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SM North Edsa: Tatang’s edifice of ambition - (Kipp's Mention)

By Kathleen A. Llemit

12/18/2010

At a time when a political uprising and consequent economic instability threatened the country, one man dared to put into fruition his ambition born out of his vision of a convergent place booming with commerce and industry similar to the shopping center development in the United States.

Critics said he was crazy. Seasoned businessmen said it was impractical with interest rates as high as 45 percent. And naysayers were shaking their heads as he was hellbent on building in what was then considered “the middle of nowhere.”

But on he went and built his dream.

In November 1985, Henry “Tatang” Sy Sr., together with his children, opened his first shopping mall, SM North Edsa, in a 125,000-sq. m. lot along the intersections of North Ave. and Edsa in Quezon City. Throngs of people had their fill of dimsum delights at Hen Lin; tried out trendy outfits in Bench, Cabrelli, Alixandre, Vida Doria and Cinderella; had their hair permed, teased and cut at Ricky Reyes; tried out the latest foot craze at Manel’s and My Shoe Rack; bought the latest sports apparel at Chris Sports and Sportshouse; giggled with delight at the little somethings at Papemelroti; got dazzled by the timepieces at Royal Time Emporium and marveled at yards and yards of linens and fabrics at Fabric Warehouse.

Tatang’s edifice was naught without vision. Despite the flurry of political shambles heightened with the February 1986 Edsa Revolution that ushered in a new breed of politicians who toppled down a tyranny that ruled for more than a decade, SM North Edsa grew stronger and added stores after stores that continued patronage from the public given the time’s circumstances.

More delights lured people to SM North Edsa after just a year such as favorite fast food giants Jollibee and McDonald’s, as well as Kipp’s Chicken, Flaming Hot, Goldilocks and Pizza Hut. Shoe addicts had another reason to jump to their feet as Ohrelle, Le Donne, Milani and Mendrez opened shop. Women continued to troop to SM as Karimadon, Karat Gold and Golden Lady opened.

Not to be left behind, shops that would capture male interest also opened such as Our Tribe, Yamaha, Lucky Jay, Toby’s Multi-Time Emporium, Automatic Center and Hahn. People trooped to Great Image and Columbia Photo to have their photos done then found the coolest frames for their pictures at Frameplus. Movie buffs definitely had their fill of the latest Hollywood flicks via Video City and Odyssey, while bookworms immersed themselves in shelves after shelves of classics, fiction and non-fiction items at National Book Store.

Fast forward to 2010, 25 years later: Disbelievers could learn a thing or two from the edifice man as his brainchild went on to become a cultural symbol, a way of life for most Filipinos. Henry Sy Sr. built not just a gigantic 425,000-sq.m. structure that now houses more than 1,100 shops and can fit six units of Airbus A380, but a visionary edifice that epitomizes the Filipinos’ penchant for one-stop shopping and recreational destination. He, along with the 53 pioneer tenants, sees SM North Edsa as a “city” that built their dreams.

In gratitude, Tatang and his family paid tribute to the these first 53 recently at the SMX Convention Center as a celebration of 25 years of fruitful partnerships. 

http://www.tribuneonline.org/life/20101218lif2.html

Kipp's Chicken! by AngelD

When I'm out travelling, I promised myself not to resort to fast food. It'll spoil the chances of eating something new and remarkable. But times were a little tough after an entire day of shopping spree, so there I was scanning the cheapest offer along SM Megamall Foodcourt. Kipp's Chicken first caught my attention for its resemblance (in color cheme and logo) to Andok's. I wasn't that hungry, so I thought this chicken burger and spaghetti combo, which was all mine for only Php63.00, wouldn't be so bad. I liked the spag; the sauce was tasty, it was more than what you'd expect from a fast food.



The classic fast food combo: burger and spaghetti

http://www.yousaytoo.com/kipp-s-chicken/492645

Kipp's Chicken and SM Southmall - by Homer Nievera

http://southofmetro.blogspot.com/2010/10/kipps-chicken-and-sm-southmall.html

Crispy Fried Chicken and Java Rice.

I got my wish a few days ago when went to SM Southmall in Las Pinas for a doctor's appointment at Casa Medica.

I have always equated tasty fried chicken and java rice with Kipp's Chicken. And I believe it's only in SM Southmall that I have tasted Kipp's. That's also probably because they only have 2 other branches: SM North EDSA and SM Megamall foodcourts.

For those who haven't tried Kipp's Chicken, you'll definitely love the gravy. I usually buy extra at 4 pesos, because unlike KFC or Jollibee where gravy is overflowing, at Kipp's, you'll have to buy for an extra small tub. It's worth it anyway.

It's been years since I stepped into SM Southmall. When there wasn't any other SM in Paranaque or Las Pinas, Southmall was the place to do our groceries. They're now doing a lot of renovations in the mall. There's even some construction at the covered parking in the basement.

On this recent visit, I chanced upon Ballet Philippines' performance. Lovely!

Do you know why it took us a very long time to go back to SM Southmall? Sadly, when my then-12-year old son was abducted there, I swore to never go back to Southmall. Yes, Karl was abducted at Bio Research, brought to a nearby establishment outside the mall, and the abductor left him at a nearby arcade when he got Karl's cellphone. Thank God for prayers, Karl wasn't hurt and miraculously returned to us in 2 hours. I hope SM in general has improved it's security over the years. Otherwise, beware!

2 comments:

hardhats said...

some people who order at kfc think the gravy is soup.

October 30, 2010 12:34 AM

Homer Nievera said...

haha really... :)

November 4, 2010 10:35 PM

Pinoy Entrepreneur Feature: Kipp’s Chicken

http://www.pinoy-entrepreneur.com/2010/09/27/kipps-chicken/

Kipp’s Chicken

Sep 27th, 2010 | Category: Foods

Kipp’s Chicken is a home grown fried chicken fast food place in the Philippines since 1981 that promises a great tasting fried chicken even without the sauce.  Kipp’s Chicken offer tasty fried chicken meals that surpasses popular fried chicken fast food chains!  Their humble recipe is locally developed and you won’t be able to taste it anywhere.  Not even the popular fried chicken fast food chains come close to it.  Customers truly crave their fried chicken recipe!

Kipp’s also have other dishes available.  Though they are ordinary and everyday food items, each dish is a special and unique recipe that makes their food truly good and worth your comfort food craving.  Among their best tasting all-time favorites are Fried chicken with their own home style gravy, spaghetti, macaroni salad, chicken fillet sandwich and Chicken burger.

Contact Information:

KIPP’S CHICKEN
Food Court SM Southmall
Almanza Alabang-Zapote National Rd.
Las Piñas City, Metro Manila
Philippines
Tel: (02) 805-2052
Email: kippschickenph@gmail.com

Branches:

Kipp’s Chicken, SM North EDSA
SM Food Court
Sm North Edsa, North Avenue
Quezon City, Philippines
Tel: (02) 927-9466

Kipp’s Chicken, SM Megamall
SM Food Court
SM Megamall, EDSA cor Julia Vargas Ave.
Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City
Metro Manila, Philippines
Tel: (02) 634-0649