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December 13, 2024 0 0

Tatler Ball 2024

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No one throws a ball like Tatler Philippines and that is all due to the impeccable leadership of Managing Director Irene Martel- Francisco and Editor-in-chief Anton San Diego.  The recognition of this year’s Tatler’s Impact Awardees Carlos Yulo (Sports & Culture),…

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December 13, 2024 0 0

Red Charity Gala 2024

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After missing last year’s tour-de-force show of Ivarluski Aseron at the Peninsula Manila due to an illness, I made sure no to miss this year’s Red Charity Gala featuring the “Farm To Fashion” collection of Lulu Tan Gan held at…

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October 1, 2024 0 0

One Night In Bangkok

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It has been a while since I last traveled out of the country alone and I had the opportunity to go to Bangkok, Thailand to host and perform at the Tourism Promotions Board of the Philippines “MICE Philippines: We Take Your…

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May 27, 2024 0 0

A Star Is Born in RENT

Fine LivingArts

The mega-hit musical of the 90’s RENT makes a comeback to the manila stage in celebration of Nine Works Theatrical’s 15th Anniversary. Director, Robbie Guevara, Producers, Santi and Anna Santamaria along with Musical Director Daniel Bartolome and Choreographer PJ Rebullida…

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April 23, 2024 0 0

Sam Concepcion Shines in One More Chance The Musical

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When I heard that PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association) was doing a musical version of the hit movie One More Chance using the music of Ben & Ben, I was both excited and also curious on how this beloved 2007…

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April 6, 2024 0 0

Meet The Cast Of What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim PH

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Meet the cast of the Philippine adaptation of the Korean hit series “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” led by Kim Chiu who plays Secretary Kimberly (Kim) Liwanag, and Paulo Avelino who plays my son Brandon Manansala Castillo aka BMC. I…

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April 2, 2024 0 0

Miss Saigon Hits Home

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It has been 24 years since Miss Saigon was last staged in the Philippines. I still remember how excited I was to see the show back in the Cultural Center of the Philippines where Lea Salonga and some of the…

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September 2, 2023 0 0

Initmate Audrey

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I had the pleasure of being invited to the Vernissage of the INTIMATE AUDREY at S Maison where I met the son of Audrey Hepburn, Sean Hepburn Ferrer, and her granddaughter, Emma Hepburn Ferrer. I felt I got to know…

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April 22, 2023 0 0

A Staycation To Remember

Fine LivingTravel

We had our first staycation in three years at Dusit Thani Manila.  We had been looking forward to this for quite some time now.  The warmth and hospitality of the staff is felt the moment you enter the hotel. We made…

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December 9, 2022 0 0

Tatler Ball 2022

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What a night! The Tatler Ball returned after a 2 year hiatus with a bang to celebrate Tatler Philippine’s 21st Anniversary.  It was truly a remarkable evening of philanthropy, love and friendship, after almost 3 years of uncertainty with the…

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Tatler Ball 2022

What a night! The Tatler Ball returned after a 2 year hiatus with a bang to celebrate Tatler Philippine’s 21st Anniversary.  It was truly a remarkable evening of philanthropy, love and friendship, after almost 3 years of uncertainty with the…

April 9, 2018 0 0

What Happens When You Get A “No”

Family Life

It is not easy when you hear the word “NO” especially when you are expecting an affirmative answer.  We have all experienced rejection at some point in our life.  I have gone through my share of rejections professionally and in…

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March 21, 2018 1 0

French Cuisine at its Finest at Mireio

Fine LivingDining

 When you get invited to Raffles Makati’s signature, brasserie-style restaurant Mireio you have to make sure you clear up your schedule cause you are definitely in for a gastronomical treat. That is exactly what I had during the special lunch…

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March 16, 2018 0 0

The Lion King Opens in Manila

Fine LivingArts

My excitement level went through the roof the moment I found out that one of the biggest, most popular and loved musicals of all time, The Lion King was opening in Manila and is going to kick off its first…

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March 8, 2018 0 0

Why I Remember A Boy Made Me Cry

Fine LivingArts

Artist Playground’s Playlist, Track 2: I Remember A Boy is very special to my family and I, as my eldest daughter Mariella not only acts in it but also directed this musical review about a group of friends who reunite…

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March 6, 2018 0 0

Shopping Frenzy at the Launch of H&M Studio S/S18

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It was a shopping frenzy at the launch of the H&M Studio S/S18 Exclusive Collection in Greenbelt 4, Makati that featured the urban grace and minimalism of Japan. After being invited to quite a number of H&M events in Manila…

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February 26, 2018 0 0

Why Himala, Isang Musikal Is A Hit

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When I found out that The Sandbox Collective and 9 Works Theatrical was bringing Ishmael Bernal’s haunting masterpiece back to the stage, the first thing that came to my mind was that it was a brave move on their part…

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February 21, 2018 0 0

How I Launched My Blog – Eat, Drink, Love

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Since my blog went live last November, I had always thought about launching it in a unique way, I just didn’t know how. I put it on hold since so many things happened during the latter part of 2017, Ayen…

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February 18, 2018 0 0

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is Truly Scrumptious

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I had the opportunity to see the first run of Resorts World Manila and Ultimate Shows, Inc.’s production of Ian Fleming’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Newport Performing Arts Theater last year and what I can say is that…

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February 11, 2018 0 0

What To Give Your Special Someone For Valentine’s Day

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Hi guys! Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and some of you might still be looking for that special gift to give your loved one. Fret no more as I have put together a list of things that will truly make…

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February 4, 2018 0 0

Dancing For Life – Prima Ballerina Stella Abrera and American Ballet Stars To Perform in Manila

Fine LivingArts

I have always been a huge fan of dancers. The way they tell a story through dance always moves me in a special way. I love to dance and have recently started taking classes again and one of the things…

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