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Tablescapi­ng with Irene Wicklein

PLUS: Post-Valentine’s get-together at Edi Tekeli’s taverna

- BECKY GARCIA

STEP into Irene Wicklein’s captivatin­g world of tablescapi­ng, where every meal feels like a special occasion. With her keen eye for detail and passion for aesthetics, Irene elevates ordinary gatherings into extraordin­ary events, transformi­ng everyday dining into magical moments.

Each of Irene’s tablescape­s is meticulous­ly curated to suit the occasion and the people she is hosting. She uses everyday items found in the kitchen or living room to create beautiful centerpiec­es. From the humble calamansi to vintage cutlery and freshly cut flowers, beauty and practicali­ty blend seamlessly, bringing joy to the senses and sparking lively conversati­ons.

When guests gather around the table, they immediatel­y feel the warmth of her hospitalit­y. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, setting the stage for a delightful meal ahead. But what really makes Irene’s tablescapi­ng special is how it brings people together. Conversati­ons flow easily, laughter fills the air, and friendship­s deepen as they share in the joy of delicious food and good company.

Meanwhile, Edi Tekeli’s taverna was the venue of the post Valentine’s get together of friends led by Ningning Littaua, Celine Bautista, Sandra Viray, Mariko Javier, Chichi Laperal and Dr. George Sarakinis.

Invited to pose for a photo with the group was Ambassador Joey Antonio who was dining at the same place with some businessme­n friends. The group enjoyed the delicious food offered by the restaurant’s owner Turkish Edi Tekeli, like lasagna, salami pizza, Robespierr­e, tiramisu and panna cotta. They promise to go back and try the other Italian dishes.

 ?? ?? Using calamansi and lemons as decoration­s
Using calamansi and lemons as decoration­s
 ?? ?? Pink Valentine tablescape
Pink Valentine tablescape
 ?? ?? Hi Society and Irene Wicklein
Hi Society and Irene Wicklein
 ?? ?? Tulle and cut flowers
Tulle and cut flowers
 ?? ?? Chinese New Year tablescape
Chinese New Year tablescape
 ?? ?? Hi Society, Marivic Rufino, Irene Wicklein, Riko Kell, Fortune Ledesma, (standing) Claire Piton, Anna Lagon and Indri Akyol
Hi Society, Marivic Rufino, Irene Wicklein, Riko Kell, Fortune Ledesma, (standing) Claire Piton, Anna Lagon and Indri Akyol
 ?? ?? Marivic Rufino, Rosalind Wee, Hi Society, (standing) Elsa Kapunan, Fortune Ledesma, Irene Wicklein, Virginia Lane and Cecile Labra
Marivic Rufino, Rosalind Wee, Hi Society, (standing) Elsa Kapunan, Fortune Ledesma, Irene Wicklein, Virginia Lane and Cecile Labra
 ?? ?? Muna Syarifah, Sweet Latt, Irene Wicklein, Tess Syquia, (standing) Elise Zhukova, Jazgul Dyikanbaev­a, Mila Jude, Bonu Iskandarov­a, Vonny Perkins and Vi Dela Cruz
Muna Syarifah, Sweet Latt, Irene Wicklein, Tess Syquia, (standing) Elise Zhukova, Jazgul Dyikanbaev­a, Mila Jude, Bonu Iskandarov­a, Vonny Perkins and Vi Dela Cruz
 ?? ?? Ana Regalado, Lisa Carandang, Cean De Vries, Geralyn Evangelist­a, Irene Wicklein, Kathleen Christi, Eileen Buensuceso and Sheila Gfrei
Ana Regalado, Lisa Carandang, Cean De Vries, Geralyn Evangelist­a, Irene Wicklein, Kathleen Christi, Eileen Buensuceso and Sheila Gfrei
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 ?? ?? Hi Society, Chichi Laperal, Sandra Viray, Ning Littaua, Celine Bautista, Mariko Ibarra and George Sarakinis
Hi Society, Chichi Laperal, Sandra Viray, Ning Littaua, Celine Bautista, Mariko Ibarra and George Sarakinis
 ?? ?? Rosemary stem as decoration
Rosemary stem as decoration
 ?? ?? Leaf as name card
Leaf as name card

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