MEGA Pinoy Pride, 2013.

A few days before the MEGA Pinoy Pride, Omar Ermita said to me, "The bigger the hair, the smaller the face." So on the night of the Pinoy Pride, I put a can of mousse on my hair and started curling it with my curling iron. After I curled it, I put hairspray, a liter of it. After that was done, as I was waiting for my ride, I decided to curl it even more. I was targeting the "bigger hair" thing. At last, I had to leave only to see my hair still a bit flat. Sure, it has a few curls but I wanted MORE!!!

So Omar, this is for you.

I had my usual date with me, Jacqueline, and she wore an old lace dress that belonged to my Mom. 

I had my dress made the day before by my seamstress. 

Janina wore a Rajo Laurel and Lucille, a Noel Crisostomo. 

On our way up, we spotted Puey Quinones, who was one of the YDC mentors. 

Mario Katigbak, Grace and Felix Ang.

Maco Custodio and Ruby Gan. 

My dear Robby Carmona who was finally a guest and not behind the director's chair. Here he wore a Rajo Man suit. 

My two loves. 

Ferdi Salvador, Jenni Epperson and yours truly. 

Here comes the gang. (L-R) Dennis Lustico, Janina, Tim Yap, moi, Lucille and Maco. 

Tim, lead singer of Callalily, Kian Cipriano. 

The power of the Magalona Family (Frank, Saab, Clara and Maxene) with Mike Carandang, Giselle T. Walters and me. 

Elmo Magalona and Jacqueline.

Janina and Pia. 

Nicole Whisenhunt and Kai Lim. 

Tetta Ortiz wears Randy Ortiz. Here they are together. 

Sweet tooth, Rhian Ramos with her sweetie, KC Montero. 

Ms. Phoemela Barranda wears a Rhett Eala. 

Small Laude who wears a Jul Dizon earrings is here with Ms. Sari Yap, founder and CEO of ONE MEGA Group. 

My darling Ate Alice Eduardo with the sexy Grace Ang. 

The boys in the hood, Felix Ang, Philip Laude and Victor Aliwalas.

Tim Yap with his harem, Cris, Nicole, Julia, Small and Rufa Mae.

Dong Ronquillo.

Ms. Bianca Gonzalez.

Mr. Cary Santiago.

Always gorgeous, Ms. Cheryl Tiu wears a Puey Quinones. 

Dennis Lustico and Mike Carandang.

Maco Custodio, Junjun Ablaza, Lucille and Janina. 

Tim Yap, me and Cris Albert. 

The Volcanoes, Kenny and Oliver with my Jacqueline.

We were entertained by Ms. Regine Velasquez. 

Mr. Elmo Magalona.

Mr. Jed Madela. 

The creations of the designers. 

The Young Designer winner, Emir Yamamoto. 

Paul and John Herrera won. So happy for you guys. Congratulations!!! 

Congratulations MEGA!!!!! 

World Gourmet Summit 2012!

Lifestyle Asia Named World Gourmet Summit 2012 Partner

Manila, Philippines—April 2012—Lifestyle Asia has been designated as the official Philippine publication partner of the 2012 World Gourmet Summit (WGS). The largest culinary event in Asia, held annually in Singapore, brings together luminaries in the food and wine industry. Renowned chefs, vintners and epicures converge in the city state to prepare and indulge in exceptional gastronomy.

The summit was launched 16 years ago and has since grown to become Asia’s most awaited epicurean event, billed as the “Oscars of food and wine.” Over the years, an international roster Pof Michelin starred and celebrity chefs have collaborated to bring the best of eastern and western sensibilities to the table. These have included Ferran Adrià, Anthony Bourdain, Pierre Hermé, Anne-Sophie Pic and Curtis Stone.

Food enthusiasts not only get to dine in some of the best tables in Singapore with food prepared by the culinary greats, there is also an opportunity to participate in master classes which they conduct,

This year’s WGS is themed “A Heritage of Flavours: Your Tradition, Our Innovation.” From April 23 to May 3, discriminating palates can take part in intimate dinners with such noted, Michelin-starred chefs as this year’s headliner, the food world’s enfant terrible, Marco Pierre White; stalwart of the nose-to-tail eating movement and creator of the legendary St. Johm Restaurant in London, Fergus Henderson, and revered avant garde chef and founder of El Taller de La Terraza del Casino, Adria’s protégé, Paco Roncero.

Organised by À La Carte Productions (a subsidiary of Peter Knipp Holdings), presented by Citibank, World Gourmet Summit 2012 is supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). Lifestyle Asia will cover the event to bring a vantage perspective highlighting an aspect of living at its finest. The 25-year-old, award-winning monthly is a reference for a discerning readership who turn to the pages for dining, leisure and lifestyle options. The prestige publication of the One Mega Group has consistently ranked as the Philippine’s number one magazine in the luxury market category by the Synovate Media Atlas Report.

This is going to be an magnificent gastronomical event!

For tickets and more information on the World Gourmet Summit, visit worldgourmetsummit.com

Green Couture on MEGA.

Thank you to MEGA for featuring GREEN COUTURE on it's June issue.

MEGA Pinoy Pride, The Ballroom.

A display of famous TERNOs welcomed the guests. It made me imagine what it was like back then when people used to dress like this on a daily basis.





The table set up is something that my Mom would love. Bravo to the event stylist!





Musikito performed for the crowd. I was hoping that by now, this group would be a little bit better. A year of practice should make a big difference. But it is still good to see kids so dedicated to their music.



The event was hosted by the witty Tim Yap and stunning Angel Aquino.


Manny Poohkyaw shared some laughs with the guests.


Appetizers were presented so uniquely well!




The 5 course-meal was incredible. The way it was styled, cooked and served is something that Makati Shangri-la should be proud of. I have always loved the way this hotel showcases their food. Not only is it beautiful, it is almost always delicious.







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