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JUNE 20 21 ISSUE 53
B A R | C U IS INE | A R T | P OP-UP | EV ENT S
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MOONRISE KINGDOM
One of the silver linings of life under a pandemic has been a renewed appreciation for the outdoors. After all, being in open spaces, with a fresh breeze blowing, was more effective in helping to curtail the spread of coronavirusbearing aerosols than staying indoors. It’s no wonder the Avenue Deck has been in great demand once dine-in restrictions were relaxed. In fact, we’ve had to expand our outdoor spaces in order to safely accommodate Members wanting to dine safely outside, and we now offer Terraza and the Intramuros Garden for alfresco dining. So it was with great excitement and anticipation that we urged Members to take advantage of the uninterrupted viewing provided by our outdoor areas to catch the lunar eclipse last May 26th. It was a beautiful evening, the cool nighttime breeze was pleasantly bracing after a long hot day, and all our cabanas were fully booked. Tripods were primed, SLR cameras were positioned, drinks were ordered and food was served. All we had to do was wait for the pink moon to show. The moon was a no-show, shielded by the clouds. It finally made an appearance at 8PM, it was as a silvery sliver; the eclipse was on its way out. There was no trace of the promised pink orb that would be caused due a supermoon phenomenon wrapped in a lunar eclipse. When the sun, Earth and a full moon align, a lunar eclipse takes place. During the eclipse, the moon will have a reddish hue from the sunlight filtering through Earth’s atmosphere, according to NASA. Despite our prime position under a gorgeous sky, the moon was shy in our part of town. And yet, in those moments of anticipation, one could feel a spirit of conviviality all over the Deck, the Terraza and Intramuros Garden. It almost felt normal.
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Till the next full moon...
Editor Bambina Olivares Content & Marketing Manager Arci Catalan
Bambina Olivares
Graphic Designer Pauline Robyn Henson
Director of PR and Arts, Culture, and Education Programs
Editorial Adviser Anton San Diego O N T HE C O VE R
Keeping cool under the cabanas at the Intramuros Garden
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M H | TA B L E OF C ON T E N T S
JUNE 1
EDITOR'S NOTE
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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
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MEET OUR TEAM Ma. Criselda V. Saway
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CLUB RULES Attention All Members
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BENEFITS & PRIVILEGES Essentials in the Time of COVID LifeScience X Manila House Essentialist X Manila House
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RECIPROCAL CLUBS
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CLUB NEWS Overseas Duty
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FOOD AND BEVERAGE In the Kitchen with Chef Piya A Feast for Father
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M E M B E R’ S C OR N E R He’s The Man
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INTERVIEW Bubu & Ricky Andres
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ON SHOW Red is the warmest Color
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R E TA I L C O R N E R Retail Therapy
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CALENDAR OF EVENT S Between the Covers: What are you reading? (And how did it become a book?) Herd Immunity: How Israel Beat Covid-19 The West Philippine Sea 2022: Perils and Prospects Bright Lights, Big City: Being Filipino and Breaking into the US Entertainment Industry
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT The Future is Bright Chocolate and Whisky Digital Gold Rush Future Forward The Splendor of the Philippines
Moon rising as seen from Avenue Deck
MH | M E E T O U R T E A M
Ma. Criselda V. Saway Sales Manager
There’s probably no more challenging time to be in sales than during a pandemic. For our Sales Manager Criselda Saway, it’s been a case of “challenge accepted.”
When did you join Manila House, and what made you decide to be part of the Sales team? I joined Manila House two years ago. I learned about the job opening on LinkedIn, and luckily got hired. I love being in Sales, the perks and stuff, the more you sell, the more money you earn. I also genuinely enjoy building networks and spending time talking to people. Though being a sales person is one of the most challenging jobs, it is great to have a team that understands and supports you, working towards the same goals. What is the most fulfilling part of your job? When I know that every closed/confirmed deal contributes to the revenue of the company. It gives me a sense of achievement at the end of the day. Which event has been the most memorable or challenging so far? Most memorable are the wedding events that I handled. It feels good to help a couple organize their wedding from start to finish, the feeling that I was a part of the special milestone in their lives, the appreciation they give you during their special day, and the best part—- some of them ended up becoming my friends! What do you do to destress and keep a work-life balance?
POP QUIZ
There is no “perfect” work-life balance for me. Some days, I am too busy and focus more on my work, while some days are lighter. I just make sure on those days that I am not busy, I take a vacation and spend time with my loved ones cooking for them. I also give time for myself, like going to the salon or online shopping! What is your proudest moment? As I matured, I turned bad habits into good ones.. I know my parents are proud of that!
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• My most prized possession is... necklace with my Mom’s ashes inside it. • My Manila House comfort food is... Lumpiang Hubad and Ebi Tempura! • The first thing I do when I come home from work is… In this time of pandemic, I shower immediately as soon as I get home. Better to be safe and protected.
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MH | C L U B R U L E S
ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS MEMBER REFERRAL AND REWARDS PROGRAMME
After February 28, 2021, unpaid Annual Dues for 2021 shall be charged late payment interest of 2% per month.
We’re accepting membership applications again. Refer a friend, family member or business associate for membership to Manila House and we’ll reward you!
For more information regarding Membership concerns, please call +63 917 805 5941 or email membership@manilahouseinc.com
For every new Member you refer, you will receive a P10,000 voucher that is • redeemable against food and beverage consumption for dine-in and takeaways • non-transferrable and not convertible to cash • valid for six months from date of issue • valid for single transaction and shall not be claimed with any discount and promotions
F&B VOUCHERS
The voucher is released only upon the payment of membership joining fees by the new Member. The value of the voucher is fixed, regardless of membership type.
The current lockdown restrictions have meant that the Club is closed for dine-in until further notice.
For inquiries and more information regarding Member Referral Programme, please call +63 917 805 5941 or email membership@manilahouseinc.com
2021 ANNUAL DUES AND CONSUMABLES Annual Dues must be settled within the first month of each year. Annual Dues are inclusive of P700 and P500 monthly consumables. Founding, Regular, and Associate Members will be entitled to P700 in monthly consumables. For Junior Members, the monthly consumable amount is P500. The consumable amounts may be used in all F&B outlets. If unused, the monthly consumable amount will be forfeited at the end of every month.
We continue to encourage Members to purchase in advance the P10,000 F&B vouchers that are fully consumable and may be used for dine-in and takeaway. They may also be used as payment for webinar registration fees which include food delivery options. SUPPORT MANILA HOUSE VIA TAKEAWAY
In the meantime, we urge all Members to support the Club, and its employees, by ordering from our Takeaway Menu. For your convience, we offer several ways to order Takeaway: Order from our website (shop.manilahouseinc com), through food delivery services (Pick-a-Roo, Grab Food and Foodpanda), or by calling us directly (+63 917 816 3685). Thank you for being part of the Manila House community, and for supporting your Manila House family. Please note that our safety protocols are subject to change depending on pronouncements issued by the IATF and the LGU. The Club reserves the right to refuse service to Members and their guests who do not comply with the safety protocols.
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MH | B E N E F I T S & P R I V I L E G E S
Essentials in the Time of COVID A curated selection of necessary items from our partners
STAY WELL AT THE FARM AT SAN BENITO Detox, de-stress and emerge refreshed. Special rates at The Farm await Manila House Members. Room rates begin at P10,000++ per night and includes Nutrient-rich vegan breakfast for two; Holistic Health Orientation with our integrative Doctor; Participation in Mindful Movements: Yoga Sessions, Mandala Flower Meditation, Immune Boosting Juice and Blends Prep Class, Wellness Talks, and Nature Walks; Use of facilities; Complimentary WiFi To ensure a safe and comfortable stay, all guests are required to take a 15-minute FDA-approved rapid test on-site prior to entry at P2,500++ per person additional fee. Contact details: +63 918 884 8080, +63 917 572 2325 info@thefarm.com.ph www.thefarmatsanbenito.com
CLOSER TO HOME AT AMANPULO Blissfully marooned in the tranquil waters of northern Palawan, the private island of Amanpulo beckons family and friends to immerse in a serene summer escape together. Manila House Members may enjoy an exclusive complimentary upgrade from a Deluxe Hillside Casita to a Beach Casita on weekdays (Sunday to Thursday) for stays from May 1 to September 30, 2021, available for booking until September 25, 2021 only. Immerse in the pleasures of paradise with a two-night stay in a Casita starting at P106,000++ inclusive of daily breakfast, and a choice of a 50-minute massage at the Aman Spa or an a la carte lunch for two persons To ensure a safe and comfortable stay, all guests are required to submit negative COVID-19 PCR test swab results. This will ensure that the entire family / group will be cleared to join the flight and will facilitate a quicker and smoother transit from the Medical Reception to the Lounge. To book, please call +63 (2) 7976 5200 or +63 (2) 8854 0276 or email amanpulores@aman.com and copy Carla David cdavid@aman.com
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MH | B E N E F I T S & P R I V I L E G E S
LifeScience X Manila House
We’ve been collaborating on talks and webinars with LifeScience Center, the country’s leading functional medicine clinic, and their Care Team since 2018. And now, we’re taking our partnership to the next level.
Get a complimentary Heart Health Monitor session worth Php4,000 when you book Health Management Consult
LifeScience offers holistic, personalized, and preventive healthcare designed to help you resolve chronic health concerns such as autoimmune disease, infertility, heart disease, diabetes, and more.
Get 20% off on the Cardiometabolic Profile Test, and advanced biomarker test that will help you know if you’re on your way to developing heart disease
Designed to make you feel better, and attain optimal health. As a part of our partnership, LifeScience will curate special packages designed to make us feel better. In addition, a percentage of the proceeds will go towards making the community feel better through our in-house Hot Meals for Heroes feeding initiative.
Purchase doctor-grade supplements from LifeScience and have them conveniently delivered right to your house
Book an appointment or Schedule a free 15-minute call with LifeScience here
SANIVIR SMOKE DISINFECTANT Manufactured in Spain and tested according to stringent standards to assure its effectiveness against the Coronavirus, other types of viruses, bacteria, fungi and spores, Sanivir Smoke contains Glutaraldehyde and Orthophenylphenol which are both FDA and CDC approved active ingredients ideal in killing viruses. • Ideal for all enclosed spaces • Easy to use, no residue, non-corrosive • Can penetrate hard to reach areas such as crevices, air vents, ceiling as well as surfaces • It can be used every two weeks depending on the area Manila House Members enjoy specially discounted prices for Sanivir Smoke Discounted Price per can P1,200 Sanivir Smoke 25g SRP: P1,500 50 m3 (15 to 30 sq. m)
Purchase your LifeScience Supplements at our Online Shop shop.manilahouseinc.com
BioConcepts Orthoplex BioActive Lipids Php2,115
BioConcepts Orthoplex CitraMag Php1,600
Douglas Laboratories Vitamin D3 1000IU Php500
Douglas Laboratories Vitamin D3 5000IU Php1,000
LCPI Liposomal Melatonin Sublingual Spray Php1,200
Pure Encapsulations Zinc Picolinate Php825
LCPO Immuni-3 Php1,810
Sanivir Smoke 1kg P4,800 2,000 m3 (500-550 sq. m) SRP: P6,000 Prices are exclusive of 12% vat and exclusive of delivery charges. Price of this item is subject to change without prior notice. For more information, please call
371-3936, 411-2627 or 411-2592
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MH | B E N E F I T S & P R I V I L E G E S
ESSENTIALIST X MANILA HOUSE We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Essentialist, a private travel club, as a new benefit (valued at $1800) to your Club membership! Recently awarded the 2020 Legend Award for Best Private Membership Clubs by Departures Magazine, Essentialist creates bespoke itineraries using the insight of destination editors, who are all contributors to such distinguished publications as Conde Nast Traveler, Travel+Leisure, Afar, and WSJ, along with personalized customer service. Whether it’s a long weekend in Singapore or a three-week safari in South Africa, their team of destination editors and local insiders provide expertly curated lists of their favorite hotels, restaurants, shops and activities that capture the very essence of a place. We hope you will take advantage and allow Essentialist to cover all of your travel planning needs. Millennium Bridge, London
Activate your Essentialist Membership
Machu Picchu, Peru
ESSENTIALIST X MANILA HOUSE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: • 1:1 Personal Travel Designer • Ultra-personalized itineraries with access to unique experiences • Curated insight from leading travel and lifestyle editors • Exclusive flight and accommodation access and benefits essentialist.com 7
MH | R E C I P R O C A L C L U B S
Manila House Members now enjoy reciprocal rights at the following Clubs
12 H AY H I LL London United Kingdom
Singapore
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STRAITS CL AN Singapore
Gurugram & Mumbai India
THE QUORUM
UNITED SERVICES R E C R E AT I O N C LU B Hong Kong
T O WE R C L U B Singapore
A R T Y Z E N C LU B
MODERNIST
CA R T E L C LU B
PER SHING Austin, TX USA
THE COURT
B RO DY L A N D
THE CIT Y SOCIET Y Beijing China
T H E A M E R I CA N C LU B H O N G KO N G Hong Kong
WE _ ARE
London United Kingdom
San Francisco, CA USA
Hong Kong
Budapest Hungary
Cape Town South Africa
Paris France
WORK CLUB GLOBAL Australia
SY D N E Y S U PR E M E C O U R T
SY D N E Y BARANGAROO
SY D N E Y B A R R AC K PL AC E
CA N D E L A N U E VO Melbourne Australia
Please note that all requests for visits to and bookings at our reciprocal clubs must be coursed through Manila House at least three (3) days before your intended visit. Please include the dates of your visit, as well as the number of guests you wish to bring, as each club sets its own limits. We kindly remind you to wait for email confirmation that your visit has been approved before proceeding to the reciprocal club. Please refrain from calling the reciprocal club directly to announce your visit. You may also be required to present your Manila House Membership Card when you arrive at the reciprocal club.
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MH | C L U B N E W S
OVERSEAS DUTY Following a successful webinar on anti-Asian racism, presented in partnership with Asia Society, Manila House gained some international exposure when the Washington, DC-based NCTA - The Internet and Television Association tapped our Director of PR and Arts, Culture and Education Programs, Bambina Olivares, to put together a webinar for the organization in order to spotlight Asian Heritage Month in the United States. Joining her were Professor Vicente Rafael of the University of Washington, Seattle, and Joy de Guzman of Asian-Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC. The NCTA represents the innovators and creators in an industry building the world’s most powerful technology platform and creating exciting content and services that entertain, inform and inspire consumers every day. It includes some of the largest entertainment and communications companies as members, such as AOL, Comcast, Showtime, Viacom, Discovery and Disney, to name a few. Attending the webinar was NCTA President and CEO, MIchael Powell, who served in both the Clinton and Bush Administrations as Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.
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MH | F O O D A N D B E V E R A G E
Favorite herbs to cook with? Fresh lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaf, coriander. Rice or noodles? Rice Green or red curry? Red Curry What’s the best way to cool off when it gets hot in the kitchen? Cool off when its hot in the head then pray. Coffee works too!
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce, Cucumber & Red Onion Relish ไก่สเต๊ะ “Gai Sa-Tay” Good for 1 person | PHP280
North-Eastern Thai Style Grilled Beef Salad เนื้อน้ำ�ตก “Nue Naam-Tok” Good for 1 person | PHP350
Southern Thai Style Pork Ribs Curry with Wild Betel Leaf “Cha-Plu” แกงซี่ โครงหมูใต้ “Gaeng-Cee-Krong-Moo” Good for 2-3 persons | PHP880
Massaman Lamb Shank
มัสมั่นขาแกะ “Massaman Kha-Gae” Good for 2 persons | PHP1,550
Thai Omelette
ไข่เจียว “Khai-Jiew” Choice of: Crabmeat | PHP620 Oyster | PHP420 Shrimp | PHP540 Good for 1-2 persons
Phad Thai
Stir-fried Rice Noodle with Tamarind Sauce, Shrimp, Peanut, Chive, Beancurd, Bean Sprout and Egg “ผัดไทยกุ้ง” Phad-Thai-Goong Good for 1 person | PHP580
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For orders, please call +63 917 816 3685 or email reservations@manilahouseinc.com
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A FEAST FOR FATHER Our Father’s Day Specials are hearty and filling, and perfect for the whole family!
For a minimum spend of PHP3,000, get two (2) bottles of San Miguel Light beer, compliments of San Miguel Brewery Inc.
Appetizer and Salad Wedge Salad
Smoked Chicken Wings
with Blue Cheese Dressing, Walnut and Roasted Grapes
with Homemade Hot Sauce & BBQ Sauce
serves 2-3 persons | PHP 800
8 pcs. | PHP 750
Main Course USDA Ribeye Steak (500g)
Thai Style Roasted Chicken
with Bloody Mary Butter, Chimichurri and Morel Sauce
with Steamed Sticky Rice & Spicy Tamarind-herbs Dip
serves 2 persons | PHP 6,500
serves 3-4 persons | PHP 1,600
Ikan Bakar
Indian Spiced Butter Chicken
(Malaysian Style Grilled Herbs, Marinated Apahap in Banana Leaf) with Herb Chili Dip and Steamed Rice
with Plain Chapati, Mango Chutney and Basmati Rice
serves 1-2 persons | PHP 890
serves 1-2 persons | PHP 1,150
Sides Roasted French beans with Parmesan
serves 2-3 persons | PHP 380
Potato Dauphinoise
serves 3-4 persons | PHP 850
Plain Chapati
serves 1 person | PHP 35
Stir-fried Kailan
with Fermented Soy Bean and Oyster Sauce
serves 2-3 persons | PHP 380
Basmati Rice
serves 1 person | PHP 150 Dessert
Baklava
serves 2-3 persons | PHP 1,650
*Available on June 19 and 20, 2021 ** Available for dine-in and takeaway
For orders, please call +63 917 816 3685 or email reservations@manilahouseinc.com
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MH | M E M B E R’ S C O R N E R
HE’S THE MAN
Our Members share the life lessons their fathers taught them
Ace Gapuz
Rombit Co
I’ve always been a brave soul ready to take on anything, but I’d have to say the best thing that my dad taught me is DRIVING A CAR!
This year come September will be my father’s 30th death anniversary. He was not just Dad but also a mentor.
It might to be a very simple thing, but I learned how to drive because my dad was very patient with me back then. I remember the really early mornings (5AM) before when he would wake me up and prepare hot chocolate for me, and then we’d go practice driving around the village. It’s a very basic but useful skill, and I think my dad’s pretty much just like that too: straightforward, practical, and just has the knack for getting things done!
Carina Arenas One of the best things my father taught me was to never stop learning. Change is constant, but your ability to learn and adapt to new things is what will help you survive. 13
One of the lessons he taught me which I have passed on to my two sons goes like this: ‘… your properties can be confiscated, your companies nationalized, but no one can take away from you a solid, world class education …’
Miguel Miñana The greatest lesson my father taught me and my siblings is fostering close family ties. He has always instilled it in us to remain close to one another. From our youth that value has always been engrained in us and has been passed on to the grandchildren. My nephews and nieces treat each other as brothers and sisters and draw strength and inspiration from one another.
MH | I N T E R V I E W
BUBU & RICKY ANDRES
answer the Manila House Questionnaire “Life is not all about work and money. Family, friends and relationships are what make life happy and meaningful.” Tell us what you do.
We operate a confectionery business doing importation, distribution, retail and e-commerce. How do you define success?
This is a very difficult question. The answer may evolve as we go through life. Let me over simplify, for us it’s having the ability to spend quality time with our adult children wherever they may be. To be equally loved and respected by them. What life lessons did you derive from the pandemic?
Life is not all about work and money. Family, friends and relationships are what makes life happy and meaningful. What would you like to see in the “next normal”?
The new normal brought out many ways to work smarter, so as a result I would like to see less stressed, nicer and friendlier people. What’s your favorite thing about Manila House?
We love the food, the happy hour, and the privacy. It is also great that we always bump into friends whenever we are there. Unexpected yet memorable moments and good conversations are always treasured. If you had to be quarantined (again) which country would you choose to be in?
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RED IS THE WARMEST COLOR
The artist known as Whee (AKA WonHee Cha Delgado) is a Manila House Member who has proven to be a force of nature The petite Korean native had a wedding (to Rashid Delgado), a baby and an exhibition in a little over two years. The pandemic may have necessitated her isolation in Seoul, but it hasn’t sapped her creative spirit one bit. Some of her recent work - powerful, visceral, warm, radiating a kinetic energy, and punctuated by the confident splashes of red - are currently on show at Manila House.
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MH | O N S H O W
Juju Eyeballs 2021 Oil on Canvass 57”x 44”
Magic Castle
Garden of Edan
Private Collection
Private Collection
2019 Oil on Canvass 102”x 64”
2019 Oil on canvas 102”x 64”
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RETAIL THERAPY
A curated selection from the KP Collection is now available at our Retail Corner
C AC T U S PL AT E P2,400
THREE LEAF PL AT E P3,000
C AC T U S JA R S E T P16 , 8 0 0
ROU N D PL AT E P6,000
F I V E L E A F PL AT E WITH HANDLE P4 , 2 0 0
R E D BLU E PL AT E P4 , 2 0 0
W H I T E B OW L P960
For inquiries, contact Ms. Gic Capongcol at +63 917 560 0201
E A RT H B OW L P1, 2 0 0
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MH | I N C A S E Y O U M I S S E D I T
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT
Bright opportunities lie ahead in the Philippines’ real estate sector amid the vaccine rollout and the gradual economic recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, said the experts speaking at the The Wealth Report 2021: A Global & Philippine Real Estate Investment Outlook held last month. Organized by Santos Knight Frank and Manila House in partnership with Julius Baer, the webinar discussed findings of The Wealth Report 2021, the 15th edition of Knight Frank’s flagship publication which tracks private investment in property and global real estate trends. Rick Santos, Chairman & CEO of Santos Knight Frank, said he expects 2021 to be a promising year for industrial & logistics, urban residential, and the real estate investment trust (REIT) on the backdrop of macrotrends such as the boom of e-commerce, infrastructure development, decentralization, and flexible office setups and workplace mobility, all of which will continue to affect the property market. Calling in from London was Liam Bailey, Global Head of Research for Knight Frank, while the Carsten Menke, Executive Director and Head of Next Generation Research at Julius Baer joined in from Zurich. Important economic indicators such as GDP growth and overseas remittances forecast a soft rebound this year. International financial institutions and the Philippines government expect GDP growth this year to be between 5.5% to 7.5%. While overseas remittances to the Philippines barely moved in 2020 (it decreased by 0.8%), a research by Morgan Stanley forecasts a 7% growth this year, with important implications in residential real estate acquisition and revitalizing consumption.
“At the end of the day, sustainability and livability go hand in hand. If cities are safer, cleaner, and calmer, they are sustainable and more livable.” - Carsten Menke
“One of the biggest challenges in the West and globally is the change of use of some office space, retail space, and residential into logistics; and having a relationship to the public and the private sector to do this well.” - Liam Bailey
“Reimagine, reposition, and reinvent to navigate 2021 and the post-pandemic period. Flexibility is key.” - Rick Santos
Presented in partnership with:
To watch the full webinar, visit our YouTube channel 19
MH | I N C A S E Y O U M I S S E D I T
CHOCOLATE AND WHISKY
We sampled five wonderful prestige whiskies and five equally compelling chocolates last week during our chocolate and whisky pairing class with Diageo and Tigre y Oliva. Diageo Brand Ambassador Rian Asiddao together with the head of the Prestige Business Unit Matthias Koppe introduced us to some of the finest from Scotland like Mortlach, Lagvulin and Talisker. Tigre y Oliva Partner/Owner Rob Crisostomo talked about the origins of the cacao used for their artisanal chocolates, the company’s ethical practices, and even a bit of history of chocolate production.
Rob Crisostomo
Rian Asiddao Presented in partnership with:
To watch the full webinar, visit our YouTube channel 20
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DIGITAL GOLD RUSH
Is it safe to invest in something as volatile as Bitcoin? Will fiat be replaced any time soon by cryptocurrencies? What happens to the value of crypto when governments begin stepping in to regulate it? All these and more were discussed in a spirited conversation between OKEX Senior Marketing Manager Chris Tan, and former investment banker and management consultant Leo Alejandrino. “Apple took about 30 years to get to a trillion [dollars in value]. Amazon took a little bit over 20 years to get to a trillion. Google took about 18 years to get to a trillion. Bitcoin started in 2009 and today it’s at a trillion dollars. It took less than 12 years to do it. This is an exponential growth that’s happening right now, and if you think that we’re at the tip, [that] we’re already at the top of that curve, we are not. We haven’t even gotten started, we are just about to break out into this massive parabolic curve meaning the price is just going to keep shooting up.” - Chris Tan
“Crypto is an intellectual fascination at various levels… It’s a technology blockchain. It’s a alternative monetary system. It’s a libertarian philosophy, you know, like [an] anti-establishment [philosophy]. It’s a store of value like gold. It’s a means to protect your assets, it’s a means to exchange your assets, it’s a means to store your assets.” - Leo Alejandrino
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FUTURE FORWARD
This pandemic caught us all unawares, and there were certainly many mistakes made in our response to COVID-19, due to lack of information, lack of preparation and lack of resources. However, it’s important to learn the lessons from this ongoing experience and incorporate them into a much more resilient pandemic strategy for the future. A recent webinar, Reboot Required: What Has to Change in the Philippine COVID-19 Response, held in partnership with Centre Medicale Internationale, featured a roadmap created by experts to guide us for the next pandemic. Family medicine specialist, disaster medicine consultant, and CMI Advisory Board member Dr. Aileen Espina discussed “Prevention and Management of Surges in the Workplace and Communities.” Rheumatologist, University of the Philippines College of Medicine Professor and Vice Chancellor, and OCTA Research fellow Dr. Michael Tee explained the rise of variants, the latest hospital occupancy rates, and the advent of telemedicine in his talk “Viral Lessons.” OCTA Research fellow, pediatrician, and infectious disease and clinical pharmacology expert Dr. Benjamin Co spoke about “The Continuing Saga of COVID-19 Vaccines”—from their efficacy in real-world studies to their possible mixing and matching, and the potential of single-dose and oral preparations.
Dr. Aileen Espina
Dr. Michael Tee
Dr. Benjamin Co
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THE SPLENDOR OF THE PHILIPPINES
Did you know that the Philippines is one of only 17 mega-diverse countries in the whole world? Or that Mindoro has more bird species than Madagascar? Or that the giant clam Tridacna gigas is native to Palawan? The sheer breadth of biodiversity found in the Philippines makes the conservation of our riches above and below water all the more urgent. Grace Diamante, Executive Director of the Mindoro Biodiversity and Conservation Foundation, Inc. (MBCFI), and Karen Agabin, Executive Director of Malampaya Foundation, Inc. (MFI), made compelling arguments for the taking action now in order to protect our marine and terrestrial treasures. Ms. Diamante spoke of the plight of the endangered tamaraw, or dwarf water buffalo, and its relationship to the indegenous Mangyan community in Mindoro, and the construction of the Mindoro Biodiversity Conservation Center in Puerto Galera. Ms. Agabin spoke about the Philippines as world’s epicenter of marine biodiversity, the importance of marine-protected areas and their shell species restocking through the String of Pearls project, which protects our giant clam population, among others. During the moderated panel discussion, they were joined by Dr. Lota Creencia from the College of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences of the Western Philippines University in Palawan, and MFI Marine Biologist and Conservation Manager Pacifico Beldia II.
Karen Agabin
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Pacifico Beldia II
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ZOOMING IN Join us on Zoom for our programme of informative, entertaining and illuminating talks which encompass art & design, culture, history and current events
BETWEEN THE COVERS:
What are you reading? (And how did it become a book?) June 8, 2021 Tuesday at 5PM
Stephen Morrison
Karina Bolasco
Honey de Peralta
Katya Lichauco
Enzo Santos
Bambina Olivares
Former Editor-in-Chief Penguin Books
Director Ateneo de Manila University Press
A behind the scenes look at the publishing industry with the people who publish, pick and promote the books you read. As the cliché goes, don’t judge a book by its cover. Indeed, how the words between the covers went from a draft by the author to the book currently in the reader’s hands is a journey that can be simulta neously laborious, frustrating, exciting and rewarding, but it’s almost always interesting.
Sales Manager Penguin Random House US
Co-founder Staff Picks
To quote another cliché, there’s always a story behind the story.
Co-founder Staff Picks
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HERD IMMUNITY:
How Israel Beat Covid-19 June 14, 2021 Monday at 4PM Israel started its COVID vaccination program as early as December 2020. The success against the pandemic lies in bringing in the vaccines early, helped by the fact that Israel has a great public health system with very strong HMOs.
HE Rafael Harpaz Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines
Approximately 5.5 million people in Israel have received the first jab, and more than five million have received the second dose. Israel has a population of 9.3 million. Israel uses only the vaccines manufactured by Pfizer. In the past weeks, the average number of new virus cases per day in Israel stands at 12, down from a daily peak of more than 10,000 in January 2021. After loosening many restrictions including mandatory wearing of masks outdoors, Israel now allows mass gatherings such as concerts and sports events with thousands of spectators. Starting June 1st, all restrictions will be removed, except for the opening of Israel’s borders. Last May, Israel had piloted the entrance of vaccinated tourists. Israel is hopeful that this pilot could expand in the coming months. Already, 30,000 Filipino caregivers, 400 students of agriculture, and the staff of the Philippine Embassy in Israel have received the free Pfizer vaccine. Filipinos with expired working permits were also given vaccine shots.
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THE WEST PHILIPPINE SEA 2022: Perils and Prospects June 16, 2021 Wednesday at 4PM The ongoing maritime territorial dispute in the South China (West Philippine Sea) promises to be a key issue in the upcoming 2022 General Elections.
Col. (Ret.) Dencio ‘Dennis’ Acop, PhD. Private Security Practitioner
Amid the U.S.-China great power rivalry, the Philippines occupies a key political and geostrategic nexus. How the nation approaches these challenges will have profound impacts both domestically and upon international affairs. Col. (Ret.) Dennis Acop will discuss how we got here, what is at stake, and what possible ways forward the Philippines can forge to safeguard our sovereignty and national interests. Presented in partnership with:
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BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY
Being Filipino and Breaking into the US Entertainment Industry June 29, 2021 Tuesday at 9AM Manila Time
Diane Phelan Actor, Director Producer and Activist
The world of film promises fame, glamor and wealth. It is often referred to as the Dream Factory and Hollywood is its capital. Yet the reality behind the business of dreams is brutal and unforgiving, and definitely not for the faint of heart. It welcomes the talented, but rewards the hardworking, steely and determined, and more often than not, success in this industry is the result of timing and sheer luck. How do you conquer the odds stacked against a FilipinoAmerican performer, set designer, composer or producer even before you’ve gone to an audition?
Clint Ramos Designer, Educator, Activist and Producer
Listen to our panel of aspiring and established actors, producers, costume and stage designers speak of their respective journeys in the field of entertainment and film. Presented in partnership with: Jhett Tolentino Award-winning Producer
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Nacho Tambunting Actor
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