By Emcee Go
Photography by Marguerite Lhuillier
The next few days in Cebu is forecasted to be cold and dreary with a strong typhoon threatening everyone’s Christmas party. So what better way than to cocoon at home with a few friends to remind us that it is indeed December!
In the absence of a crackling fireplace, our hostess used candles to light up the table, creating the lovely glow that only fire can create. Vines, leaves and fresh eucalyptus twigs were hung everywhere and gold accents further made the whole place cozy and inviting.
To set the table, natural elements like bamboo, twigs, woven materials and mother of pearl plateholders sparkled beautifully under the subtle lighting.
The intimate Christmas gathering, limited to 8 guests, made for a perfect Filipino holiday get together where the table is laden with organic lechon belly, locally sourced lobsters, home-made fresh lumpia, Cebuano pancit and biko as dessert!
Iris Arcenas (extreme right) hosted an intimate dinner with (from left) Christine Pelaez, Bernie Aboitiz, Pauline Hofer, Butch Carungay, Marguerite Lhuillier, Eva Gullas and June Alegrado
We hope you get inspired by this lavish Christmas spread for your Noche Buena.
Merry Christmas to all!
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Whichever the case, any gathering needs a space for people to get together somewhere accessible, with ample room to accommodate everyone, and of course, delicious food and drinks—all of which can be answered by Quest Hotel and Conference Center – Cebu.
Quest Hotel and Conference Center Cebu’s General Manager, Mia Leon, at the launch of the Dazzling Days of Christmas 2019
After launching The Dazzling Days of Christmas, Quest Hotel and Conference Center – Cebu, it’s clear that the hotel is a great location for all your holiday functions, and here’s why:
Your Christmas parties get an upgrade
For those looking to celebrate with loved ones, or with officemates, the hotel has two offerings for large gatherings. There’s the Bells & Carols, which comes at PHP1,190 net per person, and the Jingles & Sparkles, which comes at PHP890 per person. Check out the inclusions per package below:
Bells & Carols
PHP1,190 per person
Minimum of 50 persons
- Choice of International or Filipino buffet menu
- Complimentary Christmas pastries
- Signature Christmas drinks
- Christmas-themed centerpieces and stage decor
- 2-hour Photo Booth with Christmas props
- Use of venue for a maximum of four (4) hours
- PA System with two (2) corded microphones
- Waived corkage fee and handling fee for two (2) lechon
- Waived corkage fee for two (2) bottles of wine or liquor
- Waived energy fee for one (1) laptop and one (1) LCD projector
- Wood parquet dance floor
- Complimentary use of projector screen
- Wi-Fi connectivity in the function room
Jingles & Sparkles
PHP890 per person
Minimum of 50 persons
- Choice of International or Filipino buffet menu
- Signature Christmas drinks
- Christmas-themed centerpieces
- Use of venue for a maximum of four (4) hours
- PA System with two (2) corded microphones
- Waived corkage fee and handling fee for one (1) lechon
- Waived corkage fee for two (2) bottles of wine or liquor
- Waived energy fee for one (1) laptop and one (1) LCD projector
- Wood parquet dance floor
- Complimentary use of projector screen
- Wi-Fi connectivity in the function room
You get to feast on their festive menu
This season’s the time to indulge in the finest meals. Pusô Bistro & Bar is the ideal venue for intimate dinner with your partner, or for small family gatherings.
Their Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet comes at the early elf rate of PHP1,400 net per person, with Christmas Day Dinner Buffet and Christmas Day Lunch Buffet at the early elf rates of PHP1,250 net per person and PHP1,050 net per person, respectively.
They also have a special menu for their New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet at the early elf rate of PHP1,750 net per person, and New Year’s Day Dinner Buffet and New Year’s Day Lunch Buffet at PHP1,300 net per person and PHP1,050 net per person, respectively.
And just a tip: to enjoy the early elf rate, it’s best to reserve a table on or before December 10, 2019!
You get to meet Hansel & Gretel
Or at least, their mascots! The iconic characters bring the yummy treats and tasty sweets from their story to Quest Hotel and Conference Center – Cebu.
Drop by the gingerbread house at the lobby for your favourite Christmas pastries, which include a variety of cookies, cakes, and native delicacies.
What’s even better, though, is that the portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Philippine Accessible Disability Services, Inc. It’s a time of giving, after all!
Guests can hang their wishes on The Wishing Tree in the lobby
Your wishes will come true
It isn’t very often that we get to make a wish on a Wishing Tree, but Quest Hotel gives guests the opportunity to do so.
Guests get a free card for a minimum purchase of PHP1,000 on any of the Seed Studio Toys available at the Gingerbread House. Proceeds will be donated to the Philippine Accessible Disability Services Inc.’s (PADS) Prosthetic Project that aims to provide subsidized prosthetics to children and adults from low-income families.
There’s so much more in store
With Christmas fast approaching, activities are abound at Quest Hotel and Conference Center – Cebu, and it’s not hard to picture yourself spending it here.
For more information, you may visit their Facebook page, or official website.
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