The Philippine Star

Celebratin­g Mom

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This month of May, Shangri-La at the Fort celebrates everything about moms and family. Guests can book a one- or two-bedroom Shangri-La Serviced Residence and enjoy an array of child-friendly amenities and activities both inside and outside of the hotel. This package includes a family buffet breakfast at High Street Cafe for two adults and two children 11 years old and below, all-day access to Adventure Zone for up to two children, all-day access to Kerry Sports Manila, in-room camping set-up with a tent, bean bags and sleeping bags, a variety of amenities including welcome treats, Adventure Zone apparel, Boni the Bull backpack and children’s bathroom items.

Families can also participat­e in two activities from Adventure Zone: Boni the Bull’s Quizzical Adventure trivia tour around the complex and the SNAPventur­e photo challenge. Those who successful­ly complete the activities will receive a special gift from Adventure Zone with a souvenir photo. For Stay & Play, a two-day advanced booking is required.

Have tea or coffee over cakes and pastries at the High Street Lounge. The Western and Asian afternoon tea sets for two are available year round while the Sweetest Afternoon Tea for Two made especially for mom will be available exclusivel­y on May 13. Service is at 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The most exciting news of all is this May, High Street Cafe collaborat­es with its first ever guest chef at the Filipino station for three days of May, including Mother’s Day. The “Lechon Diva” herself, Dedet dela

Fuente of Pepita’s Kitchen, will showcase three Filipino favorites: Truffle-stuffed lechon

de leche, kare-kare and Crab gulong-gulong. Dedet’s love for cooking was inspired by her mother’s passion in the kitchen. The Lechon Diva’s dishes will be available for dinner on May 11 and 12, and for both lunch and dinner on May 13. Those celebratin­g Mother’s Day at the High Street Cafe can expect a heartwarmi­ng spread of Filipino favorites, chef’s signatures as well as over the top sweets.

Guests may opt to experience the “Healthy Momma” package with a 60-minute massage, a 60-minute customized facial treatment and a healthy snack. The other option is the “Mom & I” package priced for two, which includes a 60-minute massage, followed by 30-minute sea salt body scrub. End this treat with Afternoon Tea for Two at the High Street Lounge.

These Mother’s Day specials are available for the entire month of May.

(For room reservatio­ns, e-mail reservatio­ns. slfm@shangri-la.com. For inquiries on any of the specials, call 820-0888.)

 ??  ?? An in-room camping set-up for kids and kids at heart to enjoy.
An in-room camping set-up for kids and kids at heart to enjoy.
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The ‘Lechon Diva’ Dedet dela Fuente.
 ??  ?? Treat mom to a relaxing massage on Mother’s Day at Shangri-La at the Fort.
Treat mom to a relaxing massage on Mother’s Day at Shangri-La at the Fort.

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