A new oasis for Makati yuppies

As they say, the best way to avoid traffic in the city is to live and work in the same city. That is exactly what Vista Residences had in mind when it embarked on Salcedo Square — a P1.5-billion residential development project right at the heart of the premier financial district of Makati. The 30-story high condominium is cut into studio and one-bedroom units — just the right amount of space for Makati’s denizens. VIP guests — including Sen. Manny Villar and his wife former Rep. Cynthia Villar as well as Vista Residences COO for the vertical team Maribeth Tolentino — saw a first glimpse of the scale model at its grand launch party at the RCBC Tower.

With a swimming pool, WiFi lounge, social hall, game room, fitness gym and a sunken deck for dining al fresco — the property is truly a piece of paradise to go home to. 

 (For more information on Salcedo Square and other Vista Residences developments, call 584-1182 or 0917-8576494 or visit www.vistaresidences.com.ph)

A toast to infinity

Infinite privileges are in our hands as the premium postpaid mobile phone service provider Smart Infinity recently launched the enhanced Infinity Privilege Card. Smart Infinity, under the direction of Infinity Business Group (IBG) head Julie Carceller, raises the bar in providing innovative customer service and loyalty program initiatives as the new card offers more perks and rewards with every transaction. It was launched via a lavish cocktail party in Greenbelt 5, Makati with the presence of friends from the media and some of the country’s finest personalities and Infinity subscribers including Marco Polo Plaza Cebu GM Hans Hauri. The new card serves as a key to a life of endless luxury and a testament to Smart Infinity’s unending commitment in providing excellent service to its subscribers.

Congratulations to Julie and her brilliant team for another magnificent endeavor!

Big moments at The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber

Wonderful news to all of us who love great musicals! The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, an international concert spectacular featuring hits from 14 of the world’s best-loved musicals, will soon hit Manila. To be held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, the concert will feature 13 performances beginning June 24. All the “big moments” from Cats, Evita, The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar — just to name a few — will be performed by a powerhouse cast of international theater talents with Australian musical geniuses conductor Guy Noble and director Stuart Maunder. Expect nothing less than a state-of-the-art stage production! See you there!

An Italian night for a sporty bunch

To foster good camaraderie among its members, the tennis group of the Nomads Sports Club led by the gracious Kishore and Lorie Hemlani recently had a get-together at Caruso, the authentic Italian restaurant in Makati. Genial Caruso co-owner Dario Gardini warmly welcomed the members of the sports-loving group and treated them to a delightful evening of authentic Italian cuisine, exquisite ambiance and superb Italian opera music. Cheers to Caruso for another exceptional dinner!

(Caruso is located at LRI Building, Bel Air, Makati. For inquiries, call 895-2451.)