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The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) is up for another run! Founded in 2006, MAFBEX has established a topnotch trade affair in the world of food and beverage. This 2019, the exhibit will be held on June 12-16 at the World Trade Center. For several years, MAFBEX has been the melting pot of the biggest trailblazers and passionate newcomers of the industry with over 500 different booths all about food trade. The event also gives attendees a chance to interact with companies and professionals from Europe, US, Taiwan, Malaysia, Japan, and Korea. Different cooking and hospitality competitions are also featured in the event. This year, Chef Huey Marcial, Sous Chef of Century Park Hotel Manila, is taking part in the live-cooking demonstration at MAFBEX. Chef Huey has made rounds around the world of the hotel and restaurant industry because of his expertise in cooking. With a degree in hospitality and culinary arts, Chef Huey started in the Asian buffet of Mandarin Oriental Manila, lat...

If May was a month to honor the queen of the household, June is the month to celebrate Fathers, the foundation of families. At homes, fathers are usually perceived as the reserved and quiet member of the family but behind the facade of strength and stability lies a heart that can also provide care, comfort, and warmth. Century Park Hotel recognizes the great tasks that fathers accomplish for their children. To sons, fathers are role models they look up to, while to daughters, fathers are the first to treat them like a princess. This is why at CPH, #DadsMyMan! On June 16, 2019 , Fathers enjoy a Father’s Day Special at CPH! Get 1 FREE buffet lunch or dinner for every three paying guests at Cafe in the Park. Buffet prices start at P795 net (kids 6-10 years old) and P1,495 net (adults). Consequently, for a minimum spend of P1,200, dads can drink a free local beer or a glass of house wine at the Atrium Lounge. They can also enjoy a free sushi cake at Century Tsukiji also for a minimum spe...

Dad deserves a break too from all the sacrifices he made for the family. Create more precious moments when you stay at F1 Hotel Manila with Dad and the whole gang this Father’s day.  Celebrate with their special offer of Fantastic Father’s Room Package available from June 1 to June 30, 2019 at PHP 6,800 per night for a Fort Suite Room. Inclusive of buffet breakfast for two (2) persons, a free one (1) serving of Chairman’s Burger courtesy of F All-Day Dining, served with two bottles of local beer specially for dad; valid for dine in only.  To continue the celebration this Father’s Day, F All-Day Dining welcomes all dads by offering them the “Beers and Burgers for Dad” promotion as they deserve nothing but the best on their special day! Let him celebrate with burgers and beers as he gets 20% OFF on Chairman’s Burger and a free bottle of beer for his every purchase of two (2) local beers. Father’s Day promo is valid from June 1 to 30, 2019. Grab this chance to show your love for...

Staycation, a combination of the word “stay” and “vacation” is not a new concept. It is simply when one chooses to stay at their home country or check-in at a hotel, instead of going abroad for vacation.  A staycation or holistay, as defined by Wikipedia, is also a period in which an individual participates in leisure activities within driving distance of his or her own home. Lately, the trend has been increasing as more numbers of people now find more peace by spending time at home and have some needed rest and relaxation. More than that, staycations also offer a lot of quiet and humble benefits. 1. Staycations save time Living in the Philippines means having to battle at least 3 hours of travel going from home to work and vice versa. Just imagine how much worse the traffic can get when it is a drive going to the airport! More than that, long airline terminal queues also eat up a significant part of a traveler’s day. Add all the hassle of traffic, terminal queues, departure proced...

Every mother deserves to be honored and spoiled for the sincere love and care they give generously and endlessly. Why not show your appreciation to your mom by celebrating her special day at F1 Hotel Manila with the whole family. Surprise that special woman in your life by rewarding her with a happy experience at F1 Hotel Manila this Mother’s Day. Treat her with the MOMentous Room Packageprepared specially for all the wonder women out there.  Let her experience a grand staycation for only Php 6,500 net per night in a City Suite available from May 8-15, 2019; perfect for family bonding! More pampering is in store for your mom as this promo is inclusive of a free one (1) hour F1 signature massage, breakfast buffet for two (2) persons, access to pool area and Wi-Fi, compliments from the hotel for being such an amazing woman. Furthermore La Filipina will also be giving free lootbags for those moms who will check-in on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2019. Introduce mom to the luxury of a staycat...

I love being part of historical tours in the metro, it makes me understand and know more how a once rural area became a developed and urbanized city. One example is San Juan City, I never thought I would look at San Juan now like I did in the past. After touring some of the key places, I can now totally say that the city has been governed wisely by the recent administration that they had specifically with former Mayor JV Ejercito who is now running for senator then to her wonderful mother who is the incumbent mayor of San Juan no less than Guia Gomez. Our first stop was the Government Center of  San Juan San Juan City is in the heart of Metro Manila, the once wooded area surrounded by rice fields has evolved into a populated and progressive city. "San Juan City" is a contraction of the city's traditional name of "San Juan del Monte". As with numerous other places in the Philippines, the name combines a patron saint and in this case Saint John the Baptist with th...

One of the most awaited celebrations is Mother’s Day which happens every month of May. It is a time to honor the queens in our lives for their never ending love, support, and hard work.  Tracing back its history, Greeks and Romans have always set a day to worship mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele. Moving forward, this tradition evolved to children offering flowers and presents to their mothers to express their gratitude. Today, it is one of the most popular occasions observed internationally. In fact, more phone calls are made on this day compared to any other holidays. As Mother’s Day approaches, Century Park Hotel (CPH) , one of the premier hotels in Manila, is treating moms to a free lunch or dinner buffet as well as a complimentary cake! On May 12, 2019, enjoy a Mother’s Day Special at CPH.  Get 1 FREE buffet lunch or dinner for every three paying guests at Café in the Park. Buffet prices start at P795 net (kids 6-10 years old) and P1,495 net (adults). A complimentary cake ...

As a dominantly Catholic country, one of our practices every Holy Week is Visita Iglesia. Traditionally, Catholics visit around 7 churches to pray, reflect, and honor the Blessed Sacrament during Holy Week. The visiting of churches is done to commemorate the suffering of Christ, as well as to meditate and ask for penance. Here are churches within the Metro which you can visit this Holy Week: 1) Binondo Church Photo by Lawrence Ruiz - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51373004 Start your journey in one of the oldest churches in Manila. Binondo Church is also known as Minor Basilica of Saint Lorenzo Ruiz and Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish. It was built by the Dominicans and is located in Binondo, Manila. It became a place of worship to converted Chinese Christians back in the day when the trade between Chinese and Filipinos started to increase. Today, a number of Binondo dwellers and curious tourists still visit the parish. 2) San Sebastian ...

Easter has always been a magical time for everyone. Despite different religious beliefs, the season calls for joyous celebrations. For Catholics, Easter Sunday marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ. For some, it is the start of spring blooms, while for parents, Easter is a special Sunday to take their kids out for Egg Hunting! On April 21, 2019, Century Park Hotel (CPH) one of the leading hotels in Manila, invites you and your family to spend your Easter Sunday at the hotel’s Grand Ballroom for a magical Easter experience. Take part in “A Magical, Mystical, Easter” Egg Hunting from 9am to 12nn for only P850 net per kid or P1,450 net for a kid and one accompanying adult, inclusive of food and loot bag. Ticket holders are also entitled to a 50% discount on lunch and dinner buffets during Holy Week (April 14 - 21, 2019) by simply presenting their ticket. Additionally, families can also enjoy an overnight stay at a Superior Room for P4,800 net , Deluxe Room for P5,800 net , and Jr. Suite...

It was a momentous night for Bayambanguenos because it's finally official as Guinness World Records adjudicator Swapnil Dangarikar announced that the 50.23 meters  monumental structure made of steel and engineered bamboo currently holds the Guinness World Record for the Tallest Bamboo Sculpture (Supported) of Saint Vincent Ferrer, making it a valuable tourist spot in Pangasinan and Northern Luzon. Saint Vincent Ferrer statue of Bayambang, Pangasinan Check out the on-site coverage video of the official announcement: Bannering the theme “Bayang Pinagtibay ng Pananampalataya at Pagkakaisa Laban sa Kahirapan,” the municipality of Bayambang in Pangasinan celebrated the Pista’y Baley last April 1 to 8, 2019. Large crowd gathered at the soon to be prayer park at Bayambang, Pangasinan for the big announcement from Guinness World Record. Currently the holder of the Guinness World Record for the longest barbecue grill that it garnered in April 2014, Bayambang successfull...