Premier jewelry salon Hoseki mounted a one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring a variety of its stunning pieces as part of its 22nd anniversary celebration. Established in 1996, Hoseki is renowned for creating jewelry that is art in itself. Primarily a design house headed by globally recognized jewelry designer, founder Faico, alongside corporate affairs director Zabeth Co, COO Harold Co, CEO Grace Co and partner and chief creative officer Knoi Esmane, Hoseki has become an undisputed powerhouse in the Philippine jewelry industry. The momentous occasion was attended by Manila’s most avid jewelry enthusiasts who could not help but marvel at the brand’s exquisite pieces and collections.
Francis, lover of the poor
Santuario De San Antonio Parish (SSAP), in commemoration of its sapphire jubilee, presents Francisfest 2018, featuring the Manila Symphony Jr. Orchestra conducted by Jeffrey Solares. Organized by big-hearted ladies and gentlemen in remembrance of St. Francis’ love for the poor, the concert is for the benefit of SSAP Foundation’s various outreach programs. Seen in the photo are (front row, from left) Caron Macasaet, Francisfest 2018 Parish Team co-chairman Minerva Tanseco and chairman Carrie Bautista, Baby Antonio, Tina Teehankee, Girlie Sison, Marie Tycangco and SSAP parish priest Fr. Reu Galoy, OFM with (back row) Parish Pastoral Council president Lucio “Jun” Rodriguez. Francisfest 2018 will be held on Oct. 18, 7 p.m. at the main Church of the Santuario De San Antonio Parish, Forbes Park, Makati City. For inquiries and ticket reservations, call the parish office at 843-8830.
The Family That Eats Together
Known for their commitment to family values, Dr. Ed Fores and his wife Beng always make sure that Sundays are reserved for gathering all their family members to dine together as one unit. Whether it’s sumptuous home-cooked meals or trying out the finest cuisines Manila has to offer, they always make it a point to spend time with the ones they love most. Seen in the photo during a recent family lunch at the Jasmine restaurant of the New World Makati Hotel are (seated, from left) Dr. Luci, Beng and Dr. Ed Fores, Rocco and Patrice Lozano with (standing) Minerva Tanseco, Sari, Dr. Miguel, Sabine, doctors Leo and Cherrie Fores with Chat and Hugo Lozano.