50 Must Buys in Manila, the Book.

When Janina Dizon-Hoschka and Michael Salientes put their heads together about shopping, you would think that you need to sell your soul to be able to afford what they think is the hottest thing to have. But from bread to flutes, these guys know the best place to get it. A collaboration between two great shoppers/fashionistas/stylist/tastemakers resulted in a book entitled 50 Must Buys in Manila where they featured products which are ALL LOCALLY MADE. BRAVO FILIPINO!

I also have to mention the tremendous effort of T. Hoschka who was the one who glued the two heads together in the first place.

Some featured artists, designers, products in the book are my friends;

PUEY QUINONES

SUNSHINE PUEY

MICH DULCE

PAUL SYJUCO

BRIAN TENORIO

And of course JUL B. DIZON JEWELLERY

Book launching is on the 20th of December at 2-6 pm in Fully Booked, High Street, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig. This event in itself offers much surprises for those who will purchase a book on the said date. Raffle prizes which are sponsored by the featured products in the book awaits, and yes, you may win a one of a kind, handcrafted, jewelry item from Jul B. Dizon Jewellery! 

So, I say, one of the best buys in Manila right now is none other than the 50 BEST BUYS IN MANILA, the book.

Congratulations to Janina and Michael for providing us in depth information as to where to buy amazing products at the same time support Filipino craftsmanship and artists. 

Raffle prizes are super duper great!! Check them out:

Jul Dizon Jewellery worth P 30,000.00
Jewelmer pearl pendant worth P 30,000.00
Paul Syjuco Jewellery worth P 20,000.00
Arnel Papa Jewellery
2 handpainted Jusi wraps by Puey Quinones worth P 7,000.00 each
Joey Samson shirt
Eairth top
Soumak place mats
Jewelmer book worth P 2800.00 each
Vintage Restore bag worth P 4,500.00
Shampoo and conditioner by Herbal Woman worth P 700.00
Children's toys worth P 500.00
Sacha and the little Man baby clothes worth P 800.00
The Spa burner set worth P 1,500.00
Prizmik and Brill luggage
Buddy Trinidad cake worth P 1,500.00
Sunshine Puey Pengson degustation dinner for 2 worth P6,000.00
Home scent by Gemma Suzara
Barong by F. Trinidad gift certificate
Gift certificate from Sei Salon worth P 1500.00
Gift certificate for a bikini by Ric Vicencio
Hat by Mich Dulce
Barako coffee from Figaro
Organic Skincare by Leyende
Gift certificate to the Devarana Spa at the Dusit
2 Gift certificates by QI Wellness worth P 450.00 each
Christmas decor by Casa Mikael
Cutlery by Elm's Accessoria de Casa
Candles by Alice Blue worth
Stationary by Rina Albert worth
4 Cigar sets by La Flor de la Isabela worth P 1,280.00 each

I am going to try to rig it. For these prizes? I am willing to go to jail! (Bwa hahahah)

Aubergine-ified!

Reminded me of Hell's Kitchen. Students prepared the food and looked a bit tense as the two Austrian Chefs instructed them on what to do. Of course there was no screaming and slamming of fists on the kitchen table but honestly, I was slightly looking forward to some kind of drama to happen. But all I got was pretty darn good food. It looked great, presented very well and tasted yummy.

The bill came after 5 reminders but other than that, it was a pleasant dining experience. For sure, I will be coming back for more. Cris, thank you for this wonderful evening.

The food lovers.



Complimentary dish. Love it.


My order. When I go back, I am definitely ordering this again. DROOOL!!!


Cris' choice. No matter how good the food is, this girl never finishes her order. Tsk tsk tsk.


Michael devoured his lamb shank.


Janina's pick from the ocean.


Our sugar fill for the night.




Reservation is highly suggested.
(632) 8569888
32nd and 5th Building
5th Avenue cor. 32nd Street
Fort Bonifacio 1634 Taguig
Philippines

Rouge, the New Collection.

It was an unforgettable shoot that the team went through. It was at the Janilo Beach Resort owned by production manager, Srdjan Mendoza. It took them 2 days for 20 layouts using 1 model under the scorching heat of Lian, Batangas. Photographer Charles Lu with the help of stylist, Michael Salientes achieved the wonderful photos for Rouge's newest collection. Ria Bolivar, one of Philippine's top model was professional enough to handle 10 make up changes done by Gina Ilanto as hair was perfected by Brenda. The 48 hour shoot was produced by Sarah Ross and assisted by Irvin Fua, Diane Quinones, Jay Chan and Maria Paredes. Designer Puey Quinones made sure that each dress was laid out with utmost care and detail.











For orders and inquiries, please visit www.thecolourred.com

Naughty Turned Wholesome Party!

Event: Janina and Dorothy's Birthday Dinner
Date: Sept. 8, 2007, 7:30 pm
Venue: Hoschka residence



It was a very intimate dinner party to celebrate Janina and Dorothy's birthday. Only very few yet close friends were invited but with the noise that we were all making, it seemed like there were a hundred people in the room. It was most noisy when we were playing charades after dinner. The two teams competed like a gold medal was at stake. There was actually no prize but playing the game after a couple of glasses of wine was quite a challenging experience. My team won, of course. Hihihi.



The house looked great. We should have more parties like this.




Dinner was excellent. Jim Morgan, Dorothy's honey made salad that was mouth watering and soup that was so good that one serving was not enough. Dorothy made the pasta which seemed like I was eating in an authentic Italian restaurant. Everyone enjoyed the food and demanded to take some home.







We had 3 kinds of cakes which made every single sweet tooth extremely happy. Thank you to Stephanie Chong for one of the chocolate cakes and we missed you!





The gang enjoying the food and company. David and Mai Kaufman, Puey Quinones, Joseph de Guzman, Micheal Salientes and Mitzi de Guzman.






During dessert, I accidentally saw something that caught my eye, took the photo and did not stop until each and everyone gave a little bit of something of "themselves" that will surely garner a few more readers of my blog. C'mon, it's not like I forced them. They were very willing subjects. Hihihi.

Dessert will never be the same again.







My favorite photo, PQ and MS showing off their cleavage.


PQ NEVER fails to strike a pose.





SJ said that this table top made the corner look like Jenny was selling cellphones as a sideline. Hihi.


Before going home, Puey decided to style a shoot for the cover of Vanity Fair. Photographed by Paul Syjuco.


To JENNY and DOROTHY, CHEERS!!!

P.S. This is a party that you surely would have enjoyed, (yeah, you know who you are). Miss ya!