The Destonos team As Destonos founder and CEO Shirley Dy explains, the launch of their sculptural furniture collection in the Philippines is happening only now because she believes the Filipino public is finally ready to appreciate their mission, vision, and design philosophy. Thirty years ago, she...
Fresh from his judging stint at the Bench Design Awards (BDA) 2025, Japanese fashion designer Mihara Yasuhiro led a party at Studio Dimensione in Taguig City. What was he celebrating? The launch of a pop-up spotlighting his brand, Maison Mihara Yasuhiro. Not only did he bring his shoes and...
Those in the know will tell you that for some decades now, when one is looking for the best in beauty, skincare, health, and lifestyle over-the-counter products, South Korea has been taking the lead and has remained at the forefront of this retail niche. From the dewy skin look to the popularity of...
Chic, fun, and full of wonder—that’s how luxury retailer Rustan’s envisions the summer season. To fully invite everyone to get lost in the moment and make the most of the sunny days, it launched its latest campaign, dubbed “Moments of Summer,” with a cruise-inspired party at Rustan’s...
The Hand and Heart Foundation founder, Gen Diokno, leading the deaf guests in a song, 'Reach' by Gloria Estefan, with Neil Pedrosa providing the vocals. The Hand and Heart Foundation found a ready partner in Discovery Primea and mounted a successful silent art auction paired with a tasting menu...
Manny B. Villar, Chairman of the Villar Group of Companies, welcomes leadership speaker, Francis J. Kong, to the Sandiwa Sales Conference Vista Land commemorated 50 years of creating thriving communities and fulfilling the Filipino dream of homeownership with a landmark event: Sandiwa . Held...
Vincent Marcos, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and DTI Secretary Cristina Roque A glorious afternoon event, titled the Philippine Cuisine and Ingredients Show, ushered in this year’s Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) National Food Fair on Wednesday, April 9,...
Victor T. Lim, former BSP governor Amado M. Tetangco,Jr., Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, and Tan Ching (Photo by Vicson Tan) Photos by Vicson Tan The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) has elected industrialist and philanthropist Victor Lim as...
LET'S GO All ready for the Streetscape opening Streetscape at Shangri-La Plaza Mall is a new dining concept that elevates and diversifies the offerings within a single passageway of the mall. While it already boasts a variety of wonderful dining options, the team behind Shangri-La Plaza has taken...
MOLTO BENE Venchi's showcase table An imaginative pairing of Venchi with traditional Filipino meals at different times of the day sounds like an exciting showcase for chocolate collaborations. But when this concept became reality at a recent afternoon event hosted by Venchi in partnership with M...
First Vita Plus Marketing Corporation president/CEO Rhodora 'Doyee' Tactacan-Tumpalan Rhodora “Doyee” Tactacan-Tumpalan is no stranger to the world of business. Having grown up in a family that brought life to Marikina City’s booming shoe factory empire, she had spent a good chunk of...
Betty Sy (far right), at the Sining Filipina Awarding Ceremony Sining Filipina is a nationwide art competition for women, which is in its second year. With intent, the competition culminated in an awarding ceremony at the end of March, making it part of SM Supermalls’ Women’s Month...
