A timepiece inspired by the Philippine sunrise
Seiko continues to showcase the wonders of the Philippines through the second Philippine limited-edition Prospex watch.
Inspired by the country’s bright tropical rays, the Philippine Sunrise — codenamed SRPH38K1 and limited to 1,000 pieces only — stirs feelings of spontaneity and the need to get up, move and revel in nature’s beauty. The brilliant piece boasts an eye-catching sleek look and uncompromised functionality provided by the watch’s silicone band material.
Reminiscent of Siargao’s playful sunrise, it features a warm yellow exterior upon the face of the watch elegantly protected by a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface. For extras, dahlings, it boasts 24 jewels, a three-fold clasp with a secure lock, and a thickness of 13.2mm.
A piece inspired by must-see spots in the country, the Philippine Sunrise imbibes daring explorations in well-loved beaches like Boracay and Palawan. It satisfies wonder as one would reach the summit of Mt. Pulag whereupon, standing at 2,922 meters above sea level, one can witness one of the most beautiful sunrises.
The second Philippine limited-edition Prospex watch is available online at the official Seiko Philippines E-Boutique.
Check it out at any Seiko Boutique nationwide located at SM Aura, Glorietta 1, SM Megamall B, SM North, SM Seaside and soon at Ayala Malls Manila Bay.
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Thankful for the love and good food
Since the holiday season is the most delicious time of the year, and for the positive response I’ve received on my previous article titled “With a Thankful Heart,” let me show my gratitude once more to my thoughtful and generous palanggas, who continue to shower me with love and presents amid the pandemic.
Margarita “Tingting” de los Reyes Cojuangco, president of the Philippine Public Safety College, Bureau of Fire Protection and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, sent some popular produce from Tarlac.
Alice Eduardo, president and chief executive officer of Sta. Elena Construction and Development Corp., sent a huge tray of imported goodies, including the must-have Marca Pina Edam cheese, Queso De Bola.
Tina Cuevas, executive director and owner of the Sulo Hotel Riviera in Quezon City, sent over black paella, estofado de res, and salted-crust seabass from the Bueno Tapas Bar.
To Carla Tengco for the Tortilla de Patata, a huge serving of delicious roast beef, and orange sponge cake.
To Cecile Limjoco for the Black Paella from the Original Alba’s Restaurant.
Businessman and Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion and wife Marissa Orosa C. sent a noche buena feast.
To brilliant and gorgeous Jomar Marasigan-Munarriz and husband Gerry for the hors d’oeuvres, and Therese Coronel Santos and Al Santos for the special roast turkey, homemade pancit bihon, and fresh lumpia.
To Maricris Cardenas-Zobel for her mega-healthy raw pechay salad, pickled sili, fermented fish, and papaya atsara, all from her kitchen.
To Andrew Gan, banker and financial consultant, for the pancit guisado, his grandmother’s recipe.
To Mellie Romero-Ablaza, Honorary Consul of Guatemala, who sent wild boar tapa.
Anton San Diego of the exclusive members-only Manila House sent the superb thanksgiving Turkey dinner.
Gina de Venecia sent several packs of the renowned Dagupan bangus, Alaminos longanisa and a bottle of Pangasinan bagoong.
Thanks to Eva Abesamis for the baked cauliflower and roast chicken; Linda Oledan for the arroz caldo, ginataan bilo-bilo and chicken noodle soup, all from her kitchen; Evelyn Forbes for the sapin-sapin, special ensaymada and mixed hors d’oeuvres.
To Ricco Ocampo and Tina Maristela-Ocampo for the gourmands’ dream of mushroom galette; Josephine “Jojo” Zabarte for the Hainanese chicken; and Marissa Echauz-C. and her hubby Choy Cojuangco for the incredibly yummy chocolate cake.
To Fortune Ledesma for the homemade pudding; Joel Cruz for his heaven-scent Afficionado Perfumes; Mary Ann Ojeda for the caviar pie; and Noel Onarte, businessman and wine connoisseur, for the bottle of Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon.
Once again, thank you for all the love and good food, dahlings.
