A New Year welcome in black and white
For decades — almost since it was founded in 1920 — Casino Español de Cebu, the premier club of the island where friends meet friends and where families get together with others, has always celebrated…
Cebu’s best-dressed ladies
An exceptionally well-donned lady is one who dresses up appropriately for all occasions — day and night. While she focuses on self-care, she endeavors to plan her smart, properly fitted outfits -- always well-groomed in…
Bezza’s transformative, no-fuss outfits
There was a palpable buzz all over the MSY Penthouse for the much-anticipated evening’s fashion show. As patrons readied themselves in their seats, there was chatter and more chatter in the air that only made…
Two birthdays at the city sports club
Chief Pathologist Randolph Libres has so much to be thankful for. Being recently appointed as the Chief Pathology Resident of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Cebu Doctors University Hospital, he celebrated his…
Spreading holiday smiles
The Seda Central Bloc Cebu recently unveiled a Christmas tree adorned with pastel candies, glistening lights and whimsical decorations. The candy-themed sugary and magical fairyland ambiance aims to ignite the childlike wonder within everyone, making the holiday…
Vincent and Jane unite in style
After an 11-year relationship, Jane Chua and Vincent Garcia were married at the modern Chapel of San Pedro Calungsod, the church of 100 walls. Their love story, unlike the typical tale of sparks and love…
Radisson Blu’s blue Christmas tree
Radisson Cebu Blu Hotel officially welcomed the merriest season through the annual lighting of the 32-foot traditional blue Christmas tree — one of the tallest in the city — at its massive lobby lounge. On…
Our expression of gratitude
With my Spanish-Filipino upbringing — though familiar with American holidays — my family did not commemorate Thanksgiving until my husband and I returned to Cebu in 1977. Since then, we have celebrated the day, without fail, with…
Water front and Sheraton light up Cebu for Christmas
Various hotels and resorts had their Christmas tree lighting ceremony around Cebu as the festive spirit and spark within the city has been ignited once again. The Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino, mindful of…
Three decades of Shangri-La
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu, a lush and luxurious garden retreat within the island, recently spiritedly celebrated its 30th anniversary with the theme 30 Years of Tropical Elegance: A Pearl in Paradise. The affair was attended by esteemed…