Month: August 2016

Miguel Belmonte: Guardian of a Galaxy

Miguel Belmonte: Guardian of a Galaxy

By JOANNE RAE RAMIREZ   At the young age of 30, Miguel Belmonte was raising a family of 500 — his own children and the 500 employees of the The Philippine STAR Group of Companies. His beloved mother Betty Go-Belmonte had passed away, and the baton was handed on to…
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Thirsty? Get your fill at DrinkManila.com

Thirsty? Get your fill at DrinkManila.com

Manila, Philippines — it's a city filled with people continuously finding more to love about food, drinks, and merriment. Manila's inhabitants infallibly find reasons to raise their glasses and share a toast because, in this city, there's always something to celebrate and be happy about. No one knew this better than publisher Patricia…
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City of Gold

City of Gold

Miladay Fine Jewels opened its newest paradise of treasures at the City of Dreams Manila. A picture of modern elegance, the new store’s interior consists of rich wood veneer finishing and treatment on the storefront, walls and display showcases that evoke tradition and warmth. The new store was recently blessed, finally allowing…
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Closet Special: Winter, Spring, Runways and Fall

There may be no winter in the tropics, but we're definitely cool enough to try on these designer outfits. Whether you're spending the 'cooler' -ber months in Manila, or traveling to cooler climes in the last quarter, make sure to check out these looks for Fall-Winter 2016.   Flower power…
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Modern day heroes

Modern day heroes

Where do you look for heroes these days? Today, they are no longer dressed in katipunero red and brandishing weapons of war as they charge through enemy lines. Modern day heroes fight modern day evils and adversaries with kindness, understanding, and forgiveness. Look closely: the hero you are looking for might simply…
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Flavorful foursome: Your hotel F&B guide for August and September

Flavorful foursome: Your hotel F&B guide for August and September

There are very few things quite as swanky as  dining in  a luxurious hotel. We rounded up a list of properties worth visiting this August and September thanks to their awesome F&B promos and exclusive deals for those months. So keep reading, take your pick and bon appétit! 1. Swiss and Fruity…
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Neil Perez: My Cop Runneth Over

Neil Perez: My Cop Runneth Over

Neil Perez —  Mister International 2015 — redefines what it is to be both a pageant hunk and a policeman. PeopleAsia's Greggy Vera Cruz talks to the handsome cop in this special feature.   Proudly Philippine-made If the names usually associated with pageant crowns are those of women, it was about time…
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Vice President Leni Robredo: Destined

Vice President Leni Robredo: Destined

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ She was a wife with no plans of being widowed; a widow with no plans of running for Congress; a congresswoman with no plans of running for vice president. But like many reluctant heroes, Maria Leonor Gerona Robredo would soon learn, that life isn’t…
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MaArte: The all-Filipino crafts fair returns for its eighth run

With "ber" months just around the corner, bazaar season is going to be in full swing sooner or later! To ease you into the season of shopping Olympics, step into 8 Rockwell Penthouse on Aug.26 to 28 and find yourself waist-deep in awesome finds in this crafts fair that features all-Filipino artisans. The name says…
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Aileen Clemente: Journey to Success

Aileen Clemente: Journey to Success

Bright, dynamic and charismatic, Aileen Clemente has taken Rajah Travel Corp. to new heights. Could she be the tourism industry’s golden ticket to success? When Aileen Clemente’s mother first started Rajah Tours in 1972, it was comprised of only five employees in a small office under the Ambassador Hotel’s stairs.…
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