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Aperol master class featured celebrity mixologist Symphony Loo

Ask connoisseurs all over the world what the perfect aperitif would be for a hearty meal with friends and family, and they’ll likely mention Campari Group’s Aperol Spritz. For almost 100 years now, the unique bittersweet taste and bright orange Italian aperitif has been the quintessential social signature drink. Aperol…

TV shows to watch out for in 2019

By Hermes Joy Tunac From Monterey to Brooklyn, all the way down to Middle Earth, Westeros and the Four Kingdoms, let your eyes do the traveling with TV's hottest releases for 2019. Game of Thrones, Season 8 After seven seasons and 73 episodes, we'll finally know who will get…

The 1975 set to return to Manila in 2019

By Bryle B. Suralta Fresh off the release of their third studio album A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships, The 1975 is heading back to Manila for a fourth time as they announce their Asian tour dates in 2019. The Manchester-based pop rock band made the announcement on their official…

Here are some facts about the newly-crowned Miss Universe 2018

For the second time in three years, the Philippines is again the home of Miss Universe—and we have Catriona Gray to thank for that! Her impeccable performance in Bangkok, Thailand this year earned for her the adoration of Filipinos as well as other nationalities, including former beauty queens and seasoned…

Addicting, but fat-free holiday treats from FOX+

There’s no stopping Christmas, but that shouldn’t stop you either from watching your favorite stars and celebrities like Julia Roberts, Emma Stone, Steve Carell, Owen Wilson and Kelsey Merritt headline these new shows available “anytime, anywhere” on FOX+ Christmas is fast approaching and 2018 is steadily winding down. As everybody…

Witness a breathtaking view of Manila Bay’s sunset at Okada Manila’s latest attraction

By Hermes Joy Tunac Not a few few would agree that Christmas is the Filipinos' favorite time of the year because of family reunions, gift-giving and loads and loads of good food. While these are all true, the Yuletide season can also mean horrendous traffic, long queues at restaurants and…

Shop for a cause at Sunday’s International Bazaar 2018

The International Bazaar is a much-awaited annual event where goods provided by the Diplomatic and Consular Corps and local concessionaires are sold. This year, the International Bazaar Foundation, Inc. (IBF), together with the Department of Foreign Affairs, brings you the 52nd International Bazaar, which will be happening at the Philippine…

Cecile Licad is back in Manila for an all-Chopin piano concert

Awaken your holiday experience with a much-awaited performance of acclaimed pianist, Cecile Licad, on November 27 at the main lounge of Manila Polo Club in Makati City. Cecile Licad is a globally renowned "Steinway artist." On the said event titled “Cecile Licad: I love Chopin,” she will be playing on a…

The wonderful world of whisky: White Walkers and age-old spirits

By Bryle B. Suralta Back for its third run in the Philippines, Whisky Live Live Manila, the biggest international whisky event in the world, treated Filipinos and various nationalities from the world over to 131 varieties of top-notch whiskies, scotch, bourbons and blends during a two-day event recently. Representatives from…

From Venice to Manila with love, a glimpse of Italian cinema

By Bryle B. Suralta Following the success of last year’s festival, “Italian Cinema from Venice to Manila" (formerly known as “Venice Festival in Manila”) is back with more signature Italian films. Presented by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (ICCPI) and the Philippine Italian Association (PIA), together with…