Holiday Afternoon Tea Set Ushering in the holiday spirit, The Westin Manila celebrated Nov. 6 with a grand Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the hotel lobby. The 25-foot tree, adorned with ornaments made from local materials, features a nature-inspired theme. Drawing from biophilia—the human...
Fillet and lobster tail The Bistro Group is wrapping up the year with an impressive addition to its roster: Morton’s The Steakhouse, which will open its doors on November 25 at Uptown East Gate, Bonifacio Global City (BGC). Known globally for its prime USDA-aged steaks and upscale dining...
As the Philippine government pursues its goal to make healthcare more accessible, RHEA Generics stands as a beacon of hope, championing access to essential medications for all Filipinos. Their recent Generics Awareness Month 2024 event, partnered with the Department of Health (DOH) and Mercury Drug...
Joining the November 7 observance of National Food Fortification Day, Nestlé Philippines cited the urgency of tackling widespread malnutrition and reaffirmed its long-term commitment to do so, especially in addressing micronutrient deficiencies (MND) among young children aged zero to five years....
Photos by Mandai Wildlife Group IN SEARCH OF WILDLIFE Malayan tiger habitat at Rainforest Wild Asia The first phase of Singapore’s fifth zoological park will be launched at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve in March 2025. Accessible from Mandai Wildlife West, Rainforest Wild Asia is set to offer a very...
A FILIPINO CHRISTMAS The Manila Hotel's decor takes inspiration from the Salakot, a traditional Filipino headgear used to shield its wearers from sunlight or rain November marks an exciting time as places left and right start having their Christmas tree lighting ceremonies. The Manila Hotel is one...
By Tio Moreno For many Filipinos who haven’t visited mainland China, the image of the country might still reflect the “sleeping giant” of decades ago—an overpopulated communist state where freedom is restricted, personal possessions are tightly controlled, and a limited use of the English...
A CREATIVE MIND Robert Alejandro will forever be known for the creative energy that he brought into his work (Photo from Facebook) By JACQUELINE LUCERO I personally met Robert Alejandro in 1995 in the heyday and opening of Glico’s Great Adventure at Glorietta 3, a place that was more than an...
SEASIDE WONDER It's hard not to miss the shining blue and bronze color combo of Lanson's exterior From afar, the bronze and blue color combination of the Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila’s exterior is an eye-catch. Walking toward the venue, it was a windy day with a slight gloom in the...
WHAT A VIEW River Arno and the Ponte Vecchio in the background Tuscany in autumn is a great respite from the typhoons and scorching sunshine of Manila in October and November. I accompanied Issa to attend the wedding of her good friend, Annika, and we flew to Italy; making Florence our home base...
BREAKTHROUGH Bettina Osmena and Libet Virata of HWAO, with Mayor Francis Zamora, Keri Zamora, Cong. Bel Zamora-Jornada, and Estée Lauder enterprise marketing and data manager Miccah Doctolero The San Juan Medical Center (SJMC)now has its own Biological Safety Cabinet. If previously the...
Hawker Chan Philippines, a name synonymous with authentic Singaporean street food, has announced the launch of "Hawker Platefulls," an all-in-one meal platter series designed to bring a taste of Singapore to Filipino diners. Known for its affordability and authenticity, the new platters offer a...
