From party food to gift shopping, here’s how to truly prepare for the season
...BUT FIRST!
Declutter and organize your home to make space for all the festivities
SEASON FOR GIVING The best gifts that people will actually need and want
• Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky • Jim Beam White • Cruzan Aged Rum Dark • Cruzan Aged Rum Light • Horoyoi Tasting Pack • Suntory Roku Gin
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Give a toast to the holidays and the year ahead with a vast choice of bottles & beverages
• Chivas Regal 12YO • Chivas Regal Extra • Chivas Regal 18YO • Jameson Irish Whiskey • Glenlivet 12YO
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4 A Clean Slate The supplies and tools you need for a spotlessly clean home
70 Toast to the Holidays There’s that perfect bottle for that particular celebration, and the flowing drinks that will keep the party going
28 Stock Up Your Pantry Prepare for the biggest celebrations of the season by making sure you have all you need to cook up a feast
76 Early Risers Make houseguests and balikbayans feel the Filipino hospitality with breakfast made fresh every day
34 Wrap ‘Em Up A worry-free gift guide to finish your Christmas list once and for all
50 Festive Feasts Serve a variety of delectable dishes to your family and friends that they will never forget
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83 Extra Essentials A good host is one who goes above and beyond in taking care of their guests. Be that host with these extra ideas to make anyone feel right at home
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In a country where Christmas carols are sung on the first day of September, and holiday decors are brought out right after Halloween, it comes as no surprise that Filipinos love this time of the year where parties abound, gifts are exchanged, and food is overflowing. The home is oftentimes at the center of celebrations, which is why the first step to take when party planning is to create a clean slate. Decluttering makes room for the things that matter, and since it is the season of giving, it also gives you the opportunity to donate what you no longer need to others. Once you’ve prepared your space and cleaned up every nook and cranny, it becomes the perfect canvas for your holiday gatherings. The hospitality of the Filipino people is known all over the world. We go above and beyond to make others feel welcome, whether it be opening doors to balikbayans or houseguests, or throwing the best dinner party or family reunion. We at S&R value your traditions, and the time and effort you spend making this season of merriment better and brighter with every year. There is a bountiful selection of choices for everything you would need for the holidays, from gifts for everyone on your list, to what to serve during Noche Buena. And you can rest easy knowing that each item in S&R was carefully selected and will meet your standards. Our buyers head out all over the world to search for products and brands that live up to our reputation of high-quality, world-class offerings, found all in one place. This is so we could provide you with a hassle-free, efficient, and delightful shopping experience every time—even during the Christmas rush! We hope during this holiday season, you will enjoy finding all you need and want in S&R. We feel blessed to be part of your holidays!
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Be efficient with your cleaning time
Switching to a different product for every task will take up too much time. Most cleaning products nowadays are for a multitude of uses, and are created to clean several kinds of surfaces and products that are commonly found in the same room. Use a glass cleaner to target from windows to delicate vases.
Domex • Multi-purpose Cleaner (Lemon) • Ultra Thick Bleach
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Check for tough stains on curtains, linens, and clothes.
If you’re unfamiliar with how to treat a stain on a certain fabric, treat a small portion of the piece before going head on with clean up. Find yourself a bleach that is safe to use even on colored fabrics—meaning, it won’t make that horrible brown or white splotch, or let colors fade out. Zonrox ColorSafe (Blossom Fresh)
A newly decluttered home must also be a spotless, germ-free home. Your items that spark joy deserve a clean space!
Be extra thorough with every inch. Pay attention to the spaces.
After decluttering, you’re probably surprised on how much space there’s left in your home, or marveled on how much floor space you actually have left. Floors are used on a daily basis, so they need to be cleaned out of the grime and dirt brought in from outside. If you have an outdoor porch, balcony, or anything that is exposed to the elements, use specialized tools, like a plastic deck brush, to keep the flooring as clean and pristine as possible. Universal • Aluminum Handle with Mop • Plastic Deck Brush
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Run through everything with a damp cloth, followed by a dry cloth, to remove dust. Follow it with a specialized cleaner, depending on the surface, such as a window cleaner or wood polisher. Whether you’re using pieces of cloth, a sponge or a scrub pad will depend on what item you’re cleaning—match the surface to the cleaning tool. Do not use any rough cleaning tool on surfaces or materials that could get chipped or scratched by the cleaning tool. After cleaning all surfaces, give your floors a good sweep. Scotch-Brite • Walis Tibay • Anti-bacterial Scrub Sponge
Vernel Lavender and Wild Rose refills
A Fresh & Clean Start With the many things you need to do during this time of the year, you need cleaning agents that can keep up with you this entire holiday season. Doing household chores is relaxing for some, stressful for most—but it needs to be done, even more so now that the holiday season is here.
Perwoll Liquid Detergent with Vernel Blue Sky refill
Vernel Anti-Microbial Fabric Conditioner with Lavender refill
Member’s Value • Fabric Softener Easy Iron • Powder Laundry Detergent • Liquid Laundry Detergent • Dishwashing Liquid
Accomplishing your long household to-do list is a matter of “divide and conquer”. Setting aside time to do it all, including purchasing the cleaning agents you need, will make the tasks at hand more manageable. Take a trip to S&R and find yourself all the cleaning agents you need. Buying each product in bulk ensures you’re getting big savings, and you won’t run out of what you need mid-chore. That saves you much time and effort in the long run!
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Back to Basics Once you’ve emptied out your closets, kept only what makes you happy, and gave away what you don’t need to charity, some pieces might need to be included in your next laundry day. Not sure how to tackle that load? Here are the basics.
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aundry day—most avoid it like the plague, while a select some find it therapeutic. Whichever side you’re on, both would agree doing laundry is an inescapable and necessary chore. If you’re the type of person who needs to find the motivation to do laundry, let’s accept facts—there will never come a time wherein you will be in the mood to do laundry. Setting aside time during the week, like two hours on a Sunday morning for example, would help strengthen your commitment. Schedule around the task, and move the timeslot if necessary, but sticking to a specific day and time would establish the habit, making it easier to accomplish. Eliminating all excuses to avoid laundry day also lies in having complete and enough supplies within reach. Take stock of what
Ariel • Liquid Detergent 900g (Soft & Gentle) • Powder Detergent 8.5kg Tide Laundry Powder with Downy 10kg Downy Expert Liquid Fabric Conditioner (Kontra Kulob) Joy Dishwashing Liquid 600ml (Anti-bac & Lemon)
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you have at home, and during the next grocery shopping day, buy your laundry detergent, softener, and the like in bulk. It makes more sense to buy these household supplies in big sizes, since there will always be a need for them.
If you’re adding fabric softener and the like, double check your load to make sure what is included are fabrics that would need fabric softener. While the washing machine is going, tackle your delicates and handwash according to each piece’s instructions.
Much like in cooking, wherein you gather and prepare all of the ingredients before anything else, it’s the same way when doing laundry. Beyond the piles of clothes and sorting them out by whites, colors, and delicates, read the instructions of your cleaning supplies carefully so that you’ll know how much to use per load, and which cleaning agent is for in the washing machine.
While doing your own laundry may sound like a meticulous process, it’s made easier— and perhaps, even more enjoyable!—when you have the right system in place, and the supplies you need at the ready.
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Keeping it Together Purchasing organizers must come after decluttering, not the other way around.
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aybe you’ve seen organizers, such as shelves or a chest of drawers, and thought to yourself on how amazing it would look in your home. But the ideal scenario would be is to declutter first, then scout for the perfect organizers to store your things. As the saying goes, “Everything in its place, and a place for everything.” You will have better luck achieving that when you refine your focus to what you need.
What are the things to consider when looking for the perfect organizers? The size and quantity of the items, of course, but another thing is if it will fit into the space that you’re thinking of putting it. There are specialized home items now like Seville Classics that will help you organize every nook and cranny of your home, from shelving that will perfectly fit into that empty wall in your office, to a toy bin organizer that will encourage your little one to independently get and pack away by his or herself.
Bamboo Top Chef’s Table
12-bin Toy Organizer
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Bring Life Back to your Living Room Getting your home ready for Christmas takes a little more than dusting. Create a spic and span home that’s safe as well.
GET CRYSTAL CLEAR. Murky, dusty windows or cloudy vases are tattletales about how long it’s been since you’ve given the living room a deep cleaning. Find yourself a product that is made especially to get glass sparkling clear with just one spray and sweep.
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Mr. Muscle Glass & Multi-surface Cleaner
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PROTECT THE SPACE FROM MOSQUITOES. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, and creating a safe space for guests includes keeping the mosquitoes and other pesky insects away. Time your “insectproofing” a day before guests arrive, to give the smell some time to fade. Baygon Total Insect Killer (Waterbased)
Baygon Multi Insect Killer (Odorless)
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SET A SCENT WITHOUT SACRIFICING SAFETY. When you don’t have the luxury of time and your guests are due to arrive in an hour or two (or they’re already at your door), there are insect repellents in the market that are virtually free of odor, giving you the perks of safety without the distinct smell.
KEEP THE ROOM SMELLING FRESH ALL DAY. Once everything is in order and has been thoroughly cleaned and dusted, keep the clean smell going with your scent of choice. With the holidays comes cooler climate, which means you can choose richer, bolder scents to waft through the room.
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Glade Automatic (Ocean Escape)
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PRO TIP
Tidying up a few minutes a day wi ll keep the clutte r and dirt from building up
Create a Cozy Bedroom
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BLANKET A fluffy comforter, a warm quilt, or a fleece blanket—cover ups are based on personal preference, and naturally the usual temperature of the bedroom. Don’t forget to find your linens in the color or design that you want, of course!
Coming home and unwinding after a long day is made better when your bedroom is your sanctuary. Rethink what you need to have inside the bedroom, and what you can do without.
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leaning out your bedroom, from the bed to the appliances, can bring out a few surprises. A bedroom should invoke the feeling of rest and relaxation the moment one steps inside, but oftentimes, it’s anything but that. It’s in the bedroom where you sometimes finish your work, where you catch up on the news on TV, or scroll through social media on your phone. Truth of the matter is, the bedroom was made solely for the purpose of sleeping, and all other activities are distractions from getting a good night’s rest. After decluttering your bedroom from all the unnecessary things (including transferring the television and all electronics out of the bedroom), these are what you need to have quality zzz’s.
Allure Corduroy Body Pillows
BED PILLOWS The kind and number of pillows are up to you. Some can live with two big pillows, some need five different kinds. Whatever the case, rethink if you actually use all of the existing on your bed, or if you’ll be needing to purchase any additional ones.
Allure Bath Rug
Luxury Throw
Charisma Bath and Hand Towel Sets
BATHROOM RUGS AND TOWELS Complementing colors of room accessories makes a room look well-planned and made. Particularly, neutral colors give off a relaxing mood. Countdown to Christmas
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Wipe Not? You never realize how important tissue paper is until you’re horrified to be in a situation when you desperately need one, even just a piece! Here are the places in your home where you definitely need to be well-stocked.
Unbeatable savings await you in S&R! Because of our buying practices, you can find what you need at the prices you want.
BEDROOM Usually found by the vanity table or the bedside table, choose the best facial tissue with the most ply that you can find. You wouldn’t want rough surfaces to scratch your delicate skin.
GUEST BATHROOM OR POWDER ROOM Throwing a party in your home means your guests need to be comfortable and feel welcome. Stash a roll or two of tissue in the guest bathroom, ready to be of service.
S&R Bathroom Tissue
S&R Jumbo Roll Tissue
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Velvety Soft Bathroom Tissue
Kleenex Facial Tissue
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Create a Germ-Free Home for your Babies Yes you may have babyproofed your home and kept all breakables out of reach, but every child deserves a home that is safe and clean at all times. Here’s how to have one.
Get some fresh air For those who live in the city, keeping the windows closed keeps out dust and pollution, but being in an air-conditioned room most of the time dries out the air. Add moisture to the room with a cool mist diffuser. Being able to drop in your choice of essential oils is a major plus. Crane • Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier • Cool Mist Aroma Diffuser
Eradicate viruses and germs in seconds The pesky thing about germs and viruses is they’re invisible to the naked eye, unlike dust and insects. Get rid of what you can’t see with a trusted disinfectant spray that’s safe for all ages. Pay close attention to spraying in hidden corners. Mortein Multi-insect Killer
Be mindful over your baby’s cleaning supplies If your child is bottle fed, it’s important to clean every part of the baby bottle, teat, and cover as thoroughly as possible with a cleanser that’s chemical-free and made of ingredients that’s safe for your child.
Cradle Natural Bottle & Nipple Cleanser
Find a strong but gentle laundry detergent Your baby’s skin can easily get scratched or get an allergic reaction if they come into contact with harmful or rough ingredients. A special laundry detergent made for your baby’s skin will keep clothes clean, but also make it soft, comfortable, and safe to wear.
Lysol Disinfectant Spray (Early Morning Breeze)
Cycles Mild Laundry Detergent
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Say No to Kitchen Clutter The kitchen is undisputedly one of the most cluttered rooms in the home. Get it cleaned up and organized with Seville Classics before the holiday frenzy sets in.
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hen it comes to the kitchen, the ready excuse to why it’s messy or disorganized is because it’s always used, that by the time you get it cleaned up, you need to mess it up all over again—so why put in all that effort?
Besides the grocery list, make a separate “eat me first!” list for all the items nearing their expiry date, and post it in a place you’ll get to read on a daily basis, like the cupboard door. This will help you create meals that revolve around these particular items.
Most restaurants, to fast food chains to the swankiest restaurants, adhere to the “Clean As You Go” principle. Which means, whether you’re doing food prep or plating, you clean up messes as they happen.
Same goes for the contents inside the refrigerator. Throw out anything expired, and make an “eat me first” list, too. You may want to take advantage of the empty refrigerator and give it a good cleaning, while you’re at it.
Naturally, the more things there are inside your kitchen, the more things can be included in the chaos, so the first step to take is to declutter.
Once you’ve emptied out the kitchen for food, the rest— kitchenware, utensils, and the like—will be easier. Be on the lookout to donate or throw out any worn out supplies.
Always start with the food. Check all the cupboards for expired items, and set aside those that are nearing their “best before” date. Those items will need to be front and center, within eyesight, so you’ll remember to use those up first.
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Mesh Drawer Organizer
Bronze Stackable Bin Organizer
For what’s left in your kitchen, find kitchen organizers that will keep everything together, and give a place for everything. It’s best if they are see through, easy to clean, and can easily fit into the nooks and crannies of your kitchen.
S&R brings in some of the best imported brands to the Philippines, so you don’t need to scout all over the world for the quality goods you deserve to have in your home.
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3-pc Set Organizer
Clean, Cold, and Organized A good, perfectly working refrigerator is crucial for all your holiday cooking to go smoothly. When was the last time you cleaned the refrigerator? Doing a thorough cleaning isn’t only to make room for new items or to work with a clean slate, it’s also to help the refrigerator work in tiptop shape.
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Clever Chillers
Scouting for a new refrigerator? Find one that’s perfect for your family’s growing needs.
SIDE SHELVES Keep water and drinks, such as juices, here. Because of the ever changing temperatures of the swinging door, don’t keep dairy and eggs here.
TOP SHELF Keep those that you want to grab and go in a hurry, like drinks, leftovers, and other ready to eat food. LOWER SHELVES Keep eggs, milk, and dairy here for its steady temperature. Raw meat that you’ll be cooking within a few hours can be kept here as well.
FREEZER SHELVES Pack items in airtight, stackable containers to avoid cross contamination
CRISPER DRAWERS Keep fruits and vegetables separate, in their individually wrapped containers, to keep them fresher for longer.
FREEZE MORE GOODS Lengthen the shelf life of bread, pasta sauce, even eggs by storing it inside the freezer.
Whirlpool 8.5 cu. ft. Refrigerator
Whirlpool 21 cu. ft. Refrigerator
Leave It to the Professionals Because we understand that homes have different needs, restaurant-quality appliances are found in S&R too.
Whirpool Top Load Washing Machine
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Fujidenzo Upright Chiller
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An Upgrade for Every Home
Balikbayans as houseguests, family members visiting for the holidays, or a long overdue upgrade of the home—whatever the reason may be, once you get used to these top of the line appliances, there’s no going back! Sure you can have your laundry done outside, but how sure are you of the quality? Make laundry day a breeze with a new washing machine. LG Top Load Washing Machine
Hyundai Window Type Air Conditioner
The weather nowadays has been as unpredictable as ever. Control the temperature at all times with an air conditioner.
LG 24 cu. ft. Refrigerator
LG 43 inch Smart TV
A separate ice dispenser and a seethrough window—that’s just some of the amazing features of this double door refrigerator. It will make you wonder on how you’ve gone through life without these features for so long!
Once you go for a Smart TV, you’re never going back! Movie days and bingewatching series on this Smart TV will make you want to stay indoors all throughout your vacation days!
Hyundai Stainless Steel Hob
Cooking is all fun and games until it’s time to do clean up! A stainless steel hob makes cleaning up quick and painless, though. A few swipes and you’re done in seconds!
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Is Your Home Ready for Your Guests? After creating the best, most comfortable bed for your houseguest, think about going the extra mile by providing them with some little luxuries that they will definitely appreciate.
Sharp Air Purifier with Mosquito Catcher
TOP QUALITY BRANDS At S&R, you’ll surely find top quality appliances and the latest styles from the world’s trusted brands.
Sharp 50 inch HD TV
Sharp Top Load Washing Machine
Sharp Air Purifier with Mosquito Catcher
Sharp Party Speaker
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place for everything, everything in its place—that’s a mantra that every household must have when it comes to decluttering and organizing your home. What’s often not applied here are appliances. You might think that the more the merrier, but that doesn’t necessarily ring true, no matter how much
A great consideration when purchasing appliances is if it will fit your home not just aesthetically, but will literally fit into your home. No matter how big or compact your home may be, how much space an appliance will take up must be a priority. square footage you can use up. Unfortunately, having a place for everything while you have a ton of clutter inside your home will still make it look messy, no matter how many times you keep it organized. The best approach to take is to declutter, and choose only the appliances you will use often. Treat each inch of your home as
valuable real estate—because it is! If you can do with more compact appliances, the better. If you would rather purchase the bigger appliances, check if you have the space for it, if you’ll actually use the appliance to its full capacity, and if it’s worth the investment. If it’s a resounding yes to everything, then make that purchase!
Dowell Air Conditioner
Dowell 16 inch Desk Fan
Dowell 16 inch Stand Fan
Dowell Double Gas Burner
Dowell Single Gas Burner
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Fan Favorites
Give your air conditioner a break from time to time and bring out the fans. Paired with the cool Christmas breeze, the ventilation in your home will be at its peak.
TecnoGas 2 Gas Burner
Westinghouse 20in Stand Fan
Dream Kitchen There’s no such thing as slaving away in the kitchen all day when you have these appliances ready to keep up with all the cooking you’ll be doing this Christmas time!
Westinghouse 20in Floor Fan TecnoGas Gas Range
Making Life Easy Where would we be without these electronic wonders?
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hen it comes to household appliances, how many is too many? While others would subscribe to the thinking that as long as there’s still space to store it somewhere, then it’s still not too much. But decluttering is clear about this—when something takes up that space, you waste the opportunity for something that you love to take up that space instead. Follow this rule of thumb when purchasing electronics: If it saves you precious time and effort when cooking or cleaning in the house, then it’s worth the space it’s taking up. After all, the time and effort you save can be put into how you would really love to spend your time on.
Philips Digital Air Fryer
Kärcher Household Vacuum Cleaner Kärcher Steam Cleaner
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Practical Presents Give the gift that keeps on giving! Small kitchen appliances are not reserved as housewarming gifts for newlyweds. In fact, it will make great presents for anyone with a kitchen. No matter the cooking expertise of your home cook—or lack thereof—appliances nowadays are quick and easy to use in seconds.
Küchenluxe 3-in-1 Multi-Cooker
Küchenluxe 1.5L Rice Cooker
Coldfront Air Conditioner
Ways to Keep Cool Küchenluxe 2L E-Kettle
If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen! But with a portable air conditioner, you definitely can stick around!
Küchenluxe Electric Griller
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Kitchens are notorious for being hot, and it’s expected since—well, obviously there’s a lot of cooking going on, and cooking emits heat. While the exhaust and natural ventilation can lessen the heat and smoke happening while cooking, consider bringing in a portable air conditioner inside the kitchen. It makes for a more comfortable cooking time for you and everyone involved. Prop it against a wall and away from anything that will heat up, like the oven or the stove, to feel its full effects.
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Mason 3pc Oblong Bake Dish Set
Classic serving dishes in several sizes will be used for decades to come, and for all occasions.
Serving dishes need to come in standard sizes. For instant conversation pieces, get more casual, quirky serving dishes.
Mason 4pc Bakeware Set
Mason 3pc Jar-shaped Baker Set
Equip Your Kitchen
After cleaning out your kitchen, make a list of what you need to cook and serve. Here are a few essentials.
Made to Dine 35cm Oval Casserole with Glass Lid Made to Dine 35cm Rectangular Casserole with Glass Lid
Impeccable Service
The way you present your food is highly important. You wouldn’t want all that work to go to waste. Serving your star dishes in special ceramic serveware will keep your food warm, and beautifully presentable too for the dining table.
Made to Dine 26cm Double Casserole with Glass Lid
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Breakfast is Ready Mornings are some of the busiest times of the day, especially for those who make breakfast for a large household. Save yourself time and your sanity by getting appliances that cook breakfast at half the time, or one you can just leave and wait for it to cook.
Baumann Grind and Brew
Baumann Crepe Maker/Griddle
Baumann Smokeless Grill
Baumann Pressure Cooker
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Baumann Digital Air Fryer Oven
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For the Ones Who Have Everything Who wouldn’t want to find these under their tree? These appliances will fit in nicely in the homes of families who love to entertain, but also love to stay home and make their abode as cozy as possible.
Tylr Portable Boombox
Tylr Air Purifier
Tylr 2-in-1 Vacuum Cleaner Tylr Wine Chiller
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Christmas Wishlist
What about you—what’s on your Christmas list? Go ahead and treat yourself to what you want and need. This is the season to spoil yourself and splurge on what you’ve been keeping your eye on for the whole year!
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Samsung Soundbar Keep the volume all the way up! Samsung TV Crystal clear visual experience Samsung 65 inch 4K Smart TV Christmas vacation is all about time to relax—TV time included Samsung Smart Microwave Oven Making meals can’t be any quicker
Samsung 55 inch 4K Smart TV Movies will never be the same again
Samsung 55 inch Curved Smart TV Once you go curved, you’re never going back
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Samsung Refrigerator Enough to stock up for the season’s gatherings
Samsung Washing Machine Clean laundry in a jiffy
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Movie Nights with the Family The holidays can take a toll on the family, with so many gatherings and reunions to attend for the season. Take a breather and spend some time together. Here’s what will make family night, a night to remember. TIME IT PROPERLY Doing movie night right after dinner is the usual time, since one movie would be enough for the little ones to watch before bedtime. If you have the whole day for the family, why not make it a movie marathon and start right after breakfast? Instant staycation vibes!
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Philips 65 inch 4K Ultra Slim Smart LED TV
Philips 4K Ultra Slim Smart LED TV
Philips 32 inch Smart TV
SET THE MOOD To mimic your family’s favorite movie house, draw the curtains and keep it cool and dark. Bring out the pillows, comforters, and reclining chairs for the full experience!
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COME UP WITH A MOVIE LIST. Agree on a theme for the movie marathon. Will it be all Christmas classics? Contemporary films with Christmas-related scenes? Superhero movies? Talk it out and agree on what to watch—there must be something for everyone to enjoy!
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Breaking the Fast Who doesn’t love all-day breakfast? Quick to make and very filling, breakfast or even brunch is the most important meal of the day. Make breakfast that’s always worth waking up early to every day!
BRIKK 32 inch LED TV
BRIKK Breakfast Set
BRIKK Built-in Hob Gas Stove
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American Home Air Conditioner
Home for the Holidays
American Home Microwave Oven
Moving into your new home? S&R has all the appliances you need to complete all the rooms in your home, from the kitchen to the bedroom.
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oving into a new home, no matter the size or its location, is an exciting milestone for anyone, any couple, or any family. The excited feeling though is soon enough replaced with anxiety. Are you ready for the big move? Do you have everything you need to survive in your new place?
American Home Water Dispenser
Let’s quell those anxieties right now, and think about it this way: Your new home is a clean slate. And with clean slates, it makes for the perfect blank canvas to include only the things that matter to you, and leave behind the things that don’t make your life easier or better. Investing in quality appliances means you’ll be getting more mileage out of them. You won’t need to worry about it breaking down in a year or two and cutting your return on investment short. When thinking on which appliances are worth the splurge, go for those that you will use on a daily or weekly basis for food, clothing, and shelter—that will help refine your focus on which appliances matter. 24
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American Home 4 Door Refrigerator
American Home Washing Machine
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The Great Outdoors An al fresco party is all about fresh juices, quick cooking, and enjoying everyone’s company! Have these appliances ready to throw the best outdoor party of the season.
Panasonic Microwave Oven
Panasonic Fast Juicer
Yes outdoors are all about grilling, but you do need a microwave oven for some quick and easy dishes. Freshly popped popcorn, for one thing, and heating up baked goods in seconds—just some of the things that make a microwave essential to your gathering.
What’s an al fresco party without fresh fruit juices? Skip the sugar and additives by creating juices right on the spot.
Russell Hobbs Air Fryer
Air fryers are magical. You can fry, grill, even bake in this wonder. Simply put the food inside and leave it be—go out and mingle while it cooks!
That’s Entertainment Great conversation and good music will keep your guests entertained, but why not be a bit extra and bring out the big guns? Guests are always up for Karaoke and movies!
Hamilton Beach Panini Grill
The great thing about sandwiches is you can create endless combinations of fillings. Make a panini station right in your own backyard! Hamilton Beach Blender
Give more drink options to your guests by making smoothies or shakes! Beach Blender is easy to use and makes great drinks in minutes.
LD Systems Dave 8 Roadie
Grand Videoke Symphony SE Pro Plus
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It’s a Set Up! A few things to remember when you’re doing a seating chart for your outdoor party
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ring out the tables and chairs, and then—the horror!—you realize you don’t have enough to accommodate the number of guests you’re expecting, and it’s the day of your party! S&R has got you covered, with tables of different lengths and chairs for your guests. When you have enough, allot tables first for the food and cooking stations, if any. After which, create dining areas for the adults, but remember to not stuff too many chairs in one table. If you’re inviting children, either allot tables and chairs for them, or bring out the mats, a couple of comfy pillows, and voilà—instant picnic grounds! Position the children’s area as far as possible from the food and cooking stations, to avoid any accidents involving hot surfaces or food spills, but the children’s area close to the grownups’ table, so that the adults can keep a close watch on their kiddies.
Lifetime 6ft Commercial Table (Black)
Lifetime Stackable Chair (Black)
Lifetime 4ft Commercial Table (Black)
Lifetime 30x20 Personal Table (White)
Lifetime 6ft Commercial Table (White)
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Member’s Selection 30in Decorated Wreath Member’s Selection Plush Holiday Gnomes
Member’s Selection 4pc Kitchen Towels
Caressa Christmas Towels
Member’s Selection 2pc LED Christmas Tree Sculpture
What’s Christmas without going all out with the decorations? Spread the holiday cheer all around the house to liven up everyone’s spirits!
Member’s Selection Extendable Leg Snowman
Home & You Deco Pillows
Member’s Selection Christmas Tree Ornaments
Member’s Selection 3pc LED Deer Family Sculpture Member’s Selection 2pc 4ft Lamp Post
SIVE EXCLU BERS M TO ME
Heading out to S&R is like going on a treasure hunt; we have numerous seasonal items fit for your holiday celebrations. Find unique items that are exclusive to our members, only available for a limited time—grab it while you can!
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Oil Galore
Nothing ruins your momentum in the kitchen than running out of this cooking essential.
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t present, there are so many different kinds of cooking oil to choose from that are out in the market today. There’s vegetable oil, canola oil, corn oil, olive oil—but at the end of it all, the numerous choices just goes to show that cooking oil is an important element to cooking. And it’s not just fried food that need cooking oil. Even a teaspoon or more are needed when making a number of dishes, so it’s impossible to cook up a feast without even a little cooking oil to keep you going. The amount of oil that you’ll need is dependent on what
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S&R Vegetable Oil 20L & 5L
you’ll be cooking of course, but it’s a good idea to have cooking oil in large quantities stashed in your kitchen, especially with all the food you need to prepare for the celebrations, reunions, and most of all, for Noche Buena. It’s admittedly hard to lift a 20-liter container of oil to fry an egg for breakfast, so it’s either you transfer the oil to a smaller container for you to use everyday, or you purchase a smaller one, in an 800ml or 1L container, that’s more manageable to pour out from when cooking up a storm. Just remember to use only what you need, and when needed—and find cooking oil that is heart-healthy!
Tropical Palm Oil 2L
With S&R’s super-sized products, our members get to enjoy big savings with every purchase. Whether it’s for a small gathering or a grand celebration, we have the right size for you. Our priority is to give you your money’s worth.
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Healthy Holidays It’s true—most people really pack on the pounds during the holidays. If you are to binge, go the healthy route. Roasted Seaweed
Satisfy your craving for salty and crunchy snacks with a sheet or two of roasted seaweed. Once you eat one, you can’t stop!
Avocado Oil and Mayonnaise
Avocado seems to be enjoying its time in the spotlight, and lucky for you, it’s because of its newfound popularity that’s why we have so many new choices that now have avocado. Because of this fruit that’s packed with good fat, we have an alternative to cooking oil and mayonnaise!
Winter Harvest Roasted Seaweed
Chosen Foods • Avocado Oil • Mayo
Grapeseed Oil and Olive Oil
A little goes a long way for these two kinds of oil. Olive oil burns quickly, so it’s best to be used sparingly. Same goes for grapeseed oil—use it for dips and baked goods. Romoli • Olive Pomace Oil • Extra Virgin Olive Oil • Grapeseed Oil
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Party in your Pantry The natural sweetness of fruits make it the perfect way to cap off a heavy meal. Here’s why you must break out a bag or more of these delicious treats from Mariani.
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It’s good for your digestion.
Selected fruits, like prunes, do amazing work on your metabolism. Their fiber content is hard to beat, and when paired with special probiotics, it’s even better for the gut.
There’s portion control.
Sun-ripened Mixed Fruit California Raisins Probiotic Prunes Pitted Prunes
Too much of anything is bad, even when it comes to “healthy” food. Keeping track of how much pre-cut or pre-packaged pieces of fruit you eat is easier—and it’s better for sharing.
It makes for a great snack!
The holidays may be all about indulging yourself, but giving yourself a free pass to eat everything in sight will make you sick. Reach out for these instead—and they still taste like a treat, anyway!
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Say Cheese! So many kinds of cheeses to choose from nowadays, but you must always go back to the basics. Make your dish an instant crowd pleaser by adding Arla cheese to it. Everyone will want seconds!
With You in Mind These cheeses are ready to use as soon as you open the packaging—simply spread the cheese in seconds! And since it already comes shredded, the time you saved from doing it yourself can be put to better use—like eating your creations!
Whip It Up You’ve probably experienced desserts with whipped cream that tasted like a few days old, and that ruined what would have been a sweet treat to cap off a good meal. Good pastry chefs know better and use only the best whipped cream that they could get their hands on, and they know which kinds of whipped cream to use for what kind of dish or baked goods. Don’t settle for low quality whipped creams, when you can follow the footsteps of a pastry chef and opt for one of the best. Countdown to Christmas
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Dairy Delights
Basics for Whipping Up Easy Dinners Why spend all day in the kitchen when there are delicious alternatives from Emborg that will make any dish taste amazing?
Perfect Pasta Cream
This definitely lives up to their name! You can use this and easily make the perfect pasta sauce that hits the spot, every single time.
Sour Cream
Sour cream is often used for dips or salad dressings, and a number of baked goods. Sure you can make your own sour cream, but taking the risk may mean ruining a good dish. It’s so easy (and yummy) to make this your go-to sour cream to use.
Butter
Butter is a key ingredient in a lot of baked goods, and the quality of the butter can make or break what you’re making. Unsalted butter from Emborg softens to room temperature, making it easy and convenient to use.
Cream Cheese
Making your own cheesecake? Don’t go without a block of cream cheese, perfectly created to help you make that memorable dessert.
Mozzarella
Kids can make their own personal pizzas with a hefty sprinkling of mozzarella!
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It’s so easy and convenient to head to S&R! Found in several locations all over the Philippines, with ample street-level parking, each S&R branch is an easy destination to head to this holiday season. We’ve got 17 branches to serve you, with more to come!
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At Your Service
Overflowing food needs to be paired with enough plates and utensils to go around, too. Have containers for a quick takeaway, too.
During the Party
After Party Microwaveable plastic containers will save your guests time, since they wouldn’t need to transfer the contents to a microwave-safe container anymore when heating.
Purchase paper supplies by the bulk—it will always be of use, and won’t go bad.
KEEP PAPER CUPS AT THE READY. Overflowing drinks is a must at any party. While you must give first priority to your guests using reusable glasses, bring out the paper cups once you see that you need time to clean up your reusable glasses. Keep a trash bin near the drink area to make for an easier clean up.
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KEEP THINGS CASUAL. You won’t need to bring out your best dinnerware for a backyard barbeque or afternoon gathering. Providing paper plates for a casual, relaxed gathering would make for an easier clean up afterwards.
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PREPARE FOR A BIGGER CROWD THAN EXPECTED. Running out of food is a big nono at any party, and so is running out of plates and utensils. Allot plates, cups, straws, forks and spoons for double than your expected number.
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PREPARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONTAINERS TO PACK YOUR TAKEOUT FOOD. If you’re planning on offering your guests your party food to be taken home, be prepared not just with the plastic containers for the food, but for bags also, to make it easier for them to carry.
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BE AWARE OF YOUR FOOD STORAGE SITUATION. If your refrigerator is stuffed with leftovers and food gifts, rethink if you’re really going to eat your new batch of leftovers, or just keeping them cold before you throw them away.
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GIVE AWAY YOUR PARTY FOOD TO THE NEEDY. Share your blessings by packing up your leftovers and giving them away to the needy by the next day. It’s definitely a way to spread the Christmas spirit.
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Staying warm and feeling cozy has never been so fashionable. Chamarra D Touch Men/Ladies’ Vest Available colors: navy, black, gray and red
You can’t go wrong with gifting a basic blue puffy vest to the frequent traveler on your list. Plus, you can pack this up neatly into a cute little bag.
Redtag Men/Boys Plain Sweater Available colors for men: navy, black and red; Available colors for boys: red and navy
S&R’s wide variety of clothing choices range from house clothes to winter wear, to be given as gifts to others or to yourself.
Heading out for cooler climates for an upcoming vacation means layering in style. Give the gift of warmth by giving a pullover.
Chamarra D Touch Men’s/Ladies’ Jacket Available colors: navy, black, gray and red
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Nothing announces the Christmas season - or grabs more attention — than being in red. Give this as a gift to the life of the party who wouldn’t mind standing out.
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Ladies’ Dresses
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Ladies’ Floral Sleeveless Top
Ladies’ Blazer
S&R’s got the pieces to wear for any occasion of this season! OUTDOOR COOKOUT
KIDDIE LOUNGEWEAR
Striped long sleeves
*Striped shirt
*Girls’ Shirt, Dress and Shorts Men’s Shorts
*Available on November 2019
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Some are born lucky to have great skin encoded into their DNA, while some need to put in a little work to keep it that way. If you’re the latter, here are the secrets to looking flawless.
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he Christmas season brings about cooler weather, a respite from the warm days you might have experienced this year. But with the cold comes the possibility of dry skin, or worse, itchy or flaky skin. The cold might also bring out allergies due to more allergens floating about, or simply due to the change of weather, which could also serve as a trigger.
Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Cleanser and Lotion
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Find a cleanser that matches the body’s pH balance, and one that won’t dry skin out. When it comes to lotion, there’s more to it than simply leaving skin smooth and soft to the touch, it should also act as a barrier from roughness, friction, while keeping the skin’s moisture in.
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Join the fearless revolution of Olay with this exquisite series of Olay Total Effects and Olay Regenerist. With proven performance testing, Olay contains superior ingredients and unique formulation that help prevent skin aging.
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Tired of your regular beauty shampoo and conditioner? Indulge with the Limited Edition Lux Botanifique! This series of premium shampoo and treatment comes in two unique floral variants cold-pressed to extract essential oils. Get these exclusive hair care sets in Lotus Flower Extract and Orchid Extract.
Winter Deep Care Damage Repair Shampoo & Treatment
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Refresh Pure Shampoo Balance Pure Treatment
Winter Deep Care Balance Pure Shampoo & Treatment
Refresh Repair Shampoo Damage Repair Treatment
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S&R’s wide variety of skin products give you the best of local and foreign brands, all in one place.
Bio-OIl PurCellin Oil
It’s a Christmas Miracle! Do you believe in miracles? When you find the right skin regimen for your face and body, the one that gets you glowing, you’ll definitely say you’re a believer!
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inding the skin regimen that works for you is a hit and miss. What might work wonderfully for some might not work for others, so it takes patience and know how to figure it out. The result? Healthy, moisturized skin that gives you a natural glow—knowing that it’s soft and smooth without even needing to touch it! Looking for that miracle? Here’s how:
office weather for most of the day, while an added layer of sunscreen would do well for athletes.
1. Know thy skin type
3. Be patient
As you age, your skin ages as well, and your needs are different from when you were in your teens, to if you’re pushing 50. Your skin’s needs are also affected by your lifestyle, and the environmental elements you’re exposed to. A heavier moisturizer would work well for ladies exposed to cool
2. Research for honest reviews
One good thing about this era of social media is that there is no shortage of comments about anything. If you’re keen on a specific product, steer away from what celebrities are saying and look for reviews from real consumers.
Not a lot of products will give you instant results; they say you need to use a product for roughly a month or two before you see drastic results. Unless you develop an allergic skin reaction to a product upon using it on your first day, it would be best to stick it out—and get your money’s worth!
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Getting a Chelsey bag for Christmas is always a welcome present. If you get the receiver’s sense of style down pat, you’re sure it will be loved for many years to come! Available only in Pampanga, Imus, Nuvali, Cabanatuan, Commonwealth, Dau, Parañaque, Lipa, CDO, Cebu, Iloilo and Davao
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Hershey’s Extra Creamy Solid Milk Chocolate Bells Oreo Snack Pack (Original)
Hershey’s Pot of Gold Premium Collection
Hershey’s Shapes Assortment Snack Size
Hershey’s Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow Creme Kisses
Hershey’s Hugs
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S&R has the widest collection of confectionary goods, with flavors only found in our clubs!
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Oreo Selection
Come Christmas morning, kids (and kids at heart) will enjoy finding these in their stockings, overflowing to the brim!
The young at heart can pair these sweets with a glass of sparkling juice!
Valde France Organic Sparkling Juice
Cadbury Chocolate
Toblerone Gift Box
Cadbury Fruit & Nut
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Just (Tin) Can It
Hoard these cookie-filled tins to be given out liberally to those deserving of it in your Christmas list. These make for perfect emergency presents, too!
These sweets are already great as gifts. No need to wrap them up, just add a ribbon and give away!
Classic Santa Tins Santa Nostalgic Christmas Collection
Just a Truffle
Who can resist eating just one piece of this sweet treat? Plus, they’re all natural that removes all the guilt!
Truffettes de France All Natural Truffles
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Keep It Classic
Almond Roca is but one of the variants that the original buttercrunch toffee has—try them all and be blown away!
Roca • Gift Bag Collection • Christmas Holiday Gift Box
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The Pep Squad
While these come in several sweet flavors, in our opinion, our favorite is—all of them!
Pepero • Almond • White Cookie • Choco Cookie
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Feeling the Crunch
Wafers make for a delicious dessert or snack. The more exciting the flavor, the better! Balconi • Cubi Cacao • Cubi Hazelnut • Mini Tiramisu • Mini Wafers
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Cavendish & Harvey • Christmas Holidays • Mixed Fruit Drops • Filled Caramel Drops • Wild Berry Drops
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Fresh Drops!
You can’t go wrong with giving hard candies as presents. Its long shelf life means it will be enjoyed for months to come!
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Fruit baskets abound during the holiday season. It makes for some of the best presents, and you’re sure it will be well-received. For a wide variety, choose fruit baskets that contain all the colors of the rainbow.
Assorted Fruit Baskets
CUSTOMIZED FRUIT BOXES
Apple
Orange
Pineapple
Grapes
Peace, good health and harmony
Good luck and prosperity
Wealth, fortune and prosperity
Abundance and good luck
While you can pick up ready-made fruit baskets in S&R, we can certainly create customized fruit baskets based on your desired basket and choice of fruits. Our fruit selection is delivered daily and securely wrapped to ensure freshness.
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1) Assorted Fruits; 2) Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet; 3) On pastry platter: Premium Donut Choco-Choco & New York Cheesecake, Regular Variety Muffin, Sugar Bowl Duet Bites, Cafe Valley Choco Chip Mini Muffin, Assorted Fruit Pastries, Madeleine; 4) On cheese platter: Gruyere Swiss Cheese, Fontina Cheese; 5) On wooden board: Ranch House Pre-sliced Ham; 6) On plate (center): US Western Bagel English Muffin, US Western Bagel Plain, Sari Roti; 7) On gold charger plate (right): US Round Santa Choco Cake; 8) On serving dish: S&R Roasted Whole Turkey
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After preparing your home, it’s time to prepare for the festivities! Turn to the next page and salivate over our choice picks for you this holiday season. You might want to buy everything, as we make sure our buyers scout diligently for the best products from all over the world and bring it home for you to experience. We only bring you the highest quality of products at the best value possible here at S&R. Now let the Countdown to Christmas begin and hope you enjoy shopping at S&R, as much as we have enjoyed curating these holiday picks for you. Happy holidays! Countdown to Christmas
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Appetizer or Bar Chow Pistachios are that versatile that they can be eaten while taking a swig, or munched on while waiting for entrées to be served. They’re so tasty, too! Wonderful Pistachios • Roasted and Salted Shelled • Roasted and Salted No Shells
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Thrice the Yum When you say “finger food”, these can’t be far off from the top of your list.
The OG
Raise your hand if you grew up snacking on the OG Pik-Nik! Even when the brand brought out new flavors, you would eventually crave for this. Original Shoestring Potatoes
Ketchup Fries
Ketchup fries are too delicious to not be included—the saltiness is balanced with a hint of sweet, and so flavorful! Ketchup Fries
Yummy, but without the guilt
Don’t beat yourself up for snacking during the holidays, especially when you’ve got this in your pantry. 50% Less Salt Shoestring Potatoes
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Appetizers... assemble! When you’ve got tortilla chips as your base, the possibilities are endless. There won’t be a need for a chip to take a dip if you’ve got toppings upon toppings in store for your guests to enjoy! But if you want a one-size-fits-all approach to this well-loved appetizer, follow these simple steps: GO FOR THE GUAC. Guacamole and tortilla chips are a match made in heaven, no matter what. You can use it as is, or mix the guac with bacon bits— just because bacon goes well with practically everything!
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Zanuy • Tortilla Chips • Guacamole Salsa
BRING IN THE CHEESE. Much like guacamole, hot melted cheese is another soulmate of the tortilla chip. And the best part about cheese is it will complement any other toppings, from tomatoes and ground beef, to more audacious choices like fried chicken cut into cubes and shredded cabbage. TRY TACOS WITH A TWIST. Tortilla chips are basically taco shells that decided to take a different form, so it’s only logical to top off tortilla chips with the same ingredients as a normal taco would have, right? So pile on the ground beef, shredded cabbage, tomatoes, onions, and a hefty helping of cheese!
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Easy Cheese Nibbles If some kids are waiting up ‘til midnight, give them a bowl of Herr’s Cheese Curls to keep them company. Herr’s Cheese Curls
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Quick Starters Beretta • Speck Alto Adige IGP • Antipasto Classico
2 Marca Piña 1.3kg and 600g Cheese Balls
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Creating your own cheese and meat plate looks daunting to newbies, but the key to a professionallooking plate is making it with foolproof ingredients. Ready to serve meats make an excellent choice-simply open it up and serve.
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No Filipino can imagine Christmas without enjoying a slice or two of Quezo de Bola, the favorite hard cheese of the Philippines. Serve as is, or as the star of a cheese plate.
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Who said making hors d’oeuvres need to be complicated? Bring these out of your pantry and make appetizers in minutes.
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There’s no other appetizer more sought out by your guests than that of anything that has cheese on it. Create these cheezy crostini bites. Simple, but oh so filling! Plus, it contains a good amount of calcium, making your bones strong and healthy.
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Hey Honey!
Calbee is a big deal in Japan, and you only need one bite of their honey butter chips to understand why. Pour this crowd pleaser into a bowl and watch your guests munch away. While you can choose to serve with dip, or top it off with say a sprinkling of cheese or a spoonful of melted butter, this snack can stand well up on its own.
Eden Cheese
Jack ‘n Jill Calbee Honey Butter Potato Chips
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Spam Fries You can’t have just one SPAM fry. You’ve got to serve up entire cans filled with these friedto-perfection fries! SPAM • Classic • Lite • Less Sodium
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1 Heat oil in a pan, enough for deep frying.
2 Cut SPAM lengthwise—the thinner you cut it, the crunchier it gets, but the quicker the frying time.
3 In small batches, drop the fries in the pan and cook until golden brown.
4 Drain out excess oil. Serve.
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Cooking the perfect steak starts with selecting your cut. Not all cuts are created equal—some are lean, while some contain more marbling than others. The technique in cooking each cut may look intimidating to those new to the kitchen, but with research and time for trial and error, you’ll master it in no time.
High heat is to develop flavor
Low heat is to preserve moisture
Cook depending on the cut
Temperature doneness
Rest your meat
Now remember these basic principles and apply these to cooking your perfect meat. Choose from S&R’s variety of quality fresh meat and you’ll surely have that perfect meal.
Snake River Farms • Ribeye Wagyu Black Grade • Ribeye Wagyu Gold Grade Omi Wagyu Omi Chuckroll A5
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RIBEYE Looking for a cut that’s quick and easy to cook? The popularity of rib eye lies in its mouthwatering marbling and rich flavor, and that it cooks in a flash!
DID YOU KNOW?
S&R’s meat section is chock full of meat straight from Australia and New Zealand?
STRIPLOIN Slicing through this particular cut is as easy as it gets. Striploin or strip steak comes from the part of a cow that gets little exercise, making it soft and chewy, not tough.
KARUBI A short rib that has an amazing amount of marbling, cutting through a cut of Karubi is like slicing through butter— smooth, seamless and rich.
Why choose which cut to serve if you can serve it all? So many cuts and so many ways to season steaks, it can get confusing for new cooks to figure out which cuts to serve for which occasion. All of this would depend on your number of guests and the occasion.
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SAIKORO CUBES “Saikoro” means dice in Japanese, and these Saikoro cubes are made of soft beef tenderloin, making it quick to pan fry til medium rare, season with salt, and serve!
Coming in Hot!
Seafood chowder is a creamy combination of all your favorites. What’s not to love?
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great as a midnight snack, especially enjoyable during extra chilly weather. And, much like most soups, these are even tastier by the next day—just consume by then, since the dairy and seafood content tend to spoil quickly.
Serve seafood chowder during Noche Buena, or any holiday feast, for that matter. A helping or two is filling on its own, so this fare will also be
Cooking seafood chowder can seem intimidating, but if you choose quality ingredients, that’s already half the battle. Frozen prepackaged seafood make for a quick and safe way to add into your chowder, without the hassle and time it takes to food prep.
hen it comes to soups filled with seafood, you can’t beat a piping hot bowl of seafood chowder. Its creamy texture, distinct seafood flavor, paired with hearty chunks of seafood, potatoes, onions, and a bit of bacon bits or pieces of pork is as comforting as it gets.
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Serve a taste of Japanese cuisine Choose a fresh salmon fillet
Slice the fillet into little rectangles about 2cm thick
FRESH OFF THE BOAT!
afood S&R ships se ing sure ak m , rly regula are ks oc st our ! always fresh
Serve with Japanese soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger, white radish and shiso leaves for garnish
Pike Market • Mixed Seafoods • Cooked Shrimp • Raw Shrimp
Royal Norwegian • Smoked Salmon Pre-sliced 1kg • Salmon Fillet Skin-On
Quick Fish Dish Pompano is a flavorful fish with white meat and serves just the right amount of protein and moderate fat content. This versatile fish can be prepared baked, broiled, grilled or pan-fried. Sarangani Bay • Golden Pompano
DID YOU KNOW? Because of its moderate fat content, this fish works well with complex sauces
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In the Spotlight Every feast has its best dish that everyone can’t wait to eat, and a pork herbed belly roll is perfect for that role. Juicy, crisp, and perfectly seasoned, there’s more than enough to go around for all guests to enjoy. Montana Pork Herbed Belly Roll
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Roaster’s Best Chicken Cut-ups are fresh and locally produced, and never frozen to ensure the quality and taste stays top notch. Make delicious chicken dishes without the hassle—all just goodness!
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Noche Buena isn’t complete without serving an array of hearty dishes! The ample choices that S&R has guarantees more than enough food for your celebration.
YOU NEED MORE THAN ENOUGH TO FEED YOUR GUESTS. You know your family best, and you know how much they eat. Since it’s Noche Buena, you’ll need to cook a little more than your usual. Nothing puts a damper on festivities than running out of food!
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Purchasing meats by the bulk is important when cooking up a feast!
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YOU HAVE ROOM TO EXPERIMENT. Purchasing only just enough servings according to your recipe is a disaster waiting to happen, especially if you’ll be trying out a new dish for the first time. Give yourself some leeway and purchase more than what’s allotted for in the recipe.
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THE FEAST WILL HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY. Chicken, pork, or beef? Why choose if you can serve all three! Because of S&R’s large quantities, you can create different dishes from each meat for everyone in your family to eat.
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Crazy Over Korean Snacks All things Korean are loved by kids and teens nowadays. Even their snacks are amazing. Create a Korean Snack bar on your next gathering, and watch them gobble it all up.
Mandoo • Korean Dumpling (Hot & Spicy, Vegetable)
Melona Ice Bar Melon
American Ice Cream
Cold Play Ice cream while enjoying the cold weather? Why not! Go ahead and indulge!
Brought in straight from the US, Blue Bunny Ice Cream comes in a tremendous amount of flavors, but S&R brought in the ones that they were sure Filipinos wouldn’t want to miss out on. Each tub is made with fresh milk and only the best ingredients, making each scoop “hoppin’ good”! Blue Bunny Banana Split
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Sweets for Santa Bringing out milk and cookies for Santa this Christmas Eve? Mix it up a little and bring out the best you’ve got to offer! That is, if your little ones—and even the not so little ones— don’t eat up these too-goodto-resist treats!
• S’mores Fudge Bar • Assorted Mini Cakes
LYFRESH ! BAKED
Christmas without indulging your sweet tooth is no fun! This season, you’re sure to receive more sweet treats than you’ve had all year long. But as they say, it’s better to give than to receive, so why not give sweet treats and baked goods as gifts? S&R’s wide range of bakery items are made fresh daily, using only premium ingredients sourced from the US.
Matilde Vicenzi • Lady Finger • Bocconcini
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Stay Natural Yogurt gives you the sweetness you’re craving, but with less of the sugar and without the calories. This is also the perfect time to try an Egg Nog drink, perfect for this festive season. Tastes good either warm or cold!
California Sunshine Egg Nog GlenOaks Farms Probiotic Drinkable Lowfat Yogurt (Strawberry/Banana, Blueberry, Strawberry) Countdown to Christmas
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Ready to Party Friends and family coming over for the holidays? Make sure you have a drink to offer every person you will invite. Use this checklist for every type of drinker you *might* have in your party.
After a hard game (or a night of partying) The day after any party is a day you would want to lay off the alcohol, and sip something refreshing instead.
Dehydration is no joke, so get back those much needed electrolytes with a sports drink. Plus points when the sports drink tastes good and smooth.
Best for kids
Juice makes for a nutritious alternative for children to drink up. Offer up all the flavors to enjoy–serve with a lot of ice for a sweet, icy drink. Natural One • Pure Orange • Pure Apple • Grape Apple
For the young and young at heart
Take a sip of Zest-O and you’re transported back to simpler times where you played outdoors with neighbors from sunrise to sundown. Give your kids a sip of your childhood. Zest-O • Orange • Apple
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Not nursing a hangover? Pour yourself a tall glass of Pepsi to pair with your lunch, or use it as a mixer for your drink during dinner. Gatorade Blue Bolt
Pepsi
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For the family
For your backyard party
Set these out inside a massive cooler stocked with ice for your guests to grab for a quick refresher! Minute Maid
In the Philippines, drinking Coke is both a treat and an everyday staple on the dining table. Have a liter or two in your party!
The basic and most important drink for everyone Getting in your eight glasses of water on a daily basis is attainable when you make it accessible for you to drink up all the time. Wilkins
Coca-Cola
For the home bartender Soda water serves as base for a lot of fantastic cocktails and alcoholic mixes. Stock up to easily whip up your signature cocktail, or let your guests make their own creations themselves. Schweppes Sparkling Soda Water
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Made to Order No restaurant is complete without serving iced tea to its patrons; and neither should your party go without it. Get this ready to mix iced tea in two refreshingly fruity flavors.
Going Native Calamansi is the Filipino’s answer to lemons. As sweet and sour as its big sister and just as healthy, why go through all that trouble slicing and squeezing calamansi, when you can go out and get a ready to mix concentrate?
S&R Iced Tea Lemon Iced Tea Raspberry
Good Sense Lemonada Calamansi
Simple and Uncomplicated You can serve this either hot or cold, depending on your mood. These will do well to beat out the sniffles, too. Honey Citron Tea Honey Citron & Ginger Tea
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The Cranberries Have a fruitful health boost this upcoming holiday Cranberries are known to be high in nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants. But because of its sharp and sour taste, it is rarely eaten, and instead, being consumed as juice with sweeteners. Ocean Spray offers a variety of Cranberry juices to cater to your liking and needs.
Ocean Spray • Diet Cranberry Juice Drink • Cranberry Cocktail • Ruby Red • Light Cranberry Juice • Jellied Cranberry Sauce Countdown to Christmas
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TOAST TO THE HOLIDAYS
A GREAT PARTY IS NOT COMPLETE WITHOUT BOOZE TO SERVE YOUR GUESTS
• St. Clair Vicar’s Choice Sauvignon Blanc • Corona Extra • Sapporo Premium Beer • Francis Coppola Zinfandel • Vodka Stolichnaya • Trapiche Broquel Malbec • Purple Angel Carmenere Petit Verdot
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Keep the conversations going at your party by having a free-flowing bar for your guests. Never run out of drinks to serve as S&R offers the widest selection of wines and spirits from all over the globe. From vino to vodka, to wine and whiskey, we got you covered.
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Make your own separate wine bar
Is your bar cart looking a little bit crowded? Move your wine bottles elsewhere—you shouldn’t expose it to light or heat, anyway. If you don’t have a separate wine storage unit, the refrigerator will do, but store it in the area where the temperature remains constant.
Vezzani Rosso Puglia Rocca Chianti Red Wine
Yellow Tail • Cabernet Sauvignon • Pink Moscato
• Escudo Rojo • Mascato Vineyards Unanime • Condado de Oriza Riserva
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TOAST TO THE HOLIDAYS
Stock up on ice
With our tropical weather, most hard liquor must be served on the rocks—brandy included. Ice cubes are fine, but ice balls make drinks a tad more special.
Patron • Reposado • Anejo • Silver Martini Asti
STOCK UP YOUR PANTRY
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TOAST TO THE HOLIDAYS
Alfonso I • Solera • Zero
Encourage self-service
While you might have the energy to play bartender throughout the entire party, your guests won’t mind getting their own drinks. Have a few bottles out and ready for the taking, with glasses right beside them.
Barefoot • Sangria • Pink Moscato
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The Dalmore • King Alexander III • Aged 15 Years
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Smirnoff Vodka Mule
Beringer • Chardonnay • Cabernet Sauvignon • White Zinfandel
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Cater to All Preferences Granted, not everyone will be able, or would want to, drink and be merry. Whatever their reason may be, like being with child, a religious custom, or they just don’t like the taste, your guests should still be able to find something in your bar that they will enjoy. Keror Sparkling Juice gives a close enough taste to wine, without the alcohol content.
Keror • Sparkling Red Grape • Sparkling White Grape
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Quick Morning Bites Try these easy-to-prepare breakfast bites for kids and adults alike
HOW TO ASSEMBLE
Bread Bun
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Tomatoes
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PREM Luncheon Meat
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Mini Luncheon Meat Sandwiches Some like it crunchy, some want more of a bite—whichever side of the fence you’re on, mini luncheon meat sandwiches are a hit at any party, with any guest. Keep the toppings light, to keep the focus on the flavor of Prem luncheon meat. Delicious!
Lettuce
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Bread Bun Regular
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Less Sodium
Lite
Cooked Ham
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Corned Beef Quesadillas Here’s a different take on your classic corned beef for breakfast. Instead of pairing with rice or bread, why not amp it up by using it as a filling in a tortilla wrap - an instant Mexican dish. Buenos dias!
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Heat the pan to medium heat. On 1 side of a piece of tortilla, brush oil or butter. Place tortilla on pan, with the buttered side down.
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Spread corned beef and lettuce on one half of the tortilla.
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Fold tortilla to cover filling. Cook until golden brown.
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Cut quesadilla into wedges.
Palm Corned Beef
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Spread the Love When the kids are home on holiday, a leisurely breakfast is a wonderful way to catch up. Rethink that feast and opt to give them a spread of choices for them to create their own breakfast. BRING OUT THE BREAD. White bread? Breakfast rolls? Whole grain tortillas? So many choices, but you can whittle it down to just your family’s favorites.
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GET THOSE MEATS READY. Make breakfast a lot more filling with breakfast sausages! A quick pan fry will make these extra juicy and yummy!
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HAVE A SELECTION OF SPREADS. Mayonnaise is the basic but vital base of most delicious sandwiches, so your household can’t do without a jar or two. For family members who want to keep things light but hearty, sweet spreads like peanut butter, jam, or marmalade will do the trick.
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Pampanga’s Best Chomps Breakfast Sausage
PEANUT BUTTER for Breakfast & Spreads Make mornings easier with meals and spreads that are healthy, yummy and full of goodness that’ll keep you fuelled for the day! A delectable mix of flavors crafted to perfection. Enjoy it on the go or when relaxing at home. Use it as a dip, spread or snack, Our peanut butter flavors add to your daily protein requirement.
Herman • Peanut Butter Creamy • Peanut Butter Crunchy • Real Mayonnaise
MAYONNAISE Mayonnaise is a classic French recipe which is used as an excellent dip for nuggets, egg rolls, fish, chicken wings, sandwiches, salads & salsa. It works well as a side sauce for roast chicken or fried chicken. Herman Mayonnaise is smooth, creamy and filling just the way you like it. Countdown to Christmas
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What’s for Breakfast? The elements that make a good breakfast isn’t as complicated as you would think. The most important meal of the day needs to be balanced, nutritious, and, of course, yummy. Since most households are in a rush during breakfast time, simplifying the breakfast routine is your best bet in being able to feed your family without sacrificing their health. Strike the balance by serving all the food groups:
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Carbohydrates
A piece of bread or a half cup of rice—depending on your preference, having the right amount of carbohydrates will keep your energy levels up. Too much carbohydrates will send your body crashing even before the afternoon, so remember to strike a balance.
If you’ve got some Christmas ham left over, consider yourself lucky—you get to enjoy it as holiday sandwiches, breakfast fare, or chopped up and mixed into pasta or rice! It’s a taste of the holidays, every single day.
S&R Premium Holiday Ham
Sari Roti • Choco Chips Bread • Raisin Bread
Protein
Meat is a great source of protein, so serve up either a few slices of ham, or a piece of breakfast sausage. It also contains just enough fat that’s good for a daily serving.
Coffee is Life
All Beef Breakfast Sausage
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Most adults can’t function without a cup of coffee in hand! Have strong and bold flavored coffee ready for guests, especially after a night out. Nescafé Gold
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Dairy
A glass of milk or a slice of cheese is a quick way to add more dairy into your meals. For alternatives to cow’s milk, check for its calcium content— some alternatives lack in that area. Cowhead • Pure Milk 1L and 200ml • Cream Cheese Bar
Non-dairy
Cow’s milk isn’t the only option for milk nowadays. Almond and soy milk offer almost the same nutritional benefits. Try these alternatives from Silk for mixing with your hot chocolate, cereals or homemade pancakes.
Silk • Dark Chocolate Almond Milk • Unsweetened Soymilk • Very Vanilla Soymilk
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Soy Good! Look no further for a plant-based alternative to cow’s milk. Soy milk is the milk of choice for milk lovers seeking for a solution to either their lactose intolerance, or simply a healthier, plant-based option to cow’s milk. But have you ever wondered if soy milk does indeed bring in the same health benefits or more compared to cow’s milk?
Soyfresh • Soya Milk Non-Dairy • Soya Milk Regular • Soya Milk Chocolate
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Soy milk, much like how nut or rice milks are made, are soaked in water, grounded, boiled and mixed in with water and oil to make it. While that sounds like a long process, soy milk still retains its nutritional benefits. For one thing, it contains less saturated fat compared to cow’s milk, and it’s got good, healthy fats, too.
EXTRA ESSENTIALS
Having a baby as a houseguest will be the cutest guest of them all! Time for the VIP treatment.
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ravelling with a baby is a production in itself. For new parents, it becomes more so a nerve-wracking experience, and they live in constant worry if they’re leaving behind anything important that the baby will need while in transit, or while on vacation. More often than not, parents with a little one in tow will be carrying practically everything they could possibly pack, and a little extra. While you can be sure that the baby will come with everything it needs when he or she stays with you, just imagine how thankful and relieved their parents would be if they arrive and find a room filled with thoughtfully chosen baby essentials. Going the extra mile for them shows that you’re
both warm and welcoming, plus you honestly want to make them feel right at home. To put it simply, a diaper changing table is like a little makeshift crib and chest of drawers rolled into one. It must come fully stocked with the necessities when changing diapers: Diapers, of course, hand sanitizer to use prior to holding the baby, extra sets of clothes, and baby toiletries like wet wipes and baby powder. More often than not, the changing table will include a mat that’s soft enough to make the baby comfortable while being changed. But for extra precaution, wrap another sheet on the mat, and refrain from putting a baby pillow on changing mat—newborns can’t use one yet.
Having a tiny houseguest come over means taking a few extra precautions, but it’s all worth the effort when you have done all that you can for the little ones.
Safe, Secure and Comfortable Here are the basic essentials to put up your guest baby changing room
Unisex Pants Medium
Changing Table With storage space for all your baby’s essentials
Unisex Extra Large
Baby Powder and Sanitizer Have these within reach while changing the baby
Unisex Pants Large
MamyPoko hails from Japan, and is made of high quality materials, with features that would benefit your newborn, all the way to your preschooler.
MamyPoko Soft and comfortable, MamyPoko keeps baby’s skin dry and rash-free far longer than the average baby diaper.
Unisex XXL
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EXTRA ESSENTIALS
How about throwing a Christmas party for your furbabies? Invite your fellow petlovers and let you and your pet socialize!
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eyond the thrill of the social media mayhem that will happen over the cuteness of your furry friend wearing a Santa hat, throwing a holiday party for you and your friends’ pets is also a chance to hang out and catch up. Here’s what to do: PLAN YOUR GUEST LIST CAREFULLY Unlike humans, animals can easily make friends, some in seconds. But they can also scratch each other and get into a violent fight that quickly, too. Be careful about who you invite. Better yet, speak to each fur dad and fur mom about their pet’s demeanor prior to the party.
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a play thing. Install barriers or gates to keep them out of off limit areas, such as the kitchen or the baby’s room. Better to be safe than sorry! PICK THE RIGHT ENVIRONMENT Have it in your own backyard if you have the room, but that would mean that you would get stuck with clean up. If you don’t mind, go right ahead. If not, having a picnic in the nearby park will be just as fun.
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Beyond chew toys and a lot of space to run around, dogs love their food and their treats—get ready with loads of them to go around!
DOG PROOF AHEAD OF TIME Hide all breakables or anything that could be mistaken as a chew toy or
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S&R • Beefy Dog Food Maintenance 20kg • Adult Formula 20kg • Puppy Dog Food 20lbs
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Amazing Acai Considered as a superfood, taking one shot of Organique Acai Premium Blend, or one to two acai capsules, will give you all the antioxidants you’ll need to power through your day!
Organique • Acai Premium Blend • Acai Berry Capsules
A happy Christmas to you and your family. May your days be filled with merriment and love.
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