Cover Somerset Alabang Manila celebrates its 10th anniversary (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Somerset Alabang Manila celebrates its 10th anniversary (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
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Two fresh dining establishments—Veranda at SAM and Soluna—headline Somerset Alabang Manila's 10th anniversary celebrations
For 10 years, Somerset Alabang Manila has welcomed international travellers, families and the local community into its fold. It has done so by offering a genuine warmth that is often only replicated in the comfort of home. Indeed, over the decade, it has transformed into a lifestyle destination where guests can dine, gather and celebrate under one roof. To celebrate this milestone, it is highlighting two of its latest culinary concepts—two more convincing reasons to take the trip down south.
“Over the past decade, Somerset Alabang Manila has evolved alongside the city itself,” general manager Joyce Pascual-Agsaway explains. “We’ve expanded our facilities, enhanced our wellness and recreational offerings, introduced new dining concepts and continuously upgraded our services to meet the changing expectations of today’s travellers. While our facilities continue to grow, our purpose remains the same—to be a trusted home away from home.”
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Above Each dish is made from the ground up, supporting local farmers and artisans (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Above Aside from their greens, Veranda at SAM also features hearty mains and Filipino classics, such as black garlic adobo (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Each dish is made from the ground up, supporting local farmers and artisans (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
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Veranda at SAM quietly opened its doors last February, offering all-day dining that features both Filipino and Western dishes. Its most notable quality is its commitment to serving those plates with the utmost sustainability. Ingredients are mindfully sourced locally, supporting farmers and artisans alike. It has consciously chosen a rather difficult road, and diners are rewarded for it. Their crisp greens are the highlight of their menu, including old favourites such as their waldorf and caesar salads.
“Sustainability encourages us to think beyond the finished dish,” executive chef Jeffery Reyes emphasises. “We carefully consider where ingredients come from, how they are produced and how we can maximise their use while minimising waste. This approach influences our menu development through seasonal ingredients, responsible sourcing and thoughtful preparation.”
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Reyes recommends trying the salmon fillet with furikake: the delicate salmon is given an added layer of depth with its bold umami flavours, while its garnish of seaweed and sesame seeds reflects the establishment’s sustainable approach and philosophy. Additionally, consider their black garlic adobo, a classic favourite elevated with refinement but maintaining that element of familiarity. For dessert, try the purple yam cheesecake, a sugar-free (and therefore, guilt-free) treat that is equal parts indulgent and nostalgic.
Above In the mornings, enjoy fresh cups of coffee at Soluna (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Above When night falls on Soluna, imbibe in craft cocktails (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
In the mornings, enjoy fresh cups of coffee at Soluna (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
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Above Guests can expect a sweet and savoury selection of freshly baked pastries (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Guests can expect a sweet and savoury selection of freshly baked pastries (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
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Soluna—a portmanteau of Sol (meaning “sun”) and Luna (meaning “moon”)—signifies its position as a constant, persisting presence within Somerset Alabang. Whether starting your day with a cup of coffee and freshly baked pastry or winding down in the evening with expertly crafted cocktails, there is a seat at the bar waiting for you. This highly anticipated social space opened on July 31, as a culmination of the hotel’s anniversary celebrations.
“[It] reflects Somerset Alabang’s promise of balance, comfort and connection,” Reyes explains. “It serves as a welcoming social space where guests can transition seamlessly from productive days to relaxing evenings while enjoying thoughtfully crafted food and beverages.” Signature cocktails, refreshing flavours and premium spirits await visitors during its twilight hours, while specialty coffees, artisanal tees and non-alcoholic drinks are available for its daytime clientele. “Guests can look forward to freshly baked pastries and desserts crafted with quality ingredients, designed to complement our beverage offerings.”
Above Somerset Alabang Manila Studio Premier (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Somerset Alabang Manila Studio Premier (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
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Above Somerset Alabang Manila's lobby library (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
Somerset Alabang Manila's lobby library (Photo: courtesy of Somerset Alabang Manila)
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Somerset Alabang Manila’s Veranda at SAM and bar concept Soluna mark the hotel’s 10th anniversary, but also its next chapter. It has become a space where people gather to celebrate life’s most important moments and meaningful milestones. “As Alabang continues to grow into a vibrant business and lifestyle destination, we want Somerset Alabang Manila to remain a place where meaningful connections are made, opportunities are created and everyone feels a sense of home,” Pascual–Agsaway affirms. “After 10 years, that aspiration remains just as important as it was on our very first day.”
Experience Somerset Alabang Manila's newest dining destinations. Discover mindful dining at Veranda at SAM and coffee to cocktail moments at Soluna.
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