MANILA, Philippines - Ayala Malls’ key to Central Luzon marks a new lifestyle and shopping experience as the Marquee Mall recently opened in Angeles City Pampanga. Led by Ayala Corporation’s chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, president Fernando Zobel de Ayala, Ayala Land Inc. president Antonino Aquino and Ayala Land senior vice president Marivic Añonuevo, with guest of honor Angeles City Mayor Francis Nepomuceno, Marquee Mall is set to redefine the definition of shopping, dining and entertainment in this region.
Also present during the opening day were senior executives led by senior managing director of Ayala Corp. Mercedita S. Nolledo, Rowena M. Tomeldan, vice president and COO of Ayala Malls; Cora Dizon, vice president and head of Business Development of Ayala Malls; Rex Mendoza, SVP of ALI; Raul M. Irlanda, SVP and president of Makati Development Corp.; Joel N. Luna, VP and head of Innovation and Design Group of ALI; Javi Hernandez, AVP of ALI; and Mark Sablan, GM of Marquee Mall.
Situated within Angeles City’s business district, Marquee Mall is Ayala Malls’ first foray in Central Luzon. Adjacent to the Angeles exit along NLEX, this new 9.3-hectare lifestyle hub is the centerpiece of a 53-hectare integrated mixed-use community (Marquee Place) developed by Ayala Land. Spanning three floors with more than 450 stores and restaurants, it will also be home to an inter-modal transport terminal for buses, jeepneys, AUVs and tricycles, upgrading the accessibility and turning it into a major regional convergence area. Moreover, it will be a shopping enthusiast’s ultimate haven as it is anchored by Metro Supermarket and Department Store.
The merchant partners of Marquee Mall came in full support of the opening day. Among those in attendance were Robina Gokongwei of True Value, Toys R Us, Saizen and Robinsons Appliance; Bernie Liu of Penshoppe; Martin Lorenzo of Pancake House; Carlyn Salud of Krispy Kreme; Dra. Sylvia Huang of The Body Shop; Gerry Apolinario of Gerry’s Grill; Eric Puno of Yellow Cab Pizza; Steve Mawasley and Nolet Puno of Adidas; Jay Lazaro of Tokyo Tokyo; Franklin Go of Goldilocks; Menchu Lopez and Quito Lopez of Starbucks; Lolito Lopez of Rusty Lopez; Wilson Lim of Abenson; Mike Dargani of Red Kimono; and Manish Mathani of 1072.
Infusing some of Manila’s select lifestyle options with Pampanga’s homegrown flavors, set to get a boost are Kapampangan labels such as Nathaniels, Susie’s Cuisine, Ikabud, Kabigting’s Halo-Halo and Aling Lucing’s Sisig which are now available to satisfy your native taste buds. This new Pampanga destination also brings brands from the other side of the globe with Aldo, Nautica, Iora, Lacoste Footwear, Sanuk, Bossini, Naturalizer, Samsonite, Aerosoles, Nine West, Lacoste, Marks & Spencer, Swatch, Res Toe Run, Geox and Travel Club as representatives. Urban Manila doesn’t get left behind with Bench, Penshoppe, Folded & Hung, Kamiseta and Bayo. Quench those gastronomic cravings as renowned dining spots hit the mall with TGI Fridays, Italianni’s, Flapjacks and Cyma.
Indulge in remarkable new features such as the Activity Center, an energetic event venue where people can linger and enjoy various activities and live performances; the Marquee Park which echoes an al fresco feel heightened by beautiful installations of water features and lush landscaping, plus interactive sculptures designed by Reggie Yuson; and four digital cinemas.
Maintaining world-class facilities is part of the commitment of Ayala Malls to provide topnotch lifestyle shopping, dining and entertainment experience for its loyal patrons. Ayala Land Inc. senior vice president and Ayala Malls Group head Marivic Añonuevo shares: “Always ahead of the curve, Ayala Malls designs Marquee Mall with dynamism and innovation to provide convenience for loyal patrons and customers.”
With a masterfully designed structure, Marquee Mall of Ayala Malls is indeed a cut above the rest, putting every lifestyle maven at the heart of cosmopolitan action. These and more are some of the reasons why we lov’emall at the Ayala Malls!