mother's day Archives

First-time mom Iza Calzado on her “best role” yet

By LEAH C. SALTERIO / Photos from Iza Calzado's Instagram account The actress shares with PeopleAsia the highs and lows, and everything that comes in between, of motherhood and how daughter Deia Amihan, despite the challenges that naturally come with child-rearing, has brought out the best in her and husband…

Pinky Pe Tobiano: From ‘Grateful Tuesdays’ to Mother’s Day

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Long before she launched her ‘Grateful Tuesdays’ advocacy, chemist Pinky Pe Tobiano has always thought of Tuesdays as special. After all, it was on a Tuesday that she received one of life’s greatest miracles – her youngest daughter Karrel. Pinky Pe Tobiano with her…

The many ways of saying “I love you, Mom” through food

This May, Raffles and Fairmont Makati help you show your love and gratitude to that special woman in your life by indulging her with unforgettable moments and endearing Mother’s Day memories. On May 14, treat Mom to a luxurious French Mediterranean lunch buffet at Mireio’s Pour L’Amour de Ma Mere…

Bakeshop-resto chain unveils latest creation

Buy a BanaCrunch starting tomorrow, May 12, and you can bring home Conti’s exclusive two-in-one apron-cum-tote bag. Don’t wait until Mother’s Day though, as promo is good while supplies last. Give the sweetest and dearest woman in your life something sweet, but not cloying this Mother's Day. Celebrate the special…

Gifts of love: A Mother’s Day gift guide

Mother's Day is less than a week away. If you're still thinking of what to give your mom on her special day, here's a unique selection of gift ideas you can choose from to bring her more joy. Mother's Day is the perfect occasion to express love and gratitude to…

Say it with floral cakes this Mother’s Day

Conrad Manila celebrates Mother's Day with a series of delightful offerings, including a selection of indulgent feasts and exquisite floral cakes, specifically curated to show appreciation for that special woman’s unwavering love and care. Leading the hotel’s featured creations and offerings are Bru Coffee Bar's three charming floral cake options,…

Pacita Madlambayan: Putting God first in the center of her children’s lives

Widowed at 49 and left with 10 school-age children to raise all by herself, Pacita, now 86 and chair emeritus of Haus Talk Inc., shares with PeopleAsia how she and her children not only survived, but later even thrived through a financial crisis that severely tested and eventually strengthened their…

Aika Robredo on her mom: ‘She’s the quiet strength that has taken us through life’s storms’

BY JOANN RAE M. RAMIREZ Sometimes, children are mirrors of their parents, even as they bloom to be their own persons. Aika Robredo, 34, firstborn of Vice President Leni Robredo and her late husband former local government Secretary Jesse Robredo, is like her mother — articulate and composed. Even the cadences in their…

Answered prayers, realized dreams

By Ivy Lisa F. Mendoza/ Photos by Mark Chester Ang Everybody’s favorite teen star has grown into a multi-awarded actress, wife, mother and businesswoman. She has also evolved into a more pro-active citizen, co-worker and employer. When a call for face shields for frontliners was sounded in the early days…

Kristine Lim: Miracles & Motherhood

By Jose Paolo S. dela Cruz/ Photography by Jar Concengco While it was she who held the paintbrush, it was He who created the masterpiece through a series of miracles that would finally break the consummate melancholy that once lorded over this artist's life. "God is not a statue,” says…