Prost to Filipino-German Friendship at Solaire Resort Entertainment City’s Oktoberfest Poolside Preview

Photo shows: Solaire Resort’s Vice President of Food & Beverage and Culinary, Sebastian Kellerhoff, and Senior Vice President of Hotel Resort Operations, David Batchelor; His Excellency Dr. Andreas Pfaffernoschke, German Ambassador to the Philippines; Eric M. Gottschalk, President of the German Club Philippines at the Oktoberfest 2026 Presscon

Solaire Resort Entertainment City, in partnership with the German Club Manila, brings together esteemed German dignitaries and distinguished media guests for an exclusive press conference and first-look of Solaire Resort’s most anticipated, annual Oktoberfest. Recognized as Manila’s only authentic Oktoberfest and one of the most celebrated Bavarian festivals outside Germany, the event underscores prospering Filipino-German relations through cultural exchange and shared celebration.

Set against the golden hour glow of Manila Bay, the Pool Bar and Grill transforms into a convivial slice of Munich. This intimate afternoon media preview offers an atmospheric unveiling of Oktoberfest 2026, where Bavarian tradition is elegantly reimagined through Solaire Resort’s signature Filipino warmth, world-class hospitality, and refined culinary excellence.

TORIKIZOKU, Japan's #1 Yakitori chain, is coming to the Philippines

Sighted Around BGC: Who Is Torikki and Why Is Everyone Scanning This QR Code?

A playful yellow character has started appearing around Serendra, BGC,

pointing pedestrians toward a new Japanese dining destination coming soon. His name is Torikki, the official mascot of TORIKIZOKU, Japan’s #1 Yakitori chain and a Yakitori-ya specializing in freshly grilled chicken skewers.

Designed to be visible during the day and illuminated at night, the Torikki installations feature different poses inspired by the Philippines and Japan. Each carries an invitation to gather:

Oktoberfest returns to Newport World Resorts for four festive nights

The first Prost to Oktoberfest 2026 at the media launch was led by Newport World Resorts Chief Hospitality Officer John Lucas (center right), Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts General Manager Gagan Talwar (center left), and (2nd from right) Newport World Resorts Senior Vice President for Commercial Sales and Partnership Kathy Mercado, together with Newport World Resorts Vice President of Food & Beverage Operations Knut Becker, Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts Director of Operations Iulai Sau, and host Eric Bituin, ahead of the four-night celebration from October 28 to 31 at The Ballroom, Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts.

The Philippines’ premier leisure and entertainment destination brings back Oktoberfest for its fourth year from October 28 to 31 at The Ballroom of Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts. For four nights, the ballroom takes on the convivial spirit of a Bavarian beer hall, where long tables fill with guests, steins make their way around the room, and the celebration grows as the evening unfolds.

A proper Oktoberfest begins with beer in hand. Weihenstephaner flows throughout the evening, with Weiss, Wheat, and Dunkel served on tap, bringing to the table nearly a thousand years of brewing heritage. All the way from the Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan in Freising, Germany, it is recognized as the world’s oldest brewery. It is a fitting meeting of two enduring Bavarian traditions, with a beer steeped in history poured for a festival celebrated for more than two centuries.

The first pour makes way for a full Bavarian feast prepared by the award-winning culinary team of Newport World Resorts. Warm laugen pretzels and German breads are passed around the table before plates make room for sausages, crispy pork knuckle, schnitzel, and other hearty favorites, with traditional sweets waiting at the end of the meal.

A Gift of Abundance from Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts

Where the World Gathers for the Mid-Autumn Festival

 

As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts invites families, friends, and business partners to celebrate one of Asia's most cherished traditions with a luxurious collection of handcrafted mooncakes that honor the spirit of reunion, gratitude, and prosperity.

This season's exclusive mooncake collection features three classic and well-loved flavors, meticulously handcrafted to delight every palate:

Lung Hin Welcomes the Mid-Autumn Festival with Signature Mooncake Collection

As families gather beneath the luminous autumn moon to celebrate one of the most cherished traditions in Chinese culture, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila invites guests to mark the occasion with the timeless gift of signature mooncakes from its award-winning Cantonese restaurant, Lung Hin.

Known as Zhongqiu Jie (中秋節) or the Mid-Autumn Festival, the celebration symbolizes reunion, gratitude, and prosperity. Observed through moon gazing, lantern displays, and the sharing of mooncakes, it remains one of the most significant festivals across Chinese communities worldwide, continuing a tradition that brings generations together.

A season to gather for Mid-Autumn indulgences at City of Dreams Manila

Crystal Dragon’s festive menu and Café Society’s mooncakes bring the joy of reunion to the table

 

Shared feasts and thoughtful gifts take center stage as City of Dreams Manila marks the Mid-Autumn Festival with Crystal Dragon’s special à la carte menu and Café Society’s elegantly boxed mooncakes.

Jollibee Welcomes UK Trade Minister Anas Sarwar in First Ministerial Visit in Nine Years

 

Main Photo Caption: UK Minister for Trade Anas Sarwar (left) and UK Ambassador to the Philippines Sarah Hulton, OBE (second from right) were warmly welcomed by Jollibee Group Chairman and Founder, Dr. Tony Tan Caktiong (second from left), and Global Chief Business Support Officer, William Tan Untiong (right), at Jollibee's BGC Triangle Drive store in Bonifacio Global City on September 23.

Jollibee Group Chairman and Founder, Dr. Tony Tan Caktiong, and Jollibee Group Global Chief Business Support Officer, William Tan Untiong, warmly welcomed Minister Sarwar and British Ambassador to the Philippines Sarah Hulton, OBE.

Marking the occasion, Minister Sarwar and Ambassador Hulton were given a tour of the store, where they met some of the crew and explored the menu, which included Jollibee's signature offerings — including Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, Champ Burger, Chicken Nuggets, and Peach Mango Pie — giving the British dignitaries a peek at the homegrown brand's most beloved favorites.

Minister Sarwar also spent time with the Jollibee team during his visit to the BGC Triangle Drive store, taking selfies, chatting with customers and crew, and even receiving his own Jollibee Funko Pop figure in a Barong Tagalog.