DreamPlay by DreamWorks at City of Dreams Manila marks its 11th anniversary this June with a month-long How to Train Your Dragon-inspired Viking adventure. Inspired by the friendship between Hiccup and Toothless, the celebration highlights the discovery, courage, and imagination that have made DreamPlay a family favorite for more than a decade.
Viking Adventure Pass
Families can join the celebration with the Viking Adventure Pass, available until June 28 for P3,099. It includes all-day access to DreamPlay’s 12 attractions, skip-the-queue privileges, and a choice of Viking or dragon-themed face or hand painting.
Passholders also receive a DreamPlay anniversary wristband, a Hiccup or Astrid bobblehead, a Gloria and Mort pin, Gingy’s Viking Treat, 40% off one printed 6R photo memorabilia and a 360-degree video booth experience, plus 10% off a cotton candy stick and tumbler.
Anniversary Festivities
The DreamPlay celebration peaks on June 12 with the Hunt for Night Fury Eggs at 3:30 p.m. This activity challenges participant ticketholders to find 11 hidden Night Fury eggs scattered throughout the attractions, with each egg unlocking a corresponding prize.
The day’s festivities continue with an all-star parade of beloved characters from DreamWorks Animation films Kung Fu Panda, Shrek, Puss in Boots, Trolls, and Madagascar at The Shops at the Boulevard at 4:00 p.m., followed by a Viking-themed dance performance at DreamPlay’s activity area at 5:00 p.m.
DreamPlay is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Viking Adventure Passes are available at the DreamShop counter during operating days. Terms and conditions apply. DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB 253495 Series of 2026.
For reservations, interested parties can call +632 8800-8080, email dreamplay@cod-manila.com or visit https://qrco.de/DPVikingAdventure. Guests can also explore City of Dreams Manila’s latest offers and rewards or instantly check Melco Club points through the Melco Club App, available for free download on iOS and Android.
City of Dreams Manila unveils a suite of luxuriously curated experiences for Mother’s Day celebration, honoring the remarkable women who shape families with grace, devotion, and strength.
From opulent dining and refined staycations to indulgent gifts, the luxury resort presents an elegant celebration worthy of the woman of the hour.
Crystal Dragon’s month-long bespoke menu dedicated to moms
Fresh from hosting the acclaimed six-hands Michelin-starred dining experience for discerning gourmands, Crystal Dragon Chef de Cuisine Chan Choo Kean pays homage to moms with a limited-edition a la carte menu featuring the restaurant’s Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties.
Made of premium ingredients, artfully plated and perfect for a feast befitting moms who appreciate the finer things in life, the special menu consists of Fish Maw with cod fish in rich broth, Cantonese-Style Roasted Duck with fresh ginseng, Steamed Spotted Grouper with ginger and soybean crisp, River Prawns in Crispy Pan-fried Vermicelli with silky scrambled egg, and Chilled Eight Treasures with ginseng and bird’s nest.
The curated menu is available from May 1 to 31 at lunch from 12 nn to 3 pm and dinner from 5 to 11 pm daily. The award-winning Crystal Dragon is situated at the Upper Ground in Nuwa Manila.
Nobu Manila’s Mother’s Day brunch
The Manila outpost of Nobu restaurants offers an indulgent Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch, spotlighting world-renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s iconic Nobu style creations, and his unique take on traditional Japanese cuisine with Peruvian ingredients.
In the lavish buffet to honor moms, diners can have unlimited helpings of Nobu classics such as Yellowtail Jalapeño, Salmon Karashi Su Miso, and Black Cod Miso in butter lettuce. A chef’s selection of premium sushi cups, maki rolls and nigiri, are featured alongside the Mother’s Day specials that highlight a carving station for Slow-cooked Beef Brisket, Crispy Prok Belly, and Nobu Baked Salmon. Other buffet highlights are Baked Jumbo Prawns with Aji Amarillo aioli, Braised Duck Leg with coconut miso, and Nobu Style Pork Sisig.
The Nobu brunch includes an all-you-can-eat dishes in an ala carte menu prepared à la minute, complementing a decadent buffet where chefs in action prepare Nobu sushi, sashimi and maki rolls at the sushi bar, and grilled skewered meats and vegetables at the kushiyaki station. Diners are spoilt for choice at the salad station; chilled seafood bar with fresh oysters, green mussels, shrimps and blue crabs on ice; and a hot section for main courses and brunch specialties.
To satisfy the guests’ sweet tooth, the dessert corner offers an impressive indulgence composed of cakes and pastries, assortment of eclairs, truffle parfait and sliced fresh fruits.
The Nobu Mother’s Day brunch on May 10 is available from 11:30 am to 3 pm, and price starts at P4,388 net per adult for the Regular package, inclusive of non-alcoholic beverages and mocktails. Other packages that include alcoholic and premium beverages are also available. Children ages 6 to 12 years old enjoy half price, and five years and below dine for free when accompanied by an adult availing of the Nobu brunch.
Apart from the Sunday Brunch, Nobu Manila, located at Level 1 of Nobu Hotel, is open on Mother’s Day for dinner from 5 to 10 pm.
Sweet moments made for her at Café Society
Guests looking for thoughtful gifts will find a curated collection of Mother’s Day sweets and floral arrangements at Café Society. This year’s seasonal lineup showcases handcrafted chocolates, artistically designed cakes, and delicate pastries along with a selection of bouquets. Each creation is meticulously crafted by the resort’s master pâtissiers, offering guests a luxurious way to express gratitude and admiration for moms.
The Mother’s Day selection of gifts is available from May 1 to May 10 at Café Society at The Shops at the Boulevard, which is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm.
A stay she’ll truly enjoy at Nuwa Manila, Nobu Hotel, and Hyatt Regency Manila
In celebration of Mother’s Day, City of Dreams Manila’s three Forbes Travel Guide Star-rated hotels highlight a luxurious staycation package,, which starts at P12,200 at Nüwa Manila, P10,900 at Nobu Hotel, and P9,700 at Hyatt Regency Manila for direct bookings for an overnight stay Guests who opt to book for a minimum of a two-night stay get to avail of a discount of P500 per night. Rates quoted are net.
The indulgent stay includes complimentary breakfast for two adults and two children 12 years old and below, complimentary in-room maxibar replenished nightly, 20% discount at City of Dreams Manila-operated restaurants, 20% discount on DreamPlay’s participant tickets under the Family Plan, 20% discount on selected spa services at Nuwa Spa and Nobu Spa, and a complimentary welcome amenity.
Booking period for the package is until May 9 with stay period from May 8 to 10. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-254940 Series of 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
The spotlight of City of Dreams Manila’s CenterPlay Concert Series focuses next on “Diamond Soul Siren” Nina, who is set to do a one-night-only post-Valentine performance on February 18 at 9:30 pm.
The singer, songwriter, and TV and radio personality, who made her recording debut in 2002, is well known for love songs, and phenomenal rendition of hit songs “Love Moves in Mysterious Ways” and other chart-topping singles “Someday”, “Jealous”, Foolish Heart”, and “Make You Mine”.
Having an entertainment career that spans more than two decades earned her recognitions including Favorite New Artist Award in both Awit Awards and MTV Pilipinas Music Awards. She clinched a Diamond record with her third album dubbed “Nina Live!” as certified by the Philippine Association of the Record Industry (PARI) in 2005.
Nina Live at CenterPlay immediately follows the successful concert of matinee idol and balladeer Raymond Lauchengco and precedes the much-anticipated performance of Gabby Concepcion on March 18. The other OPM stars featured at CenterPlay’s Concert Series, which puts the spotlight on OPM icons are Jaya, Ariel Rivera, Janno Gibbs, Neocolours, Moira, Juan Karlos, Rey Valera, Noel Cabangon, Ice Seguerra, Jinky Vidal, Jed Madela, Yeng Constantino, Daryl Ong, Imago, and The CompanY. Nina’s awaited concert also highlights performances from bands Moranos, Highschool Playlist, and Le Chic who are set to perform alternately from 6 pm to 3 am.
Guests can reserve a seat or a table with consumables starting at P3,500, comprising of bar nosh, burgers, fries, and beverages. VIP couch seats for a party of eight, and smaller seatings are also available. Designed for the ultimate entertainment experience, CenterPlay is a cool snack and cocktail lounge that 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.
A testament of excellence in hospitality, City of Dreams Manila’s Nüwa Manila and Nüwa Spa received their ninth and seventh Five Star rating, respectively, in the recently published Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) 2026 Star Awards – amid Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s attaining historic leadership as the world’s integrated resort operator with the most FTG Five-Star Awards by garnering 19 Five-Star Awards and reinforcing its position as the region’s premier luxury hospitality provider. Melco Resorts is the parent company of City of Dreams Manila.
Lawrence Ho, Chairman & CEO, Melco, said, “We are deeply honored to have Melco recognized as the world’s leading integrated resort company by Forbes Travel Guide in 2026. Attaining the most Five-Star awards globally among integrated resort operators is a testament to our team’s unwavering commitment to excellence. We are thankful to our Colleagues as such achievements would not be possible without their incredible efforts. These results highlight our dedication to operating world-class integrated resorts that offer superlative design and guest experiences. We look forward to welcoming guests to our properties and further strengthening our portfolio of luxury hospitality and entertainment offerings.”
On City of Dreams Manila’s accolade, Property President Geoff Andres said, “We celebrate and are deeply honored by the Star ratings accorded by Forbes Travel Guide to our three hotels for the ninth year running and to the Nuwa spa since its first award seven years ago. I thank our colleagues for their passion and dedication in delivering signature experiences to our guests, and for remaining committed to raising the bar in embodying refined excellence in everything that we do.”
City of Dreams Manila’s awards also contribute to the total of 107 stars achieved by Melco Resorts portfolio of hotel, dining, and spa facilities across its integrated resort properties in Asia and Europe.
FTG is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and ocean cruises. Its annual and much anticipated list helps discerning travelers select the “world’s best experiences.”
“Forbes Travel Guide’s Star Award winners exemplify excellence in hospitality,” said Amanda Frasier, President of Standards & Ratings for Forbes Travel Guide. “This year’s list reflects the changing landscape of luxury with properties setting the standard for authentic experiences while offering unparalleled amenities, enhanced well-being and delivering unforgettable moments. We are thrilled to recognize their dedication to creating truly world-class travel options for today’s discerning guest.”
The irresistible allure of bespoke menus beckons at City of Dreams Manila’s signature restaurants, which are presenting Heart’s Day-inspired culinary offerings this Valentine’s weekend.
Crystal Dragon
The integrated resort’s restaurant specializing in Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties entices couples with a five-course menu at P5,500++ per person, available for lunch and dinner on February 13 and 14. Enjoyed in a refined setting, the menu for minimum two persons, starts with: Deep-fried Crispy Stuffed Scallop with prawn mousse and golden creamy pumpkin sauce, and Poached Fish Maw in Spicy Pickled Tomato Broth with cod fish; followed by Wok-fried Tiger Prawns in creamy butter lemon sauce and Pan-seared A5 Wagyu Steak in Chef’s special sauce; and Wok-fried Aromatic Gravy and Crispy Dried Scallop. For a sweet ending, diners will be served a Chilled Osmanthus Sweetened Pear Soup with bird ‘s nest together with a Black Fairy Swan Puff.
Crystal Dragon is open from 12 noon to 11 pm daily.
Nobu Manila
Equally worthy of a celebration is a six-course Valentine’s Omakase at the Manila outpost of the globally renowned restaurant brand founded by celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Located at Nobu Hotel Manila, the restaurant’s romantic dinner menu, available on February 13 and 14, is priced at P6,888 net per person. The first course of Sushi Tortilla – a trio of tuna truffle with microgreens, Salmon Spicy Mayo with negi (Japanese long green onion) and tempura crunch, and Lapu-lapu Tiradito – whets the appetite before the mouthwatering second and third courses of assorted sushi, (Bluefin with Wasabi Salsa, Unagi, Ika Yuzu Kosho, and Tamago),served together with Kani Bisuku, a blue crab bisque with sesame seeds, sesame oil, and chives. The palate builds up with Yuzu Dashi Cream Red Snapper with sweet corn salsa, yuzu dashi cream sauce, and coconut kabocha puree; followed by the tempting Sesame-crusted Japanese Wagyu Beef with goma (sesame) crust, beetroot puree, roasted heirloom carrot, and ponzu butter sauce. The Strawberry Yuzu dessert, a medley of strawberry mousse, strawberry compote, jelly, mixed berry sorbet, and yuzu black sesame tuille provides a sweet conclusion to the meal.
Haliya
An amorous dining experience awaits couples at City of Dreams Manila’s modern Filipino restaurant, which presents a special menu that captures the flavors of the season of love. Available for lunch and dinner on February 14, the menu takes guests on a gastronomic journey that commences with an amuse bouche of Lobster Tartare and Caviar Oscetra preceding the five-course menu consisting of: Lover’s Gravlax, an irresistible dish of Beetroot-cured Salmon with citrus segments, red dragon fruit, pearl onion, and spiced coconut vinaigrette; the Red Bell Pepper Krema with beetroot tortellini, basil, cherry tomato, and herb sourdough croutons, which takes the dining experience a notch higher, along with The Scallops, a tempting course of pan-seared scallops, celeriac noodles, and porcini powder; and Chicken and Morel, a combination of chicken farce, bacon-mushroom duxelles, foie gras, morel, Iberico ham jerky, and herb jus. To sweeten the occasion, Haliya’s Valentine’s menu includes unlimited helpings of an array of confections at the dessert station, as well as a choice of two love season-inspired cocktails.
Haliya is open from 12 noon to 11 pm on Valentine’s Day, and its special menu is priced at P9,500 net for two persons.
Café Society
Café Society spoils guests with its array of thoughtfully packaged sweet indulgences to celebrate love this season. Available from February 9 to 15, is a deliciously charming lineup of handcrafted chocolates, decadent cakes, pastries, and other confections that are perfect for gifting to loved ones. Not to be missed are:the Heart-shaped Blueberry Cheesecake, Valentine Assorted Macarons, My Choux Valentine Cake, and Peach Mango Silvanas Cake. For the artisanal chocolates, the Rose-kissed Bear, Love on Wheels, and Heartfelt Surprise are choices that are sure to make the heart flutter, especially if these confections are paired with flowers that are also available at the Café – be it with a long-stem rose, a bouquet of three, six, or 12 roses, if not a full spring bouquet
Café Society is open from 10 am to 9 pm, and on Tuesdays from 8 am. For reservations and information, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com, or visit https://www.cityofdreamsmanila.com/en/whats-on/concert-series. 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.
To usher in the New Year, City of Dreams Manila whets up the appetite for festive dining at its signature restaurants Crystal Dragon, Haliya, Nobu Manila, and The Café with special menus inspired by the spirit of the season. The Café and CenterPlay take New Year’s Eve events a notch higher as bands hype up the beat to a midnight countdown.
Crystal Dragon Festive Family Menu
The integrated resort’s signature restaurant for Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties continues to offer its seven-course Festive Season Family Set until January 1, 2026 for lunch and dinner at P36,000++. The menu, which is good for four to six persons, blends refinement, tradition, and seasonal signatures and consists of a combination platter of Wok-fried Green Lobster with XO sauce and Stuffed Tiger Prawn with spinach and crabmeat egg white sauce; and Double-boiled Abalone, Fish Maw, Dry Scallop and Stuffed Morel Mushrooms with chrysanthemum tofu in consommé.
Completing the Festive menu are the Steamed Live Sea Grouper in sour broth with fresh enoki mushroom; Shanghainese-style Braised Duck in caramelized five spice soy sauce; Sea Scallops Tossed with Celery Heart in pepper truffle sauce; Wok-fried Fragrant Rice with wild mushrooms and smoked honey-glazed pork belly; and Steamed Taro-shaped Lava Custard Bun.
Crystal Dragon is open from 12 noon to 11 pm daily.
Haliya’s Bagong Taon Menu
City of Dreams Manila’s restaurant for reimagined Filipino cuisine, Haliya thoughtfully curates a “Bagong Taon” a la carte menu available for dinner on December 31 and January 1, 2026.
For appetizer, Haliya entices with Pulpo Tocino with char-grilled cauliflower, pumpkin puree, roasted bell pepper, pickled kamias, mesclun, and microgreens. The restaurant’s creative take on Sopas is also offered, which deliciously combines sous vide chicken breast, sweet potato gnocchi, celery, carrots, and asparagus. The Beef Mechado is the menu’s pièce de resistance consisting of slow-roasted Angus beef tenderloin, potato truffle puree, chorizo salsa, and grilled eggplant. The menu’s dessert, Coconut Foam, a medley of crème caramel, persimmon, sugar palm fruit, mango, berries, kiwi, and coconut cream spuma (foam) is sweet welcome to the new year ahead.
Haliya’s New Year menu is available from 5 pm to 11 pm on both dates.
Nobu Manila Omakase and Sunday Brunch
A refined dinner awaits guests at the Manila outpost of celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s globally renowned restaurant, which puts into spotlight a five-course New Year Omakase menu available on December 31 and January 1,2026 at P6,653.57 net per person. The dinner menu commences with a chef’s choice of zensai, followed by a refreshing first course of a mouthwatering Octopus Sashimi with lemon, ginger and aji amarillo. It continues with a chef’s choice of assorted Nobu-style Nigiri and Wagyu Inaniwa Noodles with Japanese negi (leeks). Further exciting the palate are the next courses of Grilled Lobster with nashi pear, dry miso, crispy yuba (tofu skin) and chives, and Grilled Wagyu with truffle amazu ponzu, crispy onion, and truffle. The tasting menu ends with Watermelon Pavlova with meringue, fresh berries and watermelon sorbet.
The Café Buffet
Hyatt Regency Manila’s interactive show kitchen is making the New Year’s celebration exceptional with its December 31 lunch and dinner buffets, with the latter offering two seatings at 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. A live band and a DJ rev up the mood at dinner leading to a special countdown at midnight.
The Café buffets tempt diners with Roasted Salmon Tuscana-style, Osso Bucco, and mouthwatering variety of premium meats at the churrasco counter, and alive teppanyaki station. The carving station features an Herb-crusted Striploin for lunch, and Slow-roasted Angus Prime for dinner. In addition, freshly cut sashimi from a whole tuna plus a whole salmon at dinner are certain crowd pleasers, together with the irresistible seafood selection consisting of prawns, Chilean mussels, Manila clams, blue swimmer crabs, slipper lobsters, curacha, served alongside an assortment of sushi, maki, and nigiri. Not-to-missed are the signature dishes of various cuisines: Italian, Indian, Chinese, Thai, and Filipino, among others. An array of cold cuts and cheeses, a variety of holiday-themed cakes and confections, an indulgent chocolate fountain, and local dessert favorites elevate the New Year’s Eve indulgence.
Lunch is at P3,150, while the dinners are at P4,288 (first seating) and P4,988 (second seating). The package is inclusive of free-flowing house red and white wines, draft beer, soda, iced tea, juices, coffee, and tea.
CenterPlay’s New Year Countdown
Besides The Café, City of Dreams’ New Year countdown party is focused around CenterPlay, the entertainment bar destination, featuring adrenaline-pumping beats that start at 6 pm, climaxing at 11:30 pm as the clock ticks close to midnight from live, high-energy band performances of Part 3, Zyncxation, Eye Candies, and DJ Merlzie. CenterPlay makes available various countdown packages based on seat preferences, which all include party favors and a special media noche platter consisting of kinilaw na tanigue (Spanish mackerel ceviche), camaron rebosado (deep-fried battered shrimp), crispy lechon belly, and vegetable atchara. The countdown package rates start at P2,500 net for single-seats, inclusive of a glass of Heartcraft sparkling wine and P1,000 net consumable food and drinks from the bar’s regular menu; P10,000 net for a VIP table for four persons, inclusive of one bottle of Heartcraft sparkling wine and P4,000 net consumables; and P20,000 for a VIP table of eight persons inclusive of two bottles of Heartcraft sparkling wine and P8,000 net consumables.
For inquiries and reservations, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, visit https://www.cityofdreamsmanila.com/en/whats-on . 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.
City of Dreams Manila’s signature restaurants Crystal Dragon, Haliya, Nobu Manila, and The Café are bringing the holiday cheer through special menus that evoke the season’s festive flavors.
Crystal Dragon
The integrated resort’s signature restaurant for Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties blends refinement, tradition, and seasonal signatures in its Festive Season Family Set Menu. Curated to celebrate togetherness, the seven-course menu, good for four to six persons consists of: a combination platter of Wok-fried Green Lobster with XO sauce and Stuffed Tiger Prawn with spinach and crabmeat egg white sauce; Double-boiled Abalone, Fish Maw, Dry Scallop and Stuffed Morel Mushrooms with chrysanthemum tofu in consommé; Steamed Live Sea Grouper in sour broth with fresh enoki mushroom; Shanghainese-style Braised Duck in caramelized five spice soy sauce; Sea Scallops Tossed with Celery Heart in pepper truffle sauce; Wok-fried Fragrant Rice with wild mushrooms and smoked honey-glazed pork belly; and Steamed Taro-shaped Lava Custard Bun.
Available for lunch and dinner until January 1, 2026, the family set menu is available for P36,000++. Crystal Dragon is open from 12 noon to 11 pm daily.
Haliya
Haliya, City of Dreams Manila’s go-to restaurant for reimagined Filipino cuisine, presents ala carte seasonal favorites that evoke the Filipino noche buena feast.
Whet the appetite with the Tuna Pistachio Ensalada (P1,200++), a medley of foie gras mousse, mesclun, prosciutto, caviar, beetroot puree, red radish, chicken skin, and kiat—kiat dressing. For a heartwarming treat, choose the Potato Kastanyas Krema (P500++), a soulful combination of cauliflower and potato and leek soup with chickpea salsa, water chestnut, toasted cashew, and malunggay truffle oil. The Morcon Embotido (P1,550++) is not-to-be missed as the savory Filipino-style meatloaf wrapped pork loin with potato puree, pickled mustard seeds, chestnut, green apple, and morel pork jus is an indulgent Christmas treat. End the meal on a sweet note with the Peras and Kastanyas (P400++), an ensemble of star anise-poached pear, chestnut sorbet, caramel sauce and pinipig crumble.
Haliya’s Christmas menu is available on December 24 from 5 pm to 11 pm, and on Christmas Day, from 12 noon to 11 pm.
Nobu Manila
Christmas arrives early at the Manila outpost of the globally renowned restaurant of celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa as it offers a lavish yuletide brunch spread on December 21. Available for P4,388net per person, the festive brunch highlights the best of Nobu’s new-style Japanese cuisine including Black Cod Butter Lettuce, a sashimi trio of Yellowtail Jalapeño, Salmon Karashi Su Miso, and Sashimi Salad, Crispy Rice Tuna, and mini Chirashi complemented with local favorites prepared the Nobu way such as Nobu-style Kinilaw and Sisig Cup Sushi. Other tempting choices are the featured carvings of Roasted Lamb Leg and Crispy Pork Belly; an array of oysters, blue crabs, shrimp, and green mussels at the Chilled Seafood Bar; different choices of kushiyaki (skewers) prepared a la minute; salads, soups; and a dessert station that spotlights signature Nobu desserts.
For one-of-a-kind Christmas dinners, Nobu Manila highlights a special Christmas Omakase menu available on December 24 and 25. Available for P6,653.57 net per person, the special five-course tasting menu commences with a chef’s choice of zensai followed by the first course of Salmon Yuzu Truffle with whipped wasabi and dry miso crumble. The next course of chef’s choice of assorted Nobu-style Nigiri (hand-pressed sushi) and Harusame Clear Soup with Inaniwa noodles, leeks, and wakame (seaweed) build up the palate before the mains consisting of Chilean Sea Bass in Kaeshi Dashi with yuzu kosho, asparagus, and chives, and Wagyu Short Ribs with aka (red) miso sauce, croquettes, micro greens, and red onion. A delectable Chocolate Miso Choux a combination of miso crémeux, chocolate mousse, and vanilla cream provides a sweet conclusion to the meal.
The Café
Hyatt Regency Manila’s interactive show kitchen curates a festive buffet spread for celebratory lunch (12 noon to 3 pm) and dinner (5:30 to 11 pm) on December 24 and 25. Diners can look forward to a variety of premium meats at the churrasco counter, live teppanyaki station, and the carving station, which features an Herb-crusted Striploin for lunch and Slow-roasted Angus Prime for dinner. Seafood choices are in abundance, starting with Whole Tuna for lunch and Whole Salmon for dinner, served alongside an assortment of sushi and sashimi, and other seafood selection including prawns, Chilean mussels, blue swimmer crabs, slipper lobsters, and curacha. Other buffet highlights are well-loved dishes of various cuisines: Italian, Indian, Chinese, Thai, and Filipino, among others. An array of Christmas-themed cakes and confections, an indulgent chocolate fountain, and local dessert favorites complete the enticing buffet spread.
Lunch is at P3,150, while the dinners are at P4,288 on December 24 and P3,250 on December 25, which already includes free flowing house red and white wines, draft beer, soda, iced tea, juices, coffee, and tea. As additional holiday treat, The Café is giving out 20% early bird discount for guests fully settling reservations by December 20. Discounted early bird rates are at P2,520 for lunch, and P3,430.40 for Christmas eve dinner and P2,600 for Christmas Day dinner.
For inquiries and reservations, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, visit https://www.cityofdreamsmanila.com/en/whats-on . 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.
This holiday season, the OPM (Original Pilipino Music) Balladeer Ariel Rivera and Philippine Queen of Soul Jaya are bringing the magic of OPM on CenterPlay for a one-night-only concerts on December 3 and 17, respectively, at 9 pm.
Accomplished actor and singer-songwriter Ariel Rivera kicks off the celebration of timeless OPM hits on December 3, bringing his notable smooth vocals in his R&B and melodic pop music repertoire, which includes chart-topping hits including his first single “Sana Kahit Minsan”, “Simple Lang”, “Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin”, and “A Smile In Your Heart”. Ariel Rivera rose to fame in the 1990’s and was known as “Kilabot ng Kolehiyala”. Many will remember that the OPM Balladeer and talented heartthrob’s first album was self-titled and released in 1991and was quickly followed by a second album titled “Simple Lang” a year after. Both albums achieved triple platinum status. His notable musical and acting career earned him awards including Awit Awards’ Best New Male Artist in 1991, Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist in1992, and Best Supporting Actor at the 1992 Metro Manila Film Festival, to name a few.
On December 17, Queen of Soul Jaya is set to take the audience to a night of nostalgic musical journey through her soulful voice and electrifying presence. She made a mark in the industry for being the first Filipino music artist to have a song included in the Billboard Hot 100. The veteran music icon, who carved a successful career both locally and internationally, has been known for powerful hits including “Wala Na Bang Pagibig”, “Laging Naroon Ka”, and “Dahil Tanging Ikaw”. To date, she has released 12 studio albums.
Ariel Rivera and Jaya at CenterPlay follow the successful concert of Janno Gibbs in November. They join the roster of featured OPM stars at CenterPlay including Neocolours, Moira, Juan Karlos, Rey Valera, Noel Cabangon, Raymond Lauchengco, Ariel Rivera, Ice Seguerra, “Soul Siren” Nina, Jinky Vidal, Jed Madela, Yeng Constantino, Daryl Ong, Imago, and The CompanY. The King of Soul’s anticipated concert also highlights performances from bands Highschool Playlist and Le Chic as well as from a DJ who are set to perform alternately from 7 pm to 2 am.
Guests can reserve a seat or a table with consumables starting at P3,000, comprising of bar nosh, burgers, fries, and beverages. VIP couch seats for a party of eight, and smaller seatings are also available. Designed for the ultimate entertainment experience, CenterPlay is a cool snack and cocktail lounge 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.
As moms deserve nothing but the best on Mother’s Day, City of Dreams Manila unwraps thoughtful offerings – from dining, staycation, and wellness treatments – to spoil them on their special day.
Crystal Dragon’s Mother’s Day Special
Indulge mom with a hearty meal of fine Cantonese cuisine at the award-winning signature restaurant of City of Dreams Manila located at the upper ground floor of Nuwa Manila. To honor moms, Crystal Dragon presents a Mother’s Day a la carte menu available from May 5 to 11 for lunch and dinner. Certain to win their hearts, the menu consists of: Double-boiled Duo Treasure Lion’s Head in golden broth; Slow-braised Herbal Spring Chicken with fresh ginseng, abalone, and king mushrooms; Baked Live Sea Grouper with fragrant garlic sauce in a claypot; Wok-friend Spicy Mee Sua Noodle with crab meat and crispy soft shell crab; and Steamed Longevity Dumpling with sweetened peanut filling and Chilled Coconut and Mango Custard topped with sweetened bird nest.
Crystal Dragon is open daily from 12 noon to 11 pm.
Nobu Manila’s Mother’s Day Brunch
Surprise mom with a brunch experience at the Manila outpost of the world-renowned Nobu restaurant where signature Nobu-style dishes globally popularized by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa are featured in a hefty buffet spread.
Savor unlimited helpings of the popular Nobu classics such as the Nobu Signature Sashimi Trio of Tuna Matsuhisa, Yellowtail Jalapeno, Salmon Karashi Su Miso; Black Cod in butter lettuce, and chef’s selection of premium sushi cups and nigiri, which are featured alongside Mother’s Day specials including a carving station consisting of Roasted Whole U.S. Prime Ribeye, and Nobu Baked Salmon with shiitake mushroom and garlic crust. Other buffet highlights are the Japanese Uni Tempura, King Prawn with Aji Amarillo Aioli, Crispy Crab with sweet chili cilantro, and Nobu-style Beef Curry with mashed potato.
Completing the brunch spread are Gallagher oysters, blue crabs, shrimps, and mussels served with Nobu custom sauces at the chilled seafood bar, a whole tuna, which master chefs skillfully cut up for sashimi; an array of grilled meats and vegetables, salads, and a wide selection of desserts that include a white chocolate fountain.
The Nobu brunch concept combines an all-you-can-eat dishes from an a la carte menu, with a lavish buffet spread where chefs in action prepare Nobu sushi, sashimi and maki rolls at the sushi bar, and grilled skewered meats and vegetables at the kushiyaki station.
The Nobu Mother’s Day brunch is available from 11:30 am to 3 pm, and price starts at P4, 388 net per adult for the Regular package, inclusive of non-alcoholic beverages and mocktails. Other packages that include alcoholic and premium beverages are also available. Children ages 6 to 12 years old enjoy half price, and five years and below dine for free when accompanied by an adult availing of the Nobu brunch.
Apart from the Sunday Brunch, Nobu Manila, located at Level 1 of Nobu Hotel, is open on Mother’s Day for dinner from 5 pm to 10 pm.
Café Society’s Mother’s Day Treats
As nothing compares to a sweet gift to brighten the occasion, Café Society curates handcrafted chocolates and exquisite confections masterfully prepared by chocolatiers and pâtissiers at Café Society. Perfect for gifting, Cafe Society’s Mother’s Day offerings from May 5 to 11 include: Ube Leche Velvet Cake, a soft ube velvet sponge with rich leche flan filling and smooth cream cheese frosting elegantly finished with crispy pearls and chocolate flower; Chocolate Milk Tea Cake, a decadent cake layered with black tea crémeux, chewy brownies, moist apricot sponge, and milk chocolate mousse topped with Biscoff cookies, edible chocolate flower, and teacup; and Mother’s Day Mini Duo Cake, which consists of rich chocolate moist sponge and bittersweet ganache, wrapped in silky buttercream and glossy colored chocolate glaze, and beautifully adorned with a mommy doll and dainty chocolate daisies.
Mother’s Day-themed artisanal chocolates include the Mom’s Dream Box package, a two-level visual feast containing an edible white chocolate pair of shoes filled with round salted caramel pralines sitting on a cookies and cream bar; and at the lower drawer is a golden caramel with coconut chocolate bar topped by ladies’ chocolate shoes and purse. Other chocolate creations include a Mother-and-Child White Chocolate Bar enhanced with dried cranberry, cherry, apricot, and mango; and homemade chocolate fudge with dried cranberries, and homemade chocolate fudge with roasted cashew nuts.
Wellness Retreat at Nüwa Spa
A well-deserved pampering session for moms beckons at NüwaSpa, the first Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rated spa in the country. The tranquil oasis provides bespoke treatments using premium French brand Biologique Recherche that spell a deeply relaxing and personalized spa journey for the mind, body, and spirit. Apart from the selection of wellness treatments ranging from signature spa suite experience, express massage options to facial treatments,the spa also offers a buy-1-take-1 promotion on Omorovicza products, whose therapeutic-grade products are known for harnessing the natural healing powers of the finest ingredients and the purest extracts and oils.
Made for Mom Staycation at Nuwa Manila, Nobu Hotel, and Hyatt Regency Manila
In celebration of Mother’s Day, City of Dreams Manila’s three Forbes Travel Guide Star-rated hotels highlight a dreamy getaway staycation package for direct bookings, which start at P12,200 at Nüwa Manila, P10,900 at Nobu Hotel, and P9,698 at Hyatt Regency Manila. Rates quoted are net.
The room for an overnight stay includes complimentary breakfast for two adults and two children 12 years old and below, P1,000 dining credits that can be used at City of Dreams Manila’s operated outlets, 20% discount on DreamPlay’s participating tickets, 20% discount on selected spa services at Nüwa Spa and Nobu Spa, and a complimentary Maxibar in the room. Booking period is until May 10 with stay period from May 9 to 11. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-221942 Series of 2025.Terms and conditions apply.
For inquiries, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com; or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com. 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.
Romance fills the air at City of Dreams Manila as the luxury integrated resort charms guests with impressive dining and staycation experiences with loved ones this Valentine’s season.
Nobu Manila
The Manila outpost of the globally renowned restaurant founded by celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa, located at Nobu Hotel Manila, presents a five-course Valentine’s Day dinner menu on February 14 for P6,000 net person. The swoon-worthy menu, which comes with a glass of welcome drink starts with the chef’s choice of appetizer followed by a selection of Nobu Canapés: unagi (freshwater eel) den miso; Nobu Malibu-style crispy rice; ika (squid) with yuzu kosho (spicy yuzu paste) and caviar. An assorted selection of Nobu sushi served along with a clear soup of ginger, oyster and negi (leeks) come after. The dinner goes a notch higher with the next course of Hokkaido Scallops with vanilla miso, foie gras and sesame seeds; and Seared Wagyu Beef with onsen tamago (Japanese-style soft boiled egg), dried miso garlic chips, and glazed sake-mirin reduction. A delightful dessert of Delicate Chocolate Heart with strawberry and rum mousse, red velvet cake and mixed berry sorbet finishes an amorous dinner. In Nobu fashion, the occasion would cater to celebrations for two, a family affair or single friends getting together.
Nobu Manila is open from 5 pm to 11 pm on Valentine’s Day.
Crystal Dragon
Crystal Dragon, one of the metro’s elite restaurants for Cantonese cuisine, impresses with a four-course set menu available from February 13 to 14 for lunch and dinner. The menu, which comes with a glass of sparkling wine, whets the appetite with an appetizer of premium Ostra Regal Oyster with kaffir lime chili dressing served with foie gras toast with red wine vinaigrette reduction, which is followed with a rich and hearty soup of Alaskan King Crab Bisque with aromatic Szechuan mala oil. The romantic indulgence continues with a melt-in-the-mouth Heritage Braised Pork Belly with star anise, cinnamon, golden quail egg, and Romanesco broccoli; and Signature XO Lobster Thermidor with handmade bamboo charcoal noodles and truffle chicken pillow dumpling. Providing a sweet yet light conclusion to the meal is a dessert of Mango Pomelo Lava Chiffon. The set menu is priced at P5,500 net per person for a minimum order for two persons.
Crystal Dragon is open daily from 12 noon to 11 pm.
Haliya
City of Dreams Manila’s dining destination for modern Filipino restaurant celebrates the season of love with an “Araw ng mga Puso” special menu available for dinner on February 14. The offer, priced at P9,000 net for two persons, comes with a three-course menu, a variety of confections at the dessert station, and two rounds of cocktails of the guest’s choice.
The menu includes The Prawn, an irresistible dish of marinated prawn, red cabbage pearl, compressed watermelon, cucumber water, watercress, citrus segments, baby radish and micro herbs; Roasted Tomato Crema, a heartwarming soup of semi-confit cherry tomato, kesong puti (local cottage cheese) tortellini, tomato powder, micro basil and cream foam; and Beef Tenderloin, a mouthwatering course of sous vide black Angus beef tenderloin with roasted beetroot heart puree, celeriac crème, squash fondant, baby carrot, asparagus, and black pepper jus. Choices at the dessert station are strawberry pastillas, mango cheesecake, hazelnut cake, white choco vanilla cake, raspberry panna cotta, fresh fruit skewers; while the selection of cocktails include Berries Lovers Dream, Blush and Berry Mojito, Heaven’s Heart, and Whisky Crush.
Haliya is open from 5 pm to 11 pm on Valentine’s Day.
Café Society
Café Society spoils guests with its array of thoughtfully packaged sweet indulgences this season of love. Available from February 11 to 14, the tempting lineup of delectable chocolates, cakes, pastries, and other confections that are perfect for gifting to loved ones are comprised of Heart Milk Choco Crème and Crispy Crunch Cake; Valentine’s Day Chocolate Mocha Cheesecake, Valentine Heart Duo Cake. Handcrafted chocolates by the resort’s world-class chocolatiers such as Valentine Heart in a box, Valentine Flowers in bloom, and Heart of Roses in a pot are a must-try. Pair the delectable confections with an array of flower arrangements available at the café, with a choice of a long stem rose, a bouquet of three, six or 12 roses, if not a fuller spring bouquet.
Café Society is open from 10 am to 9 pm, and on Tuesdays from 8 am.
CenterPlay
For lovers in the mood for live music and good tipples, the cool snack and cocktail lounge that features nightly live performances from local artists is offering Valentine’s Day-inspired concoctions available for the whole month of February. The selection of cocktails, which starts at P500 net, include Amore, Self-Love, Dear Cupid, Love at First Sip, Pinky Promise, I Do, and Freya.
CenterPlay is open daily from 6 pm to 2 am.
Rossi Pizza
City of Dreams Manila’s pizzeria, known for its Roman-style pizzas, offers a Sunday Brunch experience starting February 9. A seductive spread combining Italian favorites and rustic dishes rooted in the Italian tradition of cooking are showcased in the buffet’s action stations. The pasta station highlights chicken fettucine alfredo and penne arrabbiata with shrimp prepared à la minute, while the pizza station features bacon and onion, all-meat and vegetable pizza. Other satisfying choices are freshly baked focaccia bread, grissini, and an assortment of breads, and sandwiches such as Monte Cristo and grilled vegetable with pesto mayo, complemented by a salad station with a selection of mixed greens and dressings. An array of sliced fresh fruits in season and the chef’s choice of desserts for the day complete the brunch spread.
Rossi Pizza’s Sunday Brunch is from 11 am to 3 pm, at P999++ per person. Children ages six to 12 years old dine at half the price and below six are free of charge.
Wave
Acclaimed actor and singer Ian Veneracion delights guests with a one-night-only Valentine’s weekend concert on February 15 at 8 pm at Wave, Nobu Hotel Manila’s poolside restaurant. Seat reservations are offered with consumables at P3,000 net per person.
Staycation Packages
Valentine’s Day dates are made more special at City of Dreams Manila’s three Forbes Travel Guide-rated hotels, which are offering special rates in conjunction with the resort’s anniversary celebration. The promotion until August 31, starting at P13,888 at Nüwa Manila, P11,888 at Nobu Hotel Manila, and P10,888 at Hyatt Regency Manila, includes an overnight stay, complimentary breakfast for two, complimentary maxibar and chocolate amenities; and P1,000 dining credits (except in-room dining) at any outlets operated by City of Dreams Manila. The packages also highlight a 20% discount on the following: DreamPlay participating tickets, select spa services at Nüwa Spa and Nobu Spa, and on any food and beverage items at the resort operated outlets (except in-room dining).
Booking period is from February 1 to August 31. Blackout dates on dining outlets and other terms and conditions apply. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-211765 Series of 2025. For inquiries and reservations, call 8800-8080 for the or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com, or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com. 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.
