The
Peninsula Manila creates an immersive tea experience with a BenCab
“Art” Afternoon Tea inspired by National Artist for the Visual Arts
Benedicto BenCab Cabrera’s iconic “Sabel and “Larawan” tapestry art
lining the hotel’s iconic lobby
The Peninsula Manila has been a longtime supporter of the arts. Over the last 43 years, it has assembled a sizable collection by some of the most notable names in Philippine art, the likes of Ang Kiukok, Malang, Romulo Olazo, Cesar Legaspi, Sanso, and BenCab among others. But the jewel in its collection is probably National Artist Napoleon “Billy” Abueva’s monumental “Sunburst” sculpture that crowns its soaring lobby under which guests gather every afternoon to enjoy the classic Peninsula Afternoon Tea.
The Peninsula Manila has been a longtime supporter of the arts. Over the last 43 years, it has assembled a sizable collection by some of the most notable names in Philippine art, the likes of Ang Kiukok, Malang, Romulo Olazo, Cesar Legaspi, Sanso, and BenCab among others. But the jewel in its collection is probably National Artist Napoleon “Billy” Abueva’s monumental “Sunburst” sculpture that crowns its soaring lobby under which guests gather every afternoon to enjoy the classic Peninsula Afternoon Tea.
Dance in Five Movements
For 21 days, starting September 25 until October 15, there’s a new reason to enjoy Afternoon Tea at The Lobby, especially if one has an eye for art and objects of beauty. The Peninsula Manila has just launched a BenCab “Art” Afternoon Tea created by Executive Pastry Chef Xavier Castello that is inspired by another National Artist for the Visual Arts, Benedicto “BenCab” Cabrera, whose iconic “Sabel and “Larawan” images have been printed into tapestries that are currently lining the hotel’s iconic lobby.
For 21 days, starting September 25 until October 15, there’s a new reason to enjoy Afternoon Tea at The Lobby, especially if one has an eye for art and objects of beauty. The Peninsula Manila has just launched a BenCab “Art” Afternoon Tea created by Executive Pastry Chef Xavier Castello that is inspired by another National Artist for the Visual Arts, Benedicto “BenCab” Cabrera, whose iconic “Sabel and “Larawan” images have been printed into tapestries that are currently lining the hotel’s iconic lobby.
Sabel
Eight
works on display – Images of the Past, Milk Carrier, Shoe Vendor, I No
Longer Worry, Variation of Sabel III, Sabel, Mother & Child, and
Dance in Five Movements – form one of the largest group of tapestries
the artist has ever exhibited. Presented by Abitare Internazionale,
Philippine purveyor of contemporary design, eight paintings by BenCab
have been transformed into “tapestry art” by Dutch design trailblazers
MOOOI Carpets using cutting-edge digital carpet printing technology that
allows the printing of designs on tapestries that are the sum total of
artistry, craftsmanship, and technology woven together into a harmonious
masterpiece.
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Mother and Child
“Art links people,” says The Peninsula General Manager Mark J. Choon. “Our intention when we were approached to partner with Abitare Internazionale, MOOOI Carpets, and BenCab was to enrich the cultural experience of The Lobby. We’ve always prided ourselves in providing a sense of ‘destination’ when staying at a Peninsula hotel, and this partnership provided us with the perfect opportunity to do just that. Relying on the wealth of references that BenCab draws for his art, we hope that these ‘tapestry paintings’ will elevate the aesthetic spirit of our lobby and that of our guests.”
Variation on Sabel III
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The lovely BenCab “Art” Afternoon Tea is a culinary creation like no other. Accompanied by a guidebook that guests can use when exploring the tapestries on display at The Lobby, they can then take some time afterwards to discuss their favorites over Curried prawn and apple salad with citrus aioli on shortbread; Smoked turkey ham, mature Cheddar, and tomato on wheat bread; Cured salmon, dill cream cheese, and golden trout roe on spinach bread; Grilled herbed squash and caramelized onions on a brioche roll; Mushroom quiche; Davao chocolate truffle cake; Mango panna cotta; Coconut pandan éclair; Calamansi meringue tartlet; Sans Rival macaron; and Peninsula raisin scones served with lemon curd, Baguio strawberry jam, and clotted cream.
The BenCab “Art” Afternoon Tea is available at P1,590 per guest or P2,190 with a flute of Champagne.
The BenCab “Art” Afternoon Tea will be served daily until October 15, from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula Paris, The Peninsula Bangkok, and The Peninsula Manila. Projects under development include The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Istanbul and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.
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