The Holiday Cheer Lingers

CEBU, Philippines – The old year has ended and the new one is here. Yet the holiday spirit is still very much around, especially the gift-giving season. The shopping malls are still cramped with people rushing to find something nice to give to a loved one or someone special.

Rustan's makes the panicky late shopping for gifts comfortable. The store offers a wide array of choices - or a way to skip the choosing part altogether. So, if not an actual gift, it could be a gift card.

A visit to Rustan's is an experience in itself; the store truly makes shopping a treat for the senses. At this past Christmas, musical treats were lined up to make shopping an ultimate joy. From classical harpists, saxophonists and pianists, to heart-warming carolers, Rustan's set the merry mood right.

The store also treated loyal shoppers to holiday festivities with different activities to bring the Christmas spirit into the home and heart. The merriment kicked off with a Lladro painter event on November 7, followed by a holiday entertaining workshop with Stephanie Zubiri on November 18. Those wanting to hone their fine palettes, Rustan's also offered a wine-tasting tête-à-tête sponsored by Schott Zwiesel and a chocolate and champagne night hosted by Stephanie Chong in partnership with Moet.

It didn't stop there. Rustan's also lined up some special yuletide classes and experiences for everyone to enjoy. The Holiday coffee concoctions and latte art came perfect for making a fine brew during the holidays. These were good to pair with breads made from their experiential classes on easy-to-prepare breads for the holidays or from the workshops on holiday juice concoctions and cocktails.

This Christmas tradition has been there since 1952. For the luxury retail powerhouse, Christmas has always been a big celebration. A nation obsessed with Christmas, Filipinos eagerly anticipate the start of the holiday season each year, and Rustan's has played an indispensably crucial part. Already spanning decades and counting, Rustan's has had a long-standing history of happily celebrating the holidays, what with the store's enchanting displays, yuletide activities, and wonderful Christmas offerings.