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Tatler Dining launched it's very first Philippine Cocktail Festival earlier this March, with 12 special cocktails by 12 top mixologists, delicious bar chow, and more
Just last week, from March 23-24 2023, Tatler Dining held its very first rendition of Philippine Cocktail Festival at Shangri-La the Fort, Manila. Following the great success of our first F&B ticketed event Off Menu Philippines 2022, this beverage-focused festival was a spirited celebration of our local cocktail culture, boasting the wealth of talent our nightlife industry has to offer.
Tatler Dining’s Philippine Cocktail Festival 2023 proudly featured these 12 top mixologists:
- JV Naive – Oto
- Dan Santos – The Curator Coffee and Cocktails
- Claude Delima – The Spirits Library
- Abby Quilal-Ian – Salt and Ice
- Kent Llorico – The Back Room, Shangri-La The Fort, Manila
- Faye Fernando – Baccarat Room & Bar, Solaire Resort & Casino Manila
- Royce Pua – Recraft, Some Young
- Kevin Corales – Southbank Cafe + Lounge
- Tog Exconde – Blind Pig
- Jason Nuqui – Bank Bar
- Aaron Goodall – Don Papa Rum
- Clayton Munar – Alibi Lounge and Bar, Crimson Filinvest
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Each night, our curated roster of bar experts prepared their own special cocktail at their dedicated booths. Armed with a handy pocket booklet that detailed these 12 creations, our 600-odd guests got to order 6 of their favourites. While watching in wonder as the mixologists showcased their technical deft, our guests were also given the opportunity to ask how the cocktail came about and get acquainted with the lesser-known native ingredients and mixology techniques they utilised. Inspired by local ingredients and flavours, each tipple demonstrated an inimitable Filipino flair you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
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In addition to these one-of-a-kind drinks, guests were treated to free-flowing Chandon Garden Sprtiz, Hennessy VS Cognac, and red wine, plus an elegant spread of crave-worthy bar chow, Tatler Dining style. Filled with contemporary yet comfortable lounge seating, plus upbeat music by our DJs Tomas (Tomas Cabili) and AYØN (Ayon Sanchez), Bonifacio Hall came alive as guests raised a glass to our 12 mixologists, enjoyed phenomenal cocktails, and exchanged tasting remarks with friends old and new.
Throughout the festival, we also played video messages from Peter Faulhaber, head of wealth and personal banking of HSBC Philippines (our main partner for the event) and Tatler Dining editor Isabel Francisco, plus a special video featuring each of our 12 mixologists working their magic behind the bar.
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Co-presented by HSBC Philippines, with Gold Partner Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, and supported by Johnnie Walker, Don Julio, Tanqueray 10, The Singleton, Moet Hennessy, and Don Papa Rum, Philippine Cocktail Festival 2023 was an unforgettable get-together of bar professionals, cocktail connoisseurs, and curious festival-goers alike, all in the name of promoting homegrown talent and flavours.
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About
Lauren’s love for food came much later in life than one would expect— an obsession awakened in the streets of Melbourne’s multicultural dining scene. Armed with this newfound passion, she returned to the Philippines determined to discover the best eats in her home country, with a personal advocacy to champion local cuisines and homegrown talent. Nothing is off-limits; if it’s delicious, it’s worth celebrating.
Work
As Tatler Dining associate editor, Lauren covers all things food and drink, from listing the latest openings in our monthly Dining Radar to interviewing chefs and bartenders about the biggest obstacles crippling the industry today. Beyond the digital space, she also organises Tatler Dining’s tentpole events, including Off Menu and Tatler Dining Kitchen, as well as the annual Tatler Best Philippines awards night and guide launch, detailing the best restaurants in the country.
For leads and event invites, contact her via lauren@tatlerphilippines.com or follow her on Instagram at @laurengolangco.
Photo: Ralph Mendo
