TAKING CHARGE Rosemarie Ong, William Belo, and Lorraine Belo-Cincochan It may be very early in the year, but Wilcon Depot had excellent reasons to turn Jan. 21 into an evening of profound celebration. The night was the culmination of a landmark year that saw Wilcon Depot opening the doors of...
As the Lunar New Year approaches next week, The Peninsula Manila invites guests to embark on memorable experiential journeys and festivities that reflect the hotel’s commitment to honoring Filipino-Chinese cultural traditions with elegance and authenticity. Guests of the hotel can...
In celebration of National Autism Consciousness Week, SM Cares, SM Cinema, Autism Society Philippines (ASP), and GMA Pictures partnered to host a successful sensory-friendly screening of the award-winning film "Firefly" on January 17, 2025. Over 2,000 participants across 10 SM malls, including...
The world’s oldest Chinatown is set to come alive on January 29, 2025, as Hotel Lucky Chinatown ushers in the Year of the Wood Snake with a spectacular feast and cultural celebration. The event promises a mix of tradition, entertainment, and gastronomy that will delight guests of all ages....
Banwa Private Island, the exclusive and idyllic private island in Palawan, Philippines, has been honored by The Gallivanter’s Guide , a highly respected travel advisory for discerning travelers. In their 2024 Editor’s Choice Awards, The Gallivanter’s Guide named Banwa Private Island...
As the Year of the Wooden Snake begins, elevate your travel plans with a collection of exclusive, luxurious experiences that fuse cultural traditions with world-class elegance. Whether you're indulging in fine dining, basking in stunning views, or escaping to a peaceful retreat, these exceptional...
Baguio City has always served as the go-to vacation spot for most of us to cool down and escape the tropical heat, earning it the title as the Summer Capital of the Philippines. Temperatures in the beloved destination can go as low as 15°C during the cool season. It’s also home to a...
GORDON RAMSAY chats with the author. (Photo: Christian Carl Quides | Manila Bulletin) Calling Filipino cuisine the “Sleeping Beauty of Asia” for its humbleness and incredible diversity, renowned chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay said it now has its own identity to break into the international...
Conrad Manila appoints Chef Nicolas De Visch as its new executive chef, marking an exciting new chapter in the luxury hotel’s culinary journey. With a career spanning over 30 years in Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East, Chef Nicolas now returns to the...
SM Podium continues to enhance its dining offerings with the launch of Lusso by Margarita Forés, the first Margarita Signature restaurant. Renowned for her culinary expertise, Forés, named Asia’s Best Female Chef in 2016 by Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, brings her distinctive touch to this...
Seattle’s Best Coffee introduces a new spin on a classic favorite with its limited-edition Horchata Collection. Combining the traditional flavors of cinnamon and milk with a contemporary twist, this collection caters to both loyal fans and curious newcomers seeking bold, innovative beverages....
Bianca Umali, star of Encantadia , serenading attendees with a nostalgic medley of Kitchie Nadal songs, Barbie Forteza, lead actress of Pulang Araw , energizing the room with her renditions of "Espresso" by Sabrina Carpenter and "You Belong with Me" by Taylor Swift—this was part of the Y2K vibe...
