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Seasoned Aussie hotelier Linda Pecoraro is new Conrad Manila GM

With over 30 years of diverse work experience in the hospitality business tucked under her belt, earned through stints in some of the best full-service and luxury hotels in the UK, Singapore, Australia and Malaysia, Linda Pecoraro is one of the best persons for the job, especially during these challenging…

Welcome The Year of The Ox with auspicious experience

New World Makati Hotel begins the Lunar New Year with premium dining experiences at the property’s renowned Chinese restaurant Jasmine—with options for set menus, all-you-can-eat dim sum, as well as an a la carte selection to savor at home. Signature handcrafted Nian Gao (tikoy) in koi fish and round shapes…

All things glam in one destination

Since its official launch late last year, TokyoGLAM has always been inspired by the Japanese's beauty products and the techniques they utilize. TokyoGLAM founder Michelle Takijima "Being in Tokyo multiple times a year, I've been able to experience the exemplary and incomparable eyelash and nail services. Their standards and service…

Belt Collins for SMDC Mint Residences: Landscaping a masterpiece

By Grace C. Diez Hawaii-based planning, design and consulting firm Belt Collins lends its landscaping expertise to SM Development Corp.’s new, premier development, as the two real estate giants aim to create a refreshing living space amid the urban cityscape. Mint Residences’ exterior view Founded in 1953 by Robert M.…

From regency to contemporary

Salcedo Auctions' first sale for 2021, Gavel&Block, is a feast for the senses, anchored by a capsule series of 19th century European and American pieces from a prolific collector. A French-style long table with ormolu mounts The sale promises a lot of exciting entries that include textiles, pastel-hued canvases framed…

How to ‘staycation’ — new normal style

What happens in a staycation these days? We spend 24 hours at Okada Manila to find out. It used to be so simple. You pick a hotel, you pack a small bag with a swimsuit and your best outfit, and you let your weekender (not-so-far) away from home begin. Well,…

Lawyer launches first e-learning platform for country’s legal professionals

No field or discipline seems to be immune to the effects of the pandemic. And that includes educating and continuously updating the country’s lawyers. One visionary and digital innovator has successfully navigated these turbulent times by launching a groundbreaking e-learning platform for lawyers. Lawyer Peaches Martinez-Aranas of ACCESS MCLE established…

The ING-FINEX CFO names the best in finance in 2020

On November 18, the best of the best in the world of Finance converged at the Hyundai Hall of The Arete, Ateneo de Manila University, for the awarding ceremony of the ING-FINEX CFO of the Year. Welcome remarks by Hans Sicat, managing director and country head of ING Bank Philippines…

Beyond five stars

As foodpanda continues to help the food and beverage industry survive and thrive in the new normal, the on-demand food delivery service takes a moment to honor the outstanding establishments that embody the inspiring Filipino traits of determination and resilience. The pandawards celebrates business and entrepreneur excellence under foodpanda, and…

“EDSA traffic will never be the same again”

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ There’s no stopping Public Works and Highways Secretary Mark Villar and the ‘Build, Build, Build’ team from decongesting the 23.8-km highway, which passes across six cities in the metropolis. “The next generation of Filipinos will never experience the same EDSA traffic that we have…