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WINNING FORMULA
Alyssa Valdez, Dennise Lazaro and Ella de Jesus of the Ateneo Women’s Volleyball Team share their exciting journey to victory!
BEAUTY BLISS
Bloggers Camille Co and Dominique Tiu get a makeover from our favorite beauty stores
GET HAPPY!
Dress up in the season’s brightest colors
Everything Fresh!
The newest dining concepts from the hottest restaurants
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WHAT’S INSIDE 2 | ON THE COVER
Winning Formula Alyssa Valdez, Dennise Lazaro and Ella de Jesus of the Ateneo Women’s Volleyball Team share their exciting journey to victory!
4 | BLOGGER CHALLENGE
Beauty Bliss Bloggers Camille Co and Dominique Tiu get a makeover from our favorite beauty stores
6 | SPOTTED: TRINOMA SHOPPING GUIDE I Want Candy Easy-on-the-eye gadgets for your summer getaway
8 | WANT TO WEAR
Get Happy! Dress up in the season’s brightest colors.
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HELLO SUMMER! It may be blazing hot outside but here in TriNoma, everything is happy and fun! We have devoted this issue to the exciting colors of summer, from the lively shades of festive wear to the enticing flavors of fresh dining concepts.. Going on vacation? You’ll have a lot of cool, comfy getups to choose from as our clothing brands offer sun-kissed outfits in pink, blue, orange, and yellow. Match these with candy-colored gadgets, and you are good to go! Staying in the city? Well then, indulge your palate in a culinary adventure with the new dishes and new restaurants cropping up all over TriNoma. We’ve got make-as-you-order burgers, slow-cooked ramen, appetizing salads, and refreshing smoothies. Last but not least, we are very proud to have three members of the Ateneo Women’s Volleyball Team on our cover. Alyssa, Ella, and Dennise are humble in their victory. Here, they share the many challenges they had to overcome on the road to victory. We hope that their story inspires you to reach out for your dreams as well. Have a great summer! The TriNoma Team
Everything Fresh! The newest dining concepts from TriNoma’s hottest restaurants
12| WANT TO WATCH
Sequels Reign Supreme: X-Men: Days of Future Past, How to Train Your Dragon 2, 22 Jump Street, Transformers: Age of Extinction
13| WANT TO DO
Young TriNoma shoppers share their summer plans.
14| EVENTS
Here’s a rundown of the concerts, fashion shows, and celebrity appearances at TriNoma.
16| BEHIND THE SCENES
Making Diners Happy The staff of CPK tell us why they love their work.
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ON THIS PAGE: On Dennise: Pink ombre top, Bench; neon knit top, Bench; turquoise pants, Bench; two tone heels, Call It Spring • On Ella: Green top, Bench; orange pants, Bench; turquoise wedge, Call It Spring • On Alyssa: Striped cardigan, Bench; blue pants, Bench; yellow sleeveless top, Kashieca; white wedge sandals, Call It Spring OPPOSITE PAGE: On Dennise: Two tone yellow-white top, Kashieca; floral skirt, Kashieca; • On Alyssa: Coral dress with laser cutout, Kashieca; brown rope belt, Kashieca; • On Ella: Turquoise dress, Bench; orange belt, Kashieca Quick Directory: Level 1: Bench, Call It Spring, Kashieca
WINNING FORMULA Alyssa Valdez, Dennise Lazaro and Ella de Jesus of the Ateneo Women’s Volleyball Team share their exciting journey to victory!
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t was an absolute joy to work with these three young ladies. Not only are Alyssa Valdez, Dennise Lazaro and Ella de Jesus members of the Ateneo Women’s Volleyball Team, they are also roommates at Eliazo Hall, the university dormitory for girls. They laugh easily, chat incessantly, and went through the different poses like they were professionals. Because they knew each other’s likes and dislikes, personality quirks and pet peeves, they supported each other at every turn. The three
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girls make for one happy unit, and perhaps that’s one of the reasons why the Ateneo Women’s Volleyball Team became champions of Season 76 of the UAAP.
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Though coming from different backgrounds, all three took to volleyball at an early age. Dennise was taught by her mom, who was a varsity player in Letran during her college years. Alyssa picked up the game from her older brothers. Ella learned to play in school. The girls showed potential
early on and in their fourth year in high school, they were recruited by the coaches of Ateneo. Alyssa, who was then playing for the University of Santo Tomas, was surprised at the offer. She had been recruited by the coaches of UST when she still in her elementary years in Batangas. She says, “I really started in UST. That’s where I learned the game. They were really patient with me, so I would always be grateful to them.” Eventually, Alyssa joined Team Ateneo. And so did Ella, who came from Saint James Academy in
cover story Malabon, and Dennise, who studied at Colegio San Agustin in Makati. Though the girls were thrilled to be athletic scholars in one of the country’s top universities, they knew that they would have to work doubly hard to stay there. “Studying in Ateneo, you have to exert a lot of effort,” says Alyssa. Athletes are not given any type of preferential treatment, so they have to be diligent in their studies to maintain their grade point average, she shares. “It was overwhelming,” Dennise says of her first year in school. A Biology student, she had to deal with all sorts of academic challenges, from research papers to long tests. Like her teammates, she learned how to manage her time early on. She says, “Right after gym, I study right away. I prioritize.” She also learned how to focus on the task at hand. When Dennise is in training with her team, she only thinks about the game. When she is studying for a test, she only thinks about her class.
“We’re not just teammates, we’re also friends, sisters. It’s like we’re a family, all-in-one!” All their hard work has paid off as they are all doing well on and off the court. Ella adds, “At the Ateneo, I feel safe. Inside the campus, it is literally very safe. When you graduate, you are also safe because you will benefit from your education. Your future is secure.”
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Striking a balance between their academic obligations and their training schedule can be quite difficult. Oftentimes, the girls and their teammates are hardly left with any social life at all. Dennise says, “My social life is with my team. But we have a lot of fun. It’s like we’re a family.” Since most of them live in the dormitory, they get to hang out after they are done for the day. Alyssa adds, “We’re not just teammates, we’re also friends, sisters. It’s like we’re a family, all-in-one!” Most of the time, they eat or order out with Dennise saying, “Eating is our favorite pasttime. No diets!” Sometimes though, they get to go off-campus as well, and TriNoma is one of their favorite haunts. “We watch movies at TriNoma. We shop,” says Alyssa. Dennise adds, “We go around, watch movies, eat. My favorite is to shop: Zara, Topshop, Mango. I like it here because it has everything. It has good restaurants. The moviehouse is nice. The shops, everything is here. Perfect!”
“TriNoma is super complete. Because we don’t have a lot of time, we like it because it has everything. When we go to a mall, everything should be there so that we don’t waste time... The best is the moviehouse, we watch a lot of movies here,” says Alyssa. Of course, it was some kind of miracle that they were able to get away from school at all. When Thai coach Anusorn “Tai” Bundit first took over their training, he had his doubts, recalls Dennise. Physically, the girls weren’t strong. “We didn’t have any muscles. We were like jelly,” Dennise says. But Coach Tai was committed to making them stronger, faster players, and had them train twice a day, from 6am to 8am, and then again from 5pm to 8pm. Says Dennise, “We found it difficult at first, training twice a day, but then after awhile, we got used to it. We saw the improvement in each other.” Truth be told, the Lady Eagles did not expect to snag the championship at all. When the season started, only two of their six starting players remained; their star players had graduated. How then could they hope to defend their second place standing? Dennise says, “Our goal at the start was to make it to the Final 4. We were being realistic. Of course, we wanted to be champions, so we just worked hard during training. We followed our coach. We helped each other out.”
When they started winning, the girls were taken completely by surprise. Ella says, “We thought, ‘How are we able to do this?’” The star players of seasons past may be long gone, but new ones stepped up to take their place. It helped as well that Coach Tai knew exactly how to motivate the girls. Ella recalls, “We did not pressure ourselves, and there was also no pressure coming from our coach. The mindset of our coach was that he wants us to play happy. When we start doubting ourselves, he’ll motivate us. He’ll say, ‘You’re a good player. You can do it. No pressure. Enjoy!’” “It’s the little things that we all did. All of us sacrificed. All of us trained hard. These are what brought us to the finals. It’s also strategy. Since we are not big, we had to play smart. Our bond as a team also helped. We knew each other very well. There were no conflicts. Communication is a big factor,” says Alyssa. Dennise says, “Coach Tai always told us: You have to play happy. You have to play as a team. You have to have heart strong. Though the words were simple, it meant a lot. So every game, we played happy, with unity, and with our hearts strong, and it helped to get us to where we are now.” With such a happy philosophy, there is no doubt that the Lady Eagles would continue to soar high in the future! ■
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BEAUTY BLISS
Bloggers get a makeover from beauty brands, Shu Uemura and Benefit Cosmetics.
DOMINIQUE TIU Dominique loves everything and anything about fashion and she shares her many finds to her loyal readers with much passion. However, it is when Dominique is talking about her everyday life--the lessons she’s learned, the challenges she’s faced--that she feels the most fulfilled. “I grew up writing stories,” Dominique says. And her blog has given her the opportunity to tell her story, and hopefully, encourage others to tell theirs as well. Read Dominique’s stories at http://www.konichiwear.com/.
The Benefit makeup artists prepared Dominique for this sizzling season. Here’s how to get her look: 1. Moisturize your skin with Moisture Prep Toning lotion. 2. Minimize the appearance of pores with The Porefessional. 3. Put on Stay Flawless 15-Hour Primer. 4. Foundation’s next: use Hello Flawless Oxygen WOW SPF 25 in petal. 5. Conceal any discoloration around the eye area with Fake Up Light. 6. Define your brows with Instant Brow pencil. 7. Put on the Stay Don’t Stray primer around the eye area. 8. Blend in eye shadow using the following: R.S.V.P., Pinky Swear, Thanks-a-latte, and Call My Bluff. 9. Use the BADgal liner in brown to line your upper lids. 10. Put on They’re Real Mascara. 11. Get a rosy look by putting on Lollitint on your cheeks, then contour with Hoola. 12. Apply Lollitint on your lips, and finish off with Kiss You lip gloss. 13. Set everything with the Hello Flawless Powder SPF 15 in ivory.
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CAMILLE CO
It’s going to be a fun, flirty, floral summer for Camille Co as she saunters from Boracay to Tokyo this season. One of the most popular fashion bloggers this side of town, Camille feels blessed that she is able to share her passion for dressing up to readers across all ages. She was particularly thrilled when moms, doctors, and nurses told her how much they have been inspired by her. Going through her blog, they said, encouraged them to give more attention to the way they dressed up too! Blogging may have numerous perks, but for Camille, being able to inspire others is priceless. Catch Camille at http://itscamilleco.com/. The beauty team of Shu Uemura gave Camille a fresh look for the summer. Here’s how to get her look: 1. Start by applying Light Bulb Compact Foundation in 764 medium light beige. 2. Define your brows with Hard 9 pencil in walnut brown and Eyebrow Manicure in tawny gold. 3. Blend in eye shadow using the Sweet Beige Palette. 4. Use a drawing pencil to line your upper lids. 5. On your cheeks, puff some Glow On Blush in MP336. 6. Finish off by putting on Matte Pink lippies in shade 376.
SUMMER ESSENTIALS The heat can wreak havoc on your complexion. Protect yourself from the elements with these powerful beauty finds from Kiehl’s:
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Kiehl’s Actively Correcting & Beautifying BB Cream SPF 50: Get a fresh, no makeup look with the help of this wonder formula. Formulated with Vitamin C., it helps protect your skin against discoloration. It is not only an active anti-ageing weapon, it is also silicon-free, so it won’t clog your pores. Plus, it has hydrating qualities to keep your skin energized. Available in light, fair and natural, apply after your beauty routine, before you put on your makeup. Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50 PA+++: Shield yourself from the harmful rays of the sun with this lightweight sunscreen which glides smoothly on skin. Offering both UVA and UVB protection, it helps fight the effects of aging, lines and wrinkles both. Plus, it won’t make your skin take on a grayish tone because of the Mexoryl in its formulation. Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution: This is the most effective formula for Asian skin. Its fast-acting vitamin C component treats existing spots effectively, and helps prevents the occurrence of discoloration.
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spotted: the TriNoma shopping guide
I Want Candy Easy-on-the-eye gadgets for your summer getaway!
GROUND LEVEL: Sleepcare • LEVEL 1: Swatch, • LEVEL 2: Digital Walker, Speedo, The Travel Club • LEVEL 3: American Tourister, Henry’s Professional On-the-Go U-shaped red cushion, Sleepcare, P850
TRAVEL BUDDIES Going to your destination is easier and smoother with these babies by your side.
Paul Frank round green cushion, Sleepcare, P995
Ye!! Portable Bluetooth Speakers, Digital Walker, P1950 Paul Frank square red cushion, Sleepcare, P930
Squish bolsters, Sleepcare, P900 each
Coloud Boom, Digital Walker, P1495
Hadaki striped and coated money pod, The Travel Club, P1690
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Coloud Boom, Digital Walker, P1195 Goggles, Speedo, black/ blue P1288, pink/purple P499, white P799
Suntop, Speedo, P1600
Suntop, Speedo, P1688
Aquashorts, Speedo, P899
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Watershorts, Speedo, P1988 up
spotted: the TriNoma shopping guide
Vicinity Boston Bag in pink, American Tourister, P4050
Festive, American Tourister, P5750 Vivolite, American Tourister, P6950
High Sierra backpack, The Travel Club, P2990
Healthy Back Bag, The Travel Club, P3990 Swatch Lady Original Caramellissima, Swatch, P3000
Quiksilver backpack, The Travel Club, P3290
OVER P2500
Swatch Square Dragee, Swatch, P4000
Ye!! Sound Gear, Digital Walker, P2950
LONG-HAUL ESSENTIALS Don’t forget to take these with you for trips lasting days and days on end.
Swatch Lady Original Sminty, Swatch, P3000
Samsung ST150F in pink, Henry’s Professional, P5990
Fuji Mini 8s in blue and yellow, Henry’s Professional, P4180
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CITRUS BURST
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1 Long-sleeved printed blouse, Bayo, P1095; 2 Printed dress, Bayo, P1295; 3 Blouse with jeweled collar, Dorothy Perkins, P2195; 4 Colored denim shorts, ForMe, P898; 5 Lace dress, ForMe, P1498; 6 Laser cut sleeveless top, Penshoppe, P649; 7 Peek-a-boo coral ballet flats, Butterfly Twists, P1999; 8 Mimosa flats, Cushe, P2290; 9 Flats with silver detail Visafa, San Marina, P2495
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Get Happy!
Dress up in the season’s brightest colors. Level 1: Bayo, ForMe, Penshoppe, Vans • Level 2: All Flip Flops, San Marina, Sperry Top-Sider, • Level 3: Butterfly Twists, Cushe, Dorothy Perkins, Gap, Penguin, Topshop, Topman
INTO THE BLUE Memories of the sea will calm you down with these finds.
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1 Printed geometric print dress, Bayo, P1295; 2 Fish print polo, Vans, P2298; 3 Printed shirt, Topman, P1295; 4 Printed denim shorts, Topman, P2395; 5 Floral tiered playsuit, Topshop, P3495; 6 Admiral blue shorts, Gap, P1950; 7 Palm Print Button Down Shirt, Penshoppe, P799; 8 Pink Blue Feet Flop, Cushe, P1190; 9 Flats with straps , San Marina, P4990; 10 Blue hat, Sperry Top-Sider, P2495.
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1 Skirt with flounce, Bayo, P695; 2 Fitted boyfriend oxford shirt, Gap, P2450; 3 Collared shirt, Penguin, P3250; 4 Striped Skater Dress, Penshoppe, P649; 5 Floral top, Topshop, P2295; 6 Grey and pink slippers, All Flip Flops, P1045; 7. Pink iridescent ballet flats, Butterly Twists, P1799; 8 Pink lace back playsuit, Topshop, P3645; 9 Pink boat shoes, Sperry Top-Sider, P3295.
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EVERYTHING
Fresh!
The newest dining concepts from TriNoma’s hottest restaurants
PEARL RIVER CAFE
Want something more filling for your afternoon tea than scones and crumpets? Well, walk over to Pearl River Cafe! Not only do they offer a good variety of teas, from China Silver Needles, Japan Super Green, and Lemon Chamomile to Jasmine Chun Hao and Lavender Earl Grey, they also serve a sumptuous array of entrees. Delight in their dimsum offerings. There’s steamed shrimps, pan-fried chives dumplings, panfried radish cake, chicken feet with XO sauce, and steamed tripes. If you want something more filling, order up some congee with pork and century egg or noodles with stewed beef shank. They have fried rice, of course, as well as such Chinese food favorites as beef and broccoli and sweet and sour pork. But whatever it is you’re having, you will be pleased at the warm interiors, inviting you to stay at the cafe for a little while longer. Pearl River Cafe, Level 4 Garden Restaurants
QUIZNOS
Sandwich lovers will have a grand old time at Quiznos. With its great selection of classic and savory sandwiches, Quiznos quickly became a favorite among TriNoma’s moviegoers when it opened its store last July 2013. Young professionals working in and around the area have made Quiznos their top pick too! It’s not surprising then that TriNoma is one of the chain’s top branches. Its bestsellers include the Classic Italian, which is loaded with meats and veggies seasoned with red wine vinaigrette; Chicken Basil Pesto, which features all-natural chicken and melted mozzarella flavored with basil pesto; and Double Cheese Cheesesteak with prime rib and Swiss cheese. Quiznos also offers its Pork Sisig rice meal for those who must have their rice. Soon, it will be introducing two more delicious sandwiches to make sure that you come back for more! Quiznos, Level 4, 949-7006
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ITALIANNI’S
You always come back to Italianni’s not only for the great food, but also for the exemplary service. Regular guests are known by their name, and given as much attention as the new ones who wander through their doors. Plus, of course, there’s always something new cooking in the kitchen. This season, it’s the Primavera Salad, a wonderful medley of veggies and greens tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette. The Primavera goes well with such beloved favorites as the Caprese Flat Bread that’s topped with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil and the Herb Chicken, which is crunchy on the outside, but juicy on the inside. Do not fail to ask for some Mussels Lombardi. It is a delicious treat of mussels sauteed in white wine, olive oil , garlic, butter, and herbs. It tastes of the sea, and will transport you to your happiest of summers! Italianni’s, Level 4 Garden Restaurants, 915-3589
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HANAMARUKEN RAMEN
Folks have been raving about Hanamaruken Ramen’s Signature Happiness Ramen, and we could very well understand why. Slow-cooked for ten hours, its pork soft bone practically melts in your mouth. Match that with freshly made noodles and a flavorful tonkotsu shoyu broth and you certainly got a recipe for jubilation! Hanamaruken Ramen is the local franchise of an Osaka favorite, and offers a range of delectably prepared dishes. Apart from its signature ramen, the other dishes which have a hit a sweet spot with local diners are the Pot Belly ramen, which is another tonkotsu shoyu-based ramen, but this time with roasted pork belly, and the Drunk Man Rice Bowl, which is braised pork with two fried eggs! Not a ramen fan? Not to worry as they offer other Japanese cuisine fare such gyoza and tempura. Hanamaruken Ramen, Level 2 Garden Restaurants, 720-9283
JAMBA JUICE
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It’s burger just the way you want it! And we’re not just talking here about tossing in your favorite veggies into the bun, or topping it off with your goto sauce. We’re talking about making your burger from the meat of your choice! Eight cuts refers to the eight cuts of beef-chuck, rib eye, short rib, sirloin, brisket, hanger, flank and ox tail--used in their five custom blends: Big Game, House Blend, Beef Bomb, Steak Cut, and Ox Blend. All the patties are made from 100 percent US beef, but each has its own distinctive flavor. By ordering a different blend every time you visit, you get to have a unique taste experience. Their sidings are equally flavorful. They’ve got fries, shrimp poppers, and onion rings. Oh, their milkshakes are absolutely divine! 8 Cuts just opened a few months ago, but already it has gained quite a following. Check it out! 8 Cuts Burger Blends, Level 2
When Jamba Juice opened last December 2013, lots of people lined up to get a taste of their refreshingly healthy drinks. A popular international chain, its TriNoma outlet is one of the first based in the northern area. That’s why Jamba Juice fans living in the surrounding areas flocked to the store to get their fill of their yummy smoothies. Among the TriNoma crowd of moviegoers and health food aficionados, a couple of favorites emerged: Strawberry Swirl, which is a blend of bananas and strawberries in an apple-strawberry juice, and Banana Berry, which is a blend of bananas and blueberries in an apple-strawberry juice. They’ll be introducing new products soon! Jamba Juice, Level 4
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SEQUELS REIGN SUPREME
A good movie deserves a sequel, or even two! Get your popcorn ready for these awesome silver screen adventures!
X-Men: Days of Future Past (May 21)
With the survival of both human and mutant species at stake, the past and future collide in a battle of epic proportions in X-Men: Days of Future Past. The action-packed film features a star-studded cast reprising their roles from the original X-Men trilogy and X-Men: First Class including Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle Berry, Michael Fassbender, and James McAvoy.
ULTIMATE MOVIE TREAT Going to the movies becomes a better experience when you know you’ve got the best seats in the house. By regularly logging on to Sureseats.com, you are updated on the latest offerings of the Ayala Malls Cinemas. Check out movie schedules and reserve choice seats with a click of the mouse! Movie schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
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How to Train Your Dragon 2 (June 11)
Five years since the Vikings and dragons have found peace in the island of Berk, teen viking Hiccup and his loyal dragon Toothless continue to roam the skies and explore unchartered territories. They chance upon a secret ice cave–a discovery that has the capacity to change the history of men and dragons forever. The exciting adventure lives on in DreamWorks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon 2, a must-see movie for all ages.
22 Jump Street (June 18)
Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) are back with their backs against the wall yet again in 22 Jump Street, the muchawaited sequel to the 2012 sleeper hit. Expect hilarity to ensue when the two underachieving officers deal with the pains of maturity and the complications of their partnership as they relive their undercover escapades at a local college to crack a case.
Transformers: Age of Extinction (June 24)
Four years after the destructive invasion in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, an automobile mechanic makes an important discovery that leads to Autobots and Decepticons resurfacing on planet Earth. The fourth installment of the Transformers film series, Transformers: Age of Extinction features an all-new cast starring Mark Wahlberg, and welcomes the return of Steven Spielberg as producer and Michael Bay at the directing helm.
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Young TriNoma shoppers share how they’ll be spending their summer vacation.
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A top ten student, seven-year-old Avienda Arteta is enjoying the summer holidays to the hilt! Her family is planning to go on a swimming outing and spending some much-needed downtime at a hotel. Of course, with school out, Avienda is thrilled that she gets to spend a lot of time at TriNoma. She likes going to Toys “R” Us and visiting the kiddie shops. Her mom is happy to bring her to TriNoma because the mall is very accessible, and there’s always parking. Plus, mom gets to visit her favorite stores too!
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Twelve-year-old Kianna Mercado loves to dance! An incoming grade 7 student, Kianna likes meeting up with her friends at TriNoma. She enjoys watching movies at the cinema, visiting Kamiseta, and getting treats at Red Mango. She loves summer vacations because she gets to spend more time with her friends and family.
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Carlos Miguel Ongoco, 8, is looking forward to their upcoming family vacation in Bataan, and spending some time amidst the sand and the sea. Apart from being an avid basketball player, he is also into collecting game cards. And so, when his family visits TriNoma, he insists that their first stop be at Comic Alley! Carlos is quite familiar with TriNoma as he is usually a participant at the yearly children’s fashion show.
QUALIMED FORMALLY OPENS IN TRINOMA Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) together with the Mercado General Hospital Inc. (MGHI) opened on February 19, the first of its line of medical facilities to be built into ALI’s various integrated, mixed-use developments all over the country. QualiMed Clinic, located at the ground level of TriNoma in Quezon City, is focused on providing primary preventive care, including industrial and occupational health care services, delivered by a well-trained medical team and assisted by advanced medical equipment and technology. The formal opening was led by (from L-R): Susan Lat RN, Corporate Treasurer, Daniel O. Mercado Medical Center; Soledad Mercado, Vice President for Corporate Marketing, MGHI; Edwin Mercado MD, President and CEO, MGHI; Tony Aquino, President and CEO, ALI; Zosimo Malabanan CPA, Chairman, Daniel O. Mercado Medical Center; David San Pedro, Head of Corporate Planning and International Business Group, ALI; Florencio Lat, Vice Chairman, Daniel O. Mercado Medical Center; and Dennis Mercado MD, Medical Director, Daniel O. Mercado Medical Center. QualiMed will soon open general hospitals with an estimated capacity of 100 to 150 beds at ALI’s integrated mixed-use developments such NUVALI, Atria Park District in Iloilo, Altaraza in Bulacan, and North Point in Negros.
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vibe events THE 1975 MARCH 29, 2014 Thousands sang along and rocked out to English alternative rock band The 1975 in their first mall tour in the Philippines.
MAJA SALVADOR MARCH 30, 2014 Hailed as the Dance Princess, Maja Salvador gave an all-out performance in the launch of her debut studio album, “Believe”, under Ivory Music.
SARAH GERONIMO FEBRUARY 15, 2014
CAPITAL CITIES JANUARY 12, 2014 As the first major mall event of the year, indie pop duo Capital Cities kicked off 2014 with a bang as they ignited one big dance party at the TriNoma Activity Center.
The Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo serenaded the audience with classic OPM love songs and current chart-toppers in her postValentine concert in TriNoma.
LEE MIN HO FUN MEET MARCH 23, 2014 Excited fans gave a warm Pinoy welcome to Bench Globalsetter Lee Min Ho as he returned to Manila for a series of fan encounters for one of the country’s leading retail brands.
“STARTING OVER AGAIN” MALL SHOW FEBRUARY 7, 2014
UPCOMING EVENTS
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• Mother’s Day: May 11, 2014 • Green Light Sale: May 30 to June 2, 2014 • Adventure Time Live!: June 7 to 8, 2014
The record-breaking romantic comedy proved to be an early hit as supporters eagerly attended the cast’s mall appearance featuring lead actor Piolo Pascual and Iza Calzado.
behind the scenes
Making Diners Happy The staff of California Pizza Kitchen tell us why they love their work.
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That her last name means happiness may be the reason why it’s such a joy to talk to Catherina P. Maligaya. CPK TriNoma’s kitchen shift leader, Catherina has been with the food company for the past 15 years. “CPK is like my home,” she says. Catherina started out a line cook, but was soon promoted into a supervisorial position. She says, “I lasted this long because it’s fun at CPK.” Her work load, she adds, doesn’t seem heavy at all because they help each other out at the branch. They work together like a family. It also helps that TriNoma is very accessible, and so going to work is never an issue. She adds, “There are a lot of opportunities for growth in CPK.”
MILO
Milo V. Sunga, storekeeper, started out as a busboy, taking away the plates and cleaning the tables the minute the guests leave. When management discovered that he had exemplary computer skills, he was quickly offered another position. Today, Milo is the storekeeper and he’s in charge of ordering stocks, monitoring inventory and managing costs. Milo couldn’t be happier to work for an organization that rewards hard work and talent. At CPK TriNoma, he adds, they are like a family. When there’s a problem, everybody pitches in to make things work. He is particularly happy to be posted in TriNoma as it is very near his home and offers a lot of options for leisure and entertainment. He says, “I like hanging out in TriNoma.”
In his two years of working at CPK TriNoma, Levie P. Calma, certified server, will forever remember the one time that his guests wrote him a note of gratitude. It was around Christmas, and a couple was celebrating at CPK. After their meal, the guests wrote Levie a note, thanking him for the wonderful service and promising to come back soon. Levie was thrilled. He kept the note, and the couple did eventually come back to dine at CPK once again. That’s just one of the many things that Levie likes about working at CPK TriNoma. He also enjoys the many training programs that the international brand offers as well as the good camaraderie that he and his colleagues share. He says, “It’s like we are a family. There’s a mother, a father, Kuya, and Ate.” He particularly likes being assigned to TriNoma as it is near his home. When he gets to spend leisure time with his nephews and nieces, he brings them to Timezone for some much-needed playtime.
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