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  • City of Dreams Manila Celebrates A Decade of Dreams Realized

    City of Dreams Manila Celebrates A Decade of Dreams Realized

    City of Dreams Manila kicks off in February, its series of tenth year anniversary festivities highlighting dazzling performances from sought after OPM artists, enticing staycation packages, tempting dining promotions, and exciting activation events.

    “Our ‘Decade of Dreams’ anniversary celebrations are a toast to the ten years of excellence and innovation in dining, hospitality, gaming, and best practices in sustainable luxury that we hold to this day. This milestone inspires our 4,000 colleagues to further deliver new and unparalleled experiences in the years to come,” City of Dreams Manila Property President Geoff Andres shared.

    5. COD Manila Decade of Dreams Staycation at Nuwa Manila

    Dazzling Entertainment and Star-studded Performances

    Enthralling Display at the Main Casino Entrance

    At the resort’s main casino lobby, an imposing installation of this year’s Chinese zodiac, resplendent in the resort’s sapphire branding color, heralds a dual occasion: the Year of the Snake and City of Dreams’ tenth year anniversary. Catching the eye of onlookers and car enthusiasts currently is a Jaguar I-Pace, an electric performance SUV, to kick off the other luxury cars that will be at stake each month during the “10 Cars, in 10 Months” lucky raffle draw exclusive for Melco Club members. A lucky winner will be drawn every last Saturday of the month from February to November.

    2. COD Manila Decade of Dreams Filipino A List Singers Perform at the By Invitation Gala Night for Key Customers

    By Invitation Gala Night with OPM icons Apo Hiking Society, Ogie Alcasid and Sharon Cuneta

    The excitement builds up with an exclusive star-studded, by-invitation-only blue-carpet gala night on February 8, where OPM icons Apo Hiking Society, Ogie Alcasid, and Sharon Cuneta are set to regale invited guests to celebrate the resort’s milestone, as the resort’s culinary team serves up a celebratory meal.

    Superfest Manila

    1 City of Dreams Manila Decade of Dreams display at the main casino entrance 1

    A two-day car show of trendy sports cars and super trucks will enthrall car enthusiasts on February 8 and 9 at the main casino driveway, where on the first night a watch party will enable onlookers to view the gala dinner program in the ballroom.

    On February 8, from 4 to 11 pm, DJs amp up thrilling activities that culminate with a fashion show at CenterPlay at 10 pm featuring Kim Domingo. The following day, a DJ leads interactive and fun activities for car enthusiasts, from 2 to 8 pm.

    Saturday Nights with OPM Artists

    3. COD Manila Decade of Dreams Saturday Night Concert Series

    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.

    On February 22 at CenterPlay, singer-songwriter Moira dela Torre showcases her soothing musical artistry. Moira, a multi-platinum artist, has been known for her hit songs “Paubaya” and “Tagpuan” among other hits. On March 1, Juan Karlos takes the stage at CenterPlay with his chart-topping songs “Buwan” and “Ere”, among others. Both gigs also showcase alternating performances of DJs and bands including Swerve and Part 3, from 7 pm to 2 am. Seats or tables are available for reservation with prices starting at P3,000 net per person, inclusive of consumables.

    Signature Gastronomic Indulgences at 20% off

    4. COD Manila Decade of Dreams Nobus Squid Pasta with Light Garlic Sauce for the 10 Restaurants Offer

    For food lovers, City of Dreams Manila curates 10 signature dishes from 10 select restaurants with a 20% discount offer for the whole month of February, namely:

    Crystal Dragon’s Flaming Wagyu Beef, Spicy Sichuan Style with king oyster Mushroom; Nobu Manila’s Squid “Pasta” with light garlic sauce; Haliya’s Baked Pork Sisig; Season 88’s Jeyuk Bokkeum (pork belly with spicy sauce and vegetables); Red Ginger’s Grilled Honey Tamarind Pork Belly; Jing Ting’s “Genghis Khan” Roasted Beef Short Ribs; Hidemasa’s Crispy Kani Roll; Rossi Pizza’s Chicken Parmigiana; Noodl8’s Efu Noodles with assorted seafood and crispy pork tossed in X.O. sauce; and Wave’s Burger. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-212701 Series of 2025.

    Enticing Staycation Packages

    Various room promotions until August 31 complete City of Dreams Manila’s anniversary promotions, consisting of 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 integrated resort’s operated outlets (except in-room dining). The anniversary offer provides an opportunity to experience the integrated resort’s three Travel Guide-rated hotels at special rates, starting at P13,888 at Nüwa Manila, P11,888 at Nobu Hotel Manila, and P10,888 at Hyatt Regency Manila.

    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.

    Terms and conditions apply. For inquiries and reservations, 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.

  • Auspicious Festivities to Celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake at City of Dreams Manila

    Auspicious Festivities to Celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake at City of Dreams Manila

    City of Dreams Manila commences its Year of the Wood Snake festivities with auspicious and vibrant Lunar New Year rituals; and dining offers that symbolize prosperity and good fortune at premium restaurants Crystal Dragon, Nobu Manila, and contemporary dining outlet Red Ginger.

    Spectacular Chinese New Year Ceremony

    1 Lion Dance on High Poles

    To augur good fortune for the community and to highlight an eye-dotting ceremony on January 29, revelers will witness a spectacular lion and 70-ft long dragon dance performances in majestic Chinese New Year tradition performed by skilled artists from Ling Nam Athletic Association in front of the main casino entrance at 5 pm. At the main casino lobby, an imposing installation of this year’s intriguing Chinese zodiac, resplendent in sapphire hues in celebration also of the luxury resort’s tenth year anniversary, is on display.

    Crystal Dragon

    City of Dreams Manila’s award-winning Cantonese restaurant presents its auspicious and curated specialties that reflect the significant culinary traditions of the Lunar New Year.

    2 Crystal Dragons CNY dish Prosperity Abalone Yee Sang square

    Comprised of premium ingredients, the  festive a la carte menu, available on January 27 to February 12, is headlined by Crystal Dragon’s indulgent rendition of the traditional prosperity toss salad, levelling it up with  Prosperity Abalone Yee Sang (P2,388++, good for three to four persons per serving), To beget luck, the colorful and auspicious salad ritual consists  of sliced abalone (for abundance),colorful julienned papaya (evoking youthfulness), pomelo and carrots (for good luck), radish (or swift progress), onion leeks (for wisdom), chopped peanuts, and deep-fried flour crisps(for prosperity) drizzled with oil (for a smooth sailing year), and sweet plum dressing (for  sweet and harmonious family relationship).

    3 Crystal Dragons CNY dish Braised Eight Treasures with Lohan Vegetables in Golden Nest portrait 1

    The Yee Sang is an integral celebratory fare shared by a group, gathered around the table, to mix and toss the ingredients high up with chopsticks while reciting auspicious phrases to bless all present with well-wishes, creating a joyful and lively atmosphere.  The ritual is believed to augur good fortune: the higher the toss, the better the prospects and greater wealth for the coming year. This meaningful Lunar New Year tradition is popular in Chinese communities in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Singapore where heritage Chinese restaurants introduced it in the 1960s.

    4 Crystal Dragons CNY dish Braised Eight Treasures with Lohan Vegetables in Golden Nest portrait 2

    Completing Crystal Dragon’s Chinese New Year symbolic specialties to usher in good fortune are: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall in Rich Golden Broth; Poached Yellow Skin Chicken with Chinese spices and Szechuan pepper oil, Steamed Live Sea Grouper in homemade spicy “Choi Hiong” sauce; Live Green Lobster in duo flavor: Wok-fried Green Lobster Meat in fragrant golden garlic and Crispy Salted Egg Lobster Ball; Braised Eight Treasures with Lo Han Vegetables in Golden Nest; Wok-fried Yam Rice with braised pork trotter, roasted duck and crispy pork; Deep-fried Three Layered Salted Egg Yolk Nian Gao, and Chilled Peach Jelly, Snow Swallow & Wolfberries with citrusy Osmanthus honey.

    Crystal Dragon is open daily from 12 noon to 11 pm.

    Nobu Manila

    The season’s flavors and traditions can likewise be savored at the Manila outpost of the globally renowned Nobu Restaurant. From January 27 to February 2, Nobu Manila highlights luxe Chinese New Year ala carte dinner specials featuring premium turbot and rock lobster platters that are a rare feast for up to four persons. The Whole Turbot Fish Sashimi and Sushi Platter consists of sashimi enhanced with matcha soy salt and dry miso in yuzu lemon juice; sushi, which comes with konbu in yuzu lemon juice and turbot liver; and a cut roll of turbot tempura with eel sauce.

    5 Nobu Manilas CNY dish Whole Rock Lobster Sashimi and Sushi Platter

    The Whole Rock Lobster Sashimi and Sushi Platter consists of sashimi of new-style lobster in yuzu soy sauce and dry miso in capsicum yuzu; and cut roll of lobster tempura, avocado, masago, (fish roe) and chives; primed with steamed lobster roe.

    To further tempt the palate, the prime dishes are also offered as indulgent hot entrees — the Whole Turbot Fish in black bean sauce and tempura with amazu ponzu; and the Whole Rock Lobster Tempura in sweet chili cilantro sauce.

    Alternatively, the season’s Nobu’s seven-course Omakase menu is also offered.

    Nobu Manila is open for dinner from 5 pm to 10 pm, Sunday to Thursday and until 11 pm every Friday and Saturday.

    Red Ginger

    6 Red Ginger CNY Longevity Crispy Noodles with Seafood and Gravy landscape

    The contemporary Asian bar and bistro infuses Southeast Asian flavors to its Lunar Festival menu available daily from January 15 to 31, 11 am to 1 am. The special ala carte menu includes a “Prosperity” salmon Curry Puff, a savory dish of salmon and vegetable curry, and hard-boiled egg enclosed in a homemade puff pastry; “Longevity” Crispy Noodles with seafood and gravy, a delicious medley of crispy egg noodles topped with shrimp, squid, lapu-lapu, lobster balls, and assorted vegetables; “Wealthy” Braised Pork Belly with Asia spices, which features a melt-in-your mouth slow-cooked pork belly, bok choy, quail eggs, and braised tofu; “Lucky” Golden Crispy Chicken that comes with sweet chili sauce and chips; and “Fortune” Nian Gao, which features assorted rice cake rolls served with vanilla ice cream and a fortune cookie.

    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.

  • Countdown Revelries, Festive Menus, and Raffle Prizes Define City of Dreams Manila’s New Year Celebration

    Countdown Revelries, Festive Menus, and Raffle Prizes Define City of Dreams Manila’s New Year Celebration

    City of Dreams Manila culminates 2024 and ushers in the new year on a high note with countdown revelries, enticing special menus, and a raffle draw for a festive media noche celebration.

    New Year’s Eve Countdown at The Grand Ballroom

    1. Gigi De Lana and Gigi Vibes Band

    The place to be to ring in 2025, City of Dreams Manila’s Grand Ballroom presents thrilling live band performances starting at 8:30 pm with Mifan band. The excitement builds up as acoustic band MYMP takes the stage at 10:30 pm, preceding the final show of the night at 11:20 pm, with powerhouse vocalist Gigi De Lana and Gigi Vibes Band leading the countdown.

    2. MYMP

    Completing the revelry is a special buffet menu that features a slow-cooked steamship beef roast that comes with a choice of sauces; lechon pork belly roll, and a hefty spread of cheeses and cold cuts, choices of terrines and antipasto; crudites, other   meat, fish, and seafood choices on entrees; selection of desserts including a premium chocolate fountain and special bibingka. Indulging diners on the last day of the year, the buffet also includes an open bar with unlimited helpings of sodas, chilled juices, beer, special cocktails, wed and white wines, soju, coffee, and tea.

    Ticket holders are eligible to win raffle prizes such as Nobu Spa treatments, and overnight stays at Hyatt Regency Manila and Nobu Hotel Manila.

    Tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown at The Grand Ballroom are at P8,000 net per person (Silver) and P10,000 net per person (Gold). Special rates are offered when booking a table for ten: P60,000 net (Silver) and P80,0000 net (Gold).

    For those opting for a hotel stay, City of Dreams Manila’s three hotels are offering packages inclusive of an overnight stay, complimentary breakfast for two, two reserved tickets for the Grand Ballroom’s New Year’s Countdown event, and complimentary welcome amenity, among other perks. The packages (net prices), start at P25, 888 for Hyatt Regency Manila; P26,888 for Nobu Hotel Manila; and P28,888 for Nüwa Manila Booking period is until December 30 and stay period is until December 31. Terms and conditions apply. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-207499 Series of 2024.

    Countdown at CenterPlay

    Created for the ultimate new year entertainment experience, the contemporary entertainment bar CenterPlay revs up the new year celebration with head-bopping performances from CenterPlay’s local artists Eye Candies, Part 3 Band, and Zyncxation Band.  Revelers can choose from three countdown packages, which includes a media noche platter  consisting of crispy lechon pork belly, chicharon bulaklak (pork flower cracklings), kinilaw na tanigue (Spanish mackerel ceviche), kwek-kwek (quail eggs deep fried in orange batter) and sapin-sapin (layered glutinous rice cake),: P10,000 net for a VIP table for four inclusive of a bottle of sparkling wine and P6,000 consumables from the regular menu; P20,000 net for a table with couch seating for 8 persons, inclusive of two bottles of sparkling wine and P12,000 consumables. Single-seat package is also offered at P2,500 net inclusive of a glass of sparkling wine, and P1,500 consumables from the regular menu, for three or less persons.

    New Year’s Omakase and Sunday Brunch at Nobu Manila

    3. Nobu Manilas Red Bean Butter Mochi

    Nobu Manila ushers in the new year with vibrant flavors that capture the essence of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s new-style Japanese cuisine. Offered exclusively on December 31 and January 1, 2025, the five-course New Year’s dinner tasting menu priced at P6,653.57 net per person consists of: a chef’s choice of zensai (appetizer), Nobu Sashimi Sampler (yellowtail with melon puree and caviar, squid salad with Jalapeño dressing, and salmon with yuzu gravy); followed by a seasonal selection of premium assorted sushi. The menu continues with Lobster with cha soba and truffle tosazu butter sauce; Wagyu Beef with foie gras and kuri-kinton (a staple new year dish in Japan made from candied chestnuts and sweet potatoes). Providing a sweet conclusion to the meal is the Red Bean Butter Mochi.

    Nobu Manila also offers a New Year Sunday brunch menu for P4,388 net, on December 29.  The distinct Nobu Experience features unlimited helpings of popular Nobu-style dishes laid out on the buffet combined with dishes served a la minute: the Nobu Signature Sashimi Trio of Tuna Matsuhisa, Yellowtail Jalapeño and Salmon Karashi Su Miso; Black Cod Butter Lettuce, to name some; and a premium array of chef’s selection of sushi cups, nigiri, and maki rolls unique to Nobu. Not to be missed are the featured carvings of the day – Slow-Smoked Whole Wagyu Brisket and Roasted Whole Turkey. Other tempting buffet highlights include the whole tuna sashimi station complemented by a chilled seafood bar that features a selection of oysters, blue crabs, shrimps, and green mussels; different choices of kushiyaki (skewers) prepared a la minute; and a dessert station that includes a chocolate fountain.

    Bagong Taon sa Haliya

    4. Haliyas Beef Mosaic

    City of Dreams Manila’s modern Filipino restaurant captures the heartwarming flavors of the Filipino media noche with the exclusive ala carte choices available for dinner on December 31 and January 1. The special New Year menu is comprised of: The Oyster with water spinach, queso de bola, lemon crème, caramelized bacon and leeks, calamansi, roasted capsicums and microgreens; Krema de Castanyas, a soup enriched with ricotta chicken tortellini, guisantes, chestnuts, herb oil, red radish, cherry tomatoes, and microgreens; Beef Mosaic or Haliya’s creative take on Beef Wellington served with cauliflower puree, creamy mashed potato, king mushroom, chicken skin mousse, prosciutto, asparagus, baby carrots, and humba glaze; and Fruit Pavlova, which consists of custard cake, pavlova, persimmon jam, compressed seasonal fruits and chocolate leaves.

    Crystal Dragon’s Festive Season Menu

    5. Crystal Dragons Deep fried Fluffy Abalone with Marinated Seaweed Micro Herbs 1

    City of Dreams Manila’s signature restaurant for Cantonese cuisine and regional Chinese specialties continues to highlight its five-course season set menu available for lunch and dinner until January 1, 2025. Perfect for holiday indulgence, Crystal Dragon’s set menu consists of: Deep-fried Fluffy Abalone with marinated seaweed and micro herbs; Rich Lobster Bisque with poached Hokkaido scallop and crab meat; Wok-fried Wagyu Beef with Chinese yam in black bean sauce, crispy dough stick and king mushroom; Creamy Braised Green Lobster with shimeji mushroom, and crispy dragon beard vermicelli; and Baked Alaska Flambé. The menu is offered for P6,000++ per person for a minimum order for two persons. 

    New Year’s Eve Countdown with a Festive Menu at The Café

    6. The Cafes Seafood Selection

    Hyatt Regency Manila’s interactive show-kitchen restaurant brings the season’s flavors through curated holiday buffet spread of local and international cuisine available for lunch and dinner on December 31.  Lunch service (P2,499 net) highlights include Roast Beef on the carving station; Masala-rubbed Roasted Trevally, which comes with condiment choices including garlic sauce, spicy yogurt, and mint sauce at the Indian corner; Thai-style Whole Fried Chicken; selection of tempura; assortment of meats and vegetables at the live teppanyaki station; and assorted skewers of meat and vegetables from the grill section.

    On December 31, The Café opens two dinner seatings:  h from 5:30 pm to 8 pm for P3,199 net, and from 8:30 pm to 11 pm, for 3,999 net. The latter package features entertainment with alternating performances from Alley Cats Band and a DJ starting at 9:30 pm until the countdown to 2025 at midnight, and an extended service from the pastry and dessert buffet station in addition to the unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is offered from 11 pm to 1 am.  

    Not to be missed for the first seating dinner spread are the Steamship, Tuna and Salmon Sashimi, and Roasted Peking Duck. Tempting choices on the second dinner seating include Crispy Pata (pork leg), Porchetta, and seafood choices such as slipper lobsters and curacha, to name a few.

    Completing the lunch and dinner spread are a hefty selection of Italian, Japanese, and Korean favorites, dim sum, roasting and noodle choices at the Asian section; seafood options; various cold cuts, cheeses, and salads at the cold section; and assorted pastries and desserts.

    The lunch and dinner packages are inclusive of free-flowing juices, coffee, tea, local draft beer, red and white house wines. The second dinner seating also includes cocktails, red sangria, and party favors. Children ages six to 12 are entitled to a 50% discount.

    To add delight in ushering the new year, consider booking a staycation and dining package starting at P18,888 net at Hyatt Regency Manila; P19,888 net at Nobu Hotel Manila; and P21,888 net at Nüwa Manila. The packages are inclusive of an overnight stay, complimentary breakfast for two, dinner for two adults and children 12 years old and below, and a special welcome amenity, among other inclusions. Booking period is until December 30 and stay period is until December 31. Terms and conditions apply. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-207499 Series of 2024.

    For inquiries and reservations, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, 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. 

  • CenterPlay Concert Series at City of Dreams Manila Presents Noel Cabangon This July

    CenterPlay Concert Series at City of Dreams Manila Presents Noel Cabangon This July

    The July edition of City of Dreams Manila’s CenterPlay Concert Series puts the spotlight on OPM (Original Pilipino Music) icon Noel Cabangon in a one-night-only live concert on July 31 at 9 p.m.

    The seasoned multi-awarded folk singer-songwriter from La Union known for his heartfelt soothing voice and mastery of guitar chords has been the top-of-mind legend when it comes to songs that reflect Filipino society, culture, and heritage. He is well-known for timeless records such as “Kanlungan”, which was written by a former Buklod bandmate, among others. His rendition of the song “Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko” won him Awit Awards’ Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist, and his other awards include Best Song Written for Movie / TV/ Stage Play award for “Ang Buhay Nga Naman” and Best World Recording for “Binibini.”

    1. Noel Cabangon

    “Noel Cabangon Live at CenterPlay” follows the successful sold-out concert shows staged monthly at the circular stage at City of Dreams Manila’s main gaming floor. OPM icons previously featured at CenterPlay’s Concert Series include: Neocolours, Jinky Vidal, Yeng Constatntino, Raymond Lauchengco, Janno Gibbs, Rey Valera, Ice Seguerra, “Soul Siren” Nina, and The CompanY. The upcoming concert also showcases the Highschool Playlist band and other DJs who perform alternately from 8 pm to 1:30 am.

    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.

    Guests can reserve a seat or a table with consumables starting at P2,500, comprising of bar snacks, burgers, fries, and beverages. VIP couch seats for a party of eight at P20,000 and VIP Small Tables for a group of four at P10,000 are also available, inclusive of consumables. For reservations and information on upcoming performances at CenterPlay, call 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.

  • Creative Interpretations of Adobo Take Centerstage at Haliya, City of Dreams Manila

    Creative Interpretations of Adobo Take Centerstage at Haliya, City of Dreams Manila

    Haliya, City of Dreams Manila’s restaurant specializing in reimagined Filipino cuisine, pays homage to the quintessential adobo for the whole month of July. Adobo lovers will find the new features a welcome addition to the refined Filipino dining experience that characterizes Haliya, which is conveniently located just off the lobby of Forbes Five Star-rated Nuwa Manila,

    Inspired by the vibrant culinary heritage, history, and creative iterations of what is considered the country’s national dish, Haliya marries modern influences with tradition at its month-long “Adobo Festival” where five adobo creations reimagine the classic Filipino favorite. While enriched with subtle innovations, the seafood and meat dishes creatively capture the well-loved and comfortingly familiar adobo flavor profile.

    1 Adobo Chicken Ensalada

    Haliya’s Adobo Festival special menu consists of: Adobo Ensalada, a mélange of marinated chicken thigh, pickled red cabbage, cucumber, kiat kiat (small mandarin orange) segments, baby Romaine lettuce, lime zest, cherry tomatoes, adobo vinaigrette, crispy marble potatoes with parmesan, red radish and microgreens; Adlai Adobo Balls, which combine sinangag na adlai (similar to fried rice but using the heirloom crop adlai) with adobo chicken, adobo mayo, sweet soy vinegar sarsa (sauce), crispy pork floss, chili threads, and microgreens.

    2 Adobong Tadyang sa Gata

    Crispy Adobong Tahong a delicious medley of soy vinegar-marinated mussels  crispy taro, spring onions, adobo sarsa, pinakurat (coconut sap vinegar), and adobo mayo; Antigo Adobo, a savory plate of braised pork belly, fried soft egg, sauteed sayote (chayote) tops, and crispy maruya (banana fritters); and Adobong Tadyang sa Gata, a rich combination of slow-braised adobo beef short ribs in coconut milk with garlic chips, chili, and bamboo shoots served in a crispy lumpia (spring roll) cup.  

    3 Luna

    Haliya’s new selection of tipples adds delight to the dining experience and complements the adobo dishes:  Tropiko, a concoction of gin, pandan syrup, lychee puree, green mango juice, and egg white; Luna, a mixture of rum, lemon juice, agave syrup, blueberry, and ginger beer; Takipsilim, a bold blend of bourbon whiskey, lime juice, pineapple juice, and concentrated bitters; and La Berde, a smooth glass of vodka, lemongrass juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, agave syrup, and basil.

    Akin to the Filipino spirit of sharing meals, Haliya’s dishes are served family-style. The restaurant’s refined setting which evokes the country’s elegant and vibrant culture completes the exciting dining experience that awaits guests at Haliya.

    Haliya is open for dinner from 5 pm to 11 pm from Mondays to Fridays, and from 11 am on Saturdays and Sundays. For inquiries and reservations, call (63 2 ) 8691- 7780 or 8800-8080, or e-mail Haliya@cod-manila.com or guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, 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.

  • Take a Trip Down Memory Lane with Neocolours’ Live Concert at CenterPlay, City of Dreams Manila

    Take a Trip Down Memory Lane with Neocolours’ Live Concert at CenterPlay, City of Dreams Manila

    The 1980’s iconic OPM (Original Pilipino Music) band Neocolours is the ninth band to take the spotlight at City of Dreams Manila’s CenterPlay Concert Series. The six-member band is set to hold a one-night only concert on June 27 at 9 p.m.

    Neocolours Live at CenterPlay City of Dreams Manila 1

    A pop-rock band formed in mid-80’s, Neocolours made a mark in the local music industry with their hit songs “Tuloy Pa Rin”, “Say You’ll Never Go”, “Kasalanan Ko Ba”, and “Hold On” among others, which are tunes that transcend decades and continue to be enjoyed across generations. Timeless and iconic, these chart-topping love songs were given renditions by some of the country’s top recording artists, and were featured in commercials, films, and television shows.

    Neocolours

    Neocolours Live at CenterPlay follows the successful sold-out concert shows staged by CenterPlay, a contemporary bar on City of Dreams Manila’s gaming floor known for presenting OPM artists every last Thursday of the month. OPM icons previously featured at CenterPlay’s Concert Series include: Jinky Vidal, Yeng Constatntino, Raymond Lauchengco, Janno Gibbs, Rey Valera, Ice Seguerra, “Soul Siren” Nina, and The CompanY. The upcoming concert also showcases the Soulmates band and other DJs who are set to perform alternately from 8:00 pm to 1:30 am.

    Guests can reserve a seat or a table with consumables starting at P2,500, comprising of bar snacks, burgers, fries, and beverages. VIP couch seats for a party of eight at P20,000 and VIP Small Tables for a group of four at P10,000 are also available, inclusive of consumables. 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. For reservations and information on upcoming performances at CenterPlay, call 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. 

  • Usher in the Year of the Wood Dragon with Auspicious Offerings at City of Dreams Manila

    City of Dreams Manila rings in the Year of the Wood Dragon, considered as the luckiest sign in Chinese Zodiac. The integrated resort’s signature restaurants Crystal Dragon and Red Ginger showcase auspicious offerings to welcome the lunar year, making it a destination in this time of reunions and celebrations.

    As the Year of the Wood Dragon comes once every 60 years, City of Dreams Manila is also set to hold special events observing the traditions of the occasion.

    Crystal Dragon

    Enjoy a prosperous meal at Crystal Dragon, City of Dreams Manila’s outlet specializing in Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties.  From January 25 to February 12, the restaurant highlights its Lunar New Year specialties from lunch to dinner including the signature Lunar Year Prosperity Abalone Yu Sheng.

    1. Crystal Dragons Prosperity Abalone Yu Sheng Salad

    A quintessential Chinese New Year celebratory fare, Crystal Dragon’s version of the symbolic yu sheng salad consists of sliced abalone, colorful julienned papaya, pomelo, carrots, radish, onion leeks, chopped peanuts, and deep-fried flour crisps drizzled with oil and sweet plum dressing. The abalone symbolizes abundance, while the oil represents a wish for a smooth sailing year. The chopped peanuts and deep-fried flour crisps signify prosperity, and the sweet plum sauce denotes a sweet and harmonious family relationship. The green papaya carries the auspicious meaning of youthfulness, the radish for progression at a quick pace, the leeks for cleverness, and the pomelo and carrots for good luck.  

    Yu sheng is a uniquely Lunar New Year tradition that’s popular in Chinese communities in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Singapore where heritage Chinese restaurants introduced it in the 1960s.

    2. Crystal Dragons Deep fried Nian Gao with cheese

    Other culinary delights offered in  an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner this  season augur harmony and good fortune: Sea Treasures Broth with sea cucumber, crab meat and crispy dried scallop; Slow-braised Pork Knuckle with 10-head abalone, conpoy (dried scallop) and sea cucumber; Steamed Star Grouper with aromatic coriander and yellow chili paste; Slow-poached Yellow Skin Chicken (whole); Wok-fried Prawn in fragrant oat with pomelo fruit salad and roasted sesame dressing; and Wok-fried Fragrant Rice with Chinese liver sausage, lap cheong (Chinese sausage), and mushroom. For luck and togetherness, Crystal Dragon also offers Deep-fried Nian Gao (tikoy or sticky rice cake) with cheese.

    A pineapple pastry caps the meal for guests dining on the eve of the occasion and on the day of Lunar New Year for good fortune.

    Red Ginger

    City of Dreams Manila’s Asian bar and bistro renders a Southeast Asian twist to yu sheng salad with its Prosperity Prawn and Pomelo Salad, featuring sustainable prawns, local pomelo, hydroponic-grown lettuce and Vietnamese Nước chấm dressing. As it is customary to eat fish for its symbolism of abundance during this occasion, the restaurant also offers Deep-fried Whole Tilapia with calamansi, ginger and steamed bok choy. Crispy Orange Chicken with toasted sesame seeds, and Red Ginger’s rendition of the ubiquitous Nian Gao consisting of custard-filled glutinous rice cake and fish-shaped tikoy are also highlighted. 

    3 Red Gingers Orange Chicken

    Red Ginger’s menu for the Lunar New Year is available from February 8 to 18 for lunch and dinner.

    Other festivities

    Activities that bring good fortune and delight are lined up during the festive season, headlined by an eye-dotting ceremony, and a lion and dragon dance on February 10, 5 pm, at the main casino entrance. Following Chinese mythology, the god of fortune is set to make appearances around the property to wish guests abundance and good luck.

    From February 8 to 11 from 1 pm to 10 pm at The Shops at the Boulevard, a pop-up bazaar of jewelry and charms from Alfredulla and Charming Lady adds to the festivities, while tarot and palm readers hold court to help guests chart their destiny and find out what is in store for 2024.

    For inquiries and reservations, call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, 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.

  • City of Dreams Manila Heralds the New Year with a Countdown Party, and Dining and Staycation Treats

    End 2023 on a high note at City of Dreams Manila, where a countdown event and indulgent year-end menus beckon at CenterPlay and signature restaurants Crystal Dragon, Nobu Manila, and Haliya. Complementing these festive menus are signature drinks that evoke the season’s flavors at Cafe Society, Hidemasa, Rossi Pizza, Haliya, and Wave poolside restaurant and bar.

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    At DreamPlay, DreamWorks movie characters from Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Puss in Boots, Madagascar, and Trolls are bringing the holiday cheer with an all-star parade at 5:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday of December, including New Year’s Day at The Shops at the Boulevard. In the spirit of holiday gift-giving, guests checking in between December 20 and January 1 at Nüwa Manila, Nobu Hotel and Hyatt Regency Manila will receive a welcome amenity.

    CenterPlay

    City of Dreams Manila revs up its entertainment scene as it throws a year-end countdown party with head-bopping live music performances from 6 p.m. leading up to 2 a.m. from local artists Eye Candies, DJ Lena, and Part 3 band. Revelers can reserve a seat or a table starting at P2, 500, which is inclusive of a glass of prosecco and plated holiday comestibles and P1,500 worth of F&B from the regular menu. Prices vary depending on seat location, the number of persons and F&B consumables.

    Crystal Dragon

    1 Crystal Dragons Flaming Wagyu Beef Sichuan Style

    The premium restaurant specializing in Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties continues to offer its holiday menu. Available from lunch onwards until January 1, the a la carte menu includes Braised Sea Treasure Broth with Alaskan king crab, fish maw and Chinese ham; Oven-baked Chicken filled with black truffle paste and foie gras; Wok-fried Prawns in homemade cheese sauce and crispy enoki mushrooms; Flaming Wagyu Beef – Sichuan Style with king oyster mushrooms; and Chilled Sweetened Honeydew with soymilk jelly, homemade vanilla ice cream and pearl sago.

    Nobu Manila

    2. Nobu Manilas King Prawn with shitake butter and seasonal vegetables

    Nobu Manila is ringing in the new year with a special seven-course dinner tasting menu exclusively offered on December 31 and January 1. Available for P5, 600++ per person, it starts with an amuse-bouche compliments of the chef, followed by Scallops with anchovy salsa and grilled vegetables, and Assorted Sushi and Inaniwa Noodle Soup with rolled beef and asparagus. Salmon Apple with ponzu, extra virgin olive oil, wasabi salsa, chives, and garlic chips; Ika (squid) Salad with spicy lemon dressing, kelp salad roll, vegetable salsa, asparagus and yamagobo (pickled burdock root); King Prawn with shitake butter and seasonal vegetables; and Wagyu Short Ribs Nabeyaki with sake, soy, and mirin reduction, udon noodles, bok choy, and tofu come after. A lip-smacking dessert of Passion Fruit Mousse with flourless peanut caramel and crunchy peanuts concludes the meal.

    Diners looking for an indulgent brunch can opt for unlimited helpings of Nobu-style dishes at the restaurant’s New Year Sunday brunch on December 31. A hybrid of a la carte and buffet, it highlights whole tuna, and chilled seafood such as oysters, blue crab, and slipper lobsters. Whole Rib Roast and Wagyu Brisket served with mushroom wasabi pepper sauce and creamy wasabi; and Wagyu Striploin with au jus are the brunch’s pièce de resistance along with Nobu signature sashimi including the Tuna Matsuhisa, Yellowtail Jalapeño, Salmon Karashi Su Miso and maki rolls. Special ala carte choices, a ramen bar, a kushiyaki station, salads, and a wide array of desserts complete the new year’s brunch spread, for 4, 388 net per person.

    Haliya

    3. Haliyas Pastillas De Taro Parfait

    City of Dreams Manila’s modern Filipino restaurant welcomes the year with heartwarming flavors with its Bagong Taon a la carte menu available on December 31 from lunch onwards and for dinner on January 1. Haliya elevates Filipino holiday staples and invites guests to try its Bringhe de Bola with prawns, capsicum, tomato chutney and cheese sauce; Chicken and Tomato Consommé with 62-degree egg, charred onion oil, cherry tomato, bread and bone marrow butter, red chili finger, and micro greens; and Beef Callos with chorizo, beef tripe adobo, Brussels sprouts, green olives, chickpeas, shallot confit, green peas, and potato truffle. For dessert, the restaurant offers its innovative take on Filipino desserts with its version of Pastillas de Taro Parfait which consists of taro pastillas, ube and kesong puti pinwheel, cathedral window balls, crispy champorado and muscovado crumble.

    Nüwa Manila, Nobu Hotel and Hyatt Regency Manila

    Guests who check in on any night from December 20 to January 1 at any of the three Forbes Travel Guide-rated hotels Nüwa Manila, Nobu Hotel and Hyatt Regency Manila will be gifted with a bottle of wine. The holiday welcome amenity is available for bookings made via direct channels and on applicable Best Available rates, or Rack rates. Terms and conditions apply.

    For inquiries and reservations, call (63 02) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, 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.

  • City of Dreams Manila Brings the Holiday Cheer with Festive Menu Offerings

    City of Dreams Manila unwraps yuletide and seasonal offerings at its premium restaurants Crystal Dragon, Nobu Manila, Haliya and Season 88. At Café Society, whimsical holiday-themed confections conjure awe and wonder.

    To heighten the holiday dining, the season’s festive drinks are also available across the property from Cafe Society, Hidemasa, Rossi Pizza, Haliya to Wave poolside restaurant and bar.

    Adding fun and excitement for families, DreamPlay holds an all-star holiday parade of well-loved characters from DreamWorks Animations at 5:30 PM, every Saturday and Sunday of December, including Christmas Day and New Year’s Day at The Shops at the Boulevard.  Characters from the films Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Puss in Boots, Madagascar, and Trolls will be on parade to delight the kids and kids at heart.

    Setting the mood for joyful gatherings, a garden-themed Christmas tree display at the resort’s main casino entrance welcomes guests. Adorned with lush, colorful floral accents and glistening lights, the sprawling display is the resort’s centerpiece this holiday season. Christmas trees are also on display at the lobbies of Nuwa Manila, Nobu Hotel and Hyatt Regency Manila. A Christmas bazaar at The Shops at the Boulevard comprised of well-curated kiosks offering luxe jewelry, home, fashion and other trendy selections adds to the holiday shopping until December 24.

    Crystal Dragon’s Festive Season Menu

    2. Crystal Dragons Wok fried Prawns in homemade cheese sauce with crispy enoki mushrooms

    The integrated resort’s acclaimed restaurant known for its Cantonese and regional Chinese specialties highlights premium ala carte choices from December 18 to January 1, 2024, from lunch onwards: Braised Sea Treasure Broth with Alaskan king crab, fish maw and Chinese ham; Oven-baked Chicken filled with black truffle paste and foie gras; Wok-fried Prawns in homemade cheese sauce and crispy enoki mushrooms; Flaming Wagyu Beef – Sichuan Style with king oyster mushrooms; and Chilled Sweetened Honeydew with soymilk jelly, homemade vanilla ice cream and pearl sago.

    Nobu Manila’s Christmas Sunday Brunch and Omakase

    3 Nobu Manilas Strawberry Vanilla Bavarois with meringue and sponge cake

    Nobu Manila fȇtes guests with a “Nobu Experience” at its Holiday Sunday Brunch on December 24 for P4,388 net per person. Unlimited helpings of popular Nobu-style dishes laid out on the buffet and a la carte service include the Nobu Signature Sashimi Trio of Tuna Matsuhisa, Yellowtail Jalapeño and Salmon Karashi su Miso; Black Cod Butter Lettuce; Nobu Pork Sisig; and an array of maki rolls unique to Nobu, to name a few. The featured Carving of the Day – the Whole Rib Roast and Wagyu Chuck Roll served with a choice of mushroom wasabi pepper sauce or creamy wasabi — complemented by Salmon Wellington with Nobu-style tartar sauce, different choices of kushiyaki prepared ala minute, a ramen bar and seafood bar take diners to a one-of-a-kind celebratory dining experience.

    An elaborate Christmas dinner also beckons at the restaurant, where a seven-course omakase tasting menu reflecting Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s new-style Japanese cuisine will be offered for dinner on December 24 and 25. At P5,600++ per person, the menu consists of a complimentary chef’s choice of appetizer; Crispy Whitefish with kumomo puree, jalapeño dressing, crispy quinoa, caviar; Assorted Sushi; Inaniwa Noodles with shrimp in tomato clear soup; Tuna Pastrami Salad with amazu, grapeseed oil, vegetable salad roll and crispy onions; and Chilean Seabass Inasal with sweet potato korokke and yuzu atchara caviar. The menu’s piece de resistance is the Nobu-style Wagyu Beef Wellington with roasted tomato jus, braised roots and crispy nasu, preceding a dessert of Strawberry Vanilla Bavarois with meringue and sponge cake.

    Haliya’s Christmas Menu

    1 Haliyas Chicken Pastel

    For a Filipino noche buena that evokes the flavors of the season, Haliya has customized a modern Filipino Christmas menu with ala carte choices. Available on December 24 from lunch onwards and for dinner on December 25, the special dishes are comprised of: Duck Jamonado Ensalada, a medley of mesclun greens, marble potato, baby beans, cherry tomato, green olives, pearl onion, baby beetroot, soft-boiled egg in cranberry vinegar dressing; Molo Krema, a comforting concoction of crispy molo noodles with water chestnut, celery, carrot, spring onion, corn and leek oil; Chicken Pastel with mushroom, queso de bola sarsa, asparagus, water chestnut, potato, herb jus, and black salt; and Persimmon Panna Cotta with butter cream, calamansi honey sauce, candied pinipig, chestnut crumble and a trio of macaron.

    A Celebration of Asian Flavors at Season 88

    A selection of Chinese and Korean specialties from December 15 to January 14 makes up an Asian feast shared among family and friends at Season 88. Situated at the vibrant main gaming floor, the 24-hour chic dining room and lounge offers special Chinese dishes: Hakka Braised Pork Belly with rice vinegar and peanuts and Wok-fried Butter Prawn with oats; and Korean favorites: Honghap Tang (Korean mussel soup with red and green chili, leeks and savory soy sauce) and Bossam (Korean pork belly wrap with radish kimchi). Diverse international cuisines complemented by a wide array of premium beverages and spirits are also on the menu.

    Café Society’s Yuletide Confections

    4 Gingerbread Train House at Cafe Society

    Christmas wafts in the air at Café Society, with various holiday-themed confections transforming the cafe into a yuletide wonderland. Playful chocolate sculptures, gingerbread houses alongside a spread of confections and pastries are offered until the end of December.

    Christmas Chocolate Houses (P2,000 net each), Santa Bear in milk and white chocolate in varying sizes (starts at P400 net), and other Christmas staples like Panettone (Italian Christmas bread); Stollen (cake-like bread with its origin in Germany), fruit mince pies, and yule log cakes complete Café Society’s fancy holiday spread.

    For inquiries and reservations, call 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, 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. 

  • Red Ginger at City of Dreams Manila Unveils the Art of ‘Wok Hei’ Cuisine

    Red Ginger, City of Dreams Manila’s Southeast Asian bar and bistro puts into spotlight the distinct flavors of “wok hei” with the “Breath of the Wok” promotion available until end of August.

    2 Red Ginger Hak Jiu Seafood wok fried prawns and squid with black pepper sauce
    Served piping hot, Red Ginger’s Hak Jiu Seafood captures the essence of “wok hei”.

    The promotion highlights five piping hot stir-fried dishes that reflect chef de cuisine Sam Kin Hue’s mastery of the fire and wok. Wok hei, which translates to “breath of the wok,” is a cooking method, considered an art and a measure of a chef’s skill that’s perfected through the years. It is characterized by the dishes’ unique smoky and charred flavor that is achieved by cooking fresh ingredients in a wok over searing heat, causing the flavor to develop while simultaneously retaining texture and crunch. Repeatedly stir-frying in small amounts while maintaining the right balance of oil to mix with the water droplets from the vegetables and momentarily tossing the flame in the wok, is the key to a perfect wok hei.

    3 Red Ginger Siu Yuk Noodles wok fried egg noodles with crispy pork belly and fish cake
    Complex in flavor and aroma, the Siu Yuk Noodles is a must-try item.

    The flavors of wok  hei come alive in the Pad Thai Beef (stir-fried rice noodles with beef, tofu, tamarind sauce and peanuts), Mak Pin Chicken (wok-tossed chicken thigh with crispy cereals and curry leaves),Gam Jun Tofu (fried tofu with minced pork), Hak Jiu Seafood (wok-fried prawns and squid with black pepper sauce); and Siu Yuk Noodles (wok-fried egg noodles with crispy pork belly and fish cake).

    1 Red Ginger Chef de Cuisine Sam Kin Hue
    Red Ginger chef de cuisine Sam Kin Hue demonstrates his artistry and prowess of “wok hei” (breathe of the wok) in five stir-fried dishes with distinctive smoky flavors available until end of August.

    Red Ginger is located at the upper ground floor and is open from 11 am to 1 am.

    For inquiries and reservations call 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com. For more information, 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.