SM Welcomes the Year of the Dog with a "Bow-Wow"

Welcome the 2018, the Year of the Earth Dog with these lovelies from the SM Accessories Kids and Toy Kingdom!

Just looking at those adorable button eyes, makes me want to buy one for myself...

Like children born in the Year of the Dog, these plush toys are cheerful, obliging, and a good sport. The Dog, after all, is said to be the most likeable sign in the Chinese Zodiac.

And kids born in the Year of the Dog are said to be honest, intelligent, egalitarian, and super-loyal.  These children are playful, friendly, and outgoing, appreciated by peers and adults alike for their warmth, candidness, and sense of humor.  A dog is a very good and supportive friend to have indeed. When the chips are down, the Dog will always be at your side.

Check out these little Pomeranian dog plushies dressed in birthday, sailor and baseball costumes.

Cutie Beagles begging for a pat.

Paw Patrol fans are sure to go gaga, over these Paw Patrol inspired plushies.

These plushies are sure to make such perfect playmates!

Bring home hugs, joy and charm with these adorable little dogs - available at the SM Accessories Kids department of The SM Store and Toy Kingdom.

Babies Fashion First at SM Mall

Every first in a child’s life is wonderful. Every first touch, first smile, first word and all other “first” milestones will be cherished by loved ones forever. Capture these moments, treasure these, and make these more special by dressing-up the little ones with Babies’ Fashion Firsts from SM Babies.

My First Blessing has adorable baptismal gowns adorned with of silk, satin and lace. My First Party has outfits that will make baby step out in style for his or her first special occasion. My First Playsuit is great for active toddlers to wear during playtime or traveling in style.

My First Blessing exquisite baptismal dress for baby girls from SM Babies

My First Blessing baptismal gown for little boys from SM Babies

My First Party will be memorable pretty in pink spaghetti strap dress with a bow from SM Babies

This fun floral dress from SM Babies is perfect for My First Party

This nautical outfit will make waves for the little boy on his first party

My First Playsuit – a casual denim dress from SM Babies

A classic denim is tops from SM Babies

Playtime is fashionably fun time with SM Babies

Make his first party extra fun with comfy clothes

 
The collection is available at the Children’s Wear – Babies Section at all SM Store Nationwide.  

**Be updated with what’s new for your baby through SM Babies Facebook and Instagram pages.

   

So CHEWY JUNIOR!

 

Are you looking for unique and one of a kind desserts?  

 

I have a penchant for desserts taken with brewed coffee.  It was like coffee + dessert = happiness for me.

 

 

We discovered Chewy Junior Megamall, while looking for a place to relax our tired aching feet (from sight malling ~ since we did not buy anything). 

 

 

The store is small, with a long counter display across the limited seating area.  But I guess that was just fine, as most of the people coming in were ordering take-homes.

 

 

 

 

Oh Yummy!!! 

 

 

They have deluxe and premium chewies.

Deluxe are priced at P45, while the Premium is P55.

 

 

 

 

We were too busy filling up our tummies, we forgot to take pictures of our order (so I got these photos from the Chewy Junior Philippines website instead).   

 

 

Hubby and I got deluxe Almond Sweethearts, while the boys got Chocolate Cereal Crunch.

 

 

 

 

The chewies went very well with our coffee.   

 

The Almond Sweatheart reminds me of J.Co's Alcapone donut, only Chewy Junior's bread is chewy from the outside and cream filled inside. Our chewy was not as sweet, as I first thought.  

 

I never got to taste the Chocolate Cereal Crunch (I know you know already why), so I assume it was good too!

 

 

We will definitely be back to try out their other products and flavors, especially their Chewy Puffs, which I heard are best seller ~ delicious!

 

Chewy Junior SM Megamall is located at the Lower Ground Floor (across the event center) of SM Megamall (SM cinema side).

Magnum Manila Review ~ Heaven Sent Dessert

What do you say to a Magnum Bar, with three (3) of your choice toppings, on a super hot afternoon? 

 

It was obviously a big YES (with a huge GRIN) for me and my boys. 

 

I have been wanting to try Magnum Manila's "make-your-own" ice cream bar, but the long queues is such a turn-off.  

 

We were back at SM Aura last week, and the queues were not as long ~ Yipee!

 

 

 A DIY Magnum Bar cost P100. 

 

 

 

After paying, a crew takes in your choices of three (3) toppings...

 

(Tip: There are so many toppings to choose from, if you are not certain, get the toppings labelled "best seller")

 

 

 

 You  would be asked, whether you want a vanilla or a chocolate bar; and preference of chocolate coating: dark chocolate, white chocolate or milk chocolate.  

 

 

The ice cream bar is dipped into the chocolate coating and the toppings are then sprinkled to the ice cream bar, and "tada", the bestEST Magnum Bar ever!!!

 

 

 

 My choice: vanilla ice cream, dipped in dark chocolate with almonds, marsh mallow and choco dots for toppings. 

 

 

My boy is so proud of his own ice cream creation. 

 

I guess we will be back again soon (hopefully without queues)!

 

 

 

Magnum Manila is located at the 5F Skypark, SM Aura

Check out their facebook page for details: Magnum Manila

 

 

NBA Cafe Review ~ Boys Day Out

If you have boys (and a husband :P) who are so into basketball,  you should consider dining at the NBA café at SM Aura, BGC Taguig. 

 

 

 

 

The huge NBA logo at the store front, was quite successful and attracting my kiddos' attention.  The crew invited us in and my kids were all eyes, on the NBA theming of the place ~ furnishing and decorations.

  

There are television monitors, everywhere you look, tuned to obviously the NBA channel.   

 

We came in at 11:30, with only a handful of people eating, but

I can imagine this place full of fans cheering their teams on at playoffs and finals. 

 

 

Just look at these NBA jerseys, such an eye-candy for my baseball stars wannabes.

 

 Do you see the main monitor at the background? It is humongous! 

 

And don't fear missing anything important as you excuse yourself to the bathroom, they have built in audio inside the restroom to make sure you are completely updated with the game.

 

 

We ordered cheese burgers, creamy macaroni and cheese and creamy spinach, white bean and artichoke dip. 

 

 

 The cheese burger plate ~ P 385. 

 

Topped with Gruyere cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and pickles  cheese burger is heavy, my husband and my eldest had their fill and felt full even after dinner time. They said they should have ordered just one for sharing.

 

 

The creamy macaroni and cheese ~ P375.

 

I shared a bowl of macaroni and cheese with my youngest.  The sauce thickens as the meal cools. 

 

Creamy spinach, white bean and artichoke for appetizer ~ P195.

 

The appetizer came with very few chips that we had to get more chips for an additional P60.

 

 

VERDICT

• NBA café is perfect for a day out with your boys.  It is wonderful concept for basketball fans.  
• Our orders were good, but not spectacular.  

 

Are we coming back?  

With boys who are so into basketball, I am guessing Yes! 

 

 

NBA Café Manila is located at the 5th floor, Skypark, SM Aura Premier Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Telephone Number: 63-2-556-1683.

 

 

Check out their website for more details: http://www.nba.com/nbacafe/about.html

 

 

 

 

Simply Shoes ~ The One-Stop Family Shoe Shop

 

SIMPLY SHOES OPENS AT SM CENTER ANGONO

SM started out with shoes. And today, it continues to expand its footwear legacy by reaching out to communities with the Simply Shoes outlets.  Simply Shoes, an affiliate of SM Retail, just opened its fourth branch at SM Center Angono.

 

Simply Shoes is a one-stop shoe store offering a wide assortment of shoes selections for women, men and children.

 

 

 Simply Shoes carries an assortment of brands, both for everyday and special occasions including SM’s iconic Parisian brand, which offers trendy yet affordable footwear for the ladies. Parisian Comfy show you how to combine comfort and style.  My shoe of choice ~ really comfty (and affordable too)! 

(photo grab from Parisian's Facebook page)

             

It also carries Milanos, trendy shoes for men; as well as sporty Easy Soft, Duralite, Treads, Islander, Beachwalk, Toeberries, Sling and Kicks for the active and casual lifestyle.

(photo grab from Simply Shoe's Facebook page)

 

 

Kids, on the other hand, will make stylish steps with Sugar Kids, Tough Kids, Sofia the First, Spongebob, Barbie, Ollie, Fisher Price and Avengers. 
 

 

(photo grab from Simply Shoe's Facebook page)

             

Now, some good news for the budget conscious mommies:

Simply Shoes SM Center Angono has an Opening Promo. 

 

Use your SM Advantage, Prestige or BDO Rewards cardholders get 10x bonus points on all purchases until February 15, 2015. 

Visit Simply Shoes branches located at Walter Mart Tanauan, Walter Mart Makati, Walter Mart Sta. Maria and  SM Center Angono.