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.