JANUARY 2018
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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STARTING ANEW
BAR | CUISINE | ART | POP-UP | EVENTS
J A N U A RY 2018
Back to regular programming
In This Issue
While there’s nothing quite like a Filipino Christmas, the demands of the season – braving the holiday traffic, shuttling from one Yuletide celebration to another, shopping for Christmas gifts and piling on the calories - can leave one feeling rather exhausted.
Editor's Note
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Meet the Staff Donna Ferrer
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General Housekeeping
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Spotlight Fernando Botero
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Which makes the new year a great time to get back to regular programming, which includes eating right and exercising, taking time to relax and pamper yourself and spending meaningful time with family and friends, while setting goals and projects that inspire, challenge and fulfill you. You might want to start with a session of Lagree, a new fitness regime that has been called “Pilates on steroids,” a form of exquisite torture that takes place on a contraption called the Megaformer. No one session is the same, and it is as demanding as it is rewarding, getting those dopamine levels up even as muscles you never knew you had shake like crazy, because it’s an insane core workout with unexpected cardio benefits. Janie Hale, an American expatriate who brought Lagree to the Philippines, will be at Manila House for a special Lagree demo on January 9th, with special packages offered to all Members who sign up at her studio, Elev8.
Interview Griffin Golamco
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On Show Felix Bacolor
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Members Corner
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Our Arts & Culture programme for 2018 promises to be an exciting one, too. We start with an intimate introduction to the work of the great Colombian contemporary artist, Fernando Botero, whose signature is the generously proportioned men and women depicted in his paintings and sculptures, redefining notions of beauty and sensuality. The master’s son, Fernando Botero Zea, will be at the Club on January 31st for an exclusive fireside chat. We hope to see you all there.
In Case You Missed It 2017 Highlights Viva Italia! Monday Minds
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Food and Drink
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Calendar of Events
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BAMBINA OLIVARES Director of PR and Arts, Culture and Education Programs
ON TH E C OVER: La Mujer del Presidente by Fernando Botero
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MEET TH E S TA FF
Get to Know: Donna Ferrer Our new Senior Banquet Sales Manager comes from a hotel background and gets an introduction to the private members club concept courtesy of Manila House Where were you working before you joined Manila House? I was Sales Manager at Marquis Events handling Corporate and Social Events for a short period of time. And prior to that, I worked with Novotel Manila, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Galleria and The Manila Hotel as Sales Manager for both Travel and Corporate. What do you enjoy most about being in Banquets, as well as in Sales and Marketing? The satisfaction that I feel whenever I see my clients enjoying their event and very happy with the service the team and I extended to them. The first time I was hired as a Sales Associate, I was really hesitant to accept the job considering I like to be with operations. But after six months, I started to like the position because I had fun talking to people and deal with different kinds of personality.
Were you familiar with the concept of private membership clubs before you joined Manila House? Not really. Seeing that I came from different hotels, it was really my first time to be with a private membership club and I take this as a challenge and an opportunity to learn for me. And I am excited about the concept of it. How do you unwind when you’re not working? I usually go to my parents’ house and bond with them or sometimes I go to the beach hanging out with my friends. I also like to spend my alone time watching movies, reading books or just sleeping the whole day. Any dream hotel or resort anywhere in the world you’d like to work in one day? It was really my dream to be a part of Shangri-la properties but I am not sure if I am ready for it as of this moment.
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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.
Membership Card
Once you receive the agreement, we kindly request that you sign it, complete the form and return to us. By doing so, you also signify your acceptance the terms and conditions of your membership, and undertake to observe and abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Club as set out in the Handbook and Code of Conduct.
I M P O R TA N T M E M B E R S H I P U P D AT E You will soon be receiving the Membership Handbook and Code of Conduct reflecting the club's philosophy and ethos. We have incorporated your ideas, in order to ensure that you come to regard the Club as a comfortable space you can consider as a home away from home or office away from the office. It is our wish that the Club to continue to evolve, remaining at all times meaningful and relevant.
MEMBERSHIP CARDS
With your handbook comes:
Once cards have been handed out, all Members entering Manila House will be required to register with a simple swipe at the entrance. We also ask that you kindly present your card to service staff before placing orders.
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To ensure your guests are made to feel welcome, we would be grateful if you could advise the Reservation Staff of your guest list in advance, in case they arrive at the Club before you do.
Your Membership Certificate Your Membership Card A Membership Agreement A Form capturing your full contact details and relevant information
Kindly be aware, as stipulated in the Members’ Handbook that your Membership Card is non-transferable and is not a signing card. We expect all bills to be settled before leaving the Club.
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S P O TLIGH T
Botero in Asia
A classicist at heart, the great Colombian artist Fernando Botero’s work is easily recognizable for its graceful, corpulent figures, and, in the case of his sculptures, massive scale. His son and namesake, Fernando Botero Zea, introduces his father’s work to a Philippine audience.
Fernando Botero with his father's works
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About Fernando Botero Zea
enowned for his distinctive style and exploration with color and exaggerated volume, Fernando Botero singlehandedly redefined beauty with his sensual forms and pioneering notion of aesthetics.
The eldest son of Fernando Botero, Colombia’s greatest living artist, Fernando Botero Zea studied at the Sorbonne in Paris, and the Universidad de Los Andes in Colombia. He obtained an MBA from Harvard University, as well as a Master's in Public Administration from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. Since 2008, he has collaborated in diverse projects to bring Master Botero’s work to China and the rest of Asia.
There is a naif quality to his work that coexists comfortably with sensuality, which is deeply rooted in his evocations of the reality of life in Latin America. His influence is global; it may come as a surprise that he has been an inspiration for Asian artists in China such as Liu Xiaodong and Sui Jianguo.
BOTERO IN MANILA Wednesday, January 31 6:00 pm Cocktails | 6:30 pm Talk Presented together with Philippine Tatler and Asia Society
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O C TO BER 2017
Untitled by Gerry Tan Cosmo Botero
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IN TERVIEW
Griffin Golamco The world is changing at such a rapid pace, driven by big data. Founding Member Griffin Golamco, Google’s man in the Philippines, doesn’t think we should be daunted by data at all.
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IN TERVIEW
Algorithms and AI are the big buzzwords in tech now. How would you explain these to the tech-illiterate among us? Algorithms are the formulas, or rules, which systems must follow in order to solve various problems. In the case of Google Search, the problem to be solved is how to surface the most relevant search results at the top of the Google search page. In the past, our engineers would determine the best algorithms to accomplish this, and would then update the Google search algorithms on a regular basis. Artificial Intelligence (or AI) is the development of computer systems to do what used to require human intelligence to accomplish. In the case above, rather than a human (our engineers) having to decide how to update the search algorithm, we have started teaching the Google systems what “good” looks like when it comes to relevant search results. The systems can then determine for themselves (and on an ongoing, real time basis) how to adjust the algorithms to provide the best results. How do you like to unwind? In order to unwind on a day-to-day basis, I like to exercise. I sit at a desk for most of my day, so getting into the gym allows me to get my blood flowing while simultaneously allowing
my mind to focus on things other than work. I find that an hour in the gym does wonders for my energy levels while lowering my stress at the same time.
life in Manila a lot smoother than it otherwise might have been. During your time abroad, were you a member to clubs similar to Manila House?
When possible, my family and I also love to travel. We love visiting new places, trying new foods and learning about new cultures. Being in Southeast Asia is perfect from this standpoint since there are so many interesting nearby places to visit.
We have been members of other clubs, but I cannot say any of them were quite like Manila House. Most of the clubs we have belonged to revolved around the facilities that guests were able to use – swimming pools, tennis courts, etc. – and the social and business networking aspects of the clubs were secondary. I think Manila House is unique – at least in our experience – and we have very much enjoyed being members so far.
What’s it like being back in the Philippines? I’ve actually never lived in the Philippines before, so I am not sure I am “back” as much as living here for the first time. I have visited many times in the past, first because I have a lot of family in the Philippines, and then because I would come here regularly for work. However, living here is obviously very different from visiting. When visiting, it was all about catching up with family and trying new things – getting into new adventures. Settling into living here has meant establishing a routine – getting the children settled into school, figuring out our favorite restaurants and places to hang out, and getting into a regular schedule for work. In that regard, settling into living here has been great. Having a wonderful community of friends and family has made settling into
Steve Jobs was said to have discouraged his kids from using devices such as the iPad. What is your device policy with your children? They are so ingrained into how we operate in the modern world that I believe the focus needs to shift to educating children on how to use devices appropriately rather than discouraging kids from using them at all. As noted above, my kids go to BSM where owning a device is mandatory for almost all of the children, and the devices play an integral role in how the kids learn. I believe this is a wonderful use of devices and we encourage it
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wholeheartedly. We do limit noneducational use of devices, and as much as possible, try to have family time and vacations with little to no device usage. However, I think that falls into the general goal of raising well-rounded children rather than a specific discouragement of devices in particular.
"In today’s world, I am not sure we can discourage kids from using devices, as a general rule."
ON SHOW
Psychedelic Pigs
Three Little Pigheads, 2016 Digital print on archival paper 60.92 x 182.75 cm
There’s more than a hint of Warhol in Felix Bacolor’s colorful swine images, but there’s also an exuberance in his work that sets it apart from the cynicism of the Pop Art titan Felix Bacolor studied Studio Arts (Painting) at University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City. Among numerous solo and group exhibitions in the Philippines, his work has also been exhibited in Osage Gallery; Hong Kong, Equator Art Projects; Singapore, and Valentine Willie Fine Art; Malaysia.
The contemporary visual artist Felix Bacolor takes us on a technicolor trance with his digitally enhanced toy pig images. They formed part of an exhibition at Galleria Duemila in 2015, "Studies for a Monument,” color-saturated drawings for an imagined monumental pig sculpture intended to be part folly and part social and political satire. The nod to Pop Art is unmistakable, but the layers of discourse are also unavoidable.
The exhibition runs throughout January 2018.
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MEMBERS C O RN ER
What are you looking forward to in 2018? “A more relaxing work life!”
"Enjoying my first grandson!"
Tina Samson
Bobby Cuenca
“A year of no war, only love. Peace and joy in my heart. A surge of progress”
"I'm looking forward to all the exciting projects I'm launching next year and rediscovering Filipino cuisine further"
Tina Ocampo
Jovy Acuzar
“Looking forward to new business ventures, our yearly family trip to Europe and spending more quality time with the kids in our new home! Oh and starting the year with a fun safari with my kids and the whole Zubiri clan!”
"I am looking forward to my 25th anniversary celebration as a fashion designer! Rajo Laurel
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IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT
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Ben Cab May-June
Shakespeare April and December
The National Artist exhibited his new collection of wall art in carpet form, in collaboration with Abitare Internazionale and Moooi Carpets last May.
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A guerilla theater-staging of RD3RD, a new play based on Shakespeare's Richard III and inspired by current events, as well as a talk at Manila House by Prof. Judy Ick
Kevin Kwan August Founding Member and bestselling author Kevin Kwan talked about Rich People Problems, the latest novel in the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy that chronicles the lifestyles of Asia's super-rich and sometimes famous.
Ten Days of Art February Manila House was honored to be named one of the satellite locations of Art Fair Philippines 2017
2017 Highlights A look at the year that was through some of our most exciting events
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IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT
Junior Members Mixer March and June A fun-filled evening for our Members under 30 years of age, complete with a bowling lane, courtesy of MoĂŤt et Chandon.
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Jon Santos June The irrepressible comedian delivered an outstanding performance which saw him taking on characters such as Imelda Marcos, Dionisia Pacquiao and Pia Wurtzbach.
Manuel Teodoro February
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The Colombian-Filipino broadcast journalist presented his documentary in corruption in Latin America and was joined by veteran journalist, Marites Vitug, Supreme Court Justice Marvic Leonen and Chilean Charge d' Affaires Camilo Sanhueza for a panel discussion.
Victor Magsaysay June
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The French-Filipino Chef introduced his chic carinderia cuisine during his popular stint as a guest chef in Manila House
Pizza-Making November We had a full house of children who donned aprons and made their own margherita pizzas under the guidance of our Chefs.
Christine Allado March Currently starring in Hamilton, the singing sensation opened the Intramuros Ballroom with a riveting concert together with The Manila Symphony Orchestra and special guest star, Martin Nievera.
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Viva Italia! A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, Lorrie Reynoso gave a much-awaited cooking demo to a packed class at Manila House last October. She shared her recipes for quick and tasty Italian dishes that could be easily prepared at home.
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orrie’s passion for food and lifelong career was carved out for her at an early age, having come from a large family well-renowned in the Philippine culinary scene. She is currently a Chef Instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE), Professional Career and Recreational Division. Prior to ICE, she also taught Culinary Arts at the Art Institute of New York for 21 years. Lorrie’s wide gastronomic diversity has been enhanced with extensive travelling, and with Professional Courses at The Italian Institute of Advanced Culinary and Pastry Arts, Calabria, International School for Food and Wine, Bologna, Culinary Institute of America, Asian Cuisine at the Art Institutes in Sacramento and Denver, and at the Royal Thai School of Culinary Arts in Thailand.
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IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT
CLASSIC B R U S C HE TTA
PE NNE WI TH MUSHR O O M TR UFFL E SAUCE
C OC ON U T PAN N A C OT TA WIT H F RESH F RU IT GARN ISH
Serves 12
Serves 8-10
Serves 12
METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 425 F. Slice baguette bread 1/2 inch thick on the bias. Brush bread lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper. Toast 6-8 minutes, turning once, until crisp and golden. Allow to cool. Get a big piece of peeled, raw garlic and rub the top side of toasted bread. Set aside. 2. For the topping, mix everything together and season to taste. Allow at least an hour or longer for flavors to blend. 3. Right before serving, top each toast with a spoonful of tomato/basil mixture. Serve immediately.
METHOD 1. Heat a sautĂŠ pan and add the butter. Add sliced mushroom and garlic and sautĂŠ for a few minutes. Add the white wine or Marsala to pan. Allow
METHOD 1. In a pot, simmer the coconut milk, cream and sugar, stirring well until sugar melts and mixture is hot. 2. Combine the water & gelatin in a small bowl until it "blooms." 3. Add the "bloomed" gelatin mixture to the hot mixture. stir well, making sure all gelatin has melted. 4. Pour mixture into individual molds and chill until set. 5. Prepare some sweet diced fruits (like mangoes, peaches). 6. Unmold the panna cotta and top with diced fruits. Serve immediately.
INGREDIENTS 1/2 loaf baguette bread 350 g (1/3 kilo) ripe tomatoes 2 tsp minced garlic 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced salt and freshly ground pepper to taste extra-virgin olive oil for brushing bread 1 whole garlic for rubbing salt and pepper to taste
INGREDIENTS 600-750 g of mushrooms, preferably assorted (white button, oyster, portobello, shiitake)- sliced 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic 1/2 stick butter 1/3 cup white wine or Marsala wine 1 cup cream salt and pepper to taste 2-4 tbsp truffle oil 1 package penne pasta (500 g)
to reduce by simmering 3 minutes. Add the cream. Simmer for about 5 minutes, seasoning to taste. Turn off the heat, add the truffle oil to taste. 2. Boil lots of salted water and cook penne until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup pasta water before straining. Add hot penne to the sauce. Toss.
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INGREDIENTS 10 oz (1 1/4 cups) coconut milk, shake can well before opening 2 cups cream 1/4 cup sugar 3 tbsp Knox Unflavored Gelatin, (use 4 envelopes) 1/4 cup water
IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT
Innovation Today @ Manila House Last month, we hosted Paris de l’Etraz, PhD, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Managing Director of the Venture Lab at IE Business School in Madrid, at the launch of Monday Minds @ Manila House, in conjunction with the Applied Innovation Institute from Silicon Valley
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aris de l’Etraz spoke about how innovation has changed today from the past and why today customers are more often seeking better experiences and outcomes than better products or services. "Thirty years ago when you bought a Swiss watch you were buying the best timepiece or product that was the most accurate and long lasting. Today, we are not buying a better product as in most cases a twenty dollar Chinese quartz gives better time. Today we are buying an experience and status that goes with our watch and we don`t care anymore if it is the best product. Similarly, if you have an iPhone, you have a relationship with your phone and you don't care if it is the best technology or the best value for money." Today’s consumers are seeking meaning in the products and services they buy and Big Data is making it easier to engage with customers than ever before. The Innovator of today needs not only IQ but increasingly EQ or emotional intelligence which is what the leading-edge employers are demanding from their new employees. April Ong Vaño, from the Applied Innovation Institute in the Philippines, later moderated a fireside chat between Prof. de l’Etraz and Henry Motte Muñoz, CEO of the Philippine startup, EdukasyonPH. Join us every month as Monday Minds brings our membership closer to understanding not only what innovation and entrepreneurship is today, but also what investment opportunities exist in the Philippines that can allow us to see startups as an attractive asset class.
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FO O D A N D DRIN K
Now Serving New lunch specials on the menu
PR I X F IXE D IN NER
B ENTO B OXES
In a rush? Come to The Grill for a tasty yet reasonably priced Executive Lunch that includes an appetizer, choice of entreĂŠ, and dessert.
If Japanese is your thing, we have a variety of bento boxes to choose from for a complete and satisfying meal at Issho.
O P EN IN G H O U RS ANA HAW 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 8:00 am - 2:00 am BONI FA CI O DI N IN G 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 11:00 am to midnight ISS HO J A PA NE S E RE S TAU RAN 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 GR 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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Fitness Talk: Introducing Lagree Lagree Fitness, the new full-body workout that burns fat and sculpts lean muscle faster than any other fitness programme using the Megaformer, a state of-the-art spring resistance trainer, is taking Manila by storm. Janie Hale of Elev8 Studio, who brought Lagree to the country, introduces this revolutionary workout to Manila House Members, with an exclusive special 15% discount of packages. Members: Free | Guests: P500 18
J A N U A RY 2018
S AT U R D AY 1 3 , 1 0 A M
T U E S D AY 1 6 , 6 P M
T U E S D AY 2 3 , 6 P M
W E D N E S D AY 3 1 , 6 P M
Lego Education Workshop For Kids
Art Talk: Roberto Robles
Happiness and Mindfulness: A Body, Mind and Soul Session
Botero in Asia
Our monthly LEGO Education Activities continue, with two separate age-appropriate sessions conducted by iCreate Café and facilitated by qualified trainers. Open to children aged 2-12 Price per child: P600 for a two-hour session
M O N D AY 1 5 , 6 P M
Monday Minds @ Manila House
Our regular monthly networking sessions continue, in which we discuss the most disruptive business and startup topics of the day. A former CIA Intelligence Officer, Professor Milo Jones of IE Business School in Madrid is our guest speaker. Members: Free | Guests: P500
The master abstractionist does a walkthrough with commentary of his exhibit on-show at Manila House through January.
The Art of Living presents guest lecturer Patti Montella, a highly sought-after global trainer and the author of “How to Be Peaceful, for an Hour, a Day or a Lifetime.” She discusses effective ways to breathe, meditate and connect as a means of managing the stress of daily life in a healthy and organic way. Members: P500 | Guests: P1000 Advance booking essential
M O N D AY 2 2 , 5 : 3 0 P M
Diet 101: The Healthy Diet
Dr. Stan A. Chua of the BioBalance Institute discusses everything you need to know about diets and how to eat for optimal health and energy. He also presents different diet hacks to keep you on track. Members: Free | Guests: P500
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Kids' Cooking Class: Sushi
We’re on a roll! Our chefs show kids the quick and easy to way to make sushi with fish, fruit and vegetables that the whole family will enjoy! Price per child: P800 Inclusive of ingredients Advance booking required 19
Fernando Botero Zea, the son of the great Colombian artist Fernando Botero, introduces his father’s work in a fireside chat moderated by Mariles Gustilo of the Ayala Museum. Presented together with Philippine Tatler and Asia Society.
EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
Children's Corner
We have a basket of toys, games and coloring materials to keep children entertained over the weekend. Please check with Reception.
To book your place at all events, we highly recommend that you email us beforehand at events@manilahouseinc.com