SEASON OF BLOOMS Flowers give the browns and beiges, the tans and taupes, the off-whites and ochres of Cappadocia's volcanic landscape in central Turkey in May (Photos by author) I will take inspiration from a flower, in eternal bloom, for if it has wilted, is it still a flower? The remains of a...
WHAT'S HOT? New and exclusive only to Wolfgang's Steakhouse Grill is the Lomo Saltado, a homage to Peter Zwiener's Peruvian heritage The first in the Philippines and only third of its kind globally, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Grill opens at the luxury integrated resort and casino complex, City of...
GOOD FOR YOUR MIND Pick up a hobby to help yourself cope with stress It was my birthday the other day and I decided to reacquaint myself with the art of doing nothing by doing something I enjoy a lot, arts and crafts. Inspired by the coronation of King Charles III on May 5 and his declaration of a...
TO PH-ISRAEL FRIENDSHIP Apostolic Nuncio Charles Brown, Israeli Ambassador Ilan Fluss, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos, and DFA undersecretary Carlos Sorreta The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines celebrated a historic event on May 4, marking the 75th Independence...
By mae LLorraine Rafols-Lorenzo Photos Jovel Lorenzo Love and death—these are two words you never want to encounter at the same time. While we all desire love in our lives, the mere mention of death instills the fear of losing those we hold dear. Death carries an undeniable finality, a prospect...
By Peach Aragon The first time we celebrated Mother’s Day, our daughter was three years old and I was 41. It was such an emotional day for me because, truth be told, I never really thought I’d ever get to celebrate being a mother. I am an adoptive mom to Angel (not her real name), now seven....
By Danah Gutierrez In an age when females view motherhood as just an option (with the choice to totally decline its call), it’s amazing to see how select women have stepped up to the plate to serve their homes and families as they embrace this demanding role. World-renowned professor and...
HAYAHAY Have a signature Visayan massage at the resort’s Sea Tree spa A quick getaway to the islands of Bohol during this time of year is always a good idea. Pristine, blue waters rich in marine life, breathtaking views, and the draw of a slow-paced way of living that’s only possible on a...
Novelist and essayist Barbara Kingsolver once said that the strength of motherhood is greater than natural laws. Youth fades, [romantic] love droops, and the leaves of friendship fall, but a mother’s secret hope outlives them all. These words by physician and poet Oliver Wendell Holmes, meanwhile,...
IT’S A PARLON PARTY Parlon partners with beauty businesses throughout the nation to provide customers with an easy browsing, buying, and booking experience After years and years of dreaming of a more convenient way to access services related to beauty and wellness, Claire Ongcangco decided to...
FROM FARM TO FASHION Michelle Dee’s National Costume is a way to honor farmers for their hard work, created by Nueva Vizcaya-born Michael Barassi Farmers are the backbone of any society. Taking in the responsibility of providing citizens with essential crops and food to survive, they truly...
Choco Berry Torte Cake No matter who you are, there’s always an unmistakably motherly presence that helped mold you. So on their special day, show your appreciation because it is the best time to say “thank you” for their light, support, and love. These superwomen, the moms and the 'misis’...
