TOWN and COUNTRY Philippines (Part 1)

Event: Launching of Town and Country in the Philippines
Venue: The Peninsula Manila, Rigodon Ballroom
Date: September 12, 2007, 6:30 pm
Sponsors: The Peninsula Manila, Citigold, Belvedere Vodka, VSOP Hennesy,
Attire: Formal

It is hard to put this event into words so please excuse me when I keep the text short and simple. According to my family, friends and clients who attended, participated and enjoyed the launch of Town and Country Philippines, it is so far, the best party that we have ever been in a long time. I totally agree. You have to try to put yourself in my shoes when I try to describe the scenario, and then double the joy because of the great company and that is exactly how great this event was.

Monique Villonco, Mia Borromeo, Tara Santos of T&C, with the help of Junie Rodriguez (Event Stylist extra-ordinnaire), Stephanie Chong (Events Manager of TPM) and many more made sure to pour out 110% of their creative and professional skills towards making this launch truly a success.

I am not exxagerating when I say that there was nonstop serving of Peninsula Brut champagne, red and white wine, white chocolate truffles with coconut sherbet oozing from inside and pritchon (pork wrapped in tortilla with assorted sauces). There was a carving station which served succulent prime rib, adobo sushi rolls and kare-kare vol-au-vent among other delicious cocktail food passed around by efficient, courteous and well mannered waiters.

The ballroom was decorated by Junie using all things beautiful done in the country. Filipino crafts such as Narra tables and cabinets, capis and assorted shell lamps, woven baskets and furniture are mixed with bags from Celestina, Amina Aranaz, and Bea Valdez. The jewellery industry was also represented by Jul B. Dizon Jewellery, Janina by Jul Dizon, de Capriccio and Wynn Wynn Ong.

If you were invited and decided not to go, BOY, what a wrong move. Anyway, enjoy the pics. (Please see Town and Country Philippines, The FUN part blog)

















I am really not sure how Junie will outdo himself having done something like this but my luck goes to him. To Summit Media's newest baby, Town and Country and all the people behind it and to The Peninsula Manila, my home, I say MABUHAY!

Puey Q. Indulges Women

Event: GUILTY PLEASURES
Venue: Bellevue Manila, 20/20 Bar
Date and Time: August 15, 2007, 7 pm
Sponsors: Jul B. Dizon Jewellery, Bisazza, Hot Pink Lingerie, Smart Infinity, People Asia, Sea Air, Hennesy VSOP
Event Organizer: Pamela Ayson




















The director for the fashion show, Melvin Mojica, poses in front of major sponsor backdrop, BISAZZA, world class tile maker.

The host of the event, former model, Bianca Valero looked stunning that evening.

My soul sistah, Puey Quinones and your blogger.


pueyq@yahoo.com

Manila welcomes Minotti!

Event: Launching of Minotti
Venue: Fort Bonifacio
Catered by: The Peninsula Manila
Date: June 1, 2007
Time: 6:30 - 11:00 pm

A bubble tent was purchased and flew in from Italy and inside showcased the indoor furniture of Minotti, an Italian brand that is now carried by Living Innovations Corp. handled by General Manager, Ferdinand Ong. The bubble tent was a different and unique way to hold an event. The sofas, chairs, bookshelf were carefully and artistically laid out and gave guests a feeling of comfort and style. It was airconditioned which was a welcome relief from the heat and humidity outside. A long red carpet led the way to the entrance of the tent where 4 bouncers would assist everyone to enter. Psychedelic lights would change the images and colors of the usual white material to vivid orange, red, blue and green. A dj and a singer played and sang cool songs to entertain the guests who were checking out the modern yet classy furniture Minotti has to offer.


Outside the tent was another story. Despite the heat, more people opted to lounge around the open air area where illuminated sofas, tables, pots and side tables were spread out strategically making the whole scene look like a James Bond cocktail party. The outdoor furniture are made of polyethylene and are lit by energy saving flourescent bulbs. You may also change the color of the furniture by using a different color of light inside. It gives off a very nice effect and they surely are conversational pieces. Although if lit too long, the chair tends to become a bit hot so if you don't want to slow broil your butt, make sure you get up to mingle every few minutes.


My favorite piece was this Teepee Hut. It would be perfect for my balcony in our farm. A good place to cozy up with a honey under the stars. The material is waterproof yet it can stand the beating rays of the sun. Perfecto!

Of course the able staff of The Peninsula Manila under Events Manager, Stephanie Chong, took care of feeding the VIP guests of Ferdie like Donnie Reyes, Fro Oliva, Puey Quinones, Carmina Sanchez and so many more. Trays of delicious roasted mini potato with red wine braised beef and mushroom ragout, tortilla wrap with chorizo, asparagus, basil and mascarpone, baked shrimp tart, with caramelized onions and ginger, wild mushroom and asparagus vol au vent, with curry hollandaise and gratinated crespelle with spinach, mushrooms and mascarpone. Need I go on? There's more but I think I should stop here to control the noise my stomach is making.

A continous flow of Hennessy V.S.O.P. quenched the thirst of everyone that was there. It is always good to have an over supply of drinks in a party and that is exactly what Hennessy provided. Bravo Hennessy!

I had just arrived that morning from a 3 week vacation. I was contemplating if I should go to this event since I was tired from the long trip but in the end, I was glad not to have missed it. With the great company, food and eyecandy, how can you go wrong?

By the way, I was told that you may rent the furniture pieces for special occasions. Super great idea to have these for a garden or poolside party. For more information, you may call Debbie at the numbers below.

Minotti
Living Innovations Corp.
2nd Floor, Makati Shangri-la Retail Arcade
Ayala Avenue, Makati City
(632) 8302230
(632) 8122649
moduclasse@yahoo.com