A chef who struggles to eat his vegetables may seem an unlikely person to build a wellness company. But for Chef Gerick Manalo, founder and chief executive of EarthLab & Co., that personal struggle became the starting point for a…
There came a point in every Oktoberfest night when sitting back was no longer an option. From October 28 to 31, Newport World Resorts brought that feeling to The Ballroom of Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts, where four nights of…
The Philippines’ dining scene has entered another glittering chapter. On October 29, the MICHELIN Guide unveiled its 2027 selection during an awards ceremony at the Manila Marriott Hotel, Newport World Resorts, bringing together some of the country’s most celebrated chefs,…
For millions of Filipino families, getting drinking water remains tied to a familiar routine: ordering refills, waiting for deliveries, and finding space for large containers at home. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority’s (PSA) Annual Poverty Indicators Survey, 57.9% of…
The clink of beer steins, the sound of Bavarian music, and the aroma of sausages and freshly baked pretzels will fill the Solaire Grand Ballroom this month as Oktoberfest returns to Manila. From October 8 to 10, Solaire Resort Entertainment…
World Pet Expo returned for a larger second edition on September 24, bringing together pet owners, brands, and industry leaders at the World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM) as demand for pet products and services continues to grow in the…
The beauty industry’s long-running promise of “anti-aging” is giving way to a different approach: healthy aging. Instead of chasing a younger face, aesthetic medicine is increasingly focused on preserving facial harmony—understanding how the face changes over time while helping people…
Planning a wedding means making hundreds of decisions, but not every detail deserves the same attention—or budget. The most memorable celebrations often come down to thoughtful touches that guests experience, enjoy, and take home long after the day is over.…
A day rarely goes exactly as planned. It may begin with training before work, continue through meetings and errands, and end with dinner with friends. Somewhere in between, traffic reshapes the schedule, a meeting runs longer than expected, or the…
The afternoon slump has become prime snack time in the Philippines. Whether it is bread before a long commute, biscuits at the office, or a quick treat between lunch and dinner, Filipinos are reaching for snacks more often than almost…
