Jack 'n Jill Candies Kiddie Brands, in partnership with Puregold, recently turned over a P100,000-donation to GMA Kapuso Foundation’s GIVE-A-GIFT: Feed a Child.

In photo (from left): URC's Monica Galvey, Paolo Licuanan, Yvette Lopez-Dee, Jojit Pacao (3rd from right), Kristine Macaraniag, and Patrick Ong with GMA Kapuso Foundation Director Manuel Dela Fuente (center). More [...]

We have updated our URC Vision and Values statement.
The URC Vision: "To be the best Philippine food and beverage conglomerate with a powerful presence throughout the ASEAN region and China, carrying a wide portfolio of strong brands, equipped with efficient systems and high-quality people."
The Total URC Values are: Passion to Win, Dynamism, Integrity, and Courage.
You'll [...]

Here is the speech that Mr. John Gokongwei delivered at the 20th Ad Congress last November 21, 2007.

With its rich, creamy goodness and delightful sweetness, what could possibly be better than chocolate? More chocolate, of course! Presto Creams' new Double Chocolate offers twice the taste and double the fun to bring you the ultimate comfort food.

Young hotshot director Sid Maderazo, famous for his slice-of-life takes on pop culture, is at the helm of a new TV spot that's sure to get everyone asking: Which C2 are you? Armed with a strong sense of style and a keen eye for visuals, Sid tackles the question head-on in his latest TV opus. [...]

Now here’s a blend of flavors that will surely tickle your taste buds. From Jack n' Jill comes Dynamite Strawberry Choco candy, a delightful combination of the sweet, rich flavor of fresh strawberries and the unmistakable goodness of creamy chocolate.

After taking the Philippines by storm, C2 Green Tea, manufactured by Universal Robina Corporation (URC), is now the hippest new beverage in Vietnam.

Too busy at work to enjoy a proper meal? Satisfy your hunger in minutes with the Nissin Cup Noodles Sotanghon instant noodles in chicken and seafood flavors. Nissin Cup Noodles Sotanghon, which comes in easy-to-hold cups, is easy to prepare: just open the lid and add hot water. In three minutes, you get to [...]

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Jack n’ Jill’s Nips candy chocolate offers creative, colorful gift ideas using Nips Chocolate Ties and Snackbag, Mini Nips, Nips Peanut Ties and Snackbag, Nips Crispies Ties and Snackbag, as well as Nips Porta Packs, which are available in 100g and 25g. Personalize these gifts by adding [...]

Here is the URC Statement on the PET Bottle Issue
The use of PET bottles for cold and hot-fill food and beverages has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) as well as the European Food Safety Authority. Universal Robina Corporation has adopted this innovative packaging for its C2 tea drinks. In [...]

Television's newest heartthrob TJ Trinidad, who stars opposite Kristine Hermosa in ABS-CBN's hit drama series Gulong ng Palad, describes his dream girl in detail in the latest commercial of Jack ‘n Jill Tivoli chocolates.
"I'm not picky, I just want someone nice, smart, has long curly hair with blue highlights ...she's into cross-stitching, has a cute [...]

Payless' unique Fiesta Line introduces two new exciting products that make everyday a delicious celebration for Filipinos: Payless Fiesta Instant Pancit Palabok with Chicharon, and Sotanghon Chicken Guisado!

From Universal Robina Corp (URC) comes Rush Fitness Water, a non-carbonated drink that is best for people who live active and dynamic lives.

This summer until June 11, Chippy Gimikada presents the "Chippy Gimikada Summer Caravan Mall Tour" featuring some of the country’s hottest rock bands.
Chicosci, Stonefree and Callalily are rocking Robinsons Angeles on May 13; 6cyclemind, Chicosci and Callalily at Robinsons San Fernando on May 19; and 6cyclemind, Sandwich and Callalily at Robinsons Imus, May 20, [...]

TV soap heartthrob TJ Trinidad endorses Jack ‘n Jill Tivoli chocolates in a refreshingly funny TV commercial. In photo…TJ at the contract signing with (from left) Enrique Soler, General Manager C.A.S.T. Inc.; June Rufino, TJ’s talent manager; Jenny Orias, Assistant Brand Manager, URC; Ryan Palad, Senior Brand Assistant, URC; and Steve Plibundo, Brand Assistant, URC.

Jack 'n Jill introduces the latest in fun snacking! Light and crispy Crunchee Crisscut Chips, an exciting new snack bursting with savory flavors.
Affordable yet out of the ordinary Crunchee Crisscut Chips will definitely add zing to your snack cravings with its crunchiness and playful crisscut shape. Choose from two yummy variants: Crunchee Crisscut Chips Cheese, [...]

The Philippine Association of Secretaries and Administrative Professionals, Inc. (PAS) will be holding a two-day Convention with the theme "A Leap to a Remarkable Difference", in observance with the worldwide celebration of the Secretaries and Administrative Professionals' Week.

Now, you have not just one but FIVE exciting ways to celebrate life’s sweetest deals, with the new First Five chocolate bar.
First Five offers five mouth-watering ingredients, all combined in one delectable bar! Scrumptious mocha cream is sandwiched between crisp wafers, coated with chewy caramel, and sprinkled with crunchy rice crispies. Then this whole [...]

February may be over but the sweet memories from that love-filled month are still in the air. And for the lucky ones who received extra special treats from Jack 'n Jill, valentine's day was surely a deliciously sentimental day.

Mega brand Jack 'n Jill, makers of well-loved snacks such as Chippy, Maxx Candy, Presto Creams and Magic Flakes, brought lots of delectable fun to some of the country's major fiestas. In photo: the Jack 'n Jill float, in all its colorful glory, paraded through the streets of Iloilo during the recent Dinagyang festival. Jack [...]

Universal Robina Corporation (URC) recently inked a Memorandum of Agreement with the Pasig City Local Government for URC's manufacturing plant in Rosario, Pasig.

Hardcore romantics will tell you that even in the cyber age, chocolates are still among the most popular presents to give on Valentine's Day.

Celebrate 2006 by shedding off those extra Christmas pounds with Nova, the healthy multi grain chips from Jack 'n Jill.

Bienvenido "Pet" Bautista, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Universal Robina Corporation (URC), was recently awarded the Communications Excellence in Organizations (CEO) Award for 2005 by the International Association for Business Communicators (IABC).

The Holiday Season came early at Robinsons Galleria's Dreamscape, as companies of the Gokongwei group treated child laborers to two days of gifts, games and goodies in support of Kapuso Foundation's Give-a-Gift: Alay sa Batang Pinoy project.