Jose Paolo Dela Cruz, Author at PeopleAsia

Eat out and give back with Globe’s “Gourmet Giving Series”

Globe and Fine Dining Club Philippines join forces for the “Gourmet Giving Series.” Happening until Nov. 30 across 12 restaurants, this culinary adventure also contributes to the Hapag Movement’s mission of helping Filipinos who are experiencing involuntary hunger. A Social Weather Station (SWS) survey released earlier this year indicated that…

Robbie Santos turns ‘seven’ with 84-look runway show

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ From provocative mesh pants to frilly dresses and trench coats, all the way up to elaborate gowns and tailored men’s suits, there certainly was no shortage of drama in Robbie Santos’ seventh anniversary fashion show for homegrown label Septième Rebelle. Designer Robbie Santos for…

Before you turn 40, turn to science

Life may begin at 40 but your anti-aging and skincare routine should start way before you hit the magic number. The new firming power duo from Clarins Continuously updated using the latest insights and innovations for over 40 years, Clarins’ Extra-Firming line perfectly demonstrates the French beauty brand’s expertise in…

Rolex Shanghai Masters 2023: Bigger, bolder, ‘Federer’

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ After a four-year hiatus, Rolex Shanghai Masters 2023 marked the return of ATP Masters 1000 to China with an expanded 12-day tournament that featured the likes of top seed Carlos Alcaraz, fellow Rolex Testimonees Taylor Fritz, Holger Rune and Jannik Sinner, and eventual champion…

Shang Properties rebrands to mark a new era of luxury living

Shang Properties ushered in a new era of luxury living with the launch of its refreshed brand identity last Oct. 17 at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila in Bonifacio Global City. The renowned developer, which describes itself as a “maestro of exemplary life spaces” unveiled its new logo, branding and upcoming…

PAL Million Milers Night: 441 million miles and counting

From a six-million-miler whose lucky seat saved his business in 1986 to a trip down memory lane -- thanks to Philippine Airlines flight attendants who donned their stylish uniforms through the decades — PAL told the story of its 441 Million Milers in style. Mabuhay Miles and partners celebrate their…

Visual artist Marivic Rufino’s dreamscapes take form in “Scintilla”

Maria Victoria “Marivic” Rufino recently wowed guests at the Conrad Manila as she debuted her latest artworks with “Scintilla: Dreamscapes” for the 25th edition of the hotel’s “Of Art and Wine (OAAW)” exhibit at Gallery C. Visual artist Marivic Rufino (CENTER), with SMHCC executive vice president Peggy Angeles, renowned art…

It’s time to “spill the tea” with Sansó at Raffles Hotel Makati

Spend an art-filled afternoon with the works of a maestro in one of Makati’s most elegant bars through “Sansó at The Writers Bar” — a two-month-long Afternoon Tea Program at The Writers Bar of Raffles Hotel Makati, which will run until Sept. 6. Presented by Fundacion Sansó, a private, non-profit…

“Future wear” designer Ellis Co is “here to have fun”

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ The fast-rising fashion designer, who describes his pieces for streetwear brand .Archives as “future wear,” says that business, at least for now, takes a backseat to creativity and self-expression, as he gears towards launching his 22-piece “Phases/Faces” collection at Misibis Bay this coming weekend.…

InLife ambassadors Sharon Cuneta & Miel Pangilinan encourage Filipinos to dream big

Megastar Sharon Cuneta may have lost 100 lbs. over the course of seven years, but that doesn't stop her — and daughter Miel Pangilinan — from dreaming big, especially now that they are brand ambassadors of the largest Filipino life insurance company. InLife president and CEO Raoul Littaua and executive…