
When Makati turned into a playground for curious caffeine chasers
Coffee Plz 2026 leaned into that curiosity, returning to Ayala Malls Circuit in Makati with a larger mix of Philippine and international roasters, matcha…
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Alvin Kasiban is a Manila-based multimedia artist, photographer, and writer with a Fine Arts degree in Advertising Arts from the University of Santo Tomas (UST). He first earned recognition as chief photographer for The Varsitarian, where his work on the aftermath of Typhoon Glenda earned him the 2014 National Student Quill Award. His career includes significant contributions in visual storytelling, covering political events and general news, and he served as a Malacañang correspondent. Alvin has also excelled in art direction and photography, winning awards such as Globe Telecom's Picture Perfect 2.0 grand prize in 2019, Ateneo de Manila's 2020 Marciano Galang Acquisition Prize for his photo entries "May the Dead Not Take Me With it" and "Aid in the Frontlines," and a special commendation at the Catholic Mass Media Awards in the same year. Currently, he serves as the paper’s Creative Director for its Lifestyle section.

Coffee Plz 2026 leaned into that curiosity, returning to Ayala Malls Circuit in Makati with a larger mix of Philippine and international roasters, matcha…
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UST Faculty of Arts and Letters unveiled a 60th anniversary mural by the Blanco Brothers celebrating its legacy in Philippine literature, journalism and the…
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Hermès opens Maison Bond Street in London, a lavish six-building townhouse bringing all 16 métiers together with historic architecture, art, craftsmanship and…
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Professor Corazon Generoso-Iñigo, a pioneering figure in Philippine folk dance and ballet, is remembered for preserving Filipino dance traditions and mentoring…
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Cyma’s enduring appeal lies in its generous Greek comfort food, from grilled octopus and moussaka to lamb chops and flaming mozzarella, cementing its place as…
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The Peninsula Manila’s “Two Chefs, One Table” brings together French and Japanese culinary artistry through an unforgettable dining experience showcasing…
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