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Savor Asia in Every Bite: Heybo Launches Two New Seasonal Bos

***Shilin Lights and Jalan-Jalan are best enjoyed with Heybo’s sodas (available in 2 flavors: Calamansi and Raspberry).***

Known for serving wholesome, flavorful bowls that blend global inspiration with local freshness, Heybo is redefining fast casual dining in the Philippines. With a focus on nutritious ingredients, bold flavors, and a playful approach to food, Heybo has become a go-to for diners seeking meals that are both healthy and exciting.

Inspired by Shilin Night Market in Taipei, the Shilin Lights Bo offers light, savory flavors with Heybo’s signature Char-grilled Steak, Taiwanese Cucumber Salad, Roasted Pumpkin Dip, Crispy Wonton, and Ginger Plum Vinaigrette.

Starting this August 26th, they’re inviting food lovers on a culinary journey across Asia with the launch of two new limited-time Bos: Shilin Lights and Jalan-Jalan. Inspired by Asia’s vibrant street food culture, these bowls capture the spirit of travel and food adventures: bringing bold flavors, wholesome ingredients, and balanced nutrition together in every serving.

Jalan-Jalan, from the Malay phrase for “stroll” or “food trip,” features an adventurous mix of grilled prawns, sweet potato noodles, and other fresh ingredients finished with a tangy laksa vinaigrette.

Shilin Lights pays tribute to the bustling Shilin Night Market in Taipei. Built on a base of sweet potato noodles, this bowl combines char-grilled steak, soft-boiled egg, grilled mushrooms, and Taiwanese cucumber salad with a roasted pumpkin dip and crispy wonton for texture. A drizzle of ginger plum vinaigrette ties it all together, creating a light yet savory balance that’s both satisfying and fresh.

***Heybo’s new Asian-inspired Seasonal Bo’s capture the spirit of travel and food adventures: bringing together bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.***

Meanwhile, Jalan-Jalan draws inspiration from the Malay phrase for “stroll” or “food trip,” evoking the joy of casual culinary adventures in Kuala Lumpur or Singapore. Featuring grilled prawns, soft-boiled egg, bean sprout salad, avocado edamame dip, and furikake over sweet potato noodles, it’s finished with a tangy laksa vinaigrette that delivers a savory, zesty kick.

***Food adventures are best enjoyed together: Shilin Lights and Jalan-Jalan are available both in-store and delivery starting August 26, 2025.***

Both bowls are protein-packed, wholesome options designed to excite both loyal Heybo fans and first-time diners. With their unique travel-inspired flavors, they highlight Heybo’s commitment to keeping its menu fresh, adventurous, and globally inspired while staying true to its promise of healthy yet delicious meals.

For a limited time only, diners can enjoy Shilin Lights and Jalan-Jalan in-store at Heybo’s locations in Central Square BGC, One Ayala, SM Podium, and Estancia, or conveniently order them for delivery through GrabFood or Foodpanda.

ABOUT HEYBO Heybo is a fast-casual restaurant concept serving bold, feel-good food inspired by global flavors. Known for its signature Bo’s — hearty bowls packed with delicious proteins, grains, and vibrant veggies — Heybo brings nourishment and excitement to every meal. Beyond bowls, the menu features creative baos, house-made sodas, oat milk coffees, and better-for-you sides and desserts. Each Heybo store is designed to feel like a sunny escape, offering a warm, inviting space where anyone can eat well and feel even better. With a mission to bring “Sunshine in a Bowl” to every community it serves, HeyBo is redefining what mindful comfort food can be. Visit us: heybo.ph | IG: @heyboph | facebook.com/heyboph

Inside The Metro PR and Marketing 8/27/25 Inside The Metro PR and Marketing 8/27/25

A Warm Hug in Every Bite: SaladStop! Launches Wild Wild Chicken and Opens New SM Pampanga Store

As the rainy season continues, SaladStop! invites everyone to cozy up to its newest limited-time offering: the Wild Wild Chicken Warm Protein Bowl—a fresh, satisfying, and protein-packed dish designed to warm you up from the inside out.

***San Fernando, get ready to step into freshness — SaladStop!’s newest branch at SM City Pampanga is ready to welcome you with its wholesome, flavorful menu.***

Available starting August 26, the Wild Wild Chicken bowl is everything you’d want on a gloomy day—comforting, hearty, and full of herby flavors. This seasonal Warm Protein Bowl features a delicious mix of BBQ Roasted Chicken, warm quinoa, romaine, charred corn, cheddar, avocado, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh coriander, all brought together by a light Chimichurri dressing.

Cozy up with the hearty Wild Wild Chicken bowl, a delicious mix of BBQ Roasted Chicken, warm quinoa, romaine, charred corn, cheddar, avocado, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh coriander, all brought together by a light Chimichurri dressing.

With 30 grams of protein, it’s the ideal bowl for those who want a filling, nourishing meal without compromising on taste.

The Wild Wild Chicken bowl will be available at all SaladStop! locations (excluding ADB branch). Fans can also order it through GrabFood and Foodpanda, or plan their week ahead by including it in their Daily Bowls by SaladStop! subscription—a convenient 3- or 5-day meal delivery service that offers premium, chef-curated bowls straight to your doorstep.

And just in time for this launch, SaladStop! just opened its newest store at SM City Pampanga (San Fernando) last August 22 — bringing its signature “Eat Wide Awake” experience closer to diners in the North. Guests can now look forward to enjoying the Wild Wild Chicken bowl, along with SaladStop!’s other signature salads, wraps, and warm protein bowls, now available at the Pampanga branch.

Whether you’re craving something hearty for the rainy days or excited to try SaladStop!’s newest store, the Wild Wild Chicken Warm Protein Bowl is here to give you that much-needed warm hug in every bite.

Good Eats Specialists Inc. (GESI) is the exclusive franchise holder of SaladStop! in the Philippines. Good Eats is a member of the SSI Group.

ABOUT SALADSTOP! SaladStop! is a fast-casual concept dedicated to serving fresh, honest food that fuels mindful living. Known for its customizable salads, wraps, warm protein bowls, and all-natural smoothies, SaladStop! empowers guests to Eat Wide Awake—with meals made from whole ingredients and bold, globally inspired flavors. The brand continues to expand its mission of conscious eating across Asia, offering nourishing options that don’t compromise on taste, variety, or sustainability. In the Philippines, SaladStop! is proudly operated by the SSI Group, bringing better eating choices to communities one bowl at a time. Visit us: saladstop.ph | IG: @saladstopph | facebook.com/saladstopph | Try SaladStop!’s 3 to 5-day Meal Subscription here: saladstop.pickup.ph

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DEL MONTE LAUNCHES “NUTRI-LICIOUS” ADVOCACY TO FIGHT MALNUTRITION THROUGH EVERYDAY FAMILY MEALS

As part of its centennial celebration anchored on the theme of Nourishing Goodness, Del Monte Philippines launches the Nutri-licious advocacy—a nationwide effort that empowers moms to serve affordable, nutritious meals that can help address malnutrition in Filipino households.

1 in 4 Filipino Children Face Stunted Growth

Faced with 1 in 4 Filipino children under five affected by stunted growth*—a condition hindering a child’s health, development and future potential—the 'Nutri-licious' advocacy aims to make nutritious meals accessible. Partnering with the Philippine Stakeholders for Nutrition and Dietetics (PSND), a network of over 1,000 licensed nutritionists, Del Monte has developed easy, budget-friendly meals, each under Php200. The partnership with PSND will further strengthen the science behind our advocacy and expand our reach in educating more Filipino communities on the importance of including nutritious meals in our everyday lives.

Helping Moms Cook Nutritious Family Meals for Under Php200

At the heart of Nutri-licious is the belief that healthy family meals don’t have to be expensive. Del Monte features complete recipes that cost less than Php200 to serve a family of 4-5 using ingredients already familiar to Filipino households—like Del Monte Tomato Sauce, Pineapple Solids, and 100% Pineapple Juice with Vitamins A-C-E.

• Del Monte Tomato Sauce is powered by LycoNutrients™—a blend of lycopene, iodine, and vitamins A and C that support everyday wellness.

• Del Monte Packaged Pineapples (Tidbits and Chunks), dubbed as the “Superfruit ng mga Ulam,” are rich in vitamin C and fiber, helping boost immunity while enhancing dishes with their signature asim-tamis flavor

• Del Monte Pineapple Juice ACE delivers “PinaPhyto-Five” benefits—anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer, and neuroprotective properties, based on research by the University of San Agustin.

To support this advocacy of bringing Nutri-licious family meals from the kitchen to the nation, we will be leveraging the Del Monte’s Kitchenomics platform, a long-time ally of Filipino moms. Recipes will be housed in Del Monte Kitchenomics along with a QR code linking to Nutri-licious recipes will appear on campaign materials for moms to be able to recreate them for their families.

(L-R) Chef Geo Punsalan , Member, Nutrition Council, Del Monte Culinary Solutions Kitchen / Alvin Manalansan - Vice President, Philippine Stakeholders for Nutrition and Dietetics / Sharon Tanganco Chief Marketing Officer Del Monte Philippines / Ms. Iris Uy , Chief Scientific officer and R&D Head of Del Monte Philippines / Ms. Kate Demetrio , Nutritionist- Dietitian Del Monte Philippines

A Centennial Commitment to Nourishing the Health of Filipinos

Nutri-licious is more than an advocacy—it reflects Del Monte’s 100-year commitment to Nourishing Goodness in every Filipino home. It marks the start of a bigger movement to make nutritious meals a daily habit—one mom, one meal, and one family at a time.