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All the stars align at Nustar

by Lai Reyes - October 31, 2024 - 12:00am

Christmas is the time of year where things go into overdrive. For some hotels, it’s the time to spend money — on trees and decorations — and yes, to make money. Holidaymakers are enticed into booking...

Experience Japanese living one delicious bite at a time

by Lai Reyes - October 17, 2024 - 12:00am

It’s not fat, it’s all protein,” restaurateur Alyanna Uy assures a group of harapeko (hungry) and curious writers.

A whole new world for Disney fans

by Lai Reyes - September 29, 2024 - 12:00am

‘When you step in the Disney Store, you walk through our storylines which will take you to a world of magic, fantasy and imagination,’ says Disney Consumer Products Asia-Pacific retail VP Sara Grewa...

Love on a plate

by Lai Reyes - February 8, 2024 - 12:00am

For Filipinos, there is arguably one common love language: food. And Casa Buenas, the Filipino-Spanish fine dining restaurant at Newport World Resorts, knows this all too well.

Indulgence beyond wings

by Lai Reyes - February 1, 2024 - 12:00am

The Bistro Group is going “wild” with excitement as it recently reopened Buffalo Wild Wings (BWW) at Estancia Mall, Capital Commons in Pasig City. It’s the same spot where the fastest-growing restaurant...

This holiday lakeside water show draws in the crowd at Nuvali

by Lai Reyes - December 10, 2023 - 12:00am

After sunset, the Nuvali Lake comes alive with the ‘Seaside Serenade: Muses and Creatures’ fountain of lights show, ongoing until Jan. 14, 6 to 9 p.m. every Friday to Sunday.

Inasal pate, batchoy kits, aratilis chips and other cool finds at the 37th Negros Trade Fair

by Lai Reyes - September 28, 2023 - 12:00am

Artisan chorizo piaya, marang jam, frozen batchoy kits, chicken inasal pate, and a lot of interesting food and non-food items await shoppers at the 37th Negros Trade Fair, which...

Why dessert should come first when (buffet) dining at The Cafe

by Lai Reyes - September 21, 2023 - 12:00am

It’s not part of the daily menu, but if you’re planning to go buffet dining at the newly reopened The Cafe at Hyatt Regency Manila, call in ahead to know if the Croffle is the dessert of the day.

At 77, MVP has not stopped dreaming of a better future for all

by Lai Reyes - July 14, 2023 - 12:00am

Manny V. Pangilinan, popularly known as “MVP,” has always been a dreamer and, yes, a man with a mission – that is to uplift Filipinos’ lives.

Keep calm and curry on at Muji Coffee

by Lai Reyes - June 22, 2023 - 12:00am

Fresh from the success of its Central Square branch, Muji Coffee has opened its second “counter” at the biggest Muji store in the country to date: SM North Edsa.

Food for dads

by Lai Reyes - June 15, 2023 - 12:00am

It isn’t easy to pick the perfect gift for the Dad, but if he enjoys food, you’re already halfway there.

Brunch like a queen at this clubhouse

by Lai Reyes - May 12, 2023 - 12:00am

Looking for that perfect getaway this Mother’s Day weekend without leaving the city?

Haraya Residences imagines the living style of the future

by Lai Reyes - February 18, 2023 - 12:00am

The idea of traditional living is gone,” says Francesca Muzio, founder and CEO of Italy-based FM Architettura. “The way we use the spaces in our homes nowadays is very different. And we try to envision...

Olive Garden's Italian-style generosity

by Lai Reyes - February 2, 2023 - 12:00am

Fresh from the success of its Mall of Asia branch, Olive Garden has opened its second branch on the third level of Glorietta 3.

Weaving heritage and elegance

by Lai Reyes - October 15, 2022 - 12:00am

A mom’s personal search for a quality baby carrier led her to discover and fall in love with the centuries-old art of weaving.

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts: 100% homegrown hotel brands, 100% Filipino hospitality

by Lai Reyes - May 11, 2022 - 6:00am

Behind every successful hotel or resort here and abroad is an inspiring tale of how the world has come to love the Filipino brand of service and hospitality.

Marga Nograles wants us to wear Filipino - even on the beach

by Lai Reyes - March 23, 2022 - 12:00am

Have you ever seen a swimwear line hand-beaded by our indigenous tribes?

They've got your back (pain)!

by Lai Reyes - December 14, 2021 - 12:00am

What he thought was simple lower back pain has impacted his quality of life and his relationships with his family, friends and peers.

Unlocking the key (elements) to Japanese architecture

by Lai Reyes - September 29, 2021 - 8:00am

But what is it that makes Japanese architecture—and homes in particular—so distinct, interesting and unique?

Step into comfort

by Lai Reyes - July 21, 2021 - 12:00am

Clarks’ collection of casual shoes offers the ultimate comfort for your feet. Although fashion is at the core of what the brand does, there is quite a lot of technology behind each shoe, whether it’s...

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