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Radisson Blu Launches First Dilmah t-Bar in the Country

Radisson Blue Cebu launched the first Dilmah t-Bar in the country yesterday, March 3, with guest of honor, founder of Dilmah and the world’s most experienced tea maker Merrill J. Fernando and son Dilhan Fernando.

Dilmah Tea

Dilhan Fernando

Dilmah t-Bar at Radisson Blu Cebu celebrates an experience with the unique pleasure and natural goodness of 21 single origin teas, grown from low, mid and high altitudes from Sri Lanka, China, Japan and South Africa. Dilmah t-Bar is set to present a tea lifestyle with its collection of green teas, black teas, flavored black teas, infusions and very rare teas. The tea menu includes Morroccan Mint Green Tea, Ceylon Young Hyson Green Tea, Brilliant Breakfast, Rose with French Vanilla, Blueberry and Pomegranate, Lychee with Rose and Almond, Natural Ceylon Ginger Tea, Mango and Strawberry, Rooibos Pure Natural Organic, Natural Rosehip with Hibiscus, Sencha Green Extra Special, Single Estate Darjeeling, Tie Guan Yin and Rosemary with Peppermint Leaves.

Dilmah t-Bar Set-up

Dilmah is no ordinary tea, it is a brand that is founded on a passionate commitment to quality and authenticity in tea. Tea perfection is found in a cup served hot, fragrant and delicious, chilled or sparkling over ice, or as a rich Dilmah t-shake. Whether taken hot or iced, these teas are designed to help people relax, invigorate and enhance life.

“For centuries problems of mankind have been solved over a cup of tea. Whether they were problem between nations, amongst businesses, even families, between husbands and wives, tea has been the soothing balm that helped their solution. The simple act of pouring a cup of tea is in itself an ice-breaker, providing pleasurable anticipation of the goodness that is to follow. I have dedicated over 60 years of my life towards providing that cup, not only to solve problems but to add sunshine, to our day with every sip of Dilmah.” said Merrill Fernando.

Merrill J. Fernando, Founder of Dilmah

Beyond the luxurious indulgence of nature’s healing essence, Dilmah t-Bar has prepared tea-inspired gastronomy, featuring sweet and savory traditional high tea, served daily at the lower lobby from 3PM to 5PM.

Radisson Blu Cebu’s General Manager Nishan Silva and Director of Food and Beverage, Ramon Makilan have been trained in the Dilmah t-Lounges, t-Houses, and t-Bars in operation in several global destinations including Poland, Belarus, Australia, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka and now in the Philippines, all offering a quiet and relaxing environment with a variety of cocktails, mocktails, hot teas, shakes as well as tea-inspired gourmet snacks, cakes and desserts.

Black Tea

For more information, please call (63 32) 402 9900 or email reservations.cebu@radisson.com Dilmah t-Bar is now brewing at Radisson Blu Cebu fro 9AM to 11PM.

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LONDON IN FULL BLOOM: An Exclusive Look at the recent Chelsea Flower Show

Dame Judy Dench (center in white) with gallery owner, Jerry Sibal, Edwin Josue, writer Eva Gullas and artist James Doran-Webb.

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!