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  • Beyond Christmas, Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria unveil surprises for 2023

    The holiday season is usually the best time for an urban staycation when the roads unclog and most people travel out. Two iconic hotels in Ortigas have offers that will be hard to resist for families looking for a city holiday break this Christmas and New Year.

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    At Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, the Holiday Package starts at Php 7,088 nett per room per night. True to Holiday Inn’s promise, kids stay and eat free, too. For a more cosmopolitan vibe, stay at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria
    where the Holiday Package begins at Php 8,088 nett per room per night.

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    Both offers include a buffet breakfast, a Christmas welcome amenity, and dining credits (PhP 1,500 for Holiday Inn Manila Galleria and PhP 2,000 for Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria) that can be spent in any of the hotels’ restaurant selections.

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    The options for a sumptuous Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are simply aplenty, from the international cuisine of Seven Corners to the award-winning authentic Chinese restaurant Xin Tian Di.

    At Seven Corners, guests will enjoy many of the signature dishes of the all-day dining restaurant, including Ribeye Steak, savory Roasted Turkey with Bread Stuffing, festive Holiday Ham and a seasoned-to-perfection Salmon Wellington. Guests can delight over these astounding dishes for only Php 3,300 nett per person on Christmas Eve.

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    A special spread will also be available for New Year’s Eve at PhP 3,300 nett per person and media noche at P 2,500 at Seven Corners.

    Meanwhile, Xin Tian Di has prepared a special set menu for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. For a spectacular value of only Php1,888++ per person, guests can bask on truly authentic Chinese flavors crafted by Crowne Plaza
    Manila Galleria’s in-house Chinese executive chef.

    Surprises for 2023

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    This Holiday Season, guests will get a glimpse of the remarkable transformation happening at Holiday Inn Manila Galleria and Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria. Both hotels recently unveiled their newly refurbished lobbies – part of a renovation plan that will bring contemporary flair and function to the two iconic hotels of Ortigas.

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    At Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, newly refreshed hotel rooms will unravel its “New Modern” style that answers the demand of the modern traveler, sparks imagination and the creative mind, and allows guests to re-energize
    and experience a sense of home. This new approach will emphasize productivity, efficiency, and performance, and at the same time provide comfortable, warm, relaxing, and delightfully inspiring experiences at the hotel.

    Meanwhile, Holiday Inn Manila Galleria’s rooms will take guests to a tropical sojourn, featuring a la casa en el Jardin de jazmin theme of fresh color palette and patterns. The hotel’s new theme, where the classic meets the
    contemporary, envisions to provide a balance of luxury and comfort for every guest staying at the heart of Ortigas.

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    The first set of rooms featuring these new designs will be unveiled next year.

    For reservations and inquiries, call at (63 2) 8790-9400 or email higm.reservations@ihg.com for Holiday Inn Galleria Manila and cpgm.reservations@ihg.com for Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila.

    To stay updated about the hotels, follow https://www.instagram.com/crowneplazamanilagalleria/ and
    https://www.instagram.com/holidayinnmanilagalleria/

  • 4 ways to make the holidays more memorable with Red Ribbon’s Holiday Cakes and Pastries

    The world’s first post-pandemic Christmas promises to be very special as people get to enjoy gift shopping in stores and dining in at restaurants for get-togethers with loved ones. To make this year’s holiday even more special, Red Ribbon Bakeshop launched the perfect Holiday Cakes and Pastries for this year’s much-awaited celebrations and reunions.

    Red Ribbon Holiday Cakes

    To make the most out of this remarkable season, here are four ways to make your holidays more memorable.

    Give the gift of cake

    We may not have a white Christmas in the Philippines, but Red Ribbon is giving us its limited-edition White Forest Cake!

    Red Ribbon White Forest Cake

    Made with white chiffon layers and cherry-creamy filling, the cake is topped with white chocolate twirls and creamy icing, and finished off with sweet Maraschino cherries to make an elegant Christmas dessert.  

    Take lots of family photos

    It’s been a while since we gathered everyone, so be sure to capture those candid moments! 

    Red Ribbon Black Forest Cake

    Get dressed in your holiday best for the gatherings and have the picture-perfect centerpiece in your photos with Red Ribbon’s Black Forest Cake. Its layers of chocolate fudge cake and cherry-creamy filling, chocolate shavings, and Maraschino cherries are sure to stand out in your pictures!

    Express your love in your own words 

    The pandemic taught us to express our feelings for loved ones who were far away. Physical distancing was hard for everybody, but it taught us the power of words, which can give joy and thanks, as well as comfort and assurance. 

    Red Ribbon Christmas Chocolate Dedication Cake

    Red Ribbon’s Christmas-themed Chocolate Dedication Cake lets you express your love with custom icing dedication on top of layers of chocolate chiffon and chocolate icing, topped with Christmas-themed candies.      

    Carry out the gift of giving 

    Food is meant to be shared, and it becomes even more special when it’s shared outside your home. Take your family out for a new experience and share food with people in the neighborhood or visit a charitable center.

    The Holiday Gift Box is the perfect treat to give away, with eight      ensaimadas to share. There’s surely something for everybody as it carries with it two pieces each of the all-new Choco-Caramel Ensaimada and the Ube Ensaimada, as well as four pieces of the classic Cheesy Ensaimada.

    No matter what your plans are for Christmas, there’s always a Red Ribbon holiday treat that’s fit for the occasion! Take your pick from the White Forest cake (starts at P779), Black Forest Cake (starts at P659), Christmas-themed Chocolate Dedication Cake (starts at P670), or the Ensaimada Holiday Gift Box (P339). The Christmas-themed Chocolate Dedication Cake will be available starting December 19, 2022.

    Order your favorite Red Ribbon products by visiting a store near you. You can also go to the delivery website, call the delivery hotline #87777, download the Red Ribbon app (available for Android and iOS), or order via the GrabFood and foodpanda apps.      

    You may also send eGift Cards via the delivery website or the Red Ribbon app.  

  • Experience Your Sweetest Christmas Yet with Dylan Patisserie

    As the holiday season is upon us, we all know that enjoying our time with family and friends over delicious food takes center stage during this magical time. Dylan Patisserie knows exactly how to stimulate your appetite with their array of dazzling products. The European-style bakery offers a range of luscious artisanal cakes, French pastries, homemade chocolates, cookies, macarons, and a host of other goodies! What’s more, their range of gourmet Christmas hampers will fulfill all of your Christmas shopping needs this gifting season. 

    Dylan Patisserie has also just launched their newest branch in President’s Avenue, Paranaque! A welcome delight for those of you residing in the south. 

    “We’re so excited to be expanding in the south as it is a well-known destination for discerning dessert lovers and foodies. We look forward to serving the community and helping you make celebrating life’s special the moments with those that matter most to you!” says Dylan Silva. “We invite everyone to discover and enjoy Dylan Patisserie with our array of delicious offerings that we hope will strengthen the spirit of gifting this holiday season” 

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    Delectable desserts for Christmas 

    Dylan Patisserie’s wide-range of sweet treats certainly puts it on Santa’s must-try list. With a wide range of flavors, from international classics to local favorites, Dylan Patisserie has mastered the art of blending flavors together to achieve a harmonious balance using the finest ingredients. Whether you’re a chocolate-lover or more driven by fruit-flavors, Dylan Patisserie will certainly have something temptig on offer for you. 

    Whole cakes 

    Cakes are Dylan Patisserie’s main draw and it’s best that diners found out why for themselves! To give a preview, some of their beloved cakes include their Four-in-one Signature Cheesecake featuring strawberry, blueberry, Nutella and Biscoff flavors, Lychee Pandan Cake, De Hazelnut Praline, Tropical Vanilla, and Triple Chocolate Blossom, among many others. 

    Diners also have the choice to adorn cakes with an intricate flower topper or order personalized cakes to make celebrations all the more personal. 

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    French confectioneries 

    A European-style bakery wouldn’t be complete without goodies that bring to mind charming Parisian cafes. Dylan Patisserie offers its very own chocolate bars, a 12-flavor macaron collection, and six distinct eclair recipes. 

    And just for the holidays, their eclairs take on different looks to showcase some of the season’s most recognizable emblems — reindeer antlers for chocolate eclairs, golden adornments for raspberry, and green and red drizzles for a strawberry to say the least! 

    Cookies and roasted nuts 

    Tinned items make the cutest additions to any countertop filled with Christmas-themed food. Dylan Patisserie has cookies and roasted nuts to entice the serial snacker to try all varieties! To help diners figure out what to sample first, their best-selling items in this category are the Vanilla Snow White Cookies and Parmesan Cheese Cookies. It’s definitely recommended to have both a sweet and savory item at the ready and have the best of both worlds within arm’s reach. 

    The art of gift-giving 

    Exciting holiday offerings also await dessert fans and their loved ones. Now available are Dylan Patisserie’s selection of gourmet Christmas hampers that make delightful gifts or centerpieces. Featuring a desirable curation of the patisserie’s signature snacks, original concoctions, and treats made for sharing, each hamper deserves a place in your Christmas spread. 

    Dylan Patisserie has seven gift sets and hampers to choose from, with affordable prices ranging from P1,150 to P7,890. 

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    Holiday dining with Dylan 

    Best of all, Dylan Patisserie’s complete offerings can be enjoyed in their beautifully designed store locations as well as through popular food delivery and pickup services. 

    The ambiance is what makes a good meal great, a philosophy that Dylan Patisserie has taken to heart. With store interiors that provide unobstructed street views of each location’s neighborhoods, neutral colorways that evoke urban calm, and store displays that mix organic and modern design, every morsel eaten at their stores is bound to taste infinitely better.

    Everyone knows that Christmas brings cheer, but with Dylan Patisserie’s confectioneries to accompany your holiday gatherings, everyone gets a double serving of happiness!

    To check out the complete menu or to place your orders, visit www.dylanpatisserie.com. You may also visit the following Dylan Patisserie branches at [Makati] 116 Jupiter Street, Barangay Bel-Air; [Quezon City] 20 Scout Tuazon Street cor. 1103 Scout Castor; and [BF Homes, Paranaque] 11 Presidents Avenue, Tahanan Village.  You may also order through Viber or WhatsApp at +63 917 877 2999. Also available through Grab or Foodpanda. Follow @dylanpastisserie.ph on Instagram and Facebook for updates.

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  • Christmas 2022: Where to Buy Holiday Hampers & Gift Baskets in Metro Manila

    Christmas is upon us, and if you still haven’t sorted out your gifts for the people you love, fret not! There are hotels in Metro Manila that offer curated holiday hampers and gift sets that would surely make your gift recipients feel even more special this season! Below, we’ve rounded up hotels in the metro that offer holiday hampers to help you with your gift shopping:

    Grand Hyatt Manila

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    Click here to check out their offerings. For inquiries, call +63 2 8838 1234 or email manila.grand@hyatt.com.

    Hilton Manila

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    For more inquiries, contact +63 917 822 9913.

    New World Makati Hotel

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    Contact them through these numbers, +632-88116888 ext. 3679, 09178884194, or via email at fbreservations.manila@newworldhotels.com.

    Sofitel Manila

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    Contact them through this number +63 (02) 8832 6988, or via email at H6308-FB12@sofitel.com.

    Conrad Manila

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    For inquiries, call +632 8833 9999 or message them through m.me/ConradManilaPH.

    The Peninsula Manila

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    Their Santa Hamper is available for P7,500; the Sweet Indulgence Hamper is priced P11,500; and the Peninsula Gourmet Hamper is available for P19,500. See more details and order here.

    Manila Marriott Hotel

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    Manila Marriott Hotel’s Holiday Hamper is available for P5,588 nett. It includes your choice of San Valley Cabarnet Sauvignon or Chardonnay, cacao tablea, Big Belly Santa, banana bread, 5 pieces of Holiday Cookies, roasted nuts, premium fruit mix, and a Marriott Hotel Manila mug.

    Learn more about their holiday hamper here. For inquiries, contact them via +63 2-89889999
    or through m.me/manilamarriott.

    Sheraton Manila

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    Learn more about S Kitchen’s Christmas Hamper (P4,000 nett), Oori’s Festive Hamper (P6,000 nett), and other offerings here.

    Marco Polo Ortigas

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    Marco Polo Ortigas offers their Santa’s Haul hamper for P9,600; their Holiday Treasures for P8,500; and Yuletide Magic for P7,950.

    Contact them through this number: +63 2 7720 7777.

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  • Bad Cafe’s DIY Gingerbread House Brings Holiday Cheers This Season

    To make your holidays jollier, Bad Cafe is offering Christmas goodies –  the DIY gingerbread house and gingerbread man, along with its signature eggnog, all of which are only available until December 24, 2022.

    Build your own Gingerbread House

    This kit comes with scrumptious slabs of crispy gingerbread, a variety of Christmas colors for icing, gumdrops, and more. Want a higher roof for your gingerbread house? Want a chimney on the side? Let your imagination run wild on how the gingerbread house will be designed. 

    Get Bad Cafe’s DIY gingerbread house kit for Php 1,000 only.

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    Design your Gingerbread Man

    Want to dress up a couple of gingerbread men this Christmas? Bad Cafe offers the DIY gingerbread man kit for only Php 800. But if you just want to munch on something on Christmas Eve, you can also get 1 dozen of gingerbread cookies for Php 380.

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    ‘Tis the Season of Eggnog

    What better way to celebrate Christmas than to gulp down some eggnog? Satisfy this season’s cravings with Bad Cafe’s signature eggnog concoction (500 ml) for only Php 450. Of course, eggnog is best paired with gingerbread cookies so you also have the option of getting the eggnog and gingerbread cookies set for Php 800.

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    Spread the holiday cheer with friends and family with Bad Cafe’s Christmas goodies. Hurry and get yours now at https://badcafe.storehub.me before Christmas is over! Feel free to drop by Bad Cafe at Windsor Tower, 163 Legazpi Street, or book via GrabFood or via Lalamove’s Purchase Service.

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  • Italianni’s Launches New Dishes In Time for Christmas

    With everyone excitedly anticipating Christmas this year, Italianni’s is also happily launching new dishes in time for merrier Holidays brimming with good food.

    Apple Salad

    The latest additions to the menu start with two delicious and healthy salads Honey Crisp Apple Salad (Mixed greens, Kale, apple, gorgonzola, toasted pecan, honey Balsamic) and Grilled Pear Salad (Mixed Greens grilled pears and a Honey Mustard dressing).

    Osso Bucco Platter
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    The ubiquitous Italian dish, Osso Bucco, hogs the spotlight this Season as one of Italianni’s new mains.  The Braised Beef Osso Bucco Platter, braised low and slow in tomato and mirepox until fork tender is not to be missed.  It’s a perfect centerpiece on one’s dinner table, whether at Italianni’s or at home during the Noche Buena Feast.  Guests can enjoy this hearty dish with Spaghetti Alio Oglio.  Those who are partial to fish can order the  Halibut Al Cartoccio  which is oven roasted with potatoes bell pepper, zucchini, olives, capers, eggplant and seafood broth. To finish off the meal, try the  Blueberry Mango Cheesecake  (classic New York Cheesecake topped with blueberry and mango puree).

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    Available starting on December 16, these new dishes make Christmas dining more memorable. It’s just as we, Filipinos, love to do- share and bond over food with family and friends, whatever the season.

  • Holiday Especiales at Bistro Group’s Spanish Restaurants

    Magical and special can best describe what Christmas is all about to  people from all over the world.  Celebrations, parties and reunions bring families and friends together, feasting on delicious and comforting food.  One such cuisine that ties people together is that of Spain’s – it’s rich, soulful and familiar to us Filipinos.

    Holidays Las Flores
    Holidays Rumba
    Holidays Rambla

    At LAS FLORES & RAMBLA, the Holiday specials are Lamb Shank with mashed potatoes and Huevos Rotos (gulas, shrimps, broken eggs, potatoes, garlic oil).  Meanwhile, BCN & TOMATITO offer Roast Beef with mashed potatoes & gravy and Baked Lapu Lapu with Bilbaina sauce & patatas panaderas while RUMBA is proud to serve their Mussels in Marinara with fries and Herb Roasted Porchetta.

    Holidays BCN by Las Flores
    Holidays Tomatito

    These Cócteles de Navidad (Holiday Cocktails)  are perfect accompaniment to a Spanish meal:  Eggsy Bitsy  (Sherry wine, Bailey’s, Vanilla, Cream, Cinnamon, Egg White); Santa’s Spritz Aperol (Watermelon, Mixed Berries Compote, Cava) and Citrus Lantern Gin (Limoncello, Passionfruit, Citrus, Egg White).

    Charcuterie To Go
    Holiday Cocktails Cocteles de Navidad

    Guests can also bring home a taste of Spain by ordering their Charcuterie To-Go, a selection of quesos & embutidos and comes with pan con tomate, grapes, walnuts & mango jam.

    Feliz Navidad!

    Follow Las Flores, Rambla, Tomatito, BCN by Las Flores & Rumba on Facebook and Instagram.

  • Christmas 2022: Hotel Dining Deals for Your Holiday Celebrations

    The holidays are just a few days away and with it comes our much-awaited and much-deserved celebrations, surrounded by our beloved friends and family. Of course, these moments are even merrier with a sumptuous feast on our dining tables come Christmas time.

    But if you’re not the type to spend hours preparing dishes and cooking for your Noche Buena, you can always rely on hotels’ dining concepts that offer fantastic deals and promos. And if you’re on the lookout for such deals this season, then this list is for you!

    Below, we’re listing down some of the hotel food promos that you can avail of just in time for the holiday festivities. Check them out below:

    Grand Hyatt Manila

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    • The Lounge

    Devour a delicious a la carte menu curated by their creative culinary team.
    December 24, 7PM – 11PM (P2,500 net per person) | December 25, 7 PM – 10 PM (P2,500 net per person)

    • The Grand Kitchen

    Enjoy a lavish feast of international and traditional Filipino dishes at the hotel’s interactive all-day dining restaurant.
    December 24 – 6PM – 10PM (P4,000 net per person) | 11PM – 1:30 AM (P3,000 net per person)
    December 25 – 12PM – 2:30PM (P4,000 net per person) | 6PM – 10PM (P4,000 net per person)
    December 31 – 6PM – 10PM with free-flow of red & white wines (P5,200 net per person)
    January 1 – 12PM – 2:30PM (P4,000 net per person) | 6PM – 10PM (P4,000 net per person)

    • The Cellar

    Cherish the holiday moments over their 4-course menu with soulful rhythms from their live entertainment.
    December 24, 5PM – 11PM (P4,500 net per person) | December 25, 5PM – 11PM (P4,500 net per person) | December 31, 5PM – 11PM (P5,000 net per person)

    • No. 8 China House

    Dive into festive set menus created by their Chinese chefs, which include their bestselling Peking Duck and other specialties.
    December 24, 25, 31, & January 1 – 11:30AM – 2:30PM (Price starts at P10,880 net for 4 persons) | 5PM – 10PM (Price starts at P12,880 net for 4 persons)

    • Pool House

    Enjoy a 4-course meal featuring fresh-grilled specialties and cocktails
    December 24 & 25, 5PM – 11PM (P3,300 net per person) | December 31, 5PM – 11PM (P3,700 net per person)

    • The Peak

    Experience The Peak’s exquisite 5-course menu with a breathtaking view.
    December 24 & 25, 5PM – 11PM (P5,500 net per person) | December 31, 5PM – 11PM (P6,200 net per person)

    See their complete promo details here. Book your tables at manila.grand@hyatt.com or call +632 8838 1234.

    Sofitel Manila

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    • Spiral
    • Le Bar
    • Sunset Bar

    Click here for more details. For bookings, contact +63 (02) 8-832-6988 or email H6308-FB12@sofitel.com.

    The Peninsula Manila

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    • The Peninsula Boutique

    Learn more about their holiday offers here.

    Manila Hotel

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    • Delicatessen

    You can also check out their take-out holiday offerings here. Contact them through these numbers: +632 8527 0011, +632 5301 5500, or their mobile number, +63 998 950 1912 and email: restaurantrsvn@themanilahotel.com.

    Manila Marriott Hotel

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    • Christmas Eve Dinner
      December 24, 6PM – 9PM (P3,500 net)
    • Noche Buena
      December 24, 11:30PM – 1AM (P2,688 net)
    • Christmas Day
      December 25 Lunch Crossover, 12NN – 3PM (P3,888 net) | Dinner, 6PM – 9PM (P3,500 net)
    • New Year
      December 31, 6PM – 9PM (P3,500 net)
      January 1, 12NN – 3PM (P3,888 net)

    Check out Manila Marriott’s Holiday brochure here. Make your reservations through +63 2-89889999.

    Hilton Manila

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    Click here to view their festive offerings. For inquiries, contact them at +632 7239 7788 or email MNLPH_F&Binquiries@hilton.com.

    New World Makati Hotel

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    • Cafe 1228
      Enjoy all-you-can-eat dishes, a glass of sparkling, white, or red wine, free-flow of softdrinks, juices, and iced tea.
      December 24 & 25, 6PM – 10PM | December 25, 11AM – 2:30PM | December 31, 6PM – 10PM (P3,000 for adults, P1,500 for kids)
      January 1, 11AM – 2:30PM | January 1, 6PM – 10PM (P2,023 for adults, P1,500 for kids)
    • Jasmine
      Check out their 8-course set menu priced per guest, for a minimum of 2 guests.
      Christmas & New Year Set Menu – Set Menu 1 (P2,588) | Set Menu 2 (P2,888)
      Vegetarian Set Menu – Set 1 (P1,888) | Set 2 (P2,288)

    See their full digital brochure here. Contact them via +632-88116888 ext. 3679 or 09178884194, and email them via fbreservations.manila@newworldhotels.com.

    Diamond Hotel

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    Learn more about their holiday promos here. You can also contact them via (632) 8-528-3000
    or restaurant_rsvn@diamondhotel.com.

    Sheraton Manila

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    • Oori
      December 24-25, Korean Christmas Set A (P2,500 net per person) | Korean Christmas Set B (P2,800 net per person)
      December 31, New Year’s Eve Menu (P3,000) | January 1, New Year’s Day Menu (P1,600)
    • S Kitchen
      Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet, 6PM-8PM, 8:30PM-10:30PM (P3,900 net)
      New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, 6PM-8PM, 8:30PM-10:30PM (P3,900 net)
    • Vubble
      Festive Set Menu (P7,000 net per person)

    Check out their full digital holiday brochure here. You can also contact them at +63 2 790 21800
    or m.me/sheratonmanila.

    Marco Polo Ortigas

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    Check out more of their promos here. You can also contact them through this number: +63 2 7720 7777.

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  • Tivoli Royale Country Club’s Worry-Free Christmas Gift Ideas

    Two years of largely canceled events and gatherings with loved ones means more families are gearing up to host holiday guests for the first time in a while. Once again, the rush and busyness are back, but Tivoli Royale Country Club’s gift ideas will take out the hassle and worries of gift-giving. 

    Tivoli Royale Country Club FIlipino Comfort Food

    Baked treats to Gourmet Hampers

    Executive Chef Jonnel Roxas puts on the spotlight Holiday favorites with sweet treats as the beginning. The ideal gift for the little ones and sweet-toothed adults, order the 6 pcs of assorted gourmet cookies in green tea matcha, dark chocolate truffle, and cashew peanut butter for only P250. The homemade almond banana bread (P250) is also a great addition, especially for its perfect balance of sweetness, moisture, and density. Add as well a taste of Italy with Panettone Bread (Php300), notable for its dome shape, and buttery texture, soaked in brandy and then studded with candied citrus peels. For someone who loves to try a bit of everything and something for families,  the Premium Hamper (Php2,000) is filled with bread and cookies, bottled gourmet treats from classic pesto, homemade bagoong, chili garlic sauce, herb garlic cream cheese, and anchovies in olive oil. 

    Party-Ready Platters and Set Meals 

    Share comfort and joy this Holiday Season with Chef Jonnel’s party-ready set meals and carefully selected home-cooked dishes. Good for 5 to 6 persons with four options for only P4,500, selections are nothing short of familiar, straightforward and even kids will love them.  The must-try for the takeaway bundle is the Gourmet Feels, with pot roast beef with wild mushrooms as the star of this festive package. Inclusive as well are the zesty lemon chicken, classic carbonara, leek potato gratin, steamed rice, and the classic creme brulee. Hearty and filling, this is ideal for meat lovers with intimate get-togethers at home. 

    Tivoli Royale Country Club Buchon Pork Belly w Fried Banana

    Homecooked goodness has always been Tivoli Royale’s best-sellers and a great option for parties and family gatherings, everyone guaranteed on your holiday table will love it. Make “Buchon” Pork belly  (P1,400/kg) as your centerpiece with all the flavor and crunch that your guests crave. If something is slow-cooked and reminiscent of grandma’s cooking, Callos alla Madrileña (Php800) is a soul-warming dish with Spanish origins. Chicken lovers will surely rave about the highly-rated Chicken Inasal with Java Rice (Php600), which is a major upgrade from fast food versions in terms of taste, texture, and portion size. For pescetarians, the Blue Fin Tuna and Kani Baked Sushi (Php950)doesn’t scrimp on ingredients as it’s generously spread with garlic cream cheese in between instead of the usual mayonnaise. 

    The Gift of Experiences

    Tivoli Royale Country Club as a wellness, sports, and recreation hub boasts several activities to keep everyone healthy and fit this holiday season and beyond. This month, learn the art of fencingand be part of a community that shares a love for sports. For only Php9,000 inclusive of 10 sessions for club members and Php10,000 for non-members, the class is every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Another newly-launched activity is pickleball, the fastest-growing sport with clinically proven benefits for the brain. A happy medium between ping pong and badminton, the movement involves great hand-eye coordination and reflexes, is highly aerobic, and gets both the upper and lower body moving. Class is on offer both for members (Php10,000) and non-members (Php11,00) and open for beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels. 

    However, another option is a day pass for only Php800, with access to the club’s swimming pool, gym, locker, sauna, and steam room. It also comes with Php300 food and beverage credits to fuel up after the fun and active day. 

    For a full experience of the club’s amenities and facilities, consider a one-year membership for only Php25,000with minimal Php3,000 monthly dues and Php500 worth of credits valid for both food and beverage or sports and recreation activities. Inclusive of access for a family of four to its gym and fitness center, pool, and game center, the club also features four levels of sports and recreation with events facilities.  With all these benefits and more, a weekend or daily getaway is closer than you think. 

    Tivoli Royale Country Club’s refreshed facilities and food and beverage offerings are at par with a five-star hotel, which makes it a delightful gift in need of a recharge before the New Year begins. Order now for your party or people on your list and consider the advantage of being a member as the most thoughtful gift for you and your family. 

    Tivoli Royale Country Club is located at Yakal Street, Tivoli Royale Subdivision, Quezon City. For more information, visit www.tivoliroyalecountryclub.com, Tivoli Royale Country Club Facebook, and Tivoli Royale Country Club Instagram. Contact the membership manager at 09177081445.

  • Celebrate the Holidays in a Season that Sustains at New World Makati Hotel

    The Yuletide season is upon us once again, and New World Makati Hotel celebrates while giving back to the community through “A Season that Sustains”. From a 25-foot Christmas tree adorned with compostable wood, abaca rope, and paper ornaments, to room packages that come with upcycled coffee capsules as take-home tree décor and supports feeding programs for undernourished children, as well as a charity dinner for the benefit of children with cancer, coming together means having thoughtful and enjoyable experiences that sustain both the
    environment and the community in this season of giving.

    A Christmas Tree with Sustainable Decor

    New World Makati Hotels Christmas Tree consists of sustainable wood abaca rope and paper decor

    As you enter the lobby, a 25-foot tree and bright, festive décor warmly greets guests while embellished with recyclable and sustainable ornaments made of wood, abaca rope, and paper, enhanced with sparkling lights and garlands, indeed making you feel that the holiday spirit is truly here.

    A Season of Stays Holiday Giveaway

    Raffle Prize 2 nights in Rosewood Bangkok
    Raffle Prize New World Phu Quoc Garden Pool Villa

    True to the spirit of giving back to not only the community but also to guests, every room stay from December until January 1 is equal to one raffle entry to the A Season of Stays Holiday Giveaway raffle. Among the exciting prizes up for grabs are two-night accommodations with breakfast for two in: a Deluxe room at Rosewood Hotel Bangkok with roundtrip airfare, a Garden Pool Villa at Rosewood Hotel Phu Quoc, an Executive room at Rosewood Hotel Phnom Penh, and a Superior Ocean View room at New World Hoiana Hotel.

    Raffle Prize 2 nights in New World Hoiana Hotel

    Stays and dining experiences at New World Makati Hotel are also being raffled off, such as overnight stays with breakfast for two in a Director’s Suite and Residence Club room, as well as all-you-can-eat lunch or dinner at Jasmine restaurant for four and at Café 1228 for two.

    Christmas and New Year Room Packages

    New World Makati Hotels family stay comes with cakesicles a jug of milk or juice and a Timezone Powercard
    Mother and son enjoying Christmas lights

    Spending the holidays here for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day includes a customized tree ornament made from used coffee capsules by NVC Foundation. Proceeds from each ornament benefited the foundation’s feeding program for undernourished children from all over the Philippines. On December 24 and 25, a Christmas activity and play area will be at the ballroom from 2 to 6pm with inflatable games, a kiddie salon, and a cupcake and cookie decorating class. Those staying for New Year’s Eve also get a 10% discount to the countdown party at the ballroom.

    Festive Stays Throughout the Season

    It’s likewise never to early or late to book a memorable holiday stay, as festive room packages from December 1 to January 8 excluding Christmas and New Year include experiences for families, couples, and friends alike. Families can spend quality time in a cozy room with buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids, sharing Christmas-themed cakesicles for four with a jug of milk or juice and a TimeZone Powercard worth PHP500 to be used at the Greenbelt arcade right across the hotel. Friends are treated to buffet breakfast for three, three Christmas cocktails at The Lounge, and three movie tickets to the Greenbelt cinema. As for couples, their room package
    includes buffet breakfast for two, a holiday cake with a bottle of sparkling wine, evening cocktails at the 24 th floor Living Room, and a special offer voucher from two Greenbelt boutiques.

    A Charity Dinner for Kythe Foundation

    New World Makati partners with Kythe Foundation for its Christmas Charity Dinner on Dec 7

    A charity dinner on December 7 at the Glasshouse indulges diners to an exclusive six-course degustation menu with wine pairing courtesy of Executive Chef Giovanni Sias which includes Pumpkin truffle steamed ravioli, Housemade smoked duck prosciutto with porcini mushroom panna cotta and port jelly reduction, Chestnut cappuccino soup with mushroom muffin, Sous vide lamb loin in parsley crust, Rustï leeks potatoes cake with ube and pumpkin cream, asparagus tips, and balsamic vinegar sauce, Campari and lemon sorbet, Norwegian salmon fillet with edamame beans, vegetable chess board, black and white champagne sauce concluded by dessert, The
    Saffron Bomb. Proceeds will benefit the Kythe Foundation, whose programs care for children undergoing cancer treatment. The menu is priced at PHP5,000 nett per guest.

    More dining experiences as well as gifting options complete the festive activities at the hotel, from hearty Christmas and New Year dinners at the Café 1228 buffet restaurant, to special set menus at the premium Chinese outlet, Jasmine, and gift-worthy sweets and treats at The Shop.

    All of New World Makati Hotel’s enticing offers this holiday season can be viewed through the digital brochure: https://bit.ly/NW2022FestiveBrochure. For more information and online reservations, guests can call (63 2) 8-811-6888, e-mail manila@newworldhotels.com, or visit https://manila.newworldhotels.com/en/promotions/. They can also follow the official Facebook and Instagram accounts for the latest news and offers.