Churning ice cream since 2010, Fog City Creamery celebrates more than a decade in the industry with the introduction of innovative flavors to its new branch in Power Plant Mall. These decadent concoctions, skillfully blending traditional favorites with modern twists, are certain to delight the Filipino palate.
Who could resist the allure of Suman Latik, a popular Filipino dessert made with glutinous rice, coconut milk, sugar, and caramelized coconut cream? Or the playful interplay of sweet and salty in the Queso Mais, a corn and cheese blend that teases the taste buds? Other innovations include the wholesome Malunggay, a tribute to one of the healthiest vegetables that is usually available in many home gardens in the country, and the nostalgic Cheese Pimiento, a nod to the savory spread of our childhood.
Cheese Pimiento Ice Cream
The menu doesn’t stop there. It includes Avocado, Black and Pink, Honey Butter Nut, Olive Oil, and even sugar-free options, making for an extraordinary ice cream lineup.
Olive Oil Ice Cream
“This summer, Filipinos are looking for ways to escape from the heat through different food and activities,” remarks Edy Liu, the brainchild behind Fog City Creamery. “FOG CITY CREAMERY’s new Power Plant Mall branch is an oasis in the Manila heat with its refreshing guilt-free desserts, including vegan and lactate-friendly offerings. We will be opening more stores this 2023, so please watch out for them.”
Known for their unique Ensaymada Ice Cream, Fog City Creamery continues to push the boundaries of taste and imagination. They were among the pioneers in crafting refined sugar-free ice cream flavors, opting to use 100% organic Coco Natura Sugar, a testament to their commitment to healthy yet indulgent treats.
Craving for Fog City Creamery’s unique treats for your special events? You’re in luck! They offer party carts tailored for every celebration, be it a wedding, birthday bash, or a corporate gathering. You can swing by the Power Plant Mall branch, order online here, or reach them at +639178833344 to arrange a delivery.
Savor the taste of real ice cream, and experience the unique blend of traditional and modern flavors that Fog City Creamery has been perfecting over the past decade. Here’s to the sweet moments in life, made even sweeter!
Bistro Delivers introduces new features that make food delivery smoother and faster. Plus it offers free delivery and a P500 off with a minimum spend of P2,000.
This online ordering system make transactions more convenient: deliver now or schedule for later; same price as dine-in plus exclusive promos and discounts.
Choose from a wide array of cuisines from The Bistro Group’s 21 restaurant concepts. Whatever strikes your fancy, there’s a dish that’s right up your alley. Steaks, ribs, burgers, pastas, pizzas, dimsum? Paella, sushi, seafood, all-day breakfast? Korean BBQ or buffalo wings perhaps?
Bistro Delivers online service is seamless and more efficient, from the moment guests place their orders via Bistro Delivers’ website www.bistrodelivers.com.ph, to actually receiving their food right at their doorstep. Food delivery is now a breeze for an enjoyable customer experience.
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Ephesus Teatron Group Inc., after an absence of more than three years, is proud to present its first major live musical concert “Klasical”, which will be performed on the 10th of June (Saturday), 2023, at the OnStage Theatre, Greenbelt 1, Makati at 7:30 pm.
KLASICAL is a musical of Philippine history featuring “Tribu” and is produced to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.
Featured artists are Sweet Samaniego (also the director of show), Marga Roco, Terence Guillermo, Onyl Torres and Nazer Salcedo.
Special guests are Pinky Marquez, Miguel Braganza and Gala Dance Company.
KLASICAL is a repertoire of traditional classical Filipino music with improvements on instruments, symphony, melody, harmony, orchestra, and vocal that make up a combination of traditional local and Western music. The inspiration of this collection is to preserve national culture in these traditional Filipino songs and to achieve renewed vigor by means of upgrading sound to be appreciated across generations.
Filipino music has grown from its grassroots origin of a highly emotional and romantic love song into a highly developed piece of art with a universal appeal. Even if you don’t understand a single word, you’ll likely find classical Philippine music to be a great way to relax and enjoy this unique style of Filipino culture.
“Klasical” is a repertoire of unforgettable kundiman songs such as Ako’y Kampupot, Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Bituing Marikit, Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal, Folksong Medley, Kalesa , Ay, Ay, Ay, O Pag ibig , Katakataka.
It is a musical show about love, heartbreak, Filipino culture of courtship and serenade, passion, and poetic expression of love for country and history. Included in this rich collection are a few arias and opera pieces like O Mio Babbino Caro, Canto Patriotico De Maria Clara, and others.
All these songs and themes that transcend time and place will be carried out by Tribu’s immense talent and their unwavering commitment to musical excellence. Listeners can expect an updated and well-arranged musical score by one of the most sought-after musical directors, Pifo Cifra.
Be inspired by this collection of classical Filipino music, which is reflective of our country’s rich history and culture.
Be entertained by the repertoire of unforgettable patriotic dances and songs of freedom, love and inspiration, to be performed by Tribu and a cast of world-class artists from the world of musical theatre.
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed and charitable work. When the spoiled Gemstone children finally get their wish to take control of the Church, they discover leadership is harder than they imagined and that their extravagant lifestyle comes with a heavy price.
The Righteous Gemstones is created and written by Danny McBride; directed and executive produced by Danny McBride, Jody Hill and David Gordon Green; executive produced by John Carcieri, Jeff Fradley and Brandon James; co-executive produced by Jonathan Watson; produced by David Brightbill; consulting produced by Kevin Barnett, Edi Patterson and Chris Pappas.
Stream or download The Righteous Gemstones Season 1 and 2 on HBO GO and catch Season 3 from June 19. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.
I was extremely excited when I read the press release about the new spy show ‘Citadel’ over at Prime Video. Produced by the Russo Brothers (who helmed ‘Captain America: Civil War’ and ‘Avengers: End Game’), it’s a spy show with a complicated backstory that will unfold in two timelines and starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. The press release talked about how the show will spin off to different shows about the same world of spies but set in different countries like India, Spain, and Mexico. On paper, it looked amazing but the first three episodes of the six episode first season left me a little concerned.
Without a doubt, ‘Citadel’ is expensive. There is a glossiness to the camerawork and the special effects used to enhance the explosive action sequence shows you they mean to create a spectacle. In each of the first three episodes, there are huge set pieces and fight scenes and a lot of CGI work that shows you that they had no limit to how much they can spend (it is reported that they spent 300 million on this show alone). So it looks great.
It also helps that Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas look amazing. From his work in the limited series ‘Bodyguard’ and ‘Game of Thrones,’ we know Madden can do action and he can exude an aura of a leading man. I’m not familiar with Chopra Jonas’ work but she looks great and believable going toe to toe with all the bad guys. There’s the usual banter and cheesy one-liners that comes with all these espionage shows and it feels more like James Bond than it does Jason Bourne. It’s more campy than it is serious about what it’s about.
It looks great but it goes so quickly into the plot that it leaves very little time for actual world building and making this story come alive. ‘Citadel’ is marketed as science fiction, set in a world where the spy organization Citadel was founded outside of any government to stop “evil” without care of government jurisdiction. It is an organization with unlimited funds and state-of-the-art technology, and it has been keeping the world in check for almost a hundred years but at the beginning of the first episode, we discover that Citadel has been attacked and wiped out by an evil organization called Manticore.
Enter Madden and Chopra Jonas: they are two Citadel operatives whose memories were wiped and were thought dead by Manticore. Before the memory wipe, they worked together and teased at having a sort of relationship but after the wipe, they lead ordinary lives unaware of their past until the last vestiges of Citadel have come back to make a last-ditch attack against their foe.
All of this happens in the first episode that runs less than fifty minutes. Each episode is less than an hour and tries to cover as much of the narrative as it can while serving us big fight scenes and meaningful looks from Madden and Chopra Jonas. There isn’t any real time to really figure out who Kyle Conroy (Madden) really is or who Nadia (Chopra Jonas) is as spies. We know they are tough. We know they can do whatever comes their way. But we don’t actually ever really get to know who they are and the little things that make a character interesting. Even after three episodes, it’s all just in service to the plot, which has to keep going because the first season only has 6 episodes.
I’ve watched all the way until the halfway point and I still don’t feel invested in Kyle or Nadia as characters yet.
It’s such a shame because Madden is such an interesting actor and he has all the charm and physicality for a character like this but he feels completely underutilized. While Stanley Tucci is having fun playing a one-dimensional character who gets to act all tough and say a lot of clever one-liners that don’t really hit their mark because the world isn’t set in stone yet.
It feels so generic to say that Citadel worked to stop evil. What is evil? How is it defined? Is it terrorism? Fascism? Is it corporate in nature? It’s so vague and even childish to just blatantly call it such. And why do they have so much money and power and even after Citadel fell (as you will see in the first 15 minutes of the pilot) how come they still have all the resources available to them? It’s these sorts of details that allows me to not take ‘Citadel’ too seriously and just watch it as a lightweight show.
Hopefully it gets better in the final three episodes. It looks great but all that glossiness and shine won’t amount to much if I don’t believe in this world or in its characters or what it is trying to say.
How can you top an Oscar®-winning animated feature that redefined CG animation and gave a fresh, multicultural spin to a beloved Marvel superhero? For the innovative minds at Sony Pictures Animation, the answer lies in raising the stakes, venturing into new territories, and weaving in unexpected plot twists, all while staying true to the story’s emotional heart. Catch a glimpse of the thrilling journey of “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” here.
Spider-Man/Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) in Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animations’ SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE.
“We took everything that we did in the first movie and cranked it to a whole new level,” says filmmaker Christopher Miller, one of the film’s writers and producers. “With this movie, we’re visiting different universes, and each universe has its own aesthetic and own artistic style. Each world is so different visually from the others, and the things that the people at Sony Pictures Animation and Imageworks have designed are limited by absolutely nothing. Anything you can imagine, paint and conceive, they can make an immersive 3D spectacle – and that’s often absolutely jaw-dropping.”
Producer Amy Pascal adds, “This movie is a lot bigger and will have all the action that everyone’s looking for. But what I hope we’ll achieve is that the action sequences come out of character development and that you’re always telling a good story – we’ve been quite rigorous about that.”
Producer Avi Arad notes, “I think one point that comes across in the movie is that heroes exist in all cultures.”
Triple Vision Powerhouse
“What’s really inspiring is that each one of our new directors was able to bring something unique to the experience, a personal strength or viewpoint that was completely different from ours,” notes filmmaker Phil Lord, another writer and producer for the sequel.
Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) and Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld) take on The Spot (Jason Schwartzman) in Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation’s SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE.
Joaquim Dos Santos, who co-directs the sequel with Kemp Powers and Justin K. Thompson, shares, “We’ve often joked about the fact that as a team of three directors, we each have our own individual superpowers. “Justin was the production designer on the first film, and has an amazing eye for design and knows how to push design especially when you’re visiting all these different worlds. Kemp is obviously an amazing writer. He has this fantastic backlog of work that has received every accolade and deserves even more because he’s an absolute virtuoso. My own background is as a story artist, so I am about telling stories through visual camera work. We are constantly checking each other’s work and showing each other what we are doing, and everybody has a say. It’s a very democratic process.”
Rekindling an Old Friendship
Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld), Peter B. Parker (Jake Johnson) and his daughter Mayday in Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animations’ SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE.
“I hope audiences will feel like they’ve been reunited with a good friend,” says Peter Ramsey, one of the directors of the first film and now an executive producer for the sequel. “We want them to hold on tight as Miles goes through some really tricky and treacherous times. Most of all, I hope his journey comes across as powerfully and emotionally strong as it did in the original movie.”
About Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must redefine what it means to be a hero so he can save the people he loves most.
Spider-Man/Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) in Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animations’ SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE.
Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man™: Across the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most. Anyone can wear the mask – it’s how you wear it that makes you a hero.
Directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, Justin K. Thompson, the screenplay is by Phil Lord & Christopher Miller and David Callaham, based on the MARVEL Comic Books.
Produced by Avi Arad, Amy Pascal, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Christina Steinberg.
The film’s cast is led by Shameik Moore and Hailee Steinfeld, Jake Johnson, Issa Rae, Daniel Kaluuya, Jason Schwartzman, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Velez, Greta Lee, Rachel Dratch, Jorma Taccone, Shea Whigham and Oscar Isaac
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ is distributed by Columbia Pictures, the local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #SpiderVerse
Mother’s Day is here! It’s that special day of the year when we get to pamper our moms and show them how much they mean to us. And what better way to treat the queen of your heart than with a special meal in one of Manila’s top hotels and restaurants? Here are 12 fantastic deals that promise to make this Mother’s Day one she’ll never forget.
1. City of Dreams Manila A special Sunday Brunch will delight moms with a luxurious spread of the famed cuisine popularized by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. At P4, 388 net per person, the brunch offers an extensive selection of appetizers; kushiyaki or grilled and skewered meat and vegetables and premium sashimi, sushi and maki roll creations matched with Nobu signature sauces. The featured carvings of the day — roasted whole US striploin, and smoked beef brisket with choice of creamy wasabi, au jus and mushroom wasabi sauce – are the brunch’s pièce de résistance. Filipino-inspired dishes prepared the Nobu way along with specialty dishes, salads, soups, and desserts and beverages complete the dining experience.
For dinner, Nobu Manila entices with an eight-course tasting menu (P8, 871.42) net per person, consisting of: chef’s choice of appetizer to warm up the palate for the first course of Tuna Tataki followed by a selection of assorted sushi and chilled chawanmushi of seasonal vegetables. Yellowtail Tosazu with crispy red onion and olive oil; Salmon Sashimi Salad; Pan-roasted Seabass with pickled watermelon, amasu ponzu and balsamic caviar; Grilled Wagyu Beef with crispy kabocha, nasu, shitake and garlic SMR (soy-mirin reduction) come after. Chocolate and Yogurt, consisting of chocolate mousse, yogurt, vanilla crumble and ube ice cream provide a lip-smacking conclusion to the meal. For inquiries, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com
2. Conrad Manila
Brasserie on 3 invites families to an exquisite ‘Mother’s Day Extravaganza’ feast curated by Executive Chef Warren Brown. Inspired by mom’s favorite dishes, the menu offers an indulgent blend of Indian and Western signature dishes, including a ribeye roast, lechon sisig con chorizo, paella, and more. Moms dine for free in every group of four, with prices starting at PHP 3,500 nett per person.
China Blue celebrates Mother’s Day with a grand feast fit for a queen. The special menu honors the love and care that mothers selflessly give to their families, and guests can get a special gift for mom with every purchase of the set menu. The set menu starts at PHP 49,880 nett, serving 10 guests.
C Lounge invites families to share precious moments with their mothers while enjoying a delectable spread of treats and picturesque views. The ‘Mother’s Day Tea Party’ set is made with love and care, ensuring that this Mother’s Day will be unforgettable. The set includes a range of delightful treats, including strawberry panna cotta, chocolate tart, strawberry pavlova, carrot cake, and macarons. Rates start at PHP 2,688++, with a selection of tea, coffee, or sparkling wine, available from May 8 to May 14, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
For more information on Conrad Manila’s Mother’s Day offerings, visit EatDrinkHilton.com and www.conradhotels.com/manila for more details. You may also call (63 2) 8833-9999 to learn more about their Mother’s Day offerings.
3. Crimson Hotel
How about an exquisite buffet experience at Crimson Hotel? With a diverse menu that caters to all tastes, your mom will surely appreciate this gastronomic adventure. Moms deserve nothing but the best. On Mother’s Day, our chefs have prepared a delectable feast fit for a queen.
Elevate their experience with live entertainment, complimentary rose, and luscious macaroons! Rate: Php1,950 per person. Book your table now and make her day extra special!
For inquiries, please call (63 2) 88632222, or email dining@crimsonhotel.com. Book your table via https://bit.ly/mothersdayatcafe8.
4. Diamond Hotel
A mouthwatering lunch and dinner buffet spread awaits families dining this Mother’s Day at Corniche. Choose to celebrate anytime from May 12 to 14, 2023 for Php3,500 net per person and enjoy cuisines of the world lovingly prepared by our master chefs especially for Moms.
Honor Mother’s Day with a Japanese flair and partake of Yurakuen’s Mother’s Day Family Set priced at Php8,980 net for 4 persons or Php13,380 net for 6 persons. Menu includes: Sushi Cake (Salmon, Tuna, Grouper and Sea Urchin Sushi cake); Hot Dish (Grilled Salmon with Cheese & Almond Japanese Omelet); Grilled Vegetables Rolled Beef, Tempura Squid Flake, Salmon Rolled White Radish with Egg Yolk Sauce, Grilled Chicken with Tartar Sauce, and Edamame Young Soy Beans); and Deep Fry Dish (Shrimp tempura, Tempura Crab Stick, Chicken Nanban and Seaweed Salad). Available on May 13 and 14, 2023.
The Lobby Lounge gives you 3 different ways to celebrate Mother’s Day from May 12-14, 2023. One is to surprise Mom with the gift of sweetness. For a limited time only, the Strawberry Mango Cake will be available for her to enjoy.
For reservations call (63 2) 85283000. All Moms dining on May 14 will receive a token from the hotel.
5.Discovery Primea Celebrate Mother’s Day with an evening filled with modern Asian cuisine and charcoal-grilled specialties. Enjoy a multi course menu thoughtfully curated by Flame’s culinary team, which includes delectable dishes such as Pan-Seared Foie Gras.
Visit bit.ly/PrimeaMothersDay to view the full menu. For reservations and inquiries, call (63 2) 7955 8888 or email primea.restaurants@discovery.com.ph
6. Grand Hyatt Manila
The Grand Kitchen. An array of exquisite food choices await the family as the restaurant prepares a sumptuous spread to celebrate this day in the best way. Guests can take their pick of signature specialties from around the world, prepared a la minute and in their presence, including a Lamb Shoulder Biryani, Stir-Fried Premium Black Angus Beef, Goan Fish Curry, and chargrilled beef tri-tip. Take a trip down this buffet at PHP 3,200 net per person (free-flow non-alcohol) and PHP 3,800 net (with free-flow alcohol). The Mother’s Day buffet is available for lunch and dinner on May 14 only.
The Lounge. Spill the tea and unwind with Mom amidst the resplendent lobby background. Revel in the Merienda Cena, a grand Filipino afternoon tea celebration where guests can enjoy delicate drinks and delicacies inspired by the country’s native offerings. Dig into intricately prepared bites like the chicken coronation, smoked milkfish rillettes, pancit palabok, and a turon (banana and jackfruit spring roll) sundae. Sip on this experience for PHP 2,200 net per person from May 12 to 14, inclusive of free-flow rosé and a cocktail from the Coffee Cocktail Collection.
No.8 China House. Take Mom and the family on a curated culinary journey of well-loved classics and unique memory makers, including the restaurant’s beloved traditional Peking Duck. Have the dish in two ways to enjoy the best parts, including the sliced duck skin, breast meat, and leg meat for the first course and deep-fried duck bone in salt and pepper for the second course. Explore the rest of the menu, with highlights such as the stir-fried Angus beef in enoki mushroom and black pepper, and the seafood fried rice generously topped with dried scallops, garlic, and tobiko. Experience this special set menu for PHP 36,880 net per table of 10 persons for lunch and dinner, inclusive of one magnum bottle of Chateau Cap De Fer.
The Peak. Share some thrills with Mom from Peak Grill on her special day. Guests can level up their celebration by taking it to the sky, dining al fresco or indoors with breathtaking views of the city. Commemorate this event in the best way possible by treating her and the family to a John Stone Tomahawk, with prices starting at PHP 11,900 per order. Bring land and sea together with a Surf and Turf, inclusive of a hearty pair of lobster and a tomahawk, with prices starting at PHP 20,480 per order. Both dishes are good for 3-4 persons and include side dishes like creamed spinach, mashed potato, and mac and cheese. Get a taste of these signatures at the restaurant for dinner from May 12 to 14.
Kusina, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, will host Queen’s Day Out , A Mother’s Day Special buffet wherein guests can indulge in an array of international cuisines, fresh seafood, tender meats, and an abundant selection of dishes. The buffet is priced at PHP 3,500++ per person and will be available for lunch from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. As an additional treat, mothers who will avail of the promotion will receive a relaxing 20-minute foot spa.
For those who prefer to celebrate at home, Madison has the perfect solution with Tribute to Mom – a take away offer that allows guests to treat mothers to a Charcuterie Set for PHP 5,000++, and Grilled Salmon Set for PHP 4,500++, as well as sweet selections such as Flower Mini Cake for PHP 350++, Mini Cake for PHP 375++, Earl Grey Whole Cake for PHP 1,900++ for a quick and hassle-free celebration at home.
For more information, please call (63 2) 72397788 or visit www.hiltonmanila.com.
8. Manila Marriott Hotel Manila Marriott Hotel offers a special Mother’s Day brunch that will surely leave your mom satisfied. Their delectable spread is a treat she deserves. Bringing together the best of two cuisines and creating that Marriott Moment this HERitage Month.
For more info, call (63 2) 89889999 or book a table here.
9. Marco Polo Ortigas Manila Mother’s Day has become extra special at Cucina this year as two highly acclaimed chefs will be bringing Cebu’s most authentic flavors closer to us!
Chef Riz Degamo fills the role of Chef de Cuisine of Marco Polo Plaza Cebu, having been with the hotel since 2006 and helping establish it as a top culinary destination in the region.
Chef Jonathan Cabuncal harnesses his passion for local ingredients to create innovative dishes which best represent Cebuano cuisine. Back in Cebu, both chefs work with their culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences to their guests. From May 11-14, they will bring the same skill, dedication, and delicious creations to Marco Polo Ortigas Manila!
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, this might be the unique experience you’ve been looking for to treat the special women in your lives.
Have your tables reserved by calling (632) 7720 7777 or book through our online store https://bit.ly/Culinarya2023 for an exclusive 15% off!
10. New World Makati
All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum Delights at Jasmine. Guests can also treat mom to an indulgent all-you-can-eat dim sum lunch or dinner at Jasmine, priced at PHP2,488 nett on May 14. Mom can savor all her favorites from a range of appetizers such as Soy chicken, Marinated spiced beef shanks, Marinated pork knuckles, and Honey roasted pork; Seafood wintermelon soup; delectable dim sum such as “Har gao” shrimp bamboo shoot dumpling, “Xiao long bao” Shanghainese pork dumpling, “Siu mai” pork and crab meat dumpling, Chicken with shrimp and abalone dumpling, Shrimp with pork and bean curd roll, Beef rice roll, Seafood taro puff, Barbecued pork pastry puff, Seafood net spring roll with jackfruit, Pork and chive dumpling, and ‘Sichuan’ style pork dumpling.
Main dishes include Diced chicken in salted fish fried rice, Stir-fried noodles ‘Hongkong style’, Fish fillet congee, Stir-fried fish fillet in Manchurian sauce, Wok-fried shrimp with celery and X.O chili sauce, and Wok-fried sesame chicken fillet in hoisin sauce. For dessert, moms can choose among the bestselling Egg tart, Mango cream sago and Deep-fried sesame balls with lotus paste.
An Indulgent Buffet at Café 1228. Moms can also enjoy a hearty buffet at Cafe 1228, priced at PHP3,000 nett for lunch and PHP4,000 nett for dinner on May 14. Highlights include Roasted marinated rib eye, Louisiana seafood bag, native lechon, and an array of sweet treats.
Feast with the queen at High Street Café for lunch or dinner, available today & tomorrow. Price starts at PHP2,950 net per head. We may not ever be able to match her wisdom and style, but we sure can take her out for a date that’ll guarantee a sweet smile.
Celebrate mom’s splendour at Canton Road with a special set menu available on 14 May 2023 at PHP19,888 good for 5 persons. We’ve brewed the tea and set the table for you to enjoy filling and savoury dishes such as our crispy prawn ball in Osmanthus sauce with seasonal fruits.
For more information, contact 091SLFMEATS (09175363287) or eats.slfm@shangri-la.com.
12. The Peninsula Manila End your Mother’s Day celebration on a high note at The Peninsula Manila. Their decadent desserts and world-class service are sure to make your mom feel extra special.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an epicurean adventure at Escolta Restaurant’s lavish Sunday Brunch Buffet with all of mom’s favorites. P6,388 (adults with free-flowing Champagne), P3,888 (adults), P1,900 (children under 12)
Savor a four-course French Bistronomy-inspired menu created by Old Manila’s inimitable team.
Four-course Set Menu P6,888 (adults and children)
Embark on a delicious journey of Mom’s merienda and teatime favorites – old and new – at The Upper Lobby while being serenaded by the Peninsula Strings and admiring National Artist Napoleon “Billy” Abueva’s glorious “Sunburst” sculpture. P3,888 (adults with a flute of Champagne), P2,888 (adults), P1,400 (children under 12)
All prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
For inquiries or further information on The Peninsula Manila’sOld Manila Mother’s Day Specials, Escolta Mother’s Day Feast, and Mother’s Day Merienda Buffet at The Upper Lobby, please call The Peninsula Manila at (63 2) 8887 2888 ext. 6694
There you have it, our top 12 picks for Mother’s Day treats in Metro Manila. Each location offers a unique experience that will make this day unforgettable for your mom, these deals are designed to make her feel loved and appreciated.
After all, every day should be Mother’s Day, but on this particular day, let’s make an extra effort to show our moms just how special they are. So, take your pick from this list and give your mom the treat she truly deserves. Here’s to making this Mother’s Day the best one yet! Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful moms out there, you are truly the heart of our homes.
Celebrate Mother’s day this summer-y month of May with a simple but super sulit staycation. Brainstorm some ideas and get cracking – just order your groceries via MetroMart for this special day with moms.
Home spa. We can give mommy dearest a great day of rest and relaxation, with simple but useful tools and ingredients that you can source from your groceries to put together a weekend self-care routine. For example, use slices of Fresh Cucumber to cool the eyes, make a lip scrub out of Robinsons Brown Sugar with Carica Virgin Coconut Oil and Capilano Pure Honey from Robinsons Supermarket, and mix Dr. Teal’s Pure Epsom Salts from S&R and fragrant Natural Oils from Scentful Living for a foot soak. Set the ambiance with relaxing music, light scented candles from Yankee Candle – try scents like Black Cherry, Sweet Plum Sake, Lemon Lavender, and Crisp Campfire Apples – and brew some soothing tea, like caffeine-free Isparta Rose and Pomegranate Flower teas from 8th Wave Wellness Bar.
2. Chef’s specials. Since moms are usually the first ones to get up and start the day, we can let them sleep in and prepare food for them. Cook or bake a recipe they shared with you, and you can show off what you learned. For easier prep, try meal kits too, like Hello Fresh’s Eat Fresh Laksa Noodle Kit. Throw in Fearless Apron’s Toblerone Chocolate Fondue Kit for a perfect family hangout dessert treat.
3. Movie marathon. While relaxing for the day, we can let our moms catch up on their reading or on their fave tv shows and films. Hanging out with mom and munching on snacks as you watch or read together would be a nice, chill way to spend the weekend. Try new flavors of chips and snacks like Injeolmi Almonds at ASSI Mart, Popcorners popcorn chips in Sea Salt or White Cheddar flavors at AllDay Convenience Stores, or Aroma Black Summer Truffle & Parmesan Chips at Delidrop.
4. Blooms for your beloved. Sending bouquets to express our love will always be a classic, plus the different kinds and colors of flowers don’t just brighten the room,they also carry different meanings. Pink carnations and roses show love and gratitude, while red carnations show admiration. Daffodils symbolize rebirth, new beginnings, and motherhood. Add pastel-hued tulips and ranunculus in the mix, and maybe your mom’s favorite flowers too, of course. Order pre-made or custom bouquets from Designer Blooms, Nicole & Abby FLowers and Gifts, Holland Tulips, and RRGomez Flower Shop
New MetroMart users can also use the promo code MOMSDAY to receive a ₱200 discount. The discount code FUNMOM may also provide a ₱100 discount, and valid for as much as 4 redemptions.
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Ah, Mother’s Day. It’s a reminder of how awesome our moms are, and why they deserve only the best especially on their very special day. To help you celebrate, Pizza Hut has cooked up a number of irresistible offers so you can enjoy the brand’s bold flavors on this special occasion!
For starters, Pizza Hut is bringing back the Heart-shaped Pan Pizza, which you can enjoy in your favorite Pizza Hut flavors both in ala carte and in combos!
If you’re looking for extra special meals that are made with love to really help you show how much you appreciate her, Pizza Hut’s Supreme Delights for Mom combos are perfect for you! There’s the Meal Delight for 2 set, priced at P699. It comes with 1 Regular Supreme Heart Pan Pizza, 1 Regular Baked Carbonara, 1 Regular Baked Bolognese, 2 servings of Mushroom Soup, and 2 glasses of Iced Tea for Dine-in or 2 single-serve Pepsi for Takeout and Delivery.
There’s also the Meal Delight for 4 set, priced at P1,399. You’ll get 2 Regular Heart Pan Pizza in any flavor of your choice, 1 Family Baked Bolognese, 4 pieces of WingStreet Garlic Parmesan wings, 1 serving of Cinnamon Bites, and 1 Pepsi Pitcher for Dine-in or 1 Pepsi 1.5L for Takeout or Delivery, perfect for the whole fam.
If it’s pizza your mom is really craving, you’ll never go wrong with the Triple Pizza Delight set. For just 1,099, you’ll get 1 Regular Carbonara Supreme Heart Pan Pizza, 1 Regular Supreme Heart Pan Pizza, 1 Regular BBQ Chicken Supreme Heart Pan Pizza, and a serving of Kitkat Rolls.
If you have your own staple Pizza Hut favorites in mind but still wanted to give your mom the heart-shaped pizza, don’t worry because it’s also available in a la carte which starts at P369 only!
Indulge in the simple yet equally flavorful Lovers Line, available in Veggie Lovers, Cheese Lovers, Pepperoni Lovers, and Spicy Pepperoni Lovers and starts at P369. Amp up the excitement with the Supremes Line, available in Supreme, Bacon Margherita, Hawaiian Supreme, Bacon Supreme, BBQ Chicken Supreme, Bacon Cheeseburger, and Cheese Supreme and starts at P399. Or, go all out with the Specialty Line, available in Super Supreme, Meat Lovers, Carbonara Supreme, Seafood Supreme and starts at P429.
Plan ahead for Mother’s Day and we will treat you to a FREE 6pcs. WingStreet Honey BBQ for a minimum order of P1,100 for pick-up and delivery (excluding delivery charge), days ahead until 4PM of May 14, 2023. Take note that delivery schedule should be on May 14 until 5PM to avail the promo.
The advanced order option is exclusive to the 8911-1111 hotline, www.pizzahut.com.ph, and the Pizza Hut mobile app, available for Android and iOS devices.
Meanwhile, the Supreme Delights for Mom combos and Pizza Hut Heart-shaped Pan Pizza are available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery through the 8911-1111 hotline, www.pizzahut.com.ph, and the Pizza Hut mobile app. You can also order through Pizza Hut’s official delivery partners GrabFood and foodpanda (prices may vary).
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RAKRAKAN Festival 2023 is coming to Clark Global City, Pampanga on June 10 and 11, 2023. The festival organizers are excited to announce that they have released multiple additional batches of band line-ups for the event, featuring an incredible mix of established artists, emerging talent, and fan favorites from various music genres.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable music EXPERIENCE, then look no further than RAKRAKAN Festival. Every batch release adds to the already dynamic and exciting lineup, ensuring that attendees will have a fantastic time.
On Day 1, music enthusiasts can expect to see performances from RICO BLANCO, ZILD, DECEMBER AVENUE, BANDANG LAPIS, DIONELA, DILAW, GRACENOTE, MOONSTAR 88, JUST HUSH, IMAGO, CARISSA, TANYA MARKOVA, THIS BAND, BARBIE ALMALBIS, CHOCOLATE FACTORY, SIAKOL, THE YOUTH, WUDS, BASTI ARTADI, GREYHOUNDZ, RAZORBACK, WILABALIW, TYPECAST, FRANCO, VALLEY OF CHROME, BANDA NI KLEGGY, JUST HUSH, and more!
On Day 2, get ready for ADIE, UNIQUE, BLASTER SILONGA, MRLD, KEAN CIPRIANO, MAYONNAISE, SUNKISSED LOLA, MAGNUS HAVEN, OMAR BALIW, MIKE SWIFT, ZAE, KIYO, SILENT SANCTUARY, ALEX BRUCE, SYD HARTHA, DIONE, MARYAZRK, BROWNMAN REVIVAL, THE CHONGKEYS, DONG ABAY, TUBERO, 123 PIKIT, CHELSEAY ALLEY, QUESO, CHICOSCI, SAYDIE, PHILIA, EVEN, URBANDUB, and P.O.T.
But that’s not all! To make the festival EXPERIENCE even more enjoyable, the organizers have announced that they will provide Free Point-to-Point Bus Transpo for those who purchased 2-DAY tickets for GEN AD, VIP, AND S-VIP only. However, since slots are limited, it’s best to purchase your tickets now to secure your spots.
RAKRAKAN Festival offers affordable ticket prices, with 2-DAY General admission tickets now at P1199, 2-DAY VIP tickets priced at P1999, and 2-DAY S-VIP tickets at P2999. 1 Day (June 11 only) tickets are also available: Gen-Ad P599 and VIP P999. All ticket types provide access to all festival activities. To get more details and purchase tickets, visit www.rakrakanfestival.com or get them at all Sm Ticket outlets nationwide, Lazada, Shopee, and via rakrakan.beetzee.com.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of the music festival of the year! Join us at RAKRAKAN Festival for peace, love, and music.
