Marco Polo Or ti gas Manila officially started its very own celebration of the 725th Swiss National Day.
“All Things Swiss ,” held in partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland, saw the hotel’s Swiss partners, the media and society guests gathered for a day full of Swiss food, cheeses and wine.
Guests were welcomed by Swiss model Raphael Kiefer and Marco Polo Ortigas Manila general manager Frank
Reichenbach, who is also a Swiss national. Guest-of-honor was Embassy of Switzerland Deputy Head of Mission Raoul
Imbach, who gave a speech about Switzerland, its diverse culture and food.
At the event, guests experienced the culture of Switzerland via a musical journey made possible by a special performance of the Swiss Army Band of 14 talented musicians led by Lt. Col. Patrick Robatel. As they listened to the sound of Switzerland, guests indulged in a flavorful Swiss set menu, specially prepared by the hotel’s well-trained chefs.
Chef Rolf Jaeggi from Marco Polo Hongkong opened the two-week long celebration by teaching how to cook Swiss favorites at a cooking class. A wine- dinner that featured a special four- course set menu that brought in the flavors of Switzerland was also offered at the hotel’s all- day dining restaurant, Cucina.
There are more treats coming. Indulge in a wide selection of Swiss dishes for a food festival at Cucina every day for a lunch or dinner buffet. Discover a wide variety of Alpine Pralines at Café Pronto. Relax and unwind the Swiss way over an unobstructed view of the metro with Swiss cheese buffet and wine, available every night for the whole duration of the promo that ends on Sept. 4.
Thank you, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, for bringing Switzerland to us!
Af ic ion a do Ge rma ny Perfume president and CEO
Joel Cruz recently threw an intimate birthday celebration for his close friend, Narvacan, Ilocos Sur councilor Chavit
Singson at one of his favorite Japanese restaurants — Makati Shangri-La’s Inagiku.
The restaurant’s service manager Ishikawa Yoshio, together with his award- winning culinary team and efficient wait staff, made sure Chavit and his guests would relish the night. Everyone enjoyed an indulgent spread of authentic Japanese dishes specially prepared for the occasion.
Cheers to Chavit and his zest for life!
(From left) Lt. Col. Patrick Robatel, Samuel Po, Swiss- Filipina TV personality Sarah Lahbati, Swiss Embassy Deputy Head of Mission Raoul Imbach and Marco Polo Ortigas Manila GM Frank Reichenbach at the traditional cutting of the huge Swiss cheese.
The sound of Switzerland: The Swiss Army Band and its musical director Capt. Stephane Terrin (center).
(From left) Philippine Swiss Business Council’s Luis Mendez, your columnist, Frank Reichenbach, Raoul Imbach and Samuel Po with Asian Development Bank’s Peter Marro and wife Sarah.
(From left) Marco Polo Ortigas Manila director of restaurants, bars and events Mirko de Giorgi and director of rooms Marlon Guevarra with Frontier Ortigas Hotel and Resort Corp. president Lily Te Pedrosa, Stephanie Po, Karl Po and resident manager Mike...
(From left) Turkish Airlines’ Elaine Dato and Erhan Balaban with Thai Airways’ Polapat Neelabhamorn and Malu Dueñas.
(From left) Tessie Tan, Arlene Chan, Josie Go, Sarah Lahbati, Elsa Ang and Annabelle Rama.
Baby Antonio, Embassy of Switzerland diplomatic affairs officer Katrin Mader and Pitang Tiongson.
Raoul Imbach, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila director of sales and marketing Roel Constantino and Turkish Airlines GM for the Philippines Erhan Balaban.
Fashion designer Renee Salud, Baby de Jesus and model Raphael Kiefer.
Reycel Tolosa with Tina and Rupert Jacinto.
Sheree Chua, Raymond Villanueva and Jayelles’ Ina Bugayong.
Jayelles’ Roselle Rebano, Ayna Ong and Girlie Pe.
Lily Te Pedrosa and Metrobank’s Gabriel Cayanan.
Daniel Neuberger and Asian Development Bank alternate executive director Johannes Schneider.
Swiss Embassy’s Diana Pearl Chan and Lt. Col. Patrick Robatel.
Lawyer Dot Gancayco and Marco Polo Ortigas Manila director of marketing communications Judith Los Baños.
Victorinox Swiss Army’s Jam Co and Lucerne’s Marnie Chua.
Mia Borromeo.
Asmara Inc . managing director Dr. Charles Sutter.
Connie Haw.
Grace PalmaTiongco.
(Seated, from left) Angola Consul Helen Ong, Jazz Carreon, Narvacan, Ilocos Sur councilor Chavit Singson and Jess Bartolome; (standing, from left) your columnist, Dr. George Sarakinis, Aficionado Germany Perfume president and CEO Joel Cruz, Joy Fong,...
(From left) Joel Cruz, Jazz Carreon, Chavit Singson and Consul Helen Ong.
This Bengal tiger stuffed toy is a special gift for Chavit.
Chavit Singson gets a cake from his well-wishers.
(Seated) Jess Bartolome; (standing) Jazz Carreon and Mel Bartolome.