Cyndy’s red-letter day

The Bellevue Hotel’s general manager Cyndy Tan-Jarabata, one of Manila’s most successful career women, recently celebrated another blessed birthday. It came as no surprise when a throng of well-wishers showed up in red to shower Cyndy, a true and loyal friend, with their best wishes.

The very cool birthday party held at The Bellevue’s equally cool hangout, the 20/20 entertainment center. The birthday-cum-Mardi Gras party featured live Samba and jive music by Sabor Latino and Jazzmates. Guests savored the unique fare especially prepared for that night, as well as the spirits that flowed alongside the good vibes and lovely company.

Cyndy was definitely the picture of happiness while surrounded by people who love her most, including husband Greg and their precious gems, Micca and Gabe. The Bellevue team was also there to lend Cyndy their full support, including marketing services manager Ryan Chan, executive assistant manager Patrick Chan, and champion golfer and business wizard, Johnny Chan. It was indeed a night of good cheer for a very special lady.

Belated happy birthday, Cyndy!

A Week Of Family Fun

Living up to its reputation as a top family destination, Camp John Hay recently organized family-oriented activities for hundreds of local and foreign guests who visited its grounds.

Happy children had loads of fun sampling the free face painting and henna tattoo treats. Horseback trail rides provided guests with a wonderful mountain experience. A series of live outdoor acoustic performances was held. Here, various musical groups performed both modern and classical Filipino compositions in the cool early evening sun. As night fell, delicious bonfire cocktails satisfied the families enjoying the cool, crisp night air of the Camp John Hay forest.

On the grounds of the Forest Estates where some of Camp John Hay’s log homes and forest cabins are located (watch out for the soon-to-be-completed Camp John Hay Suites, a 278-unit condotel at the site of the famous 19th Tee Restaurant), delectable complimentary lunches were served for the guests who were looking to invest in the best residential and commercial facilities in Baguio.

Now that’s what I call fun for the whole family! Be sure to bring your family to Camp John Hay next time for a wonderful bonding experience!

A Dinner-Party For Nene

Vivacious and lovely Jojo Zabarte recently held a dinner-party for jetsetter Nene Quimson at Dusit Hotel Nikko’s Fiesta San Miguel.

The guests commended the excellent ambience of the classy restaurant which has first-rate paintings by talented Filipino artists adorning its walls. Fiesta San Miguel’s friendly and efficient staff also drew favorable comments. The staff made sure that the guests were comfortable and satisfied.

Fiesta San Miguel, known for its delicious freshly brewed San Miguel beer, delighted the partygoers with its excellent selection of mouthwatering cuisine: Lapu-Lapu Carpaccio (marinated lapu-lapu in mango cream sauce); Inihaw na Tiyan ng Bariles (grilled tuna belly with teriyaki sauce); Callos Fiesta San Miguel (ox tripe and knuckles in garlic tomato sauce with chorizo); and Pritong Ube at Langka Na May Sarsang Mangga (deep-fried purple yam and jackfruit with mango syrup). What delectable dishes! It goes without saying that everyone went home with their palates thoroughly satisfied!

Cheers to Nene and gracious host Jojo!

Liquid Gold

Hoteliers, restaurateurs and wine aficionados recently gathered at Magnum Wine Cellar and Grill for a thoroughly satisfying food and tasting of the wines of Chile’s new generation of wineries, Caliterra. Caliterra regional director Nicolas Saelzar provided serious notes about the great varietals, including the fruity Caliterra Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc 2003, the velvety Caliterra Syrah 2000 and the deep red Caliterra Cabernet Sauvignon 2002. Guests happily savored the liquid gold of Caliterra.

Cheers and more power!

Friends Forever

Elegant philanthropist Meldy Cojuangco feted equally stunning ladies, the ever sophisticated Nellie Gonzales and international jetsetter Nene Quimson at Red in Shangri-La Makati.

The intimate gathering again proved that one is indeed wealthy when one has true friends. And Meldy has many of them because of her kindness and sincerity.

Godspeed, Meldy!