September 2021 - PeopleAsia

Megaworld offers sophisticated urban living with The Albany

Inspired by the ultra-luxury apartments around Hyde Park in London, The Albany rises in one of the most sought-after addresses in Metro Manila — Megaworld’s 34.5-hectare township known as McKinley West. The Albany, located in McKinley West Located just beside Forbes Park and the Manila Polo Club, McKinley West has…

1Sambayan picks Leni Robredo as presidential bet for 2022 polls

After a months-long selection process, the 1Sambayan Group has finally named Vice President Leni Robredo as its presidential contender. Robredo, according to the group's leader, Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio, was chosen for her "integrity, competence, track record, patriotism, vision for our country and winnability," among other criteria. The next…

Table of earthly delights

Situated inside Nurture Wellness Village in Tagaytay, Farmer’s Table is probably one of the best definitions of what a “locavore” restaurant, Philippine-style, is. By Alex Y. Vergara If you can’t bring the food-laden table to the diner, then bring the diner to the table. But what’s on the table isn’t just any…

“What’s Up with My Skin?:” Teens get the skinny in new book

A creative guide series and information primer, “What’s Up with My Skin?” by Dr. Clarissa V. Cellona is a quick, informative read, not only for teens dealing with skin issues, but also for their parents who encounter the same questions and concerns from their kids. Dr. Issa v. Cellona answers…

Inside Rep. Charlie and China Cojuangco’s pre-church wedding dinner

Tarlac First District Rep. Charlie Cojuangco and wife China Jocson-Cojuangco celebrated their upcoming church wedding through an intimate dinner attended by a few close friends. The two are set to say their “I dos” once more in October — this time in front of the altar. Rep. Charlie & China Cojuangco…

Experience the luxury ride of your life with the new Lexus ES

If you're considering buying not just a brand new car, but one of the ultimate luxury sedans available today in the market, then the all-new Lexus ES could be the ideal car for you. Renowned for its quiet, smooth performance and high levels of cabin comfort and spaciousness, the latest…

17-year-old photographer gives rare glimpse of the oceans in new book

Using his trusty Sony Rx100 camera, up-and-coming photographer Ganden Medved-Po gave readers a rare glimpse of life beneath the surface with his book, “Life Below Water.” "Life Below Water" by Ganden Medved-Po A joint project with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) – Philippines, “Life Below Water” is a…

Philippine fashion icon Criselda Lontok passes on

Criselda Lontok, the fashion designer best known for her eponymous label at Rustan's, dies at 81. Criselda Lontok / Photography by Sara Black In a 2013 interview for PeopleAsia, Criselda, who was then one of the magazine’s “People of the Year” awardees, gave readers a glimpse of how she evolved…

‘I will be a healing president:’ Isko Moreno vows

BY ALEX Y. VERGARA Manila Mayor Isko Moreno is taking a giant leap, as he gears to cross the Pasig River from Manila City Hall to Malacañang Palace, when he formally announced his intention of becoming the country's “Healing President” come 2022. Presidentiable Manila Mayor Isko Moreno with running mate…

Dr. Kaycee Reyes launches YouTube channel advocating beauty that begins from within

In her maiden episode, the skin and preventive medicine doctor will be featuring one of the country’s most beautiful and well-loved showbiz families. In her desire to reach out and inspire more people to embrace a more comprehensive approach to health and beauty during this pandemic, Dr. Kaycee Reyes, skin…