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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Cornetto Chocolate Ice Cream (October 2025)


 

Cornetto Chocolate ice cream is a classic frozen dessert from Walls (a Unilever brand), known for its signature crispy wafer cone lined with a layer of chocolate, filled with creamy chocolate-flavored ice cream, and topped with a rich chocolate sauce and crunchy chocolate chunks. It combines texture and flavor in every bite—from the smoothness of the ice cream to the satisfying crunch of the cone’s chocolate tip. Popular worldwide, Cornetto has become a go-to treat for ice cream lovers seeking indulgence and convenience in a handheld form, offering both nostalgic charm and consistent quality since its introduction in the 1950s.

Cornetto Chocolate ice cream was made by the Italian manufacturer Spica, which invented the first packaged ice cream cone in 1959 by adding a chocolatey layer to the cone to keep it from getting soggy. The brand was later acquired by Unilever, which now markets the product globally. 

Jack In The Box - Knights Cards Table (2003)


The Knights Cards Table is a collectible Jack in the Box toy released in 2003 as part of a medieval-themed kids’ meal promotion. The toy features a compact, portable playset designed to resemble a knight’s gaming or strategy table, complete with miniature card-like pieces that evoke the imagery of royal battles and medieval tournaments. Reflecting the brand’s playful approach to kids’ meal premiums in the early 2000s, the Knights Cards Table encouraged imaginative play and storytelling centered around castles, knights, and chivalric adventures. It was one of several themed toys distributed by Jack in the Box that year to engage young customers with fun, interactive, and collectible designs.















Saturday, October 25, 2025

Yumpi Fish Buns (Marvelez Foods Corporation October 2025)


 

YumPi Fish Buns are a savory snack product made by Marvelez Foods Corporation, a Philippine-based company known for producing affordable and tasty ready-to-eat foods and baked goods. These buns feature a soft, fluffy bread filled with flavorful fish spread, offering a convenient and satisfying option for merienda or on-the-go snacking. YumPi Fish Buns are part of Marvelez Foods’ effort to combine Filipino tastes with modern snack innovation, appealing to both children and adults who enjoy light, seafood-inspired treats.

Mini Do Mini Crunchy Donut Snack Chocolate Flavor (Centennial Foods Corporation October 2025)


 The product Mini Do Chocolate Flavor is a mini-donut crunchy snack produced by Centennial Food Corporation in the Philippines. According to product listings, it is marketed as a “Mini Do Mini Donut Crunchy Snack Chocolate Flavor” and shows Centennial Food Corporation as the manufacturer with country of origin: Philippines. 

Jollibee Kids Costume (October 2025)


 

In the Philippines this October 2025, Jollibee rolled out a special “Jolly Spooktacular” Halloween offering featuring the official kids’ costume — perfect for trick-or-treating fun. The promotion invited young fans to don either the Jollibee or the new “Hetty” character costume and visit participating stores between October 15–31 to enjoy themed perks. On October 31 from 5 PM to 8 PM, children wearing the official onesie could claim a free 6-pc Chickenjoy bucket with any purchase, and those in other costumes could receive a free Ube Pie (while stocks lasted). The costume helps kids step into the festive spirit of Halloween while keeping the cheerful, family-friendly vibe that Jollibee embodies across its outlets nationwide.

Coco Eyeball Gummy Candy (October 2025)


 

Coco Eyeball Gummy Candy is a novelty gummy treat shaped like eyeballs, often marketed for Halloween or other fun-themed occasions. It’s described as having a sweet and chewy texture, packaged as 200 g bags in the Philippines (for example, sold under the name “Coco Eyeball Gummy 200g”). Although the specific manufacturer isn’t clearly documented in the sources available, the brand name “Coco” appears on the label and retailer sites (e.g., “Coco Gummy Candy Eyeball”). Because of the limited publicly available information on the exact producer, it may be a private-label or local import snack rather than a widely known global brand.

Friday, October 24, 2025

SM City Pampanga (October 2025)


SM City Pampanga, located in San Fernando and Mexico, Pampanga, is recognized as the longest SM mall in the Philippines, stretching impressively along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX). Opened in November 2000, it spans over 132,000 square meters of floor area and continues to expand with several interconnected buildings that line a long stretch of the highway. The mall serves as a major retail and lifestyle destination in Central Luzon, featuring hundreds of stores, restaurants, cinemas, and entertainment facilities. Its extensive layout and continuous development make it not only a commercial hub but also a landmark symbolizing Pampanga’s economic growth and modernization.
 

Bini Sheena x Super Crunch Corn Chips Sweet Corn Flavor (Prifoods October 2025)


 

Super Crunch Corn Chips Sweet Corn Flavor is a crispy and flavorful snack made by Prifoods, a Filipino snack manufacturer known for its wide range of affordable and tasty treats. The chips feature a rich, buttery sweet corn taste that captures the essence of freshly roasted corn in every crunchy bite, making them a favorite among local snack lovers. In recent promotions, BINI Sheena, a member of the popular P-pop girl group BINI, has endorsed Super Crunch, highlighting its fun, youthful appeal and delicious flavor that perfectly fits the group’s energetic image and vibrant personality.

Ovalteenies (October 2025)


 

Ovalteenies originated as a bite-sized version of the popular malted chocolate drink Ovaltine, which was first developed in Switzerland in 1904 by chemist Dr. Albert Wander. Created as a convenient and fun way for children to enjoy the same nutritious malt, milk, and cocoa flavor of Ovaltine without needing to mix a drink, Ovalteenies were introduced in several markets, particularly in Asia and Australia, during the late 20th century. The small, round tablets quickly became a nostalgic treat, valued both for their rich, malty taste and their association with the wholesome Ovaltine brand known for promoting energy and vitality.

Ovalteenies (October 2025)


 

Ovalteenies are small, bite-sized chocolate malt candies made by Ovaltine, a well-known brand famous for its malted milk drinks. These round treats combine the rich, malty flavor of Ovaltine with a creamy, chocolatey sweetness, making them a nostalgic favorite among children and adults alike. Originally popular in countries like the Philippines, Malaysia, and Australia, Ovalteenies are often sold in small rolls or packets, making them convenient for snacking or sharing. Produced by Wander AG under the Ovaltine brand (owned by Associated British Foods), Ovalteenies carry the same nutritious malt goodness associated with Ovaltine, offering a fun and flavorful way to enjoy its classic taste in candy form.

Ali Baba Japanese Sweet Corn Flavor Snack (October 2025)


 

Luv-Lov Buddy Berry Milk (Columbia October 2025)



The product Luv‑Lov Buddy Berry Milk 15’s is a snack-pack of roughly 15 individually wrapped pieces (net ~225 g) that combine a creamy milk/white-chocolate coating with a fruity berry twist, aimed at casual snacking or sharing. It is marketed under the “Luv-Lov” (or “Luv-Lov/Luv-Lov”) brand, which is associated with the broader snack/wafer line of Columbia International Food.

Choco Crunchies - Fibisco (October 2025)


 

Choco Crunchies by Fibisco is a popular Filipino chocolate snack made by Fibisco Manufacturing Corporation, a long-established local confectionery company in the Philippines known for its biscuits and chocolate treats. Choco Crunchies are bbiscuits  coated in smooth milk chocolate, offering a mix of texture and sweetness that appeals to both kids and adults. Fibisco, short for Filipino Biscuit Corporation, has been producing beloved snacks since its founding in 1959 and continues to be recognized for creating affordable, homegrown treats that have become staples in Filipino household.

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Catwoman × Korejanai Robo - Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)



The Catwoman × Korejanai Robo figure from the McDonald’s 2014 “DC Super Heroes × Korejanai Robo” Happy Meal promotion is a quirky reinterpretation of the iconic DC Comics antihero through the playful design lens of Zarigani Works, the Japanese art toy brand known for its intentionally “not quite right” robot aesthetic. The toy features Catwoman as a blocky, retro-style robot with exaggerated mechanical details, a simplified cat-eared helmet, and bold purple and black paint that recalls her classic costume. Part of a limited set that also included robotic versions of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, and The Flash, this figure combines Japanese pop-art humor with Western superhero imagery, making it a fun collectible that celebrates both parody and humor.

Batman × Korejanai Robo - Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)



The Batman × Korejanai Robo was part of the 2014 McDonald’s Japan Happy Meal (Happy Set) collaboration between DC Comics and Zarigani Works, the creators of the quirky Korejanai Robo (“This Isn’t It Robot”) toy line. This unique figure reimagined Batman in the blocky, hand-drawn, and deliberately rough aesthetic that defines the Korejanai Robo series, blending the iconic DC superhero’s dark persona with the toy line’s humorous and nostalgic retro-robot charm. Released alongside other Justice League characters such as Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash, and Green Lantern, the Batman Korejanai Robo featured simplified armor details, a bright yellow chest emblem, and a cape-like structure that captured the essence of the Caped Crusader in an amusingly offbeat, collectible form.

Flash × Korejanai Robo - Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)



The Flash × Korejanai Robo by Zarigani Works, released by McDonald’s Japan in 2014, was part of a unique Happy Meal collaboration featuring DC superheroes reimagined in the quirky, hand-crafted style of the Korejanai Robo toy line. Known for its intentionally “off-model” designs that humorously deviate from traditional heroic looks, this version of The Flash transformed the Scarlet Speedster into a blocky, brightly colored robot with a childlike, DIY aesthetic. The figure featured exaggerated mechanical limbs, lightning bolt motifs, and bold red and yellow hues, capturing both The Flash’s signature speed theme and the playful irony of Zarigani Works’ design philosophy. It stood as a fun blend of American comic iconography and Japanese toy artistry, appealing to both collectors and fans of pop-culture mashups.

Green Lantern × Korejanai Robo - Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)



The Green Lantern × Korejanai Robo was part of the Justice League × Korejanai Robo set created by Zarigani Works for McDonald’s Japan in 2014. This limited-edition Happy Meal toy reimagined DC’s Green Lantern as a quirky, retro-styled robot in the signature “Korejanai Robo” aesthetic—characterized by blocky shapes, bold primary colors, and a handmade toy look that humorously contrasts with the sleek image of the original superhero. Designed to celebrate both Japanese toy culture and Western comic icons, the figure featured Green Lantern’s emblem and a simplified robot body painted in green and silver tones, blending pop-art charm with nostalgic humor.

Wonder Woman × Korejanai Robo - Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)



The Wonder Woman × Korejanai Robo figure was part of the Justice League × Korejanai Robo collection released by McDonald’s Japan in 2014, designed by Zarigani Works. This unique collaboration reimagined classic DC superheroes in the quirky, intentionally “off-model” aesthetic of the Korejanai Robo (“Not This One Robot”) toy line, known for its humorous, handmade blocky style. The Wonder Woman robot featured bright red, blue, and gold colors reminiscent of her iconic costume, with a robotized tiara and star motifs to match. Combining the heroic symbolism of Wonder Woman with the tongue-in-cheek design charm of Korejanai Robo, the figure became a playful collectible that celebrated both pop culture icons and Japan’s distinctive toy artistry.

Superman × Korejanai Robo - Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)



The Superman × Korejanai Robo figure was part of the 2014 McDonald’s Japan Happy Meal (Happy Set) collaboration with Zarigani Works, creators of the quirky Korejanai Robo toy line. This crossover reimagined DC Comics superheroes in the unique, intentionally “off-model” style of Korejanai Robo, known for its retro, handmade look reminiscent of cheap 1980s bootleg toys. The Superman figure featured a boxy, brightly colored robot body with Superman’s signature “S” shield on its chest and a red cape, blending Japanese toy nostalgia with Western pop culture. The limited-edition set also included similarly styled versions of Batman, Wonder Woman, and The Flash, making it a distinctive fusion of comic book heroes and Japanese design humor.

The Justice League × Korejanai Robo Figures -Zarigani Works (McDonald's 2014)


The Justice League × Korejanai Robo Figures (2014) were a quirky fast-food collectible collaboration between McDonald’s (in select Asian markets) and Japanese designer toy brand Korejanai Robo (literally “This is Not a Robot!”), licensed under DC Comics. The figures featured stylised, intentionally “imperfect” and blocky interpretations of iconic characters from the Justice League—designed by Zarigani Works—with articulated arms and a rolling-wheel base so each could also function like a small wheeled “vehicle”. Released primarily in Hong Kong and as a limited McDonald’s online exclusive in that region, the set became notable among collectors for its off-beat design aesthetic (a playful nod to bootleg-style robot toys), its dual release format (blind-box plus McDonald’s premium), and the inclusion of metallic “chase” variants alongside standard versions.

Crazy Bones McDonald's Happy Meal (2000)




The Crazy Bones Chef and Drac toys were part of the McDonald’s Happy Meal promotion in 2000, inspired by the popular collectible toy craze known as Crazy Bones, created by Peter Gosselin and produced by Magic Box Int. The toys featured colorful, cartoonish characters based on the original small plastic figures that children could collect and play competitive flicking games with. Chef was designed as a playful cooking-themed character wearing a chef’s hat, while Drac resembled a friendly vampire, both molded in vibrant plastic to appeal to kids. McDonald’s included these figures as part of a global campaign that combined the excitement of collectible gaming toys with the fun of its Happy Meal line, making them memorable for fans of early 2000s toy promotion.

Chef Crazy Bones McDonald's Happy Meal (2000)


Chef is one of the collectible Crazy Bones figures released as part of the Gogo’s Crazy Bones toy line, which gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Shaped like a tiny cartoonish head with exaggerated facial features, Chef is designed to resemble a cook wearing a tall white chef’s hat, symbolizing his culinary personality. Like other Crazy Bones characters, Chef was made of hard, colorful plastic and used in a marble-like flicking game where players scored points based on how the figures landed. Each Crazy Bone, including Chef, had its own name, design, and personality, making the collection fun for kids who enjoyed trading and battling with friends.

Wow Card Crazy Bones McDonald's Happy Meal (2000)


 

Wow is one of the collectible Crazy Bones figures from the popular Gogo’s Crazy Bones toy line, which became a craze among children in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Known for its expressive face and playful pose, Wow stands out for its wide, joyful grin that perfectly matches its upbeat name. Each Crazy Bone character had its own personality, and Wow represented excitement, cheerfulness, and positive energy in the collection. The toys were small, colorful plastic figures used in various flicking games similar to marbles or jacks, encouraging both collecting and friendly competition among kids worldwide.

Drac Crazy Bones McDonald's Happy Meal Toys (2000)


Drac is one of the collectible figures from the popular Crazy Bones toy line, known for its quirky, character-based designs inspired by various themes. Modeled after a classic vampire, Drac features a bat-like appearance with pointed fangs and a mischievous grin, symbolizing its playful take on Dracula. Part of the Gogo’s Crazy Bones series that gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Drac was among the figures included in McDonald’s Happy Meal promotions in 2000, which helped introduce the toys to a wider audience. Like other Crazy Bones, Drac could be used in a variety of simple games involving flicking and scoring points, making it both a collectible and a fun competitive toy for kids of that era.


 

Tim Hortons Hot Chocolate


 

Tim Hortons Hot Chocolate Mix is a rich and creamy beverage blend inspired by the famous Canadian coffee chain’s signature café drink. Made with high-quality cocoa and formulated to deliver the same comforting, chocolatey taste enjoyed in Tim Hortons restaurants, it can be easily prepared at home by mixing the powder with hot water or milk. This product is produced by Tim Hortons, a brand founded in 1964 by hockey legend Tim Horton and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, under the ownership of Restaurant Brands International (RBI). The mix captures the warmth and indulgence of Tim Hortons’ café experience, making it a popular choice for chocolate lovers worldwide.