Lifestyle & Features

Pablo Tariman’s second book, Encounters in the Arts, is due for release in January 2025. With introduction by writer Jose Dalisay, the book has 586 pages with profiles and reportage on the country’s leading artists from music, opera, literature and cinema. The book author with Cecile Licad after the March 19 Met concert. Leading the personages in music are Cecile Licad, …

Tagaytay is a breeze. Lots of sun. Long, short drives. It even rains in the afternoon. Atop the mountain city, it’s the view downhill that makes Tagaytay exciting-—and expensive. Lots are said to run into millions along the ridge, where the view of Taal Lake and the world’s smallest volcano is majestic, to say the least. More than the topsoil, …

The Quezon City Film Commission (QCFC) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) officially launched the Young Creative Challenge (YC2) Film Lab through a formal Ceremonial Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held   December 12 at the Dengcar Theater, Mowelfund Plaza, Quezon City. This landmark initiative, part of the Malikhaing Pinoy Program, is set to redefine Filipino creativity in the …

Like a fable come to life, AlBarakah, the new go-to name in authentic halal food in the country, was recently launched in the Philippines with an exotic Arabian Nights-themed celebration at Crowne Plaza in Ortigas Center. Dubbed “An Arabian Nights Feast,” the glitzy event had guests decked out in their finest traditional Muslim attire as they sampled AlBarakah’s stellar offerings. …

BGYO has dropped a new song called “Andito Lang,” inspired by its members, Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate’s strong bond as a group and their collective experiences. Their latest single is a testament to being there with friends and loved ones when times are tough. It was written by BGYO member Mikki together with Chris Lopez aka Moophs with …

“Jose Rizal,” the 1998 historical film produced by GMA Pictures, has been digitally restored and remastered for a new generation of audiences. The cinematic masterpiece will be available on Netflix Philippines beginning on Rizal Day, December 30.  The 1998 film classic, helmed by the late director Marilou Diaz-Abaya and written by Ricky Lee, Jun Lana and Peter Ong Lim, is …

This season, how about gifting your home with the coolest new gadget that will keep you connected at 5G speeds while perfectly complementing your interiors?  Globe AT HOME is taking home connectivity to the next level with the launch of its groundbreaking 5G WiFi using wireless technology. Designed to deliver high-speed internet without the hassle of wires or complicated installations, …

Speaking like an enlightened pastor, Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) president Dr. Cecilio  K. Pedro urged his audience of media persons to focus only on good news, celebration of love and grace not only during this Christmas season but throughout our lives. “It is our duty to love our country, to help improve it. …

Having survived a life-threatening condition some years back, Kim Atienza stands as a perfect poster boy for advocates of healthy living and wellness. The veteran broadcaster walks the talk. He swims, he runs, he bikes, he lifts weights. He takes care of his health by taking health supplements. On top of all that, he enjoys life to the fullest with …

Chef Paul John Pamaran Zamora Planning to include the all-time favorite Spanish paella in your Filipino-themed Noche Buena? Chef Paul John Pamaran Zamora of Lulu’s Pie recommends Bringhe, a classic Filipino dish from Pampanga usually made with sticky rice, chicken, vegetables, and, of course, gata.  Chef Paul, who promotes Filipino culture, hospitality, and warmth through food whenever he can, shares …