MEET THE CHEF Lulu's Pie owner Paul Zamora Tonight is the night—Noche Buena awaits! But if you have yet to decide what to serve on the midnight table and you have chicken lying around, and ground pork, and maybe chorizo de bilbao lying around in the freezer, you might consider whipping up a...
By VIMINALE A CAPULSO OPEN YOUR DOORS In the spirit of good faith, the Yuletide season is a perfect time to give to those in need (Photo Freepik) I still can’t shake the image off my head. She would have been beautiful at her age, a proud swan in the peak of womanhood. Yet, at 35, her shoulders...
NICE AND COZY Snow holidays have become a popular choice for Asian travelers Club Med, a global leader in snow holidays, has unveiled the results of a recent survey on travel motivation for snow holidays. The study delves into key considerations and trends, uncovering useful insights that...
(Photo Freepik) Christmas isn’t simply a season of merrymaking. It is one big convolution. Even its history is unclear. Yuletide is believed to be rooted in several other significant occasions. Chief among them are the Winter Solstice, Saturnalia, and the Nativity of Jesus. The latter is the most...
Illustration Randrian Panopio I’ve always had happy Christmases, except two. The first was Christmas in 1991, when my boss sent me to look for a printer that could on a very nonexistent chance still be open after the holiday rush on Dec. 24 and I ended up so tired I slept through Noche Buena. The...
JUST THE NORTHERN LIGHTS Right as autumn strikes, the Northern Lights are a spectacular natural show best viewed from the North Pole (Santa Claus Village website) In the distant reaches of the North Pole, a lone elf stands above the flight tower to ensure the weather conditions are optimal for...
The viral and sensational Chef RV Manabat, known for his millions of social media followers on Youtube, Facebook, and Instagram, the brains behind the self-named Chef RV Cafe in Biñan, Laguna, has launched his Christmas Recipe Collection, to include treats such as Chicken Ham, Blueberry...
A BIRD'S SANCTUARY Bamseom Island, along the Hangang River, serves as a resting spot for several migratory birds 50 Best has announced that Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 awards, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, will be hosted in Seoul, South Korea on March 26, 2024. This...
GIVING ITEMS SECOND CHANCES From left: to right Gaurav Bhasin, chief strategy officer, Carousell Group; Marcus Tan, co-founder, Carousell Group; Tharman Shanmugaratnam, president of the Republic of Singapore; Quek Siu Rui, co-founder and CEO, Carousell Group; Lucas Ngoo, co-founder, Carousell Group...
It’s that time of the year again when we all settle down together to celebrate Christmas. As a time-honored tradition during the holidays, many families find that enjoying a movie together is one of the many activities to wind back and spend quality time together. We’ve gathered up a list of...
(Illustration Freepik) In diplomatic life, change is a constant companion. The challenges of moving extend beyond the logistics of packing and unpacking. As I navigate this season of transition alongside fellow diplomatic spouses, the echoes of shared experiences resonate deeply. It’s a...
As we enter the holiday season, it’s a time for joy and cheer. But it always pays to play it safe, especially since flu cases appear to be on the rise. Flu is a contagious respiratory illness that can affect anyone, young and old. To stay healthy this Christmas season, here are some tips to...
