In The House September 2017

SEPTEMBER 2017

W W W. M A N I L A H O U S E I N C . C O M

IN THE HOUSE T H E M O N T H LY J O U R N A L O F M A N I L A H O U S E

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UNCONVENTIONAL

BAR | CUISINE | ART | POP-UP | EVENTS

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Independent Spirit

In This Issue

The landscape of our cultural history is replete with mavericks and lone wolves - artists, cineastes, scribes and the like - who’ve chafed against the system and blazed their own trail. The journey can seem lonely and thankless, with critical acclaim coming at the expense of commercial success. But for the independent-minded who choose to persevere, recognition eventually does come, even if it’s from beyond our shores. The French, for instance, were among the first to recognize and celebrate the singular brilliance of filmmaker Brillante Mendoza, who has graced many a Cannes Film Festival, coming home with the Best Director Award for Kinatay in 2009, in addition to a Palme d’Or nomination for last year’s Ma’Rosa, which will have an exclusive screening at Manila House on September 22nd.

Editor's Note

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Meet the Staff Get to Know: Chef Kevin Avecilla

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General Housekeeping

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Interview Brillante Mendoza

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The French have also honored another independent filmmaker and artist, Briccio Santos, for his contributions to world cinema, conferring him with the highest decoration given by the French government, the Chevalier dans l’Ordre de la Légion d’Honneur. In this issue, Briccio lists his all-time favorite films; not surprisingly, they feature directors lauded for their singular vision and independent spirit.

By The Way Lights, Camera, Action!

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Both Brillante and Briccio are Founding Members of Manila House.

In Case You Missed It Environmental Concerns Dressed for Worship Dreaming of Darwin

Discover an independent streak, too, at our Filipino restaurant, Anahaw, now open to serve you. Unusual pairings, unexpected textures, and inventive flavors that still remain distinctly Filipino characterize the dishes we invite you to sample.

Book Talk Mothering Sunday

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On Show Broadway in Manila

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Food and Drink

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Calendar of Events

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BAMBINA OLIVARES PR & Events Director

ON TH E C OVE R : 100 Flowers in Bloom

by Andres Barrioquinto Courtesy of Manahan Art Projects

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MEET TH E S TA FF

Get to Know: Chef Kevin Avecilla Executive Chef Kevin Arcilla believes in mastering the cooking basics while being open to experimentation

Where did you learn to cook?

My earliest memory of me cooking alone is when I was 14 years old. I used to cook for my family during New Year’s Eve and some occasions.Also, my dad and grandmother are great cooks so I got the interest from them. It’s always fun to eat, but learning how to cook is very fulfilling for a fast-paced person like me.

What would you consider your specialty?

Having worked in a modern fine dining restaurant for years, I would say my specialty is modern cooking. Every cuisine has its own traditional way of cooking and my style is to try to present it in a different and modern way. My specialty in cuisine would be American Cuisine with an influence of European cuisine. But I’m a Filipino so if I were to start my own restaurant it would be modern Filipino cuisine.

ingredients like aratilis, bignay and mamarang (a local wild mushroom that is available during the rainy season and is believed to come out only during a thunderstorm), and try to use them in a dish would make for a very unique flavor.

What do you think is the most underrated dish in Manila House?

I think it’s the Miso Ice Cream. Some people think it’s a dessert that is not worth trying because of its simplicity but that’s how we’re trying to present Japanese cuisine at Issho. It’s a simple dish but the taste is very complex and refreshing.

What do you like to cook for yourself when you’re not working?

I rarely have time to cook when I’m not working but if I have some spare time with my family, I usually cook and serve them pasta and adobo.

Is there any combination of ingredients that you think would be absolute genius to try to work with?

Foreign ingredients are widespread nowadays and most restaurants are using it in their dishes. But I think if someone were to use local

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GEN ERA L H O U S EK EEP IN G

SO CIA L MEDIA PO LICY We understand the confusion surrounding our social media policy and wish to take the opportunity to inform you that we have reviewed and revised our policy as under: Manila House’s policy goal has always been to protect the privacy of each Member.

Members are asked not to take wide shots nor post photographs that may include Members who are unaware they are part of the picture.

You are welcome to take photographs of the food.

Kindly refrain from disclosing or identifying any other Members or their Guests who are in the Club in any media, including social media and personal blogs.

Similarly, Members and their Guests must refrain from identifying or describing any private hire or Member event occurring on Club premises.

For specific situations requiring photography and/or press coverage, please discuss with Management.

Anahaw

CHIL D R EN ' S E N T E RTA I NME NT

D R E SS C OD E

WINE A LLO WA NCE & CO RKA GE

We have a selection of fidget spinners, crayons and coloring books to keep young children entertained and occupied when they are in the Club on the weekends. In the next months we will be adding more games and activities tailored to children.

We would like to remind Members that these items are the property of Manila House and should be returned to the Club after use.

We believe that the way we dress reflects our own individuality and we respect Members' choice of how to dress. We do ask Members to be respectful of the occasion and time of day and to dress appropriately. At no time should Members and Guests wear flip flops.

Founding Members enjoy the privilege of bringing up to three (3) bottles of their own wines, with corkage fees waived, to Manila House as long as they are not available at the Club and they are consumed that same day.

O C U L AR V I S I T S Due to recent instances of abuses by non-Members who come to the Club for ocular visits without the prior endorsement of a Member, we must reiterate that ocular visits for future events are by appointment only. No events or banqueting queries will be entertained by the Club without the proper prior endorsement of a Member.

During the week, we ask Members and their Guests not to wear shorts or vests since many might be wearing office attire.

During the weekend, we hope Members and their Guests think of Manila House as a home away from home so shorts and dress sandals are welcome.

SE N I OR C I TI Z E N D I SC OU N T In accordance with the law, Manila House honors senior citizen discounts at all our dining establishments. The senior citizen discount, however, is not applicable to private events in which a set menu has been pre-arranged. Again, this is in accordance with standard practice.

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The waived corkage applies only to wines and only up to three (3) bottles. Corkage will be applied to wines in excess of this allowance. The corkage fee for wines is P1,000 per bottle. Members are not allowed to bring spirits from outside the Club.

Please note that the waived corkage and outside wine allowance applies only to the hosting Member of private events, regardless of the number of Members present at the event.

IN TERVIEW

Director's Cut

The international film festival darling who has captivated Cannes over and over again, Brillante “Dante� Mendoza makes movies that are compelling, if sometimes uncomfortable to watch, focusing on some of the more unpalatable realities of Philippine life. He personally presents the award-winning Ma’ Rosa at Manila House this month.

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IN TERVIEW

“I think the reason why Cannes [Film Festival] likes my films is because they are uniquely Filipino stories that focus mostly on family issues and moralities, but at the same time they have universal sensibilities.”

Taking the indie route has been described as a long, arduous and not always financially rewarding process. Why did you choose to be an indie filmmaker?

Did you ever consider going full-on commercial?

films as an artwork, you have to consider its commercial viability because at the end of the day, it is still a product that you have to market with potential audiences and that does not jive with the style of filmmaking that I do.

Despite the challenges of making alternative cinema or independent film, I still choose to take this path instead of doing commercial films because I don’t personally conform with conventions. Not that I prefer to be unique. It’s just that when I do films, I don’t only tell the story as it is or tell the story to entertain the audience, I also want to show the meaning behind the story.

Ma’ Rosa struck a chord with many viewers and critics for its gritty realism, and of course for its depiction of the drug situation in the Philippines at the microlevel. How did you conceive and develop the story of Ma’ Rosa?

Commercial films, on the other hand, have a different discipline. Rather than seeing

to shelve it for two years until me and my mentor, Armando “Bing” Lao, thought of giving new talents a chance. That’s when we decided to give Ma’ Rosa to its screenwriter, Troy Espiritu, an intern/researcher in my company at that time. My writer and I did follow-up research and through the guidance of Bing Lao, we initially realized that the law in the Philippines is a commodity and a typical Filipino family must live in amorality in order to keep up with that system.

In the course of your career, you’ve mentored young filmmakers and become friends with some of the world’s most respected auteurs and actors. What would be your dream project and dream cast if money were no object?

Ma’ Rosa came from an event in 2011 that I am indirectly involved with. Then, me and my staff pursued the research but due to lack of facts at that time and the need to push through with other projects, we decided 7

I think I already did most of my dream projects, including the one I’m currently doing. But if money is no object, I would like to make a period film.

What kind of movies or TV shows do you like to watch when you’re not working?

I don't enjoy TV that much. I usually watch European films and dramas that have social issues like Elephant by Gus Van Sant, 4 Months 3 Weeks 2 Days of Cristian Mungiu and films of the Dardenne Brothers.

Ma’ Rosa is showing on Friday, September 22 at 6:30PM

BY TH E WAY

Lights, Camera, Action!

Directors' Picks for Best Film

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ounding Member Briccio Santos is a filmmaker and the former chairman of the Film Development Council of the Philippines. In 2013 he was named a member of the French Légion d’Honneur by former French President François Hollande for “his efforts in developing and promoting Philippine cultural identity through cinema.”

He shares with us his list of all-time best movies.

CITIZEN KANE

GODFATHER

KAGEMUSHA

by Orson Welles A powerful complex rendition of Randolf Hearst, unconventional, avant garde, a true cinematic feat deserving of the film’s last word “rosebud’.

by Francis Ford Coppola Brilliant directing , with Brando acting in a mafia family drama. One of the best character driven film on love, honor and tragedy.

by Akira Kurosawa A gripping story of impersonation amidst the brilliantly executed epic battle scenes of feudal Japan.

THE BICYCLE THIEF

VERTIGO

by Vittorio De Sica Italian neorealism at its best. The film that started the Italian modern cinema.

by Alfred Hitchcock Masterfully executed, dizzying scenes place the audience in a state of Vertigo.

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MANILA IN THE CLAWS OF LIGHT

by Lino Brocka The best of Philippine cinema for its socio-political depiction which remains current and relevant up to this day.

BY TH E WAY

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ounding Member Paul Soriano, a commercial and film director known for such films as Kid Kulafu, Thelma, A Journey Home and Dukot, studied filmmaking at Santa Clara University in California and moved back to the Philippines after college. He names his top five local and international movies.

FOREIGN FILMS E.T

by Steven Spielberg

Whiplash, 2014

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

by Steven Spielberg Manchester by the Sea

by Kenneth Lonergan Whiplash

by Damien Chazelle Signs

by M. Night Shyamalan

FOREIGN FILMS Hele Sa Hiwagang Hapis

by Lav Diaz E.T., 1982

Kinatay

by Brillante Mendoza Transit

by Hannah Espia Mariquina

by Milo Sogueco Dagitab

by Giancarlo Abrahan

Dagitab, 2014

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BO O K C LU B

Book of the Month Founder Sheila Lim calls Graham Swift’s latest novel “my fave book this year so far.” Kazuo Ishiguro described it as “exquisite.”

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ndeed, in Mothering Sunday, the Booker Prize-winning author of Last Orders is at the top of his game, penning a compelling and haunting romance that a New York Times review likened to “a kind of feminist ‘Cinderella,’ set at the close of the ‘Downton Abbey’ era.”

On an unseasonably warm spring day in 1924, twenty-two-year-old Jane Fairchild, a maid at an English country house, meets with her secret lover, the young heir of a neighboring estate. He is about to be married to a woman more befitting his social status, and the time has come to end the affair—but events unfold in ways Jane could never have predicted.

As the narrative moves back and forth across the twentieth century, what we know and understand about Jane—about the way she loves, thinks, feels, sees, and remembers— expands with every page. In Mothering Sunday, Booker Prize-winning novelist Graham Swift has crafted an emotionally soaring and profoundly moving work of fiction.

- Penguin Random House MOTHERING SUNDAY: A Romance

by Graham Swift Vintage International 192 pages $15.00 on Amazon.com

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IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT

Environmental Concerns Carlos Arnaiz, the Filipino-Colombian architect and urban design consultant based in New York, dropped by Manila House in June to discuss the value and necessity of beauty in our environment.

Speaking to a packed room, he discussed the notion of beauty in both nature and philosophy, citing the divergent views of Aristole, for whom beauty was completeness; Kant, for whom beauty was delight; Derrida, for whom beauty was useless; and Scarry, for whom beauty was aliveness. He subsequently outlined the link of these concepts to architecture and the environment, with particular emphasis on cities, this time citing the views of architects past and present such as Palladio, Alberti, Vitruvius, Schapiro and Gadamer.

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Rendering for San Pedro Calungsod Chapel in Cebu designed by Carlos Arnaiz

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Dressed for Worship In July, Dom Martin H. Gomez OSB, the monk formerly known as the fashion designer Gang Gomez, gave a lecture at Manila House in conjunction with his exhibit at Ayala Museum, “Vested for Worship, Wrapped in Identity,” featuring priestly robes and garments he designed for the Abbey of the Transfiguration in Malaybalay, Bukidon.

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o Dom Martin’s delight, the talk brought together “dear friends, fashion designers, models, culture lovers and indigenous textile enthusiasts,” who were equally delighted to learn that he had not totally abandoned his prodigious design talents, but continued to create beautiful clothing that incorporated indigenous motifs and materials that reflected the distinct cultural identity of the various parishes.

Creating the liturgical vestments involved painstaking research here and abroad; Dom Martin recounted his adventures in Rome poring over historical books and documents in restricted-access libraries to which he was somehow, with the grace of God, he said, able to gain entry.

It may not be fashion, strictly speaking, but it is the fusion of scholarship, design elements and creativity with a process known as enculturation – the indigenization of aspects of worship with the purpose of acknowledging the role cultural identity plays in the expression of one’s faith.

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Broadway Class Reunion Kims of the world unite in a Miss Saigon musical reunion of sorts

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icture this: a bevy of world-class talents, most of them Miss Saigon alumni who sang their way to acclaim throughout the musical theater stages of Europe and Asia, brought together in concert in Manila.

Off-Broadway in Manila showcases Miss Saigon veterans Tricia Canilao (Kim, Gigi, Ellen), Jon Joven (Thuy), Christine Marquez (Gigi, Ellen), Miriam Marasigan (Kim) and Meliza Reyes (Kim), not to mention musical theater's newest leading man, Laurence Mossman. Directing this line-up and creating musical magic is the former musical director of Hong Kong Disneyland Rony Fortich.

The concert is produced by Founding Member Jerianne Ejercito and international performing artist Tricia Canilao of Magnifique Manila.

Off-Broadway in Manila Intramuros Ballroom Friday, September 15 8pm Cocktails | 9pm Show Tickets are priced at P3000 per person exclusive to Manila House Members Please email events@manilahouseinc.com to reserve your tickets now

IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT

Dreaming of Darwin Galapagos is on many a Member’s bucket list. A trip to the Galapagos Islands has been called by enthralled travellers who have been as “the adventure of a lifetime”

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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ade famous by the British scientist Charles Darwin, who based his theory of evolution on his observations on the islands, the Galapagos Archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The best way to explore the Galapagos, according to Founding Members Binky and Tracie Dizon, is via a small yacht, one of which once belonged to Princess Grace. The couple run specialist travel agency A2A Safaris, which can tailor-make expedition cruises to the Galapagos.

The entire archipelago encompasses a cluster of some 13 volcanic islands and associated islets and rocks located just under the equator, about 1000 km west of Ecuador. The oldest of the islands are about four million years old and the youngest are still in the process of being formed.

Recently, Eric Andrews of Quasar Expeditions, a partner of A2A Safaris, was in Manila House to introduce the Galapagos. A native Ecuadorian, he first went to the islands as a 17-year-old. “It was life-changing,” he said. That first trip made him determined to live and work in the Galapagos, which he describes as an “endless adventure".

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Bespoke Banqueting

W e offer a personalized catering service within Manila House's many spaces. Bespoke menus, multi-venue events, refined table settings and floral arrangements, and dedicated butlers -- capturing the art of home entertaining

for reservations please contact +63 917 816 3685 banquets@manilahouseinc.com

FO O D & DRIN K

Perfect Match Good wine and good food are always a perfect match. Our Restaurant Manager, Jano Rombaon, recommends some of his favorite wine and food pairings

NICOLAS FEUILLATTE BRUT RESERVE Variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinor Noir Body: Medium Best paired with: Goes with relatively simple meals, but the best pairing would be oysters and canapes

CUVEE GYOTAKU 2012

CHABLIS PREMIER CRU

GOATFATHER 2014

Variety: Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Muscat, Gewurztraminer Body: Medium Best paired with: Sushi and sashimi. aromatic and floral but with a dry, focused finish and enough character to stand up to the strong flavors of soy and wasabi

Variety: Chardonnay Body: Medium Best paired with: Shellfish, crab, lobster

Variety: Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese Body: Medium to Full Best paired with: Creamy pasta and tomato-based braised meats

CHATEAU CAP DE FER 2012 Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Body: Medium to Full Best paired with: Flame grilled beef or chicken. Good full attack flowing into spicy flavors. Powerful and harmonious

RAMSAY 2014 Variety: Merlot Body: Medium Best paired with: Lamb with Merlot is an ideal match—the sweetness of the meat picks up on the sweet fruit flavors of the wine to create a harmonious balance.

Merlot’s gentle tannins allow for a hint of spice and its medium weight and bright acidity permit the possibilities of simple pizza or pasta with red sauce—overall, an extremely versatile food wine

VEUVE CLICQUOT Variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinor Noir Body: Medium Best paired with: Blue cheese, caviar and smoked salmon

DOM PERIGNON Variety: Champagne Blend Body: Full Best paired with: Crab and shellfish

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HONIG Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Body: Medium Best paired with: Rosemary roasted chicken, mussels and salmon. Delicious with oysters, spicy Asian food and garlic

FO O D & DRIN K

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Must-try drinks and dishes at Anahaw SO U S VID E S ALM O N G I NATA A NG L A I NG

ENSA LA DA NG FILIPINO MO DERNO

An unusual combination of flavors and textures featuring melt-in-your-mouth salmon paired with dried taro leaves cooked in fresh coconut milk

A colorful and crunchy salad consisting of talilong, kamias, pinatuyong mangga, chico, pechay, singkamas drenched in manggang hilaw dressing and pili nuts

AN G L OK AL A specially concocted cocktail consisting of Don Papa Rum, muscovado syrup, chocolate bitters, grilled pineapple slices, thinned honey, dehydrated pineapple, sugar rocks O P EN IN G H O U RS ANAH AW Fine Filipino food in an elegant colonial-inspired setting. Open from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm for lunch and 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm for dinner AVENUE B A R An elegant bar that begins indoors and flows into an outdoor deck with incredible views of the BGC skyline. Open from 11:00 am - 2:00 am BON IFA CI O DI NI NG Here, comfort food is served from breakfast and lunch through to merienda, high tea and dinner, from spaghetti Bolognese with our own special meat ragout to irresistibly delicious salads and sandwich standards with our own twist. Open from 8:00 am to midnight ISSH O J A PA NE S E R E S TA U RA N T Featuring earth tones contrasted against a wooden floor and under an open ceiling and open kitchen, Issho seats 40 diners. Adding to the contemplative, Zen mood are the glass walls, allowing views of the garden high above BGC and the metropolis beyond. Open from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm for lunch and 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm for dinner T HE G R I L L Cozy yet sophisticated, serving steak and seafood grilled to perfection. Open until 11:00 pm on weekends and from 11:00 am - 2 pm for lunch and 5:00 pm-10:00 pm for dinner during weekdays 17

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Calendar of Events

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Travel Talk: Curated Travel Collections Manila House and SPS Travel launch a series of 2018 journeys to exciting destinations, specially curated for Manila House Members, with upcoming trips planned to the Golden Triangle, Provence and Jordan Members: Free | Guests: P500 18

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Town & Country September Issue Launch

Diet 101: Navigating the Maze of Health and Dietary Plans

The luxury lifestyle magazine gives 15 Members first dibs at their anniversary issue launch RSVP essential

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Lego Education Workshop for Kids

We kick off our monthly LEGO Education Activities with two separate sessions, conducted by iCreate Café and facilitated by two qualified trainers: - WE DO Robotics (age 4 -12) - LEGO Soft (age 2-4) Price per child: P600 for a two-hour session Minimum 10 children per session Advance booking required

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Cooking Class: Easy Entertaining with Carlos Pertierra

Seasoned chef and hotel and restaurant consultant Carlos Pertierra, a graduate of Les Roches International School of Hotel Management in Switzerland, shows you how to whip up an impressive meal without fuss Price per person P2000 Inclusive of ingredients Minimum class size: 10 persons

Chilled Pea and Asparagus Soup with Smoked Salmon Slivers and Dill Seed Zurich-Style Veal Tenderloin Tips Rösti Potatoes Salad of Baby Greens, French Dressing Chocolate Mousse, Toasted Rice Crispies, Glazed Strawberries

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In Concert: MSO

The Manila Symphony Orchestra performs for charity, with Ballet Philippines as the beneficiary. For ticket inquiries, please email events@manilahouseinc.com

Dr. Stan A. Chua of the BioBalance Institute, discusses everything you should know about diets and how to eat for optimal health and energy. He also presents simple diet hacks to keep you on track Members: Free | Guests: P500

F R I D AY 1 5 , 8 P M INTRAMUROS BALLROOM

Manila House Does Broadway

Magnifique Manila presents an evening of music from some of the best-loved Broadway musicals, featuring five Miss Saigon alumni performing, alongside Manila’s hottest new leading man in musical theater, Laurence Mossman Ticket price P3000 per person Inclusive of cocktails

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Martial Law: Media Muzzled or Muscled

Veteran journalist Marites Vitug leads a panel discussion on Martial Law and its impact on media and journalism Members: Free | Guests: P500

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Private Screening: Brillante Mendoza presents Ma'Rosa

Cocktails and Trunk Show : Rhett Eala, September 22

The critically acclaimed director presents Ma’Rosa, the film that won accolades in Cannes and a Best Actress award for its protagonist, Jaclyn Jose. Following the screening is a Q&A with the Brillante himself Members: Free | Guests: P500

Luxasia Pop-up

Featuring fragrance and make up from Guerlain, Shiseido, and Elizabeth Arden Runs until September 30

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EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Fashion Sale: Manoush

The French ladies fashion label hosts a one-week pop-up. Proceeds to benefit Ballet Philippines and MSO

Children's Corner

We have a basket of toys, games and coloring materials to keep children entertained over the weekend Please check with Reception

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Cocktails and Trunk Show: Rhett Eala

To book your place at all events, we highly recommend that you email us beforehand at events@manilahouseinc.com

Known for sophisticated and his beautifully constructed clothes, the talented designer presents his latest collection at Manila House

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ALL-MONTH LONG B O N I FA C I O L O U N G E

Ann Pamintuan

The multi-awarded furniture, home accessories and jewellery designer exhibits her metal universe of sea creatures, twigs and animals, in addition to select furniture pieces

Denise Weldon

Known for her wonderfully atmospheric photographs, the Manila-based photographer presents her Water Spirit series, previously at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, alongside the Caixa series, in the Taft, Arlegui and Malate rooms

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