Founded in 1993, way before all these major coffee chains were present in

Manila, a group of coffee lovers and enthusiasts got together and dreamt of a
cafe where they could lounge and entertain friends and business associates,
a relaxing place which fulfilled their demanding taste for great coffee, delicious
pastries and excellent service. This dream developed into a concept and soon
the concept became Figaro Coffee.

The name FIGARO was thought of by the directors as an idea to complete the
Italian/European concept. They wanted to come up with a name that is widely
recognized but not commercially and commonly used. The "Opera: Barber of
Seville" has the song "Figaro" which popularized the name, thus Figaro was
born.

On its debut in November 1993, with a managing partner and two (2)
employees, the first kiosk was born in the Glorietta mall of the Ayala Center,
Makati. This kiosk was mysteriously called the "F" store. It was the first of its
kind. The outlet had all the coffee and tea paraphernalia, sold freshly roasted
coffee beans and was the first to introduce flavored coffee beans in the
Philippines. While the coffee market was not yet mature at the time and
people were skeptical, the brand drew a following and soon enough, built its
own customer base and loyal customers. People loved the European caf
concept, delicious coffee, excellent service and affordable prices.

Through the years, more and more Figaro Coffee outlets opened throughout
the metro as the company perfected its franchise business model and
systems. Championing local Barako coffee, Figaro has also become the
epitome of what a world-class global homegrown Filipino brand can become.

Now with over 90 outlets worldwide, Figaro continues to strive for excellence
through stability, customer service, and top-notch quality and value for money.

OUR STORY
Goldilocks traces its roots to the collaboration and complementary talents of the women
whose collective love for good food fueled what has been transformed into the global
enterprise today.

THE GOLDILOCKS FAIRYTALE

Once upon a time in 1966, two sisters, Milagros and Clarita and their sister-in-law Doris,
decided to open a small bakeshop along Pasong Tamo Street in Makati. A third sister, Maria
Flor, suggested that they name the enterprise "Goldilocks", after the character in a fairy
tale. The intention was to make it easier for children and their mothers to remember the
bakeshop's name, and also because it suggested luck and prosperity.

Welcome to Pancake House!

As familiar as a childhood friend. Thats how we feel about Pancake House. Its amazing to
realize its been around since the 1970s, growing with us, celebrating our happiest
moments with family and friends, cheering us up when we needed it most. Everyone of us
has a favorite Pancake House dish- its on our mind and we can almost savor the taste of it
even as we walk through the door and hear the warm greeting.

The pioneers still remember the early Pancake House from Magallanes or the Ayala
Arcade. Seated in bright orange and pink booths, with old movie posters on the walls, they
barely noticed the time pass as they enjoyed generous helpings of our famously fluffy
pancakes.

Today, we are happy to keep welcoming new generations of friends like you into every
Pancake House- in Magallanes and the rest of over 100 franchises around the country and
overseas. Take your pick from a deliciously complete menu to satisfy you morning, noon,
evening, and at all times in-between.

Whichever generation youre from, Pancake House is always here to welcome you, like a
well-loved friend. To celebrate your favorites. To create new memories. To bring home
goodness.

GOLDEN ABC
GOLDEN ABC, Inc. originated in the Philippines in 1986. Fueled by the vision of being the most admired Asian fashion
brands company, GOLDEN ABC, Inc. creates and sells its own ready-to-wear clothing and accessory lines. These are
produced, marketed and retailed under a fast-growing, dynamic family of
brands: PENSHOPPE, OXYGEN, FORME, MEMO, REGATTA, TYLER and its direct selling subsidiary RED LOGO.

GOLDEN ABC, Inc. is a recognized pioneer in the Philippine fashion retail scene, leveraging the latest business innovations
to grow all areas of its business, from operations and sales to design and partnerships. It was the first in the local retail
industry to use bar coding and electronic data processing technology in tandem with department stores. GOLDEN ABC, Inc.
introduced and enforced top-of-the-line product and distribution control with its concessionaires, transforming the way
retailers do their business. It was also the first in the industry to install SAP in its back-end offices.

From the date of inception, GOLDEN ABC, Inc. has grown into a formidable retail force. It has built a strong presence, with
more than 500 stores across the Philippine archipelago and has expanded beyond Asia by opening stores in the Middle
East. GOLDEN ABC, Inc. is regarded by both consumers and the industry as one of the most successful fashion retail brand
builders in the country today. The company continually reaps successes in merchandising, marketing and retail, and has
been distinguished by independent market researchers, industry stalwarts, and local and foreign award-giving bodies alike
not just for its brands but in its corporate pursuits as well.

GOLDEN ABC Inc. had very humble beginnings. Bernie Liu was an architecture student who decided to venture into an
informal business of designing and producing t-shirts for school and corporate giveaways using the modest sized garment
factory owned by his family. When he graduated and passed the board, he only briefly worked for the familys lumber
business because he realized the potential of branded retail prompting him to return to their garments business.

They launched Penshoppe in March 1986, just a month after the EDSA People Power revolution. It thrived in the Visayas
and Mindanao regions, and in 1991 officially became a national brand when it opened its first Manila boutique in the then
newly opened SM North EDSA Mall. By then, Penshoppe had already evolved into a lifestyle brand offering more than just t-
shirts. Growth continued for the company as it created more brands catering to different market segments: Oxygen in 1996,
Memo in 2002, and ForMe in 2004. In 2009 it made its first acquisition, Regatta, to complement the companys already
existing portfolio. GOLDEN ABC has also since gone beyond brick and mortar stores when in 2008 it opened its subsidiary
Red Logo, a direct selling company. In 2011, GABC added to its roster premium fashion brand Tyler.
The history however does not end here as GOLDEN ABC continues to reap success and leap forward into achieving its
vision.

Fresh N' Famous Foods, Inc. owns and operates a chain of franchises restaurants under the name
Chowking. The company is based in Pasig City, Philippines. Fresh N' Famous Foods, Inc. operates as a
subsidiary of Jollibee Foods Corp.