From left: Exhibit curator Nestor Jardin, SMHCC president Elizabeth Sy, featured artist Stella Rojas, guest of honor Alice Reyes, and Conrad Manila general manager Fabio Berto Conrad Manila is thrilled to introduce a new collection of artworks at the 32nd installment of the hotel’s highly...
The taste of iconic Bacolod Chicken Inasal has been loved by many Filipinos, especially those from its place of origin, Bacolod City. This dish is a cultural and culinary icon in the Philippines known for its distinct flavor that screams Filipino spices and tender texture. In fact, it has been...
In the past weeks, I have been going through the speeches of the late President Ferdinand E. Marcos (PFEM), the 10th president of the Republic of the Philippines. Purely by chance or as a natural progression of sorts, I was tasked by his daughter to organize his written works and annotate them. You...
Carlo Ledesma Carlo Ledesma, the 49-year-old director, is back with a vengeance and his return vehicle is no less than the Netflix-produced film Outside , a Black Cap Pictures production shot entirely in Negros Occidental. What inspired him to create a zombie-infested world? “I am an...
When the human body moves, its sole purpose is to get us from point A to point B. In this fast-paced world, we set our goals to get tasks done as fast as possible. We are steadfast in continuing the daily grind, focused only on partaking of the hustle culture that puts food on our tables. When was...
THE HONG KONG EYE A spectacular high point at Central Harbourfront, the venue of this year's Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival Following last year’s post-pandemic return with a bang, the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival is showcasing over 350 booths, offering quality wine, as well as spirits and...
The 16th PCP Professional Photojournalism and Documentary Photography Workshop is going to the Visayas! The workshop will be held in Borongan City, Eastern Samar on November 20-24, 2024. PCP, in partnership with the provincial government of Eastern Samar, is bringing the only...
The wet season in the Philippines brings more than storms and rains - it also brings a surge of illnesses. While colds and coughs are most common, the Department of Health warns of more serious diseases they call the WILD: Water-borne diseases, Influenza, Leptospirosis, and Dengue, which can be...
Bacardi, the multi-awarded rum brand, has launched a limited-edition Bacardi bottle featuring a glow-in-the-dark design for Halloween. Media representatives were invited to a food pairing event showcasing these Halloween-themed cocktails. No Halloween celebration is complete without spooky...
When I received an invitation from Abigail Sy, co-founder and managing director of Bravefoods Global Concepts Holdings, for a private tasting party of their latest venture, I knew I couldn’t miss out. In the short period of time that I’ve known her and her husband Kim Sy—who is the...
This Halloween, Jose Cuervo is celebrating Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with the launch of its limited-edition Calavera bottles, available in the Philippines this October. These bottles, adorned with vibrant designs, are more than just containers for the tequila brand’s popular Especial...
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan has reopened this year after a challenging recovery from Typhoon Odette, which struck Cebu in December 2021. Located in Lapu-Lapu City, the resort was among many properties that faced significant damage during the storm. After months of restoration, Crimson has...
