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Very Vanilla, Krispy Kreme’s Vanilla Indulgence

July 28, 2014 by Janey

Vanilla, with its wonderfully delicious, aromatic flavor, is now the star attraction in Krispy Kreme Philippines. Krispy Kreme, an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed doughnut and with a flagship store in Bonifacio High Street in Fort, released its latest creations. Krispy Kreme’s new Very Vanilla doughnuts with premium vanilla-flavored fillings, icings, and toppings are sure to surprise and delight. Very Vanilla doughnuts are available from July 25 through September 12, 2014 at Krispy Kreme stores nationwide.

Philippines 2010 Elections: Krispy Kreme Wants You to DOugh YOUR PART

May 5, 2010 by Janey

There’s always politicking in the Philippines whether it’s election period or not. Campaigning went to full gear around 3^rd quarter of last year. When the campaign period officially started, streets became filled with campaign posters and TV programs have been loaded with political advertisements.

It’s national elections and debates both on TV and in casual environments have skyrocketed on who to vote for, quite particularly in the seat of the next President.

I think there are also other important things to consider this coming election. For instance, it will be a first in the country for registered voters to use an automated voting system.

A mock election conducted by COMELEC showed that some voters did not know where and how to cast their ballots. Efforts from various sectors like on-air commercials are being made to be able to educate the voters. Krispy Kreme is doing its part to contribute as well.

The well-loved family brand is out to their own campaign called “Vote 2010: Dough Your Part” and in doing so have devised their own way to help spread awareness. They have created a mock ballot wherein voters will choose their winning doughnut and coffee. “We wanted to make it a fun learning experience for the voters”, Mark Gamboa, Marketing Manager of Krispy Kreme said. “This will help them prepare for the real, automated voting system.” He adds.

Given the insufficient knowledge of the voters regarding the new voting system, Krispy Kreme will give voters a chance to learn more about it. “So when the elections come, they wouldn’t be confused” Gamboa said. This awareness then leads to an organized and peaceful election.

Other than sharing the knowledge, the mock ballot Krispy Kreme has created will also encourage them to actually exercise their right to vote. “Once they try the mock ballot, it will urge them to go out and vote.” Gamboa said. Since it is a new system and others may think it will be problematic, the Krispy Kreme campaign may help them think otherwise. For everyone to further maximize this advocacy, limited edition Krispy Kreme Vote 2010 doughnuts will be available on the said event and from May 8 to 10.

“With this, the spirit of this campaign can be made more visible.” he said. With this campaign, Krispy Kreme proves itself as more than a doughnut brand. They are also advocates of responsible citizenship. They have shown how doughnuts and coffee became a viable tool to educate Filipinos about the latest voting system.

You may visit any of the following Krispy Kreme Branches: Bonifacio High Street, Greenhills Shopping Center Drive-Thru, SM Mall of Asia, Trinoma Cinema Level, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia Drive-Thru, Ayala Avenue, Robinsons Galleria, Gateway Mall, Glorietta 4, SM City Annex (North EDSA), Annex 2 SM Fairvew, Eastwood, Marquee Mall Pampanga, SM San Lazaro & SM Manila or call 0917-8053000. Also, be sure to log on to www.krispykreme.com.ph and be a Friend of Krispy Kreme to get updates.

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Storm Pepeng Brewing in the North

October 1, 2009 by Janey

It’s raining again and the worst is feared.

It hasn’t even been a week and another tropical storm is reported to enter the Philippine territory October 1, 2009, Thursday. Accroding to PAGASA, Bagyong Pepeng, international codename “Parma,” will likely hit the Batanes group of islands and extreme northern Luzon and parts of Visayas and Mindanao… and it could develop into a super typhoon.

“Yung worst scenario, tatama dito sa may Batanes-Taiwan area, sa extreme Northern Luzon (Our models show the worst scenario is that it will hit the Batanes-Taiwan area, in extreme Northern Luzon),” Pagasa forecaster Gener Quitlong said in an interview on dzBB radio.

In its 5 a.m. bulletin, Pagasa said Parma (Pepeng) was estimated at 1,110 km east of Mindanao with maximum sustained winds of 75 kph and gustiness of up to 90 kph.

“Extreme Northern Luzon, Eastern Visayas and Eastern Mindanao will experience mostly cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms. The rest of the country will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.”

As of 10am, Typhoon Pepeng is now in the Philippines, currently 900kms east of Surigao City, which carries with it, strong winds. The 5-day forecast reveals that the height of the typhoon will hit around Saturday afternoon, October 3, 2009.

UPDATE: Some Plurk messages read: Hail Storm in QC (Oct. 1- 12:00nn).

“Friday (October 2) is a REGULAR WORKING DAY. But massive cleanup will push through in affected areas.”

-Gibo Teodoro

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