“My healthy mind is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help me focus on tasks.”

Antonio Repolyo is Plush and Play’s version of a wise cabbage or repolyo in Filipino. This character was named after Gawad Challenge’s founder, Antonio “Tony” Meloto. Tito Tony, as people would call him, is considered a father in Gawad Kalinga (GK) communities. He shares his passion for social change and community development, and gives sound advice about life in general to whoever needs it.

Just like his namesake, Antonio Repolyo is the Enchanted Farm barkada’s wise adviser. He is a strong leader that values the opinions and knowledge of the people around him, and is still open for new and innovative ideas. He enjoys listening to his friend’s stories, sharing his own, and making valuable and meaningful conversations in the community.

As a vegetable, Antonio Repolyo is loaded with vitamins and minerals that help in energy metabolism and with the regular functioning of the nervous system. This wise cabbage can definitely help you with important processes with its vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin K and folate. Since it is high in fiber, Antonio Repolyo is able to protect the body from damage caused by Free radicals (unstable atoms that damage cells, causing illness and aging) as well as help improve digestion. Aside from being very nutritious, cabbage is also delicious and may be eaten raw or cooked.You may enjoy this vegetable with a wide variety of dishes like salads, soups, stews, and slaws. It is also an easily accessible vegetable. Think about Antonio Repolyo when you plan your next nutritious meal.

As a plush toy, Antonio Repolyo is handcrafted with love by the seamstresses of Plush and Play in Angat Bulacan. The community of seamstresses at GK Enchanted Farm are able to incorporate similar features of Tito Tony in Antonio Repolyo, including his white hair and eye glasses. The plush toy is in full green crystal velboa fabric for the body and filled with polyester fiberfill class A to get the plump shape and fluffiness we love in plush toys. The details are made of felt and hand stitched carefully by the seamstresses.