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The eight reasons you should check out the new Zee Lifestyle website

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Out with the old and in with the new. In line with celebrating 20 years of being Cebu’s premier lifestyle bible, Zee Lifestyle proudly announces the launch of a bigger and better website, designed to showcase the best of our features and pave the way for us to become Cebu’s online lifestyle authority.

So what does our much-improved website mean for our loyal readers? We break down the reasons you should check us more often—that is, if you haven’t set your homepage to us just yet.

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Familiar look, better features

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The new Zee Lifestyle homepage

The Zee Lifestyle website retains the easy-to-navigate interface that frequent visitors recognize and new guests won’t find completely overwhelming. It does pack a few punches here and there in terms of features. Our homepage is now comprised of the most recent articles from various sections such as People, Travel, Shopping and Dining, giving visitors a preview of everything we have to offer. The navigation menu is more streamlined so you can find articles of your interest. Additionally, the updated font family makes reading our articles easy on the eyes.

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A more dynamic sidebar

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A sidebar with links to other articles from the website

You’re going to wind up lingering in our website a little bit longer. Besides highlighting our most recent issue, the new sidebar contains links to our most popular articles, to our most recently published content, as well as to posts that you might like. We retain the mini-gallery of our Instagram posts so you can see what the team is currently up to, and a new search box makes searching for particular articles easier.

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Updates straight to your e-mail

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Enter your e-mail address to get updates

As of press time, our talented web developer Patrick Tsesemeli and online editor Michael Sanchez are currently working on perfecting the newsletter. Sign up, and you get website updates straight to your e-mail address, as well as information on our popular giveaways and other exciting promos (The Ultimate Travel Deals, anyone?).

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Advertising space, finally

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The Partners section is a space where YOU can place your ads

With everything moving towards the digital age, Zee Lifestyle understands the need to strengthen its online presence. Besides our current endeavors, we now offer our partners the much-anticipated option to advertise on a premium space on our new website. For more information, click this link.

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Extra, extra!

Download your free copy of the Hotel Edition

Download your free copy of the Hotel Edition

The internet loves free stuff, and Zee Lifestyle loves giving it. Alongside our abundance of original and magazine-derived content, we’re giving away complimentary editions of the Zee Lifestyle Directory, Cebu’s #1 city guide and usually available in hotels, resorts and restaurants. Simply click here to claim your copies.

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Be on the scene

The Parties section is where you can see YOUR photos

The Parties section is where you can see YOUR photos

Who doesn’t love to be featured online? Our Parties section contains galleries from the hottest events in town. Subscribe to Zee Lifestyle, and you get invitations to even more exclusive sorties, thereby increasing your chances of being on our website. Our Locales section, in which we ask Cebuanos about their favorite places in the Queen City, remains to be one of our website’s most popular features as well.

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Subscriptions made easier

The new Subscription form

The new Subscription form

A new and improved Subscriptions section will definitely change your life. Getting the latest editions of Zee Lifestyle straight to your doorstep is just a simple matter of filling out a form, and in the coming weeks you would have the option of paying via Paypal. Our digital editions are also available via Magzter.

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More original content

Our post on the top places to do #OOTD and #foodporn is one of our website's most popular original content

Our post on the top places to do #OOTD and #foodporn is one of our website’s most popular original content

As much as all these other features are designed to make your web experience better, the heart of the Zee Lifestyle website is in its contents. The team is continuously working to serve you with fresh and original content that would be relevant to you, from exclusive website-only articles to popular listicles you won’t be able to resist reading.

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What do you think about our new website? What else can we do to make browsing through our website better?  Zee Lifestyle would love to hear from you. E-mail us your feedback today!

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Some Enchanted Evening–Marguerite Lhuillier hosts a Despidida Dinner for Eva Gullas in her Fabulous Post-Modernist Maria Luisa Mansion

by Oj Hofer

The doyenne of everything bright and beautiful, Marguerite Lhuillier, hosted a dinner party in honor of her dear friend Eva Gullas at her effortlessly elegant home. She invited an intimate circle of guests for an evening of photo ops, fashion talk, positive vibes, and absolutely no politics—not even a whisper on the subject.

A 38-year-old Sapodilla tree with branches adorned with bird’s nest ferns and bromeliads that deepen its quiet, enduring beauty.

Upon entering the hostess’s expansive residence, guests were greeted by an open and welcoming space. A tall vase of fiery heliconias offered an instant boost of visual pleasure. Flanking this vibrant floral arrangement were two sacred sentinels: a Tibetan thangka of Compassion and Wisdom on the right console, and to the left, a serene image of Guanshiyin Pusa glowing with the aura of a Uruguayan amethyst geode. Completing this spiritual trio was a towering clear quartz cathedral geode. It felt as if each guest underwent a quiet cleansing and energizing upon stepping into a lush sanctuary framed by bougainvillea blossoms.

Marguerite Lhuillier, Mariquita Yeung, Frances Siao, and Christine Pelaez.

Cocktails were served at dusk. The usual spirits made their rounds—champagne, red and white wine—but this writer opted for a refreshing non-alcoholic cooler, which provided just the right kick. The extravagant tablescape featured a familiar array of cheeses and charcuterie, with my personal favorite, tortilla de patatas, delightfully arranged against the sparkling backdrop of Cebu City.

Standing Left to Right: Jun Pelaez, Dindo Arcenas , Lilet Heredia, Oj Hofer, Marguerite Lhuillier, Maris Holopeinen, Frances Siao, Christine Pelaez, Manolet Heredia, Erwin Siao Seated: Angelique Gradne Salve,Iris Fernan, Eva Gullas, Mariquita Yeung, and Jiji Gullas.

Dinner followed in a buffet-style spread catered by Café Laguna. There were no place cards on the table, allowing guests the freedom to choose their seats. Naturally, the dinner crowd gravitated between the gracious hostess, Marguerite, and the guest of honor, Eva. I was particularly fortunate to be seated beside Jun Pelaez, art connoisseur and collector. Our conversation flowed effortlessly into the realm of the arts, creativity, and life’s finer pursuits—pausing only with the arrival of desserts (my absolute weakness).

Jiji Gullas, Christopher Darza, Manolet Heredia, Dindo Fernan, and Erwin Siao

The final course of the evening featured the hostess’s famous leche flan and Christine Pelaez’s signature bibingka—sweet reminders that, like dessert, life is fleeting, but friendships, shared stories, and enchanting evenings like this one linger long after the last bite.

Eva Gullas, soon departing on a well-deserved hiatus, left us wrapped in laughter, elegance, and warmth. It’s a gift to have friends whose presence makes coming home to worth it.

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Can Art Spark Awakening? Inside Oj Hofer’s Tribute to His Zen Master

by Emmanuel Hamoy

On April 4, 2025, the much-anticipated exhibit One Flower, One World: Brushstrokes of Compassion and Wisdom opened at SM JMall, blending contemporary Buddhist art with interactive experiences. The event brought together art students, enthusiasts, collectors, social luminaries, community leaders, international Buddhist practitioners, and Dharma masters to celebrate Oj Hofer’s tribute to Venerable Master Hsing Yun through calligraphy, Zen ink painting, and Ikebana.

Erwin Choa (Adviser for Buddha’s Light International, Philippines), Marisa Fernan (Vice President of SM Prime Holdings Inc), Venerable Yung Guang (Head Abess of Fó Guāng Shān, Philippines), Marguerite Lhuillier (Social Luminary and Animal Rights Advocate), Sheila Go ( Adviser for Buddha’s Light International, Cebu)

Margie Lhuillier, artist Oj Hofer and Mariquita Yeung

Oj’s live calligraphy demonstrations captivated guests, offering them a unique chance to witness his creative process and receive personalised calligraphy pieces. The afternoon culminated in an exclusive cocktail reception featuring delicious vegetarian delicacies prepared by Nonki Japanese Restaurant.

Joy Uy, Francis Dravigny, Venerable Yung Guang, Marissa Fernan, Margette Sarmiento

Among the distinguished guests were Oj’s muse, society maven Marguerite Lhuillier, SM Holdings’ Marissa Fernan, Buddhist advisers Sheila Go and Erwin Choa, and, most importantly, Fo Guang Shan Philippines’ Head Abbess, Venerable Yung Guang, who shared reflections on Master Hsing Yun’s teachings and the role of art in spiritual practice.

Artist Oj Hofer and Paeng Batuigas (Senior Assistant Vice President, Visayas Marketing, SM Supermalls)

The exhibit was a resounding success, showcasing how art can foster reflection, connection, and understanding in a diverse, multicultural society. The event was made possible with the support of SM JMall, Buddha’s Light International Association, and Fo Guang Shan Philippines.

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Villa Mariquita: An Evening of Elegance, Laughter, and Fine Champagne

by Emmanuel Hamoy

Villa Mariquita opened its doors to a very select few. On cue, a server hands you a glass of Pol Roger as Mrs. Yeung warmly greets you, effortlessly chic in a perfect pair of Chanel jeans and a pullover. Conversations over food, between sips of wine and champagne, range from the mundane to the profound—each exchange punctuated with laughter, and then even more laughter.

Margie Lhuillier, Frances Siao, this writer and Mariquita Yeung

Mariquita Yeung sharing experiences with guests on art collection

Oj Hofer, Freemont Base, Eva Gullas, Frances Siao, Jun Escario, Margie Lhuillier, Cary Santiago, the host Mariquita Yeung, Phillip Rodriguez, this writer, Christine Pelaez, Tamsin Booth and Pearl Atienza

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