Central Square Archives

Pinky Tobiano wears humanitarian hat for typhoon victims

Weaving her unique brand of magic on the table, the chemist and tablescape diva teamed up with West Elm and Pottery Barn in a one-night only buying event to help displaced families in Bustos, Bulacan, where she is also part of the community. West Elm and Pottery Barn recently lent…

Are you ready to shake up, Manila?

By Hermes Joy Tunac The long wait is finally over, as Shake Shack, the New York-born American fast food chain, officially opens in the Philippines on May 10 at Central Square in Bonifacio Global City. Known for its 100 percent all-natural Angus beef burgers, griddled flat-top dogs, fresh-made frozen custard,…

TWG celebrates its sixth year in PH with a special menu

By Hermes Joy Tunac Whether you’re going for an afternoon tea or searching for a restaurant that serves hearty meals, TWG Tea Salon & Boutique should figure prominently in your list of choices. With its chic interiors, relaxing background music, and signature tea cups and flatware, the restaurant is bound…

Lighting up the city: Tree lighting ceremonies in the Metro, part 1

With Christmas right around the corner, everybody in the city is gearing up for festivities. See how some of our favorite spots in the Metro have kicked off their own celebrations. Tinseltown Diamond Diamond Hotel turned into Tinsel Wonderland with the lighting of its new Christmas tree in the…