FORGOTTEN ISLAND Jollibee x Dreamworks


Jollibee and DreamWorks team up for global ‘Forgotten Island’ campaign celebrating friendship and Filipino culture

Jollibee and DreamWorks Animation are teaming up for a global partnership tied to the worldwide theatrical release of Forgotten Island, a new original animated feature that celebrates friendship, family, and Filipino-inspired storytelling.

The collaboration brings together DreamWorks, the studio behind globally recognized films including Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, and The Wild Robot, and Jollibee, the beloved Filipino restaurant brand that makes your favorite Chickenjoy, Yumburger, Jolly Spaghetti and Burger Steak.

The partnership also brings together shared themes of friendship and togetherness. Forgotten Island draws inspiration from Filipino mythology and stories passed down through Filipino families, while Jollibee has long brought people together through shared meals and everyday moments of joy. In the Philippines, the collaboration offers fans an opportunity to experience the film’s themes and Filipino cultural elements through Jollibee.

At the heart of Forgotten Island, from the filmmakers of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, are lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, voiced by Grammy and Academy Award winner H.E.R. and Filipino actress Liza Soberano. The story follows the two friends as they discover a mysterious portal leading to Nakali, a magical island inhabited by mythical creatures inspired by stories from their Filipino families.

 

Their adventure takes a turn when they discover that returning home comes at the cost of losing their memories of each other. Joined by a group of allies, Jo and Raissa must navigate the challenges of Nakali while finding a way to preserve their friendship. 

The film features an international voice cast that includes Dave Franco, Lea Salonga, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, and Ronny Chieng, bringing together global talent and Filipino voices in a story rooted in Filipino-inspired mythology. 

“At Jollibee, we’ve always believed that some of life’s best memories are made around the dining table. Forgotten Island is a beautiful and moving story that reminds us of the power and importance of friendship, something that has always been at the heart of our brand,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. “Through this partnership with DreamWorks, we’re excited to give Filipinos another meaningful way to celebrate friendship, create lasting memories, and share the joy of eating together.” 

To bring the partnership closer to Filipino fans, Jollibee Philippines will introduce the limited-time Forgotten Island Adventure Bundle launching September 16 in Metro Manila and September 23 in all other regions, available until October 31 at participating stores nationwide.

The Adventure Bundle includes Jollibee’s 1-pc. Chickenjoy with rice and Pineapple Quencher, the new Peach Mango Pie à la Mode with Vanilla Soft Serve, Jollibee’s Peach Mango Pie with Chocolate Sauce, and an exclusive Forgotten Island Friendship Charm Bracelet. The bundle is priced at ₱389.

Inspired by the film, the exclusive Friendship Charm Bracelet serves as a collectible that fans can take home as a memento of the partnership and the friendships celebrated in Forgotten Island.

The Forgotten Island Adventure Bundle will be available through dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru, while supplies last.

Forgotten Island, distributed by Universal Pictures, opens in Philippine cinemas on September 23, 2026.

 

 

About Jollibee

Jollibee is a global restaurant brand best known for its world-famous Chickenjoy fried chicken. It was voted No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken in the U.S. in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for three consecutive years and garnered multiple acclaims in various markets.  It is the #1 QSR in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Brunei.  Guided by its purpose to serve great-tasting food and bring the joy of eating to everyone, Jollibee continues to bring people together through joyful dining experiences across more than 1,800 stores in 16 countries. Jollibee is the flagship brand of Jollibee Group, one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world.

 

 

About DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island

Your best friendship is worth fighting for.

DreamWorks Animation, the studio that brought you unforgettable bonds between a boy and a dragon in How to Train Your Dragon, an ogre and a donkey in Shrek, and a robot and a gosling in The Wild Robot, now welcomes a dazzling and emotional story about two lifelong best friends who must come together before they drift apart in Forgotten Island.

The new original film is written and directed by Academy Award® nominee Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado and is produced by Academy Award® nominee Mark Swift, the filmmaking team behind Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.

Grammy and Academy Award® winning supernova H.E.R. and Liza Soberano (Lisa Frankenstein, Alone/Together) star as high school graduates Jo and Raissa, who have been best friends since grade school but are now about to embark on separate life paths.

While celebrating their last night together, Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali, packed with magical and mythological creatures they grew up hearing stories about from their Filipino families. 

 

Some of these figures will become friends, some foes. Joined by well-meaning-but- hapless weredog Raww (Dave Franco) and a small-but-mighty pack of pals, Jo and Raissa must face The Dreaded Manananggal (Tony winning icon Lea Salonga), the most feared creature on the island. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa will race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.

The film’s all-star voice cast also includes Emmy nominee Jenny Slate (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Dying for Sex), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place, Top Gun: Maverick), BAFTA nominee Dolly de Leon (Triangle of Sadness, Ghostlight), global comedy superstar Jo Koy (Haunted Mansion, Jo Koy: Live from Brooklyn) and Emmy winner Ronny Chieng (The Daily Show, M3GAN). 

DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island is distributed by Universal Pictures.

 

About DreamWorks Animation

DreamWorks Animation, a division of the Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, within NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, is a global family entertainment company with feature film and television brands. DreamWorks’ feature heritage includes many of the world’s most acclaimed films and beloved franchises, including Shrek, Puss in Boots, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Trolls, The Boss Baby, Madagascar, The Bad Guys, Gabby’s Dollhouse and The Wild Robot. Collectively, these theatrical film properties have grossed more than $17 billion worldwide. DreamWorks Animation’s television studio is one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, animated family programming, reaching consumers in more than 190 countries with a diverse array of original streaming series and films. The company’s deep portfolio of intellectual property is supported by a robust, worldwide licensing and consumer products practice, as well as award-winning brand experiences through Universal Destinations & Experiences theme parks, live entertainment and more.

 

About Universal Pictures

Universal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios (www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience.  NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks.  NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

 

The ULTIMATE FOODIE CARD

EastWest, foodpanda, and Visa jointly introduced their cobranded credit card at a launch event held in Makati City, where they welcomed media friends for a first look at the new product. It is positioned as the Ultimate Foodie Card for food lovers seeking an instantly rewarding experience for everyday cravings.

The EastWest foodpanda Visa Credit Card offers up to 10 percent cashback on foodpanda orders worth up to Php 4,000 (or cash back worth PHp 400) after which, foodpanda orders will continue to earn 3 percent. It also gives 1 percent cash back on all international spend and 0.3 percent on local transactions, with a total monthly cashback cap of Php 1,000 to be credited weekly to the user’s pandapay wallet. These features bring realtime value to one of today’s most popular digital lifestyles.

“This partnership brings together three brands that drive convenience, value, and digital innovation,” said Jerry Ngo, Chief Executive Officer of EastWest. “At EastWest, we continue to build financial solutions around real daily habits. The EastWest foodpanda Visa Credit Card is another way we make banking easier, turning every meal into a moment of value.”

Built on a shared goal of creating connected experiences, the card is designed to simplify how customers pay, order, and enjoy their everyday essentials. It offers full digital application through the foodpanda app or EastWest Al chatbot ESTA, with approved cards delivered straight to customers and ready for use across all Visa-accepted channels, online or in-store. It also streamlines everyday spending with automatic weekly cashback.

Every new cardholder gets a waived annual fee for the first year, and the first 50,000 approved applicants unlock six months of free pandapro membership plus exclusive vouchers for extra rewards.

“This collaboration is truly the perfect recipe for everyday delight,” said Daniel Jaramillo, Managing Director of foodpanda Philippines. “We believe that every transaction deserves the best reward-food. With the new card and its weekly cashback, our customers get to treat themselves to the food they love, and enjoy instant wins with every purchase.”

“Visa is proud to power this partnership, expanding secure, contactless, and rewarding payment options for Filipino consumers,” added Jeffrey Navarro, Visa Philippines Country Head. “Together with EastWest and foodpanda, we’re enabling the next wave of digital payments in the Philippines.”

The launch supports the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ digital payments roadmap, which targets 70 percent adoption by 2030, and aligns with EastWest’s strategy to embed banking within the everyday digital ecosystems of Filipinos.

To learn more or apply, visit the foodpanda app or http://www.ewlend.com/esta

About East West Banking Corporation

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is a Filipino-owned universal bank. EastWest is a subsidiary of Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC), one of the country’s leading conglomerates with a diverse range of interests including real estate, banking, hospitality & tourism, infrastructure power generation, and sugar. It is not affiliated with any foreign financial institution which may bear the same name. For more information, visit http://www.eastwestbanker.com.

About foodpanda

foodpanda Philippines currently operates in 192 cities and municipalities across the Philippines and is continuously expanding foodpanda is a subsidiary under Delivery Hero, a worldwide leader of the food delivery industry. For more information, visit http://www.foodpanda.ph.

Through the foodpanda website or via the new iOS and Android apps, customers can enter their address and view a curated list of restaurants and shops serving their neighborhood. Once they have found their choice, they can place an order in the comfort of their home or office, paying online through foodpanda’s secure platform or via cash-on-delivery The order is then carefully prepared by the restaurant or shop, picked up by the foodpanda rider and delivered straight to their doorstep.

Jollibee Celebrates its Christmas Treats with “SweetFest @ The Dessert Museum”

Jollibee made the holidays even sweeter with their Sweet Fest event in The Dessert Museum, celebrating their newest offerings that deliver Holiday Joy in Every Cup.

Guests were treated to a fun and flavorful experience filled with sweet surprises and photo-worthy moments as Jollibee promoted its indulgent new lineup – the Iced Vanilla Coffee, Iced Caramel Coffee, Iced Vanilla Float, Iced Caramel Float, and the Rocky Road Sundae made with KITKAT®. Each one combines different flavors and layers of texture and delight – turning every sip and spoonful into a celebration you can taste.

The event captured the spirit of Christmas with Jollibee – transforming everyday into joyful holiday moments. With these new creations, Filipinos can now experience the sweetness of the holidays, one refreshing cup of coffee or sundae at a time.

“We wanted to capture that unique Filipino feeling of excitement when the holidays begin,” shared Pamie Cruz, Marketing Director. “These Christmas Treats are our way of giving everyone a sweeter way to celebrate the season.”

With Jollibee’s new Coffee Blends and Sundae, fans can now taste the joy and indulgence of the anywhere, anytime starting at only PHP 60.

Celebrate the season

with Jollibee’s new Christmas

Treats, available for a limited time only! Order now for dine-in, take-out, drive-thru, or delivery via the Jollibee App, JollibeeDelivery.com, or #87000.

For all the latest updates, like Jollibee on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Philippines on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on X, Instagram, and TikTok.

About Jollibee

Jollibee is the largest fast food chain brand in the Philippines, operating a network of more than 1,700 stores in 17 markets.

With a strict adherence to the highest standards of food quality, service and cleanliness, Jollibee serves great-tasting, high-quality and affordable food products to include its superior-tasting Chickenjoy, mouth-watering Yumburger, and deliciously satisfying Jolly Spaghetti among other delicious products.

Jollibee has embarked on an aggressive international expansion plan, with international branches in the United States, Canada, China (Hong Kong & Macau), Brunei, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom.

SMASHING LEMONS

Lam Heung Ling – Hong Kong’s No. 1 Lemon Tea Franchise Celebrates

1st Anniversary in the Philippines with “Buy One, Take One” Promo on September 15

Manila, Philippines – Smashing Lemons, Lam Heung Ling, the internationally acclaimed lemon tea franchise from Hong Kong, proudly marks its first anniversary in the Philippines this September.

Celebrated as Hong Kong’s No. 1 handcrafted lemon tea brand, Smashing Lemons officially entered the Philippine market in 2024 through a franchise partnership with Smash Foods Inc.

To thank its growing community of fans, the brand is rolling out an exciting one-day only

“Buy One, Take One” anniversary promo on September 15, 2025, available at all Smashing Lemons branches in the Philippines.

Founded in 2019 in Zhangjiang, Guangdong, Lam Heung Ling pioneered the handcrafted lemon tea movement in Asia, creating a refreshing beverage experience that blends authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and a commitment to health-first brewing. With over 800 stores globally-spanning China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, and now the Philippines – the brand continues to dominate the tea scene with its 100% freshly brewed, handcrafted drinks.

Offering over 30 unique lemon-based beverage varieties, Smashing Lemons has captured the hearts of tea lovers around the world.

In the Philippines, Smashing Lemons has quickly grown its presence with multiple locations in high-traffic commercial centers across Metro Manila.

The anniversary promo will be available on September 15 at the following branches: SM

City Manila, SM City East Ortigas, SM City Caloocan, SM City San Lazaro, SM City Fairview and S&R BGC, Taguig City.

This celebration marks more than just a year of success — it reflects the brand’s vision to continuously innovate and expand. With new in-line stores and pop-up concepts in the pipeline, Smash Foods Inc. is committed to bringing the signature Smashing Lemons experience to even more Filipinos nationwide.

Join the celebration on September 15 and enjoy refreshing, handcrafted lemon tea-Buy One, Take One for one day only!

For Collaborations and Franchise

Opportunities: email at smashinglemons@gmail.com.

For Media Inquiries:

Joselito “Toots ” O. Tolentino

0947-298-5003

Publicist | Smashing Lemons, Lam Heung Ling

Choose Your Flavorite: Jollibee’s Crunchy Chicken Sandwich Now Comes in Three Bold Flavors – Featuring New Endorser Andres Muhlach!!!

Andres Muhlach the new face of Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich

Manila, Philippines – June 23, 2025 — Jollibee takes crunchy, juicy goodness to new heights with the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich now available in three bold dressing flavors-featuring two new exciting limited-time offer (LTO) options, Golden BBQ and Chili Cheese, alongside the fan-favorite Creamy Ranch. Designed to give chicken sandwich fans more ways to indulge, the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich is all about choice, flavor, and full-on sarap.

To kick off the flavorful celebration, Jollibee introduces Andres Muhlach as the new face of the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich. Already part of the growing Jollibee family, Andres now brings his youthful charm, star talent, and undeniable energy to champion this exciting line of bold flavors.

“May pagka-thrill-seeker talaga ako as a person, always searching for adventure. I love food that’s crunchy, flavorful, and exciting—and Jollibee’s Crunchy Chicken Sandwich really delivers,” said Andres. “What’s even better is that now, you can pick your favorite flavor and make the sandwich your own.” The Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich line-up features Jollibee’s signature crunchy chicken fillet, hugged by soft-glazed buns and made even better with bold, crave-worthy sauces. There’s the already popular Creamy Ranch, which is tangy and creamy with just the right richness; the new Golden BBQ, a smoky-sweet dressing; and the debut of Chili Cheese, a cheesy blend with a balanced kick—perfect for those who like a bit of spice.

With these bold flavors, the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich sets the bar even higher for what a chicken sandwich can be. Whether you’re loyal to one flavor or on a mission to try them all, the campaign invites you to rally behind your top pick and ask: What’s your Flavorite?

Perfect for a wide range of food-lovers who enjoy good food and fun discoveries, the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich is now available in the following options:

Solo: P62

With Drink: P87

With Fries & Drink: P125

Also available in Mix & Match: P88

Available now, these flavor-packed sandwiches are already making waves in stores nationwide. Fans are already picking sides-are you Team Creamy Ranch, Team Golden BBQ, or Team Chili Cheese?

Whichever you choose, one thing remains true: Lahat, serving sarap!

Choose your flavorite! Try the new Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich flavors now and have ’em safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda!

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For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Philippines on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on X and Instagram.

About Jollibee:

Jollibee is the largest fast food chain brand in the Philippines, operating a network of more than 1,500 stores in 17 countries. A dominant market leader in the Philippines, Jollibee enjoys the lion’s share of the local market that is more than all the other multinational fast food brands in PH combined. With a strict adherence to the highest standards of food quality, service and cleanliness, Jollibee serves great-tasting, high-quality and affordable food products to include its superior-tasting Chickenjoy, mouth-watering Yumburger, and deliciously satisfying Jolly Spaghetti among other delicious products.

Jollibee has embarked on an aggressive international expansion plan, with more than 270 international branches in the United States, Canada, China (Hong Kong and Macau), Brunei, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Italy, Spain, and in the United Kingdom.

Australian Table Grapes Make a Sweet Return to the Philippines – With New Flavours and Familiar Favourites

Australian table grapes have made their return to the Philippines, bringing a fresh wave of high-quality, delicious fruit from one of the country’s best harvests in recent years.

Thanks to favourable growing conditions-warm sunny days, cool nights, and well-timed rainfall-the 2024-25 season has delivered exceptional quality grapes, with increased volumes and a standout eating experience.

“This season’s grapes are among the finest we’ve ever exported,” said Jeff Scott, CEO of the Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA). “They’re crisp, sweet, and full of flavour everything Filipino consumers expect from premium Australian fruit.”

“With industry partners like the Australian Table Grapes

Association (ATGA), we are proud to continue strengthening Australia’s close ties with the Philippines.

We hope these campaigns and investments in market showcase how important the Philippines is as a trusted trade partner of Australia,” said Luisa Rust, Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner of the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) in Manila.

The ATGA is launching an extensive in-store promotional campaign across major Philippine retailers including The Marketplace, Shopwise, Robinsons Supermarket, S&R, Landers, Metro Supermarket and Joel’s place. These activations will feature eye-catching displays, sampling activities, and information about the taste, origin, and quality of Australian grapes.

While long-time favourites like Autumn Crisp-with its large clusters of firm, giant green berries that are crisp, bursting with sweet flavour, and a subtle hint of muscat-and Candy Dreams, a seedless black grape with small to medium sized berries and a flavour immediately recognisable as Labrusca-like, remain popular staples, this year’s offering also includes a broader range of grape varieties designed to excite the palate. Many of these new seedless varieties offer unique textures and flavour profiles

-from crisp green grapes with a honey-like sweetness, to juicy black grapes with deep, almost berry-like undertones, and even varieties with floral, muscat-like aromas. These additions reflect Australia’s commitment to innovation and consumer-driven production, catering to Filipino shoppers’ growing interest in discovering premium and distinctive fruit.

“There’s real curiosity in the Philippines for new taste experiences, especially in the fresh produce aisle,” said Jesse White, International Marketing Manager at ATGA.

“Australian grapes are meeting that demand with a mix of trusted classics and exciting new varieties that we’re confident will become household favourites.”

In 2023-24, the Philippines remained one of the top destinations for Australian grapes, with over 8,500 tonnes shipped and the market ranking fourth among Australia’s global table grape export destinations. With a strong supply and increasing consumer interest in premium imported fruit, ATGA expects continued growth in the year ahead.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Media Contact: Sarah Mogol

Email: +63917 689 1119

About the Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA):

ATGA is the peak industry body representing Australian table grape growers. It is dedicated to advancing the interests of its members through advocacy, research, and marketing initiatives that promote the quality and sustainability of Australian table grapes in domestic and international markets.