Divine Experience

Dusit Thani Manila has something really special this May. Celebrating Mother‟s Day this entire month for someone special, Devarana Spa brings the beautiful Nantha Garden to life by gathering fresh tropical blossoms to create a truly divine spa experience.
The "Heavenly Nantha Garden‟ treatment, all stress and tiredness are melted away as our mother dearest reconnect with the calming and uplifting natural appeal of nature. Treatment begins with Devarana Bath and Devarana Body Scrub experiencing enchanting pink floral petals together with the heavenly soothing aroma from exquisite essential oils distilled from jasmine and ylang ylang flowers. The relaxing essence of flowers gently pampers the skin and clears the mind. As one goes through the unforgettable session, the rejuvenating experience refreshes the senses to absolute wonder. This is then highlighted with the ultimate relaxing Devarana Massage. A fusion of ancient massages from the East like Thai, Ayurveda and Shiatsu with Western techniques like Swedish and Aromatherapy, with a bowl of hot water with freshly sliced lemon and orange for respiratory clearing.
The perfect gift for the most important woman in our lives--our mothers. Truly a divine experience for someone who deserves the best.




For more information, please contact:
Devarana Spa at Dusit Thani Manila
Direct Line: +63 (2) 238 8856 / +63 (2) 818 7081 Phone: +63 (2) 238 8888 ext. 8856
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New Year, New You

Health is wealth. This 2012, Devarana Spa brings the holistic health prevention retreat to protect body, mind and skin through a series of Season Change Haven Programs includes Fedora Retreat, Umbrella Sanctuary and Cardigan Hideaway. Each program combines the balancing life force spa treatments that help to improve your harmony and well.

There are three programs to choose from.  First, is the Fedora Retreat Program which will protect you from all uncomfortable concerns due to warm weather. Start Fedora Retreat Program with relaxing Yellow-Colour Therapy Hot Bath to slightly help boosting your food appetizer. Followed by Green Tea, Turmeric and Charcoal Body Scrub to brighten your skin, deep cleanse the skin pores and protect the complexion from UV ray and complete the program with Swedish massage, using Aromatic Tea Tree essential scent to assist in strengthening your immune system. Secondly, is the Umbrella Sanctuary Program assists in preventing you from monsoon blue and balancing your life energy through natural Green-Colour Hot Bath, Sea Salt and Tea Tree Body Scrub, Devarana Signature Massage and Passive Yoga Stretching. And lastly, the Cardigan Hideaway is an ideal spa retreat to warm you up , to strengthen your immune system and to deeply nourish your skin during the visit of chilly weather. Cardigan Hideaway Program relieves you from depression and fatigue from cold weather with Thai Herbal Coffee Bath. Then it gets your skin prepped and protected with Detoxifying Cocoa Caffeine & Vanilla Body Wrap and Reviving Source Facial Mask. It enhances your detoxifying experience with Aromatic Contouring and Detoxifying Massage.
The series of Season Change Haven Programs will rebalance and recharge your body and mind during weather variation. You will look good and feel great from the beginning of the year and beyond.  Perfect to start the year by feeling and looking good, these wonderful programs are available in all Devarana Spa's worldwide.

Season's Greetings

Christmas is coming soon and the best way to officially start the season is by lighting the symbolic tree that truly symbolizes the yuletide spirit :-)  Dusit Thani Manila is lighting up town on November 15 at 6pm and looking forward to jump start the season with this event.  Hope to see you there!

Celebration

Are you in the mood for a celebration? Dusit Thani Manila presents its ongoing Loi Krathong Festival from September 24-30.  History states that it's an ancient practice of paying respect to the river spirits or tribute to the goddess of water but nowadays it's all about the time to have fun.        In the spirit of this traditional Thai festivity, Dusit Thani has prepared a wonderful exhibition of handicrafts, delicacies and specialties one might want to check the booths at the hotel lobby.  Another treat is that Thai Airways(the national  carrier) and Tourism Authority of Thailand is offering a special promotional airfare and travel packages. Tomorrow September 28 at 7pm is a special night, one shouldn't miss the special cultural dance performance by the Thai Traditional Dance Troupe at the Benjarong Royal Thai restaurant. The Thai Traditional Dance Troupe is a group of traditional Thai performers are ambassadors  who preserve the nation’s heritage in dance (most important dance genres are known as the “Khon” (mask dance), “Lakorn” (dance drama) and folk dance) and music. What's in store for guests who dine is the chance to win a Lor Krathong Holiday Package which includes a round trip ticket courtesy of Thai Airways and hotel accommodations at Dusit Thani Bangkok.  And if you think you might go home empty handed, well think again because  everyone gets the chance to be a winner with their pick a prize activity and other gift items.  A time with a good reason to celebrate the traditional Thai way.  See you there!

Benjarong's Thai Lady Chef Pacharaporn Noinak.

For inquiries and reservations call +63(2) 238-8888 ext 8430 or e-mail dtmnfb@dusit.com.
Dusit International partners with the Preferred Hotel Group^TM, a global leader in hospitality representing over 850 of the finest independent hotels and resorts in the world. For more information please visit www.PreferredHotelGroup.com 

Passage to India

Craving for a great gastronomical adventure with Indian Cuisine?  Join Dust Thani Manila's celebration of India's independence via a week long food festival at Basix from August 10 to 16, 2011.  Offering the best specialities to satisfy the senses, this unforgettable treat is definitely food from the Gods. For all you foodies out there, it's definitely a spice of life one wouldn't want to miss.  But if Indian food isn't your thing and you're craving for something Thai then an alternative would be Benjarong--one of the best authentic Thai restaurants in Manila.  This author was recently invited for lunch and took pictures of the beautiful interiors for the first time-considering the countless dining experiences.  We were served a feast of spices in a variety of mouth watering and savory dishes.  The almost three hour lunch for the Allure (a Sunday section of the Philippine Star) was filled with good food, beautiful ambiance, and great conversation with our dearest friend--Dusit's young pr maveric Danelle Palang.  Check their restaurant's must-try monthly offerings, something that will truly make you come back for more. 

Dusit Thani is located at Ayala Center, 1223 Makati city, Philippines.

Green Revolution

Daniel Green.

Some thing is cooking up in Dusit Thani this coming July. Globally renowned International TV
personality, chef and author Daniel Green is coming to Manila in July 5 and you can catch a glimpse of him on the same date at 7pm in Tosca.  A leader in health advocacy, the author of six cookbooks, host for TV documentaries on Travel, Food & Living and consultant to top airlines, consumer products and brand leaders, this advocate of healthy eating and living is imparting great knowledge on how the right way to eat can change the world.  Backed up by 15 years of experience and his unwavering presence in the UK, US and Asian markets, the "model cook" of the culinary world is what every cook should aspire to be.  For all the foodies, connoisseurs, chefs and culinary experts out there, don't miss the date for this once in a lifetime experience with Daniel Green.  Take the art of eating to a whole new level from just a simple pleasure to something added with responsibility--who knows we might just save the world.

Think Green

Grilled to Perfection

One of the reputable Italian restaurants right in the heart of Makati has created an exciting lunch treat for the those who love hotel dining-Tosca.  The famous resto recently came up with an exciting offering called "Hot Off the Grill".  The executive lunch is fuss free which gives one a selection of either a two course meal that includes an antipasti buffet and choice of main course (P880+) or a three course meal which is practically the same but with additional dessert (P1,080+) all inclusive of vat, local tax and subject to 10% service charge.  For the main course, Tosca has a variety of steaks, meat, seafood or even fish grilled to perfection. The executive meal comes with a portion of Ceasar salad and sidings as well(potatoes either baked, fried etc.).  A hearty good meal where one would definitely get their money's worth.

Freshly brewed green tea.

Art?

Lovely buns.

Right for the picking.

 Anti-aging secret.

Juicy fowl.

Mussel it up.

Kani antipasti.

Perfect condiments.

This author had a medium well sirloin steak with baked potato.

The steak's add ons.  Bernaise (yellow) and mushroom sauce.

For reservations call Tosca at 238 8888 loc. 8838 or direct 2388838.  Tosca is located at the mezzanine floor, Dusit Thani Manila, Edsa corner Pasay Road, Makati city.

Treat for a King

Celebrations are very important most specially if it's for someone dear to us. Once a year we give tribute to one of the most valuable person in our lives--our dads. Are you thinking of something special for this up and coming special occasion? Well, Dusit Thani Manila's Devarana Spa has come up with a month long offering--Woody Neroli Facial,you'd want to treat your dad to he simply couldn't resist. On his special month from June 1-30, pamper him with the ultimate facial treatment to give that refreshing boost from all the stress of day to day life. This special promotion isn't limited to dads only but also for men in general who matter and deserve this exclusive one of a kind special.

This author was recently invited to experience the Woody Neroli Facial which is an hour and thirty minutes of pure uninterrupted bliss. The treatment begins with a thirty minute soothing back massage with your choice of aromatic oil from four special in-house concoctions. This helps to ease body stress and increase the circulation. The next step is the gentle cleansing and face scrub. Feather like touches on the skin begin the process of purification thus removing the rough outer layers which is then followed by an aromatic woody compress and face massage. One can't help but notice to feel their skin breathe and is released from all the tension. This step helps in the relaxation of facial muscles, boosting circulation and firming skin. we move on to the heart of the treatment-- the application of an Aloe Vera mask which works together with a Neroli Facial Mist(flower spray) to tone and rehydrate the skin. This flower spray has a remarkable cooling effect that locks in all the natural ingredients used to bring back the natural glow of the skin. Then followed by a cold compress to close the pores and seal the revitalizing experience. The treatment ends with an eye cream and moisturizer application to address the puffiness and restore the skin to its natural moisture and balance. Offering the best ingredients and personal service to its clients, Devarana Spa exclusively uses only top of the marine based products by Algotherm from France. This must-go and must try five-star experience is truly worth it and available for only PHP 3,800++. A worth it pampering men wouldn't want to miss.

For more information, please contact: Devarana Spa at Dusit Thani Manila           

Tel: +63 (2) 238 8856 | manila@devaranaspa.com | www.devaranaspa.com

Sweet Haven

Going to the spa is one of the ultimate joys and the perfect place to distress.  I was recently invited at the posh Devarana Spa at Dusit Thani in Makati by no less than 2011 Women of Allure awardee PR Manager Ms. Danelle Palang to try their most special offering.  Decided to go one night after a hard day's work to check out the Scrub Cake treatment that everyone's raving about.  I was welcomed by a great staff who's royal treatment I highly commend and servicing that's definitely nothing below five star.  
The Scrub cake treatment is the first of its kind in the Philippines. These sweet skin wonders come in four luscious treats to choose from namely Carrot & Orange, Butterfly Pea and Coconut, Green Tea & Red Bean and Pumpkin & Bael Fruit. Made from organic components, the natural one hour indulgence is a wonderful experience of rejuvenating the senses.  The skin comes to life as it is polished to perfection taking away all the dirt, excessive oils and actually feel "purified".  One falls under a trance with it's soothing aroma while it gently cleanses, exfoliates and nourishes every part of the body. The purifying and hydrating properties of this specially concoction refreshingly leaves your skin smooth with a radiant glow.  One is "lifted" with that unmistakable feeling of light and bright. I highly recommend this sweet special treatment and assure you it's all worth it.  I didn't want to leave this new found sanctuary but honestly the scent really made me hungry. Being a certified spa-addict, am really thinking of coming back soon.  After all, why settle anything less somewhere else when you've already experienced the unforgettable heaven in a scrub.  

Let them eat cake.

The most popular carrot orange scrub.

Cake offerings

The Scrub Cake treatment is exclusively available this 2011 at Devarana Spa, 2nd Floor Dusit Thani Manila. You can reach them at +632 8673333 ext 3941, +632 8187065 or 
email spamanilamgr@devaranaspa.com 

My little Japan

Irashaimase.

I love Japanese food.  From the sushi, sashimi, ramen and gyozas, more often than not I could eat a lot of it. I was recently invited by my good friend Danelle Palang for lunch at the popular UMU at Dusit Thani in Makati and knew it was going to be a yummy treat. UMU is one of my favorite restaurants in the city.  The famous food haven  boasts of beautiful and spacious interiors, five-star service, privacy  and most importantly a good menu with a wide range of Japanese specialties.  You can come fashionably comfortable because there's no strict dress code (but no slippers please) and its a nice place where one can eat and at the same time relax with friends.  

Lost in space.

Mellow yellow.

Light and Easy.

One of Umu's must-try signature special is their Teppanyaki Lunch Buffet (available from Monday-Friday).  An overflowing assortment of fresh seafoods, vegetables, chicken, pork and prime beef.  You can stuff yourself as much as you want until you get a delightful food coma.  You can always ask for hot tea to aid you in your digestion.  The perfect indulgence for those Japanese foodies out there.

Jap-setting.

Fish without tail.

Veggie delight.

Under the sea.

The lunch turned out to be an entire moment of catching up as usual. With us was up and coming young designer Pablo Cabahug ( Danelle's schoolmate in college) who recently won Most Promising Designer Look of Style Awards By Look Magazine and Phil.Daily Inquirer in cooperation with the British Council Manila. As part of his prize, the designer will be going to Central St. Martins in London this coming April to study a short course in design.  Could barely get up from my chair from the hearty meal. Excused myself for a smoke and when i got to the veranda facing the Japanese Garden (one of the "spots" where smoking is allowed) I was delighted to see schools of Koi.  Call me loonie tooney but the sight gave me a moment to embrace silence. A good insight after a wonderful meal and pleasant time with friends. Looking forward to my next visit to this wonderful place i call my little Japan.

Dusit Thani Senior PR and Events Manager Danelle Palang with Most Promising
Designer Look of Style awards designer Pablo Cabahug.



Koi spotting.

Umu is  open at 1130am-230pm and 530pm-10pm located at the ground floor of Dusit Thani hotel, Makati city.  For reservations  call 238 8888 or email dtmnfb@dusit.com