ONE WITH NATURE Bhutan Art Tour participants led by Robert and Jetro I have known Robert Alejandro a few decades now. He was the resident artist at Coke Bolipata’s Casa San Miguel Art Center in Pundaquit, Zambales. He wasn’t part of the Philippine documentary show The Probe Team yet. He was shy...
EXPO TEAM The Philippines’ design team with Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco, TPB COO Marga Nograles, Philippine Ambassador to Japan Mylene Garcia-Albano, and Expo Osaka mascot Myaku-Myaku Construction of the Philippine Pavilion for the World Expo in 2025 is well underway with two events...
As the rainy season comes full force, some have started to yearn for the days of summer fun. While it’s still a long way from the return of sunshine, lollipops, and rainbows, you could always whisk yourselves away to your ideal summer paradise through fashion. In Tory Burch’s latest summer...
Kublai Millan Kublai Millan, a renowned sculptor and painter, is holding an exhibition at The Manila Hotel's Art Gallery for the entire month of August 2024. The exhibition, titled "The Land of Premise," delves into the complex history and identity of Mindanao, the artist's home region. Millan's...
BACK TO SCHOOL Students, accompanied by their parents and guardians, during the resumption of classes at Rosauro Almario Elementary School in Manila (Photo Arnold Quizon) By HONEY REYES The K-12 program, which was implemented in 2013 in the Philippines, aimed to align the country’s education...
Do the young people still know who Juan Tamad is? Few characters in Philippine folklore are closer to our national identity, especially when supported by such historic documents as Jose Rizal’s “The Indolence of the Filipino.” Not that Rizal’s essay says it’s true. In fact, I’d say it...
Sawsawan cocktails and Kilaw With its expanding array of curated dining options, Manila offers a wealth of culinary experiences. One unique concept that never fully took off during the pandemic but breams with potential is cocktail-tasting menus. The cohesive drinking experience features a series...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and Ayala Corp.’s Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH) on July 25 signed a memorandum of agreement to make blood supply affordable and accessible to cancer patients. Under the agreement, PRC will deliver blood to HCCH weekly or as necessary during...
Dynamic Brands International Showroom Grand Opening Event Elevating your home to be more cozy and warm is now made easier and more accessible with Schöne Fixture. Schöne Fixture is a premium bathroom and kitchen fixture that brings the German aesthetic to Filipino homes. Their products are made...
SANDWICHED DELIGHTS From left, clockwise: Fish filet sandwich, grilled cheese sandwich with tomato dip, roast beef sandwich, and patty melt sandwich Sandwiches are my all-time favorite. Anywhere I go, I am always on the lookout for them. W hether I’m driving around here in Manila or walking the...
Images KEVIN DE ASIS Everything is happening in Iloilo City and it’s not only because it has been declared the Philippines’ first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. EAT LIKE AN ILONGGO From top: Callos by Kalel Chan and Kieth Bianson; beef tenderloin with gravy infused with tabagak or salted...
Marvin Mitchell, a financial advisor and the founder of Compass Retirement Solutions, utilizes his expertise to guide baby boomers toward a secure retirement. Specializing in areas like 401K rollovers and IRA transfers, Mitchell’s focus is on ensuring clients achieve their desired retirement...
