Mother’s Day treats

MANILA, Philippines - Moms are super women for taking on different roles in the eyes of their children. For someone who has been there as a sister, a best friend, a heroine, and a “mom” all at the same time, here’s a super thank you from Diamond Hotel.

Diamond Hotel’s highly acclaimed restaurants have prepared their specials for today. For only P1,680 nett per person, take mom to Corniche Restaurant for a culinary journey around the world from Japanese, Chinese, Southeast Asian, Indian, and Western to luscious desserts. Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant offers moms an authentic Japanese fare with its set lunch or dinner good for a family of four, six or 10.

At Diamond Hotel, surprises are never-ending because on Mother’s Day, mom is entitled to exclusive gifts, including a family portrait at the photo booth, a box of pralines, discounts from Maidenform, and flowers.

Also, for a minimum spending of P5,000, mom gets to pick a prize where she gets a chance to win fabulous prizes such as coffee table books, and gift certificates from the Primer Group of Companies and Maidenform.

The Mother’s Day event is in cooperation with the Primer Group of Companies and Maidenform. All promotions are not valid in conjunction with other promotional offers. Prior reservations are encouraged.

For inquiries or reservations on room packages, call (632) 528-3000 local 1104 or e-mail at reservations@diamondhotel.com. For inquiries or reservations on food and beverage packages, call (632) 528-3000 local 1121.

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

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Astoria Plaza joins the universe in honoring the most important woman in people’s lives. Today, treat your mother (and grandmother) at Astoria Plaza where a special Mother’s Day buffet lunch awaits her at the hotel’s popular Café Astoria.

For this day only, all mothers receive a special token from Astoria Plaza and a copy of Working Mom magazine courtesy of ABS-CBN Publishing. All dining mothers are also entitled to join a raffle where an American Tourister luggage and a bottle of Lacoste Rouge courtesy of Rustan’s will be given away.

The special Mother’s Day buffet lunch is priced at only P800 net per person. For reservations, call 687-1111 local 8064 or 8065.

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It’s that time of the year again to honor the moms of the world. Today, bring the whole family and surprise mom with a sumptuous buffet brunch of local and international dishes at Café Jeepney at InterContinental Manila.

Buffet prices are P1,800++ per adult and P900++ per child below 12 years old. Moms partaking of the buffet will receive a bouquet of flowers from Island Rose and a chance to win raffle prizes.

Gift sponsors are InterContinental Asiana Saigon, Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Suriya Spa, Conair, Breakfast magazine, Cook magazine, Candi Colours, Foot Appeal, Clean Habits, Dentiste, Conceal, and Sunrise from Cocha Y Toro. For more information, call 793-7000.

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Richmonde Café of Richmonde Hotel Ortigas gives the queen of the house the royal treatment she deserves today, Mother’s Day, as it turns into a majestic sanctuary of epicurean delights mom will surely adore.

The Mother’s Day buffet lunch, specially prepared by Executive Chef Jason Cruz and his team, offers fancy possibilities from starters to desserts. Enjoy scrumptious appetizers like Mini Fresh Crepe with Lotus Root and Vegetable, Micro Aspic Greek Salad, and Spinach Soup with Truffle Oil.

Revel in succulent Roast Rib Eye at the carving station and mouthwatering main dish selections like Roasted Salmon Fillet, Braised Osso Buco and Spinach Ravioli with Four Cheese, among others.

Savor Japanese favorites of freshly made Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura and assorted Sushi and Maki, plus a la minute cooking of Mongolian Barbecue, pasta dishes, and grilled meats and seafood. End the extravagant affair with divine desserts like Crema Catalana, Caramel Cheesecake and French Macarons. Completing the feast are limitless servings of Citrus Lemon and Raspberry Iced Tea, and a glass of sparkling juice.

The Mother’s Day buffet lunch costs only P1,100 nett per person. For inquiries or reservations, call 638-7777. Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is located at 21 San Miguel Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

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One Pacific Place Serviced Residences celebrates Mothers’ Day at The Strand Café. Avail yourself of its Pinoy Fiesta buffet for P499 net per person or a la carte meals worth P1,500 minimum order and moms will receive complimentary Pacific Iced Tea and a sliced of cake if dining with her family of three.

One Pacific Place Serviced Residences is managed by Quantum Hotels and Resorts. For more information, call (02) 304-7777 or visit its website at www.onepacificplaceresidences.com and Facebook page at http://facebook.com/thestrandcafemakati.