Father's Day treats

MANILA, Philippines - Dads are in for a wonderful treat as Diamond Hotel Philippines pays tribute to the Man of the House on the Father’s Day weekend.

Surprise Dad to a weekend escape from June 19 to 21 for only P5,000 net for an overnight stay in a superior room. Get another room for the same night or extend for another night for only P4,000 net.

Dads availing themselves of the Father’s Day promo will get a raffle coupon to join a draw.

The stay also includes buffet breakfast for two at the Palm Court Café, complimentary mini bar, free Internet access, waived charges for local city calls, and complimentary use of the swimming pool.

When dining in a group of six at the Palm Court Café buffet lunch or dinner on Father’s Day, Dad gets to dine for free. 

Fathers will also receive Astralis nuts — oven-baked macadamia, cashew, walnut and local nuts flavored with Japanese herbs and spices; a glass of wine or beer, swimming pool pass for three people with one-month validity, and a chance to win in the draw.

Make Dad feel extra special at Astralis by Diamond Hotel. Enjoy a hearty set menu consisting of mixed greens with duck adobo flakes, lobster soup with lemon foam, butter fried halibut with potato fries drizzled with truffle oil for the main course, and cheese cake with warm caramel sauce for dessert.

Astralis by Diamond Hotel is located at the Power Plant Mall along Lopez Drive.

For inquiries or reservations at Astralis, call 890-7124. For room reservations, call 528-3000 extension 1141 or e-mail at reservations@diamondhotel.com. For Diamond Hotel restaurant reservations, call extension 1121.

All prices are inclusive of 10 percent service charge and local government tax. The room package is applicable to local residents only and second room or second night is exclusive of breakfast.

Diamond Hotel Philippines is located at Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J Quintos St., Manila. 

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On Father’s Day, June 21, take Dad to Island Cove Hotel and Leisure Park for a day filled with fun and lots of freebies.

Take advantage of the exciting promotions at Island Cove’s restaurants, hotel, and sports and recreational facilities.

The Sangley Point Bar and Grill will give a free souvenir item to fathers who will avail themselves of the breakfast buffet. Families dining with fathers which order at least four main courses, will get a free bottle of wine (also valid on June 20).

At the Fishing Village, a free surprise gift pack awaits the first 50 fathers who order the special Father’s Day dish.

Fathers will also get a free round of beer from 7 to 9 p.m. At Island Songs, those who enter from 6 to 10 p.m. will get an Island Cove souvenir.

The Island Cove Hotel, meanwhile, will offer a free round of beer for fathers who check in on Father’s Day.

Father and child can also avail themselves of 50 percent discount on bike rental from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be a “Dad and I” fishing competition at the Fishing Village. Six father and child pairs will compete to get the most number of fish from 8 to 9 a.m.

Participants get to take home their catch for free and receive special gift packs. Winners will get an overnight accommodation at the Island Cove Hotel and food and beverage gift certificates.

Island Cove Hotel and Leisure Park is ISO 9001:2000 certified and accredited by the Department of Tourism as a “triple A” resort.

Located in the historic town of Kawit, Cavite, this Mediterranean-inspired island is only 45 minutes away from Metro Manila.

For more information, call (02) 8107878 or visit www.islandcovephil.com.

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Dad is king this June. And with Richmonde Hotel’s Father’s Day room packages available all weekends of the month, dads rule as they get the royal treatment — from comfortable room accommodations, a relaxing massage and a pampering treat to a satisfying dinner.

For as low as P4,400 net, the Regal Relaxation room package includes overnight accommodation with buffet breakfast for two and a choice of Swedish massage, shiatsu massage, foot reflexology, foot spa or facial treatment just for Dad.

Alternatively, with rates starting at P4,700 net, His Majesty’s Meal room package consists of overnight accommodation with buffet breakfast for two and the Richmonde Grill’s featured Chef’s Exclusives set dinner for the month of June for Dad and a guest.

Other perks include complimentary use of the Health Club’s gym, steam/sauna rooms and heated indoor pool; 20 percent discount on orders at the Richmonde Grill, the Exchange and from room service (except on the Father’s Day buffet lunch); 10 percent discount on Head Zone Salon and massage services; waived local calls; and the chance to win movie passes from Eastwood Cinemas and Sony Music CDs.

For inquiries or reservations, call 638-7777 or Room Reservations direct at 689-8411 and Richmonde Grill at 689-8419.

The Richmonde Hotel is located at 21 San Miguel Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. For more information, log on to www.richmondehotel.com.

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It’s Dad’s turn to be pampered. On Father’s Day, InterContinental Manila offers three celebration options, each one guaranteed to be most memorable.

Bring Dad and the entire family to the Sol y Sombra poolside restaurant for a buffet barbecue lunch and swimming from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is at P900/adult and P450/child aged five to 12.

The hotel has a separate pool for kids. The sprawling poolside garden is a good place to relax and take in some sun.

For a more intimate get-together fine dining style, the Prince Albert Rotisserie will offer special set lunch and dinner menus for only P1,650 per person.

Among Executive Chef Patrick Fournes’ gourmet recommendations are Beef “Pansoti” with Asiago Cheese, Baby Green Salad, Balsamic Pavaroti and Extra Virgin Olive Oil; Marinated Gindara with Lime-Coconut, Eggplant Crisp, Lamb Lettuce Salad, Virgin Grape Seeds Oil and fresh Coconut Strips; Simmered Parrot Filet with light Carrot Sauce, Green Cheese Potatoes and Baby Leeks; and Prime US certified Angus Beef served with Yorkshire Pudding, Baked Potatoes, Market Vegetables and Natural Gravy. 

Private function rooms that seat four to 20 people are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Popular international and Filipino dishes and desserts will make up Café Jeepney’s Father’s Day buffet lunch and dinner priced at P1,200/adult and P600/child aged five to 12. For every group of four buffet-paying adults, the fifth person gets a free buffet meal.

Dads partaking of any of these Father’s Day meal offerings will receive special gift items from Skin Food, Institut Santré and Summit Publishing’s Top Gear.

In addition to these, all diners get to take part in the instant-pick-a-prize raffle from Pagcor’s Wanders and Flow shows.

Several room packages for local residents are also being offered.

More information on these offers and reservations can be made by calling 793-7000. The quoted prices are subject to service charge and prevailing taxes.

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On June 21, show your dad how much you care for his total well-being by celebrating Father’s Day at Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Galleria Manila.

Give your dad the perfect gift: a well-balanced mind, body and spirit. Make this day extra special by surprising him with healthy dishes in any of the hotels’ restaurants.

Lucky fathers will also get the chance to win exciting prizes.

Seven Corners Restaurant is including a “light” corner to each section of its buffet which will have healthy and delicious dishes.

The succulent and subtle flavors of Italian Lean Salad, Greek Salad Delight and Watercress Scallop Delight will be added to the appetizer station.

The Western station will feature light main courses such as teriyaki chicken, citrus-glazed salmon, roast loin of pork with green olive fillings and soya lemon sauce, and pepper steak with port-wine mushroom sauce.

Seven Corners is also making sure that desserts are guilt-free, so even weight-conscious dads can start digging into creamy desserts such as the three-layer fruit mousse, different flavored scones with cream filling, and sugar-free ice creams.

In Seven Corners, detox juices will also be offered to complement a healthy meal. Choose from perfectly blended concoctions such as Red Velvet which strengthens the immune system; Power Back which will help you kick start your day; Bumpy Ride which helps burn cellulite faster; Flush a Bye Baby that takes care of the kidneys; Morning After which is perfect for hangovers; Sweet Chariot which helps in gaining weight; and Juicy Lucy, the detox expert among the seven.

The healing and healthy benefits of soups from the Orient will be showcased at Xin Tian Di Restaurant for the whole month of June. There are nine different herbal soups to choose from, made from Oriental ingredients.

Fab Restaurant at Holiday Inn Galleria Manila will offer Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy fresh salads, a wide array of seafood choices, grilled meats, and other authentic dishes from the regions surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.

Fathers who will dine on June 21 at Xin Tian Di, Seven Corners or Fab are entitled to raffle tickets for a chance to win fabulous prizes. The grand prize is one-year free membership at Gold’s Gym. The first prize is a gift certificate worth P20,000 from Derm Clinic; the second prize, a gift pack worth P10,000 from Ralph Lauren and Polo Modern Reserve; third prize, a gift pack worth P8,000 from ReGroe and PreGroe; and fourth prize, goodies worth P5,000 from Gluta White 7 Firm and DermPlus.

Consolation prizes will also be given away by Estheve Spa. Fathers will also have the chance to receive vouchers from Gold’s Gym, products from Hav it All and Revicon Maxa; loot bags from Kheil’s and souvenir photos from Great Image.

For a completely relaxing and pampering Father’s Day, treat Dad to a 2+1 promo this June. Stay and relax for three consecutive nights and get the last night free for only P11,250 net for a deluxe room at Crowne Plaza and P8,590 net for a deluxe room at Holiday Inn, inclusive of breakfast.

For inquiries or reservations, call Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila at 633-72222 or e-mail at cpgm.reservations@ihg.com.

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