Orlina at Manila House and Raul Isidro Exhibit

The mere mention of Orlina conjures a legendary status in the art world, eliciting raves like “Wow, this is an Orlina.” The invitation featured a photo of his Volkswagon adorned with flowers. The Flower Power birthday dinner was held last week at Manila House, and garbed in his customary scarf, the man of the moment…

Good Glamour

It is clearly Philippine society’s favorite and has become the most desireable invitation in the social world. Last Sunday the chic crowd got ready for glamour at Philippine Tatler’s 16th anniversary ball held at the Grand Ballroom of Shangri-La at the Fort. The Tatler Team, headed by Irene Francisco, Anton San Diego, Mia Borromeo, and…

Swiss for My Sweets: Indulging in the Best Switzerland has to Offer

Marco Polo  Ortigas  Manila’s “All Things Swiss” was an afternoon delight replete with Swiss cheeses, Swiss cuisine, wine, and music, in celebration of its 725th National Swiss Day and presented in partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland. Swiss partners, media, and society gathered at the Marco Polo Ballroom for the event, as master of ceremonies Rapha Kiefer, a Swiss himself, and the hotel’s Swiss general manager Frank Reichenbach welcomed Embassy of Switzerland’s deputy head of Mission, Raoul Imbach. For…

Society Boodle Fight

Celebrating the good life with family and close friends, man of the moment, Consul Louie Ablaza, recently celebrated his 78th birthday with a barrio fiesta boodle fight lunch. Louie realizes the importance of celebrating the milestones in our lives, as well as taking time out to get away from it all. Thus, their castle estate, Amelia, in Cavite was the…

Favorite Haunts of the Jet Set

Philippine Tatler Traveller upholds its reputation for featuring the favorite posh haunts of the jet set. Going strong on its ninth volume,“The Art of Luxury Travel” glossy is infused with the creative genius of its managing director Irene Martel Francisco and editor Mia Borromeo.  Raffles and Fairmont Makati with its managing director David Batchelor and…

The Quintessential Baltic Cruise to Russia aboard the Emerald Princess

Our Scandinavian-Baltic cruise to Russia was truly the quintessential destination. Rupert and I can now put a check mark in our “bucket list of places to visit” – particularly the Hermitage and its environs. Dazzling sights to behold too were St. Isaac Cathedral’s massive dome which is covered with 220 pounds of gold, the Grand…

Philippine Tatler Celebrates ‘Tatler Homes

The highly prestigious Philippine Tatler, known for its red carpet events and A-List parties recently threw a cocktail to launch “Tatler Homes”.  Publisher Irene Martel Francisco, together with co-hosts Living Innovation GM Ferdie Ong and Visa Country Manger Lain Jamieson co-presented the latest luxury lifestyle book. The summer chic event celebrated the art of fine…

The Best of Philippine Society

High society honored the Silver Anniversary of Lifestyle Asia at an exclusive cocktail party held at Red, Makati Shangri-la hotel. The glamorous evening was highlighted by the unveiling of the book: “25: The Best of Philippine Society”. To this day, Lifestyle Asia continues to showcase “living at its finest”.  Founder Exequiel ‘Syke’ Garcia had the…

Tita Trillo’s Magical Wine Pairing Caliterra Evening at The Tivoli

TITA TRILLO’S MAGICAL WINE PAIRING CALITERRA EVENING AT THE TIVOLI,     Leading wine connoisseur Tita Trillo’s passion for wine is mirrored in her work and in her celebrations. Recently, Titania Wine Cellar, Inc. indulged a privileged few to an evening of opulent wine pairing with the launch of the Caliterra Reserva.  It was a…

Medal of Diplomatic Order Conferred on Honorary Consul Mellie Ablaza

Medal of Diplomatic Order Conferred on Honorary Consul Mellie Ablaza Consul a.h. Mellie Ablaza is making waves in an admirable way, going about her pursuits in ways both illuminating and inspiring. Recently, the Ambassador of the Republic of Guatemala, Byron Escobedo conferred on her the Diplomatic Order of Antonio Jose de Irisari, to the degree…

An Evening of ‘Moda Italia’

Italy deservedly sits among the world’s greats in haute couture. It carries such stalwarts in the industry, as: Bvlgari, Armani, Prada, Gucci, Emilio Pucci, and Ferragamo to name a few. Recently, Rustan’s Department Store, Stores Specialists, Inc. and Metrobank Card Corporation staged the “Moda Italia” show at Greenbelt 4, a showcase of the very best…