Simply Italian chic

Experience the relaxing convenience and sophis-tication of enter-taining guests or watching your favorite movie with the family while snugly seated in any one of your preferred sofas and armchairs by Italsofa — another close-to-perfection Italian creation brought to you by the dashing and reluctantly gifted tenor and Muebles Italiano president Noel Gonzales.  Designed and manufactured by the Natuzzi Group, Italsofa presents its new collection. Italsofa’s newest models, coverings, and functions are crafted to meet the needs of an increasingly dynamic and demanding market. Customers can choose from modern models with simple lines and clean forms to more contemporary styles: soft, informal, enveloping sofas that are large and sensual.  Italsofa has designer recliners that offer maximum comfort. Italsofa offers a new way to reinvent space according to individual personality, style, and taste. Whether consumers are looking for the plush texture of microfiber or the elegance of leather, the ever-growing Italsofa clientele can expect the excellence of the Italian touch within the boundaries of their resources. Italsofa is exclusively distributed by Muebles Italiano.

Nature’s endearing enclave

Only a couple of hours away from Manila, a perfect relaxation haven awaits urban-dwellers amid scenic Tagaytay — the 40-hectare Tagaytay Tropical Greens. This quiet retreat was developed by the IPM Group of Companies, headed by president Isabelita Paredes Mercado and IPM assistant to the president Jan Vincent Mercado.  Within the cluster of lush landscaped greens and cool fresh air lies the splendid Woodhills Residences — a most charming respite in fine condominium living.  For property previews, call 638-1354 or log on to www.ipmrealty.com.ph.

Philippine Embassy charity bazaar in Japan

The Philippine Ambassador to Japan, H.E. Ambassador Domingo Siazon, hosted a charity bazaar at the Philippine Embassy in Tokyo for the benefit of Filipinos working in Japan.  Mme. Kay Siazon, the ambassador’s wife, was the moving spirit behind the successful event.  Congratulations to Ambassador Domingo Siazon and his hardworking wife, Mme. Kaye!

Fe Dixon’s birthday

Frequent flyer Fe Dixon recently hosted an intimate birthday dinner at good friend Arch. Gerry Contreras’ lavish Gercon Plaza penthouse.  Guests closest to the celebrant’s heart enjoyed a sumptuous buffet catered by Edwin Tan and an impromptu musical jam by some of Fe’s dear friends.  It was a truly spectacular evening.  Happy birthday, Fe!