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FEDERAL LAND TOPS TOWER 1 OF THE GRAND MIDORI ORTIGAS DEVELOPMENT

Federal Land, Inc. celebrates another milestone with the topping off ceremony of The Grand Midori Ortigas Tower 1. The event marks the structural completion of the first tower of the development — a testament to Federal Land’s commitment to stay on target for the handover and delivery of its projects. Designed by world-renowned Japanese architectural firm Tange Associates, The Grand Midori Ortigas offers premium Zen living in the heart of thriving Ortigas Center. The development is set to launch its second...

CONDO SECURITY 101: 7 BEST PRACTICES TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE

There is no doubt that condos are excellent real estate investments. You’ll typically find them in accessible areas, enjoy their wellness amenities, and most of all—give you peace of mind because they’re safe.  No wonder many Filipinos invest in condos because individual units and the entire building have safety measures you’ll appreciate. When you live in a condominium, you’ll see security guards safeguarding entrances, CCTV cameras installed in every hall, and fire detection and suppression systems in place....

THE SEASONS RESIDENCES: A TESTAMENT TO PHILIPPINES-JAPAN’S ENDURING FRIENDSHIP

It was a long, colorful, storied journey for both countries which eventually led to the two countries formalizing diplomatic relations in 1956. And the rest, as they say, is history. Centuries later, it is a bond that is stronger than ever, “ties that have gone from strength to strength,” as the Philippine Embassy in Japan Chargé d’Affaires Robespierre Bolivar said. A testament to this is a piece of Japan in the Philippines, right in the heart of the metro, The Seasons Residences in...

7 FAMILY-FRIENDLY QUEZON CITY NEIGHBORHOODS TO LIVE IN

Once the capital city of the Philippines, Quezon City has long been a premier location in Metro Manila because of its proximity to renowned malls, business centers, government offices, and schools.  The city’s real estate landscape experiences high demand, so families looking to live in Quezon City may need help determining which neighborhood to choose. Read on for a shortlist of the most family-friendly communities in Quezon City!

7 Family-Friendly Neighborhoods in Quezon City

Since Quezon City is the largest city in...

MARCO POLO PLAZA CEBU INTRODUCES NEW HAI SHIN LOU CHEF

With over 20 years of experience at the helm of various Chinese restaurants in Malaysia, Australia, Philippines, and China, Chef Kenny Yong Tze Hin will now lead the Chinese culinary team of Marco Polo’s Cantonese specialty restaurant Hai Shin Lou. Chef Kenny has long been fascinated by the delicate nuances of Cantonese cuisine. He started as a budding young cook in 1992 at the Hotel Equatorial’s famous Golden Phoenix in Kuala Lumpur. His culinary skills were honed working with the seasoned...

LOOK: WHAT’S INSIDE DAISO’S NEW BRANCH IN MITSUKOSHI MALL

Have you been to the Mitsukoshi mall in Bonifacio Global City? There are quite a few eats to look forward to—from the mall’s supermarket’s sushi bar, Matcha Tokyo’s famous matcha beverages and pastries, and Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory’s newly-launched doughnuts. Since the mall is not completely occupied yet, there’s always something new to look forward to. One of the new places that opened in the establishment is Daiso Japan, the famous 100-yen shop franchise in Japan. And just in case you...

THIS JAPANESE LUXURY FASHION BRAND IS FINALLY OPENING ITS DOORS IN BGC

Travel often to the Land of the Rising Sun, or just love Japanese pop culture and fashion with a burning passion? You’d likely be familiar with Snidel, the clothing brand known for their diverse range of pieces—some dressy, some more on the functional side, all incredibly versatile and fashion-forward. And we know, we know, getting a handle on your budgeting is probably on your New Year’s resolutions list, but you’ll want to get your wallets ready as we spotted a boardup...

ALL THE IMPORTED JAPANESE DESSERTS AND DESSERT LIQUORS AT MITSUKOSHI FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

What are your plans for Valentine’s Day? Are you dining out or staying in? If you’re choosing to spend it in the private, more intimate space of your home, you can make the celebration sweeter with the rare bottles of liquor and desserts at the Nukumori Valentine’s Fair at Mitsukoshi Mall Bonifacio Global City. Nukumori Valentine’s Fair, hosted by Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), highlights the similarities between Japan and the Philippines when it comes to their love language: food. The...