The Manila Hotel joins the global celebration of Goût de France 2026 with a refined French dining experience at the hotel’s iconic Champagne Room until May 31, 2026.
Guests are invited to delight in a set menu that highlights the richness and sophistication of French cuisine, specially prepared by The Manila Hotel’s culinary team led by Executive Chef Konrad Walter. The Goût de France menu features a classic progression of French flavors, beginning with Puy Lentil Salad with Smoked Duck Breast, followed by Three Onion Soup with Brie Croutons. For the main course, guests may savor Roast Rack of Lamb in Herb Crust served with rosemary garlic jus, accompanied by gratin potato, and market vegetables. The experience concludes with a selection of French cheese, Apple Tart with Frangipane, French macarons, and choice of coffee or tea.
Further highlighting its participation in the international celebration, The Manila Hotel also took part in the Course des Garçons de Café or Waiter’s Race held last May 17 during “Makati Street Meet presents Goût de France.” Representatives from Champagne Room proudly placed 2nd and 3rd, with Alfonso Punzalan and Lexter Guanzon receiving the honors, respectively. The event was also graced by Her Excellency Marie Fontanel, Ambassador of France to the Philippines and Micronesia.
“At The Manila Hotel, we honor global culinary traditions. Our yearly participation in Goût de France reflect our commitment to creating meaningful experiences that connect culture, cuisine, and community,” said Marvin Kim Tan, The Manila Hotel’s vice president for sales and marketing.
MUSIC TRAVEL LOVE has announced an additional stop on their highly anticipated Philippine Tour, set to take place at The Atrium, Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro City on Friday, June 26, 2026, promising an unforgettable night for their fans in Mindanao. This newly added show complements their previously announced performances in Cebu on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, and in Manila on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at the New Frontier Theater, Araneta Center, Quezon City.
Bob and Clint Moffatt are a Canadian brother duo. Professionally performing from the early age of 4 with over 6,000 live performances, Clint and Bob certainly fall within the category of seasoned entertainers.
In years past they performed with their brothers, Scott and Dave in“The Moffatts” and were signed to Polydor Records in Nashville. At that time, they became the youngest band to ever sign a major label recording contract.
Over the course of their career, they’ve sold in excess of seven million records (another 6 million via the Asian black market), recorded 11 albums, have Gold and Platinum records in 32 countries, performed at one of the first ever paid concerts in China, performed at the first ever outdoor stadium concert in Vietnam and, to this day, hold album sales records for an international act in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore!
November of 2018, the duo began releasing a series of traveling videos, which they titled Music, Travel, Love. Combining their love for music, travel and family, Bob and Clint headed out across the world to find the most beautiful destinations to film videos featuring nostalgic love songs and their own originals.
Music Travel Love is now recognized as an incredibly, POWERFUL social media presence; a global force with which to be reckoned, and a rare phenomenon, which appeals to all generations from Gen X and Millennials all the way up to Baby Boomers.
Music Travel Love’s YouTube channel fosters an intimate relationship with millions of loyal followers, allowing them a chance to be whisked away to beautiful destinations or ensconced in exotic locales, all while being serenaded with the soothing harmonies of their favorite songs. Music Travel Love literally provides followers with a soundtrack for their lives.
These videos combined with their social media platforms have now garnered a fan base of more than 25+ million followers, which puts them in the TOP 1% of social media influencers and TOP 1% of musical streaming artists world-wide.
Vaseline® announces global superstar JENNIE as Global Ambassador for its body care collection. The partnership brings together one of the world’s most iconic body care brands with a modern cultural figure who represents confidence and self-expression through everyday care. Grounded in simple, effective body care, the collaboration celebrates healthy, glowing skin you can feel confident in.
Recognized worldwide for her influence across music, fashion, and culture, JENNIE’s effortless glow has become a defining part of her personal style. Whether she’s performing, on the red carpet, or traveling, body care remains an important part of her daily routine. For JENNIE, Vaseline has long been a familiar part of everyday life.
JENNIE’s debut campaign for Vaseline® offers a closer look into her body care routine, highlighting the rituals and consistency behind healthy-looking, hydrated skin and the role body care plays in helping her feel confident in every setting.’
“For me, body care has always mattered just as much as hair and skin care, so partnering with Vaseline® feels like a natural fit,” says JENNIE. “I love sauna sessions and cold plunges to keep my skin feeling healthy, and afterwards I always reach for a moisturizing lotion to lock in the glow. Gluta-Hya is one of my favorites because it’s light, never sticky, and leaves my skin feeling hydrated and dewy.”
The partnership brings Vaseline®’s trusted body care expertise into a modern beauty and lifestyle conversation through JENNIE, highlighting the role of healthy-looking skin in everyday confidence.
“For generations, Vaseline® has created body care products people know and trust,” says Fernando Kahane, Global Brand VP at Vaseline®. “With Gluta-Hya and Pro Derma, we continue to evolve body care through high-performance formulas designed to help skin feel healthy, hydrated, and cared for. JENNIE naturally reflects that confidence and effortless glow.”
As ambassador for the Vaseline® body care collection, JENNIE will front upcoming campaigns across key markets, spotlighting the Gluta-Hya and Pro Derma body care collections. Each collection delivers advanced body care through performance-led innovation.
About Vaseline® Gluta-Hya
The Vaseline® Gluta-Hya range brings advanced body care together with high-performance ingredients and lightweight textures. Leading the range is the Vaseline® Gluta-Hya Dewy Radiance Serum Burst Lotion, powered by GlutaGlow™ technology that is 70x more powerful than Vitamin C (based on lab test). Its unique serum burst formula absorbs quickly into the skin, delivering a crystal-clear glow with regular use while leaving skin bright, hydrated, and never sticky.
Vaseline® also introduces a new 30mL sachet format — designed to be handy, convenient, and value-for-money, making glow-boosting hydration easy to bring on the go for only PHP 110. Available on Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, Watsons Online, and in leading supermarkets, drugstores, and convenience stores nationwide.
The first Vaseline® campaign featuring JENNIE will go live from May 2026.
At the heart of every UNIQLO Thank You Festival is a simple message: gratitude. As a celebration inspired by the customers and communities who continue to support the brand, the biannual festival transforms appreciation into meaningful experiences—from exclusive promotions and innovative essentials to initiatives that create positive impact beyond stores.
UNIQLO deeply values the unwavering support of its customers and communities.Serving as a heartfelt tribute to those who have made LifeWear a part of their daily lives, the UNIQLO Thank You Festival returns nationwide from May 22 to May 28.
This year’s celebration goes beyond seasonal offers, as it also highlights purposeful partnerships, sustainability, and a deep commitment to social responsibility. Every story is shaped by care, innovation, and the people behind the brand who bring LifeWear to life every day.
A “Thank You” that Pays it Forward
In the spirit of giving back, UNIQLO Philippines is strengthening its support for local education. Recognizing the resource gaps in public schools, the brand recently broke ground on a new classroom at Tanda Elementary School in General Santos to support T’boli students.
As part of its bigger Heart of LifeWear sustainability initiative, UNIQLO also donated AIRism shirts to students and teachers alike to champion comfort in the classroom. It adds to a milestone of over 35,000 LifeWear items distributed to communities in need and disaster relief efforts across the country, including pre-loved pieces donated by customers. The initiative proves that in UNIQLO’s Thank You Festival, the sense of gratitude reaches far and wide.
A “Thank You” Translated into Curated In-Store Experiences
The UNIQLO Thank You Festival transforms every UNIQLO store into a space of celebration, featuring exciting deals that reflect the brand’s promise of quality and practicality. Everyone can join the fun and make the most out of these special promotions:
Best-Value Everyday Essentials: Over 50 LifeWear items at special prices, with favorites like the Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt and kids’ AIRism Cotton pieces starting at just PHP 390.
First-Time Offers: Significant savings on premium staples, now on sale for the first time, including Premium Linen Long Sleeve Shirts (now PHP 1,490) and Oxford Boxy Long Sleeve Shirts (now PHP 990).
Exciting Collaborations: The highly anticipated UNIQLO and Cecilie Bahnsen womenswear collection officially launches on May 22, showcasing a line-up of romantic, feminine pieces for both women and girls. Customers are also rewarded with a free packable duffle bag for every single-receipt purchase of at least PHP 3,500 during the festival week.
A “Thank You” That Makes Shopping Online Even Easier
For this year’s Thank You Festival, UNIQLO continues to enhance the online shopping journey for UNIQLO App members. The week-long celebrations showcase exclusive sizes, pre-launch access, and improved “Voice of Customer” feedback features. With specialized online-to-offline corners in select stores, the brand also ensures that convenience and gratitude go hand-in-hand.
More than a retail event, the UNIQLO Thank You Festival is a nationwide moment of connection. By blending customer-focused rewards with community-driven initiatives, UNIQLO reaffirms that the most meaningful way to say “thank you” is by contributing to an inclusive and better everyday life for all.
Celebrate the UNIQLO Thank You Festival by checking out UNIQLO in-store and online. For more information and to get all the latest updates on UNIQLO, visit www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/ and follow @uniqlo.ph on Facebook and @uniqlophofficial on Instagram and TikTok.
Laughter takes the spotlight this May as Megaworld Cinemas presents an exclusive live comedy experience featuring celebrated stand-up comedian Alex Calleja and The Comedy Crew in A Night of Unfiltered Comedy happening on May 29, 2026 at Uptown Cinema 2.
Known for his quick wit, hilarious storytelling, and highly relatable humor, Alex Calleja has long been a staple in the local stand-up comedy scene. From turning everyday Filipino experiences into unforgettable punchlines to delivering viral comedy content online, Calleja continues to captivate audiences with his natural comedic charm and unmistakable stage presence.
Audiences can look forward to a unique live entertainment experience as Alex Calleja and The Comedy Crew mount a series of live stand-up comedy shows inside cinema venues exclusively with Megaworld Cinemas.
Joining Calleja on stage are members of The Comedy Crew — Israel, Grease, Anthony, and Dawit — bringing their own unique humor and comedic energy to complete an evening packed with crowd-favorite performances and spontaneous moments.
Beyond stand-up comedy, Calleja has also built a successful career in television and film as a writer, director, and his viral online comedy performances that gained massive traction across social media platforms, including YouTube, where his stand-up videos continue to reach millions of viewers.
A Night of Unfiltered Comedy marks another exciting entertainment offering from Megaworld Cinemas, giving audiences a fresh and immersive way to enjoy live performances within a premium cinema setting. Combining world-class entertainment, comfortable venues, and an engaging live atmosphere, the event promises a one-of-a-kind night out for comedy fans and moviegoers alike.
Doors open at 7:00 PM, with tickets priced at PHP 1,600. Guests may purchase their tickets viahttps://megaworldcinemas.com/ or directly at the Uptown Cinema ticket booth.
Get ready for an evening of nonstop laughs and live entertainment as Alex Calleja and The Comedy Crew bring their exclusive live stand-up comedy experience to Uptown Cinema 2 on May 29, 2026.
For updates, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call (02) 8462-8888.
Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated Samsung LazMall Super Brand Day on May 21. Returning for its ninth edition, the annual online sales event will present Samsung’s latest innovations at unbeatable prices for one day only. This year’s theme, “Dream Deals”, spotlights exceptional value across Samsung’s ecosystem of mobile devices, home appliances, TVs and displays – bringing premium innovations to consumers across Southeast Asia.
Held in partnership with Lazada, the leading eCommerce platform in Southeast Asia, the Samsung x Lazada Super Brand Day invites shoppers across the region to enjoy exclusive promotions and limited-time offers on some of Samsung’s most sought-after products.
The Super Brand Day will include Samsung’s most intuitive Galaxy AI phone yet, the Galaxy S26 series, designed to elevate everyday mobile use with its powerful performance, industry-leading camera systems, and advanced AI features. For an enhanced audio experience, the Galaxy Buds4 series complements the device with seamless connectivity.
Shoppers looking to upgrade their viewing experiences at home can explore Samsung’s premium display innovations, including the Mini LED M70H AI Smart TV lineup, which delivers exceptional color, clarity and intelligent picture processing capabilities. For all your productivity, entertainment and gaming needs, check out Samsung’s latest range of immersive displays, such as OLED, QLED, and Crystal UHD TVs, as well as Odyssey QLED Gaming Monitors.
Homeowners can also look forward to doing less and living more with Samsung’s range of AI-powered digital appliances, which offer smarter and more intuitive living, with the Bespoke AI Refrigerators, AI Ecobubble Washer-Dryers, and Windfree Air Conditioners designed to simplify everyday routines at home.
Chang Soo Park, Head of Regional Online Business for Samsung Electronics, Southeast Asia and Oceania said, “We are thrilled to partner with Lazada once again to bring Samsung’s latest innovations closer to consumers across Southeast Asia. Whether upgrading everyday essentials or enhancing a home setup, this year’s ‘Dream Deals’ event makes our premium innovations more accessible than ever with offers that are not to be missed.”
Highlights of Samsung Super Brand Day in PH include:
Up to 50% OFF on select Galaxy devices
Up to 40% OFF on select TVs, Sound devices, and Monitors
Up to 45% OFF on select Digital appliances
For more information, visit http://spr.ly/Samsung-LZD-SBD. Shoppers can also download the Lazada app on the Google Play Store or App Store to visit the Samsung official LazMall Flagship Store today.
Influential Filipino rock band Chicosci is set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its self-titled album with a special live show on June 6, alongside the record’s first official vinyl release.
Titled A Toast to All Our Crimes, the anniversary concert will spotlight the band’s acclaimed 2006 release — a seminal record widely regarded as a turning point not only in Chicosci’s career, but also in the evolution of the local rock scene during a transitional era for original Filipino music.
Released at a time when OPM was shifting between acoustic pop, “pogi rock,” and the fading wave of early nu metal, the album introduced a tighter, more aggressive sound that helped expand the band’s reach. Its tracks soon became staples of packed live shows across the country, cementing Chicosci’s crossover appeal and influence on a new generation of rock acts.
“This album was a test for the band,” guitarist Mong Alcaraz said. “In 2006, it was a strange time in OPM. For the first time, we decided to do everything ourselves — writing, recording, production, marketing, packaging, and distribution. It was our first step as an independent band, and we’ve remained that band since.”
For the upcoming show, the band will perform the album in full, revisiting the material that defined its mid-2000s era while reintroducing it to a new generation of listeners.
“We’ll be playing the White Album in its entirety, along with a few more songs,” vocalist Miggy Chavez said. “We’ve been rehearsing a lot for this show, and we’re excited for people to experience it — even our soundcheck, if they’re into that.”
The anniversary also coincides with the album’s long-awaited vinyl release, answering years of demand from longtime fans while offering younger listeners a new way to experience the band’s catalog.
“I think it’s important for us to celebrate this album because it resonated with so many people,” Chavez added. “It means a lot to us, and it’s mind-blowing that it continues to mean a lot to others as well.”
Two decades later, Chicosci’s influence continues to resonate across the local music scene, with many newer acts drawing from the same blend of melody, heaviness, and emotional intensity that defined the band’s sound.
“The album was a massive turning point for the band,” Chavez said. “Celebrating it 20 years later is a testament to how far we’ve come — and we couldn’t have done it without everyone who’s been with us along the way.”
A Toast to All Our Crimes: 20 Years of the Chicosci Album takes place on June 6 at Soundcheck Inc., with fellow OPM rock band Kamikazee joining the lineup.
TOAST The Best of BREAD will be performing at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on August 12 and at The Waterfront Cebu City Hotel on August 15, 2026. With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, TOAST is often described as “spot on” to Bread’s original recordings. Audiences everywhere rave about how closely their live performances sound like the cherished records they listened to back in the day.
Bread virtually invented soft rock in the early Seventies, and the group’s biggest hits – “Make It With You”, “If”, “Baby I’m-A-Want-You” and “Everything I Own” – remain staples on lite-rock radio.
People’s comments to TOAST’s concerts were like “I’ve had a lot of exposure to Bread’s music and I’m telling you, what an awesome show these guys put on! Truly amazing!”, “It was as if it was Bread themselves performing! Over the top amazing! Brought back so many memories”, “I loved how they paid tribute to David Gates and Bread. Really classy show”, “We sang, we laughed, we cried, we loved every minute! Can’t wait to see them again”.
Other Bread hits to be performed by TOAST include “Aubrey”, “Sweet Surrender”, “It Don’t Matter To Me”, “Clouds”, “Mother Freedom”, “Everything I Own”, “Guitar Man”, “Games Of Magic”, “Lost Without Your Love”, “Goodbye Girl”, among many other Filipino favorites.
Tickets prices to TOAST’s “feel-good” concerts that are sure to bring all the memories flooding back are P5800, 4800, 3800, 2800, 2300, 1800 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum and P4500, 4000, 3,500, 2500, 1500, 1000 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel. Special guest is Noel Cabangon. Tickets available through ovationtickets.com. Presented by Ovation Productions in cooperation with Blast TV.
Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc. was honored with the Halal Champion Excellence Award at the Prime Group Stakeholders Recognition and Gala Night held on January 29, 2026, at SO/Uptown Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
The award was presented by Prime Group, a UAE-headquartered quality, compliance, and Halal certifying body operating across Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. The distinction recognizes organizations that demonstrate sustained commitment to Halal integrity, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
Goldilocks was cited for maintaining strong quality assurance systems and consistently meeting internationally recognized Halal standards. The company recorded three consecutive years of achieving the highest compliance ratings under current standards governing Halal certification and food safety protocols.
The recognition places Goldilocks alongside other distinguished Philippine companies, reflecting the Philippines’ continued presence among regional leaders in Halal compliance.
The Prime Group Stakeholders Recognition and Gala Night gathers partners across industries to recognize leadership in quality management, compliance, and Halal governance.
For Goldilocks, the award underscores the role of disciplined compliance systems and continuous improvement in supporting responsible growth and expanding access to diverse markets.
Enduring heartthrob and multi faceted award winning performing artist Ian Veneracion returns to the live stage in an intimate, one-night-only concert at CenterPlay, City of Dreams Manila on May 20, Wednesday, at 9:30 p.m.
He is set to serenade fans with timeless ballads, along with songs from his freshly released extended play album, “Searching for Stephn,” under his new musical persona, Stephn.
This return to City of Dreams, follows Veneracion’s sold-out performance last year as part of the luxury resort’s 10th anniversary events, when he headlined a Valentine’s concert at Wave, the poolside outdoor venue of Nobu Hotel Manila.
Veneracion’s appeal as a live performer resonates across generations, with his artistic evolution defined by constant reinvention. He began as a child actor in the 1980s, and gradually expanding into a multi-disciplinary artist whose work spans music, film, and television. His journey reflects a sustained pursuit of creative expression shaped by both discipline and instinct.
Music sojourn
At the core of his artistic journey is music, an increasingly personal creative space where he explores songwriting, emotion, and self-expression beyond performance. In April 2026, he marked a new creative chapter with his latest EP under the moniker Stephn, a deliberate artistic shift derived from his first name and designed to allow listeners to engage with the music free from preconceived notions. The four-track project comprised of songs “I Walk Alone,” “Searching for Stephn,” “Tryin’,” and “Lights On”, presents an introspective, meditative, and highly personal sonic direction rooted in self-reflection and storytelling.
His musical sojourn includes contributions to the 2018 soundtrack “Paglisan (The Leaving)”, the EP series “Beyond Bullsh#!t” (2024), and singles such as “Chasing a Firefly” (2020) and “Ninuno” (2021).
Veneracion describes his current musical approach as deeply intentional and emotionally grounded, prioritizing songwriting over performance-driven vocal display. This phase of his artistry embraces a stripped-back sensibility, where music becomes a space for honesty, reflection, and connection.
Film and Television
While music anchors his current creative identity, Veneracion also holds a long-standing and distinguished career in television and film. On television, he has starred in landmark series such as “Pangako Sa’Yo” (2015), “Walang Hanggan” (2012), and “A Love to Last” (2017), and continues to appear in recent action-driven projects including “The Iron Heart” (2022–2024) and “Incognito” (2024–2025), maintaining a strong presence in contemporary primetime shows.
In film, Veneracion has built a wide-ranging body of work spanning multiple genres, highlighted by his participation in award-winning and critically acclaimed films, most notably “Ilawod” (2017) and “Nanahimik ang Gabi” (2022), the latter earning him the Metro Manila Film Festival Best Actor award. His filmography also includes “Feng Shui 2” (2014), “The Achy Breaky Hearts” (2016), and “Block Z” (2020), reflecting his versatility across drama, romance, thriller, and action.
Across both screen and music, Veneracion’s work reflects a balance of discipline and instinct, shaped by a lifelong immersion in the arts. As the son of renowned painter Roy Veneracion, he brings a distinct creative sensibility that informs his storytelling across disciplines.
His upcoming performance at CenterPlay continues this dual artistic journey, blending familiar favorites with reinterpretations drawn from his evolving musical catalogue in an intimate venue designed for close audience connection.
Ian Veneracion Live at CenterPlay, follows the successful concert of balladeer Ice Seguerra, timeless matinee idol Gabby Concepcion, diamond soul siren Nina, and other OPM stars featured at CenterPlay’s Concert Series, which spotlights the country’s top performers to a full house each month. Veneracion’s much-awaited concert also highlights performances from bands Jamais Vu, Main Band and Highschool Playlist, who are set to perform alternately from 6 pm to 3 am.
Music enthusiasts can reserve a seat or a table starting at P4,000 per person, with consumables comprising of bar nosh, burgers, fries, and beverages. VIP couch seats for a party of eight and four are also available. Designed for the ultimate entertainment experience, CenterPlay is a cool snack and cocktail lounge at the focal point of the resort’s main gaming area and opens at 6 pm, offering light meals, signature cocktail concoctions, beers, wines, and other beverages, and is built around the circular stage at the center of the main gaming floor.
For reservations, call (+632) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com, or visit the resort’s website: https://qrco.de/CODxIanVeneracion. Explore more of City of Dreams Manila’s promotional offers, rewards, or instantly check Melco Club points with the new Melco Club App, available for free download on iOS and Android.
