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Robinsons Department Store Back To School Promo

Kick off back-to-school memories with a fun shopping spree at Robinsons Department Store. Get a free lunch bag when you shop for school essentials at Robinsons Department Store branches nationwide.

The best childhood memories happen in school. For 10 months out of a year, students spend most of their time studying their favorite subjects, joining extracurricular activities, and making friends. No matter how old they get, they’ll always carry these priceless moments with them. Seeing kids and teens being excited when they choose new shoes, bags, and supplies is heartwarming—especially seeing them enjoy spending time with their family shopping before the daily school grind starts.

Robinsons Department Store is here to give shoppers the best Back-to-School deals on a wide array of brands. From June 15 to July 15, they can get a free lunch bag with every P5,000 single-receipt purchase. Shoppers can stack promo offers to get more savings and instant rewards, such as up to P400 cashback when paying with a Metrobank credit card, gift certificates up to P500 with BPI cards, and 0% installment up to 6 months with partner banks. Paying with GCash also has perks: get P100 off and a chance to win a new MacBook Neo.

There are more products and deals to discover at Robinsons Department Store this back-to-school season. Check them out below.

Ready for the hallways

Uniforms are a staple in many local schools, and shiny leather shoes are the cherry on top. Robinsons-exclusive brands like Gallardo and Liberte offer stylish, durable leather shoes and rubber shoes for students of all ages. Of course, they shouldn’t leave home without spacious bags from brands like Sky Travel and Urban Muse for all their stuff.

If shoppers buy two shoes and bags from participating Robinsons Department Store brands, they can get 10% off. A good steal for students who want options for the school year.

Dressed-up for all school activities

From weekend meetings to school foundation days, shoppers can copy student-friendly clothes at Robinsons Department Store. Brands like Playground, Stella, and Workshop offer comfortable basics and accessories for kids and teens, as well as Filipiniana pieces for special events. This also encourages self-expression through their outfits.

Make back-to-school shopping more memorable with your kids at Robinsons Department Store. Check out the e-catalog for brands available nationwide.

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Waffles with Chicken Strips Meryenda For Kids

This is such a fun meryenda idea because it’s sweet, savory, crispy, and filling all in one plate. Parang café-style snack, pero homemade and kid-approved. Day 1 of prepping one week of meryenda for the kids, and for today’s special request: waffles with chicken strips!

For the waffles, I used MAYA Original Fluffy n’ Tasty Hotcake Mix. The package recipe uses water, but I replaced it with milk and added a little more than the usual measurement para mas creamy ang batter and mas bagay siya sa waffle maker.

Waffles Recipe

Ingredients:

1 pack MAYA Original Fluffy n’ Tasty Hotcake Mix, 250g
1 medium-sized egg
2 tablespoons oil
1 to 1 ¼ cups milk
Maple syrup, for serving

Procedure:

In a bowl, combine the hotcake mix, egg, oil, and milk. Start with 1 cup of milk muna, then add more up to 1 ¼ cups if needed. The batter should be smooth and pourable, but not too watery.

Preheat the waffle maker and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray. Pour enough batter into the waffle maker, close, and cook until golden brown and lightly crisp outside.

Set aside while preparing the chicken strips.

Chicken Strips Recipe

For the chicken strips, recipe ni ate ito. Simple lang siya but super flavorful, especially with the double coating method para mas crispy after frying.

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Ingredients:

For the chicken and marinade:

500 grams chicken breast fillet, sliced into strips
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¾ cup milk
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 egg

For the coating:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Oil, for frying

Procedure:

Place the chicken fillet strips in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.

Add the milk, vinegar, and egg, then mix again. Let the chicken marinate for at least 20 to 30 minutes para mas malasa and tender.

In a separate bowl, prepare the coating by combining flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Get one chicken strip, coat it with the flour mixture, then dip it back into the marinade. Coat it again with the flour mixture for the second coating. Repeat with the rest of the chicken strips.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken strips in batches until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan para hindi bumaba ang temperature ng oil and para crispy pa rin ang coating.

Once cooked, transfer the chicken strips to a rack or plate lined with paper towel to remove excess oil.

How to Serve Waffles with Chicken Strips

Serve the freshly cooked waffles with crispy chicken strips on the side. Drizzle maple syrup over the waffles, or serve the syrup separately para the kids can add as much as they like.

The combination of soft and slightly crisp waffles with crunchy chicken strips is so good. Sweet, salty, and savory in every bite.

Top 5 Reasons Why You Must Watch Jesus Christ Superstar

I watched Jesus Christ Superstar for the 3rd time already, and honestly? I would still watch it again. Ganun siya kaganda. The music, the cast, the energy, the staging, everything just hits differently live. So kung iniisip mo pa kung manonood ka or hindi, eto na ang sign mo. Here are my top 5 reasons why you must watch Jesus Christ Superstar before it closes.

Top 5 Reasons Why You Must Watch Jesus Christ Superstar

1. Gab Pangilinan. Period.

Let’s start with the obvious: Gab Pangilinan.

Gab Pangilinan with the casts of Jesus Christ Superstar Manila

Our very own homegrown talent is part of this international production, and grabe, ang galing galing niya talaga. There’s something so special about watching a fellow Pinoy shine on a big stage with an international cast. Nakaka-proud in the best way.

She has always been amazing, but seeing her in this kind of production makes you appreciate even more how world-class Filipino talent really is.

2. The story is familiar, but the experience feels new

Most of us already know the story of Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, and the events leading to the crucifixion. Familiar na siya, especially for many Filipino audiences.

But what makes Jesus Christ Superstar so interesting is how it tells the story in a different way. It focuses on the human emotions behind the story: the doubt, fear, loyalty, betrayal, love, pressure, and conflict.

Kahit alam mo na yung ending, iba pa rin when you see it unfold on stage through music, movement, lights, and powerful performances. It makes you listen, think, and feel the story in a fresh way.

3. It’s a rock opera, and that makes it so exciting

This is not your usual musical. It’s a rock opera.

Meaning, halos lahat ng storytelling happens through music, and the sound is bold, dramatic, and full of rock energy. If you think musicals are just soft ballads and big dance numbers, this one will surprise you.

Me and the gang watching the show

There are intense vocals, electric guitars, powerful rhythms, and moments that feel almost like you’re watching a concert and a theater show at the same time. It’s emotional, but also edgy. It’s dramatic, but also cool.

Kaya even if you’re not usually a “musical person,” this might be the show that changes your mind. Lalo na kung mahilig ka sa rock, live music, or performances na may strong energy.

4. It’s closing thisMay 31, last chance mo na!

This is the part where I say: don’t wait too long.

The show is only here until the end of the month, so kung plano mo pa lang, this is your sign to finally book those tickets. Minsan kasi we keep saying, “next time na lang,” then biglang wala na.

And this is one of those shows that really deserves to be experienced live. The music sounds bigger, the emotions feel stronger, and the energy from the cast and audience is something you won’t get from just watching clips online.

Last chance mo naaa. Don’t miss it.

5. Gab Pangilinan again, because we need to support Filipino talent

Yes, Gab deserves another spot on this list.

This is her first time performing with an international cast in this production, and that is such a big moment. Nakaka-proud talaga to see a Filipino artist stand alongside international performers and hold her own so beautifully.

Supporting shows like this also means supporting the possibility of more opportunities for Filipino theater artists. Sana mas marami pang shows, mas marami pang roles, and mas marami pang chances for our local talents to be seen on bigger stages.

Because honestly, they deserve it.

Habol na bago mag-close

Jesus Christ Superstar is powerful, emotional, and unforgettable. Whether you’re a musical fan, a rock fan, a theater lover, or someone who just wants to watch something really good, this show is worth it. The cast is incredible, the music is iconic, and the experience stays with you even after you leave the theater.

So if you haven’t watched it yet, this is your sign. Habol na before it closes. Check Ticketworld and try kung gumagawa pa ang promo code for 50% off

PROMOCODE: SUPERSTAR50

See you at the theater!