Showing posts with label Deep Fried Oreo. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Deep Fried Oreo. Show all posts

Ever Wondered What Working in Snack Corps Look Like?

Thursday, May 11, 2023


I like Oreo dunked in milk or coffee, have Cadbury Dairy Milk after dinner, Toblerone on snacks, and Cheez Whiz on mac and cheese or sandwiches. Did you know that all of these come from Mondelez Philippines? Ever wonder what it feels to work there? Well I do.
 



Raf Baradas is the Senior Brand Manager for chocolates in this corp. As a marketing pro, he deems it important to be a consumer of the products that they work with. He remembers making those triangle sandwiches with Cheez Whiz and eating tons of Oreo for snacks back in college. He's glad he's growing with the company that makes it. He also likes how it's very high paced and see how his love for the products become the same for consumers around the country. He bids this a very fulfilling position on both a professional and personal level. He knows putting importance to consumers made the brands what it is today, and glad how there's a mix of people inside the corp. 
 


Gicelle Medina the Senior Marketing Manager for Meals at Mondelez Philippines on the other hand loves how diverse the people are at work. They also have a huge amount of leaders that they get inspired with, to not only work with them, but learn from their brilliant minds. They guide them and have them learn through trials, with some of the best in the industry. Being a part of this she says has nurtured her professional and personal growth, and loves how Mondelez Philippines continues to be an environment best for those who work in Marketing and want to further their careers.


Now that just wants me to work there too. If you want to know more about them, head on to the Mondelez Philippines site and social channels.





COW

Pushing People to Snack Right: Mondelēz International

Thursday, October 13, 2022


From your favorite cookies, your favorite snacks, the good juice you're having, and that sweet bar of chocolate you love, it's all from Mondelēz International. They're very passionate about bringing you the right snack, and make it the right way. The way you live is changing the way you eat, and they are here to make it right.


Aileen Aumentado says "Purpose Day 2022 coincides with the 10th year of Mondelēz International in the Philippines. When made the right way, our snacks would make a movement to spark positive change with ourselves with the use of our snacks. You are the driving force behind our organization. Together, we empower people to snack right, and will make that change."

This is why they are also implementing programs for their employees so that they take care of mental wellness. Ms. Nelia Dela Cruz the My Rewards Advisor for SEA says "We have an Employee Assistance Program that is available 24/7, even during holidays. It's free and you can talk to professionals where your personal information stays confidential powered by Magellan Healthcare. We believe with the right body, right mind, you can have the right purpose. We also have Maxicare to cater to psychiatric help, for consultations or therapy sessions, teleconsultations, for you and your dependents. This is all for Mondelez International employees in the Philippines if you need mental health support."


PJ Lanot who does talks for different organizations says "Everyone gets a dopamine rush especially when you complete tasks, and when you tell yourself you deserve this. It's celebrating small wins, you get to cherish these moments and it doesn't have to be big.You should also get a dose of serotonin, a mood stabilizer from doing sunbathing, meditation, spending time in nature, exercising and being active. Endorphins is also a good pain killer, you can get it form watching a good TV show, listening to music, watching a movie, donating and giving back, exercising and being active, and laughing."

Mondelēz International has done this with their employees, if you're a business contemplating on making a movement like theirs, don't second guess and make your own move!




COW

Comforting Snacks and Tea at Zoyys Republic

Sunday, May 10, 2015




I know it musn't be the opportune time to tell you about this (since there's recent controversy and all) but I've found a new cozy tea shop near UST, at 1047 G. Tolentino Street in Manila. They call it Zoyys Republic, a brain child of 5 entrepreneurial friends who wanted to have a new bangin place to hang out while having milk tea concoctions, small snacks in a mid modern industrial ambiance right in the heart of the city. We  tried some of their teas and snack items while we were there with my friends from the UE Red Tribe. 


The Interiors



The place is nice. They've got parking space for a few cars since it's part of a building. Inside, they wanted to exude a relaxed industrial feel with some accents of wood and glass fixtures on top of shelves. Honestly, I think they're still trying to find their identity and is finding it a little hard filling up huge walls with artwork, books and knick knacks. What I find cool is the ample amount of seating, the re-purposed doors turned into tables and the large wooden bunk chairs in front of the store. They've also got really good air conditioning, so it would be nice to have an escape from the smoldering heat if the sun outside. It's a little problematic for them because people which mostly are comprised of students in nearby universities think that since it looks a little upscale, that their food would actually be expensive too. But really no, I find their prices quite competitive compared to other tea shops in the area who didn't even invest in interiors. This to me is something of a selling point. You get the feel and ambiance of a high end coffee shop yet you only pay for affordable tea concoctions and snack items from their menu. Which reminds me, we have to talk about that too.


The Food


They're kinda limited to tea and snacks now since there are nearby full blown restaurants who serve full meals nearby, like there's even one in the same building. I like what they came out with though because the snacks entails some really good fried comfort food starting off with Zoyys Republic's Chicken Poppers!




The Chicken Poppers was very crunchy. Think of the bite sized chicken meat pieces that are breaded and deep fried. It's lightly salted but it may taste a bit bland to some; but the goal here is not to have the protein alone. On the side of the crunchy fries are small containers with home made mustard based dips that are both sweet and tangy. The contrast of that and the crunchy chicken was a surprise because I don't think most of us are fond of mustard right? It works though and as I see it, you'll like the combination after a while and you might end up asking for more.



You can pair up these fried numbers with the tea choices that they have inside the store. I chose the Grande Apple Yakult and loved the tangy notes together with the fruity drink. My friends had the Lychee Peach Fruit Tea and the Strawberry Tea that's got a black tea base. It's not too sweet and you can ask them to tone down sugar if you prefer. They've got other things on the tea and Yakult list that are all fruit based. Really good.


For something savory and filling, this is Zoyys Republic's Chili Dog. It's moderately spicy, meaty, and you must make sure to have this while it's hot! It's comfort food at its finest. I suppose guys would have this on their own and ladies could share, but it's so tasty they might finish up an order of this or two. The sausage is pretty big, like a frankfurter that's really juicy. I suggest you order this and the next one if you have friends with you.


For groups, you can opt for the Nachos. It was okay, nothing fancy. It does the job of keeping your mouth busy in between conversations. If you're planning to stay and kill time while you're at Zoyys Republic, go ahead and have this otherwise, have this sinful batch of heavenly goodness. I'm talking about the Deep Fried Oreos.



The first time I saw Deep Fried Oreos was during an ANTM episode when Ann Ward won. She eats tons of this and I guess some people here picked it up. It's super cool that you can find it now in Zoyys Republic. It's sweet and it's the perfect way to end your meal. I mean, I had about 4 pcs and left the rest for my friends. That alone tells you how nice it is, and if there's something you should order before leaving the shop, I must say it should be this bar none!

Zoyys Republic is open from 9AM to 1AM on weekdays and Saturdays while 3PM to 1AM on Sundays. There's a lot more on their menu that I haven't even tried yet so if you're looking for something comforting and affordable, drop by Zoyys Republic at 1047 G. Tolentino Street in Manila. I think it's even near España that you can walk from there, as it's not too far. Bring your friends too while you're at it. Trust me on the deep fried oreos!


COW

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