They say Filipinos know the way to everyone’s heart through food.
Perhaps Jollibee Foods Corp. is the most concrete example of this, with its popular Chickenjoy meals already reaching other continents.
And so, it’s no surprise that it’s emerging as a crowd favorite beyond Manila.
Earlier this week, Jollibee Singapore was hailed by the Straits Times as the fast-food restaurant chain with the best customer service in the city-state, winning the hearts of the majority of the 10,000 respondents.
‘This recognition from the Straits Times is a validation of Jollibee’s DNA-that our brand is not only about great-tasting food, but also about spreading joy through consistently great customer service,’ said Dennis Flores, president of Jollibee Group Emeaa (Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia).
And what better proof is there in the age of social media than online reviews? According to the homegrown fast-food chain led by tycoon Tony Tan Caktiong, most of its stores in Singapore have an average rating of four stars on Google. It received the same grade on aggregator delivery sites in Singapore.
‘We are grateful to our customers in Singapore for their trust and appreciation, and we remain committed to providing them with both the delicious meals they love and the service they deserve,’ Flores added.
Well-deserved! -Meg J. Adonis
Nuclear dream alive and well
Tycoon Manuel Pangilinan isn’t letting go of his nuclear dreams for Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), with a fresh batch of nuke scholars flying abroad for training.
Seven additional Meralco engineers are set to gain global knowledge on nuclear, particularly from France, Canada, and South Korea.
Just like the first wave of nuclear hopefuls, the new scholars will also be sent to nuclear technology firms for their internship before returning to the Philippines.
According to the group, Meralco Power Academy has teamed up with globally recognized academic institutions to provide its scholars access to cutting-edge nuclear laboratories, join research on small and micro modular reactors, and be trained by leading nuclear technology companies.
‘We are investing in the future of energy by equipping Filipino engineers with the specialized knowledge and global experience needed in the country’s adoption of nuclear power,’ said Meralco executive vice president and chief operating officer Ronnie Aperocho.
‘This initiative reflects Meralco’s commitment to building a future-ready energy workforce and supporting the development of safe, secure, and sustainable nuclear energy for the Philippines,’ the executive added. -Lisbet K. Esmael INQ