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CONTENTS 8 contributors

61 breakfast club

Meet the people behind the issue

Ladies share what they have for the first meal of the day

10 editor's note Philippines: The New Frontier

13 trends Pantone’s colors for Spring 2016, and products to put on the holiday list

28 la vie en rose Mayenne Carmona admires Tina Cuevas’ entertaining skills

30 oj jottings Bridal runway report

33 how to entertain A comprehensive guide on how to impress guests at your house parties

73 the art of the party An inside look at some remarkable fetes

98 cover story Business and pleasure come together in The Mactan Newtown

108 the power of collaboration A peek at the capsule collections from Cebu’s designers for our special Deezine event

105 fashion Recovery Room

124 events A backstage pass to the month’s happenings

51 cuisine entertaining

130 last page

The restaurants to dine at for the holidays

A retrospective on our past events

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Artist’s Perspective

CONTRIBUTORS

Chester Baldicantos photographer

Family is the best part of the holiday season for me, because nothing can beat the laughters and chika with them.Deconos iameis. Si inverrit; intem senistisquam susa vero puludam si ti, ad rei pondum omactam et, caes aucon viti, que apestruncum P. Num

Ezekiel Sullano photographer

Everything! The lights. The food. The songs. The memories that come with it. Family, friends, and strangers are extra warm on the holidays. And I think we all could use some of that after everything that's been going on.Olum plis puli publint ilintra ingularive, mod conesta ndefece mendientem, conscenit;

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Jed Galang photographer

The 2 F'sâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Family and of course, food. The two seems to go hand in hand best during the holiday season. A family gathering is never complete without good food, and food is best eaten with the ones you love, hence the family. Ocuppli se condam sendi, qui publicae fachica reo unterfent, Catrit elabus. Mod C. An descrit; Catiquodiis, condepon pubis, sentum omnemor terfex servivignos, cum querfer niquam publibus

Philip Lapinid IV photographer

There's just so much food on the holidays. I like preparing desserts and munching on these right after. My favorite part is when I pack these desserts and share them with friends.Ublienatam omnici se nosulib emerdit, con terio tus consum ia? Quam acchum sicoend icapere, sedem ductus et Catusquam liceriditam, C. Na consupi ocrescer locultodis,

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EDITOR’S NOTE

PHILIPPINES: The New Frontier

VERY YEAR, I GUEST EDIT FOR the November issue. This year also marks five years of my editorship, and Zee Lifestyle’s 20 years in the community. We are celebrating a lot of milestones together in 2016 as a magazine family. We assessed the trends that have come and go, and we also assessed the changing needs of the “family, friendships and business unit.” What is entertaining these days? We understand that everyone has become a fitness junkie, but may still not be willing to give up the gourmet. A lot of us have weekend beach escapes with an “island picnic basket” in tow. While there are changes the culinary scene has achieved for the community, we realize in our busy packed lives, we want easy. Not simpler, necessarily, but no stress. We set out a clear direction when we started the framework for this issue. As we faced the last two weeks before closing, the storylines and the framework we mapped out initially no longer fit the theme. Just like the course life—you are so set on the direction you were headed then it changes on you. The structure and the flow directed another story. As I look at the evolved pages, it had even become a powerful conglomeration of east, west, north and south perspectives. The pages have become a work of art.

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COLOR CODED We’re springing into spring with Pantone’s colors for the season in 2017. Bold oranges and pinks, and subdued nudes, blues and greens will guide our palettes in the next season, and we’ve rounded up the products that celebrate the forecast. produced by Katrina Labra

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TRENDS

DOGWOOD Still incredibly feminine, 2017's iteration of pink looks just as good in tough ensembles as it is in the more dainty pieces. Its best version is kept on the cheeks for a charming natural flush. NARS ORGASM BLUSH If you asked women which blush they would use if they could only use one forever, a good number would pick NARS’ Orgasm Powder Blush—and we wouldn’t argue. The peachy pink tone and hint of golden shimmer does wonders for every skin tone. Rustan’s Department Store at Ayala Center Cebu BERSHKA BOMBER JACKET In a tropical country, the rainy season is an excuse to break out the layers, and we’re looking forward to throwing on this Oversized Bomber Jacket from Bershka. It’s lightweight and versatile, a piece that’ll work on any outfit. Ayala Center Cebu

VERSACE BRIGHT CRYSTAL The dominating floral and aquatic scent, and hint of freshness of Versace’s Bright Crystal Eau de Toilette Spray is a softer take on the best-selling Crystal Noir. Inspired by Donatella’s favorite floral fragrances, the perfume highlights a young and sophisticated that captivates all ages. Rustan’s Department Store at Ayala Center Cebu

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GUCCI GG MARMONT BAG

PRIMROSE YELLOW Go bold in Pantone's selection of yellow, which takes the hue to a deeper and more vibrant tone—even when paired with simple, streamlined pieces, you're still sure to stand out.

Perk up your outfit with Gucci’s GG Marmont Bag. Many love the softly structured bag for its zip top closure, matelassé leather and antique goldtone hardware. Rustan’s Department Store at Ayala Center Cebu

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO JACKET Men are welcome to give their traditional suits a pop of color with this bright yellow jacket from Salvatore Ferragamo’s Spring-Summer 2017 Men’s Collection. www.ferragamo.com

CHANEL NO.5 The very essence of femininity blossoms in the iconic Chanel No. 5, which has allured generations since Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel launched it in 1921. Rustan’s Department Store at Ayala Center Cebu EATZ CEBU | FEBRUARY 2020

OJ JOTTINGS

A STATE OF Oj Hofer experiences a state of Shangri-La, tastes delectable vegetarian treats, and receives an award for being one of the influencers of the bridal industry.

LOREM IPSUM On the day of love, during the second week of February, your lifestyle jotter went off to Mactan island to avoid the city traffic of lovers dining, wining, and yes, loving. Instead of celebrating the night sweetly with a romantic partner, my friends and I enjoyed a divine tasting home-cooked Chinese dinner prepared by Lili, the Beijing-based sister of Nelly. Nelly Egle, the wife of Rene Egle, the General Manager of Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa, has been residing in these islands for barely two years but she’s already made a lot of local friends. She hosted a casual dinner for of eight and, since I was

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already billeted at the Shang that day, I attended. Needless to say, we had so much fun. Heading back to the hotel after dinner was a precious experience. I woke up the next day refreshed, rejuvenated and reveling in the uninterrupted panorama of the sparkling azure seas and clear blue skies. I thought I was at Conway’s Lost Horizon lamasery but then I realized that I was at a much better place: Panorama Suite Room 7001, a luxurious one-bedroom suite with a private balcony, separate parlor and dining area, just an hour away from the heart of Cebu City. It took great effort to peel myself self off from the soft bed with its 300

THE SPRING OF FRIENDSHIP Lunch with the ladies turns both elegant and gastronomically exciting when the ladies are Margie Lhuillier and Nelly Egle and the vegetarian fare is prepared by Chef Boon Bun Hoe of The Tea of Spring at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa . Margie, with her endearing kindness and sense of humor, is one of the country’s well-dressed women. Nelly is an accomplished artist, my muse and good friend. She is stunningly beautiful in a white column dress with my calligraphy of mind/ heart silkscreened near the hem. For his part, award-winning Chef Boon Bun Hoe brings culinary expertise, which ensures

the authenticity and quality required of the Cantonese restaurant, Tea of Spring. Inspired by the beautiful flavors of Chinese tea, he creates dishes that are both healthy and pleasing to the palate. “The Tea of Spring cuisine reflects the rich culinary heritage of China,” he says. Cae volore, alitae. Itate excepud animincimi, et odignitiis remquatur? Lupta il maios as et event. Equid quidita temquisquod quid et exernam et re voluptas eossint. Fereri del incim natiuris es nes que nam et ide pre nonsequi tem evellautem rectinu lparunt esequi venimagniate con pla nobiti con pro etum volut volupta quosam quam

SHANGRI-LA Vietnamese Spring Roll

Stir-fried Vegetables with Chestnut in Spring Roll Wrapper

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MARRIOTT: 20 AT A GLANCE In celebration of its 20th year, Cebu City Marriott Hotel invited guests to “Glance: Celebrating Timeless Distinction,” a threeday bridal fair underscoring Marriott’s 20 years of excellent service in Cebu and its strong partnership with wedding industry influencers. The festivities culminated with a grand bridal show. Cebu Marriott also presented “20-year Partners in Excellence Awards” to recipients including photographer Lemuel Arrogante; event stylists Teresin Mendezona and Pinky Chang; Gilbert Go of Gap Mobile; Marissa Unchuan of Mrs. U Foods; plus designers Oj Hofer, Philipp Tampus, Harley Ruedas, Marichu Tan-Geson, Jun Escario and Philip Rodriguez. Oj Hofer

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LEBKUCHEN LOVE Lebkuchen is Austrian for gingerbread cookies and my sweet tooth instantly loved them, particularly, the non-fat, handpainted delicacies by the multilingual baking diva, Chary Dumont of Dumontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cookies and Treats. Aside from Lebkuchen, Chary also makes specialty European treats, healthy goodies like Moringa crepes with triple nut filling, veggie pies, organic breads and my favorite energy bars. With just one bite of her concoctions, one notices the culinary artistry and high quality that she maintains expertly. Proof of her high standard is the recognition she garnered from past international culinary competitions by the HRRAC. Chary won three silver awards for her Authentic Austrian Gingerbread Cookies,

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OXES OF FLOWERS are arranged on the floor Anzani Prime on the afternoon of the special dinner the restaurant, together with Zee Lifestyle and Moët &

Chandon was throwing for an exclusive group of guests. It was set to be quite a special evening— Chef Marco Anzani had prepared a special menu especially to complement Moët & Chandon champagnes, and the hostess Kate Anzani had worked with florist Jaime Santiago, who had arrived from Manila, to create the perfect setting.

Which leads back to that afternoon, Jaime

slowly taking bundles of the beautiful flora and putting them together in vibrant color combinations

to serve as centerpieces for each table, while the sweet floral smell filled the room. “The flowers’ flight was delayed,” Kate says, explaining the 30

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bouquets had all been flown in. “They were supposed to arrive last night, but something happened. Thank God they arrived this morning.” Thank God, indeed. The flower arrangements were the stars of each table, giving pops of color and freshness to the luxurious home décor and plates from Rustan’s Home. Each table was conceptualized to represent a specific Moët & Chandon variant. The Moët Rosé Impérial was right at home with the pink roses and orchids, the large bouquet sitting on a rose gold tray flanked by mini arrangements in martini glasses. The femininity of the candleholders is grounded by gold-rimmed plates with blue floral details. The Moët Ice Impérial is the brand’s answer to hot summer days by the beach. The first and only champagne that’s meant to be enjoyed on ice, the Ice Impérial is fruity and refreshing. The bottle is complemented by the green and gold

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, with avocado, caviar, and black and white sesame seeds

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palette of one table, lilies and other flora complemented by an array of leaves and gold accents in the form of gilded pineapples and plates. While that particular arrangement harks to its freshness, the table decorated with yellow roses and baby’s breath calls to its fun spirit. Bird sculptures and a metallic twisted candelabra lets the bright flora shine, and is a fitting setup for the ice bucket that shows how the Ice Impérial is meant to be enjoyed—with servings of fresh fruit and sprigs of mint. With its red flowers enveloped in decidedly earthy pots, the table for the Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial matches this variant’s classic taste. The classic color combination of green, red and purple stands out against the black pots and clear chargers, creating a look that’s decidedly sophisticated. Deep shades of violet represent the Malbec from Altos del Plata, the dinner’s red wine of choice. Featuring shades that are easily related to wine, its more subdued and serious tone is broken up with the floral detailing on the otherwise stark plates. Guest who arrived were treated to a Belvedere Vodka Cocktail, before being seated for the first course of Yellowfin Tuna Tartare to complement the Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial. A chardonnay was served with the Homemade Boston Lobster Tortellini, which had sautéed lobster meat wrapped in egg pasta and served with lemon-reduced beurre blanc. The Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial came alongside the Roasted French Duck Breast, which sat on kale soil and a merlot reduction. The main course was CAB Black Angus Tenderloin with a truffle enhanced mushroom sauce and a glass of the Terrazas Altos del Plata Malbec. EATZ CEBU | FEBRUARY 2020

HAPPENINGS

AIS OPENS AT VIBO PLACE Premier design source for the latest and advanced architectural finishes and bathroom ware, the Architectural and Interior Source opens their new and bigger showroom at the Axis Entertainment Avenue, Vibo Place. Personalities from the design and architecture industry came in to celebrate the launch, which began with design talks from interior designer Chat Fores, and architects Alex Medalla and Ryan Rasines.

Andrew Li, Buck Sia and Councilor Margot OsmeĂąa

Mayette and Dave Pastrano

Jan Rodriguez, Kumiko Onda, Shige Onda, and Bernard Sia

Janet Lee, Love Ocampo and Madz Sablada

Chris Gecha and Mirella Gallego

Marco Anzani, Sherwin Tan, and Gilbert Lee

Kara Lim, Gemma Go and Debbie Bontes

THE WHITE PARTY AT IBIZA Continuing on in the tradition of the Electro Beach Festival, Ibiza Beach Club in Movenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu brought in DJ Daiki from Japan for a highenergy party. Other international DJS on the deck included Tora, OGaMixxX, Shibuchin, Kamiyama Seigo, Toshiki and Cookie.

DJ Daiki Wakabayashi

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Divine Maitland-Smith and friends

Sinjin Pineda, Ethelbert Ouano, Toni PIno-Oca, Marco Diala, Meg Hernandez, Shari Quimbo, Doyzkie Buenaviaje, MJ Yuvallos, Jayni Binueza and Jed Galang

HAPPENINGS

SKY PARK AT SM SEASIDE SM Seaside City Cebu officially opens its latest attraction to the public—a vibrant family playground that includes Fun & Play, Water Play, and the Kenneth Cobonpuedesigned Sky Play. The Alice in Wonderlandthemed party brought together kids together to enjoy the dishes served by the area’s selection of cafes and restaurants, as well as the intricately designed designer playground.

Kenneth and Susanne Cobonpue

Ines and Tiffany Neri

Kate and Marco Anzani with daughter, Azzurra

Micah Almazan, Bonne Almendras, and Joy Climaco

Irma Atillo and Teresin Mendezona

STANDING James Co, Jan Michael Co, Sheila Co, Lilu Alino, SEATED Chinggay Utzurrum, Jaime Picornell, Flor Ynclino, Shari Quimbo and Cookie Newman

ROCA SHOWROOM TOUR Cebu Home & Builders conducted an exclusive tour of the Roca showroom, presenting the brand’s collection of luxury bathroom fixtures, which included the automated In Wash Meridien.

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