April 2024 - PeopleAsia

Arden Botanical Estate: A “bloom zone” in the making

BY JOSE PAOLO DELA CRUZ This fast-rising residential and leisure development is shaping up into a modern-day sanctuary — one that’s abloom with natural parks, waterways and landscaped gardens that will feature beautiful local flora. And it’s just one-short expressway drive from Metro Manila. Megaworld SVP for public relations and…

Philippine Wine Merchant and Okada Manila host first-ever “Sake Manila” party

Slated on May 24 at the hotel’s grand ballroom, the dinner event brings together 200 brands of sakes and other drinks from 40 leading breweries and distillers from across Japan. A selection of some of the best and most authentic Japanese cuisine from Okada Manila’s culinary team will also be…

Ramon Ang leads launch of new Ferrari showroom in San Juan City

Businessman Ramon S. Ang led the inauguration of a new Ferrari showroom and service center in San Juan City for Velocità Motors Inc., a subsidiary of San Miguel Corp. and the official importer and distributor of Ferrari in the country. The Ferrari Roma Spider "The Philippines has a rich heritage…

Barbie Forteza’s beauty solution that’s all gain, no pain

Exclusively available at Avignon Clinic, the Zaffiro, thanks to its infrared light technology, promises to leave patients’ skin refreshed and their puffy, sagging facial muscles toned immediately after the first of four sessions. And the best part is, says Barbie, “it’s painless!” Avignon Clinic's Christopher Cachuela and Benedict Sy with…

Crimson Boracay offers “mindful,” earth-friendly packages

Going above and beyond offering guests with a luxurious vacation experience, Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay also envisions a greener and more sustainable future for the planet. Through its sustainability practices, the resort entices its patrons not only with its exclusive and premium amenities, but also with its commitment to…

McDonald’s Philippines celebrates first-ever “Salamuch, Crew! Day”

In its commitment to bringing out the best in its people, McDonald’s Philippines said “thank you” to its hardworking crew members across McDonald's stores nationwide with its "Salamuch Crew" initiative. McDonald's Philippines celebrates its first-ever "Salamuch, Crew! Day," highlighting the culture of kindness and appreciation among its hard-working crew members. "Salamuch,…

Seize the bay at Seda Manila Bay!

Just a stone’s throw away from Ayala Malls Manila Bay, 15 minutes away from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, and half an hour away from the bustling central business districts of Makati and BGC, Seda Manila Bay is an all-encompassing haven for tourists and locals alike in search of a…

Diversity in Trinity

Cartier ambassadors Paul Mescal, Jackson Wang, Yara Shahidi, and Labrinth and JISOO To celebrate various forms of love and friendship, Cartier launches the Trinity centenary campaign featuring five of today’s most prominent and influential celebrity ambassadors. Introduced by Cartier in 1924, it was only a matter of time before the…

French Ambassador Marie Fontanel: “The Philippines should be a reflex for France”

BY JOANNE RAE M. RAMIREZ Photography by Mark Chester Ang Beautiful and slender, she’s got the moves. But make no mistake — she is as graceful on the parquet as she is astute and seasoned on the diplomatic red carpet. Former adviser to French President Emmanuel Macron, diplomat, wife, mother…

Daniel dela Cruz tells a narrative of grace and strength in “Unbridled”

For his latest exhibition, Daniel dela Cruz gracefully transforms elements of hard and sturdy metal into pronounced forms and lustrous silhouettes. "Embracing Change", Brass, copper, solder, with nickel and copper electroplating on a stainless plate and iron base, 2024 To grasp a woman’s soul is to traverse the delicate balance…