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Mövenpick’s Ibiza Beach Club awarded in the Philippine Tatler Best Restaurants 2014

The Ibiza Beach Club of the Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu was recently honored in the Philippine Best Restaurants for 2014. Recognized as one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the country, this cutting-edge dining, entertainment and lifestyle outlet has received high scores for its setting, food, wine and service.
Since its opening last December 2012, Ibiza Beach Club has been home to the Balearic- style Churrasco, a hearty feast of all-you-can-eat barbecue offering nine kinds of meat and four kinds of seafood. Mediterranean tapas and Asian Fusion cuisine complemented by an impressive selection of fine wines included in the extensive menu.
The Philippine benchmark in good food, The Philippine Tatler Best Restaurant guide provides tips for the foodie traveler. Here’s an excerpt from its review of Ibiza Beach Club.
“Ibiza Beach Club at the Mövenpick is the place to be to enjoy spectacular sunset views over the Mactan channel with its wonderful cocktails and fun party atmosphere. Prepare your appetite for the Balearic Churrasco, the house specialty. There is a staggering array of grilled items “US prime beef, lamb, pork, chicken and seafood- brought to your table for you to choose from. Ask for small portions so you can enjoy them all.”
Ibiza Beach Club also boasts the very best in daily dinner shows featuring the resident entertainment team performing 5x a week. Themed shows include retro pop, latin, disco, and more.
Knuth Kiefer, the hotel’s General Manager shares “We are thrilled that Ibiza Beach Club has been recognised amongst the Philippines’ Best Restaurants by Philippine Tatler. Ibiza was designed to be a lifestyle experience in itself and our guests, and now Philippine Tatler agree.”
For reservations or more information, please call (02) 799 1111, (032) 492 7777 or email hotel.cebu@moevenpick.com.
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LONDON IN FULL BLOOM: An Exclusive Look at the recent Chelsea Flower Show

The Chelsea Flower Show in London, one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the world, returned in full glory in May 2023, captivating visitors with its stunning displays and landscape designs. Held annually on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London, this year’s show proved to be a true feast for the senses, showcasing an array of breathtaking gardens, vibrant floral arrangements, and innovative landscaping. The 3-day event showcased 36 outdoor gardens, including four balcony gardens for small spaces. Inside the giant pavilion, blooms compete with each other, exotic flowers, roses, and many more.

Princess Kate Middleton walking the booths at the Chelsea Flower Show.

Dame Judy Dench, who owns several of Webb’s pieces in her garden, with James Doran-Webb and Jerry Sibal discussing the works of James.

One of the flower arrangements competing at the show.
The 2023 Chelsea Flower Show embraced a Nature’s Harmony theme, with a strong focus on sustainability and mental health. The show’s organizers emphasized the importance of sustainable gardening practices and biodiversity conservation, inspiring attendees to create beautiful outdoor spaces while preserving and protecting the environment.

One of the floral gazebo displays recycled chairs and salvaged materials.

Shops at the Chelsea Flower Show are mostly from sustainable materials.
What’s Cebu got to do with the Chelsea Flower Show in London? One person. James Doran Webb (https://www.jamesdoranwebb.co.uk), an Englishman working with driftwood, has been displaying his artworks for several years. James collects cast-off driftwood and shapes them into beautiful animal shapes that find places in some of the most iconic gardens. Leaping horses, owls, reindeer, and the occasional dragon, James Webb’s creations are avidly collected by landscapers to add accent to gardens in all sizes, using cast-off wood, fitting perfectly with the sustainable element—something Mr. Webb has done quite well for the last decade.

The impressive dragon of James Doran-Webb
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The Philippine International Flower Festival will be held at the PICC in Manila from January 14 to 18, 2024. Watch out for more info from our website!
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