Apr 19
CLUB EVENTS
Afternoon Tea & Symphony: The Philippine Suzuki Youth Orchestra
Concert for a Cause
SAT | APRIL 27 | 5 PM | BONIFACIO MAIN DINING
A fundraising concert featuring the young, talented musicians of the Philippine Suzuki Youth Orchestra, who will be kicking off their European tour next month.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
MEMBERS: P3,500
GUESTS: P4,000
Meet The Author: Pat Evangelista
SAT | APRIL 20 | 3PM | LUNA LOUNGE
Why do some people need killing? Author Patricia Evangelista explains why at an exclusive reading from her bestselling book Some People Need Killing.
An interview with the author and an exclusive book signing follows.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
TURNING JAPANESE: Exploring Property Investment Opportunities in Japan
THU & FRI | APRIL 11-12 | 10 AM | MALATE
The Japanese property market is increasingly becoming more attractive to investors.
Explore investment opportunities throughout Japan with PropertyAccess, one of the top real estate companies in Japan with one of the fastest growing property portals in the Philippines.
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BOOZE AND BEATS: International Women's Month
FRI | MAR 15 | 7 PM | AVENUE DECK
Ladies, this one's for you! Join us this March 15 as we jam out to beats by guest DJ Monica and we drink through the night to celebrate International Women's Month.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
Members: P800
Guests: P1,200
TURNING JAPANESE: Exploring Property Investment Opportunities in Japan
FRI & SAT | MARCH 8-9 | 10 AM | MALATE
The Japanese property market is increasingly becoming more attractive to investors.
Explore investment opportunities throughout Japan with PropertyAccess, one of the top real estate companies in Japan with one of the fastest growing property portals in the Philippines.
GRECCE GOLDEN VISA
FRI & SAT | MARCH 8-9 | 10 AM | MALATE
The Japanese property market is increasingly becoming more attractive to investors.
Explore investment opportunities throughout Japan with PropertyAccess, one of the top real estate companies in Japan with one of the fastest growing property portals in the Philippines.
YOGA IS LIFE
SAT | MAR 2 | 5 PM | RIZAL
Experienced and passionate Yoga practitioner, Heman Tandukar, travels to Manila to teach the ways of a yogic lifestyle and inspire people to find their inner peace and achieve their healthiest selves.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
Member: P1,000.00
Guest: 1,200.00
The Best Camera is The One With You: A Mobile Photography Workshop
FEB 17 | SAT | STA. ANA
This photography workshop led by Scott Woodward focuses on the camera that’s always with us — our mobile phone — and how we can get the most out of this storytelling device.
This interactive 3-hour workshop is followed by a short photo walk to practice your new skills and an interactive editing lesson where participants will be guided through a real-time retouching session using only their mobile devices.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
MEMBERS: P5,000.00
GUESTS: P5,500.00
LOVE, JOEY
WEDNESDAY | FEBRUARY 14, 2024 | BONIFACIO MAIN DINING
OPM Icon Joey Albert returns for a one-night only Valentine's Day Concert & Dinner.
Enjoy a three-course meal, with special selections for him and for her, as Joey Albert and special guest, Chad Borja serenade you with romantic hits, soulful tunes, and songs that will have you falling in love all over again.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
MEMBERS: PHP 7,500.00
GUESTS: PHP 8,500.00
*includes concert and sit-down dinner
FIRST LIGHT
A first look at FIRST LIGHT
FEB 6 | TUESDAY | 6:30 PM
FIRST LIGHT is a feature film that revolves around an elderly nun and the events that lead her to question her commitment to the Church and community around her. Written and directed by Australian/Filipino James J. Robinson and produced by Majella, the film features an all-Filipino cast and will be shot in the misty mountains of the Philippines.
Together with Asia Society Philippines, and supported by Screen Australia and the Film Development Council of the Philippines, we invite you to join us in helping FIRST LIGHT become a reality.
The evening aims to bring together individuals interested in film, and to help creative initiatives gain traction and find potential partners.
Seats are limited, please expect a confirmation email regarding your slot.
Investing with Purpose for the Future: Economic Growth, Prosperity, and The Maharlika Wealth Fund
January 31 | Wednesday | 5:00 PM
Designed to advance the Philippines' long-term development goals through the effective intergenerational management of government financial assets, the Maharlika Fund Investment aims to aims to boost the country’s economic growth and social development.
Join us for an exclusive Members Talk presented by Joel Consing, President & CEO of Maharlika Investment Fund.
Registration is Free. Limited seating only.
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CHEERS TO 2024
Join us on New Year's Eve as we say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024!
Featuring the performances of award-winning artists Gian Magdangal and Lara Maigue as special musical guest. Opening act by artists from Bernie Pasamba and the Music Masters.
REGISTRATION FEES PER PERSON
SIT DOWN DINNER AND COUNTDOWN:
Members - P12,000
Guests - P13,500
COCKTAILS AND COUNTDOWN ONLY:
Members - P4,500
Guests - P5,500
*Kids under 6 years old are free of charge. Half-price for children aged 6 to 12.
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER
SUNDAY | DECEMBER 24 | 6 PM | BONIFACIO MAIN DINING
A feast for the family to celebrate the most anticipated holiday of the year! Our special holiday menu includes the classic Filipino must-haves for Christmas -- lechon de leche, bibingka and puto bumbong. Book a table for Christmas Eve now.
6PM - Christmas Eve Anticipated Mass
7PM - Christmas Eve Dinner
PRICE PER PERSON:
MEMBERS: P6,500 | GUESTS: P7,000
*Kids under 6 years old are free of charge
Half-price for children aged 6 to 12
FAMILY COOKING CLASS: A GINGERBREAD CHRISTMAS
SATURDAY | DECEMBER 16 | 10AM | STA ANA
What is Christmas without a Gingerbread House? Nothing gets us in the holiday spirit more than gingerbread house decorating.
Join this in-person class and register until December 14. Gingerbread House kits are inclusive of royal icing and assorted candies. All kids and kids at heart are welcome!
REGISTRATION FEE:
Members - P2,000
Guests - P2,200
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CHRISTMAS COCKTAILS
FRIDAY | DEC 8 | AVENUE BAR AND DECK
Come and party with us as we welcome the Christmas season at the new Avenue Deck! It’s our way of thanking you for your continuous support for the Club.
Registration is free.
This event is exclusive for Members only.
To RSVP, call or message +63 917 816 0546 or email events@manilahouseinc.com
THANKSGIVING AT MANILA HOUSE
NOVEMBER 23 | THURSDAY | 6PM | BONIFACIO MAIN DINING
Roast turkey and all the trimmings: a Thanksgiving tradition with a gourmet touch. Book your table for Thanksgiving dinner now.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
Members: P3,500 | Guests: P4,000
Kids: 0-5 years old are free of charge | 50% off for 6-12 years old
FUTURE FORWARD: AI for Creatives
NOVEMBER 20 | MONDAY | 2PM | RIZAL ROOM
Join us this and discover how AI is adapted in creative practices, how it affects the authenticity of outputs and how generative AI will be perceived in the near future.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
Members: P1,150
Guests: P1,300
TURN IT UP
NOVEMBER 16 | THURSDAY | 6PM | BONIFACIO MAIN DINING
Thursdays are the new Fridays! Drink the stress away and come vibe with us. Join us for flowing drinks and good food* as we party into the night with our special guest DJ, SP Espinosa!
*until supplies last
REGISTRATION:
MEMBERS: P500
GUESTS: P1,000
TRICK OR TREAT YEAR 4: HALLOWEEN 2023
Get ready for a day filled with spooktacular fun! Come in your best Halloween costume and get ready for a magnificent magic show, monstrous treats, and a hauntingly delicious buffet.
OCTOBER 28 | SATURDAY | 10AM
10:00AM | BRUNCH BUFFET
1:00 PM | MAGIC SHOW, GAMES, TRICK OR TREAT
PRICE PER PERSON
Members: P4,200
Guests: P4,500
PRICE PER CHILD*
Members: P2,000
Guests: P2,500
KIDS ACTIVITIES ONLY
Members: P1,500
Guests: P2,000
*Kids up to 12 years of age; inclusive of plated kiddie meal and activities
NOTES TO SELF
SAT | OCT 7 | 2 PM
Notes to Self, a series of mixed media and sculpted paper works forming visual reminders of wonder, encouragement, and hope for those in need of a second, third, or even fourth wind.
Join us as Lilianna Manahan walks us through the exhibit and talks about her favorite pieces in the collection.
GRANDPARENTS' DAY
SUN | SEPT 10 | 10 AM
Let your family take you out to brunch. We've got a special treat planned for you, including fun activities for you and your grandchildren!
As a special treat for Grandparents' Day, any senior dining member or guest who spends at least PhP 5,000 on Sept. 10, 2023, will receive a PhP 1,000 food voucher*. The voucher is valid for one (1) month from the date of issuance (or until October 10, 2023).
*Redeemable upon presentation of a valid OSCA ID
ART IN THE DIASPORA
What does it mean to be a Filipino Artist in the diaspora?
Acclaimed international artist-photographers Xyza Cruz Bacani and Wawi Navarroza share their diverse experiences living in other countries and how that has shaped their art and identity as Filipinos.
REGISTRATION PER PERSON
Members: FREE
Guests: P800
The Lost Tablets
A selection of art drawn from the collective consciousness, inspired by the paths between the Ifugao Mountain Province and the Seas of Sulu.
Experience an interactive walkthrough and discover more about The Lost Tablets collection as Xander Pratt talks about his art, his process and the meeting of the aesthetic and the spiritual.
MANILA HOUSE PRESENTS: CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA
Asia's Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista is coming to Manila House on June 28. Experience an unforgettable night as the beloved singer, actor, host and model serenades and makes your heart flutter with his clear and soulful voice
Registration:
Members: PHP 7,500 | Guests: PHP 8,000
Includes concert and sit down dinner
INDEPENDENCE DAY
To kick off the celebrations for the Philippine Independence Day this June, Manila House brings you a special cultural performance by Indak Lahi Cultural Folk Dancers and an exclusive Independence Day Special Menu. Fly the flag with us and enjoy a patriotic dinner after the performance.
PACIFIC NORTHWEST WINE DINNER
Oregon and Washington State are known for their vineyards and fine wines. Join WSET Diploma candidate, French and Italian Wine Scholar Jack Madrid as he walks us through the distinct wines of Oregon and Washington State. Sip and taste some of the best wines that the Pacific Northwest has to offer, and savor the way they complement fine food.
Registration:
Members: PHP 4,000 | Guests: PHP 4,500
Includes concert and sit down dinner
CONCERT SERIES: JESSICA SANCHEZ
Manila House invites you to its first ever dinner concert series featuring singer, songwriter, Jessica Sanchez. You all cheered for her when she was a runner-up on Season 11 of American Idol, and now you can experience her incredible range and talent at this special one night only concert.
Registration:
Members: PHP 7,000 | Guests: PHP 8,000
Includes concert and sit down dinner
THE MAKING OF THE OTHER: ORIENTALISM AND THE FILIPINO IDENTITY
For many peoples in the geographical Orient, the narrative of who they are have been written and defined for them. But how do we as Filipinos interpret Orientalism? What is our place in it and is it possible to reclaim the narrative through our own telling?
Registration:
Members and Guests: Php 800
NEW LAUNCH U.S. INVESTMENT PROPERTIES DIRECT TO MANILA
Interested in property in the U.S. for investment? Let the experts at America Mortgages, Lilian Custom Homes and Austplan group guide you through the process as they introduce you to attractive and affordable single family options in Dallas, and offer property management, mortgage financing options and U.S. tax saving advice.
Registration is FREE
INTRODUCING THE WOMEN DIPLOMATS NETWORK
Listen to a panel discussion featuring four dynamic women ambassadors, H.E. Annika Thunborg, H.E. Jana Šedivå, H.E. Anke Reiffenstuel, and H.E. Dr. Titanilla Tóth as they showcase the realities abd challenges of being women in diplomacy.
Registration:
Members and Guests: P1,000
HORMONE OPTIMIZATION IN MEN AND WOMEN FOR INCREASED HEALTHSPAN
What if we told you that hormonal imbalance is the most common cause of aging?
Join Dr. Joel Lopez, a Globally renowned and sought-after medical professional on how to tackle the most common causes of aging and how to take care of it.
REGISTRATION:
Members: FREE | Guests: P500
PORTUGAL ARRIVES IN MANILA
GOING FOR GOLD PART 10
THE PORTUGUESE GOLDEN VISA
The Portugal Golden Visa is one of the most popular residency programs around. Listen to our panel from Golden Visa Centrale, Arish Capital Partners and Pinto Ribeiro Advogados for more information about how and why you should get one for you and your family.
A NIGHT AT STUDIO 54
Disco lives on! Relive the glory days of the 70s and 80s, get on the dancefloor and boogie with Doctor DJ Gerard Henson playing all those iconic disco anthems that just make you feel like dancing!
Come in your sparkly best and you may just win exciting prizes!
Registration:
Members: P2,500 | Guests: P3,000
Includes selected free-flowing drinks*, pica-pica and more
*until stocks last
SERENDIPITEA
Join us for an uplifting afternoon of tea and beauty as two award winning brands come together - heritage tea maker Basilur and the UK's favorite True Collagen innovator Ancient + Brave.
As Valentine's Day approaches, let's get glowing and get Brave.
REGISTRATION FEE PER PERSON
Members - P1,000 | Guests - P1,500
BE MINE, VALENTINE
Manila House invites you to a romantic Valentine's dinner and musical special, featuring singer, songwriter, and former The Voice US contender, Ryan Gallagher. Opening act by saxophonist Vince Lahorra.
Presented in partnership with Moet & Chandon and Whispering Angel.
REGISTRATION
Members - Php 7,500 | Guests - Php 8,500
PORTUGAL ARRIVES IN MANILA
GOING FOR GOLD PART 9:
THE PORTUGUESE GOLDEN VISA
The Portugal Golden Visa is one of the most popular residency programs around. Listen to our panel from Golden Visa Centrale, Arish Capital Partners and Pinto Ribeiro Advogados for more information about how and why you should get one for you and your family.
Presented in partnership with Golden Visa Centrale
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF THE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
A director plays more than a ceremonial role in a corporation, an institution, or a nonprofit organization. Former SEC Chairperson Teresita J. Herbosa, an accomplished lawyer, author, speaker and an awardee of the UP Distinguished Alumni Award for Public Service, explains exactly what a corporate director does and does not do in the boardroom.
CANADIAN INVESTOR VISA
Henley & Partners cordially invites you to a webinar detailing the main requirements, process, timeline, and benefits of the Canada Start-Up Visa Program.
Guided by Henley & Partners' expert advisors through their extensive network of offices, both in Canada and across Asia, applying for this program is the most flexible way to become a resident in Canada, allowing settlement in any city.
Registration is FREE
PORTUGAL ARRIVES IN MANILA:
GOING FOR GOLD PART 08
THE PORTUGUESE GOLDEN VISA
Why and how has Portugal become the gateway to Europe for those who are seeking citizenship and residence in the EU?
Learn more about the visa process that will allow you and your family to live, work, study and do business in 27 European countries.
A FRESH START
Come and join us in this talk with a seasoned professional organizer as she shares her best tips on creating a Space that Works!
Learn about:
• Easy, step by step process to organizing a space
• Common pitfalls that can derail your efforts
• Practical tips and tricks on maintaining order
• and get to ask your burning questions!
Registration
Members - FREE | Guests - P800
POSTCOLONIAL PHILIPPINES: REDEFINING OUR CULTURAL IDENTITY
Together with Asia Society Philippines, this virtual program discusses the evolution and continuities in the Filipino identity.
Join us as we dissect this and more with our panel of experts who will share their prescriptions on Filipino Identity by reimagining cultural diversity and inclusivity in a Filipino context.
Registration: P50
THE TOUR OF SCOTLAND
Following the successful Jura tasting night, we bring you another whisky tasting experience featuring the best of Scotland - Jura 12 Years Sherry Cask Edition, Tamnavulin Double Cask Edition and Shackleton Blended Malt Scotch Whisky.
Join Whyte & Mackay Single Malt Expert Dean Daniel Rosen as he guides us through these three expressions.
REGISTRATION
Members - FREE | Guests - P800
ALL THAT GLITTERS:
A Holiday Members Mixer
Inviting all Members to a holiday mixer on
December 1st!
Come in your sparkly best and party with us as we usher in the Christmas season. It’s our way of thanking you for your continuous support for the Club.
Special gift sets and prizes await our raffle winners!
Registration is free.
This event is exclusive for Members only.
PORTUGAL ARRIVES IN MANILA:
GOING FOR GOLD PART 07
THE PORTUGUESE GOLDEN VISA
Why and how has Portugal become the gateway to Europe for those who are seeking citizenship and residence in the EU?
Learn more about the visa process that will allow you and your family to live, work, study and do business in 27 European countries.
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER
SATURDAY | DECEMBER 24, 2022
Celebrate Christmas in the company of friends and family. Our special holiday menu includes the must-haves at a Filipino Christmas: lechon de leche, bibingka and puto bumbong!
6PM - Christmas Eve Anticipated Mass
8PM - Christmas Eve Dinner
REGISTRATION FEES
Members: P5,600/person | Guests: P6,500/person
*Kids aged 0-5 years are FREE of charge;
50% off for 6-12 years old
BUSINESS FOR GOOD WITH NANETTE MEDVED-PO
Climate heroes of 2022 include Nanette Medved-Po, founder and chairwoman of HOPE and Plastic Credit Exchange. She is the first Filipina to be awarded since the award was introduced.
The program will feature a short presentation by Nanette Medved-Po and an exclusive dialogue with the attendees over high tea service.
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
Members and Guests: P2,000
JURA: MORE THAN A WHISKY
The Jura Masterclass offers an exquisite whisky tasting experience led by the Whyte & Mackay Single Malt Expert for Asia, Dean Rosen. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy and indulge in an intimate gathering that showcases malt whisky that is the pride of the people of Jura.
Featuring:
Jura 12 Years Sherry Cask Edition
Jura Seven Wood
Jura 18 Years
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
Members - FREE | Guests - P500
PORTUGAL ARRIVES IN MANILA
GOING FOR GOLD PART 6:
THE PORTUGUESE GOLDEN VISA
The Portugal Golden Visa is one of the most popular residency programs around. Listen to our panel from Golden Visa Centrale, Arish Capital Partners and Pinto Ribeiro Advogados for more information about how and why you should get one for you and your family.
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
Registration is FREE
THANKSGIVING FEAST AT
MANILA HOUSE
Join us as we express our gratitude for the blessing we have received this year. We celebrate Thanksgiving 2022 with a sumptuous menu and a turkey carving station for the whole family to enjoy.
PRICE PER PERSON
Members - P2800
Guests - P3300
PRICE PER CHILD (6-12 Y.O.)
Members - P1400
Guests - P1650
*Kids from 0-5 years of age are free of charge
PORTUGAL AND SPAIN GOLDEN VISA: YOUR TICKET TO THE EU
More Filipinos see citizenship and residency in countries like Spain and Portugal as a worthwhile investment for their whole family.
In this virtual event, join Alfredo Roca, Golden Visa Consulting Real Estate Adviser, and Antonio Viña, AVCO Legal Partner, and learn how to earn your ticket to the EU.
THE ART OF
COLLECTING
The fabled collection of Ann & Gordon Getty will be auctioned by Christie’s next month.
Drawing on her expertise and experience, Georgina Hilton, Auctioneer and Head of Classic Art at Christie’s Asia Pacific brings an insider’s insight to the art of collecting classical art. Join her at this in-person event at Manila House.
BRING BACK SUMMER: A SPECIAL WINE-TASTING EVENING
Relive the glory days of summer with a glass of fine wine and good company in a beautiful location!
Wines included are:
• MIMI Grande Reserve Brut Rosé (France)
• Silverboom Special Reserve Chardonnay (South Africa)
• Silverboom Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Africa)
• Tinazzi Vinum Italicum Opera No. 3 (Italy)
GET A GREEN CARD:
INVEST IN THE US
Thinking of living the American Dream? Learn about the US EB-5 Investor Visa in this virtual event:
- Live and work anywhere in the US
- Permanent Residency for the principal applicant and immediate family (spouse and children under 21)
- Kids can attend school and pay in-state tuition fees
- Get in the workforce right after graduating (concurrent filing, get work and travel documentation in 6 months)
- Become a US citizen in 5 years
TRICK AND TREATS YEAR 3:
A HARRY POTTER HALLOWEEN
Wizards, witches and muggles—- you have been invited to a spellbinding Halloween celebration at Manila House!
10:00AM | Brunch Buffet
1:00PM - 3:00PM | Magic Show, Games, Trick and Treats
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
Price per person:
Members: P2,800 | Guests: P3,300
Price per child:
Members: P1,500 | Guests: P1,700
TRIVIA GAME:
MONSTER HOUSE
Gather your covens, your packs and your bestiaries as we celebrate Halloween with yet another trivia game!
Form a team of at least 3 persons, come in your best Halloween costume, and win special prizes!
*Inclusive of welcome drinks and chips
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
Members: 1000 | Guests: P1300
TRIVIA NIGHT: MANILA SOUND
Manila, Manila, I keep coming back to Manila!
Did you sing reading that sentence? Are you a music geek ready to fight it out over good food and drinks? Come in teams of at least three (3) members and win special prizes!
* Comes with welcome drinks and Taro Chips.
Registration:
Members: P700 | Non-Members: P850
Living the Golden Dream
Douro Valley means “Valley of Gold” in Portuguese. Demarcated in 1756, it is the world's oldest regulated wine region.
The Resort Casas Visas is situated in the historic village of Provesende, on the heart of the Douro Valley, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Join Rui Afonso de Morais, Claire Chung and Monica Freitas in this webinar to learn more about Casas Vivas, or "Living Houses", and how owning part of this property could get you the Portuguese Golden Visa
A Regal Masterclass
An in-person masterclass guided by Chivas Regal Brand Ambassador Owen Roberts, featuring :
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra Sherry
Chivas Regal XV
Mix your own blend at the end of the tasting class and bring home this unique experience in a bottle
Limited slots only.
Registration:
Members: P650 | Non-Members: P850
Meet the Artist: Ikaj
Jackie Lozano, AKA Ikaj, returns to Manila House with her fourth solo exhibition. She takes us through her journey as an artist, discussing her process, technique and influences, as well as the themes that inform her work
Registration:
Option A: Registration is FREE
Option B Registration and Discount Voucher
Members: 20% off on F&B vouchers worth at least P2500
Non-Members: 10% off on F&B vouchers worth at least P2500
Solar, So Good:
Renewable Energy Solutions in the
Era of Rising Prices
In an era of rising prices and political risk, renewable energy solutions - from Solar PV Rooftops, to Clean, Hybrid, and Smart Microgrids - can help the Philippines sustainability commitments, while enabling enterprises and institutions to save money, generate strong investment returns, and lower their carbon footprints.
Join WEnergy Power Pilipinas Inc’s Head of Business Development & President Quintin Pastrana as he talks more about renewable energy solutions in this in-person event.
Registration:
Members: P650 | Non-Members: P850
The Art of Dalmore
Join us for an exclusive Dalmore Master Class with The Dalmore Resident Whisky Expert for Asia, George Schulze, and discover what makes The Dalmore, the definitive luxury single malt since 1839.
The Master Class offers an exclusive whisky tasting experience for guests to savor the highest standards in single malt whisky craftsmanship, featuring three different Dalmore expressions:
The Dalmore 12 Years
The Dalmore Port Wood Reserve
The Dalmore 15 Years
Limited slots only.
Registration: FREE
BY DESIGN:
Why Design Remains Relevant Today
How we live, how we eat, how we work, how things function - all these are influenced by Design in ways both subtle and obvious. And Design has undoubtedly helped us survived a pandemic. Design thinking, in fact, helps us solve challenges in life, and it can be applied to the expression of Filipino culture, heritage and identity.
Listen to our panel of creative thinkers discuss how Design impacts all of humankind, how it is relevant but often taken for granted, and how design thinking should be incorporated into school curricula.
FALLOUT FROM AFGHANISTAN
What the Return of the Taliban Means
Afghanistan fell to Taliban forces with unexpected, confounding speed. Some Afghanis are able to flee the country as part of evacuation efforts by the American military and its allies. But what of the ones who remain, especially the women? The return of the Taliban after 20 years has chilling implications for the future and independence of women and children in Afghanistan, particularly with regard to their education.
We examine the fallout from Afghanistan from several perspectives. Listen to award-winning journalist Veronica Pedrosa, Kabul-based former United Nations Environment Programme management expert, Ernie Wijangco, political analyst Victor Manhit, and activist, educator and human rights defender, Pashtana Durrani.
HOW TO AVOID BURNOUT
with Dr. Kaycee Reyes
Life may have slowed down during the pandemic, but stress has taken on a whole new dimension. How do we identify stress and its related disorders and affiliations? Can we eliminate it from our lives? How do we treat it and regain balance and bliss?
Dr. Kaycee Reyes, a wellness expert, health advocate and preventive medicine doctor at Luminisce Clinic, teaches us how to recognize and avoid burnout and manage stress better.
STIRRING THE POT:
What’s Next for Philippine Cuisine
News that the Department of Trade and Industry was seeking to standardize our national dish - in a country of 81 provinces, eight major dialects and more than 80 indigenous languages - had Filipinos from Luzon through to Mindanao up in arms.
Can you really standardize adobo? Where is Philippine cuisine
headed? Is there room for innovation?
PERSPECTIVES ON THE PRESIDENCY
Leadership Lessons for No. 17
The qualifications for an individual aspiring to become the President of
the Philippines are outlined in Article VII, Section 2 of the 1987 Constitution. According to the constitution, an individual may become President provided he or she meets the following criteria: (1) a natural born Filipino; (2) a registered voter; (3) must be able to read and write; (4) is 40 years of age at the day of the election; and (5) must have resided in the Philippines ten years before the election is held.
As history has taught us, the criteria above represent the barest minimum; to be President of the Philippines requires far more in terms integrity of character, sincerity of intentions and willingness to serve.
What should we expect of the next occupant of Malacañang? Political
scientists and historians discuss presidential character and leadership
in the pre-Duterte era, to acquaint the audience with the best practices
of our past presidents such as Manuel L. Quezon, Ramon Magsaysay,
Corazon Aquino, and Fidel V. Ramos.
BETWEEN
THE COVERS:
What are you reading?
(And how did it become a book?)
A behind the scenes look at the publishing industry with the people who publish, pick and promote the books you read.
As the cliché goes, don’t judge a book by its cover. Indeed, how the words between the covers went from a draft by the author to the book currently in the reader’s hands is a journey that can be simultaneously laborious, frustrating, exciting and rewarding, but it’s almost always interesting.
To quote another cliché, there’s always a story behind the story.
Bright Lights,Big City:
Being Filipino and Breaking into the US Entertainment Industry
The world of film promises fame fame, glamor and wealth. It is often referred to as the Dream Factory and Hollywood is its capital. Yet the reality behind the business of dreams is brutal and unforgiving, and definitely not for the faint of heart. It welcomes the talented, but rewards the hardworking, steely and determined, and more often than not, success in this industry is the result of timing and sheer luck. How do you conquer the odds stacked against a Filipino-American performer, set designer, composer or producer even before you’ve gone to an audition?
THE WEALTH REPORT 2021 A Global & Philppine Real Estate Investment Outlook
This webinar unravels the key findings of Knight Frank’s TheWealth Report 2021 and provides an outlook on global real estate – with a special focus on the Philippines. Experts will tackle trends in capital markets, property, gateway cities, and investments of passion – and what the future means for investors.
CHOCOLATE AND WHISKY
A Flavor-Pairing Experience
It comes as no surprise that chocolate and whisky go together extremely well. The warming, complex nature of most whiskies complements and undercuts the luxurious, creamy texture of good chocolate.
Explore this blend of tastes and textures in a pairing class five special Single Malt Scotch Whiskies,led by Diageo Brand Ambassador Rian Asiddao, and five unique single origin artisanal chocolatescrafted by Tigre y Oliva, introduced by its Partner/Owner Rob Crisostomo.
CRYPTOCURRENCY FOR BEGINNERS
If you’ve been following Bitcoin’s performance in the markets, you’ll notice that its value has been rising. Recently, it evencrossed the US$60,000 mark briefly, before falling slightly
to hover between $52,000 to $58,000. Elon Musk no doubt contributed to the surge when he announced that Tesla had bought US$1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin.
COVID-19: VACCINES, TREATMENTS, FACTS AND CONTROVERSIES
Listen to Dr. Charito Consolacion, Medical Director of the University of Santo Tomas Hospital, discuss the reality of COVID-19 in the country today, and how vaccines are crucial to reclaiming our lives, as well as the country’s economic recovery. Dr. Rodolfo Angeles, a licensed physician and faculty member of the UST College of Nursing, weighs in on various treatments and prophylactics such as Ivermectin.
Stop the Hate:
Fighting Anti-Asian Racism
The Chinese origins of the coronavirus that caused the global COVID-19 pandemic have helped to stoke anti-Asian hate around the world. Violent attacks against Asian-Americans have increased in recent months, including the deadly shooting of six Asian women in three Asian-run spas in Atlanta, Georgia, and the brutal assault of a 65-year-old Filipina woman in New York City, who was on her way to church.. The “model minority” has now found its voice and is speaking out against these racially motivated acts.
IN THE WILD:
A Photographic Journey through Africa, Latin America and Antarctica
Capture nature at its most majestic - from endangered wildlife to colourful birdlife, surreal landscapes and vanishing tribes.
Put on your explorer hat with A2A Safaris and join A2A Safaris’ Co-Founder and Chief Wildlife Photographer, Jose Cortes III on a Zoom Safari to learn about different angles to shoot wildlife species, including how to take great shots on your mobile phones in the habitats that they live in Africa, South America and the Antarctic!
SHOW ME
THE MONEY
With the ongoing pandemic, and with new found liquidity for some sectors, many are asking where their money could grow best? Join Fintech Philippines Association with the support of Manila House and the British Chamber of Commerce and Industry as we tackle a concern made famous in the movie Jerry Maguire ... “Show me the money!”
PANDEMIC SURVIVAL GUIDE: Your Mental and Physical Wellbeing
COVID-19 may still be with us for a long time, despite the arrival of the vaccine. Staying sane andkeeping fit throughout this time should be a priority,say Dr. Aisa Yamamoto, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Jason Villanueva, Nutritionist-Dietitian, and Von Guintu, Psychologist.
DETOURS:
A Conversation about Art
The recent work of four of our Members, all accomplished artists - Carlo Calma, Tracie Anglo Dizon, Whee (Wonhee Cha Delgado) and Jay Yao - are currently on show at a group exhibition alongside Kim Lim and Ciane Xavier. They discuss creating art during a pandemic: their inspirations, their hesitations and their hopes for the future of artistic expression in a world that has been transformed.
BLOCKCHAIN
BEYOND
CRYPTOCURRENCY
Blockchain is more than just Bitcoin. Join Jeff Wentworth, the co-founder of Curvegrid, a blockchain SaaS startup based in Tokyo, Jonathan Morgan, the co-founder of Kobe International Blockchain Research Centre (Kobeibrc) in Japan, and leading information and technology law expert JJ Disini, weighs in as a reactor, to discover Blockchain's value beyond cryptocurrency/finance and take a deep dive into new areas in which the technology can revolutionize business.
Love, Happiness and Romance in the time of Covid
Even couples who have been together for a long time may have found their relationships under unprecedented strain brought about by the lockdown. Others may have rediscovered the joys of intimacy under confinement.
The Happiness Doctor, Lia Bernardo will guide you through resources you can use for creating your own heaven on earth even during these uncertain and stressful times
The Art of Pairing
Gin, everyone’s favorite tipple, is often enjoyed when mixed with other ingredients to make a cocktail; the bar chow tends to come as an afterthought. To be fair, gin pretty much goes with any appetizer, but certain kinds of food can complement certainartisanal and craft gins, bringing out the underlying subtle flavors and turning a meredrink into a gustatory experience.
It’s time to get GIN-timate! Couple up and come to a special Gin Pairing Class with Gin Master Simon Coté, featuring four boutique craft gins paired with food.
CUTTING OFF THE OXYGEN:
Can We Live without Social Media?
The power of social media came into sharp focus during the US presidential elections, with the former president himself deplatformed from the likes of Twitter and Facebook. Statistical analyses since have shown that there has been a 73% decrease in disinformation since Trump was shut out of Twitter. So can we live without social media, and if not, how do we make social media work for us and society at large? How do we move forward from here?
Social media experts Andrea Duldulao and Teddy Mapa, Regional Lead, Asia-Pacific for Instagram, Alexander de Leon, and clinical psychologist Josie Banaglorioso, discuss the pluses and pitfalls of social media.
KIDS ON SAFARI WITH THE WILDLIFE DETECTIVE
Live from Africa with Peter Allison
Who doesn’t have an African safari on their ultimate bucket list? The African bush experience is a truly exciting and educational opportunity to observenature up close, at its most magnificent and primal.With travel on hold at the moment, however, seeing lions, leopards, lemurs and more in the wild may have to wait. Fortunately, technology makes it possible to go on a virtual safari.
So move over, Dora the explorer, and meet Peter Allison, the Chief Wildlife Detective! He takes kids on an exciting and exclusive Zoom safari to learn about different wildlife species, including how to track animals in the wild and explore the habitats that they live in.
THE COVID-19 VACCINES:
TRUTH OR DARE
Vaccines save millions of lives each year. Vaccines work by training and preparing the body’s natural defences - theimmune system - to recognize and fight off the viruses andbacteria they target. If the body is exposed to those disease- causing germs later, the body is immediately ready to destroy them, preventing illness.
When it comes to COVID-19 vaccines, how do we separate fact from rumor? Join infectious diseases expert Dr. Benjamin Co as he discusses what we need to know about the vaccines that will soon become available in the Philippines.