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10 Sep 2008 | 65 Comments |
The Glass Garden

As the only English-inspired and fully air-conditioned greenhouse in the country, The Glass Garden is the dream venue for your once in a lifetime event; an inspiring setting for weddings, debuts, birthdays and corporate affairs. Strategically located within the boundaries of Quezon City, Pasig and Marikina, it is highly accessible and is just 10 minutes from White Plains and Valle Verde, and 500 meters from SM Marikina.
Imbued with lush foliage, breathtaking waterfalls in a 40-foot high dome of green and white glass, every corner is a picturesque landscape perfect for …

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25 Feb 2008 | 23 Comments |
Sonya’s Garden

The place was supposed to be Sonya’s private paradise, open only to family and friends and eventually, friends of friends. But after much prodding from all who have enjoyed the country living experience to share with more people what otherwise would have been her retirement lifestyle, she finally but reluctantly relented. In February of 1998, she opened the doors of her secret garden to the public in time for Valentine’s Day. From then on Sonya’s has been host to a bevy of visitors; the tourist from a far off …

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30 Jan 2008 | 129 Comments |
Grand Terrace

Opened in November 2006, The Grand Terrace is Manila’s latest backdrop to life’s grand celebrations. Conveniently situated a the heart of Quezon City, its modern Balinese design beckons seekers of the best in contemporary wedding and corporate events venues of today. With its refreshing tropical setting, The Grand Terrace gives you the best of both worlds. Combining nature’s key elements with modern, high-powered air-conditioning system, The Grand Terrace is the only tropical wedding venue where black tie events are a “no sweat” affair.

The Grand Terrace houses the first fully air-conditioned …

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28 Dec 2007 | 8 Comments |
The Peninsula Manila

photo by ariel javelosa
Located in the heart of Makati, Manila’s business and financial district, The Peninsula Manila is the ideal business address and a favorite hotel for visitors to Manila for over 30 years. Strategically placed on the corners of Ayala and Makati Avenues, The Peninsula Manila is close to premier shopping facilities and within easy access of Manila’s numerous attractions. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Ninoy Aquino International Airport and just 20 minutes from Manila’s Domestic Airport.
Elegantly furnished in classic style, The Peninsula Manila‘s 497 rooms …

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17 Dec 2007 | 25 Comments |
Josephine’s Restaurant

In 1965, Alfonso Sarayba, Sr., whom family and friends called Ponso, bought 8 hectares of fishpond in the town of Kawit, Cavite. Fishponds were considered especially good sources of income, but Ponso wanted to transform his fishpond into something different. What he had in mind was building a housing subdivision over land he was going to reclaim from it.
Despite numerous obstacles and relatives’ thinking him crazy, Ponso was not discouraged. He borrowed money from friends to raise enough capital for his business plan. This was considered a pioneer undertaking then …

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16 Nov 2007 | 108 Comments |
The Blue Leaf

Tropical asian architecture has certainly made its mark all over the globe for its quiet minmal style and unmatched serenity. The Blue leaf has each pavilion which blends nature and modernity, creating a perfect backdrop to your affair.
The Blue Leaf consists of three fully airconditioned pavilions surrounded by lush garden areas. Complete with an administration building, a parking facility, and ample restrooms for guests, The Blue Leaf is a a result of a meticulous site planning and design.

Just a stone’s throw away from two of the city’s most progressive business …

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13 Nov 2007 | 30 Comments |
Splendido

Pioneering Tagaytay as the premiere wedding destination, Splendido Taal boasts of wide undulating greens and luxuriant landscapes of a par 72 championship golf course. But beyond golf, Splendido Taal highlights its charms as an intimate place to get married.
The Spanish-Mediterranean-inspired golf clubhouse designed by leading architectural firm RR Payumo and Partners, offers the Ladera Golfers’ Lounge, which can accommodate anywhere from 100 to 300 people and provides a one-of-a-kind venue for weddings.
The hillside lounge has a cozy atmosphere with its high wooden ceilings and wrought-iron chandeliers. …

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22 Oct 2007 | 90 Comments |
Fernbrook Gardens

Fernbrook Gardens is the latest brainchild of Al de Veyra, the same visionary that designed and create Fernwod Gardens in Metro North. Not only did he create a niche for garden reception venues, rather Al de Veyra has become a notable example by virtue of the outstanding standards of which Fernwood has been famous for. Guided with the same tradition for excellence and wealth experience, he brings forth Fernbrook Gardens, an events venue south of the Metro.