Our love for Asia's Nightingale Ms. Lani Misalucha will become even stronger as Backstage Entertainment stages a concert at The Theatre at SOLAIRE on August 21st this year.
This concert is directed by Calvin Neria with Musical Direction by Toma Cayabyab (son of National Artist Ryan). Backstage Entertainment is under Backstage Manila that had done a lot of events and is creative agency.
Atty. Nate Quijano of Backstage Manila says "Our company is in the events industry and now we are venturing into production and entertainment. We want to set trends, a different kind of creativity, to show support to up and coming and already established artists. I'm excited with this new venture, and this is our jumping point, our first concert STILL LANI."
Chris Mananquil the producer adds "I am lead creative for this show and this is a very important activity, we are excited for the new combination, but we hope to give something new for the fans of Ms. Lani Misalucha. We have Toma Cayabyab to be our Musical Director, something new, an inter generational combination. We may play hits, but most of it is something new. We don't want to spoil things, thank you!"
Ms. Lani says "I really like life in the US because it's simple, but a little hard. We are empty nesters, they have their own life and family. I still do shows in America but not like when I had a residency in Las Vegas. I just choose the kind of shows that I want to do. Between shows, I do laundry, clean my home, work never stops. You can't call people to fix because it's expensive, my husband is a handyman which I am so lucky about. I eat a lot, I am the backbone of his operations. I know all the tools, that's aside from playing with my grandchildren. In the Philippines we don't have help, we do the same."
She adds "When we got sick in 2020, we had bacterial meningitis. The effect was deafness, you get dizzy, vision was blurry, a ton of things. It was a really difficult time for me, especially when I'm hard of hearing. I got depressed, I didn't want to move. I also didn't want to socialize, it was painful because I could only hear if they are high pitched. It got better around to decipher voice but the hearing really didn't go back. It affected my singing because I struggled in 2021 and I had to train myself again like a child. My kids are not kids anymore, I have 6 grandkids now. They are doing good, thankfully. About the concert, it will be beautiful, but one surprise is I have a special guest, you will know by June or July because it's too early. I now have international released songs, but this time I'd be able to sing them in the concert. I admire singers who sing my song, they have to be creative to do it again and compose songs, they're really great. Having a hit song is power, people will remember you for the rest of their lives."
Here's the full media conference on video:
Again, STILL, LANI will be at the Theatre at Solaire. Make sure you get tickets to the show before August 21st. She is world class and she is STILL LANI. The one and only Asia's Nightingale. There's no comparison!
The walled city of Intramuros in Manila will be the venue for the Grand Santa ruzan Intramuros 2025. It will take place at the San Agustin Church and the historic and picturesque grounds of the Puerto Real Gardens this coming May 18. It's a celebration of faith, the beauty of a Filipina, a showcase of heritage and pride in the Philippines. It will be a huge procession with Queens, Angels, and several biblical characters; and has been a yearly tradition.
This has been done by Catholic communities to tell stories, teach the youth about faith, strengthen family bonds, bring self confidence, also teach Filipino values, devotion to the holy family, foster unity and hospitality for other people. There will be several performances and awards to be given. This will also be participated by models, kids and their families.
This event is sponsored by Kitty Manila, Tiny Pieces, HTP Manila, Enchantrail, Melissa Philippines, Marriott Vacation Club, Savoy Hotel Manila and Camaya Coast.
They have also partnered with Jelly Bunny Philippines, Nature Republic Philippines, Fjallraven Kanken Philippines, Oreo, Godox, IHG Hotels and Resorts, Elsa Fairy Dresses, and cosmetic brand BELA by Bela Manila. They would like to thank their media partners Studio Onse, Behind the Magic Photography, PH Fashion TV, IBC 13, Bloomberg, PTV4, PR Station Manila, and various individuals and organizations who have helped them mount this event.
If you want to inquire about partnerships, email them via support@therunwayatelier.com or their social channels where available.
While the rest of the world is happening, there's this Korean film called PICNIC that's taking the theaters by storm. This is a film directed by Kim Yong-gyun and will be showing today (May 7th) in theaters nationwide.
We were at Gateway Mall last night to cover the premiere night, and the lobbies were filled with JMFyang fans and movie goers who were screaming on top of their lungs when they saw stars on the red carpet. We were able to record the media conference before the screening, so please enjoy!
The film is certainly a tear jerker. It revolves around the characters Eun-Sim played by Na Moon-hee (voice dubbed by Ms. Ces Quesada) and Jun Geum-soon played by Kim Young-ok (voice dubbed by Ms. Nova Villa) and their friend Tae-Ho played by Park Geun-hyung (voice by Kuya Bodjie Pascua). The younger version of Eun-Sim and Tae-Ho was dubbed by Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra.
They are a rowdy bunch despite the number of octogenarians included in the cast, and there's certainly no shortchanging of "landi" if you could say that out loud. Super happy about scenes where they were able to throw shade at each other. It didn't matter if their backs would hurt at each turn, they will tell you a spade is a spade even if it hurts your feelings, even if it means bringing back the past. The conversations were so amusing that when you're about to cry, they'll insert humor in between so you would giggle about the situation. I think this was clearly done that way to make sure it wouldn't be heavy and cerebral.
I super love the banter between Ms. Nova Villa and Ms. Ces Quesada. It was a good decision to provide Filipino dubbing for it as it felt a lot like home. No need to rush reading subtitles to understand the story because it could easily be understood in cinema audio. Should you watch it? DEFINITELY. I bet you'll find the story more apt for the children rather than for the Grandmas or Mothers involved in it. They'll learn a lot about how to go through the intricacies of love for family. It's a gem, and if you find KDramas so good for watching in the corners of your room, go do this in the cinemas because the experience hits certainly different.
Congratulations to CEO Ria Atayde and COO Ms. Sylvia Sanchez who knew right from the start that this would be a good thing to bring in Philippine shores.
I was so excited to meet Ms. Sharon Cuneta again after a long while and also her husband Senator Kiko Pangilinan who's gunning for a senate seat this coming week. This press conference was a show of support for the lovely couple courtesy of the REGAL Entertainment Inc. family as it always has been a staunch supporter for the good man ever since Mother Lily Monterverde was around. Now, they have Ms. Roselle Monteverde and Keith Monteverde at the helm, and they're not stopping to support his bid and will continue to do so because he is a good man.
While this was an event for a celebration and connection, it was obvious that some things were affecting them in the trail because some unscrupulous individuals find it funny to discredit the good man with memes as they don't have any issues to throw at him. He's neither corrupt nor accused of it, obviously invent memes to ridicule him and his good work.
Senator Kiko Pangilinan says "When we were alone, when I ran independent, she called us and told us she will help (referring to Mother Lily Monteverde). She's alive in our hearts. We are struggling to get to the top 12, statistically tied with other 8 candidates, a tight race. Maybe the difference would be hundred thousand and every vote matters. We have been bashed and trolled hard, demeaning and insulting us, hopefully this would help answer those in disinformation. We go back to the message, our advocacy is food security, for our farmers, and prevent high prices. Hunger is prevalent, since the lock down, thousands of people lost their jobs. Poverty has been high and people have been suffering, we have to run because of that. There was a time that 1000 pesos or 500 pesos would get you a lot in the market. The lowest inflation was 2015 during Aquino's time where I was DAR secretary. Addressing rice supply is the answer, and we could do it again. We need to focus on solutions and not on misinformation. We need your help to correct this. We hope we are able to solidify it with the truth. Thank you to the Monteverde family for the support."
Ms. Sharon Cuneta says "Walking into Valencia felt like she was still here, for them to continue this is very touching. In the Philippines, no matter what your intentions are, you lose to fake news and budget, some people believe memes, and we have proof that these are lies. Being his wife and mother to his daughters and son, I feel it. I am blessed to have a husband like him, he gives everything to us. He thinks of our children. He has passed 200+ laws, whether he eats on a pot cover it was because the carabao milk would spill if it's in a regular plate. He has a ton of achievements, a lawyer, a husband and very god fearing. He wants to serve the people but some people ridicule him, my husband is sincere, we know how to share and he wants to do something in over 2 decades. I hope they research and believe in data, not with unscrupulous vloggers who can't prove anything, why do we not focus on agriculture? We should take care of farmers and fishermen, they're already old, we can't import all the time and pay for high priced commodities. The basics we need, that's what he is fighting for."
Ms. Sharon adds "We could have just had a business and not do this, but ever since he was young, Kiko had a heart to serve. My father was a Mayor, and I grew up during his term which is why I never liked politics. Sometimes, no matter how good your intentions are, and no matter how giving your heart is, you get defeated by fake news, and budgets that other politicians use that we don't have. All we have is just the result of our hard work, and all the lies spread by these folks, we have receipts debunking them. There's no truth to a lot of these things, and our pride comes from our decency. We were raised right by our parents. I prayed to meet a husband like him. God gave me a person who wouldn't hurt me, and become a good father to my kids. Kiko doesn't have a lot, but everything he has, he gives to us. This is also his heart for the country, we didn't enrich ourselves by venturing into politics in over 2 decades. To be 59 and still work, we do this for our children, it comes from honest work."
She adds "He has respect for farmers and fisher folk so much, he sees the disparity of earning between the market, the middlemen and them. The average age is increasing at 57, and their children wouldn't like to take the jobs. That would mean people would import everything. I don't understand the proliferation of fake news, he did a great job during his term as DAR Secretary. The things he tackles are the most important. It's very easy to research the truth."
Sir Kiko Pangilinan adds "I believe that we can win a fair fight without stealing from the coffers of the government. Let's try to win what is right. Our people will be our source of inspiration, our volunteers will be our source of strength, they will be the ones to give us the urge to fight until we cross that finish line. They will be the ones who will win this for us. I'm so happy what people have been doing for us recently, they help me tremendously. Yes I have got word that a lot of people who support us, the ones we got to help in provinces. We went house to house. Anthony and Maricel is in Mindanao, they were with us in Gensan. They went to Davao and going around several cities. Gary will be in Cebu, Angeli is here with us. Papa P (Piolo Pascual) will be in Cebu. My brothers are in Cavite, Paranaque, Manaoag, and my sisters too. This was how my father also raised us, families help each other. That's why this happened. Donny was also in Gensan, Belle will hopefully be too soon but she's very busy. Vice Ganda has already shown support, Pooh, Pokwang, Pinky Amador, Jed Madela, Rita Avila, Iza Calzado (who was there at Valencia too), Darren Espanto, Enchong Dee, Robbie Domingo, Jona, Parokya ni Edgar, Rivermaya, Ben and Ben also and they will be talking to me in a podcast today, and I would like to thank them all because a lot of them fear persecution, to be bashed and trolled, and I thank them for their courage. Also, Ogie and Regine, Anne Curtis, Janine Gutierrez, Maja Salvador, Bituin Escalante, Nadine Lustre also, it's not a joke, they really have courage. We have to be strong to those who are weak, we have to fight for those who cannot fight. With them on board, I thank each one of them for the support."
Here's the press conference in full:
This is a chance to make the changes we need in the country. You and I know what to do.
Thank you to Ms. Roselle Monteverde, Sir Keith Monteverde, and Ms. Sharon for taking time to meet us!
It doesn't look good for 19 local candidates as they were given notices to explain for vote buying and abuse of state resources, a very serious allegation.
Comelec Executive Director and Committee on Kontra Bigay lead Teopisto Elnas Jr. recently released these in a one page document that includes Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna, Marikina Rep. Stella Quimbo, former Rep. Romero Quimbo, Denver Chua of Cavite City, Marvin Venus of Baras Rizal, Ruben Talon, Butch Suspene and Zake Derequito of Dumangas, Iloilo, Zarah Rose Lara of Cagayan Province, Allan Martines de Leon and Kristofer Charles Esguerra of Taytay, Erwin Pastrana of Mauban, Quezon, Rhapsody Miguel Riveral of Cuartero, Capiz, Winfred Rivera of party list Kamalayan, Jeren Jude Bacas and Rolen Paulino Jr. of Olongapo, Dan Fernandez of Laguna and Romulo Avila of Quezon Province. Recent statements from Comelec on Thursday also included Isko Moreno and Sam Verzosa of Manila. They also admit on Tuesday how they have been overwhelmed in the Committee on Kontra Bigay as they are still receiving complaints til now for various local posts.
Add to that an anonymous group of public school teachers also filed complaints through Comelec and CSC against the running mayoralty candidate of Marikina Stella Quimbo of which according to their statement has allegedly used AICS funds (Aid to Individuals in Crisis Situation) of the DSWD. They say this is a misuse of government resources even when it's so close to elections (against DepED Memo and election code). They have submitted photo and video evidence to support their claim. Afraid of punishment or harm, they have sent this anonymously. They also included names of DepED personnel, and also stated how some of them were asked to also check ID's and documents to process, and to become recipients of AICS themselves. They asked for government agencies to investigate these allegations right away and didn't state their names for security reasons.
Much of them (politicians) would gladly answer these allegations in the proper forum. They also have said that most of them didn't get a copy of the complaint yet according to recent articles. I hope they (normal folks and public school teachers) also get the help they need without prejudice.
I've asked myself a couple of times, I didn't get to answer why. One, I wasn't quite familiar with the superhero group even if I was a big fan of films from the outfit. But when I heard that THUNDERBOLTS was in SM Cinemas this month, I saw Filipinos lined up like clockwork. This is a film by Marvel Studios, spread by Disney in theaters, and I got more than what I bargained for.
1. Thunderbolts had really good actors. Even though I didn't know most of them, one thing they didn't lack is the ability to convey emotion, Florence Pugh, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, David Harbor, Wyatt Russel and Sebastian Stan all made it easy to digest because characters were believable, funny at times, and easy to relate to. It's like you know them even though you really don't know them.
2. Florence Pugh as Black Widow is different, but I like her take despite of us being a more Scarlett Johansson fan. While new, she took this on like a pro so you'll see her as a bored working assassin from Russia. Trained and gifted as a kid, she becomes her own persona. She doesn't become a hero overnight and this is her movie (even though they're a group).
3. Bucky is back, Sebastian Stan gains a suit and played politics as a day job. By no means that would hamper him from becoming the Winter Soldier that he is. He is still explosive as ever. That iconic arm of him gets clowned by fellow heroes, and this isn't an exception. You'll be reassured though that he's got it all together. He's more matured, and I love it.
4. Lewis Pullman plays Bob. Just Bob. You need to see how he changes. He's extra. But he's just Bob.
5. Director Jake Schreier had a brilliant vision. Executed it well, and doesn't need a forensic scientist that these things are connected. There will be various times you'll see Easter eggs in the middle and end credits scene like what normal Marvel movies do.
6. David Harbor is an absolutely adorable human being. His character might be funny most of the time, but that's where he's going to just chuck you with his ability to pull heartstrings. Then attempt to make you cry, he's going to do a remarkable job in doing it.
7. Wyatt Russel's version of the US Agent is a tiring and frustrating one. He reminds me of a Taco. Watch out for his story.
8. Hannah John Kamen as Ghost wasn't given much of an interesting scene although this counts as her origin of some sort. Maybe she'll be in future MCU scenes where we'll get to see even more of her abilities. Maybe she was too hard to edit in.
9. It ain't a filler, I think it's a necessary prelude to something big.
10. It was able to pull its own weight. It might have mentioned bigger ones but it's a story worthy to be known now. Definitely deserves to be seen in SM Cinemas, because it feels different. It wouldn't really make justice if it's just seen in a computer/phone screen if you want to stream.
NASHIE BOY BONUS
It's also a great movie to watch with friends who equally love the Marvel Cinematic Universe. I met Nash Aguas, his wife Mika Dela Cruz, Nashies Admin Philip, my neighbor Rai and actor Andre Garcia (whom I also haven't seen in a while). Man, I couldn't hug them but I miss them a lot. Nash is different, but still the same humble guy I've met back in the day. So proud of him and his achievements. It was also my first time to see Mika in person, super cute couple. Ugh, this moment made the movie even more special!
foodpanda just concluded their 2025 PANDA LEGENDS Ride and Conquer Grand Finals at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City. After grueling months of eliminations in Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao and Metro Manila, they only have 2 teams left to vie for the coveted trophy.
Team Pawpaw from Manila
Team MTS from Davao
Team PAWPAW and Team MTS had to survive a best of 5 series, which is not going to be easy. They had to go through several skirmishes to get here, and the finals match proved to be super difficult because they haven't had a chance to face each other prior to the finals match, they had no clue about their play styles and resorted to banning their MVP characters early on.
Much of their picks are assassins, marksmen, support and mages. Tanks are not meta?
Just to give you a picture, in Manila alone, they had 7K registrants, which they had to screen and arrange them all for eliminations. Today they held several rounds to pick the final 2 in the morning, so they're pretty much the best of the best riders for the Panda Legends tournament. Overall, they had 224 teams from 6 regions, with one goal, to win this all!
Team Pawpaw is from Manila, while Team MTS from Davao.
I also heard some of the other teams were there at the venue:
Pandamay from Cebu
South Riders from South Manila
Panda Warriors
The winner will get 240,000 pesos. That's definitely going to change lives if they win!
When the dust settled, TEAM PAWPAW from Metro Manila won the championship. They got to take home their cash prize and the trophy. Second place winner Team MTS didn't go empty handed because they also got huge home Bluetooth speakers and cash prizes too because they are basically winners of their own regions.
Congratulations to Team Pawpaw! How I wish I could join the games next year!
You know those graffiti signs in Makati lately? That probably was a sign of sweet things to come because AXE just came out with 2 new scents, Black Vanilla and Cherry Spritz.
And why not, men after all are sweet right? It's this side that's relatively been repressed, with no reason, not to keep machismo in check, it's 2025 and that way of thinking needs to change.
These new scents are under AXE Fine Fragrance Collection, something that they've been working on in the past year. Using essential oils, they've managed to do this one with the goal of getting over 72 hours of fragrance and deo work, you'll be impressed how it lasts on a normal day.
Black Vanilla is sweet, a little herby and juicy. I like sandalwood, and it seems to have it in there, so I love it. It also got notes of mandarin, banana, lavender, sage, basil, cocoa, vanilla too. Cherry Spritz is a little different. It's got a mix of cherries, red apple, notes of jasmine, amber, nutty praline, something sweet and lasts more than usual.
The murals by the way were made by artists Jappy Agoncillo and AC Bautista who does murals. I like how they connected to Filipino humor, the statements certainly felt personal. It welcomes the new side of men like it should, and does it fare well? Of course! AXE always delivers.
While folks were excited at the thought of MRLD (Meriel de Jesus) performing at SM SKYDOME last Sunday, she was a bit nervous, but that didn't really show on stage. It was a time to showcase what she's got to the public. So when it started, MRLD showcased how different she could do her music. The released tracks felt fresh and new with the different arrangement when she sang it on stage.
The show opened with Healy After Dark, with the band dishing out several romantic songs, quite severely popular on Spotify. MRLD also did several collabs with singer songwriter Ryannah Julia (they had super smooth delivery, felt young and hip to hear, loved her). Guest girl group G22 showed powerful pipes, you would wish to have them for your birthday. And as needed, MRLD also did songs with super cool artist Adie (a surprise for the crowd) who came in and sang "IKAW PA RIN". Gawd the fans went crazy with it. That combination is stuff for legends. MRLD did it relaxed while Adie's rifts was just crazy, it begged to have them immortalized on a single (please make one soon!).
Fans had so much fun, I was actually surprised how she really put things to heart and even danced on stage. I'm a new fan, this shows her range and depth as an artist and songwriter. I saw her perform with great gusto, eager to give her all for her adoring fans. It just shows her range, and I'm so glad to have witnessed it. Here's a clip of the finale, make sure you'll be there when she does another concert soon!
Congratulations MRLD and to OC RECORDS! You're amazing! You've barely scratched the surface of your potential and I can't wait to see how you'll turn out to be soon. "Sandali" is is certainly my current favorite. So happy to see you having fun out there!
Good
looking actor, councilor and pro racer Jomari Yllana welcomed us at the Okada Glass Ballroom this
morning for the Motorsport Carnivale 2025 hosted by Yllana Racing and
Okada Manila.
"I started underground racing during my teens, but
it was quick. I was picked up by Ochoa, managed my career and placed me
in Toyota in 1996. I got pro, and my advocacy for safe racing. It's
passion for competition, combination of thrill and admiration for
machinery. The more you practice, the more better you get from it. I'm
half a century old, paving the way to open races which has been banned
in the 80's, now we are organizing legal ones to guide more every step
of the way. Hopefully to promote and get future champs, and to also host
international races soon. We are setting up the platform for the next
generation. The circuits are there, the approach we are doing right now
is to bring back races in Manila."
He adds "We want to unite, you'll be
surprised because they are just waiting for a venue. May 4th will be
big, the Filipino motor culture is alive and this will be big!"
They have prepared several motorsports events this year to put Philippines in the world map and found home in the biggest integrated resort Okada Manila. The first event will be in May 4th, then one in the last week of June (TBA on Motorsport Carnivale 2025 social channels). As proud producers who are also in the industry, they want folks to enjoy races first as they are held in Manila. The last one was the Motorsport Carnivale 2023 which they also organized.
Rikki Dy-Liacco the Head of Motorsports at the Automobile Association Philippines says "We are equally excited, we had Motorsport Carnivale in 2023, and after a hiatus, we will have prepared over 2 years, to hopefully accommodate everyone, to have a long term relationship with Okada and do motorsports in this side of the metro. We believe the time is right, it's time to give back to motor sports."
He adds "As a part of AAP, my dream of putting motorsports back in its hey days, where local and foreign competitors would come and enjoy venues in Manila. This is a big opportunity to achieve that goal, Joms and I want to bring in a race event of international standards, if not this year, maybe next year. We are crossing our fingers to do it now, but if not, we can do it in 2026. This is why we are also focusing on amateurs and children."
Okada's VP for Hotels Robert Scott reiterates "We are proud to partner with Yllana Racing, with passion, local talent, we are building a great tourism event this coming Sunday. Here's to growing it, we are excited for this event!"
Here's our very candid interview with Jomari Yllana before the launch!
JOMS CUP The 1/8 Mile Challenge 2025 will also happen on May 31st, a drag racing event for Super Cars, Muscle Cars and Vintage Car Categories. They will also have one race specifically for Electric Vehicles, with celebrity drivers to do it. This will all amount to 2400 vehicles, thousands of car fans, same spirit and hopefully a comeback for a Philippine Grand Prix soon. The big awards night will be in November, and this will be a regular thing as they are already preparing for next year!
They also will be spearheading events for the Rally of Paranaque and Rally of Lubang will happen in June (and will have several city roads closed) and the plan is to have the course end in the same boardwalk so folks can see the racers in the finish line.
There are several projects in the pipeline, stay tuned for more updates from Motorsport Carnivale 2025 because they've got a great program lined up for you folks!
I couldn't believe it's been a year already. What started out as a normal conversation between diving friends, was all realized in this Maginhawa spot. Your favorite Dark Roast Coffeehouse is now a year old.
Business wasn't all smooth sailing, they admitted to have had challenges because while trying to improve their products and services, they didn't get a lot of feedback at first. Now they're taking suggestions seriously, and they are super thankful about the improvement and growth they have done during this time.
The fun bunch told us about the challenges they had about quality. Because they had different customers telling their preferences, and they also had different baristas at different times of the day, what could be sweet and earthy for one person wouldn't be the same for the other. They were able to standardize a lot of their prep work, their raw materials, considering these all were growth pains and something that businesses like them go through. They initiated telling their team about the standards they wanted to keep, not to say they've already overcame challenges, but knowing it's a continuous process of learning more about it.
Here's our interview with them that evening!
Their location is another one. Maginhawa after all is a food community and has about 5-7 coffee shops with more to open soon. It's not just the competition, but maintaining quality and consistency that every person behind the counter should adhere to. It's a lot of work just to make sure whoever is making the cup would taste the same whatever time of the day, made darker, bolder, better.
The celebration didn't end there as they launched 2 new bread variants particularly the OREO CROISSANT and the BLACK SESAME CROISSANT. They also released a new drink called MIDNIGHT MOCHA. As the name suggests, the breads are more on the sweet side (but not too sweet as Titos/Titas would love). I prefer the BLACK SESAME CROISSANT more since it also has a little nutty flavor with it. These were prepared by the same folks who did BUTTERBOY CROISSANTS who's known for their quality, big, flaky and sinful ones. In fact, it didn't take them long to collaborate with the new flavors because they were very easy to work with. Now you'll get super good croissants here every time.
This month, they're also building a full pledged community. Aside from the good bread and coffee they just launched, they're getting Dark Roast Coffeehouse merch available for loyal customers. With several visits and purchases at their store at the Ground Floor of TKC Square Building, you could get their super cool tumbler and handy dandy eco bag with the Darker, Bolder, Better line on it.
This is just the first year and they've managed to do a LOT in that short amount of time. I'm super happy for them and wished I could do the same with my set of friends. Folks usually won't suggest that, but seeing their success and milestones so far, I wouldn't be surprised if they're going to be huge soon.
Congratulations DARK ROAST COFFEEHOUSE on your anniversary!
Haven't been in Manila for a while but this spot deserves your attention. If you're in the mood for live entertainment, pretty sick DJ's, awesome music, food, drinks, and a great time, you should take the trip to 615 General Malvar Street in Malate, Manila to see SHINMA MALATE.
It's the hottest club this side of town. They've got well crafted cocktails and good bar food cooked ala minute. With several VIP tables, lounge chairs and bar tables, you can get those special occasions celebrated properly with a party. I haven't seen a place in this area that has got state of the art lights and sound system, something that could rival some of the biggest bars in Quezon City or nearby areas.
Changing the Entertainment Landscape in Manila
Malate is iconic, but in recent years it has been witness to obvious reduction in entertainment establishments. There is a need for places like SHINMA MALATE that could accommodate folks that need it in different price points, and they've addressed this quite nicely. It gives a different energy, as it is well designed, perfect for foreign nationals who would like to have Manila as a destination to party!
There were several DJ's during their opening night, one of which is female DJ Dead Niccss plus a multitude of local rappers who made sure folks have extraordinary music to dance along to. Kapuso actors also came to the event including owner Kimson Tan, his friends Kim Perez, Jay Arcilla, Brent Valdez and popular loveteam Sofia Pablo and Allen Ansay.
Might I suggest their Rosé wines, their huge Fruit Platter, Fried Chicken and Pizza. It's serving size is good for groups, mostly bar chow so have dinner before you get to SHINMA MALATE. They also have several house dancers who would entertain you to start the show. They also have KPOP dance nights, other surprise performers for different nights. They do play popular music, but mostly those that have been engineered well by the DJ's, so you get a different take with it.
You've got a lot of things to enjoy at SHINMA MALATE. It's time you have a very fun night in Malate, Manila if you are a little bored of other cities. I remember how I enjoyed our time there. Now head on to SHINMA for more fun nights!
