore, China and the Middle East giving consumers in many parts of the world easy access to tasty, healthy, and affordable 100% plant-based meat alternative.

“This newest addition to our product portfolio further strengthens our company’s mission to provide affordable nutrition for all. UnMEAT is both very affordable and delicious!” added Dizon.

Now it’s possible to be healthy while enjoying what you eat with the 100% plant-based unMEAT.

To know more, follow on Facebook (facebook.com/UnMeatPH) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/unMeat.ph/)

What Does Healthcare look like Post-Pandemic? Havas Life Responds

Havas Media

As the world grapples with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals and companies have been compelled to rethink the ways they live and operate. No other sector has been pushed to the brink more than healthcare, with everyone from health systems and hospitals to medical front-liners and their patients, constantly innovating and adapting to rise to the challenge.

Havas Life Manila aims to be a partner of the health sector as it continues to battle the pandemic and the imminent effects of its aftermath. Together with healthcare experts from the Nicholas Hall Group of Companies and experiential marketing firm MME Connections, Havas Life Manila launches The New Life, a campaign that aims to provide insights on post-pandemic healthcare through a series of dialogues with medical and scientific experts.

This free three-part webinar series will feature a powerhouse lineup of resource speakers that includes industry leaders and professionals who will discuss the most pressing topics on health and wellness brought about by the COVID-19 crisis.

“The pandemic has taught us that we are stronger and more effective when we work together,” said General Manager of Havas Life, Amor Magno. “We believe that by facilitating conversations with key players in the health industry, we can collaborate to solve current issues and mitigate future challenges. We also hope that this 2021, Filipinos will prioritize their health more and cultivate a better understanding of public health matters. While the world was quite unprepared in dealing with this global pandemic, we can move forward by utilizing technologies and mainstreaming public health discussions through initiatives such as The New Life.

“The Nicholas Hall Group of Companies is excited to be part of this conversation in the Philippines,” expressed Executive Chairman & Creative Solutions Director Nicholas Hall. “We are more than happy to tap into our global network of specialists, as well as our extensive resource of data and research, to help Filipinos navigate the current crisis. With more developments about vaccines and new information about the virus itself coming out constantly, we need to have more regular discussions so that the industry, and therefore also the general public, can be informed and guided accordingly.”

The online conference series is set on the following dates with their respective topics: March 25, “New Ways to Care: The Future of Healthy Doctor-Patient Relationships”; June 24, “VacciNation: Vaccines for a Healthier Nation”; September 30, “Health Futurecast: A Glimpse of the Future of Healthcare and Wellness.” The first 50 registrants will also get to be part of a virtual chat with Nicholas Hall himself.

Havas Life is Havas Ortega’s response to the impacts of the COVID pandemic. It provides an integrated approach to communication by combining strategic insights with medical and scientific expertise.

For more information on how to sign up for the webinar, visit https://havaslife.mme.ph/.

Monday, February 22, 2021

Shopee Kicks Off 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale with its Newest Brand Ambassador, Willie Revillame

Willie Revillame

MANILA, FEBRUARY 22, 2021 - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, proudly introduces Willie Revillame as its newest brand ambassador for the 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale, its first mega sale of the year. The partnership comes after several successful runs of Shopee TV specials hosted by the massively popular TV personality on GMA 7’s Wowowin: Tutok to Win. Together with Willie Revillame, Shopee invites Filipinos to enjoy weeks of promotions and prizes at the 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale. 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee Philippines is excited to kick off the first mega sale of the year with its newest brand ambassador Willie Revillame, who is one of the country’s biggest TV icons. Kuya Wil, as he is fondly called by Filipinos, has brought joy to millions during these trying times with his fun-loving personality on Wowowin. Together with Willie Revillame, Shopee hopes to provide Filipinos with more meaningful and entertaining shopping experiences at our 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale.”


Fans can catch Willie Revillame on Shopee’s daily segments on Wowowin: Tutok to Win and Shopee’s monthly TV specials on GMA 7. From February 18 - April 4, shoppers can also look forward to daily promotions and discounts on their favorite brands, products, and categories on Shopee, which include:


Exclusive discounts and mega shopping deals 

Shopee kicks off the 3.3. Mega Shopping Sale with exciting deals such as Mega Free Shipping with no minimum spend; 20% cashback on various categories; and ShopeePay ₱1 deals from top F&B merchants like Jollibee, Dunkin’ Donuts, and McDonald's. Shoppers can also enjoy exclusive discounts and promotions from Shopee’s trusted brand partners across all categories on Shopee Mall, which include Havaianas Philippines, Huggies Philippines, Realme, P&G Beauty, Pampers, Unilever Beauty, NestlĂ©, Garnier, Enfagrow, and Vivo.


Daily themed mega promotions 

Mark your calendars for themed days featuring amazing deals and big discounts, including Mega Flash Deals Sale on February 24, Mega ShopeePay Day on February 25, Mega Vouchers Day on March 2, Payday Sale on March 15, and Mega Free Shipping Sale on March 27.


Big prizes at the Shopee 3.3 Shopee Milyonaryo TV Special

Don’t miss out on the chance to snag discounts and win millions worth of cash prizes at the 3.3 Shopee Milyonaryo TV Special this March 3, 5:00 PM on GMA 7 and Shopee Live. Tune in to join games such as Shopee Shake, Watch and Win, and Shopee Milyonaryo Pera o Kahon.


Additional perks at the 3.3 ShopeePay Cashless Festival

Activate and top up your ShopeePay e-wallet to enjoy daily free shipping, discounts on mobile load, up to 20% cashback on bills payment, and more exclusive rewards from February 22 to February 25. 


For more information on the best deals during the 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/3-3. Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more promotions! 


Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.


About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It was launched in 7 markets in 2015 to connect consumers, sellers, and businesses in the region. 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.