Get your caffeine fix with just the right amount of Mocha Italia espresso, smooth milk, and rich, hot chocolate for a more decadent finish. That’s what’s the buzz is all about when you order a cup of Costa Coffee’s new Mocha Latte.
There are three flavors to choose from: Classic Chocolate and Coffee, Chocolate Hazelnut and Coffee, and Chocolate and Mint.
Women empowerment is a buzzword these days as National Women’s Month is celebrated every March as part of the worldwide observance of the International Women’s Day.
A woman is made more beautiful if she possesses a genuine-heart, knows who she is and what she wants, and keeps a positive outlook in life. This kind of woman must be honored and celebrated.
It’s turtle hatching season and Hamilo Coast, SM Prime’s sprawling coastal community in Nasugbu, Batangas, is home to diverse marine resources.
Marine turtles, particularly the Olive Ridley sea turtles, thrive along Hamilo Coast. Though they are the most abundant among marine turtle species, they are listed as “vulnerable” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) because of the recent decline in the nesting of female Olive Ridleys.
GlutaMAX Men, the complete line of premium and advanced skin lightening products from Healthwell Nutraceuticals (an affiliate of YSA Skin Care Corporation), partners with the country;s premiere basketball league, the Philippine Basketball Association.
Losing usually means defeat and all things negative. But there are exceptions. It’s a welcome thing when applied to weight.
Ask James Yap, Michelle Cazzola, Ara Mina, Edu Manzano, Rita Avila, Roxanne Barcelo, Kitkat, Aubrey Miles, Troy Montero, Maria Isabel Lopez, Evangeline Pascual and Nonie Buencamino.
They know the value of losing weight for health and fitness. They also attest to the benefits of Capsinesis, a natural food supplement whose main ingredient, cayenne pepper, helps in losing weight and gaining health.
The sustainability programs of Coca-Cola Philippines hauled five Gold Anvil trophies during the 52nd Anvil Awards held at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel.
“We are honored by this recognition of our sustainability projects in women economic empowerment and water access. Coca-Cola is committed to continue to help improve the communities we operate in,” said Adel Tamano, Coca-Cola Philippines vice president for Public Affairs and Communications.
Beautiful azure seats are the first to welcome guests to Makati’s little corner of European grandeur—Casa de Memoria. The detail and trimmings of the furnishings are a sight to behold coming through the simple doors of this relatively new auction house
With a quick glance at the periphery, it is easy to get a sense of the craftsmanship and technique on display; this is artistry carved for the aristocrats of Europe centuries ago, and today, these are treasures that can accentuate the Filipino home.
“We don’t want these pieces to end up in a museum. We want to be the place where people can find their dining table, chair, and favorite desks. For these items were not made just to be looked at,” says Camille Lhuillier, Casa de Memoria marketing manager.
Asked about her favorite, Lhuillier shares she has her eyes on the grand sofa piece and miniature pieces of ivory animals with bejeweled eyes. Further across the floor, varying tones of lacquered woodwork are present, collections of ceramics and porcelain that are generously spread, silver and bronze sculptures adorned tables, and magnificent paintings lined the walls.
Sourced from private collections of families and individual collectors, these pieces of nobility all underwent strict authentication and restoration measures and placed under the care of Casa de Memoria’s local curators and European advisers.
Art enthusiasts will be treated to masterpieces like the Adoration of the Magi, an oil painting depiction of the Holy Family on wooden canvas, sculptures by French contemporary artist Francis Bérille, Renaissance pieces designed with ivory and precious metal inlays, and a 152-piece Limoge porcelain dining set that is guaranteed to bring splendor to Filipino dining.
Lhuillier explains, “We’re the most cohesively European auction house in Asia right now. Collectors will find that Casa de Memoria offers a more extensive selection of pieces from that part of the world, even when compared to other auctions houses in Asia.”
Being the first to house antiquities from Europe’s most privileged to the Philippines, Casa de Memoria promises to bring over masterpieces from Portugal, Spain, and France. These intricately designed and functional art pieces date back to 15th century and are reminiscent of the period when furniture dictated the styling and ambience of homes.
Operations manager Tiffany Mathay explains the vision of the auction house, “Casa de Memoria is not just an art auction, we want it to be a lifestyle for Filipinos.” She adds that the auction house is there to help Filipinos see that art is not beyond reach. “It speaks to them, brings out a part of themselves, and fits perfectly in their homes.”
These two ladies, along with auction house director Angelique Miranda, supervise the transport, authentication, and sale of these historical and personal treasures and their re-appropriation to Philippine homes.
Lhuillier says in jest, “How often can you say that I have this piece from the 16th century? It’s in my home and it’s still beautiful.”
Casa de Memoria is at 156 Jupiter corner Comet Streets, Bel-Air, Makati City.
