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<p>MANILA -- Check out some of the latest news in the local food scene.</p><p>These are not endorsed by ABS-CBN News. </p><div><strong>BAKER J&#x27;S FRENCH BREADS, PASTRIES</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-cube-croissant.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Baker J at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City in Alabang is offering a selection of French breads and pastries, each made using modern and traditional techniques. </p><p>Some of these include the Baguette, Sourdough, Mixed Seeds Loaf, Dried Fruits and Nuts Loaf, Almond Croissant, Cube Croissant, Pain Au Chocolat, and Pain Au Raisin.</p><p>Baker J is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. for take-out and deliveries. Orders can also be made through the recently launched Baker J app, with more details on the store&#x27;s social media pages. </p><div><strong>BONIFACIO HIGH STREET&#x27;S AL FRESCO SPOTS</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-sentro-1771.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Bonifacio High Street (BHS) in Taguig has listed some of its outdoor dining options, featuring both family favorites and date spots. </p><p>These include The Wholesome Table, 205, Ooma, and Kiwami Food Hall at BHS Central; Wolfgang&#x27;s Steakhouse, Sunae Asian Cantina, Cafe Mary Grace, Kashmir Indian Restaurant, La Picara Manila, and Nikkei Nama Bar at One BHS; and TGIFriday&#x27;s and Italianni&#x27;s at BHS.</p><p>More details are available on BHS&#x27; Facebook page. </p><div><strong>BURGER KING&#x27;S PLANT-BASED CHICKEN SANDWICH</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-burger-king.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Burger King Philippines has launched the Plant-Based X-tra Long Chicken, a meatless alternative to one of its best-selling sandwiches. </p><p>The fast food chain said this comes after the success of the Plant-Based Whopper, which was first released in 2020. </p><p>The Plant-Based X-tra Long Chicken consists of a crispy 6-inch plant-based patty developed by The Vegetarian Butcher, topped with lettuce, plant-based mayonnaise and placed between sesame seed buns. </p><p>It is currently available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery in all Burger King stores within Luzon, and will be offered nationwide by the end of March. </p><div><strong>CONTI&#x27;S CELEBRATES WOMEN EMPLOYEES</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-contis-(4).jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Conti&#x27;s Bakeshop and Restaurant revealed that three women are behind its success, and even more Filipinas have risen from the ranks within the company.</p><p>Sisters Angie Conti-Martinez, Cecile Conti-Maranon, and Carole Conti-Sumulong attributed the success of their brand to their workforce. </p><p>Among the women employees they acknowledged are admin and operations manager Ivy Par, who started out as an office assistant for Conti&#x27;s in 2003; Imelda Mica, a junior branch manager who is celebrating her 21st work anniversary with the company this September; and Babylyn Paulino, who now holds the position of junior cluster manager after starting out as a cashier.</p><div><strong>HERSHEY&#x27;S RELEASES &#x27;HERSHE&#x27; BARS</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-hershey.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Hershey&#x27;s Philippines has transformed its chocolate bar packaging into a canvas of achievements and contributions of four Filipinas.</p><p>In time for International Women&#x27;s Month, the company collaborated with Malou Perez, Kate Alvarez, Sabrina Tamayo, and Fredeswinda Samonte, whose photos are laid out in designs to showcase their stories to the public.</p><p>Perez heads PAWSsion Project, an organization rescuing and rehoming<br/>distressed cats and dogs, while Alvarez created SOS or Survivors of Suicide and Depression, an online mental health support group. </p><p>Tamayo&#x27;s Project SMILE aids persons with disabilities by connecting them with employment and other sources of livelihood and support, while Samonte of PGH&#x27;s Cancer Survivors Organization works actively to help support cancer patients.</p><p>Nica Babia and Eunice Carbonel, two up-and-coming Filipina illustrators, created the artworks.</p><p>More details are available on Hershey&#x27;s Philippines&#x27; social media pages. </p><div><strong>JOLLIBEE&#x27;S COOKIES &#x27;N CREAM SUNDAE</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-jollibee-cookies-n-cream-sundae.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>This summer, Jollibee is bringing a classic favorite with its Cookies &#x27;n Cream Sundae, which consists of vanilla soft serve topped with a whole Oreo, crushed Oreos, and chocolate coating.</p><p>Priced at P45, it is available in all Jollibee branches in Metro Manila, and will be available nationwide starting March 29.</p><div><strong>RESORTS WORLD MANILA SWITCHES TO CAGE-FREE EGGS</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-eggs.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Resorts World Manila (RWM) has committed to using only cage-free eggs across all hotels and food and beverage outlets by 2025 as part of its sustainable culinary initiative. </p><p>Batangas Free Range Chicken, a social enterprise, is one of the partners which will supply products to RWM&#x27;s hotels and F&amp;B outlets. </p><p>RWM said it is the first integrated resort in the Philippines and the Asia Pacific region to make a commitment to cage-free egg sourcing. </p><p>In recent years an increasing number of restaurant, hospitality, retail and packaged food brands have pledged to use only cage-free eggs in the Philippines. Resorts World Manila is the first Integrated Resort in the Philippines and in the APAC region to make a commitment to cage-free egg sourcing</p><div><strong>SALADSTOP&#x27;S SUMMER OFFERINGS</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-saladstop-(2).jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>SaladStop recently introduced its summer offerings, the Summer Fling and the Sunny Slush Smoothie. </p><p>The Summer Fling (P365), which can be enjoyed as a salad or as a wrap, is a mix of romaine, kale, roasted chicken, quinoa, carrots, sweet corn, grapes, and pomelo, jazzed up with a citrus sesame lime dressing.</p><p>The Sunny Slush Smoothie (P160), on the other hand, carries a sweet and tangy blend of mango, lemon juice, honey, and chia seeds. </p><p>Both products are available at SaladStop&#x27;s Metro Manila and Cebu stores until May 31. </p><div><strong>SEATTLE&#x27;S BEST RELEASES SKIPPY COLLECTION</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/03/25/03252022-seattle-s-best.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Seattle&#x27;s Best Coffee has unveiled its Skippy Peanut Butter Collection, which is now available in all of its branches nationwide.</p><p>The Skippy Hot Choco is a non-coffee-based drink made with dark chocolate sauce, milk, and Skippy Creamy Peanut Butter. </p><p>Coffee enthusiasts looking for a different take on their favorite drink can try the Skippy Iced Choco Java, a cold drink crafted with a shot of espresso, white chocolate mix, and Skippy Creamy Peanut Butter. </p><p>Meanwhile, the Dreamy Skippy Cookie Javakula is an ice-blended beverage with a shot of espresso, dark chocolate sauce, Skippy Creamy Peanut Butter, whipped cream, and peanut cookies.</p><p>All products are available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery via Seattle&#x27;s Best&#x27;s Messenger account, GrabFood, Foodpanda, and Pick.A.Roo. </p>