The art of senses: How reliving irresistible moments help us live happy lives

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January 14, 2026 | 2:00pm

MANILA, Philippines — Have you ever had a moment when you encounter something–maybe a thought, a scent, a flavor or another sensory cue–that gives that quick flush of giddy feeling?

There’s a certain magical quality to these moments when we get transported into a different time in the past, making the present seem just a little sweeter.

Science backs this phenomenon, too. According to an article from Psychology Today, the habit of intentionally recalling positive memories results in greater happiness and satisfaction levels.

They also help boost our appreciation of the present, proving that bridging both can do wonders for our mood.

Finding the kilig in every moment

One of the most powerful ways to spark these feelings is through sensory experiences—a specific flavor or taste that anchors us to that moment and bridges us to the present.

That quick giddy feeling can be best summarized as kilig in our language. Rather than just being romantic, kilig is the feeling that we also get when we have that flutter of excitement and sweetness during heartwarming moments.

Simply put, it is what makes regular moments turn into sweet memories.

It’s that rush of feeling you get when you sit down with your high school barkada to laugh about your teenage years, or those times when you take a bite of something that instantly reminds you of fun afternoons with your family.

It’s that sweetness that brings us closer to the people and places that matter. And just like the sweetness of these moments, nothing is stopping us from enjoying them again and again in new ways.

The connection in every bite

Think of the classic Oreo cookie, for example. For generations, us Filipinos have grown up with this irresistible snack, sharing sweet bites of it with the people we love.

Just as we have grown up and leveled up, the iconic Oreo has also reinvented itself. While its trademark cocoa biscuit and creamy center remain, there are now other irresistibly Oreo ways to enjoy this treat—most notably, Oreo Ice Cream.

Now in cone, sandwich, tub, and ice cream stick variations, Oreo Ice Cream gives us new ways to enjoy its classic taste. Oreo Ice Cream brings together the cookies and cream flavor we’ve all grown up with the velvety vanilla of these icy treats.

Now, it bridges our favorite memories with new ones we can create with irresistibly Oreo moments. No matter how you want to enjoy it, Oreo Ice Cream is still the cookies and cream that we all love, but now in indulgent new forms.

Irresistible memories shared together

Life should be enjoyed like a well-loved dessert, shared with those around us. Positive memories are not only a reminder for us that life was sweet, it is also an inspiration for us to create new, irresistible moments in the present.

Savor life’s indulgence and the simple pleasures that create more joy. And when you need a little reminder of just how sweet it can be, you can grab an Oreo Ice Cream to create those irresistibly Oreo moments.

Oreo Ice Cream is available in leading supermarkets and groceries nationwide. You can choose from Oreo Ice Cream Cone (P49 SRP), Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich (P60 SRP), Mini Oreo Ice Cream Stick (P60 SRP), 450 ML Oreo Ice Cream Tub (P157 SRP) and 1 Liter Oreo Ice Cream Tub (P306 SRP).


Editor’s Note: This press release is sponsored by Nestle. It is published by the Advertising Content Team that is independent from our Editorial Newsroom.


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