NÜWA at City of Dreams Manila Receives 2018 Forbes Five Star Award

NÜWA City of Dreams Manila achieves Five-Star rating in the 2018 Forbes Travel Guide, the only new Five-Star award for hotels in Manila.

Forbes Travel Guide is considered as the annual “Oscars” of the hotel industry and is known for its exacting and stringent standards. The prestigious list of award winners is comprised of the world’s best hotels and resorts.

“It is through the vision and leadership of Melco Resorts & Entertainment Chairman and CEO Lawrence Ho and the hard work and commitment of our management and staff that NÜWA City of Dreams Manila has achieved this recognition. We’re extremely proud of our colleagues for contributing to this high standard of service each and every day and we thank our guests for their trust and confidence,” said Kevin Benning, City of Dreams Manila Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

GET.SET.EAT. with Hotel Jen

One-of-a-kind cocktails and food items Leave Boring Behind

At Hotel Jen, food and drink is more than meets the eye.  Created to reflect the brand’s experience and talent in artfully integrating fun, the group today launched Get.Set.Eat. – its signature food and cocktail programme and one of its brand pillars, across all Hotel Jen properties in Asia Pacific.

At the heart of Hotel Jen’s initiative – created following extensive research with guests and the local hotel teams – is its approach to use home-grown food producers and local flavours to fuel energy, conversation and the exploration of authentic local and regional food and beverage cultures.

“We’re creating signature food and drink items which have big personalities to showcase authenticity and the Jen playful twist,” said Marisa Aranha, vice president of sales and marketing for Hotel Jen.  ““Friends of Jen” expect to enjoy the intriguing and unexpected side of a destination, including creative presentations to ultimately enliven their senses further.”

The Brits are coming: McDonald’s Fish & Fries is finally back!

The Britons never fail to amaze us with their fantastic culture—and this 2018 is no exception. Get ready for a British invasion as we welcome back a well-loved classic: McDonald’s Fish & Fries! Unleash your inner Brit once more with this smashin’ treat. Do we hear you saying ‘blimey?’

McDonald’s Fish & Fries is a scrumptiously tasty dish that will leave you falling in love after the first bite. This meal features a tender fish fillet with golden crunchy coating--paired with everyone’s favourite World Famous Fries that is crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It goes perfectly well with your choice of special dipping sauce: creamy Tartar Sauce, Sweet & Sour, or tangy Thousand Island.

Five Tips for Self-Love with Happy Day Rauch Orange Juice

The love month is not just about romance and relationships, it is also about love for the most important person and that is YOU.  So for the love of yourself, Happy Day Rauch Orange got tips that will refresh your habits and will spark motivation of investing in yourself with food and fitness as the beginning. 

Marco Polo Ortigas Manila Named Five-Star Hotel By Forbes Travel Guide in Its Official 2018 Star Rating Announcement

It's official!!! Marco Polo Ortigas Manila bags the Forbes Travel Guide 5-star award for the 2nd year in a row!

Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its annual Star Rating list, naming Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, for the second time, Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel. Marco Polo Ortigas Manila will be showcased with all of the Star Rating recipients on ForbesTravelGuide.com. 

At Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, embrace Asian warmth with a blend of Western comfort will ultimately give meaning to guests’ travel experience. Luxury is all in the details as expressed through the tasteful selection of art pieces, rich layered finish and unique textures, muted neutral tones, chic interiors and fine furniture that are interpreted in a timeless design concept to create a serene and intimate atmosphere.  

All Ratings Showcased on ForbesTravelGuide.com

7 Lucky Dishes for the Chinese New Year

The dragons may be dancing in the streets this Lunar New Year but this 2018 ushers in man’s best friend - the tenth Chinese zodiac sign, the Earth Dog. 

The Chinese New Year celebration is full of various traditions that many people follow to ensure good health and prosperity - from new clothes, colors, feng shui charms and of course, food! 

To help your family have an auspicious start this Year of the Earth Dog, Electrolux is sharing with you a list of traditional dishes that are not only delicious but also deemed lucky by Chinese tradition. Serve this up during your Chinese New Year feast. 

The season of love made sweeter with Villa Del Conte chocolates

Make this year’s love month celebration extra sweet and extra special with a box of chocolates from Villa del Conte. Especially handcrafted artisanal chocolates from Padova, Italy, Villa del Conte decadent chocolates come in an elegant Amore red box with a gold heart. 

Fulfill your dream of a classic, romantic dinner for two with a jar of Villa del Conte dark chocolate covered almonds and a full bottle of Italian red wine. If you opt for a more casual and leisurely date, indulge on Villa del Conte’s dark chocolate bar with crunchy toffee and sea salt. Express your love and make this season’s celebration even sweeter with Villa Del Conte chocolates. 

Romantic Indulgence at Flow Spa

Nothing beats celebrating love and its magic with an intimate and indulgent escape to tranquillity as Flow Spa brings a full wellness treatment special this love month.

Wyeth Nutrition Promotes Healthier Living With Promil® Organic

It’s no surprise that going organic may have multiple benefits that help us lead more healthy lives. Taking the more natural approach or ‘going green’ has even been proven to help conserve the environment and improve the lives of farmers. Indeed, the organic lifestyle is steadily increasing in popularity among more and more Filipinos. With the recent launch of an organic milk brand in the market, Filipino moms now have the option to provide their children with better nutrition that will help develop their minds and bodies.

Savor love and luck at QC’s festive food parks

Fruitas Holdings’ Le Village and 150 Maginhawa lineup fun Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year offerings

All You Need is Love and a Bit of Luck. Celebrate Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year at the lifestyle parks of Fruitas Holdings: Le Village Food Park and 150 Maginhawa. 

Wharf Hotels Introduces Chinese New Year Offers To Welcome The Year of The Dog

To welcome the auspicious Year of the Dog, Wharf Hotels has launched two new offers across fifteen of its Niccolo and Marco Polo Hotels in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines.

Offers for both brands include extra benefits so guests may experience new getaways and discover vibrant destinations in style.

"Celebrate Valentine’s Day at home with foodpanda PH"

Feb-Ibig is in the air ! As soon as January comes to an end, every corner of the city transforms  into pink and red  hearts due to Valentine’s Day! Despite people saying that this day is just a social construct holiday to sell chocolates and flowers, sentimental gift-giving and romantic dinners, it is one of the most celebrated occasions ever made that causes a real car-maggedon in the Metro! 

Besides traffic, mall and restaurants will be fully booked with couples and hopeless romantics.  This will surely result in a lack of consistency in terms of service compared to regular days. With all of this anticipated stress in mind, planning for one’s significant other on Valentine’s day will be downright exhausting . Why not take those cliche outings and celebrate your love of food at home by ordering  something hot directly to your doorstep?

McDonald’s shows us what it means to be a perfect pair

Some things are good on their own but even better together—just like McDonald’s Best Tasting Chicken McDo and World Famous Fries, and two of the most iconic Filipino showbiz personalities, Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion.

These two pairs were the highlight of McDonald’s latest TVC, where we see “ShaGab” chancing upon each other in a McDonald’s store and enjoying a quiet meal together—their first after a very long time. 

Coffee Connections: How Starbucks brewed love stories

Every day as Starbucks serves up the best-tasting coffee, wonderful moments and stories also brew within its stores as people from different walks of life gather and enjoy a good cup of coffee in the company of friends and family.

As Starbucks houses moments of human connection, it also becomes a witness to the deepest kind of connection – love. This Valentine’s Day, discover different kinds of love, some as heart-warming as a hot cup of coffee, some as sweet as your favorite desserts, and others that are stronger than any shot of espresso.

Sweeter the second time around

Bringing out distinct flavors for your perfect brew sometimes takes time. Just like the perfect cup, sometimes love also needs a little time to brew to make it much sweeter.

In 2005, Amelia and Marvin ended an almost 2-year relationship. Amelia started focusing on her work, family and ministry service, spending most of her time at a local Starbucks. One day, she was surprised to find Marvin waiting for her inside the store. Despite being apart for more than a year, they both admitted that their feelings for each other remained the same. From that moment on, they rekindled their romance, tied the knot and even had their pre-nuptial shoot at the place where their love story started anew – Starbucks.

Celebrate the Love Month at Hotel Jen Manila

This month of love, Hotel Jen Manila invites you to surprise your special someone with a romantic and fun city getaway. 

Celebrate the season of love with a dreamy staycation and let Jen give you an unforgettable moment that you and your dearest shall always cherish. Rates start at Php 6,490 nett for a Deluxe Room inclusive of daily buffet breakfast for two (2) persons at Latitude, access to Windows by the Bay; Late check-out until 3:00 PM (subject to availability); complimentary parking and valet services; unlimited and unrestricted Wi-Fi access; and scheduled shuttle service to SM Mall of Asia (MOA). The Valentine Room package is available from February 1 to 28, 2018.

​Celebrate Love at Dusit Thani Manila

This February, celebrate the season of love at Dusit Thani Manila and make this month extra special with variety of Valentine’s Day offerings for whatever your heart’s desire.

Fall in love all over again with the pleasures of a luxurious stay in any of the hotel’s well-appointed guestrooms and suites. With rates starting at PHP9,500++ per night, a romantic city getaway includes complimentary buffet breakfast for two, complimentary lunch at The Pantry for two and 45-minute massage at Devarana Spa for one.

Welcome good fortune with Resorts World Manila’s Imperial Festival

Mastery Academy of Chinese Metaphysics founder Dato’ Joey Yap holds the Manila leg of his Feng Shui and Metaphysics world tour at the Marriott Hotel Manila on February 7 as part of Resorts World Manila’s Imperial Festival.

After welcoming 2018 with the grandest party at the Marriott Grand Ballroom on New Year’s Eve,  the country’s premier entertainment and tourism destination Resorts World Manila (RWM) now gears up for its annual Imperial Festival celebrations to usher in the Year of the Earth Dog.

The much-awaited Jollibee Tuna Pie is back!

It’s that time of the year again: Jollibee’s Tuna Pie is finally back in all stores nationwide!

An instant classic, Tuna Pie is a delectable snack that brings together generous amounts of chunky tuna flakes, peppery sauce, cheese, and vegetables enveloped in a golden crispy crust. This handy, on-the-go snack is the perfect, delicious, healthier option for the Lenten season and for the health-conscious.

Jollibee brings an exciting Pinoy BBQ twist to its Classic Burger Steak

Sweet and Smoky that's the new 

Jollibee Pinoy BBQ Burger Steak!

Jollibee, the Philippines’ #1 fast-food brand, makes yet another exciting new product to its delicious roster—the NEW Pinoy BBQ Burger Steak!

The new Burger Steak variant brings to Filipinos Jollibee's signature juicy and 100% beefy-linamnam patty, then lushed with flavor-packed Pinoy BBQ sauce, coming from garlic, tomato and spices that Filipinos will surely love.