The flavors of Spain
Amparito Lhuillier, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu (MPPC) general manager Brian Connelly, Cebu’s authority on Spanish cuisine Gema Pido, and Jaime Picornell lead the traditional slicing of the jamon Serrano which signals the start of the Sabores de España celebrations.
Cebu City’s most avid food enthusiasts enjoyed a gastronomic adventure as Marco Polo Plaza Cebu (MPPC) recently held Sabores de España, an annual celebration of the best of Spanish cuisine. Led by MPPC general manager Brian Connelly and Cebu’s authority on Spanish cuisine Gema Pido, the festivities were held at the hotel’s top-quality signature outlet Café Marco. The five-star hotel’s team of culinary experts whipped up a delectable spread of Spanish dishes including jamon serrano, paella, fabadas, lengua estofado and assorted tapas, delighting the foodies in attendance. It is true what they say in Spain: good food is a way of life!
A celebration for Alex
Society photographer Alex Van Hagen was feted with a fun merienda party. Held at the North Forbes Park Pavilion in Makati City and hosted by lovely ladies Guatemala consul Mellie Ablaza, Nene Leonor, Linda Ley, Yoli Ayson, Mimi Valerio, Duday Tuason, Agile Zamora, Connie Haw and Elaine Rojas Villar, the guests enjoyed a sumptuous spread of well-loved Filipino food, as well as superb conversations. It was a true celebration of life and friendship. Until the next one!
