Shopaholics' ultimate dream come true

Bringing yet another unique bazaar experience in the South, The Bellevue Hotel in partnership with Four Seasons Creative Ventures recently treated shoppers to a fabulous two-day bazaar event held inside the hotel’s luxurious Laguna and Alabang Ballrooms. Dapper Bellevue brothers general manager Patrick Chan and marketing and communications director Ryan Chan welcomed their mom, Debbie Chan, and her partners Girlie Zulaybar and Ime San Juan as the bazaar gathered today’s promising entrepreneurs who showcased their many unique items. Shoppers had a blast as they hunted for great finds while engaging in fun conversation with friends and family. Overnight stays at The Bellevue with buffet breakfast for two at Café d’Asie were given as grand raffle prizes to lucky shoppers. Major sponsors include Jaguar, The Beacon and Aesthetic Science. Congratulations!

A winey evening

The Mandarin Oriental, Manila and International Wine and Spirits Association recently held a one-night wine event dubbed Wine and Spirits 2009 at the hotel’s magnificent grand ballroom. Visitors were warmly welcomed by the key personnel of the Mandarin Oriental, Manila and the International Wine and Spirits Association president Ralph Joseph. The evening presented guests with the best beverages from the country’s top wine dealers complemented by an international cocktail buffet specially prepared by the Mandarin Oriental executive chef Rene Ottlik and his team. It was a truly successful event as only the best can be expected from the Mandarin Oriental, Manila Hotel’s excellent service and spectacular facilities. Cheers!