Salon Series 3.

It's been a while since I attended a fashion show but when I got an invite from Salon, Series 3, there was no doubt that I would be there. 

Five top designers namely, Cesar Gaupo, Lulu Tan Gan, Rhett Eala, Joey Samson and Dennis Lustico  showcased their 2015 Collection at SM Aura.

The show was directed by Robby Carmona of Saga Events and organized by Carmina S. Jacob. 

The weather was playing tricks on all of us in the morning....but eventually, it was a perfect outdoor setting.

First up, Cesar Gaupo. Brilliant, just brilliant.

My moment with THE Cesar Gaupo. 

Joey Samson did an amazing collection that I am pretty sure is now sold out. Please watch the very short vids of his models doing their thing. 

Janina, Joey and yours truly. 

I was very excited to see what Lulu and Jessica Tan Gan created for this show and when it came out, I was thrilled at how beautiful, light and easy her collection is. 

Joel, Lulu and your bloggerina. 

Rhett Eala is a whole lot of fun. His pieces are breathtaking with funk. Hard to combine the two but he does it so well. 

My gang with Rhett!

And last but not the least, Dennis Lustico's black and white collection. WOW.

Charisse Chuidian, Dennis Lustico, Jacqueline and I. 

To all the designers, organizers and production crew,

CONGRATULATIONS 

for a very successful show. 

Can't wait for Salon Series 4. 

Happy to be with my forever date, Jacqueline.

After the show, it was selfie crazy time with Joel Nunez and Ria Bolivar. 

Nobu Manila Unfolds.

The food was simple and delicious. 

I swear I could have had three servings of the Signature Sashimi Trio (tuna tataki cilantro, yellowtail jalapeno, white fish dry miso). Make sure you order these when dining in Nobu.

The most popular Black Cod with Nasu Miso and paper thin vegetables. (Wish I had a better photo)

Wagyu Short Ribs and Crispy Mushroom Salad. 

Miso Banana Bar for dessert. 

The event would not have been as successful as it was without these two. 

Director of the show, Robby Carmona and the host, Iza Calzado. So proud of you guys. 

Jarlath Lynch was my GM when I was assigned in our shop in EDSA Shangri-la Hotel. I am so glad to have reconnected with him. 

Love how Grace Ang wears her Jul B. Dizon diamond and lapiz lazuli tassel earrings. Always happy to see you and honey.

Charisse Chuidian, Mia Borromeo and yours truly. 

As for Robert de Niro? Well, Every single person was trying to get a photo with him and I kinda felt bad that he had no space to breath so this is the closest I got to him. I am sure he is used to it and I envy those who have photos with him...

...but I think that this event is more about Chef Nobu more than Uncle Bobby.  I am happy he had a moment to have a photo with me.

Special thanks to Dennis Lustico for my purple dress and to Ivarluski Aseron for my hair (yup, you read right, Ivar did my hair for the night). 

Thank you Charisse and Erika for always thinking of me!

CONGRATULATIONS NOBU HOTEL, MANILA!

Fiesta By The Bay.

Frank Briones sent over an invitation and the Dizon sisters all agreed to attend the event. Maybe it is because of the promise of good food or maybe because it is Frank and knowing him, there will be plenty of cute guys around. 

True enough, the place was filled with food stations, about a dozen lechons from different restaurants, bite sized goodness being passed around by hundreds of waiters who were all happy to serve (it is an SM Supermalls' event after all). There was a live band, dancers and a lot of entertainment for the guests. It truly was a FIESTA by the bay. 

Never seen so much lechon in one party before. 

Congratulations to SM SUPERMALLS to a very successful event. 

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Bumped into my cousin, Chuvaness and together, we checked out what the buffet was REALLY all about..... and saw that it was good. 

Thank you for the photos Ate! 

Jonathan and your bloggerina. Photo by Fifi Wong

Napo Junquera. Photo by CVS.

Photo by CVS.

Manila and Madrid Meet at The Pen.

A special dinner was prepared by Michelin Star Chef Mario Sandoval and Filipino culinary ambassador, Chef Myrna Segismundo at Old Manila of The Peninsula Manila last Saturday. 

The guests were served a six-course dinner that tickled our palate with Filipino and Spanish dishes. 

Sopas Bulalo Sa Biyas ng Baka

Erizo de Mar con Laminas de Trufa Negra

Cococha de Atun, Compota de Tamarillo y Crujiente de Tapenade

Asadong Kordero

Sorbete de Almendras Tiernas con Yuzu y Sopa de Fresa Asada

Maharlikang Tsokolate

Cheers to happy tummies!

The girls didn't mind the food coming out a bit late. Here we are stealing Chef Mario for an Instagram opportunity.  Follow him on IG @chefsandoval

Your bloggerina, Jane Dee, Chef Mario Sandoval, Kaye Tinga and Steffie Chong.

When Chef Jill Sandique came out, we also grabbed the opportunity to capture the moment. I absolutely love her Pistachio Sans Rival (call 7217022 to order). 

Chad Alarcon, Chef Jill Sandique, yours truly and Tim Yap.

Not only was it a night filled with good food, it was also a time to catch up with great friends.

Cindy Yang

Tim Yap

After dinner, we followed SFV to Salon De Ning for a night cap and 70's- 80's music. 

To the most gracious host, thank you SFV.

Steffie and GM Sonja Vodusek

A moment to exchange juicy stories with Chad Alarcon, Arnel Patawaran and Hector Reyes. 

A photo so celebrate the decision of Mario Katigbak to join the Instagram world. 

A Very Short Story:

Friday night.....

 

Saturday night.....

Monday morning......

Someone please tell Chef to stop stalking me....

The End.