IT’S the world’s favorite time of the year, and Richmonde Hotel Ortigas has created a collection of freshly baked sweet treats to make the Christmas season even more exciting.
Coffeeholic Cake
Apple Jalousie
Available at the hotel’s Lobby Café until January 6, 2019, are yummy cakes and pastries that are not just great when enjoyed personally but are also meant to be shared with loved ones and friends. Richmonde’s assortment of lip-smacking goodies, which come packaged with Christmas trimmings at very reasonable prices, includes mocha-flavored, 4-inch round Coffeeholic Cake (Php250); cinnamon-spiced Apple Jalousie (Php235); and a can of assorted cookie nibblers such as white cranberry, rocky road and peanut butterscotch (Php280).
Pane Bianco
The Lobby Café also carries specialty breads, namely Pistachio Double Cream Cheese (Php255), Banana Walnut (Php285), Cinnamon Cluster (Php220), Salted Swirl (Php280) and Pane Bianco (Php185).
Mini Ensaymadas come in fours at Php220
Don’t forget the hotel’s signature pastries—the oversized Richmonde Ensaymada (from Php185), which comes in plain, ube, salted egg and quezo de bola flavors; as well as the Richmonde Chocolate Cake decked in holiday style (from Php215). Incidentally, the Richmonde Ensaymada is now also available in mini sizes at Php220 for four pieces.
The complete collection of holiday goodies from Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is available off the shelf at the Lobby Café until January 6, 2019, but it is best to call (632) 638-7777 to inquire or order. Bulk orders have to be placed two days in advance.
(Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is located at 21 San Miguel Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City.)
BE beguiled by the delightful treats awaiting guests at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel this Christmas season.
Available until January 6, 2019, the wide selection of holiday goodies is a feast for all the senses. Special holiday goodies created just for this festive season include Christmas Morning (gingerbread yule log cheesecake) at Php995, Chunky Monkeys (banana bread with snow glaze) at Php255, Santa’s Little Helper (cranberry oat cookies) at Php205 for seven pieces, Sugar Crush (designer gingerbread cookies) at Php175 for four pieces, Recuerdo (pistachio caramel bar and pecan brownies) at Php465 per box, Sugar & Spice (walnut crunch) at Php985 for 160 grams, and Esmeralda (gingerbread gypsy wagon) at Php455.
Yule Log Cheesecake
Cranberry Oat Cookies
Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s spreads, bars and walnuts
You can also pair freshly baked Ear of Corn (multigrain baguette) at Php370 and Challa Jamon (braided Jewish bread with ham) at Php565, with Eastwood Richmonde’s homemade jams and spreads. They include such unique creations as Almond Cookie Butter, Oreo Crumb and Roasted Pimiento Spreads; as well as Burnt Sugar and Tomato Jam, plus Onion Marmalade (the smallest is at Php95 per 115 grams.
The Flowerpot Cookie, which recently won the Gold Medal in the 12th National Food Showdown Competition for Pastry Chef de Partie Richelle Ann Bautista, makes its first appearance this season. Priced at Php135 per flower pot, this creative dessert is made of vanilla and chocolate chip cookie dough, raspberry jam, chocolate ganache and pistachio bits, and packed in a dainty flower pot.
The Flower Pot Cookie
Other options are Richmonde’s signature pastries all dressed up for the holidays—Richmonde Ensaymadas in Plain and Ube variants (Php160 per piece), as well as mini versions in Salted Egg & Ham flavor (Php555 for nine pieces), plus moist and fudgy Richmonde Chocolate Cake (from Php195).
To order, call (632) 570-7777 or email erhfbsec@richmonde.
(Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is located at 17 Orchard Road, Eastwood City, Bagumbayan, Quezon City.)
THIS Christmas, Diamond Hotel Philippines sets up the perfect holiday table for guests who come to dine in any of its food outlets. Aiming to provide guests with memorable and stress-free yuletide festivities with family and friends, the hotel’s talented chefs have taken upon themselves to do their magic in the kitchen to create well-curated holiday feasts, be it buffets or set meals.
At Corniche, which is a buffet restaurant, a smorgasbord of appetizers, meats, seafood, pasta, salads and desserts always await diners for all the special days of the yuletide season. Lunch Buffet is available for Php2,980 nett per person with entertainment by a pianist on December 24, 2018, while live entertainment comes in the form of a trio instrumentalist and a magician on December 25. On Christmas Eve, the Dinner Buffet is available at Php3,380 nett per person with entertainment by a trio instrumentalist and a magician, while on Chistmas Day, the luscious Dinner Buffet, also priced at Php3,380 nett per person, comes with live entertainment by a pianist at the Upper Lobby.
Enjoy Assorted Sushi, Grilled Salmon and Hotate Teppan Style at Yurakuen this Christmas
Over at Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant, guests can have a delectable Japanese feast for Christmas Eve (December 24) and Christmas Day (December 25). Japanese Lunch or Dinner Set Menu is set at Php7,980 nett for four persons and Php10,880 nett for six persons.
Mont Blanc, Baked Cheesecake, Mango Hazelnut Cake and The Tree are must-tries at the Lobby Lounge
Relax with a cup of drip coffee, fragrant teas, wines and an assortment of pastries and desserts at the Lobby Lounge. A Lunch or Dinner Set Menu, priced at Php1,680 nett per person, is accompanied by live entertainment by a magician on December 24 and 25, 2018.
Cheese Board and Wine are a perfect match at Bar 27
It’s party all night—and day—at Bar 27, located up high on the 27th floor of the hotel. It’s the perfect place to chill with a cold bottle of beer or a refreshing cocktail, enjoyed with a full view of the glimmering city below. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Bar 27 offers a consumable holiday treat for Php1,100 per person for a night full of singing and dancing with the bar’s special live entertainment.
For inquiries and reservations, call (632) 528-3000 extension 1121.
(Diamond Hotel Philippines is locatedat Roxas Blvd. corner Dr. J. Quintos St., Manila; with telephone number (632) 528-3000.)
Welch’s Sparkling White Grape Juice and Sparkling Red Grape Juice for Christmas
IT’S Christmastime, and it is one big celebration—with all those parties, reunions and family get-togethers. So bring out the bubbly, start pouring, and let’s party!
But what about the kids? With Welch’s line of Sparkling Juices, the kids can join in the fun!
Welch’s Sparking Non-alcoholic is so light and refreshing even kids will enjoy them
These light, refreshing and bubbly drinks simulate the drinking pleasure that Champagne and other bubblies give, but since they are non-alcoholic and fruit-based, they are safe for the kids to drink. No intoxication is likely to happen.
They come in two variants—Welch’s Sparkling Non-alcoholic Red Grape Cocktail Juice and Welch’s Sparkling Non-alcoholic White Grape Cocktail Juice—and are both made from the freshest Concord and Niagara grapes.
Carrying a long tradition of real grape goodness for every kind of celebration with loved ones, especially during special occasions such as Christmas, Welch’s Sparkling Red Grape Juice and Sparkling White Grape Juice can also be combined with other beverages to create a myriad of fizzy mocktails.
A product of the United States of America, Welch’s products are available in supermarkets and retail stores nationwide.
The 2018 edition of Pan de Manila’s Christmas paper bags features the artwork of Eberle Catampongan
SINCE 2008, Pan de Manila has featured works of up-and-coming local artists in its paper bags during Christmastime.
The annual Christmas paper bag tradition lives on this Christmas season with the artworks of 38-year-old artist Eberle Catampongan, who hails from Antipolo and studied architecture at the Technological Institute of the Philippines. A member of the Art Circle Gallery, he is a proud apprentice of his father-in-law, highly respected artist Tony Mahilum. His background in architecture is reflected in the intricate details seen in structures that he uses as backdrop in the Filipino rustic villages that have become his signature.
Eberle is known for immortalizing heritage landmarks, landscapes and sceneries in the country, even as he focuses on the rich history of the Philippines. For his artwork for Pan de Manila’s 2018 Christmas paper bag, he has created Pasko sa Nayon, a 25″x60″ oil on canvas artwork that conjures up a captivating rustic rural scene that reflects that familiar comforts and sights seen in a barrio community as it eagerly dresses up the town for the holidays. Amid all merry-making preparations is the pure joy and infectious anticipation by both old and young come Christmastime.
In his sweeping visual masterpiece for Pan de Manila, Eberle features traditional elements, such as hanging parols and a church façade (to signify the observance of Simbang Gabi), as well as elements of nostalgia plucked from his own cherished childhood memories.
Artist Eberle Catampongan putting the finishing touches on his ‘Pasko sa Nayon’ oil painting
His artwork now ‘decorates’ Pan de Manila’s Christmas paper bag
“One particular childhood recollection that I included in this artwork is the caroling scene, one that showed how I, as a child, enjoyed serenading homes with Pamasko jingles along with my neighbors. I also portrayed the bustling scene in the barrio during this much-celebrated time of the year when rural folks are busy and happily participate in the many festivities that include eating after Simbang Gabi and dressing up their homes. It shows how Filipinos love celebrating the occasion with all those dear to them,” says Eberle.
Pan de Manila’s Christmas paper bags in different sizes
The artist also sees his work as a reflection of how Filipinos come together during this joyous season. Says he: “It reminds us of the togetherness and love shared among the family and the genuine camaraderie in the community as everyone excitedly looks forward to Christmas. I think it’s a message that remains relevant and is very timely to spread today.”
Grateful for being chosen as featured artist by Pan de Manila, Eberle considers it as one of his biggest achievements.
“The most appreciated underlying aspects of Pan de Manila’s project would be its way of giving artists the opportunity to express, through brushstrokes, the true spirit of Christmas. Through this initiative, artists are given the opportunity to showcase and immortalize timeless Filipino values and love for the family. I wish Pan de Manila more success as they passionately continue this project so that more artists will be given the opportunity to touch people through their talent,” he adds.
Pan de Manila’s Pan de Coco comes in a roll
Cinnamon Bun
Spanish sardines in different variants
Pan de Manila’s tarts, from top: Leche Flan Tart, Macapuno Tart and Almond Tart
Pan de Manila also sells unique beverage mixes like Chocolate con Leche
Pan de Manila’s Christmas paper bags, which come in different sizes, are used to package freshly baked breads, tarts, pastries, spreads and bottled items.
