Lifestyle & Features

The renowned French designer Coco Chanel once said that fashion is not something that exists in dresses alone. The sky, the streets, ideas, ways of life, and even events all constitute fashion. If one believes that in this age of wearable technology, then even the choice of gadgets and its accessories constitute fashion. 

When we were growing up, we always had that one person we looked up to, one who was—is—greater than the fictional characters we admired. He may not wear a cape, but he sure is our favorite superhero: Dad. On Father’s Day, honor him with a feast that’s just as great as he is, one that’s packed with treats fit for …

Anything made with chocolate has a special place in the hearts of sweets-loving Filipinos. If you are one of them, let us ask you: when was the last time you actually indulged in a heavenly cake made with multiple layers of chocolate? 

By Filane Mikee Cervantes / Philippines News Agency In an effort to promote products made in Taiwan and give Southeast Asians, and Filipinos in particular, a fresh impression of the island-nation, the “Wow! Taiwan Selects Pop-up Store” exhibition began its tour of the region by opening at the Glorietta mall in Makati City last week. 

After showing his latest works at the Love the Earth, Heal the Spirit exhibit at the Hiraya Gallery in Manila in February, respected artist Fernando C. Modesto returns with the second part of that show at the new Hiraya Gallery at the Lobby Lounge Luxe on the mezzanine of the Makati Shangri-La Manila on June 1. 

To celebrate Filipino culture and heritage in June, top luxury hotel Makati Shangri-La, Manila is inviting guests to experience the exquisite pampering offered by “The Grand Getaway: La Filipiniana” vacation package. 

By Azer N. Parrocha / Philippines News Agency Regional heirloom recipes may not be as popular as current food trends, but they continue to exist, thanks to a group of Cavite province-based chefs called the “Culinary Generals.” 

Stories by Filipino speculative-fiction writers are gaining success with Czech publishers, the Czech Embassy in the Philippines reported recently. 

Shangri-La Plaza is home to Metro Manila’s most interesting and in-demand dining destinations that offer a myriad of choices that promise indulgent and unforgettable culinary experiences. 

Seven years after becoming a finalist at a prestigious international art competition in Germany, artist Nasser Lubay is set to open his first solo exhibit, Nursery of Curiosities, at the Arte Pintura Gallery in Mandaluyong City on Sunday. Presented by the Artist Playground, Arte Pintura and Talent Factory Inc., and curated by Philip Almazan Paraan, Nursery of Curiosities will not only …