Category: Lifestyle
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Marco Polo Hotels has appointed international hotelier Brian Connelly as general manager of its deluxe urban resort hotel Marco Polo Plaza Cebu. Connelly served various leadership roles spanning over 38 years with prominent hotels and resorts in Asia Pacific, Middle East and the United States, making him the ideal successor for Cebu’s hospitality landmark perched…
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With Father’s Day just around the corner, you’re probably mentally listing down gifts for the greatest hero of your life. Here are suggestions to express your love and thanks with a gadget gift. Tech-Savvy Daddy: JUMPU Gadgets and Accessories If dad already owns a brand-new smartphone or tablet, he would appreciate having multiple mobile accessories…
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The bagnet of Ilocos, sisig of Pampanga, bulalo of Batangas, and many more Luzon dishes will serve as the highlight of the Marco Polo Plaza Cebu culinary festival Independencia from June 8-15 at Cafe Marco. For the whole duration of Independencia: Flavors of Northern Philippines, diners will get to experience the rich and vibrant cuisine…
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US-based company Organique unveiled Tuesday its triathlon team as part of a marketing effort to spread word on the benefits of its acai berry-based health drink. The company, founded in 2008 by couple Joseph and Catherine Salimbangon, bottles and distributes a health drink based on the acai berry. “Aca berries are considered superfood, a term…
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Traditional Philippine dances like the tinikling, pandanggo sa ilaw, palayok, Polynesian-inspired performances, and an impressive fire show marked the debut of the Pasundayag cultural night at Skywaterpark Cebu on June 2, 2017. Simon Yang, Skywaterpark vice president, said the cultural show will now be a weekly event, held every Friday night, and include a scrumptious…
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Beautiful portraits, said fashion and beauty photographer Sara Black, “reveal untold stories.” To improve your portraits, Black offers these tips: use lighting and consider the quality, direction, and color of the light; look for a good facial angle and ask the subject which she or he considers the best; take into account body dynamic, follow…
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Every year, Make Your Own Havaianas (MYOH) lets fans step into a different place with the fun themes that inspire the flip-flop customization experience. It has taken everyone to colorful Brazil, sunny Hawaii, and kawaii Japan. This year, Havaianas sets foot into a different time and, hands down, one of the best decades ever –…
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Nissan Philippines opened its latest dealership Nissan Cebu South and patterns it after a global design standard to enhance the experience of Cebuano customers. The Nissan Cebu South on Highway Linao,Talisay City is the 4th showroom in the Philippines that’s compliant with the Nissan Retail Environment Design Initiative (NREDI) 2.1. developed by Nissan Motor Co.…
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Firmly woven into the fabric of fashion, denim — more specifically jeans — has become an essential part of our wardrobe. Widely embraced and worn for their durability and ease, jeans have been adopted by all. From casual wear staple to catwalk favorite, jeans are synonymous with style and versatility. Continuing to establish its position…
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Summer is about to end, it’s time to pack your bags and say goodbye to summer. Whether you are a Herschel person or a Jansport guy or even a The North Face type, your choice of bags speaks to your needs and style. If you haven’t found the best bag for this school year, we’ve…
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Cafe Marco combines an exciting feast of delectable buffet favorites with fun activities to bring you the Sunday Brunch+ that’s more than the usual dining experience. Sample the roast beef at the carving station, smoked meats like the barbecued brisket or pulled pork, and wood fire oven roasted chicken. Add color to your plate with…
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In celebration of this year’s Mother’s Day, Oakridge Business Park held a SUPER MOMMIES Movie Day Out last May 14, at the Oakridge Pavilion, an event that gave mothers and kids and opportunity to bond over movie. The afternoon activity, which gathered close to 90 moms and their kids, was a tribute for mothers of…
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Shop and win one of two Suzuki Raider R150 at SM City Consolacion’s 3-Day Sale on May 19, 20 and 21, and enjoy shopping discounts of up to 70% off on great finds. Every P1000 single or accumulated purchase within the promo period from any mall establishments entitles a shopper to 1 raffle coupon. A…
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Cebu’s best pet-friendly mall continues to promote responsible and intelligent pet ownership through its animal-friendly facilities and pet-centered events, the biggest of which is the Pet Festival Philippines. As for pet owners who are looking for ways to safely leave their pets while they’re far away, they can put their trust on apps such as…
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Landers Superstore Cebu, located in 23 Minore Park on Cardinal Rosales Avenue corner Pope John Paul II Avenue, offers a wide selection of goods and exclusive perks for members. The Cebu branch is the first outside Metro Manila. It spans 8,000 square meters of blissful shopping experience, tasting dining choices that include the Doppio cafe,…
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Filipino food favorites crispy pata and kare-kare now come in single-serve rice bowls at Max’s Restaurant and they are hard to resist. The crispy pata rice bowl is a scrumptious combination of rice topped with golden brown slices of fried boneless crispy pata and banana slices. Light brown garlic bits and freshly chopped spring onions…
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Known for its top-class business reputation, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu showed its fun side in a summertime party aptly named Drink, Dance, & Dip at the hotel’s El Viento Restaurant and Pool Bar. Guests were treated to free-flowing summer cocktails, dancing music, and smoky barbecue dishes. The fun event was set up by the side…
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Make summer productive and creative by letting your kid join Rustan’s Supermarket’s paper flower art workshop on May 6 at 2 p.m. in Ayala Center Cebu. The workshop will be conducted by papercraft artist Stephanie Tudtud. To join, present your Fresh Card at the customer service counter and register for P299 for two slots inclusive…
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Be it mother or daughter, wife or lover, entrepreneur or business executive, best friend or mentor, women play multiple roles on a daily basis and Fitflop promises to be there for them every step of the way. Fitflop, which recently celebrated 10 years of providing superwomen with great footwear, aims to give them the energy…
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It’s summer and there’s just no resisting the siren call of sun and surf, so suit up in trendy beach fashion available at GRIND in Ayala Center Cebu. This season of fine white sand and aquamarine sea, be your best Instagrammable self with these chic beachwear from Billabong and Roxy. Turn heads in Roxy’s string,…