Last December, in cooperation with Vivz Fashion School , MM Milano showcased it’s latest sustainable fashion collection at Dubai World Fashion Week. Designed by Chona Bacaoco, a Filipina designer based in Milan, Italy, the dresses were made of natural and upscaled textiles like Hablon, Pineapple silk and recycled materials. The show has also brought together …
The brand recently launched an online ad featuring local Filipino personalities to introduce the V20 smartphone in the region. With the release of the new vivo V20 in the emirates and the rest of the GCC, Filipinos have been placed at the center stage as part of the brand’s latest communication initiative. With the official …
All new cookbook “Cuisinero – Taste the Philippines” celebrates global Filipino cuisine by purveyors from Dubai to California Award-winning author Flavel Monteiro teams up with Emmy Award-winning director, writer, and producer Keesa Ocampo and two of the Middle East’s finest Filipino chefs, Nouel Omamalin and John Buenaventura Monteiro and co-author Keesa Ocampo, along with chefs …
Illustrado’s Fabulous Party at the Armani Privé to celebrate its 300MIFG Release February saw a massive gathering of the Filipino community’s crème de la crème like no other, as Illustrado Magazine celebrated the release of their biggest and most anticipated issue yet on the 21st of February. The Illustrado 300 Most Influential Filipinos in the …
Now, THIS is what happens when Illustrado throws a party! Filipino designers, models, influencers and style personalities battle it out on the runway at Illustrado Fashion Bash 2019! It was a WALK-OFF EXTRAVAGANZA on the 23rd September evening at the Barbary Deli + Cocktail Club as FilipinoDesigners, international and local models, influencers and Dubai’s style personalities …
Dubai –DuBlog Power Card has officially been launched last August 8, 2019, at 8 PM, hence the iconic 08.08.08 theme at Burjuman Arjaan Rotana Hotel. The event was attended by various social media personalities, community leaders, press representatives, and his excellency, Consul General Paul Raymund Cortes and spouse Dra. Yasmin Balajadia-Cortes. Founded and headed by …
DTI-CITEM brings original Philippine design and craftsmanship to the biggest design event in the MENA region Before launching the 70th Edition of Manila FAMEth is October, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions(CITEM),will showcase some of the most promising brands in the home accessories and furniture industry …
Illustrado Day of Sisterhood Makes a Comeback in 2019! An event to foster cross-cultural bonds where women in the emirates can learn together and fearlessly discuss topics to enrich their lives. Illustrado revives its longstanding tradition of celebrating and bringing women together, this time going beyond the Filipino community and embracing the multicultural sisterhood in …
The weekend is fast approaching, and with the cloudy weather and almost-spring vibes, it’s absolutely imperative to be slurping down on a hot bowl of noodles! Wokyo is just about the hottest noodle bar in Dubai – with its cool street style gimmick, warm atmosphere and (of course), Asian noodle flava. Here are five ways …
It’s a Lovely Brunch Affair at Barbary Deli + Cocktail! From scratch, freshly made, and with one of the best drinks selections in town. It’s 45 minutes before brunch hour and I’m already in the mood for some good food and drink. The black staircase leading to the restaurant is lit with red neon signage …