"Asia's Got Talent" Premiers Next Month. Can You Guess Who Are The Judges?

I am not really fond of watching TV shows, however I love watching reality-based talent shows especially the auditions because it can either leave you in awe, laughing or shaking your head. Since the current show I am following has finished their blind auditions, I got excited learning that another show will premier next month. 

AXN announced that "Asia's Got Talent" will premier on March 12, 2015. This will be aired in Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Hongkong, Jakarta and Bangkok. That's approximately 5 weeks from today. 

Can you guess who are the judges?

The panel of judges are great. This includes: 

1. 16 time Grammy-winning Canadian musician David Foster

2. UK pop sensation and former Spice Girl Melanie C.

3. Indonesian rock icon Anggun,

4. Taiwanese-American pop idol and actor Van Ness Wu 

This will be hosted by Marc Nelson and Rovilson Fernandez. 

“Asia’s Got Talent” is the 63rd adaptation of the Guinness-World-Record-breaking hit “Got Talent” format, which was created by Simon Cowell’s Syco Entertainment and is co-produced by FremantleMedia. The “Got Talent” format is officially the most successful reality TV format in history and currently airs in 186 countries.  Thousands of applicants from 15 different territories in Asia are expected to join and this will run in a span of 10 weeks. 

Prizes worth up to US$100,000 are at stake, along with the opportunity for the winner to return and perform at Asia’s leading entertainment destination. 

The inaugural season of “Asia’s Got Talent” on AXN is proudly presented by Marina Bay Sands, Big Cola, Pantene, Caltex and Jetstar. 

So, are you excited to watch the most jaw-dropping, mind-blowing and breath-taking performances? 

"Asia's Got Talent" will be aired on Thursdays at 8.05pm (SG, MY, PH, HK) / 7.05pm (JKT, BKK) starting March 12. 

How to avoid long lines at BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands)?

Banks had been helping us in many ways. Aside from securing our hard earned cash, it has also provided personal and business loans, credit allowances, remittance and a lot more banking products and services. 

However, whether we admit it or not, going to the bank is such a hassle. With limited banking hours, it would really take much of our time to get our transactions completed. They have offer online banking and automated teller machines however, it has its own disadvantages and issues such as security breaches and ATM skimming. So, for people like me, I still prefer the old practice of using a passbook and transacting with a bank teller. 

Good thing that my bank which is the Bank of the Philippine Islands is now offering EXPRESS ASSIST which made me say goodbye to long lines inside the bank. It is where you can set an appointment before you actually go to the bank. Just log in to your BPI online account. 

Source: www.bpiexpressonline.com

Go to Other Services and select BPI Express Assist Online.Then, choose "Schedule an appointment"

You just have to follow 3 easy steps: 

1. Select Branch

2. Select Appointment Date

3. Select Appointment Time

After, you will be asked to enter what type of transaction, account number and amount. 

Once you submit, you will be given a confirmation number. This is the same number that will be called (the one flashing on the screen inside the bank) when it is your turn. 

This is really one great service of BPI because ever since I started using it, I only spend an average of 10-15 minutes inside the bank. No more long lines for me. 

How about you? Have you tried it? Share your experience. 

Chopstop: A Feel Good Place To Eat

Whenever loneliness strikes, some people have these unique cravings to ease the feeling. Some may resort to music and retail therapy while others opt to divulge their sadness in eating.

This coping mechanism gave birth to such things called "comfort food." These are food that makes us feel good and happy. It may be as simple as your favorite hotdog, chocolate or ice cream.

Personally, my "comfort food" is anything fried. (I know it's sinful.) Fried chicken and pork chops are on top of my list.

So, I was so happy to discover Chopstop in Fairview Terraces because they serve delicious and affordable fried chicken and pork chops. 

Aside from value meals, they also have a group meal good for 4 persons.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/chopstopco

The Chops Blowout includes:  

4 servings of chops
4 side dishes
1 buffalo wings platter
4 plain rice
4 drinks

You can either choose pork or chicken chops and since, it was only me and Val. We decided to get two (2) pork chops and (2) chicken chops. You can also choose the sauce for your chops. It can be bacon and cheese, BBQ, tonkatsu, gravy or chili.

As mentioned, the group meal also comes with four (4) side dishes. Your choices are either buttered veggies or coleslaw. We prefer the latter. 

Since I am not a fan of spicy food, we requested to have the dip of the buffalo wings on the side. Basically, it is just like plain fried chicken. It was cooked just right. No blood but with the right amount of juiciness. 

We definitely enjoyed the meal for only Php 619. 

Chopstop also offers pulled pork, meatloaf, fish chops, pasta, sandwiches, mugcakes and a whole lot more. You may also take advantage of their all-day unlimited margarita promo at Php 149. 

So, whenever you're a bit lonely or simply hungry, heed out to chopstop. 

For more details about their promotions and other branches, check out their facebook page. 

Free Gifts and Giveaways for New or Expectant Mommies

Did you just give birth?  Are you expecting and have a few weeks to go? 

If yes, then let me share to you a list of online promotions currently available - just for you. 

1. OBI Baby

Get a chance to win tie tie-side and pajama sets by simply registering to OBI's Mommy Club. 

You may register via this link. 

Source: https://www.facebook.com/ObiBabies

2.  Huggies PH 

Get a free sampler pack from Huggies. It includes 4 pcs of Huggies Dry Pants and all you have to do is to register here

https://www.facebook.com/huggiesph 

3. EQ Diapers 

They offer a pregnancy sampler kit just for expectant moms in their EQ Expecting Promo. All you need to do is register and submit the right documents such as your OB Gyne's details.You may register by visiting their website.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/EQDiapers

4.  The Asian Parent .com

The Asian Parent.com features a product review and raffle promo for Baby World.  Ten (10)  lucky moms will win Php 2000 worth of baby products. 

Source: http://ph.theasianparent.com/babyworld-product-review/

This will include 1 Silicone finger toothbrush, 1 Travel breast pump in a box, 1 Brush and comb set, 1 Multi-purpose change mat, a box of disposable bibs (6 pcs.), 1 Nappy liner (30 pcs), 1 Nasal aspirator, 1 Milk powder container, 1 Powder case with puff, 2 pcs of Perstaltic wideneck nipple for bottles, 1 8 oz wide neck feeding bottle, 8 pieces of wash cloth, 1 Cotsheet and 3 pieces of 12 oz Wide neck feeding bottle.

For more details, visit The Asian Parent's website. 

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No purchase required for all the featured promotions. Terms and Conditions are subject to change without prior notice and shall be sole discretion of the organizers. This post is made for announcement purposes and shall not be responsible for the fulfillment of the items or samples.  All concerns and questions should be made directly to the organizers.