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Mayora’s Vision: A Boundless Celebration

Founder Frances Lim Cabatuando, lovingly known as ‘Mayora’ by the devoted HB community, shares her excitement about this extraordinary event. “It’s the first independent event that we’re doing, so we have no limits,” she exclaims. The bazaar is set to host esteemed brands like Tough Mama, PLDT Home, and Ayala Malls Manila Bay as co-presenters, along with prominent home professional organizations like United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) and Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) offering free home consultations for eager attendees.

Unleashing the Home Enthusiast’s Dreams

The Home Buddies Bazaar brings to life Pinterest-inspired concepts through specialized booths and shops. More than 30 home and living merchants will gather, promising to ignite the inner budol (an endearing Filipino term for irresistible purchases) in every visitor. This event also marks the inaugural “grand eyeball” of the growing online community, boasting over 3.2 million followers on Facebook to date.

A Day of Extravaganza

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Pasay City on October 1, 2023, this one-day event promises an immersive experience. Beyond the extensive array of home improvement merchants and booths, attendees can enjoy on-stage segments, engaging games, thrilling activities, and soul-stirring performances. Alt-rock icons Barbie Almalbis and Sandwich will headline the event, joined by promising newcomers I See Bees, New York Heights, Raven and the Papis, and Sofia Carpizo.

The Force Behind the Bazaar

Home Buddies Bazaar is co-presented by PLDT Home, Tough Mama, and Ayala Malls, and is graciously supported by esteemed partners including GNN Entertainment Productions, the 210.ph, MStudio, NYMA, UAP, and PICE. Special thanks extend to sponsors like FWD, Davies Paints, Tinybuds, Samgyupsalamat, Omni Electrical and Lighting, CW Home Depot, 3D Appliances, Bostik, and other generous brand buddies.

Your Invitation Awaits!

Hosted by Eryka Lucas, Kevin Montillano, Coco Cordero, and Frances Cabatuando, this event promises a day of revelry and discovery. Admission is free! Stay updated on all the excitement by following the Home Buddies page or joining their vibrant group on Facebook. Save the date, because Home Buddies Bazaar is where style meets savings, and home dreams come alive!

Details provided in a recent press release.

Have you ever found yourself somewhat distracted from the storyline of your newest binge-able Korean drama because you can’t take your eyes off the sumptuous dishes that your oppas and unnies are feasting on?

If you’ve been salivating over the colorful and appetizing food that make appearances in your favorite K-dramas, then Ayala Malls Manila Bay’s Korean Town should be right up your alley.

Home of authentic Korean specialties

Located in this hub is Hahn Restaurant, a stalwart when it comes to authentic Korean cuisine.

Inside its elegant interiors, you can sit down and dine in comfort as you experience Korea and its culture through food with your special someone, or with your family and friends.

You may also entertain a large group in one of the VIP Rooms (both can be combined into one even larger room for bigger parties).

You may also opt to enjoy your Korean food al fresco by stepping out to the veranda.

True to its positioning as the home of authentic Korean cusine, its offerings are prepared using traditional cooking methods such as fermenting, boiling, blanching, seasoning, and pickling. These are served with bap (cooked rice), kuk (dishes with broth), kimchi (traditional Korean sode dish made of fermented and seasoned vegetables) and banchan (side dishes), to be consumed at the same time, as the layering of flavors and textures is a hallmark of Korean dining.

A feast fit for an emperor

If you’re all set to expand your gastronomic horizons in Korean cuisine, Hahn Restaurant’s Emperor’s Feast will bring you the classic Korean faves, all in one set, meticulously prepared by the resto’s Chef Isagani according traditional Korean methods.

With this exciting meal set, you and a friend can enjoy a filling array classic Korean flavors for just Php980, which includes:

Kimchi-Jjigae. The central dish of the Emperor’s Feast, this hearty stew made with kimchi, pork belly and gochujang brings you spicy, tangy and umami flavors with each spoonful.

Hahn Gimbap. To cool your palate, you can bite into a few slices of cooked rice, crisp vegetables and meats rolled in dried seaweed sheets.

Bibimbap. For a truly satisfying meal for you and your companion, two servings of Hahn Restaurant’s best-seller – the Bibimbap, made with cooked rice topped with sauteed vegetables, kimchi, sliced meat and fried egg – will be served.

Banchan. Bite into these delicious side dishes to complement your meal.

To complete the set, you and your friend can choose two sodas from the restaurant’s beverage menu.

The Emperor’s Feast is truly a feast for the taste buds, but you need to hie yourself over to Hahn Restaurant asap to experience it as it’s available for a limited time only.

If you feel that a visit to a Korean restaurant is not complete without grilling some meat, you can always add an ala carte order of Pork Belly Samgyupsal for just Php350.

So whenever you feel like grabbing the food off the K-drama lead’s hands during your binge-watching sesh, just drop by Hahn Restaurant to get your taste of deliciously authentic Korean food.

Hahn Restaurant is located at Third Floor, Korean Town, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Paranaque City, open Mondays to Thursdays from 10am to 7pm and Fridays to Sundays from 10am to 9pm. For inquiries and reservations, call +63 2 79337658 or +63 906 2142575.

You may also order from its website for delivery. Here’s a tip: Use my code JellyHR15 and get 15% off your orders (excluding The Emperor’s Feast). Code is valid until August 31, 2022 for online purchases.

To stay updated on its latest promos and offers, follow Hahn Restaurant on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube.

Disclosure: I attended a food-tasting held in the restaurant. Food items mentioned here were served to facilitate the experience for an honest review.

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