French

Hennessy XO: an eXtra-Ordinary night

Hennessy XO: an eXtra-Ordinary night

Picture this: a group of about 10 people or so convene almost every day at 11 in the morning in a cellar whose wall panels, floors and ceiling have all deeply absorbed the rich aroma of the fine drink it has produced within in its very corners. The atmosphere is almost ceremonial,…
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A Bout of Passion

A Bout of Passion

Cooks, chefs and overall food lovers will disagree over many things. Sweet or savory? Hot or cold? Is cooking a science, or an art? The list of points of opposition is longer than you might think, but there is one point of convergence among all of them: the recipes, the…
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Beauty is no mirage at Le Maquillage

Beauty is no mirage at Le Maquillage

by SARA LOU DE LOS REYES | Le Maquillage - even the way its syllables escape your mouth feels luxe and sophisticated. From its name to its interiors and its resident stylists, everything about La Maquillage communicates a mastery of the beautifying process. Its launch was held on March 1 was…
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Vatel: France in the City

Vatel: France in the City

By GIANCARLO LUIGI ROJAS With fresh talents manning it, the De La Salle – College of St. Benilde’s signature restaurant cooks up a storm. Vatel is a French inspired dining outlet launched in 2010. It is run by students taking a degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management. Aside from…
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