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Food is an essential item, therefore porridge or “lugaw” is essential too, according to a transport and food delivery company.

On Wednesday, Grab Philippines shared on social media a photo of the dish with the words: “If food is essential, and lugaw is food, therefore lugaw is essential.”


It added: “Let’s give thanks to all our Grab riders na tuloy lang sa paghatid ng ating essential needs! Saludo po kami sa inyo, kuyas and ates!”
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The company even updated its advisory to include “lugaw” among essentials that could be delivered during the enhanced community quarantine, and offered free delivery by using the code “LUGAWISESSENTIAL.”


Grab issued the statement after a video of a rider who was barred from delivering lugaw in Bulacan went viral.

The video showed the rider discussing with a woman, who insisted that lugaw was not an essential item.
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Commenting on the viral video, MalacaƱang on Wednesday said lugaw was an essential good and clarified that food delivery services were allowed to operate beyond curfew hours during ECQ in the NCR Plus bubble.


If you are wondering about he viral video, you can watch it here:


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A bakeshop based in Pasig is offering a cake that looks like a mound of rice, resembling the cake President Duterte had during his 76th birthday on Sunday, March 28.


“[We] humbly present our own version of rice cake — legit na cake hindi legit na rice (legit cake, not rice),” the Facebook post read. 
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Nice Carlene Junsay, owner of Nicelybaked, shared that she wanted to challenge herself by creating a version of the viral “rice cake.”


“I actually had the idea just this morning when I saw the viral photo of the [cake]. I posted it as a challenge for myself to recreate the cake. I thought how amazing and fulfilling it would be if I can create a cake that actually looks like a cup of rice,” Junsay shared. 

The cake, which measures 4×2 inches, is available in chocolate and red velvet flavors.

After her post went viral, Junsay bared that she is now flooded with orders and even had to “extend working hours” just to answer all the inquiries. 
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“[My] inbox is so full at the moment. I am a one-woman team since I only run a small business. I had to call for back up to be able to respond to all queries,” she added.


Asked if the cake also includes lechon, Junsay said, “I really wish I can include a lechon with every order! But who knows maybe one of these days I can make a cake that looks like a lechon.”

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Pasig-based bakeshop recreates Duterte’s ‘rice cake’


DOTr has released transportation guidelines under the week-long ECQ. 


Here’s a QUICK GUIDE to the LATEST TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES implemented by the Department of Transportation during the Enhanced Community Quarantine imposed in Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal from March 29 to April 4, 2021.
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ECQ for NCR+ that starts today was announced last week to stop ng surge of COVID-19 cases that suddenly risen in number in the past days.



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Metro Manila and four nearby provinces will revert to enhanced community quarantine for a week. Will this mean the return of quarantine passes amid strict stay-at-home orders as well?


When ECQ was imposed in Luzon from mid-March to mid-May last year, people had to present quarantine passes to be able to enter groceries and other establishments.
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When asked if these barangay-issued slips will again be required in the National Capital Region, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal during the March 29 to April 4 ECQ period, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque admitted new passes may not be produced given the limited time.


"Ang problema po kasi isang lingo lang itong ating ECQ so hindi ko po alam kung sapat ang panahon para mag issue uli ng quarantine passes," Roque said in an online media briefing on Saturday.

"Kung meron naman po kayong quarantine pass na naitago siguro dalhin niyo na rin po. Kung wala naman po, magbigay na lang ng eksplanasyon na bibili lang ng pagkain o ng gamot," Roque added.
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Under ECQ, people are only allowed to leave their homes to access essential goods or services, or to go to work in industries that are allowed to operate. 


The government has tightened restrictions in the Greater Manila area amid the surge in COVID-19 infections, with active cases hitting another record high 118,122 on Saturday.

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President Rodrigo Duterte ordered another week of enhanced community quarantine (ECQ), the strictest quarantine status, in Metro Manila and its nearby provinces from March 29 to April 4, MalacaƱang announced on Saturday.

Duterte made the decision following the recommendation of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID), Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said in a virtual presser.


“Inaprubahan po ng ating Presidente ang rekomendasyon ng inyong IATF na ilagay muli sa enhanced community quarantine o ECQ ang National Capital Region, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna at Rizal (The President has approved the IATF’s recommendation to once again place National Capital Region, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal under enhanced community quarantine or ECQ),” he said.
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Roque said an intensified curfew from 6 p.m. (from the current 10 p.m.) to 5 a.m. will be implemented in the covered areas, or the so-called NCR Plus.

LIST: Industries allowed to operate during ECQ

An ECQ status mandates all households to observe strict home quarantine and limit movements to accessing essential goods and services, and for work to continue in establishments allowed to operate.

Mass gatherings, public transportation, and face-to-face classes are also prohibited in ECQ zones.

Roque said the decision was reached following the continuing upward trend in coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) infections in the country.

On Saturday, the Department of Health reported 9,595 new cases that upped the active cases total to 118,122.
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There were also 481 new recoveries for an overall toll of 581,161 out of 712,442 confirmed cases.

Religious gatherings and dine-in services are not allowed in ECQ zones but malls will remain open for essential services.


“Sa madaling salita, home-liners po tayo ulit (In short, we are home-liners anew),” Roque said. “Yung virus po ang kalaban, hindi po ang gobyerno, hindi po ang IATF (The virus is our enemy, not the government, not the IATF).”

Roque ensured that the government would exert all efforts to stop the further transmission of Covid-19.

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“Huwag po tayong mawawalan ng loob. Tinitiyak po natin na handa ang gobyerno at tutulungan po kayo (Do not lose hope. We assure that the government is ready and will help you),” he said.

The highest single-day tally the country has recorded since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic was on Friday at 9,838 new cases.

Via PNA

NCR, Bulacan, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna placed under ECQ from March 29 to April 4

This new way of dining is now getting more famous and more common at the same time as we adapt to our current situation amid COVID-19 pandemic while we try to thrive for our daily life. 

Good thing that businesses are learning to find solutions into providing services while keeping us safe from the virus. 


While there are lots of places to dine in Metro Manila, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls has converted and redesigned its open spaces in its various lifestyle malls and allowed its partner restaurants to extend their outdoor seating to accommodate more alfresco diners.
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Diners can look forward to enjoying more fresh air and a unique dining experience at their favorite restaurants without having to worry about their safety as alfresco dining offers better physical distancing, air quality and ventilation.


Here are some of Megaworld Lifestyle Malls that provide more outdoor dining:


FORBES TOWN


Tucked between the high rise buildings and residences, Forbes Town offers a safe enclave for diners in the Fort Bonifacio area.

To provide more seating and accommodate dining guests, Burgos Park and Forbes Town Road have been converted into outdoor dining spaces that are perfect for an afternoon getaway or an after-work dinner date
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UPTOWN MALL AND UPTOWN PARADE


Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ flagship lifestyle establishment, Uptown Bonifacio, has opened more areas for alfresco dining.

People can easily make their way to the alfresco spaces at The Deck, which is conveniently situated at the fourth level of the mall.

Just across the street along 9th Ave., Uptown Parade boasts of an abundance of restaurants, with rows of various flavors and cuisine.

Customers can sit back and enjoy the relaxed ambiance and scenery while filling their stomachs with good food.

MCKINLEY HILL STREAT MARKET

The most romantic mall is making dining out even more dreamy with its new alfresco spaces. With its Italian-inspired design offering an unmatched charm and spectacle, eating outdoors in this mall is an experience not to be missed.

While travel restrictions are still in effect, couples can go on a global food trip with Venice Grand Canal’s exciting roster of restaurants while enjoying the mall’s unique Venice-inspired sights and sounds.

READ MORE: McKinley Hill StrEAT Market - your new street food destination in Taguig!

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ASIATOWN AT WEST MCKINLEY 


Those looking to go on an Asian-style food trip while staying safe can visit AsiaTown in McKinley West, which now has more outdoor seating capacity.

Guests can order from any of the restaurants nearby and take their seats in the alfresco area for a more romantic dinner date under the stars.

Which of these are you looking forward to seeing and dining at? Let me know in the comment section below. 

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls converted these places into al fresco dining areas


Taguig is known for having a very low rate of active cases of COVID-19 yet they tested as many people in the city.


FREE PCR TESTING IN TAGUIG CITY 

The City Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance Unit (CEDSU) and Barangay Health Centers are conducting free PCR testing from Monday to Friday. 

See schedule below:


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HOW TO GET TESTED IN TAGUIG

Alongside the given schedule, regular drive-thru testing is available every Wednesday at BGC and every Friday at Lakeshore. 

ALSO READ: How to get tested in Taguig City?

The city also launched Park ‘N Test which will be accessible every Monday at the Vista Mall Parking Building.  


Another way to be tested is through the Mobile Testing Truck making its rounds in the city.

As Taguig City continues the battle against COVID-19, it is crucial for the local government to identify positive cases in order to have them undergo quarantine, cease the spread, and recover from coronavirus. 




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Reimagine Bonifacio High Street as they bring more outdoor dining areas in BGC.


While indoor dining is on pause as the country continues its fight against COVID-19, these intimate and regularly sanitized outdoor dining areas are made available for the safety of our guests, those aged 18-64 years old. 


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NEW NORMAL IN DINING

Here's the list of outdoor dining areas in BHS:
  1. šŸ“ Garden StrEAT - 7th Ave
  2. šŸ“ My Street, High Street - 5th Ave (every Saturday and Sunday only)
  3. šŸ“ Mercato High StrEAT - 9th Ave
  4. šŸ“ Parkside Dining - One BHS
  5. šŸ“ The Terraces - 2F One BHS
  6. šŸ“ Al fresco dining areas- BHS Open Park

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As we enjoy the new way of eating out, the premise is strictly implementing the health and safety protocols in fight with COVID-19.

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Remember to always wear your face mask and face shield and observe social distancing while staying in these areas.


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Bonifacio High Street put up more al fresco dining areas in BGC, Taguig

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Targeted to be completed on December 2021, the Common Station features a 13,700-square meter CONCOURSE AREA which will SEAMLESSLY INTERCONNECT the rail lines of LRT-1, MRT-3, MRT-7, and the much-awaited Metro Manila Subway. 

After more than seven (7) years of delay, the OVERALL PROGRESS RATE of the COMMON STATION PROJECT now stands at 48.48%!

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Metro Manila Common Station

This is a long overdue transport infrastructure project that would have considerably eased mobility of commuters in Metro Manila, particularly along the main transit routes, from Baclaran to Monumento to the entire length of EDSA.

And with the forthcoming MRT-7 and the Metro Manila Subway also being part of the loop, travel to Bulacan via Commonwealth, and from Valenzuela to NAIA will be faster and more convenient. 



Under the determined and resolute leadership of Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade, the nearly a decade delay of the Common Station Project, specifically due to issues on location, was finally resolved.



Secretary Tugade deftly navigated through the dispute of various stakeholders of the project, including two conglomerates who were vying for better vantage point.

And now with the established partnership and cooperation forged by our Transport Chief, the construction of the Area B (Atrium) of the Common Station was able to push through, and now is 100% complete.

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The remainder of the project is now in full, accelerated construction pace and work is done 24/7. 
Once operational, the Common Station is expected to serve approximately 478,000 passengers daily.



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This place in Taguig shares to us the new way of dining experience. 

Open space, warm lights and delectable food. Sounds good right? AsiaTown is the newly added venue where you can enjoy fresh air while exploring McKinley West. 


Enjoy various Asian cuisines and feel the summer breeze surrounded by nature.

ALSO READ: Uptown Bonifacio Reimagines Patio Dining With New Outdoor Areas
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ABOUT MCKINLEY WEST

Catering to Manila’s upscale market, Megaworld is developing McKinley West, a 34.5 hectare ultra high-end township on the former JUSMAG property in Fort Bonifacio beside Forbes Park and Manila Polo Club.




Designed to showcase the rich culture of Asia and serve up specialty dishes from the region, AsiaTown features a diverse collection of different establishments that specialize in pan-Asian cuisine in an ambient park-like setting. 



Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, a subsidiary of Megaworld Corporation and one of the largest shopping mall retailers in the Philippines, has opened Manila’s first AsiaTown in 2019, a food hub nestled along LeGrand Avenue.

For a #SaferAndHappier dining experience, McKinley West encourages all guests to follow safety protocols. Please remember to wear your face mask and face shield, and practice social distancing at all times.
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HOW TO GET TO MCKINLEY WEST

McKinley West is another township just across McKinley Hill. Here's the directions on how to go to McKinley West:

FROM NORTH METRO
  • Option 1: From EDSA, ride a bus southbound to Baclaran or Ayala or take an MRT and go down at Ayala and look for the jeepney terminal (under MRT station) and ride those that are bound for Market Market. Get down at the corner of Fifth Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. This will pass by McKinley Hill.
  • Option 2: From EDSA, ride a bus southbound to Baclaran or Ayala or take an MRT and go down at Ayala and look for the bus terminal of TheFort buses (at the gate of Forbes across Shell Station) bound for Fort Bonifacio. These are air-conditioned buses that go around Fort Bonifacio. Get down at the corner of Fifth Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. This will pass by McKinley Hill.
  • Option 3: From EDSA, ride a bus southbound to Baclaran or Ayala or take an MRT and go down at Guadalupe. There are jeepneys in Gaudalupe that are bound for AFP Housing and Fort Bonifacio. You can ride either of the two, both of those routes pass by McKinley Hill. 
  • Option 4: From the C5 area, ride an FX or jeepney going to Kalayaan Avenue and go down at the intersection of Kalayaan and C5 (this is called "Buting"). There are jeepneys bound for Market Market from that corner. From Market Market, ride the jeepney that is bound for FTI/Gate 3, these jeepneys pass by McKinley Hill.

FROM SOUTH METRO

  • Option 1: From EDSA, ride a bus northbound to Fairview or Monumento or take an MRT and go down at Ayala and look for the jeepney terminal (under MRT station) and ride those with signboard McKinley-Fort-Bonifacio-Gate 2 that are bound for Market Market. Get down at the corner of Fifth Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. This will pass by McKinley Hill.
  • Option 2: From EDSA, ride a bus northbound to Fairview or Monumento or take an MRT and go down at Ayala and look for the bus terminal of TheFort buses (at the gate of Forbes across Shell Station) bound for Fort Bonifacio. These are air-conditioned buses that go around Fort Bonifacio. Get down at the corner of Fifth Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. This will pass by McKinley Hill.
  • Option 3: From EDSA, ride a bus northbound to Fairview or Monumento or take an MRT and go down at Guadalupe. There are jeepneys in Gaudalupe that are bound for AFP Housing and Fort Bonifacio. You can ride either of the two, both of those routes pass by McKinley Hill.
  • Option 4: From EDSA, ride a bus northbound to Fairview or Monumento or take an MRT and go down at Magallanes. Walk towards the San Lorenzo Place Showroom at the corner of Pasong Tamo. Look for the bus/FX terminal which are bound for McKinley Hill. 

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From Ayala MRT Station:
  • There are jeepneys in the Ayala terminal (under MRT station) that are bound for Market Market. There are also jeepneys plying the Ayala route going to Market Market. Get down at the corner of Fifth Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. This will pass by McKinley Hill.

From Pasong Tamo/Magallanes MRT Station:
  • Option 1: Go to the San Lorenzo Place Showroom at the corner of Pasong Tamo and EDSA. Look for the bus/FX terminal which are bound for McKinley Hill. 
  • Option 2: There are also jeepneys passing along Pasong Tamo/Mantrade/WalterMart (along Pasay Road) that are bound for FTI. Ride the one that goes to Gate 3. From Gate 3 or end of Pasong Tamo Extension, there are jeepneys bound for Guadalupe, passing by McKinley Hill.

From Guadalupe-EDSA Station:
  • There are jeepneys in Gaudalupe that are bound for AFP Housing and Fort Bonifacio. You can ride either of the two, both of those routes pass by McKinley Hill. Ask the driver to be dropped at McKinley Hill or One World Plaza.

From Taguig or Paranaque area:
  • Ride a jeepney going to Nichols in Taguig, ask to be dropped off the Gate 3 - where the jeepney terminal to The Fort is located. From Gate 3 , there are jeepneys bound for Guadalupe, passing by McKinley Hill.

For private vehicles:
  • McKinley Hill is just along Lawton Road that connects South Super Highway (via FTI/Nichols/Villamor Airbase exit) and Bonifacio Global City. It is also accessible through C5 via the McKinley Hills gate past the exit of Market Market/The Fort in the southbound lane. The area can also be accessed through EDSA northbound using either a) Kalayaan Avenue b) McKinley Road going to Forbes by the Ayala corner or c) C5 flyover coming from Buendia. It is advisable to just approach via Lawton Road since this road is not too traffic heavy yet compare to C5.

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AsiaTown, a new alfresco dining in McKinley West, Taguig

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