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Takbo #ParaSaLife
14 January 2025
Takbo #ParaSaLife is a special fun run event organized by WeKenRun in partnership with Home Credit, aimed at promoting fitness, community, and financial wellness.
This race is not just crossing the finish line, but also about supporting a cause that empowers lives. Whether you’re running for a personal best or simply for fun, join us in this meaningful event and take part in a journey that champions both physical and financial well-being. Let’s run together for a brighter future!
Registration link: https://wekenrun.com/products/takboparasalife
Now in its third year, foodpanda Logistics’ much-anticipated “Pautastic Event ng Taon” Year-End Party honored its hardworking Ka-panda delivery partners once again recently at the Aseana City Open Grounds, Parañaque City.
The annual celebration grew bigger and better this year, introducing a new level of excitement and inclusivity by welcoming Ka-pandas’ families and friends to join in the festivities.
A Celebration of Dedication
The year-end party served as a heartfelt tribute to the dedication and commitment of foodpanda Logistics’ delivery fleet. This year, the event kicked off with the Ka-panda Rider Caravan, where Ka-pandas had their accounts checked and updated, ensuring a smoother experience for the year ahead.
The caravan also opened doors for aspiring delivery riders, allowing non-Ka-pandas to explore joining the fleet.
Pre-Show Highlights
The pre-show lineup featured fun and engaging booths from official event partners, offering food, beverages, and interactive activities. A standout attraction was the bamboo earning booth, which showcased how Ka-pandas could accumulate bamboo points through successful deliveries.
A Ka-panda joining one of the interactive activities during the event. These points were redeemable for exclusive foodpanda merchandise, adding an extra layer of excitement to the celebration.
Evening of Entertainment and On-Stage Fun
OPM band Spongecola performing in front of the delivery partners as the main act of the party
As the night unfolded, attendees enjoyed stellar performances by some of the most beloved OPM artists, including Sponge Cola, I Belong to the Zoo, and Arci Muñoz, along with other special guests, making it a memorable evening of music and entertainment.
Ka-pandas also participated in exciting on-stage games and a raffle featuring fantastic prizes. For those unable to attend in person, the event was live-streamed on Facebook, allowing delivery partners across the country to join the fun virtually and have a chance to win prizes.
The celebration was made even more special with the support of brand partners like CignalPlay, Mega Prime Foods Inc., Seaoil, and Realme and official transport partner Angkas. Major sponsors, including Universal Robina Corporation, Surf 2 Sawa Powered by Converge, Bida Fiber Powerbed by Converge, Jack N’ Jill Snacks, Jack N’ Jill Lush Sour, Jack N’ Jill Maxx, Jack N’ Jill Hello, Goodday, GoTyme, Converge, Ropali, Caltex, Kawasaki, Motoworld PH, Commonwealth Hospital & Medical Center, Cut Encarnacion, Motivo, and Sulit Chicken, contributed to making the event an exciting and unforgettable experience for all attendees.
D’Best Ka Ka-panda
foodpanda logistics is doubling down on its commitment to its Ka-panda delivery partners with ‘D’Best Ka Ka-panda’, its flagship program aimed at uplifting and supporting delivery partners in five core areas: safety, well-being, personal development, community, and welfare perks.
Over the years, foodpanda logistics has refined its delivery partner initiatives to consistently deliver on what they value and find ways to best support and enhance their delivery experience. ‘‘D’Best Ka Ka-panda” will house both existing and new welfare and engagement initiatives.
“We want them to feel valued, supported, and empowered in their partnership with us,” said Ron Sanders, Rider Experience Lead of foodpanda logistics Philippines. He also expressed his excitement about this year’s event. “Our Ka-pandas are the backbone of our operations, and this celebration is a way to give back to them. This year, we’ve leveled up the event, ensuring it’s not just a party for our delivery partners but also for their loved ones. It’s our way of saying thank you for their incredible dedication throughout the year.”
Sanders also highlighted the importance of fostering a sense of community among delivery partners. “We want our Ka-pandas to know they’re part of a family that supports and celebrates their achievements. The ‘Pautastic Event ng Taon’ embodies that spirit of unity and appreciation.”
Parqal in Prestigious World’s Most Beautiful Emporiums List
24 September 2024
(SPOT.ph) For the 10th edition of the Prix Versailles, a.k.a the prestigious World Architecture and Design Award of UNESCO, there is a familiar name in the list that stands out to Filipinos. To be more specific, in its 2024 “World’s Most Beautiful Emporiums” category. It is none other than the fairly new mall in Parañaque: Parqal. Yep, cue the “Uy, Pilipins!” meme here.
Here’s what we know about the Parqal Prix Versailles award:
Parqal is alongside Dior in Geneva, Switzerland; SKP in Chengdu, China; Nouvelles Galeries in Annecy, France; Sabyasachi in Mumbai, India; Bookshops at the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, and Boucheron Ginza in Tokyo, Japan—a total of seven newly opened or reopened emporiums.
According to the press release, the seven emporiums will be “competing for the 2024 World Titles: Prix Versailles, Interior and Exterior.” The laureates will be announced at the UNESCO Headquarters on December 2.
The mixed-use development in Parañaque boasts lined-up buildings—housing retail, wellness shops, restaurants, services, and even offices—connected by a 300-meter-long canopy. In the middle of the mall are open spaces like an amphitheater and a courtyard, with bouts of greens. Its architecture and design are courtesy of Aedas Architects and Visionarch.
Parqal has open spaces where they hold fitness classes and other events in.
The ampitheater.
Parqal opened around September of last year and is the flagship development of Aseana City.
“Emporiums are amongst the top identifiers and influencers of today’s changing societies. Because of their heightened sensitivity to visitor numbers, they are compelled to reinvent themselves in the most promising ways,” says Jérôme Gouadain, Secretary General of the Prix Versailles.
“This collection, this sample, of the world’s most beautiful emporiums, demonstrates the many paths that lead to business that is truly open to the aspirations, needs, well-being and environment of local inhabitants,” he added.
The Prix Versailles recognizes not only the “world’s most beautiful” emporiums but also airports, campuses, passenger stations, sports, museums, hotels, and restaurants. They highlight the “primary role of the Laureates in beautifying and improving the living environment.” ICYDK, the Clark International Airport was also included in last year’s “World’s Most Beautiful Airports.”
The next World Selections: Airports, Campuses, Passenger Stations, and Sports will be announced on September 30.
Parqal is located along President Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard., Barangay Tambo, Aseana City, Parañaque City.
Parañaque City – Nearly a year after its grand opening, Parqal, the flagship development of Aseana City, proudly introduces the latest addition to its development: Bounce at Parqal, an outdoor sports complex designed to cater to sports enthusiasts of all levels. This new facility reinforces Parqal’s identity as Aseana City’s main street, where live, work, and play, come together.
Strategically located within Parqal’s expansive open spaces, Bounce at Parqal offers a wide range of sports amenities that complement the existing lifestyle features of the development. The complex boasts two multi-purpose courts, ideal for pickleball and volleyball, and a basketball court with dimensions matching FIBA standards. A standout
attraction is the full-sized 2,213 sqm football pitch, which accommodates both 9v9 and 5v5 matches. The football pitch is currently home to young athletes training under the Azkals
Development Academy, founded by former Bundesliga player Coach Stephan Schröck.
Aerial shot of Bounce at Parqal at night
Booking a game at Bounce at Parqal is also as easy as it is exciting. Reservations and payments can be made seamlessly through a dedicated online reservation portal (https://bounceatparqal.com/), making it convenient for players to organize matches and events.
Bounce at Parqal is a space that promotes a stronger sense of community in Aseana City through sports. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for a fun way to stay active, Bounce at Parqal offers something for everyone.
Parañaque City, Philippines – Far from the traditional enclosed office spaces of the past, D.M. Wenceslao’s latest mixed-use development, Parqal, introduces a vibrant work ecosystem designed to enhance productivity, foster community, and promote a healthy work-life balance within Aseana City’s workforce. At the core of Parqal’s philosophy is the concept of “third spaces”, coined by sociologist Ray Oldenberg in his book The Great Good Place (1989). Third spaces refer to locations for social interaction and public relaxation separate from home and office. While often subtle, third spaces have organically existed for centuries. Today, visionaries like D.M. Wenceslao prioritize creating spaces that go beyond mere functionality and provide resources and opportunities for people to connect.
One of the concepts of third spaces is the integration of indoor and outdoor areas where people can gather and make connections. Photos by Pollen Pixels captured during the RUN ASEANA community run at Parqal.
Parqal, dubbed as Aseana City’s main street, boasts a network of office spaces seamlessly integrated with retail and commercial services, along with amenities that support the community. The development comprises of nine four-story buildings with retail and commercial spaces occupying the first and second floors, and offices located on the third and fourth floors. From expansive outdoor spaces such as the courtyard and amphitheater to sports complexes, Parqal fosters a holistic approach to the well-being of office workers. Central to Parqal’s design is its focus on walkability and pedestrian mobility. To better serve the community, a “floating canopy” was built offering shade and protection from Manila’s unpredictable weather. Planning third spaces also involves evaluating how people can move within the area while being shielded from harsh weather conditions and noise pollution – challenges that Parqal has creatively addressed. The canopy serves as the flagship spine of Aseana City’s sidewalk master plan, covering about 5,000 sqm of the development’s linear greenway spine.
“With the increasing demand for office spaces in the Metro, Parqal aims to offer not just a place to work, but a chance to feel home away from home, said Buds Wenceslao, CEO of DMWAI. “Parqal is radically changing the work experience of the Philippine office population by providing them easy access to world-class public spaces and amenities that promote relaxation and social connections. At the end of the day, it’s really about building a happy community.”
Since opening its doors in September 2023, Parqal has quickly become a vibrant hub for a variety of exciting events. From hosting the Big Bad Wolf Booksale, Toycon Launch, Nikon Day 2024 to the upcoming Aurora MLBB event, this development promises much more in store. Parqal also proudly hosts the weekly community run of Aseana City, known as Run Aseana, in partnership with R.O.X (Recreational Outdoor Exchange) and Run With Pat.
Parqal not only redefines the workplace with its best-in-class public spaces and facilities but also serves as a benchmark of how collaborative and forward-thinking work environments should be.
Follow Parqal’s social media accounts to learn more about the development’s latest news and events.